Top Handyman Companies in Salt Lake City
1.Ace Handyman Services Salt Lake City East
4.9★ (568 reviews)
4.9★ from 568 reviews
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Handyman Cost in Salt Lake City
Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.
| Service | Typical range in Salt Lake City |
|---|---|
| Small repair visit | $159–$372/job |
| Hourly rate | $64–$133/hour |
| Drywall patch | $159–$478/job |
| Furniture assembly | $85–$266/job |
Handyman prices in Salt Lake City run about 6% 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 Salt Lake City, rated 4.0★ on average across 1,068 customer reviews.
Salt Lake City Climate & Seasonal Timing
What Salt Lake City's weather means for scheduling handyman.
- Last spring frost
- April 20
- First fall frost
- October 23
- Annual precipitation
- 16.1"
- Heating degree days
- 5,607
- Cooling degree days
- 1,159
| Month | Low | High | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21.6° | 37.4° | 1.25" |
| Feb | 25.2° | 43.2° | 1.25" |
| Mar | 33.6° | 53.7° | 1.79" |
| Apr | 39.5° | 61.6° | 1.99" |
| May | 47.8° | 71.9° | 1.95" |
| Jun | 56.4° | 83° | 0.98" |
| Jul | 64.7° | 92.6° | 0.61" |
| Aug | 63.4° | 90.5° | 0.69" |
| Sep | 53° | 79.2° | 1.21" |
| Oct | 41.3° | 64.7° | 1.52" |
| Nov | 30.6° | 49.4° | 1.45" |
| Dec | 22.6° | 38° | 1.41" |
NOAA station data 1.83 miles from Salt Lake City.
Permits & Regulations in UT
- Utah exempts projects under $7,000 in labor and materials from contractor licensing, provided the worker files a handyman exemption affirmation with DOPL
- Projects of $3,000 or more under the exemption require general liability insurance
- Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size
License required: Utah handyman exemption (projects under $7,000)
Sources: dopl.utah.gov, commerce.utah.gov, le.utah.gov
Handyman FAQs for Salt Lake City
How much does a handyman cost in Salt Lake City?
A small handyman repair visit in Salt Lake City typically runs $159-$372.
How many handymen serve Salt Lake City?
We track 10 handyman services serving Salt Lake City.
Does a handyman need a license in UT?
In UT, Utah exempts projects under $7,000 in labor and materials from contractor licensing, provided the worker files a handyman exemption affirmation with DOPL. Larger jobs, or any electrical, plumbing or structural work, need a licensed contractor in Salt Lake City.
Are handyman rates in Salt Lake City above the national average?
Handyman work in Salt Lake City runs about +6.2% versus the national average.
What should I fix before winter in Salt Lake City?
With winter lows near 22F in Salt Lake City, weatherstripping, door sweeps and caulking around windows are the most common pre-winter handyman jobs.
When should outdoor repairs be done in Salt Lake City?
Exterior caulk and paint touch-ups need dry weather above about 40F; in Salt Lake City that window closes around the first frost near October 23.
Is summer a good time for handyman work in Salt Lake City?
Indoor jobs are fine year-round, but Salt Lake City summer highs near 93F make attic, roof-line and exterior work slow and hard on materials like caulk and adhesives.
How is handyman work in Salt Lake City usually priced?
Most Salt Lake City handymen quote small repairs as a flat visit of $159-$372, or bill hourly for open-ended lists.
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