Oakbridge Home Services (SOMAX GROUP LLC) provides handyman work for homes in Skokie, IL. Fence work is a good starting point for a combined list: a gate that will not latch, a board that has split, a post that leans, or a latch that needs replacing. A fence is easy to walk along and photograph section by section, and those photos, together with a note about the fence material and the length involved, make the scope clear.
Inside the home, the same message can cover a door that sticks, a wall that needs patching, or a room that needs painting. Putting outdoor and indoor items in one list keeps the visit, the parts, and the price in a single agreed scope.
Handyman services in Skokie
- Fence repair: boards, posts, gates, and latches within handyman scope, including gate adjustments and latch replacement.
- Drywall repair: holes, cracks, dents, nail pops, and damaged corners, with patching and texture matching where the surrounding surface allows it.
- Interior painting: walls, ceilings, trim, and interior doors, with colour, sheen, and coats agreed before work starts.
- Door repairs: sticking doors, doors that will not latch, sagging hinges, and loose handles and locks.
- Carpentry and trim: baseboards, door and window trim, shelving, and small trim repairs.
- Light fixtures and ceiling fans: replacement and installation within handyman scope.
- Outlets and switches: replacement of outlets, switches, and covers within handyman scope.
- Faucets and toilets: faucet replacement, toilet repairs and replacement, and small plumbing fittings within handyman scope.
- Garbage disposals: replacement and repair of garbage disposals.
- Appliance installation and repair: installation and small repairs within handyman scope.
What the work includes
For fence repair, the work includes checking the affected boards, posts, gates, and latches, then replacing or refixing the parts that are causing the problem and checking that gates close and latch as intended. Where a post has moved, the post and its footing area are checked before a repair method is agreed. Indoor work on the same list, such as a door adjustment or a wall patch, is checked and scoped separately.
Only handyman-scope repairs and installations are offered. No electrical panel work, gas work, or major trade work is included. If a job turns out to need work outside that scope, that is stated before work starts, so the scope can be agreed in plain terms.
What the price depends on
The price depends on the job itself: the number of fence boards, posts, or gates involved, the fence material, the length of the affected section, and any indoor items on the same list. Pricing is by the work, not by the hour. A price is given only after a description, photos, ZIP code or address, and phone number have been sent.
How to get a price in Skokie
Use the Get a Price form and send a description of the job, clear photos of each item or area, your ZIP code or address, and your phone number. You can also call or text (224) 584-5800 with the same details. For a fence, walk along the affected section and photograph each damaged board, post, gate, and latch. Timing is agreed when booking.
Handyman in Skokie: frequently asked questions
Can a gate latch be replaced without replacing the gate?
Often, yes. The gate, its hinges, and the latch are checked first, and the part that is causing the problem is agreed before work starts.
What photos help for fence repair?
Send a wide photo of the affected fence section, plus close photos of each damaged board, post, gate, and latch, and a note about the fence material.
Can indoor repairs be added to a fence job?
Yes. A door, wall, or painting item can be listed in the same message and priced as part of one job.
What do I need to send to get a price?
Send a description of the job, clear photos of each item or area, your ZIP code or address, and your phone number through the Get a Price form, or call or text (224) 584-5800. A price is given only after those details have been sent.
When is the timing agreed?
Timing is agreed when booking. Call or text (224) 584-5800, or send your job through the Get a Price form, to arrange a time.
See the full list of areas on the Service Areas page, and the wider handyman service on the Handyman Chicago page.