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Handyman Fran

Handyman Services, Doors, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,

About us

Owner operated. No subs. Charges and hourly rate plus materials. One hour minimum service charge .

Business highlights

30 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Handyman services, Carpentry, Woodworking,light Plumbing, light Electrical, Cement work, Caulking & grout repair, Ceramic tile, Doors, small Drywall holes, Interior & Exterior Painting, Plastering, Window Repair,Organizing & Cleanout of rooms, putting furniture together, House Hunting Advisor, Bicycle repair.

Services we don't offer

Large repairs & installation

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

4.9282 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
92%
4
5%
3
0%
2
1%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 282 reviews

Jim P.
02/2021
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He is excellent each time. He knows what he is doing, is moderately priced, and is always on time. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
Description of Work: He has done handyman work for me about a dozen times.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Benet K.
12/2019
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It went very well. Fran came the day after our call. He immediately appreciated what I did not: the metal insert which attached to, and closed, the metal window frame didn't engage its setting. To effect closure, Fran had to file the housing enough to permit the insert to engage. This was tricky, because a false step could easily break the window. But there were no false steps. Fran did it on the first try, The window stayed shut, and there were no cold-related consequences---such as a broken pipe. I then mentioned to Fran that several fluorescent lights were dim. He inspected and said it was likely a problem with the bulbs rather than the light fixture itself. I can't change the bulbs myself. Next morning Fran was there with extra light tubes for two outlets. He climbed up to remove the old bulbs and replace with new, providing instant brightness and cheer. We've been working with Fran for at least 4-5 years now. He has always provided excellent service at a reasonable price. His advice has always been "spot on" He did some excellent exterior carpentry and painting for us a few years back. Fran is our "go-to" guy now! We wouldn't use anyone else. Highly recommended!
Description of Work: metal flange window blown open in cold wind---couldn't close

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

Karean D.
03/2018
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Fran did a great job. Returned my initial call right away, come out to look at the job, gave me estimate, set up a date, confirmed the day before. We’re pretty handy, but if there is something I can’t do or don’t have the time, I’ll call him again for sure.
Description of Work: Sealing exterior foundation

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
$227

Benet K.
03/2018
5.0
handyman service, doors
  + 0 more
As always, Handyman Fran (originally contacted through Angie's list) did a great job at an extraordinarily reasonable price. Our front door wouldn't close. I called Fran. He responded promptly (as he always does). I described the problem, and my concerns. He made a provisional diagnosis "torn metal weatherstripping) over the phone. I asked how soon he could come. He replied "within the hour". I couldn't believe it! In 30 minutes Fran was there, and confirmed his diagnosis. He made the repair (off with the old weatherstripping, on with the new) in about an hour. While he was there, I thought I'f ask him about two more "handyman" items. He said, "Sire." So he made a modification of an air conditioning duct opening, and he raised a crib mattress frame to to accommodate our new grandson. All this at an extraordinarily reasonable price. Handyman Fran is a truly skilled craftsman, and a fine person. We are delighted to count him as an established member of our family of "home helpers" and look forward to working with him for many years to come. He has our very highest recommendation.
Description of Work: Front door wouldn't close.

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

MARYANN M.
10/2017
5.0
handyman service, replacement windows
  + 0 more
A delight to work with. Had many old windows with broken ropes. He arrived on time and made recommendations on best approach to project and efficiently completed job. Definitely will hire again (have also used in the past.
Description of Work: Window Sash Rope 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

STEVEN J.
09/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
We've used him many times and he's great.
Description of Work: We hired him for handyman 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
$250

Amanda G.
08/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He was responsive, punctual, and the quality of the work was good.
Description of Work: Fran repaired a number of things around our home over 2 partial days: replaced a luxated floor tile in the kitchen, adjusted several doors, secured loose board in threshold, and created and reframed a well leading down to the basement door. All things that had been driving us nuts and we couldn't fix ourselves without a giant hassle.

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
$520

carol A.
08/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Very well.will hire again very professional.
Description of Work: Put in air conditioner.

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

Audrey B.
06/2017
5.0
handyman service, heating & air conditioning/hvac, woodworking
  + 1 more
Quality of the work was excellent. Fran arrived on time; cleaned up after himself along the way and even took the garbage out. Very friendly and very professional.
Description of Work: Fran assembled a cabinet for me and installed 3 brand new window air conditioners for me.

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
$190

Gail C.
05/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Handyman Fran did a fabulous job re=grouting our tub - it looks great! He was prompt courteous, friendly and very skilled. The job required taking off the old grout, dealing with some mold, and then re-grouting. We have already hired Handyman Fran to re-paint our bulkhead and I know I will hire him for other jobs.
Description of Work: Re-grouting our bathroom tub
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Linda C.
03/2017
5.0
ceramic tile, handyman service
  + 0 more
It took longer than he expected but otherwise very well. There was a problem with the caulk in one area after we began to use the shower again but Fran came back right away and re did it and so far (about a week and a half) there's been no problem.
Description of Work: re-grouting tile in my shower

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

Roman B.
03/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Fran repaired my faucet quickly and showed me how to perform the repair myself, which I greatly appreciated. I had planned on having the dryer vent looked at, but because I had him for the hour, he went right to work on it. He's capable, works fast and is pleasant to do business with.
Description of Work: Faucet repair, dryer vent 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
$60

ANNE MARIE P.
02/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It went very well. Fran works quickly and efficiently. He is vey knowledgeable and personable. I needed more LED floods. He told me Home Depot had them now for a reasonable price. Good to know. I bought the ones I had from the State at reduced price. Fran called me later in the day to tell me the local Home Depot had the LEDs for $12 for a six pack of the size I needed. He even told me where specifically they were in the store. Now that is good service.
Description of Work: Several handyman type projects - Install/replace several blinds, fix bifold door off track, change floods in 10ft ceiling from fluorescent to LEDs, change batteries in smoke detectors.

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
$96

Stephen K.
11/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Very well. I particularly appreciate his willingness to say what he cannot do and how well he does what he says he can do.
Description of Work: Various repairs to fences and steps.

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

Mel G.
10/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Everything went smoothly, no problems. For the electrical work, he referred me to an electrician he knew.
Description of Work: putting up curtains, hanging pictures, electrical 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
$75

Natalie H.
10/2016
5.0
appliance repair, handyman service
  + 0 more
Fran did a good job and very reasonable price. He didn't have all the supplies so I did have to go and buy some of the things (e.g., certain type of screws, etc.). I gave a long list of things I needed done and he worked through the list. He didn't finish in one day but was great about following up to arrange another day to come and finish the work.
Description of Work: a range of handyman services

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Constantine V.
09/2016
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
Very well. He arrived on time, went over everything I wanted done with me, suggested some other things he could also do without changing the price, told me what would be done that day and when he would come back. Did a very good job.
Description of Work: Clear out massively overgrown backyard, put in mulch and grass seed, clear out other various areas outside the house.

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
$2,700

Response from Handyman Fran
To whom it may concern, I cannot except this review, because I didn't do the work for this person. They did the review on me in error. Thanks, Fran

Rosemary G.
09/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Fran was very conscientious about making an appointment, responded in a timely way, and did excellent work on several small jobs in our house.
Description of Work: Painting, tile repair, ceiling 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
$200

Richard T.
08/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He's very reasonably priced and very responsive. All the work he's done for me is very good.
Description of Work: Handyman 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

Betsy S.
06/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It went very smoothly. I am very happy with the work.
Description of Work: Put up 2 heavy mirrors, several pictures, and a smoke/carbon monoxide detector.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Lisa W.
04/2016
5.0
ceramic tile, handyman service
  + 0 more
Fran stripped and recaulked our Master bedroom bathtub and tiles. We had two colors of caulking to match the trim on our bathtub tiled walls. The work looks great, and Fran came back two days later to touch up a section of caulking that didn't dry perfectly. We will definitely hire him again for small jobs around our home.
Description of Work: Stripped and recaulked two tone bathtub & tiled 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
$150

Karim L.
01/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It went very well. Fran is very responsive and professional. Also was able to give sound, honest advice about our repairs.
Description of Work: Small home interior and exterior repairs

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

Steve D.
12/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Fran was booked when I called and there was a 3 week wait. It was well worth it! He arrived on time and one by one addressed each of our projects...knowledgably, efficiently, and capably. I couldn't recommend him more highly.
Description of Work: Replaced sweeps on 6 doors, took out air conditioner and reinstalled window, fixed door knob, replaced hinges on kitchen cabinet

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

Cara M.
07/2015
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
  + 0 more
Fran promptly responded to my email enquiring about his services. It took a few weeks for Fran to fit us into his schedule, but he followed up with us by phone several times along the way. Fran was courteous, friendly, and professional. He took care and pride in his work and accomplished all of the projects on our list to our satisfaction. We look forward to working with Fran again for our future handyman needs!
Description of Work: Fran installed several towel bars and toilet paper holders, as well as completed a few other small repairs around our home.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$224

Marc T.
06/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Did an excellent job quickly and efficiently. Figured out how to do what was needed without having to make too big and expensive a job out of it. Door closes properly, locks work, just what I wanted.
Description of Work: Fixed old big basement door to bulkhead that was drafty and had locks that would not properly close.

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
$74

Contact information

23 Falmouth Rd., Watertown, MA 02472


Service hours

Monday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

No License Required for Trade
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Doors,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Ceramic Tile,
Windows,
Plumbing,
Lighting,
Electrical,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Appliance Repair,
Window Treatments

FAQ

Handyman Fran is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Handyman Fran accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Handyman Fran offers free project estimates.
No, Handyman Fran does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Handyman Fran does not offer a senior discount.
No, Handyman Fran does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Handyman Fran offers warranties.
Handyman Fran offers the following services: Handyman services, Carpentry, Woodworking,light Plumbing, light Electrical, Cement work, Caulking & grout repair, Ceramic tile, Doors, small Drywall holes, Interior & Exterior Painting, Plastering, Window Repair,Organizing & Cleanout of rooms, putting furniture together, House Hunting Advisor, Bicycle repair.
Large repairs & installation

Contact information

23 Falmouth Rd., Watertown, MA 02472


Service hours

Monday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM