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San Francisco
Customer Feedback:
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
“I’m on a monthly contract with them. I am so impressed with their quick response and great service. Their receptionist is the best I’ve ever dealt with. They are professional, knowledgeable, and competent. When I use them, I feel confident.“
What’s Popular:
Cabinets Upholstery Electrical Contractor Bands Painter Drainage Carpet Cleaning Waterproofing/Leak Solving Music Structural Solutions Seismic Consulting Furniture Window Coverings/Drapes Auto Repair Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Heating & Air Conditioning Plumber Window Cleaning Landscape Contractor Hair Stylist Hardwood Floors Home Repair Windows Parties Tree Service Roofing Contractor General Contractor Foundation Contractor Closets Earthquake Retrofitting Handyman House Cleaning Alarm Systems- 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:
Draperies By Susan, Inc.
“I’ve been using Draperies by Susan for nearly 20 years now. Their quality of work is excellent (and I am very picky!). They have so much patience, and are never pushy. They always get things done in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend them to anyone.”
What’s Popular:
Drainage House Cleaning Foundation Contractor Home Repair Music Closets Landscape Contractor Alarm Systems Hardwood Floors Windows Carpet Cleaning Electrical Contractor Roofing Contractor Painter Earthquake Retrofitting Plumber Bands Handyman Heating & Air Conditioning Furniture Hair Stylist Auto Repair Tree Service Cabinets Structural Solutions Seismic Consulting Waterproofing/Leak Solving General Contractor Window Coverings/Drapes Upholstery Window Cleaning Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Parties- 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:
Peter Irving Electric
“I own a construction company, and work with about 50 subcontractors. He’s the best one. I’ve worked with him for 18 years now. He takes care of business, gets the job done, and gets the job done right.”
What’s Popular:
Closets Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Earthquake Retrofitting Heating & Air Conditioning Music Auto Repair Waterproofing/Leak Solving Cabinets Handyman Plumber Electrical Contractor Carpet Cleaning Painter Seismic Consulting Drainage Landscape Contractor General Contractor Alarm Systems Parties Furniture Home Repair Roofing Contractor Bands Windows Hair Stylist Upholstery Window Coverings/Drapes House Cleaning Structural Solutions Tree Service Foundation Contractor Hardwood Floors 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:
Craftcare Hardwood Floors
“This was my first encounter with Craftcare. It will definitely not be my last. I was never disappointed in what I had done before- but it’s like owning a VW, and everything is wonderful until you buy a Cadillac.”
What’s Popular:
Cabinets Tree Service Roofing Contractor Landscape Contractor Foundation Contractor Waterproofing/Leak Solving Home Repair Earthquake Retrofitting Heating & Air Conditioning Window Coverings/Drapes Windows Painter Plumber Music Hardwood Floors General Contractor Electrical Contractor Furniture Upholstery Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Parties Carpet Cleaning Window Cleaning Seismic Consulting Drainage House Cleaning Deck Builder Structural Solutions Closets Handyman Bands Hair Stylist- 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
