A significant portion of my business focuses on minor
"handyman" repairs. Sometimes, it's a few pictures hung or a shelf put
up in a closet. Other times, it's replacing a window treatment or putting up a
safety grab bar in a shower. Often times, a client will gather a list of items
over a period of time and call me to come in and take care of it all at once.
A common misconception amongst prospective clients is that
they don't need to hire a properly licensed and insured individual to handle
minor repairs. They figure they'll save a few bucks by not hiring a licensed professional.
After all, what could possibly go wrong by having Handyman Joe put up some
curtain rods around the house? He doesn't need a license and insurance for
that, right? Well........
The fact is, homeowners that hire unlicensed people to work
on their property are putting themselves at serious risk. Here's a couple
reasons why you should not take the risk of hiring an unlicensed individual to
work in your home.
