A handyman in London costs £80 to £100 per hour, £280 to £380 for a half-day, or £500 to £650 for a full day. Small fixed-price jobs like hanging a TV or fitting a blind start around £45–£60. London rates sit above the UK average because of higher labour and travel costs in the capital.
Knowing what to expect before you book takes the stress out of hiring a handyman. This guide sets out honest 2026 London prices — the hourly and day rates you will typically pay, and fixed-price ranges for the jobs we are asked about most. Every quote we give is fixed and agreed before we start, so the price you are told is the price you pay.
Most handymen in London work on either an hourly rate, a half or full day rate, or a fixed price for the specific job. Small, quick tasks are usually charged hourly with a minimum call-out, while a list of jobs is often better value booked as a half or full day. Larger, well-defined jobs — fitting a kitchen, boarding a loft, tiling a bathroom — are priced as a fixed quote.
How much does handyman prices cost in London?
Here are typical London handyman rates and fixed job prices for 2026:
| Job / rate | Typical London price | Guide time |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly rate | £80 – £100 / hr | — |
| Half-day (up to 4 hrs) | £280 – £380 | Morning or afternoon |
| Full day (up to 8 hrs) | £500 – £650 | Full day |
| Emergency call-out | from £120 | Same day |
| Mount a TV on the wall | £60 – £180 | 1 – 2 hrs |
| Hang pictures / mirror | £45 – £90 | 1 hr |
| Fit a floating shelf | £45 – £75 | 1 hr |
| Fit a blind (per window) | £40 – £60 | 30 – 45 min |
| Fit a curtain pole / track | £50 – £90 | 45 – 60 min |
| Flat-pack furniture assembly | £40 – £120 | 1 – 3 hrs |
| Hang / repair an internal door | £70 – £160 | 1 – 3 hrs |
| Fit a kitchen unit (each) | £100 – £150 | — |
| Tiling (per m²) | £45 – £120 | — |
| Skirting board (per metre) | £25 – £45 | — |
| Plastering / skim one wall | £150 – £300 | Half day |
| Gutter clean & clear | £60 – £120 | 1 – 2 hrs |
| Pressure wash a patio/drive | £80 – £250 | 2 – 4 hrs |
| Loft boarding (small area) | £350 – £550 | Half – 1 day |
Indicative 2026 London prices, supplied & fitted. Final quotes are fixed after a free assessment.
What affects the price
How our pricing works
Is an hourly rate or a day rate better value? If you only have one small job, the hourly rate with a minimum charge is usually cheapest. But if you have a list — a few shelves, a leaking tap, a sticking door, some sealant and a flat-pack wardrobe — booking a half or full day almost always works out cheaper per job, because we work straight through your list without repeated call-outs.
Why are London handyman rates higher than the national average? Labour, travel and parking all cost more in the capital, and many London homes are period properties or upper-floor flats that take longer to work in. Even so, a good handyman saves you money overall by doing the job right first time and combining several tasks into one efficient visit.
Why choose London Handyman Pro
- Fixed, upfront prices — You always know the cost before we start — no hourly surprises.
- One team, many trades — Carpentry, tiling, plastering, repairs and more from a single insured team.
- Fully insured & vetted — Public liability cover and background-checked handymen.
- Great value — Combining jobs into one visit keeps your overall cost down.
Handyman prices across London — areas & postcodes we cover
We provide handyman prices across every London borough and postcode, from the central districts to the suburbs — including Mayfair, Chelsea, Kensington, Westminster, Notting Hill, Fulham and many more. Wherever you are in the capital, a local, insured handyman is close by, usually with same-week availability.
Covering London postcodes including W1, SW3, W8, SW1, W11, SW6, W6, W4, W5, W3, W12, W9, N1, NW1, NW3, N6, NW5, N3, N4, NW8, N17, E14, EC2, E8, E1, E15, E2, E17, SW4, SW11, SW2, SW18, SW15, SW12, SW17, SW16, SW19, SE10, SE15, SE21, SE11, TW9, TW3 and everywhere between. Don’t see your area? We cover the whole of Greater London — tell us your postcode for a fixed handyman prices quote.