BEST REALTOR
GATE ARTY | GATE ARTY & THE GROUP - KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
208 E Pine St, Lakeland
(863) 680-9988
FB @lakelandfloridarealestate
Lakeland real estate agent Gate Arty was born in Bangkok, Thailand. His family immigrated to the United States in 1978. He’s been a Lakeland resident since childhood and is proud to call it “home.” According to Arty, “I believe that cultivating true relationships and forming strong bonds is critical to happiness and success in business and in life. If you would like to talk about real estate and require an individual that is passionate about what they do, I believe I can be your real estate advisor.” One client writes, “It was a pleasure to work with Gate Arty, whose experience, knowledge, and professionalism was instrumental in the process of selling our house!”
2nd: Tonya Regan | The McKeel Team, Keller Williams
3rd: Rafael Lozano III | La Rosa Realty Prestige
BEST REALTY COMPANY
GATE ARTY & THE GROUP - KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
208 E Pine St, Lakeland
(863) 680-9988
FB @lakelandfloridarealestate
“Gate and his team always go the extra mile when representing us as a client. Highly professional team who is very knowledgeable and pays attention to details that can really matter in the final result. Their level of service is truly exceptional,” raves one recent Gate Arty & the Group client. Gate Arty & the Group is your go-to for home buying and selling in greater Central Florida. Their professional, homegrown real estate professionals will guide you through the entire real estate home buying and selling process. This Lakeland group is annually recognized by the Wall Street Journal & REAL Trends as one of the nation’s top-selling real estate teams.
2nd: The Mahoney Group
3rd: Next Step Home Team
BEST MORTGAGE BROKER
COMPASS MORTGAGE, LLC
705 E Orange St, Lakeland
(863) 802-1242
FB @compassmortgagellc
IG @compassmortgagellcfl
Need help navigating residential mortgages and refinancing? You need Compass Mortgage! This locally owned and operated Broker offers a variety of mortgage loan products, including FHA, VA, USDA, and Conventional. Compass Mortgage has access to thousands of loan products as a mortgage broker, making it easy to find a loan product that matches your situation. They call this the “Broker Advantage.” One client raves, “I can’t say enough great things about Compass Mortgage. I would highly recommend them for a home purchase or refinance. I have now bought and refinanced several times with them, and they have been able to find me amazing rates and have guided me along the whole process. They make it super easy and I know I am being well taken care of. Really enjoy working with this awesome team!”
2nd: Legacy Mutual Mortgage
3rd: American Liberty Mortgage
BEST AC REPAIR
PAYNE AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING
1048 E Oleander St, Lakeland
(863) 686-6163
FB @PayneAir
Are you ready to feel the Payne?! And by Payne, I mean ice-cold AC! Payne Air Conditioning & Heating has built a reputation of honesty, integrity, and work ethic over their 88 years in business. Combining residential and commercial heating, cooling, and air quality services, they provide a trustworthy and affordable solution to any challenge. Payne maintains an A+ complaint-free rating with the Better Business Bureau and provides services, including new installation, retrofit, seasonal maintenance, and repair of HVAC equipment in Lakeland and the surrounding areas. One cool client writes, “Can’t recommend them enough. Another company quoted us over $600, saying we needed a new fan motor and that they couldn’t get the part until two days later. Payne had their fabulous tech, Willow, out within a few hours who rediagnosed the issue instantly, turns out there was just a frog blocking the fan. They removed it for no extra charge after the diagnostic fee and saved us so much money. We will be using this company for all of our needs.”
2nd: Lakeland Air Conditioning
3rd: Wards Air Conditioning
BEST ELECTRICIAN
LOOK ELECTRIC CO.
1220 George Jenkins Blvd, Lakeland
(863) 859-2515
FB @LOOKelectricco
We’re not ‘shocked’ to hear LOOK Electric is the Best! LOOK Electric is backed by 15 years of dependable electrical services and professionally licensed and certified electricians. They offer services including circuit breakers, panel changeouts, circuits, lighting, fans, surge protectors, generator hookups, boat lift docks, partial/ whole house rewires, and custom layouts. One customer writes in part, “I recently had the pleasure of working with Look Electric Co. for some much-needed electrical upgrades in my home, and I can’t stop raving about the experience! From the moment I reached out to them, the customer service was exceptional. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and super responsive, making the entire process so smooth.”
2nd: Cross Wired Electrical Services
3rd: Lewman Electric
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 a manufacturer’s warranty on products. One customer wrote, “Couldn’t recommend this company highly enough! Their wonderful, knowledgeable technician came out right away (after hours) under very stressful, urgent circumstances, making the entire experience unbelievably easy and efficient. Will be very happy to choose them exclusively, moving forward!”
2nd: Curry & Co. Plumbing
3rd: Stuart’s Plumbing
BEST ROOFING COMPANY
RING CONSTRUCTION, INC.
(863) 337-5139
FB @RingConstructionFL
Ring Construction is really raising the roof on the competition this year! This fully licensed, bonded, and insured roofing contractor is a veteran-owned small business. Ring has provided quality roofing services to Central Florida for the last 40 years. They are large enough to handle any commercial or residential roofing need, yet small enough to monitor your roofing project from start to finish to assure complete customer satisfaction. Although they are focusing on construction now, they will raise a roof for you.
2nd: High Tower Roofing
3rd: Marshall’s LLC A/C and Roofing
BEST PATIO SCREENING COMPANY
MID-FLORIDA ALUMINUM & RESCREENS
(863) 289-2368
FB @Midfloridaaluminumrescreens
Mid-Florida Aluminum & Rescreens is your go-to licensed and insured full-service provider for aluminum, vinyl, and screen solutions. They specialize in a range of services including screen rooms, seamless gutters, vinyl siding, soffit fascia, and more. Based in Polk County and serving the entire Central Florida region, they are certified dealers for top brands such as LifeStyle Screens, Mystic Motorized Screens, Genius Retractable Screens, and Rollaround Screens. This certification allows them to offer a variety of premium screen enclosures for both residential and commercial properties. Contact them today for more information or to get a free quote!
2nd: Jack Hall Jr’s Construction and Aluminum
BEST TREE TRIMMING COMPANY
KIRKLAND’S TREE SERVICE
920 N Carroll Rd, Lakeland
(863) 665-7291
FB: Kirkland’s Tree Service, Inc
With hurricane season in full-swing, you need to make sure the trees in your yard are in tip top shape. Kirkland’s offers topping, tree removal, cavities filled, stump removal, and insurance estimates. One Kirkland’s customer raves, “Needed a good trimming for my palm tree...made an appointment in the morning was here in the afternoon & took care of the job professionally... definitely recommend!”
2nd: Last Leaf Trees Inc
3rd: Bladescape Property Services
BEST LAWN SERVICE/ LANDSCAPING
MIGUEL’S LAWN MAINTENANCE, LLC
(863) 245-3526
FB: Miguel’s lawn maintenance llc
The grass is greener with Miguel’s Lawn Maintenance! Looking for someone to keep your lawn in immaculate shape year-round? Voters choose Miguel’s Lawn Maintenance. This commercial and residential Lakeland lawn care company specializes in tree services, landscaping, and lawn care, and they offer free estimates. One customer writes, “They do excellent and great work. I enjoy that they take their time to get the job done right. I have no complaints or issues with them. Keep up the great and excellent work. Thank you for all the hard work you do and keep up the excellent work you do.”
2nd: Evolve Contracting
3rd: Bladescape Property Services
BEST FENCING COMPANY
PREMIUM FENCE
1555 Williamsburg Square, Lakeland
(863) 698-7876
FB @premiumfencellc
IG @premiumfencellc
Premium Fence started in 2014 and offers vinyl, aluminum, chain link, wood, field, and metal fencing. Premium Fence states, “Our mission was clear from the start: to offer a fencing experience that stands out, ensuring the protection of what’s most important to you—your property, your home, your family.” Among many glowing reviews, one client writes, “Arturo and company did a great job on our chain-link fence. We needed to finish off the yard that already had a fence and connected it perfectly even with some overgrown weeds and obstacles to work around, they did a fantastic job! I highly recommend them for any fencing needs.”
2nd: Williams Fence Co
3rd: Danielle Fence & Outdoor Living
BEST PAINTING COMPANY
MBA PAINTING & PRESSURE WASHING
(863) 413-6624
FB @MBAPaintingPressureWashing
IG @mbapainting52
Transform your home or business with the help of MBA Painting & Pressure Washing. They have over 30 years of experience serving Hillsborough, Polk, and surrounding counties. MBA’s six-step process includes an initial consultation, estimate, scheduling/planning, job production, a final walk-through, and follow-up. One client leaving a five-star review writes, “MBA is my go-to for all my painting and pressure washing needs. They are on time, professional, and take service to another level, which is hard to find these days. Their craftsmanship, skill and attention to detail is unmatched. Do not hesitate to contact them for any of your painting and pressure washing needs!”
2nd: Lakeland Color & Company
3rd: Reyes Painting
BEST PEST CONTROL
SUPERIOR SPRAY SERVICE, INC.
5611 Commercial Blvd, Winter Haven
(833) 682-0700
FB @SuperiorSprayServiceInc
IG @superior_spray_service
Feeling ‘bugged’ at home or your business? You need Superior Spray Service to ‘exterminate’ those worries! Founded in 2003 by Kevin Blanks, Superior offers a full range of indoor and outdoor pest control services, including termite treatments, aquatic pest management, mosquito control, lawn, shrub, and tree spraying, moss removal, and tree injections.
2nd: Josh Johnson Pest Control
3rd: Terminix
BEST CONTRACTOR/ CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
ARNOLD CONSTRUCTION
(863) 216-8776
FB @BuiltbyArnold
IG @builtbyarnold
Arnold Construction has forged a reputation for excellence, attention to detail, and commitment to quality. They boast over 15 years of experience in the construction industry and offer services encompassing a wide range of home improvement projects, with a focus on kitchen and bathroom remodeling and home additions. Arnold Construction says, “Our passion lies in transforming houses into personal sanctuaries where memories are made, laughter echoes, and dreams come true.”
2nd: Joe Goldsmith Construction, Inc.
3rd: Integrity Homes & Construction, Inc.
BEST POOL CONSTRUCTION
GOLDSMITH POOLS
3240 N Galloway Rd, Lakeland
(863) 600-4605
FB @GoldsmithPools
Goldsmith Pools is making a splash with Best of LKLD voters this summer! A leader in backyard luxury, Goldsmith Pools can create a timeless classic or a one-of-a-kind custom pool. They’ll help you every step of the way while building your personal paradise. One customer raves, “Goldsmith Pools designed and constructed an amazing backyard oasis for our family that included a pool with infinity edge spa, large sun shelf, feature wall with a 3 ft sheer waterfall, and paved deck/patio. They were always responsive to our questions and needs. We are very pleased with the finished product and would highly recommend them for your pool/spa needs!”
2nd: Griffin Pools
3rd: Caribbean Pools
BEST RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
THE ESTATES AT CARPENTERS
1001 Carpenters Way, Lakeland
(877) 849-7815
FB @TheEstatesAtCarpenters
IG @theestatesatcarpenters
For over 30 years, The Estates at Carpenters have been creating a meticulously designed community where seniors can live a carefree and vibrant life in their golden years. They offer independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. With resort-style amenities and activities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, heated swimming pool and spa, chef-prepared cuisine, a billiards room, an art studio, two libraries, a pet-friendly park, and a variety of cultural and recreational events, there’s always something fun and relaxing!
2nd: Florida Presbyterian Homes
3rd: Mas Verde Mobile Home Estates
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 with a view over Lake Mirror, The Terrace provides full-service luxury just a stroll away from Munn Park. Guests don’t have to wander far for a delicious meal, thanks to the on-site restaurant, The Terrace Grille. It features fresh, made-fromscratch dishes in an elegant dining space with floor-to-ceiling arched windows and stylish black-and-white patterned floors. The Terrace Hotel boasts 88 guest rooms and three meeting rooms, including the grand Cypress Ballroom, perfect for tying the knot or hosting corporate events. One guest wrote in part, “I really enjoyed my stay here. Service from valet to check out was exemplary. My room was on the 8th floor and felt more like a guest room in a home instead of a hotel room.”
2nd: Home2 Suites by Hilton Lakeland
3rd: Courtyard Lakeland
BEST APARTMENT COMMUNITY
LAKE MIRROR TOWER APARTMENTS
130 S Massachusetts Ave, Lakeland
(833) 704-6663
FB @LakeMirrorTower
Lake Mirror Tower Apartments offers downtown living at its finest! The historic building was restored to provide people with a unique downtown living experience. With a convenient central locale, residents can walk to local shops, restaurants, farmers markets, and many other events. The Lake Mirror Tower Apartments feature apartment homes with lake and city views, offering one and two-bedroom floor plans with natural light, ample closet space, plank-style flooring, and newly upgraded countertops. Residents have access to on-site maintenance, a fitness center, a lobby to entertain family and friends, a pool, a grill station, and an on-site laundry facility.
2nd: Carlton Arms of North Lakeland
3rd: The Preserve at Lakeland Hills
BEST CLEANING COMPANY
ONE CLEAN MOM
(863) 592-2403
FB @thatonecleanmom
Need a refresh or a deep clean? One Clean Mom is here to sweep you off your feet! After all, they mopped the floor with the competition again this year. This Lakelandbased cleaning and organization service proudly declares, “Cleaning messes is our passion.” Owner Ashley Miller and her team offer initial/deep cleaning, standard cleans, and move-in/move-out services. Plus, One Clean Mom provides organizing solutions, with or without side-by-side with the client. “I have used One Clean Mom’s services for a move-out and a deep clean. Both experiences were top-notch! Communication is quick and thorough. The cleaners did an exceptional job! Everyone I have encountered is friendly, professional, and dedicated to getting the job done right!” writes one squeaky-clean client.
2nd: Brothers in Arms Multi-Services Group
3rd: Busy Bees Cleaning Service
BEST STORAGE FACILITY
DISCOUNT MINI STORAGE LAKELAND
3709 Ventura Dr E, Lakeland
(863) 646-6918
FB @DMSLakeland
Trust your stuff with Discount Mini Storage. Discount Mini Storage of Lakeland has a variety of temperature- and non-temperaturecontrolled unit sizes that can help you achieve your storage solution. Their on-site management team takes pride in personal service and maintaining an extremely clean, secure, and pest-free environment to protect your business and personal valuables. Features include block and metal construction, perimeter fencing, surveillance cameras, gated access, and on-site management, with RV and boat storage available.
2nd: Extra Space Storage
3rd: StoreRight Self Storage
