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Better Home Repair Inc

Handyman Services, Plaster, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,

About us

Better Home Repair, Inc. Is a full service Commercial & residential building maintenance and repair company. Commercial clients are billed on a net 30. Sacto county # 633630. Business lic # 336932. We are fully insured, and you can e-mail us @ bhrepairinc@aol.com. for a 20% new customer discount for Angie's list customers! Ph# 916-362-3514, fax (530) 620-7380. mobile # 916-804-6683. As always, free estimates. Better Business Bureau Accreddited with an "A" rating.

Business highlights

21 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Commercial, residential, property management, hoa's, pest reports, complete building maintenance and repair, remodels, restorations, renovations new construction & handyman division.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

4.516 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
56%
4
13%
3
6%
2
6%
1
19%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.8
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.4
punctuality
4.7
Showing 1-16 of 16 reviews

Bruce B.
05/2010
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Never got a reply. Left an email from Angie's list and never had anyone even acknowledge email. Don't advertise if you cannot do something as simple as emailing a potential customer back. Horrible
Description of Work: None performed

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


Genevieve L.
03/2010
3.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I hired Michael in late December to install my countertops. I had originally given him good ratings on Angies list because he was on time, efficient and reasonably priced. My issue now is with follow up. The piping to the sink started to leak and the caulking around the sink is starting to come apart. Now i understand that sometimes things like this are unavoidable and i do not blame Better Home Repair for it. But when i called to have them come out to take a look at it, i got no response. I left a number of messages on their voicemail, as well as one with a young lady, and got NO response. I wanted to hire them to do my laminate flooring, but i think i'll be looking else where.
Description of Work: Installation of laminate countertops, sink, garbage disposal and faucets.

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

$1,100

Kathy W.
02/2010
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I called 2/23/2010. Michael said he would look at job and give estimate on 2/24/2010. He did not show up and did not return phone messages. He wasted my day and time.
Description of Work: No service

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Blair L.
02/2010
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I called with a request for a minor repair (reseat sink trim, repair faucet leak) on 1/28/10. We set up a 3pm service on 1/29. Chelsea called back a few minutes later to say that she'd made an error, and the 3pm time wasn't available. We agreed on 4pm, with the understanding that he might get there earlier. Because of time commitments on my end, I asked to be contacted if there were any delays on their end (knowing that that was always a possibility). The service technician called on 1/29 (not sure what time), saying that he'd been delayed and wouldn't make it by 4. We agreed that he would come by on 2/1 at 8am; since the time constraint on 1/29 was on my end, this was acceptable. On 2/1, 8am came and went. I started calling Chelsea after 9am, requesting a call back and advising that I hadn't heard anything. The third call (after no responses) was a little after 10am, two hours past the agreed-upon service call time. I cancelled my request for their services.
Description of Work: No services were performed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
1.0


Genevieve L.
01/2010
5.0
home builders
  + -1 more
They were on time and prompt. If there were any questions or if they were a delay I always got a phone call from them, letting me know what was going on. They were quick, efficient and got the job done in lesser time than they had anticipated. I told them that I wanted the work to be done before Christmas and they did everything they could to make sure that it was done before Christmas.
Description of Work: They installed countertop, garbage disposal and sink and faucet.

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
$1,100

Mark A.
12/2009
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
The work was performed very well. We were pleased with the outcome. It may have been pricey but we wanted the work done that day. Attention to detail slipped a little. (Light switch plate not put on and left work rug at house)
Description of Work: Installed indoor and outdoor lighting fixtures and repaired toilet

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

$800

Chelsea C.
11/2009
5.0
electrician, handyman service, plastering, woodworking
  + 2 more
Made intial contact through email. Michael came out, on time, and gave me a price which was $150 less then the other contractor. He was able to do the job within the week. He did the work in a quiet and efficent manner and didn't try to upsell me which was really nice. All in all a really good company, timely clean and efficent. Will use them again
Description of Work: They installed a bathroom fan which vented through the roof, they also installed a ceiling fan and switch in my living room

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
$650

MARGARET L.
08/2009
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I was very pleased. He arrived when he said he would, cleaned up and took the empty boxes with him. They were very good, I would call them again and recommend them.
Description of Work: He installed a shower door.

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
$150

Leo K.
04/2009
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
made initial contact by email; scheduled an estimate appointment; scheduled work by email; son of contractor did the estimate and most of the work. Work was done over three days and was completed as agreed. Had only telephone contact with the contractor who called to let me know son would be late on day three. He also asked about my satisfaction level during this call. Agreed work was done satisfactorily but the some things, like cleanup, protective steps for floors, rugs, fixtures were not a priorty.
Description of Work: Replaced and painted a section of water damaged wall board; painted a large stairwell; re-textured bathroom ceiling and painted upstairs baths;

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Gwen P.
01/2009
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Extremely professional with prompt service. They checked the entire fence for problems and replaced an additional panel that had a rotted post. I would definitely use again.
Description of Work: Replaced several fence panels that blew down during a storm.

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
$800

KRISTA H.
01/2009
2.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
They never showed. They called the next day and said that they got in a car wreck.
Description of Work: I had appointments set up with them.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0


Response from Better Home Repair Inc
ON THE DAY OF THE CLIENT'S APPOINTMENT, MY TECHNICIAN WAS INVOLVED IN A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT WITH A HIT AND RUN DRIVER. ACCIDENTS ARE A PART OF EVERYONE'S LIFE AT SOMETIME OR ANOTHER, AND OUR FIRST CONCERN WAS FOR THE WELL-BEING OF OUR STAFF MEMBER. I TRIED TO RE-SCHEDULE THE ESTIMATE APPOINTMENT WITH THE CUSTOMER, BUT WAS UNABLE TO MEET WITH HER,AS HER WINDOW OF AVAILABILITY AT HER RENTAL PROPERTY HAD EXPIRED. WE ALWAYS REGRET THE LOSS OF EVEN ONE CUSTOMER. WE BELIEVE STRONGLY THAT EVERY POTENTIAL CUSTOMER'S TIME IS VALUABLE.

JAMES H.
08/2008
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Jason provided an estimate for the different projects. Jason and Roy showed up to do the job. They made suggestions on how the work should be accomplished - which was very helpful. They went straight to work and did an outstanding job. Jason kept me informed on how, and when, he was to accomplish each task. They were both extremely cooperative and went above and beyond what I would have expected to ensure the job was done in very satisfactory manner. It was a real pleasure to work with these two fellas and we couldn't be more pleased with the results.
Description of Work: Remove and replace siding on my home. Repair termite damage. Repair patio cover. Install concrete pad. Paint exterior of home.

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
$3,000

DIANE H.
08/2008
5.0
plastering, interior painters
  + 0 more
He was a very nice guy and he came back when he said he would. He was very punctual and did the job very quickly and efficiently. The experience was great.
Description of Work: The guy came out and did a free estimate. I had leakage and water damage on my ceiling from a blown hot water heater. He scraped off the stuff, put on new plaster. He managed to match the contours of the ceiling. He sanded and painted.

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

MINA G.
02/2008
5.0
woodworking
  + -1 more
Work was performed by Jacob, he was professional, courteous, reasonable, built the handrail from "scratch" out of redwood boards, it looks great, and I will hire him again. BHR is a family owned business, a licensed, building maintenance and repair specialists with 25 years in the business.
Description of Work: Constructed a redwood hand railing on my front porch.

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

MINA G.
12/2007
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
He was so good. I will use him for other things. Better than any handyman I've ever used. On time, professional, reasonable, did the job and did excellent work and is very friendly and nice and polite.
Description of Work: Repaired a fence.

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
$435

michael W.
07/2007
5.0
drywall, handyman service, plastering, plumbing, ceiling fans
  + 3 more
They were on time and neatly dressed. Three gentlemen came to my house when they said they were going to and went right to work after a brief introduction. They split off and each person did a specific job. There was not a lot of talking between them, they just worked. The fan and shower valve are pretty standard but the drywall patch was amazing. After they were finished, I would not have been able to tell where the patch was at, had I not known. They finished the job in a timely matter and when it was complete they charged me exactly what they said they were going to, no hidden fees.
Description of Work: They replaced a leaking shower valve in my bathroom as well as a ceiling fan. They also patched a hole in the drywall and textured it to match the wall.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

    Contact information

    4537 Tallyho Dr, Sacramento, CA 95826


    Service hours

    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    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,
    Plaster,
    Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
    Fencing,
    Interior Painting,
    Ceiling Fans,
    Homebuilders,
    Plumbing,
    Electrical,
    Drywall,
    Pavers and Hardscaping,
    Property Management

    FAQ

    Better Home Repair Inc is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Better Home Repair Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    Yes, Better Home Repair Inc offers free project estimates.
    Yes, Better Home Repair Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Better Home Repair Inc does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, Better Home Repair Inc offers emergency services.
    No, Better Home Repair Inc does not offer warranties.
    Better Home Repair Inc offers the following services: Commercial, residential, property management, hoa's, pest reports, complete building maintenance and repair, remodels, restorations, renovations new construction & handyman division.

    Contact information

    4537 Tallyho Dr, Sacramento, CA 95826


    Service hours

    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM