Emergency Handyman Byron Bay

Urgent repairs when you're stuck - Byron Bay & surrounding areas. Available same day when possible for doors, locks, water damage & storm repairs.

Call or Text: 0481 457271

Emergency Service Across Northern Rivers

I do my best to help with urgent repairs when you're stuck. Based in Byron Bay, I cover the Northern Rivers region when available.

Estimated travel times from Byron Bay (traffic and weather dependent):

Byron Bay

20-30 mins

From Lighthouse to Arts & Industry Estate - priority area

Ballina

35-45 mins

From Big Prawn to Ballina Fair

Lismore

45-60 mins

From The Square to Southern Cross Uni

Tweed Heads

45-60 mins

Point Danger to Twin Towns

Mullumbimby

30-40 mins

Main Street to Brunswick Valley

Bangalow

25-35 mins

Byron Street to hinterland estates

Ocean Shores

15-25 mins

Beachside properties & canal estates

Lennox Head

20-30 mins

Seven Mile Beach to village center

Common Emergency Repairs I Handle

Real emergencies happen at the worst times. Here's what I actually fix at 2am, on weekends, and during storms:

Emergency Door Repairs

Won't lock, won't close, security compromised. Last week: I fixed a Byron Bay front door completely jammed at 11pm - guest arriving next morning.

Typical fix: 45 minutes

Bathroom Emergencies

Blocked drains, loose fittings, cabinet repairs. Recent: I fixed a wobbly Ballina vanity that was coming off the wall - secured in 30 minutes.

Typical fix: 30-60 minutes

Fence & Security

Pool compliance, storm damage, break-ins. This month: I fixed a Lismore pool fence that collapsed, council inspection Monday - I got it done Sunday night.

Typical fix: 1-2 hours

Deck Safety Issues

Collapsed boards, broken railings, safety hazards. Yesterday: I secured a Mullumbimby deck board that gave way under a guest - fixed same day.

Typical fix: 2-3 hours

Airbnb Crisis Response

Guest arriving, something's broken, need it fixed NOW. Friday: I fixed a Byron Bay Airbnb shower not working, guest in 3 hours - I had it done in 45 minutes.

Priority response

Storm Damage

Tarping, securing, preventing further damage. Last storm: I secured Bangalow roof damage at 1am - tarped within 2 hours, permanent fix next day.

Immediate securing

Being Honest About Limitations

I'm a handyman, not a superhero. Here's what I can't help with:

Plumbing (I'm not licensed - you'll need a plumber for water pipe work)
Electrical work (safety first - call a sparkie) - see our general services for what I can help with
Major structural repairs
Gas appliances
Guaranteed middle-of-the-night response (I'll help when I can, but I'm one person)

Last Week's Emergency Call

"Tuesday evening - Sarah from Byron Bay Arts & Industry Estate called me. Her Airbnb guests had somehow broken the front door handle completely - door wouldn't close properly, guests couldn't secure the property. New guests arriving next morning. I came out that evening with replacement hardware. Door functioning properly before the new guests arrived. Problem solved, everyone happy."

Total response time: 45 minutes | Problem solved: Yes | Follow-up needed: None

Emergency Pricing - Let's Be Fair

Emergency calls cost more because they disrupt scheduled work and often happen at inconvenient times. I try to keep it reasonable:

Regular hours (7am-5pm weekdays)	$90/hour
After hours & weekends	$120/hour
Late night (if available)	$150/hour

Minimum 2 hours. I'll always discuss costs before starting work.

Emergency Service - How It Really Works

I'm Dan from Good Hands Handyman. I'm building my business here in Northern Rivers, and emergency calls are part of how I help the community.

What you can expect:

I'll return your call as soon as I can
If I can help, I'll give you a realistic timeframe
If I can't help, I'll try to suggest someone who can
No false promises about availability

Please understand: I'm a one-person business. While I do my best to help with emergencies, I can't guarantee 24/7 availability. Sometimes I'm on another job, sometimes it's 3am and I'm asleep. But when I can help, I will.

Emergency Handyman FAQ

How quickly can you respond to emergency repairs in Byron Bay?

From Byron Bay, I typically respond within 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic and my current location. I'm honest about timing - if I'm already on another job, I'll let you know realistic expectations.

What areas do you cover for emergency repairs?

I cover all of Northern Rivers including Byron Bay, Ballina, Lismore, Tweed Heads, Mullumbimby, and Bangalow. Response times vary from 20 minutes (Byron Bay) to 60 minutes (outer areas).

Do you really answer emergency calls 24/7?

I'm honest about this - I'll do my best to help when I can, but I'm one person. Sometimes I'm asleep at 3am, sometimes I'm on another job. I'll always get back to you as soon as possible though.

What emergency repairs can't you do?

I can't do licensed plumbing or electrical work - safety first. I also don't handle major structural repairs or gas appliances. I'll always be honest about what I can and can't help with.

Need Urgent Help?

Give me a call or send a text. If it's something I can help with and I'm available, we'll work out a solution.

Call or Text Dan: 0481 457271

If I don't answer immediately, leave a message with your location and the problem. I'll get back to you as soon as I can.