# Fix-It Phil **Trade:** Carpentry · **Phone:** (978) 304-6336 · **Languages:** English **Rating: 3.2/5** (low confidence) — from 5 reviews across 3 sources. 100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative. ## The honest read Ask Fix-It Phil to fix a stuck shutter or rebuild a rotted deck, and the story that keeps repeating is speed — a quote within two days, the job finished within the week. The company describes more than 40 years in home improvement, though its own profiles disagree on where it's based: Rowley, Massachusetts on HomeAdvisor, Quincy on Thumbtack, so it's worth confirming the current service area before booking. The completed jobs on file run wide — shutters, shower doors, siding and windows, a full deck rebuild, and a screened-porch redesign one homeowner said drew compliments from neighbors. Reviewers describe someone who responds fast and stays in touch once hired: in a 2023 review, a homeowner who emailed about a stalled shutter project got a reply within a day, an on-site assessment two days after that, and a finished job before the week was out. All five written reviews on record date to 2023, so treat the specific turnaround times as a snapshot from that year rather than a current guarantee. Both HomeAdvisor and Thumbtack show a small share of one-star ratings — one out of 15 on HomeAdvisor, one out of six on Thumbtack — with no written detail behind them, so it's worth asking for a couple of recent references directly. Thumbtack's profile also lists an OSHA 30 certification and a completed background check. For general carpentry, drywall, trim, cabinetry, or a smaller job like a shower door swap or new flooring, this is a reasonable call — just pin down the service area and get a written quote before work starts. **Strengths:** - Fast turnaround — a 2023 review described a shutters job quoted and finished within days - Broad project range — decks, shower doors, siding, and porch rebuilds all praised - Stays in touch — reviewers cite quick replies and follow-through once hired **Concerns:** - Service area unclear — HomeAdvisor and Thumbtack list different home towns - Unexplained low ratings — a small share of platform ratings are 1-star with no review text - Dated reviews — all five written reviews on file are from 2023 **Where sources disagree:** - HomeAdvisor lists the business in Rowley, Massachusetts while Thumbtack lists it in Quincy, roughly 40 miles apart ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - In a 2023 review, a homeowner described a shutters project that went from a quote within two days of first contact to a finished job by the fourth day _(confidence: medium)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Using Phil is a no brainer. I attempted a project on my home involving shutters but failed so I looked up contractors for help. Phil respond…” - In a 2023 review, a customer described a screened-porch rebuild with a design that drew compliments from neighbors _(confidence: medium)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “I have a screened porch which got damaged over the winter, and needed to be replaced. Phil came up with the most innovative design - the new…” - In a 2023 review, a customer praised a shower door installation and called the response time quick _(confidence: medium)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Phil did a great job installing our shower doors! Very responsive and a great guy” - Holds a 4.7-star HomeAdvisor rating from 15 reviews and a 4.3-star Thumbtack rating from six reviews, both as of September 2026 _(confidence: high)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Thumbtack: 4.3★ from 6 ratings” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FixitPhil.97474338.html) — “HomeAdvisor: 4.7★ from 15 ratings” - HomeAdvisor's rating breakdown shows one 1-star rating out of 15 and Thumbtack's shows one 1-star rating out of six, with no written review explaining either _(confidence: medium)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Thumbtack star distribution: 83% 5★ · 17% 1★ (of 6 ratings)” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FixitPhil.97474338.html) — “HomeAdvisor star distribution: 93% 5★ · 7% 1★ (of 15 ratings)” - Thumbtack's profile lists an OSHA 30 certification and a completed background check _(confidence: medium)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Listed certification: OSHA 30 certified” - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Listed certification: Background Check” - The company's own profiles describe more than 40 years in home improvement, with 27 projects shown on HomeAdvisor and 145 on Thumbtack _(confidence: low)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “145 project(s) shown on Thumbtack” - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Thumbtack lists Fix-It Phil in Quincy with a 4.3 rating from six reviews, 145 projects, and a profile describing more than 40 years in the t…” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FixitPhil.97474338.html) — “27 project(s) shown on HomeAdvisor” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FixitPhil.97474338.html) — “HomeAdvisor lists Fix-it Phil in Rowley, Massachusetts with a 4.7 rating from 15 reviews, more than 40 years in home improvement, free estim…” - Specializes in Carpentry _(confidence: high)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “These are good people who show up and do a great job. They can do just about anything from siding to windows to walls and decks and many mor…” - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Using Phil is a no brainer. I attempted a project on my home involving shutters but failed so I looked up contractors for help. Phil respond…” - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “I have a screened porch which got damaged over the winter, and needed to be replaced. Phil came up with the most innovative design - the new…” - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): Handyman, Interior Painting, Tile Installation and Replacement, Cabinetry, Deck or Porch Repair, Trim or Moldi…” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FixitPhil.97474338.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Handyman, Decks, Drywall, Trim work, Flooring installation, Custom cabinets, Kitchen and bath remodels” - Specializes in Handyman _(confidence: high)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “These are good people who show up and do a great job. They can do just about anything from siding to windows to walls and decks and many mor…” - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): Handyman, Interior Painting, Tile Installation and Replacement, Cabinetry, Deck or Porch Repair, Trim or Moldi…” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FixitPhil.97474338.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Handyman, Decks, Drywall, Trim work, Flooring installation, Custom cabinets, Kitchen and bath remodels” - Also offers Specialty Services _(confidence: medium)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Phil did a great job installing our shower doors! Very responsive and a great guy” - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): Handyman, Interior Painting, Tile Installation and Replacement, Cabinetry, Deck or Porch Repair, Trim or Moldi…” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FixitPhil.97474338.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Handyman, Decks, Drywall, Trim work, Flooring installation, Custom cabinets, Kitchen and bath remodels” - Also offers Flooring _(confidence: low)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): Handyman, Interior Painting, Tile Installation and Replacement, Cabinetry, Deck or Porch Repair, Trim or Moldi…” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FixitPhil.97474338.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Handyman, Decks, Drywall, Trim work, Flooring installation, Custom cabinets, Kitchen and bath remodels” - Also offers Bathroom Remodel _(confidence: low)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): Handyman, Interior Painting, Tile Installation and Replacement, Cabinetry, Deck or Porch Repair, Trim or Moldi…” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FixitPhil.97474338.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Handyman, Decks, Drywall, Trim work, Flooring installation, Custom cabinets, Kitchen and bath remodels” - Also offers Kitchen Remodel _(confidence: low)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): Handyman, Interior Painting, Tile Installation and Replacement, Cabinetry, Deck or Porch Repair, Trim or Moldi…” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FixitPhil.97474338.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Handyman, Decks, Drywall, Trim work, Flooring installation, Custom cabinets, Kitchen and bath remodels” - Also offers House Painting _(confidence: low)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): Handyman, Interior Painting, Tile Installation and Replacement, Cabinetry, Deck or Porch Repair, Trim or Moldi…” - Also offers Windows / Siding / Gutters _(confidence: low)_ - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667) — “These are good people who show up and do a great job. They can do just about anything from siding to windows to walls and decks and many mor…” ## License Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported. Re-check at the official registry: https://madpl.mylicense.com/Verification/ ## Sources - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/quincy/custom-dog-house-builders/fix-it-phil/service/477328850433777667): 4.3★ from 6 ratings - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Fix-It%20Phil&query_place_id=ChIJy8sDJc85vUQRN7Obfc7YnVc): Listed on this source - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.FixitPhil.97474338.html): 4.7★ from 15 ratings ## Recent reviews - **Thumbtack · Stina B. · 2023-09-21**: Phil was a complete pleasure to work with: he did exactly what we wanted, kept in contact with us, and was punctual and expert in his work. We will be calling him again!! I highly recommend Fix-it Phil--he's a gem and we really appreciate the quality and care he shows in his work! - **Thumbtack · Amanda L. · 2023-07-23**: Phil did a great job installing our shower doors! Very responsive and a great guy - **Thumbtack · Cathy S. · 2023-03-15**: These are good people who show up and do a great job. They can do just about anything from siding to windows to walls and decks and many more. I would highly recommend them to others. - **Thumbtack · Greg W. · 2023-03-15**: Using Phil is a no brainer. I attempted a project on my home involving shutters but failed so I looked up contractors for help. Phil responded to my email within one day. He came to my home for an assessment and gave me a quote within two days. On the fourth day after emailing him the project was fi… - **Thumbtack · Keyarrah M. · 2023-03-13**: I have a screened porch which got damaged over the winter, and needed to be replaced. Phil came up with the most innovative design - the new porch is beautiful and I have been getting comments and compliments from neighbors and friends. --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-09-04T17:11:53.720Z. Cite as: Fix-It Phil — Tavlee (https://tavlee.com/contractor/fix-it-phil) Source: https://tavlee.com/contractor/fix-it-phil