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Handyman services from The Mending Wizard, proudly serving St. Joseph, MO, along with Savannah, Country Club, Agency, and other surrounding neighborhoods near St Joseph. Our detailed, high-quality handyman work helps homeowners refresh and improve their homes without the cost of a full renovation. If you're looking for a dependable handyman in St. Joseph, Missouri, The Mending Wizard delivers precise work and friendly, reliable service every time.

Standard Jobs

The following list of jobs are what we consider to be standard jobs. Jobs that are more involved, such as needing to cut into walls to install a new fixture, working in tight spaces, with older materials, corrosion, climbing heights and working on ladders 10 feet or higher, custom fitting, heavy fixtures, or unexpected complications may require an additional complexity fee, discussed before work begins. We have a checklist for each category of work to establish why we would need to charge an additional fee.

Standard Interior Handyman Jobs

(Typically covered by base rate / service minimum)

Walls, Trim & Finishing

Patching nail holes, anchors, and small drywall damage
Repairing minor drywall cracks
Installing or replacing baseboards and trim
Caulking along trim, windows, and doors
Touch-up painting (walls, trim, ceilings)
Installing beadboard or decorative wall panels

Doors & Hardware

Installing interior doors (pre-hung or slab)
Adjusting doors that stick or won’t latch
Replacing door knobs, levers, and hinges
Installing privacy locks or passage hardware
Installing door stops or floor stops
Repairing loose door frames or trim

Flooring & Transitions

Installing vinyl plank or laminate flooring (simple layouts)
Replacing damaged floor planks (small areas)
Installing transition strips between rooms
Repairing squeaky floors (accessible areas)
Installing or replacing shoe molding or quarter round

Shelving, Storage & Furniture Assembly

Installing wall shelves (stud or anchor mounted)
Assembling furniture (beds, dressers, desks, bookcases)
Installing closet rods or basic shelving systems
Mounting coat racks or wall hooks
Installing storage benches or organizers

Lighting & Electrical-Adjacent (Handyman-Safe)

Replacing light fixtures (existing boxes only)
Installing wall sconces or flush mounts
Replacing switches, dimmers, or outlet covers
Installing plug-in lighting or cord-managed fixtures
Replacing smoke detector units (battery or plug-in)

Windows, Blinds & Coverings

Installing curtain rods and hardware
Hanging blinds or shades
Replacing window screens
Adjusting sticky or misaligned windows
Caulking around windows and trim

More Complex Interior Handyman Jobs

(Base rate + complexity fee or higher time expectation)

Drywall & Wall Repair

Repairing large drywall holes or multiple damaged areas
Water-damaged drywall repair (non-structural)
Ceiling drywall repairs
Multi-step repairs requiring return visits

Flooring & Layout Challenges

Flooring installations with multiple doorways or angles
Working around built-ins, fireplaces, or stair landings
Minor subfloor repair (localized areas)
Removing old flooring prior to installation

Doors & Structural Fit Issues

Installing oversized or custom interior doors
Correcting door frame alignment issues
Repairing damaged door jambs or casings
Installing pocket doors (existing framing only)

Built-Ins & Custom Installations

Installing wall-mounted desks or Murphy-style furniture
Custom shelving layouts or built-in bookcases
Mounting heavy mirrors, artwork, or décor
Installing barn doors or sliding interior door systems

Electrical-Adjacent Complexity

Replacing multiple fixtures in one visit
Light fixture relocation using existing wiring only
Troubleshooting non-working fixtures (no rewiring)
Replacing brittle or damaged fixture boxes

Storage & Closet Systems

Installing full closet organization systems
Modifying shelving layouts to fit custom spaces
Reinforcing walls for heavy storage loads

Laundry Room & Utility Areas

Installing washer/dryer stacking kits
Installing utility shelving or cabinets
Replacing dryer vent covers (interior only)
Mounting ironing boards or fold-down surfaces

The Mending Wizard — Terms & Conditions

(Handyman Services Provided by Dylan Leeson of Potions & Familiars)

The following Terms & Conditions apply to all handyman, repair, installation, and outdoor labor services performed by The Mending Wizard. By hiring our services, the customer agrees to the terms and pricing structure outlined below.

1. Scope of Services

The Mending Wizard provides general handyman and home maintenance services, including:

Indoor repairs and installations
Window and door installation
Flooring installation
Drywall repair
Bathroom fixture installation
Painting
Fence and deck repair
Yard cleanup
Brush and debris removal
Outdoor structure assembly

The following are NOT offered: attic fan repair, custom carpentry builds, major renovations, or any service requiring specialty licensing (electrical beyond fixture replacement, major plumbing, HVAC, roofing, etc.).

2. Standard Pricing Structure

All services follow the same basic pricing model unless otherwise stated.

Base Price

$175.00 covers the first two (2) hours of labor.

Additional Time

After 2 hours, labor is billed at:

$40 per hour,
Charged in 15-minute increments at $10 per increment.

Example Calculation

For 5.5 hours of work:
$175 (first 2 hours) + $120 (3 hours) + $20 (two 15-minute increments) = $315.00.

Customers pay only for the time used.

3. Senior Pricing (Age 65+)

Customers age 65 and older receive:

15% off total labor cost (materials excluded).
Small-Job Senior Bundle available separately (not included in terms; offered as a discount service option for routine chores and minor tasks).

Senior discounts apply to labor only.
Material costs, surcharges, safety fees, and add-on fees are not eligible for discount.

4. Materials, Taxes, and Price Changes

Unless specifically stated otherwise:

Material costs are not included in labor prices.
Materials purchased on behalf of the customer will be added to the final invoice.
Receipts can be provided upon request.
Customers may supply their own materials if preferred.
Prices for materials may vary due to market fluctuations.
Taxes are not included in estimates and will be added where applicable.
Any estimate involving materials is subject to change.

5. Estimates and Unforeseen Conditions

All estimates are considered approximations based on visible conditions at the time of assessment.

Final costs may change if:

Hidden structural, electrical, or plumbing issues are discovered
Materials differ from initial estimate
Additional work is requested
Hazardous conditions are identified
Job scope increases or changes

The customer will be notified of changes whenever reasonably possible.

6. Scheduling, Access, and Cancellations

The Mending Wizard reserves the right to reschedule any job due to:

Weather
Unsafe conditions
Material availability
Unforeseen hazards

Customers must provide safe access to the work area.
If materials were purchased prior to cancellation, the customer may be responsible for material costs.

7. Safety and Liability

The Mending Wizard may decline work deemed unsafe, inaccessible, structurally compromised, or outside the legal handyman scope.

Customers are responsible for:

Keeping pets and children out of the work area
Disclosing hazardous materials or site conditions
Providing access to necessary utilities

The Mending Wizard is not liable for damage arising from pre-existing conditions, undisclosed issues, or structural defects.

8. Payment

Payment is due upon job completion unless otherwise arranged.
Accepted payment methods are listed on the website or invoice.
Late or incomplete payment may result in fees or suspension of services.

9. Agreement

By hiring The Mending Wizard, the customer acknowledges and agrees to all Terms & Conditions outlined in this document.