About me

I’m Nick, a reliable, experienced, totally trustworthy, and resourceful handyman who focuses on small repair and replacement jobs — the kind of work most major contractors don’t want to take on. I take on the small stuff. I work fast and efficiently, and I only accept jobs I can complete in a timely, professional manner. Focusing on this smaller niche of services helps keep my availability more open and my costs, as well as my rates, lower.

More about my experience is listed in the My Background / Experience section.

Communication - How to Contact Me

For the most part I am a one-man operation, so texting and email are my primary communication methods and they are my administrative assistants. They help me keep track of details and enable me to respond as time permits. If I am on a job I may not get back to you immediately. If a customer is paying for my time, my time 100% belongs to them, just as it would for you. But I will get back to you as soon as possible. I do not make use of voice mail / messages so please do not leave me a voice message, please text or email me. Honestly, I rarely even answer a phone call, or listen to voice messages anymore due to spammers, scammers, and others.

If you want to reach me, please text or email me.

What I do

I work directly with residential homeowners. To keep my work focused, timely, and stay within my service niche, I specialize in short-duration, practical home replacement and repairs. Some examples include:

• Replace or repair light fixtures, even as simple as replacing bulbs.
• Replace / Install indoor and outdoor light fixtures.
• Replace or repair - electrical outlets, switches, sensors, dimmers, etc.
• Replace or repair - minor plumbing, faucets, valves, spigots, angle stops, etc.
• Replace garbage disposals.
• Repair toilet and toilet tanks, adjustments and / or tank rebuilds, replace parts / seals.
• Replace, adjust, or repair - door locks, knobs, dead bolts, hinges, etc.
• Replace or install - ceiling fans / lights (max 9 feet ceiling).
• Replace thermostats.
• Replace window screens.
• Replace or install window treatments - blinds, curtain rods, shades.
• Drywall patching - small holes, minor repairs.
• Paint touch-up, small areas. You provide paint and brushes.
• Hookup washer and dryer units.
• Replace furnace and other filter types.
• Assemble furniture.
• Repair drawers and cabinet door hardware.
• Install / replace smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
• Basic cleanout of clothes dryer ducting.
• Hang / mount - pictures, mirrors, shelves, etc.
• Install hardware - towel racks, hooks, knobs, etc.
• Install video cameras, video doorbells, motion detectors, security lights, remote door locks, etc.

I have repaired all sorts of odd items, not listed here. I am good at figuring out fixes, solutions, and ideas. Email me with any detailed questions.

If it’s a small, straightforward repair or replacement, I likely handle it.
I do prefer to work directly with homeowners who actually live in the homes I am asked to work on.

What I don’t do

I do not work through job agencies, property managers, HOA's, or with renters, and I do not work on rental or commercial properties. To keep my work focused, timely, and to stay within my service niche, I do not provide the following types of services:

• Emergency or 24-hour service.
• Roofing, flooring, drywall installation, or painting.
• Landscaping, gardening, tree trimming.
• Pressure washing.
• Appliance repair.
• Window, glass, or track repairs.
• Garage door repairs or installation. (I do program remotes.)
• Carpentry projects.
• Remodeling or new construction.
• No "high-wire" acts / jobs (max about 9 feet high).
• No work in crawl spaces or attics.
• Major plumbing or electrical work.
• Pest control.
• Work on septic tank issues.
• Unclog drains. (I do clear small sink drainage issues.)
• Janitorial services.
• Trash or junk removal.
• Haul large items to or from job locations.
• Shopping for fixtures or materials.

You supply the fixtures (lights, faucets, hardware, etc.), and I install them.

Working with job agencies, property managers, HOA's, rental and commercial properties tend to open a different set of circumstances, raise costs and other potential issues. I work directly with residential homeowners who actually live in the homes I am asked to work on.

Hours, Rates & service area details

• Monday through Friday typically 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. No weekends.
• To avoid traffic hours and keep costs / rates down - I normally start jobs at 10:00 am and avoid job start times after noon.
• I am typically early or on-time for scheduled jobs, rarely ever late.
• Snow and ice are not ideal for driving a van full of tools. Those road conditions might cause delays or a job postponement. But I will communicate.
• Most jobs are $60–$75 per hour, depending on job type and location.
• Typically I do not provide job quotes or invoices, just hourly rates.
• 1-hour minimum per service call.
• Most jobs are often completed within one to two hours.
• Charges may apply for special parts, hardware, and materials.
• Cash, check or Zelle preferred at completion.
• Residential service area: within about 20 miles of my home in Maryville, Tennessee.

(Service in Maryville, TN estimated to begin in August - September time frame of 2026.)

I work efficiently and stay focused on the task. I rarely take a break. If a job goes beyond the first hour, additional time is billed accordingly.

WORKMANSHIP

I stand behind the quality of my workmanship. If a task was performed incorrectly, which would be rare, I will return to correct the workmanship at no additional labor cost. This does not cover part failures, manufacturer defects, normal wear, or issues unrelated to the original work performed.

Important note about home repairs

Small repairs can sometimes reveal hidden issues. For example:

• Replacing a faucet may expose a failing or faulty shutoff valve.
• Installing a light fixture may reveal a brittle electrical box or wiring issues.
• A simple hole drilled in a wall could hit a wire, pipe, etc.
• Tightening a fitting may expose a leak.

Sensors, measurements, common, and standard techniques and processes are used to avoid issues. However, unforeseen situations like these can occur when performing repair work. These risks are rare but inherent in repair work. See service agreement below.

Service agreement

Before any work begins, I ask all customers to please click this link and review the HANDYMAN FIXFAST Service Agreement. It outlines responsibilities, limitations, and how unforeseen issues are handled.

My Background / Experience

I served 2 enlistments in the USAF, 3.5 years as a Volunteer Firefighter / First Responder, 18 years in flight operations and maintenance in the world of aviation / aerospace, and I was also a Home Inspector in Colorado. Through all of those experiences I learned about building codes, safety, security, hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics, environmental systems, heating, air conditioning, power generation, mechanical and electrical skills, proofloading, testing, troubleshooting, structural integrity, and many more highly-complex and related skills. But my best experience was what I gained from working with my father, who had me working on near everything as a kid. I installed my first dishwasher for a neighbor when I was 9 years old (I am now a senior - if that helps paint the picture). That all said, today I keep to the small repair and replacement jobs as listed above. It is the niche I now serve.

I started HANDYMAN FIXFAST service in 2016.

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