How do you find a handyman for small jobs in Oslo?
Where to post small jobs in Oslo and what to check before you hire.
Short answer
In Oslo you can find a handyman by posting the small job free of charge on a portal such as Mittanbud, where firms that take jobs in Oslo send offers. Check the firm in Enhetsregisteret, avoid paying cash, and use a company registered with DSB for any electrical work.
Why
- Mittanbud says posting a job is free and non-binding, and that it requires BankID verification of all businesses to keep out dishonest operators.
- The Norwegian Consumer Council (Forbrukerrådet) advises checking that a company is registered in Enhetsregisteret and not paying in cash, as cash can be a sign of undeclared work.
- The Norwegian Directorate for Civil Protection (DSB) says it is illegal for businesses to do electrical work without being registered in Elvirksomhetsregisteret.
Details
Mittanbud's installation and assembly category covers jobs such as assembling furniture or installing an appliance, and lists firms that take jobs in Oslo. Its own price range for installing white goods is NOK 1,000–4,000 per product. For IKEA furniture, IKEA offers an optional assembly service that you can book with staff in the store or online. A precise description of the job makes the offers easier to compare.
Tip
Ask for a fixed price for a small job; Forbrukerrådet says the final invoice should then not be higher than the agreed maximum.
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Sources
- Mittanbud: Installation and assemblyChecked at:
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- Forbrukerrådet: Checklist before you choose a tradespersonChecked at:
- DSB: Find an approved electricianChecked at:
- IKEA Norway: Assembly serviceChecked at:
Prices change, so check Mittanbud and the firm's written offer before you book.
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