Serving Burke, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"An excellent job putting together the large wardrobes. Arrived on time, professional, prepared, skilled and good customer service. I recommend Jose for any handyman needs, and will use his services in the future as needed."
+13
Serving Burke, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Mike has performed handyman jobs for us approximately 4 years now. His customer service is excellent, and I can always rely on him to give me his honest opinion. It has been a pleasure to work with him over the last 4 years. I can't recommend him enough."
Serving Burke, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1984
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I have used Jim the Handyman twice and each time they exceeded my expectations. I will continue to use the for my repairs. Excellent service."
Serving Burke, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1979
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"New Life Handyman Services owned by Bobby Nesbitt is a very reliable, professional and friendly business. We had a few drywall repairs that were rather tricky and he made the work look easy. He restored each repair location to its original paint and visual condition. I would highly recommend Bobby Nesbitt for any drywall, carpentry or remodeling projects."
+26
Serving Burke, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Tyin is knowlegible, professional, and skillful. He replaced and installed ceiling fan with light, vanity light set, and bathroom faucet set in less than (3) hours. Tyin Handyman Service will continue as my first choice."
+1
Serving Burke, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They were the only “pro” contacted that responded in a timely fashion. Communication was very good, and they got the job done in a timely fashion. I have no complaints.price may have been a bit high for handyman, but nobody wants to take small projects. So I am satisfied."
+9
Serving Burke, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Prompt, efficient service-will definitely use again!"
Serving Burke, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We highly recommend Alex from A and V for handyman services. He takes pride in doing quality work. He stays true to the estimate price, even if the work took a bit longer than expected. We’ll be sure to call A and V next time"
Serving Burke, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very Good, He was very professional and knowledgeable. Most of my projects were slightly complicated but he managed to work with me and finish them in good time. I am already looking forward to hiring him again for my next project. gave me good recommendations, to save money. I am very pleased, Thanks Angi"
+13
Serving Burke, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Handyman Mark was professional kind respectful and did a great job installing my range hood at a great price. I plan to have him back for other handyman jobs around my home. I highly recommend HandymanMark!"
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