How should a handyman respond when asked for advice outside their expertise?

Q: How should a handyman respond when asked for advice outside their expertise?

Direct answer: Set boundaries by declining to guess and recommending a licensed professional when advice exceeds your scope. Practical steps Acknowledge request: Don't dismiss it. State limits: Explain what you can't advise on. Refer out: Suggest a licensed trade. Next step: Define non-negotiable advice boundaries.

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Accepted Answer

Direct answer: Set boundaries by declining to guess and recommending a licensed professional when advice exceeds your scope.

Practical steps

Acknowledge request: Don't dismiss it.
State limits: Explain what you can't advise on.
Refer out: Suggest a licensed trade.

Next step: Define non-negotiable advice boundaries.