92/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 199 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 199 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Handymen in Lower West Side, IL (2026)
231 handymen ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Lower West Side: DBC HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC, CR Score 92/100; 4.9★ from 199 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): A Chicago Handyman, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 231.
- 16
Most-reviewed: Norridge Ace Hardware Home Center, 840 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 231 ranked; ranked #16.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
231 Lower West Side handymen are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 42 are open 24/7, 171 open Saturdays and 103 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 231 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Handymen in West Town ranking. See Handymen in West Town
Top 10 handymen in Lower West Side at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DBC HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC | 92 | 4.9★ (199) | Countryside, 3 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | A Chicago Handyman | 91 | 5.0★ (83) | Chicago, 2 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Mr. Handyman of Oak Park & River Forest | 90 | 4.8★ (396) | Oak Park, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Mr. Handyman of Lincoln Park | 89 | 4.8★ (578) | Chicago, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Chicago Handyman | 88 | 4.9★ (211) | Chicago, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | GeekUr | Professional Home & Business Services | 87 | 5.0★ (22) | Elk Grove Village, 3 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Effective Pest Solutions | 86 | 5.0★ (154) | Irving Park, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Near Me Handyman Services LLC | 86 | 4.9★ (38) | Forest Park, 7 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Chicago Handy | 86 | 4.9★ (133) | Chicago, 7 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Direct Improvements | 85 | 4.7★ (328) | Chicago, 2 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 231 best handymen in Lower West Side, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Chicago, 2 mi away
91/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 83 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 83 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 660 W Lake St STE 350, Chicago, IL 60661
Based in Oak Park, 8 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 396 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 396 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1523 N Harlem Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
Based in Chicago, 4 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 578 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 578 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Chicago, 4 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 211 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 211 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1500 N Halsted Ave, FL 2, Chicago, IL 60642
Based in Elk Grove Village, 3 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Irving Park, 9 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 154 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 154 Google reviews
Based in Forest Park, 7 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 38 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 38 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1040 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
Based in Chicago, 7 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 133 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 133 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 3203 N Ridgeway Ave Apt 3A, Chicago, IL 60618
Based in Chicago, 2 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 328 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 328 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 111 W Jackson Blvd UNIT 1700, Chicago, IL 60604
#11 ProFixer
Based in Des Plaines, 1 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 37 Google reviews
Based in Elgin, 3 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 144 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 144 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#13 Handy Bandi
Based in Chicago, 8 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 62 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 62 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 1139 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
Based in Chicago, 3 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 87 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 87 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 320 W Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60654
Based in Chicago, 1 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.5★ from 246 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.5★ from 246 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1913 W 21st St, Chicago, IL 60608
Based in Norridge, 12 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 840 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (840).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.4★ from 840 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–8 PM · Sat 7:30 AM–7 PM · Sun 9 AM–4:30 PM
- Address
- 8330 W Lawrence Ave, Norridge, IL 60706
Based in Chicago, 8 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 817 W Lakeside Pl, Chicago, IL 60640
#18 Fast&Furnish
Based in West Ridge, 3 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8:30 AM–9:30 PM
#19 TLF SERVICES
Based in Elgin, 13 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Chicago, 1 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.3★ from 24 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 1334 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608
Based in Chicago, 7 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 10 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 10 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3943 N Mozart St, Chicago, IL 60618
Based in Chicago, 5 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.1★ from 10 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.1★ from 10 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2555 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Based in Chicago, 12 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 86 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 86 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–5 PM
#24 FixIT773 LLC
Based in Harwood Heights, 3 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Forest Park, 4 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–7 PM
How much do handymen cost in Lower West Side?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Lower West Side. 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 |
How we ranked Lower West Side handymen
We scored 231 Lower West Side handymen on 8 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. Unknown factors are left out of the score, 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 Lower West Side data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Handymen in Lower West Side: frequently asked questions
Who is the best handyman in Lower West Side?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked handyman in Lower West Side, IL is DBC HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC with a CR Score of 92/100. It has 4.9★ from 199 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. A Chicago Handyman (#2) and Mr. Handyman of Oak Park & River Forest (#3) follow. We ranked 231 handymen on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many handymen are there in Lower West Side?
ContractorsRanked ranks 231 handymen serving Lower West Side, IL. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which handymen in Lower West Side are open 24/7?
42 ranked handymen in Lower West Side post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are DBC HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC (#1), A Chicago Handyman (#2) and Mr. Handyman of Oak Park & River Forest (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which handymen in Lower West Side work on weekends?
171 of 231 ranked handymen post Saturday hours and 103 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are DBC HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC (#1), A Chicago Handyman (#2) and Mr. Handyman of Oak Park & River Forest (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does drywall repair cost in Lower West Side?
Drywall repair typically costs $296 to $930, with $613 typical (Per repair: typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Lower West Side. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Lower West Side handymen have?
The median Google rating among 231 rated handymen in Lower West Side is 4.9★, with a median of 12 reviews. Norridge Ace Hardware Home Center has the most, 840 reviews, and ranks #16. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank handymen?
Each handyman gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do handymen outside Lower West Side count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Lower West Side city center, our service radius for handymen. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Update log for Lower West Side
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 231 handymen serving Lower West Side.
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