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HANDYMAN LOS ANGELES

Handyman Services, Doors, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,

About us

Handyman Los Angeles provides professional handyman services. Upgrades, Repairs, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, punctual, reliable, reasonable pricing. We come to your home {no charge}, discuss your needs and provide a free written estimate.

Business highlights

30 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

CARPENTRY, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, REPAIRS, NEW FIXTURES, FLOORING, PAINTING, Doors not closing or latching, locks and latches repaired or replaced, new faucet fixtures, shelving, storage, blinds and curtains, Picture hanging, TV wall mounting, security cameras, carbon-monoxide/ smoke detectors, internet extenders, wireless-wired networks, light fixtures, dimmers, switches, outlets, fans, stucco and drywall patching, water filtration, baseboards, molding, landscape lights, program sprinklers.

Services we don't offer

Concrete, hauling, new drywall, tile, masonry, debris disposal, roof repairs, carpet, HVAC, glass, metal work.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

yes



Accepted payment methods

Check
PayPal

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.931 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
87%
4
0%
3
3%
2
6%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-25 of 31 reviews

Erin F.
10/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
other plumbers I called were not interested in assisting with this device because of the lack of installation instructions so they didn't know what to do. Craig was great. He did his research the best he could and gave me the missing steps I need to take in order to finally get this device put in. I am so excited to finally order the missing link piece and have Craig come back to install the device properly. He really gave his time to me on this problem. He definitely went above and beyond. I will be keeping Craig on my cell for all plumbing/handyman issues moving forward.
Description of Work: I have a very complicated plumbing device from Europe to install.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

David S.
07/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Great, excellent work.
Description of Work: kitchen and house general repairs

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Ron I.
04/2017
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
  + 0 more
I called Craig because my driveway gate literally blew-off during the past high winds. Craig got back to me right away and was right on time to do the work. He gave me an estimate and I hired him on the spot. He is very professional, friendly, and his prices are very reasonable. Best of all, he knows what he's doing. I would definitely recommend Craig for any handyman work.
Description of Work: Gate Repair

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

alan C.
07/2016
5.0
electrician, handyman service, plumbing, woodworking, interior painters
  + 3 more
unknown
Description of Work: Furniture component assembly.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Cyd D.
06/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Craig was very nice and quick. It was a tedious job but he managed his time well and finished the swing set all by himself within 2 days (total about 16hrs).
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

ROBIN V.
10/2015
5.0
doors, electrician, handyman service, interior designers, interior painters, outdoor lighting, lighting, plumbing
  + 6 more
Craig has been doing repair work for us for the last 8-9 years. He has fixed almost everything in the house at this point! He is great at troubleshooting and coming up with creative solutions to problems, including ideas on how to give a facelift to a tired table or armoire. I also rely on him for selection of paint colors and placement of pictures! We have a fence that would have already come down by now if it weren't for his ingenuity hard work. He never flinches when I change course and pile on items to my 'list'. We can't recommend him highly enough, even though we are afraid of him becoming too busy for us!!!!
Description of Work: patched and painted a bathroom wall, hung pictures, unblocked sink, rewired outdoor landscape lights, repaired outdoor fountain, assembled ikea bed and dresser and retrofitted with wheels and some other stuff I can't remember etc.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

Sean S.
01/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I live in Denver and he worked on a condo that I own in Los Angeles. Craig was awesome! He was communicative, easy to reach, quick to respond, thorough and fairly priced. I HIGHLY recommend Craig's services.
Description of Work: Plumbing item, seals on a shower door, cleared lines on a stove and cut an access panel in drywall.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$480

SUSAN N.
10/2014
5.0
handyman service, irrigation systems, doors
  + 1 more
I called and was able to schedule the visit within a couple of days. Quick response. On time and quality of work is excellent. I will schedule more visits with Handyman Los Angeles. Thanks for the great work!
Description of Work: Built and installed two new access doors for crawl spaces for under the house and replaced two lawn sprinklers.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$285

Diane K.
10/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Punctual, neat and beautiful results. A professional job done with no fuss. Easy transaction from start (bid) to finish.
Description of Work: Built a 20' long fence.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Phyllis S.
08/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Craig did an excellent job on the miscellaneous repairs around my house. He was very neat , knowledgeable, and professional. He also made some great suggestions. Also, I appreciate the fact that he was easy to reach both by phone and email.
Description of Work: 1. Caulked bathtub. 2. Tightened door knob. 3. Shaved bottom of patio windows. 4. Tightened and re-attached gutter.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Amber K.
08/2014
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
  + 0 more
On time. Calls back. Listens. delivers. No problems. Great job.
Description of Work: Built a storage shelf in 5x7 closet.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$235

Roland K.
07/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I called in the morning and Craig was able to work on my project the same day. He put together and installed 3 ceiling fans with lights. He was cheerful and was sweet to my new puppy.
Description of Work: Installed 3 ceiling fans.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$390

Abigail D. C.
06/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He was wonderful and I had a great time talking to him about the job, but he said that he did not service my area. I appreciated his honesty about the fact that it would not be worth it for him to come out to my area, and he was very polite about it.
Description of Work: I called him to look at my hardwood flooring.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Lynn S.
12/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Craig is the best. He is not only a Craftsman, he is easy to reach both on the phone and via e-mail, and he is always on time. One of my favorite things about Craig is his honesty. While he has been here I have asked him for suggestions on future projects and he has always given me great advice. Leading up to the day of the appointment, I always seem to have questions and concerns (usually that we might need a particular device or component) and Craig always calls me back or emails me promptly. Craig is well organized and plans everything in advance. While he is here he is doing the work which saves me money and time. He works within my schedule (I often have to leave at a designated time) and he always finishes the work on time. Craig is very easy going and regarding the earlier reviewer who wrote something scathingly emotional, be sure to read Craig's response. I found Craig on Angie's List right after I purchased my Condo in the Spring of 2012 and have hired him ever since. I give Craig the Handyman, Los Angeles, 5-Stars, All A's, and a rating of Excellent!
Description of Work: Craig hoisted a stack-able dryer back onto a washing machine for me which is set in an extremely tight space and (in actuality) required the efforts of two men not one. He reconnected the washing machine and the dryer after insuring no water was leaking (prior to his arrival there was a drip). Last August, Craig hung a flat screen television for me as well as a dual curtain rod in my bedroom and the work was perfect. I couldn't believe how little he charged me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Karl L.
11/2013
2.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I thought I had found a great handyman to do a number of jobs around our new house, including some carpentry work and changing out of a door. He was fine about coming to the house and going over the potential projects step by step. He gave us an estimate and we coordinated when he could do the work. After some back and forth over e-mail about installing an exterior entry door to our garage as the first project, I thought we were good to go. I guess I asked too many questions though, and suddenly I get an e-mail that he will be "passing" on all of our projects. I found it to be very unprofessional that we would get so far into the details of the work he would be doing for us, and then he backs out at the last minute. Now we have to start all over again with another person. I simply wish I hadn't wasted so much time with him if I knew he was going to back out.
Description of Work: He did not perform services for us in the end.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Response from HANDYMAN LOS ANGELES
[member name removed], first contacted me by email on Sept 29th,2013. we met 3 weeks later on a weekend on 10/19 because of their unavailability during weekdays 9-5. I came by, took measurements and pics, submitted a free estimate and a completion date [that being 1 week later]. Note: I could not quote on a security camera system, because they hadn't chosen the system of their choice. Also, [member name removed] wanted me to quote on helping jerry-rig his own plan for laundry doors... I noticed [member name removed] found that not too desirable, which I did too, so I quoted my alternative plan which they asked for. A limited estimate for an exterior door was approved, but then delayed by them. They decided to search for an upgrade... this delay essentially has lasted the past 4-5 weeks. They emailed me 21 times over this 5 week period [ all emails are archived ], and I responded to them all. I sent pictures from supply stores to help them with their choices. The fact is, this approved project could have been completed 1 week after quoted, were not for their delays and Q &A.: eg...They had family coming in that weekend...so that was no good. eg...after quoting them in the estimate on an exterior door, [member name removed] emailed to ask if the pics I was sending them were in fact exterior doors. More to the point though...during their delays, other projects were coming in and being approved, These new approved projects effectively have locked up my schedule for the next 7 weeks. I realized with the limitation of just being able to work with them on weekends only, it was not a good fit. I let them know I was booked up thru new year and needed to pass. I knew when I did that, they might post bad on Angie's list. They have....and I've responded honestly.

Michael G.
10/2013
5.0
handyman service, doors
  + 0 more
Wonderful! Craig is a very hard worker. He took his time installing the pocket door hardware because it needed to be so precise. Unfortunately, for him, the first set of new hardware didn't work out due to the poor design of the hardware itself, so we recently had him out again to install newer hardware. Both times, the end result looked great. He's very friendly, easy to get ahold of, and knowledgeable. He will be our regular handyman from now on.
Description of Work: He installed a new set of hardware on a set of tricky pocket doors, closed off a space under the stove that the cats kept getting into, hung a picture, tightened a couple of door knobs and installed two curtain rods.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

LAUREN J.
06/2013
5.0
handyman service, woodworking, doors
  + 1 more
It went very well. He was able to do the job a few days after our phone call. He even repaired an unexpected problem with one of the door casings at no charge. The new doors and repaired casings look beautiful. The price was extremely fair.
Description of Work: Craig removed two doors, cut to fit two new doors, hung and hinged themm, and cut out and fit two door casing trims.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$405

daniel J.
05/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
The handymand did an excellent job and i was very satisfied with his work. He was friendly, explained the nature of the problem, and completed the work in a very acceptable time frame. Unfortunately, last week, I dropped the remote device and broke it so I need to get in contact with the handyman again. I dont have his phone number but I remember he lived in Venice on Carrol Canal st. If you could provide me with his phone I would like to call him to set up an appointment to repair my garage door opener. Thank you.
Description of Work: I had a problem with my garage door remote control device. It would not open the garage door. I had lost the previous device. The handyman came on time, diagnosed the problem, and provided me with a new device programmed to open the door. I always used to garage my car so not having access to my garage was very frustrating.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Toi S.
04/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Before coming to Angie's List, I've had so many problems finding a professional contractor/handyman to provided me the service I needed. Even since coming to Angie's List I've run into some unprofessional contractors I was hoping to deal with. But for the first time ever I have found me a man that is not only professional and kind, but an overall great guy. Craig Paterson of Handyman Los Angeles, has provided me with the service I was expecting and so much more. His prices are reasonable, he's always on time, he works within the time frame discussed, and his work is always so clean and professionally perfect. He is God sent. I'm so happy I found him. Craig Paterson is now my go to guy for any handyman work I need. I recommend him to all Angie's List members. You will not be disappointed. Thank you Craig for being true to your craft and to your clients.
Description of Work: I had various jobs needed to be done in my home. Ceiling & vanity lights, ceiling fan, shower door, bath floor threshold, shelf and pictures installed, as well as a TV & sound bar wall mounted. I still have more things to be done, and I'm sticking with my go to guy Craig Paterson of Handyman Los Angeles.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Maeretha F.
03/2013
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
I had a pretty good experience with him and I will use him again. He charges by the hour.
Description of Work: Handyman Los Angeles did some plaster and painting in my garage. He does a really good job. It was a patch job, but he ended up matching the paint so perfectly that you could not even tell.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Rick B.
01/2013
3.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
All he did was put nails into the wall to hang the picture which I thought was too simplistic. I've had other picture hangers who put in special hangars and nails that would hold the weight of the picture and would not crack the wallboard/plaster. He also had no opinion on how high the pictures should be. I would have been better off doing the job myself. On the plus side, he came on a Sunday and he was a few minutes ahead of the scheduled appointment time.
Description of Work: Hired to do a professional job of hanging pictures on the house walls.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$100

Response from HANDYMAN LOS ANGELES
It's been 3 months since I did that job and 3 months since the customer's recent review about it. I arrived on time at 10 am and was there for over 2 hours. I think there were a dozen or more pictures to hang. Most pictures were small and light and had been hung before with wire on the back. I used picture hanging nails for some, and drilled holes for wall anchors and screws for others that were heavier [customer stating I used nails only is untrue]. I hung all the pictures, and leveled them all with a level. I finished, invoiced Rick for $90, and he wrote a check for $90, not $100 as he said. The customer then asked me to look at the cracks in his bathroom floor and give him my opinion. After I did that, he walked me out. His review 3 months after I did this job is the first time I've heard from him since. He has never called to say any pictures were falling or anything. Unless they've been bumped, I would attest that they're still hanging and level. I don't know...he's never contacted me. The issue I do remember with the customer was that he had trouble deciding which pictures he wanted where. When he could not decide, I would try to help. To say that I had "no opinion on how high" is not true. What is true, is that the customer wanted me to help him make decisions and when I gave my opinion, he could not make up his mind. He also wanted me to tell him if what was in the picture [the art, the colors in the art etc.] was the best for that location. I told him art is personal and advised he may want the help of an interior designer who is great with these situations. I offered the contact info of a designer I have worked with many times. He declined it.

VALERIE R.
10/2012
5.0
handyman service, woodworking, doors
  + 1 more
Craig was absolutely perfect. He was able to help me on the same day, kept in touch regarding his arrival time, arrived on schedule, and worked efficiently and expertly to correct an exterior door that no longer opened completely. He removed the door, planed the surfaces as required, and rehung the door in one hour. Craig is gracious, honest, and competent. I would use him again and recommend him without hesitation.
Description of Work: Removed exterior door, planed surfaces for proper fit, and rehung door.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

luke Y.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service, doors
  + 0 more
Craig has been extremely professional and courteous, and his work has been exceptional. He's responsive in returning calls and emails but is sometimes booked 1-2 weeks out (which is probably because many people are interested in working with him). In terms of pricing, I've found that his estimates are exceeding fair (based on a couple comparison quotes i've received from plumbers, etc.). Craig is also good about fixing other ancillary issues that he stumbles upon while working on the main projects. In short, I enjoy working with Craig very much and plan to continue to do so in the future.
Description of Work: I've worked with Craig for the past several years dating back to 2010. He's done a variety of separate projects for us, ranging from fixing an outdoor door and frame, fixing a fence, replacing bathroom light fixtures, stucco and paint repair, kitchen sink repair, bathroom faucet replacement, leaky faucets, tweaking rain gutters, etc.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Cynthia S.
11/2011
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He was fine. He was helpful and friendly, although he said he was going to fax me an item but I haven’t heard from him yet. Other than that, it was good.
Description of Work: Handyman Los Angeles fixed the garbage disposal, stretched the carpet enough to get it to lay flatter, gave me some advice on fixing a window lock, and consulted on an oven that wasn’t working properly.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$60

ROBIN V.
08/2008
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Craig sticks to the estimate price the best he can. He is easy to talk to. He is really reliable and creative. He also works pretty quickly compared to other people I've hired. He is almost like a perfectionist, so he may have to come out a second time to finish a job and get it done right.
Description of Work: Craig, the owner of Handyman Los Angeles, came and built a desk for my daughter. He also added the trim and painted it.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$226
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Contact information

432 CARROLL CANAL, Venice, CA 90291

https://www.handymanlosangeles.com

Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Not Licensed
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Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Doors,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Interior Painting,
Plumbing,
Electrical,
Lighting,
Lawn Irrigation,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Interior Design and Decorating,
Fountains,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling

FAQ

HANDYMAN LOS ANGELES is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

HANDYMAN LOS ANGELES accepts the following forms of payment: Check,PayPal
Yes, HANDYMAN LOS ANGELES offers free project estimates.
No, HANDYMAN LOS ANGELES does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, HANDYMAN LOS ANGELES does not offer a senior discount.
No, HANDYMAN LOS ANGELES does not offer emergency services.
Yes, HANDYMAN LOS ANGELES offers warranties.
HANDYMAN LOS ANGELES offers the following services: CARPENTRY, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, REPAIRS, NEW FIXTURES, FLOORING, PAINTING, Doors not closing or latching, locks and latches repaired or replaced, new faucet fixtures, shelving, storage, blinds and curtains, Picture hanging, TV wall mounting, security cameras, carbon-monoxide/ smoke detectors, internet extenders, wireless-wired networks, light fixtures, dimmers, switches, outlets, fans, stucco and drywall patching, water filtration, baseboards, molding, landscape lights, program sprinklers.
Concrete, hauling, new drywall, tile, masonry, debris disposal, roof repairs, carpet, HVAC, glass, metal work.

Contact information

432 CARROLL CANAL, Venice, CA 90291

https://www.handymanlosangeles.com

Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM