Handyman Services
Reasons to Hire a Handyman
Hiring a handyman or handyperson offers numerous advantages. With busy schedules, it can be challenging to find time for home repairs. Instead of spending precious moments figuring out repairs, you can enjoy quality time with your family, engage in activities with your children, and relax. Handymen provide valuable assistance with home maintenance, ensuring repairs are done efficiently and effectively.
Regardless of whether your home is old or new, it will likely face various repair issues such as clogged sinks, leaking pipes, flickering light bulbs, and squeaky floors. While these may seem simple to fix, they can often be more complicated than expected. Instead of investing in tools and spending time on repairs, hiring a skilled handyman can save you time and effort.
Professional Agency for Hiring a Handyman
Hiring a handyman through a reputable agency can streamline the process. An agency connects you with qualified candidates, reducing the burden of sorting through multiple applications. This ensures you get a skilled professional suited to your needs.
Afterschool Nanny Agency
For over 15 years, Afterschool Nanny Agency has been a leading provider in the domestic service sector. We are dedicated to offering thoroughly screened candidates. Our vetting process includes in-depth interviews to explore candidates’ professional and personal histories, values, and principles, ensuring they align with your expectations. Our candidates meet the following requirements:
1. Hold a DBS or Police check.
2. Provide at least two references from past employment.
3. Have a minimum of two years of experience.
Cost of Hiring a Skilled Worker
The cost of hiring a handyman varies based on the duration and nature of the work. For temporary positions, lasting from one day to six months, Childcare Help charges a commission of £30 per day, with the handyman’s hourly wage ranging from £10 to £12. For permanent positions, there is a registration fee of £69.
Agency Commission Fee Calculation
To determine the agency’s commission fee, our consultant calculates a percentage (15% to 18%) of the candidate’s annual net salary. For example, if the handyman’s net salary is £450 per week, the fee is calculated as follows:
\[ £450 \times 52 = £23,400 \times 16\% = £3,744 (+ VAT) \]
Types of Handyman Services
Afterschool Nanny provides various handyman services to meet different household repair and maintenance needs:
1. Part-time Handyman: Works less than 40 hours a week, earning £11 to £13 per hour. Tasks include light repairs, plumbing issues, installing shelves, and more.
2. Full-time Handyman: Works 50 to 60 hours a week, earning £450 to £700 weekly. Responsibilities include drywall installation, ceiling repair, painting, heating system upkeep, and more.
3. Temporary Handyman: Available for flexible hours, from 2 to 12 hours a day, charging £15 to £20 per hour. Handles diverse tasks like lighting repairs, plumbing issues, and cabinet renovations.
4. Handyman for International Assignments: Skilled tradespeople available for tasks abroad.
Handyman Salary Ranges
A handyman’s salary is influenced by factors such as skill level, experience, location, hours of operation, and the complexity of tasks. Experienced handymen can earn up to £20 per hour.
Handyman Responsibilities
Handymen are entrusted with a variety of maintenance and repair tasks, including but not limited to:
– Equipment maintenance
– Minor HVAC repairs
– Tile repair
– Fence fixing
– Plumbing issues
– Facility cleaning
– Routine maintenance
– Landscaping tasks
– Appliance repair
– Painting and filling cracks
– Light fixture installation
– General maintenance and repairs
Finding a Proficient Handyman
Our team is dedicated to supporting you throughout the entire process of finding the perfect handyman. From the initial contact to post-hiring, our consultants are available to assist at every step.
Vetting and Screening Process
At Afterschool Nanny Agency, we prioritize the well-being of families. Our comprehensive vetting process includes face-to-face interviews, thorough reference checks, and ensuring all candidates have up-to-date police checks. We strive to simplify the selection process, ensuring you find a trustworthy and skilled handyman.
By hiring through Afterschool Nanny Agency, you can be confident that every candidate has undergone rigorous screening and meets the highest standards of professionalism and reliability.