Handyman Services in Traverse City & Northern Michigan

Every repair performed by a Licensed Michigan Builder — not an unlicensed handyman.

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More Than a Handyman — Builder-Level Repairs

Need something fixed, replaced, or repaired around your home? We handle the everyday repairs and maintenance tasks homeowners need — but with a critical difference. Every job is performed by a licensed Michigan Residential Builder with an engineering background.

That means when I'm fixing your leaky faucet, I'm also noticing the early signs of water damage behind the wall. When I'm adjusting your sticking door, I'm checking whether the frame has shifted. You get the repair you called about and the peace of mind that comes from having a trained set of eyes on your home.

What We Handle

Fixture & faucet replacement
Minor plumbing repairs
Minor electrical (outlets, switches, fixtures)
Drywall patching & repair
Door & window adjustments
Caulking & weather-stripping
Deck & exterior repairs
Gutter cleaning & minor roof maintenance
Garage door hardware & lubrication
Smoke & CO detector checks
Dryer vent & exhaust line clean-out
Dishwasher filter & drainage maintenance
Refrigerator coil cleaning
Seasonal prep tasks
General home repairs

Why Hire a Licensed Builder for Handyman Work?

Not all handymen are licensed and insured. They fix what you point at and leave. A licensed builder sees your home as a connected system — roofing, structure, plumbing, electrical, envelope. When you hire us for a simple repair, you're also getting a trained assessment of the area around it. We catch problems early and we can tell you honestly what needs attention now versus what can wait.

How It Works

1

Call or Request a Quote

Tell us what needs fixing. No job is too small.

2

We Visit Your Home

Assess the repair and provide transparent pricing before any work begins.

3

Work Gets Done Right

Licensed, insured, and performed to builder standards.

4

You Get a Report

Photo documentation of what was done, plus anything else we noticed.

Pricing

Handyman services are billed at an hourly rate with a one-hour minimum. We provide a clear estimate before starting any work — no surprises.

💡Subscriber Perk: Members of our Seasonal Maintenance program receive preferred member pricing on all handyman services.

Service Area

We provide handyman and home repair services throughout Northern Michigan, including:

Traverse City
Acme
Suttons Bay
Glen Arbor
Lake Leelanau
Elk Rapids
Interlochen
Benzonia
Old Mission Peninsula
Kingsley
Kalkaska

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Get It Fixed?

No job is too small. Contact us for a free estimate on your repair or maintenance project.

Service Limitations: Handyman services include hands-on repairs and maintenance performed to professional standards. All work is visual and non-destructive unless specifically agreed upon. 45th Parallel Home Maintenance is a Licensed Michigan Builder #262600182.