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Trade standard
Handyman & Repairs
Small repairs, furniture assembly, mounting, and general fix-it tasks.
A practical checklist — not legal advice and not a guarantee by TryHardly. Use it to set expectations and turn finished work into clear proof and reviews.
What good work includes
The bar for a job well done.
- ✓Confirm the scope, timeline, and agreed price before starting.
- ✓Show up on time, or give as much notice as you can if plans change.
- ✓Keep the client updated and flag any surprises early.
- ✓Use the right fasteners and anchors for the wall or surface.
- ✓Test that the repair or assembly works and is secure before finishing.
- ✓Stay within your skill level — flag work that needs a licensed pro.
What workers should document
Notes and photos that protect both sides and build trust.
- ✓Take clear before photos of the work area.
- ✓Take after photos once the job is complete.
- ✓Note anything unexpected you found (existing damage, hidden issues).
- ✓Photograph the finished install or repair.
- ✓Note any parts or materials the client provided or that you supplied.
What clients should clarify
Settle these before the work starts to avoid surprises.
- ✓Exactly what needs fixing, mounting, or assembling.
- ✓Who supplies parts, hardware, and materials.
- ✓Wall type and weight for mounting jobs (drywall, stud, masonry).
- ✓Whether the task may need a licensed electrician or plumber.
Completion proof expectations
How to show the job is genuinely done.
- ✓After photos showing the completed, working result.
- ✓A quick demonstration that it functions as expected.
Safety & property respect
Protect people and the property throughout.
- ✓Treat the property and belongings with care.
- ✓Tell the client right away if anything is damaged.
- ✓Leave the area at least as tidy as you found it.
- ✓Turn off power or water at the source before relevant work.
- ✓Don’t take on electrical, gas, or structural work beyond your qualifications.
Turn this into proof
Follow the checklist, document the work, and let your finished jobs build your reputation through reviews and skill badges.