Top 5 Handyman Services
in Barrie
We compared 5 Handyman Services serving Barrie, Ontario using publicly available business information, including customer reputation, local presence and documented services. Across the businesses featured here, documented specialties include TV wall mounting, Drywall repair and patching, and Appliance installation and repair.
↘ Barrie’s featured handyman services have a FiveBest Score below the Ontario benchmark.
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Wallet Friendly Handyman & Renovation Services lists Barrie as its home base and handles both small repairs and renovation work. Its handyman offering includes TV wall mounting, drywall repair, appliance installation and general odd jobs, with detailed upfront quotes and a stated 2–4-hour quote turnaround.
TV wall mounting · Drywall repair and patching · Appliance installation and repair
SCH Home Improvements documents handyman services for Barrie and the surrounding area, including dishwasher installation, room painting, yard work and drywall-damage repairs. The company also handles larger renovations, which may suit households seeking help with a standalone maintenance task or work connected to a broader home project.
Dishwasher installation · Room painting · Yard work
Furniture assembly, fence repair, TV wall mounting, door-lock installation and weather stripping are among Shamax Development Inc.'s listed handyman services. Based at 49 High Street in Barrie, the company also handles repair and renovation work, from smaller tasks to full-scale projects.
Furniture assembly · Fence repair · TV wall mounting
Handyman Service Expert documents everyday carpentry, home repairs, mounting and hanging, kitchen cabinet repairs, drywall, and painting. Its Barrie-area listing identifies Simcoe County and surrounding areas as its service area, making it relevant for repair and maintenance to-do lists that span several small household projects.
Everyday carpentry · Home repairs · Mounting and hanging
Virgil The Handyman is listed at 29 Golfdale Rd in Barrie under Home Maintenance & Repair, with the supplied 705-970-8419 phone number. For FiveBest’s Handyman Services category, the available public listing documents home maintenance and repair as its local offering.
Home maintenance and repair
Barrie handyman services score below the Ontario benchmark
Featured handyman services in Barrie have a median FiveBest Score™ of 62/100, compared with 67/100 for featured handyman services across Ontario.
Among nearby FiveBest markets, handyman services in Newmarket (67/100) and handyman services in Aurora (63/100) score higher.
Comparison based on profiles currently featured by FiveBest in this category with an available FiveBest Score™.
How we researched Handyman Services in Barrie
FiveBest reviews publicly available information for Handyman Services serving Barrie.
- Google rating and review history
- Documented services
- Years in business when available
- Barrie and surrounding service coverage
- Business website and online presence
- Independent reputation signals when available
Research last updated: September 2026
Common Services
- General home repairs in Barrie
- Drywall patching and repair in Barrie
- Furniture assembly in Barrie
- Shelf and wall-mount installation in Barrie
- Door, trim and hardware repair in Barrie
- Caulking and weatherproofing in Barrie
How to Choose a handyman in Barrie
Compare handyman services in Barrie for minor home repairs, drywall patching, furniture assembly, shelving, fixture installation, door and trim repair, caulking, painting touch-ups, seasonal maintenance and small renovation projects. FiveBest helps homeowners and property managers compare selected local handymen in one place.
Compare selected handyman services in Barrie for home repairs, drywall, furniture assembly, fixture installation, carpentry, maintenance and small renovation projects.
Choose someone experienced with the specific repairs, assembly, carpentry, drywall or maintenance work on your list.
For regulated electrical, plumbing, gas or structural work, confirm whether a qualified licensed trade is required.
Ask about hourly versus fixed pricing, minimum charges, travel time, materials and markup.
Confirm appropriate liability coverage for work inside or around your property.
Provide photos and a written list so materials, tools and time can be estimated more accurately.
Ask what cleanup is included and whether workmanship is guaranteed for completed repairs.
What Affects Handyman Costs
- Type of task
- Number of tasks
- Hourly versus fixed pricing
- Minimum service charge
- Materials and hardware
- Access and working height
- Travel time
- Special tools required
- Cleanup and disposal
Questions to Ask a Handyman
- Have you completed this type of repair before?
- Do you charge hourly or by the task?
- Is there a minimum service charge?
- Who purchases materials and how are they billed?
- Is any part of this work better handled by a licensed trade?
- Do you carry liability insurance?
- Is cleanup included?
- Do you guarantee your workmanship?
Frequently Asked Questions
Handyman pricing in Barrie depends on the type and number of tasks, labour time, required materials, accessibility and minimum service charges. Grouping several small jobs into one visit may be more efficient.
A handyman may handle minor repairs, drywall patching, furniture assembly, shelving, door adjustments, caulking, trim work, fixture installation and general maintenance. Regulated electrical, plumbing or structural work may require a licensed specialist.
Many handymen accept task lists and complete several compatible jobs during one appointment. Provide photos, measurements and a detailed list so the contractor can estimate time and materials.
Some handymen supply common materials and charge them separately, while others ask the customer to purchase specific items. Confirm material selection, markups, receipts and disposal before work begins.
Hire the appropriate licensed professional when work involves regulated electrical or plumbing systems, structural changes, gas, major roofing, permits or specialized safety requirements.
Compare relevant experience, insurance, written estimates, minimum charges, material policies, scheduling, workmanship guarantees, photos of similar work and recent customer reviews.