Knowing Your Limits: Work a Handyman Should Refer Out
Rules Vary by State
What a handyman can legally do varies by state and city. Some places limit job size; others require licenses for electrical, plumbing or structural work. Know your local rules.
Common Referrals
Panel work, new circuits, gas lines, main water lines, roofing, and structural work often belong to licensed trades.
Say It Plainly
"That one needs a licensed electrician. Here's who we recommend." Customers respect honesty.
Keep the Rest
Refer the part you can't do and keep the parts you can.
Build a Referral List
Good relationships with trades send work both ways.
Keep Reading
Next in this series: Field Estimates: Letting Experienced Techs Quote on Site. Before that came Estimating Time Accurately Using Your Own Job History. For the full picture, go back to the handyman estimate software overview.
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