Business Details
Your Trusted Edinburgh Handyman & Property Maintenance Expert
Established by a professional with over 20 years of general handyman experience and 7 years in facilities management, our service caters to both private and commercial clients across Edinburgh and surrounding areas. We specialise in property maintenance, offering flexible scheduling to accommodate client needs while prioritising professional communication and honest advice. Our expertise spans decorating, plumbing, tiling, and gardening, with a proven track record of repeat business demonstrating client satisfaction.With experience in Edinburgh, Dumfries and Galloway, and Australia, we combine local knowledge with international perspective. Our approach focuses on practical solutions for minor repairs to comprehensive renovations, ensuring reliability and attention to detail in every project undertaken.
Services
Decorating
Gardening
Plumbing
Tiling
Picture Hanging
Repairs
Installations
Exterior Painting
Flooring
Wallpapering
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of international handyman experience across the UK and Australia
- Our flexible scheduling accommodates client availability for all property maintenance needs
- Specialists in both minor repairs and comprehensive property renovations
- Proven track record of repeat business from satisfied residential and commercial clients
- Professional communication with honest, tailored advice for every project
What people say
Excellent job
Better than professionals
Really pleased
Best results
Professional communication
Services
Decorating
Professional decorating services covering interior and exterior painting, wallpapering, and feature wall installations. Our expertise includes surface preparation, colour consultation, and durable finishes for residential and commercial properties. With experience in Edinburgh's historic and modern buildings, we ensure precise application and attention to detail for both small touch-ups and full property redecorations.
Gardening
Comprehensive gardening services including pruning, garden clearance, paving, and shed installation. We specialise in creating functional outdoor spaces tailored to Edinburgh's climate, offering both seasonal maintenance and complete garden transformations. Our approach combines practicality with aesthetic appeal, addressing both immediate needs and long-term garden sustainability for residential and commercial clients.
Plumbing
Plumbing solutions for bathrooms, kitchens, and general household systems. Services include tap replacement, appliance installation, and minor system repairs across Edinburgh properties. We address common issues like leaky fixtures and drainage problems while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Our approach prioritises lasting solutions for both modern and period properties across the city area.
Tiling
Professional tiling services for walls, floors, and splashbacks in bathrooms, kitchens, and other spaces. We handle tile selection, surface preparation, and precise installation across Edinburgh's diverse property types. Our expertise includes assessing structural requirements and recommending appropriate materials for durability, ensuring both functional performance and aesthetic quality in every tiling project.
Picture Hanging
Specialist picture hanging services for residential and commercial clients. We ensure secure, level installations using appropriate fixings for Edinburgh's varied wall types, from traditional stone to modern plasterboard. Our experience includes gallery-standard hanging systems and advice on artwork placement, combining technical precision with aesthetic guidance for both single items and comprehensive displays.
People
David Shannon
Owner & Lead Handyman
With 20+ years of handyman experience across the UK and Australia, David specialises in property maintenance and renovations. His background includes facilities management in a country hotel and gallery management, combining practical skills with an eye for detail. Now based in South Queensferry, he serves Edinburgh and surrounding areas.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve Edinburgh city centre and surrounding areas including South Queensferry, Dunfermline, Fife, and Falkirk. Our service radius extends to accommodate repeat clients across central Scotland.
How much experience do you have?
Our lead handyman has 20+ years of general experience and 7 years in facilities management, with work history in Edinburgh, Dumfries and Galloway, and Australia.
What job sizes do you handle?
We accept all sizes from minor repairs to complete renovations. Our flexible approach allows us to tackle both small 'bits and bobs' and comprehensive property maintenance projects.
Can you handle urgent requests?
While we don't offer emergency services, we prioritise prompt responses to all inquiries and aim to accommodate urgent maintenance needs within our regular working schedule.
Do you work with both homes and businesses?
Yes, we provide services for both residential and commercial clients across Edinburgh and surrounding areas, tailoring our approach to each property type's specific requirements.
Reviews (2)
Brett Lenman
Jan 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
David provided an excellent service and was open, honest and most important of all, reliable. He worked quickly and well in difficult conditions and got the job done on time and within budget. His communication was excellent. I don't think I could have found anyone better for the task at hand. I whole heartedly recommend his services.
David provided an excellent service and was open, honest and most important of all, reliable. He worked quickly and well in difficult conditions and got the job done on time and within budget. His communication was excellent. I don't think I could have found anyone better for the task at hand. I whole heartedly recommend his services.
Ali Al-Lawati
Jun 18, 2019
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David assembled all the flatpack furniture (mainly Ikea, some argos and others) for our apartment, beds, tables, chairs, drawers, hooks, rails, curtains, blinds, door number, shelves and more.
Did a great job.
Did a great job.
