Cost guide · Updated 2026
How much does a handyman cost?
Self-employed handymen charge $50 to $80 an hour, and handyman companies charge $75 to $125. Most have a minimum of $75 to $200 per visit. Small jobs like mounting a TV run $100 to $300.
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National averages
Handyman · 2026
Minimum charge
$75–$200
TV mounting
$100–$300
Furniture assembly
$85–$200
Ceiling fan installation
$75–$150
Typical, per hour
$50–$80
Typical price
Typical price
$50–$80
per hour · source: HomeGuide
- Minimum charge$75–$200
- TV mounting$100–$300
- Furniture assembly$85–$200
- Ceiling fan installation$75–$150
- Light fixture replacement$65–$175
- Drywall repair$200–$800
- Door installation$225–$825
National averages. Labor costs differ a lot from one area to the next, so use these to sanity-check a quote, then compare two or three local pros for the same job.
Handyman cost calculator| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Independent handymanHomeGuide | $50–$80 per hour |
| Handyman companyHomeGuide | $75–$125 per hour |
| Minimum chargeHomeGuide | $75–$200 |
| TV mountingHomeGuide | $100–$300 |
| Furniture assemblyHomeGuide | $85–$200 |
| Ceiling fan installationHomeGuide | $75–$150 |
| Light fixture replacementHomeGuide | $65–$175 |
| Drywall repairHomeGuide | $200–$800 |
| Door installationHomeGuide | $225–$825 |
What changes the price
- Hourly rate or minimum visit charge
- Number of jobs on your list
- Materials and parts
- Specialty tools or a second person for heavy items
- Where you live. Local labor costs, demand and travel time move prices up or down from the national average.
How to pay less
- Make a list and book one visit. Most handymen have a minimum charge, so several small jobs together cost less than separate trips.
- Buy the parts yourself if you know exactly what you want, and ask whether that lowers the price.
- Send photos when you ask for a quote so the pro can bring the right tools the first time.
- Ask for a flat price per job instead of open-ended hourly billing.
- Compare at least two or three quotes for the same scope. Pros on Job Hound never pay for leads, so no lead fee is built into their price.
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FAQ
Handyman cost questions
How much does a handyman cost?
Self-employed handymen charge $50 to $80 an hour, and handyman companies charge $75 to $125. Most have a minimum of $75 to $200 per visit. Small jobs like mounting a TV run $100 to $300.
Do handymen charge by the hour or by the job?
Both. Many charge $50 to $80 an hour, while others quote a flat price for common jobs like TV mounting or fixture swaps. Ask for a flat price when the job is well defined.
What is a handyman's minimum charge?
Most handymen charge a minimum of $75 to $200, either as a higher first-hour rate or a minimum number of hours.
What can a handyman legally do?
Rules vary by state. Small repairs and installs are usually fine, but most states require a licensed electrician or plumber for new wiring or plumbing work.
Sources
Published national estimates, last checked 2026-11-11. Your quote depends on your job and your area.
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