Frederick: Misc work around the house needed

[fatalsports]

Frederick: Misc work around the house needed (Handyman)

We are moving from MD to FL and renting out our place.

We have some minor things we will need fixed in our place prior to moving, we should be moving by the end of January, so we would want someone who can come in before than to fix some of the minor things we find, such as:

Filling holes in the walls from screws
Touch up painting
Faucet knob is broken on sink
Seal some cracks in the drywall ceiling
Fix a cabinet latch here and there
Replace a electrical light switch
Caulk/glue some loose floor trim pieces
Other misc items we find that need to be fixed


Let me know if you are interested and what you would charge to come out for 1-2 days to fix everything.

Thanks!

 

[Sig sickness]

PM Sent for a good recommendation.

Just remember in MD you have to have a MHIC license to preform any of this kind of work.

 

[Alphabrew]

PM Sent for a good recommendation.

Just remember in MD you have to have a MHIC license to preform any of this kind of work.

Another good reason to GTFO of Marylandistan.

 

[Shamr0ck]

PM sent with recommendation



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[HeatSeeker]

PM Sent for a good recommendation.

Just remember in MD you have to have a MHIC license to preform any of this kind of work.

says who?

 

[RileysDad]

says who?

"Technically" you're supposed to. Tons of people out there doing work don't have it.

 

[StaFrosty]

"Technically" you're supposed to. Tons of people out there doing work don't have it.

Of all the items listed I see nothing that needs a permit, "Technically" if you have a Handyman company, sure the permit might blanket all of those items. I have been doing this type of work for over 10 years and have only taken out one permit for electrical work and it was completed last month.

 

[HeatSeeker]

I agree^^

Homeowner can pull permit and if the homeowner is OK with no MHIC then great. If not then they can look to hire someone that is licensed. I have worked as a framing and trim carpenter for years on a crew. Never took time to get licensed, but have done many side jobs for people. I also don't go around advertising to do work. I go on word of mouth from friends and family. I do agree that it is different if you are doing it for a living. Then you should be licensed.

 

[carpentermatt]

Of all the items listed I see nothing that needs a permit, "Technically" if you have a Handyman company, sure the permit might blanket all of those items. I have been doing this type of work for over 10 years and have only taken out one permit for electrical work and it was completed last month.

Regardless of whether you need a permit or not you still have to have a home improvement license to do these repairs. 90% of the work that I do doesn't require a permit but in every case you still need a license. I've had a construction company for the past 10 years and I can't count how many times we have had to fix other people's mistakes because the homeowner wanted to save a buck and didn't hire a legitimate contractor.

 

[HeatSeeker]

There are many people that know what they are doing. Lots of carpenters, plumbers, electricians, etc. are skilled and know their trades.They just don't own their own construction business so they don't need or have a license.

 

[StaFrosty]

Regardless of whether you need a permit or not you still have to have a home improvement license to do these repairs. 90% of the work that I do doesn't require a permit but in every case you still need a license. I've had a construction company for the past 10 years and I can't count how many times we have had to fix other people's mistakes because the homeowner wanted to save a buck and didn't hire a legitimate contractor.

Why? Why would I need a HIL to work on my own house, yes there are a few things I will not do for fear of danger of not performing the work properly or to code. I know you have never had to fix/repair/or redo any of my work. I too work from referrals and don't need the advertisement, heck sometimes there is a line formed waiting for me, but then again there are very few "Craftsmen" left in the world.

 

[1ceman]

Regardless of whether you need a permit or not you still have to have a home improvement license to do these repairs. 90% of the work that I do doesn't require a permit but in every case you still need a license. I've had a construction company for the past 10 years and I can't count how many times we have had to fix other people's mistakes because the homeowner wanted to save a buck and didn't hire a legitimate contractor.

I hate it but Hes correct by law. Ive had my own MHIC since 1992. Its another way for the state to take more money from us and tell us that they are protecting us.

1 Upside to it..... Being a legit business is helping me get my CCW permit.

 

[carpentermatt]

Why? Why would I need a HIL to work on my own house, yes there are a few things I will not do for fear of danger of not performing the work properly or to code. I know you have never had to fix/repair/or redo any of my work. I too work from referrals and don't need the advertisement, heck sometimes there is a line formed waiting for me, but then again there are very few "Craftsmen" left in the world.

You can do any home improvement you want on your own home but if you are operating as a business and providing a service then you are required by law to have a home improvement license, carry liability insurance and be bonded. The construction industry is full of guys that operate out of the back of a pickup truck, get paid in cash, pay their "employees" in cash, thus avoiding paying taxes, whithholdings, workers comp, insurance etc. To run a legitimate business, there is overhead and costs that I would rather not pay, but I can't in good conscience take shortcuts or do things that aren't legal.

 

[carpentermatt]

Sorry to the OP for hijacking the thread.

 

[StaFrosty]

Yep, sorry about the hijacking. Well you are incorrect about home repairs because "technically" there are certain things that cannot be done without a permit. Nope not operating a business, already had one been retired for over 10 years just keeping my many skills sharp. Never had any employees, I have my standards and I have yet to see anyone to meet them so I would never feel comfortable "if" I had to. I have never taken shortcuts and I'm not starting now, or ever. Yes there are many "businesses" out there that still pay their employees in cash to avoid taxes, insurance, etc, and, will work them part time to avoid these things.