Portico

As anyone who lives in London knows, it is often difficult to find cost-effective tradesmen who carry out work to a high standard and turn up when they say they will. That’s exactly why we decided to hand pick our own team of in-house tradesmen, and we’re proud to be able to offer this service to local residents (even if you are not an existing client). Best of all is the fact that you can drop your keys into your nearest Portico office (we’re open 8.30am – 7pm), so there is no need to wait in for the work to be done. All of our tradesmen are vetted and insured, and as a company we’re accountable for their punctuality, cleanliness and quality of work. We operate a transparent pricing structure, take payment over the phone and offer a same day call out capability. Give us a call on 020 7099 6999 to make a booking June 26th What are the latest property price and rental trends in the UK? The property market has felt like a rollercoaster over the last few years. June 19th Finding a cost-effective property to rent: 5 top tips Annual rental growth has hit record highs this year, with the supply of available accommodation nowhere near enough to satisfy demand. June 16th Why it may be worth protecting your mortgage payments – and how When you’re on the housing ladder, you have an awful lot of outgoings – not least of which may be a mortgage that could now be costing twice as much as you used to pay. June 12th Do HMOs still stack up as an investment? Over the last 15 years, the HMO market has been transformed. Back in the ‘90s, multi-lets were mainly student housing or cheap and slightly tatty homes for those on a very low budget. June 6th What next for residential mortgage rates in 2023? Following the mini budget in September 2022, the headlines about mortgages and the housing market made for some pretty scary reading, especially the ones on mortgage rates reaching 6%. June 5th Our 26th May auction had an 86% success rate Our 26th May auction had an 86% success rate June 5th Top 5 smart home trends for 2023 As technology continues to advance, it is not surprising that smart homes have become more popular and prevalent in recent years. May 26th Top 5 building safety essentials for landlords to know In 2017, 72 people lost their lives in the Grenfell Tower tragedy, after fire was able to spread quickly through the block of flats due to what appeared to be various building safety defects. May 19th What homeowners should do if struggling to pay the mortgage As a result of the Bank of England’s base rate increases over the last 18 months, monthly mortgage payments are becoming increasingly unaffordable for some mortgage holders. May 19th Neighbourhood Insights: Woodford Green In case you hadn’t already picked up on the clues in the name, Woodford Green is a charming sanctuary of leafy loveliness within a short hop of Central London. May 18th Transforming a rental property into a home on a budget Renting a property often comes with limitations on customisation, but that doesn't mean you can't create a warm and inviting space that feels like home. May 9th Neighbourhood Insights: Dulwich Dulwich is a vibrant and eclectic area of South East London, situated just a stone's throw away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre. May 3rd Is it better to move or improve? If you’ve outgrown your current home, you may be wondering whether to invest in expanding and improving it, or if it might be better to simply sell up and buy something bigger. April 27th The Government’s Levelling Up plans – are there certain areas worth investing in? In March’s Spring Budget, the Chancellor announced a raft of measures that the Government intends to help ‘level up’ the UK. April 20th Online agents vs using an agent with an office on the high street Over the last decade, as more people have used the internet to start their search for a new home, online ‘letting agents’ have become more popular with landlords as they can, in the short term, offer lettings at a lower cost. April 17th What tenants should do if they can’t afford the rent If you’re a tenant and finding it hard to make ends meet at the moment, the first thing to know is that you’re not alone and secondly there is a lot of help available. April 13th How long will it take for energy efficiency measures to pay back? We all need to learn more about how to reduce our energy bills and take steps to ensure our homes are as energy efficient as possible. March 31st What support is there for tenants during the cost-of-living crisis? Although the rising cost of living has been hard on many people, tenants are often particularly affected when there’s a financial squeeze. March 28th Why 2023 could be a great year to buy a more expensive property Although the property market came to a virtual standstill during the early part of the pandemic, once lockdowns and restrictions started to ease, things took off in a big way. March 21st Help to Buy: Equity Loan ending - what help is available? For just over a decade, the Government has operated ‘Help to Buy’ schemes in England.

Nicholas Seboa
5 Star
Such amazing job carried out very professional and clean Finish was of the highest standard Fantastic service
Friday 11th February 2022

Lily Duffy
5 Star
Nick was brilliant today! Very efficient and he clearly knows what he’s doing (to a high standard at that!), which made us feel at ease. Would highly recommend his services :)
Thursday 6th October 2022

Josh Lyman
5 Star
Highly recommend Portico Handyman, a great service. James (JT) was amazing and has done a brilliant job with our bathroom.
Friday 13th January 2023

Iona Manley
5 Star
JT came to fix some problem walls in our flat and we could not be happier! Not only is the work truly outstanding, he was always punctual and super efficient as well as being so polite and friendly. He was great at communicating about what he was doing and how best to care for the walls after he was gone. JT was fantastic all round and took all the stress out of the situation, we have never had such a positive experience with a repair man! Will be recommending to everyone I know!
Friday 13th May 2022

Kate Walker
5 Star
Nick installed a CO2 alarm at our property. Great service, job done quickly and to a high standard. Thank you!
Wednesday 5th October 2022