The Handyman Can ♫ Help with Small Repairs

♫ “Who can help with small repairs
Causing homeowners to pull their hair?
Oh, the Handyman can” ♫

These aren’t quite the lyrics to the famous song in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, but you’ve got to hand it to your handyman. He or she might not bring you sweets like the Candy Man, but this person can bring you something just as good: sweet savings and peace of mind for the million small things that go wrong in your home.

What is a Handyman, Exactly?

A handyman is a helper who’s handy with small repairs and maintenance around the home. This person might be a do-it-yourselfer who picked up a thing or two over the years. They could also be a semi-skilled technician who is a jack-of-all-trades. You might even find a professional carpenter or remodeler who does handiwork in the side. They exist in every field at varied levels of skill and knowledge. You might have a friend you consider a handyman, or you might be one yourself.

Increasingly, homeowners are calling for assistance with small wall repairs, light paint work, and other odd jobs around the house. There are many theories as to why, ranging from homeowners no longer having the time to a lack of interest. Some individuals have come to find they “lack the handyman gene” or would rather not take any risks with a repair. Whatever the case, you can find a professional handyman in Old Forge and across the county to help with quick fixes and maintenance for your home or business.

Examples of Handyman Work

Now that you know who might qualify as a handyman, how do you determine what’s a small enough job for one? A handyman will let you know if you’re asking for a service that’s more work than it seems, but here are some examples of general handyperson jobs:

• Cleaning & tidying
• Light carpentry
• Door installation
• Painting (small areas)
• Staining cabinets

You can find a handyman for any facet of small home repair and maintenance.

At Horn Construction, we perform handyman work in addition to more involved services for residential and commercial properties. If you have minor work to be done and find yourself wondering “who do I call for small repairs,” contact us today. We can discuss the job, give you an estimate, and find a day that works to get those frustrating small things taken care of for you. We serve Old Forge, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, and surrounding areas.