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Read the guideSame-day handyman in San Diego
Handyman in San Diego for the repairs that can't wait.
TV mounting, drywall patches, running toilets, sticking doors and furniture assembly. Text a photo, get a price fast, and we show up on time. Insured. English, Español, Português.
Serving homes across Greater San Diego
- San Diego
- Chula Vista
- El Cajon
- Poway
- La Mesa
- Santee
- National City
- Lemon Grove
- Spring Valley
- Coronado
- Imperial Beach
- La Jolla
- Del Mar
- Solana Beach
- Encinitas
- Carlsbad
- 100+Jobs done for San Diego homes and rentals
- ≤1 hrTypical reply time to a text or call
- 3Languages: English, Español, Português
- 7Days a week, same-day slots often open
Home repairs we handle every week
Small jobs, done properly. If yours is not on the list, text us a photo and ask.
TV Mounting & Wall HangingTVs mounted level and secure, cables tidied. Shelves, mirrors and art hung where you want them.See what's included
Drywall Repair, Caulking & Touch-UpsHoles, dents and cracks patched and textured, fresh caulk around tubs and sinks, clean paint touch-ups.See what's included
Appliance InstallationGarbage disposals, dishwashers, microwaves and range hoods swapped in and tested before we leave.See what's included- Toilet & Faucet RepairRunning toilets, dripping faucets and slow leaks fixed. Fixture swaps on the lines you already have.See what's included
Door Repair & Lock InstallationDoors that stick, sag or will not latch, adjusted and rehung. Knobs, deadbolts and smart locks installed.See what's included
Furniture AssemblyBeds, desks, dressers and shelving built square and sturdy, anchored to the wall when it matters.See what's included
Cabinet & Drawer RepairLoose hinges, broken drawer slides and crooked doors fixed so everything opens and closes like it should.See what's included
Rental & Property MaintenanceMove-out repairs, turnover punch lists and small fixes for landlords and property managers.See what's included
On time. Honest price. Cleaned up after.
Handmax is owner-operated, so the person who quotes your job cares how it turns out. You get a price before the work starts, an arrival time you can plan around, and a room that looks like nothing happened, except the problem is gone.
From photo to fixed in four steps
- 01
Text a photo
Send a picture of the job to (619) 891-0424 by text or WhatsApp. A one-line note helps.
- 02
Free quote
You get a clear price for the work before anything starts. No pressure to book.
- 03
On time, often same day
Pick a time that suits you. Same-day appointments are often available, seven days a week.
- 04
Tested and cleaned up
Everything gets tested in front of you, and the work area is cleaned before we leave.
Owner-operated in San DiegoMeet Igor, the person behind Handmax
Igor started Handmax to help San Diego homeowners and renters get small repairs done right, without waiting weeks. He answers messages fast, shows up on time and treats every home with care.
With more than 100 jobs done across San Diego, Igor knows the small stuff that drags on: the faucet that drips all night, the TV still leaning on the wall, the door that will not latch. Punctual, honest and reliable is the whole plan.
- Insured
- 100+ jobs done
- English, Español, Português
Text us a photo, get a price fast.
No forms required, no waiting for a callback window. Snap the broken hinge, the hole in the wall or the box of flat-pack furniture and send it over.
- Local to San DiegoBased here, working from Chula Vista up to Carlsbad.
- Fair, upfront pricingYou see the price before the work starts.
- Fast repliesMost messages get an answer within the hour.
- Se habla españolFalamos português. English too, of course.
- InsuredCovered while we work in your home.
- Zelle, cash or checkPay the way that is easiest for you.
Same-day visits often openTypical reply within 1 hour
The kind of spaces we work in
Example photos of rooms like the ones we fix up every week. Photos of our own finished jobs are coming soon.
Handyman service across Greater San Diego
From Chula Vista and Imperial Beach up the coast to Carlsbad, and inland to El Cajon, Santee and Poway.
See every area we serve- Handyman in Chula Vista
- Handyman in El Cajon
- Handyman in Poway
- Handyman in La Mesa
- Handyman in Santee
- Handyman in Carlsbad
- Handyman in Encinitas
Also serving National City, Lemon Grove, Spring Valley, Coronado, Imperial Beach, La Jolla, Del Mar, Solana Beach.
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Read the guideGreater San Diego, from Chula Vista and Imperial Beach up to Carlsbad, and east to El Cajon, Santee and Poway. That includes La Jolla, Del Mar, Coronado, La Mesa, Encinitas and nearby neighborhoods. Not sure about your street? Text us your ZIP code.
Often, yes. Same-day appointments are available on many days. Text a photo early and we will tell you the soonest open slot. Hours are Monday to Saturday 8am to 8pm, and Sunday 8am to 5pm.
Text or WhatsApp a photo of the job to (619) 891-0424 with a short note about what you need. You get a price back, usually within the hour. If the photo does not show enough, we ask a quick question or two before quoting. The quote is free.
Zelle, cash or check. Pick whichever is easiest for you.
Yes. We focus on small repairs and swap-out installs. We do not take work that needs a building permit, like new electrical circuits, gas lines, moving plumbing or structural changes, and we do not do large remodels. If your job is bigger than what we handle, we will tell you upfront.
Yes. We speak English, Spanish and Portuguese, so you can text or talk in whichever language is easiest for you. Se habla español. Falamos português.
That repair you keep putting off? Text us a photo today.
Free quote, no pressure. Most messages get a reply within the hour, and same-day visits are often open.
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Tell us what needs fixing. You will hear back fast, usually within the hour.