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Handyman Cost in Massachusetts: Our Real Rates
No guessing games and no inflated "starting at" numbers. Total Care Pro Services charges $45 per hour for handyman work, with a $75 minimum per visit. Estimates are always free.
$45/hour
Standard handyman labor rate across Massachusetts, billed by the hour after the minimum.
$75 minimum
Covers travel plus the first stretch of work — group small tasks into one visit for the best value.
Typical job prices
Estimates below are based on our $45/hour rate and the time these jobs usually take. Materials are extra and always approved by you first.
| Job | Typical time | Estimated labor |
|---|---|---|
| TV or shelf mounting | 1–2 hours | $75 – $90 |
| Drywall patch & touch-up | 1–3 hours | $75 – $135 |
| Furniture assembly | 1–3 hours | $75 – $135 |
| Faucet or fixture swap | 1–2 hours | $75 – $90 |
| Door adjustment or lock change | 1–2 hours | $75 – $90 |
| Light fixture / outlet replacement | 1–2 hours | $75 – $90 |
| Punch list (several small repairs) | 4–8 hours | $180 – $360 |
| Pool opening | Flat rate | $75 |
What's included
- Licensed, insured local crew
- Free written estimate before work starts
- Standard tools and equipment — no rental fees
- Clean-up and debris removal at the end of the visit
- Time billed by the hour after the minimum, not rounded up to the day
Billed separately
- •Materials and parts (billed at cost, approved by you first)
- •Permits or specialty licensed trades when a job requires them
- •Dumpster rental on large renovation or turnover projects
Handyman pricing questions
How much does a handyman cost per hour in Massachusetts?+
Our handyman rate is $45 per hour, with a $75 minimum charge per visit. Larger projects such as painting, renovations or property turnovers are quoted as a flat price instead of hourly.
Is there a trip or service call fee?+
There is no separate trip fee. The only floor is the $75 minimum per visit, which covers travel and the first portion of labor.
Are estimates free?+
Yes. Estimates are free for homeowners, landlords and property managers across Brockton, Boston, Quincy, Randolph, Stoughton and nearby towns.
How much is a pool opening?+
Pool opening is a flat $75. Ongoing cleaning, chemical balancing and closings are quoted after we see the pool size and condition.
Do you charge more for small jobs?+
No — small jobs use the same $45/hour rate. To keep travel worthwhile we apply a $75 minimum, so it's usually smart to group several small tasks into one visit.
How do you price bigger projects?+
Painting, basement finishing, renovations and turnovers get a flat quote after a walkthrough or photos, so you know the full cost before we start.
Pricing a specific job?
Detailed prices for the jobs people ask about most.