Jim the Handyman

Handyman Services, Doors, Drywall,

This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ stars throughout their time with Angi.

About us

Jim The Handyman is a family run handyman business established in 1984 in Northern Virginia. We offer a wide range of services and free estimates, so we can get your home to-do list checked off, and your house in tip top shape! Jim The Handyman specializes in the home improvement and repair industry with our core competencies being carpentry, drywall, door installation and repair, screen and window repair, tiling and tile repair, caulking, painting, pressure washing, furniture repair and assembly, light bulb and filter replacement, odd jobs, and small jobs. We pride ourselves on our quality work, cleanliness, and trustworthy service. We’re licensed and insured, and have references on hand for your peace of mind. Give us a call so we can get your house in tip-top shape!

Business highlights

41 years of trusted experience
Se Habla Español
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

Carpentry, Caulking, Door Repair & Installation, Drywall Repair, Furniture Repair & Assembly, Furnace & AC Filter Replacement, Painting (Interior & Exterior), Door & Window Re-screening, Tiling & Tile Repair, Sliding Door Roller Repair, Screen & Storm Door Repair, Window Glass Repair, Pressure Washing, Window Treatment Installation (Curtain Rods, etc.), Light Bulb Replacement, Misc. & Odd Jobs

Services we don't offer

Wood flooring installation, Bathroom and kitchen remodeling, Electrical work, Plumbing work, Roofing, Remodeling

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.8510 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
88%
4
5%
3
3%
2
2%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 26-50 of 510 reviews

Gloria S.
06/2021
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Jim the Handyman did an excellent job and help me discover other places that needed repair not accessible from the ground level. All the repairs were made at an affordable price. I will certainly use them again as need arises.
Description of Work: I needed repair of rotten wood around the gutters and window.

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

Jennifer G.
04/2021
5.0
custom cabinets, handyman service
  + 0 more
I had very limited availability & scheduling was very easy. Carlos showed up early & made quick work of the new blind installation. I’d definitely use this company again.
Description of Work: Helping hang new blinds

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
$100

Michael H.
03/2021
5.0
drywall
  + -1 more
Jim the Handyman was able to get someone out to provide an estimate which was extremely reasonable and then they scheduled someone to come out the next day. The work was done magnificently and we were able to get our painting project done that weekend. So thankful for this team!
Description of Work: We had a large crack in our ceiling that needed to be addressed before we could finish a DIY painting project that we had already started. Our home was in shambles and we needed help fast.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Jessica B.
11/2020
5.0
custom cabinets, handyman service, doors
  + 1 more
Very well. I had 2 different guys. The first one (too bad I can't remember his name but he was great) fixed the bedroom door and the closet door. Professional, friendly, neat, and the repairs looked good. The second guy, Franco, re-caulked 2 showers, and installed a house number and a water hose hanger on a brick wall. He was on time, professional, neat, checked with me to make sure he understood exactly what I wanted, did a great job.
Description of Work: Repair bedroom door and closet door, re-caulk bathroom, clean outside vent, install house number etc..

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
$700

Amy S.
11/2020
5.0
contractors, handyman service, house painters, doors
  + 2 more
We have used Jim the Handyman several times over the years - they have always completed their work properly, on time and on budget. I thought I needed new slider doors, and they told me they could swap out the wheels which worked well. They also repaired our attic/roofline where some squirrels had chewed through and you can't even tell where it happened. We will continue to use them for projects large and small.
Description of Work: Repair and repaint roof facia, fix old sliding 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
$500

James B.
10/2020
4.0
decks, handyman service, house painters
  + 1 more
The work done was very good. We went back and forth over whether to install a vinyl or wood railing, finally settling on wood. I asked them to match what was existing on my porch. The handrail matched well, but the balusters were made from a lower grade wood with visible knots and defects, where the existing was clear pine. The handiwork on the railing was excellent. It is too bad they didn't spend a few more dollars on materials. The painting was good, although they failed to fill in dings and nail holes on my existing porch. Again, how much time does that take to go from a good job to an excellent job? After I wrote the above, someone came out from JTH to apply putty to the defects in the balusters and fill in the holes on the existing porch, then he re-painted. He was most kind about making it right. I pointed out to him that the painters painted around things on the porch that could have been easily removed, meaning some paint got on the door knocker and on the natural brick face of the house. There was also some spillage that I noticed after the job was done. We would not use them again for a painting job; we might consider for carpentry.
Description of Work: Repair outdoor railing. Paint front and back porches

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Amy B.
10/2020
5.0
custom cabinets, handyman service
  + 0 more
I have been raving about Jim the Handyman to all of my friends and family! I desperately needed my master bathroom shower corners and around the pan re-caulked. I also needed new peel and stick tile laid in my guest bathroom where I had builder grade 1990s vinyl tile. Jim the Handyman did an estimate with a reasonable price. The installer showed up on time, was friendly, professional, worked hard and did a beautiful job on both things. I will be using them again for other jobs. It is hard to find a good handyman, especially one who will do the smaller jobs and be reasonably priced. I highly recommend them. Give them a call!!
Description of Work: Shower Re-Caulking and Peel and Stick Bathroom Tile Install
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

FARRUKH H.
09/2020
5.0
custom cabinets, doors
  + 0 more
This is the second time I am using their services. Neal did an amazing job. He was on time, professional and courteous. He answered all my questions. I am very pleased with the work done. He also addressed and fixed an additional small gap next to the seal. The company was very flexible in working with me to setup an earlier appointment by putting me on a wait list for a confirmation.
Description of Work: Door bottoms seal replaced on two 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
$130

Fred E.
09/2020
5.0
custom cabinets, handyman service, screen repair, house painters, doors
  + 3 more
All aspects were handled to perfection. Both representatives were efficient and polite. Can recommend without reserve.
Description of Work: Paint recent exterior parging with primer and main coat; replace interior door handle; replace fly screen in 5 doors; replace exhaust vent

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
$1,500

Ricky Y.
09/2020
2.0
woodworking, interior painters
  + 0 more
We had 3 different crews from Jim's perform work on our house. 1 crew performed mostly carpentry work (interior base trim and a wood ship lap wall) and provided very high quality work. 1 crew painted in the nursery and did not put protection over our windows and got paint on our blinds that had been installed 3 days earlier. 1 crew painted our bathroom and did not put protection down and we had tiny paint specs all over our toilet / sink / shower. Additionally it appeared only 1 coat of paint with no primer was done since the old blue paint showed through the new paint in over 30 locations (the bathroom is 5' x 5'). Jim paid to replace our blinds and have the bathroom cleaned, but even when they sent the painter back out to repaint the bathroom there were paint spots on the toilet and sink again from them painting. At that point it was not worth further arguing and we were glad just to have the work done. I would recommend Jim for carpentry work based on my experiences, but I would not recommend them for any painting work. Go to an actual painter for that.
Description of Work: Interior trim work, shiplap wall and painting

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

$3,200

Kym H.
09/2020
5.0
contractors, house painters
  + 0 more
The project went very well and I would recommend Jim the Handyman for any of a homeowner's maintenance projects. The crew arrived on time, did the work expected and the work performed was excellent in quality and price. I was given a $200 discount off the price quoted as I painted a door that had been included in the estimate. This is not the first time I used this contractor and will use them again for other home projects that I am unable to do myself. They are an A+ contractor.
Description of Work: Exterior painting of house trim and replacement of rotted wood

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
$2,000

Susan H.
08/2020
5.0
drywall, electrician, handyman service
  + 1 more
They came on time and got the job done.
Description of Work: Several areas of drywall repair, thermostat replacement.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$850

Traci K.
07/2020
5.0
custom cabinets, drywall
  + 0 more
Great - flexible as work needed to change, quick, friendly.
Description of Work: Drywall repair, porch repair
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Paul C.
07/2020
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
He did a nice job and was upfront with his pricing when he had to do extra tasks and also did excellent work.
Description of Work: Installed blinds I purchased online.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140

Barbara T.
07/2020
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
  + 0 more
Excellent. The workers did beautiful work. They were on time, worked quickly and cleaned up immaculately. Above expectations.
Description of Work: baseboard and crown moulding; exterior mailbox and post replacement.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

W Edward B.
07/2020
5.0
custom cabinets, insulation
  + 0 more
Perfect. It took a little while to arrange an appointment, but the schedulers kept in close contact while this was worked out. The handyman arrived on schedule and completed the work cleanly, cheerfully and quickly. It was a
Description of Work: Install soray foam insulation in HVAC duct where it ebterd attic.

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
$100

Btad T.
05/2020
1.0
plastering, interior painters
  + 0 more
Staff quoted, scheduled, we soent tons of money in paint, staff showed up and said they didn’t like the amount of time quoted for job and would deliver satisfactory work for the amount in contract and just drove away. Attempts to contact owners fruitless
Description of Work: Extensive painting

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Catherine T.
05/2020
5.0
woodworking
  + -1 more
Everything went very well. The cost included an additional (unexpected) $100 in supplies but the rails look great. The estimate seemed very thorough, so the additional cost caught me off guard, considering someone came out to view job before the estimate and the additional cost came into play before the techs arrived to complete the work.
Description of Work: Built/Installed Handrails

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

Tim G.
04/2020
5.0
doors
  + -1 more
My experience with Jim the Handyman was great from start to finish. They responded to my initial inquiry promptly, sent someone to thoroughly assess the necessary work, and then met and exceeded my expectations when completing the work. I needed several repairs to set of French doors. One company wanted to replace the entire door set for $3500. Jim the Handyman did only the necessary work for $285. I appreciated not only the quality of the work, but the honesty about what was required. I'll now use Jim the Handyman for a variety of projects around the house when they come up. Kudos!
Description of Work: Door repair

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

robert H.
04/2020
5.0
replacement windows
  + -1 more
Igor did an excellent job repairing a number of rotted window frames. Very conscientious & thorough. I would highly recommend Jim the Handyman.
Description of Work: Window wood rot repair

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
$1,030

Cathy W.
03/2020
5.0
drywall, handyman service
  + 0 more
The job went well. I will definitely hire them, and ask for Mario for my next home repair. He was very efficient, and a very nice man.
Description of Work: I had several small jobs that needed doing: bathroom caulking, drywall repair, small siding repair and placing a tarp on my shed's roof. Mario showed up on time, and got right to work. He was very nice, and very thorough. While he was on the roof fixing a piece of siding, he showed me how he can fix my rain gutters also. He showed me the exact materials we'd need and how he would do the job.I intend to followup with that recommendation, and will certainly ask for Mario again.

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
$410

Alysha D.
03/2020
1.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
A rep from the company came to take an estimate. Said it'd be a couple of days before I'd hear about an estimate. No estimate was ever sent. Tried to contact the company a week later. Left a message and no response.
Description of Work: Handyman projects

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


Amy S.
01/2020
5.0
closet systems, drywall, handyman service, deck cleaning, doors
  + 3 more
Hector and his son were absolutely FABULOUS! They really went above and beyond what I was expecting - fixed everything perfectly, had me inspect each area after work was completed, very friendly and professional workers. Hector is a drywall "artist". Very nice to have someone who knows how to do drywall the right way! I will definitely request Hector the next time we need services. A+++
Description of Work: A bunch of things - closet door repair, a major patch in the kitchen ceiling (BEAUTIFUL DRYWALL WORK!), rotten deck boards replaced, floor transitions repaired.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

B G.
01/2020
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Brian came out to figure out how we could change the configuration of our bed frame which did not conform to our new mattress. We spent tons of time figuring out how to re-configure the bolts that did not easily conform. (I was having back problems from the sagging mattress.) Brian was excellent in figuring out how to re-construct the frame and listened to all my concerns. When his assistant, Aaron, came at my request because the new King-size mattress could not be moved by one person, we were in business. Both men solved the problem with expertise and efficiency. It took longer than they expected (which I suspected it would), but the results were absolutely to my satisfaction! Brian, in particular, was awesome -- he knew exactly what was needed. I have been a past customer of Jim the Handyman and have been recommending them to friends. But this job put them at the head of my list of people to hire for a difficult job!
Description of Work: I had a strange problem. Our King bed frame did not fit our newly purchased mattress.

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
$270

Jennie K.
12/2019
5.0
drywall, handyman service, interior painters, doors
  + 2 more
Jim the Handyman and Mario were great. I had damaged plaster in the ceiling near my primary air register as well as chipped plaster on a wall in one of my bedrooms. Jim the Handyman was very prompt in responding to my inquiry, sent someone to do a free estimate the next business day (Black Friday), provided me an estimate very quickly, and was very responsive in scheduling the work. Mario was on time, knew his stuff, and incredibly helpful. He went above and beyond in repairing and re-painting, and the results were high quality. Everyone I have dealt with in the company has been very friendly. I would definitely recommend Jim the Handyman and Mario.
Description of Work: repairing damaged plaster and re-painting

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
$400

Contact information

2950 Chichester Ln, Fairfax, VA 22031

http://www.JimTheHandyman.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
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
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM


Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
2705159447
Trade License Locale
Virginia
Trade License Authority
Virginia: Contractors
Trade License Expiration
11/30/2026

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Doors,
Drywall,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Interior Painting,
Ceramic Tile,
Exterior Painting,
General Remodeling,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Windows,
Decks and Porches,
Deck Maintenance

FAQ

Jim the Handyman is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

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

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Jim the Handyman accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Jim the Handyman offers free project estimates.
Yes, Jim the Handyman offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Jim the Handyman does not offer a senior discount.
No, Jim the Handyman does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Jim the Handyman offers warranties.
Jim the Handyman offers the following services: Carpentry, Caulking, Door Repair & Installation, Drywall Repair, Furniture Repair & Assembly, Furnace & AC Filter Replacement, Painting (Interior & Exterior), Door & Window Re-screening, Tiling & Tile Repair, Sliding Door Roller Repair, Screen & Storm Door Repair, Window Glass Repair, Pressure Washing, Window Treatment Installation (Curtain Rods, etc.), Light Bulb Replacement, Misc. & Odd Jobs
Wood flooring installation, Bathroom and kitchen remodeling, Electrical work, Plumbing work, Roofing, Remodeling

Contact information

2950 Chichester Ln, Fairfax, VA 22031

http://www.JimTheHandyman.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
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
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM