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Handyman in Knoxville, TN

Compare 10 local handyman pros. Typical service: $140–$326.

Top Handyman Companies in Knoxville

  1. 1.Mr. Handyman of West Knoxville

    4.8★ (991 reviews)

    4.8★ from 991 reviews

    +18654090822Website

  2. 2.Tennessee Fine Line Painting restoration and handyman duties

    4.9★ (104 reviews)

    4.9★ from 104 reviews

    +18654159572Website

  3. 3.The Premier Handyman

    4.8★ (110 reviews)

    4.8★ from 110 reviews

    +18652065375Website

  4. 4.Pinky's Handyman

    5.0★ (58 reviews)

    5.0★ from 58 reviews

    +18658000098Website

  5. 5.Lopez Handyman Services

    4.8★ (42 reviews)

    4.8★ from 42 reviews

    +18652660251Website

  6. 6.Rapid Repairs and Renovations

    4.7★ (29 reviews)

    4.7★ from 29 reviews

    +18655852789Website

  7. 7.American Handyman

    5.0★ (19 reviews)

    5.0★ from 19 reviews

    +18653205655Website

  8. 8.Knoxville- Handyman

    4.7★ (12 reviews)

    4.7★ from 12 reviews

    +18658980913

  9. 9.HandyMonkey ( Flooring, Tile Contractor, handyman )

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    Website

  10. 10.KnoxvilleProHandyman

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18653698147Website

Handyman Cost in Knoxville

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

ServiceTypical range in Knoxville
Small repair visit$140–$326/job
Hourly rate$56–$116/hour
Drywall patch$140–$419/job
Furniture assembly$74–$233/job

Handyman prices in Knoxville run about 7% 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 10 companies serving Knoxville, rated 4.9★ on average across 1,369 customer reviews.

Knoxville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Knoxville's weather means for scheduling handyman.

Last spring frost
April 11
First fall frost
October 30
Annual precipitation
51.93"
Heating degree days
3,955
Cooling degree days
1,339
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan27.2°47°4.84"
Feb29.6°51.6°4.63"
Mar36.1°61°4.64"
Apr43.7°69.8°4.31"
May53.4°77.6°4.8"
Jun62.6°84.9°3.9"
Jul66.8°87.8°5.57"
Aug65.5°87.5°3.35"
Sep58.2°82.1°3.74"
Oct46°71.5°2.84"
Nov36.3°60.4°4.24"
Dec29.7°49.5°5.07"

NOAA station data 5.01 miles from Knoxville.

Permits & Regulations in TN

  • Tennessee requires a home improvement license for residential remodeling between $3,000 and $25,000 in participating counties, and a contractor license at $25,000 and above
  • The home improvement license applies in counties that have opted into the program, including the largest metro counties
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Tennessee home improvement license ($3,000-$25,000) or contractor license ($25,000+)

Sources: www.tn.gov

Handyman FAQs for Knoxville

How much does a handyman cost in Knoxville?

A small handyman repair visit in Knoxville typically runs $140-$326.

How many handymen serve Knoxville?

We track 10 handyman services serving Knoxville.

Does a handyman need a license in TN?

In TN, Tennessee requires a home improvement license for residential remodeling between $3,000 and $25,000 in participating counties, and a contractor license at $25,000 and above. Larger jobs, or any electrical, plumbing or structural work, need a licensed contractor in Knoxville.

Are handyman rates in Knoxville above the national average?

Handyman work in Knoxville runs about -6.9% versus the national average.

What should I fix before winter in Knoxville?

With winter lows near 27F in Knoxville, weatherstripping, door sweeps and caulking around windows are the most common pre-winter handyman jobs.

When should outdoor repairs be done in Knoxville?

Exterior caulk and paint touch-ups need dry weather above about 40F; in Knoxville that window closes around the first frost near October 30.

Is summer a good time for handyman work in Knoxville?

Indoor jobs are fine year-round, but Knoxville 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 Knoxville usually priced?

Most Knoxville handymen quote small repairs as a flat visit of $140-$326, or bill hourly for open-ended lists.