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Handyman vs. Licensed Contractor in Michigan — Which Do You Need?

By BirdsEyeView Group LLC · Metro Detroit Construction Experts

One of the most common questions Metro Detroit homeowners ask is: "Do I need a handyman or a licensed contractor for this job?" The answer depends on what you need done — and getting it wrong can cost you money, create safety issues, or cause problems when you sell your home.

When a Handyman Is Fine

For smaller, straightforward repairs that don't require permits or specialized licensing, a skilled handyman is often the right call:

• Drywall patching and painting
• Door and window adjustments
• Fixture replacements (faucets, toilets, light fixtures)
• Minor carpentry and trim work
• Deck repairs and painting
• General home maintenance tasks

When You Need a Licensed Contractor

Michigan law requires a licensed contractor for work that involves structural changes, significant electrical or plumbing work, or projects requiring permits:

• Full kitchen or bathroom renovations
• Structural repairs or modifications
• Electrical panel work or new circuit installation
• Plumbing rough-in or re-routing
• Any project requiring a building permit in Warren, Eastpointe, or Detroit
• Lead abatement or RRP-covered renovation work
• Roofing replacement

BirdsEyeView Group LLC Does Both

BirdsEyeView Group LLC handles everything from small handyman repairs to full licensed renovation projects — all under one roof, all insured, all EPA RRP certified. You don't need two contractors. Call (586) 441-2943 and we'll tell you exactly what your project needs.

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