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Handyman in Jacksonville, FL

Compare 9 local handyman pros. Typical service: $143–$334.

Top Handyman Companies in Jacksonville

  1. 1.Jose Artigas, Handyman Services INC

    4.9★ (189 reviews)

    4.9★ from 189 reviews

    +19048604835

  2. 2.HOME RENOVATIONS JAX LLC

    5.0★ (133 reviews)

    5.0★ from 133 reviews

    +19045661941Website

  3. 3.The Great Handyman

    4.8★ (113 reviews)

    4.8★ from 113 reviews

    +19045802338Website

  4. 4.Ed Can Fix It LLC

    5.0★ (15 reviews)

    5.0★ from 15 reviews

    +15036888171

  5. 5.The Land Man Lawnscapes and Handyman Services LLC

    5.0★ (13 reviews)

    5.0★ from 13 reviews

    +19045564019Website

  6. 6.Handyman Precision Specialist LLC

    5.0★ (10 reviews)

    5.0★ from 10 reviews

    +19045391367Website

  7. 7.Wall2Wall -Handyman- Remodel & Repair, LLC.

    5.0★ (9 reviews)

    5.0★ from 9 reviews

    +19047383393

  8. 8.Aim handyman services LLC

    3.7★ (6 reviews)

    3.7★ from 6 reviews

    +19049090999Website

  9. 9.Miller's Handyman Services

    +19047853681Website

Handyman Cost in Jacksonville

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Jacksonville
Small repair visit$143–$334/job
Hourly rate$57–$119/hour
Drywall patch$143–$430/job
Furniture assembly$76–$239/job

Handyman prices in Jacksonville run about 5% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 9 companies serving Jacksonville, rated 4.8★ on average across 488 customer reviews.

Jacksonville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Jacksonville's weather means for scheduling handyman.

Last spring frost
February 5
First fall frost
December 20
Annual precipitation
49.19"
Heating degree days
1,097
Cooling degree days
3,009
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan45.1°64.7°2.98"
Feb48.3°67.9°2.7"
Mar53.5°73.2°3.93"
Apr58.5°79°2.62"
May66.7°85.4°2.56"
Jun72.6°89.6°6.07"
Jul74.5°91.4°6.27"
Aug74.7°90.5°6.32"
Sep72.4°87.2°7.64"
Oct64.7°80.8°3.36"
Nov55.5°73.6°2.35"
Dec47.9°66.5°2.39"

NOAA station data 7.16 miles from Jacksonville.

Permits & Regulations in FL

  • Florida exempts casual, minor or inconsequential work under $2,500 in total labor and materials from contractor licensing, but only where no permit is required
  • The exemption does not apply to anyone who advertises as a contractor or splits a larger job to stay under the limit
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Florida handyman exemption (under $2,500, no permit required)

Sources: www2.myfloridalicense.com, www.flsenate.gov

Handyman FAQs for Jacksonville

How much does a handyman cost in Jacksonville?

A small handyman repair visit in Jacksonville typically runs $143-$334.

How many handymen serve Jacksonville?

We track 9 handyman services serving Jacksonville.

Does a handyman need a license in FL?

In FL, Florida exempts casual, minor or inconsequential work under $2,500 in total labor and materials from contractor licensing, but only where no permit is required. Larger jobs, or any electrical, plumbing or structural work, need a licensed contractor in Jacksonville.

Are handyman rates in Jacksonville above the national average?

Handyman work in Jacksonville runs about -4.5% versus the national average.

What should I fix before winter in Jacksonville?

With winter lows near 45F in Jacksonville, weatherstripping, door sweeps and caulking around windows are the most common pre-winter handyman jobs.

When should outdoor repairs be done in Jacksonville?

Exterior caulk and paint touch-ups need dry weather above about 40F; in Jacksonville that window closes around the first frost near December 20.

Is summer a good time for handyman work in Jacksonville?

Indoor jobs are fine year-round, but Jacksonville summer highs near 91F make attic, roof-line and exterior work slow and hard on materials like caulk and adhesives.

How is handyman work in Jacksonville usually priced?

Most Jacksonville handymen quote small repairs as a flat visit of $143-$334, or bill hourly for open-ended lists.