Small Jobs, Inc.

If you want high-quality, detailed work, with a nice finish, this is NOT the guy. The job was to enlarge an interior crawl space opening and replace the existing frame/door with an insulated door and weather stripping. It was $375 plus an additional $125 for insulating materials/labor. For this price, I was expecting a completely finished, well-installed product, with quality materials and remaining mess/job materials to be cleaned up. The first concern was that a small drop blanket was used in front of the door. But, knowing that you are cutting into a concrete block and the subsequent dust that permeates the air, this would hardly be sufficient. The smoke alarms in the entire house went off due to the amount of dust that was created and not blocked appropriately to keep from getting all over the house. Which I have to hire a cleaner for now. When the job was finished and I pointed out the materials and dust/debris collected around the worksite, including a nail left behind, I was informed that he 'did not have a shop vac' and 'does not normally clean up building materials'. I was never informed of this prior to the work, right there I would have hired someone else. The additional money spent on insulation labor and materials was used on; narrow stick-on weather stripping that was falling down due to half the adhesive part left to open air, which then stuck to the back of the door, causing it to pull and fall when opened; and Styrofoam board, screwed into the back of the door, partly held on with a busted part of a ruler, and not secured at all on one side. I was told this was quality work and that he had technically used what we had agreed on. The front trim/door is marked up and, the trim which he reused from the previous door is too short on one side. Instead of informing me, so I could decide to replace the trim, he re-installed it and said there is nothing I can do about that. Additionally, the front latch does not line up and cannot be closed properly. I pointed out various items but was told I technically got what we agreed upon. I went ahead and paid the full amount to end the interaction as it was evening already. The next morning, I notified him that I was still displeased and, that the door is not able to function as a proper latching door, nor is the price for the additional insulating materials and poor labor he used justifiable. He then told me I had 'flown into a rage' because I touched the sticky falling weather stripping. I asked for a small discount ($40-$50) so I could get necessary repairs. He refused. I genuinely wanted to find someone I could use time and again for various work. But, unfortunately, I did not find that with Jay. Buyer beware.

Jay was outstanding! On time, affordable, professional. This guy came in, assessed the situation, got to work. Great personality, on time and ready to work. Stayed busy from arrival to finish. He'll replace our range top exhaust unit next week. We're recommending him to our friends. He has my highest recommendation. Jay IS the real deal!

Jay was excellent!!! I reached out to Jay via text message and he responded quickly. I provided him pictures of the various jobs we needed completed and he provided an estimate in a very timely manner. Due to an unforeseen conflict, I had to reschedule the appointment and he was very flexible. When Jay arrived to do the repair work, I was very impressed with his professionalism and kindness. When he arrived, we walked the house to review the various things that needed to be repaired. He started work immediately and as he finished jobs, he would have me inspect. The quality of his work is top notch and his pricing is very reasonable. This was the best experience I have ever had working with a handyman. I will use Small Jobs for any future home repairs.