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Last update on July 16, 2025
Handymen in Ames
The Home Pro is owner operated and we are a company that values good customer service. We are responsive, communicative, and willing to address any concerns or questions you have throughout the project. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!
The Home Pro is owner operated and we are a company that values good customer service. We are responsive, communicative, and willing to address any concerns or questions you have throughout the project. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!
At Gritzmaker Remodeling, although we do it all, we specialize in interior trim work, as well as cabinet installation. From new base boards, flooring, backsplash, interior doors, window replacement, to built in cabinetry we have you covered. We have a great turn around time and exceptional customer service and communication. Choose us for your next household project.
"Very quick !"
Paula M on August 2024
At Gritzmaker Remodeling, although we do it all, we specialize in interior trim work, as well as cabinet installation. From new base boards, flooring, backsplash, interior doors, window replacement, to built in cabinetry we have you covered. We have a great turn around time and exceptional customer service and communication. Choose us for your next household project.
"Very quick !"
Paula M on August 2024
Small outfit completing projects timely and on budget with meticulous craftsmanship and time-tested materials, done right the first time to save you money and us the embarrassment of a call-back.
"Tony from Midwest did an excellent job & the pictures hung look beautiful. He did a good job addressing any concerns we had."
Leland D on March 2025
Small outfit completing projects timely and on budget with meticulous craftsmanship and time-tested materials, done right the first time to save you money and us the embarrassment of a call-back.
"Tony from Midwest did an excellent job & the pictures hung look beautiful. He did a good job addressing any concerns we had."
Leland D on March 2025
Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.
"They arrived on time as scheduled. The dirt delivered was excellent quality and not full of large clumps ! It was easy to spread in the yard. I have had dirt delivered in the past, but never the quality of Titan"
Ralph S on May 2024
Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.
"They arrived on time as scheduled. The dirt delivered was excellent quality and not full of large clumps ! It was easy to spread in the yard. I have had dirt delivered in the past, but never the quality of Titan"
Ralph S on May 2024
Elite Contracting Services, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 2 years of experience serving Huxley and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"He is a good worker!"
John F on November 2019
Elite Contracting Services, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 2 years of experience serving Huxley and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"He is a good worker!"
John F on November 2019
Matt is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"We recently had the pleasure of working with Matt on a home improvement project and we couldn't be happier with the results. His attention to detail is impeccable— from the framing to the wider steps and even the rounded corners, every aspect was handled with care. Matt completed the work promptly and communication throughout the process was perfect. Thanks Matt."
Joshua L on April 2024
Matt is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"We recently had the pleasure of working with Matt on a home improvement project and we couldn't be happier with the results. His attention to detail is impeccable— from the framing to the wider steps and even the rounded corners, every aspect was handled with care. Matt completed the work promptly and communication throughout the process was perfect. Thanks Matt."
Joshua L on April 2024
Leon General Contracting Services, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than two years of experience serving New York, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"I was very pleased by the service I received from Leon general Contracting Services. Excellent communication with all of the projects that needed to be done, Very repectful. Always concerned if projects were done to my liking.. This business is a blessing. I definitely will hire again for future projects. Excellent!"
Anita B on November 2023
Leon General Contracting Services, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than two years of experience serving New York, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"I was very pleased by the service I received from Leon general Contracting Services. Excellent communication with all of the projects that needed to be done, Very repectful. Always concerned if projects were done to my liking.. This business is a blessing. I definitely will hire again for future projects. Excellent!"
Anita B on November 2023
Hall Plumbing & Contracting provides quality service to our customers. We specialize in remodeling and handyman services. We look forward to working with you in the future. One call, we do it all!
"Steve Hall was professional, honest, talented and qualified."
Jan E on May 2017
Hall Plumbing & Contracting provides quality service to our customers. We specialize in remodeling and handyman services. We look forward to working with you in the future. One call, we do it all!
"Steve Hall was professional, honest, talented and qualified."
Jan E on May 2017
Anchor Property Solutions proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"We had a couple leaky faucets and some loose electrical fixtures wanted a handyman to come take a look. Dakota was great to talk to, giving us an idea of what it would take to fix our plumbing issues and quickly fixing our electrical issues. He charged a very reasonable price ($30), considering that he was at our house for an hour or so"
Dipa S on January 2025
Anchor Property Solutions proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"We had a couple leaky faucets and some loose electrical fixtures wanted a handyman to come take a look. Dakota was great to talk to, giving us an idea of what it would take to fix our plumbing issues and quickly fixing our electrical issues. He charged a very reasonable price ($30), considering that he was at our house for an hour or so"
Dipa S on January 2025
We're friendly down to earth local people that have very high standards and quality work at a very reasonable price that you can either beat if one beats our price we will match theirs.
We're friendly down to earth local people that have very high standards and quality work at a very reasonable price that you can either beat if one beats our price we will match theirs.
The average cost to hire a handyman ranges from about $40 to $140 per hour. Average project cost ranges between $180 and $700, but the cost per hour and per project depends heavily on the type, size, and complexity of the project. The pro’s experience level and your location also factor into how much a handyman charges per hour or per project. You can also expect to pay higher rates or additional fees for emergency services, or around periods of high customer demand, like holidays.
Handymen/contractors will charge anywhere from $50 to $175 per hour. The hourly rate is based upon their experience level, overhead costs, and the cost of living in that specific area. Many handymen/contractors will charge by the job.
Tipping a handyman is not a requirement or necessarily expected, as they should build a fair wage into the price of the job. However, some people will tip a handyman around $10 to $20 per hour or the equivalent of a day’s pay, depending on the size of the job. But it’s up to your discretion. There are no set rules for tipping a handyman service, but if they did a great job and you’re so inclined to tip, it’s encouraged and will likely be received with thanks.
A tip is not necessary. If you feel that a handyman did a great job for you, the best thing you can do for them is boost their reputation by leaving reviews on as many sites as possible and spreading by word of mouth how good they are. A tip is temporary but a reputation creates a business!
There are several questions or things to know before hiring a handyman to do any work in your home.
What kind of work do they do?
Do they have proper licensing?
Do they charge for estimates?
Is the estimate for both labor and materials?
Do they provide references?
Do you provide a guarantee?
When can you start and finish the job?
Do you have any before and after photos of your work?
How long have you been doing this kind of work?
Do you clean up and dispose of waste when the job is finished?
Is your company bonded and insured?
What is your warranty on service and materials?
Do you provide phone and/or on-site estimates?
Do you accept credit cards as form of payment?
Does your company offer financing for bigger projects?
Do you offer discounts for senior citizens/military (if applicable)?
Where can I see client reviews and samples of work?
Do you have any certifications or awards?
Yes, you should hire a handyman who’s licensed, certified, and insured, if possible. States have different requirements for handyman licensing, registration, and certifications. If licensing is required in your area, you may pay more for a licensed handyman with experience than one who is not licensed or certified, but you’re likely to get a better end result for your project. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local handymen guidelines.
Being certified and/or licensed typically provides the customer with a level of comfort when hiring a handyman, but is not always a guarantee of quality work. Ask the handyman to explain what his or her process to complete your project is, and if you hire this person, check on the work, ask questions, make suggestions. After all, it's your project, your money, and you deserve quality work.
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