Handyman Gift Certificates: Perfect For California Homeowners

California homeowners can always use an extra pair of hands, and what better gift to give friends and family than a little help? Home services are a thoughtful gift that can help your loved ones finally check that nagging task off of their to-do list. Here’s how you can be the most helpful elf in Santa’s workshop this season.

Gift Home Services

The best part about gifting home services—there's no trip to the mall, and no forking out money for express shipping. You can get it done easily with HomeAdvisor’s instant pricing and payment solution. Here’s what you do:

• Enter your recipient's zip code, and search for your desired project.
• You’ll see the upfront cost and be able to book the service.
• When entering the details, list the address of your recipient instead of your own. In the description box, leave a note explaining you are purchasing as a gift.
• Your recipient can coordinate with the professional and schedule their service at a later date.
• Finally, get creative with the presentation! Craft a coupon, or deliver in a package relating to the service (like a basket of natural cleaning supplies for a house cleaning gift).

5 Creative Home Service Gifts to Give This Season

You have a reputation for being a solid gift-giver. Up the ante by buying one of these much-needed services for every person in your life.

1. A paint job for first time homeowners: The first year of home ownership is hectic. Help your loved ones settle into their new nest by hiring a pro to give the front door a pop of color or refresh their nursery. Cost, starting at $200 for a single room.
2. Home organization for busy families: These hectic parents watched Marie Kondo, but don’t have time to organize themselves. Enlist a professional organizer to unclutter their closets or create a storage system. Cost, $55–$85 per hour.
3. Home automation for the globetrotter: Smart home tech will help your world-traveling pal check in on their abode from anywhere. Think smart smoke alarms, leak detectors and smart locks. Cost, starting at $200 for a one-off project, like a video doorbell.
4. House cleaning services for the working professional: Your career focused friends may not pay too much mind to daily housekeeping. Help them impress their dates by hiring a professional maid service. Cost, $80–$200 for a one-time cleaning.
5. Handyman for at-home seniors: If Grandma and Grandpa are still living at home, help them handle those nagging repairs with a good handyman. Cost, around $400 for several projects.

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