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Home Improvements

Handyman Services, General Remodeling, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,

About us

I am a Licensed builder and generally do all the work myself but have sub-contractors that have been working with me for several years to help. My proposals indicate that a deposit is required to schedule job and most large jobs only require 1/3 down. I.

Business highlights

30 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Home improvements also additions, decks, basements, kitchen and bath, siding, screened-in porches, custom bars and fireplaces. I am very successful in repairs and maintenance in residential homes & commercial offices.

Services we don't offer

HVAC, concreate & brickwork.Majior plumbing

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

4.733 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
82%
4
9%
3
0%
2
3%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.5
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8
Showing 26-33 of 33 reviews

Brie D.
03/2016
4.0
drywall, handyman service, home remodeling
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Initially contacted provider to see if he did carpet repair - he did. Carpet couldn't be repaired and needed to be replaced. In replacing carpet I can still see the lines where the carpet end meets another at the end of the room and the chunks of carpet were off the same one roll so it's not a color mis-match but definitely a seem issue. Wasn't nuts with how he spoke toward his assistant either and I felt like he was alway trying to get more money out of me by asking for money toward moving an item that I could have gotten done myself and wasn't in the quote even though I had told him ahead of time that that item could be an issue moving.

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

$250

Response from Home Improvements
I would be happy to re-seam if needed, and I can't afford my helpers to make mistakes and needs to stay on task.I was happy to move a portable fireplace and place a TV on it at no charge like I told her. We had to assemble fireplace with several screws and hook all the components to TV as well, more time than I thought, was happy to help just thought she would appreciate our extra help. but did not charge anything for extra work. Glad I could help.

Kae H.
10/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: A deck was installed behind the garage of our home and another small deck installed at entryway of home. Tim was out every day to check on the progress and inspect the work done. Both decks were completed in the time projected and any additional cost came because of additions we requested. We look forward to working with Home Improvements on future interior projects.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Michael G.
06/2014
5.0
decks, electrician, handyman service
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Tim installed railing/ballusters in a section of stairs leading down to my (poorly) finished basement. That section (about 6 feet) had cut-outs in the wall to see into the basement and only had a handrail. He clearly explained to me at the options for how to mount the railing because the walls / cut-outs were not even in multiple ways. He then properly installed the railing/balusters using materials I had picked up myself. Because of the height of the cut-out area most of the balusters had to be cut in length and Tim managed to do that in a way that looked good. They are well-installed and look nice. Tim also installed about 200 square feet of carpet padding (that I had ripped out after my water heater leaked) and then reinstalled the carpet (that I had pulled up and dried off but not removed)-- and it looks as good as before. I was happy with everything about how Tim performed the work. The cost of service is the retail cost (I used an Angie's List coupon to save $300 so I paid $780).

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
$1,080

Response from Home Improvements
Ellen, was very pleasant to work for but I agree with her on the value of this job, it is hard for a homeowner to know what all can be done within the Big Deal value, if they do not have a list of project to do that day or my schedule is booked past expiration date timing can be a issue. I received top grades on my personal/work so i am surprised she would not at least recommend me to neighbors, they don't have to buy the big deal. It is too bad I received a overall bad grade based on a deal/fine print that I have no control over.

Craig V.
03/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
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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
$300

Scott H.
02/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: Tim and his partner completed several small tasks around the home: Trouble shoot a non-working light fixture, change out electrical outlets and fictures, replace baseboards.

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 M.
09/2012
5.0
remodeling, handyman service, basement remodeling
  + 1 more
Overall, the experience was very good. Tim is an experienced "handy-man" and has a well-practiced routine for getting things done. He will seek input regarding his client's goals - but has definite ideas on how to accomplish what you want -- and he is not hesitant to make suggestions and offer ideas. He has a one-man operation and this definitely affects his schedule and the time it takes to complete a project. He was very responsive to my instructions and takes care of his own clean-up. He does excellent work and is responsive to problems that arise during construction and is quick to correct these problems. I fully intend to contact Tim again for my next project!
Description of Work: Tim erected basic 2x4 walls in the basement to separate out a small area as a hobby room. Included was the installation of several electrical outlets and light switches. Additionally he repaired a poorly fitted door and replaced my kitchen sink. The work had to be spread out over several days and Tim was generally very accomodating as far as trying to match my work schedule.

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
$1,600

Nancy W.
07/2012
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
No call, no show.
Description of Work: Tim was scheduled to come over and give an estimate. He was a no call no show that day, and we never heard from him after that.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from Home Improvements
This call from the member came in when Angie's list took off for me, I had 16 calls in one week and her appointment slipped through the cracks and i missed the opportunity to take care of her needs. When the negative review came through I called her to tell her how sorry I was and offer her a discount and I did not her back from her yet.I take this very personally and I have taken new measures to in sure this does not happen in the future. Signed, Tim Shaver, Owner

Carolyn H.
11/2011
5.0
remodeling, handyman service, home remodeling
  + 1 more
In addition to the above jobs mentioned, Tim has worked on other projects for me. He is professional, thorough, gives detailed estimates, is careful to inform you any time something arises that changes the estimate; is reliable/shows up when he says he will; makes good cost saving suggestions. Tim consistently goes beyond just 'getting it done'; he notices little things that might be lurking to create future problems and makes suggestions about those. He is also very pleasant and interactive; listens well. He's always willing to find a way to pull off what you want, even if it isn't the usual way he goes about a project; is also willing to tell you when an idea isn't a good one. He's definitely on my "A" list; a keeper.
Description of Work: At my home: Installed outdoor spigot, removed whole house fan in upstairs ceiling/repaired ceiling where it was, replaced light fixture, replaced doorbell, cleaned/sealed/insulated areas of basement, repaired basement window, installed vinyl wrapping on 17 windows, repaired and painted garage ceiling, and other assorted tasks. At my mother's home: modest bathroom remodeling involving installing new vinyl flooring, removing wallpaper, painting, replacing mirror, light fixture, towel bars; general contractor for replacing kitchen countertops, sink, faucet, repair kitchen light fixture.

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
$3,000
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Contact information

2930 Belle Chase Blvd, Kalamazoo, MI 49009


Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Licensing

Insured
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Handyman Services,
General Remodeling,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Electrical,
Basement Remodeling,
Doors,
Decks and Porches,
Siding,
Drywall,
Screen repair,
Plaster,
Unfinished Carpentry

FAQ

Home Improvements is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Home Improvements accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, Home Improvements does not offer free project estimates.
No, Home Improvements does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Home Improvements does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Home Improvements offers emergency services.
Yes, Home Improvements offers warranties.
Home Improvements offers the following services: Home improvements also additions, decks, basements, kitchen and bath, siding, screened-in porches, custom bars and fireplaces. I am very successful in repairs and maintenance in residential homes & commercial offices.
HVAC, concreate & brickwork.Majior plumbing

Contact information

2930 Belle Chase Blvd, Kalamazoo, MI 49009


Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM