Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very well!! Brian did a great job installing 4 custom blinds in my home. Brian measured the rest of our widows and offered sound advice on how to accurately order blinds for them. I highly recommend Brian for his handyman services."
Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"My husband and I reached out to the company to repair some rotten boards we discovered on the exterior of the house. We spoke to David who was extremely responsive and quick to set up our services. The crew came a couple days later right at the time they said, the repairs are great quality, and everyone we interacted with was polite and kind. I wouldnâ t hesitate to hire them for a bigger job in the future!"
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Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
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Emergency services offered
"Great family business!! They did an extensive pool wall repair and full deck replacement. We were very happy with their work and would recommend them to our friends. My wife and I would definitely use them again!"
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Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Dave did a fantastic job replacing a handicapped bathroom pole. We were impressed with his work. The pole is more secure than the one before it (which was done by a workers comp company). Plus, he found one that has a handle on it which will make it easier to be able to sit/stand. Dave is pleasant, efficient and very reasonable. Donna F. in Guilford, CT"
Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
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Credit card accepted
"We moved into a new home and hired Andy to remodel our master bathroom and he ended up doing this, our 1/2 bath, full bath, and created a home theater room from an unfinished space above our garage. He even added some molding in an office, since we thought he would do a much better job than what we could do. He was very accommodating, had ways to fix unexpected issues, pricing was reasonable, showed up every day (unheard of these days), and provided a very nice final product. When there was a delay in one area, he and his team would work in a different room. They were very efficient and a pleasure to work with. I would recommend for any home improvement project and will use them in the future."
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Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They did a fantastic job! They mounted my 65” tv. They were on time. They were friendly and helpful. Highly recommend them."
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Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2012
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Warranties offered
"They are more than yard work. We are hiring them for tiling services as well. Great professionalism and customer oriented. Highly recommend"
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Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Raheem mccallum with Rye Workz did an amazing job with replacing our screens. Very pleasant and easy to work with."
Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Could not have gone better, nor could better results have been had."
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Serving Durham, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"He as I requested even though it was late in the evening. After insulation he stayed to plug in , connected the cable and helped to get the new tv going for me. Much appreciated. Very professional work and friendly personality. The experience could not be better. I recommend the company any day."
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