The local businesses I'd send my own family to.
Being a Tampa Bay Realtor has never been just about the homes I sell. It's about the people and places that make this community feel like home: the family-owned spots, the trusted pros, the small business owners who poured everything into their dream.
Whether you just got your keys or have been here for years, this is my go-to list. Tell them Carmine sent you.
Carmine Petruzziello
Featured cause
Support Wine Women & Shoes
November 5, 6–10 PM at Armature Works. Benefiting the Children's Cancer Center.
Donate at wwssolemen.com
Dining
Mother's Northdale
Scratch kitchen comfort food and handcrafted cocktails, now in a bigger Northdale home after 10 years in Westchase. Try the 14 oz Delmonico Ribeye with garlic mashed potatoes and truffle balsamic Brussels sprouts, the Spiced Honey Chicken Sandwich, and save room for the chocolate or carrot cake.
Dining & entertainment
The Sapphire Tampa
An elevated dining and entertainment destination near Westshore.
Shopping
Sweet Southern Chic Boutique
Apparel, accessories and gifts from a South Tampa boutique. Owner Sayh Davis is also a personal stylist.
Home improvement
Liquidation Dealer
Save 30–90% on cabinets, flooring, lighting, vanities and more. Local deals you can shop in person.
Home services
The Handyman Superhero
Thomas and his crew take on the whole weekend list: high-ceiling fans, TV mounts, drywall, plumbing fixes, garage storage and smart home installs, with flat-rate labor packages.
Home services
Your Cleaning Company FL
Professional cleaning services. Call or text today.
Pool service
H2Whoa Pools
Out of this world pool cleaning and service: skimming, pump basket emptying, chemical balancing, equipment checks, monthly filter and salt cell cleaning, and vacuuming as needed.
Health & wellness
Paton Chiropractic & Sports Medicine
Chiropractic care and sports medicine. Maximize life.
Health & wellness
CRY·X Wesley Chapel
Cryotherapy in Wesley Chapel. Feel alive, feel revived.
Health & wellness
The Salt Room Citrus Park
Salt room sessions in Citrus Park. Inhale, exhale, stay well.
Auto care
NXT Premium Detailing
Local mobile premium detailing from Nick Myrhow. Book online or call to schedule.
Financial planning
Eagle Warriors Financial LLC
Personal and business financial planning for retirement, investment strategies, insurance and wealth protection. Contact Renee Shelton.
Insurance
Stone Health Insurance Solutions
Health, Medicare, life, home, auto and general liability insurance. Contact Heather Stone and Makayla Michaels.
Business phone service
ContinuousTouch
Business phone systems, voicemail, call routing and communication solutions to keep your business connected and professional.
IT services
My Tampa IT
Responsive tech support, cybersecurity, compliance, practical AI guidance and IT strategy for businesses. Contact Peggy D'Alessandro.
Fiber internet
Spartans Fiber
Fast, secure fiber optic internet for homes and businesses, including 1G, 2.5G and 10G where available. Contact Joe Rulli.
Pest control
EnviroServ Pest Management
Residential and commercial pest control, plus mosquito, termite and lawn treatments with eco-friendly solutions. Contact Chris Barnes.
Electrical services
Eric Wissenbach Electrical Services LLC
Residential, commercial and industrial electrical work, generator systems, repairs, installations and service calls. A Facebook message is the best way to reach Eric.
Roofing
Manolo Roofing
Residential and commercial roofing: repairs, new roofs, insurance claims and free estimates. Contact Adam Pruitt.
Plumbing
ASAP Plumbing and Drain
Plumbing repairs, drain cleaning, water heaters, leak detection and installations for homes and businesses. No job too big or too small. Contact Chris Sinclair.
Lawn care
PrimeBlade Lawn Care LLC
Clean cuts, prime results: mowing, edging, trimming, mulch, pressure washing and full property maintenance.
Barbershop
Headlines Barbershop, Tampa Palms
Professional haircuts, fades, beard care and premium grooming in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for the whole family. Appointments available.
Bakery
The Upper Bake
A custom bakery in Dade City creating vintage-inspired cakes and desserts with an 80s flair and a faith-focused theme. Contact Reina Aiello.
Safety training
Moms on Duty LLC
Firearms and emergency preparedness training, education and community for moms and women only.
Community
Janice Paton
Local indie children's author. Watch for her storytime and book signing events.
Events
Wine Women & Shoes
Presented by Watt Plastic Surgery and brought to you by Lexus of Wesley Chapel, benefiting the Children's Cancer Center.
Know a business that deserves the spotlight?
Tell me about your favorite local restaurant, shop or service. I'd love to feature them here and on my social pages.
Or send it to Carmine@cehomestampa.com
Prefer to text? Text 516-838-0038