The UK's Handyman Directory

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Search your town or postcode to find a handyman near you. Compare local handymen and odd job men, then contact them direct - free to browse, no booking fees, no middleman.

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A dripping tap, a door that will not shut, a flat-pack wardrobe still boxed in the hall. The sort of job that is not worth calling a specialist for, but still needs doing properly. That is what a handyman is for. Put your town or postcode in the search above and you will see local handymen near you, ready to quote.

Some people say odd job man, some say local handyman, and plenty just want someone reliable for general property maintenance and home repairs. It is the same trade. Our directory lists independent tradespeople across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, so you can find a handyman near you and get in touch direct. Free to search, no booking fee, and no commission taken out of the job.

How It Works

Get the job done in three simple steps.

1
Search

Enter your town or postcode to find trusted local handymen in seconds using our smart location search.

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Browse Listings

View profiles, read reviews, and check availability to find the handyman that best matches your job.

3
Contact

Reach your tradesperson directly to discuss the job and get it booked - no middleman, no booking fees.

Browse Handymen by Region

Choose your part of the UK to see the regions and counties we cover and find trusted tradespeople in your local area.

England

London
Greater London · England
All 32 boroughs and the City, grouped into Central, North, East, West and South London.
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South East
Kent · Surrey · Hampshire
From the Surrey Hills and the Garden of England to the New Forest and the Solent.
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East of England
Essex · Hertfordshire
The M25 commuter towns and the Chiltern edge out to the Essex coast.
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South West
Bristol · Devon
From Georgian Bristol and the Floating Harbour to Dartmoor granite and the two coasts.
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West Midlands
Birmingham & the Black Country · England
All 7 metropolitan boroughs, from Birmingham and Solihull to Coventry and Wolverhampton.
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East Midlands
Derbyshire · Nottinghamshire · Leicestershire
From the Peak District and the old coalfield to the Trent and the National Forest.
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North West
Greater Manchester · Merseyside · Lancashire
From the Liverpool waterfront and Manchester to the Fylde coast and the mill towns.
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Yorkshire & the Humber
West & South Yorkshire · Hull
From the Pennine mill towns and the city regions to the Humber estuary.
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North East
Tyne & Wear · Tees Valley
From the Newcastle Quayside and the coast to industrial Teesside and Darlington.
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Wales

South East Wales
Cardiff · Wales
The capital and the valleys - Cardiff is live now, with Newport, the Vale of Glamorgan and the South Wales valleys on the way.
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South West Wales
Swansea · Wales
Swansea Bay and the Gower - Swansea is live now, with Neath Port Talbot, Bridgend, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire on the way.
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North Wales
Wrexham · Wales
The border city and the Dee Valley - Wrexham is live now, with Flintshire, Denbighshire, Conwy, Gwynedd and Anglesey on the way.
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Scotland

Greater Glasgow & Strathclyde
Glasgow · Scotland
Scotland's biggest city and the Clyde conurbation - Glasgow is live now, with Paisley, Hamilton, East Kilbride, Motherwell and the Ayrshire coast on the way.
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Edinburgh & the Lothians
Edinburgh · Scotland
Scotland's capital and the Lothians - Edinburgh is live now, with Livingston, Dalkeith, Musselburgh and the East Lothian coast towns on the way.
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Aberdeen & the North East
Aberdeen · Scotland
The Granite City and the North East - Aberdeen is live now, with Stonehaven, Inverurie, Westhill, Ellon, Peterhead and the Aberdeenshire towns on the way.
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Northern Ireland

Greater Belfast
Belfast · Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland's capital and city region - Belfast is live now, with Lisburn, Bangor, Newtownards, Holywood and Newtownabbey on the way.
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Recently Added Handymen

The latest local tradespeople to join the directory - tap any listing for contact details, services and opening hours.

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Why Use UK Handyman Directory?

Find the right tradesperson for the job, fast.

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Browse handymen near you with local area search. More towns and cities added regularly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the UK Handyman Directory.

For Homeowners
For Tradespeople
What is the UK Handyman Directory?+
A free online directory helping homeowners across the UK find trusted local handymen and tradespeople - no account or booking fees required.
How do I find a handyman near me?+
Use the search bar on the homepage, enter your town or postcode, and browse local listings to find a tradesperson that suits your job.
Are the handymen on this site verified?+
Handymen listed on the directory have provided their own business details. We recommend always checking licences, insurance, and reviews before hiring.
Is it free to use for homeowners?+
Yes, completely free. No sign-up needed - just search and contact a tradesperson directly.
How do I contact a handyman?+
Each listing includes the tradesperson's contact details. You reach out to them directly - there's no middleman or booking system involved.
What types of jobs can handymen help with?+
Most handymen handle general home maintenance and repairs - flat-pack assembly, minor carpentry, patching walls, door and window repairs, and more. Always confirm the scope with your tradesperson before booking.
What is the difference between a handyman and an odd job man?+
Not much. Odd job man is simply an older name for the same trade. Whether a listing calls itself a handyman, a local handyman or an odd job man, you are hiring someone for general repairs and the small jobs that build up around a home.
Can I find handyman services near me for property maintenance?+
Yes. Search your town or postcode and you will see local handymen who take on general property maintenance and home repairs - guttering, fence fixes, sealing, painting, shelves and the odd jobs that pile up. Bigger or specialist work, such as gas or major electrics, still needs a registered specialist.
How do I list my business?+
Click "List your business" at the top of the page and fill in your details. It only takes about 2 minutes to set up your profile.
Is it free to list my business?+
Yes, listing your business is completely free. There are no hidden fees or commissions.
What information do I need to create a listing?+
You'll need your business name, contact details, service area, and a brief description of the services you offer. A profile photo or logo also helps attract more customers.
How do customers contact me?+
Customers contact you directly via the details in your listing. There's no middleman, no booking system, and no commission on jobs.
How do I update or remove my listing?+
Contact us via the website and we'll assist you with any changes or removal of your listing.