Find a verified Handyman in Ireland
Small jobs around the house — shelves, flat-pack, picture hanging, minor repairs — by trusted handymen.
What does a handyman do?
A handyman handles the small but important jobs that don't fit a single specialist trade — putting up shelves, hanging pictures and mirrors, assembling flat-pack furniture, fixing squeaky doors, replacing sealant around baths, fitting curtain rails, mounting TVs, and the dozens of other 30-minute-to-2-hour tasks that accumulate around a home. Many homeowners build a relationship with one trusted handyman they call for everything that doesn't need a registered specialist.
Ireland handymen vary in scope. Some focus on assembly and small fixes only. Others handle minor carpentry, basic plumbing (washer changes, isolating taps), basic electrical (no fixed-wiring work — switches and lights need a Safe Electric installer), and small DIY projects. Quality matters: a good handyman gets fifteen things done in a day; a poor one gets three. Hourly rates of €40–€60 are common, with most charging a 1–2 hour minimum.
Common handyman services
From routine fixes to bigger projects — here's what Irish handymans on Jobiit typically handle.
- Furniture assembly (flat-pack)
- TV wall mounting
- Picture and mirror hanging
- Shelf and rail fitting
- Curtain rail and blind install
- Door adjustment and silencing
- Sealant renewal (bath, sink, shower)
- Drawer and cabinet repair
- Drain unblocking (sinks, traps)
- General DIY hours
How much does a handyman cost in Ireland?
Indicative pricing — your actual quote will vary
Handyman pricing varies by hourly rate and minimum charge. The figures below are indicative Irish ranges.
Most handymen charge €40–€60 per hour with a 1-hour or 2-hour minimum. A standard TV wall-mount install (drilling, cable management, bracket fit) typically runs €80–€140. Flat-pack assembly of a wardrobe is €60–€120 depending on size. Hanging 6–8 pictures is €60–€90. Re-sealing a bathroom (bath, sink, shower) is €80–€140. A typical 'half day' (4 hours) of accumulated small jobs costs €160–€240 depending on materials needed. For larger jobs (full day), most will negotiate a flat day rate of €280–€380.
These are indicative ranges based on typical Irish jobs. Final pricing depends on scope, materials, urgency, and the trader you choose. On Jobiit you'll receive itemised quotes (labour, materials, VAT) so there are no surprises.
Why hire your handyman through Jobiit
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Handymans across Ireland
Jobiit covers the whole of Ireland. Wherever you are, local handymans are quoting on jobs near you.
- Dublin
- Cork
- Galway
- Limerick
- Waterford
- Drogheda
- Swords
- Dundalk
- Bray
- Navan
- Kilkenny
- Sligo
Handyman FAQs
What can a handyman do vs a registered tradesperson?
Handymen handle non-certifiable work: hanging shelves, painting touch-ups, sealant renewal, furniture assembly, basic plumbing fixes (washers, tap replacement on existing supply, unblocking traps). They cannot legally do gas work (RGI required), notifiable electrical work (Safe Electric required), or structural work (engineer's involvement). For most homes, a handyman covers 80% of small jobs; specialists are called for the regulated or complex 20%.
Should I batch up small jobs?
Yes — almost always more cost-effective. A handyman charging €50/hour with a 2-hour minimum costs €100 whether you have one job or six small ones. Most homeowners find batching 3–6 small tasks into a single 3-hour visit gives the best value. Make a list, walk through with the handyman at start of visit, agree priorities. Most can knock through 8–12 small tasks in a half-day.
Are handymen insured?
The reputable ones are. Public liability insurance is standard for tradespeople taking on home jobs and protects you against accidental damage. Cheap uninsured handymen exist but the saving (€5–€10 per visit) isn't worth the risk in your home. Always ask for proof of cover before first visit, especially for jobs that involve drilling into walls, working at height, or near plumbing.
How do I tell good from bad?
Good handymen: arrive with their own tools (impact drill, multi-tool, levels, stud finder), don't make small jobs into big ones, charge transparently, finish what they start in one visit. Bad handymen: ask to borrow tools, recommend much bigger work than needed, leave jobs unfinished requiring a return visit, charge by the hour for slow work. Check reviews and ideally ask for one reference from a recent customer before booking longer visits.
What's the typical minimum charge?
Most Irish handymen have a 1-hour or 2-hour minimum to make travel time worthwhile. A 2-hour minimum at €50/hour means even a 15-minute job costs €100. So small one-task call-outs (a single shelf to hang) are best either batched with other items, scheduled when the handyman is in your area for another job, or done DIY. For one-off jobs, ask if they're booking visits in your area on a particular day.
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