Hi. I’'m Tess, a handyman who cares.

Primarily serving SE Portland. Let me know how I can help!

My Values

I know that I should write stuff here about customer satisfaction & quality workmanship, but that’s honestly kinda boring and should be the bare minimum. Here’s what actually fuels me:

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Curiosity

We’re driven by finding creative solutions and asking “what if?” Getting trapped in “the way we’ve always done things” limits possibility. We want to solve problems and make your home feel better to live in.

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Community

We love getting to know you and contributing to the neighborhood. We’re happy to serve our community in ways that make a visible and tangible difference in your life.

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Care

We really give a shit about people. Thank you for allowing us into your home. We don’t take it lightly. From making sure your pets are safe, to not tracking in mud, to honoring your budget, we look forward to showing you how much we care.

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Handyman

I grew up in the midwest in a 100-year-old-farmhouse with blue collar parents who didn’t believe in child labor laws (sorta kidding). The joke’s on me though, because while I hated hauling gravel and painting walls as a kid, I can’t get enough of it now.

I love thinking about how my dad taught me to swap out electrical switches, tile a kitchen floor, or remove old cat-pee-soaked ducting. They were some of the rare times I didn’t feel pressure to “act like a girl.” I’m so grateful for that foundation, and am happy I get to continue doing what I love.

Wanna work together?

Every project starts with a free virtual consultation. I want to make sure we both feel safe and confident moving forward, and that I have an accurate idea of what you’re looking for.