Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.
How much does a handyman service charge?
Handyman hourly rates are $50 to $80 on average, plus the cost of materials. Most handyman work costs $150 to $600, depending on the job's size and if the handyman is self-employed or corporate. Handymen who purchase materials may have a 20% to 50% markup or a trip charge of $30 to $80.
What can a handyman legally do?
A handyman can legally do small jobs and repairs like painting a room, hanging a TV, unclogging a drain, patching a wall, replacing a ceiling fan, fixing a fence or gate, cleaning gutters, or replacing a toilet. Some states have limits on the amount handymen can legally charge before needing a license.
Can a handyman do plumbing or electrical work?
Only licensed handymen can do plumbing or electrical work. Although, a handyman may legally do small electrical and plumbing jobs in some states, like replacing a toilet. For larger projects, it's best to hire electricians or plumbers in your area.
How to find a local handyman in your area?
Start by searching our list of handyman services near you. After finding and contacting potential candidates:
Get at least three quotes to compare.
Read reviews and check out their previous work on HomeGuide and Google.
Select handyman contractors that are licensed, bonded, and experienced.
Discuss rates and payment methods upfront.
Avoid selecting the lowest quote as quality may suffer.
Ask for at least a 1-year labor warranty.
Get a full breakdown of all labor and material costs involved.
Ask about their warranties and guarantees.
Discuss job timelines, work hours, and expectations for larger projects.
Avoid making payments upfront. Instead, pay when the work is completed.
How do I hire a nearby handyman?
When looking to hire a local handyman, ask the following questions:
What type of work can you do?
What is your hourly rate?
Do you have a trip charge for getting materials?
How much do you mark up materials?
Can you provide a written estimate upfront?
Do you have local references or a portfolio of your work?
Are you licensed, insured, and bonded?
What hours do you work?
How long will the job take?
How do you handle additional work that arises?
Do you provide a guarantee?
How do you handle damages that happen on the job?
Do you work alone, or will you use subcontractors?
What’s your payment schedule?
After asking questions and comparing estimates, hire the best handyman in your area.
Does a handyman need a license?
Many states have a “Handyman Exemption” that only requires a license for jobs over $500 to $10,000 or more, varying by state. In other states, a license is mandatory for all work. Many states also require worker’s compensation and liability insurance to protect against damage or accidents.
Do you tip a handyman?
Handymen don't expect a tip. If the handyman goes above and beyond or spends more time than expected, a tip is appreciated. Most homeowners tip a handyman $10 to $20 or between 10% and 15% of the total job.
Reviews for Marietta handyman services
Recent success stories from people in the Marietta area.
Jeremy R.
work in timely manner, and the work speaks for itself, And also very professional. I would highly recommend PHS .
Pristine home services
Adam M.
Malik was very nice and friendly when I first met him. He came into my house and introduced himself and was very respectful. He was very professional and he removed his shoes to keep my house clean which I appreciated. He is very good at what he does and very knowledgeable of electrical jobs. He fixed new lights for our kitchen island and dining table. He was very efficient and did an amazing job. We had wonderful conversations and he gave us a great price. We were very happy with his services that we asked him to come back to fix our living room chandelier. I highly recommend him and he is safe to be around with.
MBK Creations...
Ryan B.
Henry does a great job with his work and projects. He informs you every step of the way and even goes the extra mile when issues do come up. Will always recommend and use him again for future projects
Mostly floors and home remodeling
Fredrick E.
Home Improvement was easy to navigate and the service was speedy.
Rodney was extremely customer friendly and he went above and beyond to work with my schedule!
A1 service all around.
Reliable Home Improvement
A1 Appliance R.
Great service. They came and helped me when I got a truckload of appliances in for my appliance store. We had a mixed load of 100 appliances. maybe 60 needed repairs Les the repairguy diagnosed and fixed all 60 in 3 days. I will definitely use his services again.
Lester Wright Appliance Repair
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