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Licensed & Insured Handyman — Reno, NV

The Reno Handyman. Shows Up. Flat-Rate. Guaranteed.

Got a to-do list around the house? Mike knocks it out — flat-rate quote, same-week booking, 1-year guarantee. Reno, Sparks & Carson City since 2009.

  • 15+Years in Reno
  • 2,000+Jobs Completed
  • 4.9312 Google Reviews
  • 24 hrQuote Turnaround
Mike Alvarez, owner of Mike's Handyman Services, next to his work truck in Reno, Nevada
Mike Alvarez · Owner & Licensed Handyman in Reno, NV
Licensed & BondedNV SCB #0087341
$2M InsuredGeneral liability
4.9 ★ Rated312 reviews · Google
Background-CheckedHireSafe verified
1-Year WarrantyOn all workmanship
Flat-Rate PricingWritten quotes in 24 hr
Handyman Services · Reno & Sparks, NV

Every Repair Most Reno Homeowners Have Been Putting Off

Most Reno contractors won't touch jobs under $5,000. Mike will. Licensed handyman work with 15+ years of local experience, flat-rate quotes, same-week availability, and a 1-year workmanship warranty — on every job, big or small.

Drywall Repair & Interior Painting

That doorknob hole you've been ignoring for two years? Gone. Water stains, popcorn ceilings, full-room repaints with premium Sherwin-Williams — texture-matched so well you won't know where the patch was.

  • Patch & texture match from $145
  • Single-room repaint from $560
  • Popcorn ceiling removal from $2.10 / sqft

Plumbing Repair (Minor)

That dripping faucet is wasting 3,000 gallons a year. Garbage disposals, toilet rebuilds, shut-off valves, slow drains — fixed properly, not just slowed down. Copper and PEX both.

  • Faucet replacement from $175
  • Garbage disposal install from $195
  • New toilet install from $260

Deck Repair & Refinishing

The Reno sun and winter snow destroy decks fast. We sand, re-stain, replace rotten boards, rebuild railings, repair gates, and refinish pergolas. A specialty in Caughlin Ranch and Old Southwest.

  • Deck refinish (400 sqft) from $1,680
  • Gate rebuild from $420
  • Pergola stain & seal from $580

Carpentry, Baseboards & Trim

Custom baseboards, crown molding, wainscoting, built-in bookshelves, interior door hanging, and window casing. Finish carpentry from a licensed handyman in Reno.

  • Baseboard install $7–$12 / ln ft
  • Interior door hang from $285
  • Built-in bookshelf from $1,850

TV Mounting & Home Installation

TV on the wall, cables out of sight, no patch holes left behind. Also: smart locks, Ring doorbells, dog doors, bidets, curtain rods, and anything else still in the box from Amazon.

  • TV mount (cables hidden) from $185
  • Dog door install from $410
  • Smart lock + doorbell from $160

Tile & Grout Repair

Regrouting, re-caulking, backsplash installation, shower pan resealing, and cracked tile replacement. Mike's most-booked service in Sparks and Spanish Springs.

  • Shower regrout from $320
  • Kitchen backsplash from $780
  • Cracked tile swap from $95 / tile

Light Electrical & Ceiling Fans

Ceiling fans, light fixtures, smart dimmers, outlet and switch swaps. Minor electrical only — if it needs a panel upgrade, Mike will refer you to a licensed electrician he trusts, no finder's fee.

  • Ceiling fan swap from $210
  • Light fixture install from $140
  • Smart dimmer from $95

Winter Weatherproofing

A burst pipe in January costs $8,000. A weatherproofing visit costs $180. Pipe insulation, weatherstripping, gutter cleaning, attic top-ups — book before November, slots fill fast.

  • Whole-home weatherstrip from $325
  • Pipe insulation wrap from $180
  • Gutter clean & seal from $240

Don't see your job listed? Call (619) 251-4576 — most handyman jobs in Reno get a free phone quote in under five minutes.

How It Works

Booking a Handyman in Reno Shouldn't Be Hard

Four simple steps from phone call to finished job. No voicemail black holes, no surprise fees, no "we'll figure it out as we go."

  1. 1

    Call or Text

    Tell Mike what's broken. Send a photo if it helps. Most small repairs get a flat-rate quote right over the phone.

    Avg. response: 18 minutes
  2. 2

    Get a Free Quote

    A written, itemized, flat-rate quote arrives in your inbox within 24 hours. No hourly games. No hidden fees.

    Turnaround: under 24 hours
  3. 3

    Schedule the Job

    Most bookings within 3–5 business days. Mike texts 30 minutes before arrival. Tarps down, shoe covers on.

    Workdays: Mon–Sat
  4. 4

    Walk Through & Pay

    Before you pay a dollar, we walk through every item on the punch list together. You approve the work, then you pay.

    Payment: on completion only
Project Gallery

Real Jobs. Real Reno Homes. Real Prices.

Three recent projects in Reno and Sparks — with actual timelines and what they cost. No cherry-picked showpieces. Photos used with homeowner permission.

Deck Repair in Caughlin Ranch, Reno

3.5 days$4,280April 2026
Before: collapsed cedar deck in Caughlin Ranch Reno needing handyman repair BEFORE
After: refinished cedar deck in Caughlin Ranch Reno by Mike's Handyman AFTER

Bathroom Refresh in Somersett, Reno

2 days$2,140March 2026
Before: outdated master bathroom in Somersett Reno BEFORE
After: modern master bathroom regrout in Somersett Reno by licensed handyman AFTER

Garage-to-Gym Remodel in Old Southwest, Reno

6 days$8,950February 2026
Before: cluttered garage in Old Southwest Reno before handyman remodel BEFORE
After: finished garage gym in Old Southwest Reno by Mike's Handyman Services AFTER
Pricing

Handyman Pricing in Reno, NV — Flat Rates, Posted Publicly

Most Reno handyman companies won't post prices. We do. Here's exactly what you'll pay. No hourly mystery, no "it depends."

Small Repairs

One-off fixes, under 2 hours of work.

$125flat · 1st hour
  • $125 minimum covers travel & first hour
  • $85 per additional hour
  • Up to $25 in basic parts included
  • Same-day slots when available
  • Cash, card, Zelle, or Venmo
Call to Book
Most Popular

Half / Full-Day Visit

4–10 items knocked out in a single visit.

$480half day · 4 hrs
  • $820 for a full 8-hour day
  • Materials at cost, receipts provided
  • Priority scheduling
  • Free phone triage before visit
  • Punch-list walkthrough at end
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Small Remodels

Deck, bath refresh, garage, built-ins.

from $1,850flat-bid project
  • Free on-site estimate
  • Written fixed-price contract
  • 25% deposit · balance on completion
  • 1-year workmanship warranty
  • No change-order surprises
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Seniors & veterans save 10% on every invoice. Emergency weekend work billed at 1.5× — still less than most Reno shops charge on a weekday.

Customer Reviews

312 Reviews. 4.9 Stars. Six Worth Reading.

Verified on Google, Yelp, and Nextdoor. These are real customers in Reno and Sparks — not testimonials we wrote.

★★★★★
"Mike came out on a Saturday when our water heater flooded the laundry room. Leak stopped in ten minutes, then stayed three hours drywalling the ceiling. Fair price, honest guy. He's on my speed-dial now. Best handyman in Reno, hands down."
Jenna R. Homeowner · Double Diamond, Reno Google Review
★★★★★
"I've owned rentals in Reno for 22 years. Mike is the first handyman who sends the invoice before I ask. Quiet, clean, my tenants keep asking for his card."
Daniel K. Landlord · 8 units in Reno & Sparks Yelp Review
★★★★★
"Got three deck-refinishing quotes in Caughlin Ranch. One guy wanted $9,000. Another ghosted. Mike came out, found two rotten joists the first guy missed, and still came in under five grand. Did it in 3.5 days."
Sofia M. Homeowner · Caughlin Ranch, Reno Nextdoor Recommendation
★★★★★
"Our ceiling fan had been broken for eleven months because I couldn't find anyone willing to come for a small job. Mike fixed it in 40 minutes, charged $140, and replaced our dead smoke-detector battery on the way out. Free of charge."
Alex T. Renter · Midtown, Reno Google Review
★★★★★
"My 83-year-old mom's shower grab bar came loose. Mike drove to Sparks, installed three new ones to code, and wouldn't take extra for the two he added. Reno needs more people like him."
Rebecca H. Daughter of client · Sparks, NV Google Review
★★★★★
"Hired Mike for an 11-item list before listing the house. He did 9 and told me the other two wouldn't move the needle. We sold over ask in 6 days. Saved me $900 and 48 hours of stress."
Priya N. Realtor · Dickson Realty, Reno Realtor Referral
Service Area

Handyman Service Area in Northern Nevada

Mike's Handyman Services covers the entire Reno-Sparks metropolitan area and Carson City, NV. If you're inside the I-580 / I-80 loop, there's no travel fee — just book and we'll be there.

Reno, NV Midtown · Old Southwest · Somersett · Damonte Ranch · Double Diamond · Caughlin Ranch · Northwest Reno · Hidden Valley
Sparks, NV D'Andrea · Wingfield Springs · Spanish Springs · Kiley Ranch · Sun Valley
Carson City, NV Downtown · Lakeview · Silver Oak · North Carson
Extended (trip fee applies) Incline Village · Verdi · Truckee · Washoe Valley
Service Area · Reno–Sparks–Carson City, NV
FAQ

Questions Reno Homeowners Ask Before Booking

Don't see yours? Call (619) 251-4576 — Mike answers his own phone, 7 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Saturday. No answering service.

How much does a handyman cost in Reno, NV?

Mike's Handyman Services charges a flat $125 minimum (covers travel and the first hour), then $85 per additional hour. Half-day visits (4 hrs) are $480. Full-day visits (8 hrs) are $820. Bigger projects get a flat-rate quote so you know the total price before work starts — no hourly surprises.

Are you a licensed handyman in Nevada?

Yes. Nevada State Contractors Board License #0087341, $2,000,000 general liability insurance with The Hartford, and a $15,000 surety bond. We can email the certificates to you before we ever set foot on your property.

What areas in Reno and Sparks do you serve?

We serve all of Reno, Sparks, Sun Valley, and Carson City, including Midtown, Old Southwest, Somersett, Caughlin Ranch, Damonte Ranch, Double Diamond, D'Andrea, Spanish Springs, Wingfield Springs, and Kiley Ranch. Verdi, Incline Village, and Truckee carry a $45 travel fee, always disclosed before the quote.

How fast can a handyman come out in Reno?

Most non-emergency handyman bookings in Reno happen within 3–5 business days. Emergencies — burst pipes, broken locks, no heat in winter — get same-day service 80% of the time. If we can't take your job, we refer to two Reno handymen we trust.

Do you give free handyman estimates in Reno?

Yes. Any handyman job over $500 gets a free on-site estimate with a written flat-rate quote inside 24 hours. Smaller jobs typically get a phone estimate on the first call.

What handyman jobs do you not take?

We don't handle gas lines, main-panel electrical upgrades, roofing over two squares, or second-story scaffold work. We'll refer you to a licensed Reno specialist we trust — no finder's fee, just the phone number.

Is your handyman work guaranteed?

Every handyman job comes with a 1-year workmanship warranty. If something we installed fails because of our work, we come back and fix it free, within 48 hours.

Do you offer emergency handyman service in Reno?

Yes. Genuine emergencies (water, heat, security) get same-day service whenever possible. Sunday emergencies are billed at 1.5× the standard rate — still less than most Reno shops charge on a weekday.

Get in Touch

Got a Job for Mike?

Call (619) 251-4576 — Mike answers his own phone, not an answering service. 7 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Saturday. Or text photos of the job and get a quote back within the hour.

  • Free phone estimate in under 5 minutes
  • Flat-rate quote in 24 hours for bigger jobs
  • No deposit on jobs under $1,500
  • 10% off for seniors and veterans — just ask

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