Thank You Handyman
Local business · 500 Washington St, Dedham, MA 02026, USA
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- A+ BBB rating
- 7 reviews in the last 6 monthsNo negatives
- 7 customer photosOf completed work
Highlights
- Punctual & prepared — shows up on time, honors the schedule
- Clear communication — explains the work and quotes before starting
- Clean worksite — tidies up after finishing
- Fair pricing — reasonable quotes that hold
- Honest advice — flags better options, discourages needless work
- Detail-oriented — reviewers cite precise, meticulous finish work
- Solo operation — BBB profile lists a single employee
- Job scope — niche is smaller jobs, not full-contractor projects
- Not BBB accredited — A+ is a rating, not accreditation
Thank You Handyman is a one-person handyman business in Dedham, Massachusetts, run by owner Bruce Terzian, who by the company's own account has worked in the Boston metro for well over a decade. It handles the smaller home repairs that fall between what a homeowner can do alone and what needs a full general contractor. The record homeowners leave is deep and consistent: a 5-star Google average across 186 ratings, drawn from 128 reviews spanning 2021 to 2026, with new reviews arriving nearly every month. People who actually hired Bruce repeatedly praise the same things — he shows up when he says he will, explains what he plans to do before starting, and cleans up after himself. Recent jobs span the handyman's range: replacing attic stairs with careful measuring and alignment, fixing door latches that wouldn't catch, repairing a tub surround, patching and painting a water-stained ceiling, and fixing a puppy-chewed baseboard. Painting, door and hardware work, and small carpentry come up again and again, and several reviewers note he will suggest a better approach than the one they had in mind, occasionally advising against work they don't need. His pricing is described as upfront and reasonable, with quotes that hold. The Better Business Bureau gives the business an A+ rating and shows zero complaints on file over roughly 15 years (started 2011). A few things are worth confirming before booking. This is a solo operation — the BBB lists a single employee — so scheduling and the scale of work he will take on are worth discussing up front, especially since one longtime customer describes his niche as jobs not big enough for a contractor. The A+ is a BBB rating, not BBB accreditation, and the business is not accredited. Self-reported experience also varies by source: one press release says over 20 years, a data-aggregator profile says over 40, and the BBB dates the business to 2011 — so treat the exact tenure as approximate. For homeowners in Dedham and the surrounding towns who need a trustworthy, detail-minded handyman for repairs, painting, and small carpentry, Bruce Terzian is a strong, well-reviewed choice. Confirm availability and that your project fits a one-person scope, and ask for the written quote reviewers say he provides.
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- 5.0Jun 22, 2026
Bruce did an excellent job across the board. He showed up on time and went through my requests completely. He also made a few more suggestions as he went through the house, noticing my front door does not close as well as it should for example. I had my list of items and he took the list and improved it by making lots of good suggestions. He had an eye on being pragmatic… cost vs value. On time for estimate and on the day he came to do multiple jobs. Follow through on actually doing more than originally discussed and was very reasonable. Highly recommend. Extremely professional and does a great job explaining what he is doing and the pro’s and con’s. Already started my list for my next call to Bruce. High integrity, good guy. And in case you think I am just a friend, I am not. Never met him before this job.
— Chip SterlingView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0May 28, 2026
Bruce took care of two jobs at our house and was great to work with. He was very collaborative in discussing potential options and clearly explained what the work would entail. We were very happy with the outcome. Bruce is very knowledgable and took time to give me advice on other home maintenance matters. I'll definitely contact him again for future projects.
— AP SylviaView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Apr 26, 2026
Bruce was responsive, thorough, and professional. He took the time to explain the work he was doing. I will definitely be reaching back out to him for any future projects.
— Steven LizardoView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Apr 17, 2026
I recently had my attic stairs replaced and couldn’t be happier with the experience. The handyman did an outstanding job from start to finish. His attention to detail was impressive—everything was measured, aligned, and installed with real precision. He took the time to make sure the stairs were not only functional but also safe and seamless with the existing space. The work area was kept clean throughout, and he clearly takes pride in doing things the right way, not just the quick way. It’s not always easy to find someone this reliable and meticulous. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for high-quality work and professionalism.
— Robert VanasseView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Mar 18, 2026
Bruce was great to work with from start to finish. He was extremely responsive and communicative. He repaired a chewed baseboard (courtesy of a new puppy), painted our living room ceiling that had a water mark, as well as sanded and painted some patches on our basement ceiling. I would highly recommend Bruce and we will definitely go to him again in the future.
— Alison RushView on Google Reviews ↗
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Added 128 new comments, added 37 new photos, established rating 4.3
- behind the score: Solo operation — BBB profile lists a single employee