Why You Should Always Be Told Before a Handyman Keeps Working on a Hidden Problem
Should a handyman keep working if he discovers a hidden problem mid-job — or should he stop and tell you first? A local Ukiah handyman has a clear answer, and every homeowner in Mendocino County should hear it before they hire anyone. He calls these situations 'ghost problems' — unexpected issues that turn up on virtually any repair job.
His process is straightforward: stop work, be completely honest with the homeowner about what was found, and give them the choice to continue or to stop and reassess. It's the homeowner's house and the homeowner's money — they deserve to make that call. This is a direct contrast to how licensed contractors often handle the same situation: they continue working through the problem without disclosing it and add the extra cost to the final invoice.
Asking a handyman about their ghost problem policy before any work begins is one of the most protective questions a homeowner can ask. This video explains exactly why.
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