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About
I am a Handyman - Let me help you feel good by getting those projects off that “to do list”.
Intelligent, clean, divorced Christian dad of two who listens and can help you fix, maintain, spruce up, or build just about anything in and around your home. Great skill set, attention to detail, and a keen eye, with 30+ years of handy man experience.
Let me help you free up your time.
Overview
Hired 35 times
Background checked
2 employees
17 years in business
Business hours
Sun7:00 am - 7:00 pmMon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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Services offered
Length of items over 6 ft
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Wall material
Brick
Concrete
Wood
Steel
Property type
Residential
Commercial
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Eleanor V.
Dec 4, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
This year we decided to put Christmas wreaths on 26 windows of our 2 story house. Peter was hired to undertake, execute and complete the project. He was efficient, very personable, knowledgeable and meticulous. As stated in his profile, he definitely has a keen eye (helping with and suggesting placement of the wreaths), attention to detail (making sure that each wreath was uniformly hung) and great skill set. He was able to come earlier than originally scheduled and returned the following day to complete the project. His work was fairly priced.
We would definitely recommend Peter to our friends and will plan on having him return as we tackle our other projects.
Details: Installation and removal • Exterior of property - ground level • Exterior of property - second floor • No, I will provide the lights myself • 2,000 - 3,000 sq ft • Wreaths • Residential
Peter K's reply
Eleanor, it was a pleasure meeting you and your nice family. Thank you for the review and Merry Christmas.
Holiday Lighting Installation and Removal
Justin D.
Mar 12, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
Peter is amazing - he's on time, professional, extremely well priced. His work in our basement and some exterior work completed was extremely well done. I would thoroughly recommend Peter.
Details: I need help with a variety of projects, approximately 2-5 hours of work • Repairs • Basement • Interior walls • Exterior walls • Residential
Handyman
Chauncey S.
Dec 13, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
Peter worked diligently on our project, and was flexible in dealing with additional requests and changes. He was able to help us secure additional necessary materials in addition to the quoted job of actually installing the lights. Our house looks absolutely beautiful, and the trees really pop!
Details: Installation and removal • Front yard • Back yard • Roof • Trees • Exterior of property - ground level • Exterior of property - second floor • Bushes • Yes, I will need the professional to provide lights • 3,000 - 4,000 sq ft • Ground lighting • Residential
Peter K's reply
Thank you Chauncey and a Merry Christmas to you!
Holiday Lighting Installation and Removal
Pat S.
Jan 17, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Peter responded to my job post almost immediately. He bought the replacement part for the job and updated me as he progressed with the job. He did a great job! I will definitely be calling Peter again.
Details: 1 toilet • Toilet is running • Municipal water (most common) • House
Toilet Repair
Rebekah R.
Apr 6, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
Peter responded to my job posting right away, and got me on his schedule for the following weekend. He replaced my dining room chandelier and even helped string all the crystals (that took a long time) when another electrician refused to do that on another light fixture I had installed. I also thought his pricing was very fair and made it so that I could hire him again for other jobs. I look forward to working with Peter again in the future.
Details: Replacement of existing lighting • 1 light • Indoors • Existing property • House
Peter K's reply
Thank you Rebekah.
Lighting Installation
Credentials
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Peter Karaffa
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Having very little over overhead allows me to be very fair, always looking to have a win - win relationship with my customers.
Thank you,
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Having a clear idea of what you would like done let's me more accurately asses the cost and time involved.
A quick call is usually enough but I can also stop by if you prefer.
This typically helps you understand your project better and gives a higher level of comfort.
Thank you,
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
30+ years of hands on fixing and building everything a homeowner would typically encounter.
I am an avid reader so it is fun getting the monthly trade magazines, always filled with up to date approaches and ideas.
My favorites are Fine Homebuilding and The Journal of Light Construction.
