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Tools To The Rescue

Handyman Services, Doors, Drywall,

About us

We take pride in our work and show up on time. We are a very neat & caring company, but most importantly - affordable pricing.

Business highlights

19 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Handyman services, Doors, Windows, Molding, Painting, Sheetrock, Tile, Wood Floor Installation, Decks, Drop Ceilings, Finish Basements and much more.

Services we don't offer

Plumbing & electrical

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

4.9280 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
94%
4
4%
3
0%
2
0%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0
Showing 226-250 of 280 reviews

Thomas G.
07/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Rudy is the real deal. He is timely in responding, neat and professional and simply a down to earth good person. This job seemed simple to the naive eye. It was rather complicated and he worked through the situation with ease and did an AMAZING job. The finished product far exceeded my expectations. Overall his work was impecable. Further, you would not even know he did all this work as he cleaned up the work area before he left. I would use Rudy again without any hessitation. Given him an A rating is an understatement for the quality work he does---he deserve an A+++!
Description of Work: Rudy removed an ancient airconditioner from the foundation of my finished basement. The AC that was there when I purchased the house was over 40 years old and was never in operational and as we found out never installed properly (the opening was not plum or square. Rudy remedied the situation, came up with a plan to remove the old one which was heavier than a sherman tank and PROPERLY installed the new unit.

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
$700

Nancy M.
06/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Rudy was great at communicating and punctual. He knew I was under a time issue as new tenants were moving into this property the next day. He worked hard at fitting a knew handle onto an old frame and door.
Description of Work: Replaced a broken storm door handle.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Shishir P.
05/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
We wanted to replace four doors and fix few things in the porch. Rudy did a great job. He was punctual and there were no hidden costs. He also offered to help pick up the doors from home depot. Overall I am satisfied with the job.
Description of Work: Replacing the Front and back doors

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
$2,400

Gail B.
05/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
The quality of the work was great and would use him again. He takes pride in his work.
Description of Work: Rudy hunged up several shelves in the garage and laundry room. He chalked two bath rooms. He did a teriffic job on the bathrooms and they look like new.

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

Tom P.
04/2013
5.0
drywall, handyman service
  + 0 more
Rudy did an excellent job. He was willing to work on a small job other providers wouldn't even give us an estimate for. He came in on time, worked quickly and the work came out beautifully, Very professional, I would definitely use him again and recommend him to all.
Description of Work: Small Dry wall 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
$214

RUSS R.
04/2013
5.0
handyman service, interior painters, contractors
  + 1 more
Rudy was prompt and professional and did a great job on all the things he worked on.
Description of Work: Rudy fixed a rotten window sill, installed a cat door, calked my roof and fixed water damage on the 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
$540

Danielli W.
03/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Rudy did a great job. He was very clean and organized and he made sure to e-mail us everyday with updates. Would certainly recommend him!
Description of Work: We had some damage to our roof due to Sandy. Rudy removed the damaged ceiling from three different rooms in our house, replaced the insulation and sheetrock and refinished the ceilings.

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
$3,200

Mary P.
03/2013
5.0
handyman service, interior painters
  + 0 more
We have never had a more efficient, competent and friendly worker. He always arrived when expected, and he always made sure that when he was done for the day that all of his equipment was cleaned and stored before departing for the day. We added additional work which was also completed without any hesitancy on his part. Tools to the Rescue is an excellent company, and I would never hesitate to recommend them to anyone who might need similar work done.
Description of Work: The interior of the house was painted including walls, trim, windows and ceilings. The work was done to perfection, and we have never had a better worker. Other work was done such as repairing doors, locks and shaving down doors. We added additional work which was completed with a friendly and efficient manner.

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
$3,500

Peter O.
02/2013
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
  + 0 more
excellent. capable & reliable
Description of Work: installed stair rail

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
$400

Jessica S.
02/2013
5.0
handyman service, interior painters
  + 0 more
The process was great! Rudy was very responsive and professional, and worked with us on rescheduling when we were unable to have the work done on the original date. Also, a part was delivered after the rest of the work was done and he is coming back to install it. We would defiantly hire him again!
Description of Work: We had painting and minor household repairs, The quality of the work was great!

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
$1,400

Michele M.
12/2012
5.0
doors, electrician, handyman service, masonry, siding
  + 3 more
I am satisfied with Rudy's work. He was on time, professional, and reasonably priced.
Description of Work: My last review was my first experience with Rudy when he fixed a couple of my downspouts outside in an emergency. This review is for full handyman day inside my home. I was able to schedule Rudy for a list of things to do inside my home that took a full day. He arrived on time and it was all done to my satisfaction. He completed: - did masonry in 2 spots on basement wall and floor - replaced bracket on handrail - fixed hinge on bathroom door; nailed molding back in - fixed hinge on bedroom door - fixed side door, caulked around it, cemented around it - installed door bell - sanded and spackled around entryway into kitchen - install two outlet plates - repaired siding by side door - secured leader pipes I already started another list and will plan on calling Rudy again in the new year.

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
$548

Linda L.
11/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Rudy 1st told me what I should buy, then when I called him back to tell him I had the grab-bars, he called me back the same day & came to install them the very next day after that. I'd certainly hire him again.
Description of Work: Rudy answered alll my calls promptly & courteously. He came to my house exactly when he said he would. He installed grab-bars for me in my bathroom & did it very professionally. He knew exactly what he was doing & even cleaned up after he was done. I'm very happy with Rudy & would readily use him again for 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
$225

Ping F.
11/2012
5.0
drywall, handyman service, interior painters
  + 1 more
Rudy came on time to accessed the job. He was will to accept it even though we had to play it by ear as to when he could get there during the agreed upon week. He kept his communications open, giving me a heads up when he was available. He was able to finish the project in 2 days and kept his promise to finish it on time. he also didn't charge me for the ceiling paint. Overall, trust worthy and a reliable person to work with.
Description of Work: It was a small job and i needed it to be done before a certain date. I needed the ceiling in one of the bedrooms to be repainted from a leak. I also needed a chandelier to be hung in the bedroom.

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
$260

laura R.
10/2012
5.0
decks, drywall, remodeling, handyman service
  + 2 more
wanted to remodel my porch. It went very well overall. Rudy was professional, neat, punctual and was always in communication as the project went along. really good job, and I expect to use him for upcoming projects.
Description of Work: teardown of walls and ceiling in existing sun porch-- replacing with sheetrock, new ceiling, trim on windows, doorways, base. insulation of all walls, and prep for painting.

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
$3,900

Michele M.
10/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It went well. Rudy was able to reattach my fallen downspout and get it more grips so it would not fall down again. He also checked the other ones plus put screws in all the extensions. I'm also working with Rudy now to see if the inside jobs are something he can do as well.
Description of Work: I called Tools to the Rescue to see if they can reattach my fallen downspout and check on the others, so they do not fall off as well. Rudy was able to contact me back quickly and was able to go the next day and check it out. Since it was outside, he could see it easily.

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

eric W.
10/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Tools to the Rescue was one of a few companies I contacted through Angie's List. I decided to go with Tools to the Rescue as Rudy answered the phone, gave the estimate in person and performed the actual work. This gave me comfort as I knew there would be no miscommunication as everything was discussed up front at the appointment. Unfortunately, I have had issues in the past with one person giving an estimate and another person performing the work and there would be problems as there was no communication between them. Rudy was able to accommodate my work schedule for the estimate appointment and was able to start the work when the estimate was agreed on. He was very professional, knowledgable and cleaned up the areas he worked in. When we inquired about possibly removing a section in a bathroom, Rudy was able to explain the pros and cons of doing the project and any possible problems. This information gave us the info we needed to make a more informed decision which we decided was not worth it. Even though the actual work required more than a day, Rudy communicated this so that we were able to make arrangements for him. When the work was completed, Rudy followed up to make sure everything was satisfactory. We plan on using Rudy again for some additional work in the near future.
Description of Work: Install 5 grab bars in 3 bathtubs Remove old caulking around bathtub Re-caulk a bathtub and sink Remove a cracked ceramic soapdish Replaced or fixed damaged tiles Re-grout some tiles in kitchen Re-caulk by doorways

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
$700

Josephine S.
09/2012
5.0
doors, drywall, house painters, handyman service, interior painters, woodworking
  + 4 more
Rudy has been responsive to all my phone calls and emails. He is extremely punctual, arriving on time, and making sure the job is completed and the work area is clean.
Description of Work: My husband and I compliled a list of things we wanted to do in our house. I truly appreciated that Rudy was very honest as to which services he could perform, and didn't yes us to death, just to get the work. Rudy put sheetrock on the walls of an extra room in the basement, painting the walls, and making the windows that were installed incorrectly 13 years ago, finally look they way they should have! He also repaired a hole in the basement wall with sheetrock. He recently installed two storm doors. We are also going to ask him to paint/stain outdoor wooden porches and fences.

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

Carolyn M.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
  + 0 more
We had a great experience with Rudy. I contacted him via email and he called back within an hour. We discussed what needed to be done and he made an appointment to stop by to do an estimate. He was prompt and professional with the estimate. We arranged for a date to do the repairs. The fascia on the front of our house is 2.5 stories up and he said he would need help with the ladder. He said he could hire some help that he would charge through to us or we could help. My husband was home and was able to help with the ladder. He was unable to make the first day that we arranged but he called me two days in advance of that and made a new date (he knew I worked from home and had flexibility on the schedule). He was prompt on the date, did the repairs as needed. He found that the board behind the fascia was rotted also so he replaced that also. He installed the woodwork around our new dishwasher so it looks finished now. He cleaned up, swept and was done in a few hours. He charged extra for the unexpected rotten board replacement, but told us in advance. The bill came to the estimate plus the additional. He missed a board on cleaning up the front, and called me a few hours later to tell me he would come back to get it. I told him no problem and we picked it up ourselves. Rudy is now on our Rolodex for household handyman help.
Description of Work: Replace a rotted fascia board on the trim of our house, complete the woodworking for installation of a new dishwasher.

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
$380

Ellen G.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service, interior painters
  + 0 more
He was very prompt and conscientious. He followed up with everything. He was friendly, careful, and very clean. The initial price he gave us was about half the price we saw elsewhere, and he packaged the jobs together. We dealt directly with Rudy at all times. I had an issue that came up in my home office, and he was willing to fit us in his schedule promptly.
Description of Work: They came out several times to complete painting and handyman jobs. They fixed clasps on our a/c, repaired our toilet paper holder in the bathroom, hung pictures, sanded and stained hardwood floor, put on door stoppers, etc.

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

Kathleen M.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Rudy returned my call prompty the same day I contacted him. He made an appointment to come to my home and provide an estimate within a couple of days. The work was performed within a week of the estimate. All of the work was done to my satisfaction. Rudy was very professional and a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Tools to the Rescue and I will definitely use their services in the future.
Description of Work: Assembled two storage cabinets, installed two stair railings and toilet paper holder.

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
$225

tamara G.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Rudy was very professional, spread his tarp every time he worked on a project. One of the ceiling fans was still causing problems after Rudy left, but he came back few weeks later and fixed it. I will definitely call him again.
Description of Work: Tools to the rescue installed two window ACs, fixed two ceiling fans and fixed a broken window.

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
$590

minnie R.
08/2012
5.0
doors, handyman service
  + 0 more
It is a good experience; all of it is good. I would use them again if needed.
Description of Work: I am using Tools to the Rescue to get my kitchen light and front door fixed.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Marisa F.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Rudy is pleasant and easy to communicate with. He was very accommodating in saving me some money and allowing me to use my own supplies and finish the spackle/paint job on the sheet rock. Any supplies I didn't have, he had in his truck. As a new homeowner, I'll definitely need Rudy to do some more improvements and repairs in the future, and he was nice enough to patiently walk around the house with me as we discussed things that needed to be done. (Thanks, Rudy!)
Description of Work: Installed 1/4 round molding, patched rather large holes in sheet rock

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
$220

Virginia L.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He was very good and nice. I would recommend him to anyone. He didn't waste any time and he worked very hard.
Description of Work: He did the wall in my basement where I had mortar coming in. He also did my front porch. In a few days, he will be back to do the back porch.

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

John R.
07/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Overall very satisfied with quality of repairs...Have already recommended to family and friends..
Description of Work: Repaired wood trim on a Gazebo as well as door screen replacement..Also replaced wood trim on a storage shed.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$700

Contact information

207 Beverly Hill Rd, Clifton, NJ 07012


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:
Closed

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

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Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Doors,
Drywall,
Interior Painting,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Decks and Porches,
Ceramic Tile,
Windows,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Masonry,
General Remodeling

FAQ

Tools To The Rescue 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: Closed

Tools To The Rescue accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Tools To The Rescue offers free project estimates.
Yes, Tools To The Rescue offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Tools To The Rescue does not offer a senior discount.
No, Tools To The Rescue does not offer emergency services.
No, Tools To The Rescue does not offer warranties.
Tools To The Rescue offers the following services: Handyman services, Doors, Windows, Molding, Painting, Sheetrock, Tile, Wood Floor Installation, Decks, Drop Ceilings, Finish Basements and much more.
Plumbing & electrical

Contact information

207 Beverly Hill Rd, Clifton, NJ 07012


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:
Closed