Shew Family Contracting is a family owned and operated business. Tom has been a log truck driver since 2010 and recently decided to pursue a more family friendly career. Tom is capable of almost any project around the house or outside. He and his wife Lindsey have grown up in the Springfield area and look forward to raising their twin boys here as well. This is a family that prides themselves on good honest work and they look forward to helping you.
"I truly appreciated the prompt response and follow through. Tommy was very knowledgeable, honest, and professional ."
Merilee A on November 2024
Shew Family Contracting is a family owned and operated business. Tom has been a log truck driver since 2010 and recently decided to pursue a more family friendly career. Tom is capable of almost any project around the house or outside. He and his wife Lindsey have grown up in the Springfield area and look forward to raising their twin boys here as well. This is a family that prides themselves on good honest work and they look forward to helping you.
"I truly appreciated the prompt response and follow through. Tommy was very knowledgeable, honest, and professional ."
Merilee A on November 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company with many years of lawn care experience. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We can also do fall or spring cleanups. We can easily set up weekly, biweekly or monthly visits to accommodate any schedule. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"After 3 of their tries, a tall gate they installed still pinches at the bottom & definitely will not auto close, as I required in the beginning. Despite my eventual supplying excellent hinges (& they never credited $$ back to me, for hinges they took back-- & am terribly confused about how they installed what I purchased, without even thinking how to secure, & without regard my expense, the furthest out screw is between boards & while I offered the bolts, pure wisdom says, at least, use some washers!! And the gate should've been trimmed at the top on one side -- so many others have commented "shabby work". & all say the gate should be redone & done right. They never did backfill the fence posts...I agree with another review...they say they know how to do the privacy fence right, then they fail to do so, or answer emails. They begin tasks well, then slow down to wks & now months passing. While I corrected a prior low rating, when they sent someone to correct...I now have to revert back!!!"
Dianne L on October 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company with many years of lawn care experience. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We can also do fall or spring cleanups. We can easily set up weekly, biweekly or monthly visits to accommodate any schedule. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"After 3 of their tries, a tall gate they installed still pinches at the bottom & definitely will not auto close, as I required in the beginning. Despite my eventual supplying excellent hinges (& they never credited $$ back to me, for hinges they took back-- & am terribly confused about how they installed what I purchased, without even thinking how to secure, & without regard my expense, the furthest out screw is between boards & while I offered the bolts, pure wisdom says, at least, use some washers!! And the gate should've been trimmed at the top on one side -- so many others have commented "shabby work". & all say the gate should be redone & done right. They never did backfill the fence posts...I agree with another review...they say they know how to do the privacy fence right, then they fail to do so, or answer emails. They begin tasks well, then slow down to wks & now months passing. While I corrected a prior low rating, when they sent someone to correct...I now have to revert back!!!"
Dianne L on October 2024
Planning designing, and building. Specializing in installation, maintenance and repairs. Competent in a wide range of skills in: Concrete Pouring and Repair Electrical Handyman Service Heating and Air Conditioning Landscaping Plumbing General Remodeling Roofing Chimney Repair Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Painting 805customprojects@gmail.com 805-286-6063
"Rain gutter repair and refinishing of facia board were well done, in a timely manner, by handyman Joseph. Good communication and timely completion."
John L on October 2024
Planning designing, and building. Specializing in installation, maintenance and repairs. Competent in a wide range of skills in: Concrete Pouring and Repair Electrical Handyman Service Heating and Air Conditioning Landscaping Plumbing General Remodeling Roofing Chimney Repair Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Painting 805customprojects@gmail.com 805-286-6063
"Rain gutter repair and refinishing of facia board were well done, in a timely manner, by handyman Joseph. Good communication and timely completion."
John L on October 2024
Water Sourcers is a pioneer in rainwater harvesting and an innovator in the landscape industry trade. We specialize in potable rainwater and passive rainwater harvesting systems and offer custom landscapes, edible & medicinal food-scapes, water conservation irrigation systems, water features and hard-scapes. http://watersourcers.com
"Great! Very nice, competent and reasonable. I love the end result. There is now water to all my beds and planters."
Andrea H on May 2024
Water Sourcers is a pioneer in rainwater harvesting and an innovator in the landscape industry trade. We specialize in potable rainwater and passive rainwater harvesting systems and offer custom landscapes, edible & medicinal food-scapes, water conservation irrigation systems, water features and hard-scapes. http://watersourcers.com
"Great! Very nice, competent and reasonable. I love the end result. There is now water to all my beds and planters."
Andrea H on May 2024
Elite Enclosures is a reputable residential contractor and handyman service located in the Greater Willamette-Valley. We specialize in custom enclosures, general handyman services, home improvements, outdoor solutions, and maintenance. Our mission is to provide exceptional craftsmanship and reliable service, ensuring customer satisfaction. With a focus on quality and attention to detail, we work closely with homeowners to bring their visions to life, enhancing the comfort and aesthetics of their homes. At Elite Enclosures, we are committed to making every project a success.
"It went really well. They were professional and clear on all work done."
Robert E on April 2025
Elite Enclosures is a reputable residential contractor and handyman service located in the Greater Willamette-Valley. We specialize in custom enclosures, general handyman services, home improvements, outdoor solutions, and maintenance. Our mission is to provide exceptional craftsmanship and reliable service, ensuring customer satisfaction. With a focus on quality and attention to detail, we work closely with homeowners to bring their visions to life, enhancing the comfort and aesthetics of their homes. At Elite Enclosures, we are committed to making every project a success.
"It went really well. They were professional and clear on all work done."
Robert E on April 2025
I take great pride in my experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that I provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is my mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of my customers, I take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. My reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. M-F 9-6
"Taylor's work is immaculate. He's my go-to, and will use his services in the future."
Megan B on March 2025
I take great pride in my experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that I provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is my mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of my customers, I take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. My reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. M-F 9-6
"Taylor's work is immaculate. He's my go-to, and will use his services in the future."
Megan B on March 2025
Ballard Construction is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 6 years of experience serving Sanford, and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"We used a couple times and planed to continue using them in the future, we're very happy with them!"
Levi W on March 2020
Ballard Construction is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 6 years of experience serving Sanford, and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"We used a couple times and planed to continue using them in the future, we're very happy with them!"
Levi W on March 2020
We are a locally owned and operated company with years of experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Brian replaced doors, trim and hung a barn door."
Brian K on March 2023
We are a locally owned and operated company with years of experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Brian replaced doors, trim and hung a barn door."
Brian K on March 2023
We are reliable and we do quality work. Has competitive pricing, been in business for 30 years and survived during the economy crash. Very resilient and steady. 10-5 mon-fri
"I REALLY appreciated that Gary the owner came out and looked at the project, listened to my vision, gave me recommendations, and took measurements at that visit. The crew showed up on time and cleaned up great when done. It took a few days just as expected and everyday I could not wait to get home and see the progress. They removed an out of control trumpet vine and an old waterfall feature (huge rocks). They removed sod, laid a lot of nice rock, and built me an awesome fence! I put in garden containers myself and followed advice form Gary, was very kind of him to make recommendations. Darcy in the office had her act together and invoicing was smooth."
Tammy Sue S on November 2022
We are reliable and we do quality work. Has competitive pricing, been in business for 30 years and survived during the economy crash. Very resilient and steady. 10-5 mon-fri
"I REALLY appreciated that Gary the owner came out and looked at the project, listened to my vision, gave me recommendations, and took measurements at that visit. The crew showed up on time and cleaned up great when done. It took a few days just as expected and everyday I could not wait to get home and see the progress. They removed an out of control trumpet vine and an old waterfall feature (huge rocks). They removed sod, laid a lot of nice rock, and built me an awesome fence! I put in garden containers myself and followed advice form Gary, was very kind of him to make recommendations. Darcy in the office had her act together and invoicing was smooth."
Tammy Sue S on November 2022
At Your Service Repairman is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. We hope too seeing you soon!
"Highly recommend. Professional, courteous and reasonably priced. Although I tipped too because he cleaned up after the job too! Diagnosed the problems with my dishwasher and while he was there looked at problem i was having with my clothes washer and fixed both perfectly! I've hired again and had him set up my above ground pool and heater/filter system. Can't say enough, 5 star service, thank you."
Julie O on February 2025
At Your Service Repairman is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. We hope too seeing you soon!
"Highly recommend. Professional, courteous and reasonably priced. Although I tipped too because he cleaned up after the job too! Diagnosed the problems with my dishwasher and while he was there looked at problem i was having with my clothes washer and fixed both perfectly! I've hired again and had him set up my above ground pool and heater/filter system. Can't say enough, 5 star service, thank you."
Julie O on February 2025
Installing an outdoor water fountain costs $2,700 on average, not including the cost of the unit. Prices range from $150 to $10,650, depending on your location, the type of fountain, size, and accessibility to the site. Self-contained fountains and water features recirculate the water within the unit. Depending on size and features like multi-tiered cascading bowls, they typically cost from $50 to $5,000. More elaborate fountains with waterfalls and ponds can cost from $450 to $10,000 or more.
The average cost to hire a handyman ranges from about $40 to $140 per hour. Average project cost ranges between $180 and $700, but the cost per hour and per project depends heavily on the type, size, and complexity of the project. The pro’s experience level and your location also factor into how much a handyman charges per hour or per project. You can also expect to pay higher rates or additional fees for emergency services, or around periods of high customer demand, like holidays.
You can choose several types of fountains to add to your backyard, ranging in size, number of basins, and special water features.
Check out the price ranges of common fountain types:
Birdbath fountains: $40 to $1,100
Cascading fountains: $40 to $2,000
Tiered fountains: $100 to $6,000
Kugel fountains: $150 to $5,000
Glass wall fountains: $100 to $3,000
Consider the pros and cons of installing a water fountain in your backyard:
Pros
Fountains can add beauty to your backyard.
Creates a relaxing space to enjoy in your yard.
Water features can add more value to your home.
Cons
Regular maintenance is necessary.
Upfront and maintenance costs can escalate quickly.
Space may not permit you to install the fountain you want.
Yes, you should hire a handyman who’s licensed, certified, and insured, if possible. States have different requirements for handyman licensing, registration, and certifications. If licensing is required in your area, you may pay more for a licensed handyman with experience than one who is not licensed or certified, but you’re likely to get a better end result for your project. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local handymen guidelines.