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San Francisco
Customer Feedback:
Larry Lynch & The Mob
“Weddings are expensive–the cake, the catering, the site, and then the band. But the reception is what people remember, and the music is the focal point. Larry and his band didn’t disappoint. From letting me sing amateur love songs, to coordinating the cake-cutting and the toasts, Larry and his musicians were truly professional and a lot of fun. It’s obvious they really love their work!”
What’s Popular:
Waterproofing/Leak Solving Hardwood Floors Heating & Air Conditioning Home Repair Handyman Parties House Cleaning Structural Solutions Foundation Contractor Painter Windows Music Plumber Upholstery Carpet Cleaning Electrical Contractor Hair Stylist Drainage Roofing Contractor Closets Earthquake Retrofitting Landscape Contractor Seismic Consulting Cabinets Bands General Contractor Auto Repair Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Alarm Systems Furniture Tree Service Window Coverings/Drapes Window Cleaning- Home Services (cont’d)
- Hauling/Debris Removal
- House Cleaning
- Interior Designer
- Mover
- Organizer
- Siding, House
- Tree Service
- Upholstery
- Window Cleaning
- Window Coverings/Drapes
- Miscellaneous
- Bands
- Music
- Parties
- Professional Services
- Tax & Financial Planning
- Auto Services
- Auto Repair
- Health and Beauty
- Chiropractor
- Dentist
- Hair Stylist
- Home Improvement
- Architect
- Cabinets
- Carpets & Floor Coverings, Retail
- Concrete Contractor
- Drainage
- Earthquake Retrofitting
- Electrical Contractor
- Engineer, Structural
- Flooring
- Foundation Contractor
- Furniture
- Garage Door Repair
- General Contractor
- Glass Repair/Installation
- Handyman
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating & Air Conditioning
- Home Offices
- Home Repair
- Home Theater
- Insulation
- Landscape Contractor
- Painter
- Plumber
- Remodeling Contractor
- Roofing Contractor
- Seismic Consulting
- Skylights
- Structural Solutions
- Waterproofing/Leak Solving
- Windows
- Windowseats
- Home Services
- Alarm Systems
- Appliance Repair
- Carpet Cleaning
- Chimney Cleaning
- Closets
- Drapery Cleaning
- Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning
Oakland/Berkeley
Customer Feedback:
Nerd 4 Rent
“I have a home office with a complicated four computer network, and it was hard for me to get anyone to come out and do a house call. I’ve been in business as an accountant for 12 years, and they are by far the best computer people I’ve found.”
What’s Popular:
Window Cleaning Music Drainage Waterproofing/Leak Solving Heating & Air Conditioning Painter Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Carpet Cleaning Seismic Consulting Auto Repair Windows Alarm Systems Foundation Contractor Handyman Furniture Hair Stylist Closets Home Repair Plumber Upholstery Window Coverings/Drapes Electrical Contractor Cabinets Parties Bands Structural Solutions Tree Service Landscape Contractor House Cleaning General Contractor Roofing Contractor Hardwood Floors Earthquake Retrofitting- Home Services (cont’d)
- Hauling/Debris Removal
- House Cleaning
- Organizer
- Pest Control (Bugs, Rodents, Etc.)
- Termite Control
- Tree Service
- Upholstery
- Window Cleaning
- Window Coverings/Drapes
- Landscaping
- Garden Maintenance
- Landscaping
- Miscellaneous
- Bands
- Music
- Parties
- Professional Services
- Tax & Financial Planning
- Auto Services
- Auto Repair
- Health and Beauty
- Electrologist
- Hair Stylist
- Skin & Nail Care
- Home Improvement
- Architect
- Bath Refinishing
- Cabinets
- Carpets & Floor Coverings, Retail
- Concrete Contractor
- Deck Builder
- Drainage
- Earthquake Retrofitting
- Electrical Contractor
- Engineer, Structural
- Flooring
- Foundation Contractor
- Furniture
- General Contractor
- Handyman
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating & Air Conditioning
- Home Offices
- Home Repair
- Home Theater
- Insulation
- Kitchen & Bath/Design & Build
- Landscape Architect
- Landscape Contractor
- Lighting
- Masonry Contractor
- Painter
- Plumber
- Remodeling Contractor
- Roofing Contractor
- Seismic Consulting
- Structural Solutions
- Tile Contractor /Masonry
- Waterproofing/Leak Solving
- Windows
- Windowseats
- Home Services
- Alarm Systems
- Appliance Repair
- Carpet Cleaning
- Closets
- Computer Repair
- Computer Training
- Gardening Services
- Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning
Contra Costa County
Customer Feedback:
Custom Exteriors
“They did a wonderful job! The windows are beautiful— their design recommendations were outstanding. We are really pleased with the finish, the trim looks great, and the work is high quality. You’ll be happy too if you use them!”
What’s Popular:
Cabinets Bands Auto Repair Landscape Contractor Hardwood Floors Home Repair Plumber Upholstery Music Heating & Air Conditioning Alarm Systems Painter Furniture Handyman Electrical Contractor Closets Drainage Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Foundation Contractor Window Coverings/Drapes Hair Stylist Windows General Contractor Carpet Cleaning Parties House Cleaning Seismic Consulting Tree Service Roofing Contractor Structural Solutions Earthquake Retrofitting Waterproofing/Leak Solving Window Cleaning- Home Services (cont’d)
- Interior Designer
- Pest Control (Bugs, Rodents, Etc.)
- Pool, Spa, Hot Tub Service
- Tailor/Alterations
- Termite Control
- Tree Service
- Upholstery
- Wall Patching & Repair
- Window Cleaning
- Window Coverings/Drapes
- Landscaping
- Garden Maintenance
- Landscaping
- Miscellaneous
- Bands
- Music
- Parties
- Auto Services
- Auto Repair
- Health and Beauty
- Hair Stylist
- Skin & Nail Care
- Home Improvement
- Bath Refinishing
- Cabinets
- Carpets & Floor Coverings, Retail
- Concrete Contractor
- Deck Builder
- Drainage
- Earthquake Retrofitting
- Electrical Contractor
- Engineer, Structural
- Flooring
- Foundation Contractor
- Furniture
- General Contractor
- Handyman
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating & Air Conditioning
- Home Repair
- Insulation
- Kitchen & Bath/Design & Build
- Landscape Architect
- Landscape Contractor
- Lighting
- Masonry Contractor
- Painter
- Plaster/Stucco
- Plumber
- Remodeling Contractor
- Roofing Contractor
- Seismic Consulting
- Structural Solutions
- Tile Contractor /Masonry
- Waterproofing/Leak Solving
- Windows
- Wood Refinishing
- Home Services
- Alarm Systems
- Carpet Cleaning
- Closets
- Computer Repair
- Computer Training
- Gardening Services
- Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning
- Hauling/Debris Removal
- House Cleaning
Peninsula
Customer Feedback:
J & J Owens Electric, Inc.
“I run a property management service, and I use Owens all the time. They’re really nice to deal with, and they do very high quality work. They show up, do the job right, clean up— all the good stuff that you want, but don’t always get. They’re just plain excellent.”
What’s Popular:
Windows Window Coverings/Drapes Parties Heating & Air Conditioning Painter Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Bands Deck Builder House Cleaning Carpet Cleaning Electrical Contractor Cabinets Roofing Contractor Handyman Foundation Contractor Seismic Consulting Structural Solutions Landscape Contractor Window Cleaning Waterproofing/Leak Solving Home Repair Upholstery Music Hair Stylist General Contractor Furniture Hardwood Floors Closets Plumber Tree Service Drainage Earthquake Retrofitting- Home Services (cont’d)
- House Cleaning
- Organizer
- Pest Control (Bugs, Rodents, Etc.)
- Siding, House
- Termite Control
- Tree Service
- Upholstery
- Wall Patching & Repair
- Window Cleaning
- Window Coverings/Drapes
- Miscellaneous
- Bands
- Music
- Parties
- Health and Beauty
- Dentist
- Hair Stylist
- Home Improvement
- Asbestos/Lead Abatement
- Bath Refinishing
- Bath/Shower Enclosures
- Cabinets
- Deck Builder
- Drainage
- Earthquake Retrofitting
- Electrical Contractor
- Fence Contractor
- Foundation Contractor
- Furniture
- Garage Door Repair
- General Contractor
- Glass Repair/Installation
- Handyman
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating & Air Conditioning
- Home Offices
- Home Repair
- Home Theater
- Kitchen & Bath/Design & Build
- Landscape Contractor
- Lighting
- Painter
- Plaster/Stucco
- Plumber
- Roofing Contractor
- Seismic Consulting
- Skylights
- Solar-Generated Electricity
- Structural Solutions
- Waterproofing/Leak Solving
- Windows
- Windowseats
- Home Services
- Carpet Cleaning
- Chimney Cleaning
- Closets
- Drapery Cleaning
- Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning
- Holiday Lighting
