Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great Handyman! Fixed my sliding glass doors to perfection. Super happy with his work. Very reasonable price and a really nice guy on top of it. He will be my "go to handyman" from now on!"
+33
Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We highly recommend Alex from A and V for handyman services. He takes pride in doing quality work. He stays true to the estimate price, even if the work took a bit longer than expected. We’ll be sure to call A and V next time"
Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"These guys got the work done in a single long day, which was impressive. It was well done and the owner was very responsive. Really appreciated having a pro for playground equipment install that was a Class A contractor with all the insurance and licenses I was looking for."
+13
Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Godspeed handyman arrived within the specified timeframe. He was very friendly, professional and knowledgeable. He did a perfect job and would hire him again. Maggie"
Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"The best handyman service I have ever used. Prompt. Professional and all projects were done extremely well."
+23
Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"He was so professional and did the job so good! Loved it!!!"
+25
Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The price was fair and work was well done. They have excellent customer service. I will use them again."
+1
Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Ruben G provided great service in helping me address some small projects that have been outstanding in my home. I was able to bounce ideas and think about appropriate materials to address the fixes in my home. I really appreciated his responsiveness and the recommendations he provided for the work."
Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great Experience – Highly Recommend Power House Home Improvement provided excellent service at a very reasonable price. He was patient, responsive to my questions, and flexible with scheduling. He arrived as planned, and when we had to reschedule due to a broken furniture part I discovered during unboxing, he was completely understanding. Once the replacement part arrived, he responded quickly and returned to complete the job. The entire furniture assembly was finished in under two hours and done efficiently and professionally. I would absolutely use him again and highly recommend his services."
+37
Serving Waterford, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Macintosh Enterprises LLC is top-notch! Professional, reliable, and easy to work with ? they consistently deliver quality service. Highly recommend!"
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