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Handyman in Reno, NV

Compare 10 local handyman pros. Typical service: $155–$362.

Top Handyman Companies in Reno

  1. 1.TruBlue of Reno

    4.9★ (91 reviews)

    4.9★ from 91 reviews

  2. 2.Desert Peak Home Repair

    5.0★ (20 reviews)

    5.0★ from 20 reviews

  3. 3.Mr Fix It All Home Repair and Improvements

    4.7★ (13 reviews)

    4.7★ from 13 reviews

  4. 4.D&C Maintenance And Repairs

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

  5. 5.High Quality Handyman LLC

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

  6. 6.Cowboy's Handyman Service

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

  7. 7.Stan The Handyman

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  8. 8.Home Savvy

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  9. 9.Rain Tree Handyman Services

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  10. 10.The Luxury Handyman Solutions & Landscaping Services

    3.0★ (2 reviews)

    3.0★ from 2 reviews

Handyman Cost in Reno

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Reno
Small repair visit$155–$362/job
Hourly rate$62–$129/hour
Drywall patch$155–$466/job
Furniture assembly$83–$259/job

Handyman prices in Reno run about 4% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 10 companies serving Reno, rated 4.8★ on average across 148 customer reviews.

Reno Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Reno's weather means for scheduling handyman.

Last spring frost
April 30
First fall frost
October 21
Annual precipitation
8.26"
Heating degree days
5,268
Cooling degree days
873
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan25.4°43.2°1.02"
Feb28.2°47.8°1.06"
Mar32.7°55.3°0.78"
Apr36.4°61.9°0.53"
May44.2°71.3°0.67"
Jun52°81.4°0.56"
Jul61.3°90.8°0.22"
Aug58.6°88.5°0.23"
Sep50.5°79.3°0.38"
Oct40.6°66.3°0.61"
Nov32.3°52.2°1.02"
Dec25.6°43°1.18"

NOAA station data 3.18 miles from Reno.

Permits & Regulations in NV

  • Nevada exempts jobs under $1,000 including labor and materials from State Contractors Board licensing, as long as no building permit is required
  • Work that needs a permit requires an NSCB-licensed contractor at any size
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Nevada NSCB handyman exemption (jobs under $1,000)

Sources: www.nvcontractorsboard.com

Handyman FAQs for Reno

How much does a handyman cost in Reno?

A small handyman repair visit in Reno typically runs $155-$362.

How many handymen serve Reno?

We track 10 handyman services serving Reno.

Does a handyman need a license in NV?

In NV, Nevada exempts jobs under $1,000 including labor and materials from State Contractors Board licensing, as long as no building permit is required. Larger jobs, or any electrical, plumbing or structural work, need a licensed contractor in Reno.

Are handyman rates in Reno above the national average?

Handyman work in Reno runs about +3.5% versus the national average.

What should I fix before winter in Reno?

With winter lows near 25F in Reno, weatherstripping, door sweeps and caulking around windows are the most common pre-winter handyman jobs.

When should outdoor repairs be done in Reno?

Exterior caulk and paint touch-ups need dry weather above about 40F; in Reno that window closes around the first frost near October 21.

Is summer a good time for handyman work in Reno?

Indoor jobs are fine year-round, but Reno summer highs near 91F make attic, roof-line and exterior work slow and hard on materials like caulk and adhesives.

How is handyman work in Reno usually priced?

Most Reno handymen quote small repairs as a flat visit of $155-$362, or bill hourly for open-ended lists.