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Architect
Butler Armsden Architects
Contact:Lewis W. Butler AIA
T: (415) 674-5554
F: (415) 674-5558
Note:High-end, modernistic, very personable
Lawson Willard Architecture
Contact:Lawson Willard
T: (415) 674-1102
F: (415) 276-3775
Walker & Moody
Contact:Sandy Walker
(415) 885-0800
Andrew Skurman Architect
Contact:Andrew Skurman
T: (415) 440-4480
F: (415) 440-4488
Note:Very high-end
John Maniscalco Architect
Contact:John Maniscalco
T: (415) 864-9900 x201
F: (415) 864-0830
C: (415) 420-5712
Note:Skilled towards the streamlined contemporary, easy to work with, small exclusive office! Clients love John!
Dan Phipps Architects
Contact:(415) 776-1606
Scheinholtz Associates
Contact:Nancy Scheinholtz
T: (650) 558-0700
F: (650) 558-0203
Note:High-end additions, remodels and new construction
Cornelia Griffin
Contact:(415) 673-2773
Gast Architects
Contact:David Gast
T: (415) 885-2946
F: (415) 885-2808
Sutro Architects
Contact:Stephen Sutro
T: (415) 956-3445
F: (415) 956-3456
Note:Perfect for a range from classical to warm contemporary
Architectural Drawings
Clay Seibert Rendering & Fine Art
Contact:Clay Seibert
(415) 822-511
Draftsmen
Keith Kai Phillipson Design
Contact:Keith Phillipson
T: (415) 552-9988
F: (415) 861-5341
Note:The best for floorplans!
As-Built Services
Contact:Paul Thomas
T: (800) 318-0099
Note:Architectural measured drawings of existing conditions.
The best for floorplans!
Contact:T: (415) 457-8202
Electricity
PG&E
Contact:Customer Service
(800) 743-5000
Electrician
Sierra Electric
Contact:(415) 752-2850
Note:High-end
Mayan Electric
Contact:Carlos Tablas
(415) 810-5892
Note:No job too small. Very reasonable, excellent quality, insured, bonded, & certified.
Cupertino Electric, Inc.
Contact:Bob Klippel
(415) 970-3400
Fax: (415) 970-3434
Note:Good choice
Tom Doucette
Contact:(707) 255-8467
Note:Small jobs in Napa Valley
History of Homes
Tim Kelley
Contact:(415) 337-5824
Structural Consulting
Anderberg Construction Consulting, Inc.
Contact:Tom Anderberg
T: (510) 482-2779
F: (510) 482-0232
Note:Simply the Best and very "worth it", Practical and straight forward, Gets the job done
Structural Engineer
GFDS Engineers
Contact:Kris Johnson
T: (415) 512-1301
F: (415) 512-1302
Note:Impressive resume of high-end projects in San Francisco.
Murphy Burr Curry Inc.
Contact:David Murphy
T: (415) 546-0431
F: (415) 882-7257
Dominic Chu
Contact:(650) 578-9899
Santos & Urrutia
Contact:Tony Thompson
(415) 642-7722
Monty Stott
Contact:(415) 436-0121
Attorney/Construction Defects
The Miller Law Firm
Contact:Rachel Miller
(800) 403-3222
Note:The best in the field!
Attorney/Land Use
Luce Forward
Contact:Alice Barkley
Contact:(415) 356-4635
Attorney/Landlord
Fried & Williams, LLP
Contact:Clifford Fried
(415) 421-0100
Law Offices of D. Andrew Sirkin
Contact:Andrew Sirkin
(415) 202-7533
Wiegel Law Group, PLC
Contact:Andrew Weigel
(415) 552-8230
Attorney/Real Estate
Breall & Breall, LLP
Contact:Joseph Breall
(415) 345-0545
Note:Excellent real estate Attorney, highly recommended.
CB&M, LLP
Contact:Conrad Breece
(415) 989-5900
Note:Malin's favorite
Corporate Counsel Group LLP
Contact:Patrick C. Valentino
(415) 567-8025
Note:Specialty includes commercial real estate acquisitions, sales, leasing and finance.
Fried & Williams, LLP
Contact:Clifford Fried
(415) 421-0100
Goldstein, Gellman, Melbostad, Gibson & Harris, LLP
Contact:Jeffrey Gibson
(415) 673-5600
Note:Young, established Attorney. Sound advice!
Accounting
Delagnes, Mitchell & Linder
Contact:Michael Delagnes
Assistant: Eddie Niiya
(415) 983-0500
Note:Very high-end
Rebecca Richards
Contact:Rebecca Richards
(415) 505-1092
Note:Bookkeeper Extraordinaire
Bookkeeping
Rebecca Richards
Contact:Rebecca Richards
(415) 505-1092
Note:Small-business dream find, reliable, efficient, personal service
Computer Consultant
Matthew Holtzman
Contact:Matthew Holtzman
(415) 380-9946
Note:Macintosh & Internet Consulting. Magician with computers. Professional magician as a hobby. One man show. Simply the Best!
ActionUptime
Contact:Scott Young
(415) 999-7487
Note:Haven't tried him personally but comes highly recommended by major accounting firm.
Calligraphy
Flowing Glass
Contact:Margaret Davis
(510) 569-0437
Note:Beautiful, Professional Calligraphy for your Special Event. Great service!
Executive Recruiting
Kreuzberger Associates
Contact:Kathleen Macdonald
T: (415) 459-2300 x37
F: (415) 459-2471
M: (415) 519-9861
Note:Finance & accounting placement including Family & High-Net-Worth-Individual business offices
Graphic Designer
JASdesign
Contact:Jennifer Salyers
(415) 945-8845
Note:Graphic Design and Photography
Richards Design
Contact:Richard Richards
(415) 586-9085
Note:Print Design
Insurance
Costello & Sons Insurance Brokers
Contact:Mike Wardenburg
T: (415) 257-2110
F: (415) 948-2034
Note:All types plus earthquake
MacCorkle Insurance Service
Contact:Catherine Gravelle
T: (650) 227-7261
F: (650) 349-4631
Taylor Insurance Agency
Contact:John F. Taylor
T: (831) 643-2048
F: (831) 648-9373
Note:High Value Home Insurance
Allstate Insurance
Contact:Harold Lorber
T: (650) 322-5191
F: (650) 322-3862
Note:25 years in the business. Good advisor & prompt service.
Allstate Insurance
Contact:Mike Mahoney
(415) 771-4044
State Farm Insurance
Contact:Dick Russell
(415) 931 -8980
Appliance Repair
Always-Ready Appliance Repairs
Contact:(415) 970-0070
Parkside Appliance Service
Contact:Tom
(415) 731-4489
Cherin's Kitchen Appliances
Contact:(415) 864-2111
Carpet Cleaning
Frank Gromm
Contact:(650) 728-5666
Note:Specializes in wool carpets & upholstery
Fiber Care Carpet Cleaning
Doug Whiteherst
Contact:(415) 456-5343
Note:Specializes in wool carpets
Coit Carpet Cleaners
Contact:(800) 367-2648
Note:Carpet & drapery cleaning & restoration services
Cleaning Service/Janitorial
Jax Home Care
Contact:Jack McCarty
(415) 350-9060
Note:Very personable. 5 Star Choice.
A Maid To Shine
Contact:Maria Hernandez
(415) 379-9400
Note:Move-in/out(s)
AAA Cleaning
Contact:Ernesto Gonzalez
(415) 664-9335
(415) 420-5353
Note:High-end residential cleaning since 1985.
Danielle Oliveira
Contact:Danielle Oliveira
(650) 994-2429
(415) 377-9280
Eliett Aragon
Contact:Eliett Aragon
(415) 240-0011
Note:Experienced, trustworthy, responsible & professional.
Wayne Cleaning
Contact:(415) 346-8326
Clock Repair
Vince Cardinale
Contact:(415) 221-0804
Dorian Clair
Contact:(415) 648-8680
Handyman
Mark Rhodes
Contact:650-278-6385
Note:Old school, reliable, Mr. Fix-It-All.
Peter's Repair
Contact:(415) 492-1499
Note:Great for quick fix
Original Construction
Contact:Matthew Rapa
(415) 827-4884
Note:Young, energetic, full service.
Anthony's Handyman Service
Contact:(415) 626-0796
Hauler/Papershredding
Hauling, Inc.
Contact:Bill
(415) 441-1054
Big John
Contact:(415) 861-3552
Automatic Response System
Contact:(800) 380-8202
Home Maintenance
RMS Maintenance Service
Contact:Rollie Schultz
T: (510) 531-5011
F: (510) 531-9011
Note:High quality home maintenance and repair
Home Warranty
American Home Shield
Contact:Janelle Beery
(800) 735-4663
HMS
Contact:Barbara Erickson
(800) 733-1515 x 7522
House Manager
Office & Home Management Services
Contact:William Supple Reed
T: (415) 846-4433
F: (415) 831-6611
Note:Services include managing large family homes, home office management, bookkeeping, overseeing vendors & maintenance. Clients speak very highly of Bill's services. A real "find" for your home management.
Christopher Diner
Contact:Christopher Diner
(415) 566-7500 or (415) 699-4559
Note:Very capable driver, handyman, facilitator, organizer, & light hauling.
Pest
Lingruen & Associates Pest Control
Contact:(415) 822-2324
S. J. Gogol Construction
Contact:Joe Gogol
(415) 333-9733
Markoff Termite Pest Control
Contact:Paul Markoff
(650) 992-8900
Note:Also does contractor inspections
Arnest Termite Control
Contact:James Arnest
T: (415) 239-6977
F: (415) 664-7462
Note:Also does property inspections
Plumber
Cabrillo Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Contact:Mike Kent
(800) 908-3888
Note:Plumbing, water heaters, heating & air conditioning service and installation
Servadei Plumbing
Contact:(415) 567-5025
Roofing
Tom Lee Roofing Inc.
Contact:Tom Lee
(415) 333-5373
Note:Reliable & affordable
Anderson Roofing and Sheet Metal
Contact:(415) 584-9575
Acme Roofing
Contact:John Dissmeyer
(415) 587-5869
Kelly Roofing & Sheetmetal
Contact:Jim Kelly
(415) 822-6960
An Le
Contact:(415) 822-2212
Waterproofing
Resonant Rock Work
Contact:Devlin McDonald
(650) 219-9946
Anderberg Construction Consulting, Inc.
Contact:Tom Anderberg
(510) 482-2779
Note:Leak finder
Window Cleaning
Greenforce Window Pro
Contact:Daniel
(415) 864-4372
Note:Formerly Pacific Window Washing. Good but busy.
Mark Faina
Contact:(415) 952-2500
Arrian Wheeler
Contact:(415) 846-9400
Peter Monks
Contact:(415) 681-3674
Dave's Building Maintenance
Contact:(415) 262-0200
Asbestos Abatement
Synergy Environmental
Contact:David Price
(800) 439-9610
Note:Asbestos inspection/abatement
Precision Works
Contact:Pete
(650) 261-6320
Note:Asbestos removal
Bricklayer
Joe Vaccaro
Contact:(415) 621-7782
Contractor
GGD, Inc.
Contact:Glenn Goodman
T: (415) 297-8142
F: (415) 339-8988
Note:Service and Quality is #1. Good choice!
Bashland Builders
Contact:Jeff Rexford
T: (510) 652-5795
F: (510) 652-1643
Note:Exceptional quality, full service, high end residential remodelers, and cabinet shop. Design and develop, build and manage cost and construction. 30 years in Bay area.
Dijeau + Poage Construction, Inc.
Contact:James Mitchell
T: (650) 273-1023
F: (650) 273-1928
M: (415) 730-2598
Note:Customer service, property protection & neighborhood courtesy with high standards. James Mitchell, General Superintendant, comes very well referred. A Five Star Project Manager.
Moroso Construction
Contact:Rod Heisler
T: (415) 777-1121 x 112
F: (415) 777-1840
Note:High quality, personable, great local resource.
Peter Downey Construction Co., Inc.
Contact:Peter Downey
T: (510) 913-6107
Note:Reliable old world service at the best price. Five Star full service remodeling contractor, foundation to finish. Good in unusual projects and offers as standard the highest quality craftsmanship.
Mayta & Jensen
Contact:Warren Anderson
T: (415) 822-2200
F: (415) 822-4424
Irwin Fisher Inc.
Contact:Michael J. Fisher
T: (650) 367-7276
F: (650) 367-7677
Note:Reliable high-end full service general contractor. Well worth interviewing for the job. Great Service & Quality.
Matarozzi, Pelsinger Builders, Inc.
Contact:Dan Pelsinger
T: (415) 285-6930
F: (415) 285-7266
Note:Excellent
Original Construction
Contact:Matthew Rapa
(415) 827-4884
Note:Young, energetic, smaller jobs & full service.
cb construction
Contact:Cameron Bryce
T: (415) 505-0039
Note:Full service remodels and additions with excellent references. Call anytime for a consultation.
House to Home Construction
Contact:Martin Fink
T: (925) 935-3466
C: (925) 381-6654
F: (925) 280-0750
Note:Decorator Showcase Contractor. "Salt of the earth", great value.
Cardoza Construction Co.
Contact:Armando Cordoza
Luis Cordoza
T: (650) 755-5357
T: (650) 596-1672
F: (650) 584-1057
Note:Excellent service, reliable, very fair pricing. Medium to smaller jobs & repairs.
Ken Finley Construction, Healdsburg
Contact:Ken Finley
T: (707) 431-0446
F: (707) 431-0540
Note:The best in Healdsburg!
Construction/Design Coordination
The Coordinators
Contact:Julia O'Connell
T: (650) 851-0612
F: (650) 851-9569
Elevator
Star Elevator
Contact:Rick L. Nieva
T: (650) 631-3999
F: (650) 631-3927
Note:Maintenance, Modernization & Repairs
Acme Home Elevator
Contact:T: (800) 888-5267
F: (707) 748-0249
Note:Custom residential elevators, stair lifts & access lifts
Dwan Elevator
Contact:(415) 552-3074
Note:Maintenance & repair
Otis Elevator Company
Contact:Richard Robbins
T: (415) 546-0880
T: (800) 233-6847
Fireplace Contractor/Inspector
Fireplace Safety Services, Inc.
Contact:Joe Rizzo
T: (415) 252-0676
F: (415) 479-1082
London Chimney Sweep
Contact:(415) 931-3838
Garage Contractor
Automatic Garage Door Corp.
Contact:Jerry
(415) 648-6413
Add-A-Garage
Contact:Fred Pavlov
(415) 567-3240
Note:Reliable
Bay Area Garage Door
Contact:John K. Wilson
(415) 824-7277
Heating
Atlas Heating & Ventilating
Contact:(415) 552-7000
Peninsula Heating & Appliance Co.
Contact:Jim Byrne
(650) 588-7669
Bay Area Garage Door
Contact:Jeff Clark
(T) (650) 583-8222
(F) (650) 583-4761
Note:Heating, ventilation, air conditioning, & general sheet metal
Iron Works
Gomez Iron Works
Contact:T: (650) 992-7810
F: (650) 755-9078
Note:Ornamental iron works, gates, railings
Soils Engineer
Geotecnia
Contact:Luis Moura, C.E., G.E.
(925) 686-6556
Note:Consulting Geotechnical Engineers
Underground Storage Tank Contractor
L & W Construction Services, Inc.
Contact:Jean Lindsay & George Wilson
(415) 822-4555
F: (415) 822-5290
Note:Great personal service!
Golden Gate Tank Removal
Contact:Jim Tracy
(415) 512-1555
(415) 512-0964
Windows & Doors
All Sash
Contact:John York
(415) 927-0768
Ocean Sash & Door
Contact:(415) 863-1256
Andy Parker
Contact:(415) 221-2222
Alarm
ADT
Contact:(800) 238-2727
Bay Alarm
Contact:Email
(800) 610-1000
Audio Visual Consulting
Entertaining Spaces
Contact:Adam Zolot
T: (415) 309-0538
F: (415) 358-5522
Note:Home audio & video, blending style & technology
Audio Vision
Contact:Email
(415) 614-1118
Note:Home audio & theatre
HomeTech
Contact:Nigel Hartley
(707) 542-1510
Note:Complete home wiring, lighting control and one-touch home theatre and music. Very high-end.
The Audible Difference
Contact:Ken McQueen
(650) 328-1081 x305
Security
Front Door Security & Cameras
Contact:(415) 775-8513
Catering
Carolyn Davis Catering
Contact:Carolyn Davis
T: (415) 810-3496
Note:Delicious. In home, family catering as well.
Smaak Catering
Contact:Susannah Gaterud
T: (415) 753-1567
Note:Highly recommended. Trained in classical French cuisine and a Master of everything Swedish. Unbeatable Moroccan and Indonesian dishes.
Melissa Teaff Catering
Contact:Email
T: (707) 254-8160
F: (707) 254-0230
Taste Catering
Contact:Email
T: (415) 550-6464
F: (415) 550-1858
Gifts & Bridal
Sue Fisher King
Contact:3067 Sacramento St.,
San Francisco
(888) 811-7276
Note:Best gifts in the nation. International taste. There is nothing like Sue Fisher King.
Travel
Passionate for Paris
Contact:Lee de Broff
(650) 464-7222
Note:San Francisco-based luxury travel company.
Winery
Moffett Vineyards
Contact:Trent Moffett
(707) 965-3694
Note:Trent Moffett is a second generation vintner in the Napa Valley producing top quality wines that have been very highly reviewed by the top critic in the industry.
Chiropractor
Latch, So & Hwang Chiropractic
Contact:Dr. David Latch
(415) 775-4204
Note:On-site X-Ray facilities, computerized muscle testing, thermography & back care classes.
Schools (Private)
The Bay School of San Francisco
Contact:35 Keyes Avenue
The Presidio of SF
(415) 561-5800
Note:Grades 9 - 12
Burke (Katherine Delmar) School for Girls
Contact:7070 California Street
(415) 751-0177
Note:K - 8th Grade
Cathedral (Grace Episcopal) School for Boys
Contact:1101 California Street
(415) 771-6600
Note:K - 8th Grade
Children's Day School
Contact:333 Dolores Street
(415) 861-5432
Note:Pre-K - 8th Grade
Convent of the Sacred Heart
Contact:2222 Broadway Avenue
(415) 563-2900
Note:K - 12th Grade
Hamlin School
Contact:2129 Vallejo Street
(415) 922-0300
Note:K - 8th Grade
The Laurel School
Contact:350 9th Avenue
(415) 752-3567
Note:Pre-K - 8th Grade
Lick-Wilmerding High School
Contact:755 Ocean Avenue
(415) 333-4021
Note:Grades 9 - 12
Marin Country Day School
Contact:5221 Paradise Drive, Corte Madera
(415) 927-5900
Note:K - 8th Grade
San Francisco Day School
Contact:350 Masonic Avenue
(415) 931-2422
Note:K - 8th Grade
Saint Ignatius College Preparatory
Contact:2001 37th Avenue
(415) 731-7500
Note:Grades 9 - 12
Stuart Hall for Boys
Contact:2222 Broadway
(415) 563-2900
Note:K - 8th Grade
Stuart Hall High School
Contact:1715 Octavia Street
(415) 345-5811
Note:Grades 9 - 12
Town School for Boys
Contact:2750 Jackson Street
(415) 921-3747
Note:K - 8th Grade
University High School
Contact:3065 Jackson Street
(415) 447-3100
Note:Grades 9 - 12
Urban School of San Francisco
Contact:1563 Page Street
(415) 626-2919
Note:Grades 9 - 12
Waldorf School
Contact:2938 Washington Street
(415) 931-2750
Note:K - 12th Grade
Florist
Bloomers
Contact:Patrick
(415) 563-3266
Note:Industry veteran
Claire Marie
Contact:(415) 751-2997
Note:Very elegant floral arrangements customized for homes
Janet Bamberger
Contact:(415) 442-5010
Piñon Design
Contact:Jun Piñon
(415) 882-4688
Gardener
Garden Fantasia
Contact:Piotr Mazurek
(415) 517-4505
Note:Decks & Terraces are his forte. Out of this World!
Neo-American Gardens
Contact:Frank Eddy
(415) 572-7431
Note:Great source for maintenence
Landscape Design
Weatherill & Associates
Contact:Sean Weatherill
(415) 994-4302
Note:Lovely roof top gardens
Topher Delaney
Contact:Topher Delaney
(415) 621-9899
(415) 896-2998
Note:Delightful imagination, children's gardens a specialty
Jeff McLane
Contact:Jeff McLane
(415) 456-4054
Suzman & Cole Design Associates
Contact:Stephen Suzman
(415) 252-0111
Note:Urban design, landscape planning, roof gardens
William Peters Inc.
Contact:William Peters
(415) 453-9325
Living Green
Contact:Davis Dalbock
(415) 864-2251
Note:Beautiful showroom at 150 15th Street. Best orchids. Beautiful presentations. Davis does landscaping like no other.
Garden Fantasia
Contact:Piotr Mazurek
(415) 517-4505
Note:Decks & Terraces are his forte. Out of this World!
R S McDannell
Contact:Randy McDannell
(415) 722-6090
Note:Landscape, exterior, design & fruition.
Epic Spaces
Contact:Todd Davis
(415) 722-6090
Note:Dynamic interactive environments. Timeless designs.
Neo-American Gardens
Contact:Frank Eddy
(415) 572-7431
Note:Great source for maintenence
Plant Rental
Showplant Nurseries
Contact:(415) 863-7374
Tree Trimmer
Tree Shapers
Contact:Ted Kipping
(415) 239-2420
Note:Certified Arborist who works well with neighbors to help "open" up views and preserve privacy.
Jean Pierre
Contact:(415) 681-7495
Javier Rodriquez
Contact:(415) 668-9136
Cabinetry
Denning Cabinetry
Contact:Charles Denning
(415) 285-1311
Note:Premium architectural cabinetry and furniture
Carpet Sales
French Bros Flooring America
Contact:Marla Bloch
(T) (415) 621-6627
(F) (415) 431-6010
(M) (415) 260-7950
Note:Excellent personalized service. They supply carpet, rugs, custom rugs, hardwood & vinyl flooring.
Abbey Carpets
Contact:Chuck McMechen
(415) 752-6620
California Carpet
Contact:(415) 487-3636
Closets
Closet Innovations
Contact:Hamish Morrison
(800) 971-7900
Color Consultant
Daniel Daniloff
Contact:Daniel Daniloff
(415) 332-3278
Note:Architectural color consulting & surface design services
Decorator/Designer
Myra Hoefer Design
Contact:Myra Hoefer
(707) 433-2166
Note:Established look and solid designer with store in Healdsburg and apartments in Paris. Classic dramatic look. Unbelievable taste!
Tobeler Design
Contact:John Tobeler
(415) 252-9400
Note:Clean contemporary
Arthur McLaughlin
Contact:Arthur McLaughlin
(415) 673-6746
Note:Experienced, Reliable, Malin recommends
The Wiseman Group
Contact:Paul Vincent Wiseman
(415) 282-2880
Note:International, very high-end
Ken Fulk Design
Contact:Ken Fulk
(415) 285-1164
Note:Great smart look with value added accents. Very NOW with of a touch of flair like no other!
Barbara Scavullo Design
Contact:Barbara Scavullo
(415) 658-8774
Note:Very high-end, beautiful results, modern
Tucker & Marks
Contact:Suzanne Tucker
T: (415) 445-6789
F: (415) 445-6780
Note:The Finest Quality! Extensively published in design magazines including AD.
Kendall Wilkinson
Contact:Kendall Wilkinson
T: (415) 409-2299
Note:Young yet classic. "Important" young designer with a reliable look.
Martin Richards Interiors
Contact:Richard Bohonsky & Martin Scott
1200 Union St. (@ Hyde)
(415) 885-5922
Note:Martin & Richard of Martin Richards are the best Team in town. Talented, imaginative and fun! Instant gratification is their middle name!
Nancy Van Natta Associates, LLC
Contact:Nancy Van Natta
T: (415) 456-3078
F: (415) 532-1665
Note:Residential and contract design with an updated, distinctive edge that is always memorable.
Hershon Hartley Design
Contact:Jennifer Hershon
T: (415) 459-4004
Note:Good with kitchens.
Draperies
Georgina Rice & Co.
Contact:Georgina Rice
T: (415) 241-7100
F: (415) 241-7101
Note:Interior designer as well.
Samantha Block
Contact:(415) 282-5574
Fabrics
Britex Fabrics
Contact:Beverly Spector
T: 415-392-2910
Note:Without a doubt the best fabric store on the west coast!
Feng Shui Consultants
Terumi Leinow
Contact:(415) 488-4580
Floor Refinishers
Rode Brothers Floors
Contact:Larry Koslowski
T: (415) 431-0457
F: (415) 431-0459
Visalli Floors
Contact:Peter Visalli
(415) 586-0307
Peter's Hardwood Floors
Contact:(415) 665-3579
Tree Lovers Floors, Inc.
Contact:(415) 863-6833
Inlaid Floor Co.
Contact:Mark Walorny
T: (415) 626-7946
M: (415) 568-5199
Kitchen Designer
Poggen Pohl
Contact:(415) 865-0443
Note:Custom kitchen designs
Picture Framing
Walter Adams Gallery
Contact:(415) 759-2000
Tile & Marble Setter & Sales
J & A Stone & Tile, Inc.
Contact:Joseph Radovilsky
(415) 602-4967
Note:European craftsman. Wonderful!
Resonant Rockwork
Contact:Devlin McDonald
(650) 219-9946
Note:Custom stone work
Artistic Tile
Contact:Pacgnowski
(415) 839-5439
Peter Lord
Contact:(415) 340-0202
Robert D. Alba
Contact:(650) 589-2316
Renaissance Stone Care
Contact:Ken Barnes
(415) 775-3211
Note:Restorer
Window Coverings
Angela Free Interior Design
Contact:Angela Free
T: (415) 885-4193
F: (415) 885-4195
Note:Interior designer as well.
Georgina Rice & Co.
Contact:Georgina Rice
T: (415) 241-7100
F: (415) 241-7101
Note:Interior designer as well.
Quayle & Company Awnings
Contact:Marky Quayle
T: (415) 282-4500
Note:Interior designer as well.
Appraiser
Michael Botta
Contact:(650) 348-5798
Note:Both Andrew Wells & Michael Botta are established as the Best!
Andrew Wells
Contact:(415) 453-9990
Note:Both Andrew Wells & Michael Botta are established as the Best!
Auction
Bonhams & Butterfields
Contact:(415) 861-7500
Estate Liquidation
Transitions
Contact:Paula Spooner
(415) 675-0467
M: (415) 298-3878
Note:As well as moving and storage management
Financing
First Republic Bank
Contact:Carmen Castro
(415) 296-3713
Note:Very high-end service & finest resource. Private banking also
Bank of America
Contact:Stacey Fleece
T: (415) 380-2556 x324
M: (415) 596-6069
F: (866) 905-3244
Note:Very helpful, 1st rate service
Princeton Capital
Contact:Eric Wood
T: (415) 229-1228
M: (415) 889-0708
F: (415) 335-1172
Note:Knowledgeable, resourceful & takes initiative.
First Security Loan Corp.
Contact:Judy Stern
(415) 381-5550
Home Sale Preparation
Transitions
Contact:Paula Spooner
(415) 675-0467
M: (415) 298-3878
Note:Invaluable personal advice during emotional times. Simply the Best!
Property Management
Hanford Freund & Company
Contact:J. Timothy Falvey, Pres.
(415) 981-5780
Chandler Properties
Contact:Caroline Chandler
(415) 921-5733
Rentals
Rachael Greiner
Contact:(415) 986-3191
Note:Small firm, highly recommended
Avalon Relocation
Contact:Carolyn Campbell
T: (415) 776-4444
F: (415) 776-9999
Note:Personable, focused, and well-connected. Serves the finest neighborhoods.
Judy Easton
Contact:TRI/Coldwell Banker
(415) 229-1224
Trinity Properties
Contact:(415) 433-3333
Note:Furnished, short-term rentals
Staging
Arthur McLaughlin & Associates
Contact:Arthur McLaughlin
(415) 673-6746
Note:Interior Specialist, most reliable & efficient, designer too
Baker & Van Dyck
Contact:Gayle Van Dyck
(415) 686-1572

Virginia Baker
(415) 686-1562
Note:Interior & Exterior Staging
Center Stage
Contact:Linda Bettencourt
T: (415) 440-2910
F: (415) 440-6153
Green Couch Staging & Design
Contact:Jeff Schlarb
(415) 885-1944
Note:Somewhat Contemporary
Home Stagers
Contact:Email
(415) 285-9911
Ken Fulk Design
Contact:Ken Fulk
(415) 285-1164
Note:The best updated look.
Tracy Banks & Associates
Contact:Email
(415) 921-5452
Transitions
Contact:Paula Spooner
(415) 675-0467
M: (415) 298-3878
Note:Transitions/organizer before staging
Title Company
Chicago Title Company
Contact:Kevin Thompson
T: (415) 291-5191
F: (415) 296-8540
Note:Really the only game in town. Very reliable, expert service!
Old Republic Title Company
Contact:Cidney Bryan
T: (415) 421-9770
F: (415) 788-4237
Note:The only other game in town. Always professional!
Cable/Satellite
Comcast
Contact:Customer Service
(800) 436-1999
Note:Digital cable
DirecTV
Contact:Customer Service
(800) 280-4388
Note:Satellite provider
Tivo
Contact:Customer Service
(877) 289-8486
Note:Digitally record your favorite shows. Great!
Energy Inspector
Save Energy
Contact:(415) 824-6010
Garbage Collection
Golden Gate Disposal
Contact:Customer Service
(415) 626-4000
Sunset Scavenger
Contact:Customer Service
(415) 330-1300
Telephone/Internet
AT&T
Contact:Customer Service
(800) 288-2020
Earthlink
Contact:(800) 327-8454
Note:High speed Internet access
Greg Mallozzi
Contact:T: (415) 885-1440
F: (415) 885-1663
Note:Full service telecom, PBX installation & maintenance
Robust Network Solutions
Contact:T: (800) 397-9115
F: (650) 341-6478
Note:Network design & maintenance for your office
Water (Home Delivery)
Arrowhead
Contact:Customer Service
(800) 243-0305
Note:Home & office delivery
Water Service
SF Water Department
Contact:Customer Service
(415) 551-3000
Hazardous Materials Testing/Removal
Forensic Analytic
Contact:(510) 887-8828
Note:Asbestos & lead
Synergy Environmental
Contact:(510) 429-9600
Note:Asbestos & lead
Environmental Services, Inc.
Contact:(415) 822-4555
Note:Underground storage tanks, soil lead
ProTech Consulting & Engineering
Contact:Ron Mason
T: (650) 569-4020
F: (650) 569-4023
Note:Mold, lead, asbestos & radon inspections and testing
Leak Finder
Anderberg Construction Consulting, Inc.
Contact:Tom Anderberg
(510) 482-2779
Note:Gets the job done!
Rick Riley Construction
Contact:(415) 665-1525
Limousine Service
Presidio Transportation
Contact:Johnny Lee
(415) 246-0685
(800) 821-1022
Note:Dependable, personable, good value
Smooth Limousine
Contact:Elias Degu
(415) 305-5470
Note:Great service
Locksmith
Warman Security
Contact:(415) 775-8513
Masonry
Resonant Rockwork
Contact:Devlin McDonald
(650) 219-9946
Note:Custom stone installations
Mold & Environmental Inspection
ProTech Consulting & Engineering
Contact:Ron Mason
T: (650) 569-4020
F: (650) 569-4023
Note:Mold, lead, asbestos & radon inspections and testing
Blount Inspection Services
Contact:Benjamin Blount
(415) 939-9901
Note:Good Choice
Bay Cities Mold Inspection Services
Contact:Bob Minton
Note:(415) 308-0702
Mover
AKT Trucking
Contact:Jeff
(415) 921-5333
Note:Best treatment of antiques!
Johnson & Daly Moving & Storage
Contact:Tim Johnson
T: (415) 491-4444
F: (415) 457-4983
C: (415) 717-3636
Note:Superb service with long-standing good reputation.
Byron Moving & Storage
Contact:Bob Ades, Owner
T: (415) 457-6683
Note:Personable & seasoned staff. Hands-on owner. Excellent service.
Don's Moving & Storage
Contact:(415) 621-1800
Elwell Trucking
Contact:Bob Mackey
(415) 822-5500
Note:Family owned business, antique & fine furniture
McCarthy Moving
Contact:(415) 564-7542
Emerald Moving
Contact:(415) 647-9300
Move Coordination
Transitions
Contact:Paula Spooner
(415) 675-0467
M: (415) 298-3878
Note:Move coordination, organization, Malin's personal choice
Winddance
Contact:Breeze Carlile
(415) 776-5924
Note:Very high-end, Paul Wiseman's choice
Newspaper Deliver
San Francisco Chronicle
Contact:(415) 777-1111
Painting
Vlaho's Painting Company
Contact:Vlaho
T: (415) 750-5300
M: (415) 828-0191
Note:Excellent, full-service interior & exterior
Hector Arredondo
Contact:(415) 424-9180
(510) 236-9750
Note:Dependable bargain, mention Malin for good price
Faux Real
Contact:Email
T: (415) 621-7161
F: (415) 621-1470
Note:Creative finishes including the mural arts. Also provides exceptional general services and color consulting.
Philip Suh
Contact:(415) 334-1111
Magic Brush
Contact:Robert Dufort
(415) 641-8622
Note:High-end painting services, both interior and exterior
San Francisco Local Color, Inc.
Contact:Bruce Nelson
T: (415) 389-8018
F: (415) 389-0813
Note:Award-winning interior & exterior painting & restoration
Pearl Painting
Contact:Brendan (Quincy) Meere
(415) 756-3023
Note:Victorian Residential, Commercial & Restoration painting
The Experts Painting, Inc.
Contact:Ian Keay
(415) 550-8088
Note:Very high-end, interior and exterior
Modamas, Inc.
Contact:(415) 472-4683
Note:Exterior/Interior painting, waterproofing & color consultation
The Color Spectrum
Contact:Terry Cullen
(415) 457-7372 x296
Note:Very personable and skilled, European painter, fabulous color sense, artistic touch.
Painting (Decorative)
Molto Bene Designer Wall Finishes
Contact:Kevin Connetta
(408) 448-1683
Note:High-end plaster and textured wall finishes.
Probert Art
Contact:Jackie Somogyi
T: (415) 566-8707
F: (415) 566-8713
Note:Murals, original art & painting reproductions
Elisa Stancil Studios
Contact:Elisa Stancil
T: (415) 243-9746
F: (415) 243-9785
Note:Faux, handpainting, glazing & gilding
Faux Real
Contact:Email
T: (415) 621-7161
F: (415) 621-1470
Note:Creative finishes including the mural arts. Also provides exceptional general services and color consulting.
Fitzgerald Studio
Contact:Johann Fitzgerald
(415) 308-8242
Note:Specialized interior finishes.
Lushart Decorative Painting & Murals
Contact:Email
(650) 359-9843
Note:Commercial and residential, exterior and interior.
Randy Adams
Contact:Randy Adams
(408) 314-2880
Note:Color and finish expert - faux, glazes, distressing & antiquing. Painting life into rooms! "Randy's attention to detail and his ability to create fine art in a small room or in our 9,000 sq.ft. home is extraordinary! I would recommend him unconditionally." -Deepa Thomas (client of 10 years)
Pen & Ink Drawings
Clay Seibert
Contact:Email
(415) 822-5115
Note:Wonderful to work with!
Ken Hughes
Contact:(415) 437-6985
Permit Expediter
Andy Forrest
Contact:(415) 546-1077
Personal Assistant
Paul Hufstedler
Contact:Paul Hufstedler
(415) 225-8940
Note:Your Perfect Man Friday. Willing & Able in the Office.
Christopher Diner
Contact:Christopher Diner
(415) 566-7500 or (415) 699-4559
Note:Very capable driver, handyman, facilitator, organizer, & light hauling.
Photography
Tania Soderman Photography
Contact:Tania Soderman
(415) 307-4410
Note:Very talented portrait photographer. Also does kids editorial, unforgettable, l'instant magique, documentary & commercial.
Tax Accounting
Independent Tax Representatives, LLC
Contact:Mark Ong
(415) 495-3333
Note:Specializes in construction and real estate taxes.
Web Site Design
Blue Coast Web, Inc.
Contact:Ann Douglas Jessen
(415) 462-8080
Note:Web and Interaction Design
Inspection
Bill Kaul General Contractor Inspections
Contact:Bill Kaul
(650) 992-3042
Note:Malin's first choice
GCIS Inspections
Contact:Alec Lambie
(415) 822-9090
Hypersafe Property Inspections
Contact:Rick Mollenkopf
(415) 457-4223
Note:Residential & Commercial inspections. Fast, personal service. Very thorough and informative.
Reed Lagerdrost
Contact:(415) 467-1490
Rick Riley
Contact:(415) 665-1525
Note:Specializes in finding water leaks
Hardwood Flooring
French Bros Flooring America
Contact:Marla Bloch
(T) (415) 621-6627
(F) (415) 431-6010
(M) (415) 260-7950
Note:Excellent personalized service. They supply carpet, rugs, custom rugs, hardwood & vinyl flooring.
LaborFair
Laborfair
Note:Good help is easy to find! Simply search, find, and contact affordable help for all of your household, personal and family care.
Furniture/Gift Shop
Flipp
Contact:Dan Kowalski
1400 Green St. (@ Polk)
(415) 440-3547
Note:Great finds for the chicest City apartment.
Martin Richards
Contact:Richard Bohonsky
1200 Union St. (@ Hyde)
(415) 885-5922
Note:Sophisticated home furnishings by appointment.
Sue Fisher King
Contact:Sue Fisher King
3067 Sacramento St. (@ Baker)
(888) 811-7276
Note:Best gifts in the nation. International taste. There is nothing like Sue Fisher King.
Jak Home
Contact:Jeff Holt & Kathleen Navarra
2423 Polk St. (btw Union & Filbert)
(415) 348-8088
Note:Charming boutique with contemporary accessories, furniture and prints. A Russian Hill gem!
Fashion/Image Consulting
Gitte Hansen
Contact:(415) 383-3527
Note:Personalized service and lovely hand-holding support to find the right look!
Fitness
Rock Solid Fitness
Contact:Teresa Marchese
(415) 412-3051
Note:Rock Solid Trainer by the Bay! This gal does training down by the water and yacht club before you even wake up. Every hour on the hour from 5:45 am...It is called Onwards and Upwards!!
Hair
Patrick Evan Salon & Spa
Contact:Tania Goulart
(415) 421-1111
Note:Fabulous hair cuts & color.
Elevation Salon & Cafe
Contact:Jess
(415) 392-2969
Note:Jess makes your hair look its very best for any occasion.
Manicure & Pedicure
Yelena Spa
Contact:Ria
(415) 397-2484
Note:There is nobody like Ria's manicure or pedicure. If you can get an appointment, your feet will thank you. She is truly a miracle worker!
Skincare & Make-up
Melissa Cope Skincare & Make-up Studio
Contact:Melissa Cope
3516 Sacramento Street, Ste 6 -7
(415) 771-7546
(415) 370-6986
Note:Convenient location in Presidio Heights for your beauty needs. Personable, small salon with at home service as well. Melissa's bubbly personality adds vigor to her oxygen facials.
Green Home Design
Green Home Center
Contact:Dietmar Brand
1812 Polk Street
(415) 567-3705
Note:Green home design that's beautiful and sophisticated. Showroom and design services.
Structural & Drainage Consulting
Anderberg Construction Consulting, Inc.
Contact:Tom Anderberg
T: (510) 482-2779
F: (510) 482-0232
Note:Simply the Best and very "worth it", Practical and straight forward, Gets the job done
Champagne
Sjoeblom Winery
Contact:Mike Sjoeblom
T: (707) 968-9395
F: (707) 968-9389
Note:Great!
Catering
Smaak Catering
Contact:Susannah Gaterud
T: (415) 753-1567
Note:Highly recommended. Trained in classical French cuisine and a Master of everything Swedish. Unbeatable Moroccan and Indonesian dishes.
Taste Catering
Contact:Email
T: (415) 550-6464
F: (415) 550-1858
Art Handling & Installation
Gizmo Art Production
Contact:Drew Bennett
T: (415) 222-6181
Note:Expert art installation services including transport. Very reliable and personable.
Historical Restoration
Lera Glass Inc.
Contact:John Rook
T: (650) 589-8919
Note:Exquisite architectural details, unique interior design features, and elegant custom finishes.
Organizational Services
Transitions
Contact:Paula Spooner
(415) 675-0467
M: (415) 298-3878
Note:Invaluable resource for home organizing.
Events/Party
Yacht Connections International
Contact:Marti McMahon
T: (415) 409-1888
M: (415) 225-8888
Note:On board California Spirit and Yacht Lady, San Francisco is a truly new and MUST DO experience. Best party in town on the Bay!
Appliances
Standards of Excellence
Contact:Dan Odetto
T: (415) 462-7610
F: (415) 453-8234
Note:Great source for top-of-the-line kitchen & laundry appliances
Cherin's Kitchen Appliances
Contact:(415) 864-2111
Garden Lighting
Lindsley Architectural Lighting
Contact:Alan Lindsley
(925) 254-1860
Note:Exterior & garden lighting. Fantastic artist.
Contractor/Concrete
Whiteside Concrete Construction
Contact:David Whiteside
T: (510) 234-6681
F: (510) 234-2938
Note:Quality concrete work.
School Placement Specialists
Little & Molligan
Contact:Betsy Little & Paula Molligan
(415) 492-2877
Note:Personalized admission counseling to match students and families to preschool, elementary or secondary schools in the Bay Area.