Handymen in Manhattan

935 licensed home improvement pros in Manhattan. Want the closest to you? Search by your address.

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Hiring a handyman in Manhattan

A good handyman handles the small jobs that pile up in a New York home: patching drywall, mounting TVs and shelves, fixing doors, assembling furniture and sealing drafty windows.

Our list has 935 licensed businesses here, most often in ZIP codes 10001, 10018, 10025. 407 of them were first licensed at least 10 years ago.

Does a handyman need a license in NYC?

Yes, for most paid work. Any home improvement job over $200, counting labor and materials together, requires a NYC Home Improvement Contractor license from the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection. Every business listed here holds one.

What should I ask a handyman before hiring?

Ask for the license number, proof of insurance, a written price, and when they can start. For apartments, also ask whether they can provide the certificate of insurance your building requires.

Can a handyman do electrical or plumbing work?

Not unless they hold those separate licenses. In NYC, electrical work needs a licensed electrician, and plumbing or gas work needs a licensed master plumber.

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Neighborhoods in Manhattan

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