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Newman Household Repair

Handyman Services, Electrical, Plumbing,

About us

Dave Newman is a "small jobs specialist". He is a problem solver and loves"Honey Do" and punch lists. He does light electrical, plumbing and carpentry such as changing light fixtures, switches outlets and troubleshooting electrical issues. He installs faucets and repairs toilets as well as working on problem doors and locks. As a former teacher, auto mechanic and bicycle mechanic he will provide lessons on woodworking & drafting and bicycle repair. Effective January 1, 2016 the hourly rate is $90//hour. An "Out of service area fee" of $45 will be charged for locations requiring a half hour or more of travel one way. Please feel free to ask for additional information.

Business highlights

13 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Small jobs specialist. Handyman. Light electrical, fixtures, lighting, small carpentry jobs, closet shelving, door and lock repair, Light plumbing - faucet and toilet repair. Furniture repair and bicycle repair.

Services we don't offer

Not doing large scale remodeling, painting or large drywall repair.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9217 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
94%
4
4%
3
0%
2
0%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 126-150 of 217 reviews

Diane C.
09/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
very well. He completed all tasks
Description of Work: miscellaneous services

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
$180

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for taking the time to review my work. As always, I look forward to helping you in the future.

Bernadette S.
08/2013
5.0
doors, electrician, handyman service, plumbing
  + 2 more
It was an Angie's List Big Deal that I purchased. It was absolutely excellent. He has been out twice already and he's coming out for the third time to do some more work for me. He was here the first time for 3 hours and then the next time for a couple of hours. For the initial visit, I ended up paying $50. He charges $50 an hour. He was here for 2 1/2- 3 hours so it was $150 and he took off $100 for the 2 hours.
Description of Work: I used the services of Newman Household Repair which is a one-man operation. He fixed 2 toilets that were running nonstop and he realigned doors to my furnace. He also realigned 2 outside doors and he also did some electrical work. He took down some smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors that I was not using and he put a plate over them which I wanted them to do.

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
$115

Response from Newman Household Repair
I appreciate your taking time to review my work. I look forward to helping you any time.

Lauren B.
08/2013
5.0
custom cabinets, handyman service
  + 0 more
Dave is very professional and mounted/installed everything perfectly. For a detail-oriented person like me, making sure that things hung on the wall are straight and centered is a big deal, and Dave got everything just right. Also, when a piece of hardware that came with the baby gate wasn't working as intended, Dave fashioned his own "stopper" so that the gate swings only one direction, as I requested. I plan to use him for future work on our quirky old house.
Description of Work: Dave mounted our flatscreen TV and soundbar. On a previous visit he mounted cabinets on the wall and installed a baby gate.

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

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for your review. I look forward to helping you in the future.

Georgia D.
08/2013
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting, plumbing
  + 2 more
The front door handle/deadlock was loose and jiggled around whenever we used it. We bought a new lock and handle to be installed. Dave said it only needed to be tightened and the original was a very good lock. So he fixed it for a lot less. He also replaced 3 light fixtures, one that he had to make work because from move to move it was missing a few parts. It looks great. I am using him again for several more jobs. Also he worked the whole time. I feel like he really got a lot done in a few hours. Very pleased.
Description of Work: He hung several light fixtures, fixed a toilet problem and fixed the front door handle.

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
$123

Response from Newman Household Repair
It was a pleasure working with you. I look forward to helping in the future.

Lauren B.
08/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It turned out well. They came out within a week of me purchasing the deal and I paid the price for the deal and then I had him do more for his normal rate. He was very personable and he wanted to make sure I was happy with the job and I plan on using him as my regular handyman.
Description of Work: I purchased a big deal service from Newman Household Repair to mount a baby gate and he hung some book shelves and cabinets on 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
$73

Response from Newman Household Repair
It was my pleasure working with you. Thanks again for choosing Newman Household Repair. I look forward to helping you in the future.

Sharon Z.
08/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
They did a fine job. They were very prompt and communicated well.
Description of Work: Put some table and chairs together. small things around the 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
$65

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for your review. Hope to work with you again.

Mike B.
08/2013
5.0
glass repair, handyman service, replacement windows
  + 1 more
Dave responded immediately to my call and promptly scheduled the work. He arrived on time and completed the job efficiently and professionally. Both repairs were performed well. He's a pleasure to work with.
Description of Work: Extended and attic exhaust vent and replaced a difficult-to-get-at broken basement window pane.

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

Response from Newman Household Repair
It was a pleasure working with you. I look forward to helping you out in the future.

Eric W.
08/2013
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
  + 0 more
He performed this job in one hour and on a Sunday morning when everyone else that I called shied away from those hours. He was pleasant to work with and gave advice in what to do with the old faucet. Clean and professional through and through.
Description of Work: Replaced a Grohe Ladylux Kitchen Faucet with a Kraus Chrome Kitchen Faucet in one hour. .

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
$65

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for choosing Newman Household Repair. I look forward to helping you in the future.

doris H.
08/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
it taken time but he did the job
Description of Work: he place my bi fold door which is 9 ft tall and very heavy

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
$77

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thank you for taking the time to review my work. It was a pleasure helping you.

Marie C.
07/2013
5.0
drywall, handyman service, plumbing
  + 1 more
Because the hole created by the old molly bolt was so large, David had to plaster up the hole before installing a new molly bolt a few inches away from the original spot. He told us to wait a day or two for the plaster to dry so we could paint the area and then install the hanger. We did that, but my husband had difficulty with the screw going in and we thought we had a faulty bolt. We called David back, and even with his busy schedule, he fit us in and came back to see what the problem was. It was not a faulty bolt, apparently my husband needed to use a little more force with it. David finished the job of hanging the device on the wall. The kitchen faucet was a bit of a challenge, but he and my husband worked together and got it done beautifully. I will definitely be calling David again. David is very accommodating, will work with you on time and date. He is fast and efficient and very courteous.
Description of Work: We had a clothes drying device that was attached to the wall in the laundry room come away from the wall. David came in, patched up the hole created by the old bolt, and installed a new. He also installed a new kitchen 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
$75

Response from Newman Household Repair
It was my pleasure working for you. I look forward to helping you in the future.

barbara P.
07/2013
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Very nice man; did an "Okay " job, not outstanding, on the tile removal. Did a very nice job shortening a screw and screwing it in the window mechanism during a 2 hour apppointment. Price was fabulous.
Description of Work: Took ceramic tile off bathroom walls and replaced a screw missing from a casement window mechanism during a 2 hour time frame.

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

$65

Response from Newman Household Repair
I'd hope to earn an A next time - ceramic tile removal is not my forte.

Jeffrey S.
07/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I purchased a Big Deal for Newman Household Repair. Dave is a great guy and works with you and is very interactive. He will tell you what needs to be done to get the work done correctly. He is a very honest person. He came to the house this time to install a couple new cabinet doors. He also trimmed 2 doors down and put new backing on one other door.
Description of Work: Newman Household Repair installed new cabinet doors and trimmed 2 closet doors and repaired another 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

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks again. It's always a pleasure working with you.

Jeffrey S.
07/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Dave is terrific to work with, listened to what I had to say, worked with me to achieve best results possible.
Description of Work: Took care of some minor repairs around the house for me. I have actually had him back several timmes to perform other work

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

Response from Newman Household Repair
It was a pleasure working with you and I look forward to future projects.

Josh F.
07/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Dave was great to work with--on time, personable, professional.
Description of Work: Dave repaired and painted the front porch stairs on our house, and repaired chipping caulk on a window.

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

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for your review. I look forward to helping you in your new house!

Kerrye D.
07/2013
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
  + 0 more
Our experience with David was great from start to finish. We purchased the Big Deal for two hours of handyman services and within 30 minutes we had an email from David asking what services we would like performed. Within the hour we had the services scheduled for two days later and that night David called to confirm the timing for his calendar. The day of services David was on time and got right to work. He installed the garbage disposal quickly. The job involved moving some pipes slightly, and David did this without a single complaint. He had a little time left on the two hour deal we purchased so he was able to fix one of our toilets as a bonus. We had a great experience with David and his standard rates are very reasonable as well. We will definitely use him again when we need things around the house repaired.
Description of Work: Install garbage disposal and fix 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
$80

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thank you for using my service. It was a pleasure helping you and I look forward to working with you in the future.

Elizabeth D.
07/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It went as expected. Dave put up the shelves and did the work in a timely manner. He was prompt and courteous.
Description of Work: Put up shelves and partial installation of garbage disposal. He was unable to complete the disposal installation because he didn't have all the materials. He completed it at a later date satisfactorily.

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
$73

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for your review. I look forward to helping you in the future.

Peter K.
06/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
We had many odds & ends accompished -- pictures hung, hooks installed, an antique dining room piece repaired. All were accomplished quickly and perfectly. Dave Newman also made helpful suggestions. An A+ !
Description of Work: see below

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

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thank you. It was my pleasure helping you and I look forward to future projects.

Bashir K.
06/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He was right on time, very polite, and very conscientious of his job. I would recommend him anytime.
Description of Work: I bought the big deal for $73 for 2 hours of Handyman Services. I used him two other times after the big deal. This last time he hung pictures that needed to be hung and also did some carpentry work.

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
$350

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thank you for choosing Newman Household Repair. I appreciated your participation and help with the jobs and also your taking the time to write this review.

Margaret K.
06/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He did such a nice job, cleaned all his messes, and put up with my barking dog the whole time he was here. Not only did he do what I asked, but suggested better ways and found and fixed other issues. He did such a great job, I've had him back to do some more work and he's going to enlarge my kitchen doorway.
Description of Work: Patched larger holes in the walls, some plumbing work (new faucet), put up hose reels into brick

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 Newman Household Repair
Thank you for all your positive words. It's been a pleasure working with you and knowing my work is appreciated.

Marcy H.
05/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Everything was done efficiently and it was a pleasure to have him working in the house. He is so kind and friendly. He came up with solutions to the repairs and was so helpful.
Description of Work: Dave came out right on time and helped put up curtain rods for me. He also repaired my broken bathroom drain stopper and fixed my wood gate.

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
$60

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thank you for your kind words. I look forward to helping you again soon.

L S.
05/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
They worked hard, responsible and efficiently. They were helpful and they came on short notice. *review given over the phone*
Description of Work: He help carry out the wet furniture/items from the basement.

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
$50

Response from Newman Household Repair
Glad to help. Please feel free to call again.

Juliana W.
05/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Dave was excellent. I actually called him before I purchased the Angie's deal to make sure he could do the work and within the time frame I needed. He seemed pleased that I was asking before hand. We talked and scheduled the appointment, and he let me know that he calls 30 minutes before hand to let you know he is coming. On the day of the appointment, he did indeed call before he arrived. Everything went well. He asked good questions and made sure I was okay with what he proposed to do to solve my problem(s) before actually carrying out the task. I felt like he was very thoughtful and careful to make sure I was happy. He made some very good suggestions and I was quite pleased with the work.
Description of Work: Dave lowered my gate for me, installed additional latches on two gates and did some fence 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
$73

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thank you for your kind words. I look forward to helping you in the future.

Genevieve M.
05/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I hired David because we live out of town and have water damage due to flooding. He took care of everything we could not since we are out of state- cleanup- purchased and replace our carpet tiles, purchased and replaced our backup sump pump. He really saved us as he was timely, responsible and did a great job. He was very responsive, updated me on the progress and communicated well with our renters. I would definitely recommend and use again!
Description of Work: Flood cleanup. Carpet tile purchasing and replacement. Backup sump pump purchasing and replacement

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
$225

Response from Newman Household Repair
I look forward to helping you in the future. Thanks again!

Stephen L.
04/2013
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Overall it was good. He was professional and cleaned up well. I would recommend him.
Description of Work: Installed elextrical fixtures for a flat screen tv

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
$65

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for your review. Please don't hesitate to call again in the future even for the littlest things.

Ted P.
04/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Dave was prompt, clean, efficiant, and quality oriented
Description of Work: Hung drapes and curtains, towel bar, and super heavy antique mirror. Also fixed door knob

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
$100

Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for your review. I look forward to working with you in the future.

Contact information

3900 W Lyons St, Evanston, IL 60203


Service hours

Monday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Licensing

Insured
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Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Electrical,
Plumbing,
Lighting,
Doors,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Fencing,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Windows,
Furniture Refinishing and Repair,
Drywall,
Bicycles

FAQ

Newman Household Repair is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Newman Household Repair accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
No, Newman Household Repair does not offer free project estimates.
No, Newman Household Repair does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Newman Household Repair does not offer a senior discount.
No, Newman Household Repair does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Newman Household Repair offers warranties.
Newman Household Repair offers the following services: Small jobs specialist. Handyman. Light electrical, fixtures, lighting, small carpentry jobs, closet shelving, door and lock repair, Light plumbing - faucet and toilet repair. Furniture repair and bicycle repair.
Not doing large scale remodeling, painting or large drywall repair.

Contact information

3900 W Lyons St, Evanston, IL 60203


Service hours

Monday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM