Best Realtor
TONYA REGAN | THE MCKEEL TEAM, KELLER WILLIAMS
(863) 602-7742
FB: Tonya Regan Realtor
IG @tonyaregan_realtorkw
Praised for her market knowledge, communication skills, and work ethic, realtor Tonya Regan has earned her spot on our Best Of LKLD list. One client wrote, “As a real estate broker myself, I know quality professionals when I see them. My wife and I chose Tonya as our Realtor due to her exceptional knowledge of the market and attention to detail. She was patient, communicative, and always available throughout the process. I highly endorse her for her, and will always use her for my real estate transactions.”
2nd: Brock Jennings | Jennings Realty Group
3rd: Donna Barron | LaRosa Realty Prestige
Best Realty Company
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART
218 E Pine St. Lakeland
(863) 577-1234
FB @kwlakeland
IG @kwrealtysmart
Clients rave over the level of service and integrity from Keller Williams Realty Smart agents. It’s no wonder they come highly recommended for professionalism and quality from home buyers and sellers alike! Using local data and expert knowledge, Keller Williams Realty Smart agents assist Central Florida clients in the buying and selling process.
2nd: Century 21 Myers Realty
3rd: Coldwell Banker Realty
Best Mortgage Broker
THE MORTGAGE FIRM LAKELAND
2020 Edgewood Dr S, Lakeland
(863) 937-8024
FB @TheMortgageFirmLakeland
IG @homeloankeys
What began as a small company in Winter Park in 1995 has grown into one of the largest private lenders in the state. The Mortgage Firm Lakeland offers many home loan options including USDA, FHA, Veteran’s Affairs, Conventional, and Bond Loans. One Mortgage Firm Lakeland client reviewed, “Our experience with The Mortgage Firm was absolute professionalism, expediency, knowledge and one-to-one interaction. They are awesome and I would definitely recommend them. Attention to details and we were informed every step of the way.”
2nd: Compass Mortgage
3rd: Home Solution Lenders
Best Home Remodeling
WALLER CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN CENTER
1065 Florida Ave S, Lakeland
(863) 688-8870
FB @WallerDesignCenter
IG @wallergroup
Does your kitchen need a facelift? Waller Construction has provided top of the line residential and commercial construction services to Central Florida clients for 60 years! A family-owned and operated company, Waller offers everything from design and build, to management, consulting, and renovation. Construction services include commercial and residential construction as well as kitchen/ bath remodeling. Waller covers your restoration needs for water damage, fire restoration, mold remediation, and hurricane/ wind. Their excellent work and professionalism have clients returning to Waller for new projects. One homeowner wrote, “We had a bathroom remodel done by Waller Construction. We enjoyed working with everyone on their team from start to finish. We are loving our new beautiful bathroom.”
2nd: Green Construction Services
3rd: Complete Kitchen & Bath
Best Painting Company
BILL’S PAINTING
(863) 648-9577
FB @billspaintingpolkcounty
Bill’s Painting services all of Polk County for any interior and exterior painting, drywall repair, or pressure washing needs. Bill Fulkerson founded the company in 1992 and continues to oversee every job in person and deliver each quote directly. Bill’s Painting backs their nearly 30 years in business with integrity, attention to detail, and customer service, guaranteeing 100% client satisfaction with the finished product. “Bill and his son were on time, professional, informative, and very personable. Did a great job repairing, painting and making sure the job was done to our satisfaction. I would highly recommend his company for any of your painting needs,” writes one happy customer.
2nd: Mike’s Painting and Home Improvements
3rd: Lakeland Painting Co.
Best Home Inspector
MAX HOME INSPECTIONS
(863) 529-8604
FB: MAX Home Inspections
No matter how big or small your home, MAX Home Inspections will work to provide excellent service while educating and protecting property buyers. “At MAX Home Inspections, our comprehensive inspections and commitment to honesty and accuracy bring peace of mind to every client,” reads their website. Inspection services include: Full Home, Four Point, Radon, Pool, Mold, Pre Listing, New Construction Inspections and Wind Mitigations. One MAX Home client writes, “Love working with MAX Home Inspections. They have completed a few inspections for us. They are friendly, thorough, and go above and beyond. Worth every penny!”
2nd: Lakeland Home Inspection Service
3rd: RJD Home Inspections
Best AC Repair
WARDS AIR CONDITIONING
865 Creative Dr, Lakeland
(863) 225-7202
FB: Wards Air Conditioning
Wards AC has been recognized year after year for how cool they keep Polk County! They have provided HVAC products and services, replacement advice, and new installation for residential and commercial customers since 1961. One customer raved, “Prompt, thorough, friendly. always does a great job. Wards has serviced my air conditioner for many years and always does a fantastic job.” Some may like it hot, but we in the sunshine state do not, and Wards has kept the community from melting by installing over 50,000 systems in Polk County over the past 60 years!
2nd: United Refrigeration Inc.
3rd: Springer Bros. Air Conditioning & Heating
Best Roofing Company
R.I.G. CONSTRUCTION AND ROOFING
2001 Havendale Blvd NW #1, Winter Haven
(863) 294-4477
FB @RIGroofing
IG @rigroofing
Results. Integrity. Grounded. That’s what their name stands for and that’s what customers can expect from this “SHINGLE Best Roofer” around. R.I.G. puts the core values in their name at the forefront of every job. Serving the areas of Polk County and Central Florida, R.I.G. Construction and Roofing brings 30 years of experience to your next residential or commercial roofing project. Winner for Best Roofing Company on the east side of the county in our Best Of Haven last year, word seems to be spreading about their ‘through the roof’ results.
2nd: Springer-Peterson Roofing & Sheet Metal
3rd: K.L. Smith, Inc. Roofing Experts
Best Plumber
GILLUM-WADDELL PLUMBING CO.
2450 Commerce Point Dr, Lakeland
(863) 665-6222
FB @GillumWaddellPlumbing
What began as Gillum Plumbing in 1949, now Gillum-Waddell Plumbing, is the Best Of LKLD plumbing company this year! They offer services including line inspections, sewer jetting and drain cleaning, leak detection and repair, water heater replacement and repair, 24-hour emergency service for existing customers, and more. Plus, Gillum-Waddell has a showroom with top brands like Kohler, Moen, Delta, and American Standard for the plumbing items you need. “These people are life savers. They are so kind and professional, communication is top notch and their service is excellent. If only all vendors were so easy to work with!” wrote one happy client.
2nd: Curry & Co. Plumbing
3rd: Cypress Plumbing
Best Patio Screening Company
MID-FLORIDA ALUMINUM & RESCREENS
(863) 289-2368
FB @Midfloridaaluminumrescreens
Voted Best Patio Screening Company again! Mid-Florida Aluminum & Rescreens are a Licensed and Insured full-service aluminum, vinyl and screen company specializing in screen rooms, seamless gutter, vinyl siding, soffit/fascia, sliding garage screens and more. Based out of Polk County and serving all of Central Florida, Mid-Florida Aluminum is a certified dealer for LifeStyle Screens, Genius Retractable, & Rollaround Screens. This allows them to offer more than the standard type of screen enclosure for any home or business. Call or message them for more information or a free quote today!
2nd: Jack Hall Jr’s Construction and Aluminum
3rd: Cool Screens Florida
Best Construction Company
WALLER CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN CENTER
1065 Florida Ave S, Lakeland
(863) 688-8870
FB @WallerDesignCenter
IG @wallergroup
Claiming another spot on our Best Of LKLD list, Waller Construction is a force to be reckoned with for remodeling and construction! A family-owned and operated company for 60 years, Waller offers design and build, management, consulting, and renovation. Construction services include commercial and residential construction as well as kitchen/ bath remodeling. One client said, “We have used Waller Construction on several projects, both large and small over the past several years. We have enjoyed working with Brian Waller and the Waller team. We have found Waller’s personnel to be both completely professional and personally concerned with assuring that the project was done to our complete satisfaction. The projects were completed on time and on budget. We can recommend Waller Construction without reservation.”
2nd: Springer Construction
3rd: Green Construction Services
Best Retirement Community
THE ESTATES AT CARPENTERS
1001 Carpenters Way, Lakeland
(863) 279-4503
FB @TheEstatesAtCarpenters
IG @theestatesatcarpenters
The Estates at Carpenters is a not-for-profit 55+ Continuing Care Retirement Community with over thirty years of experience in the senior living space. According to their website, “We know retirees have worked hard and planned well for their retirement, and we want our residents to experience the ideal carefree, vibrant retirement lifestyle. That’s why The Estates at Carpenters is meticulously designed to meet all of your needs – and exceed your expectations – so you don’t have to settle on anything.” They offer independent living with an array of amenities and services, as well as assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. A family member of one Estates at Carpenters resident said, “The Estates has taken great care of my family member who lives there. We are no longer worried about them. Thanks to your entire team!”
2nd: Florida Presbyterian Homes
3rd: Lake Ashton
Best Hotel
THE TERRACE HOTEL, TAPESTRY COLLECTION BY HILTON
329 E Main St, Lakeland
(863) 688-0800
FB @TerraceHotel
IG @terracehotellakeland
A Lakeland landmark, The Terrace Hotel is a full-service luxury hotel overlooking Lake Mirror and just a short walk from Munn Park and all that downtown has to offer. This historic hotel described as “old-world glamour that is classic and timeless” is perfect for a Lakeland staycation with 73 guestrooms and 15 suites, and the newly renovated on-site restaurant, The Terrace Grille.
2nd: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lakeland
3rd: Hampton Inn Lakeland
Best Apartment Community
LAKELAND GRAND
4315 Talon Loop, Lakeland
(863) 308-7279
FB @lakelandgrand
IG @lakelandgrand
Lakeland Grand is a fresh-faced community delivering Lakelanders a slice of ‘the good life.’ “With premium finishes and wide-open spaces, each floor plan from Lakeland Grand brings you unparalleled luxury without sacrificing on comfort.” Lakeland Grand’s premier amenities include a pool, clubhouse, fitness center, sauna, on-site maintenance and management, playground, business center, garage, free weights, and high speed internet.
2nd: Town Center at Lakeside Village Apartments
3rd: NOBAY
Best Moving Company
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK
3220 Atlantic Ave, Lakeland
(863) 594-1002
FB @TwoMenandaTruckPolkCounty
Two Men and a Truck have been shouldering boxes, lugging couches, and taking the stress out of moving for Lakeland residents since 2007. Over the years these “Movers Who Care” completed more than 30,000 moves. They offer local moving, junk removal, longdistance moving, parking services, loading and unloading services, and boxes and supplies. With no minimum charges, you only pay for the actual time Two Men and a Truck professionals spend on your move!
2nd: Lakeland Moving & Storage
3rd: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving
Best Cleaning
PARAGON HOME SERVICES
303 Florida Ave S, Lakeland
(863) 666-1199
FB @ParagonCleans
Floor care, pressure washing, lawn care, deep cleaning, handyman services, pest control, and many more cleaning and maintenance services – Paragon does it all! Whether you’re simply looking for help maintaining your home or have the bigger task of home sales prep, home purchase prep, or vacation home turnover, keep Paragon in mind because they are, well… the paragon of cleaning services. Best Of LKLD voters love that services can be bundled into a package or subscription too!
2nd: On The Spot Cleaning Solutions
3rd: The Cleaning Authority