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inventory of mattresses to suit your every need. Family-owned for 110 years and originally Brooklynbased, P.C. Richard & Son has established their brand by offering budget-friendly appliances and mattresses for generations. The Bay Ridge location complements its reliable inventory with friendly and insightful staff. From ultra-plush to firm, you can trust P.C. Richard & Son to carry what you seek. BEST OIL COMPANY APPROVED OIL 6717 4th Ave, Brooklyn (718) 238-1050 - www.approvedoil.com From Brooklyn’s brownstones to Manhattan’s skyscrapers, Approved Oil provides New York City’s residents and businesses with intelligent energy solutions that drive down costs while promoting efficiency and enhancing comfort. They meet every heating need from fuel delivery to system upgrades from residential to commercial services and from oil heat to natural gas. Approved Oil even provides electrical services and energy audits. In a way, Approved Oil is like a utility company but with more options, fewer hassles and lower costs. They’ve been proud to serve their community in Brooklyn as well as the rest of New York City since 1932. Their service contracts provide regular preventive maintenance and help control repair costs. They have also added a number of services that make it easier to buy fuel. Their budget plan makes payments more manageable and their price protection protects customers against inflation. BEST PAINT STORE (TIE) LEOPOLDI HARDWARE 415 5th Ave, Brooklyn (718) 499-6563 - www.truevalue.com A fixture in the Park Slope community, Leopoldi Hardware is the place to go for quality paints and expertise in home care. The Leopoldi family is such an important institution in Park Slope that a stretch of Fifth Avenue was named after the store’s late longtime owners this year. Over half a decade since its founding, it’s still the best place to buy paint in the borough, thanks to its knowledgeable owners, Joe, Peter, and Robert, the sons of the original owners, Joe and Flo Leopoldi. BEST PAINT STORE (TIE) PAINTS BY GEORGE 492 McDonald Ave, Brooklyn (718) 438-4161 With a huge inventory of paints and supplies, Paints by George is a destination for professional painters and amateurs alike. The Kensington store offers hundreds of premium paints, high-quality brushes of all sizes and shapes, and aisles stocked to the brim with decorating tools, making it a handyman’s dream. The accommodating staff is more than willing to help customers find the perfect paint by listening to their needs, explaining the options and providing clear instructions. The store also serves many foreign language speakers, since Russian, Greek, and Spanish employees are available to help customers with their shopping. For decades, Paints by George has paired its up-to-date and extensive paint inventory with upstanding service, making it one of Brooklyn’s top paint stores. BEST PLUMBING COMPANY (TIE) A GOOD PLUMBER 2114 E. 27th St, Brooklyn (718) 648-6838 - www.agoodplumber.com When the pipes have a leak or the water heater’s misbehaving, the trained and experienced plumbers at A Good Plumber Corp. are a one-call resource for everything in your home or business that is plumbing related. If water or gas runs through it, chances are they can install, upgrade or repair it. They have been family owned Brooklyn plumbers for decades! All plumbers and staff at A Good Plumber are trained to deliver the highest level of customer service with our peerless plumbing & heating installation and repair. A Good Plumber, Inc. believes that customer satisfaction should always be a top priority. By focusing on reliable, honest and affordable service, they have created a reputation for success. They have continually provided unmatched plumbing & heating service throughout Brooklyn, Queens and the rest of NYC for over 30 years. BEST POOL STORE AND SUPPLY THE POOL FACTORY 58 50th St, Brooklyn (855) 280-7665 - www.thepoolfactory.com Are you ready to make a splash? Then look no further than The Pool Factory. This company is the high watermark in the industry, offering above-ground pools, semi in-ground pools, saltwater pools, and pool packages. Bring your swimming spot to the next level with accessories and equipment, like lighting, decks, and ladders, as well as maintenance products like automatic cleaners to ensure your personal blue lagoon is clear and well-kept. And be sure to pick up some covers or fence support to make your pool last through the seasons! 40 DIME BEST OF BROOKLYN 2020 • WINNERS GUIDE • BESTOFBK.COM REAL ESTATE AGENCY FILLMORE BAY RIDGE TEAM 6416 Bay Pkwy, Brooklyn (718) 259-1600 – www.fillmore.com The Fillmore Bay Ridge Team has been serving Brooklyn’s neighborhoods for over 50 years. They’ve got the experience, the reach and the knowledge to get top dollar for your home in the quickest amount of time possible. They provide the people who call Brooklyn home with a home. Agents Giuseppe Papalia, Kate Farley and Joe DeVito and their team are there to serve you. Joe, along with his co-manager and agents of his office has won many outstanding awards over the years for their commitment to providing clients with their dream home. BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT LOUIS BELISARIO - COMPASS 514 2nd St, Brooklyn (347) 702-3316 - www.compass.com Throughout his 12 year career as a New York City real estate agent, Louis Bellisario has stood out from his colleagues, thanks in part to his vast knowledge of the market, and his willingness to go the extra mile for his clients. Coming from a real estate family, Louis knew at an early age knew he wanted to work in the industry and worked towards his license while still in college. Once licensed, he was named rookie of the year and has continued to outshine the competition ever since, earning him the title of best real estate agent in Brooklyn! BEST REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY TSATIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 8222 3rd Ave, Brooklyn (718) 491-3300 - www.tsatisandassociates.com Tsatis and Associates pride themselves for making selling and buying property a breeze. Headed by partners Demetrios K Tsatis Esq. and Joanna Pristouris, along with paralegal Stephanie Perez, the Bay Ridge law firm emphasizes dedication to their clients and combines years of experience representing buyers and sellers of various homes and commercial real estate, along with landlord/ tenant disputes and commercial disputes. They will employ a comprehensive approach to their clients’ needs and are committed to achieving success. BEST REAL ESTATE BROKER JOSEPH DEVITO 6416 Bay Pkwy, Brooklyn (718) 259-1600 - www.fillmore.com Joseph DeVito has been working as an associate broker with Fillmore Real Estate for over 25 years and is one of their successful and professional managers. He has managed multiple offices and has gained the title of a “Top Producer” for the company many times. Joe, along with his co-manager and agents of his office has won many outstanding awards over the years. Joe’s captivating lines are “In Search of excellence? Search no More,” and “I Can Help.” If you are looking to buy or sell real estate anywhere in the world or you are looking to further your career in Real Estate, Joe will say to you, “I Can Help!” BEST REAL ESTATE TEAM THE BELISARIO TEAM AT COMPASS 514 2nd St, Brooklyn (347) 702-3316 - www.compass.com Led by powerhouse and born-and-raised Brooklynite Lou Belisario, this elite roster of real estate experts combines decades of industry experience to help New York City buyers, sellers, investors, landlords, and renters find the guidance they need. The 13-person team is made up of a diverse variety of skilled professionals. The team is headquartered on Park Slope’s Second Street but they are well-versed in the many neighborhoods that make this city great. BEST ROOFING COMPANY A REAL ADVANTAGE INC. Brooklyn (718) 767-6950 - www.arealadvantageconstruction.com As a home improvement contractor of New York, A Real Advantage Inc. specializes in all exterior improvements and specializes in customized roofing. You can put your trust in the hands of their expert craftsmen, who guarantee fully licensed and insured work for your residential or commercial property. The family-run business, which has served the five boroughs for more than two decades can handle any project, no matter how big or small. They specialize in servicing houses, commercial buildings, and condos, as well as executing small repairs. The contractors also provide a wide-range of roofing designs, colors and materials, allowing clients to customize their homes according to their taste. You can find a craftsman near you in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Staten Island, Nassau County and Westchester County. BEST SANITATION SERVICES ACTION ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES 941 Stanley Ave, Brooklyn (718) 257-3810 - www.actionenvironmentalgroup.com Action Environmental Services is the most progressive and innovative leader of nonhazardous waste management services for New York’s five boroughs and Northern New Jersey. Operating your business takes time and resources, which is why Action Environmental Services offers a variety of waste removal and garbage pickup services that allow you to focus on growing your bottom line. Their commercial waste solutions and containers cater to a diverse range of residential, industrial and commercial customers. Their fleet of vehicles and demolition trucks have been tried and tested on some of the biggest projects throughout the five boroughs and Northern New Jersey and they are ready to take on your next construction and demolition project. With leading technology, they recycle all your extra materials, even concrete and masonry debris so nothing ever goes to waste. 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