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Handyman Pricing in Chicago & the Suburbs
Helping Hand Studio charges $100/hour for jobs of 1–4 hours, $90/hour for half-day bookings and $80/hour for full-day bookings, with a two-hour minimum. Larger projects are priced as a fixed project. Every job starts with a free, upfront quote.
How our pricing works
You always get a clear quote before any work is scheduled. What changes is how the job is priced.
Hourly service
For repairs, installations and handyman visits. The rate depends on how long the booking is, and a two-hour minimum applies. Several small tasks can share one visit.
Fixed project price
For larger projects such as media walls, custom installations, bathroom and small remodels. We discuss the space, dimensions and finishes, then confirm scope, timeline and price in writing before work starts.
Hourly rates
| Booking | Length | Rate | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly | 1–4 hours | $100/hour | Small repairs, single fixes and quick jobs (two-hour minimum) |
| Half day | 4–6 hours | $90/hour | Multiple small tasks in one visit: hanging a TV, fixing doors, patching drywall |
| Full day | 8–10 hours | $80/hour | Larger projects, small remodeling or bundled home improvements |
Not sure which booking fits?
Call or text us your list. We review the details and quote the job before anything is scheduled.
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How estimates work
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Call or text us
Give us a call or send a text about your project. Tell us what you'd like to get done, and we'll review the details.
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Get your quote
We'll review your project and provide a clear upfront quote before scheduling any work.
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We get it done
Once approved, we schedule your project, complete the work, clean up, and make sure you're happy with the result.
If a repair turns into a larger project, we will confirm the updated scope and price with you before proceeding.
Pricing by service
Bathroom Remodeling
Bathroom projects are priced as a fixed project after we discuss the space, dimensions and the finishes you have in mind. Scope, timeline and price are confirmed in writing before work starts.
Small Remodeling
Small remodeling is generally priced as a fixed-cost project rather than hourly work. Call or text us with a short description and we will help define the scope and next step.
Interior & Exterior Painting
Hourly service pricing starts at $80/hour for full-day bookings under our standard pricing structure. Larger rooms, multi-room projects, exterior work and commercial painting are typically priced as a fixed project. Call or text us for a fast, free estimate.
Drywall & Plaster Repair
Small localized repairs may qualify for standard hourly service pricing. Larger repairs, multiple areas, ceilings and full-room preparation are priced as fixed-cost projects after we review the scope.
Door Installation & Repair
Simple adjustments and minor repairs may use standard hourly pricing. New door installations and more involved repairs are priced after we confirm the door type, opening and project scope.
Trim & Baseboard Installation
Small trim repairs may fall under standard hourly pricing. Larger baseboard, casing and molding projects are typically priced based on the amount of trim, room conditions and finishing requirements.
TV Mounting & Home Installations
Straightforward installations generally use standard hourly service pricing. Multiple installations can be bundled into one visit. Complex or custom installations may receive a fixed project estimate.
Handyman Services & Small Repairs
Standard service pricing is $100/hour for 1–4 hours, $90/hour for 4–6 hours, and $80/hour for an 8–10 hour full day. A two-hour minimum applies. If a repair turns into a larger project, we will confirm the updated scope and price before proceeding.
Pricing questions
How much does a handyman cost in Chicago?
Helping Hand Studio charges $100/hour for jobs of 1–4 hours, $90/hour for half-day bookings of 4–6 hours, and $80/hour for full-day bookings of 8–10 hours. A two-hour minimum applies. See pricing.
Is there a minimum charge?
Yes. A two-hour minimum applies to hourly service visits. Bundling several small tasks into one visit is the best way to get full value from it.
What do half-day and full-day mean?
A half-day booking is 4–6 hours of work at $90/hour. A full-day booking is 8–10 hours at $80/hour. Longer bookings lower the hourly rate.
When is a job priced as a fixed project instead of hourly?
Larger projects such as media walls, custom installations and remodels are priced as fixed-cost projects, not hourly. Bathroom and small remodeling projects are always quoted as a fixed project.
Can the price change after work starts?
If a repair turns into a larger project, we will confirm the updated scope and price with you before proceeding.
Is the estimate free?
Yes. Estimates are free, and you get a clear upfront quote before any work is scheduled.
Can I get an estimate over the phone?
Yes. Call or text (630) 426-3003, or use the estimate form. For many jobs, a short description of the work is enough to give you an initial pricing direction before scheduling.
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