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  • WHAT TYPES OF SERVICES DO YOU PROVIDE?
    We do most maintenance, repair, and home improvement jobs that take anywhere from 20 minutes to 2 days to complete. Our most common tasks include: Drywall repair Furniture assembly Appliance installation TV mounting Ceiling fan and light fixture installation Bifold doors and drawer repair Shelving and organization Dryer vent cleaning Painting Trim and molding installation Fence and gate repair Deck repair and refinishing Flooring Tile and backsplash installation Door repair, installation, and replacement Screen repair Window replacement and repair Aging-in-place modifications Need help with something else? No worries. Send us a detailed request, and we’ll let you know if we can do it.
  • WHAT TYPES OF SERVICES DO YOU NOT PROVIDE?
    Some jobs require specialized insurance, licenses, equipment, or expertise. These include electrical wiring, plumbing, gas-related work, concrete casting, roofing, and any repairs at heights over 12 feet.
  • DO YOU DO COMMERCIAL PROPERTY WORK?
    Yes. We provide services to both residential and commercial clients, including homeowners, businesses, landlords, and property managers.
  • ARE YOU A REGISTERED AND INSURED CONTRACTOR?
    Yes. We are fully insured with professional liability and general liability insurance up to $1,000,000. In addition, we are a registered contractor and hold all required approvals for a handyman company in Iowa.
  • WHAT SEPARATES YOU FROM OTHER COMPANIES?
    We care about you, the client. Therefore, when you work with us, you receive: highly responsive care. a free online estimate with clear, transparent pricing. a 1-year labor warranty from a locally owned, registered, and insured contractor. meticulously screened and trained technicians. You don't have to take our word for it. We are the highest-ranking handyman service company in the Iowa City area. Click here to read our customers' raving reviews on Google Maps.
  • WHAT AREAS DO YOU SERVE?
    We provide professional handyman services to customers in Iowa City and the surrounding areas, including North Liberty, Coralville, and Tiffin.
  • HOW DO I SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT?
    You can schedule an appointment with us by calling 319-214-5247 or completing our request estimate form here. A member of our team will follow up with you within 2 business days.
  • WHAT IS YOUR AVAILABILITY?
    We usually have availability within 2 to 4 weeks.
  • WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL AN APPOINTMENT?
    We have a 24-hour cancellation policy. Therefore, you will be charged a no-show fee if you do not cancel with at least 24 hours’ notice.
  • WHAT ARE YOUR HOURS OF OPERATION?
    You can call us anytime, and someone will always answer the phone. We schedule jobs from 9 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday, except for national holidays, and offer limited evening and weekend availability.
  • DO YOU OFFER FREE ESTIMATES?
    Yes. Click here, or call (319) 214-5247 for your free estimate. Note: We charge a travel fee for on-site estimates over 10 miles from our office.
  • DO YOU DO ON-SITE ESTIMATES?
    Rarely. We save you time and money by not doing on-site estimates for most jobs. Instead, we ask you to send pictures and tell us about the problem you're dealing with. We’ll also ask for critical information about the job that might be important for us. In some cases, an on-site assessment is necessary to get a better idea of the scope and details of the project.
  • DO YOU CHARGE BY THE HOUR OR BY THE JOB?
    We charge by the job, not by the hour, so you know exactly how much you will pay.
  • DO YOU EVER CHARGE MORE THAN THE ESTIMATE?
    We charge the estimated price even if a job takes longer than expected. However, the job's scope may change for various reasons, such as unexpected conditions, different quantities, or additional tasks. If this happens, we will share our evaluation and verify that you understand the necessity of the change and its cost.
  • DO YOU PROVIDE ITEMIZED ESTIMATES?
    Our estimates include a separate description and price for each task so that everything is clear and transparent. All prices include labor with favorable site conditions, incidental job supplies, area protection, and cleanup unless otherwise specified. If additional services or materials are required, the description will note them.
  • WHO PROVIDES THE MATERIALS FOR MY PROJECT?
    As a rule, we provide construction materials, such as drywall, lumber, and repair necessities, to ensure that they’re correct. However, we prefer you purchase items based on personal taste, such as light fixtures, faucets, toilets, shelving, ceiling fans, and flooring. The description will include a note about any needed material not included in the estimate.
  • DO YOU HAVE A MINIMUM FEE, AND IF SO, WHAT IS IT?
    Yes. We charge a minimum of $150 per visit, which includes set up and travel fees, if applicable.
  • WHY DO YOU CHARGE A SETUP FEE?
    Rather than inflating labor fees, we charge a setup fee, which covers the costs preceding our technician's arrival at your doorstep. So our pricing is transparent and clear.
  • IS THERE A TRAVEL FEE?
    We charge a travel fee for jobs over 10 miles from our office.
  • DO YOU REQUIRE A DEPOSIT?
    We require a deposit for costly materials or when the total cost is more than $500.
  • WHEN IS PAYMENT DUE?
    Payment is due upon completion of the job. We may require partial payment for larger jobs that take more than a couple of days to finish. A late fee is added to all unpaid invoices after 30 days and for every 30 days after that.
  • HOW DO I PAY FOR YOUR SERVICES?
    We accept cash, checks, and credit cards. You can pay our technician directly or pay online. A convenience fee is added to the invoice's total when paid by card.
  • DO I NEED TO BE PRESENT AT THE TIME OF SERVICE?
    No, but we prefer to have someone at home who is at least 18 years old. You may arrange for us to access your property and lock it after we leave. We can send pictures of the finished job with the invoice via email.
  • WHO WILL COME TO MY HOUSE OR BUSINESS?
    A uniformed technician will arrive with his gear in a designated Simply Right Handyman vehicle.
  • DO YOU PROVIDE A WARRANTY?
    Yes, we provide a 1-year labor warranty unless otherwise specified in writing. Please refer to our terms and conditions for more details.
  • WHAT DO I DO IF I AM UNSATISFIED WITH THE WORK PERFORMED?
    Please notify us immediately if you are unhappy with any of our services. We will do our very best to correct any issue to your satisfaction.
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