Serving South Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"This man is good at what he does. My past handyman experience is less than stellar. But Rick and I have already discussed a couple possible projects for the future."
Serving South Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very professional. Efficient and cleans up after!!!"
Serving South Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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"Alex was professional, very accommodating, worked swiftly and I would definitely recommend his company."
Serving South Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 1999
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"Gary was great! Top notch work and was available when I needed him."
Serving South Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
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"Excellent professionalism! Very skilled, but willing to do many different “handy tasks” like curtain rods and hanging pictures. He easily put together small furniture from Amazon, but also does cabinetry, drywall, etc. I highly recommend Blake cleancut services!!"
Serving South Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
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Small jobs welcome
"Excellent job for a couple small projects. Would hire again."
Serving South Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I’m extremely pleased with the handyman’s work! They expertly repaired and rehung my screen door, leaving it looking and functioning like new. Professional, efficient, and highly skilled—I couldn’t be happier with the result!"
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Serving South Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
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Warranties offered
"Highly recommend! Qualify of work is the very best too!"
Serving South Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Very satisfied with Kevin's work and plan to use him for upcoming projects. He's skilled, affordable, and reliable. Would highly recommend his services."
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Serving South Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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Emergency services offered
"Livingston and his team addressed five projects within one day, all to perfection and with attention to detail that I had not even anticipated — and all within the cost of the estimate! Livingston communicated clearly, arrived with every bit of the tools and supplies necessary to complete all five jobs and worked as a team to address any problems that came up. Livingston and his team are all experienced, safety-conscious, and independently minded professionals, who additionally were unfailingly positive and courteous. This is perhaps the most amazing experience that this disabled veteran has had with a contractor. Livingston is an outstanding planner, communicator, and leader. I highly recommend anyone with home-related needs to turn to him first when entrusting your home repairs to someone in the field."
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