Top 10 Handyman Services in Townsend, DE
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 Townsend Handymen
Two projects very satisfactory. After wife had bad fall down steps into garage needed a safety hand rail. He put in a very sturdy, well made hand rail, easy to use. Needed out building doors re positioned and a water leak corrected. Both needs met satisf...
very unprofessional contractor, he cost me hundred of dollars. Mr. Papi made promises then at the last minute after all materials were purchased reneged on the job costing me hundreds of dollars, do you self a favor get a real contractor not this company ...
Deal with this contractor at your own risk. I recently sought JJ Papi Handyman perform some floor repair work in my home. After speaking with him he promised to do the job at a reasonable price, but I noticed that he very unprofessional in his conduct. a...
Negative 1 star. Shotty craftsmanship, never once pulled the proper permits for any of the whole home renovation, refused to pay his workers who worked really hard on the job. Never once was he around to go over the project with we always had to go throu...
Very pleased with the customer service during the whole process and with the quality of work! All my phone calls were answered by a live person not an answering machine. I was given a free estimate. They showed up at the exact time they said they would fo...
I was very satisfied with the job Mr. Grant and his crew did for me. The job he did for me was difficult but he knew the cause of the problem and how to make the repairs. He and his crew were polite and came when they they said they would begin the job...
Howard came over to give me a quote for drywall repair. He spent half an hour going around everything and then promised me a quote in two days. It's been a week and a half and he's disappeared. Very flakey. Couldn't even find an MHIC license.
Art was on time to meet me. He was very professional. We talked about the task at hand. Art took pictures and voice recorded which trees to be removed and stump. We negotiated a price acceptable to both of us. His (3) man crew arrived on time. They remov...
The whole job from start to finish was easy and very quick. The workers did a great job and the cleanup was awesome. It was really interesting to watch them take down a huge tree!
Had multiple trees trimmed. The workman were pleasant and courteous. They did a wonderful job and cleaned up when they were done. Pricey but well worth it. Art was instrumental in scheduling and assured things ran smoothly.
Everything You Need to Know About Townsend Handyman Services
Who should I hire if I need Handyman Services in Townsend?
Right now there are about 50 companies in and around Townsend ready to help you with your handyman services project.
Below we've listed a few of the top Handymen on Porch:
- Hands On Handyman Service
- Timms Handyman LLC
- Woodward Home Services
Will Handyman Services work in Townsend require permits, inspections, special licenses, etc.?
Whether you’re handyman job is in Townsend or any other city, you're going to want to do a bit of research before hiring handymen. Even small jobs may have certain regulations around them. Often, the handyman performing the work will have any required permits, inspections, etc. under control, but not always. Short answer: Research yourself and double check with the handyman services folks that everything is in order.
Can I browse unscreened Handymen in Townsend?
We do our best to screen all of our handymen. However, there are still some handyman professionals in Townsend that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Townsend or DE. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering handyman services:
- Tri-State Renovators:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
- Bouchelle Builders:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
- Sweeping on the Job LLC:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
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