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Sam’s Handywork LLC

Sam from Sam’s Handywork LLC installing and fastening the cedar posts of a Torii-style garden gateway during an outdoor Japanese garden build in Eastern Iowa
Est. 2023
Sam’s Handywork LLC serves homeowners across Eastern Iowa, including Cedar Falls, Marion, Hiawatha, Dubuque, Waterloo, Cedar Rapids, and nearby communities. I focus on practical home repairs, getting to the root of the problem instead of just covering up the symptoms. My approach is straightforward, with clear pricing so you can skip the back-and-forth and move ahead with your project. Read the reviews, and if you’re ready to invest in quality service, let’s talk about getting you on the schedule.

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Sam from Sam’s Handywork LLC standing beside a custom-built cedar Torii gate and garden trellis project in Eastern Iowa
Custom Torii-style gateway and trellis built by Sam’s Handywork LLC – blending craftsmanship with durable outdoor construction.

    Pricing & Process Information

    • One-time $200 deposit for all new clients
    Covers insurance, fuel, basic hardware, tool wear, admin time, and project prep.
    Non-refundable. Paid once per client, not per job.

    • $120/hr for labor
    Billed for the time I’m working.
    Half-hour minimum for small projects.

    • $100 trip fee for return visits
    Only applies after the first visit.

    • Materials
    You can purchase your own, or I can pick them up.
    If I pick them up: store cost + 30% materials handling markup.

    • No free estimates
    Photos + a few details are usually all I need to decide if it’s a job I’ll take and what materials you’ll need.
    If an in-person look is required, the visit is billed normally.