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
They were very good at getting here in timely manner and the cost was exactly what they said it would be. There were no surprises. I would recommended them to family & friends.
Description of Work: We had them do a bunch of odd jobs for us.
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
$350
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
LARRIETTE T.
11/2007
5.0
glass repair, handyman service, doors
+ 1 more
The contractor installed weatherstripping on my front and back doors and four windows. The estimate was $240.00 which included the materials. At my request, Kelly, the contractor, also removed the screen insert and installed the glass insert in the storm door for an additional $15. I am very satisfied with the work that was completed. The materials and the workmanship were excellent. I highly recommend this company even though the cost was higher than I expected for two and a half hours of work. Kelly was very friendly and professional and cleaned up when he finished the work. I have another appointment scheduled for some carpentry work with this contractor.
Description of Work: Installed weatherstripping to front and back doors and four windows.
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
$255
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review and we're so happy you are satisfied! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
MICHELE D G.
11/2007
5.0
closet systems, handyman service
+ 0 more
He arrived on time, performed the work efficiently, and charged the agreed upon estimate amount.
Description of Work: I had two closets repaired or doubly reinforced at the studs to insure that the closet shelves will not collapse under excessive weight of leather and suede clothes.
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
$305
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
JAMES M.
09/2007
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
They did a great job! Showed up as scheduled, worked diligently. They were very pleasant and respectful, and very competent. They cleaned up completely when done. This company is well run and they clearly care about pleasing their customers and doing a good job. We highly recommend them, and will use them again.
Description of Work: Removed wall-to-wall carpeting from 4 bedrooms, and several other small repair jobs involving carpentry and drywall.
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
$1,650
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
MERVINA S.
09/2007
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Jim responded promptly to a request for an estimate and the work was scheduled within 2 weeks. He arrived on time and completed the work as requested. I am very satisfied and would hire him again.
Description of Work: Jim replaced a window screen, hung a valance and 8 pictures and fixed a sliding door.
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
$245
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
STEVE B.
09/2007
4.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
It was a nice job that they did, but we had one problem where my wife didn t like the color of caulk they used around her sink. When I complained about it, he advised me to paint it. Then they didn t even caulk around the bathtub and they said they didn t agree to it. They only do what they say and nothing more, even if you are not happy. I didn't like their attitude toward our dissatisfaction. They do not have good customer service. I will not use them again because of their attitude. I also thought that it was going to be a guy named Jim doing the work and it turns out that that is the company name and they have a lot of handymen working for them, it is not a small company.
Description of Work: Jim the Handyman sent a handyman to caulk two bathrooms; they caulked around the sinks and toilets and one shower.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$415
Response from Jim the Handyman
We are sorry you had a negative experience, but we're afraid there was a mix-up, as we did not say the caulking could be painted, but could come back to fix it. However, when we received the call back with the complaint, you declined our offer to fix the caulk color. We do what we can to make our customers happy, and we thought the color we used was what you wanted. We provide free estimates to our customers that itemize the jobs we are doing, so if the job is not on the estimate, then we are not going to perform that job, nor charge for it. If a customer wants to add on an item, we can sometimes fit it in during their appointment, but if all else, we can always come back for another free estimate. We just need to know what jobs they want, as we can not provide free work. We hope you'll consider us for your next home project, as the overwhelming majority of our reviews over the past 30 years are top notch!
Kathy H.
08/2007
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Jim the Handyman service is great. Rosalind is very tactful and business like -- a quality I admire. She stated that her employees undergo a background check and are honest and reliable. I found the honesty and reliability to be true. Kevin and Martin knew what had to be done and were thorough and professional. They brought all the materials for the job and cleaned up as they worked. I liked that. I plan to call Jim the Handyman again for other projects. I also thought the price was reasonable for the work performed. Thanks Kevin and Martin.
Description of Work: My original contractor did a very poor job of installing my granite counter in the pass-through area between my kitchen and dining room. I requested and received a free estimate from Jim the Handyman service to repair the damage the contractor made to the walls and framework when installing granite to the pass-through countertop area.
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
$465
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
Nancy H.
08/2007
5.0
handyman service, doors
+ 0 more
Great. Jim came for both estimate and work when we were told he would come. Did a professional job.
Description of Work: Installed door closer, reattached crown molding and rehung a storm door.
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
$180
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
AKIVA L.
07/2007
5.0
gutter repair, handyman service, house painters, interior painters, doors
+ 3 more
Kevin came out and took a list and priced each element, the price was good, and the work was scheduled. When the tub that needed caulking turned out to be a considerably longer job that anticipated (because of a gap), and then some needed to be redone, the original price was stuck to. We were very happy with the work, and we added some additional odd jobs.
Description of Work: We had a number of odd jobs, including some interior painting, repainting our front door inside and out, caulking a tub and a shower, repairing and painting an external facia board under a gutter, replacing some interior ceiling tiles, and repairing and sealing a patio door frame after flooding from a heavy rain.
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
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
SHARON C.
06/2007
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
I called for an estimate and was given an appointment about 1 1/2 weeks out. Kelly was on time and was able to give the estimate before leaving. When I then called to schedule a time for the work to be completed, he was able to come back that Saturday. He was at the house about 4 1/2 hours. Very meticulous and conscientious. We had one project, fixing downspouts, that had been included in the estimate, but was not able to be completed due to incorrect materials. He explained in great detail what was wrong with the materials we had, which was very helpful.
Description of Work: We had a number of odd jobs, toilet seats replaced, double curtain rod hung, floor lock for sliding glass door installed, door knobs and latches fixed and front door adjusted.
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
$250
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
FRED C.
06/2007
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Kelly arrived to do the estimate on time, and work was scheduled promptly. He arrived to do the work on time at 11AM and completed it at 5:30PM. He worked steadily without any surprises or problems, cleaned up his mess, and we are delighted with the results.
Description of Work: Kelly Layton replaced a 7 ft. 2x6 that had wet-rot; re-caulked a gap with the siding, replaced 15 ft. and 4 ft. pieces of treated wood on deck, replaced front door threshold and bottom sweep. The threshold work was tricky, but he got it just right, giving us a perfect weather seal. All of the work was done to our complete satisfaction.
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
$600
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
DR FREDERICK M.
05/2007
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Their service is good, but I wish they couldn't have been a little faster in response.
Description of Work: They set up a new television stand and repositioned the old one.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$85
Response from Jim the Handyman
We're glad you are pleased with our service. If there was a delay in getting back to you, it should be noted we're closed on weekends and many holidays, so perhaps you called then. We try our best to get back to customers within 24 hours Monday-Friday however (holidays excluded). Please consider giving us a ring next time you have a home project!
ARRIVED AS PROMISED TO GIVE A FREE ESTIMATE OF THE WORK. SCHEDULED REPAIR AT MY CONVENIENCE, ARRIVED TO THE MINUTE ON THE DAY OF THE WORK. HAD ALL SUPPLIES HE NEEDED. WORKED QUICKLY, NEATLY, AND CLEANED UP AFTER. PRICE WAS AS QUOTED. THE JOB WAS VERY WELL DONE. WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Description of Work: REPLACED THE WHEELS ON AN OLD SLIDING DOOR; REPLACED, PATCH AND PAINTED TWO CEILING WATER DAMAGED AREAS.
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
$400
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
ARIANE D.
03/2007
4.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
The assistant came out and did most everything right. The assistant was running late for his next appointment and he installed a rack upside down. I noticed it as he was leaving, and ran out to tell him. He came back and installed it correctly. About a month later, the rack ended up falling down. Jim came out to do some other things, and his work was good as well. Besides the rack falling, all of their other work was good.
Description of Work: I had him do a quite a bit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We're sorry about the rack, but we're glad we could fix it to your satisfaction. We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
PATRICIA F.
02/2007
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Kelly arrived on time, gave me both a cost estimate and time estimate before beginning to work. The door problems were fixed quickly. I'm amazed at how easily my front door now locks and unlocks. He spent most of his time repairing two holes in the drywall in my walk out basement area. The holes were cut by a plumber looking for a leak that turned out to be non existent (but this isn't about that plumber). Kelly's work on the drywall was meticulous and painstaking. He carefully prepared and protected the surrounding area. When he was finished there was not a speck of plaster dust. You would have thought he was working on his own home. It was a pleasure to to watch.
Description of Work: Drywall repair. Rehang bifold door and reset lock on front door.
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
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
LISA O.
02/2007
5.0
handyman service, replacement windows
+ 0 more
Very satisfied. I would use them again. They came by the week before the job to provide a written estimate and it was easy to schedule time for the following week. They called the day before to confirm the appointment and Kelly arrived on time. He took his time with the caulking and it shows. It's very clean and professional. He cleaned up after himself and left both bathrooms spotless. He was personable and polite, easy to work with.
Description of Work: We had the caulking re-done on two bathrooms. In one bath, we had the tub/wall seam and the floor/wall seam done, in the other bath we had only the floor/wall seam done. We also had a window un-stuck and our screen door spring fixed.
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
$235
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
NANCY B.
10/2006
3.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
The company responded quickly and did what they were asked. They misdiagnosed the cause of the dampness, however. They said it was not coming in through window frame, yet contractor called after them found large amounts of water at those points. They said water was seeping up through floor but there was no evidence of that. They work neatly however and come exactly when they say they will. They did a beautiful job replacing the tile.
Description of Work: Replaced bathroom tile, opened wall in family room to try to find source of dampness in room.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$400
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thank you for your review. Our technician did notify you that he wasn't on expert on the subject of this job, although he is a professional and trained. This is why he voiced hesitation to open up the wall to find the source of the leak and simply hypothesized the source of the leak. We also did not want to do this to the wall since we notified you we couldn't close it back up. We're sorry if that was misunderstood, however we're glad you were happy with the rest of our work!
10/2006
5.0
handyman service, woodworking, interior painters
+ 1 more
Very prompt and professional and did a very good job.
Description of Work: He repaired my patio gate, he replaced a door frame and painted it.
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
$270
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
RENEE P.
09/2006
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Excellent accomplishment of work. On time and very pleasant to work with.
Description of Work: Jerry rigged a doggie door in a screen mounting, repaired a chair with a brace, and replaced rotting board on door.
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
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
DAVID W.
08/2006
2.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Someone came out to evaluate and give an estimate. The carpenter arrived after the time frame we were given. He could not complete the job because the decay was more extensive than the estimator had seen. Finally the boss came a week later and told us that they could not complete the work and told us to contact a "home improvement" contractor. We wasted two weeks and $140 on Jim the Unhandy Man.
Description of Work: Rotting wood around door frame
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
2.0
$140
Response from Jim the Handyman
We are sorry you had a negative experience, but we wish you would have contacted our office as there was definitely a miscommunication and mix-up. This job was broken up into two estimates, and the customer did not actually pay the amount said above for this job. The $140 was for a completely different job that we successfully completed. In addition, we offer free estimates, so the customer can always accept or deny the work. This is also to ensure that we can indeed do the job! Please understand we are a handyman company and we only accept fairly small jobs due to our license and insurance. We admit when a job is too big for us, and will encourage you to find someone else. In this instance, there was a lot more damage under the door frame then visible and the brick mold would have to be taken off. We hope you understand our perspective and will consider using us for your next small home project.
STEPHEN S.
06/2006
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Very good work. Showed up on time and did all requested work in a timely manner. I'm very happy with Jim & Co.
Description of Work: Replaced a number of interior doors and repaired 2 door frames.
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
$185
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
JESSICA D.
06/2006
2.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
The man arrived and did not introduce himself. He had more to say about our personal decorative objects in our home than he did for the actual job he came to give me a quote about. The quote itself was, I thought, ridiculously high. I did not hire him.
Description of Work: Wanted to have two bathroom vanities installed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0
Response from Jim the Handyman
We are sorry you felt more needed to be communicated on the job, but we always encourage questions if you had any! The beauty of free estimates, is you have the option to accept or deny the entire estimate or individual items on the estimate. We're sorry you denied the estimate but we hope you'll consider us for your next home project!
JEAN B.
04/2006
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
First contact with Rosaline was very professional. Jim was here for estimate at the designated time, and he performed the project very professionally. I am very pleased with the work and the company.
Description of Work: Removed three pairs of sliding closet doors and replaced with bi-fold doors and painted.
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
$920
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
ADAM S.
02/2006
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
He did an excellent job and service. I called on a Friday for an estimate, and a friendly and courteous worker came out on Tuesday morning. He provided a quick estimate, knowing what needed to be done. After he left, I called to get on their schedule, and they had an opening the next day. The same worker came out on Wednesday, and did the job in a little over an hour, leaving no mess and a well-caulked tub. I suppose I could have some pause at the $95 charge. There was a charge of $75 for the job as I saw on a previous post that sounded much better, but you can't argue with the workmanship and professionalism. The technician made it clear that they fully guarantee their work, volunteering to make sure we call them if there are any problems.
Description of Work: We needed our bathtub re-caulked, including stripping out the old caulk and then re-caulking around the tub, up the corners of the stall and then on the floor.
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
$95
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your great review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
Eliza C.
08/2005
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY. THEY DO EXCELLENT WORK, AND THEIR PRICING IS VERY REASONABLE. I WOULD ALSO USE THEM AGAIN FOR THEIR SERVICES BECAUSE OF THEIR EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE.
Description of Work: BATHROOM CAULKING.
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
Response from Jim the Handyman
Thanks for your outstanding review! We hope you'll contact us next time you have a home project!
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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