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THE MASTER'S HAND

Doors, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking, Drywall,

About us

Custom Finish Carpentry

Business highlights

21 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

WINDOW SEATS, BOOKCASES, DISPLAY CASES, MANTELS/MANTEL SHELVES, ACCESS DOORS, RADIATOR COVERS, CROWN MOULDING, CHAIR RAIL, SHADOW BOXES, WINDOW SILLS/APRONS/CASINGS, WAINSCOTING, BASEBOARDS, INTERIOR DOORS, TRIMWORK, SHUTTERS, HEADERS, FLOWER BOXES, FRENCH DOORS, INTERIOR DOORS, CLOSET, STORAGE & ORGANIZATION. COMPLETE ROOM DESIGN, INCLUDING LIBRARIES, REC ROOMS, SPORTS THEMED ROOMS, PERIOD STYLE DESIGNS, HOME THEATERS, & CHILDREN'S FANTASY ROOMS, KITCHEN, REMODELING

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

4.911 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
91%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
9%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.3
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-11 of 11 reviews

Tim B.
02/2017
5.0
drywall, woodworking
  + 0 more
The project went excellent. Paul was on time and came up with an excellent solution. He was very courteous and extremely clean. I would highly recommend Paul and plan to use him again for another project!
Description of Work: I had to expand an opening for a new refrigerator. It was not an easy 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

Marianne M.
10/2015
5.0
doors
  + -1 more
I wasn't present at the time of the work but he described the problem, suggested remedies and helped me decide what to do. He never changed his quote but had to do significantly more work than anticipated. That's not normally the way it should work but he enjoyed the challenge this time.
Description of Work: Took out an old door and jamb and replaced it with a new door, sill and hardware. It required custom cutting a solid core door to fit an odd size and then getting creative after demolition and finding unexpected problems with the framing.

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
$1,000

Aaron K.
07/2014
5.0
custom cabinets, drywall, woodworking, basement remodeling
  + 2 more
unknown
Description of Work: Crown Moulding and trim work throughout house.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,400

Stephanie Z.
06/2014
5.0
custom cabinets, drywall, woodworking, interior painters
  + 2 more
Chris was a great contractor to work with. He was friendly and professional. All communication was documented in print, especially when plans or costs were involved. The work was excellent. Many people have commented on the quality of the mantle. Per report, he worked well with the company who does fireplace installation. I felt very comfortable having Chris work in our house. He cleaned up before he left every day. He was respectful and even jumped in to the rescue when Our new puppy ran out of the house.
Description of Work: We had work done in our living room (shelving, mantle, and fireplace installation). Chris did all the woodwork, painting, staining, and building out of the wall to accommodate the space.

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

Aaron K.
10/2013
5.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
We used them in the past several years ago. We liked them a lot. The quality of their work was good.
Description of Work: We used The Master's Hand for basement remodeling.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Finney K.
09/2011
1.0
doors
  + -1 more
Does not work on all levels of carpentry. Phone call was total interaction, and no helpful referral.
Description of Work: Does not work on doors. Listed on Agie's List as carpenter. He claimed to only do basic indoor remodeling such as bathrooms.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0


Response from THE MASTER'S HAND
This is totally inaccurate and undeserved. I'm not sure why this client decided to leave this report over a year after he contacted me. I took my time to drive out to this man's house to provide a free consultation about repairing/replacing an EXTERIOR door. It turned out to be a transom door, which I do not work on. I then clearly informed him that I do interior doors and basic exterior doors, not transoms or sidelights. His rating of my professionalism is also inaccurate and undeserved. As evidenced from my other reports, I am extremely professional, considerate, and courteous, and pride my business on those very qualities. I also never stated to him that I don't do doors (I obviously do doors, as evidenced by my other satisfied customer reports) and never stated that I only do bathrooms (which I would never say because I don't even do bathroom remodeling). My other ratings (given by those to whom I actually provided services) prove that his report is inaccurate, undeserved, and an obvious misuse of the Angie's List rating system.

Frank C.
06/2011
5.0
woodworking
  + -1 more
great
Description of Work: He made an excellent radiator cover for us. Gave us some options, came and looked at our space, built it on time, installed it, and it looks great. He left a clean work space. And he was nice to our 5 year old daughter.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Richard B.
01/2011
5.0
doors
  + -1 more
Went welll. Chris showed up when he said he would. Was very pleasant. Worked slowly and carefully, which was appropriate in this type of work. Professional work throughout.
Description of Work: Hung old restored wood door and repaired molding around door.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

john M.
08/2010
5.0
doors
  + -1 more
Chris immediately returned my call, gave me an estimate within 24h and completed the work within two weeks. The doors were not square and challenging to install, but Chris did a great job.
Description of Work: Chris installed two interior doors and on exterior door for us.

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
$500

Trevor G.
06/2010
5.0
doors
  + -1 more
My front door is big, with beautiful wood detail, but over the years it has expanded and often had to be pushed extra hard to close (especially with humid weather). While I wanted to fix the problem, I really didn't want to bother the door for fear that it might be mishandled. I told Chris about the problem, and he came up with an alternate idea--sand down the frame at the side of the door and the marble beneath the door. The plan worked perfectly. My door now opens and closes nicely and is in perfect condition!
Description of Work: Sanded down the areas around the door so it could close correctly.

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
$175

ANN E.
11/2008
5.0
woodworking, doors
  + 0 more
I have hired Chris for 3 separate carpentry projects in my house. He is always a pleasure to do business with because he is professional, responsible, and a nice person. Chris likes to help homeowners solve problems by being creative with structural ideas.
Description of Work: Chris replaced an outside door with great skill, resulting in a tight and insulated exterior door. Then he worked with me to design a custom "storm door" for this tricky doorway which is on the 2nd floor, opening to a narrow balcony. He recommended French doors, which he went on to customize for size and function, including screens and glass inserts. He installed everything for a good looking, sturdy and functional custom door. His website shows some of his interior work.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600

    Contact information

    2808 S CAMAC ST, Philadelphia, PA 19148

    www.the-masters-hand.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Licensing

    Insured
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    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.

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    Service Categories

    Doors,
    Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
    Drywall,
    Basement Remodeling,
    Cabinet Making,
    Interior Painting,
    Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
    Home and Garage Organization,
    General Remodeling,
    Closets,
    Unfinished Carpentry

    FAQ

    THE MASTER'S HAND is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Saturday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    THE MASTER'S HAND accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    Yes, THE MASTER'S HAND offers free project estimates.
    No, THE MASTER'S HAND does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, THE MASTER'S HAND does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, THE MASTER'S HAND offers emergency services.
    No, THE MASTER'S HAND does not offer warranties.
    THE MASTER'S HAND offers the following services: WINDOW SEATS, BOOKCASES, DISPLAY CASES, MANTELS/MANTEL SHELVES, ACCESS DOORS, RADIATOR COVERS, CROWN MOULDING, CHAIR RAIL, SHADOW BOXES, WINDOW SILLS/APRONS/CASINGS, WAINSCOTING, BASEBOARDS, INTERIOR DOORS, TRIMWORK, SHUTTERS, HEADERS, FLOWER BOXES, FRENCH DOORS, INTERIOR DOORS, CLOSET, STORAGE & ORGANIZATION. COMPLETE ROOM DESIGN, INCLUDING LIBRARIES, REC ROOMS, SPORTS THEMED ROOMS, PERIOD STYLE DESIGNS, HOME THEATERS, & CHILDREN'S FANTASY ROOMS, KITCHEN, REMODELING

    Contact information

    2808 S CAMAC ST, Philadelphia, PA 19148

    www.the-masters-hand.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM