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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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Windridge Landscaping & Hardscaping Company - 434-361-1588

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We heartily recommend Windridge Landscaping and Hardscaping (434-361-1588). After the extensive wood landscape timbers on our back deck rotted very prematurely, we went searching for a company that could replace them with a high-quality product that would last forever. Through Wintergreen Bulletin Board, we found an enthusiastic recommendation for Windridge. Jeff Howe, the owner, came to our house multiple times and designed a very effective replacement for the landscape timbers. His crew then worked tirelessly and continuously. (Never was it said, "we have another project to catch up on, so we’ll see you in a week or so.") They completed the job perfectly. The crew's work was monitored closely to make sure it met Windridge’s high standards. The front office people at Windridge were also very efficient and responsive. It has been several months now and everything they did continues to hold up perfectly. You’re welcome to come and see the work they did for us. Submitted by David Schwiesow. August 2021

Jeff Howe's Windridge Landscaping & Hardscaping Company in Afton (434-361-1588) did a fabulous job removing our lower failing deck. Using all the huge boulders (some 5,000 pounds) in our backyard and other stone materials, they created a raised rock patio with cascading flower, herb, and rock gardens to blend naturally into the forest. Fabulous company and workers. Submitted by Chris Casey. 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

Tammy Huffman - 434-529-7190

A month or so ago, I recommended Hannah Morris as a great barber-hairstylist who follows the Covid-19 precautions  Hannah has had to step back from cutting hair. Fortunately, Tammy Huffman, who is the owner of Full Circle Salon where Hannah worked, is cutting men’s hair. I had my first haircut from her, and Tammy is great. She takes Covid-19 seriously. Call or text her for an appointment. She can be contacted at 434-529-7190. You probably will be the only person in the salon, it is a large area perfect for social distancing. She wears a face shield and encourages you to wear a mask, except when it may interfere with cutting your hair. And she is a great barber-hairstylist and a very pleasant person. Full Circle Salon is in the RVCC Center next to the Recycling Center. David Schwiesow. 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

Nellysford Barber Shop - 434-361-0009

I would like to recommend Lydia Holsapple at our local Nellysford Barber Shop near the Blue Ridge Pig. Someone put out some incorrect information that Lydia doesn't wear a mask. I got my hair cut today and asked Lydia if she would wear a mask, she said sure no problem. I watched her wipe off the chair from the previous customer before I sat down. On top of that my wife says she gives me a good haircut. Not all barbers I have gone to in the past have gotten a good review.   Russ Russell. August 2020

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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