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LKLD Best of 2022 -Home Services



BEST REALTOR

TONYA REGAN THE MCKEEL TEAM, KELLER WILLIAMS

(863) 602-7742

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IG @tonyaregan_realtorkw

On the hunt for your dream home? Tonya Regan can help! Regan is a repeat winner in the Best Realtor category. Clients give Regan five stars for her responsiveness, negotiation skills, professionalism, communication, and market expertise. One client wrote of Regan, “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: Christina Moore The Moore Team, Keller Williams

3rd: Brian Stephens Keller Williams


BEST REALTY COMPANY

KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART

218 E Pine St. Lakeland

(863) 577-1234

FB @kwlakeland

IG @kwrealtysmart

Keller Williams Realty Smart gets high marks across the board from clients and agents alike. Serving all of Central Florida, KW Realty Smart can help you buy or sell your residential and commercial property. Clients who use this realty company remark on their professionalism, quality, responsiveness, and value. According to Keller Williams, “Our agents have local data and expert knowledge to guide you through the process of selling and buying.”

2nd: S&D Real Estate Services

3rd: SVN Saunders Ralston Dantzler Real Estate


BEST MORTGAGE BROKER

COMPASS MORTGAGE LLC

705 E Orange St, Lakeland

(863) 802-1242

FB @compassmortgagellc

IG @compassmortgagellcfl

Where banks are often limited in the loan products they carry, Compass Mortgage extends to you their “Broker Advantage.” According to Compass Mortgage, “As a Mortgage Broker, we actually have access to thousands of different loan products. For this reason, we will typically be able to find a loan product that matches your particular situation. We will help you choose the best possible product with the lowest possible rate.” Some of their mortgage loan products include FHA, VA, USDA, and Conventional to assist you with all your residential mortgage and refinancing needs.

2nd: The Mortgage Firm Lakeland

3rd: Home Solution Lenders


BEST AC REPAIR

PAYNE AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

1048 E Oleander St, Lakeland

(863) 686-6163

FB @PayneAir

IG @payne_air

Is it hot in here? Call Payne Air Conditioning & Heating! Payne’s reputation for honesty, integrity, and work ethic are backed by 86 years in the business. They offer AC repair, HVAC maintenance, air conditioner installation, heating service, and heat pump installation for residential and commercial properties. Take the pain out of ac repair with Payne Air Conditioning! One cool customer wrote, “Called Payne AC this morning and Greg Wilson was at my door shortly after I called. Greg quickly diagnosed the issue and made the repair. He was very professional and detailed the issue and what repairs were needed. I highly recommend using this company for any AC repairs.”

2nd: Wards Air Conditioning

3rd: The Lakeland Air Conditioning Company


BEST ELECTRICIAN

WILSON ELECTRIC COMPANY

230 N Ingraham Ave, Lakeland

(863) 682-0158

FB @TheWilsonElectric

Wilson will get you wired up! These residential and commercial electricians have served Lakeland, Winter Haven, and the surrounding areas since 1922. Wilson Electric Company can help you with interior and exterior jobs (large or small), new builds and extensions, and they offer 24/7 emergency service, so you aren’t left in the dark. “Our electricians have at least five years of working experience in residential projects and at least eight years working experience in industrial and commercial residential installation. We are the electrical contractors you can trust with your home or business.”

2nd: Speedway Electric

3rd: Aveco Electrical, Inc.


BEST PLUMBING COMPANY

RICHARD C. FOX PLUMBING

1103 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland

(863) 816-9414

FB @richardfoxplumbing

Family-owned and operated for over 20 years, Richard C. Fox Plumbing provides commercial and residential plumbing services. Plumbing problem in the middle of the night? They offer 24/7 emergency services too! Sewer camera, sewer jetting, water heater repair, plumbing repipes – no matter the service you need, Richard C. Fox Plumbing has a 100% satisfaction guarantee backed by a one-year warranty on all services and manufacturer’s warranty on products. One customer wrote, “Richard Fox Plumbing is my go-to for any plumbing problems. Team is always professional and prices are very reasonable. Trust them for any job! You won’t be disappointed!”

2nd: Curry & Co. Plumbing

3rd: Gillum-Waddell Plumbing Co.


BEST ROOFING COMPANY

R.I.G. ROOFING

2001 Havendale Blvd NW, Winter Haven

(863) 294-4477

FB @RIGroofing

IG @rigroofing

“Your Shingle Best Roofer” wins again! R.I.G. Roofing is a locally owned roofing contractor providing service to residential and commercial customers, including free storm damage assessments, emergency roof repair, insurance roof claim assistance, and financial options, across Polk County and Central Florida. “We are a faith-driven company with over 30 years experience. We’ll always tell you the truth. Each roof is in a different stage of its life, and we will help you to devise a plan that, if possible, extends the life of your roof....instead of just trying to sell you a new one.”

2nd: High Tower Roofing

3rd: Musick Roofing


BEST PATIO SCREENING COMPANY

MID-FLORIDA ALUMINUM & RESCREENS

(863) 289-2368

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Best Of LKLD voters continually trust Mid-Florida Aluminum & Rescreens to keep them made in the shade! This licensed and insured full-service aluminum company provides sliding garage screens, windows/doors, seamless gutters, rescreen, soffit/fascia, carport, vinyl siding, hand-railing, and screen enclosures. Based out of Polk County and serving all of Central Florida, Mid-Florida Aluminum is a certified dealer for LifeStyle Screens, Mystic Motorized 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: Polk Patio and Screening Services


BEST CONTRACTOR/ CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

SPRINGER CONSTRUCTION

2622 Longhorn Dr, Lakeland

(863) 225-5606

Respect, honesty, humility, and trust – these are the core values Springer Construction is built on. Founded in 1987, this third-generation, familyowned General Contracting firm builds and maintains Industrial, Retail, and Commercial Construction. Their portfolio includes exceptional work for Bernie Little, Streamsong, Yard on Mass, Front Page Brewing, several MIDFLORIDA Credit Union locations, and more. Springer Construction says, “Our blueprint for success is delivering quality construction on time and on budget.”

2nd: Sharrett Construction

3rd: GCS Remodel


BEST RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

BEACON TERRACE

2425 Harden Blvd, Lakeland

(855) 681-1987

BeaconTerrace Retire and relax in Lakeland’s premier (and pet-friendly) 55+ retirement mobile home community. Beacon Terrace offers community amenities including a community swimming pool, whirlpool-spa-hot tub, billiards, library, game room, clubhouse, and fishing opportunities. Its on-site management and laundry facilities ensure residents a safe and convenient environment. “Located in the tranquil city of Lakeland, FL, Beacon Terrace offers its residents the ease of living in the Tampa/Clearwater/St. Petersburg metro area without all of the noise and traffic.”

2nd: The Estates at Carpenters

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 historic boutique hotel overlooking Lake Mirror, the Terrace Hotel offers full-service luxury a short walk from Munn Park. Guests don’t have to roam far to grab a bite to eat with the on-site restaurant, The Terrace Grille, which boasts fresh, made-fromscratch dishes served in an upscale dining space with floor-to-ceiling arched windows and black and white patterned floors. The Terrace Hotel offers 88 guest rooms and three meeting rooms, including the grand Cypress Ballroom, an ideal space for wedding and corporate events.

2nd: Hampton Inn Lakeland

3rd: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lakeland


BEST APARTMENT COMMUNITY

LAKELAND GRAND

4315 Talon Loop, Lakeland

(863) 400-3465

FB @lakelandgrand

IG @lakelandgrand

“Live in a fresh new community with cutting-edge design, incredible amenities, and engaging social spaces at our brand new Lakeland apartment homes.” The name says it all – Lakeland Grand Apartments delivers on its promise of luxury with “contemporary yet sophisticated interior designs.” Residents can choose from one, two, and threebedroom floor plans to suit their needs. Lakeland Grand amenities include a pool, clubhouse, fitness center, sauna, on-site maintenance and management, playground, business center, garage, free weights, and high internet speed.

2nd: Carlton Arms

3rd: Mirrorton Apartments


BEST CLEANING COMPANY

ONE CLEAN MOM CLEANING & ORGANIZATION

(863) 670-9615

FB @onecleanmom

No need to do the dirty work when you have One Clean Mom! This Lakeland-based cleaning and organization service says, “Cleaning messes is our passion.” Owner Ashley Miller and her staff provide initial/ deep clean, standard clean, and move-in/move-out cleaning services. Additionally, One Clean Mom offers organizing services, with or without side-by-side client help. “One Clean Mom is the best. I have been using them for several years and wouldn’t think of using anyone else. Always punctual and job is well done,” writes one satisfied client.

2nd: The Cleaning Authority

3rd: Busy Bees Cleaning Service


BEST POOL SERVICE COMPANY

PINCH A PENNY

Multiple Locations

FB @PinchAPennyPool

IG @pinchapennypool

There’s no reason to dip into your savings when you just want to take a dip in your pool. The cannonball king of the summer goes to Pinch A Penny for the pool service value they provide to Polk County customers. ‘The perfect people for the perfect pool’ offer pool cleaning and maintenance, equipment installation and repair, renovations, acid washing and stain treatment, and leak detection and repair. “With more than 260 stores and over 45 years in the business, Pinch A Penny has the knowledge and expertise to handle any pool care problem. Plus, we have more Certified Pool Operators than any other pool supply store, so why trust your swimming pool or backyard to anyone else?”

2nd: Michael’s Pool Service

3rd: Mike’s Quality Pools


BEST STORAGE FACILITY

EXTRA SPACE STORAGE

Multiple Locations

(877) 540-3698

FB @extraspace

IG @extraspace

We could all use some Extra Space, right? Founded in 1977, Extra Space Storage is now the second largest operator of self-storage facilities in the United States. Their facilities are equipped with video surveillance, personalized security codes to access gates and entry points, and are well-lit throughout the property so you can ensure your belongings stay safe. Extra Space Storage offers climate-controlled storage, vehicle storage, and more. Their online Storage Unit Size Guide can help you figure out what size storage unit best fits your needs!

2nd: StoreRight Self Storage

3rd: Century Storage

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