At My Charleston Handyman, we provide clear, upfront pricing ranges for many of the most common handyman jobs homeowners need around the house. Every project is a little different, so final pricing may vary based on the condition of the home, materials needed, accessibility, job complexity, and whether additional repairs are required. The estimates below are intended to give homeowners in Charleston, James Island, Folly Beach, West Ashley, Johns Island, Mount Pleasant, Isle of Palms and surrounding areas a helpful starting point before scheduling service.
Need help installing a new light fixture, pendant light, chandelier, or replacing an outdated fixture? We install customer-supplied light fixtures when the existing electrical box and wiring are already in place and ready for installation.
Typical light fixture installation includes turning off power at the breaker, verifying the power is off, removing the existing fixture if needed, assembling the new fixture, connecting the fixture wiring to the existing supply wiring, mounting the canopy or fixture base, adjusting pendant height when applicable, and testing the light for proper operation.
This service is for installation-ready fixture locations. If new wiring, a new switch, a new electrical box, a dimmer, or moving the fixture location is required, that work may need to be completed by a licensed electrician.
Estimated pricing:
Fixture, switch, dimmer, wire, and electrical materials are not included unless listed as separate line items.
If a light fixture has stopped working, flickers, or appears to have a loose connection, we can inspect the fixture and basic wiring connections at the fixture box.
This service may include turning off power, removing the fixture or fixture cover, checking for loose or disconnected wires, re-securing wire nuts or approved connectors, reinstalling the fixture, and testing the light for proper operation.
If the problem is caused by a bad switch, faulty fixture, damaged wiring, breaker issue, electrical box problem, or anything beyond a basic loose connection at the fixture, a separate quote may be required.
Some electrical repairs may need to be completed by a licensed electrician.
Estimated pricing:
Pricing may be higher if the fixture is difficult to access, located on a high ceiling, or if the existing fixture, wiring, or electrical box is in poor condition.
If your screen door has torn, loose, or damaged screen mesh, we can remove the old screen and install new screen material using the existing frame when the frame is still in good condition.
Screen door rescreening typically includes removing the old spline and damaged screen, cleaning the spline channel, cutting new screen mesh to size, rolling in new spline, trimming the excess screen, and checking that the screen is tight and secure.
If the screen door frame is bent, damaged, corroded, or needs new rollers, latch adjustment, or frame repair, additional charges may apply.
Estimated pricing:
Replacement screen frames are quoted separately when needed.
We install screened porch systems for homeowners who want to enjoy their porch with better protection from mosquitoes, bugs, leaves, and debris. This is a popular service for Charleston-area homes, especially on front porches, back porches, and covered outdoor living spaces.
A typical screened porch installation may include measuring the porch openings, building wood framing where needed, installing pressure-treated 2x4 lumber, painting exposed framing, securing base plates, installing Screen Tight base and caps, installing fiberglass screen and spline, trimming excess screen, and installing one screen door when included in the project scope.
For porch framing, we typically use pressure-treated lumber and white Screen Tight caps to provide a clean finished look. If the porch is elevated or requires safety railings or balusters due to height, those may be added if required. Rotted wood, damaged framing, painting, custom doors, pet screen, electrical work, or major carpentry repairs are priced separately.
Estimated pricing:
Pricing can vary significantly depending on porch size, number of openings, door selection, framing condition, screen type, and whether additional carpentry or repair work is needed.
Basic pricing may include wood framing, fiberglass screen, spline or screen track, trim, and one standard screen door. Painting, pet screen, custom doors, rot repair, electrical work, and major carpentry are quoted separately.
Material costs can vary depending on supplier pricing, screen type, door selection, lumber pricing, and market conditions. Below is an example of materials that may be used for a typical screened porch project.
Possible materials include Screen Tight base, Screen Tight caps, Sherwin-Williams exterior deck paint, brushes, paint trays, plastic drop cloths, Tapcon screws, exterior caulk, balusters if required, a Larson full-view storm/screen door, shims, pressure-treated 2x4 lumber, pneumatic screen door closer, spline, and charcoal fiberglass screen.
Estimated material cost example:
If balusters or certain materials are not needed, those items may be removed or credited from the final material cost.
We install exterior hinged screen doors and storm doors for homeowners who want improved airflow, added protection, and a more finished entryway.
A typical screen door installation includes measuring the door opening, checking the frame condition, shimming and leveling the door, installing hinges, hanging the door, installing latch hardware, adding or adjusting the closer, checking swing clearance, and testing the door through multiple open-and-close cycles.
Screen doors often require careful adjustment, including trimming, shimming, latch alignment, closer adjustment, and sometimes frame repair. This is especially common on older Charleston homes where door frames may be out of square or affected by moisture.
Estimated pricing:
A common door option is a Larson full-view 36-inch x 81-inch white aluminum reversible-hinge storm door with interchangeable screen. Door unit, hardware, and threshold modifications are not included unless specifically quoted.
If your wood fence gate is sagging, rubbing, or no longer latches properly, we can inspect and adjust the gate so it opens, closes, and latches more securely.
Fence gate repair may include inspecting rails, pickets, hinges, latch hardware, and posts; tightening hardware; adjusting the latch; replacing screws; installing new hinges or latch hardware; re-squaring the gate; or adding an anti-sag kit or turnbuckle for better long-term adjustment.
Sometimes the latch itself simply needs to be moved. Other times, the gate has sagged, the hinges are loose, or the post has shifted or rotted.
Estimated pricing:
Staining, painting, and sealing of new wood are not included unless quoted separately.
Installing bathroom grab bars is one of the best ways to improve bathroom safety, especially for aging-in-place homeowners, seniors, and anyone who wants extra stability near a toilet, tub, or shower.
A proper grab bar installation includes locating studs or suitable blocking, marking the correct height and position, drilling pilot holes, securing the grab bar with appropriate fasteners, and testing the bar for movement. Whenever possible, grab bars should be fastened into wall studs or proper backing for strength and safety.
Pricing depends heavily on the wall type, bar location, materials, and whether reinforcement is needed.
Estimated pricing:
Grab bars can range from $20–$150+ depending on style, finish, length, and customer preference. Grab bar materials may be included or quoted separately depending on the project.
We install TV wall mounts for bedrooms, living rooms, offices, and outdoor covered areas. A secure TV installation starts with locating studs or proper blocking, confirming the wall can support the TV and mount, and attaching the bracket with the correct fasteners.
A typical TV mounting service includes locating studs, marking the mount location, drilling pilot holes, securing the wall bracket, attaching mounting arms to the TV, hanging the TV, adjusting tilt or swivel, organizing visible cords, and testing the mount for stability.
TVs should not be mounted into drywall alone unless an approved anchoring or blocking method is used. Large TVs, full-motion mounts, brick, concrete, tile, fireplaces, and wire concealment can increase the cost.
Estimated pricing:
TV, wall mount, mounting hardware kit, and in-wall cable management kits are not included unless quoted separately.
We replace kitchen faucets, bathroom faucets, pull-down faucets, touchless faucets, and sink fixtures when the existing plumbing is in usable condition.
A typical faucet replacement includes shutting off the water, disconnecting supply lines, removing the old faucet, cleaning the mounting area, installing the new faucet, connecting supply lines, testing for leaks, and confirming proper hot and cold water operation.
Faucet replacement can become more involved when old hardware is rusted, nuts are frozen, cabinet access is tight, shutoff valves do not work, or supply lines are leaking.
Estimated pricing:
Faucet, supply lines, shutoff valves, soap dispenser, and other plumbing parts are not included unless quoted separately.
Replacing a shower head is a simple upgrade that can improve water flow, comfort, and appearance in your bathroom.
A typical shower head replacement includes removing the old shower head, cleaning the shower arm threads, applying plumber’s tape, installing the new shower head, tightening the connection carefully, and testing for leaks.
Pricing may increase if the shower arm is stuck, leaking, corroded, or needs to be replaced.
Estimated pricing:
Shower head, extension arm, adapters, and specialty hardware are not included unless quoted separately.
We replace interior and exterior door knobs, door levers, keyed entry sets, deadbolts, and basic door hardware.
A typical door hardware replacement includes removing the existing knob or lever, checking the door prep and backset, installing the new latch and handle, aligning the strike plate, tightening hardware, and testing the door from both sides to make sure it closes, latches, and locks properly.
Additional work may be required if the door is misaligned, the strike plate needs adjustment, the jamb is damaged, or new holes need to be drilled.
Estimated pricing:
Replacement hardware is not included unless quoted separately.
We install battery-operated smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and combination smoke/CO detectors in appropriate locations based on the manufacturer’s instructions and general safety guidelines.
A typical detector installation includes selecting the mounting location, installing the mounting bracket, securing the detector, inserting batteries if needed, activating the unit, and testing the alarm with the built-in test button.
Battery-operated detectors are different from hardwired detectors. Hardwired detector replacement may require additional electrical work and may need to be completed by a licensed electrician.
Estimated pricing:
Detector unit and batteries are not included unless quoted separately.
If your toilet is running, weak-flushing, leaking inside the tank, slow to refill, or “ghost flushing,” the problem may be caused by worn toilet tank components such as the fill valve, flapper, flush valve, or tank gasket.
A typical toilet flush component replacement includes shutting off the water supply, flushing and emptying the tank, removing the old flapper, fill valve, and/or flush valve, cleaning the tank surfaces, installing compatible replacement parts, adjusting the water level, reconnecting the supply line, and testing the toilet through multiple flush cycles.
We also check for common issues such as mineral buildup, worn gaskets, leaking supply connections, cracked tank components, and corroded shutoff valves. Older toilet supply valves can be fragile, and if the shutoff valve is leaking, corroded, or does not fully close, additional plumbing repair may be needed.
Estimated pricing:
Toilet repair parts, flush components, flapper, fill valve, flush valve, tank-to-bowl gasket, bolts, and supply line are not included unless quoted separately.
The services listed on this page are some of the most common handyman jobs we perform, but they are not the only projects we handle. My Charleston Handyman also helps homeowners with a wide range of small home repairs, installations, and custom projects.
In addition to the services above, we have completed projects such as furniture assembly, custom shelving for existing closets and pantries, chair rail installation, transition strip installation, planter hanger repairs, and even assembling a rolling composter. If you have a small repair, home improvement task, or unusual project that does not appear on this list, please reach out. We are happy to review the details and let you know whether it is something we can help with.
The prices listed above are general estimates for common handyman services in the Charleston, SC area. Final pricing may vary based on access, materials, condition of the existing home, age of the property, repairs needed, ceiling height, wall type, framing condition, and job complexity.
Customer-supplied materials must be complete, compatible, and installation-ready. If additional parts, repairs, specialty tools, or licensed trade work are needed, those items may be quoted separately.
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