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Schaefer Improvements

Handyman Services, Electrical, Doors,

About us

Schaefer Improvements is a general contractor who handles all phases of construction. An owner operated business. Uses sub-contractors for electrical and plumbing work when necessary. 10% discount if Angie’s List is mentioned, & estimates are free of charge.

Business highlights

17 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Construction - Woodworking, Framing, Siding, Ceramic Tile, Roofing, Decking, Porches, Fences, Flooring, Cabinets, Countertops, Windows, Doors, Plumbing, Electrical, Barns, Sun Rooms, Additions, Garages, Interior Trim, Trim, Kitchens, Baths, Remodeling, Painting, & Carpentry.

Services we don't offer

Concrete.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.6439 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
72%
4
9%
3
5%
2
5%
1
10%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.8
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8
Showing 401-425 of 439 reviews

valerie S.
12/2013
5.0
handyman service, heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + 0 more
great job. thank you
Description of Work: replace towel rack place broom organizer removed lint furnace

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
$99

karen H.
12/2013
4.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jane L.
12/2013
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The installation went well.
Description of Work: They replaced the trap in a bathroom sink along with installing a new faucet and shower head.

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
$99

Charlene B.
12/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It went well. They did a good job.
Description of Work: I used the "Big Deal" that I purchased for the services of Schaefer Improvements.

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
$99

Verla H.
11/2013
5.0
handyman service, doors
  + 0 more
Everything was excellent!!
Description of Work: I purchased a $99.00 Angies list deal from the member. When he arrived he discovered we had purchased the wrong doors. He went with my husband to Lowe's to purchase the correct doors. This was above and beyond what we expected him to do. The doors were installed in a quality manner. Would definitely recommend this company!!!

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
$99

Catherine H.
11/2013
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It was fine. He did what I asked.
Description of Work: I used the "Big Deal" that I purchased for the services of Schaefer Improvements.

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

$99

Pamela S.
11/2013
5.0
lighting
  + -1 more
Hung some light fixtures.
Description of 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
$99

Rob E.
10/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Everything went as planned
Description of Work: Replaced some outside trim boards on the house

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

Mary T.
09/2013
5.0
handyman service, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 1 more
It turned out great.
Description of Work: He put on new door locks, ceilings fans, and light fixtures, among other things.

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
$99

B L.
08/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Company called immediately to schedule an appointment. I am the one who cannot supply the doors and other supplies company needs to do the work. Company was very responsive and I have no complaints... I
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Claire T.
08/2013
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting, ceiling fans
  + 2 more
See above comments.
Description of Work: Steve and crew installed a light/ ceiling fan, changed lightbulbs in the cathedral ceiling and a few odds and ends. They were very professional, punctual and knowledgeable. I would definitely hire them again and highly recommend their 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
$99

Sabrina and Matt H.
08/2013
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: The two men showed up for less than half the time, ran through my house and left when i had stuff to finish. they said they'd come back to do the projects i had for them. I scheduled an appointment with them for August 8. They did not show, I've called and left three voicemails and still have not heard from them. I am beyond irritated as I stayed home the day of the appointment and no one showed or even called to follow-up/reschedule. This was the most ridiculous and worst service I've ever had.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from Schaefer Improvements
This customer purchased a big deal from me a while ago. I made the appointment and my helper and I showed up ready to work. We hung a few bike racks, put in new light bulbs and removed an enclosure in their back yard around the ac unit. We work quickly and efficiently when we have tasks to do for clients, in this case we ran out of stuff to do! She was very happy with us when we left her house and she couldn't wait to give us a review! This client called me a few weeks ago and stated that we didn't fulfill the entire coupon and she wanted us to return to fix a window. I wanted to avoid a bad review so I agreed to come out. I made 3 desperate appointments with her and she had to reschedule each one. The last appointment I had with her I called when I was on the way. She didn't pick up and I waited for a call back for 20 minutes. I have a very busy schedule, and can't wonder in clients are going to be home when I arrive. I always call to confirm before I head out.

PAULA R S.
08/2013
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
See above.
Description of Work: Came out to review Big Deal project with husband who wanted shelves built in garage. Never returned after husband gave go-ahead. Never heard from him again. Date is estimate.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


Response from Schaefer Improvements
I checked my schedule from last year and I never even had this client on it. My secretary had told me that someone with this last name called to schedule a service. When we looked this client up, her services were expired. I'm thinking that they were upset about this fact due to this review. I would of been willing to work with them if they had given me a chance. Good luck member

RITA L R.
08/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown

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 E G.
07/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Provider sent message and responded promptly to my phone call. We were looking for someone to help us seal our garage floor. However, what we learned from Mr. Schaefer was that prepping the floor before sealing was a major job and he had done this before for a location in Carmel, In and, even done properly, the sealant peeled up after application. We decided not to seal the floor at all after the discussion! We surely appreciated his honesty!!
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

AARON B.
07/2013
5.0
drywall, handyman service, interior painters
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: We purchased the big deal coupon and everything went great. Originally, Steve was just supposed to paint 2 rooms and do a couple of odd/small jobs. He discovered that some of the drywall needed to be cut out and replaced before he could paint. Since the drywall was a 3 step process, he was willing to come out on a holiday to take care of it. He came out a few times to get everything done. He always called before he came. He cleaned up everything and he didn't give us a huge time window as to when he would arrive. Steve is great and very professional.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Sharon M.
06/2013
2.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Didn't go at all.
Description of Work: Told us he'd call to set up a time to come by as previously arranged, didn't call, said would call in two days. Didn't call.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0


Response from Schaefer Improvements
I'm not sure why this customer didn't think I called. I left messages a few times and no response. We previously had appointment for an estimate but the previous job took longer then expected. I'm not in business to ignore potential clients, I will try to contact them one more time. Steve

Robert G.
04/2013
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Called and left voicemail requests three times asking them to respond to my need for services. I heard nothing from them.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Richard V.
03/2013
5.0
insulation
  + -1 more
Good.
Description of Work: Steve put insulation in our attic.

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
$1,150

Thomas R.
03/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
wENT WELL.
Description of Work: wIFE SAID THEY WERE PROMPT AND COURTEOUS AND PROFESSIONAL AND ARE TO RETURN AS THEY CAN PERFORM MORE WORK AS WE STILL HAVE A SUM LEFT ON OUR COUPON WHICH MR SCHAEFER WAS NICE ENOUGH TO EXTEND THE TIME DEADLINE ON. INSTALLED TWO FAUCEST, KITCHEN AND BATHROOM.C

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
$198

Angie W.
03/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Everything was fine.
Description of Work: Friendly and affordable service. He repaired caulking and grout in our shower. Originally, he was booked 2 weeks out, but then had a cancellation. He came out the next day to the work and charged me less than the estimate.

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
$125

BRAD L.
01/2013
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
  + 0 more
.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal back in the fall for handyman work. When he did the work in the fall, he did the work in less time than what the deal was worth; he owed me 45 minutes. He told me that when I needed further handyman work done, he would hold good to the 45 minutes he owed me. When he came, he replaced 3 bathroom faucets. He held his promise and gave me the 45 minutes.

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

Nadine G.
01/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Whole experience was fine.
Description of Work: Installed two new toilets; took old ones away for a fee which was detailed to us in advance. Installed three handicap assist bars. Examined two door locks we wanted installed and advised they were wrong ones. cleaned up the area pretty well.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$145

Mark S.
01/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Steve and an assistant Did work on two of our bathrooms. We had a problem with the quality of work his helper did. The quality just wasn't there. When we called Steve he was very quick to return our call And apologized for the inconvenience.. He also covered the cost of the additional paint. We would definitely have him work for us again, his follow-up and professionalism where the best.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Justin H.
12/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Great experience!
Description of Work: This company came out to provide a free estimate for a leaky window. I was told a little caulk and some paint would fix the window and that he could do it but advised me that it would be a whole lot cheaper to do myself. Such honesty is very refreshing!

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Contact information

8016 Painted Pony Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46217


Service hours

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

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

Handyman Services,
Electrical,
Doors,
Lighting,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Plumbing,
Drywall,
Ceramic Tile,
General Remodeling,
Ceiling Fans,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Interior Painting

FAQ

Schaefer Improvements is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

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

Schaefer Improvements accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Schaefer Improvements offers free project estimates.
Yes, Schaefer Improvements offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Schaefer Improvements does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Schaefer Improvements offers emergency services.
Yes, Schaefer Improvements offers warranties.
Schaefer Improvements offers the following services: Construction - Woodworking, Framing, Siding, Ceramic Tile, Roofing, Decking, Porches, Fences, Flooring, Cabinets, Countertops, Windows, Doors, Plumbing, Electrical, Barns, Sun Rooms, Additions, Garages, Interior Trim, Trim, Kitchens, Baths, Remodeling, Painting, & Carpentry.
Concrete.

Contact information

8016 Painted Pony Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46217


Service hours

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