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San Francisco
Customer Feedback:
De Martini/Arnott Painting Company
“They were very helpful in helping me choose the colors, which was something I wasn’t expecting. They also did a faux marble finish on our fireplace— we get compliments on that every time anybody sees it. I can’t recommend them highly enough!”
What’s Popular:
Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Earthquake Retrofitting Cabinets Heating & Air Conditioning Electrical Contractor Painter Auto Repair Window Coverings/Drapes Bands Handyman Hardwood Floors Parties Landscape Contractor Alarm Systems Foundation Contractor Structural Solutions Music Hair Stylist Seismic Consulting Carpet Cleaning Waterproofing/Leak Solving Window Cleaning Windows Home Repair House Cleaning Drainage Upholstery Roofing Contractor Tree Service General Contractor Closets Plumber Furniture- 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:
Acker & Guerrero Roof Company, Inc.
“I was very impressed with the man who came out. He answered all of my questions, and I felt confident in using their service. They came out, got the job done, and cleaned up neatly afterwards. I was very pleased with their work.”
What’s Popular:
Waterproofing/Leak Solving Electrical Contractor Tree Service Roofing Contractor Bands Auto Repair Window Coverings/Drapes Heating & Air Conditioning Hair Stylist Seismic Consulting Alarm Systems Structural Solutions Upholstery House Cleaning Hardwood Floors Carpet Cleaning Window Cleaning Plumber Foundation Contractor Painter Closets Handyman Landscape Contractor Parties Windows Cabinets Home Repair Drainage Furniture Earthquake Retrofitting Music General Contractor Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning- 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:
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
“I am a long time McCartney customer. I’ve used them for several years because they are reliable, competent, and have competitive pricing. You can always get them quickly, and they always get the job done right.”
What’s Popular:
Alarm Systems Tree Service Parties Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Carpet Cleaning Auto Repair Furniture General Contractor Hardwood Floors Bands Music Heating & Air Conditioning Closets Waterproofing/Leak Solving Hair Stylist House Cleaning Window Coverings/Drapes Roofing Contractor Seismic Consulting Painter Earthquake Retrofitting Window Cleaning Landscape Contractor Foundation Contractor Home Repair Drainage Windows Structural Solutions Cabinets Plumber Upholstery Handyman Electrical 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:
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:
Upholstery Painter Handyman House Cleaning Music Waterproofing/Leak Solving Seismic Consulting Window Coverings/Drapes Heating & Air Conditioning Cabinets Earthquake Retrofitting Plumber Tree Service Hardwood Floors Parties Furniture Roofing Contractor Bands Window Cleaning Deck Builder Closets Carpet Cleaning Windows Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Electrical Contractor Home Repair General Contractor Structural Solutions Hair Stylist Foundation Contractor Drainage Landscape Contractor- 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
