Verified Pros
from £45
Frequently asked questions about Handyman in Birmingham
- How much does a handyman cost in Birmingham?
General maintenance in Birmingham starts at £45 per hour on Helpi. Most common handyman jobs, including flat pack assembly, hanging shelves, replacing silicone, and fitting a smart doorbell, come in at £55. That is useful in Birmingham, where plenty of local quotes still start low and then grow once the clock is running.
- Can I get a handyman the same day in Birmingham?
Yes, same-day availability is common across Birmingham for standard handyman work. Areas with dense housing, such as Moseley, Edgbaston, Selly Oak, and the city centre, usually have especially strong coverage. Emergency Callout is there for jobs that need doing quickly.
- Are your handymen in Birmingham vetted and insured?
Yes. Every handyman completes ID checks, address verification, and insurance checks before they can take bookings. We also look at the kind of work they have real experience with, which helps when one customer needs a simple mirror hung, and another needs careful fixing work in an older property.
- What happens if I'm not happy with the work?
We have a satisfaction promise — if the work isn't up to standard, we'll work with you and hero to ensure you are satisfied. You don't pay your hero until you confirm the job is complete, so you're always in control.
- What if the job takes longer than expected?
Your hero will agree on the scope and price with you before starting. Helpi suggests common pricing for common jobs, but in some instances, what you need might be non-standard, and your hero can explain why. In instances where you book a hero hourly and you need more hours, your hero should confirm this with you for approval.
- Do you offer insurance on the Hero’s work?
Helpi does not offer insurance as we act as a marketplace matching customers with tradespeople and as such do not cover the end service by the tradesperson. The customer should check this with the tradesperson directly when matched and have the opportunity to re-publish their work.
- Is the price shown when booking the final price?
The final price may change depending on if the job you ask the Hero to do is different to the one you purchased – so if the Hero stays longer than you originally booked or the job is significantly different. The Hero should explain any additional charges to you before they start or finish. You need to approve the price increase.
- Are Heroes background-checked?
Yes. We conduct identity verification, qualification checks where possible and may conduct background checks depending on the service category.
- Can I cancel my booking?
Yes, you can cancel a booking in the app before a Hero accepts. If a Hero has already accepted, cancellation fees may apply depending on timing.
- Is my payment secure?
Yes. Payments are handled through secure third-party processors. Your payment is held until the service is completed.
Professional Handyman
services in Birmingham
Need a handyman near you in Birmingham? Helpi connects you with trusted local handyman for repairs, installation, and home maintenance. Book in minutes with upfront pricing, flexible availability, and real customer reviews — ideal for busy homeowners, landlords, and renters.
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Verified Pros
from £55
Flat Pack Assembly
General Maintenance
4.3(8)
from£45
Flat Pack Assembly
4.4(9)
from£55
Install Smart Doorbell
4.9(16)
from£55
Replace Silicone
4.5(30)
from£65
Install TV Wall Bracket
4.8(17)
from£55
Install Curtain Poles
4.9(18)
from£55
Fix Dripping Taps
5.7(42)
from£75
Install a Smoke Alarm (Wireless)
5.5(10)
from£55
Fix Blocked Toilet
4.2(43)
from£80
Fix Leaking Radiator
4.3(44)
from£75
Install Carbon Monoxide Detector (Wireless)
5.4(9)
from£55
Bleed Radiators
4.4(45)
from£65
Replace Light Switch
4.5(32)
from£75
Install CCTV Camera (Wireless)
5.6(11)
from£55
Clear Blocked Gutter
4.5(46)
from£75
Fix Broken Door Lock
4.7(48)
from£75
Fix Blocked Sink
5.4(25)
from£80
Change Toilet Seat
4.8(49)
from£55
Hang a Mirror
5.7(28)
from£55
Hang a Shelf
4.2(29)
from£55
Replace Door Handle
4.3(30)
from£55
Install Key Lock Box
4.6(33)
from£55
Replace Light Bulbs (upto 3 bulbs)
5.3(10)
from£55
Wall Crack Repair
5.4(11)
from£55
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General Maintenance
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21 Bookings this week
Flat Pack Assembly
30-day guarantee
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47 booked this week
Install Smart Doorbell
from £65Replace Silicone
from £55Install TV Wall Bracket
from £55Install Curtain Poles
from £75Fix Dripping Taps
from £55Install a Smoke Alarm (Wireless)
from £80Fix Blocked Toilet
from £75Fix Leaking Radiator
from £55Install Carbon Monoxide Detector (Wireless)
from £65Bleed Radiators
from £75Replace Light Switch
from £55Install CCTV Camera (Wireless)
from £75Clear Blocked Gutter
from £75Fix Broken Door Lock
from £80Fix Blocked Sink
from £55Change Toilet Seat
from £55Hang a Mirror
from £55Hang a Shelf
from £55Replace Door Handle
from £55Install Key Lock Box
from £55Replace Light Bulbs (upto 3 bulbs)
from £55Wall Crack Repair
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Jobs completed in Birmingham4.8
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Fastest job completion75%
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The 7-step Helpi check.
Only 1 in 4 tradespeople who apply make it onto Helpi. Here's what every hero goes through.
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Identity & Address
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DBS Check
03
Qualifications
04
Insurance
05
References
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Skills Test
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What customers say.
4.85 reviews
Sarah Mitchell
Camden · 2 weeks ago
“Boiler went at 7am. Booked before breakfast, sorted by 10. Didn't miss a single meeting.”
James Cooper
Islington · 1 month ago
“Consumer unit upgrade was quoted fairly, done in a day, and the electrician left everything spotless.”
Emma Walsh
Hammersmith · 3 weeks ago
“Annual boiler service booked in under a minute. Engineer was on time, professional, and thorough.”
Oliver Bennett
Shoreditch · 4 days ago
“Handyman fixed three jobs in one visit. Clear price upfront, tidy work, and great communication throughout.”
Priya Sharma
Brixton · 1 week ago
“Deep clean was outstanding. Team arrived on time, brought their own supplies, and the flat looked brand new.”
Frequently Asked Questions
General maintenance in Birmingham starts at £45 per hour on Helpi. Most common handyman jobs, including flat pack assembly, hanging shelves, replacing silicone, and fitting a smart doorbell, come in at £55. That is useful in Birmingham, where plenty of local quotes still start low and then grow once the clock is running.
Yes, same-day availability is common across Birmingham for standard handyman work. Areas with dense housing, such as Moseley, Edgbaston, Selly Oak, and the city centre, usually have especially strong coverage. Emergency Callout is there for jobs that need doing quickly.
Yes. Every handyman completes ID checks, address verification, and insurance checks before they can take bookings. We also look at the kind of work they have real experience with, which helps when one customer needs a simple mirror hung, and another needs careful fixing work in an older property.
We have a satisfaction promise — if the work isn't up to standard, we'll work with you and hero to ensure you are satisfied. You don't pay your hero until you confirm the job is complete, so you're always in control.
Your hero will agree on the scope and price with you before starting. Helpi suggests common pricing for common jobs, but in some instances, what you need might be non-standard, and your hero can explain why. In instances where you book a hero hourly and you need more hours, your hero should confirm this with you for approval.
Helpi does not offer insurance as we act as a marketplace matching customers with tradespeople and as such do not cover the end service by the tradesperson. The customer should check this with the tradesperson directly when matched and have the opportunity to re-publish their work.
The final price may change depending on if the job you ask the Hero to do is different to the one you purchased – so if the Hero stays longer than you originally booked or the job is significantly different. The Hero should explain any additional charges to you before they start or finish. You need to approve the price increase.
Yes. We conduct identity verification, qualification checks where possible and may conduct background checks depending on the service category.
Yes, you can cancel a booking in the app before a Hero accepts. If a Hero has already accepted, cancellation fees may apply depending on timing.
Yes. Payments are handled through secure third-party processors. Your payment is held until the service is completed.
West Midlands boroughs we cover
Helpi handymans are available across all 7 West Midlands boroughs and the City of Birmingham. Wherever you are in the capital, book a verified handyman with upfront pricing.
Birmingham
Coventry
Dudley
Sandwell
Solihull
Walsall
Wolverhampton