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Best overall in Hillsborough: JV Unlimited Home Services, CR Score 61/100; 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews; open 24/7.
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): AO Home Solutions, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 40.
Most-reviewed: Zarazua Painting, 622 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 40 ranked; ranked #13.
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40 Hillsborough handymen are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 10 are open 24/7, 22 open Saturdays and 13 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 40 rated businesses.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JV Unlimited Home Services | 61 | 4.8★ (20) | Hillsborough | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Trades of the Triangle | 61 | 4.9★ (77) | Hillsborough | Sat | — |
| 3 | AO Home Solutions | 57 | 5.0★ (5) | Wells Branch, 5 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | Craftsman Direct Handyman Home Improvement | 56 | 4.5★ (64) | Durham, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 5 | Rey's Handyman Janitorial Service | 56 | 5.0★ (15) | Mebane, 9 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 6 | Jayk's,LLC | 56 | 4.9★ (129) | Hillsborough | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Handyman in Chapel Hill | 54 | 4.0★ (8) | Chapel Hill, 11 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Watson Home Services | 54 | 4.3★ (17) | Burlington, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Triangle Home Repair and Paint | 54 | 4.6★ (112) | Chapel Hill, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | ALLWRIGHT CONSTRUCTION LLC | 54 | 5.0★ (9) | Durham, 11 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hillsborough
Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wells Branch, 5 mi away
Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Durham, 12 mi away
Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Mebane, 9 mi away
Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hillsborough
Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 129 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chapel Hill, 11 mi away
Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Burlington, 14 mi away
Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chapel Hill, 8 mi away
Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 112 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Durham, 11 mi away
Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chapel Hill, 13 mi away
Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Burlington, 14 mi away
Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Durham, 9 mi away
Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 622 Google reviews, the most in Hillsborough.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chapel Hill, 11 mi away
Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Carrboro, 11 mi away
Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Carrboro, 14 mi away
Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Carrboro, 11 mi away
Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Durham, 10 mi away
Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Carrboro, 13 mi away
Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Durham, 11 mi away
Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Carrboro, 13 mi away
Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Burlington, 12 mi away
Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Carrboro, 13 mi away
Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Mebane, 12 mi away
Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Burlington, 13 mi away
Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #40, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Brothers property maintenance LLC | 50 | 4.0★ (3) | 11 mi |
| 27 | The Hunny-do Handyman | 49 | 5.0★ (10) | 14 mi |
| 28 | Handyman Solutions | 49 | 4.0★ (4) | 14 mi |
| 29 | Honey Do List Contractors, LLC | 49 | 4.2★ (15) | 11 mi |
| 30 | NC Handyman | 49 | 5.0★ (3) | 14 mi |
| 31 | Rooted Home Repair | 49 | 5.0★ (7) | 13 mi |
| 32 | Corner2Corner Services | 49 | 4.6★ (9) | 13 mi |
| 33 | Handyman Hayes (Chapel Hill carpentry, fence contractor) | 49 | 5.0★ (30) | 13 mi |
| 34 | Do it all Dave's LLC: Fences, decks, and more | 48 | 4.8★ (41) | 11 mi |
| 35 | Barbas Landscaping and Handyman Services | 48 | 5.0★ (3) | 12 mi |
| 36 | His and Hers Handy Services | 47 | 4.3★ (3) | 13 mi |
| 37 | John Bauer LLC | 47 | 4.4★ (7) | 7 mi |
| 38 | Pioneer Home Improvement LLC | 46 | 5.0★ (7) | 13 mi |
| 39 | R&L Royal Services LLC | 46 | 4.9★ (20) | 10 mi |
| 40 | SYM Home Repairs LLC | 46 | 5.0★ (7) | 11 mi |
20 more handymen within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| A.J.B HANDYMAN SERVICES | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| AFTER HOURS PLUMBING & PUMP SERVICE, INC. | 4.9★ (299) | In Hillsborough |
| Alvarez Handyman Service | 5.0★ (1) | 5 mi |
| AO Home Solutions LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Asher Painting & Remodeling | 4.5★ (2) | In Hillsborough |
| Build A Handyman Business | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| Cedar Grove Maintenance Inc | 4.7★ (9) | In Hillsborough |
| Champion Wuthrich Electric | In Hillsborough | |
| chris' home improvement and landscaping services | 5.0★ (1) | 8 mi |
| Fix It NC | 5.0★ (2) | In Hillsborough |
| Glenn Hall Handyman Services | 5.0★ (1) | In Hillsborough |
| HANDYMAN in Chapelhill By Tim | 1.0★ (1) | 11 mi |
| Harbison's Repair Solutions, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Just Call Sean | In Hillsborough | |
| Lanc Side Construction LLC | In Hillsborough | |
| Mitchell's Home Repair Services | 5.0★ (1) | In Hillsborough |
| RDU drywall & popcorn removal | 5.0★ (1) | In Hillsborough |
| Rozo Solution LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| The Handyman with a Plan | In Hillsborough | |
| Truitt's Carpentry | Handyman | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Hillsborough. 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 |
We scored 40 Hillsborough handymen on ten 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. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, 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 Hillsborough data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |