Well-kept 1960s and 1970s single-story tracts and two-story homes near the Forest Lawn side, with a lot of original interiors ready for an update.
ZIP codes
90630
Yelp
4.9 stars · 49 reviews · 5 from Cypress
Estimates
Free, in writing
Yes, I serve Cypress. I'm Raul Ibarra, a family-owned handyman based in Buena Park since 2011, and Cypress is about 10 minutes from my house. Text me a photo of the job and I'll tell you what it needs and what it costs.
Cypress is right next door and I've got more reviews from Cypress than almost anywhere. One customer there wrote that working with me 'felt like I was working with a long friend.' Another had two bedroom walls that didn't reach the ceiling; I closed them up, cleaned up, and she wrote about it.
The homes are mostly 1960s and 1970s tracts that were built well and are now due for floors, paint and trim. Vinyl plank over the old carpet, a repaint, new baseboard and a couple of doors transforms these houses without a full remodel.
Most common jobs here: drywall and wall repairs, mailbox and post installs, vinyl plank flooring, interior paint, small-job punch lists.
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Flooring installation in Cypress
Most Cypress homes I see still have carpet over the original floor. I pull it, prep the subfloor, lay vinyl plank or laminate, and finish with new baseboard so the room is done in one job.
Cypress's older homes usually need prep before paint: patching, sanding, caulking, sometimes wallpaper or popcorn removal. I do all of it, then two coats with lines cut by hand. Exteriors get washed, patched and primed before color.
Holes, cracks and water damage in Cypress homes get patched, textured to match what's there, and painted so you can't find the repair. Popcorn ceilings scraped and retextured. Stucco patched outside.
Original Cypress bathrooms from that era are small and tired. New tile floor, vanity, mirror, light, wainscot or paint, and fresh baseboard, usually in a few days, without gutting it to the studs.
Openings in older Cypress homes are rarely square. I shim and fit new interior doors, bifolds and French doors so they close right, replace casing and baseboard, and fix the doors that stick.
Keyless locks, mailboxes, TV mounts, shelving, smoke detectors, holiday lights, furniture assembly. Send me the list for your Cypress home and I'll quote the whole thing for one visit.
Cypress · May 2026Drywall patch and repaint after a water leak
My property had a water leak issue, and after the plumber fixed it, I needed someone to patch the drywall and repaint the area. I found Raul through Yelp.
From the very beginning, Raul was extremely responsive. After I contacted him, he quickly arranged a time to come by, inspect the damage, and…
Kelly L.
Raul repliedThank you very much Kelly. It was very nice helping you out in this project. And I really appreciate you taking your time to do this. I really appreciate it And hope to help you out again in the future.
Cypress · Aug 2024Mailboxes and post installed
Raul did an excellent job to install our mailboxes/ post. We really appreciate that he accepted the job right away even for a short notice. We're glad we found him, efficient & friendly thanks a lot for a job well done Raul!
Jackie D.
Raul repliedThank you as well Jackie. Let me know when you ready for next project. I will be more than happy to help you.
Cypress · Jul 2024Bedroom walls closed up to the ceiling
I had 2 bedroom walls that were not closed all the way up to the ceiling. Raul responded within minutes and came next day to check what was needed and gave me a quote right away. He was reasonable with his pricing. Raul and his uncle were organized. They also cleaned after work was done. I would…
Reese C.
Raul repliedThank you. It was great working with you. When ever you need my help again. I'll be more than happy to help you again.
Cypress · Sep 2022Small job
Raul listened carefully to what the job was going to be & even though it was a small one he completed it with great care & to my satisfaction.
Vivian B.
Raul repliedThank you very much Vivian. Any time I'll be more than glad to help
Cypress · Dec 2019
Raul is amazing. Just like the other reviews, he showed up on time, does what he says he will do and you just have a good feeling about. It was my first experience but it felt like I was working with a long friend. Thank you Raul. This industry needs more like you.
Many times. Several of my five-star reviews are from Cypress homeowners, including drywall, mailbox, and small-project jobs.
Can you handle a list of small things?
That's most of what I do in Cypress. Text me the list and photos and I'll quote the whole thing at once.
Do you do drywall and wall repairs in Cypress?
Yes. Drywall and wall repairs is one of the most common jobs I take in Cypress. Text me a photo and I'll give you a written number.
How much does a handyman cost in Cypress?
It depends on the job, so I don't quote blind. I come look (free), give you one written number that covers labor, materials and cleanup, and that's the price you pay unless the scope changes. Several reviews mention I came in best of three bids.
How do I get a quote in Cypress?
Text a photo of the job to (714) 610-5062 with your city. I'll reply with a ballpark or set a time to come look, then give you one number in writing.
Got a job in Cypress?
Text me a photo. I'll tell you what it needs and what it costs.