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Mr QuickFix

Handyman Services, Pressure Washing

About us

REPAIRING THINGS is the main focus of my business. I have been repairing things since early on, when in my father's business we often had to find quick solutions to broken and non-functioning things, especially when no repair help was close by. That's where I learned the basics of the many practical skills that allow me today to "quick-fix" a multitude of things. The "quick" stands for the fact that I work fast, yet never inaccurately or sloppy. I often come up with solutions where others don't, and I take special pride in doing nice, clean jobs. I also ALWAYS clean up after my job is finished (which is not necessarily very common...). I'm a friendly and respectful person and get very well along with people. Obviously, I have lots of excellent references to prove it. Home owners frequently leave me with a key to their house, so I can do work in their absence. Typically, I come by and take a look at the job(s) you have and then discuss the details with you and will then give you a general price idea. But normally I work strictly BY THE HOUR, and ONLY if a job picture is clear and definite enough, I may give you a firm price. (Please understand that in the home repair business there can be all kinds of unforeseen issues that often make it difficult to determine an exact price). I usually work all by myself, but in certain situations I may bring one or two other persons which are compatible with me - and your environment - in every respect. To cover my trip time, I charge $30 extra for my first work hour within a 12 mile radius from my home base. If my commute exceeds 12 miles, the trip charge will increase on a pro-rated scale. Please TEXT ME, or give me a call under 214-734-6293 or email me at quickfixjay@yahoo.com to discuss your home repair needs. I'm looking forward to meeting with you! Additional services: Full AC service by a licensed colleague. Minor plumbing: sinks, toilets, faucets, showers, food disposals, dishwashers. Tiles: wall & floor. Glass repair: windows, doors (single pane only), mirrors. Welding: gates, fences, railings. Power washing: walls, patios, driveways. Drywall installation & repair. Window caulking. Gutters: install, clean, repair, leaf guards.

Business highlights

39 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Carpentry: Shelves, Doors, Windows, Decks, Fences. -- Minor Electric: Wall Outlets, Switches, Wiring, Security & Yard Lights, Ceiling Fans, Electric Gates, Surveillance Cameras -- Minor Plumbing: Toilets, Sinks, Faucets, Water Heaters, Garbage Disposals, RO-Systems -- Drywall Repair & Installation --Gutter Repair & Inst. -- Leaf Guards --Window & Door Installation & Repair -- Glass Repair (Single Pane) -- Home Security Items -- Power Washing -- Welding -- Metal Working, Roofing, Flooring, Siding

Services we don't offer

Foundations, Insulation

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9375 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
96%
4
1%
3
1%
2
0%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 251-275 of 375 reviews

Ron G.
02/2014
5.0
doors, handyman service, lighting
  + 1 more
Jay came when he said he would, was very friendly and did excellent work on both projects. I could tell that he knew what he was doing and did it quickly. I will use him again on some bigger projects I have planned, I am confident he will do them well.
Description of Work: I only had two small jobs, fixing a door that would not close and installing a light in our attic.

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
$145

Sam H.
02/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Jay came on short notice and did a range of repairs. He worked quickly but with care, and was professional in every respect. Ill be glad to call on him again.
Description of Work: Re-attached vent, re-caulked shower, repaired door knobs

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
$130

Ana T.
01/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Jay was very personable and the quality of his work was top notch. I was so impressed with his craftsmanship that I started looking for more projects around the house. He is efficient, effective and pricing was very reasonable. Thanks Jay!
Description of Work: Various projects in our home

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
$200

Lily F.
01/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
All went exceptionally well. Jay provided updates on his work, showed up when he said he would and completed the job.
Description of Work: During the recent ice storm, my rental property in Dallas experienced 2 broken water pipes. The tenant was unable to find the water shut off valve. I called Jay to ask his help in locating and turning off the water. (I have used Jay and his skills to repair and fix several things at the property in the past (such as shifting doors and getting the property ready for rental) and have been very pleased with the work. Jay had a busy schedule but was able to squeeze us in and go by the house within the hour to start repairs. Jay assessed the situation and stated he could also do the pipe repair work. **This was a huge plus because good plumbers were also in demand due to the cold weather causing numerous burst pipes across the city.** Jay helped us out of a headache situation at a reasonable cost. I trust him and his work. It's great to be able to rely on him since I now live 6 hours from Dallas now.

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
$275

robert H.
01/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He does good work. He is very honest and personable. He is reasonably priced.
Description of Work: He replaced some blinds, he fixed a door and a gate, and he did some plumbing work for me. He also fixed sliding closet doors.

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

KATHERINE G.
01/2014
5.0
ceramic tile, handyman service
  + 0 more
Everything went very well. On both projects he was very detail oriented, the quality of the work was excellent., and the work area was left very clean. I think the cost was very reasonable for the amount of work done. I am very impressed with this service and will use him again in the future. I recommend Mr. Van Hulst very highly; I feel that I have found someone on can rely on.
Description of Work: Mr. Van Hulst did two different projects for me. One was to replace rotted wood under the kitchen sink. the other was to remove a wooden shoe rack from 2 closets and replace with tile.

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
$300

kiran L.
01/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
It was great if him to during the ice storm and fix my fence with an innovative solution.
Description of Work: Help during the ice storm

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mr QuickFix
This member called me with a most urgent request on a very cold day in December, with icy roads all around, to help him get his frozen-up sliding garage gate moving again. He was stuck inside with his 2 cars and could not go anywhere. I mentioned to him that I had not planned to be out on the roads this day, potentially endangering my health and vehicle. But I did it anyway and made a great effort to get the job done. The customer was extremely happy and said he would more than gladly express this in a review on this site. But he never did. I contacted him three times and very courteously reminded him of his previously so enthusiastic promise. I also mentioned to him that THIS is the way Angie's List actually works, i.e., that only via the faithful reports of other members he was able to find help from me. Obviously, he now considers this as being unprofessional! I'm truly amazed and feel dishonored in the big efforts I made for him on that cold winter day!

Kimberley J.
01/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Jay answered the phone on the 2nd ring and was most polite. He attempted to come to our house the same day as he knew were unable to use hot water. When he was unable to make it, he communicated such via text and made a plan to come the next morning. Jay took time after hours to call my husband and answer some questions. He was exactly on time and meticulous. He took time to ponder the best approach to cutting into the floor (we have a very old, wacky pier and beam house) and talked to me about the steps he was planning to make. This was our first Angie's List experience. We are most impressed.
Description of Work: Created a new crawl space in our floor so that we may access a hot water leak.

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

Mark K.
01/2014
5.0
doors, electrician, handyman service, plumbing
  + 2 more
Mr. Quick Fix lives up to his name. He was punctual, friendly, and competent. He carefully sized up each of our problems and announced about ach one, "I can do that." Then he did that,
Description of Work: Thanks to Jay van Hulst, our front door now closes completely our toilet flushes, some electrical wires in the back yard no longer hang too low, and the gate to the alley closes properly.

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
$210

Amanda S.
01/2014
5.0
gutter repair, handyman service
  + 0 more
Jay made some minor repairs to gutters and some other things around the house. All things that have been lingering for a long time and he did a nice job on the work. It was great to finally get those things done.
Description of Work: I used MR.QUICKFIX.

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
$200

Sonya H.
01/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Jay is real good at communication, which I appreciate since completely remodeling our 1977 townhouse I'm finding a lot that don't communicate well. So I was very happy with that, that and he was on time! Which is another issue I have with home improvement helpers. I may have under estimated the time/cost the job I needed done. I needed 10 light switches and 10 outlets changed from an ulgy cream color to white. In 1 and 1/2 hrs he was able to change 7 of the 10 light switch plates out (2 of them had 3 switches and 2 had 2 switches) and none of the outlets were done. I had to leave to meet my husband so I didn't get all the work done, but it was $110 for 1 1/2 hrs of work. I had hoped to get all of them done for about $100 in under 2 hrs. But this is my fault because I didn't know how long it takes to change them out and we hadn't talked price before hand. I do appreciate him coming over on time and at last minute notice. The ones that did get done look great and Jay is a good man, I would hire him again. I actually got business cards from him for my neighbors.
Description of Work: Changed out old cream colored light switches to new pretty white ones.

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
$110

Emily O.
12/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Wonderful service provider, highly recommend! Jay was responsive from booking through the actual service, always keeping us updated and apprised of his availability and what he was doing. The work was great, veryhigh quality and done in a timely and effective manner. Couldnt be more pleased with the service and will continue to call Jay with all of our handyman needs!
Description of Work: Caulked all windows and doors of our 2 story home, added additional wood and cover where necessary and filled holes in siding.

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
$340

Grant L.
12/2013
5.0
doors
  + -1 more
Jay helped us finish a front door project that had gone wrong. He was friendly and professional. I was very happy with his service. He definitely excels at small and unique repair jobs. I will use him again.
Description of Work: I used Mr.QuickFix

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
$250

Jason M.
12/2013
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
All the tasks we asked of him got done and in a timely manner. Only upset was we are a returning customer (had seen him 2 weeks before) and we increased his hourly rate without telling us. I feel that if we are loyal customers to you then you should at least have the courtesy to let us know if you are charging more.
Description of Work: Various items fixed around the house.

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

$150

Response from Mr QuickFix
I understand your position and am sorry you were displeased. But ask you to consider the following points: A. I did the previous job for you on November 11, which is precisely one month between the two jobs, not 14 days. B. I implemented a price increase as of December 1st, which I admit - and dealing with so many customers - I failed to mention to you. C. The main reason for my first-hour price increase was the driving distance and time factor involved in driving to and from your location, which is close to 18 miles either way and in total about a one hour commute between locations. D. As it states in my company profile, I charge extra for distances over 12 miles from my business location.

Harry J.
12/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Kitchen cabinets are over 40 years old. One drawer, which had more use then the others, had a couple parts that guides the drawer in and out of the drawer slot had broken off. The parts that were broken could not be replaced. The only solution was to replace the kitchen cabinets, or " jury rig" the drawer someway to make it work until we were ready to remodel the kitchen. I wasn't ready to remodel the kitchen, so contacted Mr. Quick Fix after reading reviews on Angie's list. He couldn't come out right away due to jobs he already had scheduled, but would contact me as soon as he could. Since it wasn't an emergency, I said that would be fine. A couple days into the recent ice storm, he called and asked if could he come out on the 9th of December. At 10:00 am he arrived, assessed the situation and advised that there wasn't any way he could fix the drawer since there wasn't any available parts due to the age of the cabinets, but he would try and fix so it could be put back into its slot. With a little thought, he came up with a solution and fixed it so the drawer could be used and eliminated the open slot in the cabinets. It may not be the best solution to the problem, which would be replacing all the cabinets, but he provided us a solution we could abide by and allow us the time to decide when we wanted to make the plunge to replace the kitchen cabinets. Jay also called a few days later to inquire if everything was working okey. I highly recommend Mr. Quick Fix and will use his services again.
Description of Work: Repaired broken kitchen cabinet drawer.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

Martha L.
11/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Mr Van Hulst listened to my explanations of the work I needed done and then followed through completely and thoroughly. He was prompt, efficient, and personable I have already called him to use his services again.
Description of Work: cleaned out completely overflowing gutters and fixed a roff water flow problem.

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
$275

Carol H.
11/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Jay Van Hulst (aka Mr. Quick Fix) was so nice about helping me replace these lights. We have very high ceilings and even with our tall ladder, I am unable to reach them. When I called and explained to him my dilemma, he didn't hesitate in telling me he'd be glad to help; in fact, since this was such a small thing, he said he'd work me in that very afternoon. I am so happy to have finally found someone who is willing to help me with things like this. Jay is a very nice gentleman and I highly recommend him!
Description of Work: Replaced three sets of fluorescent lights in laundry room, pantry, and garage.

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

Susie M.
11/2013
5.0
electrician, handyman service
  + 0 more
This is the first time i have used Angie's list or this provider, Mr.Quick fix. I cannot say enough great things about this provider. He was very good,on time,not over priced and very professional. I feel like I've struck gold! I will use him again and do recommend him highly
Description of Work: Replaced a light fixture in my dining room

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
$85

Stephanie B.
11/2013
5.0
handyman service, contractors
  + 0 more
We had a drawer in the kitchen that contained lots of silverware and cooking utensils suddenly drop down and become stuck and unusable. When I finally got the drawer out, I saw that both the bottom of the drawer was displaced and that one of the tracks it slides on was loose and bent. I felt a little silly calling someone about this problem, but since the integrity of the drawer was involved, I wanted to get it fixed right so this problem would not recur. We called John at Mr. QuickFix and were thrilled we did. He was working in our area and came to help us the day we called. He quickly diagnosed the problems and proposed better solutions than I had thought of. He was able to reinstall the sliding rails, and took great care to secure them where they would not separate from the cabinets again. He even took great care to get and use the correct length screws so they would not poke through into adjoining cabinets. As for the drawer bottom, he proposed an elegant solution that involved placing a wooden brace on the bottom of the drawer to securely hold the bottom in place while also providing extra support. He had the wood he needed with him and quickly measured, cut and installed this brace. The drawer is now better than it ever was. We are thrilled. While John was here, we also had him look at the frame on our sliding garbage can drawer which was loose. He carefully resecured all the tracks and realigned the insert. This was a great little bonus for us. John was a joy to work with. He is a true craftsman. John is of German heritage and brings a clear sense of old-style German craftsmanship to his work. Ours was a small job -- one he could have done with little attention. He didn't do that. He provided us with high quality fixes to even a small problem. He did all this within his one hour minimum fee (plus $2.00 for the wood he supplied). It was a bargain! We will definitely have John back the next time our house throws us some nasty little surprise.
Description of Work: Repaired a broken kitchen drawer bottom that was separating from the sides of the drawer; repaired a bent and loose drawer track; and repaired the framework and tracks on a sliding garbage can drawer.

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
$87

Response from Mr QuickFix
Thank you so much for your kind and positive report! I enjoyed working for you. I just would like to mention that, even though I truly feel honored by the name John, I'm still the same as before - Jay. :)

PAMELA R.
11/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Jay was very easy to contact by email and text. He worked with my schedule. Jay worked quickly but thoroughly and everything works and looks great. I'm very pleased I found him on Angie's List and will refer him to friends and clients. Thank you, Jay.
Description of Work: Jay fixed a motion detector on my porch, replaced 2 wall switches, replaced a fan switch, adjusted 2 doors so they would close and put weather stripping on my front door.

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
$103

Scott T.
11/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Jay did an outstanding job with a unique and challenging home renovation project. He is an exacting and thorough craftsman with multiple skills. I highly recommend his services.
Description of Work: Welding, sanding, finishing and installation of steel staircase handrails. Planing and installation of fireplace mantel.

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

rosemary R.
10/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Mr. QuickFix called to tell when to expect him, arrived promptly and worked fast and efficiently. He was very pleasant.
Description of Work: Installed electric bathroom heater, installed several electric outlets, and planed outside door so opens and closes easily.

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
$145

Ariel C.
10/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Mr. Quick Fix did a great job on fixing miscellaneous projects around the house.
Description of Work: miscellaneous projects

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
$1,300

April W.
10/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Jay is great to work with. This was my second time using his services. Friendly, easy to trust, does a good job on fixing whatever you need. He is very busy so sometimes it takes a bit to get an appointment, but I definitely will use him again for any home repair issues. He works hard and doesn't dawdle or waste time. And I like to learn how to do things myself and he is a willing teacher.
Description of Work: Installed blinds in my bedroom

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

A Compton B.
10/2013
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Jay is a masterful craftsman. Watching him work was joyful. He did what others simply could not do. Two of the doors had serious rot at the bottom and he was able to salvage what was good about the doors and repair the broken part.
Description of Work: Repaired four doors. Two of which needed extensive repair after rain damage.

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
$375

Contact information

Lakewood, Dallas, TX 75214


Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Licensing

State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Pressure Washing

FAQ

Mr QuickFix is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Mr QuickFix accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Mr QuickFix offers free project estimates.
No, Mr QuickFix does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Mr QuickFix does not offer a senior discount.
No, Mr QuickFix does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Mr QuickFix offers warranties.
Mr QuickFix offers the following services: Carpentry: Shelves, Doors, Windows, Decks, Fences. -- Minor Electric: Wall Outlets, Switches, Wiring, Security & Yard Lights, Ceiling Fans, Electric Gates, Surveillance Cameras -- Minor Plumbing: Toilets, Sinks, Faucets, Water Heaters, Garbage Disposals, RO-Systems -- Drywall Repair & Installation --Gutter Repair & Inst. -- Leaf Guards --Window & Door Installation & Repair -- Glass Repair (Single Pane) -- Home Security Items -- Power Washing -- Welding -- Metal Working, Roofing, Flooring, Siding
Foundations, Insulation

Contact information

Lakewood, Dallas, TX 75214


Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM