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Creative and General Home Improvements

Interior Painting, Handyman Services, Exterior Painting,

About us

Whatever your project may involve Creative and General Home Improvements strives for complete customer satisfaction with a smile. From helping a customer to select colors before painting a house, to designing and building a deck, fence, play area or landscaping project or perhaps performing any number of repairs around your home or business, owner Larry Veech will be glad to work with you. There is no charge for estimates or designing and all work is bid by the job. Adding that special touch of creativity, where possible, is a unique aspect of what we do .

Business highlights

33 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Interior & exterior painting, mural, faux designs, decks, fences, screened in porches, playgrounds, treehouses, ceramic tiling, laminate flooring, drywall repair, handyman, landscaping & water features.

Services we don't offer

Interior trim carpentry, plumbing and electrical work.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%



Accepted payment methods

Check
PayPal

Reviews

4.793 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
81%
4
8%
3
5%
2
1%
1
5%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.8
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8
Showing 26-93 of 93 reviews

Maria M.
02/2015
5.0
house painters, interior painters
  + 0 more
The provider's schedule is booked up for a month an unfortunately, I can't wait that long, which caused me to request a refund. He was very understanding that it wouldn't work with my schedule and easy to work with.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for a SOLD OUT: $280 Painter for a Day.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$280

Janice C.
02/2015
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
He did a great job. He matched paint for me and it turned out great.
Description of Work: This was a Big Deal for a painter for a day.

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
$229

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
It was a pleasure working for you again, [Member name removed]!

LEANNE W.
12/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
He was punctual and efficient. I'll definitely call him again to do more work.
Description of Work: assembled curio cabinet, moved furniture, bagged yard waste, attached exterior shutter, fixed a lamp, put up curtain rod.

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
$249

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
Thank you, (removed member name)!

Kelly Z.
12/2014
5.0
handyman service, interior painters, wallpaper
  + 1 more
The service worked out great. He did a great job. He came out on the day he said he was going to come. He did the work and did a very nice job. His name is Larry.
Description of Work: I used Creative and General Home Improvements. It was the stringy wall panels on my wall. He hanged them with glue and painted over them. Then, he also painted a second wall on my house in the same room. He painted two walls and put the three wall panels on my wall. It is a covering. It is kind of like wall paper but sturdier.

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 Creative and General Home Improvements
[Member name removed], thank you for giving me the opportuniy to work for you and for your very review!

Shelley A.
11/2014
5.0
drywall, interior painters
  + 0 more
Mr. Veech did an excellent job for me. Larry was here at 8:00 am and worked without stopping for over 8 straight hours...didn't even stop for lunch. He got a lot done in that time, especially considering the ceiling fan I bought had no directions and those I printed were vague. He finally had to call the manufacture's technical department for help. Understandably, that slowed him down a bit. Despite that, Larry hung two new lights and that fan in my finished basement. He replaced a bathroom fan, and replaced 7 outdoor lights at the rear of my home; he also installed a hose caddy on my rear brick wall. If there was any question, Larry was great about checking with me to see how/where I wanted something installed. I knew I had more on my "to do list" than anyone could possibly complete in 8 hours, but Larry was determined to try to complete it all...and he came darn close. I knew Larry had to be somewhere right after work, and I finally had to tell him that he'd worked past the 8 hours I'd paid for and it was alright to stop working on the bathroom shelves and leave or he was going to be late. He was more concerned about making the customer happy than watching a clock...how refreshing today! I'm very happy with the work Larry did for me and I'd definitely recommend him to others. I would hire him again; he is professional and very easy to work with.
Description of Work: Mostly electrical work--replaced a bath fan, a ceiling fan, several interior and exterior lights, and hung a hose caddy.

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
$249

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
Thank you, Shellie, for such a nice review! It was a pleasure meeting and working for you!

Phil C.
11/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
No one was at fault. We just couldn't get the appointment time confirmed. Mr.Veech seemed like a nice man.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$249

Scott B.
11/2014
5.0
ceramic tile, interior painters, woodworking
  + 1 more
The paint job was excellent and a lot of attention was paid to even the smallest details. This was a tough paint job with a lot of high places and awkward angles but the work is flawless.
Description of Work: Creative and Home Improvements painted about half of all my upstairs including the stairwell going down to the lower level. The job included painting two large vaulted ceilings as well as doors and all woodwork.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
Thank you for your trust and patience with this long project, [member name removed]!

Jerome W.
11/2014
5.0
handyman service, interior painters, woodworking
  + 1 more
Everything went well. I am very pleased with Larry's work. His communication with me was excellent. We set a date and he came as promised on time. All work was completed to my satisfaction. I would definitely use his services again.
Description of Work: Larry moved an electrical outlet, replaced 2 door thresholds and fixed dry rot. Also weatherstripped doors and repaired 5 interior doors

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
$250

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
It was such a pleasure working for you, Jerry! Thank you!

Gregory C.
11/2014
5.0
fencing, handyman service, interior painters, woodworking
  + 2 more
After searching for 3 years and wasting a great deal of money on less than stellar workmanship, we have FINALLY found a capable and creative handyman! We purchased Larry's "Handyman for a Day" package simply based on his reviews and were NOT disappointed. From the initial contact with Larry to the completion of the day, he was a consummate professional. Each task was completed in a timely manner with high quality results. He even rehung the upholstered headboard after I failed to consider an important measurement - not an easy feat. He was quiet, sincere and incredibly diligent in completing each job especially given the fact that he had no advance knowledge of our projects. We were so pleased we asked for quotes on future larger jobs as the breadth of his experience and competence was far beyond our initial expectations. We could not recommend him more highly! Truly, your search for a handyman is over...Larry is the real deal!
Description of Work: We provided Larry with a list of odd jobs inclusive of installing an interior front entry light fixture, affixing an upholstered headboard to a bedroom wall, rehanging drapery, picture hanging, repairing an outdoor gate latch, hanging mirrors, shelves and growth chart, among other items.

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
$249

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
What a super nice review and you were such a pleasure to work for! Thanks!

Steve I.
11/2014
5.0
decks, interior painters
  + 0 more
great work, multiple coats, no problems
Description of Work: pint doors, porch rails, garage trim

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 Creative and General Home Improvements
Glad you were pleased [member name removed]. Thank you!

Robin M.
11/2014
5.0
interior painters, screen repair
  + 0 more
See above...everything went great. Would certainly use again.
Description of Work: Had various repair projects from storm damage that ranged from painting to repairing screens to building a platform and all work was performed adequately and in a timely manner. Larry was very responsive in communication which I think is rare on Angie's List. There are many contractors that care about being prompt in this way...maybe they have too much business!

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
$525

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
Glad I had the opportunity to work for you, (member name removed). Thanks again!

Colleen S.
10/2014
5.0
house painters, interior painters
  + 0 more
Very nice man, easy going. Does a really good job. Makes recommendations on paint, if asked.
Description of Work: Paint, etc.

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
$1,600

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
Thank you for the opportunity and the trust in working for you!

Daniella P.
10/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Larry did a great job painting our stairwell with high ceilings and adjacent hallway. After purchasing the deal, he got into contact with me promptly and was able to schedule one of the days that I suggested for the following week. Along with the painting, he filled in holes in the wall, and was able to cover up an area of the wall that had previously had a baby gate installed. He worked very efficiently, and it turned out great!
Description of Work: Painted our stairwell and upstairs hallway. (Painter for a day deal)

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
$229

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
You were a pleasure to work for and thanks for the nice review!

Janet O.
09/2014
2.0
interior painters, woodworking
  + 0 more
This is an update as of 6/3/15: I received a letter from Larry stating that he would send me a check for $250 to have another company redo the gate, if I would remove my bad review of Larry's company from Angie's List. I still have the letter as well.
Description of Work: Larry extended deck approximately 3 ft. and put new fencing around that area, as well as "new" gate. After examining his work, I found he had not finished off the sides of the steps which he had redone. Also, he reused the old gate which was not square so it does not close properly. Tops of posts are ragged (he said that was the best he could do with a chain saw). He did not finish off roof supports. He did come back to finish off sides of steps but did not finish off roof supports or redo gate. I didn't contact him again about these matters because his attitude was starting to annoy me and I didn't want to have to deal with him again. Overall I'd call his work sloppy. When I have time, I plan on sanding all the ragged areas and have someone redo my gate.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
1.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
2.0

$1,250

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
So sorry to have disappointed you. It had been my impression that you were pleased with my work because when I was finished you said you were happy and a neighbor of yours that I also worked for said the same thing. I did return to make some adjustments as you requested and thought everything was okay. You were a pleasure to work for and I am so sorry for the dissatisfaction.

Luisa B.
09/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Great work. Mr. Veech did an excellent job painting a difficult vaulted ceiling and stairwell. I am very pleased with the results.
Description of Work: Painted ceiling and walls

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
$800

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
Thank you so much for the nice review and it was a pleasure working for you as well!

SUSAN B.
06/2014
3.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Fine. Not the best painter, not the worst. We expected more to be completed in the time frame and had to pay additional to complete the room.
Description of Work: Paint for 8 hours- Angie's Deal

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

$199

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
As with every customer, I strive to give it my best. So sorry that I didn't get as much accomplished as you had hoped for but since so much time has elapsed and there are few details given it is hard to respond accurately. I never leave a job without looking my work over and always check with my customer to be sure they are satisfied.

Mary Lynn G.
06/2014
3.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Painted a bedroom for me previously. Called again and he repaired walls and painted another room. Workmanship was good but he was an hour late each time . He did call and let me know. I did ask him to quote another painting job but he never got back to me. But I would not have hired him again because after he left I found that he had opened a casement window in the room he had painted and had left it open. He didn't tell me he had opened it and as there was no screen my cats could have easily gotten out. Fortunately I discovered this before I let them back in the room.
Description of Work: Repaired drywall and reprinted area

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0

$350

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
So sorry about your disappointment and regret making mistakes that caused dissatisfaction.

Gary C.
04/2014
5.0
decks
  + -1 more
Larry was OUTSTANDING. The work was completed in a very timely manor an was done to perfection. I'm calling Larry back the next job I have.
Description of Work: Deck renovation.

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 Creative and General Home Improvements
Thank you and I enjoyed working for you, [member name removed]!

annie G.
03/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
He was very professional and listened to what I wanted. When I wasn't happy with the color, he was understanding and agreeable.
Description of Work: He painted my dining room the ceiling all of the crown molding. It turned out beautiful.

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
$167

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
Thank you, [member name removed]!

Linda Y.
03/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Excellent work. Prompt and courteous. Painted the entire time. Would definitely use again.
Description of Work: Paint up my stairwell. Second floor hallway. Entryway and living room. No trim painting was involved. Walls only. 2 coats of paint in most areas.

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
$199

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
It was pleasure working for you and thanks!

Dianne D.
03/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Larry was outstanding & the walls, doors & trim are beautiful . We are having him back to paint the rest of the downstairs excluding one storage closet. We highly recommend him!!!!
Description of Work: Painted stairwell walls & woodwork & front hallway including crown molding, baseboards & inside panaled front door & closet 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
$199

Kristin B.
02/2014
5.0
house painters, interior painters
  + 0 more
I will hire him again and again!!!!
Description of Work: Larry is wonderful. As soon as he finished this first job I hired him to do three more rooms.

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
$199.99

Linda F.
02/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
We are very pleased with the overall job.
Description of Work: Larry Veech, Owner of Creative and General Home Improvements, arrived at our home and took control. He is very organized and efficient. The task given was to paint ceilings in the major areas of our home, including a vaulted ceiling and badly stained ceilings in the kitchen and master bath.

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
$199

Mary Z.
02/2014
4.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
I wish that Larry would have been more responsive to several e-mails. The actual time was not confirmed till the evening before. Also there was a gallon of paint never opened that I am unable to return. This cost $25.00 extra. He did return the ceiling paint unopened.
Description of Work: The painting went very well &I am very pleased with that.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
No sure why customer did not receive previous emails. As with all customers the time was confirmed the evening before.

monica P.
02/2014
3.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
I felt a lot more could have been accomplished in 8 hours, as painting was not even half done.
Description of Work: I paid for 8 hours of painting.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$199

Response from Creative and General Home Improvements
The customer received the eight hours of painting that were purchased in advance through the Big Deal program. It was explained that while white paint does not cover well over a darker color I would get as much accomplished as possible.

Contact information

3031 Ledge Brook Ct, Louisville, KY 40241

http://www.creationsbylarry.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

Licensing

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

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Service Categories

Interior Painting,
Handyman Services,
Exterior Painting,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Decks and Porches,
Fencing,
Drywall,
Ceramic Tile,
Screen repair,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Artwork/Murals,
Wallpaper

FAQ

Creative and General Home Improvements is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

Creative and General Home Improvements accepts the following forms of payment: Check,PayPal
Yes, Creative and General Home Improvements offers free project estimates.
Yes, Creative and General Home Improvements offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Creative and General Home Improvements does not offer a senior discount.
No, Creative and General Home Improvements does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Creative and General Home Improvements offers warranties.
Creative and General Home Improvements offers the following services: Interior & exterior painting, mural, faux designs, decks, fences, screened in porches, playgrounds, treehouses, ceramic tiling, laminate flooring, drywall repair, handyman, landscaping & water features.
Interior trim carpentry, plumbing and electrical work.

Contact information

3031 Ledge Brook Ct, Louisville, KY 40241

http://www.creationsbylarry.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 8:30 PM