Need a furniture repair professional who makes house calls in Maryland

[Anonymous]

We have a couple of large pieces of furniture in need of repair. They're too big to transport (square table, dining room sideboard) so I'm hoping to find someone who can do in home repair work. Preferably someone who is more than a handyman as some of the furniture is passed down in the family so has value to us.

We're in Montgomery County.

Any recommendations?

Thanks!

[Anonymous]

I don't know anyone who would come to your house. I think you're kind of screwed.

[Anonymous]

Handyman or DIY

[Anonymous]

I would look for a carpenter. You might have good luck searching the Real Estate/Home Improvement thread.

[Anonymous]

A few years ago, I had John Garcia from Blue Maple Woodworks come to my house to do some work on a couple of large pieces of antique furniture. He did a nice job and was not too pricey.

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[Anonymous]

I think there are a number of furniture restorers in the antique district in Kensington (West Howard side) and you might start with Googling them to see what services they offer. Angie's List and/or Washington Checkbook would be another place to start. I think there are actually plenty of these places around.

[Anonymous]

You can also try Georgetown Refinishing. I think they are actually located in MD. If they can't fix there, they will take to their shop and return.

[Anonymous]

Op here - thanks all! I will follow up on these ideas.

[Anonymous]

I hope you did not go to John Garcia at Blue Maple woodworks. While previously trustworthy, he stole dining room chairs from us as we later found out he was going through some hard times. No calls, no return, nothing. Do not give him any of your pieces, particularly those you treasure. He is NOT to be trusted. Chris 202-365-7789.

[Anonymous]

I've used a company called something like Schoenbauer, based in MD. Very good work.

[Anonymous]

Termini Brothers. They will also pick things up for a small fee.