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San Francisco
Customer Feedback:
The Window Specialist
“We’re thrilled with our new windows—and we’re saving a fortune on energy bills. The wind used to whistle right through the old ones. The new windows have an awesome locking system that’s really easy to use, and they look beautiful. If that’s not enough, they were about a third of the price we were quoted elsewhere.”
What’s Popular:
Waterproofing/Leak Solving Windows Seismic Consulting Cabinets Closets Roofing Contractor Plumber Hair Stylist Bands Carpet Cleaning Music Earthquake Retrofitting Window Coverings/Drapes Parties Electrical Contractor Hardwood Floors Home Repair Landscape Contractor Structural Solutions Drainage Upholstery Painter Auto Repair Alarm Systems Tree Service Furniture Foundation Contractor Heating & Air Conditioning General Contractor Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Window Cleaning Handyman House 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:
Four Dimensions
“They were recommended to us from several people, and we had them put a native wildlife garden in our backyard. They did a wonderful job, and our garden has been on garden tours since then. Their design ideas were great, and they really listened to what we wanted.”
What’s Popular:
House Cleaning Seismic Consulting General Contractor Cabinets Alarm Systems Tree Service Structural Solutions Windows Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Roofing Contractor Plumber Bands Electrical Contractor Carpet Cleaning Upholstery Window Cleaning Music Earthquake Retrofitting Auto Repair Hardwood Floors Landscape Contractor Hair Stylist Painter Furniture Closets Window Coverings/Drapes Handyman Waterproofing/Leak Solving Parties Drainage Home Repair Foundation Contractor Heating & Air Conditioning- 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:
Earthquake Safety
“My home is four houses down from the fault line, so I wanted to have it retrofitted. They did an excellent job, everyone I dealt with was really nice, and I feel better having done it.“
What’s Popular:
Landscape Contractor Bands Music Upholstery Electrical Contractor Closets Furniture Drainage Cabinets Plumber Heating & Air Conditioning General Contractor House Cleaning Hair Stylist Structural Solutions Auto Repair Carpet Cleaning Foundation Contractor Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Waterproofing/Leak Solving Earthquake Retrofitting Seismic Consulting Home Repair Handyman Painter Window Cleaning Alarm Systems Hardwood Floors Parties Window Coverings/Drapes Tree Service Windows Roofing Contractor- 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:
Franz Termite Control
“As a realtor, I have the choice of working with many termite companies, but Franz is the top of my list. They are fabulous. They’re honest, they return phone calls promptly, they show up on time, they don’t inconvenience peopleÖthey’re unbelievable! They really are the best.”
What’s Popular:
Closets Foundation Contractor Home Repair Handyman Window Cleaning Hardwood Floors Music Upholstery Roofing Contractor Hair Stylist Deck Builder Seismic Consulting Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Drainage Bands Parties Painter Cabinets Structural Solutions Windows Tree Service Heating & Air Conditioning Furniture Landscape Contractor Carpet Cleaning General Contractor Window Coverings/Drapes Waterproofing/Leak Solving Electrical Contractor Plumber House Cleaning 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
