Local Services Directory

Movers, plumbers, HVAC, electricians — every name here is one Chris has personally vetted or clients keep recommending. No referral fees, just honest picks.

From Chris: every business on this list has been personally vetted or comes highly recommended by clients. When you're new to Cincinnati, the last thing you need is to roll the dice on a contractor.

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How do businesses get on this list?

Two ways: Chris has personally used them, or multiple clients have recommended them after good experiences. Nobody pays to be listed and there are no referral fees — and if a business stops delivering, it comes off the list.

What services should I line up first when moving to Cincinnati?

Book your mover as early as you can — good crews fill up weeks ahead, especially in summer. Once you have a close date, schedule utility transfers, then line up anything the first week needs: locksmith, deep cleaning, an HVAC check before your first Ohio winter or summer. The First 30 Days checklist walks the whole sequence.

Does Chris get paid for these referrals?

No. There are no referral fees or kickbacks behind this directory. It exists because "who do I call for this?" is the most common question new Cincinnati residents ask, and rolling the dice on an unknown contractor in a brand-new city is a bad way to start.

What if I need a trade that isn't listed?

Ask. Chris keeps a longer working list than what's published here, and past clients cover nearly every trade — roofers, fence installers, tree services, appliance repair. One message usually turns up a trusted name.

Can't find the trade you need?

Chris keeps a longer list than what's published here. Tell him what you need done and he'll connect you — and if you've found a great local business yourself, he'd love to add it.