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Tom Bagot

Handyman Services, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,

About us

General handyman/remodelling: Carpentry, painting/decorating, misc. repairs.. I do full-scale room renovations:kitchens, bathrooms, basements. But as a small company, I'm happy to take on small Handyman projects, "Honey-Do" lists, etc. Repairing water damage on walls and ceilings is a specialty of mine. Problem-solving for all your household needs. Over 30 years experience.

Business highlights

30 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Same as above. If you're not sure: Feel free to contact me to ask about your particular problem or needs. Free estimates and advice!

Services we don't offer

Do not generally do re-piping or re-wiring inside the walls. But can install most any plumbing or electrical fixtures. Don't hang wallpaper, but am expert at prepping walls for the paperhanger. I don't do large-scale exterior painting. But small-scale ones are fine. Except no 3rd story ladder work. Anything else, feel free to ask.

Amenities

Senior Discount

10%



Accepted payment methods

Check
PayPal

Reviews

4.814 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
79%
4
14%
3
0%
2
0%
1
7%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.8
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-14 of 14 reviews

James J.
06/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Tom was phenomenal. He got in and out and did stellar work.
Description of Work: Odds and ends around the condo. It is an old building with lots of maintenance issues.

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
$100

steve S.
04/2014
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Not very professional. At least could have sent a note saying not available.
Description of Work: I called him and discussed work needed. Sent him a follow up email. He said he was available but never called back and never responded to email

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


ramesh V.
01/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Tom did a great job. He came on NYE, showed up in time and did great work. Strongly recommend.
Description of Work: Ceiling fan install, dimmer switches install

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
$120

thomas O.
09/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He did a number of things at our home. Each time he was on time, got the work done when promised and for the price he quoted. Very professional and pleasant to work with.
Description of Work: Curtain rods installed, various 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

DAVID G.
08/2013
5.0
handyman service, replacement windows
  + 0 more
What Tom was able to accomplish in part of a morning and afternoon was very impressive. He replaced 4 outlet sockets, removed a window from the sash, repaired it, and replaced it, purchased replacement parts for a bathroom fan and ceiling fan at Home Depot and installed both of them, and finally hooked up an exhaust hose for an electric dryer. All in all he took care of many of my problems in the apartment in this one visit at a very reasonable rate.
Description of Work: Perform a number of repairs to electrical equipment and other items in a rental apartment.

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

Fariedeh N.
06/2013
5.0
doors
  + -1 more
I used him a few weeks back and I would give him top marks for everything. He was the most reasonably priced. He is very good. He cleaned up everything. He was very willing. He did a good job. He was very helpful. A nice guy. I liked everything about him. He was very honest and gave me clues about other jobs. You could tell he loves his job.
Description of Work: I went to Tom Bagot for doors. He rehung the door and cleaned up the place. He fixed a few other things.

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
$100

Susan G. P.
05/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Excellent workmanship and fixed extra things not on our list. Gave a fair price and worked fairly quickly. Looking forward to our upcoming and more challenging projects.
Description of Work: Paint and repair. Have hired him to do more work later so pleased with all that he did. Also did work at my rental property and pleased with that as well.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

Chrysa C.
03/2013
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Overall, the work is good, but not excellent as other reviewers have indicated. The price was fair. We did pay more than the bid, but we were pretty sure the work was going to take longer than the original estimate. The original time frame he scheduled was 2-3 days. The work took more than 5 days, with Tom putting in several late nights to complete the work. Overall, the bathroom is much improved. There are several small issues (e.g., the sink is not centered under the mirror, which was permanently attached to the wall and did not move in the work done) that we will either live with or address ourselves. I don't really have other projects that I would seek Tom's assistance on, but I would generally recommend him.
Description of Work: Install new tile floor, install base board, paint, install toilet and sink, install towel bars/shower rod.

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

$1,200

Julia K.
06/2012
5.0
woodworking, handyman service
  + 0 more
He is very good at everything and I would highly recommend him. I am really satisfied with the quality of his work. His pricing is fair and always competitive. I would use him again in the future.
Description of Work: I use Tom Bagot for handyman and carpentry services. He has done a lot of work around my house such as cement work, rebuilding rooms, painting, plastering and wiring. I have been using him for the past ten to fifteen years.

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

ROBIN B.
03/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Tom is very responsive. He returned my call immediately. He set up a time to come over and quickly got to work on my list of jobs. He was very honest in one request that he did not feel he would be able to complete it. The overall experience was very good. Within a week of the first job, I hired him again for a smaller project and he came the same day I called him and completed it. He is very good and reliable.
Description of Work: Many handyman jobs -- changing door knobs, hanging pictures, taking down old pergola, caulking showers, etc

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

Debra M.
03/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Everything went great. He is very responsive. He got back to me right away when I contacted him. He is professional, on time and cleaned up after himself. He also referred us to a very good electrician who has done some work for us. Because we live in the city and do not own a car, he even went to pick up the screen door we had picked out, which I feel goes above and beyond what would be normal for a handyman to take care of.
Description of Work: He installed a screen door on our back door, put together a wire rack shelving unit for our kitchen, he removed and replaced vents for us, replaced our carbon monoxide alarm and other small jobs throughout the house.

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

Herbert V. H.
01/2012
4.0
ceramic tile, remodeling, home remodeling
  + 1 more
I am very satisfied with his work and did a good job. I would definitely use him again in the future.
Description of Work: I had do some tile work around my apartment building. He replaced some old tiles and grouting.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

donald L.
01/2012
5.0
drywall, handyman service
  + 0 more
Tom was great. Honest, courteous and very detailed. I needed a couple things done in my condo and Tom was willing to do the job(s) no matter how small. He arrived on time. Started work right away and was reasonable in price. He caulked my shower and spent some extra time fixing a loose vent (which I had not mentioned prior). I definitely recommend him and I will certainly use him again.
Description of Work: Re-Caulking my shower and fixing a loose ceiling vent.

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
$100

Julia K.
03/2011
5.0
remodeling, woodworking, ceramic tile, drywall, handyman service, house painters, interior painters, plastering, home remodeling, basement remodeling, sunrooms, replacement windows, wallpaper removal
  + 11 more
Tom is absolutely FABULOUS! He has worked for us for the past 18 years on numerous jobs, from big to small. Some of the larger jobs he has done for us include remodeling our kitchen in its entirety, installing new windows throughout the house, remodeling the upstairs (no small task, since the ceiling collapsed at the start of the project), and transformed a rear porch into a year-round viable living space! His work is always and consistently excellent; he is prompt, courteous, and considerate. Some of the jobs he has done for us are large and involved locating and supervising subcontractors, such as electricians. The people he chose were excellent (for instance, the electricians he suggested for our kitchen remodel have now become our go-to electricians). In his work, he does not just merely "do" the job, but is an active participant, suggesting ways of improving what we originally wanted done. I recommend him in the highest possible terms.
Description of Work: The latest job (3/1/2011): Re-painting the entrance way hall, including ceilings. Refinishing the hardwood floor, including sanding, staining, and varnishing. Also replacing old light fixture in the ceiling.

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
$1,000

    Contact information

    6527 N. Glenwood #3, Chicago, IL 60626


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Licensing

    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

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    *Contact business to see additional licenses.


    Service Categories

    Handyman Services,
    Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
    Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
    Windows,
    General Remodeling,
    Drywall,
    Ceramic Tile,
    Basement Remodeling,
    Sunrooms and Patio Enclosures,
    Doors,
    Interior Painting,
    Exterior Painting

    FAQ

    Tom Bagot is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Saturday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Tom Bagot accepts the following forms of payment: Check,PayPal
    No, Tom Bagot does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, Tom Bagot offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Tom Bagot does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Tom Bagot does not offer emergency services.
    No, Tom Bagot does not offer warranties.
    Tom Bagot offers the following services: Same as above. If you're not sure: Feel free to contact me to ask about your particular problem or needs. Free estimates and advice!
    Do not generally do re-piping or re-wiring inside the walls. But can install most any plumbing or electrical fixtures. Don't hang wallpaper, but am expert at prepping walls for the paperhanger. I don't do large-scale exterior painting. But small-scale ones are fine. Except no 3rd story ladder work. Anything else, feel free to ask.

    Contact information

    6527 N. Glenwood #3, Chicago, IL 60626


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Saturday:
    8:30 AM - 5:30 PM