Handy To Have Around Inc

Electrical, Lighting, Ceiling Fans,

This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ stars throughout their time with Angi.

About us

We're here for your Residential Electrical needs and Remodeling projects (Basements, Kitchens and Bathrooms). In business for over 15 years, we have always valued what is important for our customers - clean up after ourselves, use the right tools and materials for the job, and hold to our quotes. Our repeat customers know they can let us in their home in the morning and go about their day as normal. We take great care of your home. That's how we've won Angie's List Super Service Award 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2014 & 2011.

Business highlights

17 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Licensed Electrician - Residential Wiring including EV chargers, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, etc.

Services we don't offer

Plumbing

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%



Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard
Venmo
Zelle

Reviews

4.9145 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
94%
4
1%
3
0%
2
1%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 126-145 of 145 reviews

Li as F.
09/2024
5.0
lighting, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
Very well.
Description of Work: Installed ceiling fans and light and repaired light fixture.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Mary M.
08/2024
4.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Great. A great job done.
Description of Work: Installed light fixture in closet
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Manhar P.
10/2020
5.0
lighting, woodworking
  + 0 more
Not sure at this time
Description of Work: Not sure at this movement

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

Angie G.
07/2020
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Craig did a great job!
Description of Work: Changed light fixtures

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

J P.
05/2018
5.0
electrician, handyman service
  + 0 more
Great work
Description of Work: Electrical wires for stereo
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Jim K.
05/2017
2.0
wells
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from Handy To Have Around Inc
This job was turned down. Plumbling License (which I don't have) and Liability Insurance (which I do have) do not cover the installation of used equipment, which is what this Angie's List member requested.

Brent L.
04/2017
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting
  + 1 more
Great. Nice guy.
Description of Work: Random things

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Lori D.
12/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Nancy J.
04/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Patrick H.
03/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Katherine K.
03/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Craig provided an estimate before starting the work on my home. He finished all work the same day except one project. He came back the following day to finish without extra charges. All work was done well.

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

Therese G.
02/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Mary S.
07/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Tina D.
05/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Excellent!!!
Description of Work: He found leakage in areas n found the root cause n fixed it. Very professional n nice. Highly recommend him.

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
$600

Kenneth G.
01/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: He fixed some electrical wiring, installed some ceiling lighting and ceiling fan and built some custom fencing to keep critters form nesting under sheds and deck.

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
$750

Carole K.
07/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It went well
Description of Work: Small plumbing 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

Julie S.
06/2014
5.0
ceiling fans, ceramic tile, handyman service, lighting
  + 2 more
unknown
Description of Work: Craig laid a tile floor in the lower level of the house and updated the lower level bathroom. The bathroom entailed ripping out the entire existing shower, repairing water damage to the wall and re-tiling, laying new flooring, installing a new vanity, fan and lighting. The project went well, we are satisfied with the results.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

Susan H.
07/2011
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Did not go at all.
Description of Work: Could not even get these people to call me back. THAT is probably the worst service of all. If you're too busy and don't want the work at least offer the courtesy of a phone call returned.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


CHERYL M.
10/2010
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I obtained Craig as a reference from a friend. contacted him by email. Discussed what i needed done. When he arrived at my home he gave me an estimate which included supplies. The kitchen faucet needed a new cartridge. Craig went beyond that to upgrade the water supply hoses. No more leaks under my kitchen sink. He repaired the dryer vent which was loose and soft and then hooked up the dryer with a semi rigid connector, replaced my patio light and my outside garage light. when he left the areas that he worked in were clean of any debris.
Description of Work: switched out two outside lights, repaired dryer vent and hooked up dryer repaired 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
$300

Contact information

869 E Schaumburg Rd Ste 265, Schaumburg, IL 60194


Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
25-0025944
Trade License Locale
Illinois
Trade License Authority
City of Elgin
Trade License Expiration
12/31/2025

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Electrical,
Lighting,
Ceiling Fans,
Doors,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Landscaping - Lighting

FAQ

Handy To Have Around Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Handy To Have Around Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard,Venmo,Zelle
Yes, Handy To Have Around Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, Handy To Have Around Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Handy To Have Around Inc offers a 5% senior discount.
No, Handy To Have Around Inc does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Handy To Have Around Inc offers warranties.
Handy To Have Around Inc offers the following services: Licensed Electrician - Residential Wiring including EV chargers, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, etc.
Plumbing

Contact information

869 E Schaumburg Rd Ste 265, Schaumburg, IL 60194


Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM