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DR HANDYMAN SERVICES, LLC

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DR HANDYMAN SERVICES, LLC

4.47(
15
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
407 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to DR HANDYMAN Services! Owner owned and operated with 5+ years experience! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail, while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Great. He did a excellent job was very friendly."

Tammra M on July 2025

Welcome to DR HANDYMAN Services! Owner owned and operated with 5+ years experience! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail, while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Great. He did a excellent job was very friendly."

Tammra M on July 2025


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Action Door & Property Services LLC

4.52(
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Action Door & Property Services LLC

4.52(
89
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Customers say: True professional
47 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

Family owned and operated with years of experience. We're known for our quality workmanship in everything we do! Contact us to learn how we'll help you save money while continuing to meet your desired level of excellence. Give us a call, we'll provide you with competitive quotes and advice on how to proceed with your project!

"I have used other contractors in the past this was my worst experience. I called to schedule an estimate and they were booked out 6 to 8 weeks as of March 10 I got an estimate date first week of June the Day of the estimate I received a call if they can reschedule next week they were busy which I agreed upon. The following week they came out took detailed information on what I needed done and stated they had to draw up an estimate and will get back to me. After the third week I started calling to see where the estimate was it took them three more weeks a total of six weeks to get me an estimate and then the estimate wasn’t of the whole project I wanted done. They missed several things so then I got the second estimate which I agreed upon and they stated they will call back with a date for repairs. Second mistake I waited another four weeks before they got back to me with a date on Monday and Tuesday the end of September. They arrived on Monday and Started some of the work I was a little concerned and called Dean Martin co owner and discussed my concerns the following day they did some adjustments and by the time I got there after a four hour meeting in the morning they were gone. Two workers no more than nine hours of work and they stated they will get back to me with someone to do the drywall patching. Granted this was Tuesday no one got in touch with me until the following Wednesday when they asked if they could come in that Thursday which I was out of town. This is incredibly frustrating they are not well-managed in the Their projects. Granted the flooring was nice but the patch work was disappointing for that price entire walls should be replaced not small sections. So now I had to go ahead and hire another contractor to finish the work and the New contractor got back to me the next day. Angie recommended Action Door they were expensive however I thought that came with their work ethics and quality of work which I am far from impressed. I would not recommend this company to anyone. I just lost $4000 down payment incredible"

Donald H on October 2021

Family owned and operated with years of experience. We're known for our quality workmanship in everything we do! Contact us to learn how we'll help you save money while continuing to meet your desired level of excellence. Give us a call, we'll provide you with competitive quotes and advice on how to proceed with your project!

"I have used other contractors in the past this was my worst experience. I called to schedule an estimate and they were booked out 6 to 8 weeks as of March 10 I got an estimate date first week of June the Day of the estimate I received a call if they can reschedule next week they were busy which I agreed upon. The following week they came out took detailed information on what I needed done and stated they had to draw up an estimate and will get back to me. After the third week I started calling to see where the estimate was it took them three more weeks a total of six weeks to get me an estimate and then the estimate wasn’t of the whole project I wanted done. They missed several things so then I got the second estimate which I agreed upon and they stated they will call back with a date for repairs. Second mistake I waited another four weeks before they got back to me with a date on Monday and Tuesday the end of September. They arrived on Monday and Started some of the work I was a little concerned and called Dean Martin co owner and discussed my concerns the following day they did some adjustments and by the time I got there after a four hour meeting in the morning they were gone. Two workers no more than nine hours of work and they stated they will get back to me with someone to do the drywall patching. Granted this was Tuesday no one got in touch with me until the following Wednesday when they asked if they could come in that Thursday which I was out of town. This is incredibly frustrating they are not well-managed in the Their projects. Granted the flooring was nice but the patch work was disappointing for that price entire walls should be replaced not small sections. So now I had to go ahead and hire another contractor to finish the work and the New contractor got back to me the next day. Angie recommended Action Door they were expensive however I thought that came with their work ethics and quality of work which I am far from impressed. I would not recommend this company to anyone. I just lost $4000 down payment incredible"

Donald H on October 2021


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Mamba Custom Interiors

5.00(
1
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Mamba Custom Interiors

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Corey listened to our desires for the closet space. He designed, created, and installed a closet system that checked all our boxes and then some. He worked hard to make our dream a reality. Now the closet is not organized and functional, but beautiful as well. Highly recommend!"

Brittany E on September 2023

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Corey listened to our desires for the closet space. He designed, created, and installed a closet system that checked all our boxes and then some. He worked hard to make our dream a reality. Now the closet is not organized and functional, but beautiful as well. Highly recommend!"

Brittany E on September 2023


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PatchMaster Serving Harrisburg

5.00(
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PatchMaster Serving Harrisburg

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"As a first time customer can truthfully say his professional work didnâ  t disappoint. Super Job! And he arrived on time - exactly. Already planning to schedule Dylan in the very near future for other home drywall repairs."

Dee S on March 2023

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"As a first time customer can truthfully say his professional work didnâ  t disappoint. Super Job! And he arrived on time - exactly. Already planning to schedule Dylan in the very near future for other home drywall repairs."

Dee S on March 2023


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Fisher's Enterprise, LLC

5.00(
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Fisher's Enterprise, LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Welcome to Fisher's Backyard Structures. We proudly provide the highest quality of service and Amish craftsmanship for each aspect of your project. Our depth of knowledge and experience solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, Text or email today, and let us get started!

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Michael S on November 2019

Welcome to Fisher's Backyard Structures. We proudly provide the highest quality of service and Amish craftsmanship for each aspect of your project. Our depth of knowledge and experience solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, Text or email today, and let us get started!

"N/A"

Michael S on November 2019


Bailey's Welding & Mechanical

5.00(
1
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Bailey's Welding & Mechanical

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Bailey's Welding & Mechanical is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"he will do whatever is necessary to make sure you are happy with the work he has done."

Tony W on January 2020

Bailey's Welding & Mechanical is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"he will do whatever is necessary to make sure you are happy with the work he has done."

Tony W on January 2020


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William Penn Renovation Company

4.56(
80
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William Penn Renovation Company

4.56(
80
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 years of experience

For the last 25 years we have been providing exquisite quality renovations for families all over Pennsylvania. Contact us now and we'll happily share our experience, good judgement, and craftsmanship with your family and we'll do it at prices you can live with. We also offer 100% $0/ down easy payment plans as well as same -as-cash plans to suite even the tightest budgets.

"Was pleased with their work."

Lori W on May 2025

For the last 25 years we have been providing exquisite quality renovations for families all over Pennsylvania. Contact us now and we'll happily share our experience, good judgement, and craftsmanship with your family and we'll do it at prices you can live with. We also offer 100% $0/ down easy payment plans as well as same -as-cash plans to suite even the tightest budgets.

"Was pleased with their work."

Lori W on May 2025


Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

4.56(
54
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Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

4.56(
54
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
56 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024

WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024


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Garrety Glass, Inc.

4.65(
71
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Garrety Glass, Inc.

4.65(
71
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
78 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

When you choose Garrety Home Pros, you’re choosing a company with over 25 years of experience, more than 500 five-star reviews, and a team of dedicated in-house professionals—no subcontractors required. This means every detail of your project is handled by trusted experts who take pride in their craft and care about your home as if it were their own. Our highly valued team members focus on delivering flawless workmanship and personalized service, ensuring that every project is completed to the highest standards. When quality, reliability, and client satisfaction matter most, Garrety Home Pros stands out as the clear choice.

"Excellent work!! I couldn’t be happier with the deck and awning installation! The craftsmanship is outstanding, and the attention to detail really shows. The team was professional. The materials used are high-quality. The installation exceeded my expectations! The team was knowledgeable, efficient, and the final result looks amazing. Highly recommended for anyone looking for top-notch decking and awning work!" "

Todd S on February 2025

When you choose Garrety Home Pros, you’re choosing a company with over 25 years of experience, more than 500 five-star reviews, and a team of dedicated in-house professionals—no subcontractors required. This means every detail of your project is handled by trusted experts who take pride in their craft and care about your home as if it were their own. Our highly valued team members focus on delivering flawless workmanship and personalized service, ensuring that every project is completed to the highest standards. When quality, reliability, and client satisfaction matter most, Garrety Home Pros stands out as the clear choice.

"Excellent work!! I couldn’t be happier with the deck and awning installation! The craftsmanship is outstanding, and the attention to detail really shows. The team was professional. The materials used are high-quality. The installation exceeded my expectations! The team was knowledgeable, efficient, and the final result looks amazing. Highly recommended for anyone looking for top-notch decking and awning work!" "

Todd S on February 2025


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4 Pillar Fix

5.00(
13
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4 Pillar Fix

5.00(
13
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
398 local quotes requested

Our " 4 Pillar Fix " goal is to bring Honesty, Quality, Reliability, and Communication skills to property owners who are seeking a wide variety of handyman services. If you need help fixing, repairing, painting, installing, assembling, and overall general maintenance of your property...We Can Help. We aim to satisfy and exceed our customers' needs and expectations. We can help assure you that your home is safe, comfortable, pleasing, and fully functional. We have over 19 years of experience in most areas of home maintenance and have identified an ever growing need as home owners desire to find reliable partners to help repair, fix, improve and maintain their homes. If you're looking for Honesty, Quality, Reliability and Communication... please contact Steve at "4 Pillar Fix LLC". Thank you in advance for your consideration.

"Steve did a great job. He pays attention to details, communicates in a timely manner, and finished when he said he would."

Graham V on November 2025

Our " 4 Pillar Fix " goal is to bring Honesty, Quality, Reliability, and Communication skills to property owners who are seeking a wide variety of handyman services. If you need help fixing, repairing, painting, installing, assembling, and overall general maintenance of your property...We Can Help. We aim to satisfy and exceed our customers' needs and expectations. We can help assure you that your home is safe, comfortable, pleasing, and fully functional. We have over 19 years of experience in most areas of home maintenance and have identified an ever growing need as home owners desire to find reliable partners to help repair, fix, improve and maintain their homes. If you're looking for Honesty, Quality, Reliability and Communication... please contact Steve at "4 Pillar Fix LLC". Thank you in advance for your consideration.

"Steve did a great job. He pays attention to details, communicates in a timely manner, and finished when he said he would."

Graham V on November 2025

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

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