Please note, in Arizona, a handyman does not require a license to perform work that costs up to one thousand dollars for labor and materials, unless building permits are needed. For work over one-thousand dollars and up to five thousand dollars, an Arizona state “handyman” license is required.
Hiring a good handyman service is an ideal way to maintain your home. They can assist with DIY projects or do an entire project. When you are getting your home ready for company, or putting it on the market, a handyman can work through a diverse lists of fix-it-projects. That’s why a handyman is often referred to as, “a Jack of All Trades”, because they perform a long list of services:
- Assembling furniture
- Installing shelves
- Installing garage door openers
- Building or installing sheds
- Fixing windows
- Weatherstripping
- Adjusting hinges and doors
- Changing lights and electrical fixtures
- Repairing fences
- Repairing decks
- Roof repairs
- Minor plumbing repairs
- Switching out garbage disposals
- Installing plumbing fixtures
- Plaster and paint
The handyman professionals in the 123HELP network specialize in many of the repair services in the above list and additional services that were not included. You can always call a 123HELP approved handyman service and talk to them about your needs.
Emergency Handyman Services
When a handyman responds to an emergency request, there will be circumstances when the technician may not be able to fully complete the repair. In those situations, the repair person will usually mitigate the problem with a temporary workaround and then establish a plan, order parts, and schedule a return visit to complete the project.
There are two skills that account for most handyman emergency services calls, plumbing and electrical. During Phoenix Monsoon storms handyman are also called upon to provide emergency roof and fence repair. Once again, these later fixes may only be temporary to control and minimize the damage until a specialist can be scheduled to perform a permanent repair.
Like most of the 123HELP approved contractors, handyman service providers are available on a non-emergency basis too. To maintain your home and keep it in good condition be sure to call your 123HELP approved Handyman, they are ready to help on a scheduled or emergency basis.
For best results always hire a handyman contractor approved by123HELP.
