Serving Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The service men did a excellent job. He was professional, friendly and efficient"
Serving Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"We have owned our home for twenty-years RC Cleaning Service and Handyman Service is the best company we have hired. Professional, detailed and honest prices. As a home owner itâ s important to have concerned and caring companyâ s work on your house. I highly recommend this company, they go a step beyond to make sure their work is excellent. The Williams Family 2022"
Serving Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
"The guys who work for Mr Handyman are seasoned journeyman carpenters and painters and know what they are doing. They completely gutted a small bathroom with shower and went above and beyond. We also used them for more handyman-type projects in our kitchen and Joe tackled many projects in just a day. Would highly recommend."
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Serving Islip, NY and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
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Small jobs welcome
"I recently hired Tom to do several projects around my home, and I couldn?t be happier with the results. He was punctual, professional, and his pricing was very fair. He built my gazebo beautifully, installed a few doors with precision, and did an excellent job on both my kitchen and living room floors. Everything came out exactly how I envisioned it. It?s hard to find someone who?s reliable and does quality work, but he delivered on all fronts. I?ll definitely be calling him again for future projects and highly recommend him to anyone needing a skilled handyman."
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Serving Islip, NY and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Angel and his team got job done efficiently and the did a excellent job. I would highly recommend their services. They were very professional. ."
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Serving Islip, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"Top Notch Techs went above and beyond! I called them for solar panel repair and some handyman work around my home, and I couldn?t be happier with the results. They showed up on time, quickly diagnosed the solar issue, and had everything working efficiently again in no time. On top of that, they handled a few handyman projects with the same level of professionalism and skill. Everything was done neatly, with great attention to detail, and at a fair price. It?s rare to find a company that?s this reliable and versatile. I?ll definitely be calling Top Notch Techs again and recommending them to friends and family."
Serving Islip, NY and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Professional, clean organized got the job done quickly and efficiently"
+6
Serving Islip, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Same day rush service. Well worth it. Very knowledgeable and professional. Excellent service . Perfect and fast assembly."
+5
Serving Islip, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
Free estimates
"Excellent service, I loved it!"
+17
Serving Islip, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Did a fantastic job. Prompt and efficient. Would definitely recommend him and will be using him in the future."
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