Diamond Certified Blog

with Dr. Thomas Aller, president of Dr. Thomas A. Aller Optometrist, Inc.

Hygiene, nutrition, physical safety, emotional well-being…there are a lot of things to think about when raising young children, which is why parents often find themselves prioritizing immediate concerns over less pressing ones. One common instance of the latter is eye health—after all, except for severe instances, vision problems are rarely ostensibly apparent, which makes it easy for them to go unnoticed. However, the furtive character of such problems makes it all the more crucial for parents to give some foresight to their children’s optical health. Read more

Earlier this week, we posted an article that shed light on some common myths about buying and selling real estate. One of these myths regarded how long sellers should wait before accepting offers on their homes. To learn more about this subject, watch this informative video by Diamond Certified Expert Contributor Marc Guay of Coldwell Banker.

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To the uninitiated, the real estate industry can be complex and confusing, which is why it’s common for first-time buyers and sellers to have ill-founded notions or unrealistic expectations. So, we asked five Diamond Certified Expert Contributors to set the record straight about some prevalent real estate myths. Read more

Redesigning your landscape is a great way to enhance both the beauty of your home and the enjoyment of your outdoor living space. However, according to Diamond Certified Expert Contributor Jerry Allison, to ensure a good result, you’ll need to take several practical considerations into account, including the following: Read more

For more helpful moving information, check out our Moving Resources Page. 

When it’s time to move, unless you’re planning to pack up your station wagon, you’ll need to select a moving company. As with all contractors, you should obtain at least three estimates before making a choice, but there are other factors to consider as well. Read more

With Mark Sanford of Better Hearing Center

Most people know about hearing aids, but few are aware that they fall into two different categories. The first type of hearing aid is called a “daily wear device,” which is worn during the day and removed at night. Daily wear hearing aids have been around for a long time, but today’s devices are fully digital and programmable to meet wearers’ individual needs.

The second type of hearing aid is called an “extended wear device.” This hearing aid is placed deep within the ear canal and, unlike a daily wear device, worn 24 hours a day. Professionally installed by an audiologist, Read more

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the words “window tint”? If you’re like most people, you probably envision the blacked-out windows of a flashy sports car. However, this stereotypical association does little justice to the many practical benefits of and uses for window tint (also known as window film). Whether applied in a vehicle, residential home or commercial establishment, window tint is an economical way to enhance interior comfort, protection and performance.

Automotive Applications
While often done simply for looks, tinting a car’s windows offers several practical benefits, starting with improved visibility. Read more

We’ve just completed the massive distribution of the 2016 Diamond Certified Directory, with more than 800,000 copies reaching homes and businesses throughout the Greater Bay Area. (If you haven’t received your FREE copy in the mail yet, click here.) April distribution marks the end of a season around here. Every year, we spend six to eight months producing the Diamond Certified Directory. In the final stage of the production process, Director of Production Char Leary and her team head off to Las Vegas. Read more

Earlier this week, we posted an article featuring expert tips on roof replacement and maintenance. One of the points mentioned was tile roof maintenance, which consists of several specific measures. To learn more about tile roof maintenance, watch this informative video by Diamond Certified Expert Contributor Tom Rhoads, owner of Roof-Life Construction.

To learn more from local top rated companies, visit our Diamond Certified Expert Reports at experts.diamondcertified.info. Read more

A roof is considered one of the bare essentials of life—after all, how many times did your parents remind you to be thankful for “the roof over your head”? Unfortunately, in addition to being essential, roofs happen to be extremely expensive. That’s why, if you’re planning for a roof replacement, you’ll want to be proactive about making a wise investment. To help you do just that, we’ve created the following roof replacement guide, featuring helpful expertise from five Diamond Certified Expert Contributors.

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