Handyman prices in NYC: published, not hidden
Typical NYC handyman rates in 2026: $75–$95 per hour, with a minimum visit of $130. Most of my work is quoted as a flat price per job: you text a photo, you get a number, and that number doesn’t change when I walk in. Materials extra. Exact quote after photos: text a picture, get a number.
The rate card: floors, not fine print
| Job | Price |
|---|---|
| IKEA dresser / bookcase assembly | from $130 |
| Bed frame assembly | from $130 |
| PAX / large wardrobe assembly | from $180 |
| TV mounting (up to 55″, drywall) | from $130 |
| TV mounting on brick or concrete | from $160 |
| Floating shelf (per shelf) | from $130 |
| Gallery wall (up to 10 pieces) | from $140 |
| Heavy mirror hanging | from $130 |
| Drywall hole patch + paint | from $140 |
| Door planing / hinge repair | from $130 |
| Lockset / deadbolt replacement | from $130 |
| Faucet replacement | from $130 |
| Running toilet fix | from $130 |
| Light fixture swap | from $130 |
| Dimmer / outlet replacement | from $130 |
| Bathtub re-caulking | from $130 |
| Wall touch-up painting (per room) | from $150 |
| Window A/C install (with bracket) | from $130 |
| Window A/C removal + storage prep | from $130 |
| Video doorbell / smart lock install | from $130 |
| Curtain rod / blinds installation | from $130 |
| Childproofing (furniture anchoring) | from $130 |
| Heavy lifting / moving heavy items | from $150 |
Prices are starting points for standard conditions (drywall, reachable height, parts on site). Materials at receipt, no markup. Minimum visit is $130; a list of small things fills it beautifully.
What moves the price
The walls: drywall is the baseline; brick, concrete or plaster-and-lath adds drilling time, and the quote says so up front.
The building: walk-ups, freight-elevator bookings and board paperwork add logistics, not mystery fees. Tell me the floor and I’ll price it in.
Parts & materials: billed at the store receipt. Have them ready, or I’ll pick them up for a flat shopping fee.
House rules
- No visit fee: the estimate is a phone call or a photo by text
- Flat quote before the visit; it changes only if the job changes
- Materials at receipt, you see the paper
- Evenings and Sundays at the same rates, no surcharge
Pricing questions
Why do you publish prices when nobody else does?
Because “call for a quote” wastes your time and mine. The table covers what most jobs actually cost; a photo of your specific job turns a “from” price into an exact one before I arrive.
What does the minimum visit cover?
The $130 minimum covers travel, tools and up to the first hour of straightforward work. Several small tasks can be bundled into one visit, usually the best value.
Are materials included?
No, materials are billed at store price with the receipt, or you can have them ready when I arrive. I’ll tell you exactly what to buy (or pick it up myself for a flat shopping fee).
Do prices change for co-op and condo buildings?
The rate is the same. If your building limits work hours or requires service-elevator booking, longer jobs may need to be split across visits; I’ll flag that in the quote, never after.