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Handyman in Columbus, OH

Compare 10 local handyman pros. Typical service: $160–$373.

Top Handyman Companies in Columbus

  1. 1.Ace Handyman Services Northwest Columbus

    4.9★ (280 reviews)

    4.9★ from 280 reviews

  2. 2.Columbus Handyman

    4.5★ (270 reviews)

    4.5★ from 270 reviews

  3. 3.TA Handyman

    5.0★ (49 reviews)

    5.0★ from 49 reviews

  4. 4.West Columbus Handyman

    4.9★ (48 reviews)

    4.9★ from 48 reviews

  5. 5.Daniel’s Handyman LLC

    4.5★ (41 reviews)

    4.5★ from 41 reviews

  6. 6.Ohio Handyman

    4.0★ (29 reviews)

    4.0★ from 29 reviews

  7. 7.Ivo Pro LLC

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

  8. 8.ANDY OnCall Columbus

    2.6★ (21 reviews)

    2.6★ from 21 reviews

  9. 9.Benitez Handyman and siding

    3.7★ (3 reviews)

    3.7★ from 3 reviews

  10. 10.YellowVAN Handyman Columbus

    3.5★ (2 reviews)

    3.5★ from 2 reviews

Handyman Cost in Columbus

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

ServiceTypical range in Columbus
Small repair visit$160–$373/job
Hourly rate$64–$133/hour
Drywall patch$160–$479/job
Furniture assembly$85–$266/job

Handyman prices in Columbus run about 7% 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 Columbus, rated 4.3★ on average across 749 customer reviews.

Columbus Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Columbus's weather means for scheduling handyman.

Last spring frost
April 15
First fall frost
October 26
Annual precipitation
39.31"
Heating degree days
5,250
Cooling degree days
1,034
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan22.6°36.5°2.73"
Feb25°40.6°2.25"
Mar32.7°51.1°3.02"
Apr42.6°63.5°3.4"
May52.2°72.9°4.17"
Jun61.5°81.6°4.01"
Jul65.5°84.9°4.79"
Aug64.1°83.7°3.32"
Sep56.5°77°2.84"
Oct45°65.1°2.61"
Nov36.1°52.6°3.2"
Dec26.8°40.1°2.97"

NOAA station data 5.73 miles from Columbus.

Permits & Regulations in OH

  • Since January 1, 2026, contractors doing residential remodeling, repair or renovation on one- to three-family homes must register with the OCILB as Home Improvement Contractors
  • Registration requires a background check, a $25,000 bond and liability insurance, with no exam
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Ohio OCILB Home Improvement Contractor registration (from January 1, 2026)

Sources: com.ohio.gov, com.ohio.gov

Handyman FAQs for Columbus

How much does a handyman cost in Columbus?

A small handyman repair visit in Columbus typically runs $160-$373.

How many handymen serve Columbus?

We track 10 handyman services serving Columbus.

Does a handyman need a license in OH?

In OH, Since January 1, 2026, contractors doing residential remodeling, repair or renovation on one- to three-family homes must register with the OCILB as Home Improvement Contractors. Larger jobs, or any electrical, plumbing or structural work, need a licensed contractor in Columbus.

Are handyman rates in Columbus above the national average?

Handyman work in Columbus runs about +6.5% versus the national average.

What should I fix before winter in Columbus?

With winter lows near 23F in Columbus, weatherstripping, door sweeps and caulking around windows are the most common pre-winter handyman jobs.

When should outdoor repairs be done in Columbus?

Exterior caulk and paint touch-ups need dry weather above about 40F; in Columbus that window closes around the first frost near October 26.

Is summer a good time for handyman work in Columbus?

Indoor jobs are fine year-round, but Columbus summer highs near 85F make attic, roof-line and exterior work slow and hard on materials like caulk and adhesives.

How is handyman work in Columbus usually priced?

Most Columbus handymen quote small repairs as a flat visit of $160-$373, or bill hourly for open-ended lists.