Top 10 Handyman Services in Kimball, MN
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 Kimball Handymen
I spoke with Tim today, and even though he wasn't available to do my job (I needed it done within 24 hours), he took the time to talk me through the job. Extremely nice and extremely helpful! I would totally call this guy again.
Having been very pleased with the result when Tim painted the outside of our house, we hired him to paint our kitchen. It required some skim coating because the walls were not very smooth after stripping wallpaper several years ago. The walls now look g...
Well he came on a weekend when none else would, that was a plus in our book off the top! We gave us what we determined was a fair bid and came in on budget. We were very satisfied with his quality of workmanship and his willingness to work around our sche...
we thought he was very knowledgable and found extra work in replacing our window and as rotting underneath. We did give him a down payment and it was promised for 2 weeks and it is now 6 weeks and the job is not finished and we can not contact him.
Quality of work was ok, but very slow to complete job. Did a few other jobs for us besides the garage door opener. We had to stay on him to finish job and continually wanted more money to complete.
Tim did a chimney cap for my home and did a Great job. The chimney was literally falling aparr and Tim came up with a way to save it from costing me thousands of dollars and did it for an affordable price. I was Very impressed with his knowledge! I would ...
Tim completely cleared a very ice packed and snow filled driveway. He did an amazing job, it was spotless and fast!! Very impressed with his communication before, during and after the job was done. We will definitely be calling him again and for more than...
Horrible reliability. He was paid for a job that he never completed. He took advantage of a kind soul that trusted him enough to get the job done right and efficiently, neither of which happened. After being called upon to finish the job, he postponed num...
Hired Josh to do a bathroom remodel, he suggested using real subway tile rather than the fiberglass shower insert. And he was totally right. I think the value of the bathroom is much better. He did a great job. He is also very tuned in to what the custom...
Josh really saved our house. He gave us a reasonable estimate on repairing the flooring and installing a tub and surround and repairing the ceiling of our home after a tree hit the house. Other estimates were thousands of dollars higher than Josh'es and...
I was searching for a company that could dip-strip some old shutters for me at a reasonable price. These were frames with cross-lathing like a miniature ladder, and were original to the house. The wood is reasonably sound, so I wanted to keep them. How...
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