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Last update on April 26, 2025
Handymen in Santa Barbara
Contractors License #1018107 Ranch Hands is a handyman business servicing the Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara County. Our purpose is to provide consistent, efficient, and dependable handyman services, with an emphasis on repairs or maintenance for your home, office, or landscape. We show up as gentlemen, clean and sober, and bring enthusiasm, passion, and gratitude to everything we do. We are honest, working men who believe that proper preparation and attention to details is the foundation for success. We lead with recovery, and are on-call for your needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
"The crew at Ranch Hands is always top notch. We've used them a few times now and not only are they timely and knowledgable, they're great humans. Highly recommend."
Jill F on April 2022
Contractors License #1018107 Ranch Hands is a handyman business servicing the Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara County. Our purpose is to provide consistent, efficient, and dependable handyman services, with an emphasis on repairs or maintenance for your home, office, or landscape. We show up as gentlemen, clean and sober, and bring enthusiasm, passion, and gratitude to everything we do. We are honest, working men who believe that proper preparation and attention to details is the foundation for success. We lead with recovery, and are on-call for your needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
"The crew at Ranch Hands is always top notch. We've used them a few times now and not only are they timely and knowledgable, they're great humans. Highly recommend."
Jill F on April 2022
Choose Cowboy Hauling and Maintenance for veteran-owned reliability, years of experience in Junk Removal, Demolition, Residential/Commercial Property Maintenance, Ranch Care, and Handyman Work. Unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction, 24/7 Availability, and a customer-centric approach where your needs always comes first. Experience the difference with us today!
"The Cowboy Hauling and Maintenance team was fantastic to work with! Communicative, timely, polite and kind. Exactly the type of Handyman and security camera installation help I was looking for and the results were better than I could have hoped for. Am planning to hire this team again! Thank you!"
Pri N on May 2024
Choose Cowboy Hauling and Maintenance for veteran-owned reliability, years of experience in Junk Removal, Demolition, Residential/Commercial Property Maintenance, Ranch Care, and Handyman Work. Unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction, 24/7 Availability, and a customer-centric approach where your needs always comes first. Experience the difference with us today!
"The Cowboy Hauling and Maintenance team was fantastic to work with! Communicative, timely, polite and kind. Exactly the type of Handyman and security camera installation help I was looking for and the results were better than I could have hoped for. Am planning to hire this team again! Thank you!"
Pri N on May 2024
We specialize in Handyman & Painting services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Luis and CLG Painting were terrific. I would absolutely recommend them and will definitely be using them for future projects."
Dana D on February 2025
We specialize in Handyman & Painting services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Luis and CLG Painting were terrific. I would absolutely recommend them and will definitely be using them for future projects."
Dana D on February 2025
We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Great. Excellent"
Dave M on August 2024
We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Great. Excellent"
Dave M on August 2024
FF INNOVATION BUILDING INC We are proud of our services. Offering. General remodeling, bathrooms, and kitchens With more than 10 years of experience, in flooring, plumbing, finish carpentry, door and window installations, drywall repairs, and handyman services. We provide quality services and good customer service. We don't take shortcuts; we do things the right bathroom's kitchens flooring Plumbing finish Carpenter door window installations drywall repairs handyman services We provide quality services and good customer services we don't do things the easy way we do things the right way. Feel free to call us. We are happy to help you. Feel free to call us for any questions we offer. Free estimates.
"Scheduling was a little rough, but once we started in earnest the work went quickly and neatly. Communication was excellent."
Robert K on November 2024
FF INNOVATION BUILDING INC We are proud of our services. Offering. General remodeling, bathrooms, and kitchens With more than 10 years of experience, in flooring, plumbing, finish carpentry, door and window installations, drywall repairs, and handyman services. We provide quality services and good customer service. We don't take shortcuts; we do things the right bathroom's kitchens flooring Plumbing finish Carpenter door window installations drywall repairs handyman services We provide quality services and good customer services we don't do things the easy way we do things the right way. Feel free to call us. We are happy to help you. Feel free to call us for any questions we offer. Free estimates.
"Scheduling was a little rough, but once we started in earnest the work went quickly and neatly. Communication was excellent."
Robert K on November 2024
2 employees. Occasionally uses subs for hardwood floors. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. No extra charge for after hours service.
"Marco is amazing! He went above and beyond to make our home look amazing. He's a genuine guy and fixed things in my home that he noticed needed repairs. He didn't have to, but he did it out of the generosity of his heart. I would highly recommend Marco and will hire him every time I need a repair!"
Kel C on April 2023
2 employees. Occasionally uses subs for hardwood floors. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. No extra charge for after hours service.
"Marco is amazing! He went above and beyond to make our home look amazing. He's a genuine guy and fixed things in my home that he noticed needed repairs. He didn't have to, but he did it out of the generosity of his heart. I would highly recommend Marco and will hire him every time I need a repair!"
Kel C on April 2023
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
With over 35 years of experience, my first instinct is to do quality work and to do my very best to meet the consumer's needs. It is my mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of my customers, I take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. My reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"On time, did exactly what he said he would do in a good time frame. Job was done very well and price was very reasonable. Would recommend and use again."
Gabriel G on December 2019
With over 35 years of experience, my first instinct is to do quality work and to do my very best to meet the consumer's needs. It is my mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of my customers, I take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. My reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"On time, did exactly what he said he would do in a good time frame. Job was done very well and price was very reasonable. Would recommend and use again."
Gabriel G on December 2019
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."
Marco T on April 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."
Marco T on April 2025
Handyman Services questions, answered by experts
The average cost to hire a handyman ranges from about $40 to $140 per hour. Average project cost ranges between $180 and $700, but the cost per hour and per project depends heavily on the type, size, and complexity of the project. The pro’s experience level and your location also factor into how much a handyman charges per hour or per project. You can also expect to pay higher rates or additional fees for emergency services, or around periods of high customer demand, like holidays.
Answered by Angi Experts
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Handymen/contractors will charge anywhere from $50 to $175 per hour. The hourly rate is based upon their experience level, overhead costs, and the cost of living in that specific area. Many handymen/contractors will charge by the job.
Answered by Joseph M. Scanlon, Jr. at Scanlon's Improvement & Repair Service in Belton, TX on 01/09/25
The average cost to hire a handyman ranges from about $75 to $150 per hour. Average project cost ranges between $150 and $1000, but the cost per hour and per project depends heavily on the type, size, and complexity of the project. The pro’s experience level and your location also factor into how much a handyman charges per hour or per project. You can also expect to pay higher rates or additional fees for emergency services, or around periods of high customer demand, like holidays.
Answered by Mike McFadden at Mike’s Handyman Services in Edgewater, FL on 01/08/25
There are major differences between professional handyman services and a “Chuck in a truck”. Professionals typically have over 10 years of experience, are background checked, bonded and insured. They arrive in clearly marked company vehicles, in uniform, and guarantee their workmanship. Credentials can be verified with google reviews and official websites. Rates for professionals often run between $120-$160 per hour. Many reputable companies will now offer fixed rate pricing based on the task or scope of work, no matter how long it takes to complete the work.
Answered by Scott Fuhrmann at Mr. Handyman of Olathe, Gardner in Olathe, KS on 01/06/25
Tipping a handyman is not a requirement or necessarily expected, as they should build a fair wage into the price of the job. However, some people will tip a handyman around $10 to $20 per hour or the equivalent of a day’s pay, depending on the size of the job. But it’s up to your discretion. There are no set rules for tipping a handyman service, but if they did a great job and you’re so inclined to tip, it’s encouraged and will likely be received with thanks.
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A tip is not necessary. If you feel that a handyman did a great job for you, the best thing you can do for them is boost their reputation by leaving reviews on as many sites as possible and spreading by word of mouth how good they are. A tip is temporary but a reputation creates a business!
Answered by Brett Shaw at House Doctors of East Tulsa in Tulsa, OK on 01/07/25
Tipping is not a requirement, or even an expectation, but is appreciated by the technician when performing exceptional work. A good tip may be around 10% of the project cost. In addition to or instead of a tip, professional handymen appreciate 5-star google reviews and referrals to help them be found by more potential clients.
Answered by Scott Fuhrmann at Mr. Handyman of Olathe, Gardner in Olathe, KS on 01/06/25
There are several questions or things to know before hiring a handyman to do any work in your home.
What kind of work do they do?
Do they have proper licensing?
Do they charge for estimates?
Is the estimate for both labor and materials?
Do they provide references?
Do you provide a guarantee?
When can you start and finish the job?
Do you have any before and after photos of your work?
How long have you been doing this kind of work?
Do you clean up and dispose of waste when the job is finished?
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Is your company bonded and insured?
What is your warranty on service and materials?
Do you provide phone and/or on-site estimates?
Do you accept credit cards as form of payment?
Does your company offer financing for bigger projects?
Do you offer discounts for senior citizens/military (if applicable)?
Where can I see client reviews and samples of work?
Do you have any certifications or awards?
Answered by Scott Fuhrmann at Mr. Handyman of Olathe, Gardner in Olathe, KS on 01/06/25
If I encounter problems after you finish, will you return and fix your work?
What is and isn't covered in your project estimate?
Can you tell me the details of the work you plan on doing, from start to finish?
How long do you think it will take?
What hours can I expect to see you on my project?
Is your price a fixed price or hourly? If you encounter issues will the price change?
Answered by Derek Bredl at El Dorado Handyman Services in Placerville, CA on 01/13/25
Yes, you should hire a handyman who’s licensed, certified, and insured, if possible. States have different requirements for handyman licensing, registration, and certifications. If licensing is required in your area, you may pay more for a licensed handyman with experience than one who is not licensed or certified, but you’re likely to get a better end result for your project. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local handymen guidelines.
Answered by Angi Experts
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Being certified and/or licensed typically provides the customer with a level of comfort when hiring a handyman, but is not always a guarantee of quality work. Ask the handyman to explain what his or her process to complete your project is, and if you hire this person, check on the work, ask questions, make suggestions. After all, it's your project, your money, and you deserve quality work.
Answered by Leo Cleversley at Leo's Handyman Service in San Diego, CA on 01/07/25
Be aware that not every state requires or even provides a license for a handyman. Many handymen will not or cannot be licensed. If you want a general contractor, hire one (they will be licensed and bonded/insured). Understand what you usually get when you hire a handyman and it is NOT a general contractor.
Answered by Derek Bredl at El Dorado Handyman Services in Placerville, CA on 01/13/25
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