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Q: 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.

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Your Handyman questions, answered

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 Joliet handyman services

Recent success stories from people in the Joliet area.

Ed H.

I called Sealant Specialists about caulking several windows that were leaking. Dwayne returned my call quickly and came over to give me an estimate within a couple of days. He took care of the worst window right away and came back in about a week to do the rest. Dwayne also suggested wet glazing the windows to keep out moisture between the glass and window sash…a great idea! When the job was completed, I was amazed at how good the windows looked. I have never seen such perfectly applied caulk! Our neighbor saw his work and was very impressed and Dwayne did some caulking for him as well. Dwayne is professional and is very much a perfectionist. Highly recommended!!!

Sealant Specialists LLC

Xavier H.

I had a very positive experience with Quality HVAC solutions. Since my initial call, I felt that the person that answered my call was knowledgeable and knew what they were talking about. They went to my house and found the problem right away(my a/c was built in the 70s and had seen it's better days already, apparently a/c's are not even made in that shape anymore) the service person gave me a couple of options and I went with the one I felt comfortable with, they made some suggestions but they weren't pushy or anything during any part of the process. A couple of days later they were able to send what they called an "install team" that arrived and began work right away. The team was very courteous and professional and you could tell they've been doing this for a while. They initially arrived with a smaller a/c than we had agreed on but it was sorted out right away with a phone call. They finished installing and even took the old a/c and all the old pieces too. We're very happy with the work Quality HVAC did for us.