Arlington Home Service

We've used AHS a few times now and have had good experiences each time. They are not the cheapest service available but you can rest assured that the quality will be top notch. They can get booked up quickly however so try to get an estimate as early as you can to ensure the work can be done when you need it to be. In our latest case, Chris came out a couple of times based on a few different requests that we had but due to a family emergency we had to postpone. Once we called back, Chris was able to prioritize the work and fit us in within a couple of weeks. The fence looks great and clearly far more secure than it had been prior to that section coming down (the fence that came down was actually our neighbors which had been serving as ours as well). In addition to doing good work, Chris also went out of his way to send a sympathy card after hearing about one of our dogs passing away. It was very touching, clearly not part of what is expected from a handyman service, and I think indicates just how much character Chris (and thus his company) has. We will certainly be using AHS in the future!

Chris came over and checked out the situation with the toilet and we talked about what we wanted to do with the renovation for the bathroom. He came back to us, in a timely manner, with an estimate and timeline for the completed job. Chrisgave us some recommendations on where to buy tiles and fixtures, which we used and were very happy with the results. We agreed to the contract. Dan and Josh showed up for the demo work, which was completed in one day. They began rebuilding the sub floor, adding the new plywood and green board, roughed in the plumbing, and installed the green board for the walls. In the process of the reno we talked about some issues with humidity and recessed lights in the room and we decided to install the light in a hallway. Whenever there was an issue or problem that arouse, Dan was incredible in figuring out how to come up with the right solution. He and Josh always had cool heads and respected our space. They controlled the dust and debris so while the job was being completed we were always comfortable in our house. We are very happy with their work and will use them again in many projects we have in mind.

The service was excellent from beginning to end. It exceeded our expectations and I would highly recommend them to others.

From start to finish they were done in just a couple of weeks, everyday there was work going on and they were great about cleaning up at the end of each day. We ran into some issues with wiring not being up to code, but they handled those problems and kept us informed the whole time with progress reports. Things couldn't have gone smoother and they were right on time and on budget. Dan the project foreman, (who is also a master carpenter) and Josh his apprentice were just terrific and super easy to talk to and ask questions. That why we have nominated them for the page of happiness!

I contacted Chris (the owner) to ask his availability for a repair. He was able to fit me in quickly. Because of the many steps involved, including allowing the cinderblock to dry out, the process took about a week of a few hours a day. The best thing about working with AHS is that Chris is superb at communicating with his customers. Each day, I knew which craftsman would be coming to the house and when. Each day, the craftsman cleaned up before leaving. Each craftsman that he employs is top notch. Great experience.

The job went very well. There was a little delay in getting the doors, due to some confusion. They were a little sloppy in their size estimation. The man who did the installation was very thorough and polite. He did a quality job and cleaned up after himself.

installed an attic ladder system. Took a while to schedule and they showed up moderately late but kept in contact with me by phone. It was all completed in one day and was well done.

AHS displayed great professionalism and customer service throughout the entire process. Also, the job was completed in a timely fashion. We plan to use AHS for future projects.

They are home improvement contractors and they are really good guys. They are busy, so as far as responsiveness is concerned, they don’t come as fast as we wish they would but we would give them an A for responsiveness because they are good and they are busy. We would rate them highly and would use them again in the future.

We're getting our townhouse ready to sell so called AHS about some repairs around the house (carpet work, plumbing, replacing light fixtures, drywall repair). Chris came by the house and met with my husband about our job. He then sent us an estimate and we got on his schedule for a Friday. In between the time we got the estimate and the scheduled repairs, we had some changes to the jobs that needed done. Chris was completely flexible and just charged us for what they actually did (instead of what the estimate originally called for). On the day of, Chris and Dan showed up on time and I walked them through the house to review what needed done. Chris left Dan at the house and he was able to do most of the repairs on that day. I was home the whole time but don't think I needed to be. Dan came back Monday afternoon and finished the plumbing project and drywall repair. Then later that week when the weather was warmer, they painted a portion of our roof. They were very professional and easy to work with. Chris was very responsive through email and phone. I will definitely use them again in my new house. :)

We had several miscommunications, which resulted in the workers not showing up on time. They were very courteous and apologetic about it, but there always seemed to be a delay. Some of the work had to be redone, they did correct the situation. The prices were a bit on the high side.

Overall, the quality of the work was very good. Dan, the guy who did the work was always very professional and efficient and provided what I thought was good advice when I asked him about other projects. When finishing the closet off I thought it would just involve some drywall but Dan talked to me about fixing some squeaking that was going on in the stairs as a result of them having not been put in as well as they could have been. He adjusted what he was doing to stop the squeaking, which was obviously above expectations but much appreciated! There were issues getting things scheduled but the owner was out of town at the time so wasn't as easy to reach, and while a bit frustrating, everything did eventually get worked out. Because of the scheduling issue though what we thought was going to be an easy day job ended up taking parts of 3 different days. In the end, I would certainly hire them again due to the quality of the work above all else. We did receive quotes on a few other projects but having done so much work during this time (we had just bought the house) we now need some time to save up for the rest of the projects. AHS will certainly be on our short list in the future however.

It was excellent work and a very positive experience. We will use them again.

From the beginning of the project to it's completion, Chris, Dan, Brandon, and Jason were amazing. I'm convinced these guys can do anything. Chris met with me at the beginning of the project to listen to my plans for my kitchen, give me some suggestions, and provide me with an estimate (which he completely honored). After I had ordered all of my cabinets and appliances, Brandon and Jason removed the walls and installed the hardwood flooring. Dan and Jason installed the support beams. Dan then did the electrical work, installed the cabinets and appliances, and completed the HVAC work. From start to finish, a kitchen remodeling in 3 weeks. It's hard to find a contracting team that you can trust, works well together, and really cares about doing a quality job. I've got several projects coming up (tile and backsplash work, attic stairs and flooring, etc.) and will be using these guys for those as well. A first class group.

We asked Arlington Home Service to replace a door that we had, as well as patch a hole in our garage ceiling. The man giving the estimate underestimated the complexity of the job, and didn't send the handyman out with the materials needed. The handy man had to come back a second time to do the job the right way. In the end, the door was installed, but the frame around it was not painted (which we had not been told beforehand). He never fixed the hole in the garage ceiling (we were able to take that out of the price) - again we were not told that before hand. We had not been asked about what to do with the old door and frame - we were told at the end that removing them was not in the estimate, so we were left with a big pile of junk to get rid of on our own. So after two visits, the door was installed, but the job wasn't completely finished, as we were still left with a frame to paint and trash to dispose of. Both of these things we would have been willing to pay for if asked.

I really liked them. In fact I have referred them to other people. They were very responsive and professional. I also liked that they are a local business. They were punctual. They were great with the after clean up. In fact they offered to put off the bill. The guy worked really hard on it and they offered to take it off which was really great. I would be calling them again because I have a whole list of things to be done. So we have to have a thing going. I will use their services again in the future.

Just purchased my first condo, and had a variety of handyman-style tasks I could have done myself, on which I did not want to spend the time. Arlington Home Service ("AHS") took care of all for me.... and I could not be more pleased with Chris, the business owner, and Dan, the service professional. AHS re-tracked and re-hung a sliding closet door that had been mangled by the previous owner, added an electrical outlet to my utility closet, changed around the light switches in my bedroom and bath, which the electrical contractors originally ordered incorrectly, and repaired a connection between a wall switch and an electrical outlet that had died. I had asked AHS to install a dimmer switch in the dining room, but when Dan got here, he showed me that there already was one... a discrete little sliding gadget that I had not noticed before. When he ran out to pick up some supplies he would need, he even came back with some incandescent light bulbs because the CFLs I had installed in the dining area would not work with the dimmer switch. It was such a nice touch, along with fast, clean, and courteous service -- and honesty! as Dan could have installed a new dimmer switch without me ever being the wiser -- that will make me an AHS client for as long as I live in this area. Will have AHS back soon to shelve my closets and do some light carpentry... and will refer them to all of my friends.

They were punctual and clean. I would hire them again. They seem to have a very realistic knowledge of what they can do. They are honest in telling me that they were not able to do certain things. And, they would recommend people to do those things.

These guys were great. I remember it was a really hot day outside. The exterior work they were doing had everyone steamy. All of the doors were removed and taken outside for sanding as well to reduce the debris inside. Everyone was courteous, professional, and even nice to my dog. The work was done quickly and I'm very happy with all results.

Overall fine, just need to be better about pricing...which was partly my fault also.

They came a month ago and then we went out of town so they haven't been back yet. The price seemed reasonable. They seemed reasonable and decent to work with.

The work is well done, the price is fair, the interaction cordial. When a few small items where not exactly as we wanted when the work was done, they quickly made each the way we wanted with no delay or added cost.

The company was very responsive and helpful. The installation went quickly and smoothly. When there was an unexpected issue with radio interference from a neighbor's remote control, they sent someone out quickly and he was able to diagnose and correct the problem. I was very happy with the company and the outcome.

Arlington Home Service did a great job!! The cabinet they created/modified looks like it was there from when the cabinets were first installed! It is such a pleasure having the microwave at the proper level (20" over the cooktop vs. 12") - it really opens up the space. Everything was completed within a reasonable amount of time and at the estimated price.

He gave me a complete estimate. I live in the historic district, and I have to have a window replaced before he can start his work. He is going to remodel my bathroom for me.