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I would HIGHLY recommend getting quotes from other handyman services, before signing on the dotted line.
Several months ago, I was charged $250 to replace a toilet handle and adjust a door latch.... what? 15 minutes of their time?? Unfortunately, someone in my office signed the proposal acceptance in my absence, so I had to pay the full amount. When I called to complain that I felt that I was overcharged, I received an apology and an assurance it would not happen again.
I called yesterday, in light of their previous apology, to schedule someone to come in today to hang 6 magazine holders in my office. When the handyman arrived, we were given an estimate of $375, but with a 'good customer' discount of $50. So, now $325 for 20 minutes of their time?
I understand that I'm also paying for their expertise, but this was not rocket science or hard labor. Yes, I could have done it myself, but felt that with my schedule, it would be worth hiring someone for the convenience. But, convenience is NOT worth almost $1000 an hour!!!
I don't know if they felt it was OK to mark-up the fees since the service was for a business, but I would be VERY wary of them wasting my time giving me a quote to work on my home.
Fair is fair and in my opinion, they are not.
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