Pricing
Handyman pricing in Richmond & Metro Vancouver
The published rate, useful labour ranges and the conditions that change a quote — before anyone arrives.
The starting numbers
Clear enough to plan. Specific enough to quote.
Materials and parts are charged at cost. We will tell you the expected total before we start, and if the job turns out to be smaller than quoted you pay for the smaller job.
- Minimum call-out
- $50
- Hourly rate
- $50–$100/hr
- Estimates
- Free
So a small job is still worth booking.
Depends on the work, the access and the tools it needs.
By photo or on site. No obligation.
Planning examples
What the published rate looks like on common jobs.
Dollar ranges are labour-only arithmetic from the published $50–$100 hourly rate and the typical time shown. They are not fixed quotes or invented average invoices.
| Job | Typical booking | Labour planning guide | What changes the number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door alignment or hinge repair | Often 1–2 hours | $50–$200 labour | Rot, a split frame, a custom slab or hardware that must be sourced. |
| Standard TV mount on a stud wall | About 1 hour | $50–$100 labour | Brick, concrete, tile, fireplace clearance or in-wall cable routing. |
| Local flooring repair | Often 1–3 hours once matching material is ready | $50–$300 labour | Material matching, how the boards unlock, moisture and hidden subfloor damage. |
| Small drywall or ceiling patch | Often 2 visits because compound must dry | Quoted from photos | Hole size, texture matching, height, moisture source, primer and paint. |
| Bathroom fan replacement | A short visit when the replacement is compatible | $50 minimum, then hourly | Housing size, duct connection, grille fit, access and any required ceiling patch. |
| Deck, fence or gutter work | Quoted after height, access and damaged area are visible | Photo estimate or free site visit | Rot behind the visible surface, ladder setup, disposal, material length and weather. |
Price drivers
The visible repair is only part of the appointment.
A useful quote explains what can move the number. These are the five factors we confirm most often.
- 01
Access and setup
Parking, stairs, elevator bookings, ceiling height and safe ladder setup can take more time than the visible repair.
- 02
Materials and parts
Standard parts are charged at cost. Special-order, discontinued or customer-supplied products are confirmed before booking.
- 03
Drying and return visits
Drywall compound, caulk, stain and paint need real drying time. Two short visits can be the correct job even when the hands-on time is modest.
- 04
What is hidden
If opening the work reveals moisture, rot or a different substrate, you receive a photo and revised number before the scope changes.
- 05
Travel and grouping
Richmond is home base. Delta, Burnaby and Surrey visits are most efficient when several small items are grouped into a half-day block.
FAQ
Questions about the bill
Is the $50 minimum the price of every small job?
No. It is the minimum labour charge that makes a short visit bookable. Parts, extra time, difficult access or a larger scope can increase the total, and that is explained before work starts.
Are materials marked up?
No. Materials and parts are charged at cost. If you already own the correct product, send its model number or link with the photos.
Can you give a fixed price from photos?
Often. When a hidden condition makes that irresponsible, we give a range, say exactly what changes it, or arrange a free site visit.
Do evenings or weekends cost more?
No automatic surcharge. Evening and weekend appointments are part of our normal seven-day schedule.
Want a number for your job?
Send one wide photo, one close-up and your city for a free estimate.