If you’ve ever met Greg from Helping Hands Handyman Services, you’ll notice something right away—he really does care. Born and raised in the Northwest Suburbs, Greg watched Randall Road grow from cornfields into what it is today. His deep connection to the community shows in everything he does.

After graduating from Northwest Baptist Academy in 2004, Greg became the first graduate of Elgin Community College’s Entrepreneurship program in 2007. “Even as a kid, I had an entrepreneurial spirit,” he says. “My brother and I made flyers, offered lawn care services, and called ourselves Helping Hands. If we made $20, it felt like a fortune!”

When Greg launched his professional handyman business in 2021, Helping Hands was the only name that made sense. What started as a one-man operation with a few tools has now grown into a trusted property services company, offering everything from minor repairs to major remodeling. Services include sump pump replacements, toilet and faucet installs, ceiling fan adjustments, electrical updates, drywall repair, and more.

“I enjoy working with my hands and solving problems,” Greg says. “And I love knowing the work I do makes someone’s home or business safer, more functional, and more comfortable.”

Greg is also passionate about education—and one tip he loves to share involves ceiling fans. “Most people don’t realize that ceiling fans are designed for both summer and winter use,” he explains. “There’s a switch on the base or remote that changes the direction of the blades. In the summer, fans should rotate counterclockwise to pull cool air up and circulate it. In the winter, switch them to clockwise at a low speed to push warm air down. It makes a big difference in comfort and efficiency.”

What truly sets Greg apart is his commitment to community service. Each month, he donates 10% of his time to help someone in need—free of charge. He accepts nominations from neighbors who know someone facing hardship and in need of repairs they can’t afford. “I’ve been blessed,” Greg says. “This is how I give back.”

With his wife Zinhle—who recently became a U.S. citizen after moving from South Africa—Greg is building not just a business, but a life of service and purpose. Even as he plans to expand into specialized divisions for remodeling and commercial maintenance, he promises to keep Helping Hands personal and responsive.

You can reach Greg directly by call or text at 847-452-2686. Whether it’s a home project or a neighbor in need, Helping Hands is just that—a helping hand.