Serving Saint Charles, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Job was well done. Would use Suburban Handyman again!"
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Serving Saint Charles, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Mike solved my problem installation of a cabinet and microwave. I would say that he went far beyond want I would have expected from him. He was very courteous and a great pro. I would recommend him very highly."
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Serving Saint Charles, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"He was very knowledgeable and understanding and took care of the job quickly while explaining the process as he went."
Serving Saint Charles, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Very happy with the work done!"
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Serving Saint Charles, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great guy. Was very helpful with suggestions about others possible projects. Completed everything in one day. I would highly recommend."
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Serving Saint Charles, 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."
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Serving Saint Charles, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1986
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Robert is a thorough professional and we had a great experience working with him and his team. We had to get our entire 5 bedroom 4000sq ft single family home completely renovated, because our tenant destroyed the house. We had to get the entire wooden floors sanded and polished, carpets stripped and Kiltz treated and walls/ceilings painted. Robert completed all the work within 2 weeks and most importantly he did everything while me and my family were staying out of state in Philadelphia. After meeting Robert and speaking to him, I handed him the house keys, and we laid full trust in him. We instinctively knew that he is a thorough gentleman and a great professional and would get the complex job done on time. Robert kept sending me pictures of work completed each day and he started and finished his work with utmost precision and on time. His team subsequently remodeled our master bathroom and also helped with kitchen remodeling. You will not be disappointed with Robert and his team’s professionalism, workmanship and punctuality. His quote estimates and final pricing are fair and accurate. I thoroughly recommend him and his company for any handyman and house repair service. I will rate Robert A+++, since we got our house back fully restored, after being gutted by a nasty tenant. Loved working with Robert, Roger, Mike and Mark. Excellent team."
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Serving Saint Charles, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"The work was quality work and he gave a lot of thought to the needs for the stairs. He was very professional and friendly. He did some other odd jobs the next day and they were well done also. I will hire him again when the need arises. Thanks TRP!"
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Serving Saint Charles, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I hired John to work on my deck. He came and measured, sanded, and stained it in a timely manner. He even went and got all the supplies and brought different paint samples to choose from. The deck looks fantastic. He did such a good job that I hired him 2 more times. Once to fix the fan in my daughter’s bathroom and an electrical circuit that kept going out. He fixed both issues perfectly!! I would highly recommend John for any job you have at your home!!"
Serving Saint Charles, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"All work was done quickly and very well. We also shopped for fixtures with our Handyman who gave us guidance and great suggestions on what was needed. We were so pleased with the efficiency, quality of work and cleanup of job. We would definitely use Handyman again."
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