Need Brick Mailbox Built and Swirly Vent on Roof Fixed!!!! :)

Updated on April 05, 2008
J.E. asks from Arlington, TX
12 answers

Hello, everyone! We are in desparate need of someone who can perform some "minor" duties around our house. We are the only house on the block without a brick mailbox, and I can't stand it any longer. Also, one of the swirly vent thingies on the top of our house has stopped swirling (no idea what these things are actually called!!). I climbed on the roof to tighten a screw in it, as my husband is afraid of heights (what a whip!), and that helped it for a little while. But it has again stopped swirling, and I'm afraid it will end up in really high utility costs before too long. PLEASE, can anyone give me the name and contact information for a good, affordable (emphasis on the affordable) handyman or contractor who does fix-it stuff in the arlington/mansfield area? Thanks so much!!!! :)

What can I do next?

  • Add yourAnswer own comment
  • Ask your own question Add Question
  • Join the Mamapedia community Mamapedia
  • as inappropriate
  • this with your friends

So What Happened?

Wow - thanks for everyone's suggestions on good handymen (or handywomen) in the area. We called several about our brick mailbox and turbine issues, and settled on a great one. He was inexpensive, super-polite, and fast. Less than a week later, we have a new brick mailbox and a wind turbine on our roof that actually spins (imagine that)! After living and working in Tyler for 25 years, he recently moved to teh DFW area. So, if anyone needs some work done, let me know, and I'd be happy to forward his informatino on to you.

Featured Answers

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

M.C.

answers from Dallas on

David Whidbee is a great contractor. Inexpensive and fast. Worth givin him a call. ###-###-#### Christistan Man

2 moms found this helpful

More Answers

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

P.W.

answers from Dallas on

Hello J.,

Great christian contractor for you.

Southern Customs
Owner
Brad Roberts
www.socustoms.com
###-###-####

Pat Winn
www.winn4ever.com

2 moms found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

N.P.

answers from Dallas on

J. my dad is a contractor and is very inexpensive and would be happy to help. And yes I can speak for him. He has been in the business for over 20 years but is affordable. My number is ###-###-#### and I will give you his number.

2 moms found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

C.W.

answers from Dallas on

I have a great handyman that does all jobs from big to small. His name is Ken Webster ###-###-####. He's worked for me and my clients and everyone adores him. Yesterday he fixed my motorized gate, hung a mirror, got up on a ladder to change time on a clock that was 20' high, changed my air filters on my high ceilings, and recaulked 2 bathtubs, and added a safety bar in one my baths for my elderly mom who lives with me. He cleans up after himself, he doesn't smoke, and he's reasonable.

2 moms found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

B.G.

answers from Dallas on

Good morning, J..

You could try The Handyman Crew at ###-###-####. They will come out to discuss the project and give you a free estimate.

Have a great day.

B.

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

K.T.

answers from Dallas on

J., if you work in Arlington, you could check the website. Many times there are teachers who do handy man work on the side

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

M.T.

answers from Dallas on

My husband works for a small business owned contractor that builds mailboxes. He does work for my employer and he does beautiful work. He isn't that expensive and I'm sure they can work for you. Call him and he will get the ball rolling for you as soon as this weekend weather permitting. His name is John Taylor ###-###-####. If he doesn't answer, just leave a message he can come out an give you an free estimate.

Good luck! BTW, my husband said that swirly thing on your roof is called a turbine. LOL!

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

K.B.

answers from Dallas on

Hello J.,

I have a very good Christian contractor/roofer that will do you right girl. His name is Rodney, the number is ###-###-#### business name is R A Gattis. I know him personally (he is my boyfriend) and I know he does great work and is affordable. He lives in Mansfield so he is close too.

Tell him K. sent you from Mamasource. He'll know what you are talking about.

K.

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

G.G.

answers from Dallas on

J., I work for Herman Boswell Property Mgmt in Arlington,and will give you the name of one of our maintenance guys and if he doesnt do that kind of work i have plenty more. ( Rip ###-###-####.)
If you get info on the brick mailbox please let me know as I want to have one done for my mom as inexpensively as possible. G.:)

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

S.N.

answers from Dallas on

I know several handy men.... is it the dfw area?..If so I will get you their information.

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

S.S.

answers from Dallas on

Call Larry Fortney of Larry's Handyman Service
###-###-####. He does good work at affordable prices.

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

D.

answers from Dallas on

Sorry for the late response, we were on vacation. My husband owns a masonry company and he builds brick mailboxes. Our company number is ###-###-####.
Thank you

For Updates and Special Promotions
Follow Us

Related Questions