Service Area · Yuba County
Handyman & Licensed Contractor in Marysville, CA
Marysville has some of the oldest houses in the Yuba-Sutter area, and old houses keep a repair list going: rotted trim, doors that stick every winter, tired bathrooms and leaks that got patched instead of fixed. Dependable Handyman Services crosses the Feather River from our Butte House Road shop to handle repairs, remodels and rental work in Marysville, as a licensed and bonded California contractor (CSLB #1065708).
- Licensed & bonded · CSLB #1065708
- 1-year workmanship warranty
- Permits pulled when required
- Open 7 days · 9am–5pm
Our Most-Requested Services in Marysville
Every DHS service is available in Marysville. These are the jobs Marysville homeowners and property owners call about most.
Dry Rot Repair
Rotted window sills, fascia, porch posts and siding on older Marysville homes, cut out and rebuilt with the cause fixed so it doesn't come back.
See Dry Rot RepairDoor & Window Repair
Sticking wood doors, failed weatherstripping, broken hardware and worn window parts, common in houses that have settled for decades.
See Door & Window RepairWater Damage & Structural Repair
Soft subfloors, stained ceilings and rotted framing rebuilt after the leak is found and fixed, not just painted over.
See Water Damage & Structural RepairBathroom Remodeling
Dated or damaged bathrooms rebuilt, including the hidden water damage that older tubs and shower pans tend to leave behind.
See Bathroom RemodelingRental Property Maintenance
Repair lists and make-ready turnovers for landlords and property managers with units in Marysville.
See Rental Property MaintenanceGutter Cleaning
Gutters, roof valleys and downspouts cleared before winter, so storm water stays off the fascia and away from the foundation.
See Gutter CleaningWhat We See in Marysville Homes
Marysville was named in 1850 and incorporated in 1851, and the city grew up inside its levees, between the Feather River to the west and the Yuba River to the south and east. Because those levees limit how far the city can spread, much of Marysville's housing is older than what you'll find in newer parts of the region. Around downtown and Ellis Lake, it's common to find older wood-framed houses with decades of past repairs layered on top of each other.
That age shows up in the same places again and again: dry rot at window sills, door thresholds and porch posts; subfloors softened by old toilet and tub leaks; doors that bind as the house moves; and earlier patch jobs that hid a problem instead of fixing it. Our approach is to open it up, show you what's actually there, and quote the real repair before going further.
Permits in Marysville
Inside city limits, building permits go through the City of Marysville's Community & Economic Development department at 526 C Street. Remodels, structural repairs, and most electrical and plumbing changes need one. Simple like-for-like repairs usually don't. We tell you up front which category your job falls into, and when a permit is needed, we pull it and schedule the inspections. DHS has pulled permits with both city and county building departments.
Where We Work Around Marysville
- Yuba City
- Marysville
- Linda
- Olivehurst
- Plumas Lake
- Live Oak
- Sutter
- Gridley
- Natomas
- Sacramento
- Roseville
- Chico
We take jobs across Marysville, from the older blocks near downtown and Ellis Lake to the neighborhoods farther from the river, and in the communities just south: Linda, Olivehurst and Plumas Lake. Our shop is at 2035 Butte House Rd in Yuba City, just across the Feather River.
Marysville FAQ
Do I need a permit for home repairs in Marysville?
It depends on the job. Remodels, structural repairs, and most electrical and plumbing changes inside city limits need a permit from the City of Marysville. Simple like-for-like repairs usually don't. We'll tell you which applies and pull the permit when one is required.
Do you work on older and historic homes in Marysville?
Yes. Most of what we see in Marysville is older housing: dry rot, sticking doors and windows, worn-out fixtures and old water damage. We repair what's there and show you anything hidden before we go further.
Can you handle a repair list for a Marysville rental?
Yes. Send the list and the address. We price the whole list up front and can send completion photos if you manage the property from out of town.
Are you licensed to work in Marysville?
Yes. DHS is a California licensed and bonded contractor, CSLB #1065708, with A and B classifications. Contractor licenses are statewide, and we work under the City of Marysville's permit and inspection process.
How do I get an estimate in Marysville?
Call (530) 216-7335 or send photos and a short description through the estimate form. Bigger jobs get a site visit before the written estimate.
Need Work Done in Marysville? Get an Estimate.
Call (530) 216-7335 or send photos through the estimate form.