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Octopi Construction LLC
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About
I’m a licensed residential general contractor offering reliable handyman and home improvement services. With 2 years in business, I handle a wide range of projects, including flooring installation and repair, home remodeling, furniture and fitness equipment assembly, and appliance installation.
I also specialize in outdoor projects such as fence and gate installation, deck and porch repair, and pergola construction.
As a one-person business, you’ll work directly with me from start to finish, so you can expect clear communication, careful workmanship, and respect for your home and schedule.
Reach out today to tell me about your project and get started.
Overview
Hired 75 times
Serves Albany, OR
Background checked
License verified
1 employee
2 years in business
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash and Venmo.
Services offered
Project type
Estimated hours
Less than 2 hours of work
2-5 hours of work
A full day of work
Work focus
Interior walls
Exterior walls
Gutters
Cabinets
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and punctuality.
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Margo A.
Jun 14, 2026
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Damien is a highly skilled , experienced , knowledgable and careful worker He completed a variety of tasks including fan installation, light installation, some cement work to improve a trip hazard. He also evaluated a poorly installed french door for future reframing. Damien is a pleasure to work with, we are happy to recommend him for handyman services
Details: Less than 2 hours (Simple tasks) • Installation • Living room • Bathroom • Home
Handyman
Beverly H.
Jun 19, 2026
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Damien did a great job with my projects. He problem solved and completed the project in a professional and timely fashion. He was on time and cleaned up the space when he finished. We would certainly use Damien for other projects.
Details: 2 - 5 hours (A few different projects) • Installation • Bathroom • Kitchen • Shelving • Home
Handyman
Laura C.
Nov 16, 2025
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Damien fixed a cabinet door for me. He was professional and communicated well about time and materials. He also repaired a fluorescent light fixture and built a display stand for my market booth. Excellent work.
Details: Less than 2 hours (Simple tasks) • Repairs • Kitchen • Cabinets • Home
Handyman
April A.
Aug 20, 2025
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Damian swapped out 3 new outdoor fixtures aside my garage door and one in my covered patio. He did a great job, took about an hour. I will for sure call him again for future projects that are out of my diy know how.
Details: Less than 2 hours (Simple tasks) • Installation • Deck or porch • Garage • Electrical • Lighting • Home
Handyman
Susan J.
Oct 15, 2025
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Working with Damien was an excellent experience.
He arrived on time and communicated he had experience and knowledge about what we wanted.
He completed the project early and it looked GREAT.
We were concerned about getting the cabinet pulls straight, and secured properly. It looks great ! We are very happy with his work.
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He arrived on time and communicated he had experience and knowledge about what we wanted.
He completed the project early and it looked GREAT.
We were concerned about getting the cabinet pulls straight, and secured properly. It looks great ! We are very happy with his work.
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Details: 2 - 5 hours (A few different projects) • Installation • Kitchen • Cabinets • Home
Handyman
Credentials
License
License type: Contractor – Residential General
License state: OR
License verified on 12/19/2025
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Damien Austin