A good handyman can often take care of several small jobs in one visit: installing or adjusting doors, hanging ceiling fans and light fixtures, putting up a shower door, and replacing cabinet knobs, towel bars and other hardware. For homeowners in Sherman, Denison and across North Texas, bundling these into a single visit is one of the easiest ways to get your to-do list done without losing a weekend.
Here's a closer look at the jobs Pro Source handles most often on the handyman side, and what to know about each.
Which small jobs can a handyman do in one visit?
Pro Source handyman services include:
- Door installation
- Door adjustments for doors that stick, drag or won't latch
- Hanging light fixtures and ceiling fans
- Shower doors
- Cabinet and bathroom hardware like knobs, pulls and towel bars
- Customized monthly home maintenance
How many fit into one visit depends on the jobs and your home, but grouping several smaller tasks together is usually the most efficient way to use a handyman's time.
Why do my doors stick in North Texas?
If you live in Sherman, Denison, McKinney or almost anywhere in North Texas, there's a good chance you've had a door that suddenly started sticking, dragging on the floor or refusing to latch.
A big reason is the soil. Much of North Texas sits on expansive clay that swells when wet and shrinks when dry. As it moves through wet springs and dry summers, a house can shift slightly, and door frames can fall out of square. Humidity changes can also cause wood doors to swell.
Often, the fix is an adjustment, not a replacement:
- Tightening or shimming hinges
- Adjusting the strike plate so the latch catches
- Planing or trimming a door that rubs
If you notice a door issue along with growing cracks in walls, ceilings or brick, it's wise to have a foundation professional take a look, since those can be signs of larger movement.
When should I replace a door instead of adjusting it?
Adjustment is usually the first step. Replacement makes more sense when:
- The door is warped, cracked or damaged
- You want to update the style of your interior doors
- The door is hollow and you want something more solid
- The door has been adjusted multiple times and still won't stay right
Pro Source handles door installation on the handyman side. Larger projects that involve replacing many interior doors or windows throughout the house can be handled as a construction project on a call-for-estimate basis.
What should I know before having a ceiling fan installed?
A ceiling fan is one of the most popular upgrades in North Texas homes, and with our summers, it's easy to see why. A few things to think about before your visit:
- Is there an existing fixture? Swapping a light fixture for a fan, or replacing an old fan, is typically the simplest situation.
- Is the box rated for a fan? Fans are heavier than most light fixtures and move, so they need a mounting box designed to support them.
- Ceiling height: Taller ceilings may need a downrod so the fan sits at a useful height.
- Controls: Do you want a pull chain, a wall control or a remote?
Pro Source installs light fixtures and ceiling fans on existing wiring and boxes. If a room doesn't have wiring where you want a fan or light, new wiring or circuits are referred to a licensed electrician.
What about light fixtures?
Replacing dated light fixtures is a quick way to freshen up a room. Common requests include dining room chandeliers, bathroom vanity lights, entry fixtures and kitchen pendants. If you've already picked out the fixture, have it on hand for the visit to save shopping time.
Can a handyman install a shower door?
Yes. Pro Source installs shower doors. Before the visit, it helps to know:
- The style you want (framed, semi-frameless or frameless)
- Rough measurements of the opening
- Whether you've already purchased the door
Shower doors are heavy and need to be level and sealed properly to keep water where it belongs, so this is a job many homeowners would rather not tackle themselves.
Is it worth hiring a handyman for knobs and towel bars?
It might seem like a small job, but loose towel bars and wobbly cabinet hardware are some of the most common items on a homeowner's list. A towel bar that keeps pulling out of drywall usually needs proper anchors or to be mounted into a stud, not just more screws.
Updating cabinet knobs and pulls is also an affordable way to refresh a kitchen or bathroom without a full remodel. When it's done with care (lined up, level and consistent), it makes a real difference.
How much does it cost?
Pro Source handyman work is $110 an hour plus materials, with a 1-hour minimum and no trip charge. Time is billed by the hour, so bundling several small jobs into one visit makes the most of it. If materials shopping is needed, it's billed in 30-minute increments at $55 each. Payment is due when the job is done.
How do I make one visit as productive as possible?
- Write down every item you want handled.
- Have fixtures, fans and hardware on hand if you've already chosen them.
- Take photos of problem areas and model numbers.
- Clear the space around each work area.
- Tell us about anything that seems related, like a door that started sticking after a dry summer.
Frequently asked questions
Do you install ceiling fans in Sherman, TX? Yes. Hanging ceiling fans and light fixtures is one of Pro Source's handyman services in Sherman, Denison and across North Texas.
Can you fix a door that won't latch? Yes. Door adjustments are a common handyman job. In North Texas, shifting clay soil is a frequent reason doors start sticking or stop latching.
Do I need to buy the materials myself? You can, and it saves shopping time. If you'd prefer we pick them up, shopping is billed in 30-minute increments at $55 each, plus the materials.
Can you do several small jobs in one trip? Yes. Bundling is usually the most efficient use of a visit.
Get your list knocked out
In a rough spot? Call Scott! Pro Source Remodeling & Handyman serves Denison, Sherman, McKinney, Frisco and nearby North Texas communities. Call or text Scott at (903) 647-2443, or request an estimate on our website.