UPDATE: ZERO STARS. Right when I had a tenet move in Feb they said the shower leaked. They sent me a video but there's nothing I could do until they moved out so here we are. The shower pan was installed with no liner....that's literally bathroom construction 101. Which means I'm going to have to rip out both shower pans and have them redone costing me thousands of dollars and delaying me renting out the property. Stay the hell away from Russ. This guy is a straight-up con artist who steals and leaves a trail of destruction and unpaid bills. The work he did/subbed out on my shower was a complete joke. It's leaking through the floor pan, rotting the baseboards, drywall, and flooring. I had to chase Russ down just to get the subcontractor's contact info--(don't forget, I paid half of the shower cost direct to the subcontractor when it was already in the budget and was Russ's responsibility but I needed the job done). Russ blew all the money I gave him and it was NOT on my job because he barely bought anything. When I finally called the subcontractor, he told me Russ NEVER paid him the other half--what a shock. The subcontractor promised to get back to me in a week, then promptly disconnected his phone. And I'm sure you can guess Russ quit answering my calls and texts. So not only did Russ steal money from me, but he also ripped off his own subcontractor and left me with a total mess. Russ is the definition of a crook. He'll leave you with unfinished work, unpaid contractors, and a pile of garbage that costs you even more to fix. AVOID HIM AT ALL COSTS. Worst experience ever. read more

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Thoroughly satisfied with Russ and his craftsmanship! I hired Russ to disassemble a sunroom which was closing in my back patio. Russ was the only handyman whom I contacted that offered to come out and provide an estimate. During the estimate Russ was able to recognize some of the challenges such as needing to rewire electrical and that it wasn't going to be just taking apart some screws. Thought his pricing was reasonable, he had the tools and knowledge to do everything, the end result looked great, and Russ was an all around cool guy who was pleasant to interact with. Will definitely hire Russ again. Included some before and after pictures read more

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We hired Russ to repair some pool tiles, fix a loose step to our jacuzzi and caulk our entrance way stoop and he did a great job with everything. He was quick to reply and started right away. I highly recommend him! read more

Hired him to do very specific work and it was not done professionally, when questioned he ignored us. Had to hire someone else to finish the job. read more

Russ was great. He did the work, took pictures, checked and rechecked to ensure no leaks, and a nice guy. Give him a try, he won't disappoint! read more

Thanks for always handling what I throw your way! Quality counts and I appreciate it!

Do not hire Russ Totah.  He walked off a job leaving only a shoddily done barely framed structure.  We signed a contract that required him to order materials that were never ordered.  He has failed to produce written receipts requested to account for the $25,000 dollars given to him for material his contract required him to obtain.  He had crews show up without proper supervision that had no idea of the building design which resulted in the wrong framing that had to be redone.  He had crews show up that couldn't do the work because he did not provide the materials they needed. Don't trust Russ with even your smallest handyman job. Rachael F read more

Russ Handyman and Construction just completed a kitchen remodel at our home and I am beyond impressed! We had a dated kitchen with old cabinets and a sad looking counter top. Russ Handyman and Construction and his crew transformed it into a modern culinary haven. Brian took the time to sit down with us and go over every detail from the style of cabinets to the type of counter tops. We chose beautiful quartz that Brian recommended and the result is stunning. The installation was flawless with every seam and joint aligned. They also handled the backsplash installation and let me tell you it's like a work of art. The mosaic tiles they used are a statement piece that really pulls the whole kitchen together. The team was meticulous in their work ensuring each tile was set precisely. What really blew us away was how they handled the lighting. David suggested adding under cabinet lighting, which wasn't part of our original plan but now we can't imagine the kitchen without it. It makes cooking and entertaining a breeze. The crew was friendly, professional, and cleaned up every day, leaving our kitchen tidy and usable. They completed the project within the timeline they promised, and the finished product is beyond our expectations. read more

I have reached out multiple times concerning my project to remodel my home and I haven't gotten no response

Russ is a fantastic handyman. Very reasonable pricing and full attention to detail and extremely professional.

wouldn't recommend hiring him for nothing . he was late for the job that I wanted him to do and he was very rude when I try calling him and telling him that what he had done came apart. read more

Russ is a pro! Efficient and courteous. He hung acoustic panels on my studio ceiling. Since job quickly busy paid every attention to detail. I would recommend him highly! read more

Russ is a great handyman we just moved into a new house he helped us hanging pictures and tvs along with a gigantic stuffed marlin. He does quality work at a reasonable price I highly recommend. read more

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Never got back to me after meeting with me. We discussed in detail what we needed done but never any follow up.

Hired Russ to do an accent wall with laminate in our master bedroom. He did a fantastic job and even helped us put back the shutters on the windows and helped put back king size bed frame and mattress! Being retired senior citizens, that little extra help was greatly appreciated. Thank you for a job well done! read more

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I needed an emergency handy man. Russ returned my request immediately and was able to help me finish all projects in a timely and efficient manner. He is very reliable and is meticulous in his work. Would definitely recommend him to anyone!!! read more

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Russ did some work for us (Vigas post and roof issue), and did a great job. He was quick to respond to the request and did great work. We definitely recommend and will continue to use his services. Thank you! read more

Extremely prompt estimate and service, went above and beyond on the job, very professional, did not charge me for additional steps and materials needed that were unexpected (to make the work top notch and look great) - highly recommend, and I will be calling him again for anything I need done!! read more

Russ Is the Man! Hard Worker, Strong Man, And Skillful Worker! Best Handyman And Negotiable Pricing! read more

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Russ will get it done! Even if it is a really weird job. He's flexible and did what he said he would do, including when it was not the most convenient thing or the easy thing. read more

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Russ is awesome! He was responsive and very professional. He fixed a variety of issues for me from relatively big (a door had blown off the hinges and damaged the frame) to the small (a loose faucet needed tightening). He took care of everything on my list and came up with a creative solution for a few other issues in the house. Super professional and great quality. Highly recommend!! read more

Very upset!! It started out great! He was fast at initial response. We talked on the phone and he sounded very nice and said he could do everything I needed done. He asked me to send pictures of things which I did the next day. He said he couldn't come until the next Saturday which I said would work for me. We texted back and forth the next couple days about pictures etc and it all sounded like things were on track and we were to touch base on Friday to confirm time for Saturday. I texted Friday....got no response. I got up early Saturday morning to make sure I was ready if he texted or showed up....he didn't. I texted around 8a.....no response. I waited around until noon and texted again.....no response. He never did respond or ever show up!!!! read more

Never used a handyman before, and was a bit apprehensive trying one out. Well, hit the jackpot with Russ. Never knew a guy with so much talent and knowledge. That's saying a lot as I've been in the real estate development business, and have dealt with many contractors and tradesmen. He seems to relish a challenge, of which there were many on my job. Could hardly keep him in the saddle with his enthusiasm attacking the problem. There's much more to be said, but I'm sure you've got the gist of this guy's abilility and character. Hire him !!! read more

I contacted Russ by text, and he was able to come to our house the same day. He did an outstanding job correcting our large wooden front door. He knows his stuff and completed the job in a timely manner. Highly recommended. Thank you, Russ. read more

Helped me remodel my kitchen, Russ was very knowledgeable and resourceful, very reasonable pricing for the quality and service you get.

If you're looking for skilled, trustworthy, reliable professional who takes pride in his work, and goes the extra mile for his clients, you want Russ as your handyman. The wall mounted a/c in our rental had been leaking behind the wall and some mold had started to grow before we realized. Russ came over - ON A SUNDAY - and proceeded to spend the rest of the day doing custom drywall patching, baseboard replacement, repainting the wall, waterproofing the area, and installing the new unit. It looks brand spankin' new. Russ did top notch work all day, on a weekend. Good luck finding that kind of service. I was impressed, and brought him out for more work on a different property. He SAVED ME THOUSANDS of dollars in floor prep work that other handymen were trying to get me to do. Russ gave me honest, forthright feedback, rather than take the job and the quick money, because he cares for his clients and understands partnership. I'll be calling him again. And again. You probably should, too. read more

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My closet rod collapsed due to the weight of the clothing. Russ came over within a few hours and secured it back in place. He even helped me put everything back where it belonged. I will definitely call him for anything that may come up in the future. read more

Standup guy! If you are looking for an old school contractor who stands behind his word, is a hard worker, and a very skilled tradesmen, look no further. He is booked out a while but that just shows his quality of work. We where moving to a new house in 3 days and needed 4 rooms painted before we moved in. We had contacted several painters and Russ and everyone including Russ was booked 4+ weeks out. Russ could hear the pleas in our voice and with hesitation he put our wants ahead of his time with his horses after 12-14 hour days at a big garage addition he was working on. He put out a great price and said he would come over after his other project to get the job done for us. Like clockwork he called at 530 to let me know he was on his way. He spent 2 night from 6-11PM to get the 3D paint finish done (walls took multiple coating because of the dark color we were covering with white. He did a great job, and we so appreciate him taking the job last minute while having to have a neighbor feed and care for his Horses to help us. Thank You Russ! read more

Russ Handyman came to our new house on the day we moved in! He installed all tv mounts & hang all our art work and pictures. He did an MAGNIFICENT job at a fair price. We cannot recommend him highly enough! You will always be satisfied with Russ Handyman! read more

Russ is very much an open book, honest, and hardworking. His work speaks for itself. It's not often you meet someone like him with his skill set. Great work Russ! read more

After such a positive experience with our first project (new door opening), I hired Russ again to relocate and replace an existing light fixture. Like the last time, he was able to schedule me in just a few days. Also like the last time, he worked efficiently and skillfully, and the price was extremely reasonable. Russ is honest, hard-working, and generous with his time and effort. I can't wait for our next project! read more

Absolutely the MAN to call. Patient, knowledgeable, and get things done. No project big or small. Treats all customers with respect. If you get a second estimate..make sure one is from Russ. You can't go wrong. read more

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I contacted him and he responded promptly, and he came to my home the same day to fix the curtains, wall, etc. The experience of working with him has been pleasant as he is kind and knowledgeable. I highly recommend him. read more

Russ did a fantastic job doing some handy work at our house. Great, quick service, good communication and fair price. He got the job done.

We got a chandelier and ceiling fan from my father in law and they needed to be installed in our house. Russ came over and quoted a fair price and arrived the next day on time to do the work. He was expert and thorough and did a great job. No short cuts allowed. Great work. I'm having him back to build a shed and possibly move some doors and other things we need done. It is really nice to find someone you can trust. As you can tell I definitely recommend Russ Handyman. read more

I contacted Russ through Yelp to remove and seal up two dog doors. He responded quickly and showed up on time to provide a reasonable estimate and time frame. He completed the job within a few hours and exceeded my expectations by also using a texturing spray on the inside wall areas to match the look of the surrounding area. The external walls were patched and are ready to be re-stucco'd. Professional, prompt and solid workmanship! read more

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Russ handyman services was excellent he gave us a price cut and a very friendly man he will be my handyman to call he did plumbing service for us thank you Russ for your service. read more

After this guy read my one star review he had the nerve to deny that he was a no-show. I then sent him the text exchange where he agreed with my wife to show up on a particular date and time to review the job. Even after showing him the texts he still denies the conversation and denies having an appointment. Use him at your own risk. read more

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Russ is easily one of the best handymen in the Entire valley. Not only is he a pleasure to work with he is incredibly capable and diligent. He's done projects on two homes for me and will definitely work on more. I'm very glad to have found him and you will definitely be pleased with his service. Five Stars and Best on Yelp! read more

Requested a consult from this guy. Seemed nice and communicative at first, even called me and asked what I wanted done. Then asked me to text him photo examples and my address to set up consult. A whole day goes by and I hear nothing. I text him the day after if he was still going to be able to set up a consult and I'm just completely ignored and never hear back from him again. Really really bad way to make a first impression on potential clients. read more