How much does handyman cost in Ireland?
Handyman in Dublin costs about €45–€85 for the most common job (fix a sticking or dropped door), labour only, in 2026. Across all handyman jobs, prices run from €25 to €250, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick.
Updated November 2026 · Guide prices from Irish price guides and typical local rates.
Typical labour cost in Dublin
Handyman prices by job
| Job | Usual time | Dublin | Cork | Galway | Limerick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fix a sticking or dropped door (each) | 45 min | €45–€85 | €40–€80 | €40–€80 | €40–€75 |
| Hang a new internal door (each) | 2h | €90–€160 | €85–€145 | €85–€145 | €80–€140 |
| Replace a door handle or lock (each) | 40 min | €40–€80 | €35–€75 | €35–€75 | €35–€70 |
| Put up a curtain pole or track (each) | 45 min | €40–€75 | €35–€70 | €35–€70 | €35–€65 |
| Fit or repair a blind (each) | 40 min | €35–€70 | €30–€65 | €30–€65 | €30–€60 |
| Rehang or adjust a cupboard door (each) | 20 min | €25–€50 | €25–€45 | €25–€45 | €20–€45 |
| Re-seal a bath, shower or sink (each) | 1h | €60–€110 | €55–€100 | €55–€100 | €55–€95 |
| Regrout a small tiled area | 2h | €80–€150 | €75–€140 | €75–€140 | €70–€130 |
| Drill and fix something to a wall (each) | 25 min | €30–€55 | €30–€50 | €30–€50 | €25–€50 |
| Draught-proof doors or windows | 1h | €50–€90 | €45–€85 | €45–€85 | €45–€80 |
| Fit a cat or dog flap (each) | 1h 30m | €80–€160 | €75–€145 | €75–€145 | €70–€140 |
| Fit a wireless or video doorbell (each) | 40 min | €35–€75 | €30–€70 | €30–€70 | €30–€65 |
| Fit smoke or carbon monoxide alarms (each) | 20 min | €25–€45 | €25–€40 | €25–€40 | €20–€40 |
| Fit stair gates or child safety locks (each) | 35 min | €35–€65 | €30–€60 | €30–€60 | €30–€55 |
| Build a garden shed or storage box (each) | 4h | €120–€250 | €110–€230 | €110–€230 | €105–€220 |
| Fix a fence panel or garden gate (each) | 1h 30m | €70–€140 | €65–€130 | €65–€130 | €60–€125 |
| Build or fix a trampoline (each) | 2h | €60–€120 | €55–€110 | €55–€110 | €55–€105 |
| Odd jobs, hourly | 1h | €40–€50 | €35–€45 | €35–€45 | €35–€45 |
Labour only, before materials and Helpsii’s €1.50 booking fee. Extra items of the same kind usually cost about 25% less each. Helpers set their own prices, and you approve the price before anyone is booked.
What changes the price
- How many items or rooms
- Size and condition
- Stairs, parking and access
- Materials or parts needed
- Same-day or evening bookings
- The helper’s level: Go, Pro or Elite
Small fixings (screws, plugs) usually included; parts like hinges, handles or locks are extra at cost.
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Questions
How much does handyman cost in Ireland?
Handyman in Dublin costs about €45–€85 for the most common job (fix a sticking or dropped door), labour only, in 2026. Across all handyman jobs, prices run from €25 to €250, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick. The price depends on size, access and whether materials are needed.
How much does it cost to fix a sticking or dropped door in Dublin?
Usually €45–€85 each for labour, and it takes about 45 min on site.
How much does it cost to hang a new internal door in Dublin?
Usually €90–€160 each for labour, and it takes about 2h on site.
How much does it cost to replace a door handle or lock in Dublin?
Usually €40–€80 each for labour, and it takes about 40 min on site.
Are materials included?
Small fixings (screws, plugs) usually included; parts like hinges, handles or locks are extra at cost.
When do I need a registered professional?
Gas, fuse boards, structural walls or roofs go to registered pros.
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