Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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Customers say: Quick response
"John was on time,cleaned up after himself,very nice and i would recommend him to my friends and family ,very happy and satisfied ,keep up the good work"
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Rich was super quick to reach out and stop by to help me out. His customer service was great and he was super friendly and helpful! Very happy with the service and outcome, would hire again for future projects."
Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Excellent work by an outstanding individual. On time, hard working and honest. The best!"
Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent and professional service. Will definitely hire again."
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1982
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 35 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as, our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1989
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Assemble a Sauna. A very complicated job. He did a wonderful job. Very thorough and complete."
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Antonio was prompt, courteous and provided excellent service. I was thoroughly pleased with his work. Would definitely use his services again."
Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Jose Chacon has done several small and bigger jobs for us. The biggest was building a stone walkway on a steep hill. They leveled the path, cut the stone, installed the stone and the edging. On time and on budget, and it has held up great over two years. He has also installed a wood hand railing and hot water heater and toilet, power-washed, and replaced rotting wood on a pergola. All very well done!"
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Jesus did quality work at fair price. He was quick, responsive and cleaned as he went."
Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
With more than 15 yrs of experience, Wilsol Handyman Services is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
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