Top 5 handymen in Liverpool who will screw problems away (literally!)
You finally set aside a Saturday to fix that wobbly shelf, patch the peeling paint in the hallway, and even tackle that weird humming noise from the kitchen light.
But two hours in, you’re knee-deep in unfamiliar tools you barely know how to use, and somehow, the shelf looks worse than before. Sounds familiar?
Sometimes, it’s not about being unable—it’s about having someone who can do it faster, safer, and properly the first time. That’s where a reliable handyman comes in.
The city has its fair share of skilled pros who handle all the odd jobs most of us put off, without overcharging or ghosting halfway through the job. And this list will point you to some of the best local handymen in Liverpool, worth calling when DIY turns into “Why did I even try?”
How much does it cost to hire a handyman in Liverpool?
Hiring a handyman in Liverpool typically costs between £25 and £50 per hour, depending on the task and location. Meanwhile, plumbing and electrical work may cost £40 to £50 per hour. For bigger jobs, some handymen offer half-day rates around £100-£130 or full-day rates between £180-£250.
1. Childwall Home Solutions
Location: 96 North Barcombe Road, L16 7PZ
Contact: +447396398108
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Childwall Home Solutions handles the tricky everyday fixes—resealing baths, replacing locks, fitting blinds, and even making custom wooden gates.
However, they don’t handle electrical or gas jobs, so you’ll still need to hire a specialist for those. It’s just a bit disappointing if you were hoping for a more all-in-one solution.
Regardless, reliability is one of their strongest points. With over 30 years of experience, Disclosure and Barring Service clearance, and £1M insurance cover, they give plenty of peace of mind.
They even offer a one-hour arrival window and send a quick text before showing up. It’s something many customers really appreciate.
Pricing is also straightforward at £42 for the first hour and £21 for every half-hour after. While clear, the rates are on the higher end, and extras like jet washing come at an additional cost.
On a positive note, reviews often praise the team’s neat, professional work and friendly approach—ticks for quality and customer experience.
Professional and courteous
“I asked Nick if he could hang a bedroom door for me however it turned out not to be as simple as I thought and the job didn’t come without a few obstacles along the way. In the end I ended up needing 2 doors hung but this did mean I now had 4 matching doors/handles on my landing and to be honest it looks much better. Regardless of how complex this not so simple job became, Nick was able to tackle the issues head on and did a fantastic job. The standard of Nicks work is extremely high and I found him just as professional and courteous. His time keeping and communication prior to arrival is also to be commended for as I’ve discovered in recent weeks, through house renovations, many tradesmen do not show the same level of respect. I would have no hesitation in using Nicks services again or recommending him to others.”
- Nicola Dunlop, Google Review
Prompt in reply, quoting, and carrying out work
“I found Nick when looking for a local company and was very impressed with the many 5 star reviews and contacted him to do various jobs for me. Replace a sink, remove a unit, replace door locks, sort out kitchen cupboards, erect shelves and do some painting . . . to name a few! Nick was prompt in replying, quoting and carrying out the work to an exemplary standard. Our daughter is now booking Nick to build a child’s cabin bed – a man of very many talents and one who I would highly recommend! Thanks Nick!!”
- Wisteria May, Google Review
2. Red Squirrel Property Management Ltd
Location: 7a Moorgate Rd N, Moorgate Rd S, L33 7XW
Contact: +447841012222
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
When the usual handyman tasks aren’t enough, these guys take over. Red Squirrel handles everything from general home repairs, deep cleans, ground maintenance, and specialist tree work (complete with stump grinding).
For businesses, they even offer full facility contracts that include lighting checks, drainage, and PAT testing—all under one roof.
They also get high marks for being honest, friendly, and professional. As a matter of fact, many reviewers praise their speed and tidiness at work.
From what people say, the tree removal and site clearance get the most praise. Customers also mentioned thorough cleanups, which is exactly what customers—and we—look for.
A lot of them also appreciate how smooth communication is on bigger projects like garden clearance.
However, not everyone loves the quote-based pricing, especially for smaller jobs. It means you need to reach out before you can budget accurately, and we find that time-consuming. Plus, if you just need a quick fix, their service might feel like overkill compared to a standard handyman.
I would highly recommend
“I would highly reccomend Red Squirrel, I had 3 trees that needed removing, they came and gave me a quote which was very reasonable considering the size of the trees and it was broken down so I knew exactly what I was getting for my money, I didnt realise they could remove the stumps but they had the machinery to do so which was great. The lads were at the job early and the place was left immaculate when they had finished. I would have no problem at all using them again and would also pass their details on to all my friends and family.”
- Danny Roman, Google Review
Communication has been brilliant right the way through
“We used Red Squirrel for site clearance on land we had for a property development in North Wales. Communication had been brilliant right the way through and they took care of all the paper work so it was hassle free for us. Jake and the team were fantastic throughout and worked precisely to plan and quickly from the moment they arrived. I’d highly recommend using Red Squirrel for any property maintenance or site clearance jobs you have!”
- A Cerys, Google Review
3. GB Property Services
Location: 42 Belton Rd, L36 3XL
Contact: +447979102152
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
GB Property Services is a one-man operation run by Graham. It has become a go-to for homeowners who want multiple jobs handled in one visit, at a lower price.
Fully insured and DBS-checked, Graham’s been praised for being punctual, professional, and easy to deal with. These are the traits you’d exactly need when letting someone into your home.
The range of services is also impressive. It includes plumbing repairs, flooring touch-ups, painting, TV wall mounting, and even outdoor work such as gutter cleaning. That versatility is what customers love most, as it saves them from booking multiple trades for small but time-consuming jobs.
Pricing is another strong point. It starts at £25 for the first 30 minutes, £20 for each additional half-hour, and half and full-day rates for longer jobs. Overall, these are genuinely reasonable rates.
The only downside is that not everyone had a positive experience, particularly with communication. Some even mentioned that calls went unanswered.
Very reliable and diligent
“As a landlord with several properties I’ve used Greg of GB Property Services several times now having initially found him on MyBuilder. He’s very reliable and diligent taking pride in getting the job done to a high standard, and his pricing is not excessive either. The jobs I’ve used him for are replacing the sealant and trim around a bath, regrouting a shower, repairing internal doors, laying laminate flooring. The most recent project was a kitchen that urgently needed fitting and plumbed in after another tradesperson let me down. He fitted the kitchen over two 10 hour days giving up his Saturday to get the job done. I highly recommend GB Property Services.”
- David Bowser, Google Review
The work was carried out to an excellent standard
“Greg assessed work to be done on a very uneven patio area with a raised concrete grid causing a tripping hazard. After a meeting and discussion, Greg gave me a very good estimate and kept to his word on his availability. Despite the difficulties Greg faced with the bad weather, on lifting flags and fully laying good ground work to relay flags and refit the grid his work and communication were excellent throughout. I could text or call him and he would always reply if needed. The work was carried out to an excellent standard and extra work was included for some brick pointing work. I would highly recommend Greg to others for maintenance and property work and hope to use GB again in the near future. Thank you.”
- Jackie Larty, Google Review
4. I am Flat Pack Man
Location: 54 St James St, L1 0AB
Contact: +447457404657
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
When your to-do list is full of boxed furniture, this service focuses on one thing: flat-pack assembly—hence the name “I Am Flat Pack Man.”
From wardrobes and beds to desks, shelving units, and even bigger jobs like sheds or trampolines, they handle the builds that usually take up an entire afternoon.
They also cover finishing touches such as TV wall mounting, curtain and blind fitting, and shelving, so you can get everything set up in one go.
Customers often praise the speed and neatness of the work, especially with complex multi-piece sets from brands like IKEA, Argos, or John Lewis.
However, it’s worth noting a few limits. This is a specialist service, not a full handyman option. So, there are no plumbing, electrical, or repair jobs.
Also, whole-room setups can get expensive (ranging from £150 to £250), especially when large-item assembly adds up.
Exceeded expectations
“I am delighted with my wardrobes . After several extortionate quotes , one which was 23 k from a well known company I shopped around and ended up in IKEA designing exactly what I wanted the lady there mentioned “I am flat pack man “ to install them for me as I needed hole cutting for hairdryer to be plugged in behind and possibly 2 cm cut from height so I contacted them for a quote and they arranged to come out day after IKEA delivered and wow they were so friendly and professional it turned out they didn’t need to take any from height so we’re honest enough to say they would take money off my original quote , they cleaned up after themselves the finish is 5 star I can’t rate or recommend them enough I wouldn’t hesitate in booking these guys to assemble your IKEA Pax wardrobes they have exceeded my expectations thank you Graham and Gareth top guys 👍”
- Lisa T., Google Review
Really happy with the work
“We found these after being let down and messed around by other tradesmen. I was really happy with the work. Good communication from the first contact onwards. Very clear quote. Arrived when they said they would. They had some good suggestions of details to think about before the visit and during the visit. It felt really easy to have them around the house and crucially they got the job done well and dealt with a few hurdles along the way with different wall construction in several rooms. The job was assembling some ikea wardrobes and three bathroom cabinets and fixing (very!) firmly to walls. Saved me a load of time and effort. They didn’t stop, wouldnt have a cup of tea and were all done by lunchtime. I suspect it would taken me a whole weekend or more and I still may not have got the wall fixings right or as solid…or as level with a good finish…as they did. Fully recommend these lads. Save yourself the effort if you have the option.”
- Ant Manchester, Google Review
5. Bowers Property Services
Location: Brookwood Rd, L36 7SF
Contact: +447756080467
If you need more than quick fixes, Bowers Property Services brings together cleaning, maintenance, and refurbishment under one service.
They handle everything from deep cleans and end-of-tenancy refreshes to full kitchen and bathroom installations. These installations include plumbing, tiling, and electrical work.
We like that they also offer services for landlords and Airbnb guests. These include laundry, key holding, guest switchover, and builders’ cleans. The handy thing is, you won’t be juggling a bunch of separate bookings just to keep on top of the basics.
Additionally, compared to Red Squirrel, which excels in outdoor and grounds maintenance, Bowers is a better fit for indoor refurbishments and cleaning-intensive projects.
Their DBS check, along with a fully insured team, also adds peace of mind. However, like many other services, they’re quote-based, which can feel less predictable for small jobs. Also, this would mean that availability may be tighter for quick call-outs.
They also require advance booking for most services, so they’re not suitable for last-minute fixes.
Totally professional and really friendly
“I needed a large 5 bedroom, 3 reception room House cleaned and ready to go on the market after a house clearance had left rubble and dirt throughout. I was worried the initial assessment and price wasn’t thorough enough, it would cost more and I’d have to take time from work to deal with any problems. I couldn’t have been more wrong. When the cleaners turned up (before I did) they were enthusiastic and determined to tackle the job in the agreed time and price. I returned to work and only heard from them when they had finished and on time. The house had never smelt so fresh and clean and every surface was sparkling! The problem areas I’d identified had been thoroughly dealt with to a similar high standard. At a time when companies fail to deliver its refreshing to recommend Bowers. They were fantastic! Totally professional and really friendly. Give them a call even if you think, like I did, the job is to big. Highly recommended.”
- Dave M., Google Review
The nicest company I’ve dealt with
“Danielle and team are a godsend!!! The nicest company I’ve dealt with in a while. I had a Short Term Rental apartment cleaned and a couple of internal door handles fixed. I found the communications most impressive- the fact Danielle checks back on every detail of the job and gives great feedback on every aspect. I highly recommend this family owned company to anyone and will definitely use again myself. Thanks Danielle & Team – you’re doing a great job!! 5*s.”
- Bren Parkins-Knight, Google Review