People ask what a handyman can actually do, so here is the honest, complete answer in one place. 615Powerhouse provides handyman work across Middle Tennessee. We are owner-operated, serving since 2016, and our rule is simple: if a person can do it within a home or its exterior, our handyman work can cover it. This master list groups the tasks the way they come up in real homes, so you can find your project fast and see how much of that growing list one call can clear.
Interior repairs and walls
- Drywall repair — holes, cracks, dents, and nail pops
- Seam and corner bead repair
- Texture matching and blending on patched sections
- Water-damaged drywall replacement after the leak is fixed
- Ceiling repair and ceiling tile replacement
- Plaster repair
- Wallpaper installation and removal in small areas
- Accent walls, shiplap, and beadboard walls
Carpentry and woodwork
- Trim and molding — crown, baseboard, casing, and chair rail, installed or repaired
- Wainscoting and paneling
- Built-in shelving, bookcases, and storage
- Cabinet installation, repair, door adjustment, and hardware upgrades
- Countertop installation and repair
- Stair tread, railing, and handrail repair and tightening
- Fireplace mantel installation
- Closet repair and closet door fixes
- Wood rot and dry rot repair
- Small furniture repair
Painting and finishing
- Interior painting — rooms, accent walls, and touch-ups
- Exterior painting and touch-ups
- Trim, door, and cabinet painting
- Fence, deck, and garage door painting
- Staining and sealing for decks, fences, and doors
Doors and windows
- Door repair — sticking, rubbing, and won't-latch adjustments, rehanging, and planing
- Door installation — interior, entry, pre-hung, and slab
- Storm door and screen door installation and repair
- Sliding, patio, French, barn, and pocket door repair and installation
- Door hardware — knobs, handles, hinges, deadbolts, and door stops
- Weatherstripping, door sweeps, and threshold seals
- Pet door installation and repair
- Window repair, frame repair, and unsticking windows
- Window screens — install, repair, and rescreening
- Shutters, blinds, shades, and curtains installed or repaired
- Curtain rod installation
Light electrical
- Light fixture replacement and installation, inside and out
- Ceiling fan installation and replacement
- Switch, outlet, and dimmer replacement
- GFCI outlet replacement and testing
- Smoke and carbon monoxide detector installation, replacement, and battery changes
- Under-cabinet lighting and LED strip installation
- Doorbell installation — wired, wireless, and video
- Bathroom exhaust fan installation
- Hard-to-reach light bulb replacement
Light plumbing
- Faucet repair and replacement in kitchens, baths, and laundry rooms
- Toilet repair — running toilets, fill valves, flappers, seats, and wax rings
- Toilet installation and replacement
- Garbage disposal installation, repair, and swaps
- Sink installation and repair, P-traps, and supply lines
- Minor drain unclogging for sinks, showers, and toilets
- Showerhead and tub spout replacement, handheld shower installation
- Minor leak detection and repair
Kitchen and bath
- Tile backsplash installation
- Tile installation and repair — floors, baths, kitchens, and foyers, including cracked-tile replacement
- Grout repair, regrouting, and grout sealing
- Caulking and re-caulking — tubs, showers, sinks, backsplashes, and countertops
- Shower door installation and replacement
- Vanity installation and mirror or medicine cabinet replacement
- Towel racks, mirrors, and bathroom accessories hung
- Small kitchen and bathroom updates
Flooring
- Floor installation — vinyl plank, laminate, hardwood, and tile
- Floor repair — hardwood repair, tile replacement, and carpet patching
- Subfloor repair
- Transition strips and thresholds
Furniture and mounting
- TV mounting — flat, tilt, and full-motion, with cable concealing
- Picture and artwork hanging, including gallery walls
- Mirror hanging, including heavy mirrors
- Shelf mounting and floating shelves
- Furniture assembly — flat-pack, beds, desks, dressers, bookcases, and entertainment centers
- Office furniture, patio furniture, grill, and exercise equipment assembly
- Play set and swing set assembly
- Furniture disassembly for moves
- Bike racks and garage storage rack mounting
Home systems and upkeep
- HVAC filter changes
- Thermostat replacement, including smart thermostats
- Dryer vent cleaning and reconnecting
- Refrigerator coil and drip pan cleaning
- Window air conditioner installation
- Seasonal home maintenance checklists
Safety and accessibility
- Grab bar installation in baths and entries
- Handrail and stair railing installation, repair, and tightening
- Wheelchair ramp installation and repair
- Lever handle swaps in place of door knobs
- Trip hazard reduction
- Childproofing — baby gates, cabinet latches, furniture anchors, and outlet covers
- Home safety and maintenance walk-throughs
Smart home and security devices
- Security camera installation and setup
- Video doorbell installation
- Smart lock installation and keyless entry
- Smart switches, smart lighting, speakers, and sensors set up
- Home theater and stereo hook-up
Exterior and siding
- Siding repair — wood, vinyl, and fiber-cement
- Soffit and fascia repair
- Exterior trim repair and exterior caulking
- Stucco patching
- Pressure washing — siding, driveways, sidewalks, patios, decks, and fences
- Porch repair
- Minor concrete patching, step repair, and crack filling
- Mailbox installation and mailbox post repair
Fence, deck, and outdoor structures
- Fence repair — posts, panels, pickets, and rails
- Fence installation
- Gate repair, realignment, and hardware replacement
- Fence staining, sealing, and painting
- Deck repair — boards, steps, and railings
- Deck staining and sealing
- Pergola assembly and repair
- Shed assembly, repair, and painting
- Gazebo assembly
Gutters
- Gutter cleaning and downspout flushing
- Gutter repair and re-securing sagging runs
- Gutter guard installation
- Downspout repair, realignment, and extensions
Yard and seasonal
- Lawn mowing and lawn care
- Yard clean-up and leaf removal
- Weeding, mulching, and hedge trimming
- Holiday light installation and take-down
- Seasonal maintenance and winterizing vacant homes
Moving, hauling, and organization
- Moving help and heavy lifting
- In-home furniture moving and rearranging
- Packing and unpacking help
- Junk, trash, and debris removal
- House and garage clean-outs
- Closet organizers and garage organization systems
- Attic ladder installation and replacement
Honey-do lists, plans, and property work
- Honey-do and punch lists — many small tasks in one visit
- Seasonal and recurring home maintenance visits
- Inspection-report repair lists for buyers and sellers
- Pre-sale home prep and refresh work
- Rental turnover and short-term rental maintenance
- Light commercial property maintenance
- New-homeowner setup lists
More around the house
- Appliance installation and hook-up — dishwashers, washer and dryer setup, built-in microwaves, and range hoods
- Appliance removal and haul-off after a swap
- Small demolition for remodel prep
- Flagpole mounting
- Rain barrel installation
How it works
Send us your list, or photos of what needs doing, and we group the tasks into one clear visit wherever we can. Every handyman job is reviewed and estimated before any work begins, so you know the scope and the plan before anything starts — no surprises, and no work done on a guess. If a task on your list turns out to be bigger than a handyman job, we will tell you honestly and point you to the right kind of pro, because we would rather route you well than take on the wrong job.
For the main handyman page, see 615Powerhouse handyman services. For common questions, see our handyman questions and answers.
Call or text (615) 521-8900. One Call Cleans it All.
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