Jim the Handyman
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Jim the Handyman

Basement Remodeling

Certified Pro
571-496-9414
Licensed & Insured
Background checked
4th year as a Best Pick

Hours of Operation

Monday9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Friday9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday9:00 am - 5:30 pm
SundayClosed

Business Address

2950 Chichester Lane

Fairfax, VA 22031

Company Details

Services Offered

  • Basement Remodeling Services
  • Kitchen Remodeling Services

Services Not Offered

Major plumbing or electrical work is not offered.

Minimum Job

  • $110 minimum for 1 hour of handyman work

Warranty

  • 1-year warranty

Employee Information

  • Background Checked
  • Have a minimum of 10 years of experience
  • Wear Uniforms

Insurance Coverage

General Liability Insurance

Workers' Compensation Insurance

Company History

Jim Taylor began the local company in 1984. The Layton brothers took over in 2015.

Distinctions

Not specified

Customer Benefits

Free Estimates

Fee Structure

The minimum trip charge for a handyman is $110, which covers up to one hour of work

About this company

"High-quality work at a reasonable price. Ninety-nine percent of the time the job will come off without a hitch; the other one percent we'll come back and make it right. Family-owned-and-operated, we'll treat you like family."

— Lucas & Kelly Layton, Owners

License

2705159447

Ratings & Reviews

Compiled Score:

Jim the Handyman has received 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 65 customer reviews. Learn about Our Research Process.

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Rebecca Hanson

Rebecca Hanson

4 months ago

We had a great experience with Jim’s The Handyman! The technicians arrived on time, worked efficiently and carefully, and completed all of our projects beautifully, including hanging a shelf, repainting and updating our front door/weather stripping, and replacing a door lock. The entire process was polished and professional from start to finish. Communication was excellent, the team was clearly skilled and experienced, and they cleaned up thoroughly after the work was completed. We were really happy with the value and quality of the work and would absolutely use them again.

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David W.

David W.

2 months ago

Mauricio and Andres did a highly professional job building shelving units, installing an indoor dryer vent kit and rescreening two window screens in my home. They were on-time, very courteous and engaging, and performed the work as requested. They also quickly pivoted to visit a hardware store to obtain replacement screening after a mix-up with what was specified for the job. I recommend them, and the company's willingness to send an estimator to determine my needs and offer attractive solutions. July 21, 2026.

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Sally Murphy

Sally Murphy

a month ago

I have used Jim the Handyman three times for three completely different jobs. We have been very happy with the work done as well as the price. The process is so easy and straightforward. Call in and let them know the work you need help with and they find the person who can do the work. They email you the estimate and you either go ahead with the work or don’t. The three different people for the three different jobs were all very nice, professional, and efficient.

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Wayne Rogers

Wayne Rogers

5 months ago

I had Jim the Handyman repaint a backyard fence with great results. They pressure cleaned, repaired and painted the fence to match my siding. I couldn't be more pleased! I would recommend them to anyone who needs good quality work at a fair price.

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Jennifer Steele

Jennifer Steele

3 months ago

I had several home repair and furniture repair projects I'd been putting off. Jim the Handyman's team took photos and gave me a quick, fair estimate. The technicians who came to do the work were efficient, friendly, and knowledgeable, and their work was great. I definitely recommend the folks at Jim the Handyman.

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Service Area

Jim the Handyman serves 21 cities in the Northern Virginia area.

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Cities Served

Alexandria, Annandale, Arlington, Burke, Centreville, Chantilly, Clifton, Dunn Loring, Fairfax, Fairfax Station, Falls Church, Fort Belvoir, Fort Myer, Great Falls, Herndon, Lorton, Mc Lean, Oakton, Reston, Springfield, Vienna

Jim the Handyman FAQ

Jim the Handyman offers basement, partial bathroom, and kitchen remodeling, encompassing framing, insulation, drywall, painting, tiling, vinyl flooring, and light plumbing and electrical work. Additionally, the company provides a wide range of interior, exterior, and miscellaneous handyman tasks. Please note that Jim the Handyman does not offer major plumbing or electrical work.

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