How much does a handyman cost in Florida?
Updated November 5, 2026 · HireAnyPro cost guide for Florida homeowners
Short answer: hourly rate typically costs $60–$125 per hour in Florida in 2026. Prices for 7 common jobs are below. These are planning estimates, not quotes: the only way to know your price is to compare written quotes from local pros.
Handyman prices in Florida (2026)
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Hourly rate | $60–$125 per hour |
| Minimum / trip charge | $75–$150 |
| Mount a TV | $100–$300 |
| Drywall patch and paint | $150–$450 |
| Hang or replace an interior door | $250–$800 |
| Furniture assembly | $60–$200 |
| Install hurricane shutters (existing hardware) | $100–$400 |
Get up to 3 free quotes from handyman pros near you
Pick a service and your city, describe the job once, and we send it to up to 3 top-rated pros. Free, no obligation.
Typical in Florida: Hourly rate $60–$125 per hour (2026 estimate). See the Handyman cost guide →
What changes the price
- Number of tasks in one visit
- Materials supplied by you or the handyman
- Minimum charges
- Work that legally needs a licensed trade
Before you hire
- Make a list and book one visit for several small jobs.
- Ask whether the price is hourly or per task.
- Check county licensing and insurance.
What is different in Florida
Florida has no statewide handyman license, but handymen cannot do work that needs a licensed contractor, such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing or structural work. See also: how to check a contractor license in Florida.
Prices by city
The same Florida ranges, with how many handyman pros HireAnyPro lists in each city. Only cities with at least 3 listings are linked.
Compare handyman pros in your city
HireAnyPro lists 976 Florida handyman businesses, average Google rating 4.76 across 51,618 reviews (full ratings data).
Frequently asked questions
How much does a handyman cost in Florida?
It depends on the job. Hourly rate typically costs $60–$125 per hour in Florida in 2026. Minimum / trip charge: $75–$150. Mount a TV: $100–$300.
Does a handyman need a license in Florida?
There is no state handyman license, but some counties license handymen, and any electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing or structural work needs a licensed contractor.
Why do quotes vary so much?
The biggest factors are number of tasks in one visit; materials supplied by you or the handyman; minimum charges. Getting 3 written quotes for the same scope is the best way to see the real local price.
How do I get a free quote from handyman pros near me?
Use the HireAnyPro quote form on this page or on your city page: pick your city and describe the job, and up to 3 local handyman pros can reply. It is free and there is no obligation.
How we estimate: ranges are typical installed prices for Florida homes in 2026. On 2026-11-05 we checked each guide’s headline job against at least two public sources (Angi, HomeGuide, Fixr, EnergySage, and Florida contractor guides where available) and logged sources in our cost-sources file; secondary jobs use those guides or a related planning estimate. South Florida and resort areas tend to sit at the high end, North Florida and the Panhandle at the low end. Prices are not quotes and change with materials, season and storms. See Sources below.
Sources
Other cost guides: Plumber · AC Repair and HVAC · Roof Replacement and Repair · Electrician · House Painting · Landscaping and Lawn Care · House Cleaning · Pest Control · Flooring Installation · General Contractor and Remodeling · Locksmith · Pool Service · Garage Door Repair · Fence Installation · Movers · Solar Panel Installation · Window Cleaning · Carpet Cleaning · Tree Service · Home Security System · Appliance Repair