This list is compiled of tradespeople I know and trust, as well as those highly recommended to me by others. Please feel free to send me your feedback about anyone on the list, so I can keep it up to date. Appliances, New Home … [Read more...] about All-Around Resource List
My favorite tradespeople
Excellent tradespeople are not easy to find, and that's why I have collected my favorites to share with you. If you need a reputable local architect, roofer, carpet cleaner or rodent proofer, you will find them here.
Appliance Repair
My best appliance repair resource is Galvin Appliance in Albany, (510) 527-2244. They are great at fixing all kinds of stuff, even if you didn't buy it there. I recently referred them to a client whose great old vintage stove needed help, and she … [Read more...] about Appliance Repair
East Bay Insurance Agents for Home Owners
Michael Pallas, (925) 297-4202 Allstate, (510) 429-5788, Tony Huey Al Caruso - Farmer's, (510) 527-4640 Liberty Mutual - Dave Fabucci, (925) 838-6310 X58339 AAA, (510) 594-6776, Edgar de Leon Armstrong & Armstrong, … [Read more...] about East Bay Insurance Agents for Home Owners
Estate Liquidation Resources for the East Bay
"Estate Liquidation" is a term few people have heard, unless they have faced the prospect of clearing out a house full of possessions -- their own, or a loved one's. In a nutshell, Estate Liquidation is the process of finding a new home for every … [Read more...] about Estate Liquidation Resources for the East Bay
General Contractors in the East Bay
A general contractor is responsible for handling all aspects of your home project, from soup to nuts. He deals with bids, permits, subcontractors, plans, materials, labor, communication, paperwork -- he is your one-stop shop. He will coordinate all … [Read more...] about General Contractors in the East Bay
Handyman
Nope, you can't have him. I'm not joking. A great handyman is extremely hard to find. (I have only known one handywoman over the past 25 years, Jan the Handywoman, and I miss her terribly). If you are one of my clients (we have worked together in the … [Read more...] about Handyman
Haulers
My list of favorite haulers is short and sweet -- Newton's Apple Hauling. Newton is just the best. I don't think he charges enough. He will haul whatever you want, wherever you want it -- donation, recycling, yard debris, toxic waste drop-off, or … [Read more...] about Haulers
Roofers
As with handymen, great roofers are few and far between. Oh, there are plenty of roofers out there, but not plenty of roofers that can be counted on to do the job well. Roofing is one area where you do not want to hire the "cheap" guy. Over the years … [Read more...] about Roofers
Hello, I’m Holly Rose. I help people buy and sell homes in the East Bay. I specialize in fine old homes with interesting or historically significant architecture.