Mr. Handyman is a trusted professional handyman service specializing in a wide range of maintenance, repair, and improvement projects for homes and businesses. Known for reliability and skilled craftsmanship, the team at Mr. Handyman includes experienced professionals trained in carpentry, drywall, painting, electrical, remodeling, and plumbing work. Dedicated to delivering high-quality service, they prioritize customer satisfaction, ensuring each project is completed efficiently and to the highest standards. With a one-year warranty on their work, Mr. Handyman provides peace of mind and stands out as a dependable partner for property maintenance and improvement needs. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger project, you can trust Mr. Handyman to take care of it like family.
"It went great!"
Allen M on May 2025
Mr. Handyman is a trusted professional handyman service specializing in a wide range of maintenance, repair, and improvement projects for homes and businesses. Known for reliability and skilled craftsmanship, the team at Mr. Handyman includes experienced professionals trained in carpentry, drywall, painting, electrical, remodeling, and plumbing work. Dedicated to delivering high-quality service, they prioritize customer satisfaction, ensuring each project is completed efficiently and to the highest standards. With a one-year warranty on their work, Mr. Handyman provides peace of mind and stands out as a dependable partner for property maintenance and improvement needs. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger project, you can trust Mr. Handyman to take care of it like family.
"It went great!"
Allen M on May 2025
ONE CALL CAN SOLVE ALL YOUR HOUSE PROBLEMS Professional Handyman Services, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Tiling, Flooring Insured Bonded Guaranteed LIVE PHONE HELP Mon-Fri 8-5 email chat after hours... Chicago Home Repair License #2209943
"Gary did a thorough of replacing my dead sump pump and removing the back-up sump pump, also dead. He had to reconfigure the discharge pipe since there is no longer the back-up. There was an added charge of $20 for the additional parts, but no added charge for the labor involved. He even examined the third sump pump in the well at the other end of the basement. He pointed out that one was dead too. After watching him replace the main sump pump one, I feel confident enough to replace this one by myself. I would have given Handyman Pros a excellent rating for professionalism, but they did not inform Gary of the amount of water collected near the sump pump. Boots were necessary, but he only had gym shoes. I laid some spare boards that were available to keep his feet dry. Beware: Handyman Pros does not provide sump pumps. They only install what you secure on your own."
Tony L on April 2019
ONE CALL CAN SOLVE ALL YOUR HOUSE PROBLEMS Professional Handyman Services, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Tiling, Flooring Insured Bonded Guaranteed LIVE PHONE HELP Mon-Fri 8-5 email chat after hours... Chicago Home Repair License #2209943
"Gary did a thorough of replacing my dead sump pump and removing the back-up sump pump, also dead. He had to reconfigure the discharge pipe since there is no longer the back-up. There was an added charge of $20 for the additional parts, but no added charge for the labor involved. He even examined the third sump pump in the well at the other end of the basement. He pointed out that one was dead too. After watching him replace the main sump pump one, I feel confident enough to replace this one by myself. I would have given Handyman Pros a excellent rating for professionalism, but they did not inform Gary of the amount of water collected near the sump pump. Boots were necessary, but he only had gym shoes. I laid some spare boards that were available to keep his feet dry. Beware: Handyman Pros does not provide sump pumps. They only install what you secure on your own."
Tony L on April 2019
I've been working with electricity since college and advanced further through my job as a maintenance technician. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Oscar was excellent. He arrived right on time as promised. He moved a package that was heavy and began putting it together He worked with precision. We were very pleased."
Chandni P on April 2025
I've been working with electricity since college and advanced further through my job as a maintenance technician. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Oscar was excellent. He arrived right on time as promised. He moved a package that was heavy and began putting it together He worked with precision. We were very pleased."
Chandni P on April 2025
Pat Builders Inc. offers the following services: We offer window and door replacements, garage doors and openers, and we also install skylights. Additionally, we provide exterior repairs.
"It went very well. Peter was punctual and did a great job. He was very respectful of property and did the job in a timely fashion. He answered any and all of our questions and took the time to make sure all was good before leaving. He did the job in a very professional manner."
Tom R on April 2025
Pat Builders Inc. offers the following services: We offer window and door replacements, garage doors and openers, and we also install skylights. Additionally, we provide exterior repairs.
"It went very well. Peter was punctual and did a great job. He was very respectful of property and did the job in a timely fashion. He answered any and all of our questions and took the time to make sure all was good before leaving. He did the job in a very professional manner."
Tom R on April 2025
Doing the job right is the foundation to “Perfect Work”! We are Pros, Perfect is in our name.. We are highly experienced house surgeons. We are the ones to call when your previous contractor leaves you with work that is not done right. We can make it right! Also we can do very complicated and difficult repairs that most pros can’t do. Decades of home construction, repair, remodeling and renovation experience make us highly qualified as “Master Handymen”. We also have the tools and knowledge to conduct routine maintenance, inspections and to troubleshoot just about anything under your roof. Options with Rot.. we can save you Thousands!! Door Repairs and Install Slab Doors Install Exterior Trim wood rot Updates and Repair (Including Decks), Remodeling, Custom Carpentry and Interior Trim, Interior and Exterior Door Replacement and Repair, jamb repair, rot repair Maintenance, Inspections, Troubleshoot, Bathroom, Exhaust Fans, Kitchen, Smart home integration Ring Alexa Vinyl Plank Flooring Garage, Pantry and Closet Shelving
"Mike was outstanding"
Dale S N on April 2025
Doing the job right is the foundation to “Perfect Work”! We are Pros, Perfect is in our name.. We are highly experienced house surgeons. We are the ones to call when your previous contractor leaves you with work that is not done right. We can make it right! Also we can do very complicated and difficult repairs that most pros can’t do. Decades of home construction, repair, remodeling and renovation experience make us highly qualified as “Master Handymen”. We also have the tools and knowledge to conduct routine maintenance, inspections and to troubleshoot just about anything under your roof. Options with Rot.. we can save you Thousands!! Door Repairs and Install Slab Doors Install Exterior Trim wood rot Updates and Repair (Including Decks), Remodeling, Custom Carpentry and Interior Trim, Interior and Exterior Door Replacement and Repair, jamb repair, rot repair Maintenance, Inspections, Troubleshoot, Bathroom, Exhaust Fans, Kitchen, Smart home integration Ring Alexa Vinyl Plank Flooring Garage, Pantry and Closet Shelving
"Mike was outstanding"
Dale S N on April 2025
Infinity Home Improvement is a full line home improvement company. We offer retro-fit products such as Roofing, insulation and gutters and gutter protection. With nearly 50,000 previous customers and 20 years experience you can count on Infinity to do quality work for you and your family.
"They came and put in extensions on the gutters. One was very poorly installed."
Ismael M on July 2023
Infinity Home Improvement is a full line home improvement company. We offer retro-fit products such as Roofing, insulation and gutters and gutter protection. With nearly 50,000 previous customers and 20 years experience you can count on Infinity to do quality work for you and your family.
"They came and put in extensions on the gutters. One was very poorly installed."
Ismael M on July 2023
Welcome! Santos Construction LLC is a family operated company with over 15 years of combined experience in the residential construction area. We are known for providing the very best quality and professional services to the suburbs and Chicagoland area. We specialize in interior and exterior remodeling services such as: Interior Remodeling • Complete Framing • Additions • Dormers • Trim work • Doors • Complete Kitchens • Complete Bathrooms • Drywall • Painting • Subflooring/Flooring Exterior Remodeling • Siding • Hardie Board • Fascia • Soffit •Window installation • Window Capping • Deck/Porch Work • Garages • Sidewalks Shoot me a message or give me a call for any questions Best regards, Jose Soto -President of Santos Construction, LLC
"Not recommended"
KATHLEEN M on May 2025
Welcome! Santos Construction LLC is a family operated company with over 15 years of combined experience in the residential construction area. We are known for providing the very best quality and professional services to the suburbs and Chicagoland area. We specialize in interior and exterior remodeling services such as: Interior Remodeling • Complete Framing • Additions • Dormers • Trim work • Doors • Complete Kitchens • Complete Bathrooms • Drywall • Painting • Subflooring/Flooring Exterior Remodeling • Siding • Hardie Board • Fascia • Soffit •Window installation • Window Capping • Deck/Porch Work • Garages • Sidewalks Shoot me a message or give me a call for any questions Best regards, Jose Soto -President of Santos Construction, LLC
"Not recommended"
KATHLEEN M on May 2025
The Handy Veteran is a veteran owned and operated company. We offer free estimates and stand by our motto of professional and dependable services. We want to be the one stop shop handyman for you. We offer active duty and veteran discounts.
"Brad was awesome! He was so kind and sweet. He took care of the drywall and the painting in the closet. Very professional!"
Anna K on May 2025
The Handy Veteran is a veteran owned and operated company. We offer free estimates and stand by our motto of professional and dependable services. We want to be the one stop shop handyman for you. We offer active duty and veteran discounts.
"Brad was awesome! He was so kind and sweet. He took care of the drywall and the painting in the closet. Very professional!"
Anna K on May 2025
General Home Repair Company with the following specialties: Full re-model of kitchen, baths, basements. Attic Insulation. Full service Handyman and repair staff, with (4) service techs. All service techs are in-house, reference and background checked. Additional DBA: Silver Hammer Home Services
"Rob completed all work including fixing a plumbing leak, and several other replacement and maintenance jobs. Everything was done very well at a fair price!"
Greg D on January 2025
General Home Repair Company with the following specialties: Full re-model of kitchen, baths, basements. Attic Insulation. Full service Handyman and repair staff, with (4) service techs. All service techs are in-house, reference and background checked. Additional DBA: Silver Hammer Home Services
"Rob completed all work including fixing a plumbing leak, and several other replacement and maintenance jobs. Everything was done very well at a fair price!"
Greg D on January 2025
We go above and beyond for our clients. They are the reason we are here and we are very aware of that and make sure we honor that relationship. There's no feeling like exceeding a customer's expectation! From conceptualization to the final product, we remain engaged with our clients and it's a great service to them to make this process as painless as possible with fantastic results.
"This guy was great on time for an appointment on time to do the work done the work the way I like cleaned up after yourself and I would definitely hire him again he done a great job. The wife’s happy I’m happy."
Homer M on March 2025
We go above and beyond for our clients. They are the reason we are here and we are very aware of that and make sure we honor that relationship. There's no feeling like exceeding a customer's expectation! From conceptualization to the final product, we remain engaged with our clients and it's a great service to them to make this process as painless as possible with fantastic results.
"This guy was great on time for an appointment on time to do the work done the work the way I like cleaned up after yourself and I would definitely hire him again he done a great job. The wife’s happy I’m happy."
Homer M on March 2025
You can generally remove between 1/8-inch and 1 inch when planing a door, depending on its construction. Exceeding this range risks compromising the door's structural integrity. For hollow-core doors, only trim the solid wood perimeter frame. Always start with minimal removal and check the fit frequently to avoid over-planing.
For basic door planing, you'll need either a manual hand plane or an electric planer . Additional supplies include sandpaper for smoothing edges, appropriate paint or stain for finishing, and possibly a screwdriver for hardware removal. Painter's tape helps protect surfaces during the process.
A professional handyperson or carpenter can plane a door in less than an hour. This includes removing the door, marking the areas needing adjustment, carefully planing the edges, and rehanging the door. DIY projects often take longer, especially for those unfamiliar with the process or working with limited tools.
No, planing should only be performed on wood doors. Metal, composite, and fiberglass doors require different modification methods entirely. Even with wood doors, hollow-core models need special attention as only their solid perimeter frame can be planed. Always verify your door's construction before attempting any modifications.