Austin Blades

(37 reviews)

Good work and fast for great prices. Sharpened 2 Tojiro DP knives I had. I had asked what tools he…read moreused to sharpen the knives, and he gave an answer that let me feel like he knew how to take care of knives rather than just putting it through a grinder.

I met Lynden at the Texas Farmers Market to get loppers, pruners, and a paring knife repaired. It…read moretook him only about 15 minutes and he was very reasonable on pricing. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and eager to help. I will definitely return with any future sharpening needs. Thank you, Lynden!

R. Walkovitz Shear & Razor Emporium

(3 reviews)

Knowledgeable and thorough, this guy leaves your knives super sharp--not over-sharpened--with a…read moreJapanese-style shine on the bevel.

I live at a group living co-op and we have lots of knives that get used and abused and after years…read moreof mistreatment, Roger brought our knives back to life. He prices his services very generously for the quality and expertise he possesses. My housemates and I have been over the moon for our newly sharpened knives, it makes prepping and cooking worlds easier. Roger also gave us lots of helpful tips for maintaining our knives' sharpness to increase their lifespans. Beyond that, Roger is just a genuine guy who is passionate about what he does, and has a great energy. Highly recommend.

Seriously Fast Sharpening

3.8

(12 reviews)

Found this guy online with great Google reviews but mediocre Yelp reviews. Believe the Google…read moreReviews! Michael was very responsive, gave me same-day service at no extra charge, and even picked up and dropped off my knives for an extra $20! My dull knives were sharper than they've ever been in less than a day for a lot less money than I would have spent shipping them off. Michael does the work himself and took time to explain the different sharpening methods he would use based on the steel composition and degree of my blades. He's highly professional, considerate, and fairly priced. It's unusual to find someone that takes such great care. Do yourself and your kitchen a favor and give Michael a call!

I first found Seriously Fast Sharpening on Yelp, before seeing they had a website with a contact…read morenumber. I texted them what I needed and if they had same-day appointments, which I was able to schedule within the hour much to my delight. They sent me their prices and confirmed how much I would be charged. They shared with me their address and drop off location as there's no where to wait. I drove to a local coffee shop nearby to wait. From drop-off to when I received their text to say they were finished took about 30 min. Pretty darn fast. They sent me payment details and reconfirmed how much I owed. I drove back, picked up my hatchet, Venmo'd them, and that was it. I'm glad that they're located in north Austin and not too far of a drive from where I live. I took off two stars due to quality concerns. Although the edge of the blade is sharp, they didn't sharpen the edge into a convex edge or at least ask if they should sharpen the edge that way. My axe had never been sharpened before but a convex edge would have been most appropriate for my use case. They also didn't sharpen the entire blade. From my pictures, you can see that they missed the top corner of the blade (rounded). You can also tell that the edge isn't centered. The axe was bought this way, but I expected Seriously Fast Sharpening to center it or at least make mention of it. All in all, a 3-star experience. I appreciated their promptness and quick communication, but I expected more in terms of craftsmanship quality. I may try them again for some smaller blades in the future.

Ex Edge and Beauty Supply

(8 reviews)

Great experience, Shawn is patient and pays attention to what my teenage boy wants and my son…read morealways leaves happy. Highly recommend, great job and attentive to detail.

He was respectful clean and on time and did a great job and he will also work with your work…read moreschedule

NY Cutlery

(1 review)

If you need kitchen knives sharpened check out NYCutlery at Whole Foods. Brought in chef's knife…read moreand boning knife, had a cup of coffee while I waited. Knives are like new.

Breed & Company

3.9

(192 reviews)

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Breed & Co is one of those true Austin staples I never get tired of. It's the kind of place you…read morewalk into for one thing and end up wandering around way longer than planned--in the best way. The garden center is always a highlight, and being an Ace Hardware means they somehow have every random item you didn't even know you needed. The sale table is dangerously good... I always end up grabbing something for "next year." The staff are consistently helpful without being pushy, which makes the whole experience easy and enjoyable. And yeah--the treats at the front are a nice bonus. Honestly, just a great, feel-good spot to get lost in for a bit. Hard not to walk out with the one thing you needed...so be warned!!

Need to replace broken glass in window. Unfortunately unusual size in older homes. This place and…read morehome depot cut some glass but not the specialty tempered one I needed. Gentleman at store was kind enough to give me name of good provider of specialty cut glass online. Ordered it in less than ten minutes and purchased a nice glass replacement/repair kit while at the store.

Study The Blade

(1 review)

Don was great. Super responsive for scheduling. I dropped off a few kitchen knives and some chisels…read morewith him. Razor sharp!

Magic Pest and Lawn

(817 reviews)

Brent C. was very fast and communicated well. He treated for mosquitoes and wasps…read more He even swung back by later to knock out a nest that had been well hidden from sight in a light fixture. Thanks!

I'm trying to understand why my experience is so different from these 5 star reviews…read more. After talking to a few pest companies, not only did they get the species of ants wrong (acrobat vs carpenter) which affects the bait being used, but they also can't get their story straight. I contacted them about an ant infestation inside my home. The technician who came out placed sugar bait inside to eliminate colony. He told me that an exterior treatment was not necessary at that time. I accepted that recommendation, due to potential exposure for my active dog. Months later, I called to follow up because the ant problem had not been resolved. I was then told the $216.50 treatment of simply adding sugar bait for the interior also included exterior treatment during the original visit. That was surprising because I was never told an exterior treatment had been done. When I asked where it had been applied, they did not give me a clear answer regarding the exterior. Paying for another treatment isn't the issue. If the ants require another visit, I'm happy to pay for it. My concern is that the explanation of what was actually done has changed. Now, they're saying I have to pay another $216 for their services again. Something just isn't adding up. If there's a reasonable explanation, I'd like to hear it. Based on the conflicting information, I have little confidence in their service.

Blue Dragon Plumbing

(531 reviews)

We are renovating our kitchen because of a water leak. Gilbert fixed the leak and came back when…read morethere was a question about a gas line. He is responsive, upbeat, and awesome at fixing whatever is needed related to plumbing (both the water and gas lines). He's always who we call first.

I've been using Blue Dragon Plumbing for nearly 10 years and couldn't be happier with the excellent…read moreservice I always receive. Owner Gilbert is efficient, highly skilled, and never leaves a mess behind. I just had my toilets replaced and was so impressed with his great and quick work of the job. He also goes above and beyond, is upbeat even when it's 100 degrees outside, and takes time to greet my dog!

A-Tex Pest Management

(525 reviews)

I've had a great experience with Atex and highly recommend their annual subscription service. Over…read morethe past several visits, Doug G, Carlos R, and Jeffrey R have each come to my home for either quarterly maintenance or targeted treatments, and they've all been professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. One thing I really appreciated was that they identified a honey bee colony on my property. Instead of simply treating it, they let me know so I could have the bees safely rehomed before they started producing honey inside my walls. That level of care and attention really stood out. The quarterly exterior treatments have been well worth it for me. Wasps and ants are a recurring issue around my home, so keeping up with regular service has made a big difference. If I have a specific problem between visits, like a wasp nest, they're quick to come out and take care of it. Most of what I need is included in the annual service. Mosquito treatment is an additional charge, but that's separate from the standard plan. I also appreciate that they don't push unnecessary interior treatments when there aren't any issues. Their pricing is competitive, and their payment and scheduling system is excellent. It's easy to manage appointments, and they're very responsive by text whenever I have a question or need service. Overall, I've been very happy with Atex and would definitely recommend them.

We set up a quarterly pest control and inspection service with A-Tex, this initial service was for…read moretreating the interior and exterior of the home along with eradicating wasp nests and assessing a potential entry to our home from the shed. After the service I was told by our tenants that they were very happy with his professionalism and application of treatments. Arthur was pleasant, thorough, and on time for the appointment - simple as that sounds, it is everything these days and the price for this package is far better than I was quoted from a few other places so an excellent value. If they're happy I am happy, thank you!

Peace Frog Specialty Cleaning

(739 reviews)

Earlier this week I booked Peace Frog to come clean my carpets and it was a great experience…read more Jorrel performed our service and he was extremely professional with great attention to detail. He cleaned two rooms, a hallway, and stairs and was in and out in 1.5 hours! He took great care with our home, protected our walls/corners well, and was so friendly with our pets! I feel like the pricing was transparent and very fair (we didn't exceed the minimum until adding stairs!) The scheduling communication was also excellent and was very professional over email with accurate quotes and invoices. I'd absolutely pick Peace Frog again!

We have always had excellent service with Peace Frog. The appointment was easy to schedule, they…read morelet you know when they are on thier way, which is great! The techs are always friendly, profeesional and respectful of our home. I also like to keep my dollars with locally owned companies. They appreciate thier customers, which is why we continue to use them. Thanks Peace Frog!

ATX Junk-A-Haulics

(361 reviews)

They responded to my service request promptly. They communicated very well through my request…read more They provided a flat rate fee of $120 for my junk removal i have been needing for quite some time out of my garage. I had some old scrap wood and pallets to get rid of along with an old twin metal bed frame that was bent. I have used these guys in the past for broken TVs and they have always provided a delightful customer experience. You have the options of leaving stuff out on the curb but I couldn't do that because of my HOA. Also, last time I had left a desk that someone snatched up from the curb. So I didn't want to waste their time again. Their technology use is pretty awesome and respectfully as a IT guy I appreciate how it makes billing simple and easy. You cannot go wrong with this company hauling your junk for you. It saves you time and effort than doing it yourself and paying for the fees at the landfill. I highly recommend using them from my own personal experience.

Fast service, and very communicative. Needed to get rid of three reclining couches and one of them…read morewas upstairs. The crew came, was very professional and got rid of the couches in a hurry. They were running a little behind schedule, but called me during my window to let me know of the delay. Great company would absolutely hire again for Junk removal.

Michael A Laundromat

(322 reviews)

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I've used them several times over the past few weeks, and the service has consistently been fast,…read morereliable, and convenient. Their same-day wash-and-fold service is a huge plus, and they even managed to get the lingering sulfur smell out of my clothes after I'd been struggling with it through several washes. Adel is also extremely personable and makes the whole experience feel welcoming. Highly recommend.

Best laundromat option in the area, hands down. No frills and small, but the machines work and it's…read moreclean inside. They also offer wash & fold services which I used for my heavyweight comforter set and it was only $25! Well worth the saving on time and hassle. Owner is very responsive and kind.

Apex Heating & Air Conditioning

4.7

(299 reviews)

I called Apex on a Friday afternoon after my AC started blowing hot air. John made it out in under…read morean hour and had my problem fixed soon after. I appreciated him not trying to hard sell and would recommend Apex to anyone looking for an honest technician.

The Good Apex deserves credit for their emergency…read moreavailability and quick response time. When my A/C failed at 2AM on a Sunday, they were the only company able to come out immediately (I called at least 5 others). The technician arrived promptly, diagnosed the problem efficiently (faulty fan motor on my Carrier unit), and completed the repair within a couple hours, including a trip to source the part from their vendor. The Concerning The final cost was $2,303.60 for what I've since learned should typically cost $700-$1,000 (that is including emergency service fees). While I understand emergency calls command premium pricing, this felt excessive. Additionally, the quoted price increased from $2,000 to $2,303.60 when it was time to pay without clear explanation of the additional charges. My Takeaway Apex delivers on availability and technical competence when you're in a crisis. However, I'd strongly recommend getting multiple quotes if time permits, as their emergency pricing appears significantly above market rate. The convenience of immediate service came at a steep premium that I wasn't prepared for. Would I use them again? Only in a true emergency where no other options exist, and I'd request detailed pricing breakdowns upfront. For future customers: Get clear, written estimates before work begins, and ask about all potential additional fees.

Bat City TV

(216 reviews)

The installation guy Adam(Saints) came in put two TVs on…read morethe wall within 45 minutes. He was headed out the door awesome job very professionalI recommend Bats TV New Orleans Saints

Bat City TV mounted my TV and sound bar above my fireplace. They were communicative, quick, and…read moreefficient. I have a TV from the UK so the plug and adapter were quite bulky, but they were able to work with it. I didn't have a TV mount so they provided one as well. The pricing was very reasonable. I would definitely recommend using Bat City TV for your TV mounting needs.

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Austin B.

738

2

0

7 years ago

LOVE this place!!! Frank the owner is very nice and knowledgeable. A great variety of small folding knives and much larger blades all the way up to full swords. Some fancier Benchmade brands but also some more affordable and interesting manufacturers represented. Good selection of used knives as well. Frank also put a terrific edge on my girlfriends Spiderco and KRCT knives. read more

Martha B.

0

1

0

6 years ago

Austin Blades is one of the last of the brick & mortar knife sharpening stores in Austin. You can leave your knives Or clippers to be sharpened, or sometimes they can do them while you wait. Easy to access straight up north on Mopac to 183 east to south on Lamar, & you're there. Friendly, honest, I highly recommend them to you! read more

Clem C.

0

1

0

8 years ago

Got an awesome katana, nunchucks and a nice knife. Owner was very nice and so was his co worker. Great service, great products, and he even offered us cookies. Owned by a good guy and if you're into weapons this is definitely the place for you. 10/10 recommend read more

Michael V.

0

4

0

8 years ago

This is a great store if you were looking for quality blades and sharpening. The owners is a great guy and will bend over backwards to help you. Even offered to sharpen my bench made that spent many years with me deployed to Afghanistan for free! read more

Curtis H.

33

2

0

8 years ago

Wow!! All kinds of knives. Frank the owner was really nice. He sharpened my old pocket knife. I bought a survival knife. If you need a knife, it is at this place. All kinds. Loved the place. Highly recommend! Thanks Frank!! Curtis H. read more

Frank K.

16

2

0

7 years ago

Trying to figure out why Yelp puts all our reviews in the "reviews not recommended" category, thus, all 17 good reviews are not visible. What is the algorithm looking for? Yelp can't seem to answer the question. read more

P K.

0

1

0

8 years ago

I did a walk-in with one cleaver as a test. they did a great job, very quickly. Cost was less than expected. I am now collecting all my sharps that need service and taking them to Austin Blades read more

Juanita G.

0

1

2

2 years ago

Sharpening great condition although broke handle is missing. Value??? I would love to know the Value of this knife. Anyone have an idea?

John S.

2

10

2

8 years ago

I brought some kitchen knives in to be sharpened and they did a great job! Nice place, great selection of knives.

Richard R.

0

1

0

8 years ago

Very clean shop, fast service and a razor edge on all our knives. Will be a regular returning customer. Thanks!

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