Handyman Dan - Property Care and Repair, Carpentry

Serves Waterville, ME

35244

Hired 61 times

1 employee

3 years in business

$50/on-site estimate

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, and Venmo.

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Daniel Melnick
Completed on 8/18/2023

Introduction

$60/ hour minimum $250 per service call minimim $500 per days labor entire project prepay rate is $50/ hr My services are my time, tools, and knowledge. I make your property safer, functional, or less costly to maintain. It may not be as pretty or precise as you might expect from a master craftsmen. I am a handyman, good at nearly everything yet a master of none. I am a carpenter, not a master nor finish carpenter, nor licensed for plumbing nor electrical. I am a one man show, discreet when needed and tolerant of personal differences or opinions. I do as best i am able for everyone and quality work that will last. If you have a question just ask. I tend to give informative answers or ideas. I believe in our stewardship of the land and preventative investments for helping create an affordable sustainable property in this changing era we live in. Storms are stronger, winds are faster, technologies improve. Honest, hard-working, customer oriented, project based business. Background check, References, or Insurance available upon request. Eight years basic General Carpentry and Framing. Porches, Decks, Siding, Remodels, Flooring, Drywall. 20+ years Interior/ Exterior Painting and Staining. 20+ years Landscaping/ Hardscaping/ Property Care 10+ years tree removal and pruning Trailer for junk disposal or dirt/ mulch/ stone hauling.? Able to travel for large projects. Able to work within your budget. I do what I can with what you provide.

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

I charge Time and Materials. I will provide an accurate estimate and adjust to work with your budget.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

We talk, discuss options, meet, assess the project site, agree together on the goal, budget, timeframe.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

B.S. Biology, Ecology, Evolutionary Behavior UNH 2005 - Painting Foreman - Longview Vegetable and Dairy Farm - Shin Boku Tree Nursery - Top Notch Tree Service - Cat's Meow Carpentry - BRI- Brunswick development framing crew - Personal Home Care for 20 years

How did you get started doing this type of work?

Walking my cousin's dog and a lifetime of acquired skills and principles. Carpentry 5-6 years Arbory - 3-4 years Hardscape - 6-7 years Home maintenance - 20 years Vegetable Dairy Farming - 10 years Sustainable Land Management and Care - BS Ecology and Environmental Behavior UNH

What types of customers have you worked with?

Residential customers- good and bad, easy and challenging, in a foreign country to right over my shoulder, calm and angry

Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

Basement remodel for a young mother into an exercise room for her and play area for her 2 yr old son.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Be as detailed as you can be. You get what you are willing to pay for? Labor is not cheap. Quality or Quantity? Handyman or Master Craftsman?

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

what's your budget? when do you want this completed?have you thought of alternatives? am I ready to begin moving forward with my project now? plan ahead and prioritize safety and sustainable care not comfort.