I had a disappointing experience with a handyman who initially advertised a rate of $50 per hour to attract customers. However, he quickly changed the rate to $80 per hour, claiming the need for an extra person, even for simple tasks like installing a toilet paper holder. He then stated that he actually charges a flat fee per job, which was significantly higher than his advertised rates. For instance, he estimated a job at 4-6 hours would cost $1,000. When I questioned this pricing, he made inappropriate comments and suggested I find someone else willing to work for much less. The conversation deteriorated into disrespectful language. I have generally had positive experiences with the platform and wanted to highlight this issue to ensure that this type of vendor aligns with the platform's standards.
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