SOC 49-9071 · Maintenance and Repair Workers, General

Handyman cost ranges

Last updated from data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · PPI construction materials 2026-09

What this estimate can’t tell you. Roof pitch, an old house or code upgrades, tough access, permits, emergency or after-hours calls, and brand tier can push a real quote outside this range.

Same estimating math as the calculator: hours × local (or national) OEWS wage × markup, plus materials. Open a job to run it on your ZIP.

Garage

Garage Door Replacement

single-car 9×7 steel sectional door supplied; excludes opener motor and structural opening changes

Hours 4/7/12 · materials $450–$1,600

Priced with BLS Maintenance and Repair Workers, General (SOC 49-9071) — Fairange has no dedicated garage-door installer wage series. Door specialists may bill differently.

Garage

Garage Door Spring Repair

replace torsion or extension springs on single residential door (dangerous—pro recommended)

Hours 1.5/2.5/4.0 · materials $40–$200

Priced with BLS Maintenance and Repair Workers, General (SOC 49-9071). Spring work is dangerous — hire a pro.

Exterior

Gutter Cleaning

single-story typical home gutter clean (~150–200 lf); downspout flush basic

Hours 1.5/2.5/4.5 · materials $0–$40

Handyman

Handyman Hourly (general)

1 hour of general maintenance/repair labor; materials extra at cost

Hours 1/1/1 · materials $0–$0

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