At some point, we all need to make home improvements. Whether its fixing existing features of your home or installing something new, we all find that the list of things to do around the house is endless.

While we all like to do some of these jobs ourselves, it can, at times, be impossible. Lack of time, tools or knowledge to undertake certain jobs can be a roadblock to getting these jobs done. Sometimes the best thing to do is hire a handyman. A handyman will have the skills, tools and knowledge to get the job done or make improvements in your home and usually in half the time it will take someone who doesn’t have the expertise.

Whether you’re moving home and want to prepare to sell or you just want to freshen things up, there are many jobs a handyman can do to improve your home. Here are the top five jobs that a handyman can do.

Painting

A coat of paint can make your home feel like new. Painting can be time-consuming; you need to prepare the areas you are painting and make sure everything is covered before you even start applying paint to the walls. This is often a deterrent to many people when it comes to painting so why not get someone else to do it?

Repairs

There is always a loose doorknob or fence paling somewhere around your home. A handyman can go through your whole property and repair anything that needs fixing.

Garden maintenance

A handyman can mow the lawn, prune hedges and clean the gutters for you.

Installing new fixtures

Haven’t had time to mount the TV on the wall? Or put those photo frames up? A handyman will do it!

General household maintenance

A handyman will also take on any projects that seem too hard or time-consuming. Things like re-grouting the bathroom and washing the windows are perfect jobs for a handyman.

Employing a handyman to help you out can not only improve your home but free up your time to do the things you enjoy.

This article was written in conjunction with Melbourne removalist Hire A Mover.