Our Preferred Vendors
& Local Favorites
Everyone we actually call — contractors who’ve worked on our own homes, cleaners who earn our guests 5-star reviews, and the Greensboro shops and services we send every friend to. No paid placements. Just real relationships built over years of rehabbing homes in this community.
In a world dominated by private equity, mega-corporations, and antitrust lawsuits, we believe it matters to support local, family-owned businesses wherever possible. Most of our vendors are exactly that — local, independent, and community-rooted. A couple (like Lowe’s) are big box out of necessity, and we are transparent about that. These are people we’ve called at 7 pm when something broke. If someone shared this link with you for a specific vendor, use the category links above to jump straight there.
From our blog — rehabbing & restoring old Greensboro homes
HVAC & Plumbing
2 vendors
Red has repaired and replaced HVAC systems on multiple homes we manage, as well as homes of friends and colleagues. Responsive, reliable, and one of our most trusted contractors.
General Contractors & Builders
3 vendorsFully certified Greensboro-based general contractor specializing in custom single-family homes and renovations across the Triad. Our go-to when a project needs someone to manage multiple vendors and keep historic character intact.

Founded by builder and designer Diego Gomez with 25+ years of professional experience. Has done solid work at Wafco Mills. Get price and full scope of work in writing before starting so all charges and changes are documented.
Glass & Glazing
1 vendorOne of the oldest glass companies in the country, with a local Greensboro shop on Spring Garden Street. Window replacement, custom shower enclosures, mirrors, tabletops, and commercial storefront glazing.
Electrical
1 vendorOur trusted licensed electrician. David is the person we call when electrical work needs to be done right and done safely. He has earned our full confidence on our own properties.
Handymen & Repair Crews
2 vendors
Salvador leads a network of skilled contractors covering small electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work. He has completed projects for us and for many of our clients.

Jose and Alma lead a team covering painting, general handyman work, demolition, and trash removal. We have also had them handle small electrical and plumbing repairs on our properties.
Pest Control, Crawlspace & Tile Restoration
3 vendors
We used Dogwood to dry out the basement at 1007 Grayland. The inside of that basement is now fully dry. Water still comes in down the exterior stairwell — a separate issue — but the interior waterproofing was effective.

Recommended by Architectural Salvage and used by us to reglaze the vintage tub at 1007 Grayland. Perfect for restoring period fixtures rather than replacing them. Work typically completed in one day.
Cleaning Services
2 vendorsOur Airbnb cleaning crew. Ashton Stull communicates well even when issues arise, and her team of over 20 women consistently earns us 5-star cleaning reviews across our short-term rentals.

Our regular residential cleaning service for our own home and long-term properties. Dependable and thorough — we have trusted Beata for years.
Architectural Salvage & Home Goods
3 vendorsA treasure trove of quality vintage hardware, fixtures, and things we can’t always name but deeply appreciate. We love upcycling pieces from here — the care taken in preserving these elements shows in everything they stock.
We shop here first whenever we’re looking for that one unique piece for a room — and they consistently have it. A beloved Greensboro creative reuse nonprofit we are proud to support.
Two Greensboro locations filled with quality secondhand furniture, lighting, estate jewelry, vintage clothing, art, and tools. One on Mills Street off Battleground, one on Holden Road near Patterson. Both are excellent.
Appliances & Outlet Shopping
2 vendorsWorth checking before buying new at full retail price — the savings can be significant on a full rehab.
Health & Wellness
2 vendors
Our favorite local source for natural remedies, foods, and a wide selection of herbs and supplements. Independently owned with deeply knowledgeable staff who take the time to help.
Yes, Ivy is our daughter — and yes, we are absolutely biased. She is also a certified herbalist who is passionate about her health journey and generous in sharing that knowledge. She has been a genuine gift to our own wellbeing.
Local Favorites & Downtown Spots
1 vendorA downtown Greensboro gathering spot and market we love and actively support. Founded by Daniel Leonard and Nick Benshoff — exactly the kind of independently owned, community-rooted business this city needs more of.
Arts, Music & Culture
1 vendorA vibrant local band led by the soulful TL Lineberry, delivering a nostalgic mix of Allman Brothers-inspired southern rock and smooth yacht rock. Groovy guitar riffs, lush harmonies, and laid-back rhythms — a consistent fan favorite in the Greensboro live music scene. Eric says go.
Homes for Rent in Mid-Town Greensboro NC


