HandyPro Scott Depot Handyman Suggests 3 Important Questions to Ask

What every homeowner needs to know before hiring a home repair contractor

Scott Depot WV – When looking for a local handyman many people begin their search on the internet. Some might call the number on the flyer they found attached to their mailbox while others will look in the Yellow Pages (yes, they do still exist). In any event, it is important to be selective when hiring a home service provider.

Anyone can post a classified ad or pass out flyers boasting the lowest rates and best work. The savvy home repair contractor might have a great looking website with all the right words, pictures, videos and other graphics, but this does not mean they are reputable. But, the internet is still a great way to find a good home improvement contractor. Consumers should check credible sites like the Better Business Bureau, Service Magic and others that can provide good information.

Lyndon Jones, owner of HandyPro Handyman Service (http://www.handypro.com/West_Virginia.html) says consumers only deserve the best from a home improvement contractor and only the most honest and reliable handyman deserves their business. Even if they do not choose HandyPro, Jones does not want to see the dishonest handyman gain their business.

The local handyman suggests 3 very important questions homeowners should ask before trusting a contractor with their home:

Is he properly insured? This is the very first thing one must know before hiring a home repair contractor. They must carry proper insurance in case they are injured or cause damage.

Can he provide a free up-front estimate? A good handyman should be able to provide a cost estimate before beginning the job. Also ask how long it will take to complete the work.

Is the company experienced and organized? Many home improvement contractors carry their portfolio with them and are proud to show before and after photos of their work. Find out how long they have been in business and get references friends and neighbors. The handyman should be well-organized and confident in themselves. They don’t have to be wearing a lettered uniform or an expensive suit and tie, but a sloppy appearance should be a red flag.

HandyPro Handyman Service can handle everything on the customer’s to-do list, from general home repair to complete home renovation. Lyndon Jones serves the Charleston WV area, Huntington, Scott Depot and surrounding neighborhoods. Visit http://handymanscottdepothomeimprovement.blogspot.com/ to learn more.



About HandyPro Handyman Services:
What’s on your to-do list? HandyPro Handyman Services offers affordable solutions to a wide variety of home repairs including home modification for seniors, home improvement and home remodeling, home restoration, home renovation, additions, seasonal home maintenance and more. HandyPro specializes in helping the homeowner, business or property manager have building repairs completed professionally, in a timely manner, and guarantees 100% customer satisfaction. HandyPro Handyman Service has been in business since 1996, serving over 20,000 clients with zero complaints from the Better Business Bureau. HandyPro Handyman Services has been featured on Rachel Ray and Fox News.

Hiring a Local Home Improvement Contractor: Can You Avoid the High Cost?

Sometimes the cost of home improvement is a nightmare to homeowners. The service can be so expensive that the idea of hiring local home improvement contractor makes consumers give it some thought first.  To avoid the expensive charges, people sometimes shy away from that idea of hiring it done and they do the job themselves to save on costs.

The problem for many homeowners is that they lack the skills to do the job correctly.  So, while trying to save money by doing it themselves, the result is often disappointing with a finished project that doesn’t meet current building and safety standards.  Unfortunately, they end up spending even more money when they finally hire the professional to make it right.

Many DIY homeowners are crafty enough to undertake some home improvement projects, but even the most skilled may not be able handle all technical home repair jobs.  So, those who feel the job does not fit their skills should put their trust in a qualified local home repair expert.  Hiring a professional help can save time and money.  The challenge is finding a good one.

Maintaining a functional home is essential to most of us.  The need for general home repair is unavoidable, and sometimes, draining on the budget.  So, are there are any ways to save? What can you do to avoid the high cost of professional home improvement and still get quality workmanship?

The cost of home improvement and general home repair depends on many factors, including extent of work needed and the specialized skills and expertise of the contractor.  In most cases, home service providers are costly, but fair when you consider their investment into the business.

The home service provider must insure his vehicle and contents, tools and inventory.  He must also carry adequate workers compensation insurance for himself and his crew, in case a contractor is injured on your property.  He must carry liability insurance in case one of his crew accidently causes further damage to the home.  Without proper license and insurance, the home improvement contractor could cost a homeowner dearly if they are injured on the property or cause damage. 

So can you avoid the high charges of home improvement?  Perhaps not, but you can avoid a nightmare if you make a wise choice in hiring a qualified home repair contractor.  You get what you pay for, and when you consider the risk of having work performed by an uneducated individual, the fee for the professional job is worth it.

Many home service providers can be found on the Better Business Bureau site.  Consumers can see their rating, read their profile and see if there have been numerous complaints about the service.

Get referrals from friends and neighbors, check out the company’s website and search the internet for reviews.  Be sure to verify their license and insurance…don’t just ask!  Of course they’ll say yes!  See proof and verify the status with the state they are working in.

By calling several companies, you should get an impression about them based on the quality of telephone service.  Their website should have a logo, pictures of uniformed technicians in lettered service vans.  If they’re just a neighborhood jack of all trades with no name except their own, no logo or uniform, then this should be a red flag.

Once you have found a reputable home improvement company, they should be able to provide an upfront estimate on work needed.  Get it in writing to avoid nasty surprises later. 

Unfortunately, there is no way to avoid the cost, but you can expect quality workmanship at a fair price considering the going rate of service by a professional who comes to your home.

Lyndon Jones is the friendly neighborhood handyman and owner of HandyPro Handyman Services.  HandyPro is a customer first driven business working to provide easy answers to their clients’ needs to repair, modify, renovate or upgrade their home or business.  The process is built on professional service focusing on providing timely service using their own skilled technicians to meet the specific requests of their customers.