Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Resourceful, on time, good communication and fair price. Highly recommended."
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Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Credit card accepted
Customers say: Super punctual
"James Altman with Altman Handyman Services is a real professional. He has completed severals jobs for me: shed renovation and deck stairs and post replacement. He was very courteous and a good listener when I was explaining what needed to be done. He completed all jobs in a timely manner, was very thorough and always showed up at the times he said he would. Also pricing was affordable."
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Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Mr. Simmons arrived on time, he was extremely professional and he gave me outstanding service. I asked him if I had his permission to tell my family and friends to request his service! I've already articulated other jobs that I want him to perform!! I am extremely happy with the results!!!!!!!"
Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I hired Chris for some handyman work and was blown away by the results. He’s incredibly talented and has great ideas for making things look and work better—he really knows his stuff. What I appreciated most was the balance of his cool, easy-going personality with a high level of professionalism. He showed up on time, kept the workspace clean, and delivered top-notch quality. If you need someone reliable and skilled to get the job done right, Chris is your guy!"
+8
Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Quality work at a fair price. Finishing an in house salon. Not only did they provide service with mirrors but wide range of craftsmanship assisted with finishing out the project with insulation of counters and shelves. I will be calling again for my next project."
Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"My husband and I hired Carl for a few handyman jobs including updating the crown molding in our downstairs space, replacing our front porch columns, replacing our front door, and adding some detail to our kitchen island. We couldn’t have been happier with the results. He is extremely attentive to detail and clearly has a lot of experience. He was very respectful of us and our time. Next time I need another repair/job I will for sure be reaching out to Carl again."
Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
"Extremely responsive and gave sound advice. I would absolutely recommend Mr. Handyman of Sandy Springs for your next home repair project."
+184
Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"He was very good. I have no complaints with all of the service."
+29
Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"DJ and his brother did unbelievably great work. We would like to use their services again."
+55
Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"The tech was very professional and careful with the work he provided, I would definitely recommend the service he provided"
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