Serving Lincolnshire, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Gary was great. Very precise and helpful as well. Will definitely recommend Handyman Pros."
+18
Serving Lincolnshire, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Antonio is an excellent handyman who I have used for many projects in my home. I will continue to use his services in the future whenever I need a handyman as he is reliable, responsive, fair and honest. I highly recommend him."
+67
Serving Lincolnshire, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Overall builders was a great help and the level or work done was top notch. Robert came and gave me an estimate and was prompt with the service. All work was done in a professional manner, and no “extra charges” were added after the fact. I even had Robert come back and do additional work as the first job I had him do went very well. Very professional and I already have plans to have him do another job for me this summer. It can be hard to find a good honest company, but this is one of them!"
+47
Serving Lincolnshire, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Chuck was great to work with. I strongly recommend him if you need some electrical work done."
Serving Lincolnshire, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Brian is my go-to guy whenever I need an extra hand or specialized handyman service at my home. He is knowledgeable, hard working, precise, and clean. It’s great to have someone who can just get the job done without supervision or extra direction. And if something doesn’t turn out the way we expect, Brian helps troubleshoot and brainstorm solutions. I’m very happy to recommend this service. If you’re looking for help with a large job, or just want an expert set of hands to take care of that work you keep putting off, call Fix It Felix."
+3
Serving Lincolnshire, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"I hired Frank from Small Jobs and he was extremely knowledgeable , friendly and efficient. He assembled an elliptical bike for me and did an amazing job! I spoke to several other handymen prior to speaking with Frank and they were extremely rude and arrogant. While speaking to Frank I knew he was the right person. His professionalism and demeanor sealed the deal."
+6
Serving Lincolnshire, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Far pricing and grate service"
+10
Serving Lincolnshire, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
Experienced professional willing to perform basic remodeling, handyman activities, or furniture assembly jobs.
Serving Lincolnshire, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Had Handyman work on a couple projects and couldn’t be happier with the results. Crew worked quickly efficiently and got the jobs done right the first time. They left the work site absolutely immaculate. It’s rare to find great workmanship and a fair price together but these folks delivered both. Highly recommend them."
+41
Serving Lincolnshire, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very professional service. They are not inexpensive but you get high quality service and product."
+22
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