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🏡 Meet Your Neighbor:

Jeremy Forrest with Premier Pro Wash & Seal

In Florida, pressure washing isn’t optional. It’s survival. Between algae, pollen, and birds treating your house like Top Golf, our homes take a beating. Sealing is the next level. It’s the part where you stop fighting fires and start hiring a bodyguard for your pavers. And in a world full of pressure washing companies, one name keeps floating to the top: Premier Pro Wash & Seal, led by Jeremy Forrest.

I met Jeremy a few months back, and aside from the fact that he somehow knows everyone, what really caught my attention was his ambition and sharp business sense. This man could have walked into any industry and walked out running it.

We recently sat down with him to learn more. He’s an interesting guy, a dedicated business owner, a family man, and honestly, one of those people Southshore is lucky to claim.

Jeremy has called Apollo Beach home since 2009, drawn in by the warm weather, nearby beaches, and the convenience of having his friends and family close. Before Premier Pro, he spent 20 years in the Air Force working everywhere from the operating room to orthopedic and sterile supply units. When he retired, he knew one thing for sure: he didn’t want the corporate grind. He wanted to serve his community in a more personal way. That led to Premier Pro Wash & Seal.

Premier Pro stands alone as the only Veteran Owned pressure washing business in the area, something Jeremy takes pride in. The company also offers a referral program that rivals Chick-fil-A’s fan loyalty. Seriously. You can earn credit toward future services, gift it to friends and family, or take cold, hard cash. Couple that with their warranty on original paver sealing, and it becomes obvious why his company is exploding.

When he’s not running the business, Jeremy and his wife love exploring new restaurants and hitting the beach. He keeps his mind sharp and his body sharper, regularly training in Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai.

January marks 10 years in business, which is no small feat in the world of entrepreneurship. Over the years, Jeremy has adjusted his leadership style to become more of a mentor for the youth. And it’s paid off in more ways than revenue. Jeremy will tell you, the reward of watching his employees purchase their first homes, buy their first cars, or experience other major life events beats money any day.

As for the future? Wide open. Jeremy believes in systems that work, staying process-focused, and keeping an eye on the long game. He also knows that sometimes the business owner is the bottleneck, and knowing when to step back and delegate is just as important as knowing when to lead from the front.

Now you know a bit more about the guy behind one of the busiest pressure washing and sealing companies in Southshore. If you step outside and your pavers look tired or your siding looks like it’s growing a Chia Pet, give Jeremy and Premier Pro Wash & Seal a call. You’ll be in good hands.

Premier Pro Wash & Seal

“Get your property from Green to Clean with the Premier Pro Wash & Seal team.”

Things to do

What’s Washing Up on The Shore This Week

Early Verdict on Amazon Prime Air

A few weeks ago, we reported on Amazon taking flight. They launched a Prime Air delivery facility right here in Ruskin. While I haven’t heard from many locals on this yet, reviews are sprouting up from other locations, and it’s not looking good.

The internet is filling up with videos of rogue drones dropping packages into lakes, crashing into homes, and zipping around residential airspace, causing panic. Yes, it might be just as bad as it sounds. Residents in one community were so annoyed that they actually banded together and begged Amazon to shut it down.

From software glitches to midair collisions with other drones, Amazon might be dropping the ball… literally. Have you had any experience with Prime Air yet? We’d love to hear about it. Shoot us a message at [email protected] and let us know if it’s really as bad as it sounds, or if this is just another case of a few problems being overreported.

Southshore Spotlight

Better Together

Better Together in Tampa Bay offers support to families through job connections, mentoring, and childcare so they can stay together and thrive.

Nominate your local hero by emailing us at [email protected]

The Ruskin Seafood Festival

It’s finally here. The 35th Annual Ruskin Seafood Festival kicks off tomorrow at 10 a.m. Get there early, stay there late. From live music and arts to all the seafood you can eat, this one’s shaping up to be a weekend to remember.

If you’ve never been, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. The arctic weather we’ve had has finally warmed up, and this weekend looks perfect for being outside. There’s no admission fee, so grab a friend or grab five and head down to E.G. Simmons Park from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m.–5 p.m. on Sunday.

The Ruskin Seafood Festival

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Foodies Only

Foodie Friday with The Honest Food Guy

It’s that time again for another food review with The Honest Food Guy. This week, we’re keeping it close to home with Circles in Apollo Beach and putting their Tenderloin Steak Sandwich to the test. Check out the full review below.

If you’ve got a restaurant, food truck, or even a lemonade stand, it could be featured here. Email us at [email protected]

Local Sports

Our winner of the Battle of Southshore Quarterbacks, Jacob Mobley, has been busy making waves in the postseason. We’ll sit down with him soon for a full feature on him and his plans for the future.

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Until next time,

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