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Cabinet Installation

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Christina E. says, "Let me tell you, these folks are life (and home) savers!!! I had some faulty work done by a previous contractor when they were tearing down a wall in between my dining room and kitchen. After a few weeks we started to notice our kitchen ceiling starting to bow in a bit. We panicked and started calling pros to come look at the damage to find out what was going on. Every other contractor that came to our home just assumed that the ceiling issue was because the previous contractor had knocked down a load bearing wall and didn’t structure it correctly for the house to support the new layout correctly. I was getting quotes of around $12,000 to fix it consistently from everyone I had talked to however, no one had actually researched other possible explanations for the structural problems we were having. I decided to make another ditch effort to get some more quotes and found Mr.Handyman. I explained my situation to them and they knew the situation was dire. I sent photos of my ceiling and they sent Kenneth out THAT DAY to assess the damage. The next day Kenneth came over again to inform me that they had a team meeting that morning and had pulled up my home’s blueprints (oh how I love companies who do their due diligence prior!) and informed me that the issue may not be a load bearing wall, but could possibly have something to do with my solar panels. It was getting so bad that you could start to see the caving in from the roof outside of the home where the panels are, so it made total sense. I don’t know why it was never considered before. This was the first time anyone had said something about that being a possibility and usually just jumped the gun to say it’s just a load bearing structure issue. He then asked if he could go up in the attic and poke around. They were the first pros to do this, which made me feel even more confident and I loved how they came together to think outside the box instead of just assuming, then springing into action to test their hypothesis. After poking around for a bit, Kenneth shows me pictures of his findings. Sure enough, the previous “contractor” had cut my solar panel support. My whole roof was literally caving in, not just the ceiling. To add insult to injury the previous contractor had said they would take care of all of the permitting and neglected to do so. I was also facing fines as the homeowner for not having the faulty work permitted. Mr. Handyman came to my rescue on that too and put in an emergency intervention request and saved me from paying those fines! I also really enjoyed having these folks in my home. I know I drove both Kenneth and Richard nuts with all of my questions as a inspiring DIY home renovator. They both humored me and answered any questions I had whether it was related to the work they were doing, or any other random home improvement question I had lol. They actually taught me a lot! They also had patience in doing so. By Mr. Handyman stepping in and doing their research instead of just assuming, they saved me around $6,000. Half of what I was quoted anywhere else. These guys are awesome and made my home safe for me and my family again. I’ve attached some before and after photos of the wall opening. You can really notice the difference in the recessed puck lights in the ceiling. I did opt to paint the wall myself and I know they would have if I requested it, which I haven’t done yet so it’s not “pretty” yet but it’s safe. Thank you Kenneth, Richard and everyone else who came together at Mr. Handyman to rescue my home!"See more
Christina E. says, "Let me tell you, these folks are life (and home) savers!!! I had some faulty work done by a previous contractor when they were tearing down a wall in between my dining room and kitchen. After a few weeks we started to notice our kitchen ceiling starting to bow in a bit. We panicked and started calling pros to come look at the damage to find out what was going on. Every other contractor that came to our home just assumed that the ceiling issue was because the previous contractor had knocked down a load bearing wall and didn’t structure it correctly for the house to support the new layout correctly. I was getting quotes of around $12,000 to fix it consistently from everyone I had talked to however, no one had actually researched other possible explanations for the structural problems we were having. I decided to make another ditch effort to get some more quotes and found Mr.Handyman. I explained my situation to them and they knew the situation was dire. I sent photos of my ceiling and they sent Kenneth out THAT DAY to assess the damage. The next day Kenneth came over again to inform me that they had a team meeting that morning and had pulled up my home’s blueprints (oh how I love companies who do their due diligence prior!) and informed me that the issue may not be a load bearing wall, but could possibly have something to do with my solar panels. It was getting so bad that you could start to see the caving in from the roof outside of the home where the panels are, so it made total sense. I don’t know why it was never considered before. This was the first time anyone had said something about that being a possibility and usually just jumped the gun to say it’s just a load bearing structure issue. He then asked if he could go up in the attic and poke around. They were the first pros to do this, which made me feel even more confident and I loved how they came together to think outside the box instead of just assuming, then springing into action to test their hypothesis. After poking around for a bit, Kenneth shows me pictures of his findings. Sure enough, the previous “contractor” had cut my solar panel support. My whole roof was literally caving in, not just the ceiling. To add insult to injury the previous contractor had said they would take care of all of the permitting and neglected to do so. I was also facing fines as the homeowner for not having the faulty work permitted. Mr. Handyman came to my rescue on that too and put in an emergency intervention request and saved me from paying those fines! I also really enjoyed having these folks in my home. I know I drove both Kenneth and Richard nuts with all of my questions as a inspiring DIY home renovator. They both humored me and answered any questions I had whether it was related to the work they were doing, or any other random home improvement question I had lol. They actually taught me a lot! They also had patience in doing so. By Mr. Handyman stepping in and doing their research instead of just assuming, they saved me around $6,000. Half of what I was quoted anywhere else. These guys are awesome and made my home safe for me and my family again. I’ve attached some before and after photos of the wall opening. You can really notice the difference in the recessed puck lights in the ceiling. I did opt to paint the wall myself and I know they would have if I requested it, which I haven’t done yet so it’s not “pretty” yet but it’s safe. Thank you Kenneth, Richard and everyone else who came together at Mr. Handyman to rescue my home!"
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Cabinet Refinishing and Repair

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  • 26 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves Lakeland, FL
Joey J. says, "Socrates was very kind and professional from beginning to end. He was very patient to answer all my questions the first time we met. He is very reasonable with his service pricing and did a very good job. He worked very consistently and finished his work ahead of schedule. I read one reviewing complaining about the “mess” he left which is not a fair representation of his work - the “mess” must of referred to the little bit of dust that goes into the cabinets after being sanded - just remove all your belongs from inside the cabinets if you don’t want to clean your stuff afterwards to save time. I would definitely recommend Socrates to anyone looking for a fresh kitchen cabinet painting! A+"See more
Joey J. says, "Socrates was very kind and professional from beginning to end. He was very patient to answer all my questions the first time we met. He is very reasonable with his service pricing and did a very good job. He worked very consistently and finished his work ahead of schedule. I read one reviewing complaining about the “mess” he left which is not a fair representation of his work - the “mess” must of referred to the little bit of dust that goes into the cabinets after being sanded - just remove all your belongs from inside the cabinets if you don’t want to clean your stuff afterwards to save time. I would definitely recommend Socrates to anyone looking for a fresh kitchen cabinet painting! A+"

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Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Thumbtack.

How do you refinish kitchen cabinets?

If you’re ready for a new look and feel in your kitchen but don’t want to replace the cabinet layout or your cabinet doors, refinishing your existing kitchen cabinets is a great option. To be a good candidate for cabinet refinishing, your cabinet boxes and doors need to be in good condition. Cabinet refinishing includes taking down your doors, sanding or stripping the surface, preparing the doors with primer as needed, refinishing them with as many coats of stain or paint are necessary, then re-hanging them in their original locations. If you’re not in love with your kitchen cabinet layout, talk to a designer or contractor about creating an alternative. Refinishing simply means adding new shine to the existing setup, so if you’re dying to have a pull-out pantry or maximize wall space by going flush to the ceiling, you may want a different approach. Functional and stylish ready-to-assemble (RTA) cabinets can be similar in cost to refacing your existing cabinets, so keep the budget-friendly RTA option in mind when making decisions.

How much does it cost to refinish kitchen cabinets?

Cabinet refinishing revives dull or dinged-up doors and drawers. The cost of cabinet refinishing will vary based on factors such as the number of linear feet of cabinetry you have, the amount of nicks and scratches that need repair, the level of detail on your cabinets, and more. The pros typically will remove the cabinet doors and then sand or strip them down to create a beautifully smooth new surface. After prepping the surface with primer as needed, the pros may then repaint or stain the doors to give them a new lease on life. Cabinets with intricate detail or extensive surface damage will likely cost more to refinish, as they will take more time and effort. Keep in mind that you should only elect to do cabinet refinishing if the cabinet boxes are structurally sound and you plan to keep your current kitchen layout for a number of years. The investment will be wasted if the cabinet boxes are in disrepair and will need replacement soon, or if you’re planning a remodel in two years. The national average price range for cabinet refinishing is between $1,500 and $6,000.

Can you resurface laminate cabinets?

Resurfacing laminate cabinets is an affordable and relatively easy way to give an outdated kitchen a fresh new look. If your existing cabinets are in good shape and you like your current cabinet layout, putting a fresh face on your kitchen could mean simply painting over the current laminate or putting a new laminate surface on the doors and drawers. Cabinet resurfacing may be possible for the capable DIY homeowner, but if you don’t have the proper tools or the know-how, it’s wise to call a handyman or a cabinet installation specialist to ensure you have a professional-looking outcome. To make sure your kitchen is right for cabinet resurfacing (as opposed to completely replacing your cabinets), ask yourself:

  • Do I like the layout of my current cabinets?
  • Are the cabinet boxes structurally sound?
  • Are the floor and framing in good condition to keep cabinets supported over time?
  • Are the cabinets free of water or wood damage?

How do you resurface cabinets?

Resurfacing kitchen cabinets means that you retain your original cabinet boxes and existing cabinet layout and simply remove and replace the front layer of your cabinet doors. Cabinet resurfacing can also entail replacing damaged cabinet doors, keeping those that are in good shape, and installing a new surface on all of them. Cabinet resurfacing may also refer to a decision to completely change out cabinet doors because they are damaged or their style is out of date, but keeping the existing cabinet boxes and layout.

If you’re handy and have all the proper tools, cabinet resurfacing can be a DIY project, especially if you’re simply repainting. However, if you’re not comfortable removing and replacing your cabinet doors, doing precision measurements and cutting, or working with sanders and power tools, then this may be a project better left to the pros. You or your handyman or cabinet installation specialist will remove all cabinet door and drawer fronts and all hardware, then prepare the surfaces for a new layer. The pros should also update the veneer or laminate the frames to match. Once the new laminate, veneer or surface has been applied and new hardware installed, your cabinet doors and drawers are hung once more in their original locations. The national average cost for refacing cabinets is $5,000.

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