Painting, carpentry, basic plumbing and electrics, repairs and flat-pack — from a team based in HA3, for homes across Harrow, Wealdstone, Kenton and the rest of HA1, HA2 and HA3
Harrow is home for us. We are based in HA3, so most Harrow jobs are a few minutes away, and we know the housing because we live among it. Semi-detached houses are the biggest single type in the borough — more than a third of all homes at the 2021 Census — many of them the Metroland semis that went up after the Metropolitan Railway reached Harrow. Add the terraces, about one home in six, and a growing number of purpose-built flats, and you have most of our work.
Those houses produce a familiar list: doors that have dropped in settled frames, bays and porches that need paint before winter, tired bathroom sealant, a shelf or a TV that needs a proper fixing in old plaster. Nearly three in ten Harrow homes are now privately rented, up from about one in five in 2011, so a lot of what we do is for landlords and letting agents getting a property ready for the next tenant.
Every job gets a fixed price before we start, everything is done by insured tradespeople, and it is all covered by our 12-month workmanship guarantee — whether it is one shelf or a full day's list.
Harrow's semis have big bays, tall stairwells and a lot of outside woodwork, and they reward being painted properly rather than quickly. We prepare first — filling, sanding and priming — so the finish lasts on old plaster and timber.
The Harrow jobs we see most: stairwells and landings in three-bed semis, where the height needs proper access rather than a stepladder; bay windows, porches and fascias that need repainting before the weather turns; pebbledash and render that needs masonry paint; and full repaints between tenants, where a quick, clean turnaround matters to the landlord as much as the finish.
Walls, ceilings, trim, and detailed work with premium paints and perfect finishes.
Weather-resistant coatings for doors, windows, and facades that last for years.
Expert hanging and removal of all wallpaper types, including textured and patterned.
Thorough prep work including filling, sanding, and priming for perfect results.
Accent walls, decorative finishes, and special effects to make your space unique.
Professional advice on color schemes and paint types for your specific needs.
A standard room typically takes 1-2 days including prep work, two coats, and drying time. Larger rooms or those needing extensive prep may take longer.
We can supply all materials, or you can provide your own if you have specific brands/colors in mind. We'll advise on quantities needed.
We include filling holes/cracks, sanding surfaces, cleaning walls, and protecting floors/furniture. Any major repairs would be quoted separately.
Most carpentry in Harrow is about making the original house work for how people live now — repairing timber that is worth keeping, and adding storage where the old plans never put any.
What we are asked for: alcove shelving and cupboards beside chimney breasts; internal doors eased, re-hung or given new handles and locks; stair spindles and handrails repaired rather than replaced; skirting and architrave patched to match the original; side gates and fence panels after the winter winds; and flat-pack furniture built and fixed to the wall so it cannot tip.
Built-to-measure storage solutions for any space
Internal doors, frames, and all hardware fitted perfectly
Fix and restore your valued wooden pieces
Custom woodwork tailored to your vision
Yes! We can match wood types, stains, and finishes to blend seamlessly with your existing features.
Absolutely. From built-in wardrobes to custom tables, we create bespoke pieces to your exact specifications.
These are the small plumbing jobs that do not need a full bathroom refit but do need doing properly — and in houses of this age, the fittings are often original enough that a washer swap is not the whole answer.
Around Harrow the plumbing calls are mostly dripping or stiff taps, leaking traps under sinks and basins, toilets that keep running, radiator valves that will not turn off, and baths and showers that need resealing before the old sealant lets water into the floor. In rented homes we also do the small fixes that come up at check-out, so the property is ready to let again.
Kitchen and bathroom taps, including mixer taps.
Filling valves, flush mechanisms and running toilets.
Isolating and fixing small leaks under sinks and basins.
Fixing dripping taps at the source.
Fitting new showerheads and hoses.
Replacing faulty stop valves under sinks and toilets.
Clearing or replacing blocked or leaking wastes.
Releasing air locks and improving heating efficiency.
Fitting towel rails, toilet roll holders and soap dispensers.
We focus on basic plumbing maintenance and repairs — tap replacements, leak repairs, cistern fixes and similar tasks. For full plumbing installations or boiler work we recommend a Gas Safe registered plumber.
Yes — dripping taps are one of our most common jobs. We replace washers, O-rings or the tap itself depending on the cause.
We can replace toilet seats, cistern parts and flush mechanisms. For full toilet replacement including new waste connections we recommend a qualified plumber.
We reply during office hours, Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm. For an emergency such as a leak, please WhatsApp us on 07303 172140 for the fastest response.
Straightforward, like-for-like electrical work carried out safely. Anything notifiable under Part P goes to a registered electrician, and we will tell you which category your job falls into before we start rather than after.
In Harrow the common ones are changing tired switches and sockets, replacing light fittings in hallways and on landings, fitting outdoor lights by the front door or along the side of the house, and swapping extractor fans like for like. If we open something up and find wiring that should not be touched, we stop and tell you, and anything notifiable goes to a registered electrician.
Swapping ceiling lights, pendants and spotlights.
Replacing faulty or damaged switches like for like.
Replacing damaged or discoloured sockets.
Upgrading standard sockets to USB-integrated versions.
Wired doorbell fitting and replacement.
Replacing outdoor security and porch lights.
Battery-operated and mains-replacement smoke alarms.
Installation of CO detectors.
Replacing damaged aerial sockets.
We carry out basic like-for-like electrical tasks that do not require Part P certification — such as replacing light fittings, switches and sockets. All new circuits, consumer unit work or full electrical installations must be carried out by a qualified Part P electrician, which we can recommend.
Yes — we can replace an existing light fitting with a new one on the same circuit. If new wiring or a new circuit is needed, a Part P electrician would be required.
We can replace existing spotlight fittings like for like. Installing new downlights into a ceiling where no fitting currently exists requires a Part P electrician.
We can replace standard switches and sockets with smart equivalents where the existing wiring supports it — such as Philips Hue switches and smart plug sockets.
Yes — we can replace existing outdoor light fittings like for like. New outdoor circuits require a Part P electrician.
Every job gets a fixed price before we start, worked out from these rates. Materials are charged separately.
One-hour minimum charge
Per hour after the first
From your photos
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On-time, professional, quality work
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We cover the whole of Harrow and the HA postcodes around it for handyman work and small repairs, usually within a few days of you getting in touch:
Yes. We are based in HA3, so all of HA1, HA2 and HA3 is local for us — Harrow on the Hill, Wealdstone, Harrow Weald, Kenton, North, South and West Harrow, Headstone and Rayners Lane — along with Pinner, Hatch End, Stanmore and Belmont. There is no extra charge for travel anywhere in the borough.
Yes, one hour. Every job gets a fixed price before we start, worked out from £70 for the first hour and £60 for each hour after that, plus materials. Quotes from your photos are free. If we need to see the job first, the visit is £25, and it comes off your quote if you go ahead.
Yes. Harrow has 30 conservation areas, and several around Harrow on the Hill have Article 4 directions, which can mean even small changes to the outside of a house need planning permission. Inside repairs are rarely affected. Outside, we repair like for like, and if a change might need consent we tell you before we start, not after.
We can do the repair side. Harrow Council's selective licensing covers Wealdstone North and South from 1 September 2026, alongside Edgware, Roxeth, Greenhill and Marlborough earlier in 2026. The licence application is between you and the council, but we can work through the repairs on your list — doors, locks, sealant, damp patches, decorating — and send you photos when it is done.
In a controlled parking zone, Harrow Council asks tradespeople to use a visitor parking permit, which residents buy. If you live in a CPZ, please have one ready for the time we are with you. For small jobs nearby we often come by scooter, which makes parking easy.
Basic plumbing covers taps, traps, waste pipes, toilet mechanisms, radiator valves and leaks. Basic electrical covers like-for-like sockets, switches, light fittings and outdoor lights. Anything notifiable under Part P, such as a consumer unit or a new circuit, goes to a registered electrician — we will tell you upfront rather than take it on.
Yes. We carry full public liability insurance, and every job has our 12-month workmanship guarantee. Being based in Harrow helps here too: if something is not right, we are only a few minutes away to come back and fix it.
Because we are local, usually within a few days, and sooner for small jobs when we are already nearby. Send photos on WhatsApp or use the form, and we will come back with a fixed price and a time.
Something bigger — planning a whole-house project instead? See full house refurbishment in Harrow. Letting a property? Read our landlord checklist between tenants.
We stand behind our work. If you're not satisfied with the quality of our workmanship within 12 months of completion, we'll make it right at no additional cost. This guarantee covers defects in our work, not normal wear and tear or damage caused by others.