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A look at how we work and what we do

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Why I Always Clean Up After Every Job

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Why I Always Clean Up After Every Job

It sounds basic. But you'd be surprised how many tradespeople leave a mess. Here's why cleaning up matters - and why I won't skip it.

27 Nov 2025Read more

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The Strangest Jobs I've Been Asked to Do

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The Strangest Jobs I've Been Asked to Do

Handyman work isn't just shelves and flat pack. Here are some of the more unusual requests I've had - and whether I took them on.

26 Nov 2025Read more

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Why I Don't Upsell (And Why It Matters)

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Why I Don't Upsell (And Why It Matters)

Some tradespeople arrive for one job and leave with a list of 'essential' extras. Here's why I don't do that - and why it builds better business.

25 Nov 2025Read more

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How I Quote Jobs (Transparency in Pricing)

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How I Quote Jobs (Transparency in Pricing)

Ever wondered how handymen come up with prices? Here's exactly how I work out what to charge - no mystery, no hidden extras.

18 Oct 2025Read more

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Honest Advice: Jobs I'll Tell You Not to Pay For

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Honest Advice: Jobs I'll Tell You Not to Pay For

Sometimes the honest answer is 'don't hire me for that.' Here are the jobs where DIY makes more sense than paying a professional.

7 Oct 2025Read more

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Worst Flat Pack Fails I've Had to Fix

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Worst Flat Pack Fails I've Had to Fix

Some flat pack attempts go very wrong. Here are some of the worst DIY disasters I've been called in to rescue - and what went wrong.

2 Oct 2025Read more

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My Tool Kit: What I Carry to Every Job

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My Tool Kit: What I Carry to Every Job

Ever wondered what a handyman actually carries? Here's what's in my van and why - from the daily essentials to the 'just in case' items.

25 Sept 2025Read more

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A Day in the Life of an Exeter Handyman

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A Day in the Life of an Exeter Handyman

Ever wondered what a handyman actually does all day? Here's a real look at a typical day - from first job to last.

10 Sept 2025Read more

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