Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath

Handyman Services, Interior Painting, Drywall,

About us

SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER SINCE 2003! Our mission is to offer honest, reliable home remodeling services that set us apart from other service providers. We continually strive to exceed expectations by ensuring that each home repair or remodeling project is done to your satisfaction. Our commitment and assurance to our clients is something we take great pride in. When planning your next home improvement project, rely on a company that offers unparalleled knowledge, experience and expertise. Contact us today to learn more about what sets us apart from the competition.

Business highlights

22 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

Kitchen, Bathroom, & Basement Remodels, Handyman, Carpentry, Door Installation, Wood & Ceramic Tile Flooring & Repairs, Bathtub & Tile, Installation, Interior & Exterior Painting, Cabinet Painting and Installation, Drywall, Wallpaper Removal, Pressure Washing, Deck Staining.

Services we don't offer

If you don't see a service offered that you are looking for, please give us a call in the office to discuss at 847-713-2120. We look forward to speaking with you!

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.81,283 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
86%
4
6%
3
2%
2
2%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 276-300 of 1283 reviews

Brigette A.
08/2014
3.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It did not go well. All were very responsive and friendly. The issue: the advised me to purchase a specific type of range hood. I did so. The tech came to the house, said it did not seem to be an issue but he had to purchase the remaining vent products to vent through the roof. He came out on a Saturday ( which I appreciated) then determined the hood would not work. IT was a huge waste of my time as I had to return the hood to ABT. He recommended I look for a different hood. Lesson learned. I am now looking for a vendor who will furnish and install a hood. I would accept estimates from this company again but only for simple repairs or work.
Description of Work: I needed a range hood installed in the kitchen over an island

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
We appreciate the honest feedback. It is unfortunate that the job did not go as planned. We would welcome the opportunity to work for you to earn an "A" rating.

Julie E.
08/2014
5.0
appliance repair, closet systems, countertops, electrician, glass repair, handyman service, lighting, plumbing, remodeling, ceiling fans, home remodeling, interior painters
  + 10 more
The project went great! From the first meeting with Andy to Heath explaining to me in detail during the project what he was doing. Confirming with me also that what they were doing is what I wanted. Because I am a women rehabbing my home I very much appreciated not being talked down to. Sad thing is that some contractors feel that is expectable, not the case with Andy and Heath. The time line was perfect, even with the 4th of July falling in the middle of this project things still got done in a good time frame. Clean up and disposal of all garbage was done by them and did not have to worry about any of that. Getting ready to have Handy Men and Mrs. Helper to take on my kitchen rehab...looking forward to working with once. Thanks!!
Description of Work: Stripped my hallway bathroom, reversed a closet that opened into the hallway and made the opening in the bathroom. Reworked plumbing and electrical. Installed new tub, toilet, vanity, fan, light above mirror, mirror, and vanity. Tiled the tub/shower area, area behind sink, and floor. Painted walls, closet door, and new bathroom 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
$9,000

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Thank you for the kind words. We are so happy to hear you like your new bathroom. You have great taste, the patterns you picked out look great. It truly is a pleasure working for you. Looking forward to the next project! HMMH

Ron C.
08/2014
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 2 more
Steve was promptly on time. Completed the work in a timely fashion and did a great job of cleaning up. We were also have electronic gear installed by another company the same days and Steve assisted by installing an electrical outlet in the wall for the new electronic gear.
Description of Work: Installation of ceiling lights and ceiling fans.

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
$700

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Thanks for the review! Steve is such a gifted handyman! He enjoyed working with you and your husband. Enjoy your new home!! We will be here if you should ever need us.

Rebecca T.
08/2014
5.0
handyman service, interior painters
  + 0 more
They were fantastic! Excellent communication and the work was very good.
Description of Work: They had to sand down ceiling and four walls, previously splatter painted, and repaint.

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
$571

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Hello. Thank you for the positive review! Virgo does such a great job painting. He truly enjoyed working for you. Thank you again for your support of Handy Men & Mrs. Helper. We truly appreciate your business and look forward to working with you again in the future.

Cynthia G.
08/2014
1.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
They thought they were doing something cosmetic and it was actually structural work that needed to be done. We scheduled an appointment, they came out and said they couldn't complete the job at the time of the original appointment. Therefore, We set an additional appointment for 4 weeks later. It turns out they are not bonded or insured in my city and they asked me to pay for their bond. In addition to having to be bonded and insured the village told them they had to submit a drawing before work could be completed. They told me this would be an additional week before work could start.
Description of Work: We were wanting a support beam replaced.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Every village operates a little different. Apologize for the confusion. We didn't feel comfortable working without a permit.

Natasha W.
08/2014
5.0
contractors, drywall, handyman service, woodworking, interior painters
  + 3 more
The contractor came and immediately installed the drywall. His workmanship reflected a highly experienced carpenter. The contractor was very professional and very friendly to talk to while he did his work. He began painting the wall after the drywall had been fixed and completed the job in a timely manner. We will definitely request this particular contractor again for other projects. Furthermore, the office staff to the "Handymen and Mrs. Helper" are second to none! They are a very polite and professional group of referring facilitators. I feel like I have found the best company I could find to help fix up my house!
Description of Work: The provider repaired a drywall section of my house, installed an access panel and beautifully painted the wall.

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
$399

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Thank you for your nice comments! Urmas enjoyed working at your house! He does such great carpentry, painting and drywall work! We look forward to working with you soon on your other house projects. Thank you again for your support of Handy Men & Mrs. Helper!!

Sue A.
08/2014
5.0
doors
  + -1 more
There were some glitches, not their fault. We had some water damage on the inside of my foyer, which necessitated him to add some plywood before adding the door. He told us about the damage and how he would fix it - we agreed. The young man, Brad, was a problem solver. He explained everything he was doing and I really appreciated everything they did.
Description of Work: A young man put in two exterior doors and two storm doors.

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
$2,000

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Hello and thank you for the great review!! Brad certainly enjoyed working for you even though it turned into a much larger project than originally expected! We are so pleased that he was able to repair the rotting flooring underneath the exterior doors. He is a great problem solver and enjoys a good challenge! Thank you again for your business and we hope to work for you again on your other home projects as they come up.

Kevin L.
08/2014
5.0
drywall, handyman service, interior painters
  + 1 more
FANTASTIC! They arrived on time and were friendly and professional. The work is absolutely fantastic! The work was also done in a timely manner. I will definitely hire Handy Men & Mrs. Helper in the future.
Description of Work: Repaired wall, drywall and painted

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$480

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Thank you so much for the review! Rein does do FANTASTIC work!! We are so glad that you are pleased and we look forward to working with you in the future! Anne

Kathleen S.
08/2014
5.0
ceramic tile, countertops, drywall, flooring contractor, handyman service, plumbing, remodeling, marble & granite, home remodeling, interior painters
  + 8 more
We received a detailed appraisal for the bathroom remodel. All questions were clearly answered - and we had a lot of them. Anne and Andy gave us recommendations/resources for tile and plumbing accessories. They made sure that we were satisfied with the service we received from their resources. Delivery and pick up dates went smoothly. The work was carefully completed. Heath has a good eye for detail and offered good suggestions. During the installation, I appreciated how carefully the carpeting was covered and the mess kept to a minimum. We felt very comfortable with the workers in our home. They are honest, respectful professionals who know their business and follow through with all expectations. Would we use them again? You bet! We have a date set to have our house painted in August.
Description of Work: In February, EJ repaired a crack in our ceiling, fixed some doorway trim and painted a ceiling and bedroom. He did excellent work. As a result of this experience, we decided to hire Handy Men & Mrs Helper again to remodel our master bath. They installed a new floor, shower, toilet, vanity, granite countertop, sink, etc… Andy and his team basically created a new bath for us.

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
$18,000

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Thank you so much for the kind words. Our entire staff enjoys working for you and your husband. You have great taste and think the bathroom turned out wonderful. Look forward to painting your house later this month.

Dianne S.
07/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Anne in the office worked to find someone who could come to assess the problem since they are so busy. Brad came out within a short time and suggested solutions. We decided to replace the entire mailbox post rather than just try to straighten it since the wood was beginning to rot. In just another day or two, Brad found that he had some free time in my area and he went to Home Depot for the materials and reconstructed the structure. It is now very solid and he designed it with care - it looks great
Description of Work: the Post Office said that I needed to redo the mailbox post because it was out of line

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
$200

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Thank you so much for your review!! I am so glad that we were able to repair your mailbox post! Brad is so thorough and does great work! Please keep us in mind for all of your home repair needs. We'd love to work together again soon!!

Vicki R.
07/2014
5.0
ceramic tile, handyman service, plumbing, doors
  + 2 more
Pawal came to my house for a list I had accumulated He was professional, cleaned up after himself and timely. I would definitely Hire them again as well as recommend to anyone who asked
Description of Work: Replaced drain in Kitchen Hung Shower Rod in Bathroom Replaced cracked/loose tile in Bathroom Repaired grout in Bath and Kitchen Fixed a bi fold 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
$400

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Hello. Thanks so much for your wonderful review! Pawel does do amazing work!! He is well versed in all of the trades. We are so pleased that you are happy, and hope to work with you again in the future. Take care! Anne

Debra M.
07/2014
5.0
drywall, handyman service, plumbing, window treatments, doors
  + 3 more
Brad did an excellent job! He was punctual, polite and very helpful.
Description of Work: Brad repaired our front storm door, replaced drapery rods, installed roman shade and drapery rods, replaced two shower heads and two faucets

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
$606.46

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Thank you very much for taking the time out of your day to give us this great review! Brad enjoyed working for you. He is terrific in getting things checked off your punch list-small and larger projects. We appreciate your business and wish you luck in your move!

P K.
07/2014
5.0
drywall, handyman service, interior painters
  + 1 more
They were a quick response and they were highly rated on Angie's List. The job was excellent. The quality of the job and the ease of making the appointment stood out.
Description of Work: I used Handy Men & Mrs Helper for repainting in bathroom and ceiling, also some cracks in the drywall.

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

Debra M.
07/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
All of our communication with them went very well. They just happen to be out of our service area. They even went so far as to comment that they wished they could work with us. No complaints.
Description of Work: This was a Big Deal for a painter for a day.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$399

JAMES G.
07/2014
3.0
contractors, electrician, handyman service, woodworking, doors
  + 3 more
Requested an estimate for installation of a pocket door. Spoke with Ann she scheduled the carenter to come out with a few days. Carpenter came to my residence and was very familiar with the type of job. He took some measurements and pointed out an issue with electric that could prevent installation. He wanted to see if he had a work around before he gave me a price. I was told I would be contacted by Anne to see what could be done. Ann called within a few days and said the door could only be installed if the electrical switch was moved. I told her I would have an electrician move the switch and requested that she provide a quote. She stated she would prepare an estimate and send it to me. That was on June 30, 2014. I Never heard from the company again.
Description of Work: prepare estimate for pocket door installation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0


Kerry N.
07/2014
5.0
handyman service, doors
  + 0 more
Anne at the office was incredible to work with. She was very kind and responsive. She sent Pawel out to install a new door for me. Pawel was professional, worked fast, and cleaned up nicely after himself. He had to problem solve because the door opening was slanted (from a previous owner's DIY gone bad) Pawel was able to fix that problem as well as install my new door. I will work with them again in the future.
Description of Work: Installed a new fire door between the garage and kitchen.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$160

Maureen B.
07/2014
5.0
handyman service, lighting, woodworking, doors
  + 2 more
Because of the location of the vent fan, I thought that one job would take all day but Steve finished everything in about five hours. Everything was done exactly the way I wanted and looks great. (I had several plumbers--none from Angie's List--look at the vent fan and none of them wanted to work on it because of the location.) I will definitely call Handymen and Mrs. Helper again. Steve did a marvelous job!
Description of Work: Repaired bathroom vent fan, rehung closet door, replaced 2 fan/light switches, replaced molding, replaced light fixture.

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
$438

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Hello. Thank you so much for taking time to post this review. We certainly appreciate it! Steve enjoyed working for you. He truly is a gifted handyman. We look forward to working with you again some day. Take care.

Rene E.
07/2014
3.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I will not use their service. The lady who was on the phone and I were not communicating well that day. I did not have a great experience with them.
Description of Work: I called to get information from them.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Michael Y.
06/2014
5.0
handyman service, insulation, basement remodeling
  + 1 more
The estimate was very accurate and the work went well. They were very clear about different options and we ended up with exactly what we wanted. The work was done quickly with attention to detail. I would use them again!
Description of Work: Built a soundproof wall in basement to create room for drum set.

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

Julie S.
06/2014
5.0
drywall, electrician, handyman service, lighting, plumbing, ceiling fans, interior painters, dryer vent cleaning
  + 6 more
This is the second time I have used this service and they get better to work with each and every time. Anne in the office is very accommodating and goes above and beyond to help get your work done. As I mentioned above Steve is highly skilled and is very easy to work with thus doing such an excellent job. I would highly recommend them. Thank you.
Description of Work: Light fixtures were installed; outlets were fixed; additional electrical fuse was added so newly added microwave would stop blowing fuse (yes I know that was poorly worded but it is awesome now) new bathroom fan added; new timer for bathroom fan added; fixed upstairs handrail; added door pulls, fixed drywall nicks and damages and repainted the same; fixed dryer vent; replaced kitchen sink with new one; hung curtain rods. There is probably some stuff I forget to list but Steve was totally awesome and was a pleasure to work with even when I kept asking for stuff. He noticed toilet wasn't working properly and fixed that.

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
$1,200

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Thank you so much for taking the time to give us such a positive review! Steve enjoyed working with you, and I enjoyed working with you on the phone! We both appreciate your laundry list of projects for Steve to work on. He does such a great job and is very thorough! We are going to miss you, but wish you all the best in Florida!

Michael G.
06/2014
5.0
drywall, electrician, handyman service, lighting, remodeling, interior painters
  + 4 more
Mrs Helper followed up promptly and provided a quote over the telephone. We decided to go with them base on the reviews here. The handyman was excellent, he was prompt and kept us informed of the project. He completed the job like the room was brand-new and as if there were no modifications to it.
Description of Work: We used them to update our office to a playroom for our son: services rendered include patching two holes in the ceiling related to a previously fix leak from the bathroom above, install and run electric for a ceiling light box and repaint the room.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

Lynn P.
06/2014
5.0
contractors, decks, drywall, handyman service, woodworking
  + 3 more
Had a very good experience with this company. Great email contact and set up work time right away. We purchased all materials before they arrived and left them a list. Workers completed all tasks on the list; wish I had left a longer list! We will definitely use them again for other projects around the house. I felt we got our money's worth and appreciated the fact that they were here on time and completed the projects exactly as described.
Description of Work: Fixed drywall, replaced and repaired parts of deck, hung shutters, installed paneling in kitchen , fixed trim in hallway.

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
$260

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Hello, We thank you for your business! Urmas does great work and was happy to help with your home projects. Also, thank you for your organized list of things you wanted to get done- very helpful! We look forward to working with you again sometime. Anne

Eric J.
06/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
The team did the work excellently. They paid close attention to take care the minor details such as the electric outlet, baseboard. My house has high ceiling in the living room, they painted that area also perfectly. Will recommend to anyone who would like a painting job.
Description of Work: Painted the interior of the whole house

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,500

Michael D.
06/2014
5.0
handyman service, doors
  + 0 more
Provider was very responsive and flexible. We didn't use them only because we managed to fix the problem ourselves. However, we would not hesitate to contact them again.
Description of Work: Received estimate for fixing sliding doors.

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

Donna N.
06/2014
5.0
drywall, handyman service, interior painters
  + 1 more
We had 5 spots to repair of dry wall, a bathroom with highly damaged walls from wallpaper removal and past peeling. Also had 4 rooms to paint, large foyer, and 2 tall stairways with 2 connecting hallways. Yorin and Rein were a great team! They worked fast, hard, and neatly! They were here 4 days and each day they vacuumed up and cleaned the mess so we could still live normal:) Very kind and trustworthy- left the house while they plowed thru the work!
Description of Work: Huge indoor painting job and drywall repairs.

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
$4,000

Response from Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
Thank you for the positive review! Rein & Virgo enjoyed working with you in your home. They do excellent work and pay attention to details. We appreciate your business and hope to work with you again some day.

Contact information

117 S Cook Street Suite 246, Barrington, IL 60010

http://www.hmmhkb.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed


Licensing

Bonded

Insured

No License Required for Trade

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Interior Painting,
Drywall,
Electrical,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Plumbing,
General Remodeling,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Doors,
Lighting,
Ceramic Tile,
Flooring Sales and Installation

FAQ

Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard
Yes, Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath offers free project estimates.
Yes, Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath does not offer a senior discount.
No, Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath offers warranties.
Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath offers the following services: Kitchen, Bathroom, & Basement Remodels, Handyman, Carpentry, Door Installation, Wood & Ceramic Tile Flooring & Repairs, Bathtub & Tile, Installation, Interior & Exterior Painting, Cabinet Painting and Installation, Drywall, Wallpaper Removal, Pressure Washing, Deck Staining.
If you don't see a service offered that you are looking for, please give us a call in the office to discuss at 847-713-2120. We look forward to speaking with you!

Contact information

117 S Cook Street Suite 246, Barrington, IL 60010

http://www.hmmhkb.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed