Top 10 Handyman Services in Savannah, GA
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 Savannah Handymen
Craig DeCastro is extremely aggressive and unprofessional. He made numerous calls and messages to get our attention and we decided to go with the Company based on what we heard and price. We got what we paid for. The crew showed up on Monday without mater...
Craig came in and did a remodel of our stairs, replaced our deck, and closed in our sunroom. He worked with us and showed us how to save money and do things simply. Friendly and reliable. HE SHOWS UP and DOES WHAT HE SAYS HE WILL DO. We will use him again...
Will not pay subcontractors! Check their rating with bbb,google,facebook etc. They instructed me how they wanted fence trying to beat the customer, I broke all ties before they ruined my reputation. Craig is a straight con artist. In in process of taking ...
Craig and his team did an awesome job on my bathroom remodel.
Craig and his team completed by bathroom remodel and it is beautiful. Craig and his people were so friendly and did everything they said they would do and more. finished my bathroom on time, on budget, and were great to work with. highly recommend them an...
Craig Decastro and Kelly Scott are scamming people out of money. We were looking for recommendations on a fence installer and Kelly Scott responded to us and said that she would send out Craig Decastro to give us a quote. We agreed on a price and wrote ...
PLEASE Consider if you really want to hire Craig. He seems like a nice honest person. Gave him $5,000.00 deposit on work to be done. Work was cancelled because the contract fell thru. Craig won't return the deposit. He no longer answers my calls and wo...
Craig DeCastro deserves no stars. He subcontracted the roof work to D. B. Gulliver & Son Roofing in July of 2018. Work was completed home owner happy and paid DeCastro but he never paid us. He owes us $10,000.00. Home owner was very disappointed when...
***Warning *** DO NOT HIRE Craig Decastro! I hired Craig to install a fence and gave him $2400 to buy the materials. He never bought the materials and has yet to refund all of my money. Good luck on getting him to return your calls or messages.
Deck was all messed up they came they tore the deck up. I was told Monday or Tuesday they will be back to finish. It’s thursday. They are not here. I would not recommend this company to anyone. I am now needing to finish this deck myself. After paying all...
Do not use this company! Craig scammed me out of $2400 to purchase materials for a fence that I hired him to complete. After 2 months and no fence, I asked Craig to return my money. It’s been 3 years and I still haven’t seen my $2400.
Excellent company, previous review is not even a past customer....
Everything You Need to Know About Savannah Handyman Services
What Savannah zip codes are served by Handymen?
Savannah has 50 total Handyman companies that service multiple zip codes. We've put together a list of areas in and around Savannah with the most Handymen:
- 2 Handymen in 31405.
- 2 Handymen in 31419.
- 1 Handymen in 31401.
- 1 Handymen in 31410.
What should I check for once my Handyman in Savannah has finished working?
Every handyman services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any handyman services company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with handyman services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the handyman to describe what they did. Whether your handyman services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your handyman services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the handyman do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.
Can I browse unscreened Handymen in Savannah?
We do our best to screen all of our handymen. However, there are still some handyman professionals in Savannah that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Savannah or GA. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering handyman services:
- J Y P Real Estate Solution LLC:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
- Robert's Done Right Inc.:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
- JC Home Services:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
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