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Handyman hourly rate in London: what you pay per hour in 2026.
A handyman is usually booked by the hour, and the minimum booking matters as much as the rate. This guide sets out the handyman hourly rate Hausio charges in London in 2026 and how to get the most out of a visit.
Handyman hourly rate in London
A Hausio handyman costs £65 per hour with a 3-hour minimum, so the smallest booking is £195. Each further hour is £65: four hours cost £260 and eight hours cost £520. There is no call-out fee.
| Booking | Price |
|---|---|
| 3 hours (minimum) | £195 |
| 4 hours | £260 |
| 8 hours | £520 |
| Each hour | £65 |
What the hourly rate covers
The rate covers a fully insured handyman with their own toolkit. Specialist materials are billed at cost. Travel and access are reviewed after the postcode request and confirmed before you book.
How to use the 3-hour minimum
Group several small jobs into one visit. A four-hour visit at £260 can cover 8–12 small tasks across a 1-bed flat: shelves, blinds, hooks, tap aerators, door alignment. Put the tasks in priority order and send photos, measurements and any product links.
How long common jobs take
- IKEA Malm bed: about 45 minutes.
- IKEA Pax wardrobe: 1.5–2 hours.
- Hemnes 4-drawer chest: about 30 minutes.
- Kallax 4×4: about 25 minutes.
Deposits and booking ahead
Sending a request is free. A booking made about a month ahead may require a £100 deposit, which is credited to the final bill.
For the service itself, see handyman services in London, or read how to hire a handyman in London.
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£65/hour with a 3-hour minimum (£195). Send your job list for an estimate.
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