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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All Stage Solutions
Rating: 1 out of 5
Here at All Stage Solutions we pride ourselves on quality of work over anything else. We undertake all stages of construction, gardening and property maintenance. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with any enquiries you may have.
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Handyman- 20 Sep 2022
The contract was for 9 hours of work. In the end, I was charged for 10 hours. They argued that the handyman did not take a break. The worker was from 0900 to 1700. 8 hours minus short breaks. I would not recommend this company.
Williams & son maintenance/installation
Rating: 1 out of 5
We have been a family run bussiness for the last 12 years, and loved every minute of it. We cover all aspects of work from building a shed to bathroom and kitchen fits. We pride ourselves on our work which we have a passion for , ensuring all of our jobs are finished to the very highest standards and every customer is left with a smile on there face.
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Handyman- 1 Feb 2023
Didn't show up and no response to text messages... What a waste of time.
D moore
Rating: 1 out of 5
handyman, general building, carpentry and joinery work undertaken. I pride myself on putting the Customer first and take pride it my work.I would be happy to proved a quote for any work you require
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Handyman- 29 Jan 2023
Been waiting nearly 2 weeks for this job Im going to look elsewhere what a waste of my time
Gino’s painting and decorating
Rating: 1 out of 5
I’m a painter for 8 years in london and have a good reputation, so if you need quality and fast work be free to contact me
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Carpentry- 20 Sep 2021
He quoted for 1 day’s labour for my carpentry work. First day he made a mistake so I had to buy new architraves, then he left after 3 hours work due to a personal issue. I was very understanding and he assured me he’d return to finish the job. He returned and made another big mistake. I had told him on the first day which side to hang the door. This was very important because of where the light switch was. In case he forgot, I left notes all over the door lining stating where the door hinge should go. He ignored my notes and put the door on the wrong side. When I noticed after I got back he said he would not change it because he asked someone whether to listen to my note and they both decided that it was better on the other side. He did not notice where the light switch was. Now you have to open the door, enter into a dark room, close the door and search in the dark for the light switch. He refused to correct his mistake and said he’d spent 2 days doing 1 day’s work so he couldn’t correct it. I was shocked as he went home after 3 hours to take care of his personal stuff. This had inconvenienced me as I had to delay painting the room because he left, so I couldn’t believe that he would use his own cancellation as an excuse for not correcting his mistake. I was really let down by this behaviour. The other work he did was ok but 2 mistakes cost me to replace architraves and will cost me further to replace and install the door. Mistakes happen but not correcting them is terrible
Matt
Rating: 1 out of 5
General builder
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Carpentry- 22 Nov 2021
He did not reply at all
L Sellar Electrics
Rating: 1 out of 5
At L Sellar Electrics we provide all aspects of domestic electric works, including light/socket/accessory changes, upgrades and relocations. NAPIT registered so you can be assured all the work is carried out to the highest standard.
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Electrical- 6 Sep 2022
Appalling job do not hire , wiring he did on a plug was appalling , contacted him to come back and ignored my calls
Sparrow Home And Garden
Rating: 1 out of 5
With a team with years of experience we are able to complete any job that comes are way: Gardening - Landscaping - Decking - Fencing - Graveling - Slabbing - Pressure - Clearance. We also deal with interior work.
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Handyman- 25 Nov 2022
no show - left me up the creek without the proverbial paddle.
Rapid Trade Services
Rating: 1 out of 5
We are a newly set up business with over 40 years of experience in the building trade, our aim is to provide an excellent quality of service and satisfy all of our customers carrying out all work to the highest standard
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Carpentry- 5 Sep 2022
Priced job, agreed a date to do the work and then no communication and a no show
JW Masonry
Rating: 1 out of 5
Here at JW Masonry we pride ourselves in delivering the best possible service and results. With 5 years experience as a builder.
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Carpentry- 11 Nov 2022
I would not recommend anyone to use this builder, I asked him to fix my kitchen door as there was leaking and after a few weeks I called him to come back again to check the door because of the same issue but he is now refusing to answer my calls and messaging, very disappointed, unprofessional service
LK
Rating: 1 out of 5
Hi I've been working in the building about 15 years and i am professional and I do quality work
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Handyman- 8 Aug 2022
didnt turn up on the day
Kieron Barry
Rating: 1 out of 5
Hello, I am Kieron Barry, I am 19 years old and have been working with different trades for 3 years now. I am a multi trade, focusing on plumbing, general maintenance, carpentry and tiling. I can do painting and decorating to some standard as I am currently working with a property maintenance company. I worked as a carpentry apprentice for 1.5 years but the company let me down, since then my skill set has grown massively and my passion for the work I do has grown with it.
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Handyman- 24 Jun 2022
Never contacted us after intial contact
Dan
Rating: 1 out of 5
No job too small, no job too big.
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Handyman- 10 Jun 2022
Sorry I don’t like to leave negative feedback. However, it’s very disappointing to see 5 very long distinct scratches on my brand new wood floor and a hole on my wall he caused after the job (furniture assembling) done. Now I’m very frustrated to have them repaired and it will cost me a lot and time consuming. Furthermore, one of the wardrobe doors is not lined up. I sent pictures to him and was told that he would do something about it, however, I cannot reach him anymore. Very disappointing.
Catalin Volocaru
Rating: 1 out of 5
I'm painter and decorator i have a NVQ LVL 2 ,I have 3 years experience in painting and decorating.
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Painting & Decorating- 9 Jun 2022
He is a good man and worked well however did not understand the nature of the job hence could not complete the work in the price he agreed on and therefore we agreed that he should leave the job .
GABOS Plumbing limited
Rating: 1 out of 5
Fully insured, reliable and cheap solutions. No fix no fee. 24/7 Emergency plumber all works are guaranteed.
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Hey, The pair is lovely. However, they are extremely unorganised with excuses upon excuses to not do the job. The job was to change the bath and they removed the board of the bath and never came back?!?! after problems with my watermains. Now I have a bath with no board attracting insects and a non working watermains. Very annoying and a huge inconvenience to my life and family.
Mark grayshon
Rating: 1 out of 5
General flat pack furniture work, basic joinery and building work and also specialise in signage installation
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Handyman- 9 May 2022
Arranged a date/time so stayed in and he never turned up. Chased him for a few days and no reply.
Daniel
Rating: 1 out of 5
Training plumbing and gas engineer who is also capable of a wide range of jobs no matter how small
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Handyman- 10 May 2022
We are extremely disappointed with Daniel. Initially communication was good and Daniel seemed pleasant. He said he could do the work we asked for and we agreed a price. We were quite happy at this stage and were just waiting for Daniel to make arrangements with his contracts manager as to when he could begin the work. Sadly, this is the last contact we had with Daniel, despite sending him messages on various media. Needless to say we are very unhappy and disappointed and feel completely let down. He didn’t even have the courtesy to reply. We’ve now had the work done by someone else who did a great job and didn’t let us down. We will not use ‘My Builder’ site again after this complete let down; it doesn’t reflect well on your website.