Family-owned businesses in Escondido: 10 local spots
A guide to 10 family-owned Escondido, CA businesses in roofing, painting, plants, auto care, flowers, pest control, dining, screens and flooring.
10 local businesses · Updated November 2026 · From Our Local Spotlight
These family-owned businesses help with home and vehicle upkeep, from roofs and floors to car repairs, flowers for special occasions, and pest control. Some focus mainly on homes, while others also serve businesses. When choosing among them, ask what a written estimate includes and whether the company is licensed and insured for the work you need. For vehicles, ask about warranties and whether the shop works on your type of car, such as a diesel or hybrid. For flowers or catering, ask about delivery timing before you place an order.
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Bob Piva Roofing
Roofer Escondido, CABob Piva Roofing handles roof inspections, repairs, replacements and installations for tile, shingle and flat roofs, plus drainage and ventilation work. Founded in 1963 and still run from its Escondido location, it offers free estimates and is BBB accredited.
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D'Amato Construction Company
Painter Escondido, CAD'Amato Construction Company is a family-owned contractor focused mainly on interior and exterior painting, with bathroom, kitchen remodeling and powerwashing also offered. It holds a B (General) license and a C-33 painting license from the state of California.
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El Plantio Nursery & Landscaping
Landscaper Escondido, CAEl Plantio Nursery & Landscaping has operated since 1959 and sells fruit trees, drought-tolerant plants, berries and California natives. Its crew also handles hardscapes, irrigation, pergolas and garden walls, and Spanish is spoken.
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Escondido Auto Super Center
Car dealer Escondido, CAEscondido Auto Super Center is a family-owned used car dealership with a service department for oil changes, brakes and tires. Every vehicle is hand-selected, smog-tested and comes with a free 30-day comprehensive warranty, and it offers one no-hassle price.
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Escondido Auto Tech
Auto repair shop Escondido, CAEscondido Auto Tech is a family-owned repair shop and STAR smog station on North Ivy Street, with ASE Master Certified technicians working on gasoline, diesel, hybrid and EV vehicles. Customers get free Uber rides and a 24 month/24,000 mile warranty.
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Flower Barrel
Florist Escondido, CAFlower Barrel has been in business since 1979 and hand-crafts custom arrangements in traditional, tropical, exotic and hi-style designs. It offers same-day delivery and online ordering, and it makes wedding, sympathy and corsage flowers.
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Habitat Protection, Inc.
Pest control Escondido, CAHabitat Protection, Inc. is a licensed, family-run pest control company serving Escondido and the wider San Diego area for over 35 years. It handles termites, bed bugs, bee removal and organic pest control, and it also provides service for government facilities.
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J&M's Family Restaurant
Restaurant Escondido, CAJ&M's Family Restaurant serves homestyle cooking with breakfast available all week. Regulars often buy its house-made salad dressings to go, and diners can order online for pickup or delivery or reserve a table online.
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John's Screen Service
Windows & doors Escondido, CAJohn's Screen Service makes and installs door and window screens and does glass work, including dual pane units, storefront glass and frameless shower enclosures. With over 30 years of experience, the family-owned company offers free estimates, and Spanish is spoken.
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MODERN DESIGN FLOORS
Flooring ESCONDIDO, CAMODERN DESIGN FLOORS installs hardwood, laminate and vinyl floors and handles demolition to clear a space first. Owner Brian Heisel has more than 25 years of experience as a flooring installer, and the company uses background-checked installers.
Details come from each business’s own listing in Escondido Local Directory. Businesses don’t pay to be in our guides.