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From leaky faucets to burst pipes, hiring a Thumbtack professional is the fast and easy way to handle all your plumbing needs.
"It has not been easy – not only from a cost perspective but just managing this whole thing," homeowner Walter Aldana
Getting things done around the house has never been easier.
Finding and hiring top-rated house cleaners, junk removal pros and more has never been easier.
Thumbtack makes it simple to switch to solar energy in your area.
This season, make your dreams of a freshly manicured lawn or a flower-filled yard a reality when you hire a top-rated landscaper.
An ounce of prevention can save you lots of money in the long run and keep your home safe from damage.
On May 13, wander through five well-appointed homes in San Mateo, Burlingame and Hillsborough to raise money for mental health.
If you're looking for a relatively inexpensive way to boost your home's curb appeal, painting the exterior can do wonders.
Leave it to the pros to repair just about anything in your home, from electronics to furniture — and everything in between!
Top-rated cleaning professionals are available to help get your house next-level clean.
In addition to a spacious living room, the home also has an eat-in chef's kitchen leading to a downstairs room ideal for a den or office.
The new time-of-use rate plan will charge customers more for using energy during the peak pricing hours of 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
San Mateo County residents who replace their methane gas water heaters with electric water heaters could receive rebates.
Divorce is likely the largest financial transaction you’ll ever make. These are common mistakes people make in divorce.
The detection of 2 Asian citrus psyllids within the cities of Foster City and Redwood City have resulted in a survey and treatment program.
It may hit 77 degrees this weekend, according to the National Weather Service.
It's time for those spring showers!
The strong winds may result in downed trees and downed power lines, weather officials warn. (breaking)
BREAKING: Check the weekend snow report ...
BREAKING: Here is some of the damage that's been reported around San Mateo County in the last 24 hours.
BREAKING: There's a chance of thunderstorms and flooding, weather service officials say.
Heavy rainfall is expected for much of the rest of the day. [BREAKING]
"Locations that are typically dry during high tide may become submerged due to this extreme tidal cycle," the NWS warns. [BREAKING]
The North Bay will see the greatest accumulations beginning Sunday.
At least two storms are headed to the Bay Area this week, weather officials say. (Breaking)
In San Mateo County, Spring Valley has recorded the most rain in the current Bay Area storm.
It's the third consecutive day of smog alerts from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District.
Last year, 4,369 people turned out for cleanup events across San Mateo County, officials say. Full list of local events here.
If you can -- bike, carpool, take public transit or walk. It's the 19th "Spare the Air" alert of the year.
Zillow used NOAA data to look at cities in 23 states. The gist - buy a life preserver.
Air district officials suggest local residents carpool or take public transit if possible.
"Harmonious, drought tolerant landscaping welcomes visitors and creates natural habitat for birds, bees, and insects," city says.
Bay Area Air Quality Management District has issued unhealthy ozone alert.
Temps predicted to be high, and winds projected to be light.
See the forecast for San Mateo.
El Nino is officially over, scientists say. But computer models indicate La Nina may not be far behind -- bad news for water managers.
"The single most effective way for residents to reduce smog is to drive less," the Bay Area Air Quality Management District says.
Some inland parts of the Bay Area are forecast to hit 100+ degrees this weekend. Lucky Peninsula residents won't have it quite that bad