The combination of older housing and active rental activity in West Valley City creates steady, predictable demand for skilled handyman work. Decks and patios from the 1970s and 80s are showing their age; original bathroom tile and fixtures are due for an update; and landlords managing single-family rentals across the Granger, Chesterfield, and Hunter neighborhoods need a reliable partner who can turn units quickly and keep properties in top condition.
Common Projects We Handle in West Valley City
Deck Builds and Repairs on Aging Structures
Many West Valley City decks were built in the 1970s and 80s with pressure-treated lumber that has long since reached the end of its lifespan. Rotting boards, unstable ledger connections, and deteriorating posts are common problems we find on first visits. We rebuilt a failing deck in the Hunter area last year — the original structure had spongy boards, a ledger pulling away from the house, and railing posts that were barely anchored. We replaced everything: new composite decking over a rebuilt pressure-treated frame, powder-coated aluminum balusters, and a new ledger connection properly flashed to the house. It's built to last another 30 years. For homes without existing outdoor structures, we also design and build new decks suited to the lot sizes common in this part of the valley.
Bathroom Updates in Older Homes
Original 1970s and 80s bathrooms — dated tile, cramped vanities, and fixtures that predate modern water-efficiency standards — are a staple of the West Valley City housing stock and a consistent part of our workload. We handle full bathroom remodels as well as targeted updates: vanity replacements, new tile surrounds, shower conversions, and fixture swaps. We completed a full gut remodel in the Granger neighborhood earlier this year: original avocado tile and a cast-iron tub came out, and a new curbless shower in 12x24 tile with a 42-inch single-vanity and LVP flooring went in. In a rental property, that kind of update reduces maintenance calls substantially and justifies a rent increase. In an owner-occupied home, it simply makes the house more livable.
General Repairs and Property Maintenance
For landlords and homeowners alike, small problems that go unaddressed become expensive ones. We provide general repair services — door adjustments, drywall patches, trim work, caulking and weatherproofing, fixture replacements, and more — on a project or recurring basis. Property maintenance packages are available for owners who want a single point of contact to keep their West Valley City rentals in rent-ready condition year-round. Several of our most consistent clients are West Valley City landlords who use us as their first call for everything.
Our Services
- Bathroom Remodels — Full renovations and targeted updates, tile, vanities, and fixture work
- Deck Builds & Repair — New deck construction and structural repairs on aging decks
- Doors & Trim — Interior and exterior door installation, trim carpentry, and finish work
- General Repairs — Drywall, caulking, weatherproofing, hardware, and everyday fixes
- Property Maintenance — Ongoing upkeep packages for rental and investment properties
- Custom Carpentry — Built-ins, shelving, and finish carpentry tailored to your space
Serving West Valley City's Neighborhoods
We work throughout West Valley City including Hunter, Granger, Chesterfield, and the neighborhoods near Valley Fair Mall, 3500 South, and Bangerter Highway. MK HomePro charges approximately $65/hr for labor with all materials itemized separately — no surprise markups, written scope before work begins.
Whether you own a home in the Hunter or Granger area, manage a portfolio of rentals near Valley Fair Mall, or are preparing a property for sale, MK HomePro is ready to help. We serve West Valley City as part of our broader Salt Lake Valley coverage — same crew, same 5★ standards, no extra trip fees.