Handyman Services
Memphis, Tennessee

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Small to medium-size jobs around the home can be perfect for a handyman who has general all around skills or a contractor willing to take small projects. He´ll fix a screen door, clean gutters, or perform a variety of tasks that you don´t have time for or interest in doing.

However, there are two considerations in hiring a handyman. The first issue is safety. Hire people with solid recommendations and references, who carry insurance, and have a "business presence." Hire someone in whom you have a high level of confidence regarding his professionalism, integrity, and trustworthiness. Even with a handyman, you want to pay for and receive quality workmanship and an individual who will stand behind his work.

A second aspect is knowing what a handyman is legally able to do in your state. Each state has regulations governing the type and extent of work that handymen are allowed to do. Handymen, by definition, are not necessarily licensed contractors, so they may not be regulated by state agencies. The size of project relative to the size or valuation of the home, or the type of work may preclude working with an unlicensed handyman instead of a licensed contractor for specific projects. Generally, if a permit is required for work, then it´s likely that the work must be performed by a licensed contractor. Some work, like electrical or plumbing, is best left to licensed contractors.

Find out what the requirements are for your state. Not only may there be a fine for unlicensed contractors doing unauthorized work, but you, as the home owner, may be subject to a fine as well.