As a Marin County realtor and experienced home-remodeler, here are some of my favorite home-related resources.
Hardwood Floor Refinisher – Marin Hardwood Floors (Pablo Castro is owner)
I used this company for my own wood floors and they did a fantastic job for a fair price. I always suggest getting 3 bids.
415-286-3591 (Pablo the owner)
Furniture Refinisher – Nicole Smith
Nicole refinished my kitchen table and a few other pieces. She is easy to work with and the quality of her work is top notch. Based in San Rafael.
niksmithfinishing@gmail.com
415-850-8869
Rug Cleaners – Simonian Oriental Rug Cleaners
Although they are based in San Mateo, they will pick up and deliver your rugs. Look for the 20 percent off offer on their website. I had 2 rugs cleaned and they look brand new! Fairly priced too.
650-343-0929
www.rugcleanersanmateo.com
Deck Construction and other types of construction – Tomas Castenada
Tomas does excellent work and is a pleasure to work with. He and his crew deliver a high quality job on time. He rebuilt two large decks for me and completely rebuilt a deck for a friend of mine in Belvedere. He is fairly-priced.
tcconstinc@yahoo.com
415-945-9306
www.tcconstructionincca.com
Lighting Specialists – North Bay Lighting and Electrical Supply
I’ve always found the right bulb by shopping at North Bay Lighting in San Rafael. The guys who work there really know their stuff.
Electronics Recycling – Renew Computer
Do you have outdated or unwanted computers, laptops, monitors, televisions, or other EWaste? Take them to Renew Computer. Whenever possible, Renew reuses electronic components to create refurbished products. No items will end up in landfills. Most items can be dropped off for free, but there is a small charge for certain larger items. Renew also operates a discount parts warehouse, retail store and service department.
446 Dubois Street, San Rafael
415-457-8801
www.renewcomputers.com
Jewelry Repair – Joan Stone
Joan can do it all! Refurbish your jewelry, repair broken chains, change earrings to brooches, find the right length chain, restring pearls or beads and she is reasonably-priced! Call her for an appointment at 415-717-0130 or email her.
Just_Joan@comcast.net
Nursery and Knowledgeable Plant Person – Lisa Balestreri, Greenpoint Nursery in Novato
Greenpoint Nursery is locally owned and run by the Balestreri family. I love Lisa who helps me select the right plants for my garden. I place many special orders from Lisa and find the quality and prices of her plants are actually better than the big box stores and cheaper than Sloat or Armstrong. I pick up my orders or if it’s a large order, my gardener will pick it up.
415-892-2442
www.greenpointnurserymarin.com
Annie’s Annuals and Perennials in Richmond
Just off the Richmond Parkway. The huge selection of plants tend to be smaller (4” containers) but also excellent quality. I like to buy young plants in the early spring so they get established. Annie’s staff is very helpful and the place is laid out beautifully.
740 Market Ave, Richmond, CA
510-215-3301
www.anniesannuals.com
Window and Glass Specialists – Novato Glass
Are you in need of a place to make you a glass table topper, a special-size piece of glass or change out a rotted window frame? Do your screens need to be repaired? I head to Novato Glass for all my window, glass repair and screen work. They are knowledgeable, reliable and fairly priced. Quick turnaround too!
1020 Reichert Avenue, Novato
415-897-5117
Northbay Window Tinting
I am a huge believer in tinting your windows to cut the ultraviolet rays that fade your furniture, artwork and floors. Tinting also helps keep your house cool. I have tinted virtually every window in my home (and the skylights) and I am extremely pleased with the results. I have a southwestern exposure and the tinting (you can hardly see it on the windows) cuts the glare and saves energy. Check out Northbay Window Tinting. Michael Seidita is the owner.
415-492-1985
www.northbaytint.com