Buyer Resources
The Priority One Homes Team has more than 25 combined years of experience in real estate sales or home building. As a result, we have developed an extensive list of professionals that we are confident in referring to customers.
When purchasing a home, one of the most important steps of that purchase will be determining if inspections of the property are needed, and if so, which ones are needed and who is capable of providing that service. For your reference, we have provided you with a list of inspectors that we know and trust.
In addition to listing these professionals, we have also found that once closed, many new homeowner’s have a “honey-do” list that includes painting, fence repair or replacement, pool cleaning, housekeeping, plumbing, electrical or A/C repair, wood decay repair, kitchen and bathroom remodeling and more. As a result, we have also developed an extensive list of these vendors as well. If you are in need of another service provider not listed here, please let us know and we will be happy to seek a qualified, licensed professional who can help you!
While we would hope that all of the professionals listed on our website would offer the best service and pricing for our customers, we are unable to guarantee their service. We are, however, willing to promise to you that we will remove vendors from our Referral Resource if we receive negative feedback from our valued friends and customers.
Due to the ongoing relationships that we have with vendors, they have extended one time service discounts to our clients and friends. Please be certain to mention that you found them on our website so that they know how you found out about them!
Business References:
Home/Building Inspection: ($300-$500 for most homes)
While you may elect to hire a licensed roofer, plumber, electrician and HVAC contractor to individually inspect these components of the home, there are many certified Home & Building Inspectors who provide a comprehensive inspection of the property that TYPICALLY include an evaluation of the following:
Roof, Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC (Air & Heat), Water Intrusion, Pool Equipment, Operational Status of the Appliances, Structural issues, Cosmetic issues
Jon Bolton & Ron Hamel / The Inspectagator / (407) 678-4663 /
www.inspectagator.com
Jim Klein / Pillar to Post / (407) 310-6361
Jim Feece / Metropolitan Home Inspectors / (407) 897-1203
Termite/Wood Destroying Organisms Inspection: ($85-$150 for most homes)
Often, a termite inspection is required by your lender. This inspection can be somewhat frustrating, because although the house may not have actual termites (those pesky little insects!!), the house may have rotten wood, fungus or other exciting things that may have to be repaired or replaced prior to you purchasing the house. I have included the names of 3 termite inspectors for you, but just as you could with the home inspector, you can choose whomever you would like…just make sure to let me know who you have hired and when the inspection is scheduled so that I can make sure they have access to the house. Termite inspections can be paid at the time of the inspection, or if allowed by the inspector and/or mortgage lender, paid for at closing. Timing of the termite inspection is as important as the home inspection, as there are often deadlines to be met.
Frank Lott / Lott & Elbert Exterminating / (407) 677-6747
Craig Johnson / Thee Inspector / (407) 402-6493
Homeowner Insurance:
You will need to let your lender know who you have chosen as insurance agent. It is important to get quotes at least 1 full week prior to closing, just to make sure that you will have no problem getting coverage. I’ve also provided some recommendations for you below:
Mansi Desai / Florida Insurance Specialists, LLC / (407) 805-0200
Martin Summers / Wren Summers Insurance / (407) 328-8585
Bill Norton / CNS Insurance & Associates / (407) 804-9812
A/C Repairs & Replacement:
Carl Durkee / Indoor Pollution Fighters / (407) 522-0015.
First-time service charge shall be $50 (a $25 savings).
Painting (Interior & Exterior):
Craig Campbell / Campbell & Sons Painting / (321) 228-4007.
25% discount on first-time painting service for inside or outside of home.
H & H Painting / Gene Holtrey / (407) 921-9085.
Plumbing (Repair & Replacement):
Phil Hancock / Hancock Plumbing / (407) 322-3568
Electrical (Repairs & Replacement):
Chris Delesky / Aarons Electric / (407) 402-5120
Garage Door Replacement & Repair:
Florida Door Solutions / Amanda Locke / (407) 884-5955
Pool Cleaning & Repairs:
Pool Sharks / Erin Stevens / Phone: (407) 592-5524
- Pool Sharks will offer a 10% discount on first-time pool cleaning or pool repair service.
The Pool Stars of Lake Mary / Phone: (407) 405 3464
Services: Full pool service, chemical only service, pressure washing and lawn service.
Email: thepoolstars@yahoo.co Online: www.thepoolstars.com
Pressure Washing:
Affordable Pressure Cleaning / (407) 592-5524
10% off first-time pressure washing
Housecleaning:
Rita Hallam / Rita’s Cleaning Services / (407) 687-0978
New Pool Construction:
Bradley Eaves / Pools By Bradley / (407) 323-7946
Interior Design & Custom Window Treatments:
Barbara Leone / Leone Interiors / (407) 353-3061
Leone Interiors will offer 25% off of first-time interior design consulting (normally $150/hour) and also 25% off of window coverings (minimum order is $1500).
Roof (Repair & Replacement):
Chris Delesky / Aarons Electric / (407) 402-5120
Appliances:
Dennis Combs / Lowes (Altamonte Springs) / (321) 277-4806
Home Warranty Protection:
Carpet & Tile/Grout Cleaning:
Elite Carpet & Steam / Josh Chugg / (407) 718-6478.
10% discount for first-time service.
Vacation Planning:
Lake Mary Cruise Planners / Christine Gillen / (516) 633-520
Property Management:
Hampton & Hampton Management & Leasing / Sara Siegel / (407) 253-9324 x 229
Orlando Property Management Group / Brian Goodwin / (407) 647-5049
Advantage Realty Group / Courtney Davis / (407) 493-8329