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Done Right Houston provides professional handyman services in Houston Heights and the Greater Heights area, helping homeowners with repairs, installations, maintenance, and smaller improvement projects. From older Heights bungalows to updated homes, our team understands the care required when working around existing finishes, original details, and unique home layouts.
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SERVICES
Services Done Right Houston Provides in Houston Heights
Heights homes have repair needs that most general handymen are not set up to handle correctly. Here are the services we focus on in this neighborhood and the specific jobs within each.
Drywall and Plaster Repair in Houston Heights
Most Heights bungalows built before 1950 have plaster over wood lath, not drywall. Plaster cracks, patches, and textures differently from drywall. Applying standard drywall compound to a plaster wall produces a repair that fails within a year.
Done Right Houston uses the correct materials and technique for plaster walls and matches the existing texture so the repair blends. For newer Heights townhomes and infill construction, we handle standard drywall patching, crack repair, and texture matching.
Slab movement cracks in the newer ranch-style homes in Greater Heights are also a regular job for our team.
Plaster Wall Repair
Period-correct materials and technique for pre-1950 Heights bungalow plaster walls.
Drywall Patching
Hole patching and crack repair in newer Heights townhomes and additions.
Texture Matching
Smooth, orange peel, and skip trowel texture matched to the surrounding wall before paint.
Interior Painting Touch-ups
Paint-ready finish on all repairs. Full room painting available as a separate service.
Carpentry and Trim Repair in Houston Heights
Craftsman bungalows in the Heights have trim profiles you cannot buy at a big box store. Crown molding, picture rail, wainscoting, and built-in cabinetry all have specific dimensions that have to be matched when sections need repair or replacement.
Done Right Houston handles carpentry repair in Heights homes with the understanding that matching the existing profile is the job. We do not substitute modern trim that stands out against 100-year-old millwork.
For new construction townhomes throughout the Heights, we handle fresh baseboard installation, closet built-ins, and shelving systems.
Crown Molding Repair
Matching existing craftsman crown profiles in historic Heights bungalows.
Picture Rail and Wainscoting
Repair and installation of period details common in Heights historic district homes.
Baseboard Installation
New baseboard in townhomes and refreshed rooms throughout the Heights.
Built-In Shelving
Closet systems, garage storage, and wall shelving installed level and anchored.
Door Repair and Adjustment, Houston Heights
Pier and beam foundations move with Houston’s clay soil through the seasons. That movement racks door frames in Heights bungalows constantly. A door that latches fine in March may stick badly by August.
Done Right Houston diagnoses the cause before adjusting anything. The fix for a racked pier and beam frame is different from a simple hinge tightening, and addressing the wrong thing leaves you with the same problem six months later.
We handle hinge adjustment, strike plate repositioning, frame shimming, and weather stripping replacement throughout the Heights historic district and Greater Heights.
Pier and Beam Door Adjustment
Diagnosis and correction of door frame racking from foundation movement.
Hinge Repair and Replacement
Stripped screws, loose hinges, and squeaking doors fixed at the source.
Door Hardware Replacement
Knobs, deadbolts, and entry hardware replaced on original and modern Heights doors.
Weather Stripping
Door seals replaced to reduce drafts and improve efficiency in older Heights homes.
Plumbing Repairs in Houston Heights
The oldest Heights bungalows have cast iron drain lines and galvanized supply pipes that are well past their service life. Slow drains and supply line failures are routine in pre-1950 Heights plumbing that has never been updated.
Done Right Houston handles the plumbing repairs that come up most in Heights homes. Faucet replacement, toilet installation, garbage disposal swap, and supply line replacement are jobs we run throughout this neighborhood regularly.
For newer Heights townhomes, we handle faucet upgrades, toilet replacements, and disposal installations as part of the same visit when multiple jobs are on the list.
Faucet Replacement
Kitchen and bathroom faucet swaps with supply line connection and leak check.
Toilet Installation
Full removal and replacement including wax ring and supply line.
Drain Cleaning
Slow and clogged drains cleared in original cast iron and modern drain configurations.
Supply Line Replacement
Original supply lines replaced before they fail in aging Heights plumbing.
Electrical Installations in Houston Heights
Older wiring configurations in pre-1950 Heights homes require assessment before installing new fixtures. Understanding what the existing wiring can handle prevents problems that a simple swap could cause.
Done Right Houston installs ceiling fans, light fixtures, and outlet upgrades throughout the Heights. We check the existing box and wiring before the new fixture goes in.
For Heights townhomes, ceiling fan installation, outlet upgrades, and smoke detector installation are common first-year jobs we handle regularly.
Ceiling Fan Installation
Fan-rated box check and clean installation in bungalows and townhomes throughout the Heights.
Light Fixture Installation
Fixture swaps with wiring assessment in older Heights home configurations.
Outlet and Switch Upgrade
Grounded outlet installation and smart switch upgrades in Heights homes being modernized.
Smoke Detector Installation
Hard-wired and battery smoke and CO detectors placed correctly throughout the home.
TV Mounting in Houston Heights
Mounting a TV on a plaster wall in a Heights bungalow is not the same job as mounting on standard drywall. Plaster requires the right anchors and technique to hold a mount securely without damaging the surrounding wall.
Done Right Houston mounts TVs on plaster walls, masonry fireplaces, and new drywall surfaces throughout the Heights. We locate framing behind plaster, use the correct anchors, and leave the wall clean.
In-wall wire concealment is available on new drywall surfaces in Heights townhomes. On plaster walls we route cables cleanly along the baseboard or through a surface raceway that matches the room.
TV Wall Mount
Secure mounts on plaster, brick, and drywall with the correct anchors for each surface.
In-Wall Wire Concealment
Cables run inside the wall on new drywall surfaces in Heights townhomes.
Fireplace TV Mount
Masonry fireplace mounting with correct anchors in Heights bungalows with brick fireplaces.
Gallery Wall Installation
Artwork, mirrors, and multi-piece gallery layouts hung level and anchored correctly.
WHAT THESE HOMES NEED
What Houston Heights Homes Actually Require
The Heights generates a specific set of repair needs that most handymen are not fully equipped to handle. Done Right Houston addresses these regularly:
Pier and beam foundation movement
Houston's clay soil expands and contracts seasonally. In pier and beam homes this means door frames that rack, latches that miss, and floors that shift. The fix requires understanding the cause, not just forcing the door closed
Plaster wall and ceiling repair
Pre-1950s Heights homes have plaster over wood lath, not drywall. Plaster cracks, patches, and textures differently. Using drywall compound on a plaster wall produces a repair that fails within a year
Original wood window repair
Single-pane wood windows in Heights bungalows swell, stick, lose their glazing, and need hardware replacement. They also deserve to be preserved rather than replaced if the home is in a historic district
Craftsman trim repair
Crown molding, picture rail, wainscoting, and built-in cabinetry in Heights homes have specific profiles that cannot be replicated with off-the-shelf trim. Matching them requires attention and craft
Aging plumbing fixtures
Cast iron drain lines and galvanized supply lines in the oldest homes are past their useful life. Slow drains and supply line failures are common
Electrical fixture replacement
Older wiring configurations in Heights homes require careful assessment before installing new fixtures. Understanding what the existing wiring can handle prevents problems
New townhome punchlist
The Heights infill townhomes generate their own work. TV mounting, furniture assembly, smart home installation, and window treatments in newly occupied spaces
LOCAL HOUSING CONTEXT
The Heights Housing Stock
Houston Heights developed from the 1890s through the 1930s and remains one of the city’s most intact historic residential neighborhoods. The core housing type is the craftsman bungalow one and two-story wood-frame construction on pier and beam foundations, with wide front porches, original wood windows, hardwood floors, plaster walls, and craftsman details like built-in cabinetry and decorative trim.
We serve homeowners throughout Houston Heights, Greater Heights, and nearby neighborhoods with reliable handyman and home repair solutions.
Streets like Heights Boulevard, Harvard Street, Yale Street, and the numbered avenues from 11th through 20th define the historic district core. The Greater Heights area extends north and east with more varied housing from the 1940s through 1970s. New construction townhomes have filled in gaps throughout the neighborhood, creating a block-by-block mix of 100-year-old bungalows and contemporary three-story builds each with its own completely different repair profile.
SERVICES
Home Repairs and Handyman Services We Provide in Houston Heights
Tile work
Re-grouting, caulk replacement, and individual tile replacement in Heights bathrooms and kitchens.
Pressure washing
Brick exteriors, wood fences, concrete driveways, and covered porches.
Furniture assembly and mounting
Flat-pack furniture assembly, heavy mirror and artwork hanging, gallery walls, and anti-tip anchoring for tall furniture.
Smart home installation
Ring doorbells, Nest thermostats, Arlo and Wyze cameras, smart locks, and Lutron switches. Installed, paired, and configured before we leave.
Ceiling Fan Installation
Install and replace ceiling fans safely to improve comfort and airflow throughout your home.
For more specialized projects, Done Right Houston also provides bathroom repair in Houston Heights and kitchen repair in Houston Heights.
WHY DONE RIGHT Houston
Why Done Right Houston Beats the Other Options in the Heights
What separates Done Right Houston is the depth of construction knowledge behind the team. Our team built over 400 Houston homes before focusing on handyman work. That means we understand the structural and material behavior of these houses at a level that goes beyond repair experience. When we fix a plaster crack in a Heights bungalow, we know why it opened and whether it will come back. When we adjust a pier and beam door, we diagnose the cause rather than just planing the edge.
Done Right Houston is also fully owner-operated with no subcontractor rotation. Every job is done by the same team. There is no sending out a subcontractor for the carpentry and a different one for the plumbing. You get the same people, accountable for everything, every time.
SERVICE AREAS
Heights Areas Done Right Houston Serves
Houston Heights Handyman FAQs
Do you repair plaster walls in Heights bungalows?
Yes. Plaster repair is one of the most common jobs we handle in the Heights. Our team uses the correct materials and technique for plaster not standard drywall compound and textures the repair to blend with the surrounding wall.
Can you fix a door that sticks in a pier and beam home?
Yes. Sticking doors in pier and beam Heights homes are almost always caused by foundation movement rather than a problem with the door itself. Our team diagnoses the cause whether it is hinge position, frame racking, or floor movement and fixes it at the source.
Do you work on homes in the Heights historic district?
Yes. Done Right Houston works on homes throughout the Heights historic district. We understand the value of preserving original materials and details in these homes and work accordingly. If you have specific preservation concerns about a repair approach, let us know when you book.
Can you mount a TV on a plaster wall without damaging it?
Yes. We locate solid backing behind the plaster, use appropriate anchors, and anchor into studs where possible. The technique is different from drywall mounting and we apply it correctly.
Do you handle punchlist work for Heights infill townhomes?
Yes. TV mounting, smart home setup, furniture assembly, window treatments, and fixture installation in one visit. Share the full list when you book and we will confirm everything is in scope.
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