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A-1 The Clear Choice

4.9(
170
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Exterior Surfaces - Powerwashing, Roof - Clean, Gutters & Downspouts Cleaning Service,

About us

A-1 The Clear Choice has been servicing Bay Area residents and businesses for over 27 years, offering a variety of affordable cleaning services which add to the beauty, safety and value of your home or business: Window Cleaning, Blind Cleaning, Gutter & Roof Cleaning, Gutter Guard Installation, and Pressure Washing. All work is performed by our experienced and professional crew. Our company is fully insured. We can work around your scheduling needs and offer very fair pricing. Cash, check and credit card payments accepted. Contact us for a free estimate. We look forward to working with you.

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
36 years of experience

Services we offer

Decks, Driveways, Outdoor Furniture, Patios, Roofs, Stairs, Walkways, Window & Blind Cleaning. Gutter & Roof Cleaning. Gutter Guard Installation. Pressure Washing (Sidings, etc.). Solar Panel Cleaning. Window Scratch Removal. Post Construction Cleaning.

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.9170 Reviews
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Dana P.
Apr 2022
1.0
$385
The cleaners arrived almost two hours late. Neither worker spoke English. I wanted to pay with a check at time of service as is requested in the quote, but they didn’t understand. I telephoned Jasmine at the office to confirm that I would mail the check. She never returned my call. Seven days later, I received an email with an invoice attached stating that they worked an extra hour which totaled seven hours and would like to charge for that hour. They worked three hours. I agreed to the pay the price of the original quote no more. And I mailed the check in full according to that quote four days prior to receiving the new revised quote. It was incumbent on them to skillfully estimate the job. Needless to say I am less than pleased.
Kathryn H.
Aug 2021
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I cannot give enough praise for this company. They were professional from the first contact. They kept me informed about everything that was happening and updated me on every step. They were also personable, considerate, friendly and honest. I had 4 properties: an 8-plex, a 4-plex and 2 houses. They were challenging to access and yet A-1 solved each and every problem. They even notified me of other issues they noticed and therefore have headed off disasters with a garage roof and my home downspout. This was the first time I have used them and I definitely will make this a yearly service. I feel completely relaxed about their work and can trust that they will always live up to their promises.
Sarah C.
Jan 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
My gutters were blocked and water was causing my door to swell so we couldn’t open it. It was supposed to rain the next day. They came out within 2 hours, fixed it and let me know that my gutters weren’t angled right. Very professional and the price was very reasonable.
Joni F.
Dec 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Every year I hire them. Responsive, good price, responsible.
Linda B.
Jul 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
Excellent. Detailed, clean and professional. The crew went over the windows with me when they finished so that if there was anything I did not approve they redid it or explained what the problem was from.
Bonnie M.
Oct 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Their wonderful, they do an excellent job.
Don M.
Apr 2018
5.0
$500
CAUTION. The owner Stuart Sugden refused to provide the names of his employees who were in our home to us and to the Berkeley Police Department Detective Lee. If you use this firm require them to provide names and identification information of all employees who will be in your home.
Response from A-1 The Clear Choice

"This client had a burglary many weeks after our employees serviced his residence. He had no reason to suspect our employees and insisted on harassing us for their private information for many weeks. The Berkeley Police Department didn't want our employees' IDs, only [Member Name Removed] did. After several weeks of this, Mr. [Member Name Removed] thought it appropriate to write public negative reviews of our company because we wouldn't cooperate with his witch hunt. The Berkeley Police Department has since informed us that this case has been solved and the perpetrator apprehended through finger prints found at the site of the crime. Apparently the burglar was a repeat offender and in the police database, and wonder of wonders the thief turned out not to be one of our employees."

Debra T.
Jan 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
We live on the east coast now and can schedule and pay from here so it is handy for us. We started using them before we moved.
Carolyn C.
Oct 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$230
Very well. Excellent service.
KIM C.
Oct 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Smoothly zero issues!
Diana D.
Oct 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Great! The crew were punctual, professional and courteous.
Michael S.
Sep 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
excellent work
Paula P.
Aug 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
One worker showed up early and went right to work. The other arrived on time. They were very professional and accommodating: they even replaced some smoke alarm batteries on my 20 foot ceilings.
Valerie M.
Aug 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
It went very well.
Melinda B.
Aug 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$160
We hired A1 to do our front windows (3 of which are very high up). They actually arrived right on time, did the work both fast and efficiently (even cleaned the window tracks), and were professional and very nice. The price was exactly what was quoted. Next year we will be hiring them to do the entire house. Thanks A1 for a wonderful job.
Barbara C.
Jun 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Very efficient, thorough and professional.
VICTORIA C.
Jun 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
The Clear Choice did a great job at a very fair price. I highly recommend them.
Valerie M.
May 2017
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
very well - he took a picture of a place on the eaves that might need to be repaired but a roofer said it didn't need to be.
UCP O.
Apr 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
The pavement look significantly improved and windows were clear and shiny.
Wendy T.
Nov 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They are always very professional, and did a reat job! I will definitely be using them again. All of the customer service is very professional and it's also very easy to make appointments and communicate with them.
Alexander D.
Oct 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Quote was easy to acquire and was the best quote that we saw. They came on time and were easy to work with.
NANCY J.
Jul 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$320
Scheduling was easy. Service provider was prompt, friendly and thorough. It took about 6 hours for one person to complete the job - this was not an issue for me but others should remember to ask about this if it might be a problem. I have 33 window/doors of various sizes, some with multiple panes plus 4 small skylights atop a detached garage.
Vi B.
Jul 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Carol R.
Jul 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Beautifully. A-1 did a fabulous job on my windows which were long overdue for a cleaning!
Carol R.
Jul 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Beautifully. A-1 did a fabulous job on my windows which were long overdue for a cleaning!
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FAQ

A-1 The Clear Choice is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
A-1 The Clear Choice accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, A-1 The Clear Choice offers free project estimates.
No, A-1 The Clear Choice does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, A-1 The Clear Choice does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, A-1 The Clear Choice offers emergency services.
No, A-1 The Clear Choice does not offer warranties.

Contact Information

2220 Sacramento St, Berkeley, CA 94702

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