People I Trust, and Happily Recommend
Over time, clients often ask who I recommend for home services. Through hands-on renovation projects of my own, and by helping clients and family members manage home improvements, I’ve come to rely on a small group of local professionals I trust and feel comfortable sharing as a helpful resource.
Car Repair
Scotty's Automotive
916.783.2349
1050 Plumber Way
Roseville, Ca
We’ve worked with Scotty’s for over a decade, and they’ve consistently been a pleasure to work with. Every call is answered warmly, they’re efficient about getting us in and out, and their work is always honest, fair, and well done. It’s the kind of place you trust year after year — and recommend without hesitation.
Dryer Vent Cleaning
Gabe Cook | Vent Cleaning Hero
916.778.0949
Gabe@ventcleaninghero.com
www.ventcleaninghero.com
I’ve worked with Gabe for over five years, and he’s been consistently fantastic. He proactively reaches out each year to schedule service, shows up on time, does thorough work, and always leaves the laundry room clean. He’s fair, honest, and someone I trust to handle this important maintenance without worry.
He also cleans solar panels and did a great job on ours — one of my favorite parts is that he shares clear before-and-after photos for both services, so you can actually see the difference.
Electrical
Matt Larson | Larson Electric
916.412.9413
Matt@larsonelectricbiz.com
www.larsonelectricbiz.com
Dependable, professional work with clear communication and solid follow-through. Someone I trust for quality electrical work and feel comfortable recommending.
Jim Brown | Brown's Quality Electric
916.600.2024
Consistently good work, reliable service, and a straightforward approach. A strong local option I trust and confidently recommend.
Fencing / Landscaping
Andrew Duarte | Duarte Home Improvements
916.317.9542
Duartehomeimprovements2019@gmail.com
Andy is fantastic to work with and made what could have been a complicated fencing project feel easy and well-coordinated. He handled a multi-neighbor fencing replacement efficiently and did excellent work throughout. I later hired him to complete all of our front and back landscaping, and the results were incredible.
He consistently finishes on time and on budget, brings the same care and work ethic to both large and small projects, and works with a polite, friendly, and respectful crew that keeps the site clean.
Flooring
Paul Lambertson | LJ Flooring
916.742.3742
LJFloorsLLC@gmail.com
Paul is fantastic to work with and someone I consistently rely on for flooring projects. He’s completed several jobs for me, my family, and clients, always delivering quality work on time and on budget.
Paul and his crew will work seamlessly whether a home is fully furnished or empty. They’re dependable about showing up as scheduled and leaving the site clean. Clear, consistent communication throughout the process makes the experience easy from start to finish.
Gutter + Window Cleaning
Bailey Boys Inc.
916.863.1939
www.baileyboysinc.com
Bailey Boys are easy to schedule with and consistently do great work. Their crews are fast, thorough, and professional, and there’s truly nothing like coming home to sparkly clean windows.
We once had a serious gutter issue that we thought would require repairs or rerouting, but after their thorough cleaning, the problem was completely resolved. They’re dependable about finishing on time and on budget, which makes them an easy recommendation.
Home Inspection
Cal Pro Inspection Group
916.237.8036
www.calprogroup.com
Cal Pro has worked with all of my local clients and consistently does a great job. Their inspections are incredibly thorough, and they take the time to clearly explain findings so clients feel informed rather than overwhelmed. Their reports are easy to read and thoughtfully organized, with photos and videos that support their observations, making them a trusted and valuable part of the process.
Lender
Kristen Misamore | Canopy Mortgage
916.307.7872
kmisamore@canopymortgage.com
www.canopymortgage.com
I’ve worked closely with Kristen for the past three years, and she’s the only lender I recommend. She approaches every client relationship with care, patience, and respect — no one is ever treated like a number. Kristen takes the time to educate clients, answer questions thoroughly, and make sure they feel confident and comfortable with their decisions. She’s worked successfully with a wide range of budgets and timelines, including helping clients prepare financially over many months so they’re truly ready to purchase. Her responsiveness, clear communication, and ability to close efficiently have made her an invaluable partner for my clients, especially first-time buyers.
Painting
Jo'el Delgado | Fresh Paint
916.217.9681
freshpaint2011@gmail.com
I’ve worked with Jo’el for well over a decade and have honestly lost count of the number of rooms he’s painted for me and the referrals I’ve sent his way. He consistently does great work, works efficiently, and offers fair, reasonable pricing. Jo’el is also flexible and does his best to accommodate timelines, which makes him a reliable and easy recommendation.
Pest Control
Chris von Pohle | Placer Pest and Termite
916.546.5024
cvp@placerpest.com
www.placerpest.com
I’ve worked with Chris across many client transactions, and he’s consistently thorough, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. He takes the time to complete detailed inspections, handles any necessary repairs well, and offers ongoing pest control services as needed. His pricing is reasonable, and his steady, reliable approach makes him someone I trust and confidently recommend.
Photography
Joelle Smith | Captured by Joelle
916.212.3828
4joelle@gmail.com
www.capturedbyjoelle.com
I’ve worked with Joelle since 2010, and she is truly fantastic. She has an incredible ability to capture people at their best in a way that feels natural and effortless. She’s photographed everything from newborn sessions to headshots — and everything in between — for me and my family, and her work is consistently beautiful.
Joelle works wonderfully with all ages and is especially great with people who don’t love being in front of the camera. I always enjoy working with her and look forward to seeing what she captures every single time.
Plumbing
Eagle Plumbing and Rooter
Eagle Plumbing and Rooter have been consistently great to work with — kind, responsive, and dependable. They’ve handled a full home re-pipe for me, along with water heater replacements, leak repairs, and plumbing work for my clients. They show up on time, do excellent work, and stay on schedule and on budget.
What I especially appreciate is how thoughtfully they work to minimize disruption, which makes a big difference when plumbing issues inevitably arise.
Roofing
Brandon Beggerly | Powers Roof Service
916.316.2700
tileroofrepair@gmail.com
www.powerstileroofrepair.com
Powers Roof Service comes recommended through close family experience. They were impressed by how thorough and transparent the process was from start to finish. During the inspection, detailed photos were reviewed and clearly explained, outlining which areas needed attention now and which could reasonably wait, helping avoid unnecessary repairs.
That same level of care carried through during the repair work, with clear documentation and extensive before-and-after photos. Based on that experience, Powers Roof Service is a thoughtful, professional option I feel comfortable sharing.
Tree Service
Bruno Ferazza Tree Service
916.201.7462
info@brunoferazzatreeservice.com
www.brunoferazzatreeservice.com
Bruno Ferazza Tree Service has been helping us care for our trees for over seven years. They’ve handled both removals and thoughtful trimming to promote healthy growth, and their knowledge and experience are evident in their work. They’re reliable, professional, and consistently do a great job, making them an easy recommendation.