Handyman
Handyman & Small Repairs in Palatine, IL — $140 Visit, First Hour Included
Doors that won't close, drywall patches, mounting, trim fixes, move-in and move-out punch lists. $140 covers the visit and the first hour of work. Every hour after that is $85. Materials are separate. Palatine and the NW Chicago suburbs.
Have a few small things? Send your task list by text or through the form, and we'll bundle it into one visit.
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This is a good way to audition a contractor.
If you're not ready to hand a stranger your bathroom for three weeks — and you shouldn't be — start with a door that won't close. You'll see how we show up, how we leave the house at the end of the day, and how we talk about what things cost. Then decide about the rest.
Most of what people have written about us publicly is about exactly this kind of work: doors, drywall, mounting, decks, repairs. Read those first — it's the honest picture of how we behave in someone's house.
Proudly serving Palatine and the NW suburbs: Arlington Heights, Hoffman Estates, Schaumburg, Prospect Heights, Mount Prospect, Barrington, Des Plaines, Wheeling, Buffalo Grove, Rolling Meadows, Elgin and Vernon Hills.
Handyman — Pricing
Handyman work is billed by time. $140 covers the visit and the first hour of work. Every hour after that is $85. Materials are separate. For example, a 3-hour visit is $140 + 2 × $85 = $310 in labor.
Visit + first hour
$140
Includes the trip and the first hour of work
Each hour after that: $85 (labor)
Common handyman requests
- Door alignment, latches, handles
- Drywall patching and touch-up prep
- Mounting: TV, shelves, mirrors, hardware
- Trim fixes, caulk, small carpentry
- Minor tile/grout fixes
- Punch lists for move-in/move-out
What affects the total
- Number of tasks and travel time
- Access (stairs, tight spaces)
- Hidden issues (stripped studs, water damage)
- Materials needed (anchors, trim, patch, etc.)
Materials are not included unless quoted (hardware, parts, specialty items).
For anything requiring a licensed trade, we coordinate licensed professionals as required (quoted separately).
Send us your task list — we’ll tell you roughly how long it takes and propose the best way to bundle it into one visit.
Recent Handyman Work
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Clean fix + smooth close
Shelves + anchors + layout
Structural repairs, partial framing replacement, roof fixes, full exterior painting
Full project story: Palatine — shed repair & exterior restoration
Handyman Services
Best for small-to-medium scope tasks and punch lists.
- Repairs and adjustments
- Mounting and installs
- Drywall patches
- Trim/carpentry fixes
- Minor tile/grout work
- Move-in / move-out punch lists
Good to know
- Bundle tasks — saves time and money.
- Clear scope — we confirm what’s included before we start.
- Clean finish — small jobs still must look professional.
FAQ
Do you provide materials?
Small consumables are included when reasonable. For specific parts/hardware we can use your items or quote them.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. For simple jobs we can often estimate quickly from photos; for bigger punch lists we do an on-site walkthrough.
Is there a minimum?
Yes, and we do small jobs. The minimum is $140, and it covers the visit and the first hour of work. Every hour after that is $85. Materials are separate. Send your task list and we'll bundle it into one visit — that's much better value than calling us three times.
What's the smallest thing you'll come out for?
We've come out for hanging heavy mirrors and for a door that wouldn't latch. If it's genuinely a ten-minute job on its own, we'll say so on the phone and suggest you wait until you have a short list.
Do you work for landlords and for move-out punch lists?
Yes, that's a regular part of the work — one Yelp customer called us in to get her daughter's house ready to sell.
Can you estimate from photos?
For simple jobs, usually yes. For a longer punch list we'd rather walk it, because the list always grows once we're standing in the room.
What our customers actually wrote
Costa does a great job. I had him come and hang some heavy pictures and mirrors. Then I had him come and patch some drywall and do some painting. He returns texts right away and is very respectful. I'm going to have him back to complete more projects.
Verified review on Yelp →
Costa and Mike are amazing! They can do everything and they do it well… We're getting my daughter's home for sale and there seems to be all manner of repairs that were needed. Nothing seemed too complicated for them.
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The carpenter arrived at 9am as promised and did a great job. They repaired the shed doors and entry footing as promised. Exceptional customer service and excellent work.
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How It Works
- Send details — brief list + photos if possible
- Scope & estimate — we confirm tasks and pricing
- Scheduled visit — arrive ready with tools
- Work & clean-up — professional finish
- Walkthrough — confirm everything is done right
What to send us (optional)
- Task list (bullet points)
- Photos of each item
- Your preferred date/time
- Any parts you already have
Usually booked together
Doing two of these at once saves a mobilization and keeps the finish consistent across the rooms. Say so at the estimate and we'll price them as one job.
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