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David's Landscaping
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything was done that I wished to be done including weeding, bush trimming, tree trimming, large bush removal and clean up including hauling away trimmings."
Response time1 hour
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our remodeled kitchen exceeded all expectations. Leoni’s eye for design brought our ideas to life, creating an open and functional layout perfect for entertaining. The team’s craftsmanship was top-notch, and they respected our home, leaving it clean each day. The project was finished on time and within budget, and our kitchen now feels like a welcoming and sophisticated part of our home. I’d recommend McCormick to anyone wanting a home transformation without stress!"
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by18%of homeowners
Saul's Handyman - Unlicensed Contractor
4.9(
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Saul called right away to inquire what was needed. He sent someone to my home within an hour to assess the project. His worker was prompt, assessed the job, and provided me with a reasonable quote. The work was performed and completed within 2 1/2 hours; same day! Thank you, Saul!"
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Response time30 mins
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Simser's Handy Services-Unlicensed Contractor
4.2(
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was called to clear an untimely (let alone super nasty) clog and backup in my home's sewer system around 11:30 PM on a Saturday night. It was a stormy night and he was out quickly to take care of the clearing of the (yuk) debris and digging out of a secondary driveway drain that was filled with other debris left by a construction crew doing some work on my driveway. Mike cleared out the drain area and the overflow area too. 5 stars all the way!!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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The Right Choice Home Remodeling, Inc.
4.2(
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Right Choice! They have incredible taste and design ideas. They made my dream kitchen come true. I enjoyed working with Mishel (cabinet maker) and also with Natalie (interior designer). They helped me to be able To visualize my kitchen before we even installed it 3D design and samples. I already felt i had it installed. We selected all the materials and doors. Very detail."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Snow Removal questions, answered by experts

Snowblowers come in three different sizes: first-, second-, and third-stage blowers. Each additional stage is larger with higher intakes, more powerful, and has more gear options.

A first-stage blower, also called a snow thrower, is usually best for snow 6 to 8 inches or below. Electric snow blowers are usually only available in this size. If you regularly get snow that’s well above six inches, consider a second-stage snow blower. If snowstorms dump 2 to 3 feet of snow repeatedly during winter, you need a third-stage snow blower to tackle it.

Yes—in fact, it’s an important step in how to start a snow blower. Allowing the engine to idle for a few minutes prior to using a snow blower helps it reach its optimal operating temperature, which gets the fuel running properly, improves its performance, and helps prevent stalling during frigid weather.

Leaving a significant amount of snow on your roof can be risky. Most roofs are designed to handle about 20 pounds per square foot of snow, but exceeding this limit can lead to a roof collapse. A collapse can cause severe damage to your home and belongings and poses a physical danger to anyone inside. Furthermore, heavy snow accumulation increases the risk of ice dams, which can cause leaks and water damage to your roof, attic, and interior walls.

There is no hard and fast rule about using a snowblower on a specific amount of inches, but most snow removal experts suggest using one on 2 or more inches of snow for best results. This will also depend on what type of surface you’re working on and whether the snow is dry or wet. 

DIY snow removal is entirely free, except for the cost of a shovel. However, it may not always be the best option for large driveways and areas with heavy snowfall; it’s strenuous work and can take a long time. Other wallet-friendly ways to remove snow include rock salt, hot water, a de-icing agent, or a leaf blower. 

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