Cost guide
How much does a handyman cost in London?
A handyman in London typically costs £45–£140 for a single short job, or £180–£320 for a half-day of mixed work. The bigger the list, the better the value — a half-day with one pro is almost always cheaper than three separate call-outs. Below is what's normal across London in 2026 and what changes the price.
Typical price bands.
What jobs cost in London in 2026, by complexity.
Quick fix
£45–£95
Small odd job — shelf level, picture hung, door catch, curtain pole, toilet seat swap.
Standard short job
£55–£140
TV mount, flatpack assembly (medium item), shelves and curtain rails, door & lock adjustment.
Half-day list
£180–£320
Multiple small jobs in one visit — usually the best value because you pay for the time, not the call-out.
Full-day list
£320–£500
Move-in fix list, end-of-tenancy fixes, comprehensive snag list before a sale.
Common job prices.
Typical fully-fixed prices for the most common handyman jobs in London.
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| General contracting setup | From £250 |
| Flatpack assembly | £55–£110 |
| TV mounting | £65–£95 |
| Shelves & curtain rails | £55–£95 |
| Door & lock work | £70–£140 |
| Painting per room | £180–£320 |
What changes the price.
Five things that move a handyman quote up or down in London.
Job size vs job count
Three quick jobs in one visit costs less than three separate call-outs. Bundle your list when you can — your handyman would rather do four things than drive home and come back tomorrow.
Parts you supply
If you've already bought the shelves, the TV bracket, the curtain pole — your pro just fits them. If they're picking them up too, you'll see a parts line on the quote.
Access
Top-floor walk-ups, lifts that don't fit a 6-ft shelf, residents' parking — these add time. A fair handyman prices this honestly upfront, not as an extra at the end.
Wall type
Plasterboard is quick; solid brick or lath-and-plaster takes longer and needs the right fixings. Tell your pro the wall type when you book if you can.
Anchor & weight
Mounting a small painting is one fixing. Mounting a 65" TV or a heavy bookcase needs proper anchors and a pro who'll check the wall first — worth paying a little more for.
How to avoid overpaying.
Red flags worth watching for when you hire any handyman in London.
- Hourly rates without a minimum charge — sometimes the call-out is more than the job.
- Handymen who quote a single price without seeing photos for anything bigger than a quick fix.
- No insurance cover. Handymen working in your home should carry public liability insurance.
- Vague 'parts extra' — always ask for the parts estimate before the pro buys anything.
- Tradespeople doing work outside their trade. A handyman shouldn't be diagnosing your boiler or rewiring a circuit.
Common questions.
The things most Londoners ask before they hire a handyman.
- What's the cheapest way to use a London handyman?
- Bundle your jobs into one visit. A half-day of mixed work (£180–£320) is almost always cheaper than three separate £85 call-outs. Walk your house with a notes app first; book what you find.
- Do I need to supply the parts?
- Usually yes for things like shelves, TV brackets, and IKEA flatpack — you've already bought them. For consumables (screws, fixings, paint), your handyman normally provides at small cost.
- Can a handyman do plumbing or electrical work?
- They can do simple things — replace a washer, swap a basin tap, install a plug. Anything notifiable (consumer-unit work, new circuits, work in a bathroom) needs a Part-P electrician or a qualified plumber. wefixico routes you to the right trade automatically.
- Are your handymen insured?
- Yes — every wefixico pro must carry public liability insurance and pass our checks before taking work through the platform.
- Can I get a handyman same day?
- Often yes for shorter jobs. Bigger lists usually slot to next-day or end-of-week. Tell us what's on your list and the postcode and we'll quote a slot with the quote.
- What if the job runs longer than quoted?
- If you booked a fixed price, the price holds — your pro absorbs the extra time. If you booked an hourly half-day, they tell you when there's 30 minutes left so you can decide whether to add more time or stop.
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FAQs
Questions about handyman costs.
What is wefixico?
wefixico is a London property-care service that gives fixed quotes and matches jobs with verified pros.
Who is this for?
London customers comparing realistic handyman prices before booking work.
What problem does this page solve?
It explains typical London handyman prices, what changes the quote, and how to avoid overpaying.
Where is this available?
The guide is for London pricing and wefixico coverage is subject to postcode and pro availability.
How does it work?
Use the guide to understand price ranges, then request a fixed quote for your exact job.
What does it cost from?
Quick fix jobs typically start around £45–£95.
What proof or guarantee supports it?
wefixico quotes are fixed before work starts and jobs are backed by the wefixico Guarantee.
What should the user do next?
Compare the price bands, check common job prices, then request a fixed quote if the job fits.
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