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Craftsman Direct - Apex Handyman Services
Craftsman Direct Inc. is a locally owned and operated handyman home improvement and renovation company operating in Apex, North Carolina. We specialize in residential home improvements, repairs and commercial renovations in Apex and the surrounding area. We beat the national handyman chain prices by 15% or more.
Give our Quote Challenge a try. We also offer you the longest warranty in the handyman services industry. Check out our Two-Year Warranty.
We will give you a free quote, our Written Price Guarantee on all home improvement/remodeling and renovation projects. This price is good for 30 days - all of our home repair work also carries a Two-Year Warranty. We are a licensed, bonded, and fully insured home improvement contractor. Craftsman Direct is a member of the Better Business Bureau and has carried an A+ rating for over ten years.
Check out our Customer Reviews - MOST of our customers give us 5 Stars for our handyman services.
Craftsman Direct is locally owned and operated since 2005
Craftsman Direct is family-owned and operated and is not nationally franchised. However, we do have two offices: one in the Triangle and one in the Triad. We have been in business for over 15 years in the Triangle.
Apex Handyman Services and Home Improvement
When you need a top quality handyman and home improvement company, call: 919-612-9000
Eric Woods
This is the second time I've used Craftsman Direct for handyman work. I had my deck sanded and stained, exterior power washed, and front porch cement re-painted (plus huge crack removed). After working with these guys a second time, I can confidently say they do not cut corners... Read more...
Christine B.
I cannot say enough good things about this company. After [another contractor] screwed up our back door install TWICE...[Craftsman Direct] came in...and we finally have a beautiful door that works. They were on time, courteous, and professional.
David Litz
This contractor is great!...other contractors came in really high and this contractor came right in under our budget. The crew that came out was courteous...The roof looked brand new and the clean up they did afterwards was phenomenal!
Craftsman Direct in the News:
Craftsman Direct Handyman of Apex Offers Homeowners Spring Projects Including Bathroom Remodels, House Painting Services and Outdoor Decks and Screened Porches
Apex NC -- Craftsman Direct Handyman Contractor encourages homeowners to get their spring projects started. Remodeling projects, exterior painting and outdoor decks, patios and screened porches started in the spring can be completed prior to the heat of summer. Craftsman Direct has skilled teams ready to get started on your home improvement projects.
"Outdoor projects started in the spring give you the chance to enjoy your new additions in the summer and fall," said Lee Mendel Smoak, President of Craftsman Direct. "We are ready to get started on your project."
Things to Consider when Trying to Find a Reputable Handyman
Every homeowner has home improvement projects from time to time and needs to find a trustworthy handyman. There are a few important things to consider before you allow a local handyman or contractor onto your property and into your home.
First Impressions are Important
Insurance, License and Bonding
Good Reviews and a Reputation for being Fair
Experience with the Type of Project You Need
A Price that You can Trust
First Impressions are Important
Inviting a handyman or contractor inside your home can be a nerve-racking experience, especially if the handyman is a complete stranger. If your inner circle is unable to provide a good referral, then it is important to have some basic knowledge of what to look for in a reputable Apex handyman.
First impressions can be a sign of trustworthiness. T-shirts, jeans, and work boots are appropriate attire for the job, however, the overall appearance should be neat. A tattered shirt or jeans with holes is not showing much interest in making a good first impression. It makes one wonder what kind of attention to detail they will have with your home improvement project. Also, take a peek at the vehicle parked in your driveway. Ask yourself if it meets your expectations for someone working inside your home. Nobody wants to be judged too harshly by a first impression, but first impressions can be important, especially when your home and money is involved.
Insurance, License and Bonding in Apex
In North Carolina a handyman or home improvement contractor should have a business license and be able to show it to you. You should also ask for proof of liability insurance and bonding. No credible handyman or contractor will mind being asked to prove his credibility - it shows their integrity.
Apex Handyman Reviews and a Reputation for being Fair
One way to check credibility is to ask for a recommendation for similar work as on your home. Before hiring a handyman or contractor, cross reference the information using a search engine on the internet. If the review or recommendation given by the handyman is not accurate, you might want to reconsider or ask for a second review.
A more experienced handyman will also be able to provide you with examples of past projects he or she has completed and may even have photos or a portfolio so you can see his or her quality of work.
A Price that You can Trust
A reputable handyman or contractor will give you a price that you can trust. Most contractor estimates give a 5-10% margin to cover the unexpected, but after that you need the confidence that your price is not going to change dramatically. Every now and then the handyman might find rotten wood or structural problems that were impossible to foresee - no handyman can guarantee against problems and this is where the homeowner can feel some security IF they have already done the steps above to ensure the reliability of the handyman.
Finally, make sure the handyman working in your home pulls any required permits. Failure to pull a permit could leave you with unwanted fines. If a handyman is unable to pull a permit, then it is probably for a reason that compromises his or her integrity.
