A handyman costs on average between 50 and 1,500 euros, depending on the job. From assembling furniture and hanging doors to small painting jobs. Compare prices and find the best handyman via Moving.nl.
Average cost for a handyman (average)
A handyman is the most affordable option for small jobs in and around the house. The hourly rate is on average between 35 and 55 euros excluding VAT. Most handymen charge a minimum rate of 1 to 2 hours, so it pays to bundle several jobs together. Material costs are usually not included and will be charged separately.
The most requested jobs are assembling furniture (50-150 euros per piece of furniture), hanging doors (80-200 euros per door) and replacing taps (60-150 euros per tap). Small painting work such as a door or frame costs 100 to 400 euros. Garden maintenance such as pruning, weeding or repairing a fence costs 100 to 250 euros per half day.
A handyman is the right choice for all kinds of small jobs that you cannot or do not want to do yourself. Consider hanging shelves, curtain rails or lamps, assembling flatpack furniture, replacing a door lock or repairing minor damage. For larger or specialist jobs such as electrical work, plumbing or tiling, it is better to call in a professional.
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| Service | From | To | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Handyman hourly rate | €35 | €55 | per hour |
| Assembling furniture (IKEA etc.) | €50 | €150 | per piece of furniture |
| Hang up the interior door | €80 | €200 | per door |
| Replace tap | €60 | €150 | per tap |
| Small painting job | €100 | €400 | per job |
| Garden maintenance (part of the day) | €100 | €250 | per half day |
Simple jobs such as hanging a shelf are cheaper than more complex jobs such as hanging a door or replacing a tap.
Many handymen charge a minimum rate of 1 to 2 hours. It pays to bundle several small jobs in one visit.
Material is usually not included in the hourly rate. Discuss in advance whether the handyman will bring the materials or whether you will purchase them yourself.
In the Randstad, rates are 10 to 20 percent higher than in other regions. Call-out costs vary from 0 to 30 euros.
The hourly rate of a handyman in 2026 will be between 35 and 55 euros excluding VAT. Including VAT, this amounts to 42 to 67 euros per hour. Many handymen charge a minimum rate of 1 to 2 hours.
A handyman is an all-rounder who carries out various small jobs: assembling furniture, hanging doors, replacing taps, attaching shelves, minor painting, wallpapering, hanging lamps, garden maintenance and more. For specialist work (electricity, plumbing) it is better to call in a specialist.
Professional handymen have commercial liability insurance. Always ask about this, because otherwise you will be liable for damage during the work. You will only find verified handymen via Moving.nl.
A handyman is ideal for small, diverse jobs that do not require specialist knowledge. It is better to call in a professional for electrical, plumbing, plasterwork or tiling work. It has the right certification and tools for a professional result.
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