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
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
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.
D.W. Nellessen Construction is a family owned and operated carpenter contractor business. All of our employees are professional carpenters that passed a rigorous local and national background check. D.W. Nellessen Construction takes pride in every project to ensure the satisfaction of our clients from start to finish. We sub out work that we do not do, such as electrical, concrete, plumbing, Etc. D.W. Nellessen Construction is an EPA Lead Safe Certified Firm, which means that we are able to test for lead and properly work on structures built before 1978 where lead is present. Remember, on structures built before 1978, have to be tested for lead before any work is done. It is illegal for any person to do work on a structure built prior to 1978 that hasn't been tested for lead and if lead is present it is illegal for any person to work on that structure that is not certified by the EPA. $34,000.00 fine for not complying.
D.W. Nellessen Construction is a family owned and operated carpenter contractor business. All of our employees are professional carpenters that passed a rigorous local and national background check. D.W. Nellessen Construction takes pride in every project to ensure the satisfaction of our clients from start to finish. We sub out work that we do not do, such as electrical, concrete, plumbing, Etc. D.W. Nellessen Construction is an EPA Lead Safe Certified Firm, which means that we are able to test for lead and properly work on structures built before 1978 where lead is present. Remember, on structures built before 1978, have to be tested for lead before any work is done. It is illegal for any person to do work on a structure built prior to 1978 that hasn't been tested for lead and if lead is present it is illegal for any person to work on that structure that is not certified by the EPA. $34,000.00 fine for not complying.
CB Home Improvement & Maintenance is a new home improvement & maintenance company, it is owned and operated by career construction professionals with over 30 years experience in the home building and home improvement industry. Our resumes include working with several national home builders, real estate developers, and commercial construction companies. This has provided CB Home Improvement & Maintenance with years of experience working with homeowners, subcontractors, and municipaities. CB Home Improvement & Maintenance has the willingness to do the small projects and the ability and knowledge to handle the largest projects. CB Home Improvement & Maintenance is primarliy operating in Lake and Mchenry counties, but we do have a subcontractor base stretching from Southern Wisconsin to Northwest Indiana. This allows CB Home Improvement & Maintenance to meet homeowner needs throughout the entire Chicago land area. CB Home Improvement & Maintenance understands that the decision to make an improvement can be difficult. You have a lot of questions and we will be here to clearly answer all of them. All estimates are free, and we provide a limited 12 month warranty on all our improvements. CB Home Improvment & Maintenance is committed to providing our homeowners with the best Service, & Quality and we will earn your Trust.
CB Home Improvement & Maintenance is a new home improvement & maintenance company, it is owned and operated by career construction professionals with over 30 years experience in the home building and home improvement industry. Our resumes include working with several national home builders, real estate developers, and commercial construction companies. This has provided CB Home Improvement & Maintenance with years of experience working with homeowners, subcontractors, and municipaities. CB Home Improvement & Maintenance has the willingness to do the small projects and the ability and knowledge to handle the largest projects. CB Home Improvement & Maintenance is primarliy operating in Lake and Mchenry counties, but we do have a subcontractor base stretching from Southern Wisconsin to Northwest Indiana. This allows CB Home Improvement & Maintenance to meet homeowner needs throughout the entire Chicago land area. CB Home Improvement & Maintenance understands that the decision to make an improvement can be difficult. You have a lot of questions and we will be here to clearly answer all of them. All estimates are free, and we provide a limited 12 month warranty on all our improvements. CB Home Improvment & Maintenance is committed to providing our homeowners with the best Service, & Quality and we will earn your Trust.
My business career to date originated with River West Construction which is a family owned and operated business that started in 1987. Our business specializes in interior and exterior construction. During the length of my career, with River West Construction, I have built over 50 custom made homes and Commercial buildings including the following: Taco Bell, KFC, Qdoba (owned by Jack in the Box), Casey Muffler and Brake, Lime Light Night Club, and Badger Murphy. Recently, our family business has down sized as an owner operated construction business in order to efficiently meet the needs of our customers and provide them with the skills and expertise that we are equipped with, allowing us to handle any job. We are now able to focus on our customers' individual needs and meet those needs to our best abilities, providing high quality customer satisfaction. Through our owner operated business we can successfully take on home repairs, small jobs, or complete remodels. Upon transitioning to a smaller owner operated business, we are pleased to see a high turnover rate due to continued support and customer referrals.
My business career to date originated with River West Construction which is a family owned and operated business that started in 1987. Our business specializes in interior and exterior construction. During the length of my career, with River West Construction, I have built over 50 custom made homes and Commercial buildings including the following: Taco Bell, KFC, Qdoba (owned by Jack in the Box), Casey Muffler and Brake, Lime Light Night Club, and Badger Murphy. Recently, our family business has down sized as an owner operated construction business in order to efficiently meet the needs of our customers and provide them with the skills and expertise that we are equipped with, allowing us to handle any job. We are now able to focus on our customers' individual needs and meet those needs to our best abilities, providing high quality customer satisfaction. Through our owner operated business we can successfully take on home repairs, small jobs, or complete remodels. Upon transitioning to a smaller owner operated business, we are pleased to see a high turnover rate due to continued support and customer referrals.
Just Me Magazine was founded August 2012, to give small businesses and other an inexpensive way to advertise and be featured.
Just Me Magazine was founded August 2012, to give small businesses and other an inexpensive way to advertise and be featured.
ADDITIONAL PH# (773) 589-3521. ADDITIONAL DBA'S: A B C THE WINDOW GUYS, ABC GLASS ENCLOSURES, ABC WINDOWS.
"Good price. Professional install very happy with my new windows. Chicago Window Guys has it down to a science."
thomas b on December 2024
ADDITIONAL PH# (773) 589-3521. ADDITIONAL DBA'S: A B C THE WINDOW GUYS, ABC GLASS ENCLOSURES, ABC WINDOWS.
"Good price. Professional install very happy with my new windows. Chicago Window Guys has it down to a science."
thomas b on December 2024
Payments requested by Paypal, cash, or money order. 1/2 down balance upon completion. Employees on staff include plumbers, painters, electricians and roofers. Employees based on size of project. 5% off on jobs over $500.00
"The service provided was outstanding. I would definitely recommend to anyone who is need of repairs."
Jessica F on January 2021
Payments requested by Paypal, cash, or money order. 1/2 down balance upon completion. Employees on staff include plumbers, painters, electricians and roofers. Employees based on size of project. 5% off on jobs over $500.00
"The service provided was outstanding. I would definitely recommend to anyone who is need of repairs."
Jessica F on January 2021
Windows installation and replacement ( bow and bay as well ) Siding, Soffits, Fascia. Gutters, Doors, Glass Blocks
"We used this company because of a referral. If we could give this company a zero we would. We had our windows (Advanced Windows brand) installed in our home on September 13, 2021. FIRST; the crew showed up TWO hours late. No call to advise that they were running behind. We had to call the owner to be sure we were still on and he said yes. That was at 20 minutes late. Then we called again when they were an hour late. The owner said they were “probably” getting supplies. Still no apology. Then we tried calling the owner when they were two hours late and received his voice, which was full! So we couldn’t even leave a message. When the crew finally arrived, no apology. Casement windows were installed. One casement window installed opened the same as the other casement window instead of the opposite. Ok, fine not a great big deal. But still. Then one of the guys removed a tarp that they had covering part of our guest bed and lamp, knocking down the lamp bending the stem on it. He wasn’t even going to tell us. We had given them bottles of water. One of the guys working downstairs on the family room windows placed the water bottle right on our wooden top for our fireplace mantel AFTER we had provided him with a coaster. Had to ask him twice to use the coaster. We just didn’t want a ring on our wood from the water bottle. Another gentleman was a smoker. We provided him with an ashtray (outside) and he never used it. He used our driveway and lawn instead. Very unprofessional. We sent the owner a text wanting to discuss the experience. He never responded. If you want Advanced Windows brand, which so far we are extremely happy with DO NOT USE ROSTZORKVIT CO (Igor is the owner). Contact Advanced Windows yourself and use them directly, but don’t use Igor’s company."
Val C on September 2021
Windows installation and replacement ( bow and bay as well ) Siding, Soffits, Fascia. Gutters, Doors, Glass Blocks
"We used this company because of a referral. If we could give this company a zero we would. We had our windows (Advanced Windows brand) installed in our home on September 13, 2021. FIRST; the crew showed up TWO hours late. No call to advise that they were running behind. We had to call the owner to be sure we were still on and he said yes. That was at 20 minutes late. Then we called again when they were an hour late. The owner said they were “probably” getting supplies. Still no apology. Then we tried calling the owner when they were two hours late and received his voice, which was full! So we couldn’t even leave a message. When the crew finally arrived, no apology. Casement windows were installed. One casement window installed opened the same as the other casement window instead of the opposite. Ok, fine not a great big deal. But still. Then one of the guys removed a tarp that they had covering part of our guest bed and lamp, knocking down the lamp bending the stem on it. He wasn’t even going to tell us. We had given them bottles of water. One of the guys working downstairs on the family room windows placed the water bottle right on our wooden top for our fireplace mantel AFTER we had provided him with a coaster. Had to ask him twice to use the coaster. We just didn’t want a ring on our wood from the water bottle. Another gentleman was a smoker. We provided him with an ashtray (outside) and he never used it. He used our driveway and lawn instead. Very unprofessional. We sent the owner a text wanting to discuss the experience. He never responded. If you want Advanced Windows brand, which so far we are extremely happy with DO NOT USE ROSTZORKVIT CO (Igor is the owner). Contact Advanced Windows yourself and use them directly, but don’t use Igor’s company."
Val C on September 2021
Yes. You can retrofit a pocket door into an existing wall as long as the wall isn’t load-bearing and isn’t packed with plumbing, wiring, or ductwork. The job means opening the wall, sliding in a specialized frame and track, and relocating any utilities in the way. If the wall is structural—or crowded with pipes and wires—plan to hire a professional to ensure everything is safe and up to code.
Yes. A pocket door costs more than a pre-hung swing door because you’re paying for demolition and wall work in addition to the door itself. Hanging a standard interior door runs from $150 to $200, while a pocket door retrofit ranges from $1,000 to $3,500. That extra cash goes toward building the hidden cavity that lets the door glide out of sight and frees up floor space.
To frame or retrofit a pocket door, you’d need to modify an existing wall to fit the door and its hardware. This process involves opening the wall, ensuring the door has space to slide, and adjusting any wiring or plumbing inside. After creating the space, a new frame and track are installed to ensure the door functions properly.
Installing a pocket door does not significantly increase home value because its primary benefits lie in enhancing interior space efficiency and design. The installation requires specialized work that does not directly translate into measurable property appraisal gains. However, the refined look and functional privacy it offers attract buyers who value modern, well-planned living spaces, even though it may present additional maintenance considerations.
Installing a pocket door takes 6 to 12 hours of skilled work, with the initial installation phase completed within this timeframe. Additional tasks, including drying paint and repositioning plumbing, electrical, or HVAC components, extend the overall project duration by several days. This defined schedule is determined by your home’s layout, the type of door, and any required structural modifications, ensuring a precise and reliable installation process.