Dave’s Handyman Service is a family and Veteran owned and operated local business with over 15 years of industry experience. I opened Dave’s Handyman Service because I take pride in working with my hands and seeing the finished results for my customers. The reason I opened my own handyman service is because being a small company allows me to be at every job, give personal attention to my customers, and have the flexibility to adjust the scope of work based on my customer’s needs without needing to “bring it up the chain”. As a Veteran, I am a self-started and take pride in everything that I do for my customers. I am invested 100% in my customer’s success and happiness. When you hire me for your handyman needs, you are getting personal attention. I am not an hourly worker who moves from job to job, not caring about what happened yesterday. I care about each and every one of my customers. Angie’s List members can feel confident in hiring Dave’s Handyman Service because I treat your home as if it is my own. I am honest, thorough, and accurate in my estimates. I believe that Dave’s Handyman Service is a great company for Angie’s List Members because I am well known for my quality of work and respect of my customers’ homes. I would love the opportunity to partner with you and your home improvement needs.
Business highlights
24 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Bathroom and Kitchen remodeling painting, drywall, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, power washing, doors, caulking & sealing.
The above explanation provides the overall and complete details.
Description of Work: I called and left a detailed message to obtain an estimate for work on an empty house consisting of a tile floor and ceiling drywall. i did not receive a call back and phoned the following evening, reaching Dave and explaining that not only did I need work performed, but my daughter also needed a quote as well. I explained she lived very close by and he was agreeable to provide her a quote after mine. He scheduled an appointment for 5 PM Thursday evening, which essentially was the next day and the time he proposed. He was provided with two numbers to reach us, my cell phone and my daughter's home number. Approximately 3:00 PM my cellphone had an internal board go bad, and i knew he had the other number, so i continued to wait from 5:00 PM to 5:25 PM. I decided to leave him a note on the door, and drove to my daughter's house to call Dave. I got his answering machine to the home/business number and explained that I had been waiting at the address, the problem with the cell phone, and that he had my daughter's number. i was afraid that he was trying to call me or he was running late. i went back to the house requiring the work and waited about another 20 minutes. Again, I ran back to my daughter's and phoned again. No answer, only the machine. My daughter tried to call two more times because we were afraid that Dave was running late, and I would miss him. Approximately 6:30 PM, she phoned and Dave picked up. She explained that we had an appointment and he was very rude stating he left a message that he wasn't coming. He also said that because we called four times, he considered that a bad sign, and he wasn't going to do any work for us now! He hung up on her! All we were trying to do was make sure he wasn't inconvenienced because of the distance he would have to drive. Obviously, he was screening the calls to know how many times we called. He was very unprofessional and definitely did not present himself in a business-like manner! This is the rudest treatment I have ever experienced in this line of business.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from Dave's Handyman Service
I don't have the luxury of reading reports about customers. I don't know who is legit or a nightmare. I get one shot, a conversation, maybe two if I do an estimate in person. I make business decisions. This one was right. She failed to mention, to all of you reading, about the contractor she has already hired and paid up front, who may or may not return. I have decided not to work with this customer. I have to be careful. Once again, the customers who hire my company are satisfied. Those I don't work for, have a kniption fit.
michael L.
11/2011
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
The work was performed in a timely manner, professionally, and without problem. Dave and his helper were extremely courteous, cleaned up after their work, and were generally a pleasure to have in my home. I could not have been more pleased with the entire experience. I would highly recommend this service provider for any service. If he tells you he can do it, you can rely on him at his word.
Description of Work: Dave procured, painted and installed two stair rails and fortified another, and built and painted a base for a recliner..
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$225
Brenda H.
10/2011
1.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
Called and left a message asking for a time to get an estimate. Never heard back. They must not need my business.
Description of Work: Needed an interior room painted.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0
Response from Dave's Handyman Service
Sorry. Did not get message. I do need more business, especially interior with winter coming.
Glen W.
09/2011
5.0
doors, handyman service
+ 0 more
I'm really happy with the result. Over a year later... the door still works the way you expect it to... and there are for sure fewer drafts.
Description of Work: He reset the front door. Before it was difficult to latch, as the catch did not line up. He also caulked the entire assembly to seal out the weather.
Dave Williamson has done many home repairs for me over the past few years and I have always been very pleased with his work. He is also a very nice person.
Description of Work: Remove wall airconditioner and heater, drywall/repair wall, paint bedroom walls and ceiling, add crown molding, partial replacement of wood deck, fix running toilet, replace programmable thermostat, recaulk and seal shower tile, remove ceiling fan and replace with new lighting fixture, remove door and install new door in garage
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Patricia L.
08/2011
5.0
drywall, handyman service
+ 0 more
He called to reschedule and called when he was late. He says he is a one man operation and will sometimes be late if while working on a job it takes longer than expected. He was neat and professional.
Description of Work: Dave was contacted to look at a window and a ceiling repair- about a 12" square hole the plumber had left. He could not do the window repair but did set up a time and day to do the ceiling repair. On that day, he called to say he would be late. He arrived and completed the repair. He was professional. I appreciate his honesty that he did not feel the window repair was something he could do. The repair looked good.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
Chris D.
08/2011
5.0
house painters, handyman service
+ 0 more
It went well. Dave was professional, easy to communicate with, was willing to go the extra mile on some random requests and did a good job. The project took over a week as he was working some other clients at the same time and he made sure to communicate as to when he'd be working on my house. I'd hire Dave again for any handywork I needed.
Description of Work: Painted house exterior including power washing, scraping, priming, putty&caulk.
He hasn't given us the quote yet. He has to look at the parts and see how much it is. He was very friendly, very knowledgeable, and very reliable. He talked about everything with me. He was great.
Description of Work: We used Dave's Handyman Service LLC/Dave Williamson to get a quote for a garage door replacement and some plumbing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Beatrice C.
07/2011
5.0
garage doors, plumbing
+ 0 more
He hasn't given us the quote yet. He has to look at the parts and see how much it is. He was very friendly, very knowledgeable, and very reliable. He talked about everything with me. He was great.
Description of Work: We used Dave's Handyman Service LLC/Dave Williamson to get a quote for a garage door replacement and some plumbing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Paul J.
07/2011
3.0
handyman service, contractors
+ 0 more
Good start then no follow-up with estimate.
Description of Work: Called for an estimate and the appointment was made. He was very thorough and helpful with ideas for tile flooring. He said he would mail an estimate in 2-3 days. NEVER arrived.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
responsiveness
4.0
Ann G.
06/2011
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting
+ 1 more
Very pleased with the work done and the price charged. Would use again.
Description of Work: Had the individual install lights and repair smoke alarm.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Jeannie D.
06/2011
5.0
interior painters, wallpaper removal
+ 0 more
We are very satisfied with the work done. He gathered information from us and then picked up the paint and primer. The downstairs bathroom walls were a mess. He was able to remove the wallpaper and then repair and paint the walls. An excellent job! We definitely will hire him again when we need work done.
Description of Work: He prepared and painted 3 rooms, downstairs and upstairs hallways. He removed wallpaper and painted a bathroom.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,300
Paul H.
05/2011
2.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
The initial estimate was wonderful! Dave was personable, knowledgeable and thorough. We dithered on paint colors and didn't request he do the work until 11 days after the estimate. We called him on a holiday and left a message. Much to our delight, Dave returned our call promptly. Unfortunately, that's when the trouble began. Sherwin-Williams (his requested paint) was having a sale that ended today. It was 30% off on paint so we bought some; enough for two of the five rooms we wanted to have painted. We told Dave that we would like to hire him to paint our house but that we would like a revised estimate based on the fact we would be supplying some of the paint. Oh. My. Gosh. Touched a nerve there! He angrily said that his price is his price and that he doesn’t negotiate, then HE HUNG UP ON US!
Description of Work: None. Couldn't get to "you're hired" before he hung up on me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
5.0
Response from Dave's Handyman Service
Seems as though folks who don't get perfect appointments or want to cut my price like to give f ratings. And the people who actually hire me give A ratings. I haven't worked for the member. I did the estimate for her who wanted the painting done the following week. I called four days later and was told they were waiting on other prices. They left a message for me over the weekend. Her husband said he wanted to supply paint and that my price (though, being the lowest of those gathered) was too high, and that I had to meet him in the middle to get the job. I don't negotiate pricing. Why? I quote same rates by hour and job across town. I don't inflate an estimate to casually reduce it when asked. The price quoted is the price expected to perform the work. This only changes if a customer adds additional work to the job. I thanked the member for their interest and said goodbye. I did not hang up on anyone. I wouldn't have worked for them after their request as their request to reduce my pricing was an insult to me.
Laura F.
05/2011
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
He does not work in the Germantown area and he called to let me know this.
Description of Work: Estimate for painting and drywall.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Robert B.
05/2011
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
Dave Williams from Dave’s Handyman Service LLC Company was prompt. He was on time. He did good work. I would definitely recommend him. I would use him again in the future.
Description of Work: I used Dave’s Handyman Service LLC Company about a week ago to drywall my garage.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
Cheryl N.
04/2011
5.0
drywall, fireplaces, handyman service, masonry
+ 2 more
Dave showed up for the estimate prior to the job which I thought was very reasonable compared to others I received. With his A rating on Angie's List, I decided to go with him. I'm certainly glad I did. You couldn't ask for more serious and professional handymen than Dave and his helper Ryan. The refacing was completed within 3 days, and it is stunning. I couldn't be happier. I highly recommend this guy, and I will definitely use him for any jobs I have in the future.
Description of Work: I have a floor to ceiling brick fireplace that I wanted refaced (upper half covered with drywall and the lower have with ceramic tiles).
Dave is very professional and prompt throughout the entire process. We set up an appointment for him to come and look at the job. At that time, he reviewed the shower and vanity top that I was going to order to ensure that it would work, as well as, made measurements to give me an estimate of the floor tile that I would need. Once I got and delivery date on the ordered items, Dave was very easy to get ahold of and we scheduled the work. Once scheduled, Dave and Ryan completed the work within the timeframe that they provided me. Dave provided me daily updates of the progress, as well. The finished install was a very high quality of work.
Description of Work: Dave's Handyman Service completed a bathroom upgrade that included: 1. Removal of existing shower, floor tile, carpet, and vanity top. 2. Installation of New Shower and Door. 3. Installation of glass accent tile and floor tile. 4. Repair of Drywall, Priming and Painting.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,983
Deborah B.
03/2011
5.0
lighting
+ -1 more
Work accomplished a little over in time than Dave expected but was not an issue with us. Cost of work done was the same as estimate.
Description of Work: Removed dated ceiling track lighting and replaced with single ceiling light; patched ceiling areas.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$190
James M.
03/2011
1.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Sent message mid-day Friday. No response as of end-of-day Saturday. First Angie's List experience. Disappointing.
Description of Work: No services received.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0
Response from Dave's Handyman Service
Brought my wife home from the Hospital Thursday Afternoon. Have been a bit preoccupied. Sorry our internet, fast food window world hasn't met all of your requirements. As I do this for a living to help to pay for our medical bills, I surely do appreciate your F report on this website. Thanks for your patience.
Aaron B.
03/2011
5.0
handyman service, interior painters, plumbing
+ 1 more
Dave and his crew were professional, and they did the work on-time and on-budget. They cleaned up after themselves when they were finished. From start to finish, the job took about three weeks - and the price was fair. The paint lines are sharp and clean. Some of the rooms needed a second coat of paint - I specified which rooms I wanted to have additional paint and Dave took care of it within the scheduled timeline (he charged for the extra coat of paint). Their tile work is very nice - I requested a diamond pattern in each room and it really looks great. I was having some problems ordering a custom counter top from Lowe's (Lowe's tried to charge me $2000 to install 20 linear feet of mid-grade laminate counter top). I had Dave do it for less than half of this price, and he helped me cut a custom chopping block for one end of the counter - I really appreciated this. Overall, I am satisfied with Dave's service, and I will use them again this spring for some additional work.
Description of Work: Dave's Handyman Service painted our living room, dining room, kitchen, bathrooms (2), upstairs bedroom and closets, and hallways (walls, ceilings, trim, and new outlets/switches in each room). They re-tiled the basement, kitchen, entry way, and lower bathroom. They installed new kitchen counter tops (laminate), and installed the kitchen sink, faucet, garbage disposal, and dishwasher. In each bathroom, they installed bathroom vanities, toilets, and typical bathroom fixtures. In the downstairs bathroom, they installed a new bathtub faucet and shower head.
Overall I was very satisfied with Dave's work and would use him again. He is trustworthy and you can count on an accurate and free estimate before he does anything. Being a perfectionist, I could find flaws in some of his work, but overall he is top notch and probably would have fixed the flaws if I had brought it up.
Description of Work: - Drywall patching and painting upstairs - Redid garage ceiling - Laid tile in both the Master and downstairs restrooms (including laying a sub-floor upstairs)
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
Bob T.
02/2011
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
When he answered the phone he said he was too busy to do this work right away. He had a deadline he had to meet and couldn?t make the deadline for my work.
Description of Work: I wanted to get an estimate from him to drywall the ceiling in my basement.
We have been satisfied with him. He seems to be very knowledgeable and knows what he is doing. He has been prompt. I do not have any reason not to call him back. He seems to be very professional. I think he might be a little expensive but I don?t have any other quote to compare him with.
Description of Work: I have used Dave's Handyman Service Llc/Dave Williamson once before and have reported about that. I used him again after that during last summer. My daughter has also used him. He replaced the toilet which was leaking and replaced some flooring. He also did some other little extra things around the bathroom.
Dave and his crew were FANTASTIC! We will definitely have him back to do some other things down the road. He was fair in pricing, expert in knowledge, quick with the work, and impeccable in his finished product. A real gem!
Description of Work: Interior Painting; exterior power wash; hedge removal; tree pruning; cleanout; sweeping; plumbing, electrical
This was the most professional person I've ever had in my home. Dave and his assistant Ryan were always on time and worked the whole time they were there. Dave would call if he was going to be delayed. He would discuss with me any oddities he found (and he found many as my house is 90 years old) and give me reasonable options. He was completely trustworthy in my house alone, while I ran errands or took care of personal business. His final bill was the estimate, plus any extras we discussed before he did the work. I will definitely call him when I save up for the other repairs I need done.
Description of Work: Put drywall on the ceiling in the basement. Removed old window ledge from 3 windows. Retrimmed around front door. Sanded old plaster wall in stairway to smooth it out. Primed and painted walls in stairway. Installed recessed light above shower.
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Service Categories
Handyman Services,
Interior Painting,
Drywall,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Plumbing,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Doors,
Electrical,
Ceramic Tile,
Ceiling Fans,
Lighting,
Unfinished Carpentry
FAQ
Dave's Handyman Service is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Dave's Handyman Service accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Dave's Handyman Service offers free project estimates.
Yes, Dave's Handyman Service offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Dave's Handyman Service does not offer a senior discount.
No, Dave's Handyman Service does not offer emergency services.
No, Dave's Handyman Service does not offer warranties.
Dave's Handyman Service offers the following services: Bathroom and Kitchen remodeling painting, drywall, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, power washing, doors, caulking & sealing.