Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
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Warranties offered
"Can't say enough about this builder. Came as scheduled, worked without supervision, created a beautiful result and the cost was reasonable. Highly recommended."
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Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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Emergency services offered
"I have hired Real Handy Handymen on several occasions for work both at my business and home. I find them an extremely knowledgeable, timely, clean, and hardworking team. Tasks they have completed for me: Interior and exterior painting (not just slapping paint on, doing the requisite prep work as well) Rebuilding of antique windows Replacement of exterior deck boards Recaulking of shower glass Installation of interior doors Complicated Installation of through the roof venting for laser cutting machine Repair and replacement of plumbing elements and water heater elements There simply hasn’t been a project that I have thrown at them that they have not been able to complete to perfection. They show up on time, work quietly and efficiently and do the highest quality work. I cannot recommend them highly enough."
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Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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Emergency services offered
"Daniel did a fine job. Wow, what a Difference. Going from twenty year old Philips tubes TV - very heavy - to the high resolution HD Best Buy "Insignia" 32 inch TV. The old TV died two days ago. This was a big deal in my life, switching TVs. This all got done more simply than I imagined. Set up new TV with take away old TV."
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Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
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Emergency services offered
"Josh did a great job on my roofing repair! He showed up when he said he would, and the roof looks great! He also installed some replacement skylights and siding. He sent many pics of the job as I wasn’t able to be there when the work was performed. I will definitely use him again."
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Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1922
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Emergency services offered
"installation happened on time with no issues and the crew was polite, punctual and efficient."
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Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I needed to have the opening for a new garage door reinforced to support the new door, and have the cracked and uneven concrete floor of my pre-1947 garage repaired. Sebastian confirmed our appointment by phone and arrived on time to take a look at the project. He understood what the garage door installers needed to have done in order to install the new door and suggested a couple of alternatives to complete the project. He clearly explained the work that needed to be done. Sebastian's estimate arrived when he said it would. He kept me updated during every step of the job. He and his crew cleaned up after themselves after each day's work. I was very impressed with Sebastian's professionalism and attention to detail and would definitely him again."
Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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"Did a great job replacing the weather stripping and ended up having to add to this project and fix the door’s lock. Would hire again!"
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Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Customers say: True professional
"The bathroom remodeling was a remarkable transformation, turning our outdated space into a luxurious retreat. We're enamored with the sleek, modern design that enhances our daily routines with elegance and comfort."
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Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Company was on time and very professional."
Serving Hayward, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I had my garden and bathroom remodel done. Albert and Samuel were professional, friendly, and a delight to work with. They're responsive and reliable. I also like the subcontractors whom they used on my project. They kept me informed of everything and I appreciate their excellent work."
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