Home Services - Best of Haven 2026
- Haven Magazine
- 46 minutes ago
- 8 min read
Best Realtor
AMANDA PLOWDEN
Coldwell Banker Realty Polk County
Congratulations to Amanda Plowden on her first win! A top realtor, month after month, she is clearly a key player when it comes to selling or buying a home in Polk County. With a 5-star Google rating, one client wrote, “She keeps track of all the to-dos, communicates quickly and effectively, and has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to real estate and things related. Amanda is the best!”
2nd: RJ Webb | Webb’s Realty
3rd: Jim Campbell | Century 21
Best Realty Company
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY POLK COUNTY
290 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven
Congratulations on another win this year! This full-service team should be your go-to for buying and selling in Polk County. Clients rave about the knowledgeable realtors, fast and accurate communication, expert advice, and friendly agents helping to make the buying and selling process more enjoyable. Congratulations to everyone at Coldwell Banker!
2nd: Star Realty of Winter Haven
3rd: Webb’s Realty
Best Mortgage Company
SOLARIS FINANCIAL GROUP | CARLOS UNZUETA
250 Magnolia Ave SW, Winter Haven
Congratulations to Solaris again this year! Carlos Unzueta is the President and Chief Loan Officer at Solaris with over 30 years of experience, and our voters wanted to give him a shout-out. One very happy client wrote, “Carlos was with me every step of the way. He was extremely responsive and answered every question I had. He makes you feel as if you are the only buyer in the entire process. His attention to detail and professionalism were truly impeccable.”
2nd: Home Solution Lenders
3rd: AJ Rojas | Cross Country Mortgage
Best Contractor | Construction Company
SQUARE 1 CONSTRUCTION
Square 1 can help you remodel your home, build a custom home from the ground up, help you build a building for your business, or remodel the space you have. With over 25 years of experience, they take pride in their quality and commitment to safety. Clients love their reliability, speed, friendliness, and staying on budget. Congratulations to the crew at Square 1 on your win!
2nd: Whitehead Construction
3rd: Mid-Florida Construction & Aluminum
Best Handyman | Handywoman Service
THE GUY YOU OUGHTA KNOW
863-286-2130
Mario is THE guy you oughta know. He can help you with almost any repairs around the house. And if he can’t help you, he’s got a guy. Need to tear a wall out? Mario. Need help with tiling? Mario. Got a door that sticks? Floor all screwed up? Holes in walls? Mario. He will come in smiling, and he does the best work. Congratulations to Mario & crew for your hard work to make people’s houses feel more like homes.
2nd: Plains Handyman Services
3rd: The Winter Haven Handyman
Best Home Improvement Service
SQUARE 1 CONSTRUCTION
Congratulations on another win! If you have a room that needs some help, Square 1 can help! From the big projects to the smaller ones, they’ve got the right person to do it. One very happy client wrote, “Jake helped me transform my boring office/catch-all room into a beautiful, functional space that I absolutely love. He handled everything from drywall repair and sanding to hanging wallpaper, installing curtain rods, mounting a ceiling fan, assembling furniture, and even hanging a very heavy mirror.”
2nd: Central Door Company
3rd: MD Construction
Best AC | Heating Repair
ICEBERG HOME SERVICES
If your AC unit is facing a meltdown, you need to bring in an Iceberg! This family-owned company is a leader in AC installation, repair, tune-ups, and more. They promise “To deliver prompt service by trained and certified technicians, convenient 24/7 availability, and a helpful, friendly approach to customer care.” Congratulations to the staff at Iceberg on your win!
2nd: United Refrigeration Inc.
3rd: Joe Breezy Air of Polk
Best Electrician
KINCAID ELECTRICAL SERVICES
863-676-0198
Don’t be shocked that Kincaid won! Locals love to call them for electrical repairs, both residential and commercial, plus landscape lighting, interior lighting installation, panel upgrades, power surge protection, and more. Stay grounded and let them do the electrical work. Clients love their knowledgeable and respectful crew along with their fast response times. Congratulations to the crew at Kincaid!
2nd: Top Flight Electric
3rd: Solid Circuit Electric
Best Painting Company
BENNETT HOME PAINTING
863-287-3872
Walls looking a little dull? Need a new look without draining your bank account? Paint is the answer, and Bennett Home Painting can help! They specialize in exterior and interior painting like kitchen cabinet painting, pool deck painting, paver sealing, and even full flake epoxy garage floor sealing. When you’re ready for a paint refresh, give them a call! Congratulations to Bennett Home Painting!
2nd: Gator Pressure Cleaning & Custom Painting
3rd: Square 1 Construction
Best Plumbing Company
ICEBERG HOME SERVICES
Congratulations to the plumbing crew at Iceberg, they’ve unclogged a win this year! Does your toilet keep running? Go chase it! Kidding. If you need help with a leak, new pipes, drain cleaning, hot water heaters, weird smells coming from the drain, sump pumps, and more, give them a call. Clients love the knowledgeable and polite techs plus the friendly customer service.
2nd: Cypress Plumbing
3rd: Daughtry Plumbing
Best Roofing Company
SQUARE 1 CONSTRUCTION
OK, Square 1. You’ve already won Best Construction Company, Best Home Improvement Company, and now you’re “topping” it off with Best Roofing Company. Square 1 can install and/or repair shingle roofs, metal roofs, tile roofs, and even flat roofs! Clients love the way the techs keep the yard clean, are respectful, and stay on budget.
2nd: R.I.G. Roofing
3rd: Abcan Roofing
Best Pest Control
COUNTRY BOY PEST CONTROL
863-356-1616
If your house is roach-ing for the stars or the mice are stealing your snacks at night, Country Boy Pest Control can help. They’re not afraid and happy to help you with rodents, bed bugs, spiders, beetles, mosquitoes, pantry pests, moths ... should I continue? Do you need to sit down? Let Country Boy help you sleep better at night knowing the little creatures are taken care of. Congratulations to these brave, brave people for taking care of the small things in life.
2nd: Rayburn Pest Control
3rd: Total Pest Solutions
Best Lawn | Landscaping Service
VIKING LAWN CARE AND IRRIGATION
863-377-6105
Locals love Viking! One happy client wrote, “I couldn’t be happier with the service I received! The team has always been professional, knowledgeable, and responsive from start to finish. I’ve had both irrigation system work and landscaping needs taken care of and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality, workmanship, and exceptional customer service.” Congratulations to the hardworking crew at Viking!
2nd: Troy’s Lawn Service
3rd: Inspection Ready Enterprises
Best Tree Trimming
DURHAM’S TREE SERVICE
863-557-9416
Congratulations on this repeat winner! This family-owned business has been trimming trees and grinding stumps since 2010. If you want to spruce things up or you’ve got emergency damage, Durham’s can help. Locals love the reasonable prices and expert work. One happy client wrote, “Guys showed up early and were already working before the scheduled time. Very professional work with a lot of attention to detail. They left the site super clean.”
2nd: Top Notch Tree & Debris
3rd: Heverly Land Solutions
Best Fencing Company
FENCE CENTRAL
If you’re on the fence about getting a new fence, let us help you over. Fence Central has it all including durable vinyl, sturdy aluminum, classic wood, nostalgic chain link, and then you can top it off with heavy-duty access control with an ARMA Gate System. You know what they say, good fences make great conversation starters! Congrats to the crew at Fence Central for this repeat win!
2nd: Walker’s Fence Company
3rd: Family Fence Company
Best Pool Construction
RODEN POOL CONSTRUCTION
Year after year, Roden Pools cannonballs into the number one spot! Clients rave about the friendly staff from inside the showroom to the worksite, the best price, expert knowledge, quick service, and beautiful results. If you’re ready for paradise, they can help you make it happen from planning to financing. You’ll be floating on crisp, cool water before you know it. Congratulations to everyone at Roden Pools on another win!
2nd: Mike Dean Pools
3rd: Griffin Pools
Best Patio Screening
MID-FLORIDA CONSTRUCTION & ALUMINUM
Are the bugs bugging you? Do you feel like you can’t go outside for one minute before the mosquitoes find you? Sounds like you need a screened-in patio. MidFlorida Construction & Aluminum can help you enjoy the outdoors year-round with screened rooms and lanai enclosures that fit seamlessly into your existing structure. Congratulations to the crew at Mid-Florida for six straight wins in a row!
2nd: MD Construction
3rd: Urban Shadeworks
Best Dock Construction
EMC DOCK BUILDERS
Congratulations to EMC again this year! They’ve been repairing, building, and customizing docks for over 25 years. One very happy client wrote, “Amazing experience from start to finish!! I could not be happier with the work on my dock. ... Eric McCoy, the owner, went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Highly recommend this company to anyone looking for top-notch work and excellent customer service.”
2nd: Middlebrook Docks and Decks
3rd: Larry Gohn’s Marine Construction
Best Cleaning Company
SIZZO’S CLEANING SOLUTIONS
Raise your hand if you hate cleaning. (me) Sizzo’s Cleaning Solutions will do it! They clean everything residential and commercial, including gutters, pool decks, windows, and exterior surfaces. Need something pressure washed? They do that, too. Whatever it is, it will soon be sparkling clean thanks to Sizzo’s. Congratulations on your win!
2nd: Whitaker’s Cleaning Service
3rd: Hot Mess Express
Best Storage Facility
COMPASS SELF STORAGE
1685 US-17, Eagle Lake
You’ve got stuff, they’ve got space. From boats and RVs to small collectibles, they’ve got the indoor, climate-controlled space to store it. They also rent moving trucks and sell moving supplies if you’re beginning the process of downsizing your space. If you’re not ready to part with your stuff, but you need the space, this is your answer. Clients rave about the kind and respectful staff.
2nd: Cooper’s Mini Storage
3rd: The Extra Closet Storage
Best Apartment Community
THE CARLTON AT LAKE DEXTER
1015 Mahaffey Rd, Winter Haven
The residents love living here. Reviews show that the resort-style amenities, the staff, and the leasing process are the best around. One happy resident wrote, “From the moment we entered the office Ms.Paige and the lovely staff at The Carlton at Lake Dexter have made our move to Florida both seamless and smooth. The area has a lot to do and see, a lot of food options and things to do. You will not be disappointed moving here.”
2nd: Carlton Arms of Winter Haven
3rd: RainDance
Best Retirement Complex
SPRING HAVEN SENIOR LIVING
1225 Havendale Blvd NW, Winter Haven
Spring Haven has retired the competition again this year! This five-story, allinclusive luxury community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Residents have 24-hour on-site staff, three chef-prepared meals a day, housekeeping, daily activities, social programming, and individual care customized to each person. This is where Mom wants to be. Congratulations to Spring Haven!
2nd: Lake Howard Heights
3rd: Astoria Senior Living
Best Hotel
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
6225 Cypress Gardens Blvd
Overlooking Lake Dexter, this hotel is conveniently located for your family to stay at during the holiday season. Kidding! But seriously, they’ve got a pool, restaurant, fitness center, and spacious rooms. One reviewer wrote, “Rooms were great, clean, nice, fully loaded with mini fridge, microwave, coffee machine. Shower and washroom were nice and big. All the staff from the front desk to maintenance were always friendly and helpful.”
2nd: Camp Margaritaville RV Resort & Cabana Cabins
3rd: Staybridge Suites
