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Recurring Handyman Services in Highwood, IL

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Owning a home means dealing with tasks that pop up all year long. Spring brings pollen and debris filling up your gutters. Summer means outdoor faucets need turning on and garden equipment needs setting up. Fall? Time to prep everything for winter. Then the holidays arrive with all the decorations and lights that need hanging.  When you're busy enjoying everything Highwood has to offer, including the Evening Gourmet Market and weekend dinners downtown, it can seem impossible to keep up with home maintenance.

Recurring handyman services in Highwood, IL, from FixHome+ solve that problem. Our service sends expert workers to your home. We regularly take care of seasonal issues before they get too big. You don't have to rush when anything has to be done because the local handy guy is always checking on your home's needs. It's a wiser method to stay ahead of problems, and it can even save you money in the long run.

What Makes Recurring Maintenance in Higwood Different

Traditional contractor work follows a simple pattern: something breaks, you make calls, wait for quotes, and hope they can fit you in soon. Recurring handyman services in Highwood, IL, work completely differently. A technician visits on a set schedule to inspect and handle small repairs before they turn into expensive emergencies. You're not waiting for disaster to strike.

This approach makes more sense for busy homeowners. When someone's checking your gutters regularly, you won't wake up to water damage after a storm. That garage door making strange noises? Catching it early might save you from being stuck in your driveway when you're already late for work.

The subscription model also helps with budgeting. Instead of unexpected repair bills showing up randomly, you know your monthly cost. Your plan typically includes routine maintenance like gutter cleaning and winterizing outdoor fixtures. It's like having a predictable maintenance budget instead of crossing your fingers and hoping nothing breaks.

Core Services Included in Your Recurring Plan

  • Seasonal Garden Hose Setup

    Includes checking outdoor faucets, installing or replacing hose connections, and verifying everything survived winter. Recurring visits can include setting up or maintaining a hose rack. If freezing caused damage, outdoor hose faucet replacement gets handled during a scheduled appointment rather than when you're trying to water your garden.

  • Gutter Cleaning

    Gutters keep water from hurting your foundation and siding. During regular visits, our crew makes sure that the gutters are draining properly and clears away any debris that could cause clogs. Cleaning the gutters happens a few times a year, usually in the spring and fall when leaves and other debris collect the most.

  • Gutters Inspection

    Gutters that are broken are just as bad as ones that are clogged. Regular checks during planned visits find these problems early. During a planned visit, fixing a loose bracket or a little leak costs a lot less.

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  • Exterior Walk-Around for Water or Pest Signs

    An outside check finds problems like paint that is peeling or minor gaps that need to be sealed. Our service man examine for cracks in the outside walls, check for moisture issues, and look for places where bugs can get in. It's like taking your house to the doctor.

  • Holiday Decorations Setup

    The holidays create their own maintenance challenges. Setting up yard and porch decorations becomes a major project for many families on Halloween or Christmas. Having professional help makes the process safer and more efficient.

  • Holiday Lights Setup

    We handle installing holiday lights under rooflines and remove everything when winter ends. This service is especially valuable for busy families or homeowners who'd rather not climb ladders.

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FixHome+ Handyman Decorating backyard for Christmas in Chicago suburbs
  • Garage Door Wheels Oiling & Tracks Cleaning

    Garage door maintenance keeps everything operating smoothly. During maintenance visits, we check the balance, lubricate moving parts, and clean tracks to prevent problems.

Your Highwood home might need exterior fixes or some minor plumbing. We can help with those and much more. FixHome+ lists over 80 indoor and outdoor services, but we tackle tasks beyond that list.

Why Homeowners Choose FixHome+

For families managing work, kids, and daily life, recurring services just make practical sense. Who actually remembers all these maintenance tasks? When upkeep happens automatically, it's one less thing competing for space on your mental to-do list. Coordinating service calls while you're running between meetings or picking up kids isn't anyone's idea of fun.

This setup works particularly well for older homeowners. Tasks that used to be simple, like cleaning second-story gutters or inspecting the water heater, now feel risky or difficult. Regular technician visits provide confidence that the house won't fall apart without requiring them to climb ladders or navigate basement stairs.

What's valuable about the FixHome+ model is that your technician actually learns your property's specific issues. They know which outdoor faucet always drips unless turned a certain way and that the garage door sticks after cold weather. Everything gets documented in the FixHome+ app from the first visit, so you're not re-explaining the same problems every time.

Initiating a Regular Home Maintenance

Starting with FixHome+ is simpler than you'd expect. After you sign up, a technician comes out for an initial walkthrough at a time you choose that fits your schedule.

This first visit is where everything comes together. You and the technician walk through your property, and you mention the issues you've been meaning to address. Maybe your gutters overflow every spring, or the garage door sounds like it's on its last legs. Whatever's bothering you gets noted in the FixHome+ app. From there, we build a customized maintenance checklist.

Your technician shows up periodically and works through this list. You'll select a plan matching your budget and needs. Some people prefer monthly visits, others want quarterly check-ins. The benefit is clear: when something breaks, you won't scramble to find contractors or face unexpected repair costs.

The Benefits of a Subscription Service

It's a simple method that really works. You don't have to recall when the gutters were last cleaned or the furnace filter was replaced if you hire an expert in Highwood, IL, on a regular basis. The system keeps track of what has to be done to keep your home running well. Your technician takes care of everything else once you set up frequent visits.

  • Predictable Monthly Costs: With FixHome+ recurring plans, you know exactly what you'll spend each month. This beats getting a surprise repair bill on a random Tuesday. Rather than hoping nothing breaks, you can actively plan for home maintenance. Problems can still arise, but at least routine tasks are covered.
  • Works Around Your Schedule: Use the FixHome+ app to schedule upcoming visits. Pick times that don't conflict with work meetings, school pickup, or those few hours when you'd rather not have people in your house. They work around your life instead of expecting you to rearrange everything for them.
  • Technician Who Knows Your Home: You work with the same professional each visit, and they learn how your property operates quickly. No more explaining that the basement door always sticks or showing them which gutter becomes a waterfall during rain. After the first visit, they know what to watch for and where problems typically occur.

Nobody wants to spend Saturday morning on a ladder cleaning gutters or checking smoke detector batteries. Regular master visits take care of those tedious jobs, freeing up your weekends for things you actually enjoy. Catching and fixing small problems early can save money, too, though sometimes things just break regardless of how well you maintain them.

Recurring Handyman Services in Highwood & Community

Families across more than 30 northwest Chicago suburbs and North Shore communities rely on FixHome+ for ongoing home upkeep. Highwood is a walkable community with residents often out enjoying local festivals like Pumpkin Fest. The last thing anyone wants is to spend their weekends on home repairs. Our app-based system means you don't deal with the usual hassle of making calls for quotes and scheduling appointments. Just add maintenance items to your list, and we handle them during regular visits.

Our team understands the typical challenges that affect homes in this area. With the subscription approach, you know your monthly cost instead of getting surprise bills for repairs.

Customers tell us they appreciate not having to remember when to clean gutters or service the garage door. We're expanding service areas throughout Lake and Cook Counties. If we don't cover your location yet, join our waitlist.

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Handyman service FAQs

Got questions about how FixHome+ works? We’ve put together answers to the most common questions about our handyman subscription, scheduling, services, and what makes us different — so you can get started with confidence.

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The purpose of a FixHome+ subscription is to help homeowners maintain their property in excellent condition through regular, professional handyman services. With scheduled visits each month, you can stay ahead of repairs and routine maintenance, ensuring peace of mind and a well-kept home.

Our recommended Essential package includes two handyman visits per month (4-5 weeks), each lasting up to 2 hours, for $349/month. This plan is ideal for addressing ongoing repairs and maintenance tasks to keep your home in top shape.

For a lighter option, the Home Harmony package offers one visit per month, also up to 2 hours, for $184/month.

Need less frequent support? The Seasonal Shield package provides one handyman visit every 3 months, with up to 2 hours per visit, for $199 per quarter

All plans are carried out by skilled handymen equipped to handle a wide variety of tasks efficiently and professionally.

You can switch plans at any time if you find that too many tasks remain unfinished, or if your current to-do list has grown and the number of visits no longer covers your needs — or, on the contrary, if you no longer require frequent visits.

For more information on all subscription plans, please visit our pricing page.

FixHome+ offers a range of handyman services for home maintenance, including patching and paint touch-ups to fix any holes or scratches. Our local handymen team can also handle minor electrical and plumbing jobs, such as basement sump pump replacement, to prevent flooding and protect against water damage. Interior maintenance services, for example, services like bathroom fan installation/replacement to prevent moisture buildup and reduce the risk of mold growth. When it comes to exterior maintenance, we can assist with garage door spring replacement for proper operation and safety. Additionally, we specialize in seasonal work such as pressure washing siding to enhance the curb appeal of your house or holiday decorations setup. Lastly, we offer Smart Home Technologies services, like installing smart garage door openers for added convenience and security. For a full list of our services, please visit our Services page.

Our team of experienced handymen can tackle a wide range of minor electrical and plumbing jobs, as well as standard handyman tasks around the house. We aim to complete each job in under 2 hours, ensuring you get the help you need quickly and efficiently.

In most cases (95%), our skilled handymen can handle the job themselves. However, if a task requires a specialized skill, we'll connect you with the right vendor and manage the process on your behalf. You'll only pay for the services you receive, with no hidden fees or markups.

See a list of our services.

The FixHome+ app is a convenient tool for managing your home maintenance tasks. You can easily create a To-Do List by providing your contact information, a brief project description, and necessary photos (please notice—the photo is the main part). The app allows you to track the progress of your projects, schedule handyman appointments, and make payments.

A FixHome+ subscription offers multiple options to suit your property needs. We recommend the Essential subscription for $349 as it includes more visits throughout the year, providing excellent value for regular maintenance. Alternatively, you can explore other subscription plans based on the size and condition of your home (House, Townhouse, Apartment, etc) or your specific task list. Choose the plan that works best for you!

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