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 Lewisville 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 Lewisville
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.

Lewisville 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.

Craftsman Direct in the News:

Craftsman Direct Handyman of Lewisville Offers Homeowners Spring Projects Including Bathroom Remodels, House Painting Services and Outdoor Decks and Screened Porches


Lewisville 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."