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San Francisco
Customer Feedback:
SAFE Engineering Construction
“I had a big remodeling job with lots of different contractors at my home, and Safe Engineering was among the best. I like their work very much— the crew is excellent. They’re on time and easy to work with. I would use them again.”
What’s Popular:
Handyman Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Closets Landscape Contractor Roofing Contractor Hardwood Floors Alarm Systems Window Coverings/Drapes Hair Stylist Heating & Air Conditioning Foundation Contractor Tree Service Seismic Consulting Structural Solutions General Contractor Windows Furniture Electrical Contractor Bands Window Cleaning Music Cabinets Waterproofing/Leak Solving Painter Home Repair Carpet Cleaning House Cleaning Earthquake Retrofitting Drainage Parties Upholstery Plumber Auto Repair- 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:
Norcal Construction
“Gerard remodeled our kitchen, which involved a lot of coordinating with the cabinet maker, plumber, and electrician. He kept us informed, told us the cost way in advance, and made good suggestions on the job. We felt great about the whole experience.”
What’s Popular:
Foundation Contractor Drainage Window Cleaning Roofing Contractor Alarm Systems Home Repair Auto Repair Electrical Contractor Waterproofing/Leak Solving Cabinets Furniture Tree Service Seismic Consulting Handyman Painter Hardwood Floors Music Hair Stylist Bands General Contractor Structural Solutions Landscape Contractor Carpet Cleaning Window Coverings/Drapes Heating & Air Conditioning Windows Earthquake Retrofitting Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Closets House Cleaning Plumber Upholstery 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:
McKinley Painting
“McKinley painted the whole exterior of my home. They were extremely careful with everything, especially the plants outside. We have an older home in Berkeley and he was very aware of how to take care of it. He was the most knowledgeable painting contractor we talked to. His workers didn’t play loud music, smoke, or chat. They just got the job done.”
What’s Popular:
Painter Seismic Consulting Landscape Contractor Music Hair Stylist Upholstery Drainage Foundation Contractor Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning General Contractor House Cleaning Plumber Hardwood Floors Roofing Contractor Handyman Alarm Systems Bands Parties Structural Solutions Window Cleaning Earthquake Retrofitting Closets Home Repair Carpet Cleaning Tree Service Furniture Cabinets Windows Window Coverings/Drapes Electrical Contractor Auto Repair Waterproofing/Leak Solving Heating & Air Conditioning- 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:
ABC Windows
“They’re cost-effective, efficient, and fast. I got 44 windows from them for my home. I was in Hawaii for most of the time they were working on my house, and they took care of everything for me. I interviewed four other companies, and they seemed to be the best. Their workers are very clean and very skilled. The double-paned windows they installed really keep the noise down, the warmth in, and the utlities bills down.“
What’s Popular:
Window Coverings/Drapes Closets Structural Solutions Parties Bands Handyman Seismic Consulting Drainage Foundation Contractor Hardwood Floors Plumber Windows Roofing Contractor General Contractor Window Cleaning Home Repair Electrical Contractor Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Heating & Air Conditioning Furniture Cabinets Tree Service Music House Cleaning Hair Stylist Earthquake Retrofitting Painter Carpet Cleaning Landscape Contractor Waterproofing/Leak Solving Deck Builder Upholstery- 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
