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Home Assist

Handyman Services, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking, Interior Painting,

About us

*2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 Angie's List SUPER SERVICE AWARD!* Folks, Angie's List is having phenomenal problems with their new website as far as getting work requests (messages/emails) to us contractors. Please call or email me directly (homeassistnow@gmail.com), don't trust the Angie's List email/message system now. Check out my 'media' section for before/after pictures! Home Assist is a one person operation, when you talk to me you're talking to the boss! I do all my own work and never sub-contract. If your job is too big or beyond my capabilities, I'll recommend the right person for you, and I only recommend people who have worked for me personally. When not supporting Home Assist clients, I work for other contractors and major commercial/residential property owners.

Business highlights

14 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Anything having to do with your home, "as much or as little as you need" inside or out. Paint, carpentry, light masonry, basic electrical/plumbing, etc. Specializing in providing services for our 'seasoned citizen' population!

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.945 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
91%
4
7%
3
0%
2
2%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.9
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.9
Showing 26-45 of 45 reviews

Sid S.
07/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Outstanding. Great communication. Great thoughts. Priced well.
Description of Work: Powerwash and stain deck. Fix random items in 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

paul L.
07/2016
5.0
handyman service, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 1 more
If you are searching for an honest, hard working and knowledgeable handyperson, then do not hesitate to contact Laurie Kraynick of Home Assist here on Cape Cod. She did all that was requested - and more - but not before consulting with us to ensure the work was what we wanted, even offering suggestions for work that could wait til later or needed to be done ASAP, and taking the time to just sit and talk with us!!! She is a one-woman can-do-it-all handywoman. (I almost hate to give this review because this will probably mean she'll be even busier than she is now!!!) So glad we contacted Laurie. I felt she came in as a contracted worker - but left as a friend..
Description of Work: Window replacement, wordwork: fixing stairway tread, applying stain, cutting/opening up an are for a large HD TV to be placed, sanded rough wall, repaired outdoor shower, cleaned up after all work was done - on time and as promised.

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
$400

Nancy R.
04/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Laurie came one day and got the "gunk"off the bricks in the fireplace. She came back 24 hours later, to put a sealant on the bricks. It looks great .Couldn't be happier.
Description of Work: Cleaned front and base of brick fireplce

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

Virginia L. H.
02/2016
5.0
handyman service, replacement windows
  + 0 more
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Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Nancy R.
01/2016
5.0
handyman service, masonry, woodworking
  + 1 more
It was a great experience. Contacted Laurie from Angie's list. She came, proposed an answer to the problem, and gave me a price. She returned and fixed the bookshelves. I also showed her a long time problem (lime disfiguring fireplace bricks). She diagnosed the problem. proposed a solution, gave me a price. She will be back soon to fix the fireplace. Prompt, friendly service. No hidden costs. Job well done. Laurie will be a permanent fixture in my Rolodex. And I have already given her name to friends and neighbors.
Description of Work: Rebuilt falling bookshelves. Repaired towel bar.

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
$50

jenifer B.
01/2016
4.0
handyman service, woodworking
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: removed rotten wood and replaced at corner of roof and capped end with pvc siding.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Joan W.
01/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
As an out-of-state owner of a house on the Cape, I frequently need assistance with handyman-type work. I contacted Laurie Kraynick because of the good reviews and convenient location. She assessed the work that needed to be done, sent me photos and an estimate, and completed the work in the agreed-upon timeframe. She then sent photos of the completed work, which consisted of putting wood blocks in the areas next to the garage door to close gaps, and creating a wood "sweep" on the rear door to the yard. I have not seen the work in person, but am satisfied from the photos that the problems are likely solved as well as they can be. I was impressed with Laurie's responsiveness and would definitely use her again.
Description of Work: Sealed openings in the garage on either side of the garage door, and from the garage to the back yard.

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
$150

Joan L.
01/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Laurie is a treasure. Her work is first-rate, her prices reasonable, and her level of commitment remarkable.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Deborah T.
09/2015
5.0
handyman service, interior painters, lawn service
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Laurie repaired the area around our bulkhead and came earlier than she initially thought she might. Her work is excellent and we will definitely use her again!

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
$100

Jim L.
09/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Every Angie's List review gave Home Assist its highest rating and I concur. Laurie gave a reasonable estimate (less than 50% what Home depot wanted), arrived on time, removed the old fan, and installed and balanced the new one, . I shall certainly call her again.
Description of Work: Removed ceiling fan and installed new one

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
$75

Natalie P.
08/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
She performed a series of miscellaneous projects and they were all very well done. She had all the resources and tools necessary and she really paid attention to details. We have made definite plans to have her back again.
Description of Work: Laurie arrived on time and was very attentive to my list.

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
$120

Maureen K.
07/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Very well.... We are planning to use this company to pain an outdoor fence and repair some shingles on side of house..... They were very punctual and professional.
Description of Work: Relocated window air conditioners in the house that were in major bracket....... Took air conditioners up from basement and installed....

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
$200

Lisbeth D.
06/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Laurie arrived on time,did a great job of removing a very unwieldy microwave. She is extremely professional and knowledgable. I will definitely use her again when I need home repairs done.
Description of Work: uninstalled over-the-range microwave

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
$40

sheila B.
05/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL! I contacted Laurie through Home Assist. Laurie came out within a day or so to look at projects and provide estimate. We arranged date and time and I also liked that she kept in contact. The fan fought her but she kept working no problem! I told her it's like watching a t.v. show...everything works the first time! Extremely personable and professional! This was my first time using Angieslist.com List and boy did I luck out when I found Laurie! She even made a courtesy second trip back! Can't say enough good things about Laurie. Down to earth and honest!! Already booked her for another project! A definite keeper!!!
Description of Work: Ceiling fan install and light recepticle replacement

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
$65

Robert P.
11/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Well I have been searching for 4 months to find a cost effective person to do some small work to do some work on our second home in Wareham. God was good to me to allow me to find a angel who does it right the first time and for a very fair price. This lady did outstanding work with before and after photos .. She did it for her cost estimate with no surprises. She found some other small repairs that she recommend in the right way that it would be good to hit the repai while it was not far advanced and you just get to trust this great lady for her stand up way of doing business. I rest easy now that I have a handy woman who is honest as the day is long and does just great work. Take it from me this is the company for you if you have work to be done on the Cape... Best regards Bob
Description of Work: Laurie installed a new storm door replace some storm damaged sliding on the house as well as sealcoat two porches front and rear of 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
$400

Marcia T.
10/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
All went very well. Laurie and I communicated via the message area on Angie's website. Because she was unsure of a specific time of arrival, Laurie told me she would contact me later in the day with an update of her arrival. And she did. Laurie arrived with tools and all she needed to do the job. She also worked on other areas of the molding to make sure that all was secure before leaving. She was very professional.
Description of Work: The provider came to my home the next day and reattached the ceiling molding.

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
$50

charles G.
08/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It went very well, Laurie found one dead bat and removed it. She also walked the house to see if and where they might be getting in. Laurie didn't charge me for her time , which I thought was very thoughtful of her. We have told her we will be using her for any repairs or problems.
Description of Work: She checked the attic for bats.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Scott S.
06/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Work went according to plan. Prompt, professional, neat.
Description of Work: Re-point front steps with new brick. Painted trim and, doors and gables.

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
$550

Eleanor P.
01/2014
5.0
handyman service, lawn service
  + 0 more
It went beautifully. Laurie is very competent and has a tremendous amount of knowledge about home maintenance, repair, painting, etc. There is not a home repair that I would not entrust to her. She is a Navy veteran where she was a loadmaster on a large plane, she knows a lot about mechanical repairs (automobile, home appliances, etc.) and she is a very intelligent woman and I would highly recommend her to homeowners who have repairs that need to be done, both minor and major. She paints beautifully and is a real perfectionist and her prices are very reasonable for what she does. We are grateful we have hired her and we shall do so again in the future when we have need of this type of service. These services were performed both at our own home and two rental homes we own.
Description of Work: She checked our home after a tenant had left and did whatever needed to be done in the house, she did yard work (raked and disposed of leaves, beds, etc,) she has done repairs for us in the past, painted our garage, cleaned our gutters, did a winter check of our own home and our rental homes, etc.

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
$210

John B.
06/2013
5.0
handyman service, interior painters
  + 0 more
Laurie was on time, did what she was contracted to do, (and more for free). She did a great job painting, she was neat and complete.
Description of Work: Interior painting and some home maintenance 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
$300
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Contact information

-, Hyannis, MA 02601


Licensing

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Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Interior Painting,
Drywall,
Electrical,
Windows,
Lawn and Yard Work,
Exterior Painting,
Deck Maintenance,
Insulation,
Gutter Cleaning,
Furniture Refinishing and Repair

FAQ

Home Assist is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Home Assist accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Home Assist offers free project estimates.
No, Home Assist does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Home Assist does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Home Assist offers emergency services.
No, Home Assist does not offer warranties.
Home Assist offers the following services: Anything having to do with your home, "as much or as little as you need" inside or out. Paint, carpentry, light masonry, basic electrical/plumbing, etc. Specializing in providing services for our 'seasoned citizen' population!

Contact information

-, Hyannis, MA 02601