how much does a handyman cost
By the Hour. A handyman who works independently will usually charge around $60 to $65 an hour on average. Depending on where you live the actual price range can run from $55 to $75 for an independent operator. A handyman who is part of a larger business can charge up to $125 an hour or more. If a flat rate job is $150 and the handyman gets the job done in an hour, youâve paid him $150 an hour. 2  However, if the flat rate job is $150 and complications cause the job to take four hours, youâre paying $37.50 an hour.