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Hank Stern Carpentry & Handyman Services

Unfinished Carpentry, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking, Handyman Services,

About us

Cost determined by project per hourly rate for services. No Subs.

Business highlights

59 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Locally owned and operated, master carpenter for 47 years, providing quality services for Angie's List members in the Milwaukee area. Carpentry - roughing, finished carpentry, cabinets, countertops, laminate floors, decks, stairs, drywall, formica tops to doors & interior & exterior work.

Services we don't offer

Painting & Locksmith.

Amenities

Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

4.8137 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
86%
4
6%
3
4%
2
0%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.6
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 101-125 of 137 reviews

betsy B.
06/2017
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: He built a ramp off my deck for my dog that was sick.

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

Karen R.
09/2016
5.0
contractors
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Hank did an outstanding job on a variety of carpenter jobs in my home. He was prompt, had a high level of expertise and professionalism related to the work. He fixed three storm doors that I had previously had repaired and were never correct and they work and look wonderful now. Installed cabinet and mirrors in the bathroom and repaired an older wooden swingset. The charges for his work were comparable and fair. Besides complete satisfaction with his work - Hank was an absolute delight to have in my home. He is kind, personable and goes out of his way to make the experience positive!
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Mary S.
07/2016
5.0
contractors
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Hank built stairs for our entry from the garage to the house. He was meticulous in building, used quality materials, and finished with extra touches like sanding and rounding the railing edges so that users would not get slivers. Price was reasonable and quality was excellent.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Gareth S.
02/2016
5.0
contractors, woodworking
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Multiple carpentry and repair jobs on the house exterior. I assisted while Hank did the stuff that required his expertise. He was a joy to work with, and accomplished a lot in the time. (And I also learned from him).

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
$60

Elissa M.
12/2015
5.0
roofing, siding, contractors, woodworking
  + 2 more
unknown
Description of Work: 2 wood p***** holes were filled/new board cut for siding and replaced a piece of water damaged soffit. Very professional and trustworthy--did a great job!

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
$450

Michael S.
11/2015
5.0
remodeling, hardwood floor, basement remodeling, contractors
  + 2 more
unknown
Description of Work: Replaced water damaged garage molding.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$158

Bradley F.
11/2015
5.0
custom cabinets, handyman service, woodworking
  + 1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Lawrence K.
08/2015
5.0
doors, contractors
  + 0 more
unknown

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
$250

Mary S.
08/2015
5.0
custom cabinets, ceramic tile, drywall, contractors
  + 2 more
unknown
Description of Work: Our stairs from the house to the garage were too steep. Hank came and built new stairs for us. When he gave an estimate he thought it might take 2 weeks to get to the job. But he was able to schedule us a few days later and built new stairs for us. It was perfect!

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
$258

Bridget D.
10/2014
5.0
flooring contractor, gutter repair, contractors
  + 1 more
unknown

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
$180

MAYUMI I.
08/2005
5.0
woodworking
  + -1 more
MR. STERN WAS PLEASANT. HE GENERALLY WORKED IN THE EVENINGS, WHICH WAS GREAT BECAUSE I DIDN'T NEED TO TAKE ANY TIME OFF OF WORK. MY HUSBAND AND I WERE VERY PLEASED WITH THE QUALITY OF MR. STERN'S WORK.
Description of Work: HE REPLACED A FRONT PORCH COLUMN, A BACK PORCH COLUMN AND REPAIRED ONE WITH DRY ROT.

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

Chris H.
08/2005
4.0
replacement windows
  + -1 more
OUR PREVIOUS ONE HAD A GREAT DEAL OF DRY ROT. HANK CAME IMMEDIATELY, MEASURED FOR A NEW ONE, AND GAVE US AN ESTIMATE. THE WORK TOOK LONGER THAN EXPECTED DUE TO THE NEED TO GET A CUSTOMIZED WINDOW AND I HAD TO KEEP CALLING HANK FOR AN UPDATE. HOWEVER, WE FINALLY GOT IT, IT FIT GREAT.
Description of Work: I HAD A STORM WINDOW REPLACED.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$360

KATHY F.
08/2005
3.0
woodworking
  + -1 more
MR. STERN WAS PROMPT IN RESPONDING TO OUR REQUEST FOR AN ESTIMATE. (ALTHOUGH, HIS ESTIMATE DID NOT INCLUDE A "WORK TO BE COMPLETED BY" CLAUSE.) THE ESTIMATE WAS HIGH, BUT WE HAD MR. STERN DO THE WORK ANYWAY, BECAUSE HE WAS RANKED #1 ON ANGIE'S LIST. HE DID THE WORK WITHIN ONE WEEK OF RECEIVING OUR DEPOSIT. THE REPAIRS WERE DONE ADEQUATELY, AND TOOK ABOUT 4 HOURS. BASED UPON THE NATURE OF THE WORK, (REPLACING TWO PIECES OF EXTERIOR TRIM.) AND IN LIGHT OF HOW LONG IT TOOK TO COMPLETE THE JOB, (4 HOURS) WE FELT THAT THE CHARGE ($440.00) WAS EXCESSIVE.
Description of Work: MR. STERN REPLACED ONE PIECE OF OUTSIDE TRIM AND ONE OUTSIDE WINDOW SILL.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$440

MELISSA & PHILLIP T.
08/2005
5.0
woodworking
  + -1 more
OUR EXPERIENCE WITH HANK WAS GREAT. HE PROMPTLY RETURNED CALLS AND KEPT HIS APPOINTMENTS AS SCHEDULED. HANK OBVIOUSLY HAS A GREAT DEAL OF CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE AND IT SHOWS IN THE QUALITY OF HIS WORK. I WOULD NOT HESITATE TO HIRE HIM AGAIN.
Description of Work: WE HIRED HANK TO FRAME AN OPENING FOR AN AIR CONDITIONING UNIT, CONSTRUCT A HANDRAIL FOR OUR PORCH STEPS AND CONSTRUCT A DOOR TO A STORAGE AREA IN THE BASEMENT.

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
$525

MURRAY & TERI W.
08/2005
5.0
decks
  + -1 more
HANK STERN, THE CARPENTER, WAS AVAILABLE, EFFICIENT, PROMPT AND DID A VERY GOOD JOB. PRICE WAS COMPARABLE TO OTHER QUOTES.
Description of Work: REPLACED A ROTTED OUT 6X6 POST ON FRONT PORCH WITH SELECTED TREATED LUMBER.

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
$250

MICHAEL & PATRICIA B.
04/2005
5.0
woodworking
  + -1 more
IF I WAS UNHAPPY WITH AN ASPECT OF THE WORK, HE WOULD TRY AGAIN TO IMPROVE IT. HANK WAS ON TIME. HE IS A FULL TIME CARPENTER, SO WE DID THIS ON NIGHTS AND WEEKENDS. HE WAS VERY FAIR IN HIS PRICE, AND I WOULD USE HIM AGAIN.
Description of Work: HANK HELPED ME CUT IN A LARGER EXTERIOR DOOR IN MY LOWER LEVEL. WE HAD TO CUT THROUGH BRICK & BLOCK, PUT IN A NEW HEADER, PUT IN A NEW EXTERIOR & STORM DOOR, & RE-DRYWALL THE INTERIOR. HANK HAS MANY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AND IT SHOWED.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

- -.
10/2004
5.0
contractors
  + -1 more
VERY GOOD EXPERIENCE. HANK WAS KIND ENOUGH TO FIT ME INTO A TIGHT SCHEDULE. PRICE WAS FAIR, AND HE DID THE WORK IN A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME. HE RESPONDED QUICKLY TO MY CALLS.
Description of Work: EXTERIOR CARPENTRY.

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
$3,000

JENNY C.
09/2004
5.0
woodworking
  + -1 more
HANK WAS VERY PLEASANT, AND I WOULD NOT HESITATE TO CALL HIM AGAIN.
Description of Work: HANK RESPONDED QUICKLY TO MY CALL AND ARRANGED A VISIT. MY TIME FRAME WASN'T A GOOD MATCH FOR HIM (IT IS LAST MINUTE), SO I'VE DECIDED TO LOOK ELSEWHERE.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

scott R.
08/2004
3.0
contractors
  + -1 more
FIRST, HE WAS VERY PROMPT AND ALWAYS ON TIME! HOWEVER, THE QUALITY IF HIS WORK WAS MORE LIKE "ROUGH" CARPENTRY AND NOT "FINISH" TYPE, (I ASSISTED HIM IN THIS PORTION.) AND SECOND, HE WAS EXPENSIVE FOR THE QUALITY DELIVERED.
Description of Work: INSTALLED CROWN MOLDING IN LIVING & DINING ROOMS. REPLACED ROTTEN WOOD AT BASE OF FRONT DOOR SURROUND & EAVE.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$560

ML R.
08/2004
5.0
contractors
  + -1 more
MR. STEARN WAS PROMPT IN COMMUNICATION, REALLY LISTENED TO WHAT I WANTED DONE, AND WAS EASY TO WORK WITH ON ALL CONTACTS. THE OVERTIME PAYMENT MAY HAVE MADE THE JOB A BIT HIGH IN PRICE. HOWEVER, THE MILLWORK AND INSTALLATION WAS FINISHED ON THE SPOT IN ONE DAY. HE IS A VERY FINE CRAFTSMAN. I HAVE FINISHED THE SANDING, WOOD CONDITIONING, STAINING AND VARNISHING WORK ON THE DOOR. LOOKS VERY NICE, TOO!
Description of Work: MR STEARN REPLACED THE WOOD BACK DOOR OF MY HOME. I SELECTED THE PRE-HUNG DOOR. WHEN IT ARRIVED AT A RETAIL STORE, HE PICKED IT UP AND DELIVERED IT. HE COMPLETED THE INSTALLATION IN ONE DAY, WHICH REQUIRED OVERTIME PAYMENT. HE EXPERTLY RE-SIZED THE DOOR TO FIT THE OPENING IN THE BRICKWORK.

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
$540

10/2003
5.0
woodworking
  + -1 more
HE IS NEAT, ORGANIZED AND RESOURCEFUL. BEING A NURSE WITH A HECTIC SCHEDULE, HANK WAS EXTREMELY FLEXIBLE WITH GETTING THE WORK DONE.
Description of Work: REPLACED ROTTEN AND MISSING GABLE ENDS. REPLACED 6X6 PORCH SUPPORT.

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

SUZANNE C.
09/2003
5.0
contractors
  + -1 more
WE ASKED FOR QUOTES FROM MULTIPLE CONTRACTORS. ONCE WE DECIDED ON HANK AND SENT THE DEPOSIT, HE CALLED THE FOLLOWING SATURDAY AND STARTED THE WORK THAT DAY. HE WAS ABLE TO COMPLETE OUR JOB BECAUSE HIS OTHER JOBS WERE ON HOLD BECAUSE OF WEATHER.
Description of Work: RECONSTRUCTED STAIRWAY TO GARAGE ATTIC

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

NANCY C.
09/2002
5.0
woodworking
  + -1 more
HE IS VERY GOOD. I WOULD RECOMMEND HIM WITHOUT RESERVATION. HE IS VERY THOROUGH, AND CLEANED UP WHEN HE WAS FINISHED WORKING.
Description of Work: CARPENTRY.

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

WILLIAM W.
02/2002
4.0
contractors
  + -1 more
SLOW WORKER, GROSSLY UNDERESTIMATED THE WORK COST. HID REFUSE ALONG SIDE OF HOUSE. MEMBER SPENT 5 HOURS CAULKING / FINISHING THE PROJECT.
Description of Work: REPLACED ROTTING SUPPORT BEAMS AND TRIM

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300

BELLE R.
02/2002
5.0
contractors
  + -1 more
VERY HIGH QUALITY AND WILL BE USING AGAIN VERY SOON
Description of Work: REPAIR A HOLE ON THE ROOF CAUSED BY A SQUIRE

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

Contact information

12436 Westwood Dr, Germantown, WI 53022


Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Licensing

State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Unfinished Carpentry,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Handyman Services,
Decks and Porches,
Doors,
Windows,
Siding,
Cabinet Making,
Skylights,
Roofing,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Drywall

FAQ

Hank Stern Carpentry & Handyman Services is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Hank Stern Carpentry & Handyman Services accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, Hank Stern Carpentry & Handyman Services does not offer free project estimates.
No, Hank Stern Carpentry & Handyman Services does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Hank Stern Carpentry & Handyman Services does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Hank Stern Carpentry & Handyman Services offers emergency services.
No, Hank Stern Carpentry & Handyman Services does not offer warranties.
Hank Stern Carpentry & Handyman Services offers the following services: Locally owned and operated, master carpenter for 47 years, providing quality services for Angie's List members in the Milwaukee area. Carpentry - roughing, finished carpentry, cabinets, countertops, laminate floors, decks, stairs, drywall, formica tops to doors & interior & exterior work.
Painting & Locksmith.

Contact information

12436 Westwood Dr, Germantown, WI 53022


Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM