Handyman in Fitler Square, Philadelphia
Fitler Square is a quiet corner of southwest Center City with small brick townhouses and trinities on narrow streets near the Schuylkill.
Services Fitler Square 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.
- TV Mounting & Furniture Assembly: TV mounting, shelf hanging and furniture assembly done safely into studs or masonry, often same-visit with other jobs.
Drywall, leaks & water damage in Fitler Square
Flat and low-slope roofs and shared party walls are the usual leak points on Fitler Square rowhomes. See flat roof leaks, party-wall leaks and roof leak repair.
Many older Fitler Square homes still have original plaster, which needs a different repair than drywall. Read plaster vs. drywall or see drywall & plaster repair.
Spotted a stain or soft wall? We find the leak, fix it, then handle the water-damaged drywall. See signs of hidden leaks.
Homes in Fitler Square
Housing here is mainly:
- Historic brick townhouses: common needs include careful repairs that respect original materials; old doors, hardware and trim; plaster and ceiling repair.
- Trinities (three-story, one-room-per-floor houses): common needs include winding stairs that make installs and furniture moves tricky; small rooms where every shelf and built-in has to count; original plaster and uneven floors.
Around Fitler Square
We serve homes and businesses throughout Fitler Square (ZIP 19103, 19146), including the blocks around Fitler Square park, Schuylkill River Trail, Panama St and 23rd St.
FAQ
Do you serve all of Fitler Square?
Yes. We cover Fitler Square (ZIP 19103, 19146) and surrounding neighborhoods including Rittenhouse, Graduate Hospital, Logan Square.
How do I get an estimate?
Call (215) 391-6380 or use our contact form with a short description and photos of the job.
Nearby neighborhoods
Rittenhouse · Graduate Hospital · Logan Square · All of Center City & Nearby