Does anybody know of a handyman in the Plano, TX area who is trustworthy and reasonably priced (someone skilled and cheap)? I see this question pop up on my Nextdoor app again and again.
This is what a burst hose-bib looks like
I appreciate the Handyman – really, I do. As long as they are not doing jobs that belong to licensed, insured tradesmen who have been schooled for years and are professionals in their field.
I’ll give you a for instance: The reason licensed, insured plumbers are, and have been, considered to protect the health of the nation is because they really do that. They protect the health of the nation!
Washing machine drain pipe installation
A licensed, professional plumber knows the plumbing system from beginning to end. They know that you need clean, safe water flowing in, and a safe delivery of used (sewage) water out to its proper channel. If there is a break in that system somewhere and it is not taken care of properly, your health is at risk. This is a job for a professional plumber to navigate and solve.
Would you want a Handyman coming in and doing surgery on your body? At the very least, you’d be opening a channel to possible infection. Same with plumbing – don’t take a chance on something this important.
Electrical wires on fire. The concept of electrical short circuit and fire at home
My thoughts are exactly the same for any home or business repairs that are needed. Just think of the danger if your electric installations or repairs are done wrong. Your home or business could go up in flames with a bad connection. This work should be done by a licensed, insured professional electrician.
It will cost more money but a Handyman rarely carries insurance to cover any resulting accidents or damages. A licensed, professional plumber is required by law to carry insurance just in case something goes awry during the process.
The licensed, professional plumber plays a vital role in safeguarding the nation’s health. Beware of unlicensed handymen who offer plumbing services. The installation and inspection of high-quality plumbing systems, carried out by qualified professionals, are crucial to ensuring the well-being and safety of the public. We take this responsibility seriously and are committed to upholding the highest standards.
