Monday, February 22, 2016

Tips For Hiring A Vancouver Handyman

By William Martin


Situations can arise that call for a need to have your home repaired or get maintenance. The amount of repair needed could be so extensive prompting you to hire a Vancouver handyman. They can relieve you from quite a number of tasks and save you a lot of time.

Handypersons provide a lot of services and do the odd jobs around a home. They do repairs, maintenance and remodeling of the property. Some of the work they do include painting, repairing sprinklers, repair porches, install fans and air conditioners, repair ceramic tiles, fix leaking faucets, gutter cleaning and repair, lawn care among others. Some handypersons do general work while some deal with a particular scope of work. For safety reasons, handworkers are not allowed to do sophisticated electrical work, plumbing and installing major appliances unless they are licensed by specific boards.

The first step to do when hiring a handyperson is to define the project. Compile a list of repairs that you want to be done. Show the list to the person so that they can determine if what you are requesting is within their capabilities. This list helps in better planning and estimation of cost.

Having compiled the list, start your search for the best person available. Try and get direct references from people within your block, friends, colleagues and relatives. This is a more trusted way. You can also ask for recommendations from lumberyard, hardware stores or home stores in Vancouver. Doing an online search will save you a lot of time as well as allow you check the profile and online ratings of a person.

Whether you choose to go for word of mouth or search online, the only way you can truly get a reliable person is by checking out some important aspects of a company or person. One, the person should come and have a look at the job. Do not accept a quote over the telephone. Always ask for references from past customers. To avoid being scammed, do the actual viewing of the said work since a telephone conversation can be easily faked.

Ensure that when you hire a person, that they are licensed, insured and bonded. Washington handworkers are not required by law to have a license or be insured. However for your own safety, ensure the person has a liability insurance and in some cases workers compensation schemes. A license is a must credentials if the repair or remodeling involves big project that require specialization services.

Some people become handymen or start businesses after years of experience of fixing things while others go for training the formal way. Some companies or individuals obtain membership for trade organizations within Vancouver. Accreditation from these associations communicate that a company is serious about serving people in Washington State. Better Business Bureau website allows a person to check small business reputation in America. Go through it to ensure there are no complaints filed against the company that you choose.

Have many persons view your home and evaluate the situation plus the work that will be done. Know their pricing and type and of material that they intend to use. Do the comparison and choose the most suitable bidder. A contract is a must have especially if the project is scheduled to take some time.




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