Tuesday, 1 October 2013

Find A Service For Furniture Repair Boston Area

By Paulette Short


There is a large number of companies offering furniture repair Boston area. They are usually classified and advertise under the heading of cleaning, repair and restoration services. The skills and knowledge required to carry out the work on your item will depend on the age, materials and value of your item. To help you find the right service provider at an acceptable price you should try to compare the terms and condition of at least three services that can quote for the work.

The internet and local yellow pages directories are a usual resource for finding service suppliers. A search using geographical criteria will bring up a list of services available in your local area and usually allows you to click through to the company website. The website usually provides more detailed information on the type of services, the terms and conditions and contact information. You should be able to quickly whittle down the list to a minimum of three companies you want to provide a quote.

Most reputable companies will visit and provide a quote free of charge. However, it is advisable to ask if they charge, before you arrange for a representative to visit. If they do charge there is plenty of others who will not.

Advertising materials often include before and after photographs of previous pieces the repairer has worked on. Make your own reference checks and ask for contact details for previous customers who have had similar work to yours carried out. Checking references and talking to previous clients will help you in choosing the right person for the job.

Check that the service provider is adequately insured in case of accidental damage during transport and the cleaning and repair processes. If it is necessary to remove the item from your home to carry out repairs, you need to check with your own insurance provider that the item is still covered while it is being repaired. Antiques, customized and rare or valuable pieces will usually require a higher level of insurance.

As a precaution in case of later disputes about the repairs, take photographs of your item before and after it has been repaired. It may be helpful to give the repairer any instructions from the manufacturer on care and cleaning along with a copy photo of the area requiring repair. The manufacturers information will generally provide details of the materials used in the manufacture of your item.

If the repairs can be completed in your home, make sure that you allow plenty of space for the repairer to work by moving other furniture out of the way. It can be a good idea to cover other pieces of furniture to prevent them getting covered in dust. Protect your carpets and flooring by laying down protective covers in the working area.

Base your final decision on all the information to hand and not just on the price. There is no guarantee that the cheapest or most expensive quote will provide a professional service. Taking time to check references from previous customers will help you to establish the reputation and experience you can expect from the furniture repair Boston area.




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