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Handy Wizard, LLC

$75/hour
$100 minimum


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Responds in about 17 min


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About
Handy Wizard is a licensed, insured, and bonded residential handyman service based in Nashville, TN, providing reliable, high-quality home repair and installation services. We specialize in everyday projects like drywall repair, painting, fixture replacements, trim work, mounting, and general home maintenance. Our focus is on efficient, detail-oriented work that helps homeowners quickly complete their to-do lists with confidence. We strictly perform handyman-level services and do not take on structural work, major remodeling, or large permit-required projects. MAIN SERVICES PROVIDED: - Drywall: Patching, full panel installation (single room or smaller), mudding, sanding, and texture matching. - Painting: Interior and exterior (walls, trim, decks, fences, doors), caulking, and touch-ups - Mounting & Assembly: TVs, shelving, mirrors, blinds, curtain rods, furniture, storage systems - Electrical Fixtures: Outlets, switches, light fixtures, ceiling fans, smoke detectors - Plumbing Fixtures: Toilets, faucets, sinks, vanities, garbage disposals, p-traps, shower heads - Carpentry & Millwork: Trim, baseboards, crown molding, light wood rot repair, decorative wall treatments (shiplap, beadboard, acoustic paneling) - Doors & Windows: Interior door replacement, storm/screen doors, hardware installation, weatherstripping, and alignment/adjustments - Decks, Fences & Exterior: Repairs, pressure washing, lattice, mailboxes, light posts, small pre-fab sheds - HVAC (light work): Thermostats, filters, vents, minor duct repairs - Stairs & Railings: Handrails, balusters, minor repairs and reinforcement - Cabinetry: Pre-fab cabinet installation, pullout trash cans, hardware install, routine adjustments, and pre-fab wood/laminate countertops. SERVICES NOT PROVIDED: - Structural & Construction: No new construction, additions, structural framing, load-bearing work, foundation work, excavation, or major remodeling/permit-required projects - Electrical & Plumbing: No new wiring or circuits, panel upgrades, 240V/high-voltage work, plumbing inside walls, gas lines, water heaters, or HVAC system installs - High-Elevation Work: No roofing, chimneys, dormers, siding, or work above 2 stories - Environmental & Restoration: No mold, asbestos, hazardous materials, or fire/flood damage restoration - Other Specialized Work: No welding, drainage systems (French drains), below-grade waterproofing, or garage door spring/tension work
Overview

Hired 97 times

27 similar jobs done near you

Background checked

License verified

1 employee

3 years in business

Business hours

SunClosedMon8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2025

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2023

Services offered

Estimated hours

2-5 hours of work

Doesn’t offer: Less than 2 hours of work, A full day of work

Project type

Repairs

Installation

Maintenance

Assembly

Work focus

Interior walls

Cabinets

Shelving

Molding or baseboards

Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

Exceptional 5.0

76 reviews

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Paige S.

Mar 10, 2026

Hired on Thumbtack

Dereck has been an absolute lifesaver for us. He helped with a long list of miscellaneous repairs and projects around our house, and every single thing was done carefully and professionally. He was punctual, communicative, and clearly takes pride in doing quality work. What we appreciated most was his willingness to tackle a variety of small projects that many contractors won’t bother with. He was efficient, respectful of our home, and even took care of a few extra small fixes while he was there! It’s hard to find someone reliable for general handyman work, and Dereck exceeded our expectations! I highly recommend him to anyone looking for dependable, high-quality help around the house!

Details: A full day (Complex or long-term projects) • Repairs • Maintenance • Painting • Bathroom • Kitchen • Living room • Bedroom • Deck or porch • Doors • Walls (inside) • Shelving • Molding or baseboards • Home

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Laura L.

Feb 2, 2026

Hired on Thumbtack

I had a great experience working with this handyman and highly recommend him. He installed a Nest doorbell camera and made sure my existing doorbell chimes worked properly with it. When the chimes didn’t work the first time, he came back at no extra charge and spent significant time troubleshooting until everything was working perfectly. He also secured my kitchen island’s quartz countertop and properly bolted the island to the floor joist so it no longer moves. His work is detailed, neat, and clearly done with care. He takes pride in doing things the right way, produces high-quality results, and is completely trustworthy. On top of that, he was a real pleasure to work with—professional, patient, and reliable.

Details: A full day (Complex or long-term projects) • Installation • Kitchen • Doors • Home

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Tim R.

Sep 8, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

Details: 2 - 5 hours (A few different projects) • Installation • Living room • Walls (inside) • Home

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James h.

Aug 17, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

Dereck was professional, meticulous, highly skilled, fairly priced and a pleasure to work with. I already have a couple of other things for him to do. I can’t rate him high enough.

Details: 2 - 5 hours (A few different projects) • Repairs • Installation • Garage • Deck or porch • Lighting • Home

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Robb M.

May 20, 2023

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If I could give Derek and Joseph 10 stars, I would. I kept throwing them curve balls with regards to work changes and added items and they kept hitting home runs. We have a few more projects that we are needed to have done and Derek has already made preparations for them. We will absolutely use D-Rex Delivery and Handyman in the future and I will happily recommend them to anyone. 10 stars!

Details: 3-5 items • Sofa • Other furniture items • Within the same building • Stairs to load items • Stairs to unload items

Furniture Moving and Heavy Lifting
Credentials
License

License type: Home Improvement Contractors

License state: TN

License verified on 2/12/2025

Background Check

Dereck Hoekstra

FAQs

  • What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

    - Hourly Rate: $75/hr - Minimum fee per appointment: $100 - Charge for all supplies/expenses used to complete the project/tasks - Don't charge for commuting time - Charge for time spent at hardware store to pick up specific items to complete the project/tasks - Charge for time needed to research, problem solve and communicate in order to complete the job - If a vehicle/tool rental is necessary to complete the job, both the contractor and client will agree upon the rental beforehand.

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