Ron Williams Plumbing

803 Arguello Street
Redwood City, CA 94063

James G. writes: Reliable & Highly Professional service.  The guys at Williams are top notch.  My water heater blew up this week and was leaking everywhere.  This is one of the few Peninsula plumbing outfits open on the weekend.  I called fairly early 8am-ish on…

Lapham Co Property Management
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Temescal

4844 Telegraph Ave
Ste 300
Oakland, CA 94609

pea p. writes: I thought I'd write this review mostly because it is such a relief to be rid of the Dewolf regime. You don't know how bad a management company can be until a good one is hired to replace them!

Lapham responds to emails, makes repairs in a timely…

Affordable Craftsman
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

827 Pacific Avenue
Suite 108
San Francisco, CA 94133

Loic N. writes: I have used our handyman Henry several times over the last few years, always with excellent results and at very reasonable rates. The jobs ranged from small & tricky to larger & cosmetic (sheet rock, hanging heavy mirror, etc.).

Mortgage Loan Specialists - Doug Burrows

711 Grand Ave
Suite 210
San Francisco, CA 94131

Matt H. writes: I am a Realtor who has had the pleasure of working with Doug Burrows. I now count him as a friend and would not hesitate introducing him to anyone considering the purchase of a home. When my clients got the run around from an out of area loan…

CENTURY 21 Diverse Properties - Thomas Ma
Neighborhood: Outer Sunset

2505 Judah St
San Francisco, CA 94122

Cheryl D. writes: Thomas Ma is really an agent with integrity.  I recently sat on a  fence as a first-time homebuyer and I was having anxiety attacks and insomnia.  I jumped at a property and already put a deposit in - but whats thousands of dollars when its the…

Chris Lim, Vanguard Properties
Neighborhood: Mission

2501 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94110

Chris L. writes: Looking to buy or sell real estate in San Francisco, you've come to the right place!  Climb Real Estate, a sales group within Vanguard Properties, can help you with all your real estate needs.

All Phase Builders

1111 Arguello St Ste 101
Redwood City, CA 94063

Nouls S. writes: All Phase Builders was very reliable and dependable when it came to our kitchen remodel.  They also do home additions and new homes.  They were very pleasant to work with .  The guys working at the job were very professional and clean.  I would…

Prudential CRES Commercial Real Estate
Neighborhood: Financial District

275 Battery St
# 1050
San Francisco, CA 94111

Matthew R. writes: Call Craig Childress, the V.P., over at Prudential CRES for all of your commerical real estate needs.  The guy really knows his stuff and has access to all the right people and properties.  He's great at getting both sides to agree on an amicable and…

Brad

San Francisco, CA 94101

steve m. writes: I was desperate, my time was short, all my friends were at work. I found him on CL, he came within a few hours same day, and did the job - done! Nice kid, efficient, works fast. Has an open top pickup that he uses to make money. Between the two of…

Brown Bear Realty / C Michael Sundius
Neighborhood: Bernal Heights

303 Cortland Ave
San Francisco, CA 94110

Emily F. writes: Mike was very helpful when my partner and I were looking for a house.  We must have looked at 50 places, single-family, duplexes, condos, you name it.  He was always informative and nearly always guessed the going price for the places - even when we…

Rooter Bong

334 Bright Street
San Francisco, CA 94132

gwynnie p. writes: I want to support anyone with balls enough to call their business Rooter Bong. It's a good name, right?

And I do think Bong is a good plumber, it has just become impossible to predict when he will actually appear. So, 2 stars, because I'm tired of…

North American Title Company Inc

330 Primrose Rd Ste 600
Burlingame, CA 94010

Geoff D. writes: We've worked with Cheryl at North American Title for ~8 years now to buy two houses, sell one and complete two or three re-financings.  If any title outlet (members of an appropriately dull industry) deserves five stars, it's Cheryl and the team at…

Pacific View Window Coverings
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA

2273 Hayes St.
San Francisco, CA 94117

aspasia s. writes: I met Pacific View and Mitch almost five years ago post aftermath of a wonderful divorce (from my perspective) ... in my search for the perfect drapes for my SOMA loft.  

Perfect drapes (or any perfect thang) is always subjective.

Mitch was referred…

Heidi Zinman, Realtor

400 Primrose Road
Coldwell Banker
Burlingame, CA 94010

Jennifer L. writes: As first time home-buyers, we were bewildered by the whole process of how buying a home works.  Heidi was very patient with us, and took the time to explain everything.  She pointed out to us if there were flaws in construction that we hadn't…

Kyla Karch
Neighborhood: Lower Haight

368 Hermann St
San Francisco, CA 94101

Elizabeth A. writes: I was referred to Kyla by a mutual friend  when I was looking for a new home.  She is so easy to work with, knowledgeable, respectful and fun.  We made a great connection and even became friends.  She even works in both the East bay and SF, so I was…

Mary Molinari, Realtor

580 El Camino Real
Redwood City, CA 94070

Baq H. writes: Mary Molinari is fabulous.  Period.  We all know the issues with real estate agents and the conflict of interest they present to buyers.  With Mary, we never doubted that she was on our side.  Not only was she our advocate through the whole process,…

Ehrich's Plumbing
Neighborhood: Outer Sunset

1607 31st Ave
San Francisco, CA 94101

Julie C. writes: This father-son operation is five-star all the way.  They are a bit pricey, but well worth it: they know their way around a pipe.  Besides, Gunter (the father) is like the grandfather you never had (or at least that I never had), assuring you he's…

Sunset Concrete

741 Joost St.
San Francisco, CA 94101

Julie C. writes: There MAY be a time (you just never know) when you're going to need to do some concrete cutting, core drilling, finishing demolition or hauling, so you're going to want Mark Foti's number.  Here ya go.

Patty's Housecleaning

767 5th Avenue
Redwood City, CA 94061

Alice H. writes: I interviewed a number of housecleaning agencies and felt confident with Patty's Housecleaning - and rightly so! They are a legit business that is licensed, bonded, and insured. I was able to negotiate down the price significantly so I pay $85/month…

Radcliffe Arms Apartments
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Rockridge

540 Alcatraz Ave Apt D
Oakland, CA 94609

Zak N. writes: Word! Yelp has my building listed!!

Hooray for the Radcliffe Arms Home for Wayward Girls!

OK, let the stalking begin...

Tim Pearson, Electrician
Neighborhood: Castro

2215 Market St
Ste 225
San Francisco, CA 94114

Brenda Kaye W. writes: I tried to look up "electricians" on Yelp, but there really weren't too many.  Not too many homeowners, I gather.  I remember the days of renting, when I didn't have to deal with things like broken motion detectors.  It actually looked like someone…

Jjr Construction Inc

1120 9th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94402

scott P. writes: AS a contractor myself these guys are great, fast paying and professional, Carlos and JJ are a pleasure to deal with.

Ivan Leung
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

Pacific Union
601 Van Ness
San Francisco, CA 94101

John Z. writes: Ivan's been my broker for almost four years.  He helped me find great deals on apartment buildings, and then went the extra mile over and over again -- long after his commission checks had cleared --  by helping me make some repairs, buy some…

Caldecott Properties
Neighborhood: North Oakland

5251 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94618

Rusty M. writes: Buying a house takes research, timing, savings, communication and astute administration.  Born and raised in the East Bay the staff at Caldecott knows their market and understands what it takes to sell houses without selling out their clients.

I grew…

Kam Hing Marble Company
Neighborhood: Bayview/Hunters Point

145 Barneveld Ave
San Francisco, CA 94124

Lawrence T. writes: On this rainy day and having 45 minutes before the ballet we stopped to check out a granite recommendation by Robert, Cal-wood. We pulled up to a very old man smiling at us from a loading dock and waving us to the front door. We were greeted by…

Christopher J. Fenech - General Construction

1658 Washington St
San Mateo, CA 94497

Kate W. writes: Chris did a fantastic job on a bathroom remodel for us.  Our bathroom passed all of its inspections with flying colors -- no easy feat in San Carlos, I hear -- and we're still very happy with our experience working with Chris, his quality and the…

Build Fix Design

San Francisco, CA 94118

Cosmolicious L. writes: Build Fix Design to the rescue!  

Last year we lived the Irish Contractor Nightmare.  We hired someone of  Craigslist.  He tore up the bathroom, half tiled it, then went to get supplies (with my money!) and he.... never came back.  (Gawd Damn I'm…

Prudential California Realty

677 Portola Dr
San Francisco, CA 94101

Conrad M. writes: Prudential California Realty is the best in the business of selling real estate! They are great at taking clients comfortably through the home selling or buying process. Conrad Myers is the right agent, and Prudential is the best company around to…

Conrad Myers - Prudential

677 Portola Dr
San Francisco, CA 94101

m r. writes: #1 Prudential California Realty in San Francisco (Out of 5)
-Independently Owned and Operated
-Husband and wife have owned the company for over 30 years.
-Great New Agent Trainings
-On-going monthly trainings for All Agents
-Notary on site Monday through…

Estrada Cleaning Service
Neighborhood: Portola

1411 Silver Ave
San Francisco, CA 94134

Nish N. writes: Update January 08: So we've recently been a little disappointed in their service. Aura is fantastic, but when she can't make it, we've noticed the  level of cleaning goes down. Sometimes it's hard to reach and confirm when they are coming in, but I…

Leverette Company Realtors
Neighborhood: Claremont, Oakland Hills

2920 Domingo Avenue
Suite 207
Berkeley, CA 94705

Scott L. writes: Of course I am goiung to give our company 5 stars as I am Scott Leverette, the son of the Broker Marlene Leverette.  As Leverette Company Realtors enters its third year, we would like to thank all of you for your continued support and business. As a…

Okell's Fireplace
Neighborhood: Potrero Hill

1300 17th St
San Francisco, CA 94107

Stumbalina b. writes: Okells provides top-notch service and expertise. They are fair and easy to work with. They pretty much corner the market in San Francisco for old Victorians seeking more modern-looking gas heating fireplaces, but I'm happy to support them since they…

Lights Out - Brett Bryant

San Francisco, CA 94131

Elena S. writes: My electrician is a Columbia graduate!  This awesome dude came and put in my lovely new dining room light fixture.  All in good humor, he drilled through my concrete ceiling while my dog yapped at him.  He was courteous, intelligent, and a he did a…

The BridgeView
Neighborhood: SOMA

400 Beale St
San Francisco, CA 94101

Jason H. writes: The Good:

cherry wood floors, limestone counters and floors in the bathrooms,  cherry wood cabinets alongside granite countertops in the kitchen, pool, spa, private rooftop bbq, bay views, concierge, security, in south beach so you dont have to deal…

Sierra Point Lumber & Plywood Co

601 Tunnel Ave
Brisbane, CA 94005

Joel C. writes: center hardware is great and all, but when you need that emergency 4x12 simpson hanger for that beam you just installed while you take out all the shoring, then you better head down to sierra point, because if they don't have it, it doesn't exist.  …

Lisa McCloskey Real Estate

600 San Ramon Valley Boulevard
Danville, CA 94526

George M. writes: OK, we ARE the McCloskey Team and we provide 5-star service and care for our clients.
We specialize in great homes that evoke the lifestyle you want. We work in San Francisco, Blackhawk, Danville, Alamo, San Ramon, and Pleasanton.
Give us a try for…

iFloor

2141 Commerce Place
Hayward, CA 94545

Rick C. writes: I am in the middle of a remodel, and decided to use laminate in this place. I looked around extensively, including both the big chains Home Depot and Lowes, as well as specialty tile/floor places on Industrial Blvd. I happened to find iFloor, and am…

California Construction & Management

Berkeley, CA 94702

Victor B. writes: Many Berkeley apartments tend to be in pretty bad shape, if only because no matter what they look like, someone will show up in August from out of the country needing an apartment immediately for UC, and paying whatever is asked.

CC&M maintains their…