Home Maintenance in Watertown, MA

Need home maintenance in Watertown, MA? Hands on Duty helps homeowners, landlords and local businesses keep their properties in good shape. A cracked ceiling, a toilet that keeps running, a cabinet door hanging by one hinge. Give us a call and we’ll get it handled.

Professional Home Maintenance Services in Watertown, MA

Watertown packs a lot into a small area. Along Mount Auburn Street, Pleasant Street and the side streets off Galen, you’ll see two-families, triple-deckers, older single-family houses and newer apartment buildings sitting side by side. Each one has its own quirks, and the older ones in particular tend to develop little problems that are easy to ignore until they get bigger.

Hands on Duty gives Watertown property owners a dependable team to call. Our home maintenance services in Watertown, MA include repairs, routine upkeep and preventive work that keeps small issues from turning into large bills. We show up on time, work carefully and clean up when we’re done.

Maybe you live in the house, maybe you rent out the second floor, maybe you look after several units. We’re glad to help in any of those situations, whether it’s one visit or a regular schedule.

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Price matters, so we keep it simple. After we see the work in person, you’ll get a clear number before we start. That way you can decide with all the facts in front of you.

As a local home maintenance company in Watertown, MA, our goal is to fix things properly so you aren’t calling someone again in a few months. When you have a handful of small jobs, we can usually group them into one trip, which keeps the cost down and saves you from scheduling several appointments.

Comparing home maintenance companies near me? Send us what you need done. We’ll help you sort out which repairs are urgent and which ones can wait a while.

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Why Choose Hands on Duty

A newer condo near Arsenal Yards and a worn-in two-family near the Charles River don’t need the same kind of care. So we begin by looking at your actual property and listening to what’s bothering you.

Having a single contact also makes life easier. Painting, plumbing, electrical, drywall. One call covers all of it, and you don’t have to chase down a different tradesperson for every task.

We lay down protection, keep the space orderly and let you know what’s happening as the work moves along. Before we leave, we go over the finished job with you.

One Phone Call Does It

Some customers call about a scuffed hallway. Others call because water is dripping through the ceiling. Hands on Duty serves homes and commercial spaces, so whatever’s gone wrong, there’s one number to dial.

Our Services in Watertown, MA

Here’s what we can help with.

Person painting interior ceiling with roller

New paint makes a space feel cared for. We handle interior and exterior painting, and we take the time to scrape, patch and prime properly so the finish lasts.

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Nearly every property has a to-do list that keeps growing. Pass it along. We take care of quick fixes, small installs and larger repair work.

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Dents, holes, popped seams and water-stained ceilings. We repair damaged drywall and put up new panels, finishing everything smooth for paint.

Worker installing star-pattern floor tiles

Older Watertown buildings often have plaster that cracks with age and temperature swings. We patch it, blend it in and prepare it for a clean finish.

Hand plane and wood shavings on bench

Trim that’s pulling away, a door that sticks, a bookshelf you’ve been wanting built. We take care of the woodwork around your home or shop.

Electrical Repairs

Outlets that stopped working, lights that buzz or switches that feel off. We handle everyday electrical repairs for homes and small commercial spaces.

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Leaky faucets, backed-up drains and fixtures that won’t shut off properly. We deal with the common issues fast, before water causes real damage.

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Cold winters and sticky summers put heating and cooling equipment through a lot. We help keep your system running comfortably all year.

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Assembling a wardrobe or desk can swallow a whole afternoon. We put the pieces together and carry the packaging out with us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hanging a mirror or fixing a loose railing is no problem. We also take on larger projects, so tell us what you have in mind and we’ll work out the scope together.

Yes. We regularly help owners of two-families, triple-deckers and apartment buildings, whether the work is in one unit or across several.

Yes. Shops, offices and other commercial spaces hire us for repairs, painting, cleaning and general upkeep.

In most cases, yes. Send us the whole list and we’ll plan the work to cut down on visits.

Yes. Plaster walls, old trim and uneven floors are all familiar to us, and we adjust our repairs to fit what’s actually in your building.

Call (617) 903-2411 or use the contact page. Let us know what you need and we’ll reply with next steps.

Ready to Get Started?

If you need home maintenance in Watertown, MA, reach out today. Tell us what’s going on and we’ll set up a time that fits your schedule.

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Great quality work and exceptional craftsmanship. Dilson/Clay and his team effectively reinforced our crawl space to prevent rodents from entering. I highly recommend them for any appropriate work. They are very organized, communicative, and thorough.
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I do not give out 5 stars in my feedback assessments generally. But Hands on Duty Inc. is an exception. Here's why. My husband and I moved to our home quite recently. In a few short weeks our son and his fiance would like to have an 80 person engagement party in our home. There were a number of projects that needed attention, carpentry, plumbing, lighting etc. We interviewed several companies. The Hands on team stood out among all those we spoke to and interviewed. Even in our walk through the impressive breadth and depth of their skills was evident in their in-the-moment problem solving. When we checked their references, all of the contacts called back immediately. Each reference was a multi-unit dwelling owner and they all spoke glowingly about how much they can rely on and can trust the Hands on team staying with them for many years because of their skill and reliability. When it came to the work itself, the team arrived precisely on time. They communicated thoughtfully and reasonably about what they were doing and why. And, they noticed and shared a thing or two that we had overlooked. One had to do with the HVAC, which, though vital and evident, and having been through two inspections, had not been caught other HVAC, "experts". Their attention to detail was so impressive. They did not leave (and came back ) until the job was done. Hands on Duty treated our house with great care as if it were their own home that they were working on. Since they have worked with us, everything works as it should and better still! Without hesitation, my husband and I recommend Hands on Duty. They have earned our high regard for their skill, workmanship, and warm kindliness.
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The crew at Hands on Duty is excellent. They have helped me many times make properties look beautiful and ready to sell. I highly recommend them.
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Hands on Duty is awesome. They are quick to do jobs and are very professional. High Quality work!
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One of the best around! I’ve worked with them many times over the past few years and I can’t recommend them enough
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Excellent service! Our company handles 400 plus units and I don't have to worry about a thing when I call Hands On Duty. Paul Gleason Fairfield Realty (Est 1967)
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Excellent help with home maintenance, such as clogged sinks, replacing sink fixtures, etc. I very highly recommend Hands On Duty Inc.!
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Great service for reasonable price
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Harun Buljina
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Dilson and co did a great job with finishing up our condo renovation. After previous contractors botched a number of important details and dragged out the project for months, Hands on Duty came in and immediately set things right. They handled paint touch ups, shoe trim installation, wall repair, crown molding, caulking, shelves, and more. They were professional, knowledgeable, worked very quickly, communicated well, and did everything we asked of them. They even have an in-house cleaning service that went above and beyond to leave our space spotless ahead of the final inspection. If we had worked with them from the start, we would have saved ourselves a lot of time, money, and headache. As it is, I'm happy to recommend them to anyone needing help with home renovation tasks.