It is important that you interview a handyman before make the decision to hire him or her. You need to know some basic things before you can allow this person to come into your home and begin working on it. These questions are also a great way to make sure that you and your handyman are on the same page when it comes to pricing and their skill level. Here are some important questions to ask your handyman before you hire them:
- What are your abilities and experience? How long have you been working as a handyman? Are there any tasks that you may not feel comfortable performing?
- How do you charge for your services? Is it by the hour or the Ω hour? Do you charge a minimum rate? Do you charge for estimates?
- Who would be paying for materials for this job? Do you charge a material mark-up fee? Do you charge for travel time?
- Do you offer any forms of guarantees or warranties on the work you perform?
- What types of local registration, licenses and insurance do you have? Can you provide proof of contractor liability insurance?
- How long have you been in business? Do you have any references?
- Do you employ anyone else? If so, what are their qualifications? Do they also possess the necessary registration, licenses and insurance? Do you perform any form of checks on your employees? How long have your employees been working for you?
Taking the time to properly interview a handyman before you hire them will improve your chances of hiring the right person for the job. It also provides you with valuable information about the handyman and his or her experience and pricing.
