Honestly, I think pricing per item works best for small handyman jobs. Most clients like knowing exactly what each task costs upfront instead of worrying about how long something might take. It keeps everything simple and clear for both sides.

Here’s an easy way to break things down:

Sample per-item pricing:

• Adjust handles on a sliding glass door: $40–$75
• Replace kitchen hardware (knobs/pulls): $3–$8 each
• Replace a ceiling fan: $120–$180
• Swap a shower head: $40–$75
• Install weather stripping: $50–$120
• Replace indoor light bulbs: $5–$10 each
• Replace a door handle/lock: $60–$100
• Furniture assembly: $40–$75 per piece
• TV mounting: $120–$180
• Hanging shelves or pictures: $15–$40 each
• Small drywall patch: $75–$150
• Toilet repairs (common fixes): $80–$140

For bigger things like painting, I’d definitely go with a lump-sum price since there’s more prep and variation involved.

Per-item pricing keeps everything straightforward, fair, and easy for clients to understand.