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DC Handyman
4.3(
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"An excellent job putting together the large wardrobes. Arrived on time, professional, prepared, skilled and good customer service. I recommend Jose for any handyman needs, and will use his services in the future as needed."
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+13

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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ABH Services
4.9(
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ABH services for it right. Mr. Allen made sure of that. They were very professional. Even took the time to have the door supplier get another door after finding damage on the original door they had out. They worked hard and replaced all of the rotted wood with new. They cleaned up well after completion. I am very pleased with the installation. I would highly recommend them."
Full kitchen remodel
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Full kitchen remodel

+512

Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JJ Handyman
5.0(
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to J.J. Handyman! 10 Years Experience! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail, while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help!

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L.F.C. Services, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My experience with LFC Services and Home Repair was a great and satisfying. Mr. Tony Heard and his crew was hired to complete multiple upgrades, and task to our newly built home. They were prompt, courteous, clean and very efficient. Once their team got started it was completed to our expectations. We were very excited to see our visions of upgrades come to fruition. I would definitely use LFC Services and Home Repair again and highly recommend them."
Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Skills In Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent service and fair price. Edis did such a good job that i used his services 3 times and plan on hiring him again in the near future ( he does it all, name it). I recommend his services 100%."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vazquez & Son construction Inc.
4.2(
166
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Customer service was amazing. He was truly interested in my satisfaction! Hi knowledge and experience were clearly identified once the work was concluded! My husband and I will use his service again for further projects. Thank you."
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+59

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Handyman Services questions, answered by experts

A contractor specializes in a specific field. They often operate in teams where they have subcontractors to handle specialized problems. So if you have significant plumbing, drywall, or roofing issues, you’ll want to hire a contractor, as the job may require a team.

A handyperson is typically one person who works on whatever jobs come their way. You wouldn’t call a contractor to fix the hinges on cabinets or paint your room. Instead, a handyperson can handle all these issues, saving you from making multiple phone calls.

You can tackle hanging Christmas lights yourself with the right tools, accessories, and a trusted friend or neighbor. You’ll need to purchase a ladder ($100 to $300), clips ($10 to $20), hooks ($10 to $15), and lights ($25 to $100 per string).

Otherwise, you should hire a trusted holiday light installer near you. You’ll pay an average price of $200 to $650, but you’ll have peace of mind knowing that the job is done correctly and safely.

Almost all houses require soffits. The exception is in houses where you know without a shadow of a doubt there is adequate airflow throughout the entire house including, and most importantly, the attic. Almost all modern homes have soffits installed whether you notice them or not because on most homes, the roof eave extends beyond the walls of the home, naturally creating soffits.

The cost to hire a handyman can vary, with most charging on a per-hour or per-project basis. On average, expect to pay between $50 and $150 per hour, with a typical rate around $90 per hour. For project-based work, the average cost is about $400, though the total can range from as low as $180 to $1,500 or more. Some handypeople may also require a minimum flat rate, such as payment for two hours of work.

Several factors influence the final cost, including:

  • The type, size, difficulty, and complexity of the job

  • The amount of time the work takes

  • The handyman's experience level

  • Your geographic location

  • The cost of materials and any necessary permits

  • Accessibility of the work area and potential travel costs

Additionally, you may encounter higher rates or extra fees for emergency services or work scheduled during holidays.

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

The Kettering, MD homeowners’ guide to handyman services

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