Best of Boulder 2025: Home + Garden

By Boulder Weekly Staff - May 13, 2025
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Namaste Solar. Credit: Chris Sawyer

Arborist

Taddiken Tree Company
1726 63rd St., Boulder 

Offering various services from tree and shrub care to insect, lawn and animal control, Taddiken Tree Company is Boulder Weekly readers’ pick for top arborist. With a wealth of knowledge on the ever-changing Colorado climate and disease control Boulder County residents have chosen the certified arborists at Taddiken, for over 20 years. Customers rave about their reliability, excellent customer service and specialization in pruning, removal, fertilization and overall care of shrubs and trees. 

Silver: Berkelhammer Tree Experts
Bronze: Blue River Forestry & Tree Care 


Carpet / Flooring 

Atlas Flooring 
4920 28th St., Boulder 

Family-owned and operated since 1958, Atlas Flooring gets the vote for their great prices, variety of products and knowledgeable staff. Whether looking for new flooring in the kitchen, bathroom or throughout the house, Atlas can help you choose the right products to fit your needs. They also offer other materials, including countertops, cabinets and more for contractors and do-it-yourself rehabbers. 

Silver: Carpet Exchange
Bronze: Lafayette Flooring


Electrician

Precision Plumbing, Heating, cooling & electrical 
413 S. Arthur Ave., Boulder

With over 40 years of high-quality service, Boulder Weekly readers rely on Precision for their electrical needs. From diagnosing electrical problems and upgrading panels to outdoor lighting and smoke alarms, the certified techs are ready to help. Readers appreciate the reliability of Precision, especially with 24/7 emergency service and call support.  

Silver: M&M Heating and Cooling
Bronze: Done by Dad


Florist

The Flower Bin
1805 Nelson Road, Longmont

With locally grown flowers, The Flower Bin makes it easy to create unique floral gifts from house plants to annuals, perennials and roses from The Flower Bin. No matter the favorite flowers of the recipient, you are sure to find what you need in the almost 80,000 square feet of indoor growing space. Well-versed staff can help you create a bouquet, choose the perfect plant or design a thoughtful way to show gratitude and love. 

Silver: Sturtz & Copeland
Bronze: Fiori Flowers

The Flower Bin. Credit: David Harwi Photography


Furniture Store

Woodley’s fine furniture
320 S. Sunset Dr., Longmont
1400 S. Main St., Longmont

Carrying custom and brand-name furniture, Woodley’s is where readers go first if they are looking to replace, upgrade or fill a living space. From bedrooms to offices, dining rooms to entertainment rooms, customers love the ability to customize and personalize each piece with the help of the design center, room planner and experienced staff. They also carry outdoor furniture to set up that perfect fresh air space. 

Silver: Arhaus
Bronze: Pig + Pearl Secondhand


HVAC

Precision Plumbing, Heating, cooling & electrical
413 S. Arthur Ave., Louisville

If you need fast maintenance service, repair or need to upgrade or replace a heating or air conditioning unit, Precision is the reader’s choice. With 24/7 emergency service and call support, knowledgeable staff and certified techs with a commitment to the Front Range, customers have relied on Precision for over 40 years. 

Silver: Bernie’s Plumbing and Heating 
Bronze: Save Home Heat 
Write-in: Elephant Energy 


Home Builder / Contractor

Cottonwood Custom Builders 
4439 N. Broadway #E, Boulder

One of the leading green home remodelers and builders, Cottonwood Custom Builders, is Boulder Weekly readers’ top choice for contractor and home builder. With work in communities across the Front Range, Cottonwood has led the way for almost 30 years from small remodels to 10,000-square-feet builds using green and fire-resistant materials and practices. They also give back to the community through various charities and youth mentoring.

Silver: Markel Homes
Bronze: Sloan Construction 


Home Furnishing / Appliances 

Mountain High Appliance 
1130 Pine St., Louisville 

The showrooms of Mountain High Appliance feature name-brand appliances to outfit your homes, including washers and refrigerators. Readers pick Mountain High for their competitive prices, wide selection and installation team. Design help onsite can help with making the choices best to fit your lifestyle. Since 1993, Mountain High has been the local choice. 

Silver: Arhaus
Bronze: The Amazing Garage Sale 


Home Improvement 

Budget Home Supply 
780 Boston Ave., Longmont 

Whatever materials and supplies you need for a home improvement project can be found at Budget Home Supply. Readers have depended on Budget for over 25 years for their upgrade and fix-it needs with outstanding customer service and a vast array of products. The staff are top notch when it comes to hunting down what customers need for any project. 

Silver: Slade Glass Co. 
Bronze: Hillcrest Glass 


Hot Tub / Spa

Mr. Pool 
2347 South St., Boulder 

For over 30 years, readers have chosen Mr. Pool for their pool and spa needs — by van or bike (yes, they have a bike maintenance route). Whether it is time to open or close the spa for the year, the hot tub needs repair or to help with maintenance, Mr. Pool has you covered. Their retail showroom showcases the most efficient spas and the parts to keep your spa up and running. Sign up for a free water chemistry class to help you understand how to maintain your spa to work its best. 

Silver: International Hot Tub Company 
Bronze: Mile High Hot Tubs


Kitchen Supply Store

Peppercorn
1235 Pearl St., Boulder 

Peppercorn. Credit: Chris Sawyer

The Best Kitchen Supply distinction goes to Peppercorn for its inventory of cookware, tableware and kitchen needs. With supplies for every budget, gifts for that special occasion and fun indulgences, there is something for everyone in the 12,000-square-foot store. Since 1977, Peppercorn has been the go-to store to find amazing imported, local or unique gifts for the foodies in your life. 

Silver: McGuckin Hardware  
Bronze: Cheese Importers 


Landscaper 

Native Edge landscapes
1435 Yarmouth Ave. Suite 102, Boulder

Serving Boulder County and beyond, Native Edge is accustomed to the unique outdoor environment of Colorado. While using sustainable practices, their expert craftsmanship and expert design makes them readers’ choice for Best Landscaper. From beautiful patios to luxurious gardens, customers have trusted Native for their yard needs since 2001. The company also gives back 5% of its profits yearly to local projects and nonprofits, making it a true winner in our book. 

Silver: Wild Heritage Gardens & Design  
Bronze: Ecoscape Environmental Design 


Mattress Store

Denver Mattress
945 28th St., Boulder

Founded in 1995, Denver Mattress has been the trusted choice for Boulder Weekly readers when looking for the perfect place to rest. With Denver Mattress brand mattresses all manufactured in a single factory in Denver, this mattress store can guarantee the best price and quality control. Celebrating their 30th anniversary this year, this store carries all the premier products from smart base and adjustable mattresses to cooling and sustainable options. 

Silver: Urban Mattress  
Bronze: Boulder Furniture & Mattress 


Nursery / Garden Center 

The Flower Bin
1805 Nelson Road, Longmont

Anything you need to build a beautiful landscape, grow a successful garden or add color to your home can be found at The Flower Bin. The trained staff can answer any questions about what plants are best for what growing conditions and watering schedules. Don’t forget to sign up for the rewards program to earn points toward future purchases. 

Silver: Harlequin’s Gardens  
Bronze: Sturtz & Copeland 


Painter

CertaPro Painters 
5311 Western Ave. Suite 115, Boulder
1515 Main St. Unit 15-102, Longmont

Focusing on interior and exterior painting, CertaPro Painters has been locally owned and operated since 1992. Serving residential and commercial customers, readers choose CertaPro for their expertise and quality work. No job is too small, and free estimates are a part of their customer promise. 

Silver: Karen’s Company  
Bronze: Jacobsen Brothers Painting 


Plumber 

Courtesy: Precision Plumbing, heating, Cooling & Electrical

Precision Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical 
413 S. Arthur Ave., Louisville

Since 1982, Boulderites have called on Precision for service, repair and replacements of drains, sewers, pipes, toilets and more. Knowledgeable staff understand local water, soil characteristics and more to identify or get ahead of problems. With the Precision Guarantee, you can ensure your plumbing care is done right. 

Silver: Planet Plumbing and Drain  
Bronze: Bernie’s Plumbing and Heating 


Roofing Contractor 

Bulldog Roofing 
1002 17th Ave., Longmont

Readers choose Bulldog Roofing for residential and commercial roofing service needs in and around Boulder County. Bulldog installs new roofs, troubleshoots and repairs roofing issues. With quality service, competitive prices, free estimates and 24/7 emergency repairs, Bulldog leads the way in roofing. 

Silver: Boulder Roofing 
Bronze: Scott’s Roofing 


Solar Company

Namaste Solar
6707 Winchester Circle #700, Boulder

With free estimates, no upfront cost and top customer service, employee-owned Namaste Solar is the top solar company in Boulder County. They’ve done more than 13,500 home and commercial solar projects, generating megawatts of solar energy. A certified B Corporation, Namaste Solar is known for their long-term thinking when it comes to the best products for each unique need and the health of our planet.

Silver: Independent Solar 
Bronze: Photon Brothers 


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