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.
Dave did a great job. He was thorough but efficient and even gave me some helpful tips if things break in the future. While he was in our house, one of our smoke detectors started chirping, and he helped me replace a battery. We also didn't have the proper lightbulbs for the light he changed, and he found the nearest hardware store, went a got them to finish the job. We'll definitely be calling him again!
Description of Work: We had a bunch of odd jobs after moving into a new house - fixing loose drawers, removing and replacing caulk in bathrooms, fixing doors that wouldn't latch, mounting our tv to the wall, replacing a light that was too high for us.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$166
Response from Newman Household Repair
It was my pleasure helping you. Thanks for your kind words.
Bob L.
10/2015
5.0
doors, handyman service
 + 0 more
He did a good job figuring out what needed to be done to deal with two finicky situations.
Description of Work: Fixed two door locks
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$90
Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for taking time for this review. I look forward to helping you again.
Judyth H.
09/2015
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
He is very very nice and very accommodating. He really cared about me being satisfied with the work that he had completed! He returned my calls promptly and scheduled my services efficiently. He showed when he said he would and was very prompt.
Description of Work: Repaired Shower Door; Grouted Around Shower; Helped Replaced LED Flood Light Bulbs
Rating Category
Rating 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
Thank you for taking time for this review. I'm always glad to help.
Bradley C.
09/2015
5.0
electrician, handyman service
 + 0 more
Awesome! Mr. Newman is a highly qualified professional who I would recommend to anyone. An excellent value.
Description of Work: Checked the gas fireplace mechanism, tightened the bathtub facet, tightened up the stairwell bannister, replaced the bathroom exhaust fan.
Rating Category
Rating 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
Thanks for your kind words. I look forward to helping again.
Jan Z.
09/2015
5.0
doors, handyman service
 + 0 more
He did a great job, was fast and at a great price. Wish we found Dave years ago!! He is the best!!
Description of Work: Dave fixed our back door and also our iron railing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$30
Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for your review. It was a pleasure helping you out.
Anthony A.
08/2015
5.0
doors, handyman service
 + 0 more
From my initial call to completion of work everything went as planned. Highly recommend Dave.
Description of Work: Repaired two doors
Rating Category
Rating 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
Thanks for taking time for this review. I look forward to helping you again.
Parissa B.
07/2015
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
I didn't end up working with him ONLY because he was so honest and said that what I needed was something that was not in his wheelhouse. I really appreciated this bit of kindness. I will definitely keep in mind for other projects I may have in the future.
Description of Work: I contacted Dave about some handyman work at my house in Skokie.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for your review.
SUZANNE J.
07/2015
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
Dave is a super star. Great at all handyman projects. I appreciate his technical knowledge, efficient work approach and honesty. He's a professional all around - so glad our family found him.
Description of Work: Small jobs around the house.
Rating Category
Rating 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
I've enjoyed working with you. Thanks for your kind words. I look forward to helping you again.
Benjamin S.
07/2015
5.0
doors, electrician, handyman service, plumbing
 + 2 more
Dave is very punctual, patient and all around great handyman. He was efficient, got all items on our list completed in a timely manner, and very friendly as well. After quickly showing him what needed to be done, he got to work and never stopped. I will definitely use Dave again to install my ceiling fans once those are purchased.
Description of Work: Dave installed a storm door, installed curtain rods, fixed our garbage can pulley, and installed toilet paper holders.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$130
Response from Newman Household Repair
It was a pleasure working for you and I look forward to helping again. Thanks for taking time for this review.
Robert W.
06/2015
5.0
electrician, handyman service
 + 0 more
All the work was done quickly and professionally for a reasonable price. This is the third time I've used him for stuff. He's great.
Description of Work: Had Dave come over to do some light work - sand down a door, level an appliance, replace an outdoor outlet and replace the silicone caulk around my tub.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$105
Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for taking time for this review. As always, I look forward to helping you in any way I can.
Laura S.
06/2015
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting, plumbing
 + 2 more
Dave did a great job. He's reliable. He saved me money on things I thought I needed replaced, but he could just repair. He explains things very well. He is great at translating handyman services into something a very non-handy-person like me can understand. He did a great job and did it quickly as well. I highly recommend him!
Description of Work: Dave changed light fixtures; installed a variety of things such as doorbell, mailbox, etc; fixed a/c vents; fixed kitchen sink
Rating Category
Rating 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
I so enjoyed working with you. Thanks for your kind words. I look forward to helping you again.
Dustin L.
06/2015
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
Dave has been fantastic to work with. He's a former teacher, so he was excited that I wanted to learn and I was excited that he was willing to explain and demonstrate how to do things. He's super nice, punctual, professional, and he always get the job done well.
Description of Work: Dave has done all sorts of work for me, including chandelier installation, door know repair, fixture installations, and more miscellaneous small projects.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
Response from Newman Household Repair
It was a pleasure working with you. I look forward to helping you any time and thanks for taking time for this review.
Everything about Dave and his service is first rate. He is responsive, punctual, and does quality work.
Description of Work: Dave has installed shelves, vented a bathroom, repaired a window and hung pictures at various times.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$90
Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for your kind words. It's always a pleasure helping you out.
NANCY LISA M.
05/2015
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
 + 0 more
It went great! I happened to call him when he had just finished up a morning job and had time before his afternoon one, so he came over within 15 minutes of my call! He fixed the plumbing carefully, left no mess, and all around was a pleasant and easygoing person. His charge was extremely reasonable.
Description of Work: Dave fixed a leak under my kitchen sink. The leak was from someone else reconnecting the plumbing after the sink was replaced.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$35
Response from Newman Household Repair
Thank you for your review. I'm glad the timing was good. It was a pleasure helping you and I look forward to working with you again.
Donna D.
05/2015
5.0
doors, handyman service
 + 0 more
Dave took care of weatherstripping issues with the front entry door and the garage door to the house. He also adjusted the strike plates so the doors would close properly and to make a better air seal.
Description of Work: weatherstripping
Rating Category
Rating 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 taking the time for this review. I look forward to helping again.
Katelyn V.
05/2015
5.0
fencing, handyman service
 + 0 more
Dave was wonderful. From the moment he answered his phone, to his quick estimate, to his responsiveness by email follow-ups-he was great. I purchased the materials before hand, to help cut down on costs. He also allowed me to "help" his, so I could learn how to do it and also help reduce the cost. He is a former school teacher and was very patient and explained as he went. It was a great experience and I had a great time. We also have a great fence now!
Description of Work: Put up a 6 ft privacy fence and gate between my house and garage-approx. 11ft.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$330
Response from Newman Household Repair
It was a pleasure working with you as well. I look forward to helping again and thanks for the review!
Dave was very punctual. He always brings a thorough array of tools, which are precisely organized. Because he is very intellectual, he skillfully installed my sliding shower doors even though he had never done one before. He often has suggestions for a better solution, or has a part in his truck that might work better than my store-bought parts. He cleans up the work site and works efficiently. I was impressed that he offered to take the old shower door system to a place that collects home improvement "discards" for use by others. Dave is a far cry from other handymen I have hired who don't carry any additional tools and invariably have to spend a hour running to Home Depot for the necessary items. Or worse yet, they don't know what they're doing. He has also showed me how to accomplish some projects on my own that I have struggled with. I highly recommend Dave.
Description of Work: Dave installed a new glass shower door and new vanity lights. He replaced all door hinges in master bathroom, caulked part of shower base, hung two new wooden blinds, retrofitted new fan blades onto my ceiling fan, and a few other small projects.
Rating Category
Rating 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 Newman Household Repair
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful words and for taking the time for this review. I look forward to helping you any time.
Joanell M.
04/2015
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
This was an example of Angie's list at its best. Dave was a knowledgeable, conscientious worker. He worked through my "honey do" list quickly and expertly within 3 hours. Though I had purchased all the supplies I believed we needed for the tasks, he did have parts available on his truck for all these common jobs, so a trip to the hardware store mid-visit was unnecessary - even for the cabinet hinge I didn't know needed replacing. Dave does like you to call him to discuss a job before you purchase your coupon on Angie's list so he can determine whether the job you have in mind is within the services he provides. He does not do drywall or paint.
Description of Work: Adjusted cabinet and closet doors, windows. Replaced porcelain closet light fixture. Replaced storm door closer. Replaced supports for basement stairs. Secured molding around garage ceiling access to attic.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$170
Response from Newman Household Repair
Thank you for this comprehensive and greatly appreciated review. It was a pleasure working for you and I look forward to helping again.
SANDY & CLIVE P.
04/2015
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
Did a very nice job. Good choice for small jobs.
Description of Work: various small handy man job
Rating Category
Rating 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 again.
Lindsay S.
04/2015
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
Dave Newman is a great handyman. He is an excellent communicator and fixed everything quickly and well.
Description of Work: Hung bathroom hardware, fixed sliding closet door, reattached wall panel in garage, fixed stair spindle.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$135
Response from Newman Household Repair
Thanks for your review. Glad to help you again.
ERIC P.
03/2015
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
 + 0 more
I have used David several times in the past and always with great results. I am somewhat of a do it yourselfer myself on the side but by no means a professional. I was trying to replace a clogged sink drain and having issues. I could not get the drain itself out (the drain was at least 50 years old and was really stuck in there). I had worked all weekend on this project and pretty much given up and decided to call David over. When I called he carefully listened to the problem and offered to walk me through it over the phone. He gave me a few suggestions for the removal and sure enough I was able to get past that issue and complete the project. I HIGHLY recommend David. He is very knowledgeable, reasonable rates and he really does like solving problems. I really appreciate him taking 5 min on phone to help me through the issue whereas most would not have done that. I always think of him first when I have household issues.
Description of Work: David heled me solve a plumbing issue over the phone.
Rating Category
Rating 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 for taking time to write this review. As always, it's a pleasure to work with you and I appreciate being appreciated.
Hilary S.
03/2015
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting, plumbing
 + 2 more
David was so easy to schedule a service time with. He was on time and performed all the work in a timely manner. He had parts available and even came back to adjust something without any charge. He was polite and trusted him in my home. I would definitely recommend him and use his services again.
Description of Work: Fixed light fixtures, toilets and sealed up cracks in shower tile.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$93
Response from Newman Household Repair
Thank you for taking time for this review. I look forward to helping out again.
Nancy B.
02/2015
5.0
house painters
 + -1 more
David was on time, professional and very helpful. It's been a month since the service was performed and the faucet and ceiling fan light are both working as they should.
Description of Work: Installed bathroom faucet and drain assembly. Fixed one of the lights on my ceiling fan.
Rating Category
Rating 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 again.
Dave was great. He communicated well throughout the process. He was thoughtful about being in someone else's home. Lastly, he did great work in an efficient manner. i would definitely use Dave again.
Description of Work: Dave replaced a pair of side mount drawer slides, fixed some cabinet hardware, fixed a door, fixed two door handles, and helped fix a garage light.
Rating Category
Rating 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 feedback. I look forward to helping you again.
Marian C.
02/2015
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting, plumbing
 + 2 more
Dave is a great handyman. He is very careful in his process of assessing the situation and completing the job.
Description of Work: Install kitchen faucets and lighting fixtures
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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.