This House Flipper tier list ranks every major option by overall effectiveness. Rankings factor in damage output, survivability, versatility, gear requirements, and how well each option scales.
Tier definitions: S = best in class, always a strong pick. A = strong and competitive, minor weaknesses. B = solid but clearly outperformed in most situations. C = viable only for players who enjoy the playstyle.
Builds Rankings
| Tier | Build | Rating | Playstyle |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Cleaning | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
| A | Painting | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
| A | Demolition | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
| A | Building | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
| A | Handyman | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
Detailed Builds Analysis
Cleaning (A-Tier)
Cleaning is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: Mop. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Painting (A-Tier)
Painting is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: Vacuum Cleaner. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Demolition (A-Tier)
Demolition is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: Paint Roller. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Building (A-Tier)
Building is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: Sledgehammer. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Handyman (A-Tier)
Handyman is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: Tiling and Paneling Tool. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Equipment Rankings
| Equipment | Best With | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mop | Every cleaning contract, the first pass on any bought property, and farming Cleaning perk points quickly. | The first tool the game gives you, unlocked by Sara Lewis's opening job about the stolen radiator. |
| Vacuum Cleaner | Dusty properties, window work, and the pest clearing steps that some client jobs require before anything else. | The second cleaning tool, introduced through jobs like Cleaning the Garage. |
| Paint Roller | Redecoration contracts, raising a flip's sale price cheaply, and covering damage you did not want to rebuild. | Unlocked alongside the scanner by Amanda Smith's Amaranth Walls job. |
| Sledgehammer | Structural flips, opening cramped floor plans, and clearing broken fixtures faster than removing them by hand. | Comes with Thomas Johnson's Additional Walls job together with the wall building tools. |
| Tiling and Paneling Tool | Bathrooms and kitchens, finishing floors after demolition work, and completing the full tool set before your first property purchase. | The final tool slot, unlocked by Eric Camel's Necessary Extra Bathroom job. |
Check our weapons guide for in-depth stats and comparisons.
Equipment Analysis
Mop: The first tool the game gives you, unlocked by Sara Lewis's opening job about the stolen radiator. It handles dirt, stains, graffiti and cobwebs, which between them account for the majority of the work in the first several hours.
Vacuum Cleaner: The second cleaning tool, introduced through jobs like Cleaning the Garage. It handles dust on surfaces and windows, and a later job demonstrates its use for clearing roaches, which the mop cannot touch.
Paint Roller: Unlocked alongside the scanner by Amanda Smith's Amaranth Walls job. Painting is the fastest visual transformation in the game and the perk tree behind it includes Instant painting, which removes the slowest part of any redecoration.
Sledgehammer: Comes with Thomas Johnson's Additional Walls job together with the wall building tools. It knocks down walls and breaks fixtures, and paired with the Building tree it is what turns a cramped derelict into an open plan property that sells for more.
Tiling and Paneling Tool: The final tool slot, unlocked by Eric Camel's Necessary Extra Bathroom job. It lays floor tiles and wall panelling, and it is the piece that completes the tool wheel, after which no job can present something you have no tool for.
Meta Analysis
The current meta in House Flipper centers on Email jobs from the laptop and Six perk trees fed by tool use. Builds that leverage both systems outperform those that focus on only one. Our combat guide explains these interactions in depth.
What's strong right now:
- Cleaning with Mop is the benchmark. Everything else is measured against it.
- Buying and reselling properties builds are gaining ground as players find new combinations.
- Demolition remains essential for learning hard content. See the boss guide.
What's underrated:
- Painting is consistently overlooked despite being the most flexible option.
- Paint Roller offers excellent performance for its investment level.
What's overhyped:
- Pure Handyman builds. High ceiling but the consistency isn't there for most players.
Quick Picks by Situation
| Situation | Best Build | Best Gear | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall best | Cleaning | Mop | Highest consistent performance |
| New player | Painting | Vacuum Cleaner | Most forgiving, teaches mechanics |
| Hard content | Demolition | Paint Roller | Survivability when you need it |
| Group play | Building | Sledgehammer | Utility and team support |
| Experienced player | Handyman | Tiling and Paneling Tool | Unique challenge and high ceiling |
More House Flipper Guides
- House Flipper House Flipper Overview
- House Flipper Best Builds
- House Flipper Walkthrough
- House Flipper Beginner's Guide
- House Flipper Tips & Tricks
- House Flipper Weapons Guide
- House Flipper Combat Guide
- House Flipper Boss Guide
- House Flipper Maps & Locations
- House Flipper Crafting Guide
- House Flipper Classes & Characters
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