Don't let the name fool you! We are more than reliable and we provide way more than just handyman services. We do everything from Ceramic Tile to Countertops and more. Reliable Handyman Services is a full service professional company. Licensed & Insured. A lead paint safe certified company and operating 3 work crews. Check out our website to see all that we are capable of. Thank you for your consideration.
Business highlights
20 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
HamdyWork
Carpentry
Plumbing
Doors
Windows
Tile
Cabinetry
Flooring (lVP )
Service was well performed. He offered reasonable solutions that met our needs and then completed the repairs.
Description of Work: Cut double front wooden doors to fit opening left after installation of wood flooring and trimmed out bathroom doorway around wood flooring.
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
$150
Response from Reliable Handyman Services Inc
I would like to thank this customer for leaving feedback.
KRISTIN S.
10/2012
5.0
handyman service, plumbing, replacement windows
 + 1 more
I appreciated receiving the estimate, confirmation and appointment reminders all through email. Leo arrived on time and was very professional. Unfortunately our leaking window problem is most likely a roof problem but he took the time to explain to me in detail what he thought the issue was. As a new homeowner I appreciated the education. He also caulked the windows for good measure. The faucet was also an easy fix and he again took the time to explain what the issue was. The experience was so smooth that I would definitely use them again for various projects around the house.
Description of Work: We had some leaking windows and a loose faucet. Leo caulked all of the windows and tightened the faucet.
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
$119
Response from Reliable Handyman Services Inc
I would like to thank this customer for leaving feedback.
Shira N.
10/2012
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
 + 0 more
I called Reliable Handyman Services yesterday evening and received a call back first thing this morning saying that they could come over within the hour. Leo called to confirm the appointment and arrived on time. We went through the materials I purchased prior to Leo arriving and then he quickly got to work. Within three hours, Leo had finished neatly installing the shelves and fixed our dining room table. The shelves look perfect and the table is now in one piece. We will definitely use Reliable Handyman Services in the future.
Description of Work: Leo installed shelving in our house.
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
$119
Response from Reliable Handyman Services Inc
I would like to thank this customer for leaving feedback.
Marthenia P.
09/2012
4.0
drywall
 + -1 more
I had planned to specifically have them work on my fence and paint but they said they couldn't that in the 2 hour time I had purchased. So I had them do drywall patching instead. He bath 2 holes in the bathroom, a few holes in the living room, and got my closet light to turn on. They were very professional and apologetic about the mix up with what can and cnanot be done with these big deal purchases.
Description of Work: Bought a Big Deal through Angie's List. I had a few minor holes in the drywall. I wanted them to paint a fence but they could not do that in 2 hours.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$89
Daniella S.
09/2012
5.0
handyman service, woodworking, doors
 + 1 more
What I thought would take 3 hours - took Mike just an hour - so initially I was a bit angry with myself for buying the 3 hour special cause Mike told me it was for "up to 3 hours" so I was basically paying $119 for 3 hours but using one only. Happy to report when I checked this by Joe Humli, the owner, he assured me that I would still be able to get 2 hours of service in the future at no cost to me. So I was most impressed and pleased! I highly recommend this company. I have had two different handymen here and both have been excellent, friendly and highly professional and skilled.
Description of Work: This is the second time I have hired Reliable Handyman and they were as great as the first time. I needed a few odd jobs done - a door put on its hinges and possibly shaved so that it would close snugly; remove bolts and screws from the previous owners of my condos; mount a towel rack; and help me hang a lot of art work. Mike the handyman could not have been more helpful and efficient. He called ahead of time and the owner of the company also keeps in touch to confirm appointments etc. Excellent service.
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
$119
Randall M.
09/2012
5.0
electrician, handyman service
 + 0 more
Rob troubleshot an electrical outlet that hasn't been working in ages...good thing, as it wasn't working because of a broken wire...a fire waiting to be let loose! He came back another time to add an electrical outlet in our powder room. Great job! Highly recommend for work. The only rating less than "A" was because we had a mixup in scheduling on the second visit. There was a change to early morning from 12:30pm that didn't get coordinated between the office and Rob the electrician. Rob called from his cell phone before each visit, however, to give status updates and estimated times of arrival. Overall a great job!
Description of Work: Troubleshoot an electrical outlet Install a new electrical outlet
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
$119
Paul S.
09/2012
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
The service provider does not service New Castle, DE
Description of Work: I purchased a work agreement with the company through Angies List. It turns out that this vendor does not service New Castle, Delaware. I was contacted by the service provider within hours to let me know they do not service my area. I then sent a message to Angies List who swiftly refunded my credit card. The whole thing could not have been easier and turned what I was expecting to be a big problem into nothing more than a non-issue.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
MARK T.
09/2012
5.0
electrician, handyman service, ceiling fans
 + 1 more
They were respectful, efficient, and courteous. I would use them again in the future.
Description of Work: Came to my house to do some general housework; replaced ceiling fans, doorbell, and a few other things.
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
$260
Gordon O.
08/2012
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting
 + 1 more
Great job and finished desired work within 3 hour time frame.
Description of Work: Replaced several ballasts for basement fluorescent light fixtures.Replaced light switches with CFL compatible dimmers.
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
$119
Sue C.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
 + 0 more
Overall, it was wonderful. The handyman did the jobs that I wanted plus an additional job. He worked quickly and professionally. I will definitely use this company again.
Description of Work: I needed two baby gates installed, and an air conditioner installed. I purchased the coupon for two hours of labor to have this done. The handyman was three hours late, because the job was assigned to someone else that did not show. The handyman who came, did so after another job. Once he came, he worked so quickly and professionally, I was able to get these jobs done and have a broken window repaired as well. The worker also gave me suggestions and advice for other work that I needed. I was very pleased.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
2.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$119
Kris H.
08/2012
4.0
drywall, handyman service, drain cleaning
 + 1 more
leo arrived and did the work in a timely manner. He did leave for 30 minutes or so. Leo was fast and professional. He knew his limits when it came to plumbing instead of making a mess of something just to get paid. He didn't go over the drywall as many times as he could have in the time given but he did lots of things and overall I was pleased.
Description of Work: Fixed drywall, installed toilet and fire alarm.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$175
Harold C.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service, plumbing, interior painters
 + 1 more
Leo was our "handyman" for two days. He was courteous, attentive and on time. He worked quietly and was very neat. He cleaned up the work area each day. Prior to beginning work, he reviewed what we wished to have done in the home and advised us of items that he would be buying in order to complete the tasks. When leaving the work area, he informed us that he was leaving, his purpose for leaving and approximate time he would be returning. Cost was fair ($119.00 for first three hours and $65.00 for each additional hour plus cost of supplies. Overall, we were very satisfied with his work and this company. We intend to use them for future projects.
Description of Work: Painted Kitchen and bathroom ceiling [inclusive of spakling and sanding walls/ceiling; grouting/caulking two bathrooms; fixed bathroom sink stopper and put up curtain rod in kitchen and shower rod in bathroom; hung several paintings up throughout the home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
Joel L.
08/2012
4.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
Job went well. They did the work and were prompt. The tenant was happy
Description of Work: Work on a rental house. Replace windows
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
drew C.
08/2012
1.0
doors
 + -1 more
I used RHS to install 6 interior doors recently. The experience went well, price was right, and they did a good job. I asked for an estimate for installing a prehung entry door and storm door. Over the phone I was told by Joe that he was familiar with the houses and gave me a verbal quote of 450. When the worker was here installing the interior doors he double checked the measurements for the entry door, standard 36x80. I went and purchased the doors, emailed RHS to schedule a date. When I heard back (promptly) I was given an estimate of 680 and given a list of a few available dates. I asked why the price jumped so much and was told they would need 2 people to install the door and are billing based off of 8 hours of labor but would prorate it if it took less time. At this point, the estimate was higher than the "big box" hardware stores that had already came out, but I knew they did decent work so said fine and scheduled for the 15th. I emailed Joe since I had not heard back on Tuesday to confirm we were set for today, he said they were shorthanded but trying to make it work.. then later admitted he had not seen my email saying the 15th was good. I scheduled for the 15th because I was set to leave for work on the 16th. I am now trying to find somebody else to come out, but it's nearly impossible to find someone who can come install a door TODAY. I now have to push off my trip, pay cancellation fees, miss work time.. lose a lot of money, because of this mistake. Bottom line is, if you want to use email as a preferred contact method, CHECK IT. I find it ridiculous that they said it would require 2 people to install the door, everyone I have spoke with today said it's an easy one man job and the highest quote I received was 350.
Description of Work: Install prehung entry door and storm door.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$680
Response from Reliable Handyman Services Inc
Installing a storm and entry door, in a stone opening with only minor complications will take a mechanic and helper 6 - 8 hrs. I am familiar with these houses and that is what it takes. ( so the cost would be between 450 and 680 ). This customer used our services before and even in his review stated that the work was preformed in a shorter amount of time than quoted and was given a prorated price. Unfortunatley i did not see his e mail requesting the 15 th as an install date but we did try very hard to accomadate this request. And why cancel a trip for a door install that could be installed when you returned? the existing is in perfect functioning condition.
Prabuddha G.
08/2012
2.0
electrician, handyman service, plumbing
 + 1 more
Plumbing experience is good. No Complains there. But their electrician was not competent, took too much time, and after 3 (or so ) weeks the attic fan stopped working again. ...aah..I went to my attic today..and the hot air there reminded me...a call is still pending from the contractor. As he said in the 'response'. May be it is time to spend more money..
Description of Work: I had used their service for plumbing and electric. For plumbing, no complains. He was good, knew his job, finished in 1 and half hours or so. Electrician took close to 5 hours to repair/replace an attic fan. In my opinion it is more than a attic fan replacement should take (including a trip to buy some parts) .But now it stopped working again. I have left a VM and waiting for their response. UPDATE: It is almost a week and there is no call from electrician. Waiting...
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$670
Response from Reliable Handyman Services Inc
Thank you for leaving feedback but what you forgot to mention was that we had 2 technicians service you at 7AM, troubleshooting the electric was very time consuming, the electric technician returned the 2nd day free of charge to make the final connections and insure everything was working properly. The attic fan itself was not replaced we replaced parts of the attic fan at the home owners request to keep costs down so obviously there is something else going on with this attic fan. The customer did leave a message at 4pm on 8-13-12 it is now 11am 8-14-12 the electric technician was informed at 6am of the problem and will be contacting customer shortly.
Leo called and came on time, actually a little earlier than expected. Was respectful and polite. Did odd jobs such as: mounting house numbers, a flag pole and bracket over the front door, removing an old back door light fixture, and installing a new one. Replacing light bulbs on a motion sensor light at the back door, securing legs to a dining room table,and spindles in a railing. Also, shaved off some wood on the bottom of a gate, so it is easier to open.The only negatives were the fact that he didn't have a tall ladder with him, and thankfully, I had one. I found this odd, since I had originally stated that one of the jobs I needed done was to mount the flag pole. He did apologize for this. Also, when fixing the dining room table leg, there was a bolt missing,and he didn't carry any extra supplies with him. One of the motion sensor lights still doesn't work, but since it was daylight when he replaced it, he said there was no way to check it until it was set to turn on at night time.Never having hired a handyman service before, I didn't know how much time each job would take. As a result, all jobs were done in a little over two hours, and I paid for three hours. Leo kept asking me,"what's next", but I couldn't think of anything else!Overall, it was a good experience, and I would hire them again.
Description of Work: Through Angies List "Big Deal", I purchased 3 hours of handyman service. Joe called me back promptly, reviewed the jobs I had in mind, and set up a date to have it done. The day before the agreed upon date, Joe emailed me to confirm the date and time, and also the person's name who would be coming.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$119
Kathleen M.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service, siding, replacement windows
 + 1 more
It went extremely well. I thought at first that they came without the appropriate tools to perform the work, but Leo was very resourceful and creative and got everything done to my satisfaction. I would definitely use their services again!
Description of Work: Minor siding repairs, window and door caulking, window flashing installation, other miscellaneous.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
Dawn P.
08/2012
1.0
electrician, plumbing, woodworking
 + 1 more
I have called them a few times to schedule an appointment and they never called me back.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for their Carpentry, Electrical or Plumbing Work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0
Response from Reliable Handyman Services Inc
This customer purchased Big Deal on 6-7-12, she contacted us on 8-6-12 we left a message with her on 8-7-12 at the number that was provided. She contacted us again on 8-8-12 saying she never heard from our company we responded 8-9-12 to a different number that was provided, customer then answered the phone and stated she had cancelled the Big Deal Purchase. We feel this is a little unfair as we made every attempt to contact this customer.
Doris B.
08/2012
1.0
handyman service, plumbing
 + 0 more
This is false advertisement! The company responded quickly, informing me that they do not service my area, 44th St and Chestnut in the 19104 area.Thinking there is a mistake, I called Joe Humli. He stated he would not serve an area West of the 30th St train station, since they have moved to North Philly. How can this be? On Angies List and their web site, they clearly indicate that they service 'Philadelphia'. When I checked addresses they served in the past, I found a location near mine and many others further West into Delaware County. Joe also suggested for me to contact Angie's List for a refund. This company should delineate exactly where they do/do not work, so as to prevent unnecessary time wasted by potential and frustrated customers and themselves!
Description of Work: A wasteline in my basement is leaking and needs to be fixed. When I saw this company with a "Big Deal" offer for $119.00 for 3 hrs worth of work, I purchased the Deal and sent a email to the provider to set up an appointment.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
$119
Response from Reliable Handyman Services Inc
Unfortunately there are areas of Philadelphia that we do no service since our move to Willow Grove.
Unfortunately the floor was a bit uneven and it was not possible to cut one of the doors on an exact right angle without creating big gaps. The handyman made a somewhat curved cut to compensate for the raised part of the floor. It was not exactly done "by the book", I might have preferred a straight cut along the bottom of the door, but ultimately it looked fine and accomplished the goal within the allotted time. Because it is on the bottom of the door it is really not easily detected.The apparently simple task of swapping light fixtures took a little longer than expected because the new fixture had to be adapted to my knob and tube wiring, but he figured it out and got the new fixture working. Altogether both projects were completed in just about exactly two hours and I was very satisfied with the service.
Description of Work: I purchased the "Big Deal" offer for two hours of handyman service. My project consisted of two parts: 1). Trimming down the bottoms of two wood doors which were sticking against a relatively new ceramic tile floor (i.e. light carpentry) 2). Swapping out a new ceiling light fixture with one that had a broken and irreplaceable globe.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$89
Audrey D.
08/2012
3.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
Arrived 1/2 hour earlier (8:00 AM). We asked when he left for supplies if it was part of the 3 hours, We were told that his time started when he left his home. He came back and fixed the leak and left @ 9:30 AM. He stated that his tiem was almost up. I feel cheated out of 1 1/2 hours. I had a double lock I wanted put on my door also, that I stated in my voice mail prior. I also e-mailed them on 3/29, never recieved a response.
Description of Work: Fixed leak in basement under toilet in kitchen
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0
$32
Response from Reliable Handyman Services Inc
The time for the package begins when we arrive on site. The time to the store is also included as part of the Handyman Service special. I checked my records and did not see an E mail from this customer. We will make contact for clarification. Again please don't wait 6 months to post something that requires attention, it is difficult for me to correct any issues. Thanks for reading.
Adam M.
08/2012
2.0
ceramic tile, handyman service, plumbing
 + 1 more
I was told over 6 weeks ago they would come and fix the problem, once they had found out about the wrong mixture. I was then unable to get a hold of them for the last 6 weeks. I finally got a hold of them, and now they are stating it will cost $119.00+ to fix the problem that was caused by their worker. They are stating the charge is for the man hours to fix the issue, which I should not be charged for since the issue arose because of one of their workers. The repair man has since come by and has done most of the work and he will be coming to do more soon.
Description of Work: I had them come and redo the tile in my bathroom. The grout was suppose to be black, but the person who did the job did not use the correct mixture causing white speckles to come up through the grout. There is also a loose tile that was not secured properly behind the toilet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
$696
Charles G.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service, plumbing
 + 0 more
Troy, who did the work, was extremely polite, friendly, and worked right through without taking breaks. Every task, he talked through options and suggestions for us. He even swung by the next day to drop off some extra cable covers from a different job that he thought we could use. We would definitely use this company again.
Description of Work: We ordered two three-hour packages to take care of several odds and ends. From re-caulking the bathtub to wall-mounting the television; re-anchoring a baby gate that had come loose to installing a new faucet in the kitchen.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
drew C.
07/2012
5.0
doors
 + -1 more
I called for an estimate to hang 6 interior doors. I was able to get an estimate over the phone (which was very reasonable to hang 6 doors.) and schedule the work to be done just 2 days later. This was great, very fast service at a great price. Frank was friendly and knew what he was doing. He got the 6 doors hung in less time than was projected and they look great. We will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: Installation of 6 hollow slab doors, 12 new hinges, 6 knobs.
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
$450
Monique G.
07/2012
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
1. He placed air conditioner in window. He informed that I was not to use long screws in window's ledge. The long screws could damage the glass. He removed a show rod that was about to collapse. Last , he secure a shelf over my bathroom toilet. 2. I'm having them return to renovate a shed and paint.
Description of Work: 1. Everything went well until worker got ready to saw rod in half on my hardwood floor. I caught him just in time. 2. This is my second review. I had some work done and I'm satisfied. I used the $119 deal and got a latch adjusted, 2 floor planks nails, a bathroom cabinet installed, and a light fixture spackled. The guy was and fast, neat, and efficient. Since the spackling was not on the list I was just charge $3.
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Service Categories
Handyman Services,
Plumbing,
Electrical,
Doors,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Drywall,
Interior Painting,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Ceramic Tile,
Ceiling Fans,
Windows,
Lighting
FAQ
Reliable Handyman Services Inc is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.
Monday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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