Find a handyman service in Carpentersville, IL

Find handyman services in Carpentersville, IL

Find handyman services in Carpentersville, IL

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Find handyman services in Carpentersville, IL

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Top 10 handyman services in Carpentersville, IL

Clients agree: these pros are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Classical Art Works

Classical Art Works

5.0(4)
5 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Carpentersville, IL
Walter K. says, "Great work at a good price. Very nice guy." Read more
Pfk_company

Pfk_company

4.9Exceptional(17)
30 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Carpentersville, IL
Teodora M. says, "Tom is such a professional, we almost wished to have more work to do and hire Pfk_company :-) Looking forward to the next project." Read more
D's  Landscape And Construction Contractors

D's Landscape And Construction Contractors

4.5Awesome(8)
7 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Carpentersville, IL
Diane S. says, "Very communicative about process and scheduling. Always cleaned up every day. Listened to my ideas as the project went along and were willing to incorporate them at a reasonable cost. Will contact them again for sure." Read more
Mitchell Mobile Services And Transport LLC.

Mitchell Mobile Services And Transport LLC.

4.8Excellent(6)
8 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Carpentersville, IL
Dan R. says, "Timely and a good price. Great job!" Read more
Trucky Works

Trucky Works

5.0(2)
3 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Carpentersville, IL
Richard B. says, "Communicated well and kept me up to date on his schedule. Did a nice job. Will keep his contact info. on file and call again if I need assistance on another project." Read more
Lanaville Contracting

Lanaville Contracting

4.9Exceptional(11)
2 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Carpentersville, IL
Chris J. says, "Excellent work performed in a very professional manner with no time wasted. Very organized and made no mess whatsoever. I give Lanaville Contracting thumbs up and recommend this business for service." Read more
JCM Builders

JCM Builders

5.0(1)
Offers online services
3 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Carpentersville, IL
Raylene B. says, "Jennifer was extremely helpful, she was hands on and communicative through our whole kitchen remodel." Read more
Bender & Family Restoration

Bender & Family Restoration

4.9Exceptional(18)
Offers online services
1 hire on HomeGuide
Serves Carpentersville, IL
Brent M. says, "Very quick, friendly and thorough. " Read more
Huber Construction Company

Huber Construction Company

New on HomeGuide
Offers online services
Serves Carpentersville, IL
We are proficient in scheduling and managing your projects to stay on time and on budget. Our crew has managed over 1billion dollars in projects either for other companies or ourselves. You can count on us with whatever your needs may be. Architectural design and engineering are available through a design contract as well with certified professionals that we use and can count on.
Sams

Sams

5.0(4)
1 hire on HomeGuide
Serves Carpentersville, IL
Joyce. says, "He stained and sealed my front door. It looks like new. Not a drop anywhere. Very neat. " Read more

Your handyman questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

Handyman hourly rates are $50 to $80 on average, plus the cost of materials. Most handyman work costs $150 to $600, depending on the job's size and if the handyman is self-employed or corporate. Handymen who purchase materials may have a 20% to 50% markup or a trip charge of $30 to $80.

A handyman can legally do small jobs and repairs like painting a room, hanging a TV, unclogging a drain, patching a wall, replacing a ceiling fan, fixing a fence or gate, cleaning gutters, or replacing a toilet. Some states have limits on the amount handymen can legally charge before needing a license.

Only licensed handymen can do plumbing or electrical work. Although, a handyman may legally do small electrical and plumbing jobs in some states, like replacing a toilet. For larger projects, it's best to hire electricians or plumbers in your area.

Start by searching our list of handyman services near you. After finding and contacting potential candidates:

  • Get at least three quotes to compare.
  • Read reviews and check out their previous work on HomeGuide and Google.
  • Select handyman contractors that are licensed, bonded, and experienced.
  • Discuss rates and payment methods upfront.
  • Avoid selecting the lowest quote as quality may suffer.
  • Ask for at least a 1-year labor warranty.
  • Get a full breakdown of all labor and material costs involved.
  • Ask about their warranties and guarantees.
  • Discuss job timelines, work hours, and expectations for larger projects.
  • Avoid making payments upfront. Instead, pay when the work is completed.

When looking to hire a local handyman, ask the following questions:

  • What type of work can you do?
  • What is your hourly rate?
  • Do you have a trip charge for getting materials?
  • How much do you mark up materials?
  • Can you provide a written estimate upfront?
  • Do you have local references or a portfolio of your work?
  • Are you licensed, insured, and bonded?
  • What hours do you work?
  • How long will the job take?
  • How do you handle additional work that arises?
  • Do you provide a guarantee?
  • How do you handle damages that happen on the job?
  • Do you work alone, or will you use subcontractors?
  • What’s your payment schedule?

After asking questions and comparing estimates, hire the best handyman in your area.

Many states have a “Handyman Exemption” that only requires a license for jobs over $500 to $10,000 or more, varying by state. In other states, a license is mandatory for all work. Many states also require worker’s compensation and liability insurance to protect against damage or accidents.

Handymen don't expect a tip. If the handyman goes above and beyond or spends more time than expected, a tip is appreciated. Most homeowners tip a handyman $10 to $20 or between 10% and 15% of the total job.

Reviews for Carpentersville handyman services

Recent success stories from people in the Carpentersville area.
Phyllis M.
He did a great job fixing my electric lawn mower. Great personality even let me try his electric bike. Thanks John
Classical Art Works
Maria J.
Good work at reasonable price
Pfk_company
Pat W.
Very professional and knowledgeable
D's Landscape and Construction Contractors
Gerald J G.
great job runs like new
Mitchell Mobile Services and Transport LLC.
William L.
Did a great job and left the work area clean . Gave us options to save money. Would use again but moving out of state
Trucky Works
Ed V.
Brad and the crew are so detail oriented that I was impressed beyond expectation. They finished every detail and it was beautiful.
Lanaville Contracting
Alex A.
I would recommend Family Restoration to any and everyone. These guys do top notch work and are very timely and precise in what they do. Not only was our bathroom upgraded within a week but we were able to live through the construction and not have it impact our daily routines. I'm already looking forward to hiring them again for our next project!
Bender & Family Restoration
Jim K.
Excellent, he repaired my garage door quickly. The other company wanted me to replace it.
Sams
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