# Wild Bill's Handyman Service

**Trade:** Handyman · **Address:** 8 Terry Ln, Wareham, MA 02571 · **Phone:** (508) 317-5522 · **Website:** https://www.wildbillshandymanservice.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 2.4/5** (medium confidence) — from 13 reviews across 5 sources.
54% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 1 reviews, 1 negative.

## The honest read

Wild Bill's Handyman Service is a one-man, family-run handyman operation based in Wareham, MA, personally run by its owner, referred to throughout as "Bill," offering yard cleanups, painting, snow plowing, property maintenance and small remodels. The company holds an active, registry-verified Massachusetts Home Improvement Contractor license (#209781).

Google reviews going back to 2023 repeatedly describe Bill and his crew handling a wide range of jobs in one visit — drywall and ceiling repair, painting, storm door and window replacement, gutter cleaning and roof work — with some customers saying they've called him back for job after job. Other reviewers praise fast turnaround on seasonal work: a same-day-to-next-day yard cleanup with flower beds, mulch and power washing, deck-board replacement, and prompt, same-hour snow removal arranged remotely for an out-of-town customer's family.

Alongside that praise, several reviewers spanning 2023 and 2025 describe scheduled estimate appointments that were missed entirely, or estimates that never arrived despite repeated follow-up calls. A 2025 reviewer says a gutter-cleaning job left a downspout unfinished and that a subcontracted mason never completed an outdoor fireplace-hearth repair the customer had already paid $900 for. A 2026 review also reported debris falling from an uncovered company trailer on the road, causing a flat tire — a road-safety complaint rather than a workmanship one, but the business's most recent public review.

Angi and HomeAdvisor both list the business as new to their platforms with no reviews yet there, and both FAQs state it does not offer emergency services or free estimates — directly at odds with the 24-hour emergency-call claim on its own site, worth confirming directly before booking. For a straightforward yard, painting or small repair job with a licensed, active HIC, Wild Bill's has a track record of getting the work done well once scheduled; anyone with a time-sensitive job should get a firm appointment and estimate commitment in writing given the responsiveness complaints above.

**Strengths:**
- Multi-trade handyman work — reviewers cite drywall, painting, storm door and gutter jobs handled in one visit
- Fast seasonal turnaround — reviewers praise quick yard cleanup, power washing and deck work
- Reliable snow removal — praised for prompt, same-hour response for an out-of-town customer's family

**Concerns:**
- Estimate follow-through — several reviewers report missed appointments or unanswered quote requests
- Unfinished hearth repair — a 2025 reviewer says a paid $900 mason job was never completed
- Emergency-service conflict — Angi/HomeAdvisor FAQs say no emergency service while the site advertises 24-hour calls

**Where sources disagree:**
- Angi and HomeAdvisor FAQs state the business does not offer emergency services or free estimates, directly contradicting the business's own website, which advertises '24H Emergency Calls As Well!'

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Holds an active Massachusetts Home Improvement Contractor license (#209781), verified against the state registry under the entity Wild Bills Handyman Services INC. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.wildbillshandymanservice.com) — “Self-reported license/registration number (NOT verified against any registry): HIC Licence Number: 209781”
  - [State License Registry](https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search) — “MA hic license 209781 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: Wild Bills Handyman Services INC”
- Google shows a 3.2-star average from 13 ratings. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Wild%20Bill's%20Handyman%20Service&query_place_id=ChIJMfEHm4HnkS4RUMusVbCbcgk) — “Google: 3.2★ from 13 ratings”
- Based in Wareham, MA; self-described as offering yard cleanups, painting, snow plowing/removal, property maintenance and remodels, with 24-hour emergency calls. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.wildbillshandymanservice.com) — “A Wareham, MA-based handyman service offering yard cleanups, painting, snow plowing/removal, property maintenance and remodels for homeowner…”
- The business is personally run by its owner, referred to throughout as 'Bill.' _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.wildbillshandymanservice.com) — “Ownership (self-reported): Personally run by 'Bill' (the site refers to him throughout: 'Bill has learned almost everything there is to lear…”
- Reviewers repeatedly describe one visit covering multiple trades — drywall/ceiling repair, painting, storm door and window replacement, gutter cleaning and roof work. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNweDhmaDN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICpx8fh3wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Just finished booking ANOTHER visit because Wild Bill does it all! We have used him and his crew for drywall/ceiling repair, painting, st…”
- A 2023 reviewer credits fast, same-day-to-next-day turnaround on a yard cleanup, flower beds, mulch, power washing and deck-board replacement. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSdGJQWUt3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICRtbPYKw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ This business is remarkable. I called one day before. Everything was done the day after. I needed a yard clean up flower beds dug up new …”
- A reviewer praised prompt, same-hour snow removal arranged remotely for an out-of-town customer's family. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURodU9XYWJnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDhuOWabg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We’ve used Wild Bill’s for several outdoor projects, they’re always super prompt and always provide great service at a great price. I’m o…”
- Multiple reviewers in 2023 and 2025 report missed estimate appointments or no response after repeated follow-up calls for a quote. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xORFNGOUtkMVJyYTBoc1RsVnBTRll4VjFwQlptYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlNDSF9Kd1Rra0hsTlVpSFYxV1pBZmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ Good luck getting them to respond to inquiries or give an estimate.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VNclJwY0NTcG9XMDBnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEMrRpcCSpoW00gE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ Contacted them for an estimate.  They came out and told me I would receive an estimate by 6/9/25.  I have followed up 3 times and receive…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNackpYdUZREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICZrJXuFQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ Called last week & got an appointment with 'Bill' today. No call No show. No thanks,  just NOPE. I also take back the one star I had to l…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNwX19pVUVREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICp__iUEQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ I Called & scheduled appointment for 4 pm to have a quote on 4 shed doors, ramp and 2 stairs. Person never showed up. Called next day ,be…”
- A 2025 reviewer says a gutter-cleaning job left a downspout unfinished and that a subcontracted mason never completed a paid $900 outdoor fireplace-hearth repair. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25kWlQzUmxRV1J1UzBsSGNrWnNlVWh2VDNKWE1sRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOndZT3RlQWRuS0lHckZseUhvT3JXMlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “2★ Bill quoted a fair price to clean my gutters but missed cleaning out one of the downspouts. When he came back he blamed the leaf guards, …”
- A 2026 reviewer reported debris falling from an uncovered company trailer on the road, causing a flat tire — a road-safety complaint rather than a workmanship one. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xFNFV5MVNia3g0VEhaR1R6bDNVMFI2ZFhKR1JIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlE4Uy1Sbkx4THZGTzl3U0R6dXJGRHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ Was driving behind this guy on 25 today as garbage was flying out of his uncovered trailer. I wound up with a flat tire after running ove…”
- Angi and HomeAdvisor FAQs both state the business does not offer emergency services or free estimates, conflicting with the 24-hour emergency claim on its own site. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.wildbillshandymanservice.com) — “A Wareham, MA-based handyman service offering yard cleanups, painting, snow plowing/removal, property maintenance and remodels for homeowner…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/wareham/wild-bills-handyman-service-reviews-121769955.htm) — “Angi profile for Wild Bill's Handyman Service, Wareham MA (8 Terry Ln) — a new pro on Angi/HomeAdvisor with no reviews yet, 6 years of exper…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.WildBillsConstruction.121769955.html) — “HomeAdvisor profile for Wild Bill's Handyman Service, Wareham MA (8 Terry Ln) — byte-identical mirror of the Angi profile (same listing id 1…”
- Angi and HomeAdvisor list the business as new to their platforms with 6 years of experience and no reviews yet on either platform. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/wareham/wild-bills-handyman-service-reviews-121769955.htm) — “Angi profile for Wild Bill's Handyman Service, Wareham MA (8 Terry Ln) — a new pro on Angi/HomeAdvisor with no reviews yet, 6 years of exper…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.WildBillsConstruction.121769955.html) — “HomeAdvisor profile for Wild Bill's Handyman Service, Wareham MA (8 Terry Ln) — byte-identical mirror of the Angi profile (same listing id 1…”
- Specializes in Handyman _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.wildbillshandymanservice.com) — “A Wareham, MA-based handyman service offering yard cleanups, painting, snow plowing/removal, property maintenance and remodels for homeowner…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNsbDhlaWhRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICll8eihQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Wild Bill is my go to handy man service!  From trash removal, painting and installation. Excellent service and affordable prices!”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNweDhmaDN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICpx8fh3wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Just finished booking ANOTHER visit because Wild Bill does it all! We have used him and his crew for drywall/ceiling repair, painting, st…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSdGJQWUt3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICRtbPYKw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ This business is remarkable. I called one day before. Everything was done the day after. I needed a yard clean up flower beds dug up new …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURodU9XYWJnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDhuOWabg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We’ve used Wild Bill’s for several outdoor projects, they’re always super prompt and always provide great service at a great price. I’m o…”
  - [State License Registry](https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search) — “MA hic license 209781 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: Wild Bills Handyman Services INC”
- Also offers House Painting _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.wildbillshandymanservice.com) — “A Wareham, MA-based handyman service offering yard cleanups, painting, snow plowing/removal, property maintenance and remodels for homeowner…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNsbDhlaWhRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICll8eihQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Wild Bill is my go to handy man service!  From trash removal, painting and installation. Excellent service and affordable prices!”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNweDhmaDN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICpx8fh3wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Just finished booking ANOTHER visit because Wild Bill does it all! We have used him and his crew for drywall/ceiling repair, painting, st…”
- Also offers Landscaping _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.wildbillshandymanservice.com) — “A Wareham, MA-based handyman service offering yard cleanups, painting, snow plowing/removal, property maintenance and remodels for homeowner…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSdGJQWUt3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICRtbPYKw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ This business is remarkable. I called one day before. Everything was done the day after. I needed a yard clean up flower beds dug up new …”
- Also offers Windows / Siding / Gutters _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25kWlQzUmxRV1J1UzBsSGNrWnNlVWh2VDNKWE1sRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOndZT3RlQWRuS0lHckZseUhvT3JXMlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “2★ Bill quoted a fair price to clean my gutters but missed cleaning out one of the downspouts. When he came back he blamed the leaf guards, …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNweDhmaDN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICpx8fh3wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Just finished booking ANOTHER visit because Wild Bill does it all! We have used him and his crew for drywall/ceiling repair, painting, st…”
- Also offers Junk Removal _(confidence: low)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNsbDhlaWhRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICll8eihQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Wild Bill is my go to handy man service!  From trash removal, painting and installation. Excellent service and affordable prices!”
- Also offers Specialty Services _(confidence: low)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSdGJQWUt3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x9729bb055accb50!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICRtbPYKw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ This business is remarkable. I called one day before. Everything was done the day after. I needed a yard clean up flower beds dug up new …”
- Also offers General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: low)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.wildbillshandymanservice.com) — “A Wareham, MA-based handyman service offering yard cleanups, painting, snow plowing/removal, property maintenance and remodels for homeowner…”

## License

Status: **active** (#209781, hic) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-08-24, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Wild%20Bill's%20Handyman%20Service&query_place_id=ChIJMfEHm4HnkS4RUMusVbCbcgk): 3.2★ from 13 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Wild%20Bill's%20Handyman%20Service&query_place_id=ChIJMfEHm4HnkS4RUMusVbCbcgk): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://www.wildbillshandymanservice.com): Self-reported profile and service details
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/wareham/wild-bills-handyman-service-reviews-121769955.htm): Listed on this source
- [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.WildBillsConstruction.121769955.html): Listed on this source

## Recent reviews

- **1/5 · Google Reviews · Wyatt Burns · 2026-04-28**: Was driving behind this guy on 25 today as garbage was flying out of his uncovered trailer. I wound up with a flat tire after running over a piece of wood with a nail in it. Thanks jerk!
- **2/5 · Google Reviews · Brenda Parsons · 2025-10-04**: Bill quoted a fair price to clean my gutters but missed cleaning out one of the downspouts. When he came back he blamed the leaf guards, which he said would not be a problem when he gave the quote. I also hired him to fix my outdoor fireplace hearth, a gift from my late husband.  He sent his Mason, …
- **1/5 · Google Reviews · Mary Ann Marshall-Valair · 2025-07-19**: Good luck getting them to respond to inquiries or give an estimate.
- **1/5 · Google Reviews · Ron Porzio · 2025-06-15**: Contacted them for an estimate.  They came out and told me I would receive an estimate by 6/9/25.  I have followed up 3 times and received no response of any kind
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ademar Junior · 2025-03-13**: Very good
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Tina Risio · 2023-11-28**: Wild Bill is my go to handy man service!  From trash removal, painting and installation. Excellent service and affordable prices!
- **1/5 · Google Reviews · P. Logan · 2023-09-05**: Called last week & got an appointment with 'Bill' today. No call No show. No thanks,  just NOPE. I also take back the one star I had to leave in order to give this review
- **1/5 · Google Reviews · Trevor · 2023-08-13**: I Called & scheduled appointment for 4 pm to have a quote on 4 shed doors, ramp and 2 stairs. Person never showed up. Called next day ,because  things happen ( bad 1st impression to customer) and rescheduled again,
Showed up to look, said quote would be in email no later than Monday… this is on a Fr…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · JD JD · 2023-08-11**: Just finished booking ANOTHER visit because Wild Bill does it all! We have used him and his crew for drywall/ceiling repair, painting, storm door replacement, Anderson Crank Window service, gutter cleaning/repair, roof work and on and on...all this from folks who answer the phone, schedule appointme…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · L F · 2023-04-07**: This business is remarkable. I called one day before. Everything was done the day after. I needed a yard clean up flower beds dug up new loom and mulch. House power washed. Deck boards replaced .I will never go anywhere else. Family business. Friendly. I highly recommend this business. I’m a widow, …

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