Handyman Services in Fort Myers Beach, FL
Licensed handyman serving Fort Myers Beach — hurricane rebuild finishing, salt air corrosion repairs, vacation rental turnarounds, and home inspection report repairs. One call handles it all.
Fort Myers Beach Is Rebuilding — And We're Here for the Finish Work
Fort Myers Beach is rebuilding. Hurricane Ian made landfall at Estero Island on September 28, 2022 as a Category 4 storm. Storm surge reached 15+ feet on FMB. 97% of buildings on the island were damaged or destroyed. Over three years later, the island is still a construction zone — and that creates massive demand for interior finish work after the structural contractors finish. That's where our team comes in.
Access logistics matter on Fort Myers Beach. FMB is a barrier island connected to the mainland by the Matanzas Pass Bridge from San Carlos Island. The island is 7 miles long and under half a mile wide. Estero Boulevard is the main artery and it has been under reconstruction since the storm. Our team schedules dedicated island days to batch multiple FMB jobs and avoid the bridge traffic inefficiencies. When we come to the island, we stay on the island and knock out everything we can in one trip.
The vacation rental market drives Fort Myers Beach's economy. FMB is the most tourism-dependent community in Lee County. Times Square and the pier area at the northern tip are the commercial hub. Hotels and vacation rentals need fast turnaround repairs between guests — drywall patches, paint touch-ups, fixture replacements, screen repairs, and appliance hookups. Property managers cannot afford downtime, and we understand that. We handle all of it quickly so units get back online.
Salt air corrosion is a constant battle on Fort Myers Beach. FMB homes experience extreme salt exposure from the Gulf of Mexico on the west and Estero Bay and Matanzas Pass on the east. Every piece of metal corrodes faster here than anywhere on the mainland. Door hardware, window tracks, cabinet pulls, hinges, railings, AC units — all need marine-grade replacements to survive. Standard chrome and brass hardware that lasts a decade in Fort Myers can pit and fail within two years on FMB.
We handle all of it under our State of Florida contractor license, CBC-1259887. Call us at (239) 880-2423 and let us take care of your Fort Myers Beach property.
Handyman Services We Provide in Fort Myers Beach
From hurricane rebuild finishing to vacation rental turnarounds, here is what our team handles for Fort Myers Beach property owners.
Common Home Repairs in Fort Myers Beach, FL
Fort Myers Beach is rebuilding from the ground up after Hurricane Ian. That means a unique mix of new construction finishing, hurricane damage restoration, and ongoing salt air maintenance.
Hurricane & Rebuild Finishing
After the structural contractors, roofers, and framers finish, there's a mountain of interior work. Drywall installation and finishing, trim and baseboard installation, interior painting, door hanging, hardware installation, and final punch list items. Our team handles the finish work that turns a construction site back into a livable home.
Salt Air Corrosion Repairs
Fort Myers Beach homes take salt air from every direction — Gulf of Mexico to the west, Estero Bay and Matanzas Pass to the east. That double exposure corrodes hardware, locks, hinges, window tracks, cabinet pulls, railings, and fasteners faster than anywhere on the mainland. We replace corroded fixtures with stainless steel and marine-grade alternatives.
Vacation Rental Turnaround Repairs
Between guest stays, vacation rentals accumulate damage — drywall dings, loose cabinet doors, broken towel bars, stained grout, scuffed paint, stripped door locks, running toilets. Property managers need quick, reliable turnaround repairs that don't eat into booking windows. We schedule dedicated FMB days to batch these efficiently.
Screen & Lanai Repairs
Salt spray and hurricane-force winds destroy screen enclosures faster on FMB than anywhere in our service area. Torn panels, bent aluminum frames, corroded spline channels, and sagging screens are constant. We repair and re-screen lanais, pool cages, and porch enclosures.
Plumbing & Electrical Finishing
New construction and rebuilt homes need fixture installation — faucets, toilets, garbage disposals, light fixtures, ceiling fans, outlets, and switches. We handle the finish plumbing and electrical that goes in after the rough-in is complete. All work done to code under our CBC-1259887 license.
Doors, Windows & Carpentry
Hurricane-force winds and constant salt exposure warp doors, corrode window hardware, and degrade weatherstripping. On FMB, this is accelerated compared to the mainland. We repair and replace doors, windows, trim, baseboards, shelving, and cabinetry.
Buying a Rebuilt Home on Fort Myers Beach? We Handle the Inspection Report.
Many rebuilt FMB homes are hitting the market for the first time since Hurricane Ian. When the inspection report comes back with items, you do not need five different contractors. Send us the report — we handle plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, carpentry, and everything else in one coordinated effort.
Why Fort Myers Beach Property Owners Choose Chad The Handyman
Licensed & Insured
State of Florida Certified Building Contractor, license CBC-1259887. Fort Myers Beach's post-Ian rebuilding environment demands licensed contractors. Unlicensed work on the island risks code violations, failed inspections, and problems at resale. Our license means your work is done right and documented.
541+ Five-Star Reviews
Fort Myers Beach property owners and managers trust us because 541+ Google reviewers across Southwest Florida already do. Our 4.8-star rating comes from consistent, professional work — the same quality we bring to every FMB project.
Based Nearby in Fort Myers
Our office is at 17001 Alico Commerce Ct in Fort Myers — about 25 minutes from Fort Myers Beach via Summerlin Road and San Carlos Boulevard. We schedule dedicated island days to serve FMB efficiently, batching jobs to minimize bridge crossings and maximize time on-island.
About Fort Myers Beach, FL
Fort Myers Beach sits on Estero Island, a 7-mile barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico connected to the mainland by the Matanzas Pass Bridge. The island has a year-round population of roughly 5,600 — but before Hurricane Ian, the population was closer to 7,000 and seasonal visitors swelled that number dramatically. Times Square, at the northern tip near the pier, is the commercial and tourist hub. Estero Boulevard runs the length of the island as the primary (and often only) road.
Hurricane Ian devastated Fort Myers Beach on September 28, 2022. The Category 4 storm produced a 15-foot storm surge that swept across the island. 97% of structures were damaged or destroyed. The historic pier was destroyed. Times Square was leveled. Three years later, the rebuild is visible everywhere — new pilings, new construction, and a steady stream of contractors. About 70% of the island's hotel rooms are expected to be back online by the end of 2025.
The rebuilding creates opportunity for homeowners and investors, but also challenges. New construction must meet updated Florida Building Code standards including higher wind resistance and flood elevation requirements. Many homes are being raised on pilings for the first time. All of this generates demand for skilled finish work — and that's where our team comes in.
“Very professional and they do what they say they will do. We use them regularly now.”
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Recent Projects in Fort Myers Beach
A Fort Myers Beach homeowner hired us to complete interior finishing on a home that had been rebuilt after Hurricane Ian. The structural work and roofing were done by a general contractor, but the finish work — hanging doors, installing trim and baseboards, interior painting, hardware installation, and light fixture mounting — still needed to be done. We completed the punch list over four days, turning a construction project into a move-in-ready home.
A vacation rental property manager on Estero Boulevard called us for turnaround repairs between guest stays. The list included patching three drywall dings, replacing a broken towel bar, fixing a running toilet, re-caulking the shower, touching up scuffed paint in the hallway, and tightening loose cabinet hinges throughout the kitchen. We completed everything in a single morning so the unit was guest-ready by check-in.
In a Gulf-front condo, we replaced all exterior-facing door hardware, window locks, and cabinet pulls that had corroded from salt air exposure. The original brass and chrome hardware was pitting and staining within two years of installation. We replaced everything with brushed nickel and stainless steel rated for coastal environments.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Handyman Services in Fort Myers Beach
Do you travel to Fort Myers Beach for repairs?
Yes. Our office is in Fort Myers, about 25 minutes from Fort Myers Beach via Summerlin Road and the Matanzas Pass Bridge. We schedule dedicated island days to batch multiple FMB jobs, which means we are on-island regularly and can respond quickly. Bridge traffic can add time during peak season, so we plan our routes to maximize efficiency and minimize your wait.
What hurricane damage repairs do you handle on Fort Myers Beach?
We handle the interior finish work that comes after structural repairs are complete. That includes drywall installation and finishing, trim and baseboard installation, interior painting, door hanging and hardware, light fixture and ceiling fan installation, plumbing fixture hookups, and general punch list items. We do not do structural work, roofing, or major exterior construction — but everything inside the walls is our specialty.
Do I need a licensed contractor for repairs on Fort Myers Beach after Hurricane Ian?
For most interior work, a license is not legally required — but it is strongly recommended. Fort Myers Beach's code enforcement has been especially active since Ian, and any work that touches electrical, plumbing, or structural elements requires proper permitting. Our State of Florida contractor license CBC-1259887 means we can pull permits when needed, our work passes inspection, and you have documentation for insurance claims and future resale.
Can you handle quick turnaround repairs for my vacation rental on FMB?
Yes — vacation rental turnaround repairs are one of our most common calls on Fort Myers Beach. We understand that downtime costs you money, so we schedule these jobs on our dedicated island days and aim to complete them in a single visit. Drywall patches, paint touch-ups, fixture replacements, plumbing fixes, screen repairs, and appliance hookups — we handle it all so your property is guest-ready fast.
How does salt air affect Fort Myers Beach homes compared to the mainland?
Fort Myers Beach gets salt exposure from every direction — the Gulf of Mexico on the west, Estero Bay on the east, and Matanzas Pass running through the middle. This is significantly more intense than mainland communities like Fort Myers or Estero. Metal hardware, door hinges, window tracks, and fasteners corrode two to three times faster. Standard chrome and brass fixtures can pit and stain within one to two years. We recommend marine-grade stainless steel replacements for any hardware on FMB properties — it costs a bit more upfront but lasts five to ten times longer.
Fort Myers Beach Is Rebuilding — We Are Here to Help
Licensed, insured, and serving Fort Myers Beach with dedicated island days. 541+ five-star reviews. Call us — we will take care of it.
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