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Last update on April 22, 2025
Start with skylights! At VELUX, our mission is clear: we're dedicated to transforming your space with natural light and fresh air with skylights. Whether you're looking to replace old skylights or install brand-new ones, we will guide you every step of the way. Why Choose VELUX? =================== When it comes to skylights and roof windows, VELUX is the global leader. Here's why you should trust us to transform your home: 1. Innovation and Quality: VELUX skylights are renowned for their innovation and unmatched quality. They're designed to let in abundant natural light while keeping your space leak-free and energy-efficient. 2. Huge Product Selection: You’ll have access to a wide range of skylight options, from fixed to vented skylights. And we are here to help tailor the selection to suit your specific needs and style preferences. 3. Expertise: We take pride in what we do at VELUX, and our team is highly trained to guide you through the entire process. From selecting the perfect product for your space to providing valuable recommendations, we're committed to making sure your skylight project is a complete success. 4. Professional Installation Partners: We don't stop at product selection and recommendations; we also match you with a VELUX-trained installer who will handle the installation of your skylights with precision and expertise.
Start with skylights! At VELUX, our mission is clear: we're dedicated to transforming your space with natural light and fresh air with skylights. Whether you're looking to replace old skylights or install brand-new ones, we will guide you every step of the way. Why Choose VELUX? =================== When it comes to skylights and roof windows, VELUX is the global leader. Here's why you should trust us to transform your home: 1. Innovation and Quality: VELUX skylights are renowned for their innovation and unmatched quality. They're designed to let in abundant natural light while keeping your space leak-free and energy-efficient. 2. Huge Product Selection: You’ll have access to a wide range of skylight options, from fixed to vented skylights. And we are here to help tailor the selection to suit your specific needs and style preferences. 3. Expertise: We take pride in what we do at VELUX, and our team is highly trained to guide you through the entire process. From selecting the perfect product for your space to providing valuable recommendations, we're committed to making sure your skylight project is a complete success. 4. Professional Installation Partners: We don't stop at product selection and recommendations; we also match you with a VELUX-trained installer who will handle the installation of your skylights with precision and expertise.
We are happy to provide handyman, home repair and home improvement services to the broader Portland area - from Oregon City to Scappose and Forest Grove to Gresham, including Lake Oswego, West Linn, Beaverton, and all areas of Portland. Our specialty is anything in and around the home (or business) that takes between two hours and two days to complete. We offer free over-the-phone estimates and firm appointment times to save you time, all our handymen are licensed, bonded, and ensured as our employees, and we guarantee our work for a year.
"I was charged $150 to have nothing done except make work for myself moving everything out of the room and now moving it back in. Where to begin, first off…do yourself a favor. Anything more than say a small job that you could probably do yourself with a youtube video showing you step by step, get a legit service to come on out and view the job with their own eyeballs to tell you if they can do it. The individual who showed up was very nice so I lay no blame on him, but I spoke over the phone with their main office about having some floor squeaks I wanted fixed. Pull back carpet, find joists, screw it down and put carpet back. I was told that some parts of the carpet could tear and that but fixing the squeak another squeak maybe in time shows up elsewhere. I understood what was said and was told the 4 hour package should be what I need. We moved forward… Our guy arrived on time but we cleared the room to make it easy and was told he can pull the carpet or drill through carpet, but I wanted it done right, he mentioned they do not put the carpet back. On the phone when I agreed to go forward, I was told that it would go back and even knew the risks but a few times our guy said, “no we do not put the carpet back” and you need a carpet specialist. Then when the 1 job was a wash, I was informed I must pay $150 for the trip out which we were both very upset about. I asked him to just try and install a light fixture to make use of the hour though I was going to do it myself later. Through no fault of his own, when the box opened it was missing a critical mounting component. So, no light mounted. In short, unless it is an ULTRA small job, get people who specialize in your needs. People need to come out and inspect the job so the handyman knows what the job is exactly rather than an office saying they can do anything no problem and then not deliver. I was told they can reschedule and do everything then I can call a carpet specialist to put the old carpet back down as it was to simply be rolled back some, at that point I’d rather 1 person do it all and Ace is NOT it. The house has lots of small projects but honestly, I don’t see myself ever using them again. I honestly feel like I was robbed."
Philip Q on April 2025
We are happy to provide handyman, home repair and home improvement services to the broader Portland area - from Oregon City to Scappose and Forest Grove to Gresham, including Lake Oswego, West Linn, Beaverton, and all areas of Portland. Our specialty is anything in and around the home (or business) that takes between two hours and two days to complete. We offer free over-the-phone estimates and firm appointment times to save you time, all our handymen are licensed, bonded, and ensured as our employees, and we guarantee our work for a year.
"I was charged $150 to have nothing done except make work for myself moving everything out of the room and now moving it back in. Where to begin, first off…do yourself a favor. Anything more than say a small job that you could probably do yourself with a youtube video showing you step by step, get a legit service to come on out and view the job with their own eyeballs to tell you if they can do it. The individual who showed up was very nice so I lay no blame on him, but I spoke over the phone with their main office about having some floor squeaks I wanted fixed. Pull back carpet, find joists, screw it down and put carpet back. I was told that some parts of the carpet could tear and that but fixing the squeak another squeak maybe in time shows up elsewhere. I understood what was said and was told the 4 hour package should be what I need. We moved forward… Our guy arrived on time but we cleared the room to make it easy and was told he can pull the carpet or drill through carpet, but I wanted it done right, he mentioned they do not put the carpet back. On the phone when I agreed to go forward, I was told that it would go back and even knew the risks but a few times our guy said, “no we do not put the carpet back” and you need a carpet specialist. Then when the 1 job was a wash, I was informed I must pay $150 for the trip out which we were both very upset about. I asked him to just try and install a light fixture to make use of the hour though I was going to do it myself later. Through no fault of his own, when the box opened it was missing a critical mounting component. So, no light mounted. In short, unless it is an ULTRA small job, get people who specialize in your needs. People need to come out and inspect the job so the handyman knows what the job is exactly rather than an office saying they can do anything no problem and then not deliver. I was told they can reschedule and do everything then I can call a carpet specialist to put the old carpet back down as it was to simply be rolled back some, at that point I’d rather 1 person do it all and Ace is NOT it. The house has lots of small projects but honestly, I don’t see myself ever using them again. I honestly feel like I was robbed."
Philip Q on April 2025
Renewal by Andersen is trusted by homeowners across Oregon & SW Washington for providing high-quality windows and doors. Whether you live in Portland, Salem, Vancouver, or the Oregon Coast, we help thousands of customers bring long-term value and comfort to their homes. As a full-service window replacement company since 1995, we have provided homeowners with a smooth and hassle-free process for the past 30 years, complete with a comprehensive warranty that guarantees long-lasting performance. Plus, our sustainable Fibrex® material lets you choose from a wide selection of color options and styles that offer enduring beauty for decades to come!
"Great product and service."
Kyle B on January 2025
Renewal by Andersen is trusted by homeowners across Oregon & SW Washington for providing high-quality windows and doors. Whether you live in Portland, Salem, Vancouver, or the Oregon Coast, we help thousands of customers bring long-term value and comfort to their homes. As a full-service window replacement company since 1995, we have provided homeowners with a smooth and hassle-free process for the past 30 years, complete with a comprehensive warranty that guarantees long-lasting performance. Plus, our sustainable Fibrex® material lets you choose from a wide selection of color options and styles that offer enduring beauty for decades to come!
"Great product and service."
Kyle B on January 2025
"Welcome to RA Construction a premier deck expert in the Portland Area . With a passion for craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to transforming outdoor spaces, we specialize in designing and building custom decks, deck repair , and deck staining that seamlessly blend beauty and functionality. Whether you dream of a tranquil oasis for relaxation or an inviting entertainment hub, we bring your vision to life with unparalleled precision. We also offer Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling , custom carpentry , baseboard installation , pressure washing , roof cleaning and more ! CCB 243105 Kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling baseboards installations, staining decks, pressure washing , roof cleaning and more ! Call Ricardo today
"Good work done in pouring rain."
Joan H on March 2025
"Welcome to RA Construction a premier deck expert in the Portland Area . With a passion for craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to transforming outdoor spaces, we specialize in designing and building custom decks, deck repair , and deck staining that seamlessly blend beauty and functionality. Whether you dream of a tranquil oasis for relaxation or an inviting entertainment hub, we bring your vision to life with unparalleled precision. We also offer Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling , custom carpentry , baseboard installation , pressure washing , roof cleaning and more ! CCB 243105 Kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling baseboards installations, staining decks, pressure washing , roof cleaning and more ! Call Ricardo today
"Good work done in pouring rain."
Joan H on March 2025
As a family owned and operated business, and general contractor for over 20 years, KEI Enterprises has built a reputation for high-quality work and customer service. We have the knowledge and abilities to provide you with most anything you want or need. Our superb relationships with specialty contractors, such as electricians, plumbers, HVAC providers, and outstanding tile contractors, allow us to complete your project from start to finish without hassle. Every project we complete, and every client interaction we have is of an exceptional level of quality, integrity and service. We aim to exceed your expectations every step of the way.
"This company is fantastic. Our landlord scheduled repairs while I was recovering from surgery. They felt bad for the noise they made and sent me a care package! They were professional, kind and timely. I highly recommend."
Amy F on October 2023
As a family owned and operated business, and general contractor for over 20 years, KEI Enterprises has built a reputation for high-quality work and customer service. We have the knowledge and abilities to provide you with most anything you want or need. Our superb relationships with specialty contractors, such as electricians, plumbers, HVAC providers, and outstanding tile contractors, allow us to complete your project from start to finish without hassle. Every project we complete, and every client interaction we have is of an exceptional level of quality, integrity and service. We aim to exceed your expectations every step of the way.
"This company is fantastic. Our landlord scheduled repairs while I was recovering from surgery. They felt bad for the noise they made and sent me a care package! They were professional, kind and timely. I highly recommend."
Amy F on October 2023
**THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING US FOR YOUR PROJECTS, UNFORTUNATELY, WE ARE NOT ABLE TO ACCEPT NEW PROJECTS AT THIS TIME. PLEASE KEEP US IN MIND FOR YOUR FUTURE HONEY-DO LISTS!** Your Mission, Should You choose to accept, is to choose a Handyman/Construction Professional/ jack of many/ master of Some which is aligned with YOUR mission, and to be YOUR handyman that brings back that “personal touch” with YOU, our customer. One Customer at a time, and that has been our Rock Foundation with Great Support from Many! We appreciate the opportunity to be of service to YOU, and most certainly with a smile and great attitude.We work tirelessly to build a lasting relationship with YOU that will last a lifetime. Once you have had a chance to read what our trusted customers own opinion of our work, which is always to remain transparent most of all. We want the opportunity to truly earn YOUR business. We're VERY passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. PERIOD! When you hire us, you're hiring a hard working professional with helpful and powerful training and education. We work hard to ensure and deliver life-lasting value to your home. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for ultimate customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule with us today! Ask for Jason! 360.869.2446
**THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING US FOR YOUR PROJECTS, UNFORTUNATELY, WE ARE NOT ABLE TO ACCEPT NEW PROJECTS AT THIS TIME. PLEASE KEEP US IN MIND FOR YOUR FUTURE HONEY-DO LISTS!** Your Mission, Should You choose to accept, is to choose a Handyman/Construction Professional/ jack of many/ master of Some which is aligned with YOUR mission, and to be YOUR handyman that brings back that “personal touch” with YOU, our customer. One Customer at a time, and that has been our Rock Foundation with Great Support from Many! We appreciate the opportunity to be of service to YOU, and most certainly with a smile and great attitude.We work tirelessly to build a lasting relationship with YOU that will last a lifetime. Once you have had a chance to read what our trusted customers own opinion of our work, which is always to remain transparent most of all. We want the opportunity to truly earn YOUR business. We're VERY passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. PERIOD! When you hire us, you're hiring a hard working professional with helpful and powerful training and education. We work hard to ensure and deliver life-lasting value to your home. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for ultimate customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule with us today! Ask for Jason! 360.869.2446
Lifetime Exteriors was established in Vancouver, WA in 2009. We are proud to be a Woman-Owned, Family business located in the wonderful Pacific Northwest - We strive to bring our customers a high quality of service while maintaining excellent communication and service throughout your project and beyond. We have aligned ourselves and become preferred vendors for the highest quality products in the industry and we will always recommend the very best building components and products available such as James Hardie Siding, Sherwin Williams Paint, Milgard Windows, Trex Decking among several others.
"Had these guys put on a new roof. Roof leaked, toxic black mold where it’s leaked with ceiling damage in one of our bedrooms. Been 3 weeks since they came out to survey the damage. They’ve told me they subbed out the roof to someone else when they did it and they’ve let the other company know. I've inquired a few times and they keep telling me they reached out to the other company to let them know. Basically passed us off and we’re up a creek with toxic black mold."
David K on May 2021
Lifetime Exteriors was established in Vancouver, WA in 2009. We are proud to be a Woman-Owned, Family business located in the wonderful Pacific Northwest - We strive to bring our customers a high quality of service while maintaining excellent communication and service throughout your project and beyond. We have aligned ourselves and become preferred vendors for the highest quality products in the industry and we will always recommend the very best building components and products available such as James Hardie Siding, Sherwin Williams Paint, Milgard Windows, Trex Decking among several others.
"Had these guys put on a new roof. Roof leaked, toxic black mold where it’s leaked with ceiling damage in one of our bedrooms. Been 3 weeks since they came out to survey the damage. They’ve told me they subbed out the roof to someone else when they did it and they’ve let the other company know. I've inquired a few times and they keep telling me they reached out to the other company to let them know. Basically passed us off and we’re up a creek with toxic black mold."
David K on May 2021
Residential remodel/repair and handyman service. Interior and exterior work. Basement remodel are our specialty. Work both by quote or hourly. 100% referral, word of mouth
"Where to start, I hired Jim at Evolution to do an exterior home remodel. This was three years ago. This included windows, siding, doors, roof, and gutters. Two jobs (the house roof and the gutters) were done by two other companies that he hired. The gutters are leaking and not doing their job at this point. They are not blocked nor do they have debris in them. The seams are failing. There are three spots currently. Also they put a downspout in the middle of the gutter and not on the end. So there’s issues associated with that. Jim was to do the siding, windows, screen doors, basement door, and carport roof. His costs were the best out of several contractors and he was recommended by a friend. We were drawn to another company but we decided to go with Evolution and Jim. So I mentioned the carport, we needed to redo it. I am a novice when it comes to building but I figured I could build the carport and have Jim roof it (originally it was going to be the other subcontracted roofers doing it). So I constructed, after doing research, the carport. Jim arrives and says it’s too flat and that it’s not safe to shingle it. so he says we could but corrugated plastic up in its place. I agree to that as I am assuming he knows what he’s talking about. He proceeds to do the job. The carport roof, the siding, the windows. I recently installed a patio with pavers right before he started his work here. I with my neighbors help did the work. My neighbor then installed a concrete border around the patio. At one point Jim and his crew rent a scissor lift and proceed to drive it (I think the sticker said 2500 pounds on the side of the machine) onto the patio to instal a window upstairs. They cracked the new concrete border and cracked about 10 pavers. They decided not to mention it to me, but I noticed it. I waited till the end of the day when Jim was sitting in his vehicle to leave and I approached him. He said they would fix it. Their fix was flipping the pavers over and not addressing the cracked concrete border. Disappointing but ok. So back to the carport which is my ultimate complaint. Jim completes all the projects including the plastic on the carport. Within days there are multiple leaks on the carport. Jim sends a helper out to put some caulk on it. The next day it’s leaking all along where the plastic meets the newly shingled roof. I contact Jim about the situation and he says “I’m washing my hands clean of this problem”. I plead with him to help address it and he sends me a email saying I screwed up the carport and that if an inspector saw it they would make me take it down. So I drop it. Over the next three years we are to the point of replacing the roof, yet the carport structure is solid. The plastic has shattered on the south side where it wasn’t connected properly, no flashing was installed so the water has damaged all of his supports causing them to warp, it leaks everywhere rendering the carport useless. Since Jim refused to address it I contacted another contractor to see what they could do. They came out and determined Jim botched the carport roof in several ways. No flashing, un proper cross beam placement, un proper overlap of plastic, un proper attachment to my structure. My structure was sound with no issues. So I reach out to Jim again about the issue and asked him repeatedly to come back out to see what was happening, in hopes he would fix it. It has been three years at this point. He doubled down with what he said before. Got upset that I asked another contractor to look at it (even though he refused too). He repeatedly asked me if I wanted him to come out. Which I reply with yes, over and over again. He never came. To be blunt he was incredibly rude. I’ll happily post what he wrote of the need arises. The bottom line to me is this. If I built the structure poorly (as he claimed… even though I think he wanted to initially do it but cost prevented it) why would you cover something that was built poorly. I would of said I can’t legally cover that structure or maybe even it’s built in a way that I can’t insure a leak free roof (again it was a matter of days I reported leaks to him). Secondly after I paid over 50,000 dollars to him, why wouldn’t you try to fix the roof just to be helpful especially since I contacted him within days. Thirdly why be a rude and condescending. Overall it was a huge let down. The new carport roof will cost about 3000. All his supports and the plastic top. The patio damage and the lack of care in fixing his issues he created. I would never recommend Jim or Evolution."
Rolf G on June 2023
Residential remodel/repair and handyman service. Interior and exterior work. Basement remodel are our specialty. Work both by quote or hourly. 100% referral, word of mouth
"Where to start, I hired Jim at Evolution to do an exterior home remodel. This was three years ago. This included windows, siding, doors, roof, and gutters. Two jobs (the house roof and the gutters) were done by two other companies that he hired. The gutters are leaking and not doing their job at this point. They are not blocked nor do they have debris in them. The seams are failing. There are three spots currently. Also they put a downspout in the middle of the gutter and not on the end. So there’s issues associated with that. Jim was to do the siding, windows, screen doors, basement door, and carport roof. His costs were the best out of several contractors and he was recommended by a friend. We were drawn to another company but we decided to go with Evolution and Jim. So I mentioned the carport, we needed to redo it. I am a novice when it comes to building but I figured I could build the carport and have Jim roof it (originally it was going to be the other subcontracted roofers doing it). So I constructed, after doing research, the carport. Jim arrives and says it’s too flat and that it’s not safe to shingle it. so he says we could but corrugated plastic up in its place. I agree to that as I am assuming he knows what he’s talking about. He proceeds to do the job. The carport roof, the siding, the windows. I recently installed a patio with pavers right before he started his work here. I with my neighbors help did the work. My neighbor then installed a concrete border around the patio. At one point Jim and his crew rent a scissor lift and proceed to drive it (I think the sticker said 2500 pounds on the side of the machine) onto the patio to instal a window upstairs. They cracked the new concrete border and cracked about 10 pavers. They decided not to mention it to me, but I noticed it. I waited till the end of the day when Jim was sitting in his vehicle to leave and I approached him. He said they would fix it. Their fix was flipping the pavers over and not addressing the cracked concrete border. Disappointing but ok. So back to the carport which is my ultimate complaint. Jim completes all the projects including the plastic on the carport. Within days there are multiple leaks on the carport. Jim sends a helper out to put some caulk on it. The next day it’s leaking all along where the plastic meets the newly shingled roof. I contact Jim about the situation and he says “I’m washing my hands clean of this problem”. I plead with him to help address it and he sends me a email saying I screwed up the carport and that if an inspector saw it they would make me take it down. So I drop it. Over the next three years we are to the point of replacing the roof, yet the carport structure is solid. The plastic has shattered on the south side where it wasn’t connected properly, no flashing was installed so the water has damaged all of his supports causing them to warp, it leaks everywhere rendering the carport useless. Since Jim refused to address it I contacted another contractor to see what they could do. They came out and determined Jim botched the carport roof in several ways. No flashing, un proper cross beam placement, un proper overlap of plastic, un proper attachment to my structure. My structure was sound with no issues. So I reach out to Jim again about the issue and asked him repeatedly to come back out to see what was happening, in hopes he would fix it. It has been three years at this point. He doubled down with what he said before. Got upset that I asked another contractor to look at it (even though he refused too). He repeatedly asked me if I wanted him to come out. Which I reply with yes, over and over again. He never came. To be blunt he was incredibly rude. I’ll happily post what he wrote of the need arises. The bottom line to me is this. If I built the structure poorly (as he claimed… even though I think he wanted to initially do it but cost prevented it) why would you cover something that was built poorly. I would of said I can’t legally cover that structure or maybe even it’s built in a way that I can’t insure a leak free roof (again it was a matter of days I reported leaks to him). Secondly after I paid over 50,000 dollars to him, why wouldn’t you try to fix the roof just to be helpful especially since I contacted him within days. Thirdly why be a rude and condescending. Overall it was a huge let down. The new carport roof will cost about 3000. All his supports and the plastic top. The patio damage and the lack of care in fixing his issues he created. I would never recommend Jim or Evolution."
Rolf G on June 2023
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"I was very impressed with the knowledge Victor had to do the repairs and painting for my requested project. I think it looks just or better than the original."
Susan K on February 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"I was very impressed with the knowledge Victor had to do the repairs and painting for my requested project. I think it looks just or better than the original."
Susan K on February 2025
We specialize in the full replacement of exterior windows and doors, you can also just purchase the product with no installation. When you call in for an appointment, we will send a professional design consultant to your home for a free, no obligation, no pressure estimate. We have pictures, products, and brochures that we bring to each appointment so that you can visualize your improvements. Our goal is to provide you with all of the tools you need in order to make an educated decision on the investment that you will make to your home. We believe an educated consumer is a better consumer.
"An honest question for Henderson & Daughter- Why bother? Why bother setting an appointment, sending someone out, taking measurements, promising quotes, only to fully flake? No calls, no emails, can't even return inquiries. A waste of my time and yours. Makes no sense."
Dan G on July 2024
We specialize in the full replacement of exterior windows and doors, you can also just purchase the product with no installation. When you call in for an appointment, we will send a professional design consultant to your home for a free, no obligation, no pressure estimate. We have pictures, products, and brochures that we bring to each appointment so that you can visualize your improvements. Our goal is to provide you with all of the tools you need in order to make an educated decision on the investment that you will make to your home. We believe an educated consumer is a better consumer.
"An honest question for Henderson & Daughter- Why bother? Why bother setting an appointment, sending someone out, taking measurements, promising quotes, only to fully flake? No calls, no emails, can't even return inquiries. A waste of my time and yours. Makes no sense."
Dan G on July 2024
The average cost to hire a handyman ranges from about $40 to $140 per hour. Average project cost ranges between $180 and $700, but the cost per hour and per project depends heavily on the type, size, and complexity of the project. The pro’s experience level and your location also factor into how much a handyman charges per hour or per project. You can also expect to pay higher rates or additional fees for emergency services, or around periods of high customer demand, like holidays.
The average cost to install a door is around $1,100, but you could pay anywhere from $150 for a hollow-core interior door installation up to $2,000 or a high-end exterior door installation. There are a few cost factors to consider to get an accurate price, including whether your wall opening exists, the type of door, the quality and security of the door, whether you need to replace the frame, and the door size. You can expect to pay $150 to $700 for a standard 36-by-80-inch door and between $400 and $1,600 for an 80-by-48-inch door.
Door installation usually takes three and four hours, including removing the old door and frame, fitting the new door and frame in place, shimming it to make sure it’s perfectly level, and making adjustments to the hinges and locking mechanisms to ensure proper functionality. A door-hanging professional can replace an interior door in between one and two hours. Door installation will take significantly longer if your installer needs to create a wall opening, and it can take less time if the existing door frame remains.
It’s possible to install a door yourself if the wall opening already exists, but the work is rather complicated, and a professional installation is usually well worth the investment. For your door to work and close properly, you’ll need to shim and level the door frame in your wall perfectly, which can be difficult. Additionally, we recommend you always hire a professional door installer to place an exterior door, as mistakes during the installation process can lead to poor security for your home.
Yes, you should hire a handyman who’s licensed, certified, and insured, if possible. States have different requirements for handyman licensing, registration, and certifications. If licensing is required in your area, you may pay more for a licensed handyman with experience than one who is not licensed or certified, but you’re likely to get a better end result for your project. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local handymen guidelines.