Handyman in Southampton (16)

Got a growing list of odd jobs in your Shirley semi or a leaky tap in your Ocean Village flat? Whether it’s furniture assembly, shelf fitting or sorting the squeaky door that’s been annoying you for months, a handyman or handywoman working in Southampton just might be able to help.

At Checkatrade, we can help you search for checked and reviewed Southampton handypeople covering your area - able to take on all those small jobs you don’t have time (or tools) for.

Search your postcode to look for services available in your area of Hampshire. Or use our Request a Quote feature to hear from multiple handypeople working near you.

What to expect from hiring a handyman in Southampton

A Southampton handyman or woman is a great choice when you’ve got jobs that don’t need a full-blown tradesperson but still need doing. Think quick fixes, smart repairs, and home improvements.

Common jobs in Southampton include:

• Flat-pack furniture assembly
• Hanging blinds, curtains, shelves or pictures
• Fixing taps, resealing bathrooms
• Door repairs and lock replacements
• Touch-up decorating and painting
• Mounting TVs or garden gates

Handyman Southampton prices

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Need a clearer idea? Visit our handyman cost guide for breakdowns and comparisons.

Typical quote includes:

• Labour
• Local travel
• Use of standard tools

You might pay extra for:

• Materials (e.g. paint, hinges, screws)
• Parking or out-of-area travel
• Emergency callouts or weekend work

How long will the job take?

Small tasks usually take 1–2 hours. Multiple jobs or more complex work may take half a day or more. Ask your handyperson for a time estimate upfront.

Qualifications

Not all handy jobs require formal qualifications, but for plumbing or electrical work, it’s worth asking:

• Are you qualified to carry this out?
• Are you insured?
• Have you done this type of job before?

Handymen in Southampton: Renters vs Homeowners

Homeowners

You’re in charge of home maintenance - which means you can pick the person, set the budget and agree the job, from curtain fitting to garden fence repairs.

Renters

Live in a rental property?

• Your landlord is typically responsible for plumbing, electrics and anything structural
• You may be able to arrange your own odd job handyperson services for things like shelf hanging or touch-ups - but always check your tenancy agreement
• Get permission from your landlord in writing before booking work that affects the property itself

Emergency handymen in Southampton

Some jobs just can’t wait - but a fast-responding Southampton handyperson can save the day. Common urgent handyman jobs include:

• Leaky taps or pipes
• Broken doors, locks or windows
• Loose shelves, curtain rails or banisters
• Faulty light fittings (if qualified)

Need help now? Use Checkatrade to find emergency handyman services in Southampton with same-day or next-day availability.

Find tradespeople for the job you need in Southampton

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