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Avatar for DC Handyman
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(
20
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Full kitchen remodel
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Full kitchen remodel
Full kitchen remodel

+512

Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JJ Handyman
5.0(
5
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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!

Painting Project
Painting Project
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Painting progect

+3

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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(
25
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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."
Basement Flooring
Basement Flooring
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Basement Flooring

+59

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

In most states, handypeople do not need to be licensed to perform simple home repair tasks and smaller jobs. When projects exceed specific cost amounts, however, ranging from $500 in California to $50,000 in other states, some municipalities consider them to be contractors, meaning they need to be licensed. To learn if your handyperson should be licensed to work on your job, contact your local governing body or state contractors’ licensing board before starting any work.

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.

Hiring a handyperson offers several benefits. They can save you time and hassle by completing tasks you may not have the time or experience to do yourself. A key advantage is ensuring the project is done correctly, which can prevent future issues and save money in the long run. For projects that pose safety risks, hiring an experienced professional is a much safer option. Additionally, handypeople are often more available for smaller jobs that larger contractors may not have the schedule for.

A handyperson is the professional term used to describe professional fixers who can tackle a wide range of general home repairs. Some pros may prefer to use the term handyworker, handyman, or handywoman, so we recommend politely asking your pro how they would like you to identify them during the project.

Reviewing your contract for termination terms is best when ending a relationship with a contractor. If there is nothing in the contract or you had a verbal agreement, communicate your decision in writing, citing specific reasons. Afterward, pay for the completed work per your original agreement. Remember you want a record of all correspondence in case you need a lawyer later to settle disputes.

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