The never-ending list of jobs that need doing around the house is a simple fact of life, but that doesn’t make it any less tiresome. Finding the time and energy to work your way through the list can be a tall order when you’re tired from work or childcare duties and, if you’re of retirement age, you might find the physical work harder than you used to.
Fortunately, Handymen are here to save the day. A Handyman, sometimes known as a ‘fixer’, is a person employed to carry out odd jobs that you don’t have the time or ability to do. They tend to be multi-skilled and can repair, build, or maintain items around the home. If you’re not sure what exactly a handyman can help with, this blog should hopefully make things a little clearer.
Fixtures and fittings
Fixtures and fittings are often small installation jobs, which means they can get constantly pushed to the side. Even if they don’t seem that big a priority right now, hiring a handyman to finally fix that plug socket, change that light fitting, or put up that set of shelves will leave you breathing a sigh of relief.
Painting and decorating
Whether you’re redecorating the living room, or the exterior of your house needs a fresh coat of paint, a handyman will get the job done with a professional finish that will make your neighbors and friends jealous. They can also help with painting doors, window frames, and kitchen cabinetry, giving your home a fresh look all year round.
Safety features
Most handymen will have experience fitting safety features, covering everything from grab rails to carbon monoxide and smoke alarms. They might be able to convert space living space to be suitable for people with different disabilities but, depending on the type of disability, this could require some external resource too. Handymen can also help you take extra security precautions by installing locks on your windows and doors, view holes, and certain types of burglar alarms.
Plumbing
Springing a leak or having an appliance break are two of the most common reasons for calling in a handyman. Sure, you might be able to figure out how to fix them yourself, but who’s got time for that? It’s often cheaper to hire a handyman to fix to dishwasher than it is to get the manufacturer to send someone out, so it’s always worth getting a quote. But whether it’s your washing machine that needs repairing or a burst pipe that causing problems, just check that your handyman has got the relevant training or experience to know what they’re doing.
Garden maintenance
While they’re not professional gardeners, most handymen will be able to take care of your basic garden and outdoor maintenance. Mowing the lawn, weeding, taking care of decking and fixing any problems with your garden furniture are all things that handymen can be employed to help with.
HVAC systems
90% of American households have air conditioning of some sort, and therefore know how annoying it is when a HVAC unit breaks. But when your heating or air-con goes bust, the consequences aren’t just annoying – they can also be fatal. If this has happened to you, then don’t waste time. Get a handyman out to fix the job before you get stuck in unbearable temperatures.
