I am prepared to dive into any project your looking to have completed or have done. I do remodeling and handyman repairs or your honey list for your home or business. No repair to small. I have over 35 years of experience. I take great care in all I do. I am a hard working independent and no subcontractors are used. I always keep home owners up-to-date on repairs as it progresses. I have fair rates for top quality craftsmanship! Please visit the photos of previous work on my profile. I have received the Super Service Award from Angie's List in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and just awarded the award for 2019 as well. As you can see. I just was awarded the Super Award for 2021. I am a Honorably Discharged Army Veteran since 1978. I am insuranced and bonded. Our cell number is 423.458.2956 or 309 292 9606.
Business highlights
13 years of trusted experience
Veteran Owned & Operated
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Carpentry, Drywall, Electrical, Fencing, Flooring, Lighting, Painting and Tile and Complete Bathrooms and more! Just ask...
Services we don't offer
No Warranty on defective materials. Warranty on work only. Conditions apply to any and all warranties. Please ask for details, as it is based on the project. All warranties are noted on your invoice. There is NO WARRANITY at all if not noted on your invoice received. Any swearing, cursing, bullying or belittling me in correspondence to myself or the company voids any and all warranties promised.
Scuba Steve came out as soon as he wrapped up another job he was working on the same day I called. I loved the business name and the fact he's a Veteran definitely caught my eye originally in his bio. He was also highly rated on Angie's List. Steve was prompt and got right to work. He replaced the wax ring and the hardware (because I know the hardware was bad to begin with), he put the toilet and all it's components back together and cleaned up everything after he was done. I would highly recommend Steve's services.
Description of Work: I needed to have our leaking toilet fixed after I was too busy to complete the task. I had removed the toilet but with some difficulty because the my hardware was bad and I knew it needed a new wax ring.
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
jason O.
12/2016
5.0
ceramic tile, drywall, handyman service, plumbing, remodeling, woodworking, home remodeling
 + 5 more
Steve does World class work excellent craftsmanship . Steve is a perfectionist and that is the kind of person that you need when your most valuable possession your house in in there hands:) You can really tell he takes pride in his work and it shows in his attention to detail. His work was phenomenal and he made sure he took the time to get the job right which was a big plus... Bathroom looks awesome totally revamped and looking sharp. Hire this guy he does excellent work you will not regret it.
Description of Work: I had my bathroom sub floor around the toilet replaced because of water damage as well as a new tile floor installed as well as a new toilet and vanity.
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
$700
Janice T.
11/2016
3.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
It went ok. After he left though, I noticed both my door handles are crooked. I may be able to straighten them out.
Description of Work: He installed two storm doors.
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
$170
Response from Scuba Steve Premier Handyman and Remodeling Services
I did what I could with what they bought. They bought the cheapest screen doors available. You can't get high quality out of low quality items. No matter what you do and how good your work is. When some thing is of low quality you see it no matter how good you do installing it. In addition the house had metal trim in the door jambs and it that was installed wrong and I had to make many adjustments to the door jamb in order to make the screen door even work at all. Kind of surprised at this review as she said everything was fine when I left. The knobs must have moved after being used. I could not tighten done the handle without it stop working correctly. It was a poor quality item, but I did not want to make an issue. I just installed the doors I don't know why she said the door handles are crooked. If she would have called me I would have gladly went back and made any corrections needed. But at the time I was there everything checked out good and I was paid. I would always make any corrections to anything someone might bring to my attention either at the time I am at the house or even if it was missed. I always do what I can to make sure everything is right the first time, yet at times things are missed. If that were to happen I would gladly return to make things good! I
Bob K.
10/2016
5.0
handyman service, doors
 + 0 more
Steve, scheduled an appointment to come out and look over our door. On the day of the appointment he called and asked if he could come early. He arrived , worked hard and fixed up the door. His price was very reasonable. His work was very professional. We would use again for sure.
Description of Work: We had a pocket door that needed repair.
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
FRANK C.
09/2016
5.0
drywall, handyman service, doors
 + 1 more
Everything went extremely well. Steve is a workhorse who works at warp speed. He gets more done in two hours than most handymen would accomplish in a full day. Very knowledgeable and seems capable of fixing almost any home repair issue or project. Most professional, efficient and competent.
Description of Work: Laundry list of items Steve addressed included: Install/fix screen door closer Fix dry wall in garage Install parking assist for both cars in garage Make sliding glass door in family room work more smoothly Install new door latch in place of door knob in kitchen door to garage Install new smoke alarm Install window locks in back bedroom Install garage door open monitor Adjust old & new recliners
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
$100
Holly W.
09/2016
1.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
This guy is soooo weird. Came to the house and I showed him the jobs. Gives me all the specifications for the wood I need to buy for the shelving in my garage, which was like $300. Tells me the post I need to buy and the quicrete concrete. I buy it all and call him back. He gets angry instantly. Saw that in him from the beginning when he is in the phone with me screaming at one of his helpers in the background. Tells me he is booked out another 2 1/2 months and that he is gonna pass on the jobs unless I give him a deposit and unless I give him a third job that was a maybe when we talked. He's soooo weird. Try's telling me that when we were on the phone together the first time and he was yelling at someone in the background that I answered with a different name. What?? I am a professional and I am telling u DO NOT go there with him. The construction industry has lost a lot of good people, but this goes to show u that there are still some total weirdos out there.
Description of Work: Build shelving in my garage and install a new mailbox. Simple
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$500
Response from Scuba Steve Premier Handyman and Remodeling Services
Really? This gentleman, not a women as the Profile shows. So this must be her husband writing the review. I never spoke to any women. Anyway, so this guy calls me to drive way out to Caledonia. Then shows me the garage which needs drywall replace. I told him the price for the dry wall repair. Then he asks about the shelving and a mail box repair, adding it to the dry wall work. Trying to be nice I gave a reduced price for the two smaller jobs. Hopping I would be given to larger job which was replacing the dry wall. Yet the guy said he would need to get back to me. But instead, I never here back from the guy. But by the time he texted me, my schedule had been filled up into November. Which means I would now need to do the project in the outside elements (The winter cold). The shelving was in the garage. So that would put me in outside in the winter cold. Something I personally would avoid in the winter time. I would normally only accept work that would allows me to work on the inside of the homes. In addition to that this guys says he bought the wood and it was already sitting in the garage. Yet, he never called me before hand to check if I would be interested in taking the project at a reduced amount of work before hand. Well if you buy wood and allow it to sit on the cement for 2 months. It gets warped! Which means I would have a very hard time working with the wood and making the shelves straight. It is not a good idea to buy wood and allow it to sit outside like that. So I tried to tell the guy I no longer was interested in the project because one, I did not want to work outside in the cold, and two I did not want the take only the building of shelving portion and mail box portion of the project. I am sorry he went out and bought the wood, but to miss represent my demeanor, saying I was yelling at my help and then make personal attacks, by calling me names on the phone and here in the review shows that I made the right choice by NOT taking on the project. In addition to this the job value was much larger when you add to dry wall repair work. The MAIN reason I was asked to come out and the main reason I decided to even go look at the project. But he removed that part of the project and failed to note that in the review. I guess the guy wanted to try to get me the do the work at the reduced rate when the rate given was a part of a larger quote. So because I did not want to work in the snow nor take the smaller project. The guy gets to say I am some weird and do not call me for any project. I say, look at my history of reviews. Sure I can not make everyone happy. However over all I do a great job at a fair price. I show up and complete the project on time or ahead of schedule any with in the budget given. It is too bad this person tried to change the scope of the work then expect me to still be interested in the project. Then put a review like this because they took to long to decide to move forward then blame me because I no longer was interested in the project.
The toughest job was the replacing of several areas of rot on the wooden siding around our house; I thought this would take most of his time. Steve removed the bad wood from all 3 areas, fitted new pieces in and primed everything in just a few hours. He then removed and replaced all 5 exterior lights around the house and replaced a faucet in a bathroom, to include fighting a frozen joint under the sink which had to be cut off and replaced. Steve was extremely professional and a pleasure to deal with. He had his college student son helping him on this day and they both worked very well together and finished the work and cleaned up all areas they had worked. There is no doubt that we will avail ourselves of his talents again.
Description of Work: We had the Handyman for 7 Hours special and had a list of a few items we thought he might get part way through to include carpentry, electrical and plumbing skills.
Steve showed up on time, was very professional, went out of his way to make sure I was happy with the work that he provided for me. He cleaned up after a days work, and he completed the job ahead of schedule.
Description of Work: Steve repaired water damage to a bedroom ceiling, two walls, and water damage to a corner ceiling in our dining room, replaced a ceiling fan, textured walls, ceiling and panted the bedroom.
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
$2,100
Dave E.
06/2016
5.0
siding, house painters
 + 0 more
Steve was very prompt in providing an estimate and in completing the work. Overall he did an excellent job. We had a 12 x 8 foot section of wood panel siding that was badly weather damaged. Steve matched the new siding material and paint perfectly. He replaced and painted the siding and surrounding trim in less than a day. The new siding looks perfect and matches the rest of the house exactly. Steve is professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable. He explained exactly what he would do before he started work. We also got estimates for two other contractors, but Steve seemed to be the most motivated to do this relatively small project, and he provided the most detail about the work that would be required. I will definitely call on Steve again for future projects.
Description of Work: Replaced and painted a section of wood exterior siding.
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
Beth H.
04/2016
5.0
handyman service, drywall
 + 0 more
Wonderfully! We will definitely have Steve do more work for us in the future.
Description of Work: Steve did work on our master bathroom in April 2016 after completing work for us in Fall 2015 repairing a large area of drywall where a large TV had been. Steve is extremely knowledgeable & skilled at construction & handyman jobs & does the work for a reasonable rate. He is professional & trustworthy.
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
$200
John H.
03/2016
5.0
wallpaper removal, interior painters, drywall
 + 1 more
The job went very well, Steve arrived on the date we had agreed., Took great care in covering cabinets, floor, etc. Steve is a professional in all that he did. Again, a great job. We will definitely have him back for more projects.
Description of Work: Steve removed wallpaper in kitchen, then repaired walls where needed. Primed, retextured (where needed) walls. Painted ceiling and walls. Two coats. Excellent workmanship !!!!!!!!
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
$900
Gary L.
03/2016
5.0
drywall, electrician, handyman service, lighting
 + 2 more
All problems were effectively solved within the time limits. He also installed a ceiling light fixture in a closet because there was a some extra time and that pleased my wife very much.
Description of Work: Patched an internal and external wall damage to my satisfaction. Diagnosed and serviced a few electrical issues.
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
$99
susan G.
11/2015
1.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
I called him, he called back right away. He said he would come out for estimate, never showed up.
Description of Work: nothing
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from Scuba Steve Premier Handyman and Remodeling Services
I apologize that we weren't able to confirm the appointment prior to me coming out to perform the service for you. When I'm booked out a few weeks in advance I always call to make sure that someone will be there when I arrive. When I didn't receive a call back I assumed that you no longer needed my services. I would very much like to work this out if you still need the work done. Please feel free to contact me. Thanks. Steve.
Paul C.
08/2015
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
Very well. He was on time and knew what he was doing. I would highly recommend Steve.
Description of Work: The deal was for 3 hours of handyman work. He did various things like putting up a light and installing a microhood.
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
$79
Michelle S.
08/2015
5.0
ceramic tile, flooring contractor, remodeling, handyman service, home remodeling
 + 3 more
I had used the $99 for 3 hours of handyman service and was so pleased with the work that was done that I decided to get a quote to remodel my bathroom. Steve came and measured the bathroom and went with me to the store to recommend parts and pick out the tub, countertop, etc so that it would all be correct. He gutted the whole bathroom and replaced floor that was rotted. I am very pleased with the bathroom. It took him less than a week. He was always on time (usually even a little early). I will definitely use him again. I highly recommend him.
Description of Work: Remodeled whole bathroom. Took out old tub, removed shower tiles, countertop, vanity, floor. Replaced all.
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
$1,500
Lora M.
08/2015
5.0
doors, house painters, handyman service, interior painters
 + 2 more
Initially, we purchased a door & frame. Steve determined when he came to install it that the frame wasn't needed and would require extra time and cost. He made measurements for the door alone and came back to install that. We'd forgotten to get an adjustable sweep, so he went with me to hardware store to get the right one. There were no additional charges for those extra efforts! He was courteous and good-humored throughout the process.
Description of Work: Replaced exterior door, installed new hardware, painted door inside/outside
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
$125
Michael H.
07/2015
5.0
home remodeling, lighting
 + 0 more
It went terrific. The worker was fine. He was efficient. He did what he said he would do in a timely manner. They left the area fine. I was surprised it didn't take too long.
Description of Work: Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom. Lighting. They replaced a kitchen faucet and kitchen ceiling light.
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
$99
nicholas P.
07/2015
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
Steve was on time and did the task extremely fast. He also cleaned the mess and put my things back the way they were when he came.
Description of Work: He installed a replacement garbage disposal.
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
$75
Sameena Z.
06/2015
5.0
doors, handyman service, interior painters
 + 1 more
Steve painted two bathrooms, changed some outdoor bulbs and repaired a bi-fold closet door. He was extremely punctual. He made sure to clean up as he went along as well as at the end of the job. I am pleased with the job.
Description of Work: Interior 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
$700
Jon H.
06/2015
5.0
remodeling, handyman service, home remodeling, lighting
 + 2 more
Very: professional, courteous, and thorough.
Description of Work: Installed 8 kitchen under cabinet lights.
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
$300
Kathy F.
06/2015
5.0
remodeling, handyman service, home remodeling, plumbing, replacement windows
 + 3 more
Steve was fast and cleaned up after himself. He carried the gas heater stove out to the curb for me. He ran to the hardware store to purchase some parts. All went well. He's very busy though and it took a few weeks before he was able to get here. Maybe wouldn't use if it was something that couldn't wait.
Description of Work: Steve put in a new bathroom faucet, fixed a leaky pipe, put new bolts in toilet tank, fixed a broken bracket for my kitchen drawer, removed an old ventless gas stove and set up a new one, replaced a window shade, and cut down 2 dead evergreens.
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
$100
Response from Scuba Steve Premier Handyman and Remodeling Services
Thanks you for the review. This Big Deal time was purchased in the busy season for me. Yes at times my schedule does get full and there is a wait time for the Big Deal services and other scheduled repairs, yet people being very happy with the quality of work received they are willing to wait for an opening with me. In the slower seasons I can arrange service on a sooner time schedule. I do not sub out any work. It is all done by myself and the help I bring with me.
Michelle S.
06/2015
5.0
remodeling, handyman service, home remodeling
 + 1 more
He was on time (a little early) looked at the jobs I needed done, went to Menards to get the parts I was missing and fixed everything quickly and cleaned it all up too. I got a quote for to remodel our bathroom and have already scheduled it with him. I definitely recommend Steve and will use him again.
Description of Work: He installed a new toilet, tightened a loose toilet and replaced an outside faucet that was leaking.
We chose to hire Steve for this project because he had already been to our home twice previously and done work for us. I got to know him and his work ethic. Steve is on time, and usually early, and he gets right to work wasting no time. During this project, Steve uncovered a gaping opening in the cold-air return duct, as well as electrical and plumbing problems that he addressed with me and immediately repaired. Steve also found two windows that had previously been covered over with drywall. One window had the bathroom ventilation fan venting right through the window (who does this?). Also glass was missing, and thus, replaced. He also offered to grind the window frames to make them look better. I've come to know Steve as a highly skilled tradesman who takes a lot of pride in the work he does. We were very happy with the finished project, and of course, can easily recommend Steve for your next project, with the exception of carpet installation, which he says is the only work he doesn't do. If we remain living in Rockford, we will continue to count on Steve for future projects. Please check back for pictures of the work done on this project, which I plan to post. (Angie's List uploading problem.) Will post when problem remedied on their end.
Description of Work: Essentially, we had to "unfinished" half our basement space and install a dividing wall to create a new living space. The newly unfinished space would become a much-needed, size-able storage space with roughed in plumbing for a future bathroom. Steve removed drywall from the ceiling, walls, and an outdated bathroom area. He also removed old bathroom fixtures plumbing and electrical. Steve built a dividing wall between the newly unfinished and existing finished space. During the project, Steve also repaired a broken kitchen sink drain, which necessitated installing new plumbing fixtures and PVC pipe. He capped off the shower and toilet drains and also capped one to two electrical boxes that were not capped per code. Steve also primed and painted the new wall. Steve also did the following additional work: he replaced glass panes in three three basement windows; he removed and re-caulked kitchen counter trim; replaced our kitchen faucet; re-hung a closet door; replaced four light covers in our master bedroom and bath; installed new house address numbers; and replaced our front storm door handle/lock and kick-plate. The cost of this project was for labor only. Steve's work excluded the cost of all materials and the cost of dumpster delivery and haul-away.
Steve was punctual and prepared to work. He replaced many of the outside light bulbs, even climbing on the roof. He repaired a loose gutter then moved inside. He reinstalled numerous loose towel bars. I will be calling him back to paint 2 bathrooms.
Description of Work: Replaced lightbulbs, fixed towel bars
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
$250
Nanci C.
05/2015
5.0
handyman service
 + -1 more
Steve arrived on time and did all the repair and assembly I needed in the allotted time; gave estimates for future jobs. Very professional and knowledgeable. Will hire in future for additional work.
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Service Categories
Handyman Services,
Electrical,
Plumbing,
Drywall,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
General Remodeling,
Interior Painting,
Ceramic Tile,
Lighting,
Doors,
Ceiling Fans,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking
FAQ
Scuba Steve Premier Handyman and Remodeling Services is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Scuba Steve Premier Handyman and Remodeling Services accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Scuba Steve Premier Handyman and Remodeling Services offers free project estimates.
No, Scuba Steve Premier Handyman and Remodeling Services does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Scuba Steve Premier Handyman and Remodeling Services offers a 10% senior discount.
Yes, Scuba Steve Premier Handyman and Remodeling Services offers emergency services.
Yes, Scuba Steve Premier Handyman and Remodeling Services offers warranties.
Scuba Steve Premier Handyman and Remodeling Services offers the following services: Carpentry, Drywall, Electrical, Fencing, Flooring, Lighting, Painting and Tile and Complete Bathrooms and more! Just ask...
No Warranty on defective materials. Warranty on work only. Conditions apply to any and all warranties. Please ask for details, as it is based on the project. All warranties are noted on your invoice. There is NO WARRANITY at all if not noted on your invoice received. Any swearing, cursing, bullying or belittling me in correspondence to myself or the company voids any and all warranties promised.