How to Choose the Right Handyman in Gatineau

You've made up your mind, today is the day you're tackling your to-do list of projects.

But you quickly realize that your toolbox consists of just a multi-head screwdriver at the bottom of a drawer. And that's without counting the painful memory of your last renovation attempt coming back to haunt you… poor door, it had done nothing wrong to you… it!

Not letting yourself get discouraged, you have a brilliant idea: hire a handyman in your neighbourhood of Gatineau.

Sitting in front of your computer, you type "handyman" into a search engine and "BAM" they're all there… you're really too clever. But how can you make sure to choose "THE" professional for your projects who will be available, competent, punctual, at a reasonable price and offering a guarantee on their work?

Here are the 5 golden rules to follow when choosing your handyman.

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Does he have references you can (read "must") verify?

Anyone with a hammer in hand can claim to be a handyman. So, I suggest you be very careful and forget about small ads on Kijiji or MarketPlace, because you need to protect your biggest investment, which is your home or condo. Check if he can provide you with references from satisfied clients and if he is well-known in your Gatineau area. How long has he been in business? Does he have a website where you can see his business address and another phone number besides his cell phone? What are his latest projects and does he have photos to back it up?

Beware of a price that's too good to be true

You know it, transportation costs, tools, insurance and permits are amounts that add up quickly. Plus, expertise comes at a price. So, if a handyman offers you a price lower than average, you need to be on your guard. Too often, I've seen work abandoned by people hired who didn't have the required skills, or because they found a more lucrative opportunity with another client.

Is he legally compliant and well protected?

Know that the popular belief that small jobs are not regulated is completely false. Handymen must comply with the same laws as other renovation businesses. They must have a permit from Quebec's Construction Work Regulation Unit (Régie du bâtiment du Québec, RBQ).

They must also have liability insurance that protects you in case of problems. By simply asking for their RBQ number (which you can easily verify on the Quebec Construction Work Regulation Unit website), you'll be able to easily weed out the "weekend warriors" who don't take this trade seriously.

Never pay everything upfront and demand guarantees

The best guarantee you'll get satisfaction until the end is not to pay for the work upfront. I suggest that at the start of the project, only materials are reimbursed. Then, 50% of labour payable at mid-point and finally the other 50% at the end of the work, when you've approved the job. Stay firm, they'll demand other conditions with very good explanations, but YOU are the boss and it's YOUR money.

A handyman cannot and should not do everything. A good handyman is a generalist

So, if your handyman tells you he can do everything, no matter how big the task, take to your heels, because problems will arise quickly. Among others, electrical and plumbing work, but also major projects like roofing, replacing multiple windows… so, be very careful.

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The best part about all this is that in addition to having saved time by getting the services of a competent handyman who offers guarantees, if you've done your research well and despite everything, you're not fully satisfied, you'll be able to demand better from him. Which should allow you, in the end, to get services that meet your expectations.

Handyman services in the Gatineau region

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