Handyman Services in Columbus, Ohio: Everything True Construction Handles

Most homeowners have a list. It's the stuff that's been on the fridge for six months — the door that doesn't close right, the light fixture that needs replacing, the bathroom caulk that should have been redone last year. The things that aren't urgent enough to call someone immediately but add up over time.

That's exactly what True Construction's FIX service is built for.

We handle handyman work across Columbus, Dublin, Powell, Westerville, Grove City, Upper Arlington, Worthington, Hilliard, and surrounding Central Ohio. From single-item repairs to full punch lists, one call gets it done. No coordinating three different contractors for three different tasks.

Here's everything we do and how to know when your project crosses from handyman work into renovation territory.

WHAT TRUE CONSTRUCTION HANDLES FOR HANDYMAN WORK

• Interior repairs — drywall, doors, trim, caulking, weatherstripping

• Mounting & installation — TVs, shelving, mirrors, artwork, light fixtures

• Carpentry — cabinet repairs, built-ins, closet systems, wood repairs

• Bathroom repairs — caulk, grout, fixtures, toilet repairs, vanity installation

• Exterior repairs — siding, gutters, fascia, deck boards, fence repairs

• Punch lists — full to-do lists for homeowners and interior designers

• Pre-listing prep — repairs before putting a home on the market

• Move-in / move-out repairs — patching, painting, fixture replacement

The Full List: What True Construction Handles

We're not going to give you a vague list of categories and make you call to find out if we do your specific thing. Here's the actual work — broken down by area of the home.

• Interior Walls & Ceilings

  • Drywall patching and repair

  • Interior painting (rooms, trim, ceilings)

  • Drywall installation (small sections)

  • Accent wall installation

  • Texture matching

  • Crown molding installation and repair

  • Crack repair — walls and ceilings

  • Chair rail and wainscoting

  • Popcorn ceiling removal

  • Attic hatch installation

• Doors & Windows

  • Door installation — interior and exterior

  • Screen door repair and replacement

  • Door rehang — sticking, not closing properly

  • Window seal repair

  • Door hardware replacement (handles, locks, hinges)

  • Window hardware replacement

  • Pocket door repair and installation

  • Weatherstripping replacement

  • Barn door installation

  • Door threshold replacement

• Carpentry & Trim

  • Baseboard installation and repair

  • Drawer repair and replacement

  • Window and door casing

  • Wood rot repair

  • Built-in shelving

  • Stair railing repair and installation

  • Closet system installation

  • Mantle installation

  • Cabinet door repair and replacement

  • Furniture assembly

  • Cabinet hardware installation

  • Custom shelving and storage solutions

• Mounting & Installation

  • TV mounting (all wall types)

  • Light fixture installation and replacement

  • Floating shelf installation

  • Doorbell installation

  • Picture hanging — single items to gallery walls

  • Smart home device mounting

  • Mirror installation

  • Medicine cabinet installation

  • Curtain rod and hardware installation

  • Towel bar and bathroom hardware

  • Ceiling fan installation and replacement

  • Coat rack and entryway organization

• Bathroom Repairs & Updates

  • Caulking — tub, shower, sink

  • Showerhead replacement

  • Grout repair and regrouting

  • Bathroom exhaust fan installation

  • Toilet repair and replacement

  • Mirror installation

  • Toilet flapper, fill valve, handle

  • Tile repair (single tiles and small sections)

  • Vanity installation

  • Shower door adjustment and repair

  • Sink and faucet replacement

  • Accessory installation — TP holder, towel bars, hooks

• Kitchen Repairs & Updates

  • Cabinet door realignment

  • Faucet replacement

  • Cabinet hardware replacement

  • Garbage disposal installation and replacement

  • Drawer slide repair and replacement

  • Caulking — sink and countertop

  • Backsplash tile repair

  • Range hood installation

  • Under-cabinet lighting installation

  • Pantry organization and shelving

• Flooring Repairs

  • Siding repair — wood, vinyl, fiber cement

  • Caulking — exterior windows, doors

  • Wood rot repair — fascia, soffits, trim

  • Weatherstripping and door sweep replacement

  • Gutter cleaning and reattachment

  • Mailbox installation

  • Deck board replacement

  • Exterior light fixture replacement

  • Deck railing repair

  • Pressure washing

  • Fence repair — boards, posts, gates

  • Caulking — brick and masonry joints

Punch Lists, Pre-Listing Work, and Interior Designer Support

Beyond one-off repairs, True Construction regularly works with three specific types of clients who need more than a single task handled.

Homeowners with a full punch list

You've got ten things that need doing and don't want to schedule ten different people. We'll go through the whole list in one visit or a planned series of visits and knock it out. Bring the list — the longer, the better. That's exactly what we're set up for.

Sellers prepping a home for market

Small repairs make a real difference in photos and at showings. Patched walls, fixed doors, working hardware, clean caulk lines — these aren't cosmetic niceties, they're part of what a buyer's inspector will flag. We work quickly on pre-listing punch lists and understand the timing pressure that comes with going on the market.

Interior designers

We work with interior designers across Central Ohio on a regular basis. You spec it, we build it and install it. Picture hanging, custom shelving, furniture assembly, TV mounting, lighting installation — we handle the install side so the finished room looks exactly like your design intent. Reliable scheduling and clean work are non-negotiable when you have a client reveal on the calendar.

When It's a Handyman Job vs. When You Need a Full Contractor

This is a question homeowners ask all the time — and the honest answer is that the line isn't always obvious. Here's how to think about it.

Generally handyman territory:

• Repairs, replacements, and installations that don't change the structure of the home

• Work that doesn't require pulling permits

• Single-trade tasks (carpentry, basic plumbing fixture swaps, fixture installation)

• Projects measured in hours or a day or two, not weeks

Generally full contractor territory:

• Anything structural — removing walls, adding square footage, framing new spaces

• Full room remodels (kitchen, bathroom, basement finish)

• Work that requires licensed trade permits (electrical panel work, new plumbing runs, HVAC)

• Projects that need a scope, schedule, and subcontractor coordination

The good news: True Construction does both. If you call us about a handyman job and it turns out you actually need a remodel, we can scope that too — under the same roof, with the same team, without starting over with someone new. That's the Fix + Fab + Build difference.

Not sure if we cover your area? Call or text and we'll let you know directly.

Have a List? Let's Get Through It.

Whether it's one thing or twenty, bring it to us. We'll tell you what it takes, give you a straight number, and get it done.

Serving Columbus, Dublin, Powell, Westerville, Grove City, Upper Arlington, Worthington, Hilliard, and surrounding Central Ohio.

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