Linda’s referrals to top-notch professionals
As a Realtor®, I’m always on the lookout for top-notch professionals who provide the services that my clients or I need. Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of working with some of the area’s finest service providers. Since I get so many requests for referrals, I’ve started keeping my own list. I recommend these folks highly and hope that you’ll use their expert services. (And no, I don’t get a kickback!)
I do my best to keep this list up to date. If there’s a category or vendor you’d like to see here, let me know. And of course, I’m eager to hear about your experiences with the folks I recommend.
Appraisers
Appraisers Collaborative
Ask for Kevin Connelly
(781) 396-1333
Architects
John R. Freeman AIA LEED® AP
Platt Anderson Freeman Architects
4 Belgrade Avenue
Boston, MA 02131
(617) 323 3500
freeman@pafaa.com
Cell: (617) 584-0603
Specializing in residential and larger-scale projects
Jennifer Rugg, AIA
27 Ashfield Street
Boston, MA 02131
(617) 325-6366
jrugg@skinnerhill.com
Specializing in residential projects
Arborist
Arborway Tree Care
Seasonal specials!
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
(617) 522-6071
Asbestos Removal and Treatment
Clean Air Environmental, Inc.
A full-service asbestos removal firm
(617) 970-2572
Ask for Neal Cass
Attorneys
Donald L. Solomon
Full range of real estate services; landlord-tenant issues; estates
2001 Beacon St.
Brookline, MA 02446
(617) 739-3700
dsolomon@lawyer.com
Kelly Bonnevie
Wilson, Marino and Bonnevie
288 Walnut Street
Newton, MA 02460
(617) 964-8090
bonnevie@wmblawfirm.com
Anthony J. Ross
Ross & Toner, P.C.
4394 Washington Street
Roslindale, MA 02131
(617) 327-2331
ross@ross-toner.com
Auctioneers, Antiques
and Appraisers
Hap Moore
Antiques Auctions
(207) 363-6373
Tri-State Jewelry Appraisers
David Guerard
dguerard@maine.rr.com
(207) 363-2536
Electricians
Richard Drakes
(617) 759-4490
Peg Preble
Jamaica Plain & contiguous communities
(617) 522-8765
Vespa Electric
(617) 719-5310
Financing/Mortgages
Andy Matt, Mortgage Master
Mortgage Master, Inc.
andymatt@cox.net
(781) 603-5079
Thea Simolari, Mortgage Specialist
Mortgage Network
Theamtg1@aol.com
(617) 699-7692
Florist
Dandelions Flower Shop
756 South Street
Roslindale Village, MA 02131
(617) 323-2240
Winston Flowers
Boston and other locations
(617) 541-1100
Graphic Design
Tressa Foster, prop.
Fresh Concepts
(815) 274-1313
tressa@fresh-concepts.com
Bob D. Ward
Print design/print production
(617) 323-4123
bob@bobdward.com
Health, Beauty and Fitness
Xposure by Noel
606 Centre Street, Jamaica Plain 02130
Ask for Adamys Cancel
(617) 522-2502
Centre Cuts
6 Belgrade Avenue
Roslindale Village, MA 02131
(617) 325-0002
Fresh Hair
62 South Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
(617) 524-6867
appointments@freshhair.com
Chinese Acupuncture, Herb and Massage Service
Dr. Zhi-Ping Lee
48 Cummins Highway
Roslindale, MA 02131
(617) 323-7809
Dr. Peter Gale
Needham Chiropractic
1410 Highland Avenue
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 449-5722
Massage by Nichole McCann
Licensed Massage Therapist
(617) 590-6160
nmccann8@comcast.net
Insurance Agents
Robert T. Fowler & Sons
Steven Fowler
743 Centre Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
(617) 524-0500
askmrfowler@mindspring.com
Landscape Design and Maintenance
Christie Dustman, Principal
APLD, Certified Landscape Designer
Christie Dustman & Company, Inc.
1408 Centre Street, Roslindale, MA 02131
t: (617) 327-0330 f: (617) 327-0353
www.christiedustman.com
http://blog.christiedustman.com
John Grealish, Proprietor
Hillside Landscaping
120 Sanborn Avenue
West Roxbury, MA 02132
(617) 590-2156
For seasonal maintenance
Major Appliances
Harrison Refrigeration
4262 Washington Street
Roslindale 02131
(617) 323-2662
AAA Appliance
796 Centre Street
Jamaica Plain 02130
(617) 522-5298 Sales
(617) 522-4020 Service
Painting – Interior
Calvin Summers
Ceilings a specialty
(617) 512-4328
Calvinsummers17@gmail.com
Painting – Exterior
Ralston Painting Company
Marc Ralston
(617) 448-7827
m_ralston@msn.com
Pest Control and Prevention
Aardvark Solutions
Karla Tomlinson
(617) 323-8638
aardvarksolutions@live.com
EHS – Environmental Health services
Eco-sensitive pest control
(877) 507-0698
info@ehspest.com
Pet Food & Supplies
Pet Cabaret (training and bathing, too!)
4404 Washington Street
Roslindale, MA 02131
(617) 323-7387
Plumbers
Pipelines Plumbing
(617) 327-0044
pipelines@pipelinesinc.com
Trethewey Brothers
(617) 325-3283
sales@tbros.com
service@tbros.com
Professional Organizers/Packing Help
Come to Order!
Professional Organizing Services
Sharon Fisher
Organizing@juno.com
(781) 925-8925 office
(617) 763-3187 mobile
Sort it Out Now
Patricia Bernabei
(617) 332-7500
pat@sortitoutnow.com
Radon – Testing and Mitigation
Testing
Accustar Labs
(888) 480-8812
Mitigation
Air Quality Control Agency
(800) NO-RADON
Real Estate Virtual Assistants
RealSupport, Inc.
Real Estate Virtual Assistant
Roofers
Brown Brothers
(781) 329-2895
brownbrosroofing@comcast.net
O’LynRoofing
(877) 289-6596
Penshorn Roofing Co., Inc.
30 Carolina Avenue
Jamaica Plain 02130
(617) 524-4640
Roofing, Siding, Sheet Metal Contractor
Website Design
InTouch Website Design
Jason Edmonds
(781) 630-3751
jasonedmonds@comcast.net
Whirlpool Installation, Repair and Servicing
Northeast Tub and Spa
Keith Wheeler, Principal
(508) 692-7072
northeasttubandspa@hotmail.com
Windows & Doors
JB Sash & Door
(800) 648-9339
(617) 884-8940
King Window & Shade
1764 Centre Street
West Roxbury, 02132
(617) 323-0600