[JERRY2KONE]

There are going to be good points and bad ones no matter which way you end up going. Handyman services are great if you want to save a few bucks, but beware that with that kind of service you also have little or no garuntees. This is your place of rest and relaxation, eating and sleeping. You want to get it done right and not have to do it all again in a year or two, because you chose poorly for what type of service you decided to go with. Get all of your materials in house first, then get the most reputable handyman you can find to do your dirty work for you. Ask to look at another job that is in progress so you can see how his crew works. I would watch every step of the plumming and electrical install for sure. If they short cut you there you will not know it until it is too late. All of the surface work can be seen easily once the job is completed, but the stuff inside the walls and floors will be invisible. Harold is right about organization skills. Don't fall for any slick talking smooth contractor who won't even be on site while the job is being done. His interest is purly in setting up the job, and collecting the $$$$$. He could care less whether or not the crew does the job to code or not. You want a good quality handyman who will be right there while the job is being done so you know who to go to for changes or issues that may arrise. Depending on what state you live in pulling a permit can be a very important matter while the job is being done and especially if you are ever planning to sell the place.