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Calgary Handyman · Family-Run & Locally Owned

Built on Grit.
Driven by Integrity.

Home repairs, maintenance and improvements for homeowners, realtors, landlords and seniors across Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, Okotoks and area. Quality workmanship, honest communication and a team that answers the phone.

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★★★★★ 5.0 average rating (4 reviews)
Family-run & locally owned
Quality workmanship
Free estimates

Availability: Last-minute openings sometimes come up. Call or text to ask about this week.

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★★★★★ 5.0 average rating

Based on 4 reviews

Erin Munro Clark Home updates
★★★★★
We connected with Jesse through his wife, who was our realtor for our move into Calgary. What luck! We wanted to do some updates in our new home, and Jesse was indispensable. He has gone above and beyond: - Installing new lights throughout our home, including some pot lights that add incredible ambience - Spraying our kitchen cabinets white from a dark brown. A stunning difference! - Recommending, purchasing and installing a new TV for our basement - Installing an electric fireplace - Adding fan timers to our bathrooms And the list goes on! He is incredibly professional, with extremely high standards. We highly recommend Jesse!
Toni Zihove Realtor referral
★★★★★
As a real estate agent, I am very happy with the services my clients received. We needed a very last-minute quote for a large list of items prior to purchasing a foreclosure. They were able to meet my clients at the property with very short notice and the turnaround time for the quote was extremely fast and all prices and jobs offered were priced really well. The service was 10/10. Definitely going to be referring this company to clients who need any renovations or handyman jobs!! Five star all the way :)
Andy Armstrong Home inspector referral
★★★★★
I refer Jesse to all my (Home Inspection) clients. I always hear positive feedback. As a prior handyman myself I appreciate someone who knows what they are doing and provides exceptional customer service. Thanks for taking care of my clients!!
Anh Thu Dao Pre-listing repairs
★★★★★
We hired Jesse to prepare our house for sale. He is amazing! He did his job very well, completing the entire list and even more. Patching holes in walls, fixing plumbing issues, bathroom repairs and painting. Even recommending a colour to cover the yellow walls. He went above and beyond. We enjoyed having Jesse working with us. Jesse worked tirelessly to ensure all was completed, done well and on time. We couldn't be happier with the final results. Our house looks amazing! We highly recommend Jesse and will be using his services for our future projects. Thank you for your great work, Jesse.

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What we do

From small fixes to small renovations. If it is not listed, we probably do it.

General Handyman & Household Repairs

The to-do list that never gets shorter: fixes, installs and odds and ends around the house, done properly.

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Drywall, Painting, Trim, Baseboards & Doors

Smooth walls, crisp lines and finishing details that make a room feel new.

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Kitchen & Bathroom Repairs & Upgrades

Fix what is tired or leaking and freshen what is dated, without a full gut renovation.

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Decks, Fences, Gates, Stairs & Railings

Safe, solid outdoor structures that stand up to Calgary weather.

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Exterior Repairs, Siding, Soffits & Wood Rot

Keep water, pests and wind out of your home before small damage becomes expensive damage.

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Landscaping, Drainage, Gravel & Excavation

Get water away from your foundation and your yard working the way it should.

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Seasonal Home Maintenance

Stay ahead of Calgary weather with checks and fixes timed to the season.

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Pre-Listing & Home Inspection Repairs

Get a home market-ready, or clear the deficiencies from an inspection report, without holding up the deal.

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Rental Property Maintenance & Turnover

Fast, dependable turnarounds for landlords and property managers so units are not sitting empty.

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Junk Removal & Dump Runs

Clear it out and haul it away, on its own or as part of a repair or clean-up job.

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Small & Medium Renovations & Home Improvements

Projects bigger than a repair, smaller than a full contractor job.

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Don't see your project?

We probably do it. And if we don't, we know someone who can. Tell us what you need.

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For realtors, landlords & property managers

Get the listing market-ready, fast

Deadlines don't wait. We turn around pre-listing repairs, inspection deficiencies and move-in fixes quickly, so deals close and your clients stay happy.

How we help realtors
  • Pre-listing repairs, paint & touch-ups
  • Inspection deficiencies, handled fast
  • Move-in repairs before possession
  • Rental turnovers for landlords & property managers

Seasonal services

Fall is the time to get ahead of winter

Gutters and downspouts, drainage and grading, caulking and sealing, fence and deck repairs, weather-stripping and exterior wood rot. Fix it now, before the snow does it for you.

Featured projects

Before & after

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Before-and-after photos of our recent projects are on the way. Check back soon, or get in touch to talk about your project.

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How it works

Requesting service is simple

  1. 1

    Tell us about the job

    Use the booking form, call or text. Photos help, and we can often quote without a visit.

  2. 2

    Get a free estimate

    You'll know what to expect before any work starts. No pressure and no obligation.

  3. 3

    We get it done

    Tidy, careful work on the day we agreed. If anything isn't right, we make it right.

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Family-run · Locally owned

Talk to the owners. Every time.

True Grit is run by Jesse and Jenny Gilliland. Jesse brings the hands-on expertise and Jenny keeps everything organized, so every client gets quality workmanship, clear communication and dependable service from the first call to the final invoice. When you call, you'll reach one of us.

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Service area

Calgary & surrounding communities

We work throughout Calgary and the surrounding communities, including Airdrie, Cochrane, Chestermere, Okotoks, Strathmore, Langdon, High River and Black Diamond. Don't see your community? Just ask.

Northwest CalgaryNortheast CalgarySouthwest CalgarySoutheast CalgaryDowntown & Inner City AirdrieCochraneChestermereOkotoksStrathmoreLangdonHigh RiverBlack Diamond
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FAQ

Common questions

What if my project isn't on your list?

Then we probably still do it. The list is a starting point, not a limit. If it's outside what we do, we'll tell you straight and point you to someone we trust.

Who will I be dealing with?

You'll talk directly with the owners, Jesse or Jenny, and we answer the phone. Jesse brings the hands-on expertise and Jenny manages scheduling, communication and the paperwork. We're a family business and our name is on every job.

Is my booking confirmed when I submit the form?

Not yet. The form is a request. We review every one personally, then contact you to confirm the details and the time. You'll get an automatic email right away so you know we have it.

Do you work with realtors, landlords and property managers?

Yes, and it is a big part of what we do: pre-listing repairs, inspection deficiencies, move-in repairs and rental turnovers. See our Realtor page.

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Ready to get it done?

Tell us about your project and get a free estimate. Photos help, and we can often quote without a visit.