Services Of A Vancouver Handyman

Tuesday 23 February 2016

By William Martin


However much a person can be a do it yourself expert for little home projects, some projects may prove to be tiresome and sophisticated. Once in a while it is good to give yourself a break and let a qualified person handle it. In such a case ensure you get the best Vancouver handyman.

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 and most important step when you want to hire a handyperson is to compile a list of things that you want fixed. You should have a rough idea of the job you want done. Before hiring a person, you should show them the list so that they acknowledge if they have the skills for pulling out that particular kind of job.

A proper search for a handyperson is important as it is only through a thorough search that you get the best person for the job. Word of mouth from people within your circle is the most assured way of getting a good handworker. Ask friends, neighbors and workmates who had a similar circumstance as you for reference. You can do a search online which is a less tiresome way than moving from one block to another. Be keen to see online ratings and customers comments. Reference from your hardware stores or lumberyard is also a good consideration.

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.

Handworkers in Vancouver are not expected to be licensed by the state. However, when the job to be done requires major electrical, plumbing and construction, the person or company must be licensed. Insurance in not also a requirement for the state but make it a top of the list requirement for a person working for you. They should have a basic liability insurance and workers compensation insurance if they employ more people.

Check the status of a company in Better Business Bureau website. If the company has complains against it, you will find it there. Ask if the company or individual is part of any industry programs or organizations that are located in Vancouver. A company with an extra accreditation is a reliable one.

Procure different estimate from a number of handypersons. Let them view your home and discuss the project with you. With this knowledge, choose the best in terms of pricing, quality and comfort. A clear complete contract is essential for peace of mind and trust. Avoid persons who ask for payment before they work or charge too high.




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