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Top questions to ask before hiring a handyman
Handymen are hired to do many various home improvement tasks. Some are general tradesmen, who have a variety of experiences. Others have licenses and training in electrical work or plumbing. The key is asking what their level of experience is for the type of work you need done. Before you call a handyman, know what you need done along with any important details. You'll want an in-home consultation so that you can walk through the project.
Handyman licensing varies from state to state however it's a good question to ask your handyman. You'll also want to verify the dollar amounts for their surety bond (a third party that can cover payments in case the handyman doesn't pay subcontractors or employees) as well as insurance (in case they damage your property or injure themselves).
After the handyman has had a chance to walk through the project, have him or her outline the scope of work. The details of the project, including labor, materials, supplies, rental equipment, or subcontractors, should be listed as separate line items. If you are on a tight budget or timeline, this is the time to discuss options or alternatives for your project. If the project is small, like hauling debris or performing minor repair work, the handyman should request payment when the job is complete. For larger projects that require ordering of materials or multiple subcontractors, it's more common to pay a deposit.
Obtaining proper permits for home improvement is the responsibility of the homeowner. But very often professional file the permits on behalf of the homeowner and should have a good understanding of the process. When the structure of the home is altered, or when changes are made to the electrical system or gas lines, you may need to file a permit. Discuss your particular project with your handyman and ask if a permit is required.
A good handyman should be happy to share references. Anywhere from three to five past clients should be able to give you a good idea about the handyman's work style, ability to get the job done, and the satisfaction when the job is complete. If a homeowner wasn't satisfied with the handyman, be sure you ask specifically why. Sometimes miscommunication can contribute to unsatisfied customers.
Recent reviews for Orchard Park Handymen
In life we rarely have people of such high moral, ethical and honest natures. We were fortunate enough to have TM ink touch our lives. Timothy is such a morally, ethically, honest and caring individual. He was very responsive to our needs and put forth an...
I had Tim come over to replace my Lazy Susan and he did a great job. After he was done I asked him to look at my sink he said it needed to be replaced he ran to home depot and had it replaced in less than 2 hours. I would highly recommend Tim to anyone.
Very professional and very accomodating....he and Mike fixed and leveled our deck and replaced many bad boards...looks brand new...thanks guys so much.....would recommend them for any of your jobs....very satisfied;.....
Brandon is great at flooring but overall workmanship is just OK. He is unprofessional and is refusing to finish a job that was started almost 8 months ago (and initially estimated to take 3 months).
My project was on time and UNDER BUDGET. I could of not hired a more trustworthy contractor. Hat's off to Tom and the Crew over at Aaron Michael. My foundation is repaired and Stronger Thanks Guys!
This is my ex-husband and his nephew. They are con-artists and will rip you off. Do not ever do business with James M Hughes or his nephew John Gordon. This is my address and I cannot remove or edit this site. These two criminals have been gone from my...
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