The reality of searching for an apartment lies in three factors - location, infrastructure, and…read moreprice - wherein you can only choose two. It blows, and it makes for a lot of frustrating searches. Thank the cosmos for reviews, where you could start with your apartment hunt at the comfort of your childhood bedroom. This is a review for the apartment building of 189 Maginhawa. You're welcome. PROS: Security? You are literally beside the Quezon City Police Department HQ. They also have security people, a lobby person, and CCTVs on the hallway; Rooms are great, with the building being newly constructed and all. Furnishings have this condo-type feel. I'm placing this in between pros and cons -- Location is great because it's in Maginhawa. Right downstairs or a few blocks away are establishments for a variety of your needs. But it's also not a good location if you're a commuter who goes out for work/school frequently. Tricycles and cabs are hard to come by. CONS: P10,000.00 a month for an 18-square-meter studio apartment, electricity, water, and cable/internet bills not included; I heard phone signal strength weakens inside the units; You climb three floors (or more) of stairs to get to your unit. TL;DR: Infrastructure - impressive. Location - depends if you have your own vehicle, but OK in general. Price - expensive for its size.

Tita Flory's apartments are recommended if you're a student, a young professional starting out in…read morehis or her career, or a young couple with no kids yet. It's a 2-storey complex of studio apartments one tambling away from the bustling Maginhawa scene. Each studio apartment has its own kitchen counter, bathroom, and living/bedroom/dining space. Yes, there are slashes between those functions because the space is tiny - about 20 square meters. It's ideal for just 1-2 people in each apartment. You have your own electricity and water meter, on which bills are sent directly to your room. WiFi? You gotta have yours installed yourself. Pros: Bathrooms are bigger than expected; Security is good - CCTV cameras are placed around the gate and one along the hallway; Peaceful, quiet, and private; Tita Flory is a really nice woman; and, of course, LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION. Cons: Relatively expensive, compared to other studio apartments in Krus na Ligas (KnL); Can't throw big dance parties. Unless being in a clown car version of an apartment is your thing. Lounging-lounging lang; She doesn't have a phone number. You have to wait patiently for Tita Flory to go downstairs after pressing the doorbell several times; Limited parking space. TL;DR - Consider living here if you want a small "tulugan lang" and temporary living space while you get your act together. It's decent and safe and comfy.

Waited for these guys for 1.30 hours after taking out the time from my busy day..After I finally…read morecalled them, they tell me let's just keep an appointment for tomorrow..Do they have no ethics or consideration for someone else's time? Absolutely unprofessional.. stay away from these people.

From the owner: ASGC Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Services specializes in HVAC solutions for residential and…read morecommercial clients, offering air conditioning installation, repair, and maintenance. We focus on quality workmanship, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Brief Description ASGC Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Services, based in Marikina City, provides comprehensive HVAC services including installation, repair, and maintenance across Metro Manila and Rizal. Our skilled technicians ensure your comfort and peace of mind with prompt and professional service during business hours. What Makes Us Unique? Customer-Centric Approach: Personalized solutions tailored to your needs. Skilled Technicians: Experienced professionals trained in the latest HVAC technologies. Business Hours Only: Service available during standard business hours for your convenience. Energy Efficiency: Energy audits and eco-friendly solutions to save on utility bills. Maintenance Plans: Tailored plans for efficient and reliable HVAC operation. Quality Commitment: High-quality parts and materials for long-lasting performance. Transparent Pricing: Free estimates and clear pricing with no hidden costs. Choose ASGC Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Services for all your HVAC needs and experience unmatched service and dedication. Your comfort is our priority!

I have been living in Taft Avenue for 5 years now, three of which I have spent living in Orlando…read moreSuites. Before moving to Orlando Suites, we lived in a small apartment near Hotel Benilde. I'd like to be very straightforward and tell you that we got robbed there. Thieves actually broke into our apartment and stole some of our stuff. I don't mean to scare anyone, Taft Avenue is still a pretty good place to stay in. There's still nothing wrong with being a little careful though. After the incident, my parents thought we should live in an apartment building with good security. This is why we are now staying in Orlando Suites. The place is a nice, 10-storey building with 8 residential floors, a pool and a function room on the third floor, a gym, tennis and badminton court, a pool table and a rooftop garden on the tenth floor. Pretty nice, huh? They also have bi-monthly pest control programs to ensure pest-free living. And if you're too lazy to clean your own unit, the maintenance team can do it for you for 250 pesos each. Lastly, the security team is amazing! There are at least 7-10 security guards in the building to protect you and would sometimes also help you with your bags and groceries, or getting a cab. So for those looking for a place in Taft, try Orlando Suites. I'll see you there!

The first time I moved to Manila, I was living in the tiniest studio apartment you could ever…read moreimagine. It was a box, basically, and while you're sitting on the toilet, you can rest your forehead on the wall you're facing without undue stretching. It was that tiny. So when my sisters moved in with me to attend college in DLSU, I was thrilled. That meant a bigger apartment! My parents ended up choosing an apartment in Orlando Suites. Not only was it in a very central location, it was also only 10-stories high. My dad had a thing about tall buildings, which was a sound fear, since in a building this low, I won't die if the elevator was undergoing maintenance or something. It was also very secure, and after three years of living here, we were chummy with all the security guards. We even get invited to their Christmas parties. Aside from their roomy and airy apartments, they also offer dormitory-style residences for those who like to live with other people. It's sad that we may have to move soon -- this has been home for so long.

NOT RECOMMENDED/UNREASONABLE RATES, so I would not recommend them. For less than 20 minutes' work,…read morethey charged a steep price. Yes, they came after office hours, but for the work done and the price they charged, I thought it was very unfair. They even left leaks that weren't there before and which they didn't fix. They sent a different plumber from the one I talked to and they preyed on the fact of our desperation that we had no water at that time.

Thank you for a job well done sa electrical problem and renovation sa gate namin…read more Thank you s team na naghandle samin. And thanks to their Boss for the discount. God Bless po.

Very professional staff. Was able to remove the dust and dirt in the crooks and crannies of my…read morehome. Would recommend to family.

From the owner: We are a cleaning company built to help maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of everyone's home…read more We are using a highly advanced cleaning equipment as an effective dust removal and air purifier. We ensure detailed cleaning regimen to provide satisfaction to the highly meticulous individuals. We treat your home with utmost care and respect. We keep a happy outlook while cleaning your home. We employ a respectful and trustworthy staff. Using a High Efficiency Particulate Arrestance (HEPA) filter-equipped advanced hydrocleaning vacuum machine that traps air pollutants, particulate substances, and dust mites lingering in your home, the HomeCleanic Cleaning Services delivers an effective and efficient cleaning from ceiling to floor, wall to wall, disinfecting, sanitizing, upholstering furnitures and air purifying your home for a healthier allergen-free and dust-free living. We love to clean your home and office!

They leave some parts of my unit uncleaned. Those parts in…read morehigh places that I seldom look at.

Service has declined terribly. Booked them today, the people they sent were late, saying they…read morecouldn't find us on waze (clearly a lie, our address is easy to find and we've never had an issue like that with any other service in the past). The cleaners they sent were rather lazy - they did an awful job cleaning the dishes, and everything was still oily and dirty, so we had to rewash all the dishes ourselves afterwards. They also didn't bother cleaning the sink after doing the dishes, leaving food waste just sitting in the sink and drain. They gathered the garbage, put it in a big trash bag, then just left it at the side of our house and didn't even tie up the bag. Shocking to spend such a big amount (3600) for such bad service. Complained to them about their bad cleaners, and customer service replied with "Sorry to hear about your experience, yes po we can make a note here sa convo para pag ng book po tayo makita agad ng team" - wtf kind of solution is that? Used to book with them, but their service has really become terrible. Never using them again, make sure to avoid them

I had just moved out of this dorm after graduating. I stayed for about half of my years in college…read more It was the cheapest dormitory within the area. The dorm itself isn't very nice. I prefer a more "condo-ish" interior. I found it a bit weird that the guards tend to be nosy. One time, I was just about to leave the dorm and go back to province when suddenly the guard followed me outside of the gate and asked where I was going and why even if I was on the phone and in very much a hurry. Their so-called library isn't apparently air-conditioned and the interior of my building wasn't fully symmetrical. The floors weren't all "pantay" and the elevator's very slow. The fridge usually doesn't have any space, some of the food I put there go missing, likewise with the condiments like oil, salt, and pepper that I leave in the kitchen just like my fellow dormers. It was an alright place to stay at if you wanna settle for less. But if you really want that perfect city life, I would prefer somewhere better and more sulit.

My very good friend Lexie lived here all 4 years of college life and she always felt very content,…read morenot feeling the need to move anywhere else or to dorm on-campus. She was roommates with her best friend and the two of them always just said how comfortable it was and how the security was really tight. One time that I went over, the guard didn't even want to let me in at first, but after some assurance from Lexie that I wasn't gonna be there long, the guard allowed it. She was perfectly nice about all of it though. Those were just the rules! As you enter the dorm building, you see right away a courtyard area, right in the middle of everything, with all these plants and flowers and wooden benches. Pretty homey! It's like they have their own little garden right in there. Some blockmates and I (all girls only haha) actually had a pleasant study session there, freshman year. Going inside the room, you can see how it's pretty spacious! They had a double room I guess, which fit two twin size beds easily with much space left to move around. They also had their own bathroom inside the room, closets, and a big table to one side where their toaster, fridge, and other food stuff were on. It's more like a small apartment than just a dorm. And it was cool they could have a toaster. I don't think you can have that in the dorms on campus, lol. Even the other nicer dorms in the area are just basic bedrooms, and the bathrooms are even outside. I could see how it was very comfortable at Dormitoryana. You could rest easy with the good security as well. Would have been nice to live there, indeed. (If only I could have dormed! But I lived too near school, hahaha).

** HORRIBLE experience with Aqua Blue'ver NOT Aquabest **…read more Read my Yelp Review on Aqua Blue'ver to see why you should avoid using their service for purified water delivery. Affiliated numbers 0916-2501600 and 0921-5854425 and 02-835-5967. Based on an old FB post of someone's business cards, Aqua Blue'ver is located in South Cembo, Makati City. That post is where I got the other two numbers for the company. Prior to me adding them on Yelp and Google, they didn't have an online presence. Weird for a company who supposedly opened in 2002. Why the mix up? Thought I misheard Aqua Blue'ver manager when she said, "Aqua blue," especially since Aqua Blue'ver was unlisted on Google, Yelp, and Facebook and didn't have a company website. So, I thought she must have said Aquabest and left my one-star review for Aqua Blue'ver here. I'm back to correct my error. Luckily, Aquabest is other purified water delivery option at One Uptown Residences. Glad to give Aquabest a chance after repeated failed deliveries by Aqua Blue'ver. Giving them 4-stars as we start using their service. Updated: March 20, 2020

You think that buying purified water necessarily means that you and your family are safe? Think…read moreagain. Sure, they thoroughly clean your containers at the refilling station. But have you ever seen how they have been handled by the water delivery guys? The risk of contamination in your drinking water is high during delivery. That's why I personally go to the water refilling station, bringing my 5-gallon water bottles for refill or having them exchanged for freshly filled up containers whenever there are stocks. For more than two years now, I buy my water from Aquabest in Finlandia. It's very near Batangas Street. Doing so, I've seen how they operate and I can say only one thing, they are clean. Since I started buying from this refilling station, I never had problems like weird tasting water or even diarrhea. I'm impressed that the water containers they use for other customers look new or just slightly used. This matters a lot to me because I don't want a banged up, dirty container sitting upside down on my water dispenser. This Aquabest is open from 8:00am until 7:00pm. If you want, they also deliver to homes and offices within Makati City.

My sister and her husband are in the final stages of building their house. It took years of saving,…read morelots of bickering and some headaches here and there before they got to this point. The 2 have very different tastes. My sisters wants the house to have a colonial look while her husband as my sister puts it, wants the house to look like an office. And because I was the 3rd adult in our tiny family, I had to intervene from time to time. They both agreed on one thing though: the bathrooms should be beautiful at all costs. So, one Sunday afternoon with my nieces in tow we went to the Dexterton Showroom in Quezon City. Here we found an impressive lineup of everything one needs to build a home. They have top brands and designers, fine designer, chandeliers, lighting fixtures and more. No need to go anywhere else when you're here. Tips: 1. Come here early and bring a camera! Take photos of the things that you like. 2. Try to bring a blueprint of your house just in case you need to give the attendant some specs.

From the owner: Founded in 1962 as a local hardware store in Caloocan, Dexterton has since expanded to include…read morehigh-quality bathroom fixtures and furniture. Now with a headquarters in Quezon City and a residence and showroom building in Bonifacio Global City, Dexterton represents over a hundred brands across numerous major product divisions. These divisions include but are not limited to bathroom essentials, furniture, tiles, kitchen fixtures, lamps, home accessories, hardware items, and more. Currently, we carry world-class building material brands such as Gessi, Kohler, Inda, Mapei, Stiebel Eltron, Jacuzzi, Gruppo Tresse, Hansa, Blanco, Crestial, Stoermer, Artelinea, Marazzi, Rondine, and Laufen; award-winning furniture brands such as Simmons, Himolla, Caracole, and Michelle Moore; as well as top lighting fixture brands like Artemide, Vistosi, and Pablo. For over 50 years, we don’t just help our clients build houses - we help them build homes.