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Honest Abe's Handyman Service

Handyman Services, Drywall, Plaster,

About us

Owner-operated, 2 employees. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges up to 50 miles. Extra charge for after hours service may apply. First quarter discounts (Jan-Mar). Emergency electrical & plumbing. "Honest days work for an Honest price."

Business highlights

20 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

All electrical, handyman service, carpentry, plumbing, drywall, tile, masonry, painting, home repair, yard work, lighting, low voltage work which includes telephone, satellite & cable.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.143 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
53%
4
7%
3
2%
2
16%
1
21%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.3
value
4.6
professionalism
4.1
responsiveness
4.1
punctuality
4.4
Showing 26-43 of 43 reviews

Rebecca M.
11/2014
3.0
drywall
  + -1 more
unknown

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

$69

Richard P.
04/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Handyman service
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Leigh B.
11/2012
1.0
drywall
  + -1 more
didn't use them
Description of Work: could never get a returned call to schedule Big Deal service

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Miriam R.
11/2012
5.0
handyman service, plastering
  + 0 more
no problems
Description of Work: I just needed a patch, not fine finished work, and Abe showed up on time, finished on time and left no mess. When I'm ready to do the real thing I will call him back; his number is in my phone.

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
$69

Deni S.
10/2011
1.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
see above
Description of Work: I purchased a "deal" for 4 hours of Handyman Services through Angies List. I spoke to Abe on the phone and asked if he could do some painting and he assured me that his services include painting. Abe arrived on time, however his workmanship is mediocre. He got paint on my hardwood floors and cleaned his brushes in my kitchen sink ( which he did not bother to rinse out). I needed to hire a painted to come and repaint the streaky mess. Will not hire again

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0

$100

Paula W.
01/2011
5.0
ceramic tile, handyman service, plumbing
  + 1 more
Abe contacted us immediately and provided an estimate the next day. We had absolutely great service. Abe is polite, dependable, pleasant and very professional. We were completly satisfied with the timeliness, quality and price of his service. We will definetly use him again.
Description of Work: Installed a kitchen faucet and replaced bathroom fixtures, including toilets. In addition, he layed down ceramic floor tile and trimmed out both bathrooms. We provided the tile and the grout.

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

Denise D.
12/2010
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting
  + 1 more
Abe came to provide an estimate the day after being contacted, and performed the job the very next day. He was respectful, professional, courteous, and efficient. He gave an estimate for another job while there - Yes, we were so pleased with his work that we inquired about another handyman job that we needed to have done before he left.
Description of Work: Replaced bathroom ceiling light with heated fan/light. Required running new wiring and installing new circuit breaker, as well as running vent up through outside of attic. The price shown is for his services, and does not include the purchase of some electrical items, which were paid in addition.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$175

Carissa F.
10/2010
5.0
plastering, plumbing
  + 0 more
I was impressed and would use Honest Abe's again. Would recommend him to anyone!
Description of Work: Provided hot and cold plumbing run approximately 50 feet in basement to future bathroom. He provided a shutoff valve for both hot and cold plumbing runs in the bathroom. Provided a detailed quote. He was punctual and completed the project in the time he stated he would.

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
$500

Heather R.
10/2010
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Abe is very polite and very accommodating. He was very busy, but squeezed me in because he felt a leak should be fixed as soon as possible. Prior to this job, he saved me money when he came to my house to look at humming pipes and gave me a recommendation as to how I might fix the problem myself. He didn't even charge for the visit. I have a few other things needing attention around the house and I will definitely call Honest Abe in future.
Description of Work: I had a leak in the valley where my garage roof meets the house roof due to poorly installed flashing. Abe used an unconventional approach, but it was cost effective and appears to have done the trick. At first I was a little concerned about the possible appearance of exposed metal and even though I later indicated it wasn't a concern, he spray painted the small amount of exposed metal so it wouldn't show against the shingles (even though you couldn't really see it anyway).

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
$85

Marshaine A.
09/2010
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
The man is very polite and very thorough. I chose not to use his services based on the slow response time from him. If he wasn't willing to provide an estimate with a deadline he had given me I was not confident he could meet any of my deadlines.
Description of Work: We had arranged for a meeting to review the work and the morning of the meeting he canceled. I am currently living out of the state and made arrangements to stay an length of time to meet with him. Later another meeting was set up and he was shown numerous items I needed done. He took notes, was very polite and stated he would have an estimate by the end of that week. After several weeks of not hearing from him I sent an email stating I must have deleted his estimate and to please resend it. After about a week he responded stating this was his first email (so I had not deleted anything from him) but he had been out of town and was just now getting to me. I had in the meantime contacted another service. Both estimates were close. To date, I've spent about $12,000. getting various items fixed or replaced by another handyman.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0


Timothy H.
09/2010
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
  + 0 more
Great service. reasonable price.
Description of Work: Repair/replace plumbing under ktchen sink and icemaker for refridgerator. Offered great suggestions for avoiding problems in the future.

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
$250

Craig H.
07/2010
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
  + 0 more
The job went well, we have had not problems. He was punctual and did everything I asked for. He was very lead back, and seemed professional.
Description of Work: We used them for general plumbing. We had a leak in one of our bathrooms and he fixed that, along with some other things. He ended up switching out faucet handles that were leaking, popped a shower, and replaced an outside water spigot.

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
$190

Melinda S.
06/2010
5.0
handyman service, plastering, doors
  + 1 more
I had three or four people come and bid and I decided to use someone else because my friend knew them personally. I was impressed with Abe and I would consider having him do things. In fact, a friend of mine wanted to have some work done and I gave them his name. He told me that they usually give Angie?s List members 5-10% off. I thought he was an honest guy and I think he would have done a good job.
Description of Work: Honest Abe’s Handyman Service gave me a bid on several things. There was some plastering that needed to be done, some stairs needed to be repaired, and the rear-entry door needed repaired.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,300

Phil C.
06/2010
5.0
electrician, handyman service
  + 0 more
The price they charged me was very reasonable. The guy was easy to talk to and dependable.
Description of Work: I have used Honest Abe's Handyman Service many times. The last time I used them was few weeks ago.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$90

Phil C.
05/2010
4.0
electrician, handyman service
  + 0 more
He didn't finish the job the first day, so it took him an extra day to complete. I was a little disappointed with that, but when he was done, it was complete and he cleaned up after himself.
Description of Work: Had them repair some electrical work which was done improperly. He was able to get the work done in a reasonable amount of time.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$320

Vernita D.
01/2010
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
  + 0 more
He came out, fixed the leak and was done - he wasn?t here that long. I don?t remember what I paid him but I do remember that I didn?t have a problem with the price. I would rate him highly, and probably would be calling him to fix a problem that I am currently having.
Description of Work: We used Honest Abe's Handyman Service to fix a leaking toilet.

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

Vernita D.
05/2009
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
  + 0 more
It was great service. I was told over the phone what could be possible causes and remedies. Once the contractor came to my home he verified the problem and told me how long it would take and the approximate cost. It turned out to be not as bad as it could have been and while fixing the first problem corrected the second(meaning he didn't have to tear open my wall).
Description of Work: Leaky toilet repaired,air let out of pipe which was causing noise.

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
$90

Jackie J.
12/2007
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Started off removing all old wiring and boxes. Installed everything new. Trimmed off after paint. Clean work.
Description of Work: All electric in remodeled bathroom: ceiling fan, wall sconce, exhaust, and 3 switches.

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
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Contact information

229 S Morrison Ave, Collinsville, IL 62234

handyabe.webs.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Insured
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Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Drywall,
Plaster,
Plumbing,
Electrical,
Doors,
Interior Painting,
Lighting,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Basement Remodeling,
Exterior Painting

FAQ

Honest Abe's Handyman Service is currently rated 4.1 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Honest Abe's Handyman Service accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Honest Abe's Handyman Service offers free project estimates.
No, Honest Abe's Handyman Service does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Honest Abe's Handyman Service does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Honest Abe's Handyman Service offers emergency services.
Yes, Honest Abe's Handyman Service offers warranties.
Honest Abe's Handyman Service offers the following services: All electrical, handyman service, carpentry, plumbing, drywall, tile, masonry, painting, home repair, yard work, lighting, low voltage work which includes telephone, satellite & cable.

Contact information

229 S Morrison Ave, Collinsville, IL 62234

handyabe.webs.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed