Meridian-Kessler HandymanVintage Homes. Careful Hands.
Meridian-Kessler's 1920s bungalows, Tudors, and Georgians need a handyman who understands plaster, sash windows, and period trim.
Meridian-Kessler (Indianapolis, 46208/46220) is Central Indiana's highest-density concentration of 60-100-year-old character homes. Median home value $465K. These are renovation-heavy properties with restoration demands.
What Meridian-Kessler Homeowners Call Us For
Plaster Repair & Patch
Horsehair plaster, cracked corners, failed keys. Matching skim-coats.
Vintage Trim Match
Custom-profile baseboard, casing, chair rail. Shop-milled when needed.
Sash-Cord Window Repair
Original double-hungs rebuilt — cord, weight, pocket. $225–$395 per window.
1920s Bathroom Tile Match
Hex, subway, penny-round. We source matching tiles from specialty suppliers.
Door-Jamb Rebuild
Old frames sag, strike plates wear. Rebuild vs replace.
Pre-Listing for Historic Homes
MLS prep that preserves character. Character sells.
$150 minimum + materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who repairs plaster walls in Meridian-Kessler?
We do. Plaster crack repair, failed-key rebuild, skim-coat over damaged areas. Historic bungalows and Tudors are our specialty in this neighborhood. Typical repair: $225–$475 per room.
Handyman for 1920s homes in Indianapolis?
Yes. Meridian-Kessler and Williams Creek pre-1940 homes are one of our specialties. Vintage trim match, sash repair, plaster patch, period-tile matching, door-jamb rebuild.
Historic home restoration handyman Indianapolis?
For restoration-level work — preserving original details rather than tearing out and replacing — we take our time, match profiles, and source period materials. Typically 20-40% premium over standard trim/plaster work.
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$150 minimum + materials · Licensed & Insured · BBB A+ · 5.0 Google (64 reviews)
Estimate language: final invoice is based on actual labor hours + materials. Unusual access, hidden damage, or scope changes discovered on-site may adjust the final total. Nothing is billed without your approval.
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NHS serves 18 Central Indiana cities with 12 core services. Licensed, insured, and owner-operated since 2005.