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- Concord Shoe RepairHave always been very pleased with his work on our shoes and boots. This time took him a vintage leather jacket with a ragged shoulder tear. He did an absolutely remarkable patch job, making it look as if it was part of the jacket design. True craftsmanship!
- Colonial Chem-DryColonial kept me informed during the repair. I also received a follow call after delivery of the sofa asking if the repair was to my liking.
- HUB LEATHER REPAIROutstanding work restoring 13 years worth of cat scratches on a full-grain aniline leather couch. This is the most unforgiving kind of leather and also the most rewarding to the touch - after restoration, the couch looks like new and feels supple like on the first day. The team is truly passionate about their work and the end results show it
- HUB LEATHER REPAIRGreat! Bryan spent a lot of time restoring my leather sectional. I enjoy relaxing on it again. The leather is smooth an supple again!
- HUB LEATHER REPAIRBryan re-did my leather chair and just did a fantastic job. The quality of the work was fantastic and he was a delightful person to do business with.
- HUB LEATHER REPAIRBryan Graves is an artisan who works miracles on damaged leather and will not give up until the job is 100% perfect. We have a beautiful Hancock Moore leather chair which was severely damaged with black stains from multiple treatments I had foolishly tried myself. I ended up with a black arm on tan leather chair with the damage going into several layers of the leather. The obvious option was to reupholster the arm and match the leather, but Bryan wanted to try to save it. Within four hours and Bryan's own intuitive and skilled methods, he restored the arm right in our house. If I could show you the pictures, you would agree that this level of craftsmanship and artistic ingenuity doesn't exist much anymore. He loves his work and a challenge and it shows
- HUB LEATHER REPAIRBryan is a miracle worker! Our light-colored leather sofa was dirty, cracked, worn, and looking tired - and it no longer looked like its 'matching' love seat. Frankly, it was an embarrassment. We considered replacing both pieces but couldn't find anything we liked and were horrified by the low quality and the high prices. Although someone suggested renovation and referred us to HUB Leather, we couldn't believe that this was an option due to the poor condition of the sofa. However, after exploring the HUB Leather website, we submitted photos and received an informative email in return. Bryan recommended replacing the leather tops and restoring/cleaning/conditioning the whole set to ensure that it matches; this route is recommended if the cost of the renovation is less than half the cost of replacement (which it definitely was). He came to the house, disassembled the sofa to remove the seat leather, and then re-assembled it so that it was available for our use (covered by a blanket). He then sent a few leather samples for us to choose from based on color, thickness, etc. Once we selected the leather, he obtained the leather, sewed the seat cover, and then returned to the house to reassemble the sofa and restore/clean/condition the set, which was completed in a few hours. Watching him work was like watching an artist and when he was done, we couldn't believe the difference between the before and after (see photos!). The sofa has been given a second life! The entire process took ~8 weeks from start to finish, which is approximately the same length of time it would have taken to order and receive a new sofa
- HUB LEATHER REPAIRAmazing,! He seamlessly re-stained the affected areas and the sectional looked new, when completed. I would recommend Hub Leather to everyone!
- HUB LEATHER REPAIRHe did an excellent job. You never know it was repaired. He was professional and took his time made them look like brand new.
- HUB LEATHER REPAIRThey said what they were going to do and they did in the time frame I was given. Very nice job!! You would never know the cushion tops have been replaced. They match seamlessly!!
Last update on January 13, 2021
Leather Repair Specialist in Boston
Spotless & Handyman, LLC specializes in interior and exterior services including painting, carpentry, flooring, and other repairs. Whether you need a major repair or a renovation, our handyman can deliver professional skills at a fair price. It is our highest priority to get the job done right the first time on every assignment.
Our crew have over 20yrs of experience in the field and we operate as one stop shop to resolve our customers problems.
"It was a very good company. They were explained what they're going to do and the price did not change. The craftsmanship was really good and they were very skilled. This company finished the job very well. I would definitely use them again and recommend them for sure."
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Red Carpet has been a family owned & operated business since 1994 specializing in Carpet Cleaning, Air Duct Cleaning, Tile & Grout Cleaning and Upholstery Cleaning. We pride ourselves in quality cleaning services, reasonable rates, and years of satisfied clients. We are fully bonded and insured in the eastern Mass. & greater Rhode Island areas.
"Great, rug looks brand new. The traffic areas were matted and the rug was very dirty. They did a terrific job, doesn't look like the same rug!"
Chem-Dry Carpet Cleaning Is Drier, Cleaner, and Healthier than traditional steam cleaning. Our patented hot carbonating process will leave your carpet sparkling clean and dry in just 1 - 2 hours. Our Green certified cleaning solution, is safe for people and pets. Using the power of crystal clear carbonation rather than harsh soaps and shampoos means your carpets will stay cleaner longer. Our goal is to exceed our customers expectations.See our website for testimonials and a full description o..
"It went well. The tech was friendly, punctual, and responsive. He did not move some of the furniture, as past techs have done, which we didn't discover until after he left. That was disappointing, but besides that he did a great job."
Family owned business with over 35 years of experience. Third generation.
It's our main priority to make sure your furniture get's completed with quality, experienced craftsmanship, and a precise attention to detail.
"DiCarlo did a great job at a reasonable price. I’d definitely use them again"
Thank you for your interest in Phalan Construction! Winner of the Angies List Super Service award 2011, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 2016. Please Contact Me by email at Info@phalanconstruction.com or through the contact link at my website www.phalanconstruction.com. Include pictures and a detailed work list for best response. Please understand, I typically work by myself and if I am unable to respond to your email request or phone call within a reasonable time, it is due to prescheduled work. I am inte..
"Bob was great to work with. Very prompt in responding and getting information to me. I purchased shades to install on our skylights, but didn't have a tall enough ladder to reach. Bob came out, with the right equipment, installed the shades, made sure they worked, and cleaned up the area after he was done.
Established in 1993
Hub Leather Repair is the premier provider of leather repair service in New England, including Eastern Massachusetts, the Greater Boston Area, Southern New Hampshire, and Northern Rhode Island. Founded in 1993 by owner Bryan Graves, Hub Leather began with a commitment to excellence in craftmanship that has become its trademark.
Hub's first official business contract was with Jennifer Leather in 1993. Much of our innovative leather repair processes were honed and developed..
"Well, they did the work on time for price agreed on. Work was very good, but not quite perfect."
Fibrenew of Northeast Boston is an Independently Owned and Operated Franchise and provides Mobile service. Fibrenew are the Experts in Leather, Vinyl and Plastic Restoration.
Family owner and operated.......located in downtown Boston since 1917
"Beautiful work. Also did top lifts on women's shoes. Came back with excellent work and polished. John is an interesting guy with a wide range of knowledge in addition to his skill with shoes.
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Local company providing high quality work for a fair price. Always on time, polite and professional. Specializing in painting and Power washing, handyman work, hardscape projects, tile work, and demolition also offered.
"New front of house landscaping completed"
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- Machine Age645 Summer St
Boston, Massachusetts 02210
- Machine Age
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- American Chem Dry20 Commercial Dr Ste 4
Wrentham, Massachusetts 02093
- American Chem Dry
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- Belmont Seat Cover Co347 Pleasant St
Belmont, Massachusetts 02478 - BIKER'S OUTFITTER INC1039 BROADWAY
Revere, Massachusetts 02151
- Belmont Seat Cover Co
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- Colonial Chem-Dry152 Milford Street
Upton, Massachusetts 01568
- Colonial Chem-Dry
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- DiCarlo Upholstery, Corp.142 EAST ST
East Weymouth, Massachusetts 02189
- DiCarlo Upholstery, Corp.
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- HUB LEATHER REPAIR35 Tripp Street
Framingham, Massachusetts 01702
- HUB LEATHER REPAIR
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- MAZMANIAN RUGS INC321 BOSTON RD
Billerica, Massachusetts 01821
- MAZMANIAN RUGS INC
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- Phalan Construction & The Handyman881 R Waverly St
Framingham, Massachusetts 01702
- Phalan Construction & The Handyman
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- QUALITY LEATHER CARE74 Maple St Ste R2
Stoneham, Massachusetts 02180
- QUALITY LEATHER CARE
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- R.H. Home Solutions79 Elm St
Nashua, New Hampshire 03060 - Red Carpet Co463 Worcester Rd Ste 301
Framingham, Massachusetts 01701
- R.H. Home Solutions
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- Sofaman Services590 Middle St 112
East Weymouth, Massachusetts 02189 - Sunshine Cleaning SystemsPO Box 540365
Waltham, Massachusetts 02454
- Sofaman Services