Most people asking for a handyman have one small job and no idea what it should cost. Here is how pricing normally works on PEI and what changes it. The quote you get from us is fixed before work starts.
How handyman pricing is structured
- Flat rate per job — common for predictable work like TV mounting or furniture assembly
- Hourly rate — used for repairs where the scope is unclear until the work starts
- Minimum call-out — most trades charge a minimum, usually the equivalent of one hour
- Materials — billed at cost for things like drywall compound, anchors or fasteners
What sets the price for common jobs
Every job is different, so we quote each one individually. Rural travel, difficult access, concrete or brick walls, and disposal fees all play a part.
- TV mounting: TV size, wall type and cable concealment
- Furniture assembly: the number of pieces and how complex they are
- Drywall patch: hole size, sanding and paint touch-up
- Junk removal: volume and dump fees
- Pressure washing: surface size and condition
- Lawn cutting: lot size and how often you want it cut
What makes a job cost more
Access is the biggest hidden factor. A second-floor job, a tight stairwell, a basement with low headroom or a yard that cannot fit a trailer all add time. Concrete, brick and plaster walls need different anchors and slower drilling. Disposal is the other one — anything going to the landfill carries a tipping fee that gets passed through.
How to get an accurate quote fast
Send two or three photos with your request. A photo of the wall, the item, or the pile of junk tells us more than a paragraph of description and means the price you get is the price you pay. Include your town so we can factor travel.