Having purchased a large acreage and served as general contractor on two homes of his own, he has the background to assist in searching for a lot as well as for a home. He helped us focus our parameters and prioritize, set a budget, and look for a property that matches our criteria. He never wastes our time with properties that don't meet our requirements. He provides invaluable advice and inspiration, is highly educated and dedicated, and has a depth to his knowledge of real estate and building that is far beyond what we've ever seen in a Realtor. He is also an excellent source of referrals for contractors. This has been a totally positive experience!
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"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/wa/bellingham/caz-construction-reviews-8365427.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"DELTA HEATING & COOLING INC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"WA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Gordon F."},"reviewBody":"The Delta agent worked with me to determine units that best met our needs. In addition, he included a $1,000 county rebate. Anothed heatpump supplier quoted a higher price and insisted that the county air test was so strigent that it was not worth doing. The Delta agent reassured me that they had been very successful in meeting the county standards. We chose Delta and the Rheem system. The Delta team removed and replaced the old system in a very professional manner and scheduled Ductz to perform the air tests. Although our home is only 20 years old there were some issues with the sealing in one of the duct return. The teams from Ductz and Delta resolved the issues and we received the $1,000 county rebate. I was very pleased with the professionalism and openess in addressing the issues that came up during the installation and duct testing. The system has been running well for six months. I definately recommend Delta."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/wa/richland/delta-heating-and-cooling-inc-reviews-466676.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Favinger Plumbing","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"WA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Joseph R."},"reviewBody":"Neither me or my real estate agent will ever recommend Favinger Plumbing to anyone in Whatcom County. They receive an F from me on all criteria. The only redeeming factor is their office staff's amazing customer service and willngness to be helpful. It's just enough to pull you in and make you think you're dealing with a fair company. I called and requested a sewer camera inspection on a property I was purchasing. I wanted to make sure there wasn't any issues with the line and also have them fix a large leak in the shower valve and a tiny leak on one of the washer valves. The office staff was very helpful and easy to help me with scheduling. To be helpful to the technician I supplied them with photos of the leaks from my home inspection and told them the locations of the issues. They told me that the camera inspection would be around $325, which was a little more than some of the other companies, but the customer service made it worth it. Day of the sewer inspection I was at work about 130 miles south of the property, so my real estate agent met them at the property. After 30 minutes of them being on site my agent calls me and says that they cannot get their camera through the accessible drain pipes and need to pull my toilet to do the inspection. I said that sounds fine, I've installed many toilets in my day, no big deal right ... WRONG. I got the technician on the phone and he proceeded to explain me that to remove the toilet and put it back on the charge was $191 in addition to the $300+ I was already paying for the sewer inspection. I asked him why it was so much and the only explanation I could get was "Its just our flat fee." I told him that a $5 wax ring doesn't add up to $191 dollars. He mentioned that the flange might need replacing and possible the screws on the flange. I couldn't believe it, there was nothing wrong with the toilet and he's trying to tell me there could be a problem with the flange! It didn't make any sense. He even admitted that it would be $191 if they were coming out there to just fix replace a toilet, yet they were already on the property? I told him I would call him back in a minute. I asked him to, in the meantime, go inspect the shower to see if it was something he could fix. I called my wife and a few other people to see what they thought... I get back on the phone with the tech from Favinger. I asked if he looked at the shower valve. The tech simply stated that "Its leaking pretty bad out of there, its probably time for a new valve." ... ... Um okay did you actually look at what the problem is? I asked him what are you saying... Are you stating that it needs a new cartridge or is the actual shower valve body leaking. He couldn't answer this. I'm guessing the extent of his inspection was going up to the shower and turning it on. He then proceeded to tell me to install a new shower valve they charged a fee of $151. I'm guessing he's talking about installing a new cartridge because to replace a full shower valve is a much larger undertaking. Change a cartridge is probably a 5-10 minute job, so $150 makes sense right ... WRONG. After this I told the technician felt like I was being taken advantage of. That they were basically trying to charge me for anything and everything they can possible think of. I explained how he's not telling me what is actually wrong with the shower valve and how it doesn't make sense that it costs nearly $200 dollars to pull a toilet off and put it back on. I estimate that it would've been $700 to $800 before taxes if I would have gone ahead with having them fix these problems, but I didn't. I asked them to leave and I'm so glad. I called another plumbing company from Angies List. They fixed everything, did the camera inspection and I just received the bill $388.00 w/ tax. The shower had a broken cartridge $14. They charged me for a wax ring, a new valve, the cartridge, their labor, and the use of a camera. In total you can say this whole ordeal actually cost me about $425 because Favinger Plumbing proceeded to charged me $40+ tax for their visit to my property. THANKS FAVINGER Plumbing!
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Real Estate Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in Mount Vernon, WA
Last update on October 15, 2025
Nc C.
5.0
10/2024
Excellent work , very professional the guy explained what the problem was with my roof right after he was done , highly recommend they are real good on what they do at very good price.thank you guys and keep up the good work!!
Matt K.
5.0
01/2022
Jim is an exceptional person and realtor. In the three real estate transactions I made with Jim (buy, sell, sell), he was the personification of attentive, caring and dedicated. Jim helped me buy my first house, making an extremely daunting and scary process feel manageable, comfortable and...
Marta B.
5.0
07/2018
I was just getting ready to give a good friend a referral to Joostens roofing and was curious what the Angie's list reviews looked like. I was surprised to see their B rating because in my experience they deserve an A rating. They are responsive and professional and the price was...
Ian C.
5.0
02/2017
Steve was excellent, he provided a full service realtor package at a fraction of the cost. Simple Fees flat fee model is one of kind, they are able to save you thousands of dollars on your real estate transactions.
Christine A.
5.0
07/2016
From the moment I contacted him, I knew Rick was the agent for me. Even before he had a contract with me, he was willing to offer advice. Rick did a great job of keeping me updated on the status of my home's sale ~ this was especially appreciated as I moved to the west coast two months after...
Communication was great. Tenants commented that they could feel a real difference . Kyle (the supervisor I dealt with) talked frankly about projects really worth doing and those with less than stellar payback. No push just professionalism with a nice percentage of friendly.
Gordon F.
5.0
08/2014
The Delta agent worked with me to determine units that best met our needs. In addition, he included a $1,000 county rebate. Anothed heatpump supplier quoted a higher price and insisted that the county air test was so strigent that it was not worth doing. The Delta agent reassured me that...
Joseph R.
1.0
02/2014
Neither me or my real estate agent will ever recommend Favinger Plumbing to anyone in Whatcom County. They receive an F from me on all criteria. The only redeeming factor is their office staff's amazing customer service and willngness to be helpful. It's just enough to pull you in and make...
With over 3 decades of experience, Tony Russo Appraisal has been a trusted name in residential property valuation. Based in Marysville, WA, we are a family-owned and operated firm committed to delivering high-quality residential appraisals with speed, precision, and integrity. Licensed since 1994 and certified since 2008, our team understands the importance of accuracy and timeliness in todays competitive real estate market. We proudly serve banks, accounting firms, REO and asset management companies, appraisal management firms, law offices, and insurance providers across the region. Every report we produce reflects decades of hands-on expertise, local market knowledge, and a commitment to professional excellence. Tony Russo Appraisal, our mission is simple: provide the insight, reliability, and responsiveness that give our clients the competitive edge they need to succeed.
With over 3 decades of experience, Tony Russo Appraisal has been a trusted name in residential property valuation. Based in Marysville, WA, we are a family-owned and operated firm committed to delivering high-quality residential appraisals with speed, precision, and integrity. Licensed since 1994 and certified since 2008, our team understands the importance of accuracy and timeliness in todays competitive real estate market. We proudly serve banks, accounting firms, REO and asset management companies, appraisal management firms, law offices, and insurance providers across the region. Every report we produce reflects decades of hands-on expertise, local market knowledge, and a commitment to professional excellence. Tony Russo Appraisal, our mission is simple: provide the insight, reliability, and responsiveness that give our clients the competitive edge they need to succeed.
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "
Melissa P on October 2025
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "
As a local real estate agent born and raised in Bellingham, Washington, I have a deep connection to this beautiful area and a lifelong mission to improve the community through my involvement in business, philanthropy, and the arts. In addition to helping clients with all of their real estate needs, I am also an avid basketball player, hiker, and biker and love sharing my knowledge of the area with new residents, assisting them in choosing the right neighborhood and other important factors in their move. As a top producer and top team member at The Muljat Group, the largest locally-owned brokerage in Whatcom County, I have a wealth of experience in the real estate industry and am active on the Board of Directors for the Whatcom County Association of Realtors. Some of my career highlights include negotiating the largest single residential sale in NWMLS history, a $4,000,000 estate on Lake Whatcom. If you have any questions about residential or commercial real estate in the Bellingham area, or if you just want some tips on the best food and fun activities and events in town, don't hesitate to reach out! I am dedicated to representing my clients in an honest and thorough manner and will always work to negotiate the best possible outcome and ensure a smooth process.
As a local real estate agent born and raised in Bellingham, Washington, I have a deep connection to this beautiful area and a lifelong mission to improve the community through my involvement in business, philanthropy, and the arts. In addition to helping clients with all of their real estate needs, I am also an avid basketball player, hiker, and biker and love sharing my knowledge of the area with new residents, assisting them in choosing the right neighborhood and other important factors in their move. As a top producer and top team member at The Muljat Group, the largest locally-owned brokerage in Whatcom County, I have a wealth of experience in the real estate industry and am active on the Board of Directors for the Whatcom County Association of Realtors. Some of my career highlights include negotiating the largest single residential sale in NWMLS history, a $4,000,000 estate on Lake Whatcom. If you have any questions about residential or commercial real estate in the Bellingham area, or if you just want some tips on the best food and fun activities and events in town, don't hesitate to reach out! I am dedicated to representing my clients in an honest and thorough manner and will always work to negotiate the best possible outcome and ensure a smooth process.
Washington State REALTOR® based in Bellingham, WA. I help people buy, sell, and manage their rental properties in Washington! It would be my pleasure to help you achieve all your real estate goals.
"I chose Irena to find me a home because she was born and raised in the area. I'm glad I did, because she helped me navigate the town I wanted to buy in, and even wrote offers for me in the middle of the night. Very satisfied with her services."
Jo J on July 2022
Washington State REALTOR® based in Bellingham, WA. I help people buy, sell, and manage their rental properties in Washington! It would be my pleasure to help you achieve all your real estate goals.
"I chose Irena to find me a home because she was born and raised in the area. I'm glad I did, because she helped me navigate the town I wanted to buy in, and even wrote offers for me in the middle of the night. Very satisfied with her services."
RAW Capital is a real estate solutions and investment firm that specializes in helping homeowners get rid of burdensome houses fast. We are investors and problem solvers who can buy your house fast with a fair all cash offer.
RAW Capital is a real estate solutions and investment firm that specializes in helping homeowners get rid of burdensome houses fast. We are investors and problem solvers who can buy your house fast with a fair all cash offer.
I have been licensed Broker since 1998 and have gained valuable knowledge and expertise to assist you with your upcoming Real Estate transaction! Sellers: Our listing program is designed to assist you with maximizing your home sale, by using our step by step approach that consistency ranks as one of the best in our MLS for days on market & list/sales price ratio. We consistently outpace the average days on market, and routinely net our sellers more at closing than our competition. We will work with you to develop a listing strategy that best suits your property and goals! Buyers: Our Buyer program is designed to assist you with the purchase of your new home, by using our step by step approach to the home buying process. We represent our buyers at the highest level, with strong negotiations & proven strategies to help you land your dream home. We work to understand what you are looking for, and will advise you on best practices to turn that dream into a reality!
I have been licensed Broker since 1998 and have gained valuable knowledge and expertise to assist you with your upcoming Real Estate transaction! Sellers: Our listing program is designed to assist you with maximizing your home sale, by using our step by step approach that consistency ranks as one of the best in our MLS for days on market & list/sales price ratio. We consistently outpace the average days on market, and routinely net our sellers more at closing than our competition. We will work with you to develop a listing strategy that best suits your property and goals! Buyers: Our Buyer program is designed to assist you with the purchase of your new home, by using our step by step approach to the home buying process. We represent our buyers at the highest level, with strong negotiations & proven strategies to help you land your dream home. We work to understand what you are looking for, and will advise you on best practices to turn that dream into a reality!
WA Realty Law provides real estate legal services and full-service real estate broker services. Buying and selling real estate has changed dramatically in the last few years! Buying and selling with WA Realty Law provides you with full service real estate broker services combined with the advice of an experienced real estate lawyer for a reasonable flat fee.
WA Realty Law provides real estate legal services and full-service real estate broker services. Buying and selling real estate has changed dramatically in the last few years! Buying and selling with WA Realty Law provides you with full service real estate broker services combined with the advice of an experienced real estate lawyer for a reasonable flat fee.
If you are looking to buy or sell your home, I am a realtor you can trust to put your interest first. Visit (www.lennickrealestate.com) to see testimonials. Ask me about my closing cost reward program which is unparalleled in our industry. I am confident I can provide you amazing service throughout this process.
If you are looking to buy or sell your home, I am a realtor you can trust to put your interest first. Visit (www.lennickrealestate.com) to see testimonials. Ask me about my closing cost reward program which is unparalleled in our industry. I am confident I can provide you amazing service throughout this process.
Winnow + Gild Luxury Virtual Staging is focused on creating stunning images for high-end homes. We use distinctive designer furniture + decor to virtually stage your home or listing. Our 6,000-piece catalog is continually updated to reflect the latest luxury trends and design industry standards. You can be assured of our top-quality luxury staging work during each step of the design process. From selecting the most appropriate photos, to collaborating on design for the spaces, and delivery of your final images, Winnow + Gild offers unparalleled customer care. Our worry-free guarantee ensures we will work on your images until you are satisfied. To our team, there are no shortcuts to quality work and customer satisfaction. We look forward to working with you! Drop us a line at [email protected] or give us a call to discuss the specific virtual home staging needs of your listing.
Winnow + Gild Luxury Virtual Staging is focused on creating stunning images for high-end homes. We use distinctive designer furniture + decor to virtually stage your home or listing. Our 6,000-piece catalog is continually updated to reflect the latest luxury trends and design industry standards. You can be assured of our top-quality luxury staging work during each step of the design process. From selecting the most appropriate photos, to collaborating on design for the spaces, and delivery of your final images, Winnow + Gild offers unparalleled customer care. Our worry-free guarantee ensures we will work on your images until you are satisfied. To our team, there are no shortcuts to quality work and customer satisfaction. We look forward to working with you! Drop us a line at [email protected] or give us a call to discuss the specific virtual home staging needs of your listing.
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FAQs for real estate service projects in Mount Vernon, WA
Yes, hiring a real estate agent is worth it. Many homeowners make the mistake of trying to sell their homes by themselves, thinking that they’ll save money on the commission, but what they save on the commission, they very often pay for in frustration and concessions on the sale price. Hiring a real estate agent to handle the sale of your home not only makes the process far easier and takes the burden off of you, but most homeowners get more for their homes when going through an agent because of the marketing and salesmanship they bring to the table.
Real estate agents work on commission, so the cost of hiring an agent will depend on the cost of the home you’re buying or selling. The listing contract should include information about the commission for both agents, which is usually 6 percent of the sale price in total or 3 percent per side. With an average national home value of around $440,000, the typical commission per agent is $13,200. However, you won’t pay this total out of pocket. Instead, the commission comes out of the sale price of the property.
Interviewing real estate agents is the best way to find the right person for the job. Consider asking the following questions to find the best agent for you:
How will you show my property?
Will you do open houses to market my home?
How will you handle dual agency (representing the buyer and you as the seller)?
Should I make repairs to my home before listing?
Will you get professional photos taken of my home?
What is the best price you think we can get for my property?
How long do you expect the sale to take?
You don’t legally need a real estate agent as a buyer, as you can represent yourself, but you should always hire an agent as a home buyer. A professional real estate agent will have access to local MLS services to find homes that meet your criteria and needs, can connect you with other professionals—like a mortgage broker and real estate attorney—you’ll need for the purchase, and can often negotiate a better price for your home to help save you money. Plus, as the buyer, your agent’s commission comes from the seller’s proceeds from the sale of the home.
The Mount Vernon, WA homeowners’ guide to real estate services
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