About us
Experienced handyman who insists that his work satisfies each customer. When you call me, I am the professional who does the work. Schedule your own time slot with my online booking app. Texting is the most reliable way to reach me. If you email me, please follow up with a phone call. https://v2.waitwhile.com/checkin/7IheTrhuowMKN5QC1yhh/confirm If you schedule your appt within 48 hours, please call me to confirm availability....sometimes projects have mission creep and I need some extra time to wrap up existing projects.
Business highlights
Emergency services offered
14 years of experience
Services we offer
Carpentry. Ceiling Fans. Handyman Services. Remodeling- Kitchen & Bathroom.
Amenities
Emergency Services
Yes
Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount
10%
Accepted Payment Methods
- American Express
- PayPal
- Check
- Visa
- Discover
- MasterCard
Our recent projects
- 4
Assorted photos uploaded by Chuck Hecht
Reviews
4.769 Reviews
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Showing 1-25 of 69 reviews
Gary W.
Mar 2024
Handyman Service, Woodworking
Extremely professional and a can do attitude by him, he made everything right the first time, on time and affordable
Ahmet A.
Apr 2023
Handyman Service, Woodworking + 3 more
Excellent. On time and good delivery, with reasonable rates and quality work was center and up front. My wife also appreciated some quick, proactive service.
Chris S.
Aug 2021
Handyman Service
The original installation work was of very poor quality which led to the failure of bottom pin and separation of the veneer. Chuck had a look and clearly explained his plan for the repair and the estimated cost. He replaced hardware and the supporting block of wood between the veneer panels. The project was out of scope for our DIY skills/tools. We are very pleased to have this door reinstalled and functioning again. Bill was per the estimate. Highy recommend Chuck for your next handyman project, we will be calling him again.
DeAnn F.
Feb 2021
Handyman Service
Chuck did a good job. I did not ask for prices up front, so that was my mistake, but Chuck charged by the item rather than by the hour. He was here for 2 hours and charged $340.00. I feel $170 an hour to be very high. Chuck also did not clean up after himself which was very frustrating. I found garbage everywhere. One item I had him do was to add salt to the water softener. The empty bag was left on the floor, right next to the garbage can.
John M.
Sep 2020
Handyman Service, Woodworking
Chuck did an excellent job for us. We discussed what work we needed done and he explained his strategy to repair or replace each job. His estimate was fair and his work was done very professionally from start to finish. Chuck kept me updated along the way and was great to work with. I highly recommend him.
Response from Chuck Hecht
"A"
Kevin R.
Sep 2020
Handyman Service
Chuck was neat, organized, and quality work. We would hire him again and would recommend him to anyone.
Rhonda C.
Sep 2020
Accessories - Auto
Despite receiving a text reminder that he was on his way, he was a no show for the scheduled appointment for a quote. After waiting 30 minutes I called, and he did pick-up. He said he was "moving away from using the online scheduling system" (where I booked the quote appointment) and said the text reminder was "just a bot" as though it did not represent his company. Trying to remain courteous, I did not verbalize my thinking that perhaps the schedule should be removed from the web and the automated text reminder system would then be disabled - problem solved! I explained the job I was needing tackled, while he was banging around working on something, I was uncertain he was listening, and he put me on hold a couple times. Then he tried to talk me out of the composite decking material I wanted to use (despite recommendations from other pros), then suddenly he said he did not want the job because it was outside his expertise! Please do not claim to have carpentry skills if you cannot install baseboards in a garage! He may be "handy" and is work may even be fine but I do not recommend the Dakota Handyman if your time is valuable - he may not show up! Dr. C.
Response from Chuck Hecht
"This customer caught me in the middle of a technology transfer as I was switching from Square to Waitwhile. I did miss her free estimate appt and apologized for it. But I do not apologize for withdrawing from the estimate after speaking with her and learning about her very unusual demands."
Christine P.
Jul 2020
Ceiling Fan Service, Accessories - Auto
He was efficient and knowledgeable. The total end payment was quite a bit higher than his initial quote.
Response from Chuck Hecht
"I appreciate your business and your review. I don’t know how or why you kept time, but I charge by the value of my work not the time. I roll into someone’s driveway with a $40k work van loaded with $60k worth of tools and supplies so that I can do a great job. Besides, if I remember correctly, I was there for 3+ hours, not that it matters. I replaced a ceiling fan, installed blinds, assembled a business chair, fixed your humidifier and changed its filter and loaded your water softener. Have a great day."
Robert R.
May 2020
Woodworking
took too long, cost way too much
Response from Chuck Hecht
"This customer has confused me with someone else."
Sheri P.
May 2020
Handyman Service, Kitchen and Bathroom Remodel
Chuck is your guy. He was immediately responsive to my initial request and upfront with me on all fronts. He is meticulous in his work and doesn't cut corners which I very much appreciated. I will most definitely be hiring him again for future work needed here at my home. Thanks Chuck :).
Linda S.
Apr 2020
Handyman Service, Flooring
He was wonderful. I’ve been looking for a handyman. And I think I’ve found him. Thank you angies list for referring him
Joanell B.
Apr 2020
Handyman Service
This is the fourth time I have hired Chuck, and have already arranged to have him do more work in the next couple weeks. Chuck is excellent. Is knowledge and professional. Is good at figuring out a way to fix problems. Highly recommend!!!
Response from Chuck Hecht
"Either"
Mariah H.
Mar 2020
Handyman Service
Horrible Encounter! Chuck called saying he’d pop over and take a look at our desk. My husband showed him the desk. He said it looked like a 1st grader put it together. Wow! He secured some areas. He was ready to leave so My husband wrote him a check for $50 But then Chuck he said he thought the desk still needed to be leveled better and wanted to look at one more thing. My Husband told him no, let’s leave it alone, we’re ok with it now, but he insisted on turning desk onto its side. The desk was big and heavy with a hutch on top. He insisted on turning it to its side. Then it all crashed down. Instead of apologizing, he got upset, And said it was a piece of crap! Then Chuck just left abruptly! He didn’t apologize or offer to pick it back up and was a jerk! He was not nice once the entire 30 min he was at our home. Very condescending!! Never use Chuck!!! ***Update*** Buyer Beware!! Chuck isn’t being honest in his rebuttal to my review. He even texted me last evening to rebut my review. Just beware and read all his past reviews. He doesn’t have all A’s for a reason. I should’ve done that first before telling him he could stop over at the last minute when he called me. Make sure to compare several handymen before making a choice.
Response from Chuck Hecht
"I can not even believe this review! In her own message to me, she stated that they didn’t put it together well and when they dragged it across the carpet, it began breaking. She even wrote down that I it was unsafe...and she was right. All the plastic anchors had pulled out and damaged the particle board. It was barely standing up. None of what she said happened is close to reality. She wasn’t even there. Additionally, I only requested a $25 fee. I suspect that her husband thought my effort was worth more and tipped me another $25. After her poor review I did void the check just as proper protocol. I am committed to helping all homeowners in Dakota County with small and large jobs."
Marlys K.
Mar 2020
Handyman Service, Woodworking
Great job and fast
Patrick A.
Feb 2020
Handyman Service
Mr. Hecht knew I was in desperate situation and he did not hesitate in taking full advantage of my circumstances. One day I received a call informing me that my crawl space had flooded after a huge snow thaw. My sump pump needed to be replaced quick and most handy men were busy with other jobs. I live out of state and my home is occupied by tenants. Chuck Hecht knew he had me were he wanted. He over charged me to install a sump pump and he tried to lock me into preforming water mitigation. Although he didn’t have any equipment to perform the job. He wanted to start the job and figure it out as he progressed. Ultimately, I have to hire water mitigation professionals if I would have taken the bait! Please don’t be fooled by his so called “A” rating. Mr. Hecht is not trustworthy.
Response from Chuck Hecht
"Sir, The situation was much more complicated than you described. The day that you called and begged me to come over at 7pm to investigate your tenant’[Member Information Removed] claim that water was rising in the crawl space in your split level home, was the week of the “great spring melt-down flood”. Your basement was flooding and I recommended an immediate course of action that may have saved your basement from the flood. You wanted to think about it. By the time you called me back the next morning, the water had risen so much that now your entire finished basement was under a couple of inches of water. You then authorized me to do whatever I could to resolve the flood. For the fee of $515, I replaced the sump pump and all the frozen piping and I dug out the frozen exterior pipe outside and redirected it to the [Member Information Removed]. This was all during the time when everyone else was needing the same sump pump supplies and there were literally no sump pumps or sump pump hoses on any of the store shelves. I had to [Member Information Removed] two hours to find the appropriate supplies to save your house from further flooding. Considering that the fee included materials, $515 was a very fair price for what I did for you. Regarding my offer to provide additional services to fix the basement: I don’t offer those services and had only volunteered to cut up and drag out the wet carpet and cut off the bottom of the drywall so that the tenant and her small children wouldn’t have to suffer long with the developing mold and mildew."
Amanda B.
Dec 2019
Handyman Service
Chuck was very professional and finished the job easily.
Andy C.
Nov 2019
Handyman Service
It went great , chuck Did a great job
Dale G.
Oct 2019
Handyman Service, Woodworking
Both times he arrived on time and did excellent work. The door installation was more difficult. I had picked up the wrong type of door, so he went back to the store with me and helped me pick out the correct door. Then he had to widen the door opening a few inches to install the door.. He did a great job on the door installation. I think his prices are very much in line with what I was expecting. We are very pleased with his work and would recommend him as a handyman to others!
Josh N.
Oct 2019
Handyman Service
It went well. When we ran into a issue of spacing, Chuck had a immediate solution with adequate execution. Everything was completed within a reasonable time frame, with integrity, and safety in mind.
Robert E.
Aug 2019
Handyman Service
Didn't show up. Didn't call with an explanation of why he didn't want the job after discussing it on the phone. Irresponsible. Would not hire again.
Response from Chuck Hecht
"He never hired me, nor scheduled a time on my online calendar. This guy is off base"
Stephen F.
Aug 2019
Handyman Service
Better than expected.
Diane S.
Jul 2019
Handyman Service
Handled all the glitches with ease and was done in no time.
Glenda N.
Jul 2019
Handyman Service
Chuck was an expert and had additional supplies to complete the items on our checkist: 1. Install Cabinet. 2. Install permanent shower curtain bar. 3. Hang floating shelves 4. Hang, pictures including moving one so centered. Chuck even gave recommendations on the height which I GREATLY appreciated. My husband is NOT a Handyman so thankful and grateful I NOW know who to call. Thanks Chuck!
Ed C.
Jun 2019
Handyman Service, Interior Painting
First, Chuck did not schedule enough time to complete the job. When it was incomplete within the time he scheduled it was very difficult and took a lot of persistence to get him to commit to a time when he would return. He uses an online scheduling system that he does not appear to manage well and appears grossly overextended in the amount of jobs he takes on. Part of his contract was to reinstall my garage shelving. While he did repair an extra crack in the drywall this did not come close to the work he left me with to reinstall all of the shelving myself. He made no adjustment in the price for this. During the job he asked me to buy paint and molding for the window. I was going to Home Depot and was happy to do this favor for him. The price of the materials was included in his bid. I bought the moderate priced exterior paint recommended by the paint specialist. Not the most expensive and not the cheapest. Chuck refused to pay the full amount of the paint because he included only the price of Menards' very cheapest interior paint in his bid. The paint specialist at Home Depot said using interior paint in a garage was wholly inappropriate due to the temperature changes and moisture. He refused to budge on this. When he ran out of paint he also asked me to purchase another gallon which I did. He refused to pay for this as well and only agreed to pay $15 out of the $30 for the paint after much arguing. He also refused to pay the $10 I spent on extra molding he asked me to pick up and then used when that was also part of his materials bid. He used a new paint sprayer to do the garage for the first time. According to the paint specialist, he used much more paint than what was required, a sure sign of which is that there was streams of paint running down the walls after he sprayed them, which had to be later smoothed out. Clearly, he thought he would walk in, spray the garage in an hour or two, and leave. Using the sprayer turned out to be more difficult than he expected and he was there longer than he expected. He also refused to paint the interior unfinished trim around the garage door which I had to pick up a brush and do myself. This job did not go as he envisioned and as a result he took it out on his customer. He was persistently rude, unreasonable, and displayed an attitude that no one would want in their home from someone they hired to do a job. He also did not clean up after the job. He picked up his own stuff but left me with paint on my sidewalk, driveway, and garage floor. There was also overspray on the garage floor beneath the wall. While spraying he did not adequately cover the floor or all of my possessions which were piled in the middle of the floor. The atomized paint spray got into virtually everything in the garage.. At the end he asked me if he could use my shopvac. When I told him that it needed a filter he acted exasperated as if it was my responsibility to have a shop vac to clean up after my painter. I had used Chuck one other time for a small one hour job and that went fine. I would not use him again because of all of the problems with scheduling, job completion, and just plain attitude.
Response from Chuck Hecht
"[Member Name Removed] is an extraordinarily difficult individual. He should avoid leaving the house too much"
Thomas R.
Jun 2019
Handyman Service, Woodworking
Chuck was excellent - highly recommend. He was punctual, professional, had innovative solutions to help fortify and stabilize a 19 year old deck around our swimming pool. Great job and will definitely hire again.
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FAQ
Chuck Hecht is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Chuck Hecht accepts the following forms of payment: American Express, PayPal, Check, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Yes, Chuck Hecht offers free project estimates.
No, Chuck Hecht does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Chuck Hecht offers a 10% senior discount.
Yes, Chuck Hecht offers emergency services.
Yes, Chuck Hecht offers warranties.
Chuck Hecht offers the following services: Carpentry. Ceiling Fans. Handyman Services. Remodeling- Kitchen & Bathroom.