Preferred Home Repair Handyman
Company Overview
I focus on small tasks and execute them flawlessly.
Electrical
*change light switches and plugs
*install or replace lighting fixtures and fans
Plumbing Services
*service or change under-sink drains
*set up or swap out garbage disposers
*repair, replace, or install faucets
*replace or repair sinks and toilets
*fix minor heaters
Carpentry
*service or change doors
*patch and paint wall cracks and holes
*set up pet access doors
*put in shelving and closet rods
*repair wooden fences and gates
Kitchen and Bathroom Work
*seal around bathtubs, showers, and sinks
*replace or repair tiles
*set up or change shower doors
Miscellaneous
*install pictures and mirrors
*put up curtains and drapes
*construct furniture from Ikea and other sources
*put together workout gear
*install or replace screens
My goal with Preferred Home Repair is to address issues and provide top-notch service.
With a background in corporate life as a computer systems engineer, I decided to channel my problem-solving abilities into home repair.
I was always the person my friends and family turned to for repairs.
I learned the basics from my father as a child.
I pursued building trades education to refine my repair abilities.
I have a background in computer technology.
I dedicated a year to solar thermal installations and repairs with a top local solar power firm.
Together with my wife, I help manage a community garden in East Oakland and operate a produce buying club.
I have a zest for life and find joy in encouraging others to fulfill their potential.
Business Services
- Appliance installation
- Appliance repair
- Handyman assembly
- Bathtub repair
- Handyman caulking
- Door installation
- Door repair
- Electric inspection
- Electric installation or replacement
- Electric repair
- Wire repair
- Faucet installation
- Faucet repair
- Furniture assembly
- Furniture repair
- Garbage disposal repair
- Gas line installation
- Gas line repair
- Handyman installation
- Light fixture installation
- Light fixture repair
- Outlet installation
- Outlet repair
- Plumbing inspection
- Plumbing installation or replacement
- Plumbing repair
- Handyman repair
- Shower repair
- Sink installation
- Sink repair
- Toilet installation
- Toilet repair
- Water heater repair
- Water pipe installation
- Water pipe repair
Business Location & Hours
Mon: | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Tue: | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Wed: | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Thu: | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Fri: | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Sat: | Closed |
Sun: | Closed |
Recommended Customer Reviews

Carleton had done a couple of jobs for us. He is thorough, professional, reliable and the price is fair. I will hire him again should the need arise.

I highly recommend Carlton. He's very professional and a man of his word. His prices are reasonable for the quality of his work. His attention to detail is on point. He had all the tools necessary to do all the jobs I needed done around my house. He does his profession well. Please be patient because he's worth the wait. He's a one man team. He's a well rounded handyman. He won't leave your property until you're completely satisfied with his work. He has a guarantee on his craftsmanship and that's a plus. He hung ceiling fans, light fixtures, shelves, switched light switches and installed a walk-in closet for me. I'm so satisfied that I'm having him to come back to complete some additional projects. -Willie Heppard

I had a great experience hiring Carlton to fix a backlog of broken things inside and outside my house. He was professional, efficient, knowledgeable, and friendly, and did a great job installing and fixing a wide range of stuff. I would definitely hire him again and recommend him to others.

I didn't end up working with Carlton, but he was one of very few that actually got back to me timely and was super nice. That is usually expected but given the booming economy most handyman services don't bother getting back to you. I will be reaching out to him for future needs. Very organized as well.

I had Carlton install a door for me a while back - forgot to leave a review! He did good work, but most notable was the fact that even though he charges by the hour, he was immediately upfront about an unexpected problem he ran into while sizing my door and didn't charge for the extra hour it took to resolve. Recommended.

Carlton is a gem. I found him on Yelp and I have used him several times. He is responsive and thorough. Carlton is always on time and takes great pride in getting it right. If he cannot perform the work, he lets you know up front. I highly recommend him for any handyman project.

Was looking for a door repair person. He said he would come between 1-2. At 12:58 he called and said he couldn't, would 3-4 work? So I agreed and by 4:15 no call, no show and didn't answer phone. Don't bother.

Carlton is great. He was fast, clean, knowledgeable, and professional. I would definitely hire him again.

Carlton is a great handyman. He works very efficiently considering that he charges by the hour. His services are highly recommended.

Carlton is as good as it gets! He is efficient,conscientious, fair with his prices and does great quality work. My husband and I have had him do several installation, repair and assembly household projects for us over the past few months, and now we would not think of hiring anyone else. He is also respectful, friendly and professional. It's hard to find all of that in one person, so we feel very lucky to have found him on Yelp.