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Dodson Glass & Mirror - 434-973-7534

I'd like to put in a recommendation for Dodson Glass & Mirror, based out of Charlottesville. We were looking to replace a window and a patio door. In the case of many other companies either left messages were never answered or were strung along, and then ignored. Dodson Glass came out almost immediately, clearly understood the extra precautions needed to work on a mountain home (and they have a history working on homes in Wintergreen). They did a fantastic job. Very responsive, did a great job exactly when they said they would, and went the extra mile. When we have to replace another window, we'll be giving Dodson another call. 434-973-7534 or dodsonglass.com. Submitted by Greg McElhatton. October 2023

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Billy VandeVisser - 540-292-4224

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Billy VandeVisser (540-292-4224) is a knowledgeable and skilled carpenter who built two sheds and two decks for us. One of the decks was very complicated with varying levels, odd angles, and several staircases. It was serious carpentry. We are engineers and designed the deck. Often, contractors do not like working with engineers because they can be particular. However, Billy worked patiently with us when questions and challenges came up, offering suggestions to resolve issues that we had not considered. Billy is a pleasure with whom to work because he listens and he is reliable and trustworthy. (This is an update to our 2019 and 2021 recommendations.) Submitted by Susan and William Porter. November 2023

patio, deck, woodworking, decking,

Firewood for Wintergreen homeowners

The Wintergreen Property Owners Association’s website listed these vendors for firewood:

Drew Bell
434-363-2074

Creation Appreciation
540-456-6196

Tosey Sparrow
434-945-0142

Taylor Tree Service
434-531-4734 (Text Preferred)

Jakes Firewood
540-292-2579

Addison Johnston
434-485-4068 or 434-277-5790

Visitors on Wintergreen Mountain looking for just a bundle of firewood to enjoy for the evening will find what they need in the store at The Market (Exxon Station).

Valentine Residential Services - 540-849-9562

It was a small but impossible job–painting the stained eves around our two-story Williamsburg-style home in Stoney Creek. Silas Valentine Residential Services (540-849-9562) got it done in a few hours, arrived on time, and it looked great. Several WBB subscribers had offered up what looked like too-good-to-be-true reviews, but the reality appear to be this guy is the handyman I've been seeking. Painting, basic electrical work, plumbing, carpentry. He told me, "If we can't do it, we'll find you someone who can." Submitted by Charles Batchelor. November 2023.

Taylor Smith (540-885-2251) at Braden and Van Fossen Iron Works in Staunton manufactured a custom iron plate to be used as a heat reflector for the fireplace. The plate was recommended by Doug Parrish (540-885-3244) of Augusta Chimney Sweep. The plate was installed by handyman Silas Valentine, (540-849-9562). All three contractors did very fine work in a small amount of time at a reasonable price with a pleasant attitude. Submitted by Mike Chambers. October 2022.

I am pleased to recommend Silas Valentine for complicated window-washing situations. He did a great job, was neat, clean, courteous, and arrived on time. We have struggled mightily to get our windows professionally cleaned. He was able to do the job when others told us they would be unable to get to all the areas due to the difficult access. I could not be happier with the result. You will not be disappointed! His number is 540-849-9562; email him at valentineresidential@gmail.com. Submitted by Christy Hubbard. April 2021

Valentine Residential Services comes highly recommended for window washing and all other home services. The job was expertly done with great attention to detail. They were courteous, helpful, prompt, and a great value. I would gladly recommend them to anyone needing general home improvements in the Wintergreen area. Call them at 540-849-9562, email valentineresidential@gmail.com. Submitted by Kari DeSantis. January 2021

Appliances Replaced Repaired

Carpentry

Caulking & Sealing

Ceiling Fans

Clogged or Slow Drains Cleared

Closet Organizers

Counter Tops Installed

Curtain Rods Hung

Doors Repaired & Installed

Drywall repair

Faucet Installation

Furniture Assembly

Garbage Disposal Installation​

Garage Door Openers

Kitchen Cabinets Installed

Light Fixtures Replaced

Minor Electrical Work

Minor Plumbing Repairs

Painting

Pictures Hung

Shelving

Toilet Installation & Repair

Trim & Moldings Installed

​TV Mounting

​Window Washing

Deck Repair/Staining

Doorbell Installation

Doors Installed

Gutters Cleaned

Gutter Guards installed​

House Numbers and Flags

Landscaping

Leaf Removal

Locks & Deadbolts

Mailboxes and Post

Painting

Pressure Washing

Porch and Flood Lights

Shutters Repaired & Installed

Siding repaired

Tree Trimming

Weather Stripping

Window Washing

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Ferro Felling - 434-941-1437

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I highly recommend Ferro Felling (434-941-1437) for major tree removal and trimming. His crew did an outstanding job on my property. Not only were they prompt and efficient, but they also cleaned up the job site and asked me to inspect it before they left. I have not dealt with a more courteous and polite crew. The price was reasonable given all the work that had to be done. Submitted by Bruce Baldwin. August 2021

I would like to recommend Ferro Felling for tree service. I have used them on two occasions, most recently to take down a large dead oak that was located between two houses as well as a few other dead trees. They are extremely professional, friendly, and responsive. It is a family business and they all take great pride in their work. Call 434-941-1437, ferrofellingtreeservice.com. Submitted by Stuart Meyerson. July 2021.

Fero Feeling (434-941-1437) provided a quality cord of firewood that made for some good fires. He put us on to Arboristry. Joao and Vivian Ascensao. October 2023

arborist, forest, landscaping

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Creation Appreciation Landscaping 540-456-6196

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This summer we looked at several recent installations of stonework patios around Wintergreen before turning to Creation Appreciation (540-456-6196) to put in a bluestone patio in our front yard. It was the right decision. The attention to detail was excellent, but more impressive was how when the plan went a bit sideways the management and crew handled the problems with ease. Submitted by Charles Batchelor. October 2023

We can highly recommend Creation Appreciation (540-456-6196) who worked with us on a hardscape design that included an apron at the front of our stone driveway, a stone walkway along the front of our house, and the repair and improvement of paver steps and walkway on the side and in the back of our house. The project took over 3 weeks. The crew who performed the work was extremely skilled and meticulous in the placement of every single stone and paver. At the end of each day, they stored their tools and equipment and made sure all trash and debris were removed. Chris Kell worked closely with his team and checked in with us almost daily. We are so pleased; the end result was exactly what we wanted! Submitted by Patti & Grant Heggie. August 2022

It was almost magical how the crew from Creation Appreciation (540-456-6196) convinced the tree that the heavy snow brought slowly down on our house to fly up and away with zero additional damage to the rhododendron under it, not to mention our house. It's wasn't magic, but instead skillful roping and tactical cutting on our steep roof to remove the weight of the tree's limbs so that leverage shifted, allowing the roped tree to lift itself up and swing harmlessly away from the house into the yard. It was hilarious. The crew then ran the entire tree and all of our downed limbs into their huge shredder and cleaned up the area with leafblowers. The bill for this expertise was very reasonable. Submitted by Charles Batchelor. February 2022

Creation Appreciation Landscaping (540-456-6196) did a great job on re-graveling our driveway. They came within two days when called for an estimate. Adam gave us a very reasonable estimate and suggested some things about the driveway. Took what we wanted and we came to an agreement. Then, within a week, we have a new driveway. It looks great and feels so nice driving on. Highly recommend using them. Adam Ellinger. September 2020

I highly recommend Jeremy Parker and Creation Appreciation for all kinds of landscape work. We have worked with Jeremy for over 10 years and couldn’t be more pleased, He helps us with grass seeding and maintenance, all but the most ginormous of our tree work, big planting jobs, and big mulching jobs. His crew has moved several very large shrubs halfway across the yard and they relocated happily. They have built stone steps and stone walls and have solved drainage problems. Great company to work with. Becca Elliott [Creation Appreciation received several recommendations in 2010.]

We have used Creation Appreciation http://www.creationappreciationlandscaping.com (540-456-6196) for years on several different landscaping jobs. The landscaper installed a gravel walkway on our mountain house that looked great and remains maintenance-free. They have taken down trees for us, trimmed limbs from trees in awkward high spots, and they have been our source of high-quality firewood for several years. They recently did some good work on renovating our lawn in Stoney Creek. They have done excellent stonework for my neighbors. They are a good source for small loads of mulch or gravel. June 2016 Contact@creationappreciationlandscaping.com. Charles Batchelor.

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Little Man Landscaping - 434-509-7618

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I have to recommend Little Man Landscaping (434-509-7618, text or leave a message) following their leaf-blowing and mulching work on my property last week. I called them based on other recommendations for them on the WTG Bulletin website. I have to say that from the on-time arrival at 8:30 am to the organized and industrious work getting rid of a large quantity of leaves buried among thick groundcover, and the distribution of mulch exactly as I specified was done perfectly by Manual Lopez and his professional team. Licensed and insured, and their logo shirts advertise it! You can’t go wrong with this landscaping company. They did a full day’s work at a reasonable price. Submitted by Lisa Shannon. April 2024

I would like to recommend Little Man Landscaping (434-509-7618). Manuel Lopez brought many imaginative ideas to our driveway/lawn project and his work was excellent. I would happily work with him again. Submitted by Jim Mummery. June 2022

I recommend Little Man Landscaping LLC. They do a great job at a very reasonable price on almost any landscaping task. They have helped me with various landscaping tasks including lawn mowing, mulching, trimming, power washing, gutter cleaning, leaf removal, small stone walls, fence repair, weed-eating, and edging. The crew leader is Manuel Lopez. He is very professional and courteous; call him at 434-509-7618. Submitted by Pete Gatje. March 2020

We emailed Manuel Lopez last week about cleaning out our gutters and he responded within hours. He came out at the appointed time and gave us a very good estimate and showed up the next week as he said he would. Two men worked all around our house, carefully moving around our mature shrubs and new plantings. They left everything better than they found it. They also offer lawn mowing, weeding, power washing, leaf raking, and fence repair. Call 434-509-7618, email ja1264200@gmail.com. Charles Batchelor April 2020

landscaping, landscaper

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Never Dark Whole House Generators - 434-975-3275

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If you're looking for someone to install a whole-house generator, we can recommend Never Dark Whole House Generators (434-975-3275) out of Charlottesville. We placed the order in mid-July and they finished the installation of a Briggs & Stratton last week. This was an upgrade from our rusting 2004 Generac, requiring the placement of new lines and coordination with CVEC and Nelson County. Never Dark took care of everything and brought enough crew to knock out the work quickly. Highly recommended. Submitted by Doreen Stapleton. September 2023

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Valley Garage Doors - 540-292-3667

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The motor on my garage door died recently. I called Valley Garage Doors (540-292-3667) in Staunton on a Saturday. On the following Wednesday a repair man showed up promptly, replaced the motor, and had the door running up and down like a charm. He did it in about an hour. The bill was $525. I was very satisfied. Submitted by Charles Murphy. September 2023