5 Best Handymen in Chicago (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

A running list of small repairs in a Chicago home rarely gets tackled one at a time, which is exactly the gap a good handyman fills: drywall, a leaky faucet, and a stuck window screen, all handled by one visit instead of three separate contractors. The companies on this page have logged over 1,800 Google reviews between them, and every one holds a rating of 4.8 or higher, so scheduling speed and how each one handles a multi-trade punch list matter more here than the star rating alone.

Short answer: Fix It People leads on volume with 4.8 stars across 638 reviews, the deepest track record among Chicago handyman services on this page, closely followed by Mr. Handyman of Lincoln Park at 4.8 across 634 reviews. Most jobs here are quoted after an online request or in-home assessment rather than a flat per-hour rate.

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#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Fix It People	4.8 ★	638	Multi-trade punch lists	View ›
2	Mr. Handyman of Lincoln Park	4.8 ★	634	Larger remodel-adjacent projects	View ›
3	Chicago Handyman	4.9 ★	258	Water damage and bathroom repairs	View ›
4	Ace Handyman Services Chicagoland	4.8 ★	197	Bathroom and kitchen remodels	View ›
5	Chicago Handy	4.9 ★	144	Older building repairs	View ›

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Fix It People

4.8638 Google reviews

Fix It People handles carpentry, drywall, electrical, painting, plumbing and tile work across Chicago, positioning itself as a way to avoid calling five separate contractors for one project. Named technicians are repeatedly praised for tackling complex jobs, from rerouting electrical work behind a ceiling to installing vanities with new plumbing fixtures, all in a single visit.

What people praise

The most-reviewed handyman company on this page
Named technicians handle genuinely complex, multi-trade jobs in one visit
Repeat customers describe using the company three or more times
Clear communication and coordination from the office team

Worth knowing

A small share of lower ratings among its large review base

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume638 · 98th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

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Our take: The deepest review history here and a strong reputation for handling a long, varied punch list without needing separate specialists for each item.

Website +1312-898-9300 Directions

#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Mr. Handyman of Lincoln Park

4.8634 Google reviews

Mr. Handyman of Lincoln Park handles carpentry, drywall, flooring, tile, decks and fencing across the neighborhood, part of a national franchise with local technicians. Reviewers describe both quick fixes like a scraping door and larger jobs like a full entrance floor replacement in a condo building, completed over several days with daily cleanup.

What people praise

4.8 rating across 634 reviews
Comfortable with larger, multi-day projects like flooring replacement
Named technician Richard repeatedly praised for craftsmanship and communication
Careful cleanup and respect for shared building spaces noted in reviews

Worth knowing

A meaningful share of lower ratings among its review base, so ask for a detailed written scope on bigger jobs

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume634 · 93th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

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Our take: A strong choice for larger, remodel-adjacent projects that go beyond a quick fix, especially in a shared condo or building setting.

Website Book now +1312-585-7482 Directions

#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Chicago Handyman

4.9258 Google reviews

Chicago Handyman, on North Halsted, handles bathroom remodeling, drywall, electrical, flooring, stair work and water damage restoration, using an online portal for quotes and scheduling. Reviewers describe named technicians handling both quick electrical fixes and larger water-damage repair jobs, with the office team following up personally after each project.

What people praise

4.9 rating across 258 reviews
Water damage restoration is a genuine specialty most handyman services don't offer
Online portal makes quoting and scheduling straightforward
Owner personally follows up after each project to confirm satisfaction

Worth knowing

Timeline can depend on tenant or occupant availability for rental properties, per one reviewer

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume258 · 88th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

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Our take: The strongest pick if water damage or a bathroom-specific repair is part of the job, backed by a near-perfect rating and genuine specialty experience.

Website +1773-982-5500 Directions

1500 N Halsted Ave, FL 2, Chicago, IL 60642

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Ace Handyman Services Chicagoland

4.8197 Google reviews

Ace Handyman Services Chicagoland, on Belmont Avenue, handles bathroom and kitchen remodeling, drywall, electrical, painting and plumbing, with a field supervisor process that walks clients through pricing and scope before work begins. Reviewers describe both simple repairs, like a garage door fix, and larger remodel projects with a dedicated project coordinator.

What people praise

4.8 rating across 197 reviews
Field supervisor visits explain process, pricing and timeline before work starts
Comfortable handling emergency, time-sensitive requests, like a same-day dryer vent fix
Named coordinators praised for detailed, responsive communication

Worth knowing

Two detailed negative reviews describe disputes over billing and finishing quality on larger jobs, worth reading in full before a bigger project

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume197 · 83th

Confidencemoderate

Recency6 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown92% 5-star

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Our take: A solid choice for bathroom and kitchen remodel work with a structured, explained process. Given the two detailed complaints, get the full written estimate and any price guarantee terms in writing before a larger job.

Website +1773-249-2668 Directions

3021 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

#5🕑 Open 7 days

Chicago Handy

4.9144 Google reviews

Chicago Handy, in the Irving Park area, handles drywall, plumbing and tile work with particular attention to older Chicago buildings, where standard fixes often need extra care. Reviewers describe careful, patient work on plaster and drywall repairs that blend seamlessly with surrounding walls in vintage buildings, alongside respect for pets and living spaces during the job.

What people praise

4.9 rating across 144 reviews
Named owner Norbert personally schedules and checks in after every project
Careful with older building materials like original plaster
Consistently mindful of pets and shared living spaces during work

Worth knowing

Smaller team than the larger franchise names, so book ahead for busy periods

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume144 · 78th

Confidencemoderate

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: The strongest choice for repairs in an older Chicago building, where matching existing plaster or trim takes more care than a standard drywall patch.

Website +1773-503-0500 Directions

3203 N Ridgeway Ave Apt 3A, Chicago, IL 60618

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How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the company’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Chicago handyman services. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 from under 300 reviews carries less weight than a 4.8 from over 600. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a handyman cost in Chicago? (2026)

Handyman pricing in Chicago depends on the trades involved, the number of tasks bundled into one visit, and whether the job needs specialty materials, so we’re not listing figures we can’t verify from a trustworthy source. Ask each company for a written, itemized quote, and confirm whether the estimate includes shopping or material pickup time.

Serving all of Chicago

The companies above cover Chicago and nearby suburbs, including Lincoln Park, Irving Park, and the greater Chicagoland area. Searching for a handyman near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before you hire a handyman

Is the estimate flat-rate or hourly, and does it include shopping time for materials?
Can one visit cover multiple unrelated tasks, or is each job billed separately?
Do you offer a warranty or guarantee on the work?
Are you licensed and insured for electrical or plumbing work specifically?
How far out is your current scheduling window?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these handyman services?

We started from every handyman service in Chicago with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Can one company handle several unrelated repairs in a single visit?

Yes, that’s the core pitch of most handyman companies here, especially Fix It People, whose reviewers describe drywall, plumbing and electrical work all handled by the same technician in one visit.

Which of these handyman companies has experience with older buildings?

Chicago Handy specifically shows a pattern of careful work matching original plaster and trim in vintage Chicago buildings, based on its reviews.

The bottom line

Fix It People is the safe default on proven scale and multi-trade capability, while Chicago Handyman and Chicago Handy stand out for water damage work and older-building repairs respectively. Get a written, itemized quote before work starts, whichever company you choose.

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