4.8 from 138 Google Reviews

TRH · The Real Handyman

Reliable Help for the Jobs Around Your Home

From everyday repairs and maintenance to carpentry, installations, and home improvements, Scott provides practical, professional help for homeowners in Richmond, BC.

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25+ YearsExperience
4.8 ★Google Rating
138+Google Reviews
WorkmanshipGuaranteed

Scott, The Real Handyman, in his fully equipped workshop in Richmond, BC

No Dispatchers. No Middlemen.

Deal Directly With Your Handyman

When you call or email, you're reaching Scott — not a call center or a scheduler. Scott is who answers, Scott is who quotes the job, and Scott is who shows up to do the work.

Direct LineYour call or email goes straight to Scott.
One Person, Start to FinishThe person who hears about your job is the person who does it.
No MiddlemenNo subcontractors, no work handed off to someone else.

Scott, The Real Handyman, soldering a copper pipe joint on a plumbing repair

About The Real Handyman

A Handyman You Can Feel Comfortable Calling

I'm Scott, the person behind The Real Handyman. For more than 25 years I've handled repairs, maintenance, carpentry, installations and improvement projects around the house — the kind of work where knowing who's coming through your door matters as much as the work itself.

Whether it's one repair or a list of smaller jobs you've been putting off, get in touch and tell me what you need — I'll explain the work clearly and take care to do it properly.

Experienced25+ years of hands-on experience.
ReliableClear communication and dependable service.
RespectfulCareful work and respect for your home.

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What I Can Help With

One Handyman. Many Home Repairs.

Every home has a different list of things that need attention. Here's a look at some of the work Scott can help with.

Caulking

Re-caulking tubs, showers, sinks and counters to stop leaks and keep them looking fresh.

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Drywall Repairs

Patching, sanding and touch-up painting for holes, cracks and water damage.

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Faucet Repairs & Replacements

Fixing leaks, replacing worn parts and swapping in new fixtures.

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Light Fixture Repairs & Replacements

Swapping out fixtures, switches and minor lighting repairs.

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Door Repairs

Adjustments, hardware, hinges and lock repairs for doors and windows.

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Carpentry

Repairs, trim, moulding and custom carpentry.

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Cabinets

Repairs, modifications, hardware and shelving.

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Plumbing

Minor repairs, fixtures and general maintenance.

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Flooring

Repairs, installation and replacement.

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Electrical

Minor repairs and handyman-level installations.

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Stairs & Fencing

Repairs, maintenance and improvements.

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Custom Projects

Don't see your project? Ask Scott.

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Pricing

Simple, Fair Pricing

Work is billed by time, not a fixed-price quote — a straightforward hourly rate, billed in 30-minute increments, whether the job takes an hour or a full day.

$84/hr

Weekday Rate

Monday–Friday, GST included.

$126/hr

Weekend Rate

Saturday & Sunday, GST included.

30 min

Billing Increment

All work is billed in 30-minute increments.

MaterialsYou're only charged for the time it takes to pick them up — materials and receipts go straight to you.
PaymentDue on completion, cheques preferred. An invoice and material receipts are emailed within two weeks.
Workshop WorkA small $10/hr surcharge applies only when a job needs Scott's fully equipped workshop.

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My Principles

The Standard I Hold Myself To

I offer exactly the type of service I would expect to receive in my own home — showing up on time and doing quality work at a fair price. Here's what you can count on when I work for you.