Home Repair Decoded

Handyman Cost Per Hour in Maine

$59 – $107We estimate a handyman in Maine bills about $59 to $107 an hour, based on the state's median wage of $23.76 from BLS (2025). The U.S. median is $23.84.

In Maine, general contractors are not licensed or regulated. Maine law does require a written contract for any home construction or repair work that costs more than $3,000.

What common jobs cost in Maine

JobLowHigh
Appliance Repair$90$460
Drywall Repair$70$490
Mold Removal$460$3,800
Garage Door Repair$80$620

Neighboring states

PlaceMedian wageBilled lowBilled high
New Hampshire$25.40$64$114
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General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.