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C&L Handyman Services

Handyman Services, Drywall, Doors,

About us

Since 2008, C&L Services has been serving Albany, Rensselaer, and Schenectady Counties. Provided complete Handyman Services and no job is too small. With over 30 years experience, I am hardworking and honest. I am prompt, courteous and polite. I will get the job done on time.

Business highlights

16 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Handyman Services, Install Hardwood Floors, Lamenent Floors, Ceramic Tile. We Can Install Drywall, Paint, Install Light Fixtures, Outlets, Switches. Remodel Bathrooms, Remodel Kitchens, Remodel Homes. Assemble Sheds, Finish Basements, Replace Locks, Door Hardware, Kitchen Cabinet Hardware, Hang Pictures, Hang Mirrors, Install Kitchen Faucets, Garbage Disposals.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.898 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
76%
4
9%
3
1%
2
2%
1
11%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 98 reviews

Michael J.
06/2022
5.0
closet systems, remodeling
  + 0 more
2nd time hiring Carmen to do work. First time he installed some windows and fixed some gutters for me. This time he removed a weird section of wall and fixed it. He was timely, professional and a nice guy. It's only him working all of these jobs, please be patient if he doesn't get back to you. He eventually will and he is worth the wait.
Description of Work: Removal of wall and closet

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

Bonnie S.
08/2021
1.0
contractors, fencing, doors
  + 1 more
Initially Carmen returned my call. He came and looked at the job and measured for the door. He did not give me a quote that day but said he would call me. Weeks went by and he did not call. I left several messages for him to call me back. He did not call back. Finally I left him a message stating that I can only assume he does not want the job since he is not returning my phone calls.Now I am starting all over again looking for a handyman. I just had a stem cell transplant and a storm destroyed my fence panel, I can't do the work myself and I don't want my dog getting out of the yard. I needed a back door/patio door before winter.
Description of Work: Fence panel replaced, back door replaced

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


Response from C&L Handyman Services
Carmen will call you ASAP to rectify the situation. We apologize for this over site.

Daniel L.
04/2020
5.0
contractors, drywall, handyman service, garage builders, woodworking, doors
  + 4 more
It went excellent! Carmen did amazing and dynamic work. He was very friendly and helpful and was incredibly fluent and detailed! He did exceptionally smooth and skillful work in a very short amount of time. This was definitely money well spent and I would definitely hire him again and recommend to others!
Description of Work: Bathroom work, door replacement, and door remodeling

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
$325

Anne B.
12/2019
5.0
handyman service, ceiling fans
  + 0 more
Carmen was very responsive, knowledgeable and professional. He resolved our ventilation issue quickly and cost-effectively. I highly recommend Carmen and I plan to call him in the future for large and small jobs.
Description of Work: Hook up a bathroom fan and vent through attic

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
$150

Response from C&L Handyman Services
Thank you! I look forward to working with you in the future

Maureen B.
10/2019
2.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I'm not certain this C and L was one that I contacted by telephone. I did speak with a Mohamed ?? He said he would call me back. He was busy the day we spoke. He never called back. I did not have the impression he wanted to come to Troy, NY from Albany/ Schenectady. I may try again with another from your list.
Description of Work: Masonary work
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from C&L Handyman Services
We don’t have a Mohamed that works with us. We do a lot of jobs in Troy.. We are not certain you are reviewing the correct service provider

Cindy B.
09/2019
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Did not hire because they were booked
Description of Work: Front, cement steps repaired

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Martin D.
08/2019
4.0
handyman service, remodeling
  + 0 more
Job went well except cleanup, I had to clean up everything
Description of Work: Various small jobs

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
$1,500

Michael H.
08/2019
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Failed...inexcusable...indicated he would be available following week...did not show..did not respond to follow up text & phone call...hired someone else
Description of Work: install a/c

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


Response from C&L Handyman Services
This was our mistake.

ann B.
07/2019
5.0
handyman service, interior painters
  + 0 more
I hired Carmen again for the 2 rooms that i wanted painted and a kitchen ceiling repair. As before I was not dissappointed, the exact opposite. Carmen is so nice and a very hard worker, what he did on my old plaster ceilings is beyond words. I wish i had before and after pictures. I think the best compliment about his craftsmanship came from my sister and niece. They came over to see the kitchen and could not believe the ceiling. The truly believed Carmen had sheetrocked the ceiling, that how perfect and smooth it was. I said no, all by hand and poor Carmen found far more cracks then he thought, but my final bill showed very little difference even with all the extra work he did, including me adding on little things. Always showed up, would text me if running late, he is a gem that is hard to find these days. Will have him back for bathroom update later. Thank you Carmen
Description of Work: 2 rooms needed painting, and 2 ceilings both of which were in very bad shape
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from C&L Handyman Services
Thank you for your kind review. I look forward to working with you again.

ann B.
07/2019
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Carmen is a great find in the many workers out there, he did wonderful work, i kept adding things to his list and he fit me in . Carmen is an exteremly hard worker, sometimes working quite late. Very professional, clean, and i love how my rooms look. Looking forward to september for more work to be done. I highly recommend carmen, you wont find any better. He is very honest and the cost for all he did was fantastic. He had to deal with the nuances of an old house but always figured out the best option.
Description of Work: Interior and some exterior 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

Response from C&L Handyman Services
Thank you for your review. I look forward to working with you again in September.

Michael F.
06/2019
5.0
drywall, remodeling
  + 0 more
Carmen is the best I am so so happy we hired him and would recommend him to all
Description of Work: Two bedrooms sheetrocked and made new closet in one bedroom and put in New lights

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

Response from C&L Handyman Services
Thank you for your review.

Kevin F.
06/2019
5.0
fencing, handyman service
  + 0 more
Carm and Bob did a terrific job. They were punctual, professional and their work was top notch. Great quality work. Highly recommend!
Description of Work: Install Dog Fence. Fence materials were provided for installation

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
$600

Response from C&L Handyman Services
Thanks for the review. It was a pleasure working for you.

Krystyna S.
03/2019
5.0
drywall, handyman service, lighting, plumbing, interior painters
  + 3 more
Carmen with Bob's help performed excellent basement finishing work. Carmen pays attention to details, ready to answer questions and overall pleasant to interact with. Due to an extensive scope of the project it took longer than we originally anticipated. It included drywall, painting, ceiling, floor, lights and plumbing / electrical for washer and dryer. We are very happy with the result.
Description of Work: Basement finishing.

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 C&L Handyman Services
Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure working for you

David K.
11/2018
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
For reasons unrelated to potential contractors I have elected not to proceed with this project.
Description of Work: nons I was unable to spec the project.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from C&L Handyman Services
Let us know if you need our services in the future.

Rick M.
05/2018
5.0
contractors, handyman service, remodeling, woodworking
  + 2 more
Carmen responded to my initial call quickly, gave me a reasonable estimate, and was able to fit this project into his busy schedule within the timeframe we needed it done. He showed up on the designated morning right on time, and did a fantastic job on it. He has a great attention to detail and made sure it was sturdy and that it looked good, too. He answered all of my questions before, during, and after the installation, and I am sure I'll call him up again for assistance with home improvement projects. He's the sort of handyman and general craftsman you hope to work with any time you reach out to someone new for a project.
Description of Work: Needed a newel post, railing, and balusters installed on our staircase

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 C&L Handyman Services
Thank you for your review. I look forward to working with you again.

Matt S.
12/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Very professional and expertly done
Description of Work: Mounting a hoist

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

Response from C&L Handyman Services
Thank you

William M.
11/2017
5.0
contractors, ceramic tile, closet systems, drywall, handyman service, lighting, plumbing, woodworking, interior painters, doors
  + 8 more
We were so impressed with the work that Carmen did for us. His pride in his work showed through in each one of our rooms. He was punctual each day and let us know when he would be late or needed to reschedule. Even though our project ran a few weeks later than we expected, he kept us informed along the way. We had no issues with leaving Carmen for the day while we were at work. Would highly recommend for any project and we're looking forward to have him complete other projects for us in the future. This was a major project and he pointed out a variety of things he encountered as our house is a 1959 mystery and things were destined to surprise all of us.
Description of Work: Remodel of our 1959 first floor mudroom, bathroom and den. This included removal of wood paneling & wallpaper, skim coating of drywall (which saved us a lot of money since we didn't need to replace the drywall), removal of old tile flooring, tile of new floor, installation of cabinets for mudroom, installation of new doors (sliding glass and exterior door), complete gut of bathroom and installation of new vanity/toilet. Carmen also was able to create a custom mantle for our fireplace and help us install a custom surround sound system for our new TV/stereo system. He primed and painted and installed new trim in all of the rooms.

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
$30,000

Response from C&L Handyman Services
Thank you for the review. I look forwArd to working with you in the future.

John S.
10/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I called C&L for a broken window replacement. Carmen came and measured the window and gave me an estimate. He then came equipped with the replacement window and installed with no issues. He was punctual and professional. I appreciate him taking on this small job. Especially since the trim around the window needed to be all taken apart in order to access the window. I live in Albany, my house is very old, and nothing is easy. I will be calling C&L again.
Description of Work: Broken window replacement.

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
$175

Response from C&L Handyman Services
It was a pleasure working for you. I look forward to working for you in the future.

Michael J.
10/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Carmen was professional and prompt. He came out to the house, did the estimates for free and worked with me to get the job done. I will hire him again.
Description of Work: Carmen came to my home to install two custom windows (and order them), fixed my gutters, replaced a kitchen faucet, repaired handles on a shower.

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
$880

Response from C&L Handyman Services
It was a pleasure doing work for you. Thank you for your review. I look forward to working for you in the future

Susan L.
08/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Carmen did a great job. I appreciate that he did additional work that needed attention and extras and kept it in budget. That part of my house is now prob the most solid of all. They worked right thru and did more than expected. They cleaned up all debris and made sure I was happy with the work. Will hire him again… he is honest, reliable, and professional.
Description of Work: Foundation 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
$800

Response from C&L Handyman Services
Thank you for your review. It was nice working for you. I look forward to working for you in the future.

Wanda F.
08/2017
5.0
decks, handyman service
  + 0 more
The weather was not cooperative, but Carm persisted until the job was done! It looks great and the new stairs he installed are terrific. The color is great, and I believe he helped us to save the deck from having to be replaced for a number of years. He was quite meticulous in doing the work. He kept in touch with us throughout the process, noting that he had to work around the weather. I appreciated that.
Description of Work: We needed deck refurbishment and restraining. It had to be power-washed first before he could do any of the 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
$975

Response from C&L Handyman Services
It was a pleasure doing business with you! Thank you

David A B.
07/2017
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I needed to rent a 20 yard dumpster. It took two people four hours to complete the removal.
Description of Work: Removal of above ground pool and large wooden deck.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$900

Marianne D.
05/2017
5.0
ceramic tile, handyman service, lighting
  + 1 more
Good One of the jobs was putting up tile in my bathroom, and he did an excellent job. He is coming to my home again this weekend to do a few more small jobs.
Description of Work: About 3 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
$225

Wanda W.
04/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Done quickly and well, even though the posts were cemented into the ground.
Description of Work: Old chain link fencing removed

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 C&L Handyman Services
Thank you for your review. We look forward to working with you again in the future.

Teresa B.
09/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Excellent. They arrived exactly when they promised. Work was performed quickly and looks great. Very professional.
Description of Work: Misc. repair work inside and outside the house: repairing door jams, hole in ceiling, replacing lattice around a porch, replacing light fixtures.

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

Contact information

518 708-3028, Albany, NY 12203


Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

No License Required for Trade
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Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Drywall,
Doors,
Plumbing,
Interior Painting,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Decks and Porches,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Exterior Painting,
Lighting,
Fencing,
Closets

FAQ

C&L Handyman Services is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

C&L Handyman Services accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, C&L Handyman Services offers free project estimates.
No, C&L Handyman Services does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, C&L Handyman Services does not offer a senior discount.
No, C&L Handyman Services does not offer emergency services.
Yes, C&L Handyman Services offers warranties.
C&L Handyman Services offers the following services: Handyman Services, Install Hardwood Floors, Lamenent Floors, Ceramic Tile. We Can Install Drywall, Paint, Install Light Fixtures, Outlets, Switches. Remodel Bathrooms, Remodel Kitchens, Remodel Homes. Assemble Sheds, Finish Basements, Replace Locks, Door Hardware, Kitchen Cabinet Hardware, Hang Pictures, Hang Mirrors, Install Kitchen Faucets, Garbage Disposals.

Contact information

518 708-3028, Albany, NY 12203


Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM