Local Handyman Services Near Me

Let’s face it: we aren’t all skilled in the home repair department. A handyman, however, should be able install or repair just about anything in your home. From hanging pictures to repairing appliances, they do it all. Most local handymen are capable of completing any basic home repair, though some may specialize in different skills than others; so if you’ve got a specific job in mind, make sure the professional handyman service you consider hiring is up to the task.

What can a local house handyman do?

A general handyman can cover a wide variety of home repair services — that’s what makes them so handy! So if you have a loose doorknob, damaged drywall and a leaky faucet, hiring one local handyman service instead of three separate home repair contractors makes the most sense. Here’s a breakdown of some of the basic tasks that your local handyman will likely cover:

• Kitchens and Bathrooms: Appliance repair and installation, small plumbing repairs, caulking, tiling and more.
  
• Outdoor: Deck, fence and gate installation and repair, yard maintenance, roofing/gutter repair and cleaning and more.
  
• Flooring: Tile, hardwood and vinyl Installation, repair, refinishing and more.
  
• Miscellaneous: Painting, drywall, baseboards and trim, insulation, carpentry, doors and windows, HVAC repair and cleaning and more.
  

Questions to ask a prospective handyman contractor near me:

• Can you provide me with references?
  
• Are you licensed and insured? (Check liability insurance and workman's compensation.)
  
• How do you charge, and what does that include?
  
• Can you give me a written estimate?
  
• What do your services include?
  
• What is your experience with similar projects?
  
• When can this job get done?
  
• Are there any important considerations or concerns you foresee with this project?
  

Find a neighborhood handyman on Houzz. Narrow your search in the Professionals section of the website to local handyman services and read reviews and ratings to find one that fits your needs.