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    Barker Tech

    Barker Tech

    (84 reviews)

    It's not often you come across someone in business who reminds you that basic human kindness still…read moreexists. Jake at Barker Tech did that for my wife and me. Our home has an older AV system installed years ago by another contractor. Over time, the system became outdated, complicated, and the contractor became harder to reach and increasingly expensive. My wife and I separated several years ago, but she still lives in the home and has always struggled with the universal remote and the setup's complexity. Recently, she called me in distress because she couldn't turn on the television in the living room. Under normal circumstances, that would be a small inconvenience. But my wife is currently battling stage-four ovarian cancer and only has a few months left. All she wanted was the simple comfort of sitting on the couch and watching TV. I called Jake and explained the situation. Without hesitation, he said he would come take a look. The next day, he and one of his technicians, Wilson, showed up and spent over an hour patiently troubleshooting the system until they got everything working again. When the work was finished, I asked what I owed him. Jake said there would be no charge given my wife's condition. I was honestly taken back. In a world where it often feels like everything is transactional, Jake chose compassion instead. This wasn't just good service, it was humanity, and I'll never forget that kindness. If you're looking for someone who truly cares about his clients and takes pride in his work, Barker Tech is the real deal.

    I'm torn writing this because I honestly want to keep Barker Tech a secret so they're always…read moreavailable when I have an issue! But the work Jake has done is too good not to share. I previously used a big Bay Area AV/home automation company. I spent over six figures on the initial install when I was rebuilding my house, and after that, every "fix" cost thousands. They had me on a Savant system where even a simple upgrade--like adding a new Apple TV 4K--was quoted at $4,000 because I needed new video cards. I was tired of the "gatekeeping" and not being able to make simple changes myself. I hired Jake to fix the mess, and Barker Tech has been incredible. He didn't just patch things up. he completely updated my network and AV, removed the bloated Savant system, and simplified my entire home automation setup. The result? A system that is high-end, significantly more dependable and simple, I'm able to DIY some things and I don't need to worry about explaining to my wife why a simple change to the system costs more than our first car we bought. The responsiveness is what really sets them apart. I recently had a troubleshooting issue: Jake responded within 5 minutes and had it totally resolved in 15 minutes. Barker Tech feels "too good to be true" because the knowledge and attention to detail are world-class, but the prices are actually reasonable. If you're tired of being overcharged by the big firms, call Jake. (Just don't take up all his time!)

    Superior Home Theater Installation - Samsung TV Frame 43''

    Superior Home Theater Installation

    (243 reviews)

    This is my second time working with Rob for TV mounting and home theater installs. 3 years ago Rob…read moreinstalled a surround sound system and mounted our Frame TV with wires in the wall. We have been so pleased with our new surround sound. 3 years and it's still one of our favorite things we've done. When our Frame TV's backlight died (do not recommend), we were so happy with his work the first time around, we didn't bother calling anyone else. Rob and Alex are very friendly. They are extremely knowledgeable and do excellent work. It is always a good price as well. We also did a fireplace build-out so one of the speakers had to be removed for that. We had them move the speaker and mount our new (and much better) TV. Highly recommend working with these guys!

    Rob and I first spoke about getting our surround system working properly again…read more Then we got talking about TVs. I'd been looking to replace my energy guzzling 2009 plasma. He told me he could get me anything I could get at Costco, Amazon, or Best Buy for the same price they sell it for, plus $170 for installation. So then we got down to brass tacks, discussiong which model would be best for my space. Rob is extremely knowledgable about TVs and we quickly setted on one. He was able to procure the TV for me the next day, before the next price increase, and installed it the following week. He also got the system in the other room sounding much better. Highly recommend Rob and Alex!

    Levines Lights: Home Audio-Visual and Automation

    Levines Lights: Home Audio-Visual and Automation

    (26 reviews)

    I was in the middle of upgrading my home theater system and initially planned to do everything…read moremyself. I'm really glad I was recommended to talk to Levine Lighting before going too far down that path--it ended up being incredibly valuable. From the start, the team was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. They took the time to review all of my gear choices, walk me through the pros and cons, and make sure everything would work together the right way. They even helped me avoid a few unnecessary purchases, which saved me money in the long run. Their pricing is very competitive, but honestly, their expertise is priceless. They handled the full installation--ceiling speakers, tower speakers, and all of my equipment--and the quality of the work really stood out. The wiring is exceptionally clean, with everything routed behind walls and through cabinetry in a way that looks seamless. Communication was great throughout the process--they were responsive, clear, and reliable. I'd highly recommend reaching out to them if you're considering any kind of home theater installation or upgrade. Even just talking through your setup with them is worth it.

    Levines Lights did an excellent job installing our 5.1 surround sound theater system. Their team…read morewas extremely knowledgeable, took the time to answer every question I had, and walked me through multiple demos at their warehouse so I could understand the options and feel confident in the setup. They were also flexible with scheduling and very responsive throughout the process, whether I had a quick question, wanted a small tweak, or needed guidance after the install. The system sounds fantastic, and the overall experience was smooth and professional from start to finish. Highly recommend.

    Kurtis Company - Chase Lombard - Van Ness branch, 3 monitor video wall.

    Kurtis Company

    (79 reviews)

    Laurel Heights, Inner Richmond

    Kurtis's team set our house up with a wired and wireless network and security cameras. He also…read moremounted our TV on the wall and hid all cables to make it fit well in our living room. Aside from being very knowledgeable about his domain, Kurtis and his team are also able to think creatively about different solutions. The pathway they created for all the wiring took them a great deal of effort, but it's almost invisible, both inside and outside the house. Their team worked tirelessly to make sure everything was installed well while maintaining the esthetic of our house. Asking for small adjustments, like lowering the TV after the first installment or removing older cameras, was never an issue. It was an absolute pleasure to work with Kurtis, and I'd be more than happy to approach him again for future projects.

    We had our house-wide theater system upgrade and wifi mesh installation done by Kurtis and his very…read moreprofessional team 18 months ago. I just ran into him and seeing him reminded me that I meant to write a review after I decided whether their work was worth the money. Ours was probably a small-to-mid-size job for him, but it felt big to us, and Kurtis and team were sensitive to our concerns, as well as very efficient at getting the job done. We have been extremely happy with our new TVs with upgraded sound, our extended wifi, and mind-blowing theater system in our "man cave". I 100% recommend Kurtis Company.

    Target

    Target

    (452 reviews)

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    Hold up! The fact they still sell hot popcorn AND ICEE at the same location is wild. This was a…read morenice surprise. The nostalgia of the good ole days. So yesss I had to grab some. The kid of popcorn was only $1.50...winning. They have everything at this location, including a whole grocery and makeup area too.

    I've been a big fan of Target for many years, but recently I've been disappointed in the direction…read morethey are taking--and especially the San Mateo location. In the grocery section, their corporate direction seems to be stocking more and more of their store brands with much less nationally branded products. For example, they have almost no Early California olives, and all Archer Farms or another of their brands. Since it's unknown who makes these products, I don't buy them. The prices are sometimes higher than the national brands. I've always purchased Viva paper towels at Target in San Mateo and now they've replaced these with their own brand of a poor-quality product. (note that other locations still carry Viva, just not San Mateo). I know they make better margins on their own brands, but customers do have brand loyalty on some products. I find myself making the drive to Walmart more frequently--much better selection and much lower prices. Target once was known for fun, good-quality seasonal items. I have many that are now part of our family collection of decorations. Now they have a smaller selection at cheap Dollar Store quality. I guess they don't want it to last multiple seasons! They have also locked up many items at this store. I understand theft and their need to do this, but I've pressed the buzzer and waited 10+ minutes, and no one ever comes. This has happened on dozens of visits. Many times, while I'm waiting, I use the store Wi-Fi to order the item from Amazon. Not only am I frustrated, but it also takes away from the time I had planned to spend in the store--so I buy less. In this time where customers are looking for value, Target seems to be concentrating on their own profits.

    Preferred Connections - electronics - Updated May 2026

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