Lake Bluff, IL · 60044
Local Handyman Services in Lake Bluff
Repairs and upkeep for Lake Bluff's older cottages and village center.
4.9 stars · 87 Google reviews
Handyman tips for Lake Bluff homes
Lake Bluff began as a Methodist camp meeting resort in 1875, when the Association laid out 25-foot lots for cottages, and it incorporated as a village in 1895. The Village's Historic Preservation Map covers its historic homes house by house. Exterior changes to a designated landmark are reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission at a public meeting, and interior work is not. For permits, Lake Bluff says minor changes such as painting and property maintenance generally do not need one, but it requires a Village Contractor's License for every contractor who works in town. We handle drywall, doors, painting, fixtures, trim, TV mounting and assembly, plus repairs for shops and offices.
Residential handyman services in Lake Bluff
Details- Drywall repair
- Doors & locks
- Painting & touch-ups
- Light fixtures
- TV & shelf mounting
- Furniture assembly
- Caulk & weatherproofing
- Gutters
- Carpentry & trim
- Preventive maintenance
Commercial handyman services in Lake Bluff
DetailsOffices · Retail stores · Restaurants · Medical & dental offices · Property managers
- Drywall & paint touch-ups
- Door hardware & closers
- Fixtures & ceiling tiles
- Shelving & signage installs
- Furniture assembly
- Preventive maintenance walkthroughs
Plumbing, electrical and roofing go to licensed independent contractors.
Quick answers
Does Lake Bluff require contractors to be licensed?
Yes. The Village says all contractors working in Lake Bluff must obtain a Village Contractor's License, and permit applicants must list their hired contractors and subcontractors. We could not verify the license terms beyond that, so call Village Hall at 847-234-0774 with questions about applying.
Do I need a permit for small repairs in Lake Bluff?
Possibly. Lake Bluff requires permits for projects that alter or improve a property, but says minor changes such as painting and property maintenance generally do not. Its advice is to call the Building Division of Community Development at 847-283-6885 to find out whether your project needs one.
Do you serve all of Lake Bluff (60044)?
Yes. We work anywhere in Lake Bluff, ZIP code 60044, for homes and for businesses in the village center. Commercial work includes offices, retail stores, restaurants, medical and dental offices, and property managers. Text photos of the job and the address to (847) 877-1877 and we will reply with next steps.
Who does plumbing, electrical and roofing in Lake Bluff?
Licensed independent contractors, not us. Lake Bluff's residential permit guidelines list roofing, water heater replacement, underground water, sewer and drainage pipes, and lawn sprinklers as permit projects, and every contractor needs the Village license. We handle the drywall, painting, door and trim work around those trades.
4.9 stars · 87 Google reviews
What our customers say
Ed was excellent to work with — professional, skilled, patient, and just genuinely helpful. He installed a mantel, mounted my steer horns, helped place artwork, and even assisted with swapping out a TV, all while being mindful of my budget and the hourly scope. Everything was done with care and precision, and the finished wall looks amazing. What I especially appreciated was that he didn’t just do the work - he shared helpful tips (like a painter’s tape trick for hanging my remaining gallery pieces myself), which I really valued as a homeowner. He took pride in getting things right, communicated clearly, and even stayed a little longer to make sure everything was done well. Reliable, knowledgeable, respectful, and a pleasure to work with. I’d absolutely recommend ED and and would gladly request him again
...completed some much needed repairs around our garage door frame as well as the front door to our home. It required some heavy carpentry work. The completed job looked much better than the original and he did not cut corners on the products used either. Extremely skilled, a strategic problem solver, and a craftsman quality finish was far more than what I expected to get — in addition to very friendly, knowledgeable, and far beyond competent service A++ will use again in the future and recommend to anyone seeing repairs.
...was great with communication and service. He installed shower curtain rods for us and fixed our install mishap. He ensured to ask our thoughts and preferences along the way. Very professional and fairly priced. Highly recommend !
Consultation went great. Worked out some details to give a bigger picture and work to be started soon Update on completion. Installation went amazing. Looks exactly how I wanted it to look and the tech Chris was amazing and willing to do anything I was asking. Any issues he was willing to work with me on and made the process pleasant. Thanks again.
We had the front door repainted both inside and out, and the weather stripping replaced. I was happy with their service and feel they were very honest and professional.