Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"He was very generous and well skilled to put my entertainment center with LED lights in reasonable time manner! I will not hesitate to hire Cameron Handyman for my next home project!"
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
"RnR Handyman quickly responded with an estimate which was in line with our expectations. Robert worked daily on the projects until they were completed with the exception of Sunday off. He added gutters, rescreened and painted porch supports, cleaned and stained the deck plus misc. handyman jobs. He is a pleasure to work with, comes to our home ready to work and is well organized. Rene', the office manager, quickly responds to calls, texts and emails. She is knowledgeable and very polite."
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Robert assembled multiple things ranging from curio cabinet to patio rocking chairs, as well as bedroom furniture. He was always prompt for his arrival time and extremely professional in conducting business. I highly recommend him for all services he offers."
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Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
Credit card accepted
Customers say: True professional
"We hired Dustin to repair my grandmother's windows after another contractor messed them up. We called Dustin, he showed up gave an excellent quote with excellent customer service and completed the job with great workmanship. We are extremely satisfied with how everything turned out."
+14
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
"He was very energetic and had an absolutely GREAT PERSONALITY!! Went above and beyond the for me and I will definitely be hiring him from now on for a my handy man needs!!"
+8
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
Credit card accepted
"Rayne did an amazing job putting together my little boy’s 4-wheeler, motorcycle, pool, and trampoline. He worked quickly and professionally. He did not complain, find excuses, or involve me in the process. I gave him the items, and he put them together with no problem. He is very decently priced, which made the experience even better. He is friendly with a calm disposition, and he is a hard worker. In speaking, he told me he works in refrigeration and HVAC. As a single mother, I absolutely hate putting together big toys, so this has been a blessing for me. I also live an hour away from him, and he did not have a problem with it at all. 2 thumbs up. 5 stars. 10/10 would recommend. I will definitely be hiring him in the future!"
+4
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Wonderful! Myke has restored my faith that good and fair handymen still exist! He will be returning to other jobs for us!"
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Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I highly recommend Robert Johnson with Eastern NC Home Repairs! He responded to my inquiry right away and did an amazing job assembling my TV stand with an electric fireplace. He also mounted my LED lights perfectly on my wall. Robert was extremely professional the entire time, and I truly felt safe having him in my home — which matters a lot because there are definitely some questionable contractors in the area. His professionalism, quality of work, and prompt communication really stood out. If you need a dependable, trustworthy handyman, Robert is definitely the one to call!"
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
Customers say: True professional
"Fantastic and did a great job"
+7
Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They did great work, professional and timely. No complaints, will definitely use their services again."
+16
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