Need Advice In Contractors Or Handyman

Before I hire a contactor or handyman, what should I ask?



Thanks.

Carol

Comments(15)

  • edmeyer12th September, 2005

    Big difference between a contractor and a handyman. I have had better luck with contractors, although there is more at stake. I checked out the work the contractor did for others and talked with his customers to see how satisfied they were with his performance.

    Most of the handymen I have hired are living on the edge. Reliability is a major issue. I have had one for the last year that seems loyal, but there are always issues as to when he does the work.

  • jimandlacy12th September, 2005

    References, license, and insurance. Be sure to see copies of license and insurance, be sure to check references and view prior work.

  • CarolG13th September, 2005

    When I hire a contractor or handman, what type of contract should I use a just in case they to sue me

    example.... if they left their tools in house and someone broke in or they got hurt on the job. Any suggestions?

    Thanks.
    Carol


    [ Edited by CarolG on Date 09/13/2005 ][ Edited by CarolG on Date 09/13/2005 ]

  • InActive_Account13th September, 2005

    Search for online free law forms
    release of Liability form it should be called I think.
    Reasearch this online with a meta search engine and you might find the proper wording or forms to print up.

  • CarolG14th September, 2005

    There is so much I have to look into.

    Thank you.

    Carol

  • Konte24th August, 2005

    Removing vynal floors is time consuming and that equals more labor , more $$. I would buy the vynal squares and put on top of existing floor after you give it a very good clean to remove all dirt and grease. They are very easy to install, takes very little time, most any one can do it. For tenants will be the right thing to do, save you money and time. I did a ceramic floor to a large area,kitchen and breakfast nook as well as three bathrooms, when tenants moved out I had to replace 27 tiles that they had been broken. So you choose which one you want.

  • InActive_Account24th August, 2005

    I agree with Konte. Invest your money in the 2nd home.

  • cjustin7924th August, 2005

    thanks so much for the reassurance of my own inclinations. You guys are great!!!

  • beachmaster14th September, 2005

    Sounds like a 50/50 deal to me.

  • AustinREGuy14th September, 2005

    Thanks Beachmaster. Anyone else willing to share their thoughts?

  • cdkerr113th September, 2005

    Not all policys operate that way. The one I use does and it takes forever to get the unused part back. Check with your insurance agent.

  • edmeyer13th September, 2005

    I have never dealt with an insurance company that would not refund. In fact, I had forgotten to notify the insurance company that I sold a property last year. I discovered this when I began receiving renewal notices for insurance. I called my agent and she had me submit the HUD-1 from the sale and I expect to get a refund.

  • norrist14th September, 2005

    Is it a (your) home or a rental?

  • beachmaster14th September, 2005

    It was a flip. Owned it just over 3 months. I just got off the phone with my agent who tells me I have a nice refund coming!

  • norrist14th September, 2005

    Good. Remember to check the earned premium clauses on those non-owner occupied-type policies...
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