An Easy Way to Tell How Much Your Contractor Cares
When you hire a contractor, you’re trusting them with your home—and one of the easiest ways to gauge how seriously they take that responsibility is by watching what they do before the work even starts.
At HUGE Handyman, we believe good work starts with good protection. The materials we use to cover your floors, tape off your vents, and seal off your living areas say everything about how we approach your project.
Drop cloths Don’t Tell the Whole Story
Sure, every contractor shows up with something to cover the floors. But what they use matters:
Resin paper taped directly to wood? That’s not real protection.
Thin plastic that rips when you walk on it? Expect dust everywhere.
Dirty canvas drop cloths reused from the last job? Think twice.
Those materials might technically “cover” the space—but they’re usually a sign that cut corners are coming in other places, too.
What We Use (and Why It Matters)
At HUGE Handyman, we invest in real protection because we want the job to run smoothly—and because your space deserves respect:
Ram board or heavy-duty floor protection for hardwood, tile, and vinyl
Clean plastic zip walls with zippers to contain dust
Painter’s tape and foam board for cabinet faces, stairs, and corners
Vent masking to keep debris out of your HVAC system
Daily cleanup routines so you’re not left with chaos between phases
This isn’t “extra”—it’s the standard for how we show care on site.
If They Don’t Protect the Floors, What Else Are They Missing?
When a crew skips floor protection or uses subpar materials, it usually points to deeper issues:
Sloppy prep means sloppy finishes
No containment means more cleanup—on your dime
Rushed masking usually goes hand-in-hand with rushed drywall, paint, or trim
In short, the first 30 minutes of a job often predict the next 3 weeks.
You Can Spot a Pro By Their Prep
Whether you’re doing a bathroom remodel, new flooring, or just painting, take a look around on Day 1:
Are floors and thresholds actually covered?
Are walkways protected?
Do they clean as they go?
If the answer is no—it might be time to call someone else.
At HUGE Handyman, we treat your home like it’s our own. That means quality work and a clean, protected space from start to finish.