Liz Pearce

Used them for a sewer scope - very professional and seemed to know their stuff. Family-owned business.

I've been ignoring that nagging voice in my head that says "You should really get the dryer vent cleaned," for, oh, my whole life. But when the dryer gave me an actual warning light this weekend, I finally listened. Alpine Cleaning came out on the same day I called. Good service, a bit more expensive then I thought it would be ($179), but now I can stop worrying about it for at least another year.

We hired Tao to help us clean out the last of our office furniture (😟) and he delivered as @amy_woidtke and @SaraEizen promised! Fast, flexible, and cheerful.

They did a solid job installing central air in my home. The post-install inspection process was a bit of a mess (unclear what was happening when and if someone needed to be home) but otherwise good work.

Great selection of indoor & outdoor plants, friendly & helpful staff, and a sweet gift shop to boot.

Nice work on both interior and exterior windows. Professional and respectful staff.

No fuss, great work.

I was looking to purchase some art for my new house and found this gallery through online resources. If you want original work but can't spend a fortune, Davidson is a good option. They have work on paper from tons of classic, contemporary, and modern artists. If you see something you like in the back, Rebecca can pull the artist's full portfolio and take you on a tour of their pieces. There's a little reconnaissance involved, but that's part of the fun. They also have an extensive collection online.

I ordered a new dishwasher and had it installed by Frederick's. The sales person I worked with was knowledgeable, the install timeline short, and the installer was on time, friendly, and efficient. He got the job done quickly and without a mess. If you're anticipating needing a new appliance, now might be a good time to get one -- you'll already be home for the delivery :)

This shop was recommended to me by the Davidson Gallery. They framed two large prints for me and did a great job.

Reliable, fast, and they do alterations.

David Berleth did a beautiful job! He took on a massive project of removing structures, old bricks, and lots over overgrowth. He installed a beautiful fountain, new pavers, a new fence, and even oversaw moving the position of the front stairs.

Madsen Modern did a beautiful job repairing a vintage teak dining chair for me. You can't even see the break in the wood any longer. Lifesavers!

I found Peter through recommendations from @kimr and @SeattleAmy. He created and executed a plan for my front yard's landscaping, including redefining the hardscape/grass boundaries, picking a beautiful selection of plants and trees, and procuring/placing/planting them. He accommodated my budget by breaking the overall project into phases, so the work will continue into next year, but it looks great already!

Roberto and his crew come reliably every two weeks to keep my yard in shape. They are very conscientious with mowing, edging, and weeding, and have also helped me out with some other odd jobs from time to time. Roberto is friendly and easy to work with.

Sandi is the Paint Fairy. You don't have to move furniture or belongings before she comes. She paints about one room a day, and when she leaves you literally cannot tell that anyone has been in the house. Over three days and three rooms + a hallway, I never saw a drop cloth, piece of tape, or any mess whatsoever. The painting was beautifully done to boot. Highly recommend! (Thanks @lauraliz )

Howard is a pro.

We just signed up for Ridwell and are so excited about it. The kids are even getting involved! I love not feeling guilty about disposing of plastic film, batteries, and more the wrong way. Phew.

We used them for a house full of blinds and curtains. They go for quality but will work with you on budget. They also do a great job with custom shelving for closets.

I had a positive experience with Scott. I needed a drain unclogged and he did that quickly and cleanly, then threw in a few extras, including giving me an educational tour of the plumbing of the house (which I was sadly ignorant of :) Price was reasonable and he was responsive in communicating.

I just started working with Kelly based on the recommendation from @SaraEizen. She's been helping me get my new house in working order and it seems like she can do it all. She's super friendly and flexible and has already saved me lots of headaches. Highly recommended!

Great experience with these guys on a small job. With Wirecraft you always pay a $79 transportation fee, but for that they will come on site, provide an estimate, and do the work right away if possible. I recently used them for hanging a chandelier. The electrician got stuck in traffic and was a bit late, but he called to let me know and did a small freebie project to thank me for understanding. I will definitely use them again!

He did an amazing job at a dinner party I attended. He single-handedly served a complex appetizer course and four sit-down courses after that, each with multiple components, all delicious.

Gorgeous, unique arrangements.

I tried this service this weekend and it was very cool! They arrange a multi-stop experience -- including transportation -- based on the preferences you share (including budget) in their on-boarding survey. You don't know where you're going until you pull up at the location! If you like surprises and having other people do your planning for you, you should give this a shot.

I'm addicted to escape rooms now, thanks to them.

Kayla at Seatown Sweets created a beautiful succulent/cactus themed cake for my daughter's birthday party. The decorations were flawless and the cake itself was light and delicious. Worth the drive to Kirkland from Seattle! Thanks @Cassiejohnson73 for the recommendation.

The folks at Seattle Florists went to great lengths to make a delivery even in a hard-to-access building, and were super friendly in the process. The flowers were gorgeous, too!

This is a great place. Easy to get an appointment (even if you walk in), nice people, good service.

Visited Justin on @SeattleAmy's recommendation and had a great experience. Lovely salon with an outdoor space to wait in while your color is processing!

Both my kids get their cuts at Rudy's and it makes us all feel a little bit cooler.

Best manicures east of I-5. Nice atmosphere, super friendly service. Good magazine selection :)

Great blow-outs and makeup for special events. Lashes, too!

Very happy with the care my daughter has gotten. She's had invisilign and even feels comfortable going in for her check-ups on her own.

No-nonsense dermatologist with office hours in both UVillage and First Hill.

They've been great at treatment for both me and my daughter. There's an in-house optical shop for glasses and contacts and they turn around orders quickly.

Dr. Stu is the best with kids!

Highly recommend Dr. Lauren Pray. I went to this practice through the births of both of my kids and beyond

This is an all-day class held at the Red Cross office in Seattle - $95 for 7 hours of instruction. My daughter said she learned a ton (how to deal with tantrums, emergency situations, and how to perform the Heimlich maneuver, and much more). I feel much better now about sending her off to babysitting gigs!

A picturesque camp on the shores of Lake Wenatchee in outside Leavenworth. My daughter loves it there. The staff does a great job of creating a magical experience for the kids.

My daughter has been taking cello lessons from Ebony at the Central District location and loves it! It's not even hard to convince her to practice! Others have told me they've had similarly good experiences with other teachers / instruments. They also have a new location in Columbia City.

My kids thrived here and we met tons of people we now call friends through YCA.

When you're as bad of a driver as I am, you need a reliable body shop. Aki's made quick work of repairing the body of my Subaru. Communication was solid and their estimate (for both schedule and cost) were spot on.

I've switched from taking my car to the dealership for service to using Moss Alley. Friendly service, good prices, convenient location on 12th Ave, and it's easy to get an appointment. I'm a fan.

Used Wrench for the first time this weekend after giving up driving all the way to the dealership in Ballard, where I usually get service work done. Price was cheaper than the dealership and on-par with Jiffy Lube (this was for an oil/filter change). They had to reschedule my service from the time I requested, but they offered several alternatives and gave me a 10% discount. The mechanic was super nice and offered some helpful tips. Overall a very good experience.

Had the same experience as @Bryan - solid job overall, pleasant folks to deal during what is normally a stressful and arduous process.

Charlie was super professional, proactive, and fast when I worked with him recently. He's taken over the family practice from his dad Wally, who I worked with in the past. Charlie learned his trade at the knee of a master!

Have used Devin Lehman and team for multiple homes. Very thorough, pragmatic, and knowledgeable about older homes.

Ricklie knows her stuff - she helped us sell one home and buy two others, and she's worked with many of our friends over the years (all are fans.)

I worked with Amanda on a homeowners policy. She was very fast and responsive. While I got a good deal on the policy, she gave me tips on how to lower the premium moving forward (with a few updates to the 100-year old home I bought).

Jeff has been handling my personal taxes for 15 years. His firm is quick and organized and his rates are very affordable. The office is in SeaTac but since it's all been remote since our first meeting, it doesn't make much of a difference. He also does work for small business.

Jenny is awesome - friendly, organized, great communicator, flexible, and clearly loves dogs!

Jenya Katz and team are great. Easy to get in for basics like grooming, and you can tell they're really invested in their patients.

I've just started taking boxing lessons at Cappy's based on all the great recommendations here. It's a fun workout, and the staff and coaches are very friendly and supportive. Be prepared for partner work. If you want to learn a new skill and get out of your comfort zone (but not too far), this is a great option. I can't tell if I'm going to get really hooked yet, but so far so good! Thanks @LilMsSunshine @Kenji @SuperT @Masako

Hard to go wrong with a class here! I think I've been to almost every instructor and all types of instruction. The location is convenient with easy parking and you can grab a coffee at Fuel afterwards!

Great option for try-before-you-buy clothes, or just to mix up your wardrobe without having to actually go shopping (ugh).

Sometimes you just need cocktail fixings delivered straight to your doorstep.

If you're looking for a special occasion activity that is outdoors, this is a fun one. The company is easy to work with and seems to be taking all the necessary protections to keep the experience COVID-safe. They have catering and food/adult beverage options as well, if you fail to prepare adequately!

My daughter has gone to summer camps here for many years and loves the environment.

Love this organization. They furnish homes for people who are coming out of homelessness. You can donate your gently used furniture or household items (or of course make a cash donation). They will come pick your stuff up for a $50 fee if you can't deliver it yourself. Check out their FB page for some awesome reveal videos! https://www.facebook.com/humbledesignseattle/

I used Knack Shops to order some gifts for far-away friends and family. It's an awesome gifting experience, with both flexibility to create your own gifts and lots of pre-made options to choose from. Easy checkout experience, too, which is so important. Great resource to have for the holidays and all year!

If you live in Cap Hill, Madrona, Madison Park or the CD, you should mail your packages at The Postman on MLK. Great, friendly service, motivated local young entrepreneur, and convenient location.

Great, unique face masks (I wear mine all the time and sent some to family members!), reusable gift wrap, and other fun gifts from Seattle entrepreneur Jane Park. Check them out!