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
"Everything went well"
Lance T on February 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
"Everything went well"
Lance T on February 2025
At Big G Construction LLC, we specialize in providing affordable and high-quality handyman services. With years of experience, we are committed to delivering exceptional results for all your home improvement, maintenance, and repair needs. Contact us today!
"Loved the outcome. Job well Done. One tip, Big G should inform the client that they do not haul away waste. Quick fix, we bought the Bagster Bag by WM to haul waste."
JoAnn S on December 2024
At Big G Construction LLC, we specialize in providing affordable and high-quality handyman services. With years of experience, we are committed to delivering exceptional results for all your home improvement, maintenance, and repair needs. Contact us today!
"Loved the outcome. Job well Done. One tip, Big G should inform the client that they do not haul away waste. Quick fix, we bought the Bagster Bag by WM to haul waste."
JoAnn S on December 2024
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
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
Over the past 8 years we have been servicing our local residential neighborhoods and eliminating the frustrating "sticky-door" issue on old and worn sliding doors. Our goal is to provide the best quality service to our community and to offer a pleasant, safe, and efficient experience to our clients. If your sliding door takes more effort to open then it did when you first bought it chances are it can be fixed. Sliding Door Repair Service, Inc., has been servicing the residents of Illinois for almost a decade! With that much experience, our service professionals are door repair masters. We can do sliding door repairs or even just replace the latches and hardware! Nothing is too big, or too small for us! Give us a call today for your free quote.
"I was asked to hold the phone and waited for 32 minutes to finally speak with the agent. I decided not to use the company from this experience."
Jenny K on August 2020
Over the past 8 years we have been servicing our local residential neighborhoods and eliminating the frustrating "sticky-door" issue on old and worn sliding doors. Our goal is to provide the best quality service to our community and to offer a pleasant, safe, and efficient experience to our clients. If your sliding door takes more effort to open then it did when you first bought it chances are it can be fixed. Sliding Door Repair Service, Inc., has been servicing the residents of Illinois for almost a decade! With that much experience, our service professionals are door repair masters. We can do sliding door repairs or even just replace the latches and hardware! Nothing is too big, or too small for us! Give us a call today for your free quote.
"I was asked to hold the phone and waited for 32 minutes to finally speak with the agent. I decided not to use the company from this experience."
Jenny K on August 2020
I’ve been running my own handyman business for about 4 years. I have work in most of the trades in my life. I have experience with roofing, plumbing, general repairs, and assembly of furniture. Estimates are always free.
"Responsive, efficient and honest. Everything that you want for handyman service."
Joseph O on May 2025
I’ve been running my own handyman business for about 4 years. I have work in most of the trades in my life. I have experience with roofing, plumbing, general repairs, and assembly of furniture. Estimates are always free.
"Responsive, efficient and honest. Everything that you want for handyman service."
Joseph O on May 2025
ARDMOR Windows & Doors, is dedicated to providing expert Windows/Doors Replacement and Repair along with Glass Replacement Services. Our professional installation teams are committed to quality craftsmanship and customer service. Our years of residential carpentry experience allows our customers to choose repair or replacement depending on their budget. We are installing Andersen Window, Marvin Window, Integrity by Marvin, Advanced Window and other top brands. We do not provide same day services. Call us first.
"Did not engage w them"
Ryan H on February 2025
ARDMOR Windows & Doors, is dedicated to providing expert Windows/Doors Replacement and Repair along with Glass Replacement Services. Our professional installation teams are committed to quality craftsmanship and customer service. Our years of residential carpentry experience allows our customers to choose repair or replacement depending on their budget. We are installing Andersen Window, Marvin Window, Integrity by Marvin, Advanced Window and other top brands. We do not provide same day services. Call us first.
"Did not engage w them"
Ryan H on February 2025
Founded in 1974, Castino Restoration is your local neighborhood business that provides water/flood damage clean up & restoration, mold remediation, carpet, rug & upholstery cleaning, interior / exterior painting, stucco, carpentry, handyman, floor installation & refinishing, gutter cleaning & roof snow removal. We pride ourselves in being skilled, ethical, friendly & fast. And we always clean up everyday before we leave. Give us a call, try us out!
"Contacted them to by phone on 7/16/21 at about 9:30 am was told the estimators were busy but was asked to send an email of photo's I had of the problem as well as my contact info and estimator would be in touch. I sent email and received a reply from Billing Mgr at 10:02 am. That is the last I heard from them. Ended up getting work done by another company that actually replied back to me (that same day). With all of the other glowing reviews of this company on Angles list, I'm surprised."
Andrea A on July 2021
Founded in 1974, Castino Restoration is your local neighborhood business that provides water/flood damage clean up & restoration, mold remediation, carpet, rug & upholstery cleaning, interior / exterior painting, stucco, carpentry, handyman, floor installation & refinishing, gutter cleaning & roof snow removal. We pride ourselves in being skilled, ethical, friendly & fast. And we always clean up everyday before we leave. Give us a call, try us out!
"Contacted them to by phone on 7/16/21 at about 9:30 am was told the estimators were busy but was asked to send an email of photo's I had of the problem as well as my contact info and estimator would be in touch. I sent email and received a reply from Billing Mgr at 10:02 am. That is the last I heard from them. Ended up getting work done by another company that actually replied back to me (that same day). With all of the other glowing reviews of this company on Angles list, I'm surprised."
Andrea A on July 2021
With over 17 years of Plumbing, Interior painting and all facets of general handyman work, Home Repairs R Us continues to be South/Southwest Chicago's "One Stop Home Repair Service Shop". Deal direct with owner Eric Henry and his dedicated, professional crew on any handyman job you need completed. Eric's wide home repair skill set makes it convenient for any home owner to make one call and accomplish just about any service needed at your residence or business. Call us today!
"Everything is beautiful. The two of them tackle it in two days. I'm very happy with the work."
JEROME W on November 2020
With over 17 years of Plumbing, Interior painting and all facets of general handyman work, Home Repairs R Us continues to be South/Southwest Chicago's "One Stop Home Repair Service Shop". Deal direct with owner Eric Henry and his dedicated, professional crew on any handyman job you need completed. Eric's wide home repair skill set makes it convenient for any home owner to make one call and accomplish just about any service needed at your residence or business. Call us today!
"Everything is beautiful. The two of them tackle it in two days. I'm very happy with the work."
JEROME W on November 2020
We do work Insurance restoration, renovation. We specialize in Kitchens, Bathrooms, Decks, and Basements. Let's discuss how we can help you on your next project.
We do work Insurance restoration, renovation. We specialize in Kitchens, Bathrooms, Decks, and Basements. Let's discuss how we can help you on your next project.
French doors can enhance your property's appeal and marketability. Their elegant appearance and ability to flood spaces with natural light create a positive impression on potential buyers. While specific value increases vary by neighborhood and property type, these architectural elements often contribute favorably to overall home assessment. Many homeowners appreciate both the aesthetic enhancement and the practical benefits these doors provide.
For budget-conscious projects, single-panel vinyl doors offer the greatest value. Their streamlined design requires fewer materials than multi-door systems, and vinyl provides good durability without the premium cost of other materials. These economical options still deliver the characteristic French door appearance while minimizing expenses. Remember that simpler designs offer fewer customization possibilities.
A standard French door installation requires approximately two to five hours for professional completion. This timeframe includes removing existing structures, preparing the opening, positioning the new door, and finalizing hardware installation. Complex situations involving structural adjustments may extend this timeline. Additionally, special-order doors may require several weeks for delivery before installation can begin.
Today's French doors can provide good energy performance when properly specified and installed. Modern manufacturing techniques incorporate insulating materials and specialized glass treatments that minimize heat transfer. However, their large glass surfaces inherently provide less insulation than solid doors. For optimal efficiency in extreme climates, look for doors with thermal breaks, low-emissivity coatings, and multiple glass panes.
French doors traditionally feature hinged operation and divided glass panels, while standard patio doors use sliding mechanisms with larger uninterrupted glass sections. French doors open like conventional doors, swinging either inward or outward, and often include decorative muntins dividing the glass. Patio sliders conserve space by moving horizontally along tracks and feature more minimalist designs with contemporary styling.
Maintenance requirements depend primarily on your door's material composition. Wood requires periodic refinishing to maintain weather resistance, while vinyl and fiberglass need only basic cleaning. All types benefit from occasional hardware lubrication and weatherstrip inspection. Addressing minor issues promptly prevents more significant problems later. Following manufacturer recommendations for your specific product ensures optimal performance and appearance throughout its lifespan.