My contractor experience thus far
 

These are the services we've had performed so far and thought it would be helpful to share my experience. We had solar panels put on the roof for solar pool heat and Jack's From Jack's Solar was our contractor - 352-267-4903. They came when they said they would, worked like dogs and got the job done on time. Very good to work with and I would recommend.

Tile Seal....actually grout seal. We used Professional Carpet and Tile - Pat Moore - 352-516-3565. He was very pleasant to work with, came when he said he would did a great job on the tile and went above and beyond to make us happy. I would recommend.

We are using Stellar for our landscaping - 352-553-2597. They have been great so far. They mow, trim, pest control, fertilize and clean up well when they are finished. I would again recommend.



We also used Tim The Tool Man (Tim Miller) to put our attic stairs in 352-217-0561. He came when scheduled, was very pleasant to work with and got the job done quickly. Would recommend. We also hired him to come back next week for other odd jobs.

We also used Custom Home Closets for our office layout and all closets 352-748-9181. Tammy was very good to work with. She is patient and is willing to come to your house to do the layout. They install them next week.

For crown molding we used Creative Finish Carpentry (Mario Viola). 352-552-6555. These guys are like machines. They get the job done in record time and are very pleasant to work with. Would recommend.

For our window treatments we used 48 hour blinds 352-330-7310. Although Rick is hard to understand, he is eager to please. The blinds aren't in yet so We don't have them installed, but they did put temporary blinds up in our bedroom so we could sleep there until our
plantation shutters arrived. He is good to work with and would recommend.

Hope this is helpful to others when hiring contractors to do work on their home.

We also used The Villages Shuttle for our trip from the airport to The Water Front Inn. We had a great experience. They were on time, the van was very comfortable and the ride was smooth. I will use again.

We had our pool built when we built the home and The Villages uses T&D Pools. Vera was a pleasure to work with and they did a wonderful job. If anyone is looking to have their pool cared for T&D charred 20.50/wk to do it all. I would recommend their service. They are there every week like clock work. They have been servicing our pool for 5 weeks now and we are happy with their service.

Lastly, our builder was Paul Mulbauer and I cant say enough about him. His workmanship is outstanding. He answers our calls when we call him and he even stopped by the house to answer questions. Our contractors commented on how well the details in the house were executed. He is a real perfectionist and professional. We really got lucky on this one. We are extremely happy with everything so far.

Wow, thanks so much for the great recommendations. I have a feeling that you're a pleasant customer, which makes for good working conditions. I'll bet they all wished folks were as pleasant as you.

happinow - so good to "hear" from you - and to hear that things seem to be going real well! your post with phone numbers is like a service directory! will pring it out for my florida telephone book! thanx! may your future days go as smoothly!

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Thanks for posting and sharing part of your journey for those of us who can only dream about such a move for now! Enjoy the journey!

So good to hear from you again. You put a great deal of information into your post which is very helpful. Thanks

When your plantation shutters are installed can you give an update on how it all goes? I'm planning on getting them also. If you don't mind, I may PM you to get a cost from you after they are in. Thanks again for such an informative post.

Welcome to TV, Happinow! Nice to see you back! Glad to read that everything is going well for you. Congratulations!

Happinow, Sounds like things are falling into place. Posts full of useful information like this one is why reading TOTV is so valuable for wannabees and those about to move to TV or those remodeling their homes in TV. Hope you are settling in well. :wave:

Welcome Back Happinow!
 

It's so good to see you posting again! Welcome Back!

You stated that you used Professional Carpet and Tile - Pat Moore - to seal your grout. Did he use one of the color seals or was it a clear seal. What did he do "above and beyond" the sealing that you were so pleased with? Thank you for your very informative post!

KC

Hello...good to hear from you!

Nice to see you back. Your posts were missed. It sounds like you've been super busy completing your new home. I too will hang on to it for your recommendations (thanks for names and numbers). Have you considered anyone for landscaping?

Thanks Happinow!

I copied and pasted your post into a folder I use contractor recommendations. Great info. And WELCOME BACK! So glad you are here again.

I also used Pat More 2 years ago and Tammi for the custom closets and agree I would highly recommend them. Jobs well done.

We did use Carl Siegel for our plantation shutters and love them. Hope everyone keeps posting recommendations of jobs well done.

Thank you for the good information. Have you ever posted these contractors on Angies List? I sometimes go there also to look at reviews on local contractors. The problem I have found though is the closest "home city" is Orlando, and not sure where others are posting there comments. But this seems to be a better forum update if we are careful about the "hearing all sides" issues and not just some irate customer with a vendetta or another contractor. At least that can't be done on Angeis list

THANKS for sharing Happinow!