Pete has over twenty-five years experience in all areas of construction, and has a special talent for fixing things around the house. He has numerous very satisfied clients in and around the Austin area, and he would love to work for you on your next project.
Business highlights
34 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Remodeling, fencing, trim carpentry, deck building and design, tile work, small plumbing & electrical repairs, small appliance repairs, general handyman.
My exercise bike was assembled quickly and with no problems. Great job!
Description of Work: Assembled an exercise bicycle
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
Diane D.
11/2013
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Arrived on time, was very pleasant and worked efficiently, neatly, and well. Honest and reliable, I have recommended them to several people, all of whom think he is great.
Description of Work: Installed bifold closet doors, repaired shelf. Installed metal screen doors, installed weather stripping at windows/doors, repaired running toiletand shower faucets
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Jessica C.
11/2013
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
He not only repaired that, but found several other weak points that needed attention that he fixed. The neighbors have a pit bull and I have disabled son who spends time in the back yard. I was worried about the dog breaking through the hole. I had asked the neighbor several times to fix the fence and he ignored me each time. I called Pete, and the next day he was out. He came while I was at work, fixed the fence and left the bill on the door for me to mail the payment to him. The bill may have only been $55.00, but he got paid more than that. He definitely underbid and under-quoted his fee. If you need an honest handyman who will not charge you for what you don't need and will get the job done, call him. I will definitely be using him again!
Description of Work: I asked him to come and repair a hole in the privacy fence between my neighbors yard and my own.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$55
Response from Handyman for Hire
Thanks [removed member name]!
Dave S.
09/2013
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Pete did a good job adjusting my door. Professional and experienced. I'll use him again when I have the need and will recommend him to neighbors.
Description of Work: Adjust entry door from attached garage into house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$45
Jeanette C.
08/2013
5.0
handyman service, plumbing, screen repair, doors
+ 2 more
These guys are the best. They show up when they say will, they do the work they say they will do, the cost is right and the quality of work is exceptional. Pete and his partner are definitely on my call list.
Description of Work: Replaced lock on Sliding door Re-screened window screens Replaced bathroom light fixture Replaced Kitchen facet Routed and hung door
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Sandi R.
08/2013
5.0
handyman service, drain pipe
+ 0 more
We needed some sprinklers replaced, a broken pipe repaired and some adjustments. It was a small job but we were treated well. They showed up and walked through the work with us. They were able to do the work right away. The job was finished and everything is working well.
Description of Work: Repaired sprinkler system
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$110
Mohammed M.
07/2013
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Pete was on time, a total professional. Pete is a quick study, did a quick analysis of the small repairs to be done and gave me a bid. Pete did a superb job at a very reasonable price. He is awesome; I have recommended Pete to my friends and other family members. I definitely plan to use his services again, soon.
Description of Work: Pete fixed several things around the house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Response from Handyman for Hire
Thank you sir it means alot that you think my services are top notch. I hope to see you soon. Thanks Pete
Went very well. Professional, punctual, even swept up after installation. Would definitely use again.
Description of Work: Many things. Electrical work, hooked up appliances, flashing on roof, air conditioner caulking, put up ceiling fan, put up light fixture etc.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Response from Handyman for Hire
Thanks [member name removed] !!!!
Bob C.
07/2013
5.0
handyman service, doors
+ 0 more
Went well and in a timely manner. Quite professional.
Description of Work: Wired pool shed (220/110) and built two doors for same.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$560
Kelly Y.
07/2013
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Pete was very responsive from the initial phone call to scheduling the job. He was very clear about his ability to return my phone call, make an estimate and perform the service. He prepared for the job, the window's manufacturer has since been bought out, by researching online and buying special grips in order to perform the job. He did not charge me for this purchase and stuck by his original quote. The job ended up taking less than the expected time, and he happily volunteered to take on another project without pause. Pete is reasonable, fair and honest. What more can you ask for!
Description of Work: Pete and Chris changed out 6 glass crank windows for me and then adjusted a retractable awning for me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Katherine C.
06/2013
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
+ 0 more
Pete did a great job on the dog ramp I hired him to build! He was extremely responsive when I called, he was on time for our appointment and was just an all-around great guy to work with. I am very, very pleased with the service I received and with the finished product. I will definitely use Pete again and will recommend him highly to others.
Description of Work: Pete made a ramp for my elderly dogs to help them get up and down without having to use the stairs.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$265
JUANITA B.
06/2013
5.0
contractors, handyman service
+ 0 more
Pete did an excellent job. What we really appreciated about him were his patient and affirmative responses when we wanted to change something in the process of the job. He is a good listener, very detail oriented, and really goes out of his way to please the customer. Not once did he say "no" to anything we requested, even if he had some doubt about it being possible to do. He would always give something a go, just to see if it could be done. Our entryways turned out just beautiful! We could not be happier. While he was here he also built a ladder for our grandchildren to use to climb up in our big oak tree, and he climbed the same oak tree to drop a 15 foot chain for a hammock chair. We think instead of Jack of all trades, he should be called Pete of all trades. Pete is a professional, but at the same time, a very, very nice guy. We enjoyed our experience with him very much.
Description of Work: Pete trimmed out three large entryway openings on both sides with several layers of trim.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Response from Handyman for Hire
Thank you both for the pleasure of letting me into your home and also letting me take on your project even though you had a carpenter, I was a little worried about making you happy and the job being so detailed. But after the finished product i couldn't be happier for you and myself to make those entry ways so nice. Thanks for the great experience. Thanks Pete
Pete did a great job on every project. He was quick to respond when I would call him with a new request. He was very accommodating of my tight schedule and got the work done quickly and professionally. When I ran into some issues with the buyer on repairs to be done, he was extremely helpful and timely in bidding the work. At a time when I couldn't get other companies to even call me back, Pete was willing to work my job into his schedule. I think he could tell I was at my wits end! His prices were extremely reasonable and all of the work was done within the budget I had set.
Description of Work: Pete helped me with several projects when I was getting my house ready for sale. He replaced and painted rotted window and walkway trim, caulked and painted around the outside of the house as needed and replaced the lattice work on my deck roof.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100
Stephen R.
05/2013
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Member Comments: First, i sent an email to Pete describing my tasks asking for a quote. Next day he called me and we chatted a bit about each item. When we finished he told me he would email me a quote with estimates on each item.. I received the quote in a few days and and reached a decision to give him the job and emailed him back.. We decided to do the work one week later.. When that day came it Rained..(Friday)... So we waited a few day to let the ground dry... Pete and his Helper showed up on time and got right to work... He had all the tools required to do this job and worked carefully and accurately.. He conversed with me anytime I had questions and was very easy to talk to. They did have to make two trips to the hardware store to get additional items but it did not interfere with the timetable.. Both of them did not sit back and take breaks and worked until i was satisfied.. They did a pass thru at the end to clean up the work area and took their tools.. This took most of day to complete. Now i don't need to fret about these to-do's getting worse... I would certainly recommend Pete for your next project! Thanks Pete
Description of Work: 1. Remove and replace rotted trim section of the rear roof corner at the soffit and the pinch point. Includes painting caulking. 2. Remove and replace rotted members of a front porch wooden fencing. Includes caulking and painting. 3. Reinstall wire mesh (varmit guard) back into chimney cap. Includes tree trimming near chimney. 4. Reattach guttering with new gutter screws along back side of house. Includes cleaning and installing of gutter screens. 5. Inspect all roof for wind damage on shingles. Replace if required. 6. Remove and replace rotted second floor roof truss fascia board. Caulk and paint. 7. Remove and replace back door threshold (original). Includes weatherstripping and new door sweep.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
Susan H.
04/2013
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Pete called me back within a day or so from my leaving a message and arranged to come at my convenience. He worked efficiently and effectively and accomplished everything I needed him to do. Because it was a small job, I didn't know who would do this, but he charges by the hour with a two hour minimum, plus parts, and it was very reasonable. He was a nice guy and obviously knew much more than I needed of him. I am thrilled to have found him, and he will definitely by my handyman from now on--as well as carpenter and for other things, as he is a carpenter by trade and is very talented in many trades. Very very happy with him.
Description of Work: Small job only: repair caulking in bathroom; fix door jamb that wouldn't close; repair bi-fold doors.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Eloise S.
04/2013
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Pete & Chris were on time and stayed on task. Explained what was needed. Did repairs and cleaned up before leaving.
Description of Work: Repaired/replaced electrical outlets that were not working.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
wesley J.
03/2013
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
Pete came to our home and gave us an estimate within just two days after my call to him. Our fence had blown down and we had issues with our dog and the dog next door, so he repaired the fencing within days of our first meeting. He replaced our downed posts and reinstalled our old fence. They did the job in one day and we were very pleased with his work. He was always prompt and on time and was very professional in his manner. I will be working with him again and I recommend him to anyone with need of a handyman. Faye Jennings
Description of Work: After the recent wind storm our fence had blown down on one side. Pete replaced four posts and reinstalled the old fence.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$430
Meri C.
03/2013
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
He was able to come out a couple of days after I called, did an excellent job, was on time and professional. I will definately hire him for any future handy work we need.
Description of Work: We had him come out to hang our wooden porch swing on our back patio.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
Chuck U.
03/2013
5.0
deck cleaning
+ -1 more
I like the job that he did, the quality of his work and his punctuality. I was really pleased with his work and his prices.
Description of Work: Handyman for Hire repaired the deck for me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Linda W.
01/2013
5.0
handyman service
+ -1 more
When we purchased our home in June, it did not include a microwave oven. When we finally purchased one we needed someone that would be able to install the microwave, along with putting in an outlet. Pete was able to do both and did it well. I will be looking for someone to so some other renovations around our house and will be calling upon Pete again.
Description of Work: Installation of over the range microwave oven.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
Robert C.
12/2012
5.0
handyman service, doors
+ 0 more
An estimate was given and that's what I paid. A+ work and no surprises.
Description of Work: Pete did a great job replacing rotted trim, worn our insulation, and rehanging my home's back door.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$235
Padmanabh G.
09/2012
5.0
electrician, handyman service
+ 0 more
I needed to change out some GFCIs and an outlet. Pete quoted me the best price and was very accomodative in setting up the time to get the work done. He came on time and performed the work without any issues. He was very helpful and in fact he checked to make sure there was no issue in the wiring before changing them out. He and his partner Chris, did all the clean up after the job was done.Both were abosultley professional.
Description of Work: Replaced 7 GCFIs and a 20A Oulet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
James C.
08/2012
5.0
handyman service, remodeling
+ 0 more
Pete and Chris are very knowledgeable in all areas of home repairs. They do great work and are very reasonable. I would definitely recommend them to anyone I know.
Description of Work: Replaced my bathroom counter tops, ceiling fans and light fixtures, electrical outlets, kitchen appliances, etc.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500
willard M.
07/2012
5.0
electrician, heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ 0 more
Pete came out and looked at job. Knew exactly how to fix a/c pad. Gave me good ideas on kitchen lighting. Price was very reasonable. Even picked up lights for me.
Description of Work: Install under-counter lights. Shore-up a/c pad after wash-out.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
JONI C.
05/2012
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting
+ 1 more
On the day of the estimate, Pete came prepared to work if it was agreeable to my schedule. He completed everything in around an hour. Very happy with the work and overall experience. I plan on using his service again for a few more jobs around the house.
Description of Work: Requested an estimate on tightening a loose fan, installing a new vanity light, removing a range hood and replacing the hard wire with a plug for a new over the range microwave.
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Service Categories
Handyman Services,
Doors,
Plumbing,
Electrical,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Fencing,
Lighting,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Deck Maintenance,
General Remodeling,
Decks and Porches,
Unfinished Carpentry
FAQ
Handyman for Hire is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Handyman for Hire accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Handyman for Hire offers free project estimates.
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No, Handyman for Hire does not offer a senior discount.
No, Handyman for Hire does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Handyman for Hire offers warranties.
Handyman for Hire offers the following services: Remodeling, fencing, trim carpentry, deck building and design, tile work, small plumbing & electrical repairs, small appliance repairs, general handyman.