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TOP APARTMENT COMPLEX
Marble Alley
Finally open to tenants after years of planning and construction, Marble Alley Lofts is the first new residential construction in downtown Knoxville in 30 years. It was worth the wait. Not only does Marble Alley have a salt water pool and a private parking garage for its residences, the interior of the lofts includes granite kitchen and bath countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and hardwood-inspired plank flooring. If you’re looking for a stylish pad to fulfill your urban lifestyle dreams, this is the place. (Maria Smith)
Popular Picks: JFG Flats, Steeplechase Apartments

TOP ELECTRICIAN
McGaha Electric Company
Fixing things for Knoxville for over 35 years, the McGaha Electric Company is family-owned and well-known in the community for its services, both electrical and voluntary. Not only does this company pride itself on community service with organizations like Variety the Children’s Charity, but it also has wide range of skills to offer from providing emergency power to structured wiring and cable management. (M.S.)
Popular Picks: Lloyd’s, Sitara

TOP FLOORING/TILE STORE
Broadway Carpets
Serving both homeowners and professionals in the world of contracting, home building, and real estate, Broadway Carpets prides itself on providing excellent service. It guarantees correct installation every time. (M.S.)
Popular Picks: Frazier’s, Tile Sensations

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TOP GARDEN STORE/NURSERY
Stanley’s Greenhouse

Perched atop a ridge in South Knoxville, Stanley’s Greenhouse not only produces admirable plants, but also partners with organizations like the Pat Summit Foundation and the Ronald McDonald House to help make a difference in the community. With its products ranging from poinsettias to fruit trees to cacti, this family-owned business knows its stuff—they’ve been around since 1955. (M.S.)
Popular Picks: Ellenburg Nursery, Mayo Garden Center

TOP HVAC COMPANY
AA-Air Co.
AA-Air Company lives up to their slogan of being “always available for your comfort.” Serving the Knoxville area for over 40 years, this family-owned HVAC company that originated out of a garage has the NATE-certified technicians and customer reviews to back up its reputation for quality. (M.S.)
Popular Picks: Hiller, Rocky Top Air

TOP INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES
Todd Richesin
Todd Richesin believes that rooms are not decorated, but collected. Maybe this philosophy on interior design is what has made him one of the most prominent designers in Knoxville. Featured in publications like Southern Living, House Beautiful, and Traditional Home, Richesin has proof that he knows exactly what he’s doing when it comes to transforming a simple room into a true masterpiece. (M.S.)
Popular Picks: The Drawing Room, Law’s Interiors

TOP KITCHEN AND BATH DESIGN
Dixie Kitchen
Known as Knoxville’s premier supplier of kitchen and bath cabinetry, Dixie Kitchen Distributors has been around for 50 years and supplies various cabinet lines for any budget. (M.S.)
Popular Picks: Kitchen Sales/Open Door (tie), Standard Kitchen & Bath

TOP LANDSCAPING SERVICE
Earthadelic
Earthadelic’s services in hardscapes, lawn maintenance, and water features have won multiple awards, proving it’s got the expertise to back up its cool name. One of its core values is a commitment to truly “green” landscaping, using sustainable practices whenever possible. (M.S.)
Popular Picks: Black Willow Tie, Carex

TOP PLUMBER
Scott’s Plumbing
Originating as a home business in 1977, Scott’s Plumbing not only has expanded its size, but also its percentage of happy clients, which includes well known contractors and businesses like Sonic and Merit Construction. With a slogan like “getting dirty to keep you clean,” we can only imagine the depths Scott’s goes to keep their customers satisfied. (M.S.)
Popular Picks: Hiller, Sanders & The Plumbing Co. & Knoxville Plumbing (3-way tie)

TOP RENOVATIONS/REMODELING COMPANY
Fred E. Trainer
F. E. Trainer Construction doesn’t compromise on delivering exactly what its clients ask for. They pride themselves on being flexible and responsive, and have the customer reviews to prove it. (M.S.)
Popular Picks: Clinch River Custom Builders, McCamy Construction