A handyman in Dunstablewho turns up, gets on,and gets your list done.
The small jobs that keep getting put off, handled properly by Francis in one visit wherever possible. Send your list or a photo and get a free quote.
£100k Insured
Public liability cover
Licensed Waste Carrier
EA licence CBDU430346
Owner-Operated
Francis does every job himself
Free Photo Quotes
No site visit needed
Handyman Services overview
Your to-do list, finally done
Handyman services cover the smaller jobs around the home that are too small for a specialist but still need doing properly: fixing, fitting, adjusting and repairing inside and out. Crown Property Services provides handyman work for homeowners in Dunstable, Houghton Regis, Toddington, Redbourn and across Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire.
It suits busy households, older homeowners who no longer want to climb ladders, landlords with a list of jobs between tenants, and anyone who has a collection of small repairs that never quite get done.
People usually call when the list has grown long enough to be annoying, before family visit, before selling or letting, or after moving into a new home.
Using one reliable person matters because small jobs are the ones that are hardest to get a tradesperson to turn up for. Francis is happy to take on a list and work through it, and you deal with the same person every time.
The cost of waiting
Why small jobs are worth doing now
Small repairs left alone become bigger repairs, or turn into everyday frustrations.
Wear turns into damage
A dripping outside tap, a loose gate or a sticking door gets worse with use and can damage what is around it.
Safety risks
Loose handrails, uneven steps and broken latches are easy to fix but can cause accidents if left.
Lower property value
Lots of small defects add up and make a home look neglected to buyers or tenants.
Wasted weekends
Doing jobs yourself without the right tools or experience often takes far longer than expected.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Booking separate trades for each small job and waiting weeks for each.
- Doing quick fixes that need redoing within months.
- Leaving outdoor jobs until the weather turns.
- Climbing ladders without safe footing or help.
How it works
The handyman services process, step by step
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Send your list
Tell Francis what needs doing, with photos if possible.
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Free quote
A clear price for the jobs on your list.
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Book a slot
A date is agreed within Francis's working hours, Monday to Saturday.
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Work through the list
Jobs are done properly, one after another.
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Walk round and tidy
You check the work with Francis and any waste is removed legally.
What you get
The benefits of doing it properly
One visit, many jobs
Group small tasks together to save time.
Practical experience
Years of maintaining and renovating his own properties.
Same person every time
Francis gets to know your home.
Insured
£100,000 public liability insurance on every job.
Waste removed
Registered waste carrier, licence CBDU430346.
Clear pricing
A free quote before any work starts.
Pricing explained
What affects the cost of handyman services
Every job is priced on what it actually needs, so there is no fixed price list. These are the things that make the biggest difference. Send photos and you will get a clear, free quote before any work starts.
Get a Free Price- Number of jobs
- Grouping several jobs into one visit is usually better value than booking them one by one.
- Time involved
- Some jobs take minutes, others take hours. Francis will tell you how long he expects the list to take.
- Materials
- Some jobs need parts or materials. Let Francis know whether you have them already or want him to supply them.
- Access and height
- Jobs at height or in awkward spaces take more time and care.
- Waste
- Any old materials can be removed under Francis's waste carrier licence.
In detail
The kind of jobs a handyman can take on
If you are not sure whether a job is suitable, ask. These are typical examples.
Doors, gates and locks
Adjusting sticking doors, refitting gate hinges and latches and fixing loose handles.
Shelves, fixings and assembly
Putting up shelves, hanging mirrors and fixing items securely to walls.
Outdoor repairs
Fixing fence panels, gates, sheds and garden structures. Bigger fencing jobs are covered by Francis's fencing service.
Small repairs around the house
Patching, fixing and tidying the bits that have worn or broken.
Landlord jobs
Working through end-of-tenancy lists to get a property ready for the next tenant.
Pre-sale tidy-ups
Fixing the small defects that buyers notice on viewings.
When you need a specialist
Some jobs need specific qualifications. If a job is outside what Francis can do, he will tell you straight.
Honest about what is involved
Some jobs that sound small turn out to need more work, such as a door that sticks because the frame has moved. When that happens, Francis explains what he has found and what it will take to fix it properly, so you can decide before anything extra is done. No surprises on the bill.
Garden and outdoor odd jobs
Re-hanging a gate that drags on the ground, fixing a loose fence panel, securing a shed door or replacing a broken trellis. Outdoor jobs are often the ones that get left longest because they never feel urgent until something gives way.
Help for older homeowners
Many older homeowners are no longer comfortable on ladders or carrying heavy materials. Having one trusted person to call for the jobs around the house removes the worry of letting different strangers in each time.
Moving in or moving out
New homes almost always come with a list of things that need fixing. Getting them done early, before you settle in, saves living with them for years. Moving out, small repairs help with getting deposits back or presenting a home for sale.
Making a list that works
The most efficient visits start with a clear list. Write down every job, take a photo of each and note any materials you already have. Francis can then price the whole list and plan the visit so nothing is missed.
Related services
Handyman Services across Beds & Herts
When you book handyman services with Crown Property Services, you are not booking a company with an office, a sales team and a rota of subcontractors. You are booking Francis McDonagh. He is the person who answers the phone, looks at your photos, gives you the price and turns up to do the work. If you have a question halfway through the job, the person who knows the answer is standing in your garden.
Francis spent many years as an HGV driver before setting up the business. Throughout that time he was renovating and maintaining his own properties and helping family and friends with their repairs. That practical, hands-on experience is what Crown Property Services is built on: real work on real homes, not theory.
Every job is covered by £100,000 public liability insurance. Francis is a registered waste carrier with the Environment Agency (licence CBDU430346), which means old materials and waste from your job are removed and disposed of legally; you will not find them dumped down a country lane with your address on them. Workmanship on roofing, fencing and brickwork is guaranteed.
Quotes are free and can be given from photos or a site visit. Francis works Monday to Saturday, 08:30 to 18:30, across Dunstable, Houghton Regis, Leighton Buzzard, Toddington, Hemel Hempstead, Berkhamsted, St Albans, Harpenden and Redbourn. Payment is by bank transfer (BACS) or cash; card payments are not accepted.
Questions answered
Handyman Services FAQs
How much does a handyman cost?
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It depends on the jobs on your list. Send details or photos and Francis will give you a free quote.
Can you do several small jobs in one visit?
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Yes. Grouping jobs together is often the most efficient way to work.
When are you available?
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Francis works Monday to Saturday, 08:30 to 18:30.
Do you do emergency call-outs?
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Contact Francis and he will let you know his earliest availability.
Are you insured?
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Yes, £100,000 public liability insurance.
Is handyman work guaranteed?
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Francis's written guarantee covers roofing, fencing and brickwork. For any other job, you deal with Francis directly, so if something is not right you know exactly who to call.
Do you work for landlords?
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Yes. End-of-tenancy and maintenance lists are a common request.
Do you cover Redbourn and Toddington?
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Yes. Francis covers Dunstable, Houghton Regis, Leighton Buzzard, Toddington, Hemel Hempstead, Berkhamsted, St Albans, Harpenden and Redbourn.
How do I pay?
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Payment is by bank transfer (BACS) or cash. Card payments are not accepted.
Get your handyman services sortedby the person who quotes it.
Send a photo today for a free, no-obligation quote. Insured with £100,000 public liability cover, and you deal with Francis from start to finish.