I do all the small jobs that no one else wants to do. I specialize in small building improvements. I suggest that you make a list before I come over. That way we don't forget to do something that you really wanted done. I work by the hour and scratch things off your list rather quickly.
Business highlights
35 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
SMALL JOBS, RECOMMENDATIONS FOR LARGER JOBS.
Services we don't offer
I have been doing smaller jobs for over twenty years and know the people to recommend to do the items that I can't.
Description of Work: Various small jobs were performed - install new vanity, install ceiling fans and new lighting, install mirror, fix vanity drawer
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Joyce J.
05/2016
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Installed deck screen door. |Caulked around deck to prevent wasp nest. |Repaired lattice work. |Repaired electrical outlet. |Everything was done to my satisfaction. I have used Kirk many times he always is prompt and completes thing very well.
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
$300
CINDY W.
04/2016
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Installed 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
$75
Kevin C.
02/2016
5.0
handyman service, doors
+ 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Replaced storm door and shutters. fixed glass pane on entry door, changed several lock sets, provided referral for repair of garage door. All went very well. A great handyman!
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
$200
Ora S.
01/2016
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
unknown
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
STANFORD F.
12/2015
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
unknown
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
$100
Rita D.
11/2015
5.0
fencing, handyman service
+ 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Kirk installed a baby gate at the basement stairway and handles on my kitchen cabinets. The work was done perfectly and quickly. I am very pleased with the results and will check with Kirk first for any future handyman 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
$115
David G.
09/2015
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Always very responsive to our calls. Great service and very reasonable.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Sherell R.
09/2015
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Cleaned gutters: removed debris and extra pieces of track used for overflow, which was not necessary. Work was thorough and professional, very timely.
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
David G.
03/2010
5.0
electrician, handyman service, plumbing
+ 1 more
All went very well and when Kirk finished everything was excellent. Always arrives on time and removes any garbage left after completion. Would use Kirk again and others could use him for many jobs around the house.
Description of Work: Kirk installed grab bars in the shower. Replace 3 electrical outlets with updater code outlets. One outlet was quite difficult, but Kirk remained calm and determined to replace, which he did. Also backyard fence had some gap and he put down landscape timbers all across the fence area.
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
$600
MARVIN C.
02/2009
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
When I first called Kirk I didn't get a call back for a few days. I called a few days later and he called me back and apologized for not getting back with me, he'd been on vacation. We made an appointment for the next morning to have the door installed. He was on time and did a great job. He was willing to give me information about the door. I'll definitely call him again for work we need. He'll be at the top of the list to call.
Description of Work: Kirk installed a custom made storm door. He accurately described the difficulty of changing between window and screen, gave us the part sheet for the door.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$112
LILLIAN M.
02/2009
5.0
fencing, handyman service
+ 0 more
Kirk was very responsive. After reviewing the broken area, he assured me he could repair it.
Description of Work: Kirk repaired a loose fence in which planks were separating.
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
$100
Isaac C.
01/2009
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
I was adding a shower stall along with other plumbing work. Once the plumber finished, I had someone come to install drywall. He informed me that he couldn't install drywall because the plumbing wasn't done correctly. I picked Kirk Powers from the list and left a message for him to call me. At the time I thought I just needed some minor fixes. He very promptly returned my call, set up an appointment, and arrived on time the following morning. He inspected the plumbing work, and said it was definitely inferior work. Since practically all the plumbing needed to be redone he suggested a plumber to do the work. While the plumbers worked he installed the heating vents and firring strips for the shower stall. The strips were needed because the previous plumber put the drain in the wrong spot. He also assisted the plumbers with their work. They coordinated the repairs between them. Once Kirk had done everything he could, he left and advised me he'd return once the plumbers finished installing the copper pipes. He said I didn't need to pay him to just sit around and wait. I really appreciated his honesty. When the plumbers finished he came back and installed the shower surround. He was very easy to work with and very professional. I am very happy with the work,
Description of Work: Installed a heating vent. Installed firring strips needed for shower surround. Installed shower surround. Provided visual inspection of previous work done and determined the need for additional plumbing work. Assisted plumber with work.
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
$250
ronda G.
09/2008
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
+ 0 more
He did lots of little jobs for us. He put up molding and hung a mirror. He fixed my sink and installed a new faucet. He did an excellent job it was very awesome. He did the job within the time frame that he quoted. I agreed with the price, and he always called if there was a problem.
Description of Work: He did some basic handyman work around our 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
$200
Thomas B.
09/2008
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
We have used Kirk for years. He always does a great job.
Description of Work: Various tasks including a ceiling fan install, fixing a couple of doors, caulking, etc.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Dave & Joyce M.
07/2008
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
+ 0 more
Excellent. Work was completed quickly and professionally. Would definitely recommend him to anyone.
Description of Work: Replaced a post mailbox at one of my properties, which had been destroyed by an unknown vehicle. Service person removed all debris, dug new hole, put in new post and mailbox in correct position.
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
$113
JAMES B.
10/2007
5.0
drywall, handyman service
+ 0 more
I was happy with the work he did. We set up a time together, he came out and showed up on time. He was very professional. He also left me some items to carry on with the work after he'd finished his job.
Description of Work: He did drywall repair work on my pillars for me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$692
06/2007
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
The price was a bit high, but all in all I believe it was fair. With gas prices and the mileage driven and the short notice, it was more than fair. I called three others and they were unable at that time and I was in somewhat of a hurry to have it picked up. I called Kirk and he was close to the area and said he would be able to pick it up and deliver to me by the end of the day and he did just that. There were no damages to my chair. I would without a doubt, re-hire this company for future needs.
Description of Work: Picked up a chair from TJ Maxx in Tinnley Park and delivered it to my home for me.
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
$75
KATHY S.
10/2006
5.0
electrician, handyman service
+ 0 more
We found Mr. Powers to be very conscientious and one who did his work quickly and efficiently. He arrived promptly at the agreed on time and did the work at a reasonable cost.
Description of Work: Installed new attic fan and new GFCI outlet outside of house.
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
$130
JAMES M.
07/2006
5.0
remodeling
+ -1 more
Hes very precise. Did a beautiful job with the interior of our garage. I dont think hes pricey and I like the quality of his work. He does all sorts of things, but he is a quality person.
Description of Work: He did the interior of my garage.
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
$300
STEPHANIE N.
06/2006
1.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Deeply Disappointed. I called Powers Building two days ago. I mentioned I got their number from Angie's List. They never returned my phone call. We live a very short distance from the address listed as the business address.
Description of Work: Request was for two ceiling fans and bathroom fixture replacement Did not pay $1.00; computer would not continue without value.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
$1
Response from KIRK POWERS – POWERS BUILDING IMPROVEMENT
PLEASE CALL ME AGAIN. I DO NOT RECALL GETTING YOUR NAME AND NUMBER. I ALWAYS RETURN PHONE CALLS.
THERESA B.
05/2006
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Kirk was very polite, prompt, and knowledgeable. He cleaned up after himself and offered advice about future work. I will definitely call this company again.
THE OWNER IS ACTUALLY AN ARCHITECT AND LCIENSED CONTRACTOR, SO HIS KNOWLEDGE BASE IS HUGE. HE CAN HANDLE ANY SIZED JOB. HE CAN DO ANYTHING FROM REPLACING A LIGHT FIXTURE TO DRYWALLING A BASEMENT. HE'S FAST, COURTEOUS AND CLEANS UP AFTER HIMSELF.
Description of Work: THEY CHANGED LIGHTS AND PLUMBING FIXTURES, DID SOME SMALL REPAIRS AND ASSEMBLED SOME FURNITURE.
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Service Categories
Handyman Services,
Electrical,
Plumbing,
Doors,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Fencing,
Drywall,
Ceiling Fans,
General Remodeling,
Gutter Cleaning,
Interior Painting
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KIRK POWERS – POWERS BUILDING IMPROVEMENT is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.