Top 10 Handyman Services in Vadnais Heights, 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 Vadnais Heights Handymen
In April 2019, James painted our stairwell and 2nd floor hallway. He also installed a small area of vinyl flooring in the basement. Both projects were much appreciated. Our choosing and purchasing materials beforehand was easy, with James picking up produ...
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...
We thought we needed a new garbage disposal and scheduled a replacement with Handyman. Bill was right on time for his appointment, and told us the disposal just needed a re-set. This has never happened before, so we had no clue! Thanks for saving us a ...
Handyman Connection of Eden Prairie lied from beginning to end. The quote stated including materials, but they then asked us to buy the materials before they started the work. When questioned they said that me expecting the word "including" to mean incl...
Great group of young talented men to work with. I am glad to be part of a very hard working group. Check out all their videos on YouTube. #HandymanConnection #SmartMoveMedia
Our deck was seriously distressed to the point that we considered a complete tear down. The Handyman team replaced the bad wood and powerwashed and it now looks great. Really great, in fact. Highly recommend. Responsive, punctual, and professional in ...
Services were sub par, high priced, and work was incredibly slow. Poor communication. Mark came out and quoted a project for $17k on a remodel of our only small bathroom that was broke (and needed a remodel anyway). I had remodeled the bathroom at our pre...
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 did a chimney cap for my home and did a Great job. The chimney was literally falling aparr and Tim came up with a way to save it from costing me thousands of dollars and did it for an affordable price. I was Very impressed with his knowledge! I would ...
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...
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