The everyday jobs
Flat-pack assembly, picture hanging and the small repairs that make a home work better.
Your local handyman • Northern Ireland
That job on
your list?
Dick’ll do it.
From the little fixes to the bigger improvements. A helping hand for your home, business or rental property.
Based in Magheralin. Working across Lisburn, Belfast & beyond.
SMALL FIXES.
BIG DIFFERENCE.
BIG DIFFERENCE.
A little help. A lot sorted.Repairs, improvements & property maintenance.
Homes, businesses & landlordsOne job or a whole to-do listA local team, a familiar face
What we do
Goodbye, never-ending
to-do list.
A shelf to put up. A room to refresh. An outdoor space to enjoy again. Let’s get it sorted.
Painting & decorating
Freshen up tired rooms with decorating and tiling, from a small touch-up to a new look.
Kitchens & woodwork
Practical improvements, kitchen installation and woodwork to make more of your space.
Decking & fencing
Bring outdoor spaces back into use with decking, fencing and power-washing.
Property maintenance
Plumbing, roofing and general upkeep. Get in touch to discuss the right help for your job.
Commercial care
Maintenance for offices, shops and rental properties, planned around the people who use them.
Aerial surveys
Drone photography and inspections for a different perspective on your property. Explore aerial surveys ↗
Meet the team
Meet Richard
and the team.
Richard Swain leads the Dick’ll Do It team, helping people look after their homes and properties across Northern Ireland.
Tell us what needs doing, whether it’s one awkward little job or a list you’ve been saving up. We’ll talk through the work and the next steps with you.
HomeownersLocal businessesLandlords
A look at our work
Useful spaces. Happy homes.
Explore the team’s work, from small repairs to complete transformations. Select any photo to browse the gallery at a larger size.
Straightforward pricing
A clear price.
A job off your list.
Labour is charged in half-hour segments. Call to discuss your job and confirm the expected cost before booking.
£50
First 30 minutes
£30
Each additional 30 minutes
£300
Daily labour rate
Materials: Not included in labour rates. Materials we supply are charged at cost plus a 15% handling fee, supported by original receipts.
Out of hours: Normal working hours are 8am–6pm. Outside these hours, add £5 per half hour. Sunday work is charged at double time.
Key collection: £15 within a five-mile radius. Ask about arrangements when booking.
Estimates: Most jobs can be discussed and priced by phone. Contact us for an estimate, including aerial surveys and larger projects.
Aerial surveys
A fresh perspective.
From above.
Drone photography & inspection from the Dick’ll Do It team. Get in touch to discuss your property, what you’d like to see and the survey you have in mind.
Discuss an aerial survey ↗Local help, close to home
Across Belfast,
Lisburn & beyond.
Based in Magheralin, serving surrounding communities. Just outside the area? Call to check availability.
BelfastLisburnNewtownabbeyCraigavonMoiraHillsboroughLurganPortadownDromoreCrumlinCarryduffMagheralin
Our usual coverage area
The dashed boundary shows an approximate 15-mile radius from Lisburn city centre. Our base in Magheralin is marked too. Outside the circle? Please call — we may still be able to help.
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Based in Magheralin. Usual coverage is approximately 15 miles from Lisburn city centre. Call to confirm your location.
Find Magheralin
Open Magheralin in Google Maps ↗A few useful answers
Before we get started.
How much does your service cost?
We charge £50 for the first half hour and £30 per half hour thereafter
This sounds expensive for a small job?
Labour is charged in half-hour segments. For longer jobs, the daily labour rate is £300.
Does this include materials?
No. This is labour only. If you need us to supply materials we will charge you cost plus a 15% handling fee backed up by original receipts.
Do you do free estimates?
Most jobs can be priced over the phone but should we have any doubt as to the length of time or charge we can supply an estimate.
Are you insured?
Our certificate lists public liability cover up to £5,000,000 for handyman property maintenance from 9 June 2026 to 8 June 2027. View the certificate and request current cover details.
Will I have to wait weeks or months from my booking?
The Dick’ll Do It promise is that we will attempt answer all enquiries within 3 working days and have you booked for a visit within 2 weeks.
What if I need you in the middle of the night?
We are not a 24-hour service and carry out our work between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. If you require the HandyMan out of hours there is an additional £5 per half hour charge. Sunday work is charged at double time.
What if I can’t be there to let you in?
We will arrange for a Key Collection Service so you don’t have to miss any time at work. There is a small additional charge of £15.00 for this service if you are within a 5 mile radius.
Do you have any Gas Safe registered engineers?
Yes we currently have 2 Gas Safe Registered Engineers on our books.
Will I have to wait in all day for your handyman to show up?
All of Dick’s HandyMen are fully mobile and have access to a company mobile phone. If we find that we are running late we will contact you at the first opportunity to revise the arrival time.
How big a job can you take on?
We cover all jobs which generally take between half an hour to 2 days but can cover any size of project required.
What areas do you cover?
We generally cover a 15 miles radius from Lisburn City centre which includes Belfast, Newtownabbey, Greenisland, Holywood, Dundonald, Moira, Castlereagh, Carryduff, Annahilt, Hillsborough, Dromara, Dromore, Waringstown, Lurgan, Portadown, Craigavon, Aghalee, Ballinderry and Crumlin.
How can I pay?
We accept PayPal, Electronic Transfer, personal cheques and cash.
Do you do office work?
Yes, a large part of our business is looking after landlords, offices, shops and commercial enterprises, as they too need the fixed pricing of the HandyMan’s services.
Insurance & peace of mind
Our cover.
Easy to check.
View our insurance information and the insurance certificate, or contact us for the latest cover details.
View insurance information ↗Let’s get it sorted
What’s on
your to-do list?
The easiest place to start is a quick call.
Tell us the job, your location and what suits you.
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