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14 years of trusted experience
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Free Estimates
YesWarranties
YesSenior Discount
5%
Emergency Services
YesAccepted payment methods
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4.518 Reviews
Showing 1-18 of 18 reviews
John V.
11/2019
handyman service
+ -1 moreElvin called me right away after messaging him through Angie's List. He quickly got the job done and I've have had no issues since he replaced two exterior floodlights. I was surprised Elvin came down my way considering he is located in Somerset, but as we talked he admitted he thought I was closer. Nevertheless, he had committed to the project so he kept his word and saw it through. Elvin knew exactly what he was doing as he was done in less than 15 minutes for both projects. It's actually a shame he doesn't normally service my area in Monmouth County as I would definitely look to him again for future work. Very professional, experienced, and efficient.
Description of Work: Replace exterior floodlights
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$225
William W.
05/2018
handyman service
+ -1 moreElvin is a professional and meticulous with the quality of work that was on display. I truly appreciate his help.
Description of Work: Assembled patio furniture.
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Satarupa S.
01/2017
handyman service
+ -1 moreDid a lot of small and medium repairs and installation around the house, job was well done in every case.
Description of Work: closet door repair, light fixture repair, wall mounting of flat screen TV.
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$325
ilya K.
09/2016
handyman service
+ -1 moreHired to perform a job, the quote was not cheap but job was important to me. Had to reach out several times to get him scheduled, he cancelled with short notice at least once. Performed the job in a different way than discussed (with my approval) and it held up for first several days, but then became worse then before the work. Reached out several times to fix the issue. Initially he could not make it for two weeks, then said he would try "tomorrow" and never made. He stopped responding to texts after that. If you need someone to standby their work, Elvin is not the one in my experience.
Description of Work: Address flooring issues
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$250
John K.
06/2016
handyman service
+ -1 moreHe told me to run the machine on a short cycle with nothing in the machine. If the machine is okay then it will drain the water that did not drain. If the machine did not drain the water after the cycle, then he will have to come over and diagnose the problem. Fortunately, the machine drained.
Description of Work: He gave me advice, over the phone, related to my washing machine that did not drain after I washed 2 bathroom mats. His advice worked and he did not have to make a trip to fix it.
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John K.
06/2016
handyman service
+ -1 moreElvin promised to show up at 9 am. He arrived exactly on time. He removed his shoes (since we don't wear outdoor shoes indoors), and diagnosed the problem. He is very professional. In a previous job, Elvin diagnosed and fixed my washing machine. I would use him again if another appliance breaks!
Description of Work: He diagnosed the problem in our broken dishwasher. He checked the basics and then recommended that I buy the control panel. I ordered the part, and installed it myself. Elvin told me the tool I needed to install it, which I bought at a local hardware store. Now I have a functioning Maytag dishwasher.
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$60
John K.
01/2016
handyman service
+ -1 moreEasy as pie. Elvin asked me information over the phone. I emailed him photos of the stuff behind the front panel of the washer. He suspected it was the drain pump but then he drove over later in the day to be sure. Once he was sure, he guided me as I ordered the part online. Then he left. I did not pay him for these services. The part arrived in 3 days. One day later, he came over and installed the part. He fixed the machine. He was very neat. He was very careful draining the stagnant water from the machine. Elvin takes a lot of pride in his work. I will recommend him to all my neighbors. I paid him when he left. Great value for the price.
Description of Work: Diagnosed the problem, helped me order the right part, and installed the part. The problem: a broken drain pump on my Kenmore front loader washing machine.
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$65
Lilia E.
04/2015
handyman service
+ -1 moreN/a
Description of Work: Never contacted us back upon our inquiry for services.
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Frances B.
09/2014
handyman service
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Description of Work: I called myself saving some money and ended up paying a substantial amount of money out of my pocket. All I needed was a toilet fixture, but ended up as a nightmare. I was on my way home from New York when the handyman phoned me and said that he was on his way to my house. I told him to go ahead because my son will be there to let him in to do the job. I stated to the handyman that he has to shut down the main water line due to the toilet fixture was damaged, therefore, he will not be able to shut the water off from the bathroom. He stated, okay. He shut the main water line off by using the water pressure nob. This caused a huge problem. He could not put the water back on in my house. I had to call a professional plumber to come out to evaluate the problem, give me an estimate and make repairs. The plumber stated to me that the pressure nob should have never been touched, because pressure nobs are known to break on these water lines. The plumber stated to me that the water has to be shut down on the outside, before any repairs are made, and he could not do this himself due to the restrictions of the Condo Assoc. Therefore, I had to call the county. The problem became bigger, because it was a weekend. Who's open? I had to find an emergency phone number to the county and let the county know that I had an emergency situation. Someone was sent out to shut down my water and that person had to wait around for the repairs to be made and put the water back on... The county was good to me, why? I could have been charged due to the time spent the county technician had to wait around for the repairs to be made by my plumber. Time is money and money is time! I paid the handyman $125.00 just to replace a fill val in my toilet, which I could have replaced myself and the plumber $347.99. This was a total of $472.99 for a simple repair and I still owe the plumbing company $147.00 as of today, 9/15/14. I just want to say make sure you get someone who knows what he is doing! My county representative and the plumber stated that I should take him to court and make him pay for his mistakes.
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$125
P R.
07/2014
handyman service
+ -1 moreElvin was professional and courteous with the service he provided. I would recommend him to others.
Description of Work: I had a bath vanity light and curtain rods installed, as well as had a large picture hung on the wall.
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$150
Reji A.
07/2014
handyman service
+ -1 moreHe was extremely courteous, professional, and thorough. He did the work in just a couple of hours, he did an excellent job of cleaning up afterwards, and he even went a step further to secure the top part of my storm door to the frame with much longer screws. I was very happy to find someone like this in my neighborhood, and would certainly look to use him for future jobs.
Description of Work: Storm door had come off the hinges and destroyed the wood it was attached to. Elvin came out and gave me a quote (which was exactly in the middle of two other quotes that I received. I hired him, and he was able to get the work done a few days later. He cut out the wood frame that was damaged, put in a new piece of wood, sanded it all down, painted it, and re-attached the door. New setup is fantastic, and I am quite confident that I won't see this door break off the hinge again.
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Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Randolph H.
03/2014
handyman service
+ -1 moreElvin was very responsive and pro-active. When he looked at the gutter, he told us it was not broken, but he did notice a riser through the roof that needed sealing. All the work was done promptly and looks great.
Description of Work: We needed a number of minor jobs done after a home inspection. Some GFI outlets, cover plates on some attic junction boxes, a broken shower door track. Elvin came quickly after I called, and provided an estimate. We then asked him to also repair a gutter we thought was broken, and clean the rest. He did all the jobs.
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Yes, I recommend this pro
$494
SUJAY K.
12/2013
handyman service
+ -1 moreI contacted this service provider on 8/19/2013 requesting to come and look at the kitchen countertop that needed repair. The service provider came to our home on 8/26 on-time, very professional, reviewed the countertop problem we had and recommended the necessary repair work. The work was to repair the countertop by installing wood molding around the countertop. We were very happy with this advice as we did not have to replace the countertop. Also, the price quoted for the repair work was reasonable. We decided to go with this service provider. I requested the service provider via email on 9/4 to provide a date so the work can commence. From this point onwards, there were no replies to the emails. I even contacted the service provider via Angieslist messaging tool and text messages requesting to confirm a date for the work to start. Unfortunately, the service provider either did not respond or kept saying that he needs sometime to confirm a date. Finally, it was month of December and there was still no confirmed date from this service provider. I only waited because the service provider provided us a good advice - that the countertop can be repaired without having to replace it with new one. 3-4 months is a long time for someone to wait. I don't think any customer would appreciate this. I finally decided to get the job done by another service provider. It is very disappointing that this service provider made us wait for such a long time and never gave us the date to begin the work. The quality of responsiveness overshadowed the quality of work that the service provider suggested.
Description of Work: The service provider never did the job of repairing the kitchen countertop.
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$285
Rick K.
09/2013
handyman service
+ -1 moreI spoke with the owner by phone, I believe his name was Elvin, on Thursday 9/12/13, and he said he could easily look at my problem with my stairs creaking. He said he could meet me at my condo on Monday 9/16 at approximately 4:30 PM to inspect my stairs and provide an estimate, and that he'd call me beforehand to confirm. I didn't get a phone call which in and of itself didn't bother me. What bothered me was when he didn't show up, after I'd taken a partial day off from work and waited until after 5:00 for him to arrive. I tried to call him, and left a voice mail to which he didn't respond. I know it wasn't a and quot;big moneyand quot; job, then again if it were I'd have been looking for a licensed contractor instead of a handyman. NOT what I or anyone would consider a good business practice in this day and age of online reviews. UPDATE 9/18/13 The owner called me this morning to say he received my voice mail, and to apologize about Monday, that he thought our meeting was for the following Monday (it wasn't). He was still available to meet but I thanked him for calling me back and told him I'd already hired someone. Still an overall and quot;Cand quot; grade for not keeping better notes on meetings and for not calling back sooner, it shows a need for better organizational skills and urgency in returning messages related to business issues.
Description of Work: I asked the provider to help with the creaky steps in our condo.
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Drew S.
09/2013
handyman service
+ -1 moreHe was very punctual and very quick, he quoted me a price and was done with the light and first half of the patching before I returned with the cash.
Description of Work: repaired a light fixture in a master bathroom and a small hole in drywall
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Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
Cheryl M.
07/2013
handyman service, small appliance repair
+ 0 moreMr. Motto was prompt, pleasant and professional. He explained each step of the process and answered my questions.
Description of Work: Removed old kitchen garbage disposal and replaced with new unit. Removed damaged under sink plywood and replaced with newer material(concrete) that resists mold.
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Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
GAUTAM M.
07/2013
handyman service
+ -1 moreHe did a good job.
Description of Work: replace a wooden post in my front porch.
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$600
Rhonda A.
05/2013
handyman service
+ -1 moreHis final price never exceeded his estimates. He worked to accommodate my schedule and was always on time. Very likeable and did a great overall job.
Description of Work: Elvin, was excellent. If I ever have repair work in my home, he'll be the first contractor that I call. Great integrity and great work. He installed drywall, vents, smoke detectors, and a few other repairs.
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$500
Contact information
PO Box 5771, Somerset, NJ 08873
www.housedoctoroncall.comService hours
Monday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PMTuesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PMWednesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PMThursday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PMFriday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PMSaturday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PMLicensing
Insured
Licensed*
Trade License Number
13VH06465000
Trade License Locale
New Jersey
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Service Categories
Handyman Services,
Appliance Repair - Small,
Electronic Gadget Repair,
TV Sales,
Rentals - Vans,
Warranty Companies - Non-Home,
Windows - Safety & Security Film,
Sunrooms and Patio Enclosures,
Exterior Painting,
Ceiling Fans,
Snow Removal,
Printing - Invitations
FAQ
House Doctor Oncall LLC is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.
Monday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
House Doctor Oncall LLC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, House Doctor Oncall LLC offers free project estimates.
No, House Doctor Oncall LLC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, House Doctor Oncall LLC offers a 5% senior discount.
Yes, House Doctor Oncall LLC offers emergency services.
Yes, House Doctor Oncall LLC offers warranties.
House Doctor Oncall LLC offers the following services: Mold inspection and mold remediation, Assemble Small Projects Ceiling Fans Installations, Drywall Repairs, Garage Door Openers, Garbage Disposal Installation, Gutter Cleaning, Hanging & Repairing Windows, Hanging Pictures, Kitchen & Bath Fixtures, Lighting & Minor Electrical, Flat Screen TV Installation, Minor Plumbing, Painting, Pressure Washing, Screen & Siding Repairs, Tile & Floors & Snow Removal
Contact information
PO Box 5771, Somerset, NJ 08873
www.housedoctoroncall.comService hours
Monday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PMTuesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PMWednesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PMThursday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PMFriday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PMSaturday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM