Needed to make a tweak to a radiator cover I had a different carpenter make for me years ago so that my AC would have a clear passage out into my room. Michael was quick to respond, stopped by to give me an estimate/clearly assess the situation, and ultimately gave me two options: make the entire cover over or do this smaller fix. I also received quotes from 3 other companies and they only gave me the first option. He was reliable and I am so happy with the work. He's detail oriented and professional. I will definitely call him again if I need work done in my apartment! read more

Porter Stable - Installed an air vent in my radiator cover. - Handyman Near Me

We first hired Porter Stable for small around the house repairs - hanging a mirror and shelf and wall-mounting a TV. Setting up an appointment was easy, price was reasonable and Michael was quick and friendly and efficient, and even gave me some pointers for how to hang things on the walls of our old pre-war apt. Between the pleasantness of dealing with him and solid work and great samples on their site, we hired Michael to design a built-in shelving unit for our living room, and simply couldn't be happier with the results. The fit is perfect and the look amazing - feel like they look much more expensive and luxurious than what they cost, both in expense as well as time/effort on our part, as Michael was so easy to communicate with. Most people might think of the phrases 'handyman' and 'craftsman' as mutually exclusive, but Michael and his company represent that rare and wonderful exception that run the gamut--equally adept at handling basic repairs as well as large-scale undertakings. You would be fortunate to hire them for any work around your home, large or small. read more

Porter Stable - Built-in shelving unit custom made for our apt. - Handyman Near Me

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I reached out to Michael for a challenging job when I first moved into my apartment. I had two mirrored walls that I wanted completely removed, repaired and painted. It was a tricky job, but Michael came by the apartment, gave me a fair quote and was an amazing communicator throughout the entire process. The end result exceeded my expectations and I couldn't be happier with the job. Will definitely be reaching out to Michael in the future and have recommended to all my friends in the WV area. Thank you, Michael! read more

We had what seemed like a challenging job, removing the top shelf of a custom built closet to allow access to the Verizon cable equipment behind it, but Michael handled it with ease and didn't even charge us! Then we had him back to install a toilet paper holder in porcelain tiles and he did an expert job on this as well. Very satisfied customer! read more

We've hired MIchael on several occasions for various projects, and have always been impressed by his professionalism, versatility, and attention to detail. Whether he was building a custom cover for our unsightly living room radiator, wrapping a scalding hot pipe with an insulated rope, or installing a new door, the job was always completed with a smile, on time and on budget. In addition to being extremely friendly and reasonably priced, he's truly at the top of his game as an all-around fix-it whiz. If you're searching for a reliable, trustworthy handyman, look no further than Porter Stable! read more

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I've worked with Michael on several projects over the past few months (drywall-related, installation of HVAC ceiling access panels, building a custom desk, reimagining an existing built-in, hanging artwork and mounting TVs) and have had positive experiences with him on these projects. I find Michael to be collaborative on creative processes, a pretty good listener and knowledgeable in his crafts. He also has a couple of nice guys who he brings on jobs depending on the scope (they're also knowledgeable), and what I really appreciate is the respect they show in arriving wearing masks, booties, and covering areas for cleanliness as requested. I anticipate working with Michael again in the future and am glad to have found him here on Yelp. read more

I'm pretty sure I can hang a TV. It would probably take me 2 hours, I would make a lot of marks, a few unnecessary holes, and pretty much leave the level glued to the wall. ...But I make no guarantees on just how long the TV will actually stay ON the wall. In the spirit of not destroying my TV and/or the wall in the condo I am renting, I figured I would hire someone to do it. Best Buy normally charges a gargantuan sum of $250 for this, and I had very little confidence in the Geek Squad of the Jersey City Best Buy, given the amount of sighing and loud gum chewing that was going on at that end of the phone call. Cue: Yelp. Took me about 43 seconds to find and decide on Porter Stable, and I was right to make such a quick decision. Michael was quick to reply, and came to Hoboken on my schedule (after work & the gym, 7:30pm). Not the ideal time to travel the Lincoln or the Holland, so I really did appreciate it. It took him 30 minutes to do the job; he had all the tools and specific screws / anchors to get it right. I feel as if my TV is glued to the wall and wouldn't fall even if I tried to make it. In my opinion, $120 well spent. read more

We recently moved into a rental 3 bedroom house in Astoria and Porter Stable painted the house for us. When we first did a walkthrough with Michael he gave us a quote for the price but once they started the work turned out to be much more than any of us anticipated. Despite needing a week more to finish the job due to cracks in the walls and structural issues, Michael said he would only charge us extra if our landlord was willing to reimburse us. When our landlord only agreed to reimburse us a small amount Michael only charged us that extra amount despite the work being much more than the amount he charged. So suffice to say, it was very easy to work with Michael. That speaks to his flexibility and generosity but the actual work was top-notch as well. Our house had cracks and flaws everywhere and now visitors rave about how great our place looks. I'll attach before and after pictures to show the dramatic difference but they did a great job! I would highly recommend Porter Stable to anyone needing a large amount of work done at a high level of quality for a great price. read more

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Just updating in 2021. Still having Michael help me out and he is still great. squeezed me into his schedule while he was doing other jobs in the neighborhood. Ac was installed quickly and is saving me during this humid weather. read more

i had a few projects that needed help with, painting, repairing an antique table and stabilizing our bedframe. michael was quick to reply, very pleasant to deal with reasonably priced and we were very pleased with the end results. will call michael in the future when in need of a reliable person for various things, very hard to find this type of person these days in new york. read more

Mike was incredibly professional and did high-quality work. He was responsive to calls/texts, flexible with his time, efficient, and showed up right away to get the job done. Pricing very fair. Didn't leave a mess. Would 100% hire again! P.S. He is fully vaccinated, but also still came in/willing to work with mask on. read more

Beautiful Paint job........reliable and very very nice owner. I highly recommend this company. I had work done 2015 and if ever I need a painter again I would not hesitate to call and use again.. Everything went smoothly and so so neat the painter was. Renee Kellman read more

I bought a wall-mounted desk that was sitting in my kitchen for 2 months before I found Michael. I was specifically looking for a knowledgeable, detail-oriented, hard working professional with great customer service and Michael fits this bill to a tee! Michael assembled and mounted the desk, barely even needing the confusing instruction book. He works fast but that doesn't take away from the quality of his work. Very reasonable price, as well! Michael answered all my home improvement-ignorant questions and the result is a perfect desk. I was so excited that I HAD to post a photo on facebook and I've received tons of compliments on it thanks to Michael! Highly recommended! read more

Porter Stable - Perfectly installed wall-mounted desk - Handyman Near Me

I hired Michael and his team to paint my apartment in Brooklyn. He responded promptly and we coordinated over text. He came to check it out and since I was leaving for the holidays, I asked if they could paint while I was away - he said it was no problem and when I came back, the apartment was perfectly painted. Michael asked a few questions over text while I was traveling, sent pictures when it was done, then left the keys behind when they finished. I couldn't have asked for a more seamless customer service experience and, most importantly, the paint job was excellent. Michael will be my first call for anything else I need in my new home. read more

First let me start with the positives: Michael answered on my first call, agreed to come install my window treatments the next day, and gave me an update via text the day of when he was on his way. Unfortunately I wasn't overly impressed with his skills or efficiency. He was hanging window treatments in two windows and I was assisting. He drilled 12 holes through a metal facing, which took him 80 minutes because he had to go to his car for a ladder and he didn't have drill bits specific metal (which I know they sell because I used to work at a hardware store). 80 minutes and $110 to drill 12 holes with me helping didn't seem that impressive. He was very nice, but I just wasn't overly impressed with his actual skills. read more

Was looking forward to working with these guys given all the fantastic reviews. The guy that picked up the phone must have been robo-trippin, he was so out of it. I had to repeat myself so many times, then asked if he had a pen to write my email address down so that he could send me available times, and he said he didn't have a pen...okay buddy. Asked me to text him pictures of the area because he didn't want to bother coming out to do an estimate. I'll do it only as a last resort if all other handymen don't come up with good rates. read more

I am now based in CA and was selling my NYC apartment (sniff) The new buyer had requested the removal of AC units and so we scheduled removal before closing *just in case* we would need to keep them. Well, of course one of the AC units that had been there since creation would not come out, so the movers had to remove the window sill and quite a bit of paint leaving it looking less than desirable and damaging the window so it wouldn't shut. This was Sunday and the walk-through and closing was Monday afternoon -- eep! Luckily, my former tenant referred Michael (and based on his Yelp reviews I can see why!) I messaged him and even though it was his off day, he messaged back shortly thereafter that he would get over there to try and fix the problem and at a minimum, give me a quote that I could present the buyer with. He also gave me his cell and told me to text him so he could respond faster. Michael was able to fix the window and give an incredibly reasonable quote for the rest of the work. He also let us know he could come out the next day to fix everything. I was so impressed and RELIEVED to have Michael respond so quickly and show-up promptly (for reference: an hour before the walk through!) -- especially given the situation. I only wish I had known about him all those years in New York to help me out with other issues around the house. Thanks, Michael! read more

Calling Porter a life saver doesn't even cut the cake. I, like many young, non-handy females in the city, had an absolute meltdown the other day when I decided to try and give my room some new "feng shui" and move my bed around only to break to the wood base board. I sat on my bed and immediately sunk to the bottom. I realized either the 20 pounds of 16 handles I had the day earlier had finally caught up with me or I had broken something in my bed. I frantically called my parents who live on the west coast (cause that makes a lot of sense, right?) trying to find someway to either a) fix the situation over the phone for me or b) find a way to blame someone else for my ridiculous mistake (definitely the most adult approach). After ordering JB Weld Wood Glue from Wunwun (that new app that delivers everything and anything to you when you need it) with a 9-11 delivery status and trying my best to be Tim the Tool Man Taylor, I soon realized I was out of lucky. What is a non-native New Yorker to do?!?! Well, that's where Porter comes in. In the best "I'm not freaking out but I'm totally freaking out" voice I called him and left him voice mail. "Hi, ummmmm my names Melissa and I just broke my bed.... HELP!" He called me back within a half and hour and asked me to shoot over some pictures so he could assess the situation. Within minutes he responded letting me know this would be something he could help me with and quickly set up a time to meet. He was in and out of my place within a half an hour and completely replaced the broken wood slab for me instead of just jimmy rigging it. He gave me some hints of how to not break the other woods slabs if and when I tried to "re-decorate" my room again (pretty much, don't try and move your bed around without taking off the mattress and box frame off first ..... ooops :-/ lol ) He even helped me fix a few other nick nacs in my apartment that were in desperate need of attention. So, when I say describing Porter as a life saver doesn't even cut the cake, you see why. I HIGHLY recommend him to anyone looking for someone to help with small or medium size home projects -- especially those women out there who have two left hands when it comes to "home fix-it's" -- like me :) read more

This review is overdue but better late than never! Michael & his guys are lifesavers... there's really no other way to slice it. My husband & I spent a whole year going through a renovation (excruciating!) after we bought our apartment. Hell hath no fury like newlyweds undergoing a NYC renovation. When we finally moved into our place, I was eager to get all of the little odds & ends completed so we could get into a groove & get on with day-to-day life. Despite being a DIYer & HGTV enthusiast, my patience had run out. Cue Michael! Aside from being flexible, professional, & reasonably priced, he is also just a really nice guy. He came to our place quite a few times to assist with odd jobs like hanging my chandelier, putting up the curtain rods, hanging planters, putting together our guest room daybed, wiring our cable to another room etc. etc. He was reliable, communicative, & kind. If something was not done to my satisfaction, he would happily make the adjustments until I approved. If you need something done & are at a loss, call Michael! You will not regret it! read more

A much much delayed accolade for Michael and Porter Stable crew.. I had a nightmare contractor who managed to botch all of my business space renovation over a holiday weekend and Porter Stable came to the rescue! They managed to level out a wonky cement subfloor and smoothly layout the laminate floor planks, hang up lighting fixtures exactly where I asked for and even went to pick up long pieces of recycled Brooklyn oak shelving planks in Maspeth! The experience was night and day difference and Michael was professional, caring and responsive AND fair priced thru out the tightly scheduled project {even offering me a ride back to Bklyn when I was butt tired.. what a gentle human being!!} His crew worked fast and quietly and I can't be happier with the results 7+months later. As a small business owner, I can't recommend a better "fix it up" "pleasant to deal with" contractor handymen crew than Porter Stable. I also like that they are local in my neighborhood of West Village. read more

I worked with Michael and his team to transform my quirky West Village loft from a man cave into a pretty, feminine domain. One of the best things about Michael is his responsiveness. I don't think I waited more than 2 minutes for a response from him. Text, email, phone, in-person, you name it--he was instantly at the ready. I hired him to paint my place for 3 reasons: A. The reviews on Yelp. B. He had a great vibe. C. His estimate was very reasonable. He recommended some amazing paint (Farrow & Ball) and his crew worked for a week straight sanding and patching my ridiculously wavy walls. It was no easy task, and they were even willing to work on the weekend. Full disclosure, I'm picky as hell, so it when it came down to being satisfied I requested several touch-ups several times. To be fair, achieving precise lines with dark gray paint in a pre-war bathroom is a huge pain in the ass, but I was hoping for a more "linear" finish. Regardless, Michael's, "It's not over 'til you're happy" philosophy was greatly appreciated. In the end, my apartment truly is transformed and when I look at the before pictures, I'm amazed at what a dramatic difference his team made (stay tuned for pics). Bottom line: If you're looking for an accommodating, honest and reliable contractor at a reasonable price--Michael's your guy. His team is hard-working and responsive. It was a pleasure working with all of them and I thank them for beautifying my home. read more

The reviews are accurate. Michael is a very nice guy who is prompt, considerate with your place and does professional quality work. His number is worth saving. Highly recommended. read more

Michael is awesome. Painting, handyman and basic repairs. He is my go-to guy. Highly recommended and reliable

I had bought a movie/TV projector from a restaurant auction but, upon returning home, realized I was haveing a "Now what? " moment - where does it go? How do I mount it? I eventually figured out the best placement would be on my wall, which was brick. Any other wall, I think I would have been brave enough to try, but the brick was possibly a bit out of my league. So I called Porter Stable, chatted with Mr. Russo, and found that he was a pro at this and he'd drive up to my Brooklyn digs and do everything for me. He was polite, showed up on time, and did a fantastic job that has led to hours of multi-media enjoyment (well, hours for the few days it's been up!). Highly recommended! read more

Guardian Angels come in all forms. On Memorial Day weekend, ours came in the form of Michael! We had moved three weeks prior to Memorial Day weekend and did not have the foresight to set up A/C as a top priority, even as the days became progressively hotter. By the Friday of Memorial Day weekend, our apartment was officially a scorching sauna. I beelined to Lowe's, picked up two A/C units and began to reach out to various businesses, inquiring for help with installation. Not only did majority of the quotes come in costing us a hand a foot, the earliest they could do it was on a Monday/Tuesday. In steps (cue heavenly music) Michael!! Not only was he SUPER responsive, he was able to get it done later that day for a very reasonable price. An all-around super nice guy, who's great at his craft and super professional. The ONLY guy I'll ever go to and work with when things arise. Michael, please, never move away!!! read more

I was blown away by the responsiveness and quality of work Michael provided. Within an hour of the call, the job was DONE (and done super well). He arrived within 15 minutes of texting him the address and installed a window AC unit in record time including a safety support bracket. He even installed a nice chord guide to keep everything neat. I wouldn't call any other handyman. Michael is awesome. read more

When I noticed caulk disappearing from around the tub, sink, bathroom wall tiles and toilet bowl base, as well as a little kitchen sink leak that could turn to trouble any day now, I decided I'd better check into hiring a handyman who could do it all and more - stat. After way too much time spent calling around town and speaking to a few guys (if they even bothered to call back) quoting outrageous prices, I was lucky enough to find Porter Stable on YELP and believe me, I couldn't be happier! Mike not only returned calls promptly, but when he came out to do the job, he was easygoing, courteous and did a GREAT job at a very reasonable price! He fixed everything I was concerned about and a few other things I was questioning. From the caulking and plumbing (my tub faucet constantly dripped too) to figuring out why my dimmers keep blowing out to patching up areas out on my tiny terrace, Mike literally can do it all! I really appreciated his meticulous attention to detail, his suggestions (all good!) and wide range of skills, but he seemed to also take great pride in a job well done - a rare quality these days, especially in NYC! They can build things like shelves and closets, hang stuff on walls (that won't fall down!) and miraculously, Mike fixed my track closet doors, which hadn't worked well since I moved in 15 years ago! Being disabled and in a wheelchair, there never seems to be a lack of things around the house that I need help with when it comes to fix-it projects, so I'm absolutely thrilled to have found Porter Stable - there's no doubt that I'll be calling again for a major Spring apartment do-over I've got planned! read more

I love Mike! He built my cabinets/bookcases flanking my fireplace. Great price and great work. Hard to find someone so reasonable and reliable in NYC. Got back to me right away, great attention to detail, friendly and reliable. I'll definitely use him again. read more

Really great experience with Michael yesterday. I have zero DIY skills, so I needed someone to help me hang the art up in my apartment. I left a message in the morning, and he got back to me within a couple hours and was over the same day. Super nice, excellent job, really quick and easy. He even helped me hang some small things that are embarrassing to even need help with, but he was happy to do it. Small plus (but makes a big difference when you're at work or running around all day) - he communicates via text, which makes scheduling extra easy. I'll definitely be calling him again. read more

Michael was extremely professional and helpful. He worked very diligently for four hours and came up with a few solutions to unorthodox issues I had with mounting stuff. He was able to swap out four light fixtures lickety-split, and was friendly besides. He has an eye for detail and was even able to suggest proper spacing between adjacent frames. My place looks great now, and I owe it all to him! read more

I've hired Michael for several projects in my apartment and his work is nothing but stellar! He's always prompt, easy going and his work is always top quality. He communicates via text which makes scheduling a breeze. I will definitely be calling him again when I have some more projects done around the apartment. read more

A few weeks ago, my boyfriend and I made an attempt to hang a large-ish mirror from West Elm, but quickly realized we weren't at all equipped to do the job. I found Porter Stable's listing on Yelp and sent off an email, to which Michael responded very quickly. Michael showed up to our place in Brooklyn on the day that Hurricane Sandy started to hit(!) and got our mirror hanging beautifully in almost no time at all. He also quickly installed a couple of floating shelves we'd purchased for our bathroom and advised us that we probably needed to use an extra screw for stability. We are totally thrilled at how nice everything looks now. Michael was straightforward, efficient, and did a fantastic job-- we'll hire him again in a heartbeat for our next home improvement attempt! read more

This was the ONLY part of my kids move that was NOT totally stressful. They were on time and all the random tasks completed along with a few others. Cable, Ikea (delivery assemble,) and AJ Madison could learn from Michael bc they made my life hell during this move. Michael actually made my life easier. read more

Let me start by saying as women, finding a handyman in NYC is no easy task. We run the risk of hiring a complete stranger who either does not know his stuff, wastes time and money, or one who would like to know your stuff just a weeee too much if you get my drift. Michael from Porter Stable took the worry away. He's quick, kind, extremely professional, and the best news - knowledgeable and honest in assessments. A previous handyman had advised to install a new track for my sliding closet doors, a costly and time consuming job. This guy's inflated assessment also came with a super-sized interest in my personal life- Too many questions and a lil on the creepy side. So after reading all the amazing reviews for Porter Stable, I set up an appointment. Michael arrived right on time, took one look and instantly recognized that the devices had been installed the wrong way. In under 10 minutes, everything was back on track, literally, and my faith in handymen restored. Thank you Porter Stable!! read more

My husband and I needed someone to install a floating shelf and a swag pendant lamp in a loft space above our kitchen which we are turning into a little hangout area. Michael was friendly, punctual, efficient and came totally prepared. Whatever screws, fixtures, cords etc we were missing for the job, he magically produced. We are so happy with the results that as soon as he left we began planning new projects- replace the old tan ugly dimmer switches? Create a cover for our ptac unit? Shelves in the bedroom? We will certainly be using his services again. read more

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We were looking for someone to assemble our IKEA furniture (we're not too handy...) and found Michael on Craigslist. He answered right away and was available to come over almost immediately. Michael worked quickly and competently on the work we had for him and even offered to come back and do a touch-up, free of charge, if needed. He was low-key but very willing to offer suggestions, and I soon found myself looking for other projects I needed help on so that I could take advantage of his expertise! I would definitely hire him again for a variety of jobs (painting, repairs, custom furniture creation) and recommend him to others as well. read more

I'd had a few odds and ends that needed to be taken care of at my apartment for a while, so after asking friends for suggestions, I thought I'd go to Yelp for a good handyman. And oh, did Yelp deliver. Michael was on-time, efficient, reliable and did great work. Anything I asked of him was done and done well, and he even offered to buy supplies we needed- soo helpful. I recommend him highly. One of the many things he helped with was installing shoe shelves in my closet. I have gotten COMPLIMENTS on them. What is there to compliment about a shoe shelf? Call Michael, he can show you. read more

I called Michael on a Tuesday afternoon for help with two projects on Wednesday afternoon before moving into our apt. It was very last minute. I basically needed my TV to be mounted in the living room and curtain rods to be installed in the bedroom, however, it had to be on a specific time frame because I didn't want these projects to overlap with the actual move, as well as the cable/internet service guy. *Note* Both projects were new to me and Michael guided through the equipment I needed to have so both things could be done. Michael was EXTREMELY flexible with the time frame and finished the job in less than 2 hours. He did an amazing job! My TV and curtains/rods look great and I couldn't be happier. Thank you Michael! I'll be calling you again for more projects I've already been thinking about doing in our apartment :) read more

I found Michael on yelp on Monday morning, by Monday afternoon we had met up to look at the space I needed painted, and by Tuesday at 4 the entire apartment was painted. 3 rooms, 3 colors, crazy old molding... it all was finished and looks amazing- and at a completely reasonable price. Michael even picked up the paint for me. His guys were nice, hard-working, and careful. Michael, you're definitely my new go-to home improvement guy!! THANK YOU! read more

Michael and his team have done some really superior quality work for me over the years--repairing a severely cracked ceiling, evening out a long hallway wall so it could be wallpapered, and most recently fixing a mess I'd made of my bathroom wall removing a large modular wall planter. His work is impeccable, his prices extremely reasonable, and Michael and his team are always extremely professional and courteous. Cannot recommend Porter Stable highly enough! read more