Handyman services in
New Berlin, WI
Elmbrook Handyman helps homeowners and property managers in New Berlin with professional home repair, maintenance, and improvement projects. Whether you are handling a punch list, getting a property ready for move in, or taking care of overdue fixes, our team focuses on clear communication, clean workmanship, and practical solutions that move the project forward. This page also includes official New Berlin homeowner resources so you can quickly find permit guidance, collection schedules, seasonal notices, and helpful local information.
Services we offer in New Berlin
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Electrical
Outlets, switches, light fixtures, ceiling fans, GFCI installs, and dimmer upgrades
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Plumbing
Faucets, toilets, shut-offs, supply lines, garbage disposals, and minor leak repairs
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Doors
Install, repair, or adjust interior and exterior doors, plus hardware and weatherstripping
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Exterior
Siding repairs, caulking, gutter cleaning, wood rot, fascia, and window trim
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Home Decor
Shelving, mirrors, artwork, curtain rods, blinds, and fixture installs
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Smart Home
Thermostats, smart locks, video doorbells, security cameras, and smart lighting
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Furniture Assembly
Flat-pack and ready-to-assemble furniture, office setups, and entertainment centers
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Carpentry
Trim, baseboards, crown molding, built-ins, shelving, and custom repairs
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Appliances
Install, swap, connect, and secure dishwashers, microwaves, dryers, and more
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Home Theater
TV mounting, soundbars, cable management, projectors, and component installs
New Berlin Homeowner Resources
Garbage, recycling, and yard waste Collection
New Berlin's residential garbage and recycling collection is handled by Johns Disposal under contract with the City. Use the disclosures below for collection schedules, set-out rules, accepted materials, and contacts.
Garbage collection
Garbage is collected weekly in New Berlin through Johns Disposal. Put your cart out the night before your collection day, or by 6:00 AM the morning of pickup.
Cart placement
- Place the cart within about 2 feet of the road, on one side of the driveway.
- Arrows on the lid should point toward the road; handles and wheels should face away from the road.
- Keep about 6 feet of clearance from other objects — mailboxes, poles, vehicles, and snowbanks.
- If recycling is also out, keep the garbage cart on the opposite side of the driveway from the recycling cart.
What goes in the garbage cart
Bagged household garbage only.
What does not belong in the garbage cart
- Recyclables
- Yard waste
- Construction and demolition debris
- Electronics
- Hazardous materials
Bulky items and overflow
- Anything that doesn’t fit in your cart must be scheduled as a bulk item pickup — call Johns Disposal at 262-473-4700 or email office@johnsdisposal.com.
- Residents may schedule up to 2 bulk item pickups per month, with a maximum of 24 per year.
- Items must weigh no more than 50 lbs. and be manageable by one person; larger items like hot tubs or pianos must be disassembled first.
Find your exact pickup day
Your collection day depends on your route. Use the Johns Disposal service map to confirm your day, and check the holiday page for delays around holidays.
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Recycling collection
Recycling is collected every other week through Johns Disposal. New Berlin uses single-stream recycling, so approved paper, plastic, metal, and glass can all be mixed together in the cart.
Cart placement
- Place the recycling cart within about 2 feet of the road, on the opposite side of the driveway from the garbage cart.
- Arrows on the lid should point toward the road; handles and wheels should face away from the road.
- Keep about 6 feet of clearance from mailboxes, poles, vehicles, and snowbanks.
Accepted curbside
- Paper and cardboard: flattened cardboard, catalogs, magazines, newspapers, envelopes and junk mail, cereal and cracker boxes, paper cups (no lids or straws), paper grocery bags, paper egg cartons, pizza boxes (empty, no food or grease), shredded paper (tied in a clear bag, about the size of a basketball).
- Plastic: bottles and containers marked #1, #2, or #5, including #1 clamshells.
- Metal and glass: aluminum, tin, and steel cans; empty aerosol cans; glass bottles and jars (clear, blue, brown, or green); metal pots and pans; small metal appliances no larger than a basketball; small metal plumbing fixtures like faucets and valves.
Not accepted curbside
- Batteries and electronics
- Construction waste
- Plastic film, wrap, and Styrofoam
- Glassware, ceramics, mirrors, and windows
- Propane tanks
- Containers with food or liquid still inside
- Hoses, wires, chains, ropes, and other “tanglers”
Find your exact recycling week
Recycling runs every other week on a route-based schedule — use the Johns Disposal schedule and service map to confirm your week.
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Yard waste & seasonal pickups
New Berlin uses on-call yard waste pickup through Johns Disposal, running April 1 through November 30. It is not part of regular weekly collection — you must call to schedule and pay for each pickup.
Cost and limits
- 2026 rate: $70.00 per scheduled pickup.
- Each pickup includes up to 3 cubic yards of yard waste.
How to prep yard waste
No loose piles are collected. Material must be prepped one of these ways:
- Contained in paper biodegradable bags
- Contained in 32-gallon containers weighing no more than 50 lbs. each
- Tied and bundled, with bundles no longer than 4 feet
What counts as yard waste
Grass clippings, garden debris, leaves, and brush or branches under 5 inches in diameter (tied and bundled).
Not included
Dirt, sod rolls, root balls, and branches, logs, or stumps 5 inches or more in diameter, plus black walnuts.
Drop-off option
If you’d rather not schedule a paid pickup, the New Berlin Recycling Center (3711 S. Casper Dr.) accepts yard waste year-round, including branches, wood, leaves, grass clippings, and garden or flower plant debris.
Recycling Center hours
- Summer (Apr 1–Nov 30): Tue & Thu, 10 AM–7 PM; Sat, 8 AM–4 PM.
- Winter (Dec 1–Mar 31): Saturdays only, 8 AM–4 PM.
Invasive weeds
The city notes invasive species like garlic mustard should be bagged in a clear plastic bag, labeled, and set out with your regular trash — not with curbside yard waste.
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Permits and home improvement guidelines
Permits and inspections in New Berlin are handled by the City's Department of Community Development, on the second floor of City Hall. If your project involves exterior changes, structural work, or trades like electrical, plumbing, or HVAC, confirm permit requirements early — it's the best way to avoid rework or scheduling delays.
Does my project need a permit?
The City of New Berlin requires permits for many types of construction projects. If you’re unsure whether your specific project needs one, contact City staff to confirm before starting.
Where and when to apply
- Department of Community Development, 2nd floor of City Hall — 3805 S. Casper Drive, New Berlin, WI 53151.
- Apply Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Common permit triggers
- Additions and alterations, interior or exterior, and structural alterations
- Decks (attached or detached) and garages
- New or replacement furnaces and air conditioners
- Kitchen remodels and rec rooms
- Pools, hot tubs, generators, and solar panels
- Dishwashers, garbage disposals, other plumbing fixtures, and water heaters
- Sheds 144 sq. ft. or less, and accessory buildings over 144 sq. ft.
Whether a project needs a building, electrical, and/or plumbing permit (or some combination) varies by project type — the City’s permit checklist breaks this down item by item.
Processing and pickup
- Building permit review can take up to 10 business days; you’ll be notified once it’s approved or denied.
- Pick up permits Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. At pickup, you’ll review conditions, sign forms, pay applicable fees to the cashier, and receive your paperwork.
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Plan prep & inspections
Once your permit is issued, inspections are scheduled separately and require advance notice.
Scheduling an inspection
- Call 262-797-2445 during normal business hours.
- Inspections must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance; some (furnaces, water heaters, air conditioners) can be scheduled further ahead.
- If you miss your inspection window, the inspector will leave a door tag on your front door.
Inspector front-counter hours
Inspectors are available at the City Hall front counter 8:00–9:00 AM and 12:30–1:30 PM on weekdays — a separate, narrower window than the 8 AM–4 PM hours for applying for or picking up permits.
Typical inspections for larger projects
- Footing (prior to concrete) and foundation (prior to backfilling)
- Rough plumbing and rough electric (called in by your plumber/electrician)
- Rough framing (prior to insulation) and insulation (prior to drywall)
- Interior drain tile (prior to the floor being poured)
- Final plumbing, electric, and occupancy (once everything is complete)
Homeowner safety notes
- All inspectors drive clearly marked, city-owned vehicles — ask to see identification.
- By city policy, an inspector won’t enter a property unless it’s vacant and free of belongings, or someone 18 or older is present.
- Secure pets indoors before your inspection.
Project guides
The City publishes planning guidelines for common residential projects, including decks, fences, sheds, pools, hot tubs, generators, egress windows, retaining walls, and residential additions and alterations.
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Right-of-way: driveways, culverts & grading
Work that touches culverts, driveway approaches, curb and ditch, or site grading requires separate permits through the City’s Engineering Department, beyond the standard building permit.
Common triggers
- New or altered driveway approaches and culverts
- Curb and ditch work
- Grading and erosion control
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Seasonal Services and City Notices
The disclosures below cover winter snow operations, road work, and how the City shares real-time notices — useful when planning projects that depend on street access, deliveries, or staging.
Snow operations & winter parking
During significant snow events, the City may declare a snow emergency to support plowing operations. During a snow emergency, vehicles are not permitted on any street or public parking lot.
How the city handles snow and ice
- Roads are treated with salt brine before snow events to reduce ice bonding — though salt becomes less effective in very cold temperatures (below about 15°F), so some snow or ice may remain until temperatures rise.
- Crews service multiple plow areas, prioritizing hills, intersections, and main roads first, then working through neighborhoods as conditions allow.
- Keep snow cleared around your mailbox to help maintain mail service through the winter.
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Road closures, construction & city notices
New Berlin publishes current roadway rehabilitation and maintenance updates, including schedules, maps, and project descriptions.
Road construction and maintenance
- Rehabilitation work can involve curb and gutter repairs, milling, and asphalt overlays; some roadways may close to through traffic during active construction while local access is maintained.
- Routine maintenance like joint and crack sealing may post signs 48 hours in advance on affected streets.
- Hot sealant can burn pets’ feet and can stick to vehicles driven on it before it cools — use caution near active work areas.
City alerts and notices
- The Alert Center posts real-time alerts by category, including Emergency Alerts and City Hall Closings.
- Notify Me lets residents subscribe by email or text to topics like road closures, Recycling Center updates, and snow emergencies.
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Holiday collection changes
Garbage and recycling schedules can shift around city holidays. Here’s the confirmed 2026 schedule from Johns Disposal.
Holidays with a one-day delay
- Jan 1 — New Year’s Day (closed): Mon–Wed on schedule; Thu & Fri residential delayed one day, that week only.
- May 25 — Memorial Day (closed): all residential collection delayed one day, that week.
- Sept 7 — Labor Day (closed): all residential collection delayed one day, that week.
- Nov 26 — Thanksgiving Day (closed): Mon–Wed on schedule; Thu & Fri residential delayed one day, that week only.
- Dec 25 — Christmas Day (closed): Mon–Thu on schedule; Fri residential delayed one day, that week only.
Holidays with no service interruption
- Jan 19 — Martin Luther King Jr. Day (open)
- Feb 16 — Presidents’ Day (open)
- June 19 — Juneteenth (open)
- July 4 — Independence Day (closed, but collection unaffected)
- Oct 12 — Columbus Day (open)
- Nov 11 — Veterans Day (open)
- Dec 31 — New Year’s Eve (open)
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Community and Local Information
A quick hub for New Berlin City Hall contacts, meetings, and local resources — useful when planning projects that affect scheduling, permits, or neighborhood timing.
City services & service requests
For general city questions, service requests, or routing to the right department, City Hall is the starting point.
Contact
- City Hall: 262-786-8610 — 3805 S Casper Drive, New Berlin, WI 53151.
- Submit non-emergency requests online through the City’s request form.
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City meetings, agendas & calendars
The City Calendar covers both official meetings and community events that can affect residents — useful for tracking what’s being discussed and what might impact schedules or traffic.
Meetings homeowners tend to watch
- Plan Commission — meets at City Hall Council Chambers; this is where planning-related items become public.
- Board of Appeals — hears variance requests tied to zoning ordinances, including shoreland, wetland, and floodplain questions.
Agendas, packets & minutes
For full agendas, packets, attachments, and recorded votes, use the Meeting and Agenda Portal. Minutes are unofficial until approved at the next regularly scheduled meeting.
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Library, parks & community events
Local programs, park facilities, and community events worth checking before scheduling a delivery, staging, or street-parking-heavy project nearby.
Parks & Recreation contacts
- Recreation: recreation@newberlinwi.gov
- Parks and Grounds: parksandgrounds@newberlinwi.gov
Community calendar
Examples of events that show up on the calendar include the New Berlin Farmer’s Market, the Fire Department’s Citizen’s Academy, and local history events.
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Planning a project in New Berlin?
Ready to get that project off the list? Elmbrook works with New Berlin homeowners and property managers on repairs and improvements of every size — locally operated, easy to schedule.