FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
No 2 jobs are alike, pricing consists of a multitude of factors. From degree of difficulty, distance, exterior/interior & time frame. Generally the client provides all materials needed from shims to caulk. Client is paying for a on site skilled trade. However I can provide any and all materials. Expect an additional pick-up & delivery charge is. When I purchase materials, payment for said items is to be made upon delivery. I rather do jobs by the job, but that's not always an option. I'm fully aware of current installation costs of the big box stores IE; Home Depot, Lowes & Menards. I have done their installs for them in the past and present.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
The majority of my work comes from referrals, so this (THUMBTACK) is some what new to me. My current clients/referral's and I have built a mutual trust so getting paid for materials and job are never questioned. Never assume that the big picture, is the same as the clients, always break down the job, step by step if necessary. Never forget who is the boss. Learn something new everyday and help the client understand the procedures as you go. Engage the customers preferences and respect the opinion of both parties. Inform the client of any unforeseen issues involving current project or any under lying issues that could effect the home in the future.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
While in high school I took 4 years of industrial arts, after that I continued my education thru Genesee Area Skilled Trade school, covering building trades, welding, machine set-up, millwrights to auto mechanics etc.... I wanted to be as diversified as possible. Served as a combat construction engineer, while serving in the Army. Ran a framing crew for several General Contractors. Self taught all aspects of the trades one encounters. High end trim/finish carpentry, worked with multiple Interior designers thru out the Oakland county area..