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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

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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 76-100 of 225 reviews

Melissa G.
04/2011
5.0
handyman service, lighting
  + 0 more
Awesome! Art is always knowledgable and quick.
Description of Work: Art looked at a few projects we were thinking about and offered some good guidance about what to do/not do. He fixed the lighting in one of the rooms that was not functioning.

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
$25

JIM M.
03/2011
5.0
electrician, handyman service
  + 0 more
The work Art did was great. The outside lights still work and they look great.
Description of Work: Light electrical repair of existing wiring and fixtures. Instalation of new outdoor lighting on garage.

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

Gail B.
03/2011
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He shows up on time. He works efficiently. If he cannot do a specific job you ask him about, he will tell you so. The best part is he likes to do small repairs. We have found that most people who call themselves handymen want to remodel your kitchen or bathroom. They don't want to do small but necessary jobs. Often they come over and, when we show them three or four small repairs we want done, they act interested and say they'll call you next week. They never do. Except for Art.
Description of Work: Replaced a few parts in kitchen and bathroom, fixed a broken yard fence, and repaired a screen door. He has been here three or four times over the last year.

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
$100

MARY W.
02/2011
5.0
contractors, handyman service, screen repair, replacement windows, woodworking, interior painters
  + 4 more
Art surveyed the damage to our wood-framed windows, told us what he would do for them, gave us a cost and time it would take to finish the project.
Description of Work: Art sanded away the decayed wood on our windows, cleaned the entire window area and then sealed the windows with a high grade finish.

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
$100

kathy S.
02/2011
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Art knows his stuff. Having an older home is a challenge and Art has the working knowledge to know what to look for. He is extremely knowledgeable, thorough, neat and does a terrific job. He has now done many projects for me and I have recommended him to my friends.
Description of Work: I had a lighted power switch for my bedroom, which was blinking on and off. Electrical issues unnerve me, so I contacted Art and he came over within a couple of hours. He took a look at the switch, replaced it and it was good as new. I have to add that my home is appx. 100 years old with wiring to match.

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
$100

doug B.
01/2011
5.0
handyman service, replacement windows, doors
  + 1 more
He's great. He probably comes to our house once a month. He's responsive, professional and wants to fix the problem as much as he wants to make a living. Art will always put in the extra effort. I would tell others to hire him. For me he hasn't raised the prices because I've been with him so long.
Description of Work: I use Art the Fit-It Guy all the time. Most recently he fixed a broken bed frame and built a door to block drafts from windows in the basement.

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

allen B.
12/2010
5.0
electrician, handyman service
  + 0 more
ART WAS GREAT. HE TOOK OFF HIS SHOES AND USED A DROP CLOTH TO PROTECT OUR FLOORS. HE KNEW WHAT NEEDED TO BE DONE AND PROVIDED THE MATERIALS TO DO THE JOB. HE WAS NEAT AND SWEPT THE AREAS WHERE HE WORKED.THIS WAS A SMALL JOB, BUT I PLAN TO USE HIM AGAIN FOR SOME LARGER PROJECTS IN THE SPRING
Description of Work: ART REPLACED A LIGHT FIXTURE, REPLACED SOME INSULATION, AND REFASTENED SOME EXTERIOR SIDING THAT HAD BEEN PULLED AWAY BY VINES.

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
$118

DARAGH F.
11/2010
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
great. he was very helpful and did more than we asked in the right way.
Description of Work: came by to repair a door lock problem, and also repaired the screen door. wife loved him (for his professionalism and helpfulness) and i was impressed with the work.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$175

Marcy H.
08/2010
5.0
gutter repair, handyman service, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
Art was great! He responded to my calls promptly and showed up when he said he would. He was able to complete the jobs asked of him (installing ceiling fans, fixing a gutter leak, trimming trees, fixing a door) and was honest when he was not able to do something. He was upfront about cost which I greatly appreciated. He was friendly and I feel he cared about the work. He also cleaned up after each project! I would definitely call him again.
Description of Work: Installed two ceiling fans. Was going to install a third fan but the electrical work needed an electrician. Repaired gutter leak and cleaned out drains. Leveled garage side door that was scrapping the groound. Trimmed trees that were overhanging house.

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
$250

Susan G.
08/2010
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He did a terrific job. He was right on time, even called the night before to confirm the appointment. He had the highest quality materials with him, so we did not have to go out and buy them on our own. We paid him for the bars and the labor, and the total cost was reasonable. He installed the proper size bars just as we requested, and even offered a few really good suggestions. He took the time to explain what he was going to do in detail and got final approval on placement before he did any drilling. He is very detailed and professional. We have worked with him before and will hire him again.
Description of Work: Art installed safety bars in tub/shower.

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
$180

Barbara W.
08/2010
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
It went very well. He was very pleasant, helpful and knowledgable. His prices were reasonable and I would use him again in the future.
Description of Work: Installed a light fixture and fixed my exhaust fan in the bathroom. He also installed a light in my closet. He also installed a GFI outlet in our bathroom as well.

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

Teresa M.
08/2010
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Great. Art is very professional. I have hired him several times. Would highly recommend him for that 'honey-do' list.
Description of Work: hanging pictures, several very large.

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

Lee O.
07/2010
5.0
drywall, handyman service, remodeling
  + 1 more
See above. I would highly recommend Art-the Fit-It Guy as reliable and fairly priced. His work was very good and he charged much less than what we would have paid if we had hired a general contractor. I will certainly use him again for any small handhold, repair or remodeling projects.
Description of Work: During a bathroom remodel we discovered that we had incorrectly measured space for a built-in cabinet, and the cabinet would not fit into the alloted space. We were at a loss as to what to do. Replacing the cabinet was not an option. Art came up with a good idea-cut out drywall sections that would be hidden by the sides of the cabinet, thus allowing the cabinet to be fitted into the space. He then finished off the dry wall that was exposed, solving the whole problem

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
$250

Donald V.
07/2010
5.0
drywall, handyman service, locksmith, woodworking, interior painters
  + 3 more
The work went perfectly as always! He is good but has gotten expensive.
Description of Work: We have used Art in the past and can not complain of any of his work. However, the price at $55. p/hour has gotten a little on the high side for a handyman. But be certain you get what you pay for - excellence is not cheap! We had a basement stairway primed and painted, a door lock worked on a it was sticking and a section of a newly drywalled wall in the garage sanded and primed.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

JIM M.
07/2010
5.0
remodeling, replacement windows
  + 0 more
They did an excellent job and I would use them again should the need arise.
Description of Work: They did some remodeling and window replacement work for 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

KARL S.
06/2010
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
He was helpful and competent throughout. Outstanding.
Description of Work: Installed dead bolts and locks on two doors.

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
$100

Joen B.
06/2010
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting
  + 1 more
This is the 2nd time I've used Art. he's on time, professional, and knowledgeable. He does a good job very reasonably and will advise against something he thinks is unwise. (i.e. he refused to re-connect a hanging light that he said was a fire hazard and advised me to replace it.)
Description of Work: Various household repairs (replace electric outlet, re-fit door strike, assemble trash bin, re-aatach flag on mail box, clean three bathroom fans, repair lamp, repail towel rack).

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
$220

JENNIFER F.
06/2010
5.0
electrician, handyman service, doors, drain cleaning
  + 2 more
It went very well. Art is very friendly and honest. He did a great job educating us on the repairs he did, why he did them and at a reasonable cost.
Description of Work: We used Art to do a variety of projects in our home including faucet replacement, installation of cable line, installation of outdoor lights and door re-alignment.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Viktoria R.
05/2010
5.0
handyman service, doors
  + 0 more
Overall project went great. Will definitely call Art in the future.
Description of Work: I had 2 bifold closet doors that needed to replaced/fixed. Art was very quick to call me and set up an appointment to come by and take a look at my problem. The one door he was able to fix right then and there without charging me. He had to come back for the other door, which he was flexible enough to purchase, pick up and bring to install. I thought my price was fair as Art charges by the hour - and my price included price of door and him picking it up and bringing it here.

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
$171

C P.
05/2010
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Art is excellent at what he does. He is professional, honest, and likeable. His prices are reasonable and fair. He goes beyond the call of duty.
Description of Work: They replaced two under cabinet halogen light 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
$100

CATHY B.
05/2010
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
There was a large crack in a toilet seat at my mother's home. A bolt had fallen off and the loose seat became a safety hazard for my mother. I called Art and he was very responsive by phone and e-mail. First he went to my mother's house to look at the situation and measure the seat for a proper fit. Art was flexible in scheduling the repair to accommodate my mother's schedule. He purchased the seat and installed it within a half an hour. The new seat is very good quality. I think Art worked efficiently and did an excellent repair job! Art has done work for me and my mother in the past. He is very talented at home repair work and is a good communicator. Art has always been fair, ethical and trustworthy in his dealings with us. My mother feels very comfortable having him in her home. He has completed big and small jobs for her, all of them done to high quality standards. Art also provides excellent consultation about other potential jobs around the home. I can tell that Art takes great pride in his work and sincerely likes to help others and improve their home. No doubt, we will call Art again for additional work in the future.
Description of Work: Purchased and installed new toilet seat in bathroom.

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
$56

Jennifer U.
05/2010
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Overall, it was a good experience. Art was extremely responsive to our concerns and able to come out right away, very prompt, polite, and professional throughout the job. His rates ($70/hour) seemed a bit high, but we were willing to pay since he came out right away, and he has such good reviews on Angie's List. Also, the job took him about twice as long (4 hours) as he had estimated (1-2 hours), but there was an unexpected snafu on one door, and he only charged us for 3 hours of work, so that seemed fair...although still a little more expensive than we had anticipated. All in all, Art seems like a smart and kind guy, and he works hard and steadily --I suspect that if our problem had been electrical (his specialty), he could have completed in half the time. Recommend.
Description of Work: Art replaced door knobs and installed dead bolts on several exterior doors in our new home.

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
$225

kathy S.
05/2010
5.0
electrician, handyman service
  + 0 more
I contacted Art in the morning and he came by a few hours later. He took a look at my very old vanity, which wasn't really installed correctly to begin with, and knew exactly how to handle the job. I have to mentioned that I have an older home - 95 years plus. The mirror is connected with the light and a shaver's plug - all one unit including the switch. I have no plugs in my basement bathroom. The wiring is the old style with fabric covering. Art couldn't have been nicer - he fixed the switch, checking all of the wiring to make sure that I was safe and finished within record time. I was very happy someone even figure out the wiring to begin with, Art knew exactly what to do. He couldn't be a nicer gentleman to work with and his charges are reasonable. I have already scheduled him for additional work around my home. I am so very pleased to have found Art. Highly recommended.
Description of Work: Replaced switch in my downstairs gardener's bathroom on a very old lighted mirror with shaver's plug. The house is 95-years old with old wiring.

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

Richard S.
04/2010
5.0
drywall, handyman service, roofing, interior painters, doors
  + 3 more
The experience was good. They were middle of the road as far as estimates were concerned. They seemed a little more reliable so that's why we went with this one.
Description of Work: They replaced my gutters.

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

Response from Art The Fix-It Guy
As flattering a report as this member has given, I must honestly say it is not me. I do not do roof work or gutter replacement. I work alone and do small repair jobs, this work was obviously done by a large company. I vaguely recall visiting this member for a free estimate but "no bid" the work because it was too extensive.

IRENE O.
04/2010
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He responded to my e-mail promptly and said he works alone and relies on small jobs. He asked me to call him again with any small jobs that I might have
Description of Work: I sent him an e-mail describing my needs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

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