Home repair calls- How would you have handled this?

Question

I called a repairman to look at my washer. He arrived and was very polite. Soon, he asked if I would take him down to the basement to show him a waterline and the shut-off valve. A woman at home alone, I look at this stranger who is holding a drill, and I told myself "um, this doesn't look right". I realized that "duh, he IS here to fix our appliance", so I think it is silly to act weird about it.

I just wasn't comfortable with this scenario. I felt like I was watching a Lifetime movie "stupid girl, stupid girl".

I direct him down to the basement, & he needs me to come look at the line. I keep a good distance (street smarts) and he explains the situation and I go back upstairs.

He didn't DO anything. I know he was just doing his job & I probably freaked out, but I was in a very vulnerable position.

I told my husband that I will NEVER be home for anymore service calls- it's just too unnerving! I still feel the adrenaline rush & that was over an hour ago.

Am I crazy for freaking?

Answer 1

You had the phone number to the company, so anything happened, there was going to be someone held responsible, and repairmen WHO ARE CALLED are interested in making money.

you must think your god's gift to men.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeJ1c9YOz...

Answer 2

The visitors you have to worry about are the ones who show up unexpected. If you call a company and they send someone out, that individual just wants to get and out as fast as they can (no pun intended).

If you're so worried, maybe you should get a can of mace. Or are you in a state where you can get a concealed carry permit?

Answer 3

"street smarts"

Not too smart...if you felt uncomfortable, and went to the basement with him anyway.

Answer 4

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