In Search of An Honest Man

Similar to Diogenes’ search for an honest man, homeowners want someone to do quality repairs at a fair price.  The task appears reasonably easy but if you’ve ever tried to locate someone to fix something, you know just how difficult it can be.

Finding a list of companies from a phone book doesn’t mean they’ll be reasonable and reliable, it just means they have a phone and are willing to pay for an ad.  And let's face it...that's  oh SO 2000.  Searching on the Internet may direct you to a website that appears to be a local company but really is a marketing company who will sell the lead to a repair person or company who will pay a referral fee.  You are never truly certain with whom you are connecting or where?  There are consumer organizations like Angie’s list who rate repair professionals and contractors but they usually require an annual membership fee to be able to access the information.  Services like Renovation Experts or Service Magic are registries for contractors, however, they may not be the most competitively priced.
THE best recommendations are going to come from your friends, family, and neighbors... those you trust and who have actually used the repair professional.  The problem here is that you might have to make multiple calls before you can find a friend who can recommend the type contractor you need.

Repairs are a normal part of selling homes.  I certainly come in contact with lots of contractors.  This experience leads me to understand who is reputable and reasonable as well as who to avoid.

As part of my commitment to helping you from the time you buy your home until you sell it, I am more than happy to make a recommendation of a good repair professional. Give me a call or a click on over to my website…I want to help.

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