HOME & GARDEN
BEST LIGHTING FIXTURE
STORE
FLUSHING LIGHTING
134-23 Northern Blvd, Flushing
(718) 353-2894–www.flushinglighting.com
One of the most important things you
can do for your home is finding the right
lighting. If you’re not sure where to start,
take a trip over to Flushing Lighting. Since
1927, this lighting store has been servicing
the borough with its unique expertise in
lighting. The shop has tons of light fixtures
to choose from, so you’ll have endless
options to browse through. If you’re not
sure what would work best for your space,
have no fear. The experienced staff at
Flushing Lighting can help you pick out the
best possible lighting, including whatever
electrical supplies are needed, so you won’t
be left in the dark.
BEST MASONRY*
A REAL ADVANTAGE INC.
178-16 Eveleth Rd, Jamaica
(718) 767-6950–www.
arealadvantageconstruction.com/
If you’re in need of some masonry work
during your home remodel, look no further
than A Real Advantage. With more than 20
years of experience in stone and concrete
work under its belt, it’s no wonder that A
Real Advantage has snagged the title for
Best Masonry multiple years in a row. Its
jobs are top-of-the-line and handed with so
much care that they ensure the satisfaction
of all customers. The specialists at A Real
Advantage will take the time to understand
what exactly you need while staying within
your budget. Plus, they always stay up to date
with the necessary masonry building codes.
Call the best to start bringing your dream
project to life!
BEST MATTRESS STORE*
P.C RICHARD & SON - MULTIPLE
LOCATIONS
42-99 Francis Lewis Blvd, Bayside
(718) 224-6400–www.pcrichard.com
Choosing the right mattress can be a daunting
task. It’s not only important to find one that’s
going to be comfortable, but also one that’s
going to provide proper support. After all,
one-third of our lives are spent sleeping.
Getting a full night’s sleep is now easier than
ever thanks to P.C Richard & Son! It offers
a huge selection of Sealy, Tempurpedic and
Stearns and Foster mattresses designed to
fit all your comfort needs. Whether you’re a
side sleeper and need a softer surface or lay
on your back and rely on a firmer mattress,
P.C Richard & Son will assist you in finding
the mattress of your dreams. Unsurprisingly,
it has developed a loyal clientele amongst
Queens residents, making it the clear choice
for bedding needs.
BEST MORTGAGE
COMPANY
LYONS MORTGAGE SERVICES
48-02 25th Ave #303, Astoria
(718) 267-2000–www.elyons.com
Lyon’s Mortgage is your neighborhood lender,
providing mortgages to the Queens community
since 1996. The trusted lending company
makes the process of securing a mortgage
simple and straightforward by offering honest
advice and the latest financial tools to help
you make sound financial decisions. If you’re
buying a home, Lyon’s will walk you through
the process by setting realistic goals, giving
expert advice and implementing careful
planning. Lyons Mortgage Services has a
variety of loan programs to suit all your needs,
so low down payments, less than perfect credit
or unique properties can no longer prevent
you from securing a loan. Work with the top
mortgage company in the borough and you’ll
be holding the key to your dream property in
no time.
BEST MOVING
COMPANY
MEN ON THE MOVE MOVING &
SELF STORAGE
menonthemove.com
Whether you’re packing up and headed to a
new home or changing your company’s office,
Men on the Move will make moving day as
seamless as possible. Men on the Move has
helped families move all around the east coast
since 1985. Its professionally trained moving
and packing crews will help you transport
your belongings carefully and safely, ensuring
everything gets to your new home in the same
condition as it left. If you’re changing your
worksite, Men on the Move will quickly and
efficiently move your office cubicles, records,
inventory and supplies. Don’t dread moving
day; the Men will make this life changing
and stressful event smooth and easy. Visit its
website to get your free estimate and start
clearing those shelves!
BEST NURSERY/
GARDEN STORE
GARDEN WORLD
46-20 Francis Lewis Blvd, Flushing
(718) 224-6789–www.nygardenworld.com
Gardening is fun!! Those who work at Garden
World enjoy helping their customers grow
beautiful gardens and lawns. Established in
1949, Garden World has become a well-known
and trusted garden supply store. Amateur
gardeners to commercial landscapers come
from all over to purchase indoor house plants,
shrubs, flowers and garden supplies. Garden
World’s staff of experts are always available
to address any questions or concerns. The
nursery has the highest grade plants available
in the Queens and Long Island area. It is
always looking to improve the quality of
its plants by carefully selecting them from
commercial and local nursery growers. Garden
World’s growers are selected based on their
ability to continuously grow high quality
plants and their reliability and adaptability for
their growing area.”
BEST OIL COMPANY
(TIE)
ATOMIC FUEL OIL
21-01 Steinway St, Astoria
(718) 728-4022–www.atomicfueloil.com
Atomic Fuel Oil knows a thing or two about
oil. For over 100 years, the veteran company
has been servicing the borough’s oil needs
(not to mention the rest of the city’s boroughs
and parts of Long Island and Westchester)
on a weekly basis. As a full-service, fourth
generation, family-owned and operated
business, Atomic Fuel Oil takes immense pride
in what it does, a pride which has lasted over
four generations in the business. From boiler
work to 24-hour emergency services, Atomic
Fuel Oil has you covered every step of the way,
regardless of what your needs are. If you’re
in need of oil or heat, Atomic Fuel Oil is your
place to go.
BEST OIL COMPANY
(TIE)
PETRO HOME SERVICES
55-60 58th St, Maspeth
(844) 882-3454–www.petro.com
The clear choice for Queens residents, Petro
Home Services in Maspeth has been serving
the greater metropolitan area for 100 years.
Along with oil, they offer gas repair service
and air conditioning services including central
air systems and window units. The depot also
offers specialty plumbing services related to
your heating unit. Whether you choose oil
or natural gas to heat your home, you can
count on Petro Home Services to keep you
comfortable and safe as your energy savings
partner. Do not trust anyone else to take care
of your natural gas heating system and your
home but Petro. www.petro.com
BEST PAINT STORE
HARRYS PAINT & HARDWARE
TRUE VALUE
8203 Eliot Ave, Middle Village
(718) 458-5917–www.truevalue.com
Harry’s Paint & Hardware in Middle Village
has become a staple in the community since
opening in 1985. Whether you’re a pro or
taking on a DIY home improvement project
for the first time, Harry’s personable staff
will guide you with the expert advice, tools,
equipment and the products you need to get
the job done at an affordable and fair price.
Known for his unbridled friendliness, his
unfiltered speech and sense of humor, Harry
has cultivated a loyal and devoted coterie
of customers over the course of three-plus
decades. His shop features a vast selection of
paints perfect for any project in any part of the
house. Head to Harry’s and add some color to
your life.
BEST PLUMBING
COMPANY
RAO PLUMBING & HEATING
24-28 168th St, Flushing
(917) 748-0454–www.raoplumbingandheating.
com
Having problems with your pipes? Call
the borough’s top plumbing professionals!
Rao Plumbing and Heating, LLC. has been
providing best plumbing and heating services
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to Flushing and surrounding areas for over
20 years. Whether you’re in need of a simple
plumbing repair or new installation service,
the skilled specialists at Rao Plumbing will
handle the job. The reputable company offers
valuable services to its clients, including but
not limited to pipe and plumbing fixture
installation, pipe repair and equipment
inspection. Pao Plumbing will be your
plumbing partner as you update or remodel
your bathroom, helping to install a variety of
appliances from bathtubs to toilets to sinks. If
you’re looking for professionalism, punctuality
and —most important of all — quality, contact
Rao Plumbing and Heating today!
BEST POOL STORE AND
SUPPLY
CLEARWATER POOLS
162-01 Cross Bay Blvd, Howard Beach
(800) 947-7665–www.clearwaterpoolsny.com
Once summer hits, there’s no place you’d
rather be than by the pool. That’s where
ClearWater Pools comes in, serving Queens,
Brooklyn and Nassau County with quality
in-ground pools, pool maintenance services,
supplies, professional landscaping and
much more. The company’s expertise covers
the full range of residential pool design
and construction, as there is much more to
consider when you’re in the market for your
very own swimming pool project. Its team
will make sure to walk you through whatever
stage you’re in — even after it’s all done and
you’ll need maintenance materials. With
more than 25 years of experience building
and maintaining in-ground swimming pools,
you’ll want to give ClearWater Pools a call in
anticipation of those hot summer days and
nights. As it likes to say, the choice is clear!
BEST REAL ESTATE
AGENCY
AMORELLI REALTY
36-01 30th Ave, Astoria
(718) 204-2828–www.amorellirealty.com
Amorelli Realty was purchased by Anita
Halvatzis in 1978. Halvatzis had a vision that
one day 30th Avenue would be the key central
spot of Astoria. That vision has become a
reality with Astoria becoming a vibrant hub for
the young professional. Over the years, the real
estate agency has grown into one of the largest
offices in Astoria. The office is managed by
her two sons Paul and Jim Halvatzis, who are
passionate about helping clients rent, buy and
sell properties successfully. Amorelli Realty is
truly a staple of the Astoria community, which
has voted the group Best Real Estate Agency
year after year.
BEST REAL ESTATE
AGENT*
JOSEPH VACCARO - AMORELLI
REALTY
36-01 30th Ave, Astoria
(718) 204-2828–www.amorellirealty.com
Buying or selling a property in Queens?
Make your next move with Joseph Vaccaro,
licensed Real Estate Salesperson & Managing
Director at Amorelli Realty. Vaccaro provides
a dynamic real estate service based on robust
knowledge, experience, and the leading digital
marketing strategies. He specializes in Queens
residential, commercial, rental properties
and new development. From first contact to
the closing date and beyond, the borough’s
favorite real estate agent will relentlessly
pursue the right solution for your unique
goals. Joseph Vaccaro’s goal is to provide
sellers with premium service, while making
the purchase of a home a pleasant experience
for the buyer. Contact him and you’ll be on
your way to closing the deal.
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