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Avatar for Proactive Prevention

Proactive Prevention

320 W Ohio St
5.00(
19
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Approved Pro

Proactive Prevention

320 W Ohio St
5.00(
19
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
276 local quotes requested

Now the purpose of our business is to help you feel relieved that you are working with a professional friend in the handyman maintenance business that you can trust to help you find efficient proactive solutions for your home or business. And by giving you an excellent experience this causes you to want to introduce us to the people you care about most.

"It went very well. Ken was punctual and went to work straight away. He explained what he was doing with my vintage light fixture. He was so professional. I appreciate ProActiv handyman services. I've recommended them to several neighbors."

Rosalind S on September 2025

Now the purpose of our business is to help you feel relieved that you are working with a professional friend in the handyman maintenance business that you can trust to help you find efficient proactive solutions for your home or business. And by giving you an excellent experience this causes you to want to introduce us to the people you care about most.

"It went very well. Ken was punctual and went to work straight away. He explained what he was doing with my vintage light fixture. He was so professional. I appreciate ProActiv handyman services. I've recommended them to several neighbors."

Rosalind S on September 2025


Fix it

2109 South 58th Court
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro

Fix it

2109 South 58th Court
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
125 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a handyman professional that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"A special shoutout to Mr. Isrsel Chavez. He was simply amazing. He assembled about 10-items for me. Isrsel was a true gentleman, polite and kind. I will trust him to complete any upcoming project. Thank you Isrsel, a project well-done."

Josephine W on September 2025

Our mission is to be a handyman professional that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"A special shoutout to Mr. Isrsel Chavez. He was simply amazing. He assembled about 10-items for me. Isrsel was a true gentleman, polite and kind. I will trust him to complete any upcoming project. Thank you Isrsel, a project well-done."

Josephine W on September 2025


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Santos Construction LLC

15620 117th Court
4.43(
7
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Santos Construction LLC

15620 117th Court
4.43(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
544 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Welcome! Santos Construction LLC is a family operated company with over 15 years of combined experience in the residential construction area. We are known for providing the very best quality and professional services to the suburbs and Chicagoland area. We specialize in interior and exterior remodeling services such as: Interior Remodeling • Complete Framing • Additions • Dormers • Trim work • Doors • Complete Kitchens • Complete Bathrooms • Drywall • Painting • Subflooring/Flooring Exterior Remodeling • Siding • Hardie Board • Fascia • Soffit •Window installation • Window Capping • Deck/Porch Work • Garages • Sidewalks Shoot me a message or give me a call for any questions Best regards, Jose Soto -President of Santos Construction, LLC

"Not recommended"

KATHLEEN M on May 2025

Welcome! Santos Construction LLC is a family operated company with over 15 years of combined experience in the residential construction area. We are known for providing the very best quality and professional services to the suburbs and Chicagoland area. We specialize in interior and exterior remodeling services such as: Interior Remodeling • Complete Framing • Additions • Dormers • Trim work • Doors • Complete Kitchens • Complete Bathrooms • Drywall • Painting • Subflooring/Flooring Exterior Remodeling • Siding • Hardie Board • Fascia • Soffit •Window installation • Window Capping • Deck/Porch Work • Garages • Sidewalks Shoot me a message or give me a call for any questions Best regards, Jose Soto -President of Santos Construction, LLC

"Not recommended"

KATHLEEN M on May 2025


"Good. I would hire again 💯"

Matthew S on February 2025

With 15 years experience, IJ Roofing Solutions is dedicated to offering quality services, resulting in happy customers. I offer emergency services and can schedule appointments anytime for your convenience. Call today to schedule your free estimate!

"Good. I would hire again 💯"

Matthew S on February 2025


All Service Calls, LLC

9059 O'Neill Drive
4.98(
33
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Approved Pro

All Service Calls, LLC

9059 O'Neill Drive
4.98(
33
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025


My Property Masters

18 King Arthur Court
4.27(
147
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Approved Pro

My Property Masters

18 King Arthur Court
4.27(
147
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
353 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

My Property Masters Inc, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Northlake and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Very Professional and Respectful Very Satisfied "

Mark C on September 2025

My Property Masters Inc, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Northlake and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Very Professional and Respectful Very Satisfied "

Mark C on September 2025


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Slip Proof Safety, Inc.

8752 S 78th Ave
4.56(
85
)
Approved Pro

Slip Proof Safety, Inc.

8752 S 78th Ave
4.56(
85
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
17 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

Slip-Proof Safety does full service home handyman work specializing in home modifications for aging in place and disability accessibility. STAIR LIFTS, walk-in bath tubs and tub to shower conversions, wheelchair lifts, ramps (wood or aluminum, permanent or temporary) are some of our areas of expertise. We can also do general handyman repairs such as: HAND RAILS FOR STAIRS, widening doorways, pocket doors, drywall repairs, painting, tile replacement and repair to complete any additional necessary modifications. Although we specialize in home modifications for accessibility, we are also a well-rounded handyman service and can take care of most of your home maintenance needs.

"Frank's crew has done a variety of tasks for us: ceiling painting, checking plumbing, redoing our front porch, fixing light fixtures and wiring, installing sensors in garage and front porch, and replacing our front door and storm door. Salvador and Manuel work well as a team; they are both hard workers. They are friendly and willing to answer our questions as well as ask us about our preferences. We wouldn't hesitate to hire them again for our contracting needs."

Gail R on October 2019

Slip-Proof Safety does full service home handyman work specializing in home modifications for aging in place and disability accessibility. STAIR LIFTS, walk-in bath tubs and tub to shower conversions, wheelchair lifts, ramps (wood or aluminum, permanent or temporary) are some of our areas of expertise. We can also do general handyman repairs such as: HAND RAILS FOR STAIRS, widening doorways, pocket doors, drywall repairs, painting, tile replacement and repair to complete any additional necessary modifications. Although we specialize in home modifications for accessibility, we are also a well-rounded handyman service and can take care of most of your home maintenance needs.

"Frank's crew has done a variety of tasks for us: ceiling painting, checking plumbing, redoing our front porch, fixing light fixtures and wiring, installing sensors in garage and front porch, and replacing our front door and storm door. Salvador and Manuel work well as a team; they are both hard workers. They are friendly and willing to answer our questions as well as ask us about our preferences. We wouldn't hesitate to hire them again for our contracting needs."

Gail R on October 2019


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IK Home Pros

4654 West Barry Avenue
4.75(
58
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Approved Pro

IK Home Pros

4654 West Barry Avenue
4.75(
58
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
1000 local quotes requested

IK Home Pros, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business serving Chicago and surrounding areas. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Quick to respond and quality work for a reasonable price. I had a few dry wall patches that needed repairs. They were available within the week. Gave me prices over the phone and did phenomenal work. I highly recommend and will use in the future. "

Jeremy M on September 2025

IK Home Pros, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business serving Chicago and surrounding areas. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Quick to respond and quality work for a reasonable price. I had a few dry wall patches that needed repairs. They were available within the week. Gave me prices over the phone and did phenomenal work. I highly recommend and will use in the future. "

Jeremy M on September 2025


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YB Paint

3715 West Montrose Avenue
4.74(
41
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Approved Pro

YB Paint

3715 West Montrose Avenue
4.74(
41
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
32 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!. If you are looking for cheap jobs, don't call me. If you want jobs in perfect quality and excellent finishes, you already have my number. If you want to see more projects you can enter my page ybconstruction.org or my instagran @ybconstruction_corp

"Very reliable professional and honest"

Ramin G on October 2025

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!. If you are looking for cheap jobs, don't call me. If you want jobs in perfect quality and excellent finishes, you already have my number. If you want to see more projects you can enter my page ybconstruction.org or my instagran @ybconstruction_corp

"Very reliable professional and honest"

Ramin G on October 2025


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M3 Construction Co.

685 VAN BUREN AVENUE
5.00(
21
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Approved Pro

M3 Construction Co.

685 VAN BUREN AVENUE
5.00(
21
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
33 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Remodeler based out of Des Plaines IL doing repairs, property maintenance and remodels. Our clients include homeowners, management companies, retail stores & investors. We pride ourselves in focusing on the clients needs no matter the size and scope. Our clients appreciate not having to call many different contractors for their smaller projects. In addition, having the assurance of a solid target time frame for completion consistently.

"I highly recommend M3 Construction Company. Memo (the owner) and Kenny did a great job repairing various large and small drywall holes in our home (most a result of prior plumbing repairs). They also installed an access panel and a grab bar in the bathroom. Both Memo and Kenny were professional, polite, and did excellent work. I would hire them again without hesitation."

Katherine L on August 2025

Remodeler based out of Des Plaines IL doing repairs, property maintenance and remodels. Our clients include homeowners, management companies, retail stores & investors. We pride ourselves in focusing on the clients needs no matter the size and scope. Our clients appreciate not having to call many different contractors for their smaller projects. In addition, having the assurance of a solid target time frame for completion consistently.

"I highly recommend M3 Construction Company. Memo (the owner) and Kenny did a great job repairing various large and small drywall holes in our home (most a result of prior plumbing repairs). They also installed an access panel and a grab bar in the bathroom. Both Memo and Kenny were professional, polite, and did excellent work. I would hire them again without hesitation."

Katherine L on August 2025

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Handyman Services questions, answered by experts

Handypeople usually don’t hold trade licenses, so they typically aren’t qualified to tackle projects involving installing or making alterations to plumbing or electrical lines. Below are some jobs that a handyperson usually won’t be able to complete:

  • Installing plumbing for a new kitchen or bathroom

  • Replacing plumbing pipes

  • Installing or repairing septic systems

  • Running new electrical wiring

  • Installing a subpanel

You can find a reliable handyperson by looking at professionals in your area and ruling out companies with poor reviews online. Next, check each handyperson on the Better Business Bureau to see if they have a history of complaints and rule out those that do. Finally, you can contact each handyperson to ask the following qualifying questions:

  • What is your hourly rate?

  • Are there any jobs you can’t tackle?

  • Are you fully insured?

  • How many years of experience do you have?

  • Do you have references I can contact?

The type of contractor to install a washer and dryer connection can be a local handyperson or one who offers plumbing services. You might also need to find an electrician near you to help install the correct outlets.

For a gas dryer, the type of contractor to run a gas line is either a local plumber or an HVAC specialist near you.

Whether a scullery is worth it depends on how much you like to cook and entertain. If you frequently host gatherings—a scullery is likely worth the money. If you’re looking for ROI, it’s not so clear. It may not add significant value to your home, as it doesn’t increase square footage and may repurpose space that a buyer would have preferred to remain as-is (like a laundry room). 

Pros save time and ensure quality by handling complex tasks and repairs efficiently.

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