Top 10 Handyman Services in Wilmore, KY
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 Wilmore Handymen
Replaced my gutter and fascia board at a very fair price. Showed pictures of the finished work to my cousin, a professional roofer in another state, and he was extremely impressed. Would definitely hire again.
Love, Love the work done for me by Robert Stanton, American Handyman. Contacted him after a couple of no-shows just prior to Thanksgiving. He quoted a fair figure, showed up as scheduled, stayed until it was done and even did extra work that was not on ...
Robert is extremely professional and easy to work with. We recently purchased an older home that needs quite a bit of work and he has done several projects for us. Everything is done in a timely manner and to our satisfaction. He also helped us with a ...
It is my pleasure to post a review for Robert Stanton. He has completed several projects in our home. We plan on having him do more work in the future. He has always been on time, completed all work as quoted, is dependable and has made sure we are satisf...
Robert recently completed a bathroom remodel for us, removing a bathtub and replacing it with a tiled shower. It looks awesome. Exactly what I wanted. He is versatile, professional and very knowledgeable and his work is top notch! He has done many jobs fo...
Robert was excellent to work with. He was a rare trustworthy and professional handyman in the lexington area. He replaced a fence that had fallen down - dry rot and needed completely replaced. We asked him to salvage what he could and he finished within a...
After speaking with Robert I could immediately tell he’s a honest stand up guy, you know, the kind that binds his word with a handshake and delivers exactly what he says! As a contractor myself I know guys like this are getting harder to find every day. I...
Over my lifetime I've had a multitude of handymen and workers do home repairs for me. I can honestly say that Robert is the best handyman I have ever employed. He did a difficult repair and paint job in a deep stairwell for my daughter, and after I saw ...
We initially brought Robert in to hang a couple of lighting fixtures and decided to have him replace all of the interior and most of the exterior locks of our house. He did a great job with all of that, and when I told him of my plans to update the maste...
Robert installed tile around our tub and on the bathroom floor. It turned out really nice and we are very pleased.
Mr. Stanton can do anything! So far for us he's done painting, plumbing, repairs... next up is electrical! He came recommended to us by my dad, a local relator who continues to use him because, as he says, "Robert does things fast, and right."
Our hot water heater stopped heating the water in the tank. Shortly after I called Robert, he arrived at our house and entered a small window-size opening into the house's crawl space. He found our hot water heater leaking water from the rusted out heat...
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