Grand Rapids Handyman Services by Michael Carpenter

Michael Gives Back

I started Michael Gives Back with a simple belief: sometimes the smallest projects make the biggest difference in how a home feels. Not everyone has the tools, time, or know-how to knock out those lingering fixes — but I do. And I want to put that to work for my neighbors here in Grand Rapids.

This isn’t a big business. It’s not an agency. It’s just me, showing up with care, craftsmanship, and a commitment to doing things the right way.

If you need a hand, I’m here to help.

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Handyman Services Offered

Repairs & Fixes

  • Minor electrical fixes (switches, outlets, lighting)
  • Door alignment, hinges, hardware
  • Patch and repair drywall
  • Fence or gate repairs

Installations

  • Light fixtures and ceiling fans
  • Shelving, storage solutions, wall mounts
  • TVs and smart home devices
  • Outdoor lighting and hardware

Home Improvement

  • Furniture assembly
  • Caulking, sealing, weatherproofing
  • Deck and outdoor cleanup
  • Small carpentry tasks

If you’re not sure whether it fits, just ask — most small jobs qualify.

These services are available across Grand Rapids and surrounding neighborhoods.

Service Area

Serving homeowners across Grand Rapids, including

  • Grand Rapids
  • East Grand Rapids
  • Creston
  • Eastown
  • Kentwood
  • Wyoming
  • Grandville
  • Walker
  • Ada
  • Cascade
  • Forest Hills
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A few photos from projects

Painting and prep

Outdoor projects

Tile work

Lighting fixtures

Pricing

Simple, upfront handyman pricing for Grand Rapids homeowners.

Standard visit:
$45 for up to 60 minutes

Most people get two to three tasks done in that time.

Additional time can be added if needed.

No upsells, no pressure—just straightforward help.

Email me with your questions

Why This Exists

This page is part of something simple: giving back.

The same hands that built the early YARDHAUS prototypes in the shop are the hands that show up here — ready to help with the everyday projects that make a home work better.

This is a way to stay connected to the community, extend a little generosity, and make life easier for the people around me. Good lighting changes a backyard; small acts of help change a neighborhood.