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Handyman Services

in the Borders, Lothians and Edinburgh.

Can-Do Craig.
The odd job guy. 

Re-sealing, Degreasing, Framing, Coving, Cleaning, Connecting, Sweeping, Assembling, Staining, Shielding, Cable-swapping, Clearing, Upgrading, Anchoring, Panelling, Trueing, Casing, Insulating, Indexing, Trimming, Patching, Replacing, Fastening, Stacking, Tightening, Painting, Gasketing, Sanding, Re-grouting, Unblocking, Skirting, Pruning, Overhauling, Weatherstripping, Tiling, Lagging, Centering, Glossing, Aligning, Fitting, Mowing, Bleeding, Draught-proofing, Adjusting, Tensioning, Re-chaining, Priming, Building, Stripping, Sorting, Erecting, De-moulding, Planing, Finishing, Pressure-washing, Locking, Caulking, Isolating, Raising, Tidying, Sealing, Latching, Weeding, Edging, Jetwashing, Bracing, Clamping, Mountings, Organising, Servicing, Scrubbing, Proofing, Snagging, Constructing, Restoring, Tuning, Boxing, Strimming, Bolting, Rigging, Purging, Securing, Draining, Refreshing, Calibrating, Lubricating, Hanging, Flatpacking, Mulching, Screening, Joining, Renovating

All the wee things you can't bothered to do yourself.

Home Repairs

Sticking drawers, Loose hinges, Draught-proofing, Re-grouting, Re-pointing, Patching plasterboard, Window catches and security locks, Re-sealing baths and shower trays, Fitting internal doors and handles, Skirting boards and architraves, Unblocking drains and waste traps, Painting walls, ceilings, and exterior woodwork.

Plumbing & Electrical

Connecting washing machines and dishwashers, Pipe insulation and frost protection, Replacing tap washers, cartridges, and aerators, Replacing battery-operated smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, Showerhead, hose, and riser rail replacement, Kitchen and bathroom mixer tap installation, Fixing  running WC cisterns, Like-for-like light switch and socket faceplate swapping.

Bike Repairs

Chain and cassette replacement, Gear indexing, cable replacement, and adjustment, Drivetrain maintainance, Puncture repair, inner tube and tyre replacement,  tubeless instalation, Accessory fitting, Wheel trueing and spoke adjustment, Complete bike assembly from box, Rim and disc brake pad replacement and setup.

Gardening

Hedge trimming and shrub pruning, Patio, driveway, and path pressure washing, Fence panel, post, and gate repair, Lawn mowing and border edging, Clearing low-level gutters and downspouts, Weed clearance and border mulching, Installing water butts and compost bins, Building raised garden beds and planters, Timber deck oiling, staining, and maintenance.

Home Automation

Smart thermostat and TRV installation, Motorised blind and curtain rail installation, Smart lighting setup, Smart video doorbell installation, Security camera and motion sensor mounting, Smart lock and keyless entry setup.

IT

Printer, scanner, and device connectivity, Network socket and Ethernet port installation, Concealed cable management and trunking setup, Router, Wi-Fi extender, and mesh network setup, Monitor arm and home office desk configuration, TV wall mounting and soundbar installation.

Assembly

Flat-pack furniture assembly, Trampoline and outdoor play equipment construction, Garden shed, summerhouse, and greenhouses, Garage shelving, Loft ladders, Patio furniture and BBQ.

Design

Photo retouching, Signage, Logo design and brand identity, Flyer and postcard design, Social media graphics, Poster and banner artwork, Menu and price list design,  Packaging and label layout.

Social Media

Socials management, copywriting, imagery, planning, SEO, Insta, Facebook, LinkedIn.

Reliable and Responsible

As I slip into semi early retirement, I find myself with a lifetime of experience and a few free days a week.  Let me do all the wee jobs you have been putting off.

Covering the Scottish Borders, East Lothian and Edinburgh. No job too small but some will be too big. Get in touch to see if i can help. 

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craigmcbeath@hotmail.com

07733 011 244

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