3156 days ago

Are you paying an extra $10 an hour?

David from Halswell

Did you know that if you hire a handyman or many other tradespeople through TradeMe, you could be paying an extra $10 per hour?
I don't mind paying a finders fee but per hour?
That's excessive!
They have a related service called Goodnest that matches customers to trades services. It's big in Auckland and Wellington and they are setting it up here in Christchurch.
I'm a local handyman. I don't object to paying a finders fee for someone finding me work but I think a fee of $10 per hour is excessive. Goodnest approached me, saying they would charge any work I did through them at $45 per hour and give me $35 per hour. Needless to say I declined. Stinging someone an extra $70 a day for nothing is a rip off.
If you want a local trades or service that comes with feedback and references, stick with Neighbourly, you'll get the same deal for much less. (And of course if you are looking for a handyman give me a call on 044 451 7314 for a free quote and advice).

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