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San Francisco
Customer Feedback:
Michael Mullin Architect, Ltd
“I can say Michael was by far the best part of my remodel process. There were problems with everybody involved, except for Michael. He rode through the whole project— he was the one person I could always count on. I have nothing but the highest accolades for Michael. I’d be thrilled to be able to work with him again.”
What’s Popular:
Tree Service Cabinets Structural Solutions Roofing Contractor Upholstery Carpet Cleaning Window Cleaning Earthquake Retrofitting Plumber Auto Repair Hair Stylist Parties Music House Cleaning Furniture Windows Handyman Home Repair Bands Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Closets Foundation Contractor Alarm Systems Window Coverings/Drapes Landscape Contractor General Contractor Electrical Contractor Hardwood Floors Painter Waterproofing/Leak Solving Drainage Seismic Consulting Heating & Air Conditioning- 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:
Larry Ackley’s Professional Painting
“I’d recommend Larry unreservedly. Our old house was a mess, covered with chipped and cracked layers of paint. Larry completely transformed it. He’s a terrific craftsman with a great sense of color.”
What’s Popular:
Electrical Contractor Window Cleaning Alarm Systems Window Coverings/Drapes Waterproofing/Leak Solving Foundation Contractor Furniture Cabinets Upholstery Bands Tree Service Closets Seismic Consulting Carpet Cleaning Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Plumber Handyman Structural Solutions Drainage Windows Hair Stylist Heating & Air Conditioning Home Repair Music Landscape Contractor Earthquake Retrofitting Auto Repair Parties Painter Roofing Contractor General Contractor Hardwood Floors House 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:
Aarvaks Heating & Air Conditioning
“I’m a general contractor, and they’re tops on my list! They’re reputable, on time, do what they say, are easy to work with, and clean. Professionally, they are leaders. They never let me down!”
What’s Popular:
Parties Plumber Landscape Contractor Tree Service Home Repair Heating & Air Conditioning Windows Roofing Contractor Bands Cabinets Electrical Contractor Alarm Systems Carpet Cleaning Foundation Contractor Hardwood Floors Earthquake Retrofitting General Contractor Furniture Upholstery House Cleaning Handyman Closets Window Cleaning Waterproofing/Leak Solving Structural Solutions Window Coverings/Drapes Seismic Consulting Music Painter Auto Repair Hair Stylist Drainage Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning- 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:
The Steam Team
“We just used Jim to get pen marks out of our brand new, yellow velvet sofa. We were terrified that he might make the situation worse. Instead you can’t tell there was anything there. He also got two filthy white rugs looking like new. All this for a very reasonable price.”
What’s Popular:
Windows Furniture Heating & Air Conditioning Drainage Plumber General Contractor Home Repair Foundation Contractor Handyman Closets Waterproofing/Leak Solving Painter Cabinets Structural Solutions Electrical Contractor Deck Builder Window Cleaning House Cleaning Music Hardwood Floors Gutters, Replacement/Cleaning Landscape Contractor Upholstery Bands Parties Seismic Consulting Hair Stylist Window Coverings/Drapes Carpet Cleaning Earthquake Retrofitting Tree Service Roofing 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
