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UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE

Handyman Services, Fencing

About us

OWNER-OPERATED. NO SUBS. CHARGES AN HOURLY RATE OF $55 FOR THE FIRST HOUR & $40 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL HOUR (07/21/08). NO TRAVEL CHARGES. ALSO DOES BUSINESS AS: J & L HANDYMAN LLC. MAY CONTACT THROUGH EMAIL OR BY PHONE.

Business highlights

19 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

HANDYMAN SPECIALIZING IS SMALL PROJECTS & HOME MAINTENANCE.

Services we don't offer

WATER-HEATER INSTALLATION.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

5.015 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
93%
4
0%
3
0%
2
7%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-15 of 15 reviews

Heather R.
09/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: General home maintenance, handyman services.

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

Nicholas S.
08/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Joel called Day of appointment, he was able to work us in four hours earlier than planned. He assessed job, gave estimated time frame of completion. Job was finished in a timely fashion. Joe is very neat in the work area, he cleaned the area when finished and made sure his shoes were clean, as not to track trash thru the house. I recommend Unique Home Maintenance for jobs in/around the home.
Description of Work: Needed a lock added to wooden front 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
$55

Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
Thank you [Member name removed], I was so glad you were able to be flexible that morning. Also, thank you for the great review.

Diane H.
06/2017
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Joe arrived a few minutes ahead of the appointment time. He dismantled the toilet and replaced the wax seal and reinstalled the toilet. He completed the job in about thirty minutes. I needed a handyman who would be willing to do the small jobs and Joe is that person.
Description of Work: My 2nd floor toilet was leaking and staining the 1st floor ceiling.

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

Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
Thank you [Member Name Removed], Your comments and reviesw are most appreciated.

Adish D.
05/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Joe is a dream handyman, highly recommend. Professional, reasonable and frank about areas that he thinks are out of his area of expertise. Unlike other contractors who bill by the hour and sometimes stretch the work unnecessarily, Joe was punctual, got the work done quickly and reasonably. When I had to call him back for something that required attention again after a couple of days, he came back and fixed it without charge.
Description of Work: General Handyman work around 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

Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
Thank you. Getting to work with so many great people is an honor and a learning experience. I look forward to each new day. Joe

Christine T.
02/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Performed General Home Maintenance |Joe did an Excellent Job, and I would call him for any other home maintenance project I have in the future. |Called with an Urgent Need and Joe Arranged his Schedule to be available to take care of my issue ASAP. Really Appreciate his flexibility.

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
$55

April H.
09/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Joe is great; he arrives 10 mins early, is professional, courteous, and works efficiently. My garage door was a bit 'off' due to previous damage (we think) and he took the time to figure out what the problem was and fix it. When he was done the new opener was running great and the door was fixed. He also did a great job with all the other fixtures. I would be happy to have him work in my home any time and highly recommend him.
Description of Work: Joe has come to my home twice, the most recent time (today) he installed new fixtures in my bathroom, a new porch light, and new garage door opener. Previously he installed a new vanity in my bathroom.

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

Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
Thank you for your great review and thank you for taking your time to write it. Joe

Deanne F.
05/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Joe was very punctual. He thinks carefully about the best way to do a job. He often gave me suggestions of how to do things better. One day, when I was out, I asked him to build a vegetable bed from some Sunset Magazine plans. He modified the plans to make things better, by adding an extra support for the greenhouse part of my vegetable bed. He also thinks carefully about the use of resources. He was able to rebuild the interior of an old cabinet for me with only one sheet of plywood by laying things out creatively and we were able to return the extra sheet. He also cut the pieces so they would fit very snugly. That way, he didn't have to hammer them in and one of the panels could be removed later if the electrical had to be accessed. He is reasonably priced, and makes sure the work is well done. He can do most carpentry and a lot of basic electrical and is efficient with his time. I would recommend him for anyone that has lots of small or medium jobs to do and wants to get someone in to do them all at once.
Description of Work: Installed fans, light fixtures, hung pictures, built a vegetable raised bed, fixed cement between pavers, installed kitchen pot rack, built the inside of an old built in chest, installed new baldwin locks on back door, installed coat racks and coat hooks through house, attach a hutch to a desk, patch paint in bedrooms, replaced fence support post, fix bolt on garage window, cemented porch railing, put up hanging hooks for indoor plants. Picked up supplies I ordered but couldn't fit in my car and probably some other things too.

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
$1,500

Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
Thank you, I am overwhelmed. Your projects challenged and motivated me to strive harder. I feel so privileged to be able to meet so many great people. Joe

joe T.
05/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Joe was punctual, both in meeting with me and getting me the bid after our meeting. The price he offered was very reasonable. He answered email in a timely manner, which was important as I needed a lien waiver from him in order to close my house sale. His work was excellent. I had a set of wooden porch steps with only one handrail, and he built a second handrail that matched it exactly. He also did a few other, smaller tasks, that same day. I would definitely hire him again.
Description of Work: - built second handrail for back porch steps, exactly matching existing handrail - reinforced back porch steps - replaced parts of back porch decking - adjusted garage door opener sensors

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
$284

Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
Thank you. It is always nice if I can make is seem like I was never there, even though it is harder to pat oneself on the back. Matching existing work is a challenge but many times necessary. Thank you for taking the time to post your comments. Joe

Cameron C.
05/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I am really happy with the work that was done. Joe is professional, prompt, and does quality work. He took the time to completely explain his approach, and the result turned out to be more than what I hoped for. Joe is exactly the kind of handyman I have always been looking for. I often try to do projects like this by myself, and the results leave me unimpressed. He came in with a price under what I had expected, had it done in a fraction of the time, left the site tidy, and was one of the friendlier guys I have met in a long time. Can't wait to bring him on for the next project!
Description of Work: Replaced an entry door on a one-car garage. Also repaired a rotting frame on the same 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
$300

Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
Thank you [member name removed], I enjoy working on the small projects that just seem to never get done. I am grateful for your kind comments. Joe

Linda C.
07/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It went with out a hitch. If he ran into a problem in what he was doing, he told me about and suggested the best way to handle it. I couldn't be more impressed.
Description of Work: Provider fixed a ceiling fan, replace a bathroom light fixture, replaced two outdoor light fixtures and fixed a folding door all in under two hours. He is honest, flexible, knowledgeable, friendly, punctual, efficient. In a word, he is awesome!!!

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
$97

Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
Thank you, your words are healing ointment for the soul. Thank you for the opportunity.

Lynn S.
07/2013
2.0
fencing, handyman service
  + 0 more
Three days after he told me he was to get back to me, he sent an email saying he was not going to have the quote ready for a few more days. OK, no problem, several days after that I received another email stating he had called 3 or 4 places and nobody had the fencing I needed at 6'. OK, several more days went by and I heard nothing. I finally called him, having not heard from him now for 2 weeks, and asked him what was going on. He stated he was a one man show and didn't have the time to price out the slats for the fence. I asked him if he still wanted to do the job and he said yes and promised to have an estimate to me in a few more days. He told me he had been waiting for me to get back to him. WTH? Within a couple of hours I received an email from him stating he no longer wanted to do my job. I think he is a one man show and if the job is easy and straight forward he would do a good job. If it requires any thought or an extra step he is not your man. Disappointing and he wasted my time.
Description of Work: Came out to give me a quote. Seemed to have some good idea's and said he would get back to me within 24 hours and could start the repairs on my deck and fence that week.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0


Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
Hi [member name removed], considering the confusion I am surprised by your response. I have tried to meet your expectations in a professional and timely manor as well as helping you with your closet doors at no charge when I was there the first day. As you know I met with you on the same day you called which was Saturday the 22nd and I had emailed you back the next day Sunday the 23rd regarding my inability to find the materials for your job even though I had contacted 5 lumber providers which have many locations in the metro area. I emailed you again on Monday the 24th listing the different places I had looked unsuccessfully to find the fence slats you were needing. I received no response from you on either of the messages I sent so I continued to look for the materials until I received your call on Friday the 28th, only 6 days since we first met and 4 days since my last email. I tried to explain that I am a one man business and my resources can be limited at times which may account for the perceived delay in the meeting of your expectations. Based on the level of frustration and inappropriate comments made by you on the phone I decided to withdraw my offer of services which I communicated to you that night by email, again Friday the 28th, 6 days since we first met. I again did not receive a response from you. Even now today, July the 7th, a week after I declined my services it is only been two weeks since we first met. I apologized then as I do now for not meeting your expectations. Sincerely Joe Starry

Elizabeth M.
04/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
We sold a house and one of the deck posts was a tiny bit loose. The buyer wanted it fixed. Joe came out and there wasn't much that could be done, because it really wasn't very loose. He was very creative in his repair to sturdy it up as much as he could. He came at the last minute, since it depended on the sale of the house. Very professional.
Description of Work: Repair deck post

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
$80

Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
Thank you (member name removed). Balancing the needs of the seller and the buyer can be challenging and is a common to this industry. Please let me know if there is anything else I can do for you in the future. Joe

Monica S.
01/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I have an older home so it is not just straightforward on how you fix some things. To do a repair, it tends to take a lot of thinking through. I had a list of things, he was able to get through all of it. My basement door was stuck, he fixed it. He did amazing work! Initially, when he did a walk through, he fixed an outlet for me quickly just to knock it out. He was great. His price was reasonable. He came back a second Saturday to finish up. I can't say enough about how good he is. Smart guy.
Description of Work: Handyman services.

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

Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
Thank you, I appreciate your comments and look forward to serving you again. Joe

ANDREA O.
07/2012
5.0
fencing, handyman service
  + 0 more
I liked every experience I had with them. He is always willing to help. He is just a really good handyman. I get my money's worth for the services he gives me.
Description of Work: I used Unique Home Maintenance to put a new deck on and repair a fence.

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
$55

Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
Thank you, I really appreciate you taking the time to post your gratitude. I have enjoyed working with you.

Renae Q.
07/2008
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He does a great job. One of the jobs that he did took longer than he thought he would but he didn't charge me any extra for the time. He is very honest and hard working. He is always here and he would always call if there was an emergency and he would be late. His prices are good and fair and he sticks to him.
Description of Work: He has caulked a shower for us, fixed the floor, cleaned tire, replaced old light fixtures, installed new doors inside and outside, done drywall work for us, and installed a toilet for us.

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

Response from UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE
THANK YOU, YOU ARE VERY GRACIOUS. THANK YOU FOR THE WORK AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE YOU.

    Contact information

    6912 MARQUETTE AVE, Saint Louis, MO 63139

    www.UniqueHomeMaintenance.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Licensing

    Insured
    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

    Handyman Services,
    Fencing

    FAQ

    UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    Yes, UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE offers free project estimates.
    No, UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE does not offer a senior discount.
    No, UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE does not offer emergency services.
    No, UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE does not offer warranties.
    UNIQUE HOME MAINTENANCE offers the following services: HANDYMAN SPECIALIZING IS SMALL PROJECTS & HOME MAINTENANCE.
    WATER-HEATER INSTALLATION.

    Contact information

    6912 MARQUETTE AVE, Saint Louis, MO 63139

    www.UniqueHomeMaintenance.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM