Pro Services - Best of Haven 2026
- Haven Magazine
- 2 days ago
- 7 min read
Best Florist
GOLDEN PETAL DESIGNS
390 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven
Everything’s coming up roses for Golden Petal! Shelly and David Braswell have been helping Polk County celebrate special occasions with thoughtfully and artfully arranged custom floral arrangements for almost 30 years. From a single bouquet to flowers for your next event, they will make something beautiful for you. Congratulations on this repeat win!
2nd: Lasater Flowers
3rd: Flowers from the Heart by Michelle
Best Hair Salon
SPECTRUM STUDIO
219 3rd St SW, Winter Haven
Spectrum Studio has cut out the competition! The stylists can help you get the look you want, they are shear genius! If you need a blowout, new color, or a whole new look, you’ve got to check them out. One happy client wrote, “Bill is an excellent hair artist, and Kelly does beautiful mani/pedies.” Lindsey also got a shout-out from happy clients. Congratulations to all of the staff at Spectrum Studio, keep on hairdo-ing what you do!
2nd: Modern Muse Beauty Co.
3rd: Balance Beauty Salon
Best Barbershop
SPORT CLIPS HAIRCUTS OF WINTER HAVEN
5719 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven
Sport Clips is a cut above the rest! One happy client wrote, “The attention to detail is outstanding—the edges are clean and sharp, the fade is smooth, and the scissor trim on top comes out perfect every time. They listen carefully to how I want my hair cut and make sure everything is even and properly blended before I leave. The staff is friendly, professional, and takes pride in their work.” We couldn’t have said it better ourselves.
2nd: Headquarters Barbershop
3rd: The Vintage Barber Lounge
Best Permanent Makeup
BROW AND BEAUTY BAR BY CAROLYN
2200 Havendale Blvd, Winter Haven
Congratulations on this repeat win! No lip service here. Save time in the mornings and simplify with permanent eyeliner and lip color. If your brows need some color, she can do that, too. Just think of it, you’ll have perfect makeup in the pool, when you wake up, at the gym, on the boat, everywhere! If you’ve ever thought about trying it, here’s your sign. Carolyn is a really sweet woman, you’ll love her.
2nd: Blink Me Beautiful
3rd: Pinky’s Place Winter Haven
Best Nail Salon
KELLY SANFORD
Spectrum Studio
219 3rd St SW, Winter Haven
We’re not surprised that Kelly has won again this year! She shines more than a glossy top coat. She’s really nail-ed the competition. But seriously, life is short, but your nails don’t have to be. And even if they are, Kelly will have them looking gorgeous in no time. Her clients are die-hard, and they love her. Congratulations to Kelly again this year!
2nd: Jessica’s Treatment Room
3rd: Tips and Toes Nail Spa
Best Daycare
CALVARY KIDS PRE-SCHOOL & DAYCARE
2101 Overlook Dr SE, Winter Haven
Calvary Kids has won for a second year in a row, congratulations! Parents love and trust Calvary, especially the Christian values they teach. One very happy parent wrote, “Our children love going and we couldn’t ask for more kind, loving teachers. Calvary provides a great learning environment that is enriching in many ways.”
2nd: Cypress Academy Preschool
3rd: Parkland Baptist Child Care Center
Best Dry Cleaner
BUSY BUBBLES LAUNDROMAT
3397 Cypress Gardens Rd, Winter Haven
Got stains? Got wrinkly clothes? Floppy collars? Busy Bubbles offers dry cleaning and can help you with these pressing matters. From suits to delicate fabrics and specialty items, Busy Bubbles offers competitive pricing, fast turnaround times, and quality service. Congratulations!
2nd: Dry Clean America
3rd: Crown Cleaners
Best Bank
CITIZENS BANK & TRUST
The oldest community bank in the area has done it again this year! This fullservice bank has been serving the community since 1920. They are local bankers who live in and work for the community they call home. They know how important it is for your bank to work just as hard for your money as you do. Congratulations on this repeat win!
2nd: MIDFLORIDA Credit Union
3rd: SouthState Bank
Best Financial Advisor
RYAN CONLEY
Edward Jones
You’ve got money questions, and Ryan has answers. For almost 20 years, he’s been helping people plan for retirement, save for college, and helping to protect the financial future of the ones you love. Ryan can help you develop specific strategies so you can achieve your goals and have peace of mind. Congratulations on your win!
2nd: Calin Gribbin | Allen & Company of Florida
3rd: Jesus Vega-Cerda | Edward Jones
Best CPA
CONNER & ASSOCIATES
20 3rd St SW, Winter Haven
Year after year, Conner & Associates win! They specialize in tax prep for individuals and businesses. Their team will help you navigate accounting, bookkeeping, financial planning, and consulting so you can focus on growing your business. They’ve earned the trust and balanced the books of locals. Congratulations on another win this year!
2nd: Thomas E. Jennings & Co. CPA PA
3rd: Clifton Larson Allen
Best Insurance Agent
ERIK SEALY
3395 Cypress Gardens Rd, Winter Haven
Auto, home, life, or business, Erik can help you protect what’s important. Combining years of experience and knowledge, he can help you find the best policy to fit your life. For over 20 years, he has specialized in commercial and personal insurance services. This is a repeat win for Erik Sealy, congratulations on your continued success!
2nd: Dan Mann | State Farm
3rd: Lacy McClintock | State Farm
Best Law Firm
SOUTHERN ATLANTIC LAW GROUP
290 1st St S, Winter Haven
The verdict is in! Congratulations to Southern Atlantic Law Group! Nobody wants to have legal issues. But it’s nice to know that if we do, we can call them for practical and strategic legal advice. They are more than just attorneys offering customized solutions to your situation. They are your legal advocates. They are a trusted group of lawyers providing a wide range of services. Congratulations to the entire team!
2nd: Kemp Injury Law, PA
3rd: The Law Offices of Carter J. Adams
Best Dog Groomer
GROOMING DEALS
1616 6th St SE, Winter Haven
Congratulations to the ulti-mutt dog groomers! Is your furry friend a little smelly? Are their nails too long? Teeth super funky? Hair not flowing in the wind? Call Grooming Deals! One very happy fur baby parent wrote, “Couldn’t ask for better care, attention and communication when we take our Bernedoodle to see the ladies here. Staff is always happy, professional and genuinely smiling when you walk in. We’re customers for life.”
2nd: Little Wolfe’s Pet Resort
3rd: Golden Spots Pet Grooming
Best Dog Trainer
DOODLE HAVEN DOG TRAINING
Does your dog like to ruff-house? Is he always barking up the wrong tree? Does he keep stealing your sock? Sounds like they need K9 Kindergarten or Doggie Bootcamp! Danette Karnes will train your pet to be the best they can be. One client wrote, “This is a much calmer dog. She listens better and knows what she has to do. What a difference she is. A joy to play with now because she isn’t pawing or biting at all.” Congratulations on your win, Doodle Haven!
2nd: Little Wolfe’s Pet Resort
3rd: Marco Magiolo
Best Doggy Daycare
LITTLE WOLFE’S PET RESORT
555 6th St NW, Winter Haven
Congratulations to the fetching team at Little Wolfe’s! They win year after year because locals love and trust them with their pets. We don’t want to leave our pups all day! But it feels good knowing they’re somewhere getting lots of exercise and love. They get the paw-ty started as soon as you drop them off. Thank you Little Wolfe’s, for raising the woof and keeping our pets safe and happy!
2nd: Paw Printz
3rd: Golden Spots Pet Grooming
Best Auto Dealer
LOW PAYMENT KINGS
Another year, another win for the Low Payment Kings! If you’re in need of a new or used Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, or FIAT, this is your place. What started in 1966, with a single family-owned dealership in Monroe, Michigan, has grown into six dealerships that still treat every customer like family. Let them know what you need, and their team will point you toward the best options for your budget. Congrats on another win!
2nd: Bartow Ford
3rd: Jarrett-Gordon Ford
Best Oil Change
TAKE 5 OIL CHANGE
Multiple locations
Stay in your car during this 10-minute oil change! This service comes with a complete oil and filter change, fluid top-offs, a tire pressure check, and a multipoint inspection. You’ll be back on the road in no time, feeling so good about yourself because you’re adulting so well! Congratulations on this repeat win, Take 5! The locals love you!
2nd: CarDi Automotive
3rd: Grease Monkey
Best Auto Repair
ADKINS AUTOMOTIVE
3370 Dundee Rd, Winter Haven
The “check engine” light is on, and your heart just sank. No worries. Take your car to Adkins! This family-owned and operated full-service auto repair company is a favorite for locals. One very happy car owner wrote, “They are exactly what their sign says, modern technology with an old school service and work ethics. Honest, fair and transparent when pricing a job with the customers best interest at the forefront. Putting pride and integrity in their work.” Congratulations to the team at Adkins!
2nd: Formula R Auto Electric
3rd: Johnny’s Automotive
Best Car Wash
MISTER CAR WASH
Multiple locations
Have you joined the cleanest club in Polk County yet? The Unlimited Wash Club at Mister is the hottest and most foamtastic place to be. Get those cars sparkling and tires shining, with free use of the vacuums and an on-site expert to answer any questions. The car wash club is a clean investment, and Mister is a soap-erior choice. Congrats on this repeat win!
2nd: Pat’s Nustar Car Wash
3rd: El Car Wash
Best Printing Shop
STACY’S PRINTING
6320 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven
Stacy’s Printing began in 2017 with one machine and a countertop. She’s since grown into a full-functioning print shop! From the smallest business cards to large banners, she can do it. This repeat winner continues her mother’s legacy with kindness and superior quality. One happy customer wrote, “Excellent Customer Service and Printing Services, always on time or ahead of schedule, Best prices Polk, Orange, Osceola County, 10 - stars!” Congratulations!
2nd: Thompson Speed Printing
3rd: Progressive Printers
Best Tech Repair
TECHMATE COMPUTER SALES & SERVICE
1107 3rd St SW, Winter Haven
It’s another win for TechMate! You are one click or call away from someone helping you with the simplest or most confusing tech problem you may have. That computer virus is not a problem, if you call them. Is your computer running so slow that you can cook dinner while waiting for something to load? Call them. Did your laptop just crash? Won’t turn on? Call them. They’ve got the answers. TechMate will get you up and running again in no time.
2nd: Affordable Computer Geeks
3rd: UBreakiFix
Best Funeral Services
KERSEY FUNERAL HOME
108 Lake Stella Dr, Auburndale
It’s the last phone call you want to make. Kersey will help you through it. From burial services, cremation services, funeral and memorial services, pre-need planning, veteran’s services including military honors, ash scattering assistance, certified celebrant services, or human composting through a partner provider, the staff at Kersey Funeral Home will guide you with compassion and dignity.
2nd: Oak Ridge Funeral Care
3rd: Gilley’s Cremation
