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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Odds & Ends Handyman Service. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
A day rate replaces the task list — usually the better deal once the list gets long.
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$220 – $850
Typical handyman visit around $540
Odds & Ends Handyman Service, run by owner Cliff Goodman, provides handyman, remodeling, and masonry-related work for residential and commercial customers in the Salem and Peabody, Massachusetts area. The company holds a Better Business Bureau A+ grade and a 4.9-star Google average from 67 ratings. The written review history is unusually deep — dozens of five-star reviews stretching from 2018 through 2026 — and consistently praises detailed, proactive communication and careful, durable work. Recent 2026 reviews describe a backyard deck replacement with clear step-by-step pricing options, a basement wall transformation from old wallpaper to panel sheets, and a bathroom touch-up covering painting, cabinets, and light fixtures. In a 2019 review, one client noted Cliff had been their handyman for over a decade across many jobs inside and outside the house. Across the years, reviewers describe deck and porch repairs, door and frame fixes, painting, flooring, cabinet work, and, in a 2021 review, insulation removal and drywall installation in a basement. A 2024 Reddit thread recommending local contractors named Cliff at Odds & Ends as its handyman pick. Worth asking about before booking: a 2018 Google review describes a missed appointment despite repeated assurances of arrival, and a separate 2024 Reddit post from someone else describes being given a quote and then not hearing back — worth confirming scheduling and follow-up directly, especially against an otherwise near-unanimous five-star record. For homeowners in the Salem/Peabody area needing anything from small repairs to a deck rebuild or room refresh, the volume and consistency of this review history is a strong signal, with recent activity (3 reviews in the last six months) showing no new complaints.
“Cliff at odds and ends showed up to give me a quote and then ghosted me, unfortunately— might be a one off, but my experience!”
“Electrician- Jolt Plumber-Blaisdell Plumbing & Heating Handyman- Cliff @ Odds & Ends Housecleaners- TLC Cleaning Co Landscaping-Pro MJL Landscaping”
Cliff and his crew were absolutely incredible in replacing our worn out backyard deck. The thing I most appreciate about Cliff is his excellent and detailed communication - all the way from the estimate, to bringing samples and laying out price options, all the way through installation and even post-installation. I can tell that he puts a lot of thought and effort into making sure that he does his work with the utmost quality, asking detailed questions, and really feeling like he's on your side throughout the whole process - plus he's an excellent and super nice guy to boot! The work he and his crew did speaks for itself and our whole family (including our dog) love our new deck. We'll definitely have him back as our regular handyman in the near future. Highly recommend.
I recently hired Cliff (Odds & Ends Handyman Service) to fix our basement walls, which previously had old wallpaper. He replaced it with panel sheets, and the transformation is excellent. The work was done professionally, with great attention to detail, and the final result looks clean and modern. He was reliable, efficient, and clearly skilled at what he does. I’m very happy with the outcome and would definitely recommend his services to anyone needing similar work. Great work!
I needed to finish my bathroom renovation (some painting, cabinets and light fixture mounting), and Cliff with his colleague were amazing. Accurate, punctual and honest. The price was also reasonable. We are planning to use Cliff for the other upcoming home projects.
I am pleased as punch with Cliff and Tony from Odds & Ends. They worked quickly, professionally and the cost was reasonable. I would use their service again in a heartbeat.
These guys are great. Cliff, the owner was extremely responsive, accommodating, and very fair with pricing. Tony fixed 4 extremely old, difficult, and intricate doors in our home. These doors were like onions, the more he peeled back the worse it got.. but he stuck with it and fixed them all for us. Also, he was so friendly and easy to talk to. I'm so glad I didn't try to do this on my own and trusted the professionals. Definitely recommend them.
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