Merrymount Properties Handyman Services is a subsidiary of Merrymount Properties LLC which provides property management services in eastern Massachusetts with a primary focus on one to four family homes. Our handyman services are available to property management clients, self managing investors and homeowners alike.

Our Value Proposition

We strive to deliver timely, quality service at a reasonable price within the parameters given by the client. Most home repairs can be addressed by a qualified handyman at a fraction of the costs of trade specialists such as a carpenters, plumbers, electricians, contractors or remediation services at a fraction of their prices with the client benefit of possessing cross functional skillsets with a single point of contact. This saves time and money for tenants, owners and investors while addressing the issues at hand. If trade specialists are required to complete a specified task we can act as a project manager handling what is permitted while sourcing the minimal amount of specialized functions to vetted qualified professionals. This improves project coordination, reduces costs and wasted work while increasing transparency and reducing stress for the client. Don t We got this.

Typical Handyman Services Offered

Services vary widely based on the type of property, the client and the issue to be addressed. Here is a partial list of some typical issues encountered.

• Common Interior Repairs:
  • Painting & drywall repair
  • Door jams, hinges, installation and closers
  • Shelving repair & installation
  • Tile replacement, grouting & caulking
  • Flooring repair
  • Furniture assembly
  • Mechanical issues
  • Finish & trim carpentry
• Household System Related:
  • Toilet and sink repair / replacement
  • Basic plumbing remediation, clearing clogged drains
  • leaky faucets & fixtures
  • Garbage disposal replacement
  • Lights, ceiling fans and electrical fixture replacement
  • Door bells, smoke and carbon Monoxide alarms
  • Basic HVAC maintenance (cleaning, filter replacement, thermostat, radiator valves)
• Exterior:
  • House trim and sill repair
  • Windows & Door repairs / replacement
  • deck, stair and rail repair
  • Gutter cleaning & replacement
  • Wood rot remediation
  • glazing
  • Light landscaping
• And More!!!

Work Examples:

Sample work pictures of deck repair, light landscape, floor replacement:

Before and After Work Samples of light renovation and property refresh work:

Commercial Ceiling Tile Replacement & Fountain repair before & after:

Rates

Our price structure was designed with the client, tenant and homeowner value in mind. On demand handyman & property management work requests have a $65 trip fee per call (within a 25 mile radius of Quincy, MA). This typically covers time, gas & material procurement. If the issue is quickly addressable this fee will serve as the base minimum. Most common jobs have an additional competitive flat rate line item fee per job typically considerably less than home services specialists such as a plumber, electrician or contractor. This approach ensures transparency with up front prices provided. We encourage clients to address multiple issues (punch lists) and issue types with a single visit to maximize cost effectiveness.

Typical high value multiple purpose visits include:

• Rental unit Move outs / In
• Home sale preparation
• Property manager to do lists
• Seasonal maintenance checklists
• Honey do lists

For jobs requiring more extensive custom estimates such as light remodels, visits can be arranged at no charge otherwise estimate review, material procurement and sourcing time is included at half the hourly billable rate. Commercial Property Managers requiring fixed bid estimates will be provided upon request with trip fee required.

Contact and Work Requests:

To schedule a work request or estimate please click the link below to be brought into a client request form. To expedite the process please provide the best way to be contacted, a clear description of the issue, multiple pictures of the problem if possible and any other information that may be helpful in arranging the service as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Link to Client Work Request Form

Complete price list available upon requests. Some sample job rates include:

• Toilet Rebuild – $75
• Toilet Replacement – $300 with toilet, $175 if labor & removal only
• Faucet /shower fixture replacement – $75 + fixture cost
• Light fixtures – $75 per fixture + fixture cost
• Small drywall repairs $75, medium $125, Large requires an estimate
• Interior painting $2 per sq foot (paint included with 100 sq foot min)
• Smoke / Carbon Monoxide detector replacement $50 plus unit costs ($75 if hard wired)
• Door shim/Hinge: $60, Install internal door with existing jam $125, install pre-hung $250