Other local businesses in Seattle: 10 local spots
Ten local businesses in Seattle, from vehicle licensing and ski tuning to coins, reclaimed lumber and bath products, with what each one offers.
10 local businesses · Updated October 2026 · From Our Local Spotlight
These ten businesses cover a wide range of needs, from vehicle registration and ski tuning to myofunctional therapy, legal help, coin buying and reclaimed building materials. Some accept walk-ins, while others, such as the piercing studio and the therapy practice, work by appointment or consultation.
When choosing among them, start by matching the service to your need, then check how it is booked. Ask whether a walk-in visit is possible or whether an appointment is required, and confirm any fees, timing or payment details directly with the business before you go. Several listings mention free consultations, so you can ask your questions first.
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Alpine Hut
Local business W. Seattle, WAAlpine Hut is a family-owned ski and bike shop in Seattle's Interbay neighborhood that has served the community since 1975. Its service team handles bike tune-ups and overhauls, ski and snowboard tuning, and boot fitting by appointment.
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Buddha Bath
Local business Seattle, WABuddha Bath makes handcrafted bath and body products in small batches from locally sourced ingredients, including body butters, goat milk soap and bath bombs. Fragrance-free options are available for sensitive skin, and the shop has a booth at Pike Place Market.
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Burienlicense.Com
Local business Burien, WABurienlicense.Com handles Washington vehicle licensing, including tab renewals, title transfers and license plates. Many routine tab renewals and plate replacements are completed while you wait, and walk-ins are welcome with no appointment needed.
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Glossa Myo
Local business Seattle, WAGlossa Myo offers orofacial myofunctional therapy for breathing, sleep and jaw concerns for children and adults. The practice starts with a free 15-minute video consultation, and sessions can be virtual, with Mandarin and Cantonese spoken.
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NELSON INJURY LAW
Local business Seattle, WANelson Injury Law is a Seattle personal injury firm that takes on serious injury cases, including slip and fall and car accident claims. Consultations are free, there is no fee unless it collects, and Eric S. Nelson has practiced law for over 30 years.
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Nexus Body Arts
Local business Seattle, WANexus Body Arts is a private, appointment-only piercing studio run by piercer Lynn Loheide, known for gender-affirming piercing and advanced nipple piercing. Silent appointments are available, online booking is offered, and the studio is wheelchair accessible.
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Seattle Auto Licensing
Local business Seattle, WASeattle Auto Licensing handles vehicle and vessel registration, title work, license renewals, fleet registration and notary services. The staff often completes registrations on the same day you visit, and walk-ins are welcome during business hours.
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Seattle Coin Shop
Local business Seattle, WASeattle Coin Shop has been at its location for over 20 years, buying and selling coins, bullion, gold, silver and sterling silverware. No appointment is needed, estates are welcome, and items can be held for estimates.
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Second Use
Local business S Seattle, WASecond Use reclaims building materials for reuse across the Puget Sound region, selling salvaged doors, windows, cabinets, flooring and lumber from its retail store. The company has operated since 1994 and is a Habitat for Humanity partner.
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Univera Inc.
Local business Seattle, WAUnivera sells botanical supplements for gut health, energy, sleep, and joint health. The company says its products are built around aloe vera and clinically studied ingredients, and its lines include Aloe Select gut support, Prime energy drinks and RegeniCARE joint formulas.
Details come from each business’s own listing in Seattle Local Directory. Businesses don’t pay to be in our guides.