A Doug of all trades.

DC-area architect turned handyman. Professional care for your household tasks and maintenance needs.

The Best DC Handyman.

Over 20 years of Professional Experience.

Service Area

Washington, DC and Greater DMV Region

A Wide Range of Maintenance and Repair Services

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Meet Douglas Pettit

Doug was born with a creative spirit and has spent his life exploring those artistic instincts through fine art, photography, architecture, and design. His true passion is in building and working with his hands, so he has set out to utilize his depth of experience in the most rewarding way…helping others.

He holds a Business Degree from Skidmore College, Yacht Design Certification from The Landing School, and a Masters Degree in Architecture from Catholic University,

Doug has resided in Washington, DC since 2006 and lives in a NW neighborhood with his collection of tools, his spouse, a growing son, and two hound dogs.

20+ Years of Professional Experience:

Residential Construction and Framing, Coyle Construction, North Carolina

Residential Remodeling Design, Landis Architects & Builders, DC

Residential and Commercial Architectural Design, Travis Price Architects, DC

Hospitality and Residential Design, Studio SAINT, DC

Project Management and Design, Common Fuel Consulting, DC