Handymen are typically skilled in a wide range of tasks and services related to home repair, maintenance, and improvement. Here is a list of common services that handymen often cover:
Service name | Description |
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Appliance Repair | Minor repairs for appliances such as refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, and dishwashers. |
Basic HVAC Maintenance | Replacing air filters and performing simple HVAC system checks. |
Carpentry | Repairing or installing shelves, cabinets, doors, windows, and trim work. |
Deck and Fence Repair | Fixing loose boards, replacing damaged sections, and staining or sealing wood surfaces. |
Drywall and Plaster Repair | Patching holes, cracks, and water damage in walls or ceilings. |
Electrical | Replacing light fixtures, outlets, switches, and troubleshooting electrical issues (for minor repairs). |
Emergency Repairs | Responding to urgent issues like water leaks, electrical outages, or security breaches. |
Flooring | Repairing or replacing damaged flooring, including hardwood, laminate, tile, and vinyl. |
Furniture Assembly | Putting together flat-pack furniture and mounting shelves or cabinets. |
Gutter Repair and Cleaning | Clearing debris from gutters and repairing minor issues like leaks. |
Home Insulation | Adding or replacing insulation in attics, walls, and crawl spaces. |
Home Maintenance | Performing routine maintenance tasks like gutter cleaning, pressure washing, and roof repairs (minor). |
Home Safety | Installing smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and childproofing measures. |
Minor Landscaping | Trimming bushes, planting flowers, and general yard maintenance. |
Painting | Interior and exterior painting, including touch-ups and repainting walls or ceilings. |
Plumbing | Fixing minor leaks, unclogging drains, replacing faucets, and installing new fixtures. |
Pressure Washing | Cleaning driveways, decks, siding, and other surfaces with a pressure washer. |
Small Plumbing and Electrical Jobs | Installing ceiling fans, light fixtures, and fixing minor plumbing issues like a running toilet. |
Tiling | Installing or repairing ceramic, porcelain, or other types of tiles for floors, walls, and backsplashes. |
Window and Door Repair | Adjusting or replacing hinges, handles, locks, and weatherstripping. |