My husband is looking to do some side jobs until he can find something more stable. What can he legally do (Ohio) without forking out a bunch of money for insurance/licenses? He is experienced in many areas such as painting, drywall, carpet, plumbing, electrical, roofing, etc. and is just looking to do some minor work, no major renovations or anything. And only on a temporary basis, not a permanant business venture. I don't want him to get in any legal trouble for doing work he isn't licensed to do. Any suggestions?
2007-08-16 10:04:54 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
morris is correct. Many if, ands, & buts. Depends on a lot. Heck, where I live say you want to re-shingle the roof. Then you can. But, if you repair a rafter you need a permit. You can replace a wire in the house. But, if you wire a new room addition you need a licensed electrician.
So, it a lot of red tape to weed through. But, do not let this deter him. It just need some local research. I think in the phone book look under construction permits or browse the pages, city, county, state. Once you call one they can lead you to others to talk to.
2007-08-16 10:33:01 · answer #1 · answered by Snaglefritz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The problem here is to be honest with people and let them know, you know the job and the work but, your not licensed or certified and have no insurance.
If they want to hire you and stand the flack, then it's there loss. If they try and sue, I've seen it happen, they haven't anything to stand on.
Not everybody will be happy with every job you do. It's like a doctor, one might love him, the other will dislike him.
Let them know, that's the secret. The codes are another thing. If he stays away from, say, wiring and electrical work that means, say hooking up a box. Instead call an electrician. Plumbing is a little different as long as he can do it.
Make sure he follows all the codes and regulations, and check with the city and county for fees required.
2007-08-17 00:06:04 · answer #2 · answered by cowboydoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why would he even want to take that chance? The licenses can vary from state to state, but there are some that are as low as $35. to $150. He could stick to something as simple as lawn mowing without a license, but for everything else he must be licensed and registered with the state for contracting work. He should go do Merchandising work, they pay 8. to 12. hr for thousands of types of jobs. He would be an independant contractor and needs no experience, but bettter chances if he has some retail work in his life time.
2016-05-20 16:29:21 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd say that some of the things you listed there are non- licensed jobs. If the laws are similar to Georgia, then he can do drywall, lay carpet, or paint without a license. Plumbing, electrical, roofing, HVAC, and framing are all licensed jobs.
2007-08-16 11:17:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to check Ohio laws. here in MI a person can do home repairs without a license as long as the job is less than $600. If you work on your own home, or work on a anothers persons home for free, then no license is needed either.
2007-08-16 10:16:05 · answer #5 · answered by morris 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im in cincinnati.. lovins insurance in milford might be able to do a policy for about 500$ for million coverage. i think they do payment plans too... he wont need license for small stuff.... varies by counties but you can goto state of ohio website and read up..one that does come to mind is an exterminator.. they need a license from state. certain cities want licensed plumber, some dont.
2007-08-16 12:43:32 · answer #6 · answered by hometech02 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He can do most home repairs with out a license. I do think that he should get liability insurance. God forbid he spills paint on a $5,000.00 oriental rug. My policy runs a little over $1,000.00 a year.
2007-08-16 12:28:16 · answer #7 · answered by shawnd518 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋