Repairs & odd jobs
Sticking internal doors, loose handles, cupboard hinges and drawer problems. Show me what catches, moves or will not close.
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A shelf to fit, a cupboard to fix, a room to refresh. Tell me what needs doing around your home.
What needs doing?
I help with home repairs, furniture assembly, fitting and decorating across Kingston upon Thames, Richmond upon Thames and Merton, including Wimbledon. Find the job on your list and send me a photo.
Furniture & assembly
Wardrobes, desks, drawers and flat-pack storage. Send the product link, final room and any required wall-securing details.
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Painting & decorating
Walls, woodwork and smaller room refreshes. Tell me the finish you want and about any cracks, damp or damage underneath.
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Shelves & mirrors
Shelves, mirrors and their supporting fixings. Send the item weight, shelf contents and a photo of the intended wall position.
Explore this serviceCurtain pole fitting
New poles, replacement fittings and loose supports. Include the window, pole and curtain details, plus any old holes to make good.
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Water filter installation and maintenance
Send me the exact system, pipework and cabinet space. Leave room for maintenance and replacement cartridges.
Read the filter guideHow it works.
Three practical steps from your to-do list to the next appointment.
Send a few photos
A close-up, a wider view and your postcode give me a useful starting point. Add a product link if you have chosen a fitting.
Talk me through the job
Tell me about your list, materials and access. We will agree the scope, price and availability before booking.
Agree the next step
Confirm what is included and prepare the space. Some jobs need a closer assessment or the appropriate specialist.
Meet Colin.
I'm Colin. I help with the small repairs and practical jobs that make a home work better, across the boroughs of Kingston upon Thames, Richmond upon Thames and Merton.
Whether you have one awkward cupboard door or a longer list, tell me what you would like sorted. A few photos and the result you want help us plan the next step.
At a glance
- Help with
- Home repairs, furniture, mounting and decorating
- Main areas
- Kingston, Richmond and Merton
- Getting a quote
- Send photos, a description and your postcode
- Before booking
- Confirm the work, materials, price and availability
A little preparation goes a long way.
These details help explain the job before a visit is arranged.
- Your full address
- Close-up photos
- A wider photo
- Your list of jobs
- Product link or model
- Access and parking
Before you choose a water filter.
Check the system, cupboard space and cartridge details before arranging a fitting or replacement.
Read the filter guideWhere I work.
I cover Kingston upon Thames, Richmond upon Thames and Merton. Choose your borough or send me your full postcode.
Send me your postcode and job details so we can discuss a suitable appointment.
Clear rates, agreed before the work.
- First hour, including VAT
- £50
- Each additional 30 minutes, including VAT
- £25
- Materials, before VAT
- Net cost + 10%
The minimum labour charge is £50 including VAT, even if the work takes less than an hour. Materials use their VAT-exclusive cost plus 10%, then 20% VAT. There is no separate travel or parking charge. Where parking is difficult, please arrange a suitable space or permit if possible and let me know before the visit.
Send the complete job list, photos and postcode. We will discuss the scope, expected time and materials before agreeing the work.
Tell me what needs doing.
A few details are a good place to start. Add photos in WhatsApp when you send your message.
One job or a longer list?
Describe the problem, the fitting or the finish you have in mind. Include anything that affects access or the work involved.
- The boroughs of Kingston upon Thames, Richmond upon Thames and Merton
- Send your postcode to check coverage
- Confirm the scope and availability before booking
Start your enquiry.
Prepare your message here, then open WhatsApp to add photos and send it.
A few useful answers.
Know what to send and what to expect before arranging your job.
What are your handyman rates?
Labour is £50 for the first hour, then £25 per additional 30 minutes, including VAT. The minimum labour charge is £50 including VAT, even if the work takes less than an hour. Materials are charged at their net cost (excluding VAT) plus 10%, then 20% VAT. There is no separate travel or parking charge. Send your job list and postcode so we can discuss the work, materials and total before booking. See how the rates and quote work.
How do I get a quote for a handyman job?
Tell me what you need, your full name, address and postcode using the enquiry form. Add clear photos when you open WhatsApp. I will discuss the work, materials, price and availability with you before a booking is agreed.
Should I buy materials or replacement parts first?
Send me the product link and tell me what you already have before ordering unfamiliar parts. The right fixing or replacement depends on the actual installation. My job-list advice explains which details to gather for assembly and fitting.
Can you help with water-filter maintenance as well as installation?
Yes, you can ask me about installation and maintenance. Send the system model, the work needed and accessible photos of the cupboard. My water-filter guide covers cartridge details, space and the questions to discuss before a visit.
What should I tell you about access to my home?
Let me know about stairs, lifts, parking restrictions and entry arrangements. If permissions are needed for the work, mention those too. You can include this with your job list in the enquiry form.
Can I put several small jobs on one enquiry?
Yes, send me the full list rather than only the first task. Include photos, quantities and any products you already have. The Kingston job-list checklist explains the details that help assess several tasks together.
What should I send on WhatsApp?
Send me your postcode, a short description, a close-up photo and a wider view. For furniture or fittings, add the model or product link. Mention access restrictions and whether you own or rent the property. See the booking preparation advice.
Do you cover my area?
I cover the boroughs of Kingston upon Thames, Richmond upon Thames and Merton, shown in areas covered. Send your full postcode so the exact address, work and availability can be confirmed. A town name alone does not confirm an appointment.
Can every repair be handled by a handyman?
No. Some faults and installations need an appropriately qualified specialist. Describe the problem first and read the specialist-work boundaries. Do not continue using a fitting that appears unsafe while waiting for advice.