For wood furniture, dust regularly and clean up spills immediately to prevent damage. Additionally, apply wood conditioner every 3 to 6 months to maintain its finish and prevent drying.

Most of the time, yes.

Sometimes the parts can’t be found in the aftermarket, which is any place sells recliner parts. We order from a number of vendors – sometimes even other countries if needed.

Sometimes, however, replacement recliner parts are proprietary and can only be ordered from the manufacturer. Some manufacturers require the paperwork.

Most of the time it’s easier to go through the retailer you bought the furniture from to get all this done.

No. The innards are just too different.

Well… with great expense. It may not be worth it to you.

Every single part other than the frame would need to be purchased on the aftermarket and installed into a framework that is not designed for it.

Perhaps chair shopping is in your future?

Yes. We typically can repair both manual and electric recliners.

You are right on the parts. Some of the parts are different – for example, in some manual models, the cables are longer. So we carry those cables, too.

Yes… kinda. Cat scratches are not like those of other pets. Cats dig in and pull out the material, leaving sharp bumps exposing the backside of the material, often looking like leather acne.

Every cat scratch must be filled with a compound and repainted. When you add up all those holes the repairs would be visible. It would look better, but instead of holes you would have small bumps, not a smooth surface.

Or, it can be painted over much more economically – hiding the coloration damage, not the bumps.

Not completely. Dryer sheets reduce static and can help loosen pet hair from fabric surfaces, making removal with a brush or cloth easier.

Maybe. It depends on where and how bad.

If the leather or material is jagged and stuffing is hanging out, then the answer is no. The upholstery will need to be replaced. So it can be… however, you have to find a skilled technician with an upholstery skills background to do it.

If it’s only a little on a corner or very low on the bottom somewhere then possibly, yes. It can probably be fixed right in your home if that’s the case.

If you’re in our service area, the way to know is to tell us about it and send pictures. We’ll let you know if we can fix it and can almost always give you an estimate if so.

Synthetic fabrics are best since pet hair doesn’t cling to them as much.

If you’re intending to buy a cover for protection, check to ensure the cover is machine washable for easy maintenance.

Vacuuming helps but may miss deeply embedded hair. Using specialized pet hair vacuums or tools alongside vacuuming leads to better results.

Yes… kinda. Cat scratches are not like those of other pets. Cats dig in and pull out the material, leaving sharp bumps exposing the backside of the material, often looking like leather acne.

Every cat scratch must be filled with a compound and repainted. When you add up all those holes the repairs would be visible. It would look better, but instead of holes you would have small bumps, not a smooth surface.

Or, it can be painted over much more economically – hiding the coloration damage, not the bumps.

Sometimes! It just depends on where that cut or tear is and how long it is. We’ll need pictures, of course.

When a cut is near the bottom or on the back or side, there’s a good chance that we can take care of it.

Please take an overall picture of the furniture – that way we can see the size of the problem in relation to the whole. Then please take several fairly close to the tear. We need to see the quality of the leather as well as the cut or tear, itself.

Definitely contact us and send pictures!

First, let’s make sure it really is faux leather. It might be real leather which we can repair.

Here’s how to see if it is bonded leather: If you see cloth weave where the leather was, like the picture to the right, that’s bonded leather.

Once bonded leather starts peeling, we can’t save it.

If you just see peeling, however, and don’t see cloth underneath it, by all means, contact us and send pictures.

Let’s get you fixed up!

Maybe. It depends on where and how bad.

If the leather or material is jagged and stuffing is hanging out, then the answer is no. The upholstery will need to be replaced. So it can be… however, you have to find a skilled technician with an upholstery skills background to do it.

If it’s only a little on a corner or very low on the bottom somewhere then possibly, yes. It can probably be fixed right in your home if that’s the case.

If you’re in our service area, the way to know is to tell us about it and send pictures. We’ll let you know if we can fix it and can almost always give you an estimate if so.

Leather furniture requires regular dusting and damp cleaning. Conditioning every 6 months helps maintain its suppleness and prevents cracking. Keep it away from heat sources to avoid drying out.

We don’t do assembly or disassembly as a general rule.

If something has fallen apart, then there’s a good chance we can fix it. Or we know someone who can. Fire off some pictures when you contact us and let’s see how we can help you.

As far as assembling out-of-the-box furniture, there are some assembly professionals on both Yelp and Amazon local services. Happy hunting.

Anything else we can help you with or have questions? Contact Us!

“Do you carry parts?” usually means “Can you fix it the first time you come out?”

Most of the time, we can. We keep almost all the standard parts in stock and ready to go. That said, recliners are made in numerous countries by even more numerous manufacturers.

Some manufacturers use proprietary parts which, unfortunately, only come from the manufacturer themselves. The ones that limit access to their parts are mostly the Big Names in recliners. (You know who you are.)

Fortunately, there are many more manufacturers that use the more ubiquitous parts. (With those, we can waltz in, diagnose and happily fix on the spot!)

Even with the recliners that need special parts, primarily electrical, we can often get you going up and down with a standard part until your special one comes in.

Sure, we can if you’re in our service area, we do come to your location. We are a mobile service and do almost all repairs on-site.

Because we’re mobile, we don’t have a shop. Even so, there are a few things we can here – like dining room chairs, that need to be super sturdy.

So, for the most part, what we can repair, we do it at your place. (No dragging heavy furniture to a shop – just sit back with your feet up and your hand on a favorite beverage while we do the work.)

We repair the wood structure of most drawers that can be removed. What we don’t repair, we have a friend that does. Just ask. 🙂

We don’t sell parts because we aren’t set up tax-wise to sell parts.

We only include them in the repair service, itself. Our estimates, when we can give them, include the part whenever possible.

If you just need a part, there are so many, you’ll have to do just what we do – dig in and search… then search some more… Then, in gritty determination, search one more time down every trail.

Sigh… that’s the only way it’s done.

Typically, no. Wicker and caning require specialized skills to repair.

That said, if the problem is simply cosmetic or on a different part of the furniture, then feel free to email a picture to us.

We can usually tell you right away whether we can help or not.

Yes. Just like all mobile service businesses, we have to. It’s simply a fact of life.*

Our Service/Inspection Charge is $75.

That covers the trip to you, as well as the time, labor, and expertise needed to inspect.

The technician will tell you, after inspecting the furniture, what the diagnosis is.

If, for some reason, he is not able to repair the furniture during that appointment, and can only do an inspection, unless otherwise advised prior to the actual inspection, you will only owe the minimum amount of $75.

(If you have received an estimate from us ahead of time in writing, we will have already factored that minimum cost in and it won’t be added on.)

*Just some of the costs for a small business today – even one that keeps its belt tightened: Advertising (a significant expense), Truck Expenses, Bank Charges, Licenses, Accounting Fees, Taxes, Dues & Subscriptions, Insurances (3 kinds), Marketing, Payroll – Technicians and Office Staff, Website Maintenance, etc.

The short answer, if we can’t, we know someone that can.

The issue can be any one of the following:

• padding
• cushions
• springs
• webbing
• structure

How do you know which one?

If it happened over a period of time, it would be the padding or cushions.

If it happened all at once or relatively quickly, it will be the springs, webbing, or structure. If this happened quickly with a recliner, then it also might be something in the mechanism. We can inspect and let you know for sure.

We don’t restuff pillows or add padding anymore, however, we do have a friend who does. Give us a call or email and we’ll pass on the gentleman’s name.

To protect furniture, use coasters for drinks, avoid placing items in direct sunlight, and utilize furniture protectors like felt pads.

Regularly inspect furniture for damages and rotate cushions for even wear.

Sunlight can cause furniture to fade and deteriorate over time. To protect your furniture, place it in shaded areas, use protective coverings, and consider sheer curtains to minimize direct sunlight exposure.

Common issues include fading from sunlight, scratches, dirt accumulation, and pest infestations. Regular inspections and prompt repairs help catch these problems early, preventing them from becoming significant concerns.

The short answer, if we can’t, we know someone that can if you’re in the Tampa Bay area.

The issue can be any one of the following:

• padding
• cushions
• springs
• webbing
• structure

How do you know which one?

If it happened over a period of time, it would be the padding or cushions.

If it happened all at once or relatively quickly, it will be the springs, webbing, or structure.

If this happened quickly with a recliner, then it also might be something in the mechanism. An inspection by a technician can let you know for sure.

We do repair the frames of smaller chairs. We no longer fix the large couches or sectionals.

However, we do know a gentleman that does repair larger furniture frames, webbing and springs in the Tampa Bay / Pinellas County areas.

Contact us and we’ll pass on his contact information.

Not completely. Dryer sheets reduce static and can help loosen pet hair from fabric surfaces, making removal with a brush or cloth easier.

Not in cloth. You’ll need an upholsterer or someone who specializes in upholstery repair. Ripped cloth upholstery is not something we can fix for you.

If you use one of the better search engines and go by reviews, you should be able to find a good one near you.

Here’s the Google search for upholsterers near me. Here’s the Microsoft/Bing search for upholsterers near me.

Is there something else we can help with? Contact us!

Upholstered furniture needs weekly vacuuming to remove dust and dirt. Promptly treat spills and consider professional cleaning every 6 to 12 months to preserve fabric quality and appearance.

Synthetic fabrics are best since pet hair doesn’t cling to them as much.

If you’re intending to buy a cover for protection, check to ensure the cover is machine washable for easy maintenance.

Vacuuming helps but may miss deeply embedded hair. Using specialized pet hair vacuums or tools alongside vacuuming leads to better results.