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RT's Specialties

With Angi since July 2014

Experienced handyman Rob Thurston available to do repairs, and more! Click on the About "T" button to see the services he can provide!Contact me anytime to help with your repairs and Honey Do lists!

Amenities

Free Estimates
No
Warranties
No
Eco-Friendly Accreditations
No
Licensed
Trade License Number
RTSSPSL851DU
Trade License Locale
Washington
Trade License Authority
Washington: Contractors
Trade License Expiration
03/31/2023
Bonded
Insured
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Verified Reviews

5.0

(24) Verified Reviews

Showing 1-24 of 24 reviews
Barbara H.
5.0
07/15/2021
Rob is so skilled and prepared with equipment. We have had him help with many projects and are so glad we found him
Description of Work
install pet door in a steel door
Category
handyman service
Stacey L.
5.0
01/17/2021
Fantastic. Rob is quiet, extremely adept at all of the myriad of jobs I asked him to do, which kept getting longer as the day went. He was on time, didn't take any breaks until I insisted he have some food and drink, and was very gracious in staying as I added things to the list. He came very well prepared, has a whole trailer on his truck that I believe holds anything he would ever need for a job. My husband was concerned he may not bring a ladder.....LOL. He had everything. His work was quality and although quiet was very, very pleasant. I would hire him again without hesitation.
Description of Work
Installation of blinds, assembly of a cabinet, installation of electric paper towel holders, wall racks, countertop drilling for phone lines, and more.
Category
handyman service
Steven D.
5.0
11/04/2020
Fine. He did a good job. His price was fair and he worked diligently.
Description of Work
Installation of toilets, caulking of windows and repair/installation of baseboards.
Category
handyman service
Suzan G.
5.0
08/23/2020
Rob did a nice job all around. Will be keeping in contact with him for other projects.
Description of Work
Porch Swing Assembly and Installation
Category
handyman service
Janice K.
5.0
07/14/2020
Five of my hardwired smoke alarms needed replacing, so I bought the type that meet the new 2020 standard. Rob removed the old alarms and replaced both the new alarms and the updated wiring harness to the new alarms. When everything didn't go smoothly on the first try, he called the smoke alarm customer service phone line for troubleshooting advice. He was successful on the second try. I appreciate a man who asks for help when help is needed. This is one of the (many) reasons I hire Rob as my go-to handyman.
Description of Work
Replace Smoke Alarms
Category
handyman service
Diane or Robert E.
5.0
03/19/2020
Rob was professional, knowledgeable, fast and fair. We will definitely use his services again
Description of Work
miscellaneous tasks
Category
handyman service
Dj M.
4.0
10/08/2019
He was very punctual, did a very good job and his pricing is reasonable.
Description of Work
I needed to have venetian blinds hang. At the entry door I had some vinyl needed to be replaced, also needed door sealed.
Category
handyman service
Ron H.
5.0
09/03/2019
He's professional and he finished on time, he's friendly and a good guy. He called me and inform me when he couldn't make it or he has some job to do.
Description of Work
He cleaned the dryer vent for me.
Category
handyman service
Barbara S.
5.0
08/26/2019
Rob is a very professional and fair guy. He repaired our fan which was coming down off the ceiling and the very next day he came back and replaced a 2x4 board on our front deck which had rotted. He is very meticulous and we were very pleased with his work. The fan turned out to be a problem than he had anticipated so took a bit longer, but his price was more than reasonable. We definitely recommend RT Specialties and will be calling him again ourselves.
Description of Work
Repaired fan/light and replaced a board on front deck
Category
handyman service
Roger J.
5.0
08/25/2019
These tasks were all performed to my total satisfaction. Rob did the work expertly and efficiently, explaining what needed to be done and doing it. The doors required parts no longer available and he had the skill to fix them by adapting current parts to fit. The doors now seal perfectly. I also appreciated his communication skills. I could discuss the tasks and get understandable ways to accomplish them. I was always kept informed of his scheduling. He's a very busy person as you would expect form someone who does quality work. Suspect this may be what to expect from someone with good reviews on Angie's List - which is where I found him.
Description of Work
R RT's (Rob) repaired garage, shop, and people doors; caulked windows; cleaned, caulked and added gutters.
Category
handyman service
Landon K.
5.0
06/13/2019
Called and he was able to install the microwave the very next day. Great guy and excellent work, will definitely be using again.
Description of Work
Installed a microwave
Category
handyman service
Teresa V.
5.0
11/06/2018
Excellent work
Description of Work
Repair fence
Category
handyman service
JEANNA C.
5.0
08/03/2018
RT's Specialties, LLC. is professional company that is knowledgeable, efficient, and provides high-quality workmanship. They take pride in their work, listen to the customer's needs and complete the project as requested and in a timely manner. I am so impressed with their friendly and reliable service, I intend to hire them for several other projects this year. Rating A+! My advice, if you want the job done right call RT's Specialties, LLC. 509-551-7755
Description of Work
Whole Home Carpet Removal
Category
handyman service
Krystal C.
5.0
10/11/2017
RT was prompt and professional and did great quality work.
Description of Work
We had plumbing repaired by a family friend. I hired RT to replace the siding and insulation that was removed by the plumber. RT fixed it up nice.
Category
handyman service
Michael R.
5.0
09/06/2017
Called Rob and he was able to come right over. Got the job done in 20 minutes. Fantastic service!
Description of Work
Needed a handyman to change light bulbs on a n 18 ft. ceiling.
Category
handyman service
Tina P.
5.0
07/10/2017
Very well. Some parts needed to be ordered and Rob came back within a week once he got them. He worked quickly and efficiently and started work on the day we agreed on.
Description of Work
A range of things in our home, including extending shelves in pantry and installing a self closing hinge on the door leading to garage.
Category
handyman service
Pam D.
5.0
06/08/2017
The job was performed successfully and I was very pleased.
Description of Work
I needed fence boards replaced and/or repaired.
Category
handyman service
Stan D.
5.0
05/20/2017
Rob was punctual, friendly and professional. His work was top quality and timely. I will definitely use him again.
Description of Work
We are putting a house on the market for sale and needed a variety of repairs made.
Category
handyman service
William B.
5.0
04/26/2017
Rob contacted me before coming over, had my list with him, went around the house discussing each item. Rob paid attention to my concerns and examined the issues. After accepting the job, Rob worked steadily being conscious of not damaging the floor with ladder legs and other work items. Rob cleaned up and was on to the next site.
Description of Work
A variety of tasks: reseat fasterners in vaulted ceiling and finish, caulk seam in kitchen, replace door sweeps, repair various wood/trim items, inspect and plug any rodent entrance points. Some other items.
Category
handyman service
Janice K.
5.0
11/19/2016
The day before Rob was scheduled to come to my house, I sent him a list of the tasks I needed done. My task list was lengthy but, with the exception of painting the interior of some closets and repairing window screens, none were particularly time-consuming. Rob systematically worked through my list of handyman tasks on the first day and, when it became apparent that he would need to return for a second day, I asked him to do some additional painting. He ended up painting the interior of 4 closets. My general practice is to supply materials (such as paint) and to hire Rob only for his labor.
Description of Work
I had a lengthy list of handyman-type tasks that needed to be done around my house. The list included items such as leveling a washing machine, installing a rain gauge, repairing window screens, and hauling off leftover doors and molding. The most time-consuming item on my task list was painting the interior of closets.
Category
handyman service
Barbara H.
5.0
08/30/2016
unknown
Description of Work
Reliable,knowledgeable, punctual. Will use again.
Category
handyman service
Jessica H.
5.0
08/17/2016
He was very professional and prompt, clean, respectful. He explained what he was doing and what he could do with out being pushy and rude, or making you feel like he was talking down to you.
Description of Work
Installed a screen door and fixed the frame on the door.
Category
handyman service
Janice K.
5.0
10/19/2015
I found this one-person company on Angie's List. The company name is RT's Specialties; the handyman's name is Rob Thurston. The reason I hired him, rather than the other company (also on Angie's List) that I contacted, was that he spent time analyzing my roof/gutter problem during the bidding process. After I hired him, he returned to check out the roofing situation and then ordered the correct materials. I supplied many of the materials for the various tasks; Rob supplied the remaining materials plus his labor. He showed up when he said he would. Completing all of these tasks took about 6 hours. He appeared to read the instructions on products labels He invoiced me via e-mail a few days later for the amount of his original bid. Since then, it has rained. The drip diverter that he installed in the front gutter kept my front porch dry. I've already asked him to return to fix the gutter over the back porch. I'm delighted to find a reliable handyman in Rob Thurston.
Description of Work
Rob fixed a number of items in my house: fixed a crack in the driveway, repaired a rotten section and did touch-up painting on my fence, cleaned the 20 ft dryer vent, replaced the rubber boots around the plumbing pipes on the roof, installed drip diverter in the gutters, replaced the batteries in the smoke alarms (14 ft ceiling), replaced a light switch, oiled a teak bench, cleaned the water softener tub and refilled it with salt.
Category
handyman service
Kay L.
5.0
07/18/2014
Rob Thurston, known as T for his last initial, did a terrific job! There were so many little things in the home I wanted to put on the market that had accumulated over the years. His workmanship is excellent! He is very prompt and hard-working! He is knowledgeable about nearly every kind of issue and had good suggestions when I wasn't sure how something should be repaired. He suggested a metal door frame repair kit to repair the exterior door that had been damaged when someone apparently tried to kick it in. No one will ever kick it in now!
Description of Work
Installed a light fixture and patched the wall where old light fixture had been installed Repaired a broken door frame by installing a metal repair kit that he suggested. He also installed an outdoor light on a post and lots more fix-its to a home I inherited and need to sell. He even washed the windows inside and out!
Category
handyman service

Phone

Address

8912 W Skagit Ave

Kennewick, WA 99336

Service Categories

Other Information

Services offered

Interior & Exterior Painting, Locks, Dishwashers, Light Electrical, Light Plumbing, Cleaning, Trash Hauling, Install Weather Stripping

FAQ

RT's Specialties is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

RT's Specialties is open:

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

No, RT's Specialties does not offer free project estimates.

No, RT's Specialties does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, RT's Specialties does not offer warranties.

RT's Specialties offers the following services: Interior & Exterior Painting, Locks, Dishwashers, Light Electrical, Light Plumbing, Cleaning, Trash Hauling, Install Weather Stripping