Keeping a home beautiful, comfortable, and running smoothly takes more than a little elbow grease. From routine upkeep and seasonal maintenance to unexpected repairs and major improvements, having dependable professionals you can trust makes all the difference. Fortunately, Central Pennsylvania is home to an outstanding selection of businesses dedicated to helping homeowners protect and maintain their most valuable investment.
Harrisburg Magazine’s 2026 Simply the Best Readers’ Poll celebrates the home maintenance professionals who go above and beyond to keep our homes and properties in top condition. From plumbers, electricians, and heating and cooling specialists to cleaning services, landscapers, painters, pest control experts, and handyman services, this year’s winners represent a wide range of essential home services.
Chosen by local voters, the Simply the Best and Readers’ Choice winners have earned recognition for their quality workmanship, reliability, customer service, and dedication to the communities they serve.
Whether you’re tackling your to-do list, preparing for a new season, or dealing with an unexpected household emergency, explore the 2026 winners and discover the professionals Central Pennsylvania residents trust to get the job done right.
Cleaning Service – Exterior
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Cleaning Service – Interior
Simply the Best
Comprehensive Cleaning Solutions, LLC
Readers’ Choice
Absolute Home & Commercial Care, LLC
Electrician
Simply the Best
Handyside Plumbing, HVAC & Electrical
Readers’ Choice
Heating & Air Conditioning Company
Simply the Best
Handyside Plumbing, HVAC & Electrical
Readers’ Choice
Zimmerman Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
Home Improvement Specialist (w/o a Category)
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Home Repair/Handyman
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Ace Handyman Services Harrisburg
Junk Removal/Movers
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Landscaping
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Blue Line Pools & Outdoor Living
Lebo Turf & Garden Maintenance LLC
Lawn Care Specialist
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Painters
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Dalton L. Williams Painting Inc.
Pest Control
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Sudden Death Termite & Pest Control, LLC
Wilbur Wildlife & Pest Solutions
Plumber
Simply the Best
Handyside Plumbing, HVAC & Electrical
Readers’ Choice
Zimmerman Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
Pool/Spa Service
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Tree Service & Stump Removal
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
