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[151949]

My housekeeper charges me $85 to clean my house every 2 weeks. If she only came once a month it would be much more because the house would be dirtier. If she came to clean weekly it would be much less as the house would be cleaner. She prefers the every 2 weeks and so do I.

[Regal Bee]

No way would I pay by the hour....some people (workers) are SLOW and you can end up paying a fortune. I pay by the overall job or a flat fee.

[Elri]

@cbrite

Make a list of what exactly you want done.   It really requires planning on your part.  Try to think of every detail.  Usually, women are pretty good at that  

Then, get an estimate--with the understnding that unforeseen  problems do come up in a construction-type job.

For instance, we need to remodel a bedroom.  I know it will require moving electrical outlets and a cable outlet, so I will ask questions up front.  

A contractor remembers the very first things you say.  So, don't get sidetracked,  and be prepared to state exactly what you need done and what you expect. 

[cbrite]

@Elri  Thank you. I am hiring handymen.... and it may be what is causing issues... they say one thing and we agree, then every time, they end up needing more money for whatever their excuse is. If their card says senior discount, well, forget that one...lol... they do a lot of double talk why the job won't qualify....( eye roll ) You are so sweet. I wish you great success with your remodel!!  (My electrician is lic. tho/no issues in 8 years really) 

[reiki604]

I always pay by the job and get a written estimate unless it is someone I've worked with before and know I can trust. For big jobs, I always have a contract with a bonus for the contractor if they finish before their timeframe and a penalty if they go beyond it. It's amazing how they never go over. LOL

[Katcat1]

@cbrite  Always get in writing in case something goes wrong and you have to go to court.  Whatever you feel comfortable with as far as hourly vs. standard rate.