Civil engineer · Prague 5
Your English-speaking handyman in Prague
I am a civil engineer and handyman in Prague. I do small repairs and furniture and IKEA kitchen assembly. We arrange everything in English: the job, the price, the date and the invoice.
Clear prices, no language barrier.
What I can fix
These are the jobs I do most often:
I do not do electrical work, such as new sockets or wiring. See the full list of services.
Drilling and TV mounting
: TV brackets, shelves, mirrors, pictures, curtain rails and blinds.Small plumbing jobs
: taps, a dripping tap or toilet flush, siphons, new silicone around the bath or shower, washing machine hook-up.Small repairs
: doors, tiles, drywall and furniture.Lock and euro cylinder replacement
: front and interior doors. I measure the cylinder and supply a new one.Window sill installation
: interior window sills made to measure in wood, laminate or compact.Chemical anchors
: safes, TV brackets and heavy shelves, even in hollow bricks and aerated concrete.Plasterboard ceiling repairs
: access hatches, cut-outs for lights, cracks and joints.Painting and plaster repairs
: filling holes and cracks, plaster patches and painting a room.
For landlords and Airbnb hosts
I get flats ready between tenants or guests: small repairs, a photo report and an invoice. This helps if you live abroad. See all prices on the prices page.
Why me: fluent English, fixed prices
Fluent English
I studied civil engineering in English at the Czech Technical University in Prague (CTU). My English is at C2 level, also for technical topics. You can explain the problem in your own words.
Civil engineer
I have a master's degree (Ing.) from CTU in building services: heating, cooling, water and drainage. I can tell when a small fix is enough and when you need a bigger repair.
Prices online
My prices are on this website, in Czech crowns. For jobs charged by time, I send you an estimate before I start.
How I work
- I confirm the date in writing.
- You know the price before I start.
- I clean up after the job.
- You get an invoice in English, or in Czech if you need it.
- I take before and after photos if you want them.
Furniture assembly & IKEA kitchens
I assemble flat-pack furniture from IKEA, JYSK and other shops: wardrobes, beds, desks, shelves or a whole flat. I anchor tall furniture to the wall, so it cannot tip over. When you move, I take furniture apart and put it back together. More on the furniture assembly page.
For IKEA kitchens I can do the whole process: measuring, planning in the IKEA planner, checking your order, and installing the units, worktop, sink and appliances. I also fit and connect the appliances. More on the IKEA kitchens page.
Furniture assembly
: wardrobes, beds, desks and shelves from IKEA, JYSK and other shops, anchored to the wall.IKEA kitchen planning and installation
: measuring, planning, order check, units, worktop, sink and appliances.Lighting design and Rendl lights
: a lighting plan for your flat, Rendl lights supplied, installed and connected.Built-in wardrobes and furniture design
: wardrobes, hallway units and TV walls designed to fit, with a visualisation for a joiner.
New or investment flat, ready to move in or let
Have you bought a flat in a new build to live in, or as an investment? I will help you choose and fit the kitchen, prepare the water, drainage and electrical connections, choose and install the lighting, change the lock or lock cylinder and assemble the furniture. I get the flat ready for you to move in or to rent out.
If you live abroad, we agree everything in English and I send you photo reports. Tell me what the flat needs.
- Kitchen and lighting: choosing, planning and installing the kitchen, choosing and fitting the lights.
- Water, drainage and wiring: new pipes and wiring are done by a plumber and a licensed electrician. I arrange and coordinate them for you.
- Lock and furniture: a new lock or lock cylinder, and all furniture assembled and anchored to the wall.
Prices
All prices are in Czech crowns (CZK, written as Kč). Travel is always included, there is no separate travel fee.
All prices are final. See all prices and surcharges on the prices page.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Call-out and first hour, zone 1: Prague 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 12, 13, 16, 17 | from 1,500 CZK |
| Call-out and first hour, zone 2: Prague 7, 8, 9, 11, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 | from 2,000 CZK |
Where I work: all of Prague
I am based in Prague 5 and work all over Prague. I work most often in:
I work in all parts of Prague and travel is always included. Only the call-out price depends on the district: call-out and the first hour of work cost from 1,500 CZK in Prague 1–6, 10, 12, 13, 16 and 17 and from 2,000 CZK elsewhere in Prague. I can usually come within 48 hours on working days.
In Czech, a handyman is called hodinový manžel. My Czech website is potrebuji-hodinoveho-manzela.cz.
How it works
- Send me a message.The request form is the easiest way. Write what you need. Photos can follow by e-mail or WhatsApp. You can also use the contact form.
- Get a price and a date.I reply with a price estimate and a free date. We confirm the date in writing.
- I do the job.I bring my own tools, do the work and clean up. You get an invoice in English and pay by bank transfer. The invoice has a QR code that most Czech banking apps can scan.
Before I come
- Tell me where I can park. Many streets have paid parking zones.
- Send me the building entry code, or the name on the doorbell.
- If you rent, check that your landlord allows drilling.
- Buy the material, or ask me to buy it for you.
More tips on the contact page.
The request form is the easiest way.
Write what you need. Photos can follow by e-mail or WhatsApp.
Send a request ›Frequently asked questions
Do you speak English?
Yes, fluently. I studied civil engineering in English at CTU in Prague, and my English is at C2 level. We can arrange the whole job in English: what you need, the price, the date and the invoice. Czech is my native language.
How much does a handyman cost in Prague?
Call-out and the first hour of work cost from 1,500 CZK in zone 1 (Prague 1–6, 10, 12, 13, 16, 17) and from 2,000 CZK in zone 2. Travel is always included. Further work is charged at an hourly rate by type of work or per item, for example IKEA kitchen units. All prices are in Czech crowns on the prices page.
Can you invoice in English?
Yes. You get an invoice in English, or in Czech if you need it. I can also invoice a company. Just send me the company name, address and company ID (IČO).
Do you bring your own tools?
Yes. I bring my own tools, including a drill for hard concrete walls. You only need the material, such as the furniture or a new tap. If you prefer, I buy the material for you after we agree on it.
How do I book a handyman in Prague?
Send me a request with a short description and a photo. I reply with a price estimate and a free date. You can also use the contact form. Dates are usually within 48 hours on working days.
Send me a message
The request form is the easiest way. Write what you need. Photos can follow by e-mail or WhatsApp. I reply with a price estimate and a free date.