Handyman in Downey, CA
Repairs, small projects and punch lists, from the contractor whose company grew out of handyman work.
Where this company started, and what it still does
Handyman work is the foundation of RH Construction And Renovation. Rigo spent years fixing and building for homeowners, one repair at a time, before getting his California General B license and growing into remodeling and construction. The handyman side was never dropped. It is still how many customers first meet the company, and how many return when something else around the house needs attention.
A handyman is the right call when the job is a list of small, varied repairs rather than a single large project: doors, drywall, trim, hardware, caulking, shelving. A remodeling contractor is the right call when the work is large or involves structure and trades. Because Rigo does both, you do not have to guess which kind of contractor you need. Describe the job and he will tell you.
One advantage of the handyman side is that it keeps the company close to what actually goes wrong in a house. The leak behind a wall, the door that will not close, the stained ceiling: these are all things he has seen many times, and that experience informs how the larger projects are planned.
Handyman services
Getting the most out of a handyman visit
Make a list before the visit and photograph anything unusual. Group repairs by room so the work is done efficiently. The more you bundle, the better the use of the visit, since the setup, the drive and the cleanup are the same whether it is one repair or ten.
Be honest about the age of the house and anything you suspect is wrong behind the surface. A soft spot in a wall, a stain that keeps returning or a door that has been sticking for years may point to something that needs a real repair, and it is better to know that before the patch goes on.
Handyman: common questions
What counts as handyman work?
Small repairs and projects such as patching drywall, adjusting doors, repairing trim, replacing fixtures and hardware, hanging shelves and caulking. Anything involving structure, major plumbing or major electrical work is a different category.
Is a handyman licensed?
Handyman work in California under a small dollar threshold does not require a license. Rigo holds a California General B contractor license (#1162715), so he can also take on larger projects when you are ready.
Can you do a list of repairs in one visit?
Yes. That is the most efficient way to use a handyman. Send us the list or photos ahead of time and we plan the visit around it.
Do you charge by the hour or by the job?
We quote by the job when the scope is clear and by the visit when the list is long. We tell you the price before starting.
What if the repair turns out to be bigger than expected?
We tell you immediately, explain what we found and give you the option of fixing it properly or leaving it. We do not continue past the agreed scope without your approval.
Have a list of repairs waiting?
Send us the list, with photos if you can. We will tell you how we would handle it and what it will cost.