Hey there. Welcome to the Randall The Handyman blog. We help you fix things. This post shows you how to save time. It shows you how to save money. We use a strategy called bundling.
The problem with tiny fixes
Small problems happen every day. A lightbulb burns out. A cabinet door hangs low. A floorboard squeaks. You see these things. You want to fix them. You think about calling a handyman for one job. Stop.
Calling a handyman for one tiny fix is not efficient. It costs you more. It takes more of your time. You wait for the arrival, then you pay the base rate, then the job takes five minutes. This cycle repeats for the next fix.
Instead, use the bundling strategy. Collect your repairs. Group them together. Book one visit. This is how you manage a home in Vancouver.
What is bundling
Bundling means you create a list. You do not call for one leak. You wait until you have three or four tasks. You book a block of time.
Our pricing makes bundling the best choice. We charge $120 for the first hour. We charge $85 for each additional hour. If you book us for one 15-minute job, you pay $120. If you bundle four 15-minute jobs, you still pay $120. You get more work for the same price.
How to build your bundle list
Start a list today. Put it on your fridge. Put it in your phone. Walk through your home. Look at every room.
The Kitchen Audit
Check the faucet. Look for drips. Check the cabinet handles. Tighten them. Look at the kickplates. Secure them. Check the light fixtures. Replace the bulbs. Note these items on your list.
The Bathroom Audit
Look at the caulking around the tub. Look for mold. Check the towel bar. See if it wiggles. Test the toilet handle. See if it sticks. Note these items.
The Living Room Audit
Check the baseboards. Look for gaps. Look at the walls. Look for nail holes. Check the door hinges. Listen for squeaks. Note these items.
The Exterior Audit
Walk outside your home. Look at the fence. Look at the deck. Check the house numbers. Look for loose trim. Note these items.
Sequential steps for a perfect visit
Follow these steps to prepare.
First, walk through your home, then write down every small issue. Second, gather your materials, then buy the paint or the new handles. Third, clear the work areas, then move the furniture. Fourth, call Randall The Handyman, then book your time block.
Local examples in your neighborhood
Different areas have different needs. We serve many locations.
Yaletown and West End
Condos in Yaletown often need TV mounting. They need shelf installation. They need closet organizers. If you live in the West End, you might have older windows. They need weatherstripping. Bundle your TV mount with a window seal repair.
Kerrisdale and Westside
Large homes in Kerrisdale have many doors. Doors sag over time. They need planed. They need hinges tightened. Bundle your door repairs with a gutter cleaning or a fence fix.
East Vancouver and Main St
Homes near Main St often have heritage details. These need care. Trim needs nailing. Porch steps need securing. Bundle these small wood repairs into one morning.
Burnaby and Richmond
In Burnaby, you might have a basement suite. Check the smoke detectors. Check the door closers. In Richmond, check for moisture issues. Bundle your maintenance checks into one seasonal visit.
Why bundling works for you
Bundling creates efficiency. The handyman arrives once. He brings all the tools. He moves from the kitchen to the bathroom. He moves from the bathroom to the bedroom.
You save on the first-hour rate. You pay $120 once, then $85 for the rest of the time. You do not pay $120 four times. You keep your money.
Bundling also reduces stress. You do not have a long to-do list. You have a "done" list. Your home feels solid. Everything works.
Preparing for your handyman
To get the most value, be ready.
- Prioritize. Tell the handyman which job is most important. Start with that one.
- Clear the path. If we are fixing a leak under the sink, empty the cabinet.
- Have parts ready. If you bought a new faucet, put it on the counter.
- Stay home. Be there to answer questions.
Efficiency is the goal. We want to finish your list. We want you to feel satisfied.
Common tasks to bundle
Use this list for inspiration.
- Change furnace filters.
- Patch drywall holes.
- Touch up paint.
- Install grab bars.
- Fix loose floor tiles.
- Hang pictures and mirrors.
- Assemble flat-pack furniture.
- Install child-proof locks.
- Fix a running toilet.
- Adjust cabinet doors.
The Randall The Handyman Difference
We serve Vancouver. We serve the North Shore. We serve the suburbs. We are licensed. We are insured. We are WorkSafeBC compliant.
When you bundle, you get our full expertise. We see things you might miss. We fix the loose screw before the handle falls off. We spot the leak before it ruins the floor.
Take action now
Go to your kitchen. Open your junk drawer. Find a pen. Find a piece of paper. Walk to the first room. Start your list.
Do not wait for a big disaster. Fix the small things now. Bundle them together. Save your time. Save your money.
Call us at 604-442-5142. Tell us your list. We will schedule your visit.
Get your home in order. Start today. Move forward.
