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San Francisco
Customer Feedback:
Retrospect Fine Furniture
“He has an enormous amount of integrity, and is a solid business person. The quality of his craftsmanship is always consistent, and his turn-around time is excellent. They’ve done work for me on vintage, as well as some contemporary items— about 3 pieces in all.”
What’s Popular:
Carpet Cleaning Electrical Contractor Waterproofing/Leak Solving Heating & Air Conditioning Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning House Cleaning Window Coverings/Drapes Alarm Systems General Contractor Furniture Drainage Structural Solutions Hair Stylist Plumber Window Cleaning Foundation Contractor Parties Landscape Contractor Earthquake Retrofitting Handyman Cabinets Closets Seismic Consulting Bands Painter Auto Repair Windows Tree Service Home Repair Upholstery Music Hardwood Floors Roofing Contractor- 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:
Albert Nahman Plumbing & Heating
“My wife and I were so impressed with their work. In the face of a very difficult water heater installation, they remained good natured, careful, and professional. I will enthusiastically refer neighbors and colleagues who need a plumbing contractor.“
What’s Popular:
Windows Closets Tree Service Earthquake Retrofitting Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Foundation Contractor Carpet Cleaning Waterproofing/Leak Solving Hair Stylist Painter Home Repair Structural Solutions House Cleaning Upholstery Landscape Contractor General Contractor Plumber Electrical Contractor Bands Window Coverings/Drapes Seismic Consulting Window Cleaning Auto Repair Drainage Roofing Contractor Alarm Systems Furniture Cabinets Heating & Air Conditioning Handyman Hardwood Floors Music 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’ve worked with Peter for about 9 years, after finding him in your book! Our transformer blew, and our lawn guy cut our wiring! Peter redid all that. They are reliable, and immaculately clean.”
What’s Popular:
Roofing Contractor Electrical Contractor Alarm Systems House Cleaning Cabinets Windows Auto Repair Window Coverings/Drapes Tree Service Upholstery Plumber Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Window Cleaning Music Seismic Consulting Bands Landscape Contractor Parties Waterproofing/Leak Solving Closets Foundation Contractor Home Repair Heating & Air Conditioning Earthquake Retrofitting Structural Solutions Carpet Cleaning Handyman General Contractor Hardwood Floors Furniture Hair Stylist Drainage Painter- 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:
De Martini/Arnott Painting Company
“I would definitely use them again. Brett keeps a very close watch on the project, and is very conscientious. They painted both the interior and the exterior of my home in Redwood City. I recommend them!”
What’s Popular:
Landscape Contractor Bands Seismic Consulting Roofing Contractor Handyman Tree Service House Cleaning Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Parties Carpet Cleaning Cabinets Drainage Electrical Contractor Hair Stylist Earthquake Retrofitting Home Repair Structural Solutions Window Cleaning Deck Builder Heating & Air Conditioning General Contractor Window Coverings/Drapes Closets Upholstery Windows Hardwood Floors Painter Furniture Plumber Foundation Contractor Music Waterproofing/Leak Solving- 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
