86/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 50 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 50 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Handymen in San Rafael, CA (2026)
56 handymen ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in San Rafael: NBH Lock Services, CR Score 86/100; 4.7★ from 50 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): handyman Yacoub Sadan, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 56.
- 23
Most-reviewed: Puls Appliance Repair San Francisco, 217 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 56 ranked; ranked #23.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
56 San Rafael handymen are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 11 are open 24/7, 38 open Saturdays and 19 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 56 rated businesses.
Top 10 handymen in San Rafael at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NBH Lock Services | 86 | 4.7★ (50) | Bay Point, 11 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | handyman Yacoub Sadan | 86 | 4.9★ (55) | San Francisco, 14 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Best Handyman Ever | 85 | 4.7★ (31) | Alameda, 4 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 4 | Silicon Valley Home Services | 84 | 5.0★ (9) | San Jose, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Dan's Home and Yard | 83 | 4.9★ (45) | Alameda, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | R8Works | 82 | 5.0★ (27) | Daly City, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | JustinCredible Home Services - Handyman | 82 | 5.0★ (5) | Corte Madera, 2 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Frank's Handyman Services | 81 | 4.2★ (5) | San Pablo, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Tv Mounting Dude | 81 | 5.0★ (3) | Santa Clara, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Gotham Home Services | 81 | 5.0★ (33) | Dublin, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 56 best handymen in San Rafael, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in San Francisco, 14 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 798 Post St apt 406, San Francisco, CA 94109
Based in Alameda, 4 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
Based in San Jose, 9 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Alameda, 9 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 45 Google reviews
#6 R8Works
Based in Daly City, 12 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
Based in Corte Madera, 2 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Address
- 38 Lucky Dr, Greenbrae, CA 94904
Based in San Pablo, 10 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1974 Regello Ct, San Pablo, CA 94806
Based in Santa Clara, 9 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Dublin, 9 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in San Rafael
81/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- N San Pedro Ct, San Rafael, CA 94903
Based in Alameda, 14 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in San Francisco, 13 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7:30 AM–8:30 PM
- Address
- 781B Sanches St, San Francisco, CA 94129
Based in Fairfield, 15 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#15 ML Handyman
Based in Kentfield, 1 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
Based in Mill Valley, 9 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon 7 AM–8 PM · Tue–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
Based in Daly City, 9 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
Based in Corte Madera, 2 mi away
78/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 642 S Eliseo Dr, Greenbrae, CA 94904
#19 Handyman Cheo
Based in Richmond, 9 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 327 S 1st St #10, Richmond, CA 94804
Based in Rosedale, 9 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun 11:30 AM–4 PM
#21 Handyman Heroes
Based in San Francisco, 15 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 132 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 132 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1525 Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94117
Based in Richmond, 9 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 158 Malcolm Dr, Richmond, CA 94801
Based in Mission District, 14 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 217 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (217).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.4★ from 217 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 5 AM–5 PM
Based in Hercules, 14 mi away
75/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.1★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun 10 AM–2 PM
- Address
- 161 Skelly, Hercules, CA 94547
Based in San Francisco, 13 mi away
75/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
Handymen ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 56 ranked handymen here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving San Rafael
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 |
|---|---|---|
| BB&B Builders | 2.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| Carranza Handyman | In San Rafael | |
| Centered Level Handyman Services | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| G&K Handyman Services | 3.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Handyman Flores | 3.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Hargrove Construction | 5.0★ (15) | In San Rafael |
| ICS Multiple Handyman | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| John Owens Services, Inc. | 4.8★ (588) | In San Rafael |
| Maldonado Jessy Construction | 5.0★ (34) | In San Rafael |
| Marin Color Service | 4.5★ (76) | In San Rafael |
| Marvin's Handyman | In San Rafael | |
| Northbay Home Solutions | 4.9★ (30) | In San Rafael |
| Ramirez’s Handymen Construction | 5.0★ (3) | In San Rafael |
| Sessi Drywall Services | 5.0★ (2) | In San Rafael |
| Starving Plumbers | 5.0★ (30) | In San Rafael |
| T3chy | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| The Handyman Power | 1.0★ (1) | In San Rafael |
| W B painting and hendyman | 1.0★ (1) | In San Rafael |
| WEH General Builders, Inc. | 5.0★ (22) | In San Rafael |
| WEH General Housework | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
How much do handymen cost in San Rafael?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for San Rafael. 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 San Rafael handymen
We scored 56 San Rafael 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 San Rafael 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 San Rafael: frequently asked questions
Who is the best handyman in San Rafael?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked handyman in San Rafael, CA is NBH Lock Services with a CR Score of 86/100. It has 4.7★ from 50 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. handyman Yacoub Sadan (#2) and Best Handyman Ever (#3) follow. We ranked 56 handymen on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many handymen are there in San Rafael?
ContractorsRanked ranks 56 handymen serving San Rafael, CA. 2 of them are based in San Rafael; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 15 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which handymen in San Rafael are open 24/7?
11 ranked handymen in San Rafael post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are NBH Lock Services (#1), handyman Yacoub Sadan (#2) and Silicon Valley Home Services (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which handymen in San Rafael work on weekends?
38 of 56 ranked handymen post Saturday hours and 19 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are NBH Lock Services (#1), handyman Yacoub Sadan (#2) and Best Handyman Ever (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does drywall repair cost in San Rafael?
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 San Rafael. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do San Rafael handymen have?
The median Google rating among 56 rated handymen in San Rafael is 5.0★, with a median of 6 reviews. Puls Appliance Repair San Francisco has the most, 217 reviews, and ranks #23. 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 San Rafael count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the San Rafael 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.
Update log for San Rafael
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 56 handymen serving San Rafael.
- October 2026: 4 duplicate listings merged.
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