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Handyman in Charleston, SC

Compare 9 local handyman pros. Typical service: $147–$343.

Top Handyman Companies in Charleston

  1. 1.Rapid Repairs

    4.9★ (957 reviews)

    4.9★ from 957 reviews

  2. 2.WS Charleston Odd Jobs & Handyman Services

    4.9★ (77 reviews)

    4.9★ from 77 reviews

  3. 3.Charleston Real Estate Repairs

    4.9★ (29 reviews)

    4.9★ from 29 reviews

  4. 4.High Tide Remodeling

    4.8★ (25 reviews)

    4.8★ from 25 reviews

  5. 5.Charleston & Daniel Island Property Concierge

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

  6. 6.Charleston Handyman

    4.0★ (4 reviews)

    4.0★ from 4 reviews

  7. 7.Euro Enterprises. Handyman and Concierge Services

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  8. 8.DI Handyman

  9. 9.3 Guys Handyman

Handyman Cost in Charleston

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

ServiceTypical range in Charleston
Small repair visit$147–$343/job
Hourly rate$59–$122/hour
Drywall patch$147–$441/job
Furniture assembly$78–$245/job

Handyman prices in Charleston run about 2% below 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 9 companies serving Charleston, rated 4.8★ on average across 1,100 customer reviews.

Charleston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Charleston's weather means for scheduling handyman.

Last spring frost
February 6
First fall frost
December 23
Annual precipitation
44.42"
Heating degree days
1,736
Cooling degree days
2,375
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42.8°56.7°2.94"
Feb45.5°59.6°2.51"
Mar51.6°65°3.3"
Apr58.8°72°2.53"
May67.1°78.7°2.16"
Jun74°84.5°4.65"
Jul76.9°87.6°5.4"
Aug76.1°86.4°6.71"
Sep71.8°82°5.76"
Oct62.5°74.6°3.67"
Nov53.6°67.3°2.19"
Dec45.6°59.5°2.6"

NOAA station data 4.64 miles from Charleston.

Permits & Regulations in SC

  • South Carolina requires Residential Builders Commission registration for residential specialty work over $500
  • Specialty registration requires an affidavit of experience rather than an exam
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: SC Residential Specialty Contractor registration (work over $500)

Sources: llr.sc.gov

Handyman FAQs for Charleston

How much does a handyman cost in Charleston?

A small handyman repair visit in Charleston typically runs $147-$343.

How many handymen serve Charleston?

We track 9 handyman services serving Charleston.

Does a handyman need a license in SC?

In SC, South Carolina requires Residential Builders Commission registration for residential specialty work over $500. Larger jobs, or any electrical, plumbing or structural work, need a licensed contractor in Charleston.

Are handyman rates in Charleston above the national average?

Handyman work in Charleston runs about -2.1% versus the national average.

What should I fix before winter in Charleston?

With winter lows near 43F in Charleston, weatherstripping, door sweeps and caulking around windows are the most common pre-winter handyman jobs.

When should outdoor repairs be done in Charleston?

Exterior caulk and paint touch-ups need dry weather above about 40F; in Charleston that window closes around the first frost near December 23.

Is summer a good time for handyman work in Charleston?

Indoor jobs are fine year-round, but Charleston summer highs near 88F make attic, roof-line and exterior work slow and hard on materials like caulk and adhesives.

How is handyman work in Charleston usually priced?

Most Charleston handymen quote small repairs as a flat visit of $147-$343, or bill hourly for open-ended lists.