JW Home Improvement

Handyman Services, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking, Drywall,

This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ stars throughout their time with Angi.

About us

JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!

Business highlights

24 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

Carpentry, Woodworking, Custom Molding & Trim Work, Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling, General Remodeling Projects, Dry Rot replacement, Decks, Staining, Power Washing, Exterior & Interior Painting, Siding, Drywall, Insulation, Plastering, Tile Work, Ceiling Fans, Minor Plumbing, Light fixtures, Caulking, Grout, Electrical, Door & Window Replacement.

Services we don't offer

Hardwood Floors, Landscaping, Hardscaping, HVAC, Driveway Repair & Installation, Carpet Repair & Installation, Re-Facing Cabinets, Countertop Repair & Installation, Spray Foam Insulation, Stucco, Appliance Repair & Installation, Sump Pump Repair & Installation, Foundation work, Underground leaks. We subcontract all major plumbing and electrical services.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%



Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.65,510 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
71%
4
12%
3
6%
2
4%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.4
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8

Filter reviews by category

Showing 976-1000 of 5510 reviews

Kim R.
09/2016
1.0
bathtub refinishing, handyman service, plumbing, home remodeling
  + 2 more
Not good. The guy that came to do the initial assessment didn't assess correctly and ended up telling the guy to only recaulk, and not regrout. By the time I realized it, it was too late for him to regrout since the shower had to stay dry after he caulked. I had bought a 4 hour package, so I had to come up with other little things for him to do and I ended up wasting my 4 hours on nonsense.
Description of Work: Re caulk and regrout shower

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
5.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
4.0

$200

Tina M.
09/2016
1.0
contractors, closet systems, handyman service, woodworking
  + 2 more
I was outraged with the cost of an estimate. I have never paid for an estimate on Angie's list.
Description of Work: As an almost compulsive user of Angie's list the last four years I was shocked to find that JW Home Improvement charges $50 to give me an estimate! As a 71 year old I have had the policy all my adult life of getting at least 2 to 3 estimates for a job. This has saved me a lot of money over the years because estimates vary greatly. The only time I have ever paid for an estimate is with our alarm company and there I was in a time sensitive situation. Of course JW said they would credit me the $50 if I had them do the work. But if I didn't I was out $50! In the last year we have remodeled our house extensively and I never once paid for an estimate. I am sorry this is their policy because their reviews were good.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0


Response from JW Home Improvement
We are sorry you feel this way. Our estimate fee is rolled into the cost of the project. Our estimate fee assures that people that want quality work done our seriously interested in our company.. A lot of our clients do have time sensitive issues so to assure that we can get to them in a timely manner we charge for the estimate which again is rolled into the cost of the project.

Bruce W.
09/2016
5.0
closet systems, drywall, handyman service
  + 1 more
Fredy Garcia and Ricardo Velasquez showed up on time on both days they were scheduled to be here. They were courteous and careful in my home at all times. They went about their work in an efficient and professional fashion. At this point, I would have to say that the items they worked on are at least as good as they were when I moved in (13 years ago), and in the case of a couple of the items, better than they have ever been.
Description of Work: Had several things to be done: 2 showers recaulked, some minor plumbing (leaky toilet, disposal replacement), remounting a fallen closet shelf, some miscellaneous drywall repair and patching (nail pops, seam splits, a bad mud job by another contractor, and the damage from the fallen shelf), and modifications to the cover for my HVAC air handler's wall panel. Finally, they helped me by removing a washer/dryer pair from a niche in my condo that was too small for me to maneuver in.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

SARA T.
09/2016
5.0
contractors, egress windows, handyman service, house painters
  + 2 more
JW Home Improvement met or exceeded all expectations. Bryan made an appraisal of the job and set me up with beginning the work the following two days. He was very professional and itemized the job. Alex and William performed the work in the subsequent 2 days and filled me in when I returned from work. They had sequential pictures of the work to show their progress and the rotted wood that was removed. They were very professional and showed great concern for avoiding soiling the carpets, etc. The job finished with the windows completely restored and looking as good as before they were removed. I have only the highest regard for their workmanship and professionalism.
Description of Work: Remove 3 basement windows (approx 2' X 3' ea), remove rotted window framing and replace with PVC lumber, replace windows, paint exterior and reinstall indoor trim.

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
$3,400

Bhuwan P.
09/2016
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Very well. Awesome Service! awesome people!
Description of Work: Porch Column Replacement.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Leanne C.
09/2016
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Guys did everything they had to do.
Description of Work: Revising my earlier review. Company bent over backwards to make this right.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Lisa E.
08/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Thomas Matamoros, the repairman provided by JW Home Improvement arrived timely and did an excellent job completing the work. When additional items were needed to complete the job, he was clear in saying exactly what parts were needed at the home improvement store. The work was completed in a timely, expeditious, and high-quality manner.
Description of Work: General interior repair work, some plumbing, some drywall, some 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
$400

Lisa H.
08/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Great! They were very professional, nice and cleaned up after themselves. The work was done in the allotted time. I would definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Installation of kitchen cabinets

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

Jennifer D.
08/2016
5.0
handyman service, pressure washing
  + 0 more
We were very happy with the work. Sam was our first contact and he was very helpful, as was everyone else we spoke with. Carlos actually came out to do the work and he was pleasant and efficient.
Description of Work: Repair of front porch steps

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

Nancy S.
08/2016
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
  + 0 more
JW Home Improvement were very professional, personable and did a fantastic job.
Description of Work: Replacing bathtub faucet. lever, and showerhead

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

Mary I.
08/2016
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I had Josh come out several weeks ago to provide the estimate and schedule the work. At the time, he told me I would need to pay in full and charged $424.00 on August 9th. He scheduled my work for Saturday, August 20th. Telly, the dispatcher, reached out to me the morning of the 20th to inform me that the technician's truck had broken down and they would need to reschedule. I was very understanding and just requested priority scheduling for the next open Saturday, which was today. However, I did not hear back from Telly and had to call on Wednesday to get the job scheduled. Telly seemed to have amnesia about our conversation and did not remember telling me I could have a Saturday appointment. He assured me I would have a technician come by today (August 27th) between 8 and 9am. Chris even emailed me yesterday to confirm the job. Unfortunately, the technician did not come and I called their office to inquire. Chris told me he could not reach the technician and didn't know what was going on. After paying $424.00 up front, wasting 2 Saturdays of my life waiting for this unprofessional company and then having to chase them to even schedule the work, I WILL NOT be using this company again. I asked for a full refund but Chris was unable to do that for me because only the office manager is able to do that. For their sake, I hope the charges will be reversed soon before I report them to the BBB. Completely ridiculous!
Description of Work: Dryer Vent Installation

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

$424

Anthony P.
08/2016
5.0
countertops
  + -1 more
Cesare was a wizard. He was able to match color with the existing grout, which was not standard and leveled the counters that were not level from when they were installed by the previous homeowner. He also sealed the backsplash along the entire length of the kitchen cabinets and the work looks amazing. He finished within the prescribed time and did a great job cleaning up!!!
Description of Work: Chalking and replace grout in kitchen. Level counter-tops and reseal/glue.

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
$149

Anthony P.
08/2016
5.0
decks
  + -1 more
I was called two days after the estimate paperwork was confirmed and a date was set and time was set. Cesare arrived well within the agreed upon time. He wore foot protection as he moved around the house to the deck. He went quickly to work and finished the job as agreed upon. The deck looks great!!!!!
Description of Work: Power wash deck

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
$199

Shennell C.
08/2016
5.0
drywall, handyman service, interior painters
  + 1 more
Just talking to JW Home Improvement over the phone gave me peace of mind. They were very helpful and totally understood my needs. They assisted me by making an appointment very quick and easy. Very polite as well.
Description of Work: Drywall Repair & Painting

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Esther P.
08/2016
5.0
decks
  + -1 more
Excellent. They did a thorough job.
Description of Work: Deck, shed and fence cleaning

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
$149

Laurie T.
08/2016
3.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I explained the urgency and tight time frame in my initial call. I listed the small projects I needed done. I scheduled an appointment for the work to be done the next week and left the required deposit. The day before the appointment, JW called and I discovered that their person was only coming to estimate the work - not actually do it. I would need to schedule the work to be done at a later date but they couldn't confirm they could get it done when I needed it done. I cancelled the appointment and found someone else to do the work the next day. JW did call back but by then I had already found someone else. JW kept my deposit of $50 and, in the end, didn't do anything. They seemed like nice guys and I'm sure they do good work. I just thought it was a little cheap to kept my deposit after I thought I was very clear about my scheduling needs from the very beginning.
Description of Work: I needed some odd jobs done quickly before I went to close the sale of my house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0

$50

Elizabeth Z.
08/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
We're happy with the work. It's hard to get contractors for small jobs, but JW makes it easy. We had purchased a deal through Angie's List for 4 hours of wood repair, and then discussed a bigger job when the estimator came out. We requested Thomas to do the work, because we were impressed by the quality of his work on an earlier job. We definitely recommend him! We opted for the repair using PVC instead of more wood to replace the rotted material. The job was done in 1 day -- 11-3/4 man hours, including having them purchase the supplies. There was some kind of scheduling issue, and instead of 2 men, only Thomas showed up at first. However, that got resolved within a couple of hours.
Description of Work: Replace rotting wood door frame & paint entire frame, repair & paint another exterior door that was sticking in hot weather

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$925

Sara B.
08/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It was wonderful! He is extremely helpful & I appreciate that he is trying to get me the best deal for the work I need done. I've already used them twice & I think they are a great company!
Description of Work: I spoke with Sam at JW Home Improvement about 1 of the Big Deals. He recommended that I did not purchase that deal because it would not be best for me. He was very helpful in explaining what I actually need & he is assisting me in finding a deal that is more appropriate.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Peter C.
08/2016
3.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
The work was great. The gentleman who did the work was professional and did a great job. Dealing with JW, however, was not great. Scheduling was a pain, their billing was all wrong, I had to make a bunch of phone calls to get these basic issues resolved. To be clear, the low marks in my review entirely have to do with dealing with JW - not the guy who came to do the work.
Description of Work: Caulking in kitchen and bathroom. I purchased a coupon on Angie's List....

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

$400

Response from JW Home Improvement
We apologize for your experience with our company. We are extremely sorry because this does not represent the world class customer service we strive to offer to every client that calls our office. This being said thank you for highlighting the work of our technician. As a part of JW, our technicians provide high quality craftsmanship. Our office has recently made a few personnel and position changes to address the issues you have mentioned. If there is anything we can do to make this right, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Coco T.
08/2016
4.0
handyman service, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 1 more
Repair work on door was excellent--in fact, several other handy guys had tried to fix it & failed. Other work was fine, except repairman broke something & had to go to hardware store to get supplies, & I was originally billed for his time & supplies, although later some of this cost was removed. In hindsight, I should have made a note on the time sheet.
Description of Work: Door repair & other miscellaneous work

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

$1,000

JOHN W.
08/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
The wood rot was repaired and the leak was addressed with caulking and the addition of some pvc. The job required an additional two hours which seemed very reasonable. The trim around the door was also painted. The estimate and work was provided professionally and all involved were friendly and informative. Job well done for a reasonable price.
Description of Work: I purchased the special deal of 4 hours of wood rot restoration for $199. I had wood rot at the bottom of an external door. Also had a water leak underneath the door in a storage area.

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
$400

Merrilee S.
08/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Pedro was the employee they sent for JW Home Improvement. He was professional, polite and a very nice guy form the start to the finish. The painting only took 45 minutes but the other 3 hours of time was for the primer to dry. So all things considered I went over by 30 minutes on this 4 hour deal.
Description of Work: Painting & wall repair in the living room & kitchen

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

Benjamin T.
08/2016
1.0
contractors, handyman service
  + 0 more
After giving the person a description of exactly what I wanted an estimate on he sent back an estimate that reflected none of the work I wanted done in the manner I had prescribed. The estimate was useless. Further exacerbating the problem was the range for estimate: the high and low end were so vastly apart that it was meaningless in actually estimating what the cost would be. And to add insult to injury, they charged $50 to come out and do the estimate.
Description of Work: Wanted an estimate on wood rot repair and siding replacement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0


Response from JW Home Improvement
The JWHI team is dedicated to customer service and we are here to delight our clients. We have a policy in place where we charge all clients $50.00 for an estimate and rather than keeping the $50.00 for our estimators time and travel, we credit it towards the job. When our estimators conduct each estimate, they evaluate each situation and provide an estimate with a low and high range. We do not over promise and under deliver. Our estimator's are trained professionals, and they are able to conduct there work in an efficient manner. It is unfortunate that this has happened and if there is any misunderstanding please forgive the JWHI team.

Francisco M.
08/2016
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
They have still not scheduled the have the work done
Description of Work: Minor rot under a window

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0


Andrew A.
08/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Great, as always. Thomas did a fantastic job.
Description of Work: Install baby gate, install a new bathroom electrical outlet, fix a precariously-dangling closet 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
$300

Contact information

849 Quince Orchard Blvd Ste A, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

http://www.jwhi.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
2705157139
Trade License Locale
VA
Trade License Authority
Virginia: Contractors
Trade License Expiration
06/30/2025
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Drywall,
Doors,
Electrical,
Interior Painting,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Plumbing,
Exterior Painting,
Lighting,
General Remodeling,
Decks and Porches

FAQ

JW Home Improvement is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

JW Home Improvement accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard
No, JW Home Improvement does not offer free project estimates.
No, JW Home Improvement does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, JW Home Improvement offers a 10% senior discount.
No, JW Home Improvement does not offer emergency services.
Yes, JW Home Improvement offers warranties.
JW Home Improvement offers the following services: Carpentry, Woodworking, Custom Molding & Trim Work, Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling, General Remodeling Projects, Dry Rot replacement, Decks, Staining, Power Washing, Exterior & Interior Painting, Siding, Drywall, Insulation, Plastering, Tile Work, Ceiling Fans, Minor Plumbing, Light fixtures, Caulking, Grout, Electrical, Door & Window Replacement.
Hardwood Floors, Landscaping, Hardscaping, HVAC, Driveway Repair & Installation, Carpet Repair & Installation, Re-Facing Cabinets, Countertop Repair & Installation, Spray Foam Insulation, Stucco, Appliance Repair & Installation, Sump Pump Repair & Installation, Foundation work, Underground leaks. We subcontract all major plumbing and electrical services.

Contact information

849 Quince Orchard Blvd Ste A, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

http://www.jwhi.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM