Top 10 Handyman Services in St. Michael, MN
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 St. Michael Handymen
I spoke with Tim today, and even though he wasn't available to do my job (I needed it done within 24 hours), he took the time to talk me through the job. Extremely nice and extremely helpful! I would totally call this guy again.
Having been very pleased with the result when Tim painted the outside of our house, we hired him to paint our kitchen. It required some skim coating because the walls were not very smooth after stripping wallpaper several years ago. The walls now look g...
Great Value and Work. Got the clog and didn't overcharge
Matt does all of our repairs on the fiberglass units, we are very happy with the quality of his work. Dean
did a great job repairing our fiberglass tub/shower. on time and cleaned everything up when he was done.
I needed to redo my home office due to me moving from a regular office to working at home 100%. I really needed help so I contacted Seriously Organized to help me plan and reorganize the whole thing. Nikki responded right away and fit me in for a consul...
They've organized our house for a few years now and have consistently done a wonderful job. I can never come close to getting the house as clean myself. Nikki responds to emails within less than 24 hours if I need to re-schedule and they have been very fl...
Tim did a fantastic job on our stucco. He is very good at what he does. He pays attention to detail, is very reasonable with his prices. I would highly recommend him. He's an all around great guy! Thanks Tim I'll be calling u again for my stucco needs
Tim completely cleared a very ice packed and snow filled driveway. He did an amazing job, it was spotless and fast!! Very impressed with his communication before, during and after the job was done. We will definitely be calling him again and for more than...
Horrible reliability. He was paid for a job that he never completed. He took advantage of a kind soul that trusted him enough to get the job done right and efficiently, neither of which happened. After being called upon to finish the job, he postponed num...
We found Calvin to be fair and thorough in his assessment of any project he was considering to take on. Calvin is honest and delivers what he says he will. We are thankful for the professionalism and the integrity he maintained during and throughout the j...
This company is the most honest & hardworking with excellent workmanship. He is always on time and puts in a full day of work! Always work with a cheerful attitude and has a calming spirit that makes you happy you hired him!
