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Review Date: 08/03/2023 | Author: Robert K.

Comments: Master builders, save my deck project after another contractor disappeared. Larry came out the day. I called them, drove out to Loweâ s with me to buy the material I needed, and then went and visited the inspector to let him know that he was taking over the project. The work they did was fantastic And I would definitely recommend them to other people

Review Date: 06/20/2023 | Author: Chris V.

Comments: Very prompt and polite. He listened to what I wanted done and did the job well.

Review Date: 12/29/2022 | Author: Marty W.

Comments: Larry was awesome. He started the job when he said he would and stuck with it until he was done with the job. The price was reasonable and he kept us informed on what he was doing.

Review Date: 12/29/2022 | Author: Ephraim P.

Comments: Great experience, great work!

Review Date: 11/07/2022 | Author: Katheryn K.

Comments: Larry was a wonderful person to work with. He did an absolutely great job in helping us get our house ready to put on the market. He is very knowledgeable and a pretty good teacher too, as he taught me to do a lot of the things he was doing. He knew exactly what needed to be done and did it to our complete satisfaction. After he left, I installed bifold doors in a room that he could not do as we needed to get carpet first. I texted him a picture when I completed it and thanked him for teaching me. He responded with â Iâ m proud of you!â I have already given his name and number to 2 people, one of which was our realtor whom is always in need of names of trustworthy, reliable, and hardworking handymen. I would recommend him to anyone, without hesitation, and will definitely call him again if needed. I would give him 6 stars on a five star scale.

Review Date: 10/26/2022 | Author: Emma P.

Comments: I called Master Builders after hours late one Tuesday evening and promptly received a phone call back the next morning. Larry came out to my house that same morning and met with my husband. He gave me a very reasonable quote compared to what other companies previously had almost to where I was skeptical my husband had left out a few details. I called Larry just to confirm details and he offered to come back by a little later in the afternoon once I had gotten home from work just to go over everything with me. He reassured me of all the details and told me it would be no problem. Larry returned Friday morning and we could not be happier with the job he did. The doors look better than I ever could have imagined. Larry really is a jack of all trades and we are very lucky we chose to use him. He will forever be our go to handyman and just a great guy all the way around. THANK YOU MASTER BUILDERS!!!

Review Date: 08/29/2022 | Author: Kim B.

Comments: Very reliable and very experienced, they can do everything you need done!

Review Date: 01/08/2020 | Author: Brandy P.

Comments: Quality work and friendly.

Review Date: 10/16/2019 | Author: Bob S.

Comments: We had Larry and Crew out for a week and it was one of the most pleasurable experiences we have ever had will a builder/contractor was very reassuring and trusting had my best interest at heart always concerned. to me that was the best part of dealing with them. Not only was the job done to perfection we have made a long lasting friendship and will always call him for things we will be doing in the near future.

Review Date: 07/29/2019 | Author: Michael H.

Review Date: 05/23/2019 | Author: Debra R.

Comments: Professional and reasonably priced, very knowledgable, an expert at his job

Review Date: 05/18/2019 | Author: Carol B.

Comments: Wonderful experience. Friendly, easy going yet very professional. I couldn't be more pleased. Asked what I wanted rather than trying to sell me more than I needed. Honest and trustworthy. I have future projects planned waiting for their availability.

Review Date: 03/23/2018 | Author: Andrew R.

Comments: Pros do excellent work and superior customer service. Will definitely look forward to many years of partnership.

Review Date: 03/12/2018 | Author: Tina R.

Comments: Larry and crew were very professional but down to earth. I will definitely hire them again.

Review Date: 02/19/2018 | Author: David E.

Comments: These contractors are the best! Period. I had several jobs i needed done in my bathroom. I called them on a Sunday, we scheduled an appointment for the next day on Monday between 9:00am and 10:00am. They came at 9:30am due to it raining outside and even called to let me know. Larry and Ed we pleasant and personable. The work they completed is right and exact! If I ever need anything done that I cannot handle, they're my go to guys hands down.

Review Date: 06/01/2017 | Author: Adrienne J.

Comments: Jerry was great. He uninstalled my old dishwasher and install new dish washer.

Review Date: 05/21/2017 | Author: Jorge W.

Comments: I needed a three season room repaired d/t rotting wood. They came on time. Let me know exactly what was going on when they found some unexpected rot on the wood support beams. They consulted with me and we decided that more repairs would be needed. They did a great job and I would hire them again.

Review Date: 05/08/2017 | Author: Edward L.

Comments: Larry was Great!! paid him 50% up front for the supplies which is NORMAL and when completed paid him for the other 50% when done plus labor. HE DID OUTSTANDING JOB!!!!!!!!!!

Review Date: 09/19/2016 | Author: Phil G.

Comments: Larry and team (Jim and Jimmy), did an exceptional job. When the job I contracted for turned out to much more extensive, Larry was extremely supportive and jumped right in to make sure I was taken care of. They did a wonderful job. I couldn’t be happier. They were extremely hard working guys and made sure the job was of the highest quality. On a personal note, the guys were some of the best real people I have ever come in contact with. Personable, polite and hard working. Couldn’t ask for much better. If I ever need work done around my house in the future, there is only one team I will call. Master Builders.

Review Date: 08/25/2016 | Author: a Neighbor

Comments: I recently purchased a home and needed a myriad of handyman type projects completed. The projects ranged from the more complex (e.g., replacing front door of the home) to the simple (removing a bird's nest from a vent located on the exterior of the home). No matter the type of project, I found Larry and his team to be professional, amicable and extremely thorough. They arrived on time ready to work and identified as well as completed additional projects that improved the overall stability of my home. A special thank you to Jim who showed such kindness to my two little curious dogs as you painted and completed the installation of the front door. The cost for the services provided was reasonable and there were no surprises. Just excellent work! I will definitely consider working with Larry and his team for future handyman projects and have already shared Larry's card with family and friends.

Review Date: 08/24/2016 | Author: Elaina E.

Comments: Great to deal with .

Review Date: 08/09/2016 | Author: Bill J.

Comments: Larry and his team were great to work with.The best group of guys. Worked great together and they are professionals.

Review Date: 09/04/2015 | Author: Jody H.

Comments: Work was done well in reasonable amount of time. Reasonable price

Review Date: 08/11/2015 | Author: Christopher S.

Comments: Larry and his crew did an excellent job. I would recommend them again.

Review Date: 07/28/2015 | Author: Lenoire N.

Comments: Friendly, just great at what he does. Excellent work on the projects I needed done. Have already asked for more projects to be done by him and his assistant. Would recommend him to anyone looking for a project that needs a PRO.

Review Date: 06/27/2015 | Author: Jan B.

Comments: Larry responded to my request for service very promptly and scheduled my project quickly. He and Jonathan do a great job. They were very courteous and professional as well as letting me know what was happening along the way. I would definitely hire them again.

Review Date: 03/03/2015 | Author: Laura K.

Comments: Larry Lockport and his assistant were friendly, worked around my schedule, were upfront about the free estimate and worked to a perfectionist level. They were very professional and I plan to hire them again!

Review Date: 02/28/2015 | Author: Bruce S.

Comments: insulation crawl space

Review Date: 02/26/2015 | Author: Bill M.

Comments: On time. Kept apprised of projects progress.

Review Date: 02/09/2015 | Author: Mark B.

Comments: Larry and his associate were pleasant and professional, arrived in a timely manner and did a perfect job. I would highly recommend them.

Review Date: 10/11/2014 | Author: Victor & lisa S.

Comments: Larry was prompt arriving and he inquired if I was pleased with the job; considering that he completed a plumbing project, I have to wait at least a couple of weeks to ensure the issue has been permanently resolved; he also installed a top to my extremely gigantic dog run, which others could not or would not attempt to do. Larry gave me a creative idea what type of top to use for this project! Now, hopefully it holds up after the next torrential rain storm and throughout the winter as well.

Review Date: 09/11/2014 | Author: Carolyn W.

Comments: Larry was prompt in responding, reliable in every way and did excellent work. He was great to work with and very helpful. I could not be happier with the jobs he did. I have already hired him for another job and will be referring my friends to him.

Review Date: 09/02/2014 | Author: Soo L.

Comments: Did a very good job

Review Date: 08/20/2014 | Author: Glen B.

Comments: Larry Lockwood was quite cordial and professional; his work was efficiently completed. I would hire him again for future projects.

Review Date: 06/23/2014 | Author: Patricia D.

Comments: It was a fantastic experience! Master Builders (Larry L.) did phenomenal work, quick, done right, and my kind of price. I Will be continually using this company to complete my home repairs and updating my outdated home. thanks Larry see you soon!

Review Date: 06/19/2014 | Author: B. T.

Comments: I had a wonderful experience with Larry. He arrive on time, was very professional in repairing the items that I requested. I will invite him back to do more projects.

Review Date: 06/13/2014 | Author: Thomas G.

Comments: We had a screened in sun room that desperately needed to be re framed before more windows broke. The team of two arrived on time, worked very hard and finished the re framing project on time. Larry was easy to contact and pleasant to work with. It was obvious that he had multiple jobs during the same week but made accommodations for me so we could get the project completed in a timely manner. Would recommend him to my friends and family.

Review Date: 06/08/2014 | Author: Monica H.

Comments: Larry & his partner arrived on time. They were very courteous, friendly and professional. Larry gave a fair & reasonable estimate for the work to be done. I had a broken window repaired/glass replaced and repaired wooden gate. Larry & his partner did an excellent job. I am extremely happy with their work & and I will be calling Larry again very soon. I definitely recommend ??? Master Builders ??? to others.

Review Date: 06/02/2014 | Author: Diana B.

Comments: Larry is as honest and reliable as anyone could hope for, we had Our countertops replaced by Home Depot and Larry removed the old counters and sink. He then installed the new sink. When Home Depot screwed up he was there for us. Would hire him anytime!

Review Date: 05/22/2014 | Author: Karen P.

Comments: A home inspector by trade, Larry and a colleague installed 10 doors, a new bathroom window, fixed siding, calked a tub, installed new baseboards, and built and hung valences. It was all hard, but "must be perfect" work. I couldn't be happier. I will definitely call him again.

Review Date: 05/18/2014 | Author: Dwayne R.

Comments: My project was pretty involved but it was done under the price estimate. Also due to my work schedule and some unforeseen circumstances, the project took a little longer than originally quoted. Larry was very good at working around my schedule and always kept me informed of everything that was done before it was started and gave me options as well as suggestioning his own ideas for me to decide on ahead of time. I was very pleased with his companies work and will definately hire them for any future projects around my house.

Review Date: 03/17/2014 | Author: Cleve M.

Comments: Everything was done timely and to my satisfaction

Review Date: 02/27/2014 | Author: Yolanda S.

Comments: Was very please and Mr. Larry was knowelable, helpful,experience I will alway use Mr. Larry first and so glad I found home advisor this services make me feel more comfortable in my home knowing that I can get quality expert, care at affordable prices at my fingertip. Thanks again I feel lucky to had found this service

Review Date: 11/23/2013 | Author: Jean H.

Comments: We we SO please of "find" Larry. He not only came to assist us with a water leak the same day, but was friendly, professional, and a pleasure to have in our home. We will definately call him when we need help in the future.

Review Date: 11/08/2013 | Author: Bob V.

Comments: When we contacted Larry, we were still waiting to hear from someone we had contacted a few days earlier. We're still waiting to hear from the other guy. Larry was at our place within 10 minutes of making contact with him. The work was done two days later, at a great price too. Not only that, there's the personal factor: He just seems like a great guy.

Review Date: 11/05/2013 | Author: Julie T.

Comments: punctual, reasonably priced

Review Date: 11/05/2013 | Author: Amanda C.

Comments: Larry gave me a fair price and was very efficient. He removed a side porch I had and resided where the porch used to be. He did a great job. I will be using him again in the future for other jobs.

Review Date: 09/14/2013 | Author: a Neighbor

Comments: experienced guy who knows what he is doing

Review Date: 09/03/2013 | Author: a Neighbor

Comments: very knowledgeable and professional about his job

Review Date: 07/08/2013 | Author: a Neighbor

Comments: Larry put in some 2 x 4 supports in my kitchen to be extra support for the granite counters I was having installed. He did a great job and would hire him again.

Review Date: 03/25/2013 | Author: Megan W.

Comments: Larry did a good job on replacing our damaged wood trim we had. We would use him again if we had a project that was wood related.

Review Date: 02/27/2013 | Author: a Neighbor

Comments: Very timely, kept costs low.

Review Date: 10/28/2012 | Author: Bruce S.

Comments: very good and professional

Review Date: 09/27/2012 | Author: Kristal B.

Comments: Bathtub faucet was leaking and I needed a handyman. Called Master Builders and Larry was able to come out right away and look at it. We set up a time to have it fixed and he fixed it for me. It took a couple of tries and trips to Home Depot due to defective parts, but Larry made sure it was fixed properly and charged me fairly for his time.

Review Date: 08/31/2012 | Author: a Neighbor

Comments: Very respectful. Great work. Low price. Having him come back to do more work....

Review Date: 08/24/2012 | Author: May S.

Comments: Needed to have outside light repaired/replaced. Work was done in very quick and efficient manner and at great price. Definitely would call on Larry Lockwood again if the need arises.

Review Date: 08/21/2012 | Author: Phyllis B.

Comments: Larry was knowledgeable and very pleasant. He did a great job hanging cabinets, investigating a leak and repairing the drywall and rewiring an electrical outlet. I am pleased with the work and would hire him again.

Review Date: 08/01/2012 | Author: Sandi F.

Comments: Larry and Jason from MasterBuilders did a great job with my bathroom remodel. It required more work than any of us thought but was completed on time. I highly recommend them.

Review Date: 06/08/2012 | Author: Denise J.

Comments: Excellent

Review Date: 05/02/2012 | Author: Robert D.

Comments: I had Larry Lockwood from Master Builders rescreen my outside deck. He did a wonderful job and cleaned up after himself. Very professional!