On Jan 11, 1:56 pm, Kadaifi wrote:
I have a relative who is out of work. I thought I would help him
with some re-modeling work. He is an experienced home
re-modeler and I don't question his experience.

My question is what to pay?

Perhaps it would be best to avoid mentioning specific dollar amounts.
Show him what you have to offer in terms of a place to stay and then
negotiate what he might do for that.