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Best overall in Lakes of the Four Seasons: NWI Handyman & More, CR Score 59/100; 4.9★ from 100 Google reviews; open Sundays until 1 PM.
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Cruz Electric & Handy Services, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 32.
Most-reviewed: Cruz Electric & Handy Services, 295 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 32 ranked; ranked #2.
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32 Lakes of the Four Seasons handymen are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 18 open Saturdays and 9 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 32 rated businesses.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NWI Handyman & More | 59 | 4.9★ (100) | Harvey, 9 mi away | Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Cruz Electric & Handy Services | 58 | 4.9★ (295) | Hobart, 10 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | Christian Can Fix It LLC | 57 | 5.0★ (58) | Harvey, 14 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Miracle Home Pros LLC | 57 | 5.0★ (9) | Chesterton, 4 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Golden Palms | 57 | 5.0★ (5) | South Holland, 2 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Mr. Honey Do Services NWI | 55 | 4.9★ (64) | Valparaiso, 10 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Dad's Doing Stuff | 55 | 5.0★ (8) | Lowell, 8 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Handyman Service of Indiana | 54 | 4.8★ (24) | Lynwood, 15 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | C2 Fab LLC fabrication and sculpture shop | 54 | 5.0★ (27) | Valparaiso, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Devin’s Handyman Services LLC | 53 | 4.5★ (26) | Gary, 4 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 100 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hobart, 10 mi away
Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 295 Google reviews, the most in Lakes of the Four Seasons.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Harvey, 14 mi away
Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chesterton, 4 mi away
Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in South Holland, 2 mi away
Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Valparaiso, 10 mi away
Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lowell, 8 mi away
Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lynwood, 15 mi away
Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Valparaiso, 9 mi away
Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Gary, 4 mi away
Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chesterton, 8 mi away
Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chesterton, 10 mi away
Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cedar Lake, 9 mi away
Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cedar Lake, 13 mi away
Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hammond, 8 mi away
Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chesterton, 14 mi away
Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Valparaiso, 5 mi away
Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Gary, 6 mi away
Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Gutter cleaning service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chesterton, 1 mi away
Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Valparaiso, 9 mi away
Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 78 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in South Holland, 14 mi away
Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hobart, 9 mi away
Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Kitchen remodeler”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Gary, 5 mi away
Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Flooring contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Portage, 12 mi away
Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Crown Point, 8 mi away
Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #32, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | HandyPro of Northwest Indiana | 48 | 1.8★ (5) | 10 mi |
| 27 | HOMEstretch: NW Indiana | 47 | 5.0★ (8) | 4 mi |
| 28 | Upright construction | 45 | 3.5★ (19) | 11 mi |
| 29 | The Grout Doctor - NW Indiana | 45 | 4.3★ (3) | 4 mi |
| 30 | Wagner's Independant Contractors | 45 | 5.0★ (3) | 9 mi |
| 31 | No Job Too Small | 43 | 3.4★ (7) | 9 mi |
| 32 | PB and Sons Restoration LLC | 42 | 5.0★ (3) | 11 mi |
20 more handymen within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 2hr Construction inc | 2 mi | |
| Alpha Two Contractors | 9 mi | |
| Cary's Quality Home Services | 5.0★ (1) | 6 mi |
| EM Remodeling Contractor and Handyman Services - Residential Remodeling Contractor | 3.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Grant Construction llc | 9 mi | |
| Handy Helper | 5.0★ (1) | 10 mi |
| Handy Max | 9 mi | |
| KnT Home Repair | 5.0★ (1) | 8 mi |
| Lakeside Handyman Services, LLC | 4.5★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Leon Land Renovations | 9 mi | |
| Mr. Love Handyman - Affordable Professional & Reliable Handyman Service in Merrillville, IN | 1.0★ (1) | 7 mi |
| NS Unlimited | 3.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Painters Elite | 5.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Red beard Construction | 5.0★ (1) | 7 mi |
| Region Handyman Services LLC | 6 mi | |
| Rightway Improvements, LLC | 1.0★ (1) | 9 mi |
| Rottier Construction | 7 mi | |
| Rusty nut handyman services | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| SJ Painting | 5.0★ (1) | 9 mi |
| Twons and Sons cleaning And services | 5.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Lakes of the Four Seasons. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drywall repair | $296 | $613 | $930 | Per repair: typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
We scored 32 Lakes of the Four Seasons handymen on ten factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Lakes of the Four Seasons data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |