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The 10 best handyman services in Edinburgh

A growing household to-do list in Edinburgh may include mounting, assembly, repairs or decorating. Check whether several jobs in one visit are welcome, and whether quotes are fixed, free or based on time. It is also worth confirming minimum charges, materials, wall fixings and availability for short-notice household jobs.

How the order was reached

Some handyman services in Edinburgh do a little of everything. We moved the ones that do this work day in, day out to the front, as long as their customers back that up.

Featured positions are paid for, clearly marked and open only to businesses that passed our selection.

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Compare 10 handyman services in Edinburgh

Jacob Removals & Handyman, Edinburgh#1
Why it is on the list
  • Moving and handyman work together

  • Short-notice household jobs

Jacob Removals & Handyman

5.095 reviews
6, Jacob Removals & Handyman, 4 S Sloan St, Edinburgh EH6 8ST, United Kingdom
Aimed at
Households needing moving or handyman help

Jacob Removals & Handyman combines moving help with practical work in homes and flats. Its jobs include carrying bulky items between floors, wall-mounting televisions and stands, putting up wall décor, and handling more involved bathroom work.

The team can help when a household job needs completing at short notice, including moving a bath to a third-floor flat. It works on individual tasks as well as larger or more complicated jobs, and cleans up after completing the work.

Handyeco, Edinburgh#2
Why it is on the list
  • Heavy mounting into sandstone walls

  • Multi-job visits available

  • WhatsApp fixed-price quotes

Handyeco

5.095 reviews
Aimed at
Edinburgh households with several small repairs

From flat-pack furniture and heavy mirror mounting to bathroom silicone sealing and fence repairs, Handyeco handles practical jobs around homes and businesses. The service covers Edinburgh and nearby areas, with free quotes and a minimum booking of £65 for smaller tasks.

It is particularly useful for several jobs in one visit, including curtain poles, sticky doors and furniture assembly. Heavy items can be secured into traditional sandstone, tenement walls and stud partitions using specialist fixings. Customers can send photographs or video on WhatsApp for a fixed upfront price, while urgent work may be accommodated the same week or next day.

Edinburgh Handyman#3
Why it is on the list
  • Online booking

  • Wide range of minor repairs

  • Time-based half-hour pricing

Edinburgh Handyman

5.089 reviews
Aimed at
Small repairs, decorating and multiple household jobs

Painting, wallpapering and household repairs are handled by Edinburgh Handyman for homes and businesses across Edinburgh. Work can include repairing water-damaged rooms, removing built-in wardrobes, fitting kitchen cabinets and repairing door frames.

Bookings can be made online, with time-based pricing and a minimum charge of one hour. The service costs £40 per half hour, while bookings of five hours or more on the same day receive a 10% discount. Materials used are invoiced separately, and wet areas should be dry on arrival. A minimum one-hour charge applies to every booking.

EH16 Handyman, Edinburgh#4
Why it is on the list
  • Furniture disposal included

  • Banister fitting

EH16 Handyman

5.079 reviews
234 Dalkeith Rd, Edinburgh EH16 5JS, United Kingdom
Aimed at
Rental-property repairs and assembly jobs

EH16 Handyman tackles practical jobs around rented homes and other properties, including furniture assembly, dismantling and disposal. The service also covers socket repairs, banister fitting, shower screen door installation and bath panel fitting.

It can help when several small jobs need completing during a move or property handover, and one documented booking was arranged at short notice. Materials for a banister job were ordered as part of the work. Furniture can be assembled and dismantled as required.

Umega Home Repairs, Edinburgh#5
Why it is on the list
  • Bathroom and kitchen refreshes

  • Plumbing and electrical repairs

  • Linked property management service

Umega Home Repairs

4.9117 reviews
The North Quarter, 496 Ferry Rd., Edinburgh EH5 2DL, United Kingdom
Aimed at
Homeowners and landlords coordinating multiple repairs

Bathroom, kitchen and general repair work are handled by Umega Home Repairs in Edinburgh. Projects range from repairing ceilings, sinks and bath sealant to refreshing kitchens with new worktops, tiles and LVT flooring. Painting and light fitting installation are also available.

The service suits homeowners and property managers who need several trades coordinated through one provider. Work can include recommendations for related defects, with communication around the job and pricing explained before work begins. For landlords and property owners, the wider Umega service also includes property management, lettings and a repair-reporting route.

Hawthorn Property Services, Edinburgh#6
Why it is on the list
  • Remote quoting from photos

  • Multi-trade property maintenance

  • One-year labour warranty

Hawthorn Property Services

5.065 reviews
Aimed at
Homeowners managing several small repairs or improvements

Hawthorn Property Services handles the practical repairs and improvements that build up around a home, including joinery, decorating and fencing. Its carpentry service ranges from custom furniture to stud partition walls, while fencing and gate projects can cover new boundaries and garden structures.

The business normally prepares remote quotes from an online form, using a description, photographs and the property location to plan materials and costs. An in-person walkthrough can be arranged on request. After a quote is accepted, the team schedules the work and offers a one-year labour warranty, with rubbish collection available for resulting waste.

Fixable Ltd, Edinburgh#7
Why it is on the list
  • Small jobs welcomed

  • Free no-obligation quotes

  • Joinery and property maintenance

Fixable Ltd

4.975 reviews
Aimed at
Homeowners and landlords with varied maintenance jobs

Property maintenance covers the small repairs and joinery jobs that can be difficult to place elsewhere. Fixable Ltd works with homeowners, landlords and commercial properties throughout Edinburgh and the Lothians, taking on flat-pack furniture, storage solutions and kitchen fitting. It also handles cupboard doors, worktops, shelving and boiler cupboards.

The service includes mounting TVs, curtain rails, blinds and pictures, alongside broader handyman work. Larger projects are quoted separately, while a free, no-obligation quote is available before work begins. Fixable has worked across a range of trades since 2015 and publishes rates for handyman jobs. Commercial work may incur a higher rate where commission applies.

Mains Handyman, Edinburgh#8
Why it is on the list
  • £70 hourly rate

  • North West Edinburgh coverage

  • Minor plumbing and electrical work

Mains Handyman

5.033 reviews

Open 24 hours

66 Silverknowes View, Edinburgh EH4 5PS, United Kingdom
Aimed at
Homeowners grouping several maintenance jobs into one visit

From shelves and curtain poles to flatpacks, minor plumbing and electrical work, Mains Handyman handles practical home maintenance across North West Edinburgh.

The service suits homeowners with several small jobs, including hanging mirrors or TV screens, boxing in pipes and repairing fences. Its approach is adaptable when a straightforward task reveals an unexpected issue, such as an unusual door size or an underlying plumbing problem. Work is charged at an hourly rate of £70, making the pricing basis clear before arranging a maintenance visit. The business is run by Neil, who draws on experience in architecture and property renovation to tackle a broad range of domestic jobs.

Handyman - Edinburgh#9
Why it is on the list
  • Short-notice household jobs

  • Indoor and outdoor handyman work

Handyman - Edinburgh

5.031 reviews
26 Tolbooth Wynd, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6DR, United Kingdom
Aimed at
Household repairs, installations and small improvements

Handyman - Edinburgh tackles varied household jobs, from installing light fittings, blinds, coat racks and mirrors to plastering and building decking or steps. The service suits homeowners, tenants and students who need practical work completed without taking on the tools or lifting themselves.

Short-notice jobs can include moving heavy boards or finishing plastering, while larger tasks such as decking may be completed within a day. Work has covered both indoor fixtures and outdoor improvements.

Premier Handyman, Edinburgh#10
Why it is on the list
  • Fixed appointment times

  • No call-out charge or VAT

  • Small jobs and larger projects

Premier Handyman

4.864 reviews
Aimed at
Households with a list of small maintenance jobs

Small repairs and installations are handled by Premier Handyman for residential and commercial clients in Edinburgh and the Lothians. The service includes flat-pack assembly, shelving and blinds, while larger projects such as kitchens and bathrooms are also undertaken.

Premier Handyman is designed for jobs that are too small for many trades, as well as longer household to-do lists. Free quotes and advice are available, with fixed appointment times rather than an open-ended arrival window. The business states that work is insured and guaranteed, with no call-out charge or VAT. Prices start at £70 for the first hour, then £35 per half-hour.

Key differences at a glance

#BusinessRatingReviewsAimed at
#1Jacob Removals & Handyman 5.095Households needing moving or handyman help
#2Handyeco 5.095Edinburgh households with several small repairs
#3Edinburgh Handyman 5.089Small repairs, decorating and multiple household jobs
#4EH16 Handyman 5.079Rental-property repairs and assembly jobs
#5Umega Home Repairs 4.9117Homeowners and landlords coordinating multiple repairs
#6Hawthorn Property Services 5.065Homeowners managing several small repairs or improvements
#7Fixable Ltd 4.975Homeowners and landlords with varied maintenance jobs
#8Mains Handyman 5.033Homeowners grouping several maintenance jobs into one visit
#9Handyman - Edinburgh 5.031Household repairs, installations and small improvements
#10Premier Handyman 4.864Households with a list of small maintenance jobs

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Questions Edinburghers often ask

How much do handyman services cost in Edinburgh?

Published prices vary. Examples include a £65 minimum booking, £40 per half hour, £70 for the first hour followed by £35 per half-hour, and a £70 hourly rate. Some services offer free quotes, while larger work may be quoted separately.

Can a handyman in Edinburgh complete several jobs in one visit?

Yes. Several services are suited to household lists covering jobs such as shelves, curtain poles, flat-pack assembly, mirrors, minor plumbing, electrical work and repairs. Some can also handle larger projects, including kitchens, bathrooms and joinery.

Do Edinburgh handymen offer urgent or next-day appointments?

Short-notice work is available from some services, and urgent jobs may be accommodated the same week or next day. Fixed appointment times are offered by one provider, while availability depends on the job and schedule.

Can handymen work on tenement or sandstone walls in Edinburgh?

Some services use specialist fixings for traditional sandstone, tenement walls and stud partitions. This can help with heavy mirrors, televisions and other mounted items, but the wall and item should be discussed before work is arranged.