For your convenience, my team has compiled this list of vendors who have been helpful to us, our clients, friends or other Realtors in my office in the past.
If you choose to use their services, please let me know about your experience. Or, if there is a vendor that you know of who provides great service at a reasonable price, please let me know.
Len Hardison
ViewThisOrlandoHome.com
RE/MAX 200 Realty
ACCOUNTANTS (CPA)
Udvari & Goembel -- 407.339.8155; Ask for Dale Goembel. website: udvarigoembelcpa.com **Dale is Len's personal and business CPA.
Mission Statement:
"Our purpose is to provide our clients with solutions and peace of mind through the accounting services that we perform. We provide solutions to your personal and business tax compliance requirements, to your tax, financial, and estate planning objectives, and to your business accounting and financial reporting needs with the peace of mind that the services are performed with the highest quality and ethical standards. We strive to build and maintain long-lasting business relationships, and this website is an extension of our commitment to you."
AIR CONDITIONING
Matthew Roberts Inc. -- 407-365-1222; ask for Matthew Roberts. Website: matthewrobertsinc.com **referred by a client
Mission Statement:
"Matthew Roberts, Inc. offers only top quality air conditioning systems. We have been in business for 12 years and have kept going strong thanks to loyal customers like you. Our goal is to serve each customer for their own individual needs, and meet those needs without over-charging or up selling, just to make a profit. We are an independent Trane® dealer and an authorized Rheem Team® dealer, as well as being NATE certified!"
APPLIANCES
Delintz Dryer Vent Cleaning Service -- 407-522-1666 (this is a message center, leave a message and someone will return your call), or visit their website at delintz.com **Len has used their service with good results
Mission Statement:
"Delintz's philosophy is to provide quality service at affordable rates. By having our service done on a yearly basis as dryer manufacturers suggest, we can save our customers more in time and energy than our service costs. This gives our customers real benefits and value, with the convenience and security of knowing their dryer is operating efficiently. We believe that delinting your dryer vent regularly will greatly reduce the potential for fires that exists, help reduce energy consumption, minimize dryer damage, and give our customers greater peace of mind."Milcarsky’s Appliance Centre -- 407.830.6800; Ask for Doug Morey at ext. 22. Website: Milcarsky.com **recommended by another agent in our RE/MAX office
Mission Statement:
"Excellent word-of-mouth advertising is one reason why Milcarsky's Appliance Centre' has grown-----they are the #1 Builder Distributor of high-end appliances in Central Florida and are considered “the” place to go for the best brands, the best prices and unsurpassed expertise from a true Builder Distributor sensitive to the needs of the customer and professionals in the building industry. Milcarsky's is very proud of the fact that they are consistently recognized as the appliance provider for many builders who have won the prestigious Aurora award."
ARCHITECT
Orlando Design Group, Inc. -- 407.831.3113; Ask for David Brauer, or visit their website at OrlandoDesignGroup.com. **recommended by another agent in our RE/MAX office
Mission Statement:
"We have been serving the needs of America since 1990. We specialize in new home design, renovations, and construction documents - a full service design studio with the perfect blend of construction savvy and creative design ability. Our designs have been constructed in the finest communities nationwide. Our collection of Stock Plans consists of a thoughtfully prepared ensemble of elegant home plans that are proven best sellers. Each plan has been meticulously planned to offer ultimate livability. We at The Orlando Design Group, Inc. are prepared to offer you the best in custom home design whether it be for a new home, an addition, or a whole house renovation."
AUTOMOBILES (USED)
Blue Book Auto Sales -- 407.321.0741; Ask for Steve Lash. Website: JimLashBlueBookCars.com. ** Please tell Steve that Len Hardison sent you. We, along with a number of our clients have had great experiences purchasing quality cars at a good price through Blue Book Auto Sales.
Mission Statement:
"Our goal is to help our customers by providing them with product knowledge, counseling and honesty. We help our customers to make prudent decisions which will benefit them and their families. We do not pressure our customers. Our customers’ decisions are those which are best for the long term, not the impulsive short term. We understand budgets. Whether it's a total dollar amount, or a monthly payment, we encourage you to be a good steward of your money. Why does Blue Book cars do business this way?* So we can continue doing business for another 25 years.
* Because our business was built on repeat and referral customers.
* Because that's the way business should be done."
AUTOMOTIVE
Marty's Auto Works -- 407.339.7702; Ask for Marty Disanto. 154 Mingo Trail Longwood, FL 32750. Website: MartysAutoWorks.com **recommended by another agent at RE/MAX 200 Realty
Mission Statement:
"Marty's Auto Works is a family-owned-and-operated auto repair shop in Longwood, Florida that offers professional auto repair and car maintenance services for both new and old vehicles. Since 1996 we have taken great pride in providing exceptional service and satisfaction to our Central Florida customers. Our auto specialists are highly skilled and experienced ASE certified technicians. We maintain a full service auto and truck repair shop equipped with the latest state of the art equipment. We provide service for domestic and foreign cars and light duty trucks. Our reputation as automotive experts and our willingness to give our customers honest answers and solutions to their automotive challenges is unsurpassed in our industry"
BANKING
First Commercial Bank of Florida -- 407.447.0663; Ask for John Wayne. Website: FCBflorida.com -- email: jwayne@fcbflorida.com
Mission Statement:
"At First Commercial, you get a Banker, not just a bank. Our staff has a legacy of outstanding service to our community over many years. First Commercial Bank is a full-service bank offering a complete line of products and services for individuals and businesses. Designed to meet your needs and competitively priced, our services are unsurpassed in Central Florida. Our goal is to be the distinctive difference to the large 'chain' banks. At First Commercial, you're a neighbor -- not a number. Personalized service offered by our staff will remind you of banking the way it used to be --the only exception is we have invested in state-of-the-art technology to also offer you exceptional convenience. From ATM/Debit cards, to Internet Banking, to convenient bank by mail services, to commercial loans and mortgages, to residential construction and mortgage loans, to SBA loans."
BATH, TUB, AND TILE
A Bath Pro -- 407.869.8696 **Len and Erin have used them for several jobs and have been pleased with the service and results
BUILDING INSPECTORS
Certified Building Inspectors -- 407.628.4405; Request inspectors Jack Davis or Gary Fryer, or for a new construction inspection, request inspector Coleman Budd. Website: OrlandoHomeInspections.com
CABINETS
SMAD Cabinets -- 407.467.4879; Ask for Stephen Driscoll **another Realtor in our RE/MAX office and a client have been pleased with their work
Here's what a client had to say: "We really liked (Stephen Driscoll) because he was personal and his price was lower. Man! He made our lives so much easier. He was very knowledgeable, professional, and was sensitive to what we needed. Most importantly, he did a fabulous job!!! We really love our bathrooms now and we definitely recommend Stephen Driscoll!" Grateful, Nathan Chang
T2 Kitchen & Bath, Inc.-- 407-877-7474
CAREER COUNSELING
New Beginnings Counseling -- 407.331.7717, ext 7; Ask for Rachel Blackston. email: rachel@newbeginningsorlando.com
Mission Statement:
"Rachel is a career counselor working for a local private practice who has a passion for helping people find jobs that that they love. Rachel administers the Myers-Briggs and the Strong Interest Inventory to assist individuals in discerning their personality, interests and skills as they relate to career options. She also helps individuals who need help putting together a resume and cover letter or developing skills in interviewing and networking. She worked as the Assistant Director of the University of Central Florida Career Development Center before moving to Reformed Theological Seminary and serving as the Director of Vocational Development. In addition to counseling, Rachel has served as adjunct faculty at UCF and Reformed Theological Seminary teaching career development courses."
CARPENTRY
Bruce Falco Carpentry, Inc. -- 386.334.2731; ask for Bruce.
CARPET CLEANING
Technique Carpet Cleaning -- 407.977.6866; Ask for Bruce Frucci **several clients have commented that Bruce did a great job and is the only person they know who is passionate about cleaning carpets.
CARPET INSTALLATION
Herrick Carpet Service, Inc. -- 407-891-1987. Ask for Ron Herrick, 3rd generation carpet sales, installation services
CHIROPRACTOR
Darrow Chiropractic -- 407.331.4040. Ask for Dr David Darrow. Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Massage. Website: DarrowTotalCare.com **recommended by another agent in our RE/MAX office
CLEANING - RESIDENTIAL
A Final Touch -- 407.671-5667 – Ask for Jackie or Don (1 time cleaning – moving, new construction and remodeling also windows) **referred by a client
Karen Tardonia -- 407.376.4387 **referred by another agent in our RE/MAX office
Maid Brigade -- 407.831.6243 – Ask for Candace **referred by a client
Paulina Bolanos -- 407.671.7358 or 407.929.5544 cell **referred by a client
CONTRACTOR
Domestic Detailing By Dale -- 407.331.3537; Ask for Dale Colter **Dale has done a number of projects for Len. Len and our clients find Dale to be reliable, honest and pleasant to do business with, as well as providing quality work.
COUNTER TOPS
Stephen Driscoll -- 407.467.4879
