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Everyday repairs done right — without gambling on a stranger.
4.9 out of 5 from 66 Google reviewsI'm Don Moody. Since 2008 I've fixed homes and businesses across Edmonton. Time plus materials, no games, and a 30-day warranty on the work.
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- In business since 2008 — 18 years
- Insured — certificate on request
- 30-day warranty on the work
- Straight answers by email
- Time plus materials
What we handle
Plumbing repair
Faucets, toilets, valves, burst or leaking pipes, drainage problems — solder or crimp. Emergency repairs when we can get there.
Sink & faucet replacement
Kitchen or bathroom sinks, taps and faucets — repaired or replaced to suit how you actually use the room.
Electrical fixtures
Lights, switches, outlets, GFCIs, smoke detectors — and finding the breaker that's behind it.
Drain cleaning
Kitchen and vanity drains, stacks, floor drains, laundry and toilet blockages — up to 50 feet on a 4-inch line.
Toilet repair
Leaks, clogs and flushing problems sorted — or a full rebuild if that's the honest answer.
Drywall repair & painting
From a small hole in the wall to a boarded room or a fresh colour. Fast and clean.
Door locks
Lock changes, rekeys and Weiser SmartKey resets — so you know exactly who has a key.
Furniture assembly
Wardrobes, beds, desks, treadmills, gym sets, barbecues — and once, a wood-fired pizza oven.
Appliance work
Washers, dryers and the rest. Tell us what it's doing and we'll be honest about whether it's worth fixing.
What we don't take on — and we'll say so early
If the work means moving what's inside the wall, floor or ceiling, that's journeyman territory and often needs a development permit from your local authority. We'd rather tell you that up front than run into it halfway through your kitchen.
Where we work
Edmonton and the communities right around it. That's where the work is, and it's where we're concentrating — as the crew grows, the area grows with it.
Some of the work
18 years of jobs. Here's a sample — the finished ones and the messy middles.
The honest why
My name is Don Moody. I've been a residential handyman in Edmonton since the beginning of 2008. Before that I was a third-year plumbing apprentice, mostly in new-construction residential; before that I ran my own cellphone-repair business, and before that an appliance delivery and installation business.
Here's the honest update. I broke my ankle. It hasn't bounced back the way I'd like — I'm still on a cane — and it's moving me off the tools sooner than I planned.
So I'm building what keeps Handyman Reality going: a small crew of handy people I personally vet, every one held to the standard you've come to expect from me. I won't be the one under every sink much longer — and that's exactly why I'm building this now, while I can still set the bar on every job.
I'm not abandoning anyone who came before. If you've relied on Handyman Reality, you still can. The difference is you'll have more than just my two hands behind it.
Same reliability. Same time-plus-materials, no-games way of working. Same guy picking up — building something that outlasts a bad ankle.
What people say
Rated 4.9 on GoogleRead all 66 reviews on Google →Most of our work has come from people who found us there.“I have been working with Don Moody for the last 5 or more years, never had a problem with jobs he done. As an owner of multiple rental properties, I don't worry any more with any tenant calling saying something isn't working. Whatever the job, I know I can depend on Don to get it fixed. I am a very happy client. Thanks Don for your honesty and dedication — I always learn something new from you.”
LilianeRental property owner, Edmonton AB “We have known Don for many years. He has always been reliable, competent, accountable, and a friend in need. We can always count on him, whether it is an emergency or a routine renovation job. He is 100% trustworthy and always well prepared for the job in question. We have never regretted following his competent advice and have absolutely no hesitation to recommend him without reservation.”
Oliver SeifertEdmonton AB “Don has been a problem solver for so many of my clients during a sometimes difficult move for them. Very professional and a pleasure to deal with. I am sure many of the move-in people have become regular clients of his. Keep up the good work.”
DavidC&D Services, Ottawa ON
Straight answers
How does pricing work?
Strictly time plus materials — no fixed quotes. Tell us what's going on by email and you'll get a straight read of how we'd approach it. Billed time includes the supplier runs your job needs.Are you insured — as a business, not just the truck?
Yes. Handyman Reality is insured for the business. Certificate available on request.Do you warranty your work?
30 days on the work.What are your hours?
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We're closed most weekends and statutory holidays. Real emergencies — send the form and say so.What if it's an emergency?
Send the form and say it's urgent — we'll do our best to get to you as fast as we can if we're free.How do I book a service call?
Use the form on this page, or email us directly with the location and what needs doing. We read email early morning and end of day, and we reply once we can see a clear path to a reliable appointment.How do I know if I need a handyman or a specialist?
Ask us. As a rule: if the work means moving what's inside the wall, floor or ceiling, a development permit may be required and it's usually journeyman work rather than ours. We'll tell you that up front.Do you do commercial work too?
Yes — residential and commercial both. Most of the last 18 years has been residential, but commercial kitchens and washrooms are well within scope.What kinds of jobs do you take?
Kitchen and bathroom repairs, toilets and faucets, sinks and outside taps, plumbing repairs, door lock changes and SmartKey resets, lights, switches and receptacles, wall repairs with or without paint, furniture assembly, appliance repairs — just try me and I'll be honest as to my thoughts. A touch autistic, lol.What payment do you take?
Cash and Interac e-transfer. We do have PayPal for clients who really need to put it on a credit card.What areas do you serve?
Edmonton and the surrounding communities. We used to range further into East Central Alberta; we're focused on Edmonton now, and the area widens again as the crew grows.
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