A Home and Garden Handyman — Killingworth CT

Business Overview

A Home and Garden Handyman is a registered Connecticut home improvement contractor (HIC 0649283) based in Killingworth. The company focuses on residential work but accepts select small commercial jobs. They handle routine maintenance, planned upgrades, and urgent repairs. Emergency service is available for true plumbing or safety issues; customers are asked to call to confirm response times. The team is small and hands-on, led by the owner with occasional trusted subcontractors when a job needs extra hands.

Key Services

The business covers a broad array of home tasks. Work is organized so homeowners can book one contractor for multiple related jobs.

• Painting: interior wall and trim painting, exterior painting, staining, room painting, wallpaper removal.
• Plumbing: inspections, repairs, installation and replacement of fixtures and small appliances, fixing leaky faucets.
• Carpentry & Repairs: door installation and repair, exterior trim or molding painting, floor and drywall repair, caulking, tile installation or replacement.
• Installations & Assembly: appliance installation, furniture assembly, handyman installation and general assembly work.
• Finishing: interior and exterior staining, painting interior and exterior elements, repair and touch-up work.

Areas Served

A Home and Garden Handyman Killingworth CT serves many towns across central and shoreline Connecticut. Common service towns include:

• Bristol, Meriden, Middletown, Wallingford, Southington
• West Haven, East Haven, Madison, Old Saybrook, Clinton
• Berlin, Farmington, Cromwell, Portland, Durham
• North Branford, Middlefield, Higganum, Killingworth and nearby villages such as Cheshire Village and Wallingford Center

Company History

The company grew from a personal trade into a licensed business. Mike Turecek left a 24-year corporate career and started this business after years of hands-on projects taught by his father and grandfather. Early work began with small local repairs and yard projects, and over time the work expanded to include plumbing, painting, and more skilled carpentry. The business keeps a neighborhood focus and often returns to the same homes for follow-up work.

Leadership

Owner and founder Mike Turecek runs day-to-day operations. He trained informally from childhood and later sharpened skills on his own homes. Mike's background in technical support shaped a practical approach to clear communication and punctual visits. He stays active in local discussions about older New England house maintenance and shares project notes on the company blog.

Specialties & Highlights

• Licensed contractor with experience on older Connecticut homes and seaside cottages.
• Single-point contact: owner-led work means fewer surprises for homeowners.
• Flexible scheduling for small projects and quick repairs.
• Hands-on carpentry roots combined with plumbing and painting skills.

Why Locals Choose A Home and Garden Handyman

Residents pick A Home and Garden Handyman Killingworth CT for practical, down-to-earth service. The company is known for clear communication, on-time arrivals, and finishing work to agreed plans. For homeowners who prefer a steady local contractor for paint touch-ups, faucet fixes, or door installs, this business provides steady, familiar support across central Connecticut.