📍 Bromley · South East London · Handyman
Small jobs done properly. Fair prices. No upselling. Bromley BR2.
I cycle to every job (no parking delays), use low-VOC paints, give free energy advice, and charge honestly. One person, fully accountable.
I cycle to every job (no parking delays), use low-VOC paints, give free energy advice, and charge honestly. One person, fully accountable.
Services
Decorating, repairs, shelves and fixings, and the odd garden tidy‑up – done carefully, with no job too small. I'll tell you honestly what's needed before I start.
Interior painting, ceilings, woodwork, skirting, bannisters and staircases. I fill, sand and caulk before any paint goes on. Low-VOC paints as standard.
Small wall repairs and patching, sticking doors, re-grouting, tiling and splashbacks, silicone sealant, loose patio slabs. Fixed before they turn into bigger jobs.
Shelves, blinds, curtain poles, TV mounts and flat-pack assembly. Fixed properly into brick or plasterboard, level and solid – the bit most people would rather not do themselves.
Seasonal tidy‑ups and clearing overgrowth. Chemical‑free – no pesticides or herbicides.
The difference
I focus on the small‑to‑medium jobs that bigger trades often ignore – painting a single room, fixing a sticky door, assembling flat‑pack furniture, tidying a garden. I'll turn up when I say I will, do the job carefully, and clean up afterwards.
You won't get a subcontractor or a rushed job. Just me, doing the work properly, and making sure you're happy before I leave.
If I'm delayed, I'll tell you. No disappearing acts.
I'll tell you if something doesn't need doing, or if a repair is urgent. No upselling.
Dust sheets, cleaning as I go, full tidy‑up at the end. You'll only know I've been by the work that's done.
Energy advice
A qualified Energy Adviser is trained to assess how a home actually performs — where heat escapes, where ventilation fails, where moisture builds up and why energy bills stay high.
Most tradespeople fix what's visible. An Energy Adviser looks at the whole picture — identifying causes, not just symptoms.
I offer a free home energy check with every job. No products to sell, no agenda. Just practical, honest advice on what's worth addressing and what isn't.
Identifying where heat escapes — loft, walls, doors and windows — and what simple fixes make the biggest difference.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and poor air quality. An energy check identifies problems before they become expensive.
Loft top-ups, pipe insulation, draught-proofing doors, windows and floorboards — carried out properly.
Not everything needs doing at once. I'll tell you what makes a real difference and what can wait — so you spend wisely.
About
I started Charlie Smartly in June 2026 because I wanted to run something of my own – a small independent business serving the streets around me, doing good work at prices households can actually afford.
Before this I spent nearly ten years as an audio technician, trained as an electrician's mate, and ran a language school abroad. Later I qualified as an Energy Adviser. The work suits me because no two jobs are the same – some days I'm using skills I've had for years, others I'm learning something new. I'll always tell you honestly which one you're getting.
I arrive by bicycle and cargo trailer. No van means no fuel, no parking charges and no time lost circling for a space – and none of that lands on your bill. It means I work harder to get to you and plan each job carefully, but the saving is yours whatever you make of the environmental side.
I'd like this to work well enough that other people copy it. If you're a tradesperson thinking about doing the same, ask me – I'll tell you everything I've learned.
One person, no subcontractors, nobody to pass the blame to. My name is on it.
I work without a van. Every job is reached by bicycle and cargo trailer, so getting to you produces no vehicle emissions – and no fuel or parking costs land on your bill.
Low‑VOC paints are standard. No pesticides or herbicides are used in gardens. As a qualified Energy Adviser, I'll tell you where your home is losing heat while I'm there, at no charge.
I avoid disposable plastic where the trade allows, which is less often than it should be. A good deal of what I buy arrives wrapped for no good reason. I haven't solved that one and won't claim otherwise.
That is the whole of it – one person, a bicycle, and a set of habits I can account for.
Testimonials
Pricing
No hidden charges. No obligation after the first visit. You know what you're paying before any work begins.
Visit and first hour covered by the flat fee. Additional time at £20/hr — you'll be told upfront if it's likely to run over.
Free visit and assessment, then a clear written quote. Fixed price — no unexpected additions, no obligation to proceed.
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Get in touch
Call, WhatsApp or email — I'll get back to you the same day where possible. No pressure, just a straight conversation about what your home needs.
FAQs
No – visits and quotes are always free, with no obligation.
Based in Bromley BR2, covering within 5 miles: Beckenham, West Wickham, Hayes, Chislehurst, Petts Wood, Orpington.
Yes, as standard. I prioritise healthier materials for your home.
For small fixed‑price jobs, I honour the price even if it takes longer. For larger projects, I give a fixed price based on current material costs. If those costs rise before I buy materials, I'll tell you and we'll agree any adjustment – no surprise charges.
We agree the finish or repair standard upfront – whether it's painting, a repair, putting up shelves or assembling furniture. If something isn't right, just tell me and I'll put it right. No arguing, no extra charge.
I'll come back and fix it. My reputation matters.
Yes – I carry £2 million Public Liability Insurance for your peace of mind. All work is covered, and you can request proof of insurance before I start.