Fort Myers & Southwest Florida
Handyman & Minor Repairs in Fort Myers, FL
Loose trim, a sticking door, drywall dings, a new fixture to hang: small jobs pile up, and they're often too small for a general contractor. Tell us what's on your list and we'll match you with up to 3 local handyman pros who take on small jobs in your area.
- Free, and you're never obligated to hire
- Up to 3 local pros who serve your ZIP code
- Ask for proof of insurance before work starts
What handyman & minor repairs usually includes
- Drywall patches and minor wall repairs
- Hanging shelves, mirrors, art, curtain rods and blinds
- Door, cabinet and hardware adjustments and replacements
- Caulking, weatherstripping and touch-up painting
- Furniture assembly and TV mounting (no new wiring)
- Punch-list jobs before selling, renting or after a move
What affects the price
- How many tasks are on the list and how long they take
- Whether the pro supplies materials or you do
- Minimum trip or hourly charges
- Access, such as high ceilings or tight spaces
- Whether the job turns out to need a licensed trade
Every project is different. The only reliable price is a written quote for your project, which is why we match you with up to 3 pros to compare.
Handyman & Minor Repairs in Southwest Florida: what to know
- Florida law exempts some small, minor jobs from state contractor licensing. That exemption doesn't cover electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing or structural work, or work that needs a building permit.
- If a job turns out to involve wiring, plumbing, structure or a permit, it needs a licensed contractor. See our home remodeling and other contractor services for those projects.
- Splitting a bigger project into small jobs to avoid licensing isn't allowed. A good handyman will tell you when a job is beyond their scope.
- Humidity can swell doors and trim and loosen caulk around windows and tubs, so these are common repair requests here.
General information, not legal or code advice. Requirements vary by city and county, so confirm them with your pro or local building department.
Handyman & Minor Repairs FAQs
- What jobs can a handyman do without a license in Florida?
- Generally small, minor jobs such as patching drywall, hanging fixtures, assembling furniture, caulking and adjusting doors. Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, structural work and jobs that need a permit require a licensed contractor.
- Can a handyman replace a light fixture or faucet?
- Work on electrical or plumbing systems is generally licensed trade work in Florida. Ask the pro directly, and if in doubt, hire a licensed electrician or plumber.
- Do you do the work yourselves?
- No. SWFL Contractor Connect is a free referral service. We pass your request to up to 3 independent local pros, and you decide whether to hire any of them. Ask each one for proof of insurance.
Related services
Home Remodeling
Whole-home updates, layout changes and renovations of older Southwest Florida houses.
Pressure Washing & Exterior Cleaning
Driveways, pavers, lanais, pool decks, house walls and roofs, cleaned and ready for the season.
Home Watch for Seasonal Homes
Scheduled visual checks, photo reports and storm checks while you're away.
Popular areas for handyman & minor repairs
- Fort Myers Lee County
- Cape Coral Lee County
- North Fort Myers Lee County
- Lehigh Acres Lee County
- Fort Myers Beach Lee County
- Estero Lee County