How Much Does a Handyman Cost in London? 2026 Price Guide

Quick answer

In London, most handymen charge around £45 to £65 an hour, with a minimum charge for the first hour of roughly £60 to £90. A full day usually costs £300 to £450. These are the London ranges published by Fantastic Services in September 2026.

Across the UK, prices are lower. MyBuilder puts the national average at about £30 an hour, and London from about £50 an hour. London costs more because of travel time, parking and congestion charges, and higher living costs.

The simplest way to know your real cost is to send a photo of the job. A good handyman will then give you a clear price before starting.

Hourly and day rates

Here is how London rates usually break down. Use it as a guide, not a fixed price list.

Source: Fantastic Services handyman cost guide, London ranges. Materials, parking and waste removal are often charged on top, so always ask what is included.

Prices for common jobs

Most people book a handyman for the same handful of jobs. Here are typical London prices, labour only:

Source: Fantastic Services, London job prices. The real price depends on your walls, the size of the item and how easy the room is to work in.

Tip: a list of small jobs done together is almost always cheaper than booking each one separately. You pay one minimum charge instead of five.

What changes the price

Several things push the price up or down:

• Your walls. Old lath and plaster, concrete and plasterboard on metal studs each need different fixings and more or less time.
• Access. Top-floor flats without a lift, tight Victorian stairs and buildings that need a lift booking all add time.
• Parking. Central London parking, permits and congestion charges are part of the real cost.
• Materials. Brackets, fixings, sealant and paint may or may not be included.
• Timing. Evenings, weekends and out-of-hours office work often cost more.
• Waste. Taking away packaging or old furniture can carry a fee.

Hourly rate or fixed price?

Hourly pricing is fair for small, unclear jobs, such as finding why a door sticks. Fixed pricing is better when the job is clear, like mounting a TV or building a wardrobe.

At Brush & Fix we prefer fixed prices. You send a photo and a short description, and we reply with one clear price before we start. That way, you know exactly what you will pay, even if the job takes us a little longer than planned.

Jobs a handyman should not do

A good handyman knows their limits. Some work must be done by registered specialists by law:

• Gas work. Anything involving gas appliances or pipes must be done by an engineer on the Gas Safe Register.
• New electrical circuits and work in bathrooms. In England, many electrical jobs fall under Part P of the Building Regulations and need a qualified electrician.
• Structural changes. Removing walls or altering supports needs a builder and, often, building control.

If your list includes any of these, ask your handyman to tell you which parts need a specialist. We always do.

How to save money

• Group your jobs into one visit and write them all down.
• Send clear photos, including the wall and the item, so the price is accurate first time.
• Buy the item yourself if you prefer, but check the fixings that come with it.
• Book midweek if you are flexible. Weekends fill up fast.
• Ask what is included: fixings, sealant, waste removal and parking.

If you want extra peace of mind, government-endorsed schemes like TrustMark list vetted tradespeople.

Your rights if something goes wrong

Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, a trader must carry out a service with reasonable care and skill. If work is poor, you can ask them to put it right.

Citizens Advice explains the steps, from talking to the trader to asking for a repair or a refund. Keep your messages, photos and invoices, as they help if there is a problem.

FAQ

Prices quoted from third-party guides are shown with links to the original source and were checked in October 2026. They are guides, not quotes.