2020
I’m looking forward to helping you complete your projects. In order to help the process work as smoothly as possible I’d like to share my business practices.
- Due to the nature of this work, with its many surprises and changes, I bill my labor by the hour.
- Part of my job is to gather the materials used during the project. I usually know exactly what I need and where to get it. I do not mark up on materials purchased on a retail basis. I do charge my 45.00 hourly rate for my time and the IRS rate of .57 per mile of business travel.
- If I rent a tool or hire a helper, those charges are indicated on the final bill with no markup.
- For jobs lasting longer than three days, I provide regular summaries of time and material costs.
- It’s not practical for me to haul away construction debris but I will stack it neatly and cut it into manageable lengths. Craigslist lists many trash hauling services.
- At the end of the job immediate payment is due. Cash, check, Paypal, Zelle and Apple Pay are acceptable.
- When payment is received I provide a written invoice and all relevant receipts. If I’ve used materials from my own supplies they will charged under Sundries on the final invoice. An emailed invoice can also be provided.
- At busy times of the year I can be flooded with inquiries. I try to respond to everyone but sometimes drop the ball. Please don’t take it personally. One of the reasons I prefer texting, aside from the brevity, is because my cell phone provider does not reliably forward my voice mails.