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Art The Fix-It Guy

Handyman Services, Plumbing, Electrical,

About us

Owner operated. No subs. Charges by the hour.

Business highlights

23 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Handyman Services, Small Jobs, General Repairs.

Services we don't offer

Large projects, roofs, structural, plumbing or emergency service

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

4.9225 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
92%
4
3%
3
2%
2
0%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0
Showing 176-200 of 225 reviews

BILL D.
10/2016
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: HE did a few things for us. He fixed a plumbing issue. He fixed a drawer and looked at a light. We have used Art for a long time. He comes right over. We are a long time user of him. He does very good work.

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

James B.
11/2015
5.0
flooring contractor, handyman service, woodworking
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Repaired damage caused by Chipmonks to door and window frames, | |Also tried to repair a cement stoop by the door.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$470

RW Z.
05/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: Replaced sump pump.

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
$70

Leah H.
11/2014
5.0
electrician, handyman service, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Great, very pleased.
Description of Work: Several small handyman projects. Install ceiling fan, hang shelving.

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
$200

NIYATI S.
06/2006
4.0
drywall, plastering
  + 0 more
He was very good and polite but I feel he was a little expensive.
Description of Work: He fixed a small crack in my ceiling and some other small jobs.

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

$250

Response from Art The Fix-It Guy
I DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHY THIS MEMBER IS UNHAPPY WITH MY PRICING. THE MEMBER RECEIVED A WRITTEN ESTIMATE OF THE APPROXIMATE LABOR COSTS FOR 6 PROJECTS. THE MEMBER APPROVED 2 AND LATER A 3RD. THE WORK WAS PERFORMED WITHIN THE ESTIMATED TIME AND BILLED $185 (NOT THE $250 COST STATED). THIS WORK INCLUDED PATCHING SEVERAL CRACKED DRYWALL AREAS, CAPPING OFF EXPOSED ELECTRICAL WIRES, AND REPLACING 2 WATER SHUT OFF VALVES. AN APPOINTMENT WAS MADE FOR ME TO SAND & SKIM COAT FINISH 1 OR 2 DRYWALL AREAS BUT THE MEMBER WAS NOT HOME WHEN I ARRIVED. THE MEMBER APOLOGIZED AND PROMISED TO RESCHEDULE BUT NEVER CALLED AGAIN. THE 3RD PROJECT, REPLACING A STORM DOOR CLOSER, WAS DONE BUT NOT PAID FOR. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION. ART MATE.

AUGUST S.
06/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I received excellent service. He was responsive, honest and thorough. He also acknowedged what his limits were in doing plumbing work. The prices were very fair. He was a pleasure to work with.
Description of Work: He replaced wax seal under the toilet bowl. He tightened all connections, and stopped all leaks.

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
$121

SHARON W.
05/2006
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Very courteous man, but I felt price was high for work performed.
Description of Work: Repaired metal picnic table, repaired downspout, & removed basketball hoop from house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

$177

Response from Art The Fix-It Guy
I WISH THE MEMBER HAD COMPLAINED TO ME, BUT NO DISSASTISFACTION WAS EVER EXPRESSED. AT THE MEMBER'S INSISTENCE I PROVIDED A WRITTEN ESTIMATE WITH THE LABOR RATE AND TERMS CLEARLY INDICATED, EVEN THOUGH THIS IS NOT NORMAL FOR HANDYMAN CHORES. THE MEMBER AUTHORIZED THREE ITEMS I HAD ESTIMATED WOULD TAKE 3-1/2 TO 4 HOURS. THE ACTUAL TIME WAS ONLY 2-1/2 HOURS PLUS SOME MINIMAL MATERIAL. SO, MY INVOICE WAS ABOUT TWO-THIRDS THE EXPECTED COST. ACCORDING TO MY NOTES, TWO WEEKS LAPSED BETWEEN MY INITIAL FREE INSPECTION VISIT AND COMPLETION OF THE CHORES. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION. ART MATE.

MARIA R.
04/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Art responded promptly to my email, and made time out of his busy schedule to come look at my toilet, which was leaking. It turns out the flushing system is very old and just needs to be replaced. Art did a small patch job to tide me over til then and didn't even charge me for it! I have a bunch of projects I'd like to get done around my home, in addition to the toilet, and as soon as I get them organized, I will definitely be calling Art to help me out. Great service.
Description of Work: Took a look at a leaky toilet to evaluate the problem.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Gerald K.
04/2006
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Art stopped by gave me an estimate for the work I was interested in having done and set a date to do the work. He showed up on the agreed date and at the agreed time and did the work for the amount estimated. What more can a person ask for!
Description of Work: Installed a junction box for a light fixture and connected the wiring for same.

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
$130

jeanne M.
04/2006
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Art quickly responded to my call. He gave me fair estimates. I did not use him this time, but I may in the future.
Description of Work: Asked for a bid on repairing some tile in our shower, repairing water damaged ceiling and wall, fixing some leaky faucets, and replacing a toilet seal.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

RUSSELL S.
03/2006
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He was really better than satisfactory, an excellent worker. He stuck to the job, and his price was right.
Description of Work: He did some carpentry work, helped me put in a dishwasher, and helped me hang some cabinets. Charge is per hour.

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
$64

Mike G.
02/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Our kitchen sink was backing up, so I called Art on a Saturday morning. He had me describe the problem in more detail, and said that he thought my problem would require a professional plumber because it might be a bigger job than just clearing a drain. He turned out to be right because it ended up being a cracked sewer pipe underneath our house! Art was very nice and I appreciated his honesty. If there was a smaller job that needed to be done, I would definitely consider Art.
Description of Work: Kitchen sink was backing up.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

PEGGY F.
12/2005
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Art was prompt and thorough, very clean in his work, honest about what he can and can't do. Willing to see to or discuss potential solutions for ad hoc issues.
Description of Work: 2 hours @ $64/hour plus cost of materials. Fixed 4 pot lights, inserting new spring to keep light fixture flush with ceiling. Replaced light fixture above kitchen sink. Tightened kitchen sink faucet. Knowledgeably discussed insulation issues, dryer exhaust system.

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
$154

Ilene M.
12/2005
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Art was right on time, reasonably priced, and extremely pleasant. He was very honest as to what he thought he could fix, and what he couldn't. He was very helpful!
Description of Work: Art fixed a few odds and ends around the house: outside screen door, hung a fireplace screen, connected a TV., DVD, cable box for me, etc. Also assessed other items that need to be done in the future. Art is coming back to fix some drywall and hang a couple of electrical fixtures.

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
$165

VIVIAN L.
10/2005
5.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
I HAVE HAD ART BEFORE, AND AS ALWAYS, HE WAS PROMPT AND HARDWORKING.
Description of Work: I CALLED TO HAVE A SMALL LEAK FROM UNDER THE BATHROOM SINK FIXED. ART SPENT A GOOD AMOUNT OF TIME TRYING TO FIND THE PROBLEM, AS THERE WAS EVIDENCE OF WATER DAMAGE TO THE FLOORBOARDS. ART COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING RECENT AS IT WAS DRY. HE DID NOT CHARGE 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

LILLIAN G.
10/2005
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
ART IS GREAT! HE'S PROMPT & METICULOUS. THE SHELVES WERE PARTICULARLY DIFFICULT TO INSTALL & HE DID A GREAT JOB ON THEM.
Description of Work: INSTALLED SHELVES, A LIGHT FIXTURE, A DOOR BELL, & SEVERAL OTHER SMALL NAGGING PROJECTS.

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
$300

10/2005
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
THE WORK HE DID WAS GREAT AND I DIDN'T HAVE TO QUESTION ANY OF IT. HE WAS A NICE GENTLEMAN. IF HE WAS GOING TO BE LATE HE WOULD CALL ME AND TELL ME HE WAS GOING TO BE LATE.
Description of Work: HE NEEDED TO PUT SCREWS IN THE DOORS. HE ALSO FIXED A LIGHT FIXTURE AND AN ELECTRICAL SWITCH.

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
$120

BONNIE D.
10/2005
3.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
ART TOOK A COUPLE DAYS TO RETURN THE CALL. I TOLD HIM I WAS INTERESTED IN CROWN MOULDING, A DRY WALL REPAIR, AND RECESSED LIGHTING. WHEN HE CAME OUT, HE WAS VERY NICE, BUT HE SAID THE MOULDING JOB WAS TOO BIG (KITCHEN AND HALLWAY) AND THAT HE DIDN'T LIKE INSTALLING MORE THAN 2 LIGHTS. (WE NEEDED 4.) THE SMALL DRY WALL REPAIR HE SAID WOULD TAKE SEVERAL DAYS AT A HALF-HOUR A DAY. HE'S VERY MUCH A SMALL-JOB GUY.
Description of Work: DRY WALL REPAIR, CROWN MOULDING IN KITCHEN AND HALLWAY, 4 RECESSED LIGHTING CANS.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0


Response from Art The Fix-It Guy
PLEASE NOTE THAT I DID NOT WORK FOR, NOR RECEIVE MONEY FROM THE MEMBER. I GAVE A FREE AND HONEST EVALUATION OF THE WORK DESIRED. BECAUSE OF THE COMPLEXITY OF THE ELECTRICAL AND CARPENTRY PROJECTS, I RECOMMENDED SPECIALISTS FOR THESE JOBS. AS APOLOGY FOR MY TARDY RESPONSE, I EXPLAINED THAT I WAS INUNDATED WITH COMPLETING END-OF-SEASON OUTDOOR COMMITMENTS AND NOT READY TO BEGIN NEW INSIDE WORK FOR SEVERAL WEEKS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION. ARTHUR MATE.

CHRISTINE B.
08/2005
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
WHEN I INITIALLY CALLED ART, I LEFT A MESSAGE. ART CALLED BACK IN A TIMELY MANNER. WE DISCUSSED THE DRYWALL WORK AND ART WAS VERY GOOD AT EXPLAINING HOW HE WOULD REPAIR IT. I DECIDED TO GO WITH SOMEONE ELSE. HOWEVER, I WILL CALL ART AGAIN IF I NEED HANDYMAN WORK.
Description of Work: I WANTED ART TO REPAIR SOME DRYWALL.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

MELISSA I.
08/2005
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
ART IS A GENIUS AND JUST AN ABSOLUTE JOY TO WORK WITH. I AM PUTTING MY HOUSE UP FOR SALE AND ART WAS SO ACCOMMODATING AND KIND TO ME. HE CAN DO ANYTHING AND WILL LET YOU KNOW IF SOMETHING IS BEYOND WHAT HE WANTS TO TACKLE. HE IS METICULOUS, CONSCIOUS OF TIME INVOLVED, AND HE FIXES EVERYTHING LIKE IT IS HIS OWN HOME. HE EVEN TOOK THE TIME TO EXPLAIN HOW TO HANG OUTSIDE LIGHTS TO MY COLLEGE AGED SON AND HELPED HIM ALONG THE WAY WITH HIS ALWAYS SAGE ADVICE. AS I SIT HERE WRITING THIS, I AM GROPING FOR THE WORDS TO TRY TO DESCRIBE ART'S WORK ETHIC, FAIRNESS, KINDNESS, AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL. I DO KNOW THIS......THERE ARE NONE BETTER THAN ART....PERIOD.
Description of Work: PLACED NEW DECK LATTICE WORK, RE-CONFIGURED KITCHEN CUPBOARD, PUT IN NEW ELECTRICAL IN GARAGE AND MANY LITTLE JOBS THAT WERE LONG OVERDO!

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
$1,300

Marge M.
06/2005
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
ART IS VERY PROFESSIONAL. HE HAS COME 3 TIMES OVER A PERIOD OF A COUPLE OF WEEKS TO HELP PREPARE MY HOUSE FOR SALE. HE IS PROMPT AND RELIABLE. HE IS METICULOUS AND EVERYTHING WAS DONE PERFECTLY. HE IS EFFICIENT, PROFESSIONAL, AND FRIENDLY. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Description of Work: WIDE VARIETY OF HANDYMAN TASKS: RESCREENING, ELECTRICAL REPAIR, ACOUSTIC TILE REPLACEMENT, BRACKETS FIXED, PICTURES HUNG, DOOR JAM REPLACED, WOOD REPAIR, DOOR SWEEP ADDED, REPAIR A CABINET FRONT, INSTALL A NEW LIGHT FIXTURE.

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
$1,300

CHARLOTTE S.
05/2005
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
HE DID A WONDERFUL JOB, DID NOT TRY TO PUSH ANY OTHER SERVICES.
Description of Work: RE-INSTALLED A KITCHEN CABINET.

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

PATRICK L.
04/2005
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
ART GETS AN ''A'' ALL AROUND. HE REALLY KNOWS WHAT HE IS DOING, DOES THINGS THE RIGHT WAY, AND THE FINISHED JOB IS GREAT! PLUS, HE IS COURTEOUS, TAKES TIME TO EXPLAIN THINGS, CALLS BACK RIGHT AWAY, IS ON TIME, AND FAIR-PRICED. I WAS REALLY THANKFUL I FOUND HIM THROUGH ANGIE'S LIST AND WILL DEFINITELY HIRE HIM AGAIN.
Description of Work: WE HAD NEW MIRRORED CABINETS PUT INTO A BATHROOM. ART WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF THE OLD FLAT MIRROR, WHICH WAS GLUED TO THE WALL, IN ONE PIECE. I WAS IMPRESSED! HE THEN INSTALLED THE MIRRORED CABINETS (3), WHICH WERE QUITE DIFFICULT AND THE INSTRUCTIONS THAT CAME WITH THE CABINETS WERE POOR. BUT HE DID JUST GREAT. HE ALSO REPAIRED A LARGE CUT-OUT IN THE WALL DONE BY THE ELECTRICIAN.

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

JAMIE Z.
12/2004
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
ART IS PHENOMENAL! WHEN OUR ORIGINAL CONTRACTOR FAILED TO SHOW, WE SEARCHED FOR SOMEONE WHO COULD HANDLE ALL THE REMODELING ASPECTS OF OUR KITCHEN. THE ONLY PERSON WE WOULD TRUST THIS JOB TO WAS ART. THE ORIGINAL CONTRACTOR MISMEASURED EVERYTHING, SO ART WAS AN ABSOLUTE GENIUS AND MADE EVERYTHING WORK SEAMLESSLY! HE KNEW EXACTLY HOW TO TACKLE EACH JOB - HIS SKILL SET AND KNOWLEDGE IS UNBELIEVABLE. HE MASTERED EACH CHALLENGE AND MADE EVERYTHING LOOK EASY! HE ALSO FIXED QUITE A FEW OF THE PROBLEMS THAT THE ORIGINAL BUILDER/OWNER LEFT. WE FOUND ART TO BE EXTREMELY PROFESSIONAL AND JUST A PLEASURE TO WORK WITH. HE IS VERY MUCH THE PERFECTIONIST. OUR HOME WAS LEFT IN SPIC-N-SPAN SHAPE EVERY DAY. YOU WOULD NOT EVEN KNOW WORK WAS BEING PERFORMED IN THE HOME - THAT IS HOW CLEAN EVERYTHING WAS EACH DAY. WE COULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND ART FOR ANYONE LOOKING FOR AN HONEST PROFESSIONAL. WE WOULD ALSO HAVE HIM TACKLE FUTURE PROJECTS FOR US. ART IS JUST THE BEST!
Description of Work: KITCHEN COUNTERS REMOVED AND NEW ONES INSTALLED / BACKSPLASH REMOVED AND NEW ONE INSTALLED / MOLDINGS INSTALLED / MODIFIED STOVE-CABINET AREA / REMOVED WALLPAPER / PATCHED PLASTER WALLS / 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
$2,800

MARK B.
06/2004
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
ART PROVIDED AN ESTIMATE BEFORE STARTING OUR PROJECTS AND WAS VERY HONEST AS TO WHAT HE COULD AND COULD NOT DO. HE WAS ON TIME, VERY RELIABLE, AND THE QUALITY OF HIS WORK WAS FANTASTIC. HE RETURNED CALLS PROMPTLY, WHICH WAS EXTREMELY REFRESHING! HE HAS MANY TALENTS AND SKILLS AND IT WAS GREAT WORKING WITH HIM. HE WAS ABLE TO HANDLE ANY PROJECT THAT NEEDED TO BE FIXED OR MENDED.
Description of Work: ART INSTALLED AND REPAIRED LOCKS ON A NUMBER OF WINDOWS, REPAIRED THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS FOR A CEILING FAN LIGHT AND TWO DOORBELLS. HE INSTALLED A LATCH ON AN OUTSIDE GATE, INSTALLED A SENSOR LIGHT IN THE FRONT HALL, AND FIXED A FRONT DOOR LOCK.

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

Contact information

808 E Marion St, Arlington Heights, IL 60004


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:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

No License Required for Trade
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Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Plumbing,
Electrical,
Doors,
Lighting,
Interior Painting,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Drywall,
Locksmiths,
Ceiling Fans,
Drain Cleaning,
General Remodeling

FAQ

Art The Fix-It Guy 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: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Art The Fix-It Guy accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, Art The Fix-It Guy does not offer free project estimates.
No, Art The Fix-It Guy does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Art The Fix-It Guy does not offer a senior discount.
No, Art The Fix-It Guy does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Art The Fix-It Guy offers warranties.
Art The Fix-It Guy offers the following services: Handyman Services, Small Jobs, General Repairs.
Large projects, roofs, structural, plumbing or emergency service

Contact information

808 E Marion St, Arlington Heights, IL 60004


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:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM