Looking for a reliable handyman in Singapore for repairs or to fix up your home?
Why don’t they teach home DIY at school? If neither you nor your partner has the know-how to hang that frame or fix that burst pipe, you’re going to need this handy list to find the best handyman in Singapore, mama. We’ve compiled a little black book of recommended contractors for everything from appliance repair to plumbers, electricians, painters, odd jobs men and the post-rental-fixer upper. If you have multiple issues that need sorting there are companies that do all of the above too!
iimafix Home Care Technicians are vetted, safe and certified. They take good care from the moment you allow them into your home right throughout the repair process to cleaning up and tidying before they leave. iimafix services include: aircon maintenance and repairs, plumbing, waterproofing and leakage, painting services, electrical repairs, and even rental inspection services and cleaning before handover! We like that there are no hidden costs here – call them for an onsite (no obligations) or online quote and know there will be no extra costs like transport afterwards. In fact, they have a money back guarantee “as Singapore’s only One Stop, One Fair Price platform for Home Repairs and Maintenance, we guarantee you the best price for most of your home repair and maintenance needs, or your money back.”
iimafix, email [email protected] or Tel: +65 6252 2884, www.iimafix.com
Have an emergency situation that needs fixing, like a broken oven on the day you are prepping for a big dinner party, or right before the school bake sale? Fixwerks are the people to call. Fixwerks offers high-quality home and kitchen appliances repair services, including same day visits and even weekend call-outs so you know you are always covered.
We like the peace of mind these guys offer, too with a warranty of up to a year on the repair job, so you know you are getting a good job done.
Fixwerks, Tel: (+65) 67658890, Email: [email protected], www.fixwerks.com
Peter Lee
If you’ve just moved into a rented apartment or have bought a new home Peter will get things into shape in no time. He can replace hard-to-reach light bulbs with his super tall ladder; remove raggedy blinds from balconies; hang up pictures; and even replace wonky doorknobs. A well known handyman in Singapore, Peter is also a pleasant chap to work with, is super responsive on WhatsApp (so important!), and fairly priced.
Peter Lee, Tel: (+65) 9025 8198
Handy Andy
“Handy Andy” does roll off the tongue easily, but that is not why you hear his name recommended all the time. It is because he is a super nice guy, responds quickly, explains clearly and gets the job done. Originally trained in the UK, Handy Andy can help hang heavy paintings or mount televisions, and will often give great tips on the best hardware stores in your area as well as insights on how to do quick fixes around the house. Very easy to work with and fairly priced.
Handy Andy, Tel: (+65) 8722 4050, www.facebook.com/HandyAndySG
A Stop Solution
Malcolm runs A Stop Solution and comes highly recommended for aircon repairs, handymen services and electrical repairs.
A Stop Solution, Office Tel: (+65) 6858 1577 or Whatsapp only (+65) 9690 8499
IKEA: Free Drills & Assembly Help
One mama on our team gets her willing 7-year-old to assemble (under supervision) all the IKEA furniture. IKEA offers complimentary short-term loans of power drills for wall drillings, but if you can’t handle the self-assembly side of IKEA know that they can assemble your products for you too. The call-out charge is $35 per trip and all furniture fall into one of three price groups: $18, $38 and $58.
Read more: Spring Cleaning: Eight Ways to Get Your House *Really* Clean
(Image credit: Pexels)
Ronnie
We may only know him by his first name but Ronnie is the man to call when you want to refashion old furniture pieces. His painting skills (first recommended to us Caroline at Arete Culture) have transformed many a drab old bookcase and drawers into brand new-looking pieces! We also appreciate that Ronnie and his team will pick everything up at your apartment, paint, and then bring your pieces back good as new without any hassle. Keep his number close if you need walls painted or wallpaper put up to add a little vava-voom to your home.
Ronnie, Tel: (+65): 9823 1248
(Image credit: Unsplash)
Bernard Ng
Bernard Ng is one of the most professional plumbers we have come across. He’s an expert in the plumbing department, is always prompt, and he is very conscious of making sure you understood what the costs are and saves you money where possible on parts. Got a burst pipe in your bathroom and your halls are flooded? Bernard will be there pronto and rescue the situation with his quick, thorough, high-quality work. He’s also very patient and kind – he has been known to let the odd tool-crazy kid ‘help’ with the repairs. We highly recommend Bernard for your plumbing needs!
Bernard Ng, Tel: (+65) 9382 9844
Mr Low
We hear it on good authority that Mr Low is one of the speediest to reply to plumbing emergencies (depends on his schedule of course!), but if you have a dripping or a plumbing emergency keep his number close!
Mr Low, Tel: (+65) 9177 8729
(Image credit: Pexels)
Expat Services
Gary from Expat Services is who you’ll want to call when you are ending your lease and want to restore your apartment/house to the original condition after moving out (to get your full deposit back, ideally!). Gary is also an all-around handyman that can fix just about anything, from plumbing to aircon issues, as well as aircon servicing and odd jobs around the house. Don’t let the word ‘Expat’ in his business name put you off thinking that he charges high fees, he’s actually pretty reasonable. Gary is from the UK and is always cheery and willing to help.
(Image credit: Unsplash)
Hans Pang
Mr Hans Pang is a lovely electrician who is able to fix issues with your lights, plugs and circuit box. He speaks perfect English and is very patient and takes the time to explain why something isn’t working and how he is going to go about either repairing or fixing it. He is contactable on his mobile by text message or by email.
Hans Pang, Tel: (+65) 9007 9108, [email protected]
Harry Leong
Harry is a very good handyman (if you are looking for a collage of frames to be hung in straight lines this is your guy!), and he is also a registered electrician as well as plumber, can do bathroom waterproofing, and deal with water heaters and fans too. The original jack-of-all-trades, we think! He can be counted on for good quality work and is reasonably priced – if you need an all-in-one handyman in Singapore, Harry is the one to call.
Harry Leong, Harry Home MaintenanceTel: (+65) 9183 7988
(Image credit: Pexels)
NTUC Income
It’s not often you get a request for some carpentry but if you are looking for a tradesman referral (for carpentry or indeed any service from electrical, to appliance repair, house painting, renovation and more!) know that NTUC Income’s referral services put you in touch with trusted and experienced service providers. You fill in the online form and a handyman service provider in Singapore should get back to in under 30 minutes with an estimated price range for standard service that covers the cost of materials (if applicable), labour costs, and transport charges.
www.income.com.sg/value-added-services/referral-services/home-services
Read more: Spring Cleaning: Eight Ways to Get Your House *Really* Clean
(Image credit: Unsplash)
Lead image credit: Getty
