Calgary Home Services Black Book

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๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Handyman Services
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Hourly handyman labour $85โ€“$125/hr 1โ€“2 hr minimums apply
Mount TV and hide wires $200โ€“$400 Wall type affects price
Replace light fixtures $125โ€“$300 Up to 2 fixtures
Repair drywall hole (6"โ€“12") $150โ€“$300 Includes patch, mud, sand
Hang pictures, shelves, or mirrors $80โ€“$200 Quantity affects price
Assemble IKEA furniture $100โ€“$250 Per item or grouped rate
Caulking/touch-up around tubs/windows $150โ€“$350 Labour + materials
๐Ÿ•ต๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ Home Inspectors
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Standard home inspection (up to 2,500 sqft) $400โ€“$600 Includes full report
Condo/townhome inspection $300โ€“$450 Interior-only, shared systems excluded
Infrared scan for moisture/heat $150โ€“$250 add-on Optional with inspection
Pre-purchase inspection + summary $500โ€“$700 Faster turnaround available
New home warranty inspection (pre-1 year) $400โ€“$650 Common in new builds
๐Ÿฆ  Mold Remediation
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Mold inspection + lab test $250โ€“$500 Air or swab test
Localized mold removal (small area) $750โ€“$1,500 Up to 100 sqft
Full basement mold remediation $3,000โ€“$10,000 Depends on scope and framing
Attic mold treatment $1,500โ€“$3,500 Often paired with ventilation fixes
Air scrubber rental (HEPA) $150โ€“$250/day Required for larger jobs
โš ๏ธ Asbestos Abatement
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Asbestos testing (bulk or air) $150โ€“$400 Includes lab fees
Floor tile or mastic removal (per room) $1,000โ€“$2,500 Specialized PPE and disposal
Vermiculite insulation removal $5โ€“$10/sqft Often in attic spaces
Pipe wrap removal (short run) $500โ€“$1,200 Setup costs high
Full home asbestos abatement $10,000โ€“$30,000 Depends on size and age
๐Ÿœ Pest Control
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Mice or rodent exclusion $250โ€“$600 Includes sealant & traps
Ant or wasp treatment $150โ€“$300 Per visit
Bed bug heat treatment (entire room) $1,200โ€“$2,000 May require prep and follow-up
Cockroach eradication (condo) $500โ€“$1,200 Multi-visit strategy
Wildlife removal (squirrel, raccoon) $300โ€“$900 Trap and relocate
๐Ÿ” Security System Installers
Service Typical Price Range Notes
4-camera HD CCTV system install $1,500โ€“$3,500 Includes hardware & DVR
Smart doorbell camera install $250โ€“$500 Includes wiring or battery model
Full home alarm + sensors setup $2,000โ€“$5,000 Monitoring optional
Smart lock install $200โ€“$400 With app control
Monitoring contract (monthly) $20โ€“$50/month Alarm + cameras
๐Ÿงน Junk Removal & Hauling
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Full pickup truck load (5โ€“6 yardsยณ) $350โ€“$600 Includes dump fees
Appliance pickup (fridge, washer) $100โ€“$200 Per unit
Construction debris removal (1/2 bin) $400โ€“$800 Includes bin + load-out
Yard waste or renovation cleanup $300โ€“$700 Depends on volume
Mattress or furniture removal $150โ€“$250 Single item pickup
๐ŸชŸ Window Cleaning
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Exterior window cleaning (2-story home) $150โ€“$300 Includes screens
Interior + exterior windows $250โ€“$500 Squeegee or pure water system
High window cleaning (3+ stories) $350โ€“$700 Ladder or pole system
Condo balcony glass panels $100โ€“$250 Access required
Post-construction window cleaning $300โ€“$700 Includes sticker/silicone removal
๐Ÿงผ Power Washing
Service Typical Price Range Notes
House siding wash (vinyl or stucco) $250โ€“$600 Up to 2,500 sqft
Driveway or sidewalk pressure wash $150โ€“$400 Concrete or interlock
Deck or fence washing $200โ€“$600 Pre-staining prep
Graffiti removal $300โ€“$800 Brick or concrete surfaces
Soft wash roof treatment $500โ€“$1,200 Prevents moss growth
๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ Duct & Furnace Cleaning
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Full duct & furnace clean (1,800โ€“2,500 sqft) $250โ€“$450 Includes 10โ€“12 vents
Dryer vent cleaning $100โ€“$200 Standalone or add-on
Sanitizer/mold spray inside ducts $100โ€“$250 Optional
A/C coil cleaning $150โ€“$300 Often missed
Before/after camera inspection $75โ€“$150 Add-on proof
๐Ÿ”ง Appliance Repair
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Diagnostic visit (any appliance) $80โ€“$125 Often waived with repair
Washer or dryer repair $150โ€“$400 Parts not included
Fridge or freezer repair $200โ€“$500 Compressor = high cost
Stove or oven element repair $150โ€“$350 Electric or gas
Dishwasher repair or clog clearing $150โ€“$300 Drain pump common issue
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Locksmiths
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Lockout / emergency entry $100โ€“$250 Day vs night rates vary
Rekey locks (per cylinder) $25โ€“$50/lock Plus callout fee
Smart lock install + setup $150โ€“$300 Connect to app
Deadbolt + knob replacement $100โ€“$200 With supplied hardware
Commercial-grade door hardware install $200โ€“$500 Push bars, levers, etc

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