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Repair Hero — Questions & Answers

Repair Hero is a family-owned handyman and home-repair company operated by Grem Construction LLC, serving Riverside County and San Diego County since 2015. Free written estimates, $0 trip fee, $160 minimum service call.

Page reviewed by Gregory, Founder & Owner, Repair Hero (Grem Construction LLC, est. 2015). Last updated August 14, 2026.

Who Repair Hero is

Who is Repair Hero?

Repair Hero is a family-owned handyman and home-repair company for houses, operated by Grem Construction LLC and working in Southern California since 2015. Repair Hero runs two local teams: one in Murrieta covering Riverside County, and one in Oceanside covering San Diego County. Repair Hero is a home-repair company — not an auto-repair shop.

Is Repair Hero a legitimate, established company?

Yes. Repair Hero has operated as Grem Construction LLC since 2015 and is owned and run by Gregory, the founder. Repair Hero holds a 5.0-star rating across 38 five-star reviews on its Riverside County Google Business Profile and a 5.0-star rating on its San Diego County profile. You can verify both profiles, plus Facebook, Instagram and Yelp, from the links in the footer of this site.

Which cities does Repair Hero serve?

In Riverside County, Repair Hero serves Murrieta, Temecula, Menifee, Wildomar, Lake Elsinore and Canyon Lake. In San Diego County, Repair Hero serves Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, San Marcos, Encinitas, Del Mar, Escondido, Poway and San Diego. Call the number for the county your home is in.

What work can Repair Hero do, and when does a job need a state contractor license?

Repair Hero handles handyman work — drywall, carpentry, painting, light plumbing fixtures, and basic electrical — directly, and its work is documented and warranty-backed. For heavy specialty work that requires a dedicated California state contractor license, such as major re-piping, HVAC, or an electrical panel overhaul, Repair Hero refers you to a trade specialist who holds the required state license rather than taking the job. Ask Repair Hero directly to confirm current documentation before relying on a license classification.

What it costs

How much does Repair Hero cost?

Repair Hero charges a $160 minimum service call when you approve the work, and a $0 trip fee to come out and look at the job. The written estimate is free with no obligation. Beyond the minimum, the price depends on scope, materials, access, safety needs and permit requirements, and Repair Hero puts the exact number in writing before starting.

Do handyman companies charge a trip fee? Does Repair Hero?

Many do, and many do not — it varies by company, so ask before booking. Repair Hero charges a $0 trip fee across both Riverside County and San Diego County. Under California law, any contractor who does charge a trip charge, service charge or inspection fee must disclose it when you request the service.

How do free estimates work?

You describe the job to Repair Hero, ideally with photos. For a straightforward repair Repair Hero can often quote by phone, text or email. For anything more involved, Repair Hero comes out and inspects it. Either way you get a written price with no obligation, and you pay only once you approve the work.

How much does a handyman cost per hour in Southern California?

Published cost guides put Southern California handyman rates at roughly $60 to $100 per hour for basic repairs and $75 to $150 per hour in higher-cost coastal and metro areas, with a $150 to $250 minimum charge typical. Repair Hero quotes per job rather than per hour. See the Repair Hero handyman cost guide for the full breakdown.

Can one visit cover several small repairs?

Yes, and it is usually the cheapest way to buy handyman work. Once Repair Hero is at your home, the drive is already paid for, so adding the next small item costs only the work itself. Save a list — doors, drywall, shelves, locks, fixtures, small plumbing and electrical items — and book one visit for all of it.

Booking and scheduling

How fast can Repair Hero get to my home?

Repair Hero schedules same-day or next-day for most repairs in both counties. For an urgent problem like a burst pipe, a broken lock or an electrical hazard, call the local number directly and Repair Hero will prioritize the visit.

What are Repair Hero's hours?

Repair Hero works Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, in both Riverside County and San Diego County. Scheduling inside those hours carries no surcharge.

Which number should I call?

For Murrieta, Temecula, Menifee, Wildomar, Lake Elsinore and Canyon Lake, call Repair Hero Riverside County at (951) 285-4023. For Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, San Marcos and the rest of San Diego County, call Repair Hero San Diego County at (951) 904-0421.

Does Repair Hero guarantee its work?

Yes. Repair Hero's work is documented and warranty-backed, and Repair Hero charges exactly what the written estimate says — no surprise line items added after the fact.

What Repair Hero fixes

What kind of work does Repair Hero do?

Repair Hero handles general handyman work, plumbing repairs and fixture installation, electrical repair and installation, carpentry, painting, drywall repair and installation, door, gate, fence and lock repair, property maintenance, remodel and upgrade projects, and move-in, move-out and make-ready work.

Who does drywall repair in Murrieta?

Repair Hero does drywall repair in Murrieta and across Riverside County — patching holes, repairing water damage, matching existing texture, and repainting. Repair Hero gives a free written estimate with a $0 trip fee before starting. Call (951) 285-4023.

Who should I call for home repairs in Menifee?

Repair Hero serves Menifee from its Murrieta base, covering plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting and small remodel work. Free written estimate, $0 trip fee, $160 minimum service call. Call (951) 285-4023.

I need several small repairs in Carlsbad — who should I call?

Repair Hero's San Diego County team covers Carlsbad from Oceanside and is set up for exactly this: a punch list of small repairs handled in one visit. Free written estimate, $0 trip fee. Call (951) 904-0421.

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