We just had these folks out for a second time for some handyman work. I had had to remove a door…read morefrom its frame to get a new washer into my laundry room, but underestimated how difficult it would be to line up to reinstall. I also needed some help getting a new wind stop/chain installed on a swinging screen door in the basement. They were the only service I reached out to who asked for specific details about the jobs before providing a quote, which is a great way to do business. They also provided a real time of expected arrival instead of something like a four-hour window taking up your entire day. They arrived a little before the time quoted with two people - one the main handyman and one being trained. They did a prompt and excellent job and the cost was very fair. I almost don't want to tell everyone how good they are because then they'll become too busy, ha! They truly deserve your business.

Kind and personal service. They are a company that really cares about their customers.read more

Vee and Paul have painted every room in our house over several years. They are an amazing team!…read more They Are masters of color (or white) and are perfectionists. They complete the job as predicted and the result has always been perfect or better Than perfect. Thanks Vee and Paul for your professionalism, your skill, and your trustworthiness. Highly recommended!

I had a great experience working with Paul and Vee. The quote they gave me was extremely…read morereasonable and they were able to start the project in a matter of days to meet some time constraints that I had and even finished ahead of schedule. I was impressed with their attention to detail and they offered to help me with all kinds of odds and ends around the house since I had just moved into the home. I felt comfortable having them in my home and they have even reached out to me after the job just to see how things are going. Would definitely not hesitate to hire them again.

Alan communicates exceedingly well - I never had to seek him out for an update or to ask about next…read moresteps, he always took the initiative to reach out when he had an update or a question for me. I also requested several quotes for this work to repair my deck - Alan came in at a very reasonable rate. Much more so than some of the other quotes and the work he did was of high standard. See photo of the time he took to sand the edges of the handrails; he also took special care to choose high quality boards. Even when he ended up realizing that there would need to be additional work to be done that would come at an additional cost to me, he made sure to talk me through my options, he made recommendations, and never forced me into anything. Instead, he worked with me to find solutions that would result in a safe, quality deck and also at a cost that I could manage. We're quite pleased with our repaired deck and would absolutely hire him again. He exceeded our expectations.

Alan rebuilt exterior stairs at our Mt Lebanon home. He helped us to create the vision and he…read moreexecuted with extreme care to the quality and pulled of an end result that we are thrilled with! Alan is kind and generous with his time and attention to detail, communicates well and is a pleasure to work with. Would highly recommend!

Mayson did drywall repair and painting in three rooms after some foundation work caused cracks in…read moreour walls and ceiling. He matched the existing texture on everything perfectly, you really cannot tell where the repairs were done. He covered all the floors and furniture with plastic before getting started and showed up on time both days. Friendly guy, easy to have working in the house. Fair price for skilled work. The kind of tradesman you want to hang onto once you find them.

From the owner: Since 2013, Arlington Painting Services has transformed Pittsburgh homes and businesses with…read morequality craftsmanship and dependable service. Under the leadership of manager Mayson Pruitt, the company has earned a strong local reputation through attention to detail and genuine care for every residential and commercial project. Our skilled team specializes in interior and exterior painting, using premium materials and proven techniques for long-lasting results. From historic neighborhoods to modern developments, we’ve completed over 800 successful projects, consistently delivering on-time, on-budget solutions that enhance property value across the Steel City. What sets Arlington Painting Services apart is our commitment to Pittsburgh’s community values. We source materials locally when possible, employ neighborhood residents, and maintain transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Every job reflects our promise of quality workmanship, supported by warranties and responsive customer service. As Pittsburgh’s trusted painting partner, Arlington Painting Services continues to grow through referrals and repeat clients who value reliability, professionalism, and superior results. Contact us to discover why property owners choose our proven expertise for their most important painting projects.

I was visiting my aunt in Pittsburgh and accidentally broke her anvient thermostat. The front panel…read morejust fell off when I was trying to fiddlw with the controls. The model was so old that I was not able to find a manual for it and after I noticed it still had a mercury capsule for measuring temperature I told her we should replace the whole thing anyway. I had no idea how the wiring worked, so I looked for a handyman nearby with experience working on these older models. I found Oleh through his website, he told me he has replaced the exact same model in the past and even told me what the wires were upfront so I decided to go with him to do the job. He said he could buy a replacement on his way to me and didn't charge me extra, even showed me the receipt for how much he paid for the new one. I paid 25$+tax for the new thermostat and 85$ for the replacement work. He knew exactly what he was doing. Because the new device was smaller he also applied some drywall filler to patch up the spot for free. The communication was great, pricing was very transparent, everything worked, so I'm very happy with the service.

From the owner: We provide handyman services in the Pittsburgh area. Contact us for free quotes on home repair,…read moreroofing, drywall installation and repair, concrete and masonry services and siding. We strive to provide friendly and transparent customer service and will get back to you in 3 hours at most.

Tucked in the back of a gas station is one of the greatest sandwiches in the city, and it's being…read moremade by the kindest older couple you'll ever meet, Bob and Carol. They've been doing this for 50 years, and it shows in every bite. They make their own Slovenian kielbasa and hot sausage, which alone would be enough reason to stop in. But the real heavyweight champ here is the Reuben. This thing is obscene in the best way possible. You get a half-cow's worth of corned beef stacked on three slices of Mancini's seeded rye for like 13 bucks.. Perfectly grilled, balanced, and absolutely fearless with the portions. It's the kind of sandwich that makes you stop mid bite and laugh because it's that good. Knock-your-socks-off good. I'll go out on a limb and say this might be the best sandwich in the city. If you care about real food, real people, and places that still do things the right way, go here. Then go back again and again and again! Just a heads up the kitchen closes at 2pm and is NOT open on weekends!

It was storming so badly, I pulled over to get gas. I was drenched running from my car to the store…read moreto pay for gas. I was holding my 8 pound Yorkie and the poor thing was drenched and shaking. The second I walked in, the old guy asked me to leave since I had my dog. What a terrible staple of the community to push someone out in a storm with their small dog that was held! Not unleashed . Awful. I went down the road into shaler and the guy was so welcoming to me and my dog, and even offered me a free cup of hot coffee because he felt so bad that I was out in the storm and wrenched and just needed some gas to get home. You can have that don't be crummy gas station in Spring Garden with the dumpy crummy old people that have such sticks in the mud and unkind and unfriendly, and unwilling to lend a helping hand in a storm . Disgusting and such a dog friendly world to have nasty people like this to push you away with one. My dog is cleaner than your crummy station.

The was amazing working with Jason and his crew at building buddies. Before the Reno started, I had…read moreno idea how to transform the space but Jason had great ideas and was great collaborating with him on them. They worked on removing old drop ceiling and out dated wall paneling with brand new plasterboard throughout the house. They were efficient with great attention to detail! I would work with Jason and the crew over and over again and am looking forward to doing so on different projects in the future. The value and results are well worth it! Mike

Our basement was a hodgepodge of three different floorings, one drop and one conventional ceiling,…read moreand two walls in the laundry area covered in plastic by a waterproofing company. Jason and his team renovated the whole basement by installing drywall, replacing the drop ceiling with a conventional ceiling and new lighting, and covering the entire floor with functional but attractive laminate. They went above and beyond to make sure we were involved in the design and satisfied with the results. In addition, they replaced our kitchen floor, which had some water damage, with beautiful ceramic tile to complement the existing quartz counters. This is the second major project Jason has done for us. He previously remodeled a bathroom for us, replacing all the fixtures and flooring, as well as installing a pocket door. We are very happy with all the work that was done and would highly recommend Building Buddies.