Aurora Apartments
Neighborhood: SOMA

788 Harrison Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

Ellie P. writes: UPDATED: Aurora Yerba Buena was recently purchased by Avalon Communities, a huge chain of luxury apartment complexes. So far, for Aurora, this has meant those who renew their leases face significantly increased rents. The level of service has also…

Acton Courtyard

1370 University Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94702

Andrew W. writes: This is a great apartment complex in the Berkeley area. Most apartment buildings in the Berkeley area are far from modern and a lot of Berkeley students are forced to live in shady co-ops and well-aged, broken-down apartment complexes. Acton…

Rafael Town Center Investors Llc

1050 Court St
San Rafael, CA 94901

Tiffany T. writes: I come to the RTC often enough that it is appropriate for me to write a review.  There are 3 ladies working here, I don't remember any of their names; however, the one I met was very friendly.  

They give free wood cutting boards as a welcome gift (I…

Alcatraz Shade & Blind Shop
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Rockridge

6400 Telegraph Ave
Oakland, CA 94609

Ben G. writes: I have shopped at Alcatraz Shade Shop for years - every couple of years i seem to find myself in there again.  Whether I have need all new blinds for the family room or just some quirky part they have always had what I needed.  

There is something…

JD Mathew Construction, Inc.

P.O. Box 688
8 Patricia Lane
Mill Valley, CA 94941

M The C .. writes: Remodeling is Jeff Mathew's specialty and he does it extremely well.  

He has the touch it takes to make our Marin county homes of old into beautiful, gracious trophies.  He knows how to improve the charm, not remove it.

He uses high end materials…

Levi's Plaza Property Management
Neighborhood: Embarcadero

155 Greenwich Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Amanda H. writes: They are not all that bad - they give our space that extra special sense of security and now I have a great big office with a nice view.  And every morning I am greeted by Esther shouting 'Good Morning Ms. Holt' and that feels good even when I…

McLaughlin Arthur & Associates Interior Specialist
Neighborhood: Mission

238 Capp St.
San Francisco, CA 94110

Reg B. writes: I've been in SF Real Estate for years, and he is the best stager in SF In fact, I think he was the first stager in SF. He can stage anything from Pacific Heights Mansions to SOMA lofts... usually within days and I've seen his staged properties sell…

Young Strong Movers

Emeryville, CA 94608

Grace W. writes: Unlike the previous two posters, I actually had a very positive experience with Young Strong Movers.  However, I never expected that I would just be able to hand over the keys and everything would be taken care of from there.  Anyway, the 3-hour…

Roto-Rooter Plumbing Sewer & Drain Service

3840 Bayshore Blvd
Brisbane, CA 94005

laura b. writes: I used to tell people that a good friend of mine douched with roto-rooter.  hoo boy, it made her MAD!  

all kidding aside, these fools can unclog a vagina* like no other.

*vagina = bathtub.  or does it?!  ask joy m!  but seriously, these guys are…

Pacific Energy Center
Neighborhood: SOMA

851 Howard St
San Francisco, CA 94103

Kimberly H. writes: I came here for a class field trip because they offered a free class about lighting and energy. It was VERY interesting and I couldn't soak in enough of all that great information the guy was telling us.

When you first walk in the place, there is a…

Demakas Plumbing & Heating
Neighborhood: Bayview/Hunters Point

2370 Oakdale Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94124

Colleen B. writes: They give a 3 hour window for arrival, which sucks, except that it meant I could party all night and sleep in with the hopes they'd arrive my office was the wiser. Oh, friendly service and good work, I don't know about pricing since that came from…

Floorcraft Kitchens & Baths
Neighborhood: Bayview/Hunters Point

470 Bayshore Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94124

Njon W. writes: Shatangi went in today to purchase a rug and was greeted by some really friendly folks in each department. I mad my way to the flooring area and a gentleman who was clearly helping someone else stopped what he was doing to let me know he'd be with me…

MyNewPlace
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

425 Bush Street
Suite 200
San Francisco, CA 94108

Julia Z. writes: So ok, MyNewPlace was a client of mine - thus the initial 'inspiration' for a review here - but regardless, I think they really offer a great site and great user interface. They offer very detailed listings (with floorplans and photos) and great…

Metrorent
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

2021 Fillmore St
San Francisco, CA 94115

Kristina R. writes: Not bad for an online rental agency.  The cost isn't prohibitive, and they send e-mails when someone is interested so you don't have to log on to the site.  

Hubby and I pretended we were the Ropers and started looking for someone to rent the…

Sberlo Plumbing

San Francisco, CA 94122

Fred C. writes: I asked my former landlady who used to be an architect for a plumber recommendation and she said Yoel Sberlo.  These guys are great, they're extremely nice and helpful and willing to go the extra mile to help you out with whatever you need.  They are…

The Glass Doctor
Neighborhood: Mission

670 S Van Ness Ave
8778384527
San Francisco, CA 94110

Fong L. writes: These guys are very cool.  Fill in a dime-sized windshield chip/crack for $50 in about 20 mins.  Cleaned all my windows at the same time.  They seemed very experienced in the simple repairwork, and were pretty professional about it overall.  They…

Conor Fennessy Antiques & Design
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

801 Columbus Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94133

Christine V. writes: Conor has an amazing eye.  Not sure what the last reviewer was looking at but this is not a junk shop.  Conor hand picks each piece and finds great stuff that is really original from hand blown vases to antique chairs.  I have purchased some amazing…

Reed Brothers Security
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Temescal

4432 Telegraph Ave
In the Temescal
Oakland, CA 94609

Gertrude F. writes: Wow! What a relief.  These guys are great.  I had just had a horrible experience with a different lock company and these guys fixed the damage the other company caused - and they did it in the middle of the night.  I could have done it myself, but…

5 Star General Contracting

Oakland, CA 94620

H A. writes: Added 3 bedrooms,a gym, and 2 bathrooms to my home - it looks fabulous!

South Beach Marina Apartments
Neighborhood: SOMA

2 Townsend Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

Wesley J. writes: We rented here about a year ago.  Had an AWESOME 1 bedroom overlooking the bay bridge.  Was simply the best view I could ever imagine.  Here are the reasons for only 3 stars however:

1. 600 sq ft - enough said!
2. Customer Service sucked.
3. Expensive…

Bluxome Place
Neighborhood: SOMA

1 Bluxome Street
Apt 208
San Francisco, CA 94107

Michael S. writes: it's awesome really close the 280/101/Caltrain but it's pretty $$$$$. Managment sucked it up.

Alpha Real Estate
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

3047 Fillmore Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

gary g. writes: Ash is ONE AMAZING agent and I have been through 4 1/2 escrows with this HONEST guy with a giggle that lights up the cold night!!

He is a counselor, comedian, fiduciary, friend and more.
He is doing well and there is a reason........

He saved the day…

Img Home Rug & Furniture Gallery
Neighborhood: Potrero Hill

1415 16th St
San Francisco, CA 94103

Kevin S. writes: Vaguely scammish, with its whole "antique but not really antique" frontin', but we bought a few nice big pieces for our apartment--a buffet sort of thing and a cabinet to hold some dishes, and a really cool huge Tibetan dresser thing. This location…

Trinity Towers Apartments

888 O Farrell
San Francisco, CA 94109

Cassio P. writes: Screw you guys, I'm tipping the scales all the way to 5. Just out of principle.  

This place doesn't deserve all these 1 stars, it's a well-maintained building that serves as an economic fortress for information workers and students in what would…

Earthquake Safety

1103 10th Street
Berkeley, CA 94710

Eric G. writes: Earthquake Safety consistently makes the most delicious Creme Brulee this side of France. Oh wait. Scratch that.

There are several outfits operating out there doing this work and I've seen at least 20 different houses including my own. Their work is…

Queer Eye for the Straight Guy

Bravo TV
San Francisco, CA 94117

Gourmet G. writes: O Queer Guys, where art thou? Seemingly unaware of the old adage, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it," the Fab Five have veered from their established format this season and planted themselves in Las Vegas for a series of shows that have a lot less…

Mobile AC Service, Inc.

2956 McKenzie Dr.
Richmond, CA 94875

merkley m. writes: Got this recommendation from Lucious garage.
James Mayat came out to my house right on time for our 11 am appointment, retrofitted my 82 Cadillac Eldorado for new non-ozone-murdering refrigerant. While I cleaned my garage James hooked up some gizmos…

Rex Key & Security
Neighborhood: Downtown Berkeley

1908 University Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94704

Trixie J. writes: Locked myself out on a Friday night @ 11 pm. First time at this residence, though not a first time offender in this department of stupidity. Decided to crash elsewhere and deal with it the next morning.

Fast forward to the next morning... Key dude…

Avalon at Mission Bay
Neighborhood: SOMA

255 King St.
San Francisco, CA 94107

Wesley J. writes: We were the first people to move into the tower when it opened.  6th floor.  Was great to get into a fresh, clean, new place.  Nice layout, nice area.

3 stars is because of the price.  Just too damn expensive!

But, if Joel ever reads this - we miss…

707 Old County Road Apartments

707 Old County Rd
Belmont, CA 94002

Harry M. writes: I've been here over 10 years and have never had a problem. Yes, they have their rules. Yes, they're sticklers for them. That's part of what keeps it a nice, livable complex. I've heard of issues with cars being vandalized, but have never experienced…

A Ling, the Family Maid

San Francisco, CA 94127

spiff e. writes: Sorry, she's taken, so you can't really hire her services, but I figured I'd review her anyway.  I mean, we do give her Sunday and holidays off, so she might be available on those days.

She pretty much does everything, albeit slowly.  She makes really…

2000 Post
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

2000 Post St
San Francisco, CA 94115

Andrew M. writes: This place was built in the early 80's and I've lived here for the past three months.

Pros- great parking on the block of the complex, good amenities (spa, gym, pool), friendly staff, many (mine included) brand new renovated complexes (carpet,…

Cabrillo Plumbing & Heating
Neighborhood: Bayview/Hunters Point

78 Dorman Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94124

Benzee B. writes: VERY VERY Expensive but they do quality work. I called them out for a faulty shower and a leaking toilet and I ended up paying not only for that but also for a pressure valve on my main line. I spoke to friends later and everyone seems to agree that…

3 Day Blinds
Neighborhood: Grand Lake, Lower Hills

3265 Grand Ave
Oakland, CA 94610

Tracy A. writes: The corporate office is lame.  They messed up our order at least 4 times but this local branch has some swell people working in it.  The woman at the counter tirelessly wrote down separate orders for our 18 blinds to upgrade the bedroom ones to top…

Washington Mutual
Neighborhood: Lakeshore, Lower Hills

3241 Lakeshore Ave
Oakland, CA 94610

Ann W. writes: Seems like I am always in and out of there so quickly.  The polar opposite of the one on 17th around the other side of the lake that makes you pass through a security system to the likes of Fort Knox.  Five starts because I love WaMu - free…

CG Appliance Express

6422 Mission Street
Daly City, CA 94014

Jin B. writes: This place is one of the most professional place I've worked with for office appliances.  They have all the latest appliances and can accomodate for your needs.  They're professional and will get the job done for you on the time they say they will,…

Careful Clean

11 El Sereno Dr
San Carlos, CA 94070

Alvin L. writes: They came, they saw, they conquered.... the dust, that is.

And they did a pretty good job.

Ridge House
Neighborhood: UC Campus Area

2420 Ridge Road
Berkeley, CA 94709

Trisha W. writes: For anyone who ever reads my reviews of fancy-ass hotels and thinks I'm pampered, delicate, or otherwise squeemish, let me set the record straight right now: I lived in Ridge House for two years.

The co-ops are not a gentle place.

They're not a…

Washington Mutual
Neighborhood: East Oakland

270 E 18th St
Oakland, CA 94606

laura b. writes: Washington Mutual is a decent enough bank.  They are like any other big bank business bullshit, not any better, not any worse.  But today as I stood in line at this particular branch, there was a 10 year-old boy standing in front of me who turned…