Doors, windows, trim, fixtures, fences, decks. The long tail of repairs that big contractors won't touch. $95 minimum visit. Same-day for urgent jobs.
Most homeowners discover the value of a good handyman during a small project that goes sideways — a "quick door fix" that turns into reframing, a "simple shelf install" that pulls anchors out of drywall. We handle the long tail of home repairs that big contractors won't touch and DIY usually shouldn't.
Our minimum visit is $85 and covers up to about 4–5 small tasks if we can knock them out in a single trip. Bundling repairs is the smartest way to use a handyman.
Typical handyman rates across DFW are $85–$150/hour with a $95–$150 minimum visit. We charge a flat rate on jobs over $200 — no surprise hourly creep — and bundle small tasks aggressively to maximize what we knock out per visit.
Door hanging — interior pre-hung doors, exterior pre-hung doors, slab door re-hangs in existing jambs. Includes plumb/level/square the jamb, set hinges, install latch, adjust strike plate, install new trim or reuse existing.
Door repair — sticking doors (most common: settled foundation), latches that won't catch, strike plate adjustment, hinge replacement, threshold replacement on exterior doors.
Door hardware — knobs, levers, deadbolts, smart locks (Schlage Encode, Yale Assure, August). Re-keying multiple locks to one key.
Patio doors — sliding glass door track repair, roller replacement, glass replacement (with vendor partner), screen door replacement.
Garage entry doors — fire-rated door replacement (required by code from garage to interior), weatherstripping, threshold seal.
Window replacement is a specialty job we partner out. Window repair we handle directly — and 70% of "we need new windows" calls turn out to be repairable for a fraction of replacement cost.
Glass repair — single pane replacement, fogged double-pane glass replacement (we replace the IGU, not the whole window), screen replacement, security film application.
Hardware repair — sash balances, locks, cranks on casement windows, sliders that won't slide, hinges on awning windows.
Caulking & weatherstripping — failed exterior caulk is the #1 cause of "drafty windows." A $200 caulking visit can fix what felt like $20,000 of "needs new windows."
Trim & rot repair — replacing rotted exterior wood trim, sill caps, brick mold around windows. Critical to do before painting.
Quality trim work separates a builder-grade house from a custom one. Most DFW tract homes have minimal, undersized trim — adding proper trim is one of the highest-impact upgrades for the money.
Crown molding — single-piece or built-up multi-piece crown. We use coped joints (not 45° miters) at inside corners for tight fits that don't open up over time.
Baseboards & chair rail — upgrade builder-grade 3" base to 5–7" base for a substantially upgraded look. Per-room or whole-house.
Wainscoting & board-and-batten — accent wall treatments, dining room wainscoting, board-and-batten in entryways and powder rooms. Big visual impact.
Built-in bookcases & window seats — site-built or modified IKEA Billy / PAX systems made to look custom. We've done dozens for DFW homes.
Stair trim & risers — replacing white-painted MDF risers with stained wood, refinishing existing stair systems.
Mantel installation — fireplace mantels, both rough-hewn beam style and traditional crown-molded styles.
DFW's clay soil and intense sun put outdoor wood through hell. Most fence and deck failures we see are 70% sun damage, 30% post heave. We address both at the source.
Fence repair — replace broken pickets, cap rails, stringers, and full sections. Sister-post repair for leaning fences (cheaper than full post replacement). Gate adjustment and rebuild.
Fence stain & seal — power wash, stain with Cabot Australian Timber Oil or TWP semi-transparent stains. DFW fences need re-staining every 2–3 years.
Deck repair — replace rotted deck boards, joists, beams. Resurface existing frame with composite (Trex, TimberTech) or new pressure-treated boards.
Deck staining/sealing — strip old finish, sand, apply penetrating oil-based stain. Composite decks need only cleaning, not staining.
Pergolas & arbors — site-built cedar pergolas, attached or freestanding. Straightforward shade structures up to engineered structures we partner-design.
Texas requires specific licensing for plumbing (TSBPE) and electrical (TDLR) work. Here's what falls within our handyman scope vs. what we partner with licensed pros for:
| Task | We do directly | Requires licensed pro |
|---|---|---|
| Faucet replacement | Yes | — |
| Toilet replacement | Yes | — |
| Garbage disposal | Yes | — |
| Outlet/switch replacement | Yes | — |
| Light fixture install | Yes | — |
| Ceiling fan install | Yes | — |
| New water lines / re-pipe | — | Licensed plumber |
| Sewer line work | — | Licensed plumber |
| Gas line work | — | Licensed plumber |
| Water heater install | Sometimes | Often requires licensed plumber per code |
| New circuits / panel work | — | Licensed electrician |
| Service upgrades | — | Licensed electrician |
For licensed-pro work we coordinate the right pro, schedule them, and handle the trade integration. You get the convenience of one point of contact without code-compliance risks.
Caulking is the most-skipped, highest-ROI maintenance item in any home. A $300 caulking visit can save thousands in water damage, lower HVAC bills 15–20%, and add years to paint and trim life. We focus on:
Exterior — around window and door trim (especially top corners), where siding meets foundation, around vent penetrations, where chimney meets siding, around exterior light fixtures, around hose bibs.
Interior — bathroom (tub-to-tile, tile-to-floor, around vanity), kitchen (sink-to-counter, backsplash-to-counter, range-to-counter), where baseboard meets drywall on walls without hardwood floors.
Material choice matters — silicone for wet areas (mold-resistant grade for showers), polyurethane for exterior gaps that move (DAP DynaGrip, Sashco BIG STRETCH), latex caulk for interior trim joints that get painted. We never use cheap acrylic on exteriors — fails in DFW UV in 18 months.
We recommend a $200–$400 annual exterior caulk inspection for every DFW home. Catching small failures before they let water in saves $5,000–$50,000 in long-term damage. Most clients schedule it for early spring before pollen season.
| Repair | DFW Cost | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Hang TV (over 50") | $185–$325 | 1–2 hr |
| Install ceiling fan | $185–$325 | 1–2 hr |
| Replace garbage disposal | $285–$425 | 1.5 hr |
| Replace toilet | $425–$650 | 1.5–2 hr |
| Replace bathroom faucet | $185–$325 | 1–1.5 hr |
| Replace kitchen faucet | $225–$385 | 1.5 hr |
| Hang interior door (slab in existing jamb) | $285–$485 | 2–3 hr |
| Install pre-hung interior door | $425–$750 | 3–4 hr |
| Install pre-hung exterior door | $850–$1,650 | 5–7 hr |
| Install crown molding (per room) | $485–$1,200 | 1 day |
| Install baseboard (per room) | $385–$850 | 1 day |
| Install custom shelving | $285–$1,200 | Half to full day |
| Repair gate | $185–$485 | 1–3 hr |
| Replace rotted deck board (per board) | $45–$95 | 30 min |
| Stain fence (per linear foot) | $3–$6.50 | Multi-day projects |
| Caulk windows / trim (whole house) | $385–$1,200 | 1–2 days |
| Hang artwork / mirrors (per item) | $45–$125 | 30 min |
| Minimum visit (small repairs) | $95 | Up to 1 hr |
The smart play: bundle 4–5 small things into one visit. We can usually fit a TV mount, a ceiling fan, a toilet swap, a faucet, and a door fix into a single visit for $850–$1,250 total — vs. $250+ in minimum visits if booked separately.
$95 minimum visit. That covers up to about an hour of work and we can usually knock out 4–5 small repairs in that hour if you bundle them. Bigger jobs are quoted flat. We don't nickel-and-dime — what we quote is what you pay.
Same-day or next-day for most non-emergency requests across North DFW. Urgent calls (active leaks, security issues like broken locks or doors that won't lock) we prioritize and often get to within 2–4 hours of the call. We respond to inbound texts/calls within 2 hours, 7 days a week.
Both — and small jobs are our bread and butter. Hanging a TV, fixing a leaky faucet, installing a ceiling fan, patching drywall — that's most of what we do. The big remodels are the highlight reel; the daily work is the small stuff that keeps homes running. Bundle several together to get the best value per visit.
For routine handyman-scope work — outlet replacement, light fixture install, faucet swap, garbage disposal, toilet replacement — yes, this falls within Texas handyman scope. For new circuits, panel work, gas lines, water heater installs (in most jurisdictions), and re-piping, Texas requires a licensed plumber (TSBPE) or electrician (TDLR). We coordinate licensed pros for that work and integrate it into the project.
Almost always, yes. Sticking doors are usually caused by foundation movement (top corner sticking), hinge wear (door drops), or weather expansion (sticks in summer, fits in winter). Fixes range from $95 (minor adjustment) to $325 (planing the door, re-mortising hinges). Replacement is rarely needed unless the door is structurally damaged.
Yes — and we strongly recommend it annually for DFW homes. We inspect every window, door, vent penetration, hose bib, and major joint, then re-caulk with appropriate product (polyurethane or silicone for exterior, latex for interior trim). Whole-house exterior caulk inspection and re-caulk: $385–$1,200 depending on home size. Saves thousands in water damage and HVAC costs long-term.
Yes — please do. The most efficient way to use a handyman is to make a list of everything that's been bugging you and book one half-day or full-day visit. Things like: re-anchor a wobbly toilet, fix a closet door, install a smart thermostat, hang two pictures, replace 3 cabinet pulls, fix a slow-draining sink. A typical 4-hour bundle visit runs $385–$650 vs. $400+ in minimum visits if booked separately.
Yes — we work with several DFW landlords, property managers, and HOA boards on monthly or quarterly inspection-and-repair routines. Pricing is structured around predictable monthly retainers with per-task scope. Email or call to discuss your portfolio.
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