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HomeFinishers

Handyman Services, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking, Doors,

About us

Detail-oriented handyman service, specializing in "honey-do" lists. Billing is by time-and-material, with estimates for larger projects/tasks. All calls are returned within 24 hours. Tidy, professional, and honest.

Business highlights

22 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Make a list of all the things around the house that are really starting to bug you, or that you never seem to get around to doing. Those are the things we do best! We build long-term customer relationships with trust and open communication. If we can't do a job, we'll say so, we'll tell you who can, and we'll follow up to make sure they did it right. We treat your home like it was our own, and we treat our customers the way we would want to be treated.

Services we don't offer

Most exterior painting, landscaping, room additions, extra-large projects.

Amenities



Accepted payment methods

American Express
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MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

5.012 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
100%
4
0%
3
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2
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.8
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-12 of 12 reviews

John C.
08/2016
5.0
electrician, handyman service, woodworking, doors
  + 2 more
It went great. I cannot say any more about Rich and his professional services than others have posted here. He is a rare find in the world of wannabe's and scammers. Rich will tell you up front what he can and cannot do. If he can't do a job, he will refer you. And, he will follow-up. We have been using Rich for about 2 years on multiple tasks. A true gentleman.
Description of Work: Electrical, mount security light, gutter/roof cleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from HomeFinishers
Thanks! I enjoy the variety of tasks you have for me.

Toby R.
07/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Perfectly- I don't think I have met a better handyman than Rich Dowd. He knew exactly how to tackle the problem and got right to it. Punctual, polite, patient, perceptive, professional, perfect problem-solver, price reasonable= the seven p's!
Description of Work: Hanging a mosaic and replacing the tires on a band saw

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

Response from HomeFinishers
Thanks. I enjoy the tasks that let me think!

Nick S.
06/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: A careful, talented handyman who uses his initiative and doesn't waste time. Not inexpensive, but we will use him again.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from HomeFinishers
Thanks again!

Nick S.
03/2016
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from HomeFinishers
Thanks!

John B.
12/2015
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
  + 0 more
Craftsmanship and quality of materials used top rate. Rich was very accommodating and professional. I recommend Homefinishers to friends.
Description of Work: Installed a basement handrail.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$246

Response from HomeFinishers
Thanks. I enjoyed working with you.

Christy M.
06/2015
5.0
custom cabinets, handyman service, woodworking, doors
  + 2 more
unknown
Description of Work: Fixed front porch, repaired railings, steps to porch and hung a shutter. Everything was done as I has expected. Rich is extremely professional, he does great work, he showed up on time and get the work done in the timeframe he had estimated. I said I would do the painting on my own, and he made recommendations for paint types and where to get them. I feel that he was honest and would definitely use him again for future jobs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

Response from HomeFinishers
It was a pleasure to work for you!

Angie S.
01/2015
5.0
custom cabinets, electrician, furniture repair, handyman service, remodeling, roofing, woodworking, cabinet refacing, doors
  + 7 more
Most importantly, he was extremely attentive and very professional. He gave me referrals for work that was not in his area of expertise which I greatly appreciated.
Description of Work: Rich connected two washers and two dryers in the laundry area of my rental property, replaced two lights, repaired the gable vent, repaired two kitchen cabinet drawers and installed hinge doorstops.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from HomeFinishers
Glad I could help!

Jane M.
03/2014
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Fan replacement went smoothly and efficiently. I hadn't received the faucet at this time (which I had ordered online), so he couldn't do both jobs in the same visit. He returned to install the kitchen faucet. He noted that it was missing some parts. He immediately called the company, gave them the information and they promised to send them when in stock. In the meantime, he and quot;riggedand quot; the faucet to work without the missing pieces (my existing faucet was broken and leaking badly). It worked fine. When the needed parts arrived, he came back and completed the installation so I could now use the and quot;touchand quot; function. Both the fan and the faucet are working beautifully. He is neat, professional, pleasant and efficient. He brought along supply lines that he thought might not have come with the faucet. He found that they had been included, so we didn't need them. However, if they had not been in the box, it would have saved a trip to get some. I have used his services for several years and always been happy with his work. He will take on many jobs that others consider too small to be worth their while. And he has also taken on jobs like installing and painting new sashes in several of my 85+ year-old windows.
Description of Work: Removed old ceiling fan and installed new one; removed and replaced broken kitchen faucet with "touch" type faucet

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$380

Response from HomeFinishers
I'm glad the manufacturer could send the missing parts so quickly. Thanks for your patience.

Frances D.
10/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Rich, is always punctual, brings all the supplies needed and does great work. Neat, thorough and eager to tackle anything that needs doing. I am very comfortable leaving him in my home if I need to go to work.
Description of Work: Hanging heavy mirrors and art work. Repairing drywall, installing baseboard, hanging rods and replacing light bulbs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$480

Response from HomeFinishers
Always a pleasure working for you!

Michael D.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Rich is the kind of home handyman that is rare. He is prompt, courteous, professional, friendly...all the positive adjectives you can think of. His rates are very reasonable. The ceiling fan works and looks fantastic. I've got his number on my speed dial and wouldn't think of calling anyone else for handyman tasks.
Description of Work: Rich replaced a ceiling fan in my living room. The ceiling is angled and higher than normal. He tackled the job with his usual professional, pleasant, and patient flair. The existing wiring was a little tricky but he had it figured out in no time. Prior to this job, Rich had filled some voids around through-wall/ceiling plumbing. This was my first experience with Rich. He did such outstanding, meticulous work that I didn't hesitate to call him for the ceiling fan project.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$90

Response from HomeFinishers
Thanks for the kind words! And thanks for your patience in scheduling this job.

KIMBERLY G.
07/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
The experience went very well.
Description of Work: Richard was called to complete minor services of replacing blinds on my screened in porch area. He was on time, professional and thorough. I would use him again without hesitation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$60

Response from HomeFinishers
Thanks for the positive review!

Jane M.
12/2011
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Rich Dowd does meticulous work. He has done small jobs that other contractors would not even look at. He is friendly, cheerful, patient, neat and he listens. I have recommended him to others and they have been extremely satisfied with his work.
Description of Work: Rich Dowd of Home Finishers, performs a full range of handyman services including installing ceiling fans and pendant lights (where light fixtures were), kitchen cabinets and counter top, drywall and small scale plaster repair, interior painting (walls, ceiling and trim), crown molding and shoe molding, installing subfloor, replacing sump pump, replacing missing roof shingles. He also installed several new window sashes in my 85 year old house. Has performed handyman services for me for 6+ years. Amount spent is cumulative and approximate. His rates are reasonable.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000

Response from HomeFinishers
Thanks, Member. I love working on older homes like yours and I enjoy working with clients to find creative solutions.

    Contact information

    Northeast, Baltimore, MD 21214


    Service hours

    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Licensing

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    Yes
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    State Contractor License Requirements

    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

    *Contact business to see additional licenses.


    Service Categories

    Handyman Services,
    Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
    Doors,
    Electrical,
    Dryer Vent Cleaning,
    Childproofing,
    Interior Painting,
    Ceiling Fans,
    Home and Garage Organization,
    Mailbox Repair,
    Holiday Decorating,
    Window Treatments

    FAQ

    HomeFinishers is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    HomeFinishers accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
    No, HomeFinishers does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, HomeFinishers offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, HomeFinishers does not offer a senior discount.
    No, HomeFinishers does not offer emergency services.
    No, HomeFinishers does not offer warranties.
    HomeFinishers offers the following services: Make a list of all the things around the house that are really starting to bug you, or that you never seem to get around to doing. Those are the things we do best! We build long-term customer relationships with trust and open communication. If we can't do a job, we'll say so, we'll tell you who can, and we'll follow up to make sure they did it right. We treat your home like it was our own, and we treat our customers the way we would want to be treated.
    Most exterior painting, landscaping, room additions, extra-large projects.

    Contact information

    Northeast, Baltimore, MD 21214


    Service hours

    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM