87/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (45).
- 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
Best Handymen in Boston, NY (2026)
8 handymen ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Boston: Upgrade Home Solutions Inc., CR Score 87/100; 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): WNY GENERAL CONTRACTING LLC., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 8.
- 4
Most-reviewed: RaveWorks Remodeling, 25 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 8 ranked after Upgrade Home Solutions Inc.; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
8 Boston handymen are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 5 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 8 rated businesses.
Top 8 handymen in Boston at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Upgrade Home Solutions Inc. | 87 | 5.0★ (45) | Fort Erie, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | WNY GENERAL CONTRACTING LLC. | 80 | 4.6★ (11) | Port Colborne, 12 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | CKT Home & Property Solutions LLC | 78 | 5.0★ (4) | Fort Erie, 8 mi away | Sat | — |
| 4 | RaveWorks Remodeling | 78 | 5.0★ (25) | Hamburg, 8 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 5 | Inhabit Home Services | 76 | 5.0★ (16) | Hamburg, 8 mi away | Sat | — |
| 6 | Handy Home Improvement | 74 | 5.0★ (5) | East Aurora, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Beyond Quality Kitchen & Bath | 69 | 5.0★ (11) | West Seneca, 14 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Wisely Construction | 68 | 5.0★ (5) | East Aurora, 11 mi away | — | — |
The 8 best handymen in Boston, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Port Colborne, 12 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1971 Hanley Dr, Lake View, NY 14085, United States
Based in Fort Erie, 8 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed
Based in Hamburg, 8 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, 25 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
Based in Hamburg, 8 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, 16 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 5772 McKinley Pkwy, Hamburg, NY 14075
Based in East Aurora, 9 mi away
74/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in West Seneca, 14 mi away
69/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, 11 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3906 Seneca St, West Seneca, NY 14224
Based in East Aurora, 11 mi away
68/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 180 Willardshire Rd, East Aurora, NY 14052
How much do handymen cost in Boston?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Boston. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drywall repair | $296 | $613 | $930 | Per repair: typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
How we ranked Boston handymen
We scored 8 Boston handymen on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Boston data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Handymen in Boston: frequently asked questions
Who is the best handyman in Boston?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked handyman in Boston, NY is Upgrade Home Solutions Inc. with a CR Score of 87/100. It has 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. WNY GENERAL CONTRACTING LLC. (#2) and CKT Home & Property Solutions LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 8 handymen on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
Which handymen in Boston are open 24/7?
1 ranked handyman in Boston posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is WNY GENERAL CONTRACTING LLC. (#2). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which handymen in Boston work on weekends?
5 of 8 ranked handymen post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Upgrade Home Solutions Inc. (#1), WNY GENERAL CONTRACTING LLC. (#2) and CKT Home & Property Solutions LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does drywall repair cost in Boston?
Drywall repair typically costs $296 to $930, with $613 typical (Per repair: typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Boston. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Boston handymen have?
The median Google rating among 8 rated handymen in Boston is 5.0★, with a median of 11 reviews. Upgrade Home Solutions Inc. has the most, 45 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank handymen?
Each handyman gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do handymen outside Boston count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Boston city center, our service radius for handymen. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Can handymen pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for Boston
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 8 handymen serving Boston.
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