| Accountants |
| Company: |
Swartz & Polachek |
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Chuck Swartz
chuck@swartzpolachek.com
(781)-444-2550 |
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Chuck is a very patient man. |
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| Arbitration Services (Alternative Dispute Resolution) |
| Company: |
National Arbitration & Mediation |
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| Contact: |
Brian King
http://www.namadr.com/
(617) 248-2453 |
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| Architects |
| Company: |
Will Stevens
Architectural Design |
Company: |
Jonathan Raisz |
| Contact: |
Will Stevens
wrsboston@comcast.net
(617) 817-2385 |
Contact: |
Jonathan Raisz
(617) 734-1040 |
| Comments: |
Will is a close personal friend and has designed much of my personal
renovations. He’s the guy to call when you want it to look
great. Will loves to work “out of the box”, but make
sure to stick to his plans or boy does he get mad! |
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Works well with Attorney Peter Fenn or Max Schechner to produce
condo documents quickly. The perfect condo conversion team. |
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| Asbestos Abatement Services |
| Company: |
Nealco Environmental |
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(617) 740-8803 |
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Free Estimates. |
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| Attorneys |
| Company: |
Max Schechner |
Company: |
Peter Fenn |
| Contact: |
Max Schechner
mschechner@busaschechner.com
(781) 935-1818 |
Contact: |
Peter Fenn
fennlaw@aol.com
(617) 522-9292 |
| Comments: |
Max gives us counsel on just about everything, but his specialty
is real estate. Max is one of the few attorneys that will actually
take your call! He is an excellent communicator and will handle
your real estate transaction expeditiously. Excellent match with
architect Jonathan Raisz for condo documents. |
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Works well with Jonathan Raisz for condo conversions. |
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| Carpenters |
| Cpany: |
Billy Palmer |
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Billy Palmer
jeepster19992004@yahoo.com
617-304-4190 |
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Billy is the best carpenter I have ever known. He can do anything.
His specialty is custom work. He spent ten months renovating our
132 yr old two family and he didn’t have one straight line
to work with! |
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| Chimney/Fireplace |
| Company: |
Davis Chimney Co. |
Company: |
Commonwealth Fireplace & Grill Shop |
| Contact: |
(617) 731-9858 |
Contact: |
http://www.commonwealthfireplace.com
(781) 762-2088 |
| Comments: |
Complete chimney service. |
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Great selection of inserts and free standing fireplaces. Even
have some of the very few modern, European models available. |
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| City Contacts |
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Mayor’s Office for Neighborhood Relations |
Name: |
Bill Jurewich – Boston Transportation Department |
| Contact: |
(617) 635-4500 |
Contact: |
william.jurewich@ci.boston.ma.us
(617) 635-2757 |
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Street missing a sign? Think you need a crosswalk? This is your
guy. |
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| Name: |
Andrew Grace – Boston Redevelopment Authority (Zoning) |
Name: |
Bruce Cole
Boston Rental Property Association |
| Contact: |
(617) 918-4379 |
Contact: |
617-522-8900 |
| Comments: |
Andrew is fairly responsive in answering any inquiries regarding
the inspectional services and zoning. |
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Not-for-profit, community-based organization, established to
address the training needs of landlords in the Greater Boston Area.
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| Name: |
John Tobin – Boston City Councillor |
Name: |
Elaine Gowdy - Councillor Tobin’s Office – serving
West Roxbury, Roslindale & Jamaica Plain |
| Contact: |
Jamaica Plain, West Roxbury, Roslindale
617-635-4220 |
Contact: |
(617) 635-4220
elaine.gowdy@cityofboston.gov |
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| Cleaners |
| Company: |
Lickety-Split Cleaning |
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| Contact: |
Mary Duffy
Mduffy333@earthlink.net
(617) 593-7155 |
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| Demo/Removal |
| Company: |
Reliable Disposal |
Company: |
1-800-GOT-JUNK |
| Contact: |
Anthony Balzotti
(781) 224-3337 |
Contact: |
http://www.1800gotjunk.com |
| Comments: |
Competitive prices. I used 5 dumpsters when renovating. These
fellas are fast, cheap, and the drivers can put a dumpster anywhere
you want it. The fit an 8.5ft dumpster in a 9ft alley for me. |
Comments: |
High tech junk removal. Use this company when you don’t
want to handle the debris yourself. They are quick, polite, and
fair. You can actually order service on the web. Try the junk genie! |
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| Electricians |
| Company: |
Juay B. Reid Electrical Construction |
Company: |
Walter Nowicki |
| Contact: |
Juay B. Reid
(617) 497-1622 |
Contact: |
Walter Nowicki
(617) 566-9898 |
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| HVAC |
| Company: |
Harry Basey |
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| Contact: |
Harry Basey
(617) 510-5830 |
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| Home Design/Decor |
| Company: |
RESIDE |
Company: |
Didrik’s |
| Contact: |
www.resideinc.com
617-547-2929 |
Contact: |
617-354-5700
www.didriks.com |
| Comments: |
One of Boston's premier sources for classic mid-century modern
furniture. Diverse and constantly evolving collection includes original
works of great design as well as rare and hard to find pieces by
some of the era's greatest designers and manufacturers. |
Comments: |
Their shop is way cooler than their site. |
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| Company: |
The Bamboo Fencer |
Company: |
J.D. Daddario
Plumbing, Heating, Electrical, Appliances, Lighting |
| Contact: |
http://www.bamboofencer.com
800-775-8641 |
Contact: |
www.jddaddario.com
800-955-2990 |
| Comments: |
Beautiful fencing that is much more attractive than chain link
or most wood. Most of it is a renewable resource as well. All three
above stores are on the same block in Cambridge. |
Comments: |
This place has great faucetry that you often can’t get
elsewhere. However, there are very busy and lack great customer
service. You have to be aware of this. |
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| Company: |
The Slab Lab Concrete Studio
Custom concrete creations |
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| Contact: |
www.slab-lab.com
617-733-1240 |
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| Home Inspectors |
| Company: |
JBS Home Inspections |
Company: |
Mt. Vernon Inspection Associates |
| Contact: |
Alex Steinberg
www.jbsinspections.com
(617) 924-1028 |
Contact: |
Harold Popp
http://www.myhouseinspector.com
(781) 231-5515 |
| Comments: |
Alex is the best inspector I have ever worked with. Not only
is he well versed and technologically advanced, but he takes the
time to explain how your new house works, what to watch out for,
and how to maintain it. My clients all love him. |
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| Insurance Brokerage |
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| Landscape Architect |
| Company: |
Landscape Design |
Company: |
Treeworks |
| Contact: |
Jennifer Russ
(617) 522-4392 |
Contact: |
Rich Garguilo
(617) 821-4701 |
| Comments: |
Jen designed and facilitated much of the landscaping around my
home. She is a wonderful free spirit who always has a bright smile.
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| Local Boutiques/Shops |
| Company: |
Fat Ram’s Tattoos |
Company: |
Fire Opal |
| Contact: |
http://fatramtattoo.com/
617-522-6444 |
Contact: |
www.fire-opal.com
617-524-0262 |
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Jewelry, Art, Gifts & Clothing- fun store with great prices.
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| Company: |
Petal & Leaf Florist |
Company: |
City Feed & Supply |
| Contact: |
48 South Street, Jamaica Plain
(877) 724-2227 |
Contact: |
http://www.cityfeedandsupply.com/ |
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Small, neighborhood grocery/cafe catering to the Ped Set with a fine selection of natural foods, bread, bagels and pastry delivered daily, fair trade coffee, local goods, and the list goes on. |
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| Media |
| Company: |
The Jamaica Plain Gazette |
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| Contact: |
Sandy Story |
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| Comments: |
Sandy is a sweetheart and will handle all your editorials, ads,
inquiries, etc. |
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| Medical/Health |
| Company: |
Natural Alternatives |
Company: |
The Cambridge Birth Center |
| Contact: |
Janet Levatin, MD
http://janetlevatin.com
(617) 738-4600 |
Contact: |
Connie Breece, CNM
cbreece@challiance.org
(617) 665-2229
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| Comments: |
Janet is a homeopathic doctor who specializes in holistic pediatrics
but she also treats adults. (She’s our doctor.) |
Comments: |
Connie was our midwife and she is the sweetest, nicest, bestest
person in the world. I especially enjoyed her sense of humor. |
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Please contact us directly for recommendations on professional mortgage brokers we've worked with in the past. |
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| Painters/Handypersons |
| Company: |
Brendan Killian |
Company: |
Rich Vautour |
| Contact: |
http://www.brendankillian.com
617-308-3143 |
Contact: |
vaut58@yahoo.com
(617) 599-3185 |
| Comments: |
Brendan is a close friend. Dare I say family? We call him, “Crazy
Uncle Brendan”. He is by force of nature a fine artist, but
for a buck he will paint your house with a steady hand. You won’t
get a better price anywhere. Ladies, Brendan is single and available. |
Comments: |
A good friend and a good painter and handyman with an infectious
smile. He prefers to do interior painting. Ladies, Richard is single
and available. |
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| Pet Grooming |
| Company: |
Dolittle’s Pet Grooming |
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| Contact: |
www.dolittle’s.net |
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| Comments: |
Amanda does a wonderful job with our dogs. They are always excited
to go see her (a sure sign she spoils them) and they come back squeaky
clean. |
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| Photographers |
| Company: |
Lori DeSantis |
Company: |
Carolyn Artin |
| Contact: |
Lori DeSantis
http://www.loridesantis.com
(617) 429-8805 |
Contact: |
Carolyn Artin
Carolyn.Artin@PHSchool.com
(617) 335-3919 |
| Comments: |
Lori took head shots that appear on this website and she specializes
in weddings. |
Comments: |
Carolyn has a unique talent. She is a lover of art, cuisine,
and a fine glass of wine. She is a very special person and a dear
friend. You can view my wedding photos if you would like to see
a sample of her work. |
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| Plumbers |
| Company: |
Seuy Singesson |
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| Contact: |
Seuy Singesson
(617) 308-4197 |
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| Comments: |
Seuy is friendly and courteous and does a great job. He completely
plumbed my two family.
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| State Contacts |
| Name: |
Michael Capuano – Congressman |
Name: |
Jeffrey Sanchez - State Representative |
| Contact: |
http://www.house.gov/capuano/
(617) 621-6208 |
Contact: |
jeffreysanchez@hon.state.ma.us
(617) 722-2370 |
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