Handyman in Narberth, PA
Narberth is a walkable borough of early-1900s twins and singles with deep front porches. Most houses on its tight grid have original woodwork, plaster walls and porch carpentry that need regular care.
Around Narberth
We serve homes and businesses throughout Narberth, Montgomery County (ZIP 19072), including the blocks around Haverford Ave, Narberth Ave, Narberth train station and Narberth Park. We're based in Fishtown and come out to Narberth for repair, drywall, leak and renovation work.
Services Narberth 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.
- Interior Painting: Interior painting for rooms, trim, doors and ceilings, with patching and prep done first so the finish lasts.
- 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.
Homes in Narberth
Housing here is mainly:
- 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.
- Porch-front rowhomes: common needs include front porch railings, steps and ceilings; exterior doors and storm doors; interior plaster and trim.
- 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.
On the blocks around Haverford Avenue and Narberth Park, front porches are a big part of the house. Their railings, floor boards, ceilings and steps take the weather every year. Inside, we see tall plaster walls with settlement cracks, sticking original doors and trim that needs careful repair instead of replacement.
Drywall, leaks, roofing & water damage in Narberth
Porch roofs and the joint where they meet the main wall are the most common leak points we see in Narberth. Water there shows up as a stain on the porch ceiling or a damp spot inside on the front wall. Older homes also leak at chimney flashing and around dormers. We fix the source, replace the water-damaged drywall or plaster and repaint so the repair doesn't show.
See roof leak repair, water-damaged drywall repair, plaster vs. drywall in older homes and signs of hidden leaks.
FAQ
Do you serve all of Narberth, PA?
Yes. We cover Narberth (ZIP 19072) and nearby towns including Ardmore, Bryn Mawr, West Conshohocken, as well as all of Philadelphia.
Can you fix a roof leak and the water damage in my Narberth 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 · Bryn Mawr · West Conshohocken · All of the Main Line & Montgomery County · Philadelphia neighborhoods