Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Fantastic work. Fast , efficient and fair quote. Upfront and transparent pricing. I would absolutely recommend them for your handyman needs."
+92
Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"This company was excellent! Professional, on time,worked very efficiently, FAIR PRICES, pleasant to work with. After they left I discovered they had done little extra repairs on their own & nevr mentioned it. I highly am recommending this company. EXCELLENT.."
Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Mike was very responsive and helpful through the project. I had some siding damage due to a wind storm, Mike was able to come out that day and do a quick patch to prevent any further damage. Then a few weeks later, I hired them to do the whole siding project and it was wonderful. The crew was very friendly and finished the project quickly. I am very pleased with the work."
+15
Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Kerins Everyday Services has been an amazing company to work with. They are efficient, knowledgeable, reliable and professional. They have been handling all of my maintenance and repair needs and I couldn’t be happier with the service. I highly recommend Kerins Everyday Services for all of your home improvement needs."
+40
Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Good job service was good"
+2
Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The communication and customer service at Thompson Constructions were truly exceptional. I never once felt like a burden, and every question I asked was met with a clear and straightforward response. Their team was not only polite but also incredibly helpful, especially when addressing my questions about hardware. I also appreciated their patience whenever I needed extra time to gather additional information. Their professionalism and dedication made the entire experience smooth and stress-free."
Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"On time, reasonable price, careful, respectful and pleasant fellow. My first time using Angie’s list and very impressed with the contractor and process."
+9
Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Even though a good estimate and good customer service, we hired someone else."
Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
With over 20 years of assembly and handyman experience, I aim to provide quick, reliable, and quality service.
Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Carlos was a really good project manager, he rehab 2 house of mine and did sell well He can handle big jobs and small jobs , very good what he does and excellent customer service"
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