How do you find a handy person?

[HeirOfNothingInParticular]

I have some small jobs which need finishing off in my bathroom, and struggling trying to get anyone to do them. My brother would normally help, but I can't ask him as he recently had a heart attack. I've tried rated people, not a thing. I've contacted a couple of people who have been recommend and they are not interested. It's probably no more than a days work, and I am willing to pay good money. I live close to a big city, so I would think there are plenty of people out there who might want the work. How do others find trades people?

[concertplayer]

Word of mouth is the best way But our neighbours found one
in the local (free) rag. Expect to pay £20 per hour-£30 in London

[HeirOfNothingInParticular]

Thanks, I was prepared to pay up to £250 a day, which I think it a fair rate (we are not London). I had a quote of that from one person today. I had described my job very accurately, and then remembered that I needed a small cabinet fixing to the wall. I told the handyman that, and he added another £30 to the bill. Perhaps small fry, but this it a 15 min job for them. I have the tools, so can do this bit of the job myself. It slightly puts me off the person though, as I think they are making a quick buck from me. A fair days rate I expect, but I don't want to be taken the piss out of...

[Willow33]

Are you on FB? Is there a local homes group that you could get recommendation for?