Serving Dearborn Heights, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1971
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very good, did a nice job and cleaned up once completed. the guys that installed it were great!"
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Serving Dearborn Heights, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Credit card accepted
Customers say: Super punctual
"Great. The roof was high up, but the Handyman worked at it until he could get his ladder to reach up high enough to re-attache the downspout."
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Serving Dearborn Heights, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"they are alright for patio to expensize for gazebo"
+50
Serving Dearborn Heights, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
"Lucas was able to install a bathroom fan for us, install a vanity, paint our basement ceilings, install lights in our basement, and complete a closet install in our upstairs bedroom. This work was completed within a timely manner and Lucas was responsive and communicative throughout the entire process. He was very thorough in his work as well."
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Serving Dearborn Heights, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I am so pleased with the outcome. The lower level of my tri-level home was flooded with the recents rains. The workman were on time and were very professional. There was pride in the workmanship. The project was completed on time and the price was very fair and affordable. If I ever need a construction project done again, I would definitely hire Alexander Graham LLC."
+11
Serving Dearborn Heights, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1996
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Repairman found that the incorrect hardware was used on our doors when initially installed; installed correct hardware on both doors. Very helpful and professional!"
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Serving Dearborn Heights, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The owners responded promptly to my phone call and immediately scheduled a site visit. They arrived on time and quickly assessed the needed work and provided a written quote on the spot. They called back later that day with a date to perform the work. The owners then arrived on time and completed all necessary work in a clean and orderly manner, explaining everything they did, and provided a written receipt and guarantee detailing all the work performed. They were professional, efficient, and experienced. All went very well."
Serving Dearborn Heights, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1979
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I have multiple chemical sensitivities and was looking for a good insulation that wouldn't offgas and was least likely to cause a reaction. I spoke with Jonathan at Blanket Insulation who was the first person who made me feel "heard." He did a lot of research on his own and even came out twice to quote a few different options. Ultimately, we went with a company that had a vendor-specific insulation that Blanket didn't carry. However, pricing was on par with other quotes we received, and Jonathan was incredibly helpful. (Also, he was getting married--so Jonathan, best wishes for many happy years!!) I would recommend them for traditional insulation."
Serving Dearborn Heights, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Mr. Sherrod is a very pleasant young man with knowledge on many handyman services. Mr. Sherod showed up on time and cleaned up after the job was finished. I had three (3) plumbing jobs completed. I will be contacting him for future jobs I have and I highly recommend his services."
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Serving Dearborn Heights, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2001
Free estimates
"Jeff Kraft was the best contractor I have ever used and would recommend him with confidence. He listened to what I wanted, was there when he said he would be, was easy to work with and was very reasonable. He was flexible as I requested changes such as the barn doors as the work progressed."
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