Find a local handyman
A handyman is the sensible choice when you have a list of small jobs rather than one big one. Bundling them into a single half or full day is almost always cheaper than booking separate call-outs.
What handymen do
Handymen carry out small repairs and installations around the home: shelves, flat-pack, curtain poles, door adjustments, sealant, minor plumbing and general odd jobs.
Typical handyman jobs
- Flat-pack furniture assembly
- Putting up shelves, TVs, mirrors and curtain poles
- Fixing sticking doors, handles and locks
- Replacing sealant around baths and sinks
- Small repairs to fences, gates and sheds
- General property maintenance lists
When you might need one
- You have a list of small jobs to clear
- The job is too small for a specialist trade
- You're preparing a property for tenants
What to include when you post the job
The more of this you give up front, the more accurate the quotes you get back.
- List every job in one post so it can be priced as a batch
- Say whether materials are needed
- Add photos of anything unusual
- Say whether you want half a day or a full day
Questions to ask a handyman
- Do you charge by the hour, half day or job?
- Are you insured for work inside my home?
- Which jobs on my list would you rather a specialist did?
- Do you supply fixings and materials?
How Find A Trade Local works for handyman jobs
- Describe the job and add photos — it takes a couple of minutes and costs nothing.
- Enter your postcode so we only show the job to handymen who cover your area.
- Interested handymen unlock the lead and message you through the platform.
- Compare their profiles, declared credentials and reviews, then choose who to speak to.
- Your phone number and email stay private until you decide to share them.
Handymen FAQs
How much does a handyman cost?
Typically £25–£45 per hour, or £150–£280 for a full day in most of the UK. Booking a full day for several jobs usually gives the best value.
Can a handyman do electrical or gas work?
No. Anything notifiable electrically or any gas work must go to a registered electrician or Gas Safe engineer.
Is a handyman cheaper than a specialist trade?
For small, non-specialist jobs, usually yes. For anything requiring certification or structural knowledge, use the specific trade.
Handymen by area
We cover the whole of the UK. These are some of the areas where we are matching jobs:
Can't see your town? Browse all locations or just post your job — matching is done by postcode, not by page.
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