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“If only I could find a handyman I can count on!”

You asked. We answered! We’re pleased to introduce Hometown Restyling’s Handyman Service. Many of you have counted on us for 40 years when it comes to remodeling. Now we’re offering the same top-quality service for your handyman needs—from quick fixes to ongoing maintenance in Eastern Iowa.

Next time you need a handyman, we’ll send one of our trusted experts out to help. These are some of our most common services, but please reach out if you don’t see yours listed below:

Cabinetry repairs
Deck repairs
Deck stairs
Door capping
Door installation
Drywall repair
Exhaust fan installation
Flooring
Hanging blinds
Interior and exterior railings
Loose deck board tightening
Painting
Replace door knobs
Replacing faucets
Rotten wood issues
Screen repair or replacement
Window capping
Window installation
Window shutters
Winter customizable snowbird packages

Handyman Services

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What Previous Customers Say

“Hometown Restyling does outstanding work. We’ve used them for 5 major projects and one smaller one!”

“Josh and his co-worker are very professional and did a great job. Very professional and willing to help with problems we had that needed attention. Thank you!”

“Josh was great and Madi was fast, efficient, and courteous. Pricing for the job was within my budget. A job well done.”

“John knew how to correct my siding issues right away.”

Frequently Asked Questions About Handyman Services

What kinds of projects does the Hometown Restyling handyman service handle?

Our handyman service covers a wide range of repairs, maintenance tasks, and smaller home improvements. On the repair side, that includes fixing sticking doors, patching drywall, reattaching or replacing trim, tightening loose deck boards, addressing rotten wood, and sealing drafty gaps around windows and doors. On the improvement side, we handle projects like installing ceiling fans and light fixtures, replacing faucets and plumbing fixtures, hanging blinds and window shutters, adding wall shelving, installing exhaust fans, and freshening up interior and exterior paint.

The service list on this page is a starting point, not a hard limit. If you have a task that doesn’t appear there, reach out and describe it. If it’s something our team can handle well and safely, we’ll let you know. If it’s a better fit for a full remodeling consultation, we’ll tell you that too.

When should I call the handyman service vs. request a remodeling consultation?

A good rule of thumb: the handyman service is the right call when the project is a repair, a single-trade improvement, or a small upgrade that doesn’t require design work, permits, or coordinating multiple contractors. Replacing a faucet, fixing a sticking door, patching drywall, hanging a ceiling fan, or tightening up a deck all fit comfortably in handyman territory. A remodeling consultation is the right call when the project involves layout changes, structural work, permits, or a meaningful investment in a major system like windows, siding, a kitchen, or a bathroom.

The simplest way to think about it: if your project is on the to-do list you keep meaning to get to, that’s probably handyman scope. If your project is something you’ve been dreaming about, like the kitchen you finally want to do right, the bathroom that needs a full tearout, or new windows for the whole house, that’s a consultation. When you’re not sure which path fits, request a quote and describe what you’re thinking. We’ll steer you in the right direction.

Can your handyman help with drywall repairs?

Yes, drywall repair is one of the most common handyman calls we get, particularly in older Eastern Iowa homes. We handle dents from everyday activity, cracks from seasonal movement, nail pops caused by shifting framing, and patches needed after repairs to plumbing or electrical inside the walls. A professional drywall patch, properly feathered and primed, is nearly invisible once painted, which makes a big difference in how a room looks and feels.

One thing worth knowing: small drywall issues have a way of getting bigger if left alone, especially cracks from settling or nail pops that get bumped repeatedly. Addressing them while they’re small is almost always faster and less expensive than waiting until the damage has spread. If you’re not sure whether your drywall issue is handyman scope or something that signals a bigger underlying problem, like water damage or structural settling, our team can assess that during the same visit.

My door is sticking or won't latch properly. Can the handyman fix that?

Almost always, yes. Sticking doors and misaligned latches are one of the most frequent calls we receive, especially after Iowa’s winter temperature swings. Frames shift, wood swells and contracts, and hinges that were fine a year ago suddenly need adjustment. In most cases the fix is straightforward: adjusting the hinges, reinforcing the frame with longer screws, or planing a spot where the door is binding. These jobs typically take well under an hour and make a door feel brand new.

Left unaddressed, a door that doesn’t close properly becomes a draft problem, a security concern, and eventually a hardware problem as the latch and jamb wear unevenly. It’s worth fixing promptly, and it’s exactly the kind of small repair our handyman service is designed for.

Can your handyman repair or replace a bathroom exhaust fan?

Yes, exhaust fan work is something we handle regularly. If your fan is noisy, weak, or outdated, we can replace it with a newer, quieter, more efficient model. We also frequently find that existing fans aren’t venting properly, either because they’re exhausting into an attic instead of outside, or because the ductwork connection has come loose. Both problems allow moisture to build up where you can’t see it, leading to damaged insulation, mold risk, and eventually costly repairs.

Bathroom ventilation matters more in Iowa winters than most homeowners realize. When windows stay closed and showers run hot, an undersized or improperly vented fan struggles to keep up. If you’ve noticed condensation on mirrors that takes a long time to clear, peeling paint near the ceiling, or musty odors in the bathroom, a fan inspection is a smart first step. It’s a quick job with real preventative value.

Can the handyman service help with deck repairs, such as loose boards, stairs, or railings?

Yes, deck maintenance and repair is one of the most common handyman jobs in Eastern Iowa. We handle loose or squeaky deck boards, rotted boards that need replacement, stair repairs, and railing adjustments. Loose deck boards don’t always need replacing. In many cases they just need to be re-secured with longer screws or better fasteners, which is quick and cost-effective. Rotted boards do need to come out, since leaving them in place risks spreading moisture damage to the framing below.

One thing our team looks for during any deck repair visit: signs of deeper structural issues, like damaged joists, deteriorating ledger boards, or footings that have shifted. A loose board might be just a loose board, or it might be flagging something underneath. We’ll tell you what we find and give you a clear picture of whether the deck needs spot repairs or a more comprehensive evaluation. If it turns out the deck is approaching end-of-life, we can connect you with our deck replacement team, but we’ll always start with the honest answer first.

Do you handle interior and exterior painting?

Yes, painting is on our handyman service list for both interior and exterior work. Interior painting tasks we commonly handle include touching up rooms after drywall repairs, freshening up a room or two, and painting trim and doors. On the exterior, we handle spot-painting repaired or replaced boards, painting trim, and touch-up work after repairs.

Painting scope can vary more than most handyman tasks. A single drywall patch that needs paint is a quick addition to a visit, while painting a full exterior or multiple rooms is a more involved project. When you request a quote, describing the scope clearly, including how many rooms, which surfaces, and whether prep work like sanding or priming is needed, helps us give you an accurate picture of what’s involved. If the project is larger than typical handyman scope, we’ll let you know upfront rather than show up to a job that requires more time than planned.

What small improvements are worth tackling before listing a home for sale?

The small repairs and updates that buyers notice most are often the ones sellers stop seeing: sticking or misaligned doors, drywall patches that were never finished, dripping faucets, cracked or missing trim, outdated light fixtures, and dated hardware throughout the home. None of these are expensive to fix, but they add up to an impression. An unaddressed to-do list tells buyers the home hasn’t been well maintained, even if it has been.

Before a listing, the most impactful handyman work usually falls into what we call the polish category: replacing all the doorknobs and cabinet hardware with a consistent finish, patching and painting any drywall dings, fixing anything that sticks or doesn’t work smoothly, caulking and sealing around windows and doors, and updating any light fixtures that look dated. These projects collectively make a home feel cared for and move-in ready, which buyers and their agents notice immediately. A single handyman visit addressing multiple small items is often money very well spent before a listing goes live.

Can the handyman install window shutters or blinds, or handle window and door capping?

Yes to all three, and these are handyman-scope services we handle regularly. Window shutters and blinds are installation jobs that don’t require a full remodeling consultation: we measure, mount the hardware, and hang the product. Window capping (adding aluminum or steel capping over window trim to seal it and eliminate painting) and door capping are also handyman-scope jobs that protect wood trim from moisture and dramatically reduce maintenance.

A question we hear often: what’s the difference between the handyman service and the window and door replacement service lines? The handyman service handles capping, minor repairs, blinds, shutters, and single-unit installations within an existing, structurally sound opening. A full window replacement consultation is the right path when you’re replacing multiple windows for energy efficiency or a whole-house upgrade, or when a door or window replacement involves new framing, custom sizing, or is part of a larger exterior project. If you’re not sure which path fits your situation, describe it in the quote form and we’ll route you to the right team.

Can I give you a list of multiple small projects to tackle in one visit?

Absolutely, and in fact that’s one of the most efficient ways to use the handyman service. A single visit covering five or six small tasks is almost always more cost-effective than five or six separate calls, and it’s far less disruptive to your schedule. The to-do list that’s been sitting on the refrigerator for months, covering items like the sticking door, the loose towel bar, the fan that needs replacing, and the closet rod that’s sagging, is exactly what the handyman service is designed for.

When you request a quote, include everything on your list rather than just the most urgent item. That way we can plan the right amount of time and make sure we bring what’s needed. We’ll confirm the scope before the visit and let you know if anything on the list would be better handled through a different path. The goal is to have our team show up once and leave with the whole list crossed off.