Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They went above & beyond. Excellent work & customer service skill."
Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
Warranties offered
Customers say: True professional
"Very well. Honest company and did a great job, very neat and professional. I would recommend them to anyone needing anything under the umbrella of home repair or remodeling."
Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"John and his helper Nathan did an excellent job!! They arrived when they said they were going to an hung a 65 inch tv and a 50 inch tv with no problem at all! The job was done in a timely manor. Both were very professional and friendly! The price was reasonable too!! I would highly recommend and trust the work of Affordable Home Repair for any job! Just an fyi…I told him I would take care of cord hanging down."
Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Justin was professional polite and very pleasant he worked hard to get the best price possible. Seem to be genuinely caring about our situation. We feel confident it will be a job well done."
+25
Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Hand rail for basement steps. Assemble new computer desk with 1000 parts. Power wash front and back deck replace bad boards and waterproof paint and stain"
+3
Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Estimator called to schedule a time to meet. He was approximately hour late but apologized for being late. Was very professional and courteous. Discussed options and recommendations for scope of work. He called the owner after we stated work was too expensive and arrived at a price we liked. We have reservations regarding a large oak tree and protecting the roots. The next day we received a call to assure us how the roots will be protected with a special membrane.
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+8
Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We hired SAL to install new ceramic tile floors in our hall bath, master bath, & master hallway. They also put in new 3/4 cherry hardwood floors in my master bedroom. The craftsmanship was immaculate. He shows up on time, worked on my job everyday till it was done, cleaned up at the end of the day, & most importantly was very respectful to me & my family. I am so pleased with the work that I would recommend SAL to everyone!!!! Great work, great price, great guy!!!
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+8
Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas
Credit card accepted
"very well, they aloways do a great job and we are very happy with the service"
+25
Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Quality contractors who take pride in their work are very hard to find, Especially if they are out-of-state. I live in California and this contractor is located in Illinois. Justin worked on a 3-bedroom, 2 bath rental home I own in Illinois. Justin installed a wrought iron hand railings on the front porch and also repaired cracked concrete. His personality matched his work ethics. Justin was professional and overall, was very easy to communicate with. he took pride in his work. It was truly a job well done. Thanks Justin!"
+68
Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"We had a huge tree dropped. He took care of cutting up the tree and disposal of the branches and limbs."
+128
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