FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Prices are tailored to each job allowing a specific number of minutes or hours for each phase of the project. The hourly rate for most remodeling projects is $45.00/hr. In some instances such as small handyman projects, where risks of miscalculations are low, an hourly rate of $40.00/hr. applies. All prices are fixed except for unforeseeable conditions that arise during the project. The customer will be informed of the situation and will presented with an additional work order.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Upon receiving a call from a potential customer, the customer is asked to describe the project they are considering, and an appointment is requested by the contractor to meet and review the project. If the call is received during the busy season of construction, the contractor will inform the customer of availability. Most estimates are submitted with in a week or less.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Two years experience in high school in the construction of new homes. Two years working in a home improvement center. Two years experience in the construction of new homes. Bachelors degree in Industrial Technology at Illinois State University with an emphasis on manufacturing and construction management. Six years experience working as a project manager and lead carpenter for a central Illinois company specializing in remodeling, restoration and repair. Eights years experience self employed.