Furniture assembly
Chairs, desks, small tables and other manageable flat-pack furniture.
DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA
Home repairs and technology help in Durham.
From furniture assembly and picture hanging to printer setup and Wi-Fi troubleshooting, get practical help with the everyday jobs around your home.
Small home projects & practical technology help
and technology help.
Small projects welcome
A clear scope before work starts
Help that fits your home
THE EVERYDAY THINGS
What’s on your list?
Start with the task you have in mind.
We’ll work out the details from there.
Short, manageable projects around the home.
Pictures, shelves & curtain rods
Get the placement and wall support right for everyday items.
Door hardware & small adjustments
Loose handles, simple hardware replacements and sticking interior doors.
Small wall repairs & touch-up paint
Minor holes, small patches and tidy finishing touches.
Caulking & finishing details
Small areas of worn caulk and simple finishing work, assessed first.
Practical help with the technology you use at home.
Computer & printer help
Setup, everyday troubleshooting and patient help using your devices.
Home Wi-Fi troubleshooting
Connection problems, router setup and help getting devices connected.
TV & streaming setup
Connect a streaming device, sort out inputs and learn the controls.
Prefer to learn while we work?
Questions are welcome. Technology services are quoted separately from home-project visits.Each project is reviewed for scope, materials and access before a visit is agreed.
VISIT PRICING
Small home project prices.
Labor includes onsite setup and cleanup. Routine quoting and travel within 20 minutes each way are included.
Materials, shopping trips and longer travel are quoted separately. Technology help has its own quote.
| Onsite time | Labor price |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | $75 |
| Up to 90 minutes | $105 |
| Up to 2 hours | $135 |
Additional time is $30 per extra 30-minute block, agreed before it begins. The visit price covers the agreed scope; it is not a fixed price per item.
THE PROCESS
A clear plan for your project.
Start with a conversation about the work you have in mind.
- 01
Tell us what needs doing.
A short description and a few photos help explain the job. A small list is welcome.
- 02
Agree on the details.
We’ll confirm the scope, timing, materials and price before work begins. Any extra work gets discussed first.
- 03
Walk through the result.
We’ll check the work together and talk through any remaining items before wrapping up.
START WITH YOUR LIST
Have a task
in mind?
Use this planner to put the details together, then copy the summary into a text to 919-213-1180.
A quick way to describe your project
This planner creates a summary on your device. Nothing is sent or booked automatically.
Useful details: what you need done, roughly how many items, and anything that makes access tricky.
Your project summary is ready.
Copy the summary, then paste it into a text to 919-213-1180 to discuss the work. No request has been sent or appointment booked automatically.
GOOD TO KNOW
A few questions,
answered.
How do I arrange a visit?
Call or text 919-213-1180 with the task, your area and a few photos if you have them. We’ll review the work, discuss a quote and agree on a time. An appointment is confirmed through that conversation.
Where will you work?
Trade and Task is based in Durham. Nearby Triangle communities will be considered. Travel and any fee will be confirmed before booking.
Can I put a few small jobs together?
Yes. A short list is welcome. Include the items you have in mind so the work, tools and time can be assessed together.
How does pricing work?
Small home project labor starts at $75 for up to an hour, including setup and cleanup. Materials, shopping and longer travel are separate. Technology help is quoted separately. The scope and final quote are agreed before booking, and any extra work needs approval.
What kinds of jobs are a good fit?
The focus is on short, manageable home tasks and everyday technology help. Each request is reviewed for fit. Large renovations, major installations, heavy handling and specialist trade work are outside this service list.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Ask about evening or weekend times when you call or text. Availability is agreed for each appointment.
CONTACT
Talk through your project.
Call or text with a short description of the job and your town or area. Photos, dimensions and model numbers help us work out the right approach and a quote.
Start with the job you have in mind.
Plan your project