What does a handyman do?
There is no one answer. There are literally hundreds, perhaps
more. Handyman jobs are usually small jobs that are start to finish or can be in preparation of a bigger job. When you
find yourself at wits end to complete something without either the time skill or resources you will likely need the services
of a handyman. A handyman differs from a contractor or someone in a specialized trade in that he has a diverse pallet of knowledge
and skills. A handyman is, well, just handy! Most home projects require the skills of a variety of different tradesman, but
a handyman is capable of handling all of their duties at once! For a project such as a major renovation or the building
of a new home, many different tradesman would be used such as Electricians, Roofers, Masons, etc.
But for small jobs, it is unlikely that a specialized tradesman
would take on the job for just a few hours. Their optimal work is much longer jobs involving weeks, months and occasionally
even longer. They have crews and large overheads that make small jobs unprofitable. Even if it was possible, to coordinate
the scheduling of a plumber, carpenter, and electrician it would be maddening and the price would likely be more costly.
Most experienced handymen are able to provide at least some of the following services. Services offered
vary with each handyman.
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General Handyman Services Carpentry Electrical Electrical
Outlets, Switches & Wiring Light and Ceiling Fan Install, Repairs, Replacements and Fan Remote Control Programming
Hang Mirrors or Pictures Gutters Handyman for Multiple Small Projects Painting, Staining & Drywall Plumbing
& Sprinklers Ducts & Vents Insulation Water Heaters Fences Decks, Porches, Gazebos & Play Equipment Landscaping
- Maintenance of Lawn & Trees Landscaping - Sprinkler Systems Moving & Storage Wiring, Cabling, and Telephones Sticking
Drawers and Cabinet Door Adjustments Loose Balusters or Railings On Your Staircase Interior Trim Replacements Additions
and Repairs Squeaky Floors Silenced Shelving for Garages, Pantries, Closets Outdoor Grill Hook Ups
Electrical Dimmer
switches Install / replace ceiling fans Replace switch/outlet Replace circuit breaker Label electrical panels
Install / replace lights
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Plumbing Drain
Clearing Faucets, Fixtures & Pipes Sprinkler Systems Water Heaters Garbage Disposals: Repairs and Replacements
Install or Replace: Bath and Kitchen Hardware Fix Leaky Faucets - Repair leaks Add or replace fixtures Repair
replace water supplies Toilet replace - repair
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Windows & Doors Awnings & Patio
Covers Doors: Garage, Sliding, Glass, etc. Glass & Mirrors Hardware, Locks & Screens Windows - Cleaning Windows
- Installation & Repair Custom Door Installations Interior & Exterior Door: Repairs and Adjustments Interior
and Exterior Door: Hardware Installations Doorbell: Repairs and Replacements
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Walls &
Ceilings Carpentry - Trim Work & Framing Ceilings Ceilings - Fans Cleaning Drywall
& Insulation Drywall Repairs and Nail Pops Texturing & Painting Tile Wallcoverings Walls - Exterior Walls
- Interior
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Inspection Noises Waterproofing Weatherproofing
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Flooring Tile Hardwood Laminate and
Vinyl
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Appliances Install
or Replace Refinish Repair or Service Fans Lighting Design
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Concrete, Brick & Stone Brick Tile
& Countertops Walls Waterproofing
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Carpentry & Cabinets Cabinetry Countertops Decks,
Fences & Ramps Doors Finish Carpentry, Trim & Special Moldings Crown Molding
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Framing Sheds & Gazebos Siding, Gutters
& Exterior Trim Stairs & Railings Windows
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Exterior Fence, gate install repair Install
patios repair decks Gutter replace repair Siding, fascia, soffit repair Window installation or repair Caulking Brick
work Stone & decorative walkways Cement repair replace Landscaping Painting
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Cleaning Services Exterior
Home Interior Home Property Cleanup Removal of Junk, Debris, or Building Materials Windows Fireplace, Stove
& Barbeque Driveways, Patios, Walks and Steps
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Other Handyman Services Telephone &
Computers Cables, Networks & Telephones Electronics, Maintenance, Setup, Repair, Install |
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