Has anyone tried ServiceGenie or other handyman services? Any recommendations?

i used service genie once for a leaky faucet in my condo near thong lo. they showed up on time but the guy seemed rushed and didnt fully fix it lol. honestly i prefer asking around the local hardware store on sukhumvit 38, the staff there usually know a few reliable guys who work in the area for way less

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yeah i used them for an electrical issue in my place near ekkamai. they charged 800 baht just for the callout fee which felt steep for a 15 min job. honestly ive had better luck with the FixFaz app, theyre a bit newer but the guys ive gotten through there actually spoke decent english and showed up with proper tools. service genie feels like theyre trying to be the grab of handymen but the quality control isnt there yet.

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ServiceGenie and FixFaz mostly cater to the expat crowd, so their prices reflect that, typically ranging from 500 to 2000 baht per job. For smaller tasks like tightening loose screws or changing light bulbs, it's often cheaper to head to the Chatuchak Weekend Market, where you can find vendors selling handyman services for as low as 200 baht. Some of these vendors are quite skilled, and they're used to dealing with locals, so you'll likely get a more authentic experience, and possibly better value for your money, particularly if you're willing to venture outside the typical expat areas like Sukhumvit. The 52 Bus from Sukhumvit 38 to Mo Chit takes around 30 minutes, and it's a convenient way to get to the market.

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Krua Dok Mai Kao is solid but I've always found their som tam a bit tame on the pla ra. If you want the real funky version, try the shophouse spots along Soi Udomsuk 26, near the night market end. They pound it fresh with fermented fish that'll clear your sinuses, and it's like 60 baht. Different style from the On Nut places, more Lao-leaning.

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for som tam specifically i'd say the Isaan spots in Chatuchak are underrated, weekdays only though since the weekend crowd ruins the vibe. there's a stall near gate 2 that does tam pa with fermented bamboo shoots, super sour and funky, not something you see much in On Nut. if you're already heading north for Or Tor Kor anyway its worth the detour.

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honestly the som tam at Krua Dok Mai Kao is good but what got me hooked is their nam prik pla raa dip with the raw veggies, that funk hits way harder than the papaya does. think most people sleep on it cuz they just order the som tam and gai yang. also pro tip, go before noon on weekdays, after that teh pla ra gets milder cuz they batch it for the lunch rush

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