Hamlet of Rhinecliff · New York

Rhinecliff Recommends

Tradespeople and services vouched for by neighbors, in their own words. Collected from the hamlet WhatsApp group, 2021–2026.

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All 106 providers

Updated Oct 29, 2026

Plumbing & Heating

14

Keith Morgan

Plumbing, heating, boilers In the hamlet

ZBLGCM3 neighbors

Zach B., Sep 2026 — “Have you tried contacting Keith at Rhinecliff Plumbing?”

Works out of Todd Abraham & Sons in Red Hook. Introduced to the group by his partner, Cristina M.

Kulk's Plumbing and Heating

Plumbing

APMRKM3 neighbors

Anya P., Aug 2025 — “We use Kulks and have always had a decent experience”

A neighbor who has used them for years called and left several messages in September 2026 and got no call back.

Sinnott Plumbing

Plumbing

LGMS2 neighbors

Lisa G., Sep 2026 — “Also try Sinnott”

Todd Essery

Plumbing

RTJL2 neighbors

Rob T., Aug 2026 — “Todd Essery is excellent. (you can call or text that number)”

Rycor (New Paltz)

Heat pumps / mini-splits

MSK2 neighbors

Marita S., Jul 2025 — “we used Rycor in New Platz, recommended by Sue S., and had an excellent experience with them”

Kevin Haggerty

HVAC repair

SH1 neighbor

Sarah H., May 2026 — “Kevin Haggerty”

Rohde

HVAC / heat pump service

DC1 neighbor

Dana C., Nov 2025 — “We hired Rohde to service/assess our lemon unit that Malcarne installed- Rohde was able to diagnose and clearly prescribe a fix.”

Going Green Plumbing and Heating (Clinton Corners)

Plumbing, heating, mini-splits

L1 neighbor

Lucy, Jul 2025 — “Going Green Plumbing and Heating!”

Jim Jaycox

Plumbing

TH1 neighbor

Tim Hen., Dec 2023 — “Jim Jaycox is great and typically very responsive.”

Sal Legname

Plumbing

MS1 neighbor

Matt Sh., Dec 2023 — “Sal Legname is usually pretty fast. Also is good and a nice guy.”

Mid-Hudson Fuel Buying Co-op

Heating oil Last vouched 2023

GB1 neighbor

George B., Jan 2023 — “next July sign up with midhudsonfuelbuyingcoop.org for best pricing. Their heating oil provider is HOP who have been very good”

Their supplier has been Bottini for the 2025 and 2026 seasons; it was HOP in 2023. Sign up in July for the next season's pricing.

Electrical & Power

10

Chris DeBrock

Electrician In the hamlet

DCSHMTH+26 neighbors

Dana C., Jun 2026 — “Spontaneous recommendation for electrician Chris DeBrock- amazing.”

Hudson Valley Solar Solutions (Agustin Castro)

Solar repair & install

DC1 neighbor

Dana C., Aug 2026 — “The gent who is fixing our former solar install issues right now is lovely- he has started Hudson Valley Solar Solutions”

Lighthouse (New Paltz)

Solar batteries

MS1 neighbor

Marita S., Aug 2026 — “We used empire solar but then lighthouse in New Paltz to install our batteries. I highly recommend Lighthouse. They were reliable and professional”

DS Electric (Staatsburg)

Electrician

PW1 neighbor

Patricia W., Jan 2026 — “I've always had success with DS electric out of Staatsburg”

Veith (Poughkeepsie)

Electrician

MS1 neighbor

Marita S., Jan 2026 — “Veith in Poughkeepsie”

Doug Lagno

Electrician (master)

SBRT2 neighbors

Sarah B., Apr 2024 — “Doug Lagno is a long-time Rhinebeck "master" electrician. He's worked for my mother for years and for us for the short time we've been here. He's very good (if a bit, well, unusual in personality).”

Berlinghoff Electric / BCI Generator

Generator install & service

CB1 neighbor

Carolyn B., Jul 2024 — “They are very good about keeping up with tune ups and fixing when needed.”

Holdridge Electric (Catskill)

Generac generators

JM1 neighbor

Joseph M., Jul 2024 — “Holdridge electric in Catskill handles Generac. Very good product and good service”

Internet & Phone

3

Frontier

Fiber internet and phone

GBKRSM+15 neighbors

George B., Jun 2026 — “Btw, since switching from Spectrum (where they never could get things right even with multiple visits) to Frontier fiber optic, we have never had a problem. Faster service and better pricing.”

Installation has been rough for some — a crew arrived unannounced, trenched a long driveway without flagging Central Hudson or propane lines, and cut the existing Spectrum line on the way. Availability is street by street; it reached the south end of the hamlet first.

Spectrum

Cable internet, TV and phone

SAGSCMR+15 neighbors

Susan, Jun 2025 — “I rarely have a problem with spectrum - I’m on corner of Russell and Kelly”

The most complained-about service in the group by a distance — years of dropouts, and several households have left for fiber since 2024. Worth calling to renegotiate rather than switching blind: naming a fiber competitor has cut neighbors’ rates.

Archtop Fiber

Fiber internet and phone

RTSCMSM4 neighbors

Rob T., Sep 2026 — “We have Archtop and it’s very speedy, and far more reliable than Spectrum.”

Outside the House

17

RJ Popp / SproutWorks

Snow removal, yard work, handyman In the hamlet

PFCBDRRP+15 neighbors

Patricia F., Sep 2024 — “my guy RJ Popp is terrific. He would probably weed whack it. Sprout Works is the name of his company.”

Craig Kurkela (with Cody)

Arborist / tree work

CMSBCB3 neighbors

Cristina M., Jul 2025 — “If anyone needs a tree guy here's Cody's info. He can help out. He's a certified tree guy.”

Christian Ruger

Firewood, snow removal In the hamlet

KPW2 neighbors

Kelly, Jan 2026 — “Christian Ruger (originally recommended by Patricia W.) is my snow and firewood guy and he's super-duper local.”

Superior Sanitation (Pine Plains)

Septic

GBPW2 neighbors

George B., Aug 2025 — “They did an excellent job replacing a waste line and they also pump our tank.”

Cory Fasce

Mowing, snow removal

SBSB2 neighbors

Sarah B., Jul 2025 — “if you haven't already tried Cory Fasce, you might do so. He does a lot of the mowing around here.”

Cord King Fire Wood (Jeffrey)

Firewood

J1 neighbor

Jolie, Sep 2026 — “Jeffrey at Cord King Fire Wood. They have kiln dried or seasoned, and will cut to custom lengths for wood stoves.”

Dylan's Landscaping (Dylan Snow)

Landscaping, yard maintenance, plowing

K1 neighbor

Kelly, Jul 2025 — “For anyone who's looking for no-prob, no-drama yard maintenance, I'm happy to recommend Dylan's Landscaping”

Kingston Seamless Gutters (Jim)

Gutters

GB1 neighbor

George B., Jun 2026 — “Jim at Kingston Seamless Gutters”

Alex Peacher

Landscaping & spring cleanup

AG1 neighbor

Avery G., Apr 2026 — “My ballet friend Alex Peacher does landscape work and spring clean up.”

John VanEtten

Firewood In the hamlet

BC1 neighbor

Bill C., Feb 2026 — “For firewood call John VanEtten He's from the hamlet”

Jones

Septic

MD1 neighbor

Margot D., Feb 2025 — “I've used Jones”

Everhart Tree Service (Bob)

Tree service

BJ1 neighbor

Betsy J., Jul 2024 — “Everhart Tree Service (Bob) Has been great for us!”

Kenny Bendix

Excavation, driveways, gravel

GB1 neighbor

George B., Apr 2024 — “Kenny Bendix. He worked for and took over Jeff Decker's excavation business.”

Jonathan Fernandez

Gutter cleaning In the hamlet

RP1 neighbor

Ruby P., Sep 2023 — “Our very own Jonathan Fernandez”

Mike's Tree Service

Tree service Last vouched 2023

MS1 neighbor

Marita S., Sep 2021 — “Mikes tree service very good and family owned”

One neighbor once waited 6 weeks for an appointment.

Luis Fernandez

Roofing In the hamlet Last vouched 2023

MS1 neighbor

Marita S., Mar 2023 — “We and many others have used Luis Fernandez who does metal roofs and lives in town”

Hard to reach — a neighbor couldn't flag his truck down. If the phone doesn't get you anywhere, ask a neighbor to point him out.

Inside the House

14

Tony Bowe

House painter

DJLET3 neighbors

Diana, Jun 2026 — “Tony Bowe”

Books out far ahead — one neighbor waited from fall to summer.

A Matter of Time Clockwork

Clock repair

MK1 neighbor
Call (845) 389-778867 Benner Rd, Red Hook

Maya K., Oct 2026 — “Local clock repair and clockwork services located right in Red Hook.”

JJ

Handyman

AP1 neighbor

Anya P., Jul 2026 — “We absolutely love JJ. Have used him for loads of stuff. He's awesome.”

Dale Hobson

Appliance repair (refrigerators)

WK1 neighbor

Will K., Jun 2026 — “Dale Hobson”

Sarah Wright

Window washing

SH1 neighbor

Sarah H., Jun 2026 — “Sarah Wright”

Heidi Henkelman

Hot tub removal

CE1 neighbor

Claire E., Apr 2026 — “Heidi Henkelman”

Hugo Gonzales

Handyman

S1 neighbor

Susan, Oct 2025 — “A wonderful handyman, Hugo Gonzales, who helped me for years when I first moved into the Hood, is available after the apartments for which he worked got sold off. He's smart, skillful, and efficient, and reasonable. I recommend him wholeheartedly.”

Clearview Glass Shower Doors

Glass shower doors

JL1 neighbor

Jenn L., Sep 2025 — “We had a great experience w this company”

Hudson Valley Chimney

Chimney / woodstove

JL1 neighbor

Jenn L., Aug 2025 — “We've had good experiences w Hudson valley Chimney - they installed and service our woodstove”

Jiminy Peak Chimney Sweep (Kingston)

Chimney sweep

E1 neighbor

Ethan, Aug 2025 — “Jiminy Peak Chimney Sweep out of Kingston is great!”

Expediant (Poughkeepsie)

Insulation

MS1 neighbor

Marita S., Aug 2023 — “When we had our house insulated we used Expediant in Poughkeepsie”

Shana Falana

House painter

K1 neighbor

Kelly, Mar 2024 — “A plug for my pal Shana, a house painter who did a swell job on a large problematic house I used to own and is about to start work on the much smaller but more complicated house I now own. She is very good at what she does and takes pride in her work.”

Very hard to get on her schedule.

Matt Lake ("Construction Matt")

Carpenter / contractor In the hamlet

ZB1 neighbor

Zach B., Dec 2023 — “Matt Lake (a.k.a. "Construction Matt") who lives next to Morton Library is a talented carpenter/contractor.”

New York Piano Works (Scott)

Piano tuner

M1 neighbor

Martin, Dec 2023 — “Scott is excellent”

Moving & Storage

3

Allways Moving & Storage (Kingston)

Movers

K1 neighbor

Kelly, Sep 2026 — “Allways in Kingston was terrific for me”

Black Diamond Relocation (Poughkeepsie)

Movers

TH1 neighbor

Tim Hen., Sep 2026 — “Black Diamond Relocation in Poughkeepsie was 1/3 the price of Allways and Arnoff. Had a great experience with them.”

Cleaning

8

Scanlon's

Dry cleaning

SCJ2 neighbors

Sharon C., Oct 2024 — “I often just go to Scanlon's to have things laundered and pressed.”

Socks Off Carpet Cleaning

Rug & carpet cleaning

AP1 neighbor

Anya P., Aug 2025 — “We just used these folks to resurrect a Turkish rug that we assumed was destined for the garbage - it's not hyperbole when I say they are miracle workers. And they are the nicest folks you could wish to meet and a family business.”

Royalty Carpet (Wappingers)

Rug cleaning

MD1 neighbor

Margot D., Feb 2025 — “I've used Royalty Carpet in Wappingers for big rugs. They'll pick up/drop off.”

Rosario Castellanos

House cleaning

EP1 neighbor

Emma P., Aug 2024 — “Rosario Castellanos”

Megan Wheeler

House cleaning

JL1 neighbor

Jenn L., Jul 2022 — “She's lovely and trying to rebuild her business after losing clients due to Covid.”

Vina (Muduvina) Santiago

House cleaning

SB1 neighbor

Sandy B., Mar 2022 — “Vina Santiago: She is marvelous and has cleaned the library for at least 7 years”

Lucia Vasquez

House cleaning

MS1 neighbor

Matt Sh., Jul 2024 — “Lucia Vasquez”

Suly

House cleaning

AP1 neighbor

Anya P., Jul 2024 — “We've been using Suly for a while now and we love her”

Pest & Wildlife

3

Orkin

Pest control

APKL2 neighbors

Anya P., Aug 2024 — “We've used Orkin and had a really great experience with them. Prompt, friendly, knowledgeable and very comprehensive.”

ABC Pest Control

Pest control (yellowjackets)

S1 neighbor

Susan, Sep 2025 — “I've used ABC Pest Control for Yellowjacket's. Good results. As stings put me in hospital I had no choice.”

Greg Quinn

Honeybee swarm removal (free) In the hamlet

GQ1 neighbor

Greg Q., Jun 2025 — “If anyone sees a swarm on their property or in the area, give me a call. In many cases, I can capture them and re-home them in the apiary on the Currant Farm and prevent their destruction.”

Cars & Getting Places

9

Nick's Taxi

Car service / airport runs In the hamlet

JMP3 neighbors

John, Apr 2026 — “Nick's Taxi”

Leros Car Service

Car service

V1 neighbor

Veronika, Apr 2026 — “leros car service - not sure if it's cheap but definitely reliable and you will be driven by a fellow kevin from rhinecliff”

David Marker

Airport runs & odd jobs In the hamlet

S1 neighbor

Susan, Dec 2025 — “There's a local guy who makes his living doing airport runs and odd jobs. Nice man and reliable but establish his rate at the start.”

A neighbor advises agreeing the rate up front.

Hudson Valley Airporter (Fletcher)

Airport car service

SK1 neighbor

Stephen K., Jul 2025 — “I highly recommend Hudson Valley Airporter. Fletcher who owns it is great and he and the drivers have been reliable and pleasant on any trip I have taken.”

Iqbal #1 Driving School (Red Hook)

Driving school

ET1 neighbor

Emma T., Feb 2025 — “Iqbal #1 Driving School in Red Hook is great”

Mavis Discount Tire (Rt 9)

Tires

J1 neighbor

Jenn, Jan 2025 — “We have used Mavis tire for years and they have been wonderful. Very trustworthy at least has been our experience.”

North Road Auto (John Jaeb)

Auto mechanic

DC1 neighbor

Dana C., May 2024 — “I've been with John Jaeb at North Road Auto near Marist for a decade now- super nice guy, have never felt upsold. When an Au pair totaled one of our Volvos he put together a great package for our insurer to max out the payout on the vehicle.”

Red Hook Auto

Auto mechanic

SB1 neighbor

Sandy B., May 2024 — “We LOVE the guys at Red Hook auto. Definitely will not up sell you”

Health & Bodywork

9

Richard Ross

Dentist

CBETRT3 neighbors

Carolyn B., Sep 2026 — “I go to Richard Ross and love him and his office. Right here in rhinebeck”

Dr. Russell Charno

Chiropractor

DLJ2 neighbors

Debbie L., Mar 2025 — “I like dr Charno”

Paul Mozer

Dentist

GB1 neighbor

George B., Sep 2026 — “Paul Mozer in Red Hook. Excellent dentist.”

Dr. Scott Costley (Northwell MDVIP)

Primary care physician

A1 neighbor

Allison, Aug 2026 — “He's a part of Northwell MDVIP. We've been with him for a while, and I'd say he's one of the best GP's we've ever had. I have a test done, he calls me himself the next day. Incredible practitioner”

Concierge practice — roughly $2,000/year membership on top of insurance.

Animal Health Practice, Bantam CT (Dr. Angela)

Veterinary / dog chiropractic

JC1 neighbor

Jennifer C., Nov 2025 — “Animal Health Practice in Bantam CT. She takes care of our 2 dogs. Dr. Angela. Dog chiropractor”

Upstate Vet, Latham (Dr. Laura Perez)

Veterinary rehab

MC1 neighbor

Michael C., Nov 2025 — “Upstate Vet in Latham..Dr Perez is the best of the best rehab”

Mark at Saugerties Chiropractic

Chiropractor

MS1 neighbor

Marita S., Feb 2025 — “Mark at saugerties chiropractic helped me immensely with foot issue”

Dr. Marcos Cordova, Rhinebeck Sport & Spine

Chiropractor

J1 neighbor
Opposite Tops

Joan, Mar 2025 — “Dr Marcos Cordova Rhinebeck sport and spine, opposite tops”

Rob at Center of Health (Saugerties)

Physical therapy

S1 neighbor

Susan, Jan 2025 — “Rob at Center of Health in Saugerties. I've tried a few and he's by far the best.”

Pets

2

Maya

Pet sitting In the hamlet

APSBA3 neighbors

Anya P., Jun 2024 — “Maya really is amazing and our dogs absolutely love her”

Cool Pet Living

Pet sitting & dog walking In the hamlet

MC1 neighbor

Michael C., Oct 2026 — “These girls are amazing”

Professional Services

14

Jin's Alterations (Garden St, Rhinebeck)

Tailor / seamstress

KJAP3 neighbors

Kelly, Apr 2026 — “Jin on Garden Street in Rbk is an excellent seamstress”

One neighbor twice reported she shortened pants that were meant to be lengthened; another said she “only does real simple stuff.” Make instructions very clear.

Sean Thompson

Computer and IT help

KCB2 neighbors

Kelly, Sep 2026 — “Sean Thompson is the Hamlet's (and beyond!) IT Person.”

Zulch (Red Hook)

Accountant

AMPF2 neighbors

Alex M., Feb 2025 — “We have used Zulch in red hook for the past few years and been happy.”

Bob Fowler

Accountant

D1 neighbor

Diana, Sep 2026 — “Bob Fowler.”

Sarah Ortiz

Traveling notary

PF1 neighbor

Patricia F., Sep 2026 — “Sarah came to my house to notarize documents. There are some kinds of documents that banks no longer notarized. She was efficient, inexpensive, and a delight.”

Silver Maple Home Inspection (Andy Lewis)

Home inspector

GF1 neighbor

Gregory F., Aug 2026 — “Andy Lewis from Silver Maple Home Inspection did an excellent job on a couple houses for us”

Michelle Elise (Kingston)

Costume & wardrobe / creative tailoring

K1 neighbor

Kelly, Apr 2026 — “my friend Michelle Elise, in Kingston, who does costume & wardrobe for TV and film (The Gilded Age, etc). When she's not on set she does take in occasional projects.”

Amanda Miller

Real estate attorney

S1 neighbor
Ask Shelby for her number

Shelby, Mar 2026 — “Amanda Miller is excellent. Dm me if you'd like her number”

Jeszack / Hovering Heights

Drone services (FAA Part 107) In the hamlet

J1 neighbor

Jeszack, May 2025 — “FAA Part 107-certified small unmanned air vehicle (drone) pilot on Rhinecliff Rd”

John Decker Surveying

Land surveyor Last vouched 2023

MSAM2 neighbors

Matt Sh., Aug 2023 — “Try John Decker, we found him fast, easy to work with, and less expensive than others.”

Matty

Licensed locksmith In the hamlet Last vouched 2021

MZB2 neighbors

Matty, Dec 2021 — “I'm a licensed locksmith, tell him I'll stop over in 10 min”

Chad / Hamlet Printing Studio

Fine art printing In the hamlet Last vouched 2021

CBBJ2 neighbors
Call 917-541-77803 Shatzell Ave

Carolyn B., Nov 2021 — “Chad is a master printer- I'm a prof photographer and he is the best- and his studio is right here!!!!!”

Carney Rhinevault

Land surveyor Last vouched 2023

M1 neighbor

Martin, Aug 2023 — “I had a good experience with Carney Rhinevault but it took a while to get through all the process and research on the property lines”

A neighbor noted the process took a while.

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