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John -- The House Doctor

Electrical, Handyman Services, General Remodeling,

About us

I am a small licensed home improvement contractor that is licensed in Delaware and Maryland. I mostly work by myself or on rare occasions with one helper. I perform a mix of large and small jobs and always provide a written estimate. Most estimates are free with the exception of Insurance work in which is fee based and is deducted from the signed proposal. (call for details regarding insurance work) My motto has been: Any job worth doing is worth doing well. We except Cash or Check. Sorry we do not except credit cards.

Business highlights

27 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Home improvement and repair

Services we don't offer

Roof replacement, Drain Cleaning

Amenities



Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

4.922 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
82%
4
14%
3
0%
2
0%
1
5%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.5
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-22 of 22 reviews

Lisa C.
09/2016
1.0
drywall, handyman service, plumbing
  + 1 more
John came out and looked at my bathroom, he said that he could fix it and that he would email me with an estimate within the week. It's been over a month ago and I haven't heard anything from him! What a disappointment!
Description of Work: I needed a tub caulked and a piece of wall redone. My tub was uneven and I needed to have it fixed so that it would not leak in the wall and floor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


wendy L.
03/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Will definitely use again!
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Pat C.
03/2016
5.0
electrician, plumbing, remodeling, replacement windows
  + 2 more
unknown
Description of Work: Replaced interior 6 doors and closet sliding door including hardware, some dry wall repair, exterior door molding. All went well, did a nice job. |Not sure of the month used.

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
$1,400

wendy L.
09/2015
5.0
custom cabinets, electrician, home remodeling
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Fixed my dryer vent which was leaking condensation and full of lint. Patched the ceiling. New attachments on both ends of vents and cleaned gutters and spouts. He was very courteous and professional.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$758

lisa R.
06/2015
5.0
decks, electrician
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Fixed garage door and replaced overhead outside light. Went very 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
$300

carol H.
06/2015
5.0
custom cabinets, electrician, remodeling, screen repair, woodworking, home remodeling, doors
  + 5 more
All was excellent. My husband peter hired him for work on our house on Nottingham. Responsible, professional, excellent quality...Would use again.
Description of Work: Replaced bathroom cabinets, carpentry work, installed screen 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
$2,500

Gale N.
12/2014
5.0
electrician, doors
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: I needed to have a water line value replaced in my bathroom and I needed to have trim put around the skylights on the inside. |John was easy to contact and came to look at what I needed to have done and gave me an estimate. He replaced the valve and for an additional 15.00 he replaced the other one so both are new. I did not have to have the second one done but the new one looked so much nicer I would have kicked myself if I hadn't asked if he could do the other one while he was there. |The trim around the skylights makes them look incredible. I don't know why I waited so long to get them trimmed out. |My job was accomplished in 2 visits, one lasting less than half an hour the other less than 2 so I did not lose much time from work to get this work done. |I have other items I need to get done and I have John on speed dial. |I will use him for anything I need to get done around the house and 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
$365

James M.
08/2014
5.0
decks, electrician, hauling services
  + 1 more
John showed up as usual on time and on schedule. We went over the fine details via email prior to the job start. John has done other jobs for me prior and that is exactly why I utilize his services. I know what to expect and I know the job will be done right. If you want an inexpensive price it would be best to look elsewhere. If your looking for someone you can hand your house keys over to and leave John in your home unattended, then he is your man. You will find the jobsite in the end most likely cleaner then before he came. He removed all debris and debris that were found prior that were not his doing. The job was done to a level that I expected and I tend to be a nit picker because I have seen many winners lately. In the end you get far more then you pay for. The deck was over-built as I requested and done to a far higher standard then the one before it. We talked over some design updates for which he carried out without extra charges near the completion. He hand picked the lumber and sanded out the Lumber Mill stamps without being asked to. That in itself was a big help. In the end, John is a guy you don't have to baby sit and unlike many before him he locks up the house and turns off everything and cleans up and its done right. His high level of workmanship and integrity is the same regardless if your home or not.
Description of Work: Removed and replaced a small pressure treated deck and stairs.

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
$990

Linda P.
02/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He did a great job, cleaned up and rechecked the job before finishing. Took almost 1 hour. Well done-I would use him again.
Description of Work: I had a ceramic tile floor installed and John raised the pedestal sink in the powder room.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Sue F.
01/2014
5.0
electrician, plumbing, replacement windows, woodworking, garage builders
  + 3 more
First of all, we were shocked (pleasingly so) at the rapid response to our initial inquiry to John. Contractors in rural Maryland are not know for their prompt return phone calls. He came out to look at the job to quote and responded promptly with a quote via e-mail. He showed up on time, was professional and knowledgeable, and tidy. After he installed an exterior door for us, we were so pleased that we had him repair our porch ceiling (where we had a previous roof leak), repair the flashing around our chimney, and install two exterior recepticles. I now have Dr. John on speedial - highly recommend.
Description of Work: Replaced an exterior door, installed two exterior recepticles

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

Marcia S.
09/2013
4.0
handyman service, electrician, lamp repair
  + 1 more
John came to my home and looked at the lamp in question. It was better for him to take it to his shop to re-wire it, and he did so. I picked it up from his shop. I will definitely use him for small handyman jobs as they come up.
Description of Work: Re-wired a lamp

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
$40

Kate C.
08/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
John arrived on time, did the work agreed upon quickly and well, and even finished the project earlier than estimated. We will definitely be using him again for future handyman needs.
Description of Work: John did minor drywall repair in our hall bath - replaced drywall tape in the corners, that had become wrinkly. He also replaced a section of baseboard and molding in our master bath that had sustained water damage due to a leak. He re-caulked the shower and tub in both bathrooms.

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
$930

Cindy K.
07/2013
4.0
drywall
  + -1 more
It went fine. It was just that he was pricey so we did not go with him. When we had the drywall done, it only cost us $250 and his price was really high.
Description of Work: We got a quote from John -- The House Doctor in May for sanding the bathroom drywall ceiling and walls.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$800

Chett S.
02/2013
5.0
plumbing, electrician
  + 0 more
John came on -time (actually early - but checked with us first) for an estimate and was able to perform the job within a week. He immediately identified the issues and was very through in correcting. He encountered some defective electrical connections, and while it cost us more I'm gled it was identified and fixed. John offered us his license without prompting, and filled us in on MD contractor laws and policies. He also provided a detailed summary of the work performed and the defects to help us in with the aforementioned OB company. I have John's card at the ready if anything else home-wise comes up.
Description of Work: John corrected a very very poor plumbing job performed by Osprey Bay (who I can't say worse things about). Kitchen sink drain, garbage disposal reinstall and proper Dishwasher hookup. He also addressed some wiring concerns with the dishwasher.

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
$500

Angela C.
02/2013
5.0
remodeling, doors, replacement windows
  + 1 more
John arrived on time to take a look at all of the projects with me. He came back a second time and patiently went over everything with my husband as well. He had some pricing prepared and got back to us quickly with new pricing based on our modifications. John was very neat and took good care of our house. He was able to seamlessly blend the new paneling, windows and door into our existing 1970s structure. The windows that he custom ordered for us are really nice quality. John came back after the project was complete to fine tune the door after we took it down to finish it and change out the hardware after we changed our mind on the finish. Everything was re-trimmed to match and John was often able to recycle the parts that he removed, which I think is great. He was very kind and courteous to my whole family. We are very happy with the work.
Description of Work: The House Doctor repaired a paneled wall with water damage. Replaced 4 custom sized windows. Removed old pocket door and installed huge French doors and rebuilt wall/door frame to accommodate the changes. I even had an emergency with a water leak while John happened to be working at the house. John took a look and easily fixed the loose fitting.

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
$4,000

Thanh N.
02/2013
4.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
I did not use them but he came on time and he gave me a quote so I thought he was fair for overall experience but his pricing is high.
Description of Work: I have a quote from John - The House Doctor for house remodeling. I did not use him because he was expensive. We got a quote for putting some trim on two rooms. Also some quarter rounds on every room and install them.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
2.0
professionalism
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$1,000

Response from John -- The House Doctor
Not sure who this review is from. I looked up thier address and it was for a local funeral home??? No proposal was submitted to this individual for the work they stated. I have no record of this person or address.

Joyce C.
07/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Job went very well. John finished all but the bilco doors in 1 day 9 -5 and then because of frequent rain came back on another day and painted the bilco doors . He sanded the doors on the 1st day and gave them another sanding then painted them.
Description of Work: John repaired front storm door which had been wind damaged, sanded and painted bilco doors, installed 2 ceiling fans, solved minor electrical problem, corrected curtain bracket. It took awhile to get on his schedule once I committed to hiring him but it was worth the wait. He made all repairs, didn't take shortcuts on any job. I thought the estimate he gave me was a little on the high side until I saw how much effort was involved, especially with the storm door which he dismantled, adjusted and reassembled and the bilco doors which were very rusted. I would definately hire him 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
$1,040

Doug P.
06/2012
5.0
drywall, handyman service, woodworking, electrician, lighting
  + 3 more
John provided an estimate, we signed a contract, he did the work the following week. He also fixed a light switch that wasn't part of the contract.
Description of Work: John did a great job for us. He installed some drywall (4 sheets) where we had new plumbing installed, reinstalled the trim moldings, installed a couple of outside lights, and installed some basement lighting. He did everything that he said he would, when he said he would and we are very happy with the work.

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
$1,200

Paul S.
05/2012
5.0
roof cleaning
  + -1 more
John did the job same day called on time professional knowledgeable.
Description of Work: Inspect roof replace single tab sealed ridge vent edge & exposed nails.

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
$35

Daisy S.
03/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I was satisfied with his work. His price was a bit higher, but overall his work turned out great.
Description of Work: I had the deteriorating floor near the threshold of a door corrected. He also repaired some cabinets and a dining room chair. He installed a collapsible closet door for me as well.

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

Laurie S.
03/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
He called right away and I got the estimate quick. Did not use.
Description of Work: Received a quote for installing a home back-up generator. Doesn't do this type of work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
punctuality
5.0


Response from John -- The House Doctor
This is the second time this individule has posted a FALSE response. The first time Angie's List removed it and The process has been repeated to remove it again. I did NOT provide an estimate to this person. I do not even install back up generators in the first place. They must have me confused with another contractor or have another motive for posting. Please disregard this post until it is removed.

Aivars C.
08/2010
5.0
remodeling, cabinet refacing, appliance refinishing, drywall, electrician, handyman service, plumbing
  + 5 more
John has worked in the past three years on several repairs and a remodeling (bathroom) in my house and I was always impressed by the quality, expertise, and timeliness of his work.
Description of Work: A simple repair of electrical connection was located and repaired by John in the shortest time. I had contacted an electrician for the problem and was told to make an appointment several days ahead for a minimum cost of $150. I was just lucky that John was available before the electrician.

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
$75

    Contact information

    3895 Telegraph Rd, Elkton, MD 21921


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Saturday:
    8:00 AM - 2:00 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

    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,
    Handyman Services,
    General Remodeling,
    Plumbing,
    Drywall,
    Doors,
    Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
    Windows,
    Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
    Decks and Porches,
    Cabinet Making,
    Roof Cleaning

    FAQ

    John -- The House Doctor is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

    John -- The House Doctor accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    No, John -- The House Doctor does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, John -- The House Doctor offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, John -- The House Doctor does not offer a senior discount.
    No, John -- The House Doctor does not offer emergency services.
    No, John -- The House Doctor does not offer warranties.
    John -- The House Doctor offers the following services: Home improvement and repair
    Roof replacement, Drain Cleaning

    Contact information

    3895 Telegraph Rd, Elkton, MD 21921


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Saturday:
    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM