Practical guides for Montreal homeowners on handyman costs, painting, TV mounting, flooring, furniture assembly and moving day.
Whether a handyman needs a licence in Quebec depends on the work, not on the job title. Construction work is regulated by the Régie du bâtiment du Québec (RBQ), electrical work is for licensed electricians and plumbing is for licensed…
To choose a handyman in Montreal, get two or three quotes, read their Google reviews, and ask the same 10 questions about pricing, materials, scope and scheduling before you book. The right handyman answers clearly, puts the price in writing,…
The best way to survive Montreal moving day is to book early and split the work into stages: movers and helpers six weeks out, repairs to the old place two weeks out, and assembly, mounting and anchoring once you’re in…
In 2026, the cost to paint a room in Montreal comes down to labour time plus the paint itself. With us, labour is $60 an hour plus a $50 travel fee per visit, so a standard bedroom with walls only…
For most living rooms, mount the TV so the centre of the screen sits at eye level when you’re seated, which works out to about 100 to 110 cm (40 to 42 inches from the floor). Bedrooms and walls above…
Most handymen in Montreal charge by the hour, with a minimum charge and often a travel fee on top. At My Handyman Montreal, labour is $60 an hour with a one-hour minimum, plus a $50 travel fee per visit, so…