Small home repairs.
Handled.
Scheduled home repair and handyman services for homeowners, weekenders, and short-term rentals around Kingston and the Hudson Valley.
Small repairs. Punch lists. The jobs contractors often skip.
I focus on contained repairs and practical projects that can be clearly scoped.
Drywall & Wall Repair
Small holes, patches, damaged drywall, and touch-up prep.
Doors, Trim, & Hardware
Sticking doors, latch and hinge adjustments, trim, knobs, handles, and hardware.
Shelving, Mounting, & Storage
Shelves, mirrors, rods, garage storage, closet components, and mounting.
Caulking & Weatherproofing
Tub and shower caulk, trim caulking, weatherstripping, and sealing.
Home Maintenance, Smart Devices, & Punch Lists
HVAC and water filter replacement, battery-powered smoke/CO detector replacement and battery changes, smart locks, cameras, sensors, furniture assembly, and bundled small repairs.
Minor Exterior Repairs
Small deck, fence, gate, screen, mailbox, and exterior-trim repairs.
Not sure if your job fits? Text me a photo. I don’t take emergency, major electrical or plumbing, HVAC repair or service beyond filter changes, roofing, structural, or full-remodel work.
Send the problem. Skip the phone call.
Text a few photos. If I can scope it remotely, I’ll give you the next step. If not, I’ll tell you what I need.
Text Tom a PhotoText it
Send photos, a short description, and the town.
Scope it
I confirm whether it fits and either quote it or tell you what I still need.
Fix it
We schedule the work. I handle it, clean up, and send completion photos when needed.
You don’t have to be here for the repair to get done.
Own a second home or short-term rental? Text the issue, arrange access, and I can handle many small repairs without you making a special trip.
Home-improvement expertise, with hands-on experience behind it.
I’m Tom Scalisi, a home-improvement and tools writer. I’ve written for This Old House, Bob Vila, Family Handyman, Pro Tool Reviews, Popular Mechanics, Forbes Home, U.S. News, Angi, and other home and construction publications.
I’ve also done handyman and home-improvement work myself. This service brings the two together: practical experience, clean work, clear scope, and direct communication.
Kingston + nearby Ulster County.
I generally stay within about 20–25 minutes of Kingston so small jobs stay practical.
Outside the usual radius? Ask by text.
Before you text.
If you’re unsure, text a photo. I’ll tell you quickly.
Can you quote jobs from photos?
Often. Straightforward repairs can usually be scoped from good photos; uncertain or hidden work may need an in-person look.
Do I have to be home?
Not always. Arranged access may work for second homes and rentals, and I can send completion photos.
What work don’t you take?
I focus on small repairs and punch lists—not emergency, major electrical or plumbing, HVAC repair or service beyond filter changes, roofing, structural, or full-remodel work.
Can I bundle several small jobs together?
Yes. Send the whole list; bundling small jobs is often the best use of a visit.
Text me a photo of what needs fixing.
Send photos, a short description, and the town. I’ll tell you if it fits and what the next step is.
(845) 276-3945