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Handyman in Austin, TX

Compare 10 local handyman pros. Typical service: $147–$344.

Top Handyman Companies in Austin

  1. 1.Mr. Fixer Handyman

    5.0★ (203 reviews)

    5.0★ from 203 reviews

    +17372350568Website

  2. 2.Monty's Handyman & Remodeling Services

    4.9★ (138 reviews)

    4.9★ from 138 reviews

    +17372854072Website

  3. 3.Handyman Ram

    4.6★ (32 reviews)

    4.6★ from 32 reviews

    Website

  4. 4.Best Austin Handyman and Remodeling

    4.7★ (28 reviews)

    4.7★ from 28 reviews

    +15127617336Website

  5. 5.Austin Emergency Handyman & Carpentry

    5.0★ (22 reviews)

    5.0★ from 22 reviews

    +17373207972Website

  6. 6.Active Austin Handyman

    5.0★ (16 reviews)

    5.0★ from 16 reviews

    +15128505407Website

  7. 7.Uncle Gus Handyman Services of Austin

    4.1★ (14 reviews)

    4.1★ from 14 reviews

    +15127655349Website

  8. 8.Real Handyman Services

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +17376100437Website

  9. 9.Your Handyman Services

    +15122508979

  10. 10.Greater Austin Handyman

    +15122540525Website

Handyman Cost in Austin

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

ServiceTypical range in Austin
Small repair visit$147–$344/job
Hourly rate$59–$123/hour
Drywall patch$147–$442/job
Furniture assembly$79–$246/job

Handyman prices in Austin run about 2% 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 10 companies serving Austin, rated 4.8★ on average across 454 customer reviews.

Austin Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Austin's weather means for scheduling handyman.

Last spring frost
February 19
First fall frost
December 5
Annual precipitation
34.32"
Heating degree days
1,540
Cooling degree days
3,140
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan41.5°61.5°2.22"
Feb44.8°65.2°2.02"
Mar51.3°72.2°2.76"
Apr58.6°79.8°2.09"
May66.7°86.5°4.44"
Jun72.3°92.1°4.33"
Jul74.4°95.6°1.88"
Aug74.6°97°2.35"
Sep69.4°90.5°2.99"
Oct60.6°81.8°3.88"
Nov50.6°71.4°2.96"
Dec42.3°62.7°2.4"

NOAA station data 1.58 miles from Austin.

Permits & Regulations in TX

  • Texas has no state handyman or general contractor license; contractor registration and permits are handled by each city
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work are licensed by the state and need the appropriate license at any job size
  • Several Texas cities require contractors to register before pulling a permit

License required: No state handyman license; municipal registration

Sources: www.tdlr.texas.gov

Handyman FAQs for Austin

How much does a handyman cost in Austin?

A small handyman repair visit in Austin typically runs $147-$344.

How many handymen serve Austin?

We track 10 handyman services serving Austin.

Does a handyman need a license in TX?

In TX, Texas has no state handyman or general contractor license; contractor registration and permits are handled by each city. Larger jobs, or any electrical, plumbing or structural work, need a licensed contractor in Austin.

Are handyman rates in Austin above the national average?

Handyman work in Austin runs about -1.7% versus the national average.

What should I fix before winter in Austin?

With winter lows near 42F in Austin, weatherstripping, door sweeps and caulking around windows are the most common pre-winter handyman jobs.

When should outdoor repairs be done in Austin?

Exterior caulk and paint touch-ups need dry weather above about 40F; in Austin that window closes around the first frost near December 5.

Is summer a good time for handyman work in Austin?

Indoor jobs are fine year-round, but Austin summer highs near 97F make attic, roof-line and exterior work slow and hard on materials like caulk and adhesives.

How is handyman work in Austin usually priced?

Most Austin handymen quote small repairs as a flat visit of $147-$344, or bill hourly for open-ended lists.