Dear Savvy Senior: What’s the best way to find a good handyman or tradesman who can help with small jobs around the house? — Almost 75

Dear Almost 75: It’s a great question. Finding someone reliable for home projects and repairs can be a bit of a crapshoot. How do you find someone who will return your calls or texts, show up on time, do the job right and finish it, all at a fair price? Here are a few tips and resources that can help you search.

What kind of help

While it may seem obvious, the scope of the work you need done will determine what kind of worker you need to hire. For example, if you have an odd job or small home repair project that doesn’t require a lot of technical expertise, a handyperson may be all you need. But if you have a job that involves electricity, plumbing, or h

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