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Florida Handyman Services — 2026

243 handyman businesses listed across 132 Florida cities. Compare public information and contact businesses directly.

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Every Florida home develops a punch list — a wobbly ceiling fan, drywall cracks from settling, a screen door that won't close, baseboards that rotted from a forgotten leak. The handyman companies below handle small repairs, drywall and paint touch-ups, mounting and assembly, screen-cage repairs, light electrical and plumbing, and seasonal maintenance. Most operate by the hour or with flat-rate pricing for common jobs.

Handyman by City

Miami9Jacksonville9Pensacola9Tampa7Port Charlotte6Tallahassee6Daytona Beach6St. Petersburg5Temple Terrace5Orlando4Fort Myers4Pinellas Park4Naples4Hollywood4Crestview4Oviedo3Palm Harbor3Largo3Dania Beach3Coral Springs3Palm Bay3Venice2Orange Park2Neptune Beach2

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Top-Rated Handyman (4.8★+ with 20+ reviews) (36)

Highly Rated Handyman (4.5★+) (74)

Well-Rated Handyman (4.0★+) (36)

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New Handyman Listings (92)

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Florida-Specific Handyman Considerations

What makes handyman different in Florida — salt air, humidity, hurricane code, and the permit + licensing quirks that catch out-of-state transplants off guard.

Florida's $1,000 + 25%-ceiling handyman rule

Florida law allows "minor cosmetic or repair work" without a contractor license up to a soft threshold (varies by county, roughly $1,000-$2,500). Electrical, HVAC, roofing, plumbing "major" work always requires a licensed specialist.

Storm damage is not a handyman job

Post-hurricane repairs that involve structural, electrical, or roofing work need a licensed trade specialist. A "handyman" doing roof tarps is probably fine; a handyman replacing roof decking is illegal.

Hourly vs per-project

Most FL handymen price hourly ($60-$125/hr) for small jobs, per-project for anything over a half-day. Ask which upfront — hourly on a full-day job adds up fast.

Proof of insurance + W-9

Hiring a true independent handyman requires a W-9 + proof-of-insurance exchange. Cash-only handymen are cheaper but carry zero liability protection if something goes wrong.

Handyman Brand Comparisons

Not sure which brand to choose? Our side-by-side comparisons cover the top handyman brands for Florida homeowners.

Angi (Angie's List) vs Thumbtack
Angi wins on brand recognition and background-checked pro verification; Thumbtack wins on transparen…
Handyman vs Licensed Contractor
For minor repairs and maintenance under ~$1,000, a handyman is faster and cheaper. For anything requ…
ABC Home & Commercial Services vs TaskRabbit / Handy (On-Demand Platforms)
ABC Home & Commercial Services is a Florida-founded, full-service company with licensed technicians …
Angi (Angie's List) vs Better Business Bureau (BBB)
Angi provides more useful contractor reviews and discovery for most home services. BBB is better for…
Residential Elevator vs Stairlift
Stairlifts are cheaper ($3,000–$8,000) and install quickly. Residential elevators cost $20,000–$50,0…

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a handyman cost in Florida?▾
Hourly rates run $65–$135 in most Florida markets. Most jobs are quoted flat-rate: TV mount $150–$285, ceiling fan install $175–$325, door slab replacement $220–$450, drywall patch (small) $185–$385, faucet swap $185–$325. Always get an itemized quote before work begins.
What can a handyman legally do in Florida without a license?▾
Handymen can do non-permitted work under specific dollar thresholds (varies by county, typically under $1,000–$2,500 per job). They cannot do structural work, roofing, electrical beyond fixture replacement, plumbing beyond fixture replacement, HVAC, or anything requiring a permit. Hire licensed contractors for anything bigger.
Should I hire a handyman or a specialty contractor?▾
Handyman: small jobs, multi-trade punch lists, anything under $1,000. Specialty contractor: anything requiring permits, single-trade jobs over $1,500, work that needs warranties (HVAC, roofing). Many Florida homeowners use both — handyman for routine tasks, specialty pros for major work.
How fast can I get a handyman in Florida?▾
Most reputable handymen book 1–2 weeks out for non-urgent work. Same-day or next-day service typically commands a 25–50% premium. Move-in week, real-estate transaction punch lists, and post-storm repairs get prioritized — be flexible on scheduling for the best rate.
Do Florida handymen need insurance?▾
Reputable handymen carry $300k–$1M liability insurance. Always verify before any work begins — if a handyman damages your home or is injured on your property, you can be personally liable without their coverage. Workers' comp is rare for sole-proprietor handymen but is required if they bring helpers.