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Handyman cost in London (2026)

Prices reviewed November 2026

The typical price in London is £35 to £60 per hour (handyman hourly rate). A handyman is the cheapest way to get a list of small jobs done, and the main thing that sets the price is how long the list takes.

💷 Typical handyman prices in London

Typical London prices in 2026. A guide only; your quotes will depend on the job.
Handyman hourly rate£35 to £60 per hour
Handyman day rate£200 to £350
Assemble a wardrobe£60 to £150
Mount a TV on the wall£60 to £120

What changes the price

  • The time: most handymen charge by the hour or the day.
  • Minimum charges for short visits, often one or two hours.
  • Materials such as paint, fixings and brackets, and who buys them.
  • The number of jobs: more jobs in one visit lowers the cost per job.
  • Tricky access, such as high ceilings or awkward walls.

How long it takes

Most handyman jobs take a few hours, and a list of small jobs is often done in a day.

How to pay less

  • Write a single list of every small job and have it done in one visit.
  • Buy materials yourself if you know exactly what you need.
  • Send photos in your request so the handyman can quote the right time.

Before you hire

  • Write a list of every job so the quote covers the same work.
  • Ask whether they charge by the hour, by the job or by the day.
  • Ask whether they bring tools and fixings, or whether you buy them.
  • For electrical or gas work, ask them to refer you to a registered tradesperson.

💬 Questions about handyman costs

How much does a handyman cost in London?

Most handymen in London charge £35 to £60 an hour, or £200 to £350 for a day. Many have a minimum charge for short jobs, so it can be cheaper to group several small jobs into one visit.

What can a handyman do?

Everyday jobs: assembling furniture, hanging shelves, mirrors and TVs, painting, fixing doors, sealing baths and general small repairs. Tell them what is on your list when you request quotes.

What should I not ask a handyman to do?

Gas work must be done by a Gas Safe registered engineer, and new or changed electrical circuits need a qualified electrician. If your job involves either, request quotes from a plumber or an electrician instead.

Why do handymen have a minimum charge?

Travel and set-up take the same time whether the job is big or small, so many handymen set a minimum of an hour or two. A longer list makes that minimum a smaller share of the bill.

Get handyman quotes

Use these figures to plan your budget, then compare written quotes for the same work. Your price depends on the job, the size of your home and how soon you need it. Tell us what you need to request up to 3 local quotes; responses depend on availability.

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