It has been an on going project for a year!! I just want it done. HELP!!!!
2007-05-09 15:27:55 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
It's very simple, tell him if he doesn't finish it in the next two weeks, you are going to start calling and getting estimates for someone else to finish it for him. I own a handyman business and can guarantee you that no man that considers himself "handy" wants any other guy to finish his job.
2007-05-09 15:33:14 · answer #1 · answered by wolfatrest2000 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I agree with wolf...tell him you are going to call someone else to finish the job. This will send him into a frenzy of activity and he will resume work on the project almost immediately. My only suggestion is that you shower him with praise (and love, candy, beer?) and don't come off like a nagging wife (sorry). No man likes to feel like another can take his place in home improvement when he's perfectly capable of it himself. Maybe you could arrange an hour massage at the spa when he's all done...works for me every time!
2007-05-10 00:02:12 · answer #2 · answered by ~Seamaster~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call in some professionals in to finish the job, just make sure he is home to see them in the house giving you a quote for the work. If that doesnt work tell him hes not going to get any lovin from you until the job is done. Hopefully you can hold out that long.
2007-05-10 00:34:04 · answer #3 · answered by boardbetty 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, this one's easy.
Next weekend, tie up your hair, get out all your tools, make some nice sandwiches, turn on the music, and look like you are about to tackle it yourself.
Turn on the drill, hammer a few nails, splash some paint, and look really serious about it all. Do not ask for any help.
"What are you doing, love?" he will ask.
"Just finishing this - won't take me a moment!" And remember to smile. Do not look helpless or stupid.
Naturally, he will think he can do a better job. So he will jump in and make suggestions, and then he will take over. Give him food and drink. Keep him company.
If this does not work, you are equipped and ready to go anyway - do it yourself!
2007-05-09 22:36:14 · answer #4 · answered by elmina 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You actually have the power in your hands. Just help him do it; and that means being there for him physically, handing over whatever he needs and the likes just make sure you suggest working on the bathroom when you are both free and just lounging around.
2007-05-10 01:29:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call a contractor and ask what they would charge and how long the project would take.
Give the estimate to your husband and ask for the money.
It might just motivate him as he then knows you are serious.
2007-05-10 13:23:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree in part with answer number one, and ODD as it may seem the notion was also expressed on a recent episode of "The Simpsons"
Being a DIY is a noble pursuit, and often a self affirmation of worth, but can be detoured by a lack of some knowledge at some point...and with an ego, or a thought that being thought incapable, procrastination sets in.
As a Guy,,, sometimes Try even if you fail, isn't as valuable as Don't even go there.
Threats are silly. as is putting a lock on the bathroom door.
You could attempt the work on your own, but that kinda defeats the purpose. I was married 25 years,,,Honey Do's should be a mutual thing, but at least talk about the WHY of his delay.
It may be that he WANTS help or advice? Maybe he should post a Q here?
Steven Wolf
2007-05-09 23:43:11 · answer #7 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 0⤊ 5⤋
My husband is the same way . Sometimes all it takes is to start doing it myself if that doesn't work . I ask some of his good looking friends if they would like the job.. Of course I'm not going to hire them when he is capable of doing it himself but he is very jealous. If that doesn;t work i cut him off if you know what i mean!
2007-05-09 23:36:57 · answer #8 · answered by icruiseon2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get lots of estimates from local businesses. Then take them into the bathroom and while wearing a nice sheer nightgown and robe. Tell him you could have me here if it ws finished......
2007-05-09 22:39:22 · answer #9 · answered by dolfin lover 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your dad to come over and finish it. Then tell your husband. He'll be in there finishing it that night. Grumbling, but working. No man wants to get "owned" by his father-in-law.
That's how we finished getting our house painted, anyway...
2007-05-09 22:38:16 · answer #10 · answered by Tracey R 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋