Best Handyman Services in Scottsdale
General handyman options plus a stucco specialist and the licensing rules
- No. 1Lists ROC285206
- No. 3Opened 2021 by local owners
- No. 6Stucco crack repair
By John Apolinar
Asking for a handyman on a neighborhood Facebook group gets you a lot of names and not much proof. We checked our own directory, local search results, each company's official website and Arizona's contractor statute to build this list of 6 spots. Five are general handyman companies, four of which publish ROC license numbers on their sites. One is a stucco specialist. We also explain the $1,000 handyman exemption so you know when a license matters.
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In this guide 6 spots
How We Picked (Licensed First)
We started with the companies showing up in local search for "handyman Scottsdale" and the Scottsdale Scoop home repair directory. We favored companies that publish a Registrar of Contractors (ROC) license number on their own site. Every description links to the page we used. We didn't verify any number in the ROC database ourselves, so look each one up with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors before you hire. Before booking, confirm the company's license classification covers your specific task.
The spots
Ranked by Scottsdale ScoopGeneral handyman
Scottsdale and immediate surrounding areas
Michele's Master Handymen
Michele's Master Handymen lists License # ROC285206 and 13 years in business on its website. It says its handymen are background-checked and drug-tested employees of the company rather than subcontractors. The job range runs from TV mounting and hanging artwork to stucco and drywall repairs, custom cabinetry and kitchen and bathroom refurbishments. The company is upfront that it has limits on plumbing, electrical and structural work and asks you to call and ask. It also says it warranties both its work and the materials it buys for you.
The short list: Lists ROC285206Employees, not subcontractorsWarranty on work and materials.
8502 E Via De Ventura Ste 124, Scottsdale 85258
Response Crew Handyman
Drywall, water heaters and fixture swaps since 2010Photo from responsecrew.com. Response Crew's website lists ROC#316616 and says it has served the Valley since 2010 from a Scottsdale office on Via De Ventura. Services include drywall repair with texture matching, water heater repair and installation, plumbing fixes and electrical tasks like ceiling fans, GFCI outlets and light switches. Its Scottsdale handyman page says it never charges service call fees or trip charges. It also says Response Crew staff do the work rather than selling your request to another company.
The short list: Lists ROC#316616No service call fees per its siteWater heater service.
7678 E Greenway Rd Ste 101, Scottsdale 85260
Mr. Handyman of Scottsdale
Mr. Handyman of Scottsdale is part of the Neighborly network. Its local page introduces owners Jon and Michelle and says Jon opened the location in 2021. The service menu is broad and covers TV wall mounts, drywall patching, ceiling fan installation, grab bars and other safety and mobility work, plus bathroom and kitchen repairs. The page also mentions the Neighborly Done Right Promise. The office is on Greenway Road and the site lists (602) 632-0877. We didn't find an ROC number on the page so ask for it.
The short list: Opened 2021 by local ownersSafety and mobility servicesNeighborly Done Right Promise.
10210 N 32nd St Ste B4, Phoenix 85028 (serves Scottsdale and Paradise Valley)
Ace Handyman Services Scottsdale PV
This Ace Handyman Services office is based in north Phoenix and serves Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. Its office page lists License ROC #345272 and says it's served the area since 2021. The same page says it offers a one-year service warranty on all handyman services. It also says customers get text updates about who's coming and when. The BBB profile shows the same ROC number and address.
The short list: Lists ROC #345272One-year service warrantyText arrival updates.
Serves all of Scottsdale from the Phoenix area
Handyman Connection of Phoenix
Handyman Connection's Scottsdale services page says it serves all of Scottsdale including DC Ranch, Grayhawk, Troon, McDowell Mountain Ranch and McCormick Ranch. The page lists three ROC numbers: 272035, 310792 and 321063. Its general services include carpentry and custom woodwork, drywall patching, painting and trim, door and window repairs and minor plumbing and electrical repairs. The page also says it can advise whether your project needs a permit before work begins. Call (602) 424-6700.
The short list: Lists three ROC numbersCarpentry and trim workPermit guidance per its site.
Specialist
Disclosure: Scottsdale Stucco Pros is owned by the publisher of Scottsdale Scoop. We include it as a specialist because stucco cracks are a common item on Scottsdale repair lists and a general handyman may not take them on. Its website lists crack repair, patching, repainting, elastomeric coating and monsoon damage repairs for Scottsdale and Paradise Valley homes. It says it quotes fixed prices in writing and offers free on-site estimates. Call (480) 405-4743. As with every pick, ask for the ROC license number and look it up yourself.
The short list: Stucco crack repairElastomeric coatingFree on-site estimates.
Arizona's Handyman Exemption Explained
Arizona law generally requires a contractor license for construction work. The handyman exemption lives in A.R.S. 32-1121(A)(14). It covers casual or minor work where the total price of the job, including labor and materials, is less than $1,000. The statute carves out certain unmodified plug-in appliances from that total. Here's what the statute says takes away that exemption:
- The work requires a local building permit.
- The job is part of a larger operation or gets split into smaller contracts under $1,000 to dodge licensing.
- The person advertises without including the words "not a licensed contractor."
The ROC's license classifications page and the Arizona Commerce Authority's handyman checklist also explain the exemption for business owners.
When You Need a Licensed Contractor Instead
Hire a licensed contractor when a job needs a permit, when the total reaches $1,000 or when it touches structural, electrical or plumbing systems beyond simple swaps. Even licensed handyman companies have limits. Michele's Master Handymen says plainly that it can't do every plumbing, electrical and structural repair.
Questions to ask before you book
- What's your ROC license number and classification?
- Are the techs employees or subcontractors?
- Is there a warranty on labor and materials?
- Does any part of this job need a permit?
- Do you charge a trip or service call fee?
Bundle for one visit
Group small tasks into one appointment. Think TV mounts, picture hanging, a drywall patch, a sticky door and a ceiling fan swap. Just remember that bundling can push the total past $1,000, so an unlicensed handyman can't legally take the whole list.
Get the scope in writing
Before anyone starts, ask for a written list of every task with the price for each. That makes it easier to compare quotes and to see whether the total stays under $1,000. Take photos of each problem area so the company can tell you up front if something is outside its license. If a quote seems to split one project into several small invoices, that's a red flag under the statute. Keep the receipt and any warranty terms with your home records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a handyman need a license in Arizona?
Usually, unless the job qualifies for the exemption in A.R.S. 32-1121(A)(14). That covers casual or minor work under $1,000 total with no permit required. Anyone else doing contracting work needs an ROC license.
What's the $1,000 handyman exemption?
It lets an unlicensed person do minor work if the whole job, including labor and materials, is less than $1,000. It doesn't apply if a permit is required or if a bigger job is split up to stay under the limit. Unlicensed handymen must include "not a licensed contractor" in their ads.
Can a handyman do electrical or plumbing work in Arizona?
Some licensed handyman companies list minor plumbing and electrical services. If the work needs a permit, the exemption doesn't apply. Ask the company what its license covers before you book.
How do I check a handyman's ROC license?
Get the ROC number from the company and search it on the Arizona Registrar of Contractors website. Confirm the name matches and the license is active.
What jobs should I bundle into one handyman visit?
Small tasks in the same part of the house work well together. TV mounts, artwork, drywall patches, door adjustments and fixture swaps are common bundles. Keep the $1,000 limit in mind if the handyman isn't licensed.
Should I hire a handyman or a specialist for stucco cracks?
Small hairline cracks are often a handyman-sized job and Michele's Master Handymen lists stucco repair among its services. Larger cracks, monsoon water damage or a full recoat may call for a stucco specialist. Either way, ask what caused the crack and whether the repair will match your existing texture.
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