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Scott's Home Improvement

Handyman Services, Interior Painting, Basement Remodeling,

About us

Professional, honest, and fair contractor servicing the Chicagoland area for the past 22 years. Specialities include: Painting, Kitchen Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, Renovations, Additions, Electrical, Plumbing, and more. References and pictures available upon request. 10% discount with mention of this Angie's List Ad. Best way to reach me is by moile, (847) 401-9797.

Business highlights

40 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Remodeling - General, Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom, Remodeling - Basements, Deck Maintenance, Windows, Plastering, Plumbing, Electrical, Painting - Exterior, Painting - Interior, Handyman, Appliance Repair

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Visa

Reviews

4.810 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
70%
4
10%
3
10%
2
0%
1
10%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-10 of 10 reviews

KATHLEEN S.
02/2017
3.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Scott asked, Did I get his # off Angie's List or something? I said yes. He said he doesn't do that anymore.
Description of Work: Handyman / Fence Repair
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Tommy C.
12/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He did a very good job, made sure that everything was working correctly, and he cleaned up after himself when he was done.
Description of Work: He installed a new storm door for me.

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 M.
05/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He does a wonderful job. We've been using with my parents old house and ours for the last 15 years. He comes when you call him and he is reasonable in everything. He is just a nice guy and does a good job. You call him at night and if he does not have anything else to do, he will come.
Description of Work: We used Scott's Home Improvement three weeks ago.

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

Darlene F.
07/2011
1.0
interior painters, plumbing
  + 0 more
I was never called back to set an appointment..
Description of Work: I called Scott. He said he would get right back to me and set an appointment for the weekend. it is sunday and I still have not heard from him. Apparently he does not need the business.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


Asif L.
04/2011
5.0
handyman service, interior painters, plumbing
  + 1 more
Great Work. The pipe connecting the kitchen sink broke one night and I was having a party the next day. I called Scott that morning and he said he would squeeze me in. Within 2 hours, he came over, diagnosed the problem, went to Home Depot to pick up the part and came back to repair the pipe. Scott is prompt, knowledgeable & courteous. I have used his services repeatedly, since I have an old house and he has always gone above and beyond to fix my home issues.
Description of Work: Replaced a broken PVC pipe under kitchen sink.

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
$100

Lisa C.
02/2011
4.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
It wasn't a good match. It wasn?t anything against him personally; it just wasn't a good match. He had the lowest quote of any of the ones we got. He was very responsive but he was late. He didn?t give us a written quote. He gave it to us over the phone but he said he would write it up. We would use them for light handyman work.
Description of Work: We got an estimate from Scott's Home Improvement for a basement remodel.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Lisa C.
12/2010
5.0
interior painters, woodworking
  + 0 more
He gave a very reasonable quote and was polite. The work seems fine and is well done. He also did some odd ends around the basement as well.
Description of Work: He did some basic carpentry work for me, baseboards in the basement and painted them.

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
$1,600

Asif L.
06/2010
5.0
deck cleaning, decks
  + 0 more
Scott did an excellent job in completing my deck (went above and beyond my expectations). My wife and I designed our deck on a machine at Menards and Lowes. We gave the blueprints to Scott to let him give us a cost. He came back saying that we didnt need some of the materials (we were being overcharged by the retailer for materials), and could design it to our specifications. It took him about 14 days to complete the deck and he was on time, punctual and very honest with his work and prices. He saved me over $1500 in labor and material based on his recommendations.
Description of Work: Had a cedar wood deck and balcony installed along with an octagon sitting area with a grill bumpout.

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
$7,000

Asif L.
06/2010
5.0
basement waterproofing, drywall, electrician, remodeling, handyman service, interior painters, basement remodeling
  + 5 more
After calling several other contractors, Scott provided me with a very reasonable estimate. He advised me of what I needed to get done, and what he recommended. My basement was unfinished with bad wiring from the old owners and structural issues (loose joists, bad wood, poor paneling). I gave Scott the job and could not have been happier. My basement is actually pleasant to go down to as opposedto being a dungeon.
Description of Work: Gutted out basement and remodeled entire basement with new insulation, drywall, canned lighting, demolished wall, paint and rewire electrical circuits to make me a man cave.

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

Asif L.
11/2009
5.0
drywall, electrician, house painters, remodeling, handyman service, interior painters, home remodeling, plumbing, basement remodeling
  + 7 more
My wife and I purchased a foreclosure house that was in very bad shape. I searched for weeks to find a good contractor. After calling five other companies, my neighbor referred me to Scott. Scott came in and provided me with an estimate. Not only is Scott reasonable and fair, he is very, very reliable. He has never been late, will never try to cheat anyone and gives the customer his honest opinion. He is very talented and I have had my house transformed because of Scott. From the walls being painted, to remodeling bathrooms and repairing foundation cracks, Scott is meticulous. If you use anyone, you're probably getting ripped off. If you need pictures or a verbal recommendation/reference, please contact me at hurricanes786@gmail.com.
Description of Work: Remodeling both bathrooms, replacing molded drywall, interior and exterior painting, plumbing and electrical repairs, foundation and crawlspace repair.

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
$10,000

    Contact information

    440 W Touhy #355, Des Plaines, IL 60018


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    Service Categories

    Handyman Services,
    Interior Painting,
    Basement Remodeling,
    Plumbing,
    General Remodeling,
    Electrical,
    Drywall,
    Exterior Painting,
    Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
    Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
    Deck Maintenance,
    Basement Waterproofing

    FAQ

    Scott's Home Improvement is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
    Scott's Home Improvement accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Visa
    Yes, Scott's Home Improvement offers free project estimates.
    No, Scott's Home Improvement does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Scott's Home Improvement does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, Scott's Home Improvement offers emergency services.
    Yes, Scott's Home Improvement offers warranties.
    Scott's Home Improvement offers the following services: Remodeling - General, Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom, Remodeling - Basements, Deck Maintenance, Windows, Plastering, Plumbing, Electrical, Painting - Exterior, Painting - Interior, Handyman, Appliance Repair

    Contact information

    440 W Touhy #355, Des Plaines, IL 60018