"Terry did a great job on tackling multiple maintenance and repair task in my rental property to prepare it for move-in. All work was completed in a timely manner with excellent quality (no rework or changes required). I will definitely employ Terry’s services again, and would highly recommend 3rd Life,"
"Excellent job replacing broken mailbox post and fixing mailbox that had been hit by at a car the night before. Quality work, prompt service, reasonable price."
"New Life Handyman Services owned by Bobby Nesbitt is a very reliable, professional and friendly business. We had a few drywall repairs that were rather tricky and he made the work look easy. He restored each repair location to its original paint and visual condition. I would highly recommend Bobby Nesbitt for any drywall, carpentry or remodeling projects."
"They did a wonderful job with a bathroom remodel project. The cost estimate came in significantly lower than other contractors, and the work was high quality. They even came back to fix a minor problem with the shower faucet that we noticed a week later. I would definitely use them again and would recommend to anyone looking for handyman services."
"Bill is a very friendly and professional person to work with. We have had work performed at three homes in our family. Each time the job was completed properly and within the estimate. When we were selling my mother?s home, and he and Joe came up with several additional ideas that made the house more presentable. Their work is meticulous and we will continue working with them whenever we need their services.
"I was very impressed with the attention to detail and the commitment to delivering exemplary service. As an example, I was having a bathroom tub re-caulked. After they did it, the technician (Ben) said he didn't think the color of the standard caulk looked good, he checked in with me about it, and redid it the next day. One aspect of the project also ended up taking longer than expected and they couldn't get it done in the projected timeframe, but Ben and Marcos made sure that they were there first thing the following day to make sure it got done and I didn't have to wait weeks to get back on the schedule. They also said at the beginning that they'll leave everything as clean a they found it. I've heard that from contractors before, but this was the first time it was actually true! I couldn't have been happier with the quality of the work."
Discuss design preferences and material choices before work begins for cohesive results.
A handyperson can perform a wide variety of home improvement and repair projects. Common jobs include painting, cleaning gutters, assembling new furniture, and replacing fixtures like cabinets or lights. They can also handle more complex tasks such as installing a dishwasher, fixing minor plumbing leaks, refinishing wood floors, and replacing doors. Generally, a handyperson is ideal for any project that does not require a specific license or certification, such as those related to major plumbing, electrical, or structural work, which should be handled by a licensed tradesperson.
While handypeople do not need to be licensed in many places, you should only hire insured pros for any home improvement work. Your handyperson should have active liability coverage that protects them and you in the case of an error or accident. Furthermore, if they have employees on your property, they should also have workers’ compensation insurance. If you hire an individual or a company that is not insured and they damage your property, have an accident while on the job, or become injured on your property without insurance, you can be held financially liable.
In most states, handypeople do not need to be licensed to perform simple home repair tasks and smaller jobs. When projects exceed specific cost amounts, however, ranging from $500 in California to $50,000 in other states, some municipalities consider them to be contractors, meaning they need to be licensed. To learn if your handyperson should be licensed to work on your job, contact your local governing body or state contractors’ licensing board before starting any work.
You can tackle hanging Christmas lights yourself with the right tools, accessories, and a trusted friend or neighbor. You’ll need to purchase a ladder ($100 to $300), clips ($10 to $20), hooks ($10 to $15), and lights ($25 to $100 per string).
Otherwise, you should hire a trusted holiday light installer near you. You’ll pay an average price of $200 to $650, but you’ll have peace of mind knowing that the job is done correctly and safely.
The Chevy Chase, MD homeowners’ guide to caulking services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
For a bathroom remodel, touch-up, or home perimeter, caulking is worth the investment. Find out average costs for window caulking, shower caulking, and more.
You know your bathroom needs a new caulking job to prevent leaks, but who do you hire? We’ll tell you what kind of professional to contact, what goes into the project, and whether you should consider doing the job yourself.
Caulking isn’t as easy as it looks, but with some tricks, even a beginner can do it like a pro. This guide will show you how to caulk in nine simple steps.
With so many different types of caulk on the market, how do you know which one is right for your home improvement project? Here’s how to figure it out.
Caulk and sealant are both helpful for closing gaps, but they aren’t the same thing. Find out whether caulk versus sealant is a better choice for your project.
