Maintenance · 5 min read

    When to call a handyman vs a specialist trade

    Not every job needs a specialist — but some absolutely do. Here's the line we draw.

    Use a handyman for...

    Hanging things, small repairs, like-for-like fixture swaps, decorating, flatpack, silicone, snagging lists, sticking doors, tap washers and small wood repairs.

    Use a specialist for...

    Anything gas (always Gas Safe), notifiable electrical work (Part P), structural changes, roof recovers, asbestos suspicion, drainage beyond the trap, anything you'd want a certificate for.

    When in doubt

    Send us a photo and a sentence about the issue. We'll tell you honestly which trade you actually need — even if it isn't us.

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