Insured handyman + odd job specialist with over 15 years of reliable experience

Meet the Team

  • Owner & Handyman

    I’m Nicholas, your local insured handyman based in Hastings and serving Cottage Grove and the East Twin Cities Metro. I take pride in being on time, communicating clearly, and delivering fairly priced, quality work my neighbors can count on.

  • Shop Supervisor

    Sadie is my Border Collie and the self-proclaimed boss of the shop. She monitors the schedule, keeps an eye on the tools, and works hard for treats and belly rubs.

Now that you’ve met the team, here are some ways we can help out.

Interior

  • TV mounting and wire concealment

  • Custom shelves and floating shelves

  • Closet organization and builds

  • Picture and mirror hanging

  • Curtain rods and blinds installation

  • Furniture assembly

  • Minor drywall patching and texture blends

  • Paint touch-ups and accent walls

  • Caulking and re-caulking (bath/kitchen)

  • Door hardware and lockset installs

  • Interior door adjustments and hinge/strike fixes

  • Baseboard, casing, and trim repairs

  • Towel bars, hooks, and bath accessories

  • Light fixture and switch plate swaps (non-permitted)

  • Smart thermostat mounting and setup (no new wiring)

  • Childproofing, safety latches, grab bars

Exterior

  • Mailbox install or replacement

  • House numbers and exterior hardware

  • Fence picket/section repairs

  • Gate latch and hinge fixes

  • Deck board replacements and minor repairs

  • Handrail installs

  • Screen door and storm door installs/adjustments

  • Window screen repair and replacements

  • Gutter cleaning and gutter guard installs

  • Power washing patios, decks, and siding

  • Caulking and weatherstripping doors/windows

  • Shed organization and minor repairs

  • Small exterior paint touch-ups

  • Garage shelving and storage solutions

  • Seasonal holiday light hanging

General

  • Workbench builds and garage organization

  • Small carpentry projects and jig fixes

  • Picture gallery walls and layout help

  • Minor tile/grout repairs and regrouting

  • Furniture repair and tightening

  • Moving help within the home and small item hauling

  • Door and drawer adjustments

  • Replace smoke/CO detector batteries and units

  • Filter changes (furnace, fridge)

  • Install and set up smart locks, video doorbells, cameras (no new wiring)

  • Patch-and-paint after small repairs

  • To-do list/punch-list days

  • Weeding, planting, mulching, and bed edging

  • Seasonal yard cleanups and leaf pickup

  • Small haul-away of packaging and debris

“Nick cleared all the branches and sticks off our roof after a storm. He was on time, careful around the gutters, and left no mess behind. We’ll definitely call again.”

— Maria K.

Solid Service.

Reliable Results.

“Nicholas built a custom garden workbench to fit our space perfectly. Solid, sturdy, and exactly the shelves and hooks I asked for. He was on time, communicated clearly, and left the area spotless.”

— Annie L.

“Our garbage disposal jammed, and we thought we needed a new one. Nick cleared the jam, reset it, and had it working in minutes. Honest, fair price, and he explained what went wrong.”

— Frank B.

Ready to get started?

Share a few details about your project(s) and I’ll be in touch shortly. I look forward to hearing from you!