Handyman in Sheffield (13)

From Heeley to Hillsborough, if your DIY list keeps growing but your free time doesn’t, it might be time to call in a handyperson. Whether it’s putting up shelves in your semi-detached, fixing a dripping tap in your city centre flat, or assembling furniture in your student house, Sheffield handypeople are there to help.

Checkatrade can help take the stress out of hiring by helping you connect with handypeople working in your area of Sheffield who’ve been checked, reviewed, and rated by real customers near you. So whether you need help with odd jobs in Sheffield or a more specialist task, we can help you find someone who offers the services you need.

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What to expect from hiring a handyperson in Sheffield

A handyperson is a great go-to for everyday home fixes in Sheffield. Typical jobs around Sheffield include:

• Building flat-pack furniture
• Hanging pictures, mirrors, curtain rails and blinds
• Fixing leaky taps or loose fittings
• Painting skirting boards or touching up walls
• Replacing door handles or locks
• Wall-mounting shelves or TVs

Handyman Sheffield prices

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Need help budgeting? Our handyperson price guide has detailed costs to help you plan.

What’s usually included in a quote:

• Time and labour
• Use of tools
• Travel within the local area
• Some may include materials - but always confirm

Potential extra charges:

• Materials (paint, screws, brackets etc.)
• Parking or congestion fees
• Weekend or emergency callouts

How long do jobs take?

Most odd jobs can be sorted in 1–2 hours. Longer jobs (like painting or multi-room fixes) may take half a day or more. Ask your tradesperson for a clear time estimate.

Do handypeople need qualifications?

Not always - but for anything electrical or plumbing-related, it’s best to ask:

• Are you qualified to carry out this work?
• Do you have public liability insurance?
• Have you done similar jobs before?

Handypeople in Sheffield: Renters vs Homeowners

Homeowners

You’re in full control when hiring a handyperson - you choose who, when and how much. Just make sure the job’s within their skillset (and doesn’t need a gas or structural specialist). Always ask for a full quote before the work starts.

Renters

If you’re renting in Sheffield, some repairs fall to your landlord. General rule of thumb:

• Anything structural, electrical, or plumbing is your landlord’s job
• Cosmetic jobs (like hanging curtains or assembling furniture) area usually okay to arrange yourself

Always get permission in writing before booking work, especially if it might leave a mark or needs wall drilling.

Emergency handyperson in Sheffield

When something goes wrong, you don’t want to wait a week to get it sorted. That’s where an emergency handyperson comes in. Common urgent jobs include:

• Leaky or burst pipes
• Jammed locks or broken doors
• Loose bannisters or safety hazards
• Electrical issues (if the handyman is qualified)

Search for emergency handyman services in Sheffield offering same-day or next-day availability, and look for mentions of “urgent” or “emergency callouts.”

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