FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Working as a handyman there are such a wide variety of jobs, I generally work on a bid basis. On larger jobs I offer free quotes up to a 20 mile radius from Salt Lake City. When I do come to do the work, if it's a small job there is a $100 dollar minimum. I work jobs hourly when it's unsure how long the job will take. I have to make sure the job is profitable for me and if it's less than an hour I don't make enough. I generally recommend my customer's come up with a list of things to do, then it works it better for both of us. General handyman work is $65 dollars an hour. If I am not very specific about the things I don't do, thumbtack will charge me. I want to let you know the work I'm not able to do upfront; I am not able to do any work on ceilings higher than 8 feet. I don't do any commercial or office properties. I do not do electrical work in finishing basements. I don't work on any low voltage lighting. I don't remove or replace any old wiring. I don't do any hot tubs. I don't do landscape or outdoor lighting. I don't do undercounter lighting. I don't do any cat 5 or Internet. I don't work with lathe and plaster. I don't do houses older than 1960. I don't do coax. I don't install outlets for TV's on top of brick. I don't work with bathroom exhaust fans. I don't deal with any lack of power situations, ie. outlets not working. I do not do any EV charging outlets. I don't do Christmas or house lights. I don't have a way of welding anything unless it is brought to my shop, I'm not able to travel and weld in the field, and I don't do railings or gates. I just want to be up front with things I'm not able to do. Thank you, -Daniel
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I first talk with my potential customer, discuss the job, give a bid, if accepted, schedule the work to be done when you are available. I do quality work, and always make sure I clean up before I leave. It's pretty straightforward, and you can look at my reviews to see what my previous customers experience has been. I look forward to working with you! -Daniel
- Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?
I recently had to repair an aluminum bike frame that was broken. I love working with and Tig welding aluminum. It took about 4 hours. It was a pretty important that I got the repair done right so his bike didn't just fall apart on the trail. It was a fun job and he's still riding the bike today! I also had a job adding recessed lights for a customer. I love installing them for my customers, in my opinion adding lighting to your home is the biggest bang for your buck only behind painting! It makes the room feel bigger and newer! It really is amazing what it does. When I'm finished my customers have always Loved it and wished they would've done it sooner! I really love it when I'm finished with a job and my customer love what I've done. I want to provide as much value for the service your paying me for. I always want to make sure your happy with the work I've done, I would rather do it for free than leave with my customer unhappy. 🙂