# Handy Remodeling

**Trade:** Handyman · **Phone:** (617) 818-5222 · **Website:** https://handyremodeling.org/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 3.2/5** (medium confidence) — from 24 reviews across 4 sources.
92% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Handy Remodeling presents itself as a Boston-area home remodeling and repair business, offering kitchen and bathroom renovations, carpentry, flooring, interior painting, door and window replacement, and handyman work. Its website says it has served Boston for over two decades. The posted work ranges from small household fixes to room renovations.

The dated customer accounts describe a broad mix of finish and repair jobs. In a March 2019 review, a homeowner praised a linen-closet assembly; a January 2019 account described kitchen repainting and a repaired door. In May 2018, one customer described Murphy-bed assembly and other repairs, while another reported a substantial arrival delay. A November 2017 review described bathroom-floor tiling, vanity installation, plumbing, lighting, and wall repairs.

Reviewers often praised workmanship, efficiency, and communication, and a September 2017 account said Gary advised repairing only part of a deck rather than replacing it. The written comments available here are dated from 2017 through 2019, so ask for recent examples of comparable work and confirm current scheduling expectations. The directory profiles say painting is not offered, while the company website advertises interior painting; confirm that scope before booking.

HomeAdvisor and Angi each display a 4.8 rating from 27 ratings. Handy Remodeling looks suited to homeowners seeking a small repair or a varied interior project; confirm the exact work, timeline, and painting scope when requesting an estimate.

**Strengths:**
- Detailed repairs — reviewers describe varied completed household projects
- Deck advice — one reviewer says partial repair avoided full replacement
- Small projects — accounts include closets, doors, and Murphy-bed work

**Concerns:**
- Arrival timing — one May 2018 review described a major delay
- Painting scope — directory and company listings disagree

**Where sources disagree:**
- HomeAdvisor and Angi list ‘No Painting’ among services offered, while the official website lists interior painting; confirm availability before booking.

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- The company describes Boston as its service area and says it has operated for over two decades. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://handyremodeling.org) — “Self-reported 20 years in business”
  - [Official Website](https://handyremodeling.org) — “Stated service area (self-reported): Boston”
- The website lists kitchen and bathroom remodeling, carpentry, flooring, interior painting, door and window replacement, and handyman repairs. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://handyremodeling.org) — “Handy Remodeling says it provides home remodeling, renovation, carpentry, flooring, and handyman services in Boston.”
- Dated reviews describe linen-closet assembly, kitchen and door work, Murphy-bed assembly, and bathroom-floor and vanity work. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/boston/handy-remodeling-reviews-47424898.htm) — “5★ This guy is the real deal. He helped me install a murphy bed and was able to assist with other repairs. He was very efficient, honest and…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html) — “5★ Gary is very professional and he completed my project in a timely manner - which I appreciated. Gary did a wonderful job in putting toget…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html) — “5★ Gary does get busy and it can impact the arrival time BUT he is direct, professional and super high quality. He repainted our kitchen and…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html) — “5★ Gary tiled an uneven bathroom floor, installed a vanity and plumbing, lighting, and repaired walls; work was to high standards.”
- A September 2017 reviewer said Gary recommended repairing part of a deck instead of replacing it. _(confidence: high)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html) — “5★ Gary did quality work, kept a clean workspace, finished on time and on budget, and recommended repairing only part of a deck rather than …”
- A May 2018 reviewer reported a long arrival delay that disrupted dinner plans. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/boston/handy-remodeling-reviews-47424898.htm) — “3.5★ I hired him to put together a gas grill, which he did. However, he was scheduled to arrive in the morning, (which he confirmed the day …”
- HomeAdvisor and Angi each display a 4.8 rating from 27 ratings. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/boston/handy-remodeling-reviews-47424898.htm) — “Angi: 4.8★ from 27 ratings”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html) — “HomeAdvisor: 4.8★ from 27 ratings”
- Also offers Windows / Siding / Gutters _(confidence: low)_
  - [Official Website](https://handyremodeling.org) — “Handy Remodeling says it provides home remodeling, renovation, carpentry, flooring, and handyman services in Boston.”
- Specializes in Handyman _(confidence: high)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html) — “5★ Gary is very professional and he completed my project in a timely manner - which I appreciated. Gary did a wonderful job in putting toget…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html) — “5★ He helped install a Murphy bed and other repairs, was efficient and honest, and I plan to hire Gary again for a kitchen backsplash.”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html) — “5★ Gary tiled an uneven bathroom floor, installed a vanity and plumbing, lighting, and repaired walls; work was to high standards.”
- Also offers General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://handyremodeling.org) — “Handy Remodeling says it provides home remodeling, renovation, carpentry, flooring, and handyman services in Boston.”
- Also offers Carpentry _(confidence: high)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html) — “5★ Gary does get busy and it can impact the arrival time BUT he is direct, professional and super high quality. He repainted our kitchen and…”
  - [Official Website](https://handyremodeling.org) — “Handy Remodeling says it provides home remodeling, renovation, carpentry, flooring, and handyman services in Boston.”
- Also offers Kitchen Remodel _(confidence: medium)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html) — “5★ Gary does get busy and it can impact the arrival time BUT he is direct, professional and super high quality. He repainted our kitchen and…”
  - [Official Website](https://handyremodeling.org) — “Handy Remodeling says it provides home remodeling, renovation, carpentry, flooring, and handyman services in Boston.”
- Also offers Bathroom Remodel _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://handyremodeling.org) — “Handy Remodeling says it provides home remodeling, renovation, carpentry, flooring, and handyman services in Boston.”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html) — “5★ Gary tiled an uneven bathroom floor, installed a vanity and plumbing, lighting, and repaired walls; work was to high standards.”
- Also offers Flooring _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://handyremodeling.org) — “Handy Remodeling says it provides home remodeling, renovation, carpentry, flooring, and handyman services in Boston.”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html) — “5★ Gary tiled an uneven bathroom floor, installed a vanity and plumbing, lighting, and repaired walls; work was to high standards.”

## License

No license record has been checked yet for this contractor.

## Sources

- [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.HandyRemodeling.47424898.html): 4.8★ from 27 ratings
- [Exa](https://reviews.birdeye.com/evercraft-painting-handy-remodeling-171694352344220): 0 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/boston/handy-remodeling-reviews-47424898.htm): 4.8★ from 27 ratings
- [Official Website](https://handyremodeling.org): 20 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Phyllis A. · 2019-03-01**: Gary is very professional and he completed my project in a timely manner - which I appreciated. Gary did a wonderful job in putting together my linen closet. He did such a good job, I told him that I would like for him to come back to do other projects.
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Phyllis A. · 2019-03-01**: Gary is very professional and completed my project in a timely manner. He put together my linen closet so well that I asked him to return for other projects.
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Jhana S. · 2019-01-01**: Gary does get busy and it can impact the arrival time BUT he is direct, professional and super high quality. He repainted our kitchen and repaired a door that we thought was beyond repair and so that saved us money and time. He is also very pleasant to interact with and it was comfortable having him…
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Jhana S. · 2019-01-01**: Gary is direct, professional, and high quality; he repainted our kitchen and repaired a door. He was pleasant to interact with.
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Faith M. · 2018-08-01**: I have been very satisfied with Gary's workmanship. He's a busy guy, and sometimes his timing / arrival to start the work was a little off, but the overall experience has been positive. He knows what he's doing and gets it done well. Does not waste time, and is workmanship is definitely up to par! I…
- **Angi · Connie W. · 2018-07-01**: No comments.
- **5/5 · Angi · Jose M. · 2018-05-01**: This guy is the real deal. He helped me install a murphy bed and was able to assist with other repairs. He was very efficient, honest and did an impeccable job. I will be hiring Gary again for a kitchen backsplash. I couldn't be happier.
- **3.5/5 · Angi · Lynn F. · 2018-05-01**: I hired him to put together a gas grill, which he did. However, he was scheduled to arrive in the morning, (which he confirmed the day before) and yet by 1:30pm when he hadn't arrived I had to call him more than once to confirm that he was actually coming. He showed up at 6:40pm and worked in the da…
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Jose M. · 2018-05-01**: He helped install a Murphy bed and other repairs, was efficient and honest, and I plan to hire Gary again for a kitchen backsplash.
- **3.5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Lynn F. · 2018-05-01**: I hired him to assemble a gas grill. He arrived much later than scheduled and I had to cancel dinner plans, though he was a very nice guy.

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