Services in Puerto Rico

Pick the trade you need. For each one we tell you which license the law requires on the island and how to check it before you hire.

• Electricians

  Electrical installation and repair, panels, generators and backup systems. In Puerto Rico this trade requires a licensed perito electricista.

• Plumbers

  Leaks, drain clearing, water heaters, cisterns and bathroom or kitchen plumbing. Plumbing is a licensed trade in Puerto Rico.

• HVAC

  Installation, maintenance and repair of air conditioning and refrigeration. Handling refrigerants requires EPA 608 certification.

• Handyman

  Home repairs and maintenance: doors, locks, furniture and small jobs that do not need a full contractor.

• Painters

  Interior and exterior painting, surface prep, sealing and finishes suited to the island climate.

• Roofing

  Roof sealing and waterproofing, leak repair and maintenance before hurricane season.

• Solar

  Solar panel, inverter and battery installation and maintenance, plus interconnection paperwork.

• Cleaning

  Cleaning for homes, offices, move-outs and post-construction, one-off or recurring.

• Landscaping

  Lawn mowing, tree trimming, yard maintenance and lot clearing.

• Moving

  Local moves, furniture and equipment transport, packing and storage.

• Locksmiths

  Door and car lockouts, lock changes, key copies and emergencies.

• Pest control

  Fumigation and control of termites, roaches, rodents and other pests common on the island.

• Mechanics

  General mechanics, preventive maintenance, brakes, suspension and diagnostics.

• General contractors

  General contractors for remodels, additions and construction. Home builders must be listed in DACO's contractor registry.

• Cabinetmakers

  Custom kitchen and bathroom cabinets, closets and furniture in wood or PVC.

• Windows and doors

  Installation of windows and doors, including hurricane-rated and storm shutters.

• Ironwork

  Welding and ironwork: security bars, gates, railings and structures.

• Generators

  Installation, maintenance and repair of generators and transfer switches.

• Security systems

  Security cameras, alarms and access control for homes and businesses.

• Pools

  Pool construction, cleaning and maintenance, pumps and filters.

• Appliance repair

  Repair of refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves and other home appliances.

• Towing

  Towing and roadside assistance, vehicle transport.

• Other services

  Other local services that do not fit the categories above.