Hello World! Welcome Friends! There are some services that when you can access at the touch of a phone button, or from your speed dial function of your mobile, make life so much more livable. Among other services that this includes, one of the main ones is that of a handyman.
A lot of people are not aware of this but, many large companies who offer similar services will not be able to send out their contractors to homes or businesses if you have a minor issue in or around the home. Sometimes people also confuse a handyman with a contractor whom they can hire from a company. The difference will ultimately depend on the work that needs to be done, click here for more on this.
Handymen are one of the most convenient services to have in any home or office. They are all-rounders and can fix most things that need fixing, such as fixing a door that’s stuck or won’t budge, putting up a large mirror or switches in the home, plastering and mending holes in walls, unblocking drains, replacing bulbs, fixing taps that constantly drip, minor electrical repairs and more.
When you move into a new home or need to do some upgrading, these are the best people to call. Many people can’t do some things themselves and having a helping hand from a certified professional ensure the job gets done, and properly.
Sometimes you need to put up curtains or blinds, paint the house or just one wall, put up a security system on the property, or perhaps you need a hand at putting together that IKEA garden set if you don’t have the right tools for it, there is no need in purchasing them just for the one job, call a handyman. The majority of them know a lot about many things and will quickly and efficiently in sorting troubles out.
Choosing the Right Handy Man
According to WikiHow, there are a few steps in choosing a handyman fit for your job or location, you can check out their tips here: https://www.wikihow.com/Choose-a-Good-Handyman, and we have also put some information together for you below to get you started in the right direction.
Do Your Research Online
Start with the resources you’ve got, which is Google. Possibly the first place that anyone goes to when looking for any type of service if you do the right search you can find several results to win you over. Check for the customer feedback, reviews, and directories in your local area and narrow it down to a few good results. We recommend 3 at least.
As mentioned above, depending on the type of job entailed you will choose the right service. If it is something as large as a roof repair or drainage system repair like plumbing, these can be fixed by specialists. However, any of the above-mentioned odd jobs to do with lights, bulbs, water leaks, tile replacement, doors, window issues can be fulfilled by a handyman.
Nowadays, thanks to technology and DIY websites, many of these men or women have their websites, and services advertised online for you to check out. Your first option should be to find these, then go for the directories if nothing comes up. Forums regarding home repairs or homeowners on social media, also help with this cause.
Ask for Recommendations
The likelihood of someone knowing a man who can help is high especially in closed knit neighborhoods. Ask around from friends and neighbors for referrals, you may just get someone good whom you can call often to help you out.
Make sure that the people you ask to give you detailed and honest feedback and are not just doing it to be a good Samaritan. If they did a botched job, ask them about it.
Give Them a Call
If the job is not too big or complicated, consider picking up the phone and calling the people whom you saw online and ask them to come over and check out the problem in question. It may be something as simple as a broken hinge of a door or window which they can sort out.
So as not to waste anyone’s time, explain the job in detail to the person, and ask them what other services they provide. If it’s a company that is ending out their handyman, and they have their terms and conditions on their website, read them carefully before you hire anyone. Especially when it comes to discussing costs, make sure they send you a detailed invoice or email, anything in writing should do, so they don’t hit you with hidden costs afterward.
Local Hardware Stores
Many local facilities such as retail and hardware stores have bulleting boards that usually advertise a few different services from the local electrician to gardeners and plumbers. Make sure you check this space out as well. Some of the larger more commercial stores like Home Depot also offer their services. However, they may charge more.
Interview Them
That’s right, you should interview them and ask them a few questions either over the phone or face to face. Often you can get a sense of conviction when you speak to them to see if they sound like they know what they’re talking about or making things up. Once you have asked them for the information you need, go back and search for it yourself, to make double-sure that it is what they say it is.
Professionals vs Non-Professionals
Most often than not you can tell professionals from none-professionals. For instance, when you hire someone who has just started as a handyman and is still practicing it, you may need to wait a while before you hire them, so they can get more experience on the job.
Whereas if you hire out a local service from companies like Unstoppable Handyman, which have been in business for a long time, chances are you will have more peace of mind. There is usually a bio on their websites that tells you the type of services they offer and the areas they cover.
We hope the above information helps you choose the best person for the job!
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Toodles,
Great post on the importance of having a handyman and the steps to take when choosing the right one for your needs! Your clear and concise writing style made it easy to understand and follow along. It’s true that having a handyman can make life so much more livable and your tips on how to find one are very helpful