The First Handyman

(440 reviews)

We've hired John David many times over the past 13 years. He's always shown up on time, been there…read morewhen we needed him and done quality work every time. He's professional and when we've needed him to work with our tenants to schedule, he's always kept everyone happy! Thanks John David!

Great service, very trustworthy, professional and reliable. I highly recommend him. He was prompt,…read moreknowledgeable. The entire experience was smooth, and his expertise really showed throughout the process.

She Fixed It

(157 reviews)

Kelly was amazing! She helped repair a handrail that had fallen off our wall and some other dry…read morewall issues. And she also helped install a wall/bench mount for our mud room which turned out perfect. We'll definitely use her again And we highly recommend her!

Kelly was quick to respond to my inquiry, settled on a date and time, made sure I had the hardware…read moreneeded and if I hadn't she offered to pick up the missing hardware. She was prompt, courteous, and got the job done quickly and easily. She also ensured the other screws were in tight and not brushing up another cabinet. Excellent service and great work and value. Will call for more work.

Fast Quality Service

(96 reviews)

These guys are good! Very responsive and so good at what we needed them to do…read more They took down a satellite dish on our steep roof and were efficient and careful. We have an older home with slate tiles and it was important to us that we had a professional do the job. Malik came and his partner (didn't get his name) were so kind and did an amazing job.

I have been searching for an experienced handyman for several projects and discovered Adlan on…read moreYelp. He has 24 5-star reviews here and over 250 5-star reviews on another site as well. I contacted him via Yelp and he responded in a few minutes. He is very talented and capable, way beyond my expectations. He came the next day, texted me when he was on his way, and quickly fixed a misaligned shower door that I had struggled with for a year. He re-screened an open vent to my attic by building, painting and installing a new framed screen. He has a very positive attitude, communicates well, and I think he can do most anything including full bathroom remodeling. I will definitely call him for future needs, and even bigger projects.

Sam’s Handyman Services

(62 reviews)

Nick and Max of Sam's Handyman Services did an amazing job of installing our new garbage disposal…read more They came over with their tools and expertise and had the old disposal out and the new one in place quickly. We felt like we were not able to diy this job and Nick and Max had a reasonable price for the work and didn't make us feel bad that it was above our skills. Nick communicated with us through text and kept us informed during the whole time he was scheduling and working on the job. They were tidy during the work and respectful of our kitchen tile. Nick even offered to take our old disposal and dispose of it. They left our kitchen very clean after their work. Nick said if our disposal leaked to contact him and they would come back and fix the leak as part of the job. It did leak and they came back the very next day, added some stuff they picked up on their way to our house and took the whole thing out and reinstalled. It has not leaked since they were last here. We were very impressed with their expertise and customer service and are going to have them do some more jobs at our vintage home. It has been challenging for us to find reliable and reasonable handyman services and are grateful for Sam's Handyman Services with Nick and Max.

It can be difficult to find reliable home improvement services for smaller projects, especially…read morewhen many companies require a minimum job size. We needed several repairs, including fixing sliding closet doors that would no longer open or close properly, repairing and painting sections of drywall, and installing LVP flooring. Nick and his team came to the rescue, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Their attention to detail and craftsmanship were outstanding. Nick communicated with us throughout the entire process and provided thoughtful recommendations on the paint and flooring to ensure everything looked great. The pricing was very reasonable, especially considering the high quality of the work. We are extremely pleased with Sam's Handyman Services and grateful for Nick and his team's professionalism and expertise. We will definitely be using them again for future home improvement projects and highly recommend them to others.

Simple Pro Handyman

(138 reviews)

just now New Tuck was…read morevery thorough in his repairs. That he did for both are sink. And some electrical a receptacle replacements, and given that the wiring in our place is less than perfect, he was able to ascertain what the problem was.And help get our receptacles changed out.And all, in all he did a very great job. This was all done for a reasonable rate and excellent workmanship!

Tuck came the next day and got the job done…read more Finished same day and very happy with the results! *If any issues arise I'll edit my review as needed.

The San Diego Handyman

(62 reviews)

We found Dan through the company that we hired to paint our kitchen cabinets. He organized and…read moremanaged all the other elements of our kitchen "glow up": countertop installation, electrical, plumbing, and new appliances. He quoted us a very fair price, and was kind, honest, reliable, and a good communicator. All the other subcontractors he engaged were great people and easy to work with. We look forward to working with Dan again

Quality service. Arrived on time and was professional. We would use him again. He had to do quite a…read morebit of drilling on our doors to get the new handles and locks in place.

Elite Handyman Service

(27 reviews)

The perfect handyman shows up on time, is expert in a wide range of areas, is collaborative on…read morethings that require decisions, is quality oriented, strongly wants to fix things perfectly the first time, and cleans up after the work is done. That's Fred to a tee! We consider ourselves super lucky to have had his help for the past six years. If you are looking for a top-notch handyman, who can handle small jobs or substantial construction jobs, you can't do better than Fred Goldberg.

Fred is the best. His work is high quality. He seems to know how to tackle any kind of home repair…read more I've been through a few handypeople, but once I discovered Fred I've had no need to find another. On time. Professional. Fair pricing. Go with Fred. You won't be disappointed.

TOP TEAM

(87 reviews)

Top Team member Sayat fastened a shade cloth to the upper surface of my new wood patio cover…read more Communication was exceptionally good. He consulted me as the work began to be sure we agreed on how the job should be done. He was also meticulous about cleaning up. The price was lower than all the other 5 bids and he couldn't have done better work.

The work was to uninstall dishwasher and haul away. Sean…read moreshowed up as scheduled and very calm and professional. He tried to help the situation properly. Price was reasonable and as quoted. Thanks for your help!

A Helpful Handyman

(22 reviews)

Alex came in and did an amazing job. He professional, fast, and super affordable. He is very…read moreknowledgeable and gave me options on my repairs. He went above and beyond to make sure the repair was solid. My floor was sinking and he was able to replace the subfloor. He also reinforced the entrance. He was able to complete this job in one day.

I had some dry wall work needed for my home. Alejandro was prompt on my appointment time. He got…read moreright to work, was very thorough, and communicated throughout the work. I would definitely recommend his services.

Handyman Dave

4.7

(74 reviews)

Dave responded quickly to my request. He communicated great via text and Yelp messaging. Dave…read morearrived on time. He asked pertinent questions regarding the job requested. The job completed is the installation of two shower grab bars. Dave is experienced, knowledgeable and efficient. He cleaned up all debris . We were very satisfied and will definitely use his services in the future. Thanks Dave!

Dave showed up right in time, did a fantastic job installing a ceiling fan and ended up having to…read morereplace a switch. He had one in his van and took care of everything. I am planning on asking him to do some more work around the house as soon as he is available.

San Diego Drywall Services

(418 reviews)

Aaron was very professional, from start to finish. He was on time and completed the job in a timely…read morefashion and completed it well. Looks like nothing ever happened. He also gave great suggestions on how to blend the new paint, so the finish would be seamless.

Hey fellow helpers and searchers!…read more I just had to share my encounter, because I know and understand how hard it can be to find good work folk, that hold good work ethics and knowledge to share. If you're looking for a great connection and company to work with for your drywall needs I would highly recommend this company and the owner Aaron went out of his way not only to respond quickly but was extremely helpful in referring someone who could help in the time of essence that I needed. For folks to recommend and give positive references for other folks business speaks highly volumes about their work ethics and respect. The value is all in the work and pricing im sure is with in reasonable range for what you are going to receive. I highly recommend and I will be bookmarking this business for my near future use for other projects that are not in rush. Thank you so ever kindly again Aaron, very much appreciate your time and efforts to be helpful and best to be available. Apologies that time was not on my side to use your services but definitely look forward to working with you in the future! Best to those in search for good work and business, I give 5 stars A++ here. Best luck helpers! Cheers!

Lumina Builders

(257 reviews)

I had an excellent experience working with this company, especially with the project manager, Amit…read more He was fair, transparent, and checked in daily to ensure everything was progressing smoothly. We were also fortunate to have Eric as our foreman. He worked efficiently without sacrificing quality, was thorough in every aspect of the project, and consistently sought feedback throughout the process. His passion for his work and pride in delivering high-quality results were evident and greatly appreciated. I highly recommend this company for any home restoration project. Their professionalism, communication, and commitment to quality made the entire experience a positive one.

I can't say enough of how impressed my wife and I are with the team at Lumina. After 3 bids we felt…read morethe most honest bid was from David and we are so happy with our decision. We had an outstanding experience with Lumina Builders and couldn't be happier with the results! They recently completed a major remodel for us, which included a full kitchen renovation and a home expansion. From start to finish, the team was professional, responsive, and highly skilled. Thank you for making our dream home come true!

IZ Flooring

(273 reviews)

I talked to several vendors and eventually I chose IZ Flooring…read more They did pretty good job and I'm very happy with them. I'd use them again if I have future needs

Customer service and follow up is not good. I was a previous customer 6 years ago and they did an…read moreexcellent job on my floors. I was looking to have my floors replaced in another section of my house and I contacted this company. The person did come to my house for a consult on a Friday. He said he would see if they had my previous floors in stock and if not would explore options for me and follow up with me. That was in June and I haven't heard anything back. This was a disappointing experience and I will not be using them again.

Shugarman's Bath

4.5

(309 reviews)

We just had our new shower finished By Dillon from…read moreShugarman's bath Our unused bathtub was removed Now we have a large shower with two grab bars . Much safer For us. Dillon did a great job. Communicated every step Of the way.

I had a very disappointing experience with Shugarman's Bath Company…read more I first met their representatives at a local festival, where they advertised that they would provide a completely free bathroom design if I agreed to a home consultation and listened to their sales presentation. I specifically explained that I was interested in a full bathroom remodel, not just a shower replacement. Based on those representations, I agreed to schedule an appointment. When the salesperson arrived at my home, I was surprised to learn that the company only focuses on showers and does not provide complete bathroom remodels or custom bathroom designs as I had been led to believe. Despite realizing early in the appointment that their services did not match what I was looking for, I still sat through the sales presentation because I understood the salesperson was giving up his time to be there. The presentation lasted approximately an hour and a half. At the end, I was given a very expensive proposal, but no picture of how the shower would look like. When I followed up and requested to receive a picture of how the of the shower would look like as I was promised, I was told that they do not provide designs and that I should simply look at photos on their website (this statement came directly from Mr. Jones who was the lead design team. This was completely different from what was presented to me when I agreed to the appointment. I felt the advertising was misleading and that the primary goal was simply to get a salesperson into my home rather than provide the service that had been promised. I was also told that I could receive a discount if I left a positive review, which made me question the authenticity of some of the company's online reviews. Additionally, I was offered what was presented as a "free vacation" if I agreed to move forward with their proposal. However, as the details were explained, it became apparent that this was not truly a free vacation but rather a promotional offer tied to a timeshare-style presentation. This felt like another example of marketing that was not fully transparent upfront. Throughout the appointment, I felt significant pressure to decide on the spot. The overall experience reminded me of a high-pressure car dealership sales environment, where the focus seemed to be on getting a signed contract rather than understanding my needs and providing the services that had originally been promised. I believe companies should be transparent about the services they offer and should honor the commitments made to potential customers. Unfortunately, that was not my experience here.

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(21 reviews)

Serik did a very clean and neat job working to replace our undersink RO system and master bath…read moreshower. He can identify what is needed to complete the job even if the in-box materials are not sufficient to get things done. Will for sure reach out to him again for future plumbing needs.

I will have to say that Sam is a very honest person. When he gives you a quote he breaks down every…read moresingle thing that he will charge. You will not be fooled by him at all. He's very honest, very communicative, sends pictures constantly of the work he's doing and is all around an incredible person. I didn't have extra flooring so he went to shop around and look for the flooring that would match and make the right decision for us , he had to work extra hours to find the perfect match in my ceiling and he just did an incredible job. He offers the most competitive pricing.

The Handyman

(440 reviews)

We've hired John David many times over the past 13 years. He's always shown up on time, been there…read morewhen we needed him and done quality work every time. He's professional and when we've needed him to work with our tenants to schedule, he's always kept everyone happy! Thanks John David!

Great service, very trustworthy, professional and reliable. I highly recommend him. He was prompt,…read moreknowledgeable. The entire experience was smooth, and his expertise really showed throughout the process.

Fast Quality Service

(96 reviews)

These guys are good! Very responsive and so good at what we needed them to do…read more They took down a satellite dish on our steep roof and were efficient and careful. We have an older home with slate tiles and it was important to us that we had a professional do the job. Malik came and his partner (didn't get his name) were so kind and did an amazing job.

I have been searching for an experienced handyman for several projects and discovered Adlan on…read moreYelp. He has 24 5-star reviews here and over 250 5-star reviews on another site as well. I contacted him via Yelp and he responded in a few minutes. He is very talented and capable, way beyond my expectations. He came the next day, texted me when he was on his way, and quickly fixed a misaligned shower door that I had struggled with for a year. He re-screened an open vent to my attic by building, painting and installing a new framed screen. He has a very positive attitude, communicates well, and I think he can do most anything including full bathroom remodeling. I will definitely call him for future needs, and even bigger projects.

TOP TEAM

(87 reviews)

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Sam’s Handyman Services

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