"Ace Handyman Services sent Cameron to help me with furniture assembly. I am very pleased with this company, and I will definitely call on them in the future!"
"Just went above and beyond to squeeze my project in when he had others to do. He was fast, efficient, honest, & trustworthy. We will definitely use him again for any further handyman needs! A+++++"
"When a previous handyman service was unable to do both jobs that I had because they weren't allowed to work on roof tops, I went with Half Priced Handyman Services. There guy was able to come out and complete both jobs within a few hours. He was very knowledgeable and did an excellent job, I will definitely hire this company for any future problems that may arise. Kenneth Smith"
"Kenneth did an excellent job on assembling the patio furniture. He was curtiius and professional. He also assembled a linen closet for me as well. I would not hesitate to hire him again."
"Just finished a bedroom repair/remodel job with JT Home Services and was very pleased with the work. They repaired a water-damaged ceiling, hung some sheetrock, painted, removed carpet, and installed flooring. All of the work was done well and on schedule, and at a good price. Both J &T were friendly guys, easy to work with, and I felt comfortable having them working at my house regardless of whether I was present or not. I'd use them again."
"Victor quoted me a great price for my project. He showed up on time and removed and replaced my storm door and two porch lights and removed the rotted front step and built a new one. I am very happy with his workmanship and would definitely recommend him. And will keep his contact info for future projects at my place."
A contractor specializes in a specific field. They often operate in teams where they have subcontractors to handle specialized problems. So if you have significant plumbing, drywall, or roofing issues, you’ll want to hire a contractor, as the job may require a team.
A handyperson is typically one person who works on whatever jobs come their way. You wouldn’t call a contractor to fix the hinges on cabinets or paint your room. Instead, a handyperson can handle all these issues, saving you from making multiple phone calls.
A handyperson is the professional term used to describe professional fixers who can tackle a wide range of general home repairs. Some pros may prefer to use the term handyworker, handyman, or handywoman, so we recommend politely asking your pro how they would like you to identify them during the project.
Tipping contractors, builders, or general contractors is not customary or expected. Unlike many service professions where tipping is built into the payment structure, construction professionals typically charge a full rate for their services. However, you may choose to tip a worker for exceptional service, such as if they go above and beyond, stay late to meet a deadline, or work on a holiday weekend. Before offering a tip, it's a good idea to ask about the company's policy, as some prohibit their employees from accepting gratuities. If you want to show your appreciation for a job well done without giving a cash tip, consider writing a positive online review or offering to serve as a reference for potential new customers.
There are a few advantages to hiring a handyperson as a contractor, namely that they will likely charge less for their services since they don’t have as much overhead. A handyperson might also have more flexibility and be more involved in your specific home project, so you can communicate with one person instead of a subcontractor team.
Hiring the right handyperson can save you time and even money. Here are the best tips for hiring any home project, plus interview questions for a handyperson.
What does a handyperson do? Learn about common tasks and why you should hire a handyperson for your interior and exterior updates, repairs, and maintenance.