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Part 1 · Owning a home in Manatee County
Trusted Local Vendors in Manatee County
Roofers, A/C techs, plumbers, and other local pros recommended by Manatee County homeowners, in their own words.
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Recommended by your neighbors
A/C and heating
Wentzel’s Heating and Air Conditioning
They do a great job and have the best prices.
Serves Manatee and Sarasota counties
Handyman and repairs
Bruce Whitten
He does great work, shows up on time and he is reliable.
Serves Palmetto, Parrish, Ellenton, Bradenton
Home inspection
SWF Home Inspections, LLC
I have used them for years and always very knowledgable and reliable.
Serves Manatee and Sarasota counties
Insurance agents
Hughes Insurance Services
They are my insurance company and have been very happy with them.
Serves Florida
Pest control and termites
AArdvark Pest Control
I have been using them for years on multiple properties and they always do what they say.
Serves All of Manatee County and southern Hillsborough County
Before you hire anyone
- Confirm their Florida license and insurance are current at MyFloridaLicense.com.
- Get a written estimate and scope of work.
- Ask for a few recent local references.
Recommendations on this page are submitted by homeowners and shared as written. A listing here is not an endorsement by Reynolds Realty Gulf Coast, and we don’t verify licensing, insurance, or work quality. Homeowners are always free to choose any provider.
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