Memphis Handyman - Mike Wreggitt
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"Finding a handyman in today's world is difficult at best. I needed several 'odds and ends' jobs done around my house. After checking Mike's references, which on a scale of 1 to 10 were a 10, I found that he is professional, on-time, neat, and very competent. I definitely would recommend him. Thanks again, Mike." - Marie Bross, East Memphis, TN
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Memphis Handyman - Mike Wreggitt
Finding a quality Memphis handyman
Locating a quality Memphis handyman can be a very difficult task. Far too many homeowners have had traumatic experiences with handyman services in Memphis. Too often no one will return a phone call, many will skip appointments without the courtesy of calling, and often times a Memphis home repair company or handyman will overcharge if there’s the hint of possibility they can get away with it.
Here’s a few tips that will guide you in locating a Memphis home improvement professional or handyman.
One) Before you start calling anyone, know exactly what you want done.
Have a notepad and pen close by and jot down all the home repairs that come to mind over the course of a couple of weeks.
Take your time with this, it always seems like something will slip your mind, then come up at the last minute. This is fine, and most professional handyman will be happy to add whatever additional tasks to the list of projects you’re having them do. But the additional charges may be a shock to your system when all the little extras are added up at the end of the job.
It’s better to know up front what the cost will be for everything you want done.
Also when you do start talking to a prospective local Memphis handyman, if you have a comprehensive list of home repairs you need done then they can give you an idea if there are any tasks at all they are not comfortable taking on. Not every home improvement handyman in Memphis can handle every possible home repair that can come up, again it is better for you to know up front what they can and can’t do.
Two) Start putting together your list of prospective handymen.
The quickest way to start is looking in the yellow pages, the classified ads in the Commercial Appeal, or searching online. Keep in mind that “fastest” will not necessarily give you the “best”. It may be hard to find the best possible candidate for your handyman repairs as a top local Memphis handyman a lot of times won’t have to advertise- word of mouth may give them more work than they can keep up with.
As well, as a small businessman, they may not have the time or the expertise to advertise effectively, and you may just have to “luck out” that you hear about them from a friend or neighbor.
So, where do you locate these “diamonds in the rough?” Most often you have to ask. Start with your neighbors, ask around with co-workers, try your neighborhood association. Check with local shops, who may have hired a handyman repair service. You may have relatives who’ve found a professional Memphis handyman they’re happy to refer.
Insider tip: No matter which home repair handyman you talk to, check their references thoroughly. If they are one of these “hidden treasures” they will have a long list of homeowners who are very happy to talk to you about them and their work.
Three) Don’t be afraid to ask as many questions as you want before you invite them over to work up an estimate.
Here’s a few things to find out:
How do you price your work, by the hour or by the job?
Do you charge for estimates? If so, is the charge discounted if the estimate is accepted?
Is there a minimum charge for smaller home repairs?
Can they provide a list of references?
Four) Whenever practical, get at least three bids for your home improvements.
Keep in mind it is usually a false economy to take the lowest bid- you will probably be getting what you pay for. The safest bet is normally the middle bid, all factors being equal.
Five) Get all estimates in writing.
Look it over carefully, make sure it includes all the details you’ve discussed, such as price of labor, materials, estimated completion date, etc.
Keep in mind a careless or sloppy estimate is likely to reflect careless or sloppy work.
Six) DO NOT pay in full until the job is completed.
Any competent Memphis home handyman will require a partial payment upon acceptance of his estimate, and with larger home maintenance projects additional payments throughout the course of the work. However, all payments made while the job is in progress should be made ONLY if you are happy with the work up to that point, and don’t make any final payments until the work is completed and you are happy with it.
This is particularly important if your Memphis handyman starts in with a sob-story about needing to pay bills, pay a subcontractor from a previous job, etc.
Home maintenance is an investment. Take your time and apply the necessary due diligence that you would for any major investment. Good luck and have fun as well!
