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San Francisco
Customer Feedback:
Environments That Work
“I had remodeled my kitchen on my own before. There was no way I was going to do that again! It was such a relief to Paula in charge. She dealt with all of the contractors and was so practical and helpful. It is great to have someone at your side.”
What’s Popular:
Drainage Upholstery General Contractor Waterproofing/Leak Solving Tree Service Handyman Roofing Contractor Windows Hardwood Floors Painter Window Cleaning Seismic Consulting Alarm Systems Auto Repair Hair Stylist Music Parties Cabinets Foundation Contractor Window Coverings/Drapes Plumber Bands Heating & Air Conditioning Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning House Cleaning Furniture Home Repair Electrical Contractor Closets Carpet Cleaning Landscape Contractor Earthquake Retrofitting Structural Solutions- 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:
Sunshine Enterprise
“They are so good! It’s so refreshing to find somone you feel comfortable with cleaning your home. I have them do heavy duty cleaning every so often. I completely trust them. Give them big accolades from me!”
What’s Popular:
Seismic Consulting Structural Solutions Furniture Foundation Contractor Earthquake Retrofitting Roofing Contractor Tree Service Home Repair General Contractor Closets Plumber Waterproofing/Leak Solving Music Hair Stylist Window Coverings/Drapes Electrical Contractor Handyman Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Auto Repair House Cleaning Upholstery Window Cleaning Alarm Systems Heating & Air Conditioning Parties Cabinets Painter Carpet Cleaning Landscape Contractor Windows Bands Drainage Hardwood Floors- 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 are great! They replaced every door and window in my house, and the finished product was well worth it. The house is warmer in the winter now, and the difference in the cooling in summer is unbelievable. The trim looks beautiful— so good it doesn’t even need drapes!”
What’s Popular:
Window Coverings/Drapes Electrical Contractor House Cleaning Music Painter Waterproofing/Leak Solving Drainage Foundation Contractor General Contractor Furniture Landscape Contractor Parties Seismic Consulting Bands Heating & Air Conditioning Carpet Cleaning Plumber Earthquake Retrofitting Closets Alarm Systems Handyman Auto Repair Roofing Contractor Upholstery Cabinets Structural Solutions Hardwood Floors Home Repair Tree Service Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Hair Stylist Window Cleaning Windows- 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:
Crystal Springs Painting Company
“They power washed and prepped the surfaces before they started painting. They even repaired termite damage in the eaves, sealed off the windows, and primed everything! They took great pains to protect my plants and bushes. I’m really fussy, and they were just great. They get an A+!!”
What’s Popular:
Deck Builder General Contractor Earthquake Retrofitting Drainage Closets Carpet Cleaning Cabinets Roofing Contractor Window Cleaning Hair Stylist Foundation Contractor Windows Handyman Upholstery Bands Electrical Contractor Heating & Air Conditioning Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Landscape Contractor Painter Seismic Consulting Music Tree Service Plumber House Cleaning Parties Window Coverings/Drapes Hardwood Floors Home Repair Waterproofing/Leak Solving Structural Solutions Furniture- 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
