Handyman in Bryn Mawr, PA

Services Bryn Mawr homeowners ask for most

• Carpentry & Custom Builds: Trim, built-ins, shelving, stair treads and custom pieces built to fit the out-of-square walls that come with older houses.
• Drywall & Plaster Repair: Patching holes, cracks and water-damaged sections in both drywall and the original plaster walls common in older Philadelphia homes, blended and ready for paint.
• Door Repair & Installation: Storm, exterior and interior doors repaired, adjusted or replaced, including the non-standard openings found in Philadelphia rowhomes.
• Water Damage Drywall Repair: Cutting out wet, stained or crumbling drywall and plaster after a leak, letting the area dry, replacing it and finishing it to match, once the leak itself has been fixed.
• Roof Leak Repair: Finding and fixing roof leaks on Philly rowhomes: failed seams, worn flashing, clogged drains and gutters, and the interior damage they leave behind.
• Water Leak Detection & Repair: Tracking down hidden leaks behind walls, under floors and around fixtures, then repairing the pipe, fixture or seal that's causing them.

Drywall, leaks, roofing & water damage in Bryn Mawr

Slate roofs, copper valleys and built-in gutters look great but leak when the flashing ages, usually into a top-floor ceiling or down an exterior stone wall. We find the source, make the roof or flashing repair, and replace stained or sagging ceiling drywall and plaster. Basements in older stone homes also take on water after big storms, so we often repair finished-basement drywall too.

See roof leak repair, water-damaged drywall repair, plaster vs. drywall in older homes and signs of hidden leaks.

Homes in Bryn Mawr

Housing here is mainly:

• Stone houses and older singles: common needs include interior trim and door adjustments on a house that's had a century to move; plaster repair; built-ins and carpentry that fit irregular walls.
• Victorian twins and large older homes: common needs include original woodwork and trim repair; porch carpentry; plaster repair across tall walls and ceilings; old doors that stick or sag.
• Historic brick townhouses: common needs include careful repairs that respect original materials; old doors, hardware and trim; plaster and ceiling repair.

Large stone and Victorian homes around Bryn Mawr College and Morris Avenue have high ceilings, original plaster and lots of millwork. Repairs here need to match what's already there: plaster patches that blend with old walls, trim pieces milled to the existing profile, and old doors that need rehanging, not swapping out. Near Lancaster Avenue, landlords call us for rental turnovers, drywall patching and fixture swaps.

Around Bryn Mawr

We serve homes and businesses throughout Bryn Mawr, Montgomery and Delaware Counties (ZIP 19010), including the blocks around Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr College, Bryn Mawr Hospital and Morris Ave. We're based in Fishtown and come out to Bryn Mawr for repair, drywall, leak and renovation work.

FAQ

Do you serve all of Bryn Mawr, PA?

Yes. We cover Bryn Mawr (ZIP 19010) and nearby towns including Ardmore, Narberth, Bridgeport, as well as all of Philadelphia.

Can you fix a roof leak and the water damage in my Bryn Mawr home?

Yes. We find and repair the leak at the roof, flashing or plumbing, then replace the water-damaged drywall or plaster and repaint, all with one crew.

How do I get an estimate?

Call (215) 391-6380 or use our contact form with a short description and photos of the job. We're open 7 days, 6 AM to 10 PM.

Nearby areas

Ardmore · Narberth · Bridgeport · All of the Main Line & Montgomery County · Philadelphia neighborhoods