Found a local handyman who fixed my fence for half the price of the big guys

Last month my fence blew over in a storm in Tempe, and I got quotes from three big companies that started at $600. A neighbor recommended this guy named Mike who did it for $300 cash, and he even fixed a gate I didn't ask about. Has anyone else had luck skipping the big contractors for smaller jobs?

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3 Comments

brianm661mo ago

Ask him about his insurance before you need it and can't find him.

mark_ward1mo ago

RIGHT? Did you actually check his license number or just take his word?

evahenderson1mo ago

Show your policy to him and ask what he covers... I did that with my guy and found out he didn't cover water damage from a leaky pipe. @mark_ward, that's the same kind of thing you're getting at I think... always double check the fine print before you sign.