Ben 
If you’ve been looking at modular tool storage, you’ve probably already come across three names: DeWalt TSTAK, DeWalt ToughSystem 2.0, and Milwaukee PACKOUT. And if you’re anything like me, you’ve spent longer than you’d like …
Pebbledash is one of those surfaces that looks simple enough to paint but will catch you out fast if you go in with the wrong approach. I recently completed a pebbledash painting job for a …
As a professional handyman, I’ve managed to add a surprising amount of extra space to my home over the years, and most of it I’ve built myself. I’ve converted the attic into a den and …
Searching for flat-pack furniture assembly near me? If you’re based in Newquay or anywhere across North Cornwall, I can help. I’m Ben, a local handyman with years of experience assembling flat-pack furniture for homeowners, landlords, …
If you need a reliable handyman for property maintenance in Newquay or the wider North Cornwall area, I can help. I’m Ben, a local tradesman with years of hands-on experience keeping homes, holiday lets, and …
This is a job I was brought in to complete after the customer had already built their raised timber decking, having handled replacing the deck from scratch themselves. My task was to fit all the …
There are few things better on a cold morning than stepping out of bed and onto a warm bathroom floor. I know, because I’ve now got one, and I won’t be going back. After over …
If you’ve searched “handyman near me” and ended up in Newquay, Perranporth, Mawgan Porth or anywhere in between, chances are I’ve already worked on a job not far from you. I’m Ben, a one-man handyman …
Gutter cleaning is one of those jobs that looks simple from the ground and gets a lot more complicated once you’re actually up there. I’ve cleared gutters on everything from single-storey bungalows to tired old …
Every loft ladder I’ve ever unboxed comes with the same guidance on page one: “This product requires installation by two people.” Great advice. Completely useless if you’re a one-man handyman business and the only person …
Patio pointing might not be the most exciting garden project, but it’s one of the best ways to improve the appearance of an ageing patio and prevent further damage. Recently, I was hired by a …
One of the most rewarding jobs I take on as a handyman is work that genuinely makes a difference to someone’s daily life. This recent project was exactly that. I was asked to install wooden …
I’ve replaced more toilet seats than I can count on jobs across all kinds of bathrooms. It’s one of those tasks that sounds fiddly but is genuinely straightforward once you know what you’re doing. The …
If you spend more time hunting for the right tool than actually using it, your storage system needs work. I’ve been a handyman in Newquay for over 10 years, and disorganised tools cost me time …
If you have ever walked into your bathroom and spotted mould creeping across the ceiling again, you’ll know how frustrating it can be. One of my recent customers had exactly that problem. Despite repainting the …
Today, I’m sharing some recent projects completed in my local area. Ranging from a simple shelf installation, a shed construction project, all the way to a lean-to veranda with a solid polycarbonate roof. These are …
Many homeowners do not realise that most standard fence panels are only designed to withstand moderate wind, not the harsh gusts you get along the UK coastline. Living and working as a handyman around Cornwall, …
DIY projects become far more enjoyable and far less stressful when you have the right tools in your hands. After more than 20 years working in DIY, construction, and as a self-employed professional handyman, I …
If you’re thinking about installing a solar panel on a Mazda Bongo, this guide covers the setup I’ve been using on my own van for more than 4 years. It’s a 100W solar panel kit …
I’ve owned my Mazda Bongo Friendee now for nearly 4 years. In this time I’ve made a few modifications to make life a little easier, improve functionality and make this vehicle a little more practical …
I have worked on quite a few French doors over the years, and one issue that comes up time and time again is a worn or failing locking mechanism. The door itself is usually fine, …
I recently ran into a frustrating issue with my French doors that gradually got worse over time. The handle became tougher to turn, it started making noise when I used it, and it no longer …
Building a prefabricated shed might seem a little daunting for some, but don’t worry, I’m going to show you the step-by-step methods I use when erecting wooden sheds. I was recently hired to build this …
Trying to decide between DeWalt and Makita isn’t an easy task, as both brands provide such great quality and value for money. They both provide robust, professional-quality tools, so when comparing like-for-like, it can get …
