Property guide

Handyman or specialist trade: what does your repair need?

A well-prepared repair list can make a handyman visit efficient, but some warning signs should move a task to a qualified specialist before anyone starts.

01

Jobs that often suit a grouped repair visit

Minor fittings, adjustments, sealant, snagging and small areas of making good can often be reviewed together. Grouping them by room gives a clearer picture of the tools, access and materials involved.

  • Loose handles, latches and fittings
  • Shelves, rails and practical accessories
  • Small damaged areas that need making good
  • Sealant and finishing tasks
  • A post-tenancy repair list
02

Warning signs that need a specialist assessment

Gas work, significant electrical faults, structural movement, suspected asbestos, hazardous waste and major water damage should not be casually added to a general repair list.

The right response is to identify the risk, make the area safe where appropriate and obtain the correct professional assessment.

03

Make photographs useful

Take one photograph showing the whole area and another showing the detail. Add approximate dimensions and explain whether the fitting or surface is loose, damaged, leaking or simply due for replacement.

For occupied blocks, include access rules, parking, lift availability and the person who will provide entry.

04

Confirm what is included

A useful scope records each task, material responsibility, any exclusions and how discoveries will be handled. This protects both the customer and the person completing the work.

If a small task grows into wider building work, it should be re-scoped rather than being completed under an unsuitable description.

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