Serving East Haddam, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
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 East Haddam, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I had a chicken enclosure assembled. They leveled the ground and put up the fencing and coup. They did a great job."
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Serving East Haddam, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Steve and Mike have done several jobs at our house and I highly recommend them. They our professional and keep you informed of everything that is happening. They are always on time and if they are going to be late Chris will text you. They are fair and reasonable priced. I am very happy with everything they have done. Also they can help you with the best places to purchase the items you need for a project"
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Serving East Haddam, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
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!"
+48
Serving East Haddam, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Dave, can fix anything! From our broken screen doors to cementing, and repairing our outdoor front rail that was looseâ ¦.and everything in between. He is a great guy that is punctual, knowledgeable, takes pride in his work, and is priced reasonably."
Serving East Haddam, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"He was very patient and did the job till it was completed. He did a great job problem solving for some nontraditional jobs in a very old library. Thank you for helping us keep our kids cool during their programs in the weeks to come."
Serving East Haddam, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Someone came to my home, took measurements, spoke with me at length and then never responded when I called to set up the appointment to review the quote."
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Serving East Haddam, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"I ordered a shed from Walmart not realizing the challenges associated with putting it together. Thankfully, Angie’s list had a handyman available to help me!"
Serving East Haddam, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1987
Offers commercial services
Customers say: True professional
"I was searching for an architect on Angie’s list we’re building a new house in Newington, Ct Roger Greenwald popped up in my search. Roger called me the next day and we booked an appointment for him to come out to the property. He asked us what we wanted and designed the house for exactly what we needed. My mother is an elderly woman, Roger very patient and answered all my mother‘s questions. He wanted to design the house to what stage we were in our life and what would work for us. Roger is extremely knowledgeable in what he does, he returned every phone call every email immediately or within 24 hours. The house he designed was just absolutely beautiful it was everything we wanted. The blueprints were ready within two weeks if not sooner. Roger Greenwald Architect is FIVE STAR I highly recommend him. Once my house is fully built I will come back and upload photos"
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Serving East Haddam, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Customers say: True professional
"I’ve used A.M.A on multiple occasions Great staff they get the job done in a timely manner . Project is done to expectations everytime , great customer service with attentive upper management any concerns were always addressed and resolved immediately. Would highly recommend"
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