What level of service should I expect from a handyman near me?

A local handyman should provide a clear estimate before starting any work, bring the tools and materials needed for the job, and complete tasks efficiently while maintaining a tidy workspace. They should leave your home in good order with repairs or installations finished to a high standard.

Should I ask to see examples of a handyman’s previous work?

Yes. It’s helpful to see photos of past projects such as furniture assembly, wall mounting, or home repairs to get a sense of their workmanship. Many handymen show examples of completed jobs on their MyBuilder profiles to give you confidence in the results.

What types of jobs can a handyman help with?

Local handymen often take on a wide range of domestic tasks, including putting up shelves, mounting TVs, assembling flat-pack furniture, fixing doors or locks, and completing small painting or maintenance jobs. If you’re unsure, describe your project when posting your job. Many handymen can handle multiple types of work.

How should I prepare before a handyman arrives?

Clear the space where the work will take place and make sure any fixtures or items that might get in the way are moved. If materials or fittings are required, confirm whether you or the handyman will supply them beforehand to avoid delays.

What should I check before hiring a handyman?

Before choosing handyman services near you, review profile information on MyBuilder, including job history and feedback from other customers. Make sure to confirm details like cost, duration, and what’s included in the service to ensure everything runs smoothly.

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Deep South property maintenance
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a established property management team. Providing the following services *landscaping *tiling *painting and decorating *plastering *General maintenance
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Tiling- 18 Sep 2021
All good. Very pleasant people to deal with and nice job. Would recommend
AR Joinery
Rating: 5 out of 5
With over 30 years of experience in the joinery industry, I pride myself on listening to my customer's requirements to produce high quality work with competitive pricing in efficient time-frames to leave customers 100% satisfied. I am highly experienced in kitchen fitting, laminate flooring, wardrobe fitting and more. Please view images below to see some examples of jobs that I have successfully completed.
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Handyman- 20 Aug 2020
Absolutely great service from stat to finish, sanjeev was so professional will recommend him %100 and I got another job lined up for him.
Perennialgroundworksolutions
Rating: 5 out of 5
Welcome to my profile! A small introduction my names Daniel scrace. I am here to provide you with my Professional knowledge and honesty along with the skills i have amassed over the 13 years in several sectors of the utilities/Groundworking/Building industries. Do you have a problem? Because we could have the solution!
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Demolition- 8 May 2021
Felt like trustworthy guys when quoting, and it turned out to be a great job, finished quickly, very cost effective, very clean. We're very happy with the standard of work. Would hire again. cheers Daniel!
Digswell Services
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
We are a local company focused on delivering a first class finish alongside a first class customer experience. You and your project are at the heart of everything we do. We offer General Landscaping, Air conditioning, Electrical, Decorating and much more
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Handyman- 29 Jul 2024
Robert gave a quote and came around to double check. We agreed a date, and later I re-confirmed about a week before, but he did not turn up on the day. I have not heard anything from him in over a couple of weeks despite a number of attempts to make contact, so I just presume he was not able to do the job. Disappointed at lack of communication and needless delay.
Your_Best_Builder
Rating: 5 out of 5
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Handyman- 20 Nov 2021
Prompt, professional, knowledgeable and extremely accurate. Perfectionist regarding finish of the work he did. Would highly recommend this company.
Rapid Cure ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
I offer a 1 stop shop. Anything from odd jobs to renovations, ground works, from drainage to Driveways. Fitted bathrooms, tiling, Plastering and much more
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Handyman- 19 Nov 2021
Steve is your go-to-guy if you need a very reliable handyman with excellent service delivery. He is 100% the right man for the job. He is very friendly and helpful. He makes customer satisfaction is number one priority. I highly recommend him for any kind of handyman work.
Butler's Property Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
I have over a decade of experience in domestic renovation and refurbishment firstly in the family business, then for a large company and now independently. I have even had a project I managed featured in a magazine. I undertake all work in such projects including, but not limited to, kitchen and bathroom fitting, plumbing, electrical (NICEIC registered), joinery, painting and decorating, as well as CCTV, AV, security and automation. I love what I do, and I thank you for your consideration.
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Handyman- 22 Sep 2020
Alfie was friendly, polite, punctual and a pleasure to be around! I needed a desk and a few other units assembled, he quickly finished all of the jobs I needed doing to an excellent standard and ended up staying longer than we had anticipated - despite this, he refused any extra money I offered him! He maintains a high standard of professionalism at a very reasonable price! I also learnt that he was a man of many trades - electrics, plumbing, building etc. which is very useful. I will definitely be using him again and I cannot recommend him enough!
James oliver landscaping
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
We are a small family run business who put the customer first and foremost. From small gardening jobs to large scale landscaping works we are here to help .
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Handyman- 13 Dec 2021
James came over on Sunday and Monday to put together some Wayfair Cabinets Quite a complex task. Excellent job done. Friendly helpful and took packaging to the tip I’d recommend him wholeheartedly for any of the tasks he lists Dale
Handy Alec
Rating: 5 out of 5
I'm a Handyman with 10 years experience, been self-employed for 6 years. my work is f high quality with endless recommendations. I do anything from small jobs like interior decorating to big jobs like replacing ceilings, bathroom tiling, replacing kitchens cupboards etc.
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Handyman- 8 Nov 2019
Alec responded to the MyBuilder job rapidly and could even come over the very next morning! A few small jobs required, but all done to a great standard, for a fair cost and was much appreciated. Will be using him again if needed, for sure!
jpdplumbing
Rating: 5 out of 5
here for your plumbing needs years of experience from moving radiators to adding from taps to blocked drains all the way to putting your furniture together changing lights anything you need just ask thanks
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Handyman- 27 Aug 2021
James responded to my posting of the job promptly. He arrived on time, was very efficient & professional. True to the reviews of the work he has done, James did not make me feel that the job was too small for him to bother with. I am very satisfied with James' work. I will use his services in the future, as well as recommend him to family & friends. Thank you James.
Odyssey property maintenance
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi my name is Sam weightman and run/own Odyssey property maintenance. I have been in the maintenance feild for 10 years. Working as a maintenance man for a care home to working for a business doing maintenance work for meny high street shops and business and factorys there's. This means that I have a really good understanding of maintenance work
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Handyman- 25 Nov 2019
Responded promptly; turned up at the time we agreed; efficiently did the job we agreed on and knowledgable, friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
UR Patch
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a dynamic company operating in the South of England offering a no nonsense affordable property maintenance and fencing installation service from intelligent, qualified and experienced individuals We are capable of the full array of general tasks through to the more complicated jobs should you require them. Our costs are very competitive, all of our works are fully guaranteed and fully insured,
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Handyman- 15 Apr 2019
Very pleased with the work that he ended 10% on everything really good would recommend him which I already have done to my neighbours and he's coming back later on this year to do more work for me thank you
Goodwins Domestic Plumbing and Maintenance
Rating: 5 out of 5
Goodwins Domestic Plumbing is a small, friendly professional company. We offer quality workmanship in a courteous and respectful fashion and pride ourselves on offering the service we would expect to receive in our own home. We seek to achieve ultimate satisfaction for customers and only take on one client at a time ensuring no customer 'left hanging'.
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Adam was great. He was courteous, conscientious and very professional. We initially had a phone call with him to talk through the details, and we sent some photos to further clarify the job. Already he seemed to be taking things very seriously and asking lots of questions, wanting to get the full picture. He agreed to do the job the next day (which was a lifesaver for us!), and he arrived several minutes early(!). Adam examined the existing pipe work, the radiator, valves, our boiler thoroughly and discussed different possible ways of tackling the job. We agreed with him, and he went away to pick up the appropriate materials (included in his quote). Once he got in to the job, it proved to be trickier than anyone foresaw. However, Adam always checked any alterations to his original plan with us before proceeding. Throughout the job he was highly professional and knowledgeable and a nice guy too! I would recommend Adam for any plumbing-type job, especially radiators!
Dan Watson
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
Professional Multi-trade & specialist in home renovations. Joinery, Electrical, Plumbing, Tiling, Plastering & Decorating, Building work, Kitchen, Bathroom & Bedroom Services with years experience. Bristol based business.
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Handyman- 21 Nov 2023
Dan was very good and completed the job excellently he cleared and tidied the area afterwards I recommend him if anyone needs anything sorted
Plan Tec Tiling & Wet Room Solutions
Rating: 5 out of 5
I specialise in wall and floor tiling, bathroom and wetroom installs using all tile types and materials. From replacing a few tiles to full blown wetroom installation, I offer exactly the same level of perfection and customer satisfaction.
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Handyman- 16 Feb 2020
Although this was a very small job Geof came to me in the morning and pricedthe job and returned this afternoon and fitted the shelf .He was profesiomal and I recomend him
Ryan Harrison Plastering
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am Ryan and I have been in the plastering trade for 20 years. I have experience in working on new build sites where I would carry out work such as plaster boarding,plastering and pebble dashing all to the high standards required by the contractor. I also have experience in the domestic setting.
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Handyman- 28 Dec 2015
Excellent tradesman would highly recommend