Home improvement projects around the house never end; there will always be some fixes and repairs, small and large. Rather than doing them on your own, it is better to hire a handyman. Listed below are some easy tips for hiring a handyman:
• Don’t let the handyman intimidate you. If you have any questions about their service, you can just ask them.
• Check their insurance and license papers. Never hire a handyman without doing your due diligence. Doing this step protects you in case they get injured while working for you.
• Request them for references. A handyman who is good at their job will have several clients ready to vouch for him.
• Go over the cost in detail. Ask them for an estimate before they start working for you. If you don’t want to pay via cash, ask for alternative payment methods.
• Get everything down in writing. It is a good idea to get details like the contract, estimates and cost of supplies in written form.
• Don’t always go for the lowest price. A handyman that’s giving you the lowest quote may be good for your budget, but they will compromise somewhere. You don’t want low quality work done.
• Never pay in advance. A small percentage of the total cost can be made so they can get supplies, but don’t pay the full amount until the work is done.
• Obtain the necessary permits. If you are planning major renovation work, the handyman should be capable of getting the necessary permits.
• Discuss warranty of their work. Most of them will not give any warranty, but there is no harm in asking. Go for one who can offer a warranty because you don’t want to put up with poor workmanship.
• Ask about how many jobs they are handling at one time as you don’t want your work to be delayed.
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