Mark Ellis Builders

Handyman Services, General Remodeling, Interior Painting,

About us

markellis.construction@yahoo.com Ellis Builders has been working in the Ann Arbor area for 8+ years. We are an LLC, fully licensed and insured. A hardworking group of people who are capable of transforming your home or, just fixing what needs to be fixed. If plumbing or electrical work is included in the process of remodeling your home Ellis Builders Subcontracts this work to local electrical and plumbing contractors who share competitive rates and quality workmanship. As a top rated, highly skilled vendor we charge competitive hourly rates. Do not contact our company if you are looking for cheap, we specialize in perfection.

Business highlights

27 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Handyman & Building Services; including, but not limited to the following; kitchen and bathroom remodeling, painting, decks, drywall repair and installation.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Discover
PayPal
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.6188 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
74%
4
7%
3
5%
2
5%
1
9%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.5
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8

Filter reviews by category

Showing 151-175 of 188 reviews

Rodrick W.
01/2019
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Went well.
Description of Work: Waterproof

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

John K.
08/2018
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
never responded to my request
Description of Work: minor exterior wood work

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


Bob B.
11/2016
3.0
handyman service, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
Did not use this contractor
Description of Work: crack in basement wall repaired

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0


Gary T.
10/2016
3.0
contractors, woodworking
  + 0 more
Did not hire
Description of Work: I needed island vent installed I called but he was too busy to talk, told me to submit online. Since he didn't have time to talk I didn't have time to write him an email. Not good warm feeling from him.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0

$1,500

abigail S.
09/2016
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Terrible.
Description of Work: Very unprofessional. Tried to use my teenage sons room as a storage unit while working on my bathroom and kitchen, proceeded to go off on my 13 year old son because of his "un tidy" room. Told me the job would be completed within a couple weeks.....6 weeks later my son and I were still without a bathroom. My kitchen and bathroom were both gutted for way to long. The workers would come and go when they pleased. The owner lives 2 streets down from me yet they were never on time and the job took way to long. After paying $9000 within 2 weeks of the "completed" job things were falling apart, sinks were leaking ect. The owner was a loose cannon spaz, rude and totally the definition of unprofessional and I believe tried to take advantage of my self as a young single woman. Don't let the A ratings fool ya!

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

$9,000

David B.
04/2016
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


DOROTHY M.
12/2015
5.0
decks
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Prompt service, excellent workmanship, on re-flooring a shed and building a deck. Couldn't be more pleased.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Matthew A.
11/2015
4.0
handyman service, contractors, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 2 more
unknown
Description of Work: They replaced the wood rot around my windows. The workers did great work. However, I had to contact Mark on several occasions and he kept saying he would be coming out. He then would not show up by the date and only contacted me after I contacted him to try to find out when he was coming. This happened a few times. Thus, the work was great but the punctuality and communication were poor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
1.0

$325

Deborah E.
11/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Mark Ellis Builders built a gorgeous sunroom with 22 windows and an 8-foot doorwall. The scope of work included installing the windows, doorwall, and trim; caulking; and painting. In addition to the major sunroom project, Mark Ellis personally designed and installed a custom stainless steel backsplash, and Ron repaired drywall and painted specific kitchen surfaces. | |Mark and his crew brought wide-ranging capabilities, an industrious work ethic, and superb craftsmanship to our projects large and small. Their quality of craftsmanship is top-notch; we simply cannot find a single flaw in their work. Mark demands perfection and hard work, and that is what he and the team deliver, no matter how large or small the project. Everyone on Mark's team has a keen eye for aesthetics combined with the skills, expertise, and work ethic required to take a project from vision to reality. | |Mark, Ron, Brook, Joe, Matt, and Austin kept all work areas neat and orderly throughout the projects. They always cleaned up thoroughly and never left anything out of place. Moreover, they took care to protect our hardwood floors and granite countertops while working in the kitchen. | |We truly enjoyed having such respectful, polite, and capable craftsmen working in our home. With their impressive expertise and beautiful work, they have earned our confidence, our trust, and our future business.

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
$20,000

Barbara S.
08/2015
5.0
ceiling fans, doors, electrician, flooring contractor, handyman service, lighting
  + 4 more
unknown
Description of Work: They did flooring (wood and stone), hung closet doors, put in 2 ceiling fans and lights under kitchen cabinets. They did a great job and were very professional. All my questions and concerns were answered. Very pleased!

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
$350

carol M.
07/2015
2.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Had Mark come out to give me an estimate for my small job. Gave me a verbal price, told me he would email the written estimate, and said his guys would come out the following week. All the rain delayed it a week, understandable. But when nothing happened, I tried contacting him about his schedule. Repeated attempts by phone and email got no response. No revised schedule, no written estimate. I gave up and went with another handyman. Giving him a D overall because his initial visit went well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0


Jasbir J.
07/2015
3.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
no quote received
Description of Work: Mark came to look at the basement finishing. He told me to provide me quote in 1 week. I contacted him few times to inquire about the quote and he said he is still working on. It has been more than 1 month and I never received any quote.

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

$20,000

Aashish D.
06/2015
3.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Boughtn a big deal. I had to call the provider mult times over a 2 mth period for the work to be done. That said, after 6-10 calls, he did come out and do a good job. If this is your usual experience with a contractor, I guess he's par for the course. I'd like someone more responsive and punctual, but I may be dreaming.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$179

Tammy M.
05/2015
1.0
remodeling, handyman service, home remodeling
  + 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: To do a remodle on a gutted bathroom. first week would only be here a couple hrs to drop things off or measure. Started the work and it was slow pace, things had to get redone. towards the end of this that was told take about 6 weeks and was given a deadline. they went over that. At the end we didnt see things eye to eye, he thought was going well n looked good and i was seeing mistakes and taking way to long. He walked off the job and said he would be back another day. thats when we told him not to come back and we will finish it ourselfs.

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

$16,000

Chris G.
06/2013
4.0
ceramic tile, handyman service, home theater design
  + 1 more
They did a good job. I felt it took longer than it should have but they were really good and professional. They did include mess ups on their part as part of total time worked so that was the issue that I had however, I do acknowledge that they have one of the most competitive hourly rates in town. He was a super nice guy and the team was great, the charge for the time was the only problem. They were easy to work with and very professional.
Description of Work: They hung pictures, a flat screen TV, and they hid all the wires as well. They put weather stripping on the garage and acid washed the grout in bathrooms and the kitchen.

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
$2,000

Cindy L.
06/2013
5.0
custom cabinets, carpet installation, ceramic tile, drywall, electrician, flooring contractor, handyman service, lighting, remodeling, roofing, siding, deck cleaning, window treatments, ceiling fans, home remodeling, interior painters, cabinet refacing, doors, outdoor lighting
  + 17 more
I first met Mark Ellis back in April when I responded to an Angie’s List deal for a handyman. I had a long list of minor repairs and jobs around the house that needed to be done before putting my house on the market. Mark showed up for an estimate within just a few hours of my calling him. He was friendly, respectful, and very confident that he could take care of my to-do list in one day. The following week, he showed up with his crew of amazing workers who did just that. I was so impressed by how well everything was done that I ended up having them replace my siding, roof, and kitchen. Throughout the entire process, Mark was always available, keeping the channels of communication open, and just being an excellent manager of the entire project. He has a great sense of style and did all the shopping for me, which I really appreciated since I did not have the time. He insists on quality work and has hired an incredibly talented crew. I was impressed by how well organized he keeps his workbenches and equipment. They also clean up well at the end of each day. Always, there was consideration and respect for me and what I needed. I have had to move out-of-state for a new job and did not have time to stay until the project was completed. Mark, of course, told me not to worry. He would finish up the house and make it look presentable for showing to prospective buyers. So two months later, I have a beautifully redone house and what could have been a stressful experience has actually been quite fun. I feel so fortunate to have found someone like Mark to work on my house. He really enjoys his work and it shows. You may even get to see him sing and dance on the job! If I had not moved away, I would definitely retain him as my maintenance person for future home improvements. I know I can count on him to get the job done right! I have not only ended up with a fabulous “new” house in a short amount of time, but also gained a wonderful new friend!
Description of Work: First visit: Repair drywall cracks and imperfections throughout house, replaced area of drywall in bedroom, removed old alarm system, replaced bathroom fan and vented it properly through roof, replaced bath light fixture, patched and tiled area around furnace. Major project: New roof (complete tear-off), new vinyl siding, new front door, painted garage and replaced side door, new garage door opener, removed old shed, new kitchen (new cabinets and appliances), ceiling fan installed, new light fixtures (interior and exterior), whole house new carpet, painted 3 bedrooms, kitchen/hallway, living room, interior doors, closets, and utility cabinets, installed tile area of front entryway, new vertical blinds in kitchen and living room, resealed deck, and numerous other miscellaneous small jobs.

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
$38,000

Laura M.
06/2013
5.0
contractors, electrician, handyman service, lighting, woodworking, house painters, outdoor lighting
  + 5 more
Mark and his team were very professional and did excellent work. In addition to painting they fixed areas where the wood had rotted and the house and shed look much better now. Also did little things which I would not have thought of like replacing doorknobs. Were very flexible as they had to work with uncooperative weather. I would definitely use them on other projects.
Description of Work: Prepped and painted house and shed. Replaced rotten wood in several places. Replaced door knobs and outdoor lantern and several other small tasks.

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
$8,000

Simone S.
05/2013
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Mark Ellis and his team of 3 did an excellent job. They finished the dry wall repair and painted our bedroom in just under 6 hours. They were punctual, courteous, took excellent care of our hardwood floors while working in the house, and even vacuumed the room after they were done. We are more than happy with the new color and the look of our bedroom and would hire Mark Ellis and his team again anytime.
Description of Work: Dry wall repair and painting of a bedroom

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
$700

zach F.
04/2013
5.0
handyman service, interior painters, doors
  + 1 more
Professional, punctual, considerate. Mark lead his team well. Provided useful recommendations and advice to enhance original job request. Pricey but you get what you pay for.
Description of Work: 800sq foot basement floor painting and touchups to rusted furnace, vacuuming basement ceiling, waterlocking moldy sections of wall

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
$650

Maxine G.
04/2013
5.0
electrician, handyman service, pressure washing, house painters, doors
  + 3 more
WOW! Mark, Mike and crew provided quality service beyond my expectations. I am moving and wanted to fix things and spruce up others. They made additional recommendations that were spot on; so make a list of everything to be done and hire this company. What they accomplished in one day with a crew would take one handyman more than a week to accomplish. I will be having them back next week to do more work.
Description of Work: Powerwashing front and back decks; scraping, caulking and painting outside doors, paint garage door, fix bifold door, install new door bell, and additional miscellaneous 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
$1,300

Patricia B.
04/2013
5.0
handyman service, remodeling, woodworking
  + 1 more
The whole experience working with Mark Ellis Builders was excellent. He did a great job with the cupboard installation and cleaned up very well after completion . I would definitely use him for any type work I need in the future.
Description of Work: Mark Ellis arrived exactly at the time he said he would. He was very professional. He installed very nice cabinets in our family room and we are very happy with the way they look. It wasn't an easy job because the walls and ceiling were not level, but he figured it out and they look great. His pricing was very fair. He and his assistant thoroughly cleaned up after they finished and the room is totally back to normal, or better. This is very important to me. The pricing included cabinets and labor. I would definitely use Mark Ellis in the future for any work that I need. Pat Ballard

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
$1,300

Shelley W.
04/2013
5.0
drywall, gutter cleaning, handyman service, landscaping, roofing, woodworking, home remodeling, interior painters
  + 6 more
I contact Mark to handle jobs that are too tough or too annoying for others. I can count on him!
Description of Work: In addition to many other projects, Mark constructs and installs lovely custom furniture and shelving for bedrooms in our sorority. The quality of his work is exceptional and his responsiveness and follow through is terrific.

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

Canterbury H.
03/2013
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
  + 0 more
Owner and works have been punctual, thorough, skilled, and patient with our needs and schedule.
Description of Work: He did some carpentry, installation of an appliance, diagnosis of repairs, and economical purchases of appropriate supplies.

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
$2,000

Sue L.
03/2013
5.0
handyman service, plumbing, water heater repair, basement waterproofing, woodworking, house painters, interior painters
  + 5 more
Mark Ellis not only created a magnificent custom built bookcase in my house, but blended it seamlessly into our 100 year old home, so much so that others believe it's original to our home. He kept our house clean, didn't mind periodic interventions from our pets and kids, and was done on time and on budget. Additionally, he's done all kinds of other jobs at our house, earning our trust such that I'm comfortable calling Mark and asking him to pop over and fix something while I'm at work. He has access to our house at any time and has been a great resource for us when we have jobs big and small. He's done finish carpentry, plumbing, painting and basic handyman repairs for us over the last few years and we couldn't be happier. Most recently, he repaired a leaky kitchen sink and checked our possibly broken hot water heater. Mark may not be the cheapest handyman you can find, especially for finish carpentry or painting, but you definitely get what you pay for! He preps surfaces for painting unlike any other company we've had. He uses the right brushes, cleans up when done and makes the walls in our 100 year old house look perfect.
Description of Work: Most recently, we had a leaky garbage disposal and/or kitchen sink. Based on our past experiences, we chose Mark Ellis to come over and repair the sink and were pleased with the price and service provided.

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
$50

Canterbury H.
11/2012
5.0
custom cabinets, handyman service, remodeling, screen repair, woodworking, house painters, interior painters, doors
  + 6 more
Mark Ellis and Company are excellent estimators, material purchasers and workers. Mark is always professional, helpful, timely and punctual and creative.
Description of Work: Construction of shelving, soffit repair, squirrel removal, scraping and caulking of front entry and basement window, replacement of utility sink pump, exterior sign painting, fence painting and repair, painting of office walls, general thorough cleaning, installation of sensor lights and switch, appliance cleaning, repair of basement handrail, wood floor cleaning and treatment, deck cleaning and treatment, installation of door hinges

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
$5,000

Contact information

5419 Michael Dr., Ypsilanti, MI 48198


Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
2102217664

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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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Handyman Services,
General Remodeling,
Interior Painting,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Drywall,
Plumbing,
Electrical,
Exterior Painting,
Doors,
Ceramic Tile,
Lighting

FAQ

Mark Ellis Builders is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Open All Day

Monday: Open All Day

Tuesday: Open All Day

Wednesday: Open All Day

Thursday: Open All Day

Friday: Open All Day

Saturday: Open All Day

Mark Ellis Builders accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,PayPal,Visa
Yes, Mark Ellis Builders offers free project estimates.
Yes, Mark Ellis Builders offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Mark Ellis Builders offers a 5% senior discount.
Yes, Mark Ellis Builders offers emergency services.
Yes, Mark Ellis Builders offers warranties.
Mark Ellis Builders offers the following services: Handyman & Building Services; including, but not limited to the following; kitchen and bathroom remodeling, painting, decks, drywall repair and installation.

Contact information

5419 Michael Dr., Ypsilanti, MI 48198


Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day