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Bryan Knowles - 434-363-7562

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Need someone to repair, replace, or install new stonework or walkways? I recommend calling Bryan Knowles of Freshwater Hardscapes for an estimate. Bryan and his crew just replaced all the mortar joints on our bluestone front sidewalk to our complete satisfaction. The walk now looks better than when first installed. Bryan and his crew are excellent workers and do high-quality work. Call Bryan Knowles at 434-363-7562 or email Freshwaterhardscapes@outlook.com. Craig Cooper. October 2020

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Douglas Hill - 540-910-0833

I would like to recommend Doug Hill of Commonwealth Carpet Cleaning (540-910-0833) or commonwealthcarpet@gmail.com. Doug is a delightful guy no worries about him being in the house. A good communicator, honest about any problems he found, and showed what he had used to try and shift a difficult stain. High standard of work, reasonably priced. I can recommend him without hesitation. Submitted by James Oglethorpe. October 2024

I recommend Commonwealth Carpet Cleaning in Waynesboro and its owner, Douglas Hill, for any carpet cleaning needs. He's efficient, pleasant, reasonable in price, and keeps in contact. 540-910-0833; commonwealthcarpet@gmail.com. Submitted by John Tani. January 2021

Douglas Hill at Commonwealth Carpet of Waynesboro (540-910-0833) did a conscientious, timely, and thorough job of cleaning our carpets and sofas last week. They look infinitely better. He even sent a photo halfway through one of the bedrooms to illustrate the “before” and “after.” Additionally, he ensured that woodwork corners were protected. Submitted by Susan Pleasants. October 2020

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Dave Brown - 434-996-3039

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I would like to recommend Dave Brown, local artisan for his unique yard art. After seeing the beautiful big acorn in his yard I had to have a giant one! Dave Brown crafts sculptures of wildlife as well as unique benches and other objet de’art that will withstand the elements and add interest to your landscape. Dave Brown 434-996-3039. Submitted by Ellen English.

Art, artist, yard art

Danny’s Quality Upholstery - 434-293-3506

Danny’s Quality Upholstery (434-293-3506) on Ivy Road did an excellent job for us on dining room chairs. They have no problem using your own fabric unlike some that want to make extra bucks using marked-up samples you can buy online for much less. They know their business, are very friendly, professional, and accommodating. It is a very unassuming place (an old former commercial garage) so don’t be put off by the appearance. Cora Pennell. September 2020

Norton Upholstery - 540-294-3502

Travis Norton of Norton Upholstery in Staunton does a great job. He is reasonable in his prices, as upholsterers go (!) and is busy so you will have a wait. His phone number is 540-294-3502. His shop is on the far end of West Beverley St. He is very personable to work with. He just finished our dining room chairs. Beverly Faulkenberry. September 2020

Last summer I used Norton Upholstery in Staunton. Worked with Travis, he was great! Call him at 540-294-3502. Eileen Maslowsky. September 2020

Cathy Mares Custom Sewing - 434-984-0933

I highly recommend Cathy Mares Custom Sewing in Charlottesville for upholstery. She recovered our 8 dining table chairs and two other chairs.  The results are wonderful!  She completed them quickly, has a wonderful selection of fabrics to choose from, and is very professional. She also does draperies. Her phone is 434-984-0933; cmcsew.com. Maryalice Gaskell. September 2020

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Rick Schall - 434-260- 9619

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Rick Schall restored the top of our distressed and much-traveled pine dining room table. He returned it looking as good as new. He’s a craftsman and his skills and attention to detail shine through. Friendly and a pleasure to deal with. Highly recommended. We visited Rick's stall at the farmers market. Call Rick Schall at 434-260- 9619; dearcreek2190@gmail.com. James and Judy Oglethorpe. September 2020

White Glove Cleaning - 434-987-6449

White Glove Cleaning Co, LLC, has been phenomenal! Crystal Allen and her team are an incredible and reliable crew who are willing to do what it takes to make it work for your needs. We have been using Crystal's company for almost 2 months now and love them! We trust them to be in our home when we are not, and Crystal has gone above and beyond for our home many times. She has integrity and is kind and genuine. Highly recommended! 434-987-6449. Submitted by Sarah Kranz-Ciment. August 2020

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Roof Top Services - 434-975-2051

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We recently had a new roof installed on our house, and as a result, would like to highly recommend Roof Top Services in Charlottesville. Everything about the process was seamless with this company which began with a meeting with the project manager who explained the entire process and gave us a printed timeline of the roof replacement process. On replacement day each crew member (there were over 15 of them) had his own personal task to complete. The site manager was present all day and made sure that all safety procedures were followed. From start to finish, we were so pleased with the professionalism of this company. At the time of our contract, they were offering a COVID discount as well as a military discount. Contact Roof Top Services at 434-975-2051; rooftopservicesva.com. I guarantee that you'll be impressed with the team work of this company. Submitted by Helen Lindsay. August 2020

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K & R Construction – 434-996-2363

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I would like to recommend KR Construction (krconstruction02@yahoo.com) for custom carpentry. We used this Faber, Va.-based business in the fall of 2019. They created kitchen cabinets from scratch to fit under our granite countertop. In addition, they created matching doors and drawer fronts for the rest of our cabinets. The quality of the work was superb. My only word of caution is that it took months for them to start our work; they were extremely busy. Maureen Moore. July 2020

I would like to recommend Russ Anderson for woodwork of all types. His specialty is custom cabinetry, but if any project involves woodworking, give him a call. We had an outdoor tabletop that was falling apart; he created a lovely new one of marine grade wood. We needed some kitchen cabinets built to exactly match existing cabinets; he did a fabulous job. He knows everything about kitchen cabinetry and made recommendations for improvements that we didn't even know existed. Our next project with him will be building a nicer fireplace surround and mantle. He is enjoyable to work with and his prices are reasonable. Everything he does is custom -- if you have an idea of what you want, he can probably make it happen and do it beautifully. K+R Construction, www.krconstruction02.com, email krconstruction02@yahoo.com. Becca Elliott June 2020

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Jonathan Paige - 434-907-2377

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We highly recommend Jonathan Paige for concrete work. He recently installed a three-step 20-foot concrete walkway with a side connection for us. He responded quickly to our request, provided an estimate the same day, made helpful suggestions during the project, and completed the work in two days. He has been working with concrete for 16 years, does a variety of concrete projects. He can be reached at 434-907-2377.  Submitted by Cheryl and Mike Capps, July 2020

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Cenvar Roofing - 434-841-8898 & 434-484-0048

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Cenvar Roofing of Charlottesville came out and replaced two older vent flashings that appeared to have a small leak. Service was quick and the price was reasonable. They replaced older shingles around the vent with a close match. Contact was Caleb Heuneman at 434-484-0048. Submitted by Thomas Willis. April 2021.

Cenvar Roofing out of Lynchburg (434-841-8898) did a great job for us. We had called three other roofers to give us estimates and none showed up. We called and they were here the next day. The estimate was good and they used great materials. They got us on the schedule and showed up when they said they would. Worked from 8-8 and we now have a beautiful new roof. Highly highly recommend them. James Kitchen. July 2020