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Hiring a handyman costs around $400 per project, but the total could range from $65 to $1,500 or more, depending on the type of project and how long it takes. Most handypeople charge on a per-hour basis, usually around $90 per hour. Less experienced handypeople could charge as low as $40 per hour, while experts or highly experienced handypeople may charge up to $140 per hour. Here are some additional factors that affect your pricing:
Amount of time the job takes
Difficulty level of the work
Material costs
Accessibility of the work area
The appeal of hiring a handyperson is two-fold: first, they usually cost less than hiring certified experts, and second, they complete a massive variety of projects, ranging from installing light fixtures and fixing plumbing leaks to refinishing wood floors and replacing doors in your home. Provided the job doesn’t require a specific license to complete—like a plumber’s license or electrician’s license—a handyperson will likely be able to tackle the work. Handypeople have a broad range of home improvement experience, so professionals can usually handle any project in your home that doesn’t need to be done by a licensed tradesperson.
Handypeople usually don’t hold trade licenses, so they typically aren’t qualified to tackle projects involving installing or making alterations to plumbing or electrical lines. Below are some jobs that a handyperson usually won’t be able to complete:
Installing plumbing for a new kitchen or bathroom
Replacing plumbing pipes
Installing or repairing septic systems
Running new electrical wiring
Installing a subpanel
It’s not necessary to tip a handyperson, nor do most professionals expect it, but it’s a good idea in certain situations. For example, if your handyperson carries out particularly unpleasant work, like debris removal or working in a cramped crawl space, or if your handyperson goes above and beyond to keep your home clean throughout their work. A 10% to 20% tip is a good way to show your appreciation for their work, and you might want to consider double that or more if they come out on a weekend or holiday to address an emergency issue.
You can find a reliable handyperson by looking at professionals in your area and ruling out companies with poor reviews online. Next, check each handyperson on the Better Business Bureau to see if they have a history of complaints and rule out those that do. Finally, you can contact each handyperson to ask the following qualifying questions:
What is your hourly rate?
Are there any jobs you can’t tackle?
Are you fully insured?
How many years of experience do you have?
Do you have references I can contact?
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What can a handyman help complete? What are nearby handyman services?
There are many projects in your home a handyman can help complete, from fixing a broken door to carrying out home renovations. Common handyman tasks:
- Ceiling repairs such as fixing cracks and chipped paint.
- Carpentry such as making wooden chairs, tables, door frames, etc.
- Basic floor repairs: a handyman can repair flooring materials such as tiles, skirting and hardwood.
- Window repair: chipped or broken windows and frames in various parts of the home.
- Furniture repairs such as cabinets, shelves, couches, etc.
- Plumbing: a very common service of handymen, but some maybe more focused on carpentry.
- Cleaning, power washing, gutter cleaning, garage cleaning and worksite cleaning.
- Landscaping, tree trimming and lawn mowing.
- Deck building, deck repair and other outdoor carpentry projects.
- Painting, staining, drywall and other wall repairs.
- Seasonal work such as snow removal and roof ice removal.
How much do handymen near me cost?
Most handymen cost between $50 to $100 per hour. Seek three quotes to confirm your area's price point.
How much do handymen charge per hour?
Most homeowners spend an average of $83 per hour for handyman services. Seek three quote to confirm your area's price per hour.
The price paid for their services will largely depend on the scope of the project as well as the time it takes. Some jobs may take just a few hours to complete (such as fixing a leaking toilet). Other projects such as floor-repairs may take longer and thus cost more. Many longer term projects (such as a garage or basement renovation) are charged by total cost as opposed to by the hour. It is always a good idea to request a written estimate prior to beginning the job. Save on handyman costs by preparing the work area. Also ensure everything the handyman needs is accessible.
Can handymen do plumbing?
Yes - be sure to ask if they're licensed for plumbing work. While plumbing is a common handyman service, remember some handymen do not do plumbing.