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When Your First Name is "Mud," There’s Always Room for Improvement… Creating More Room in Your Mudroom
By the name alone, the mudroom has low self-esteem. After all, the moniker suggests it’s okay to get it dirty. Still, if you want your mudroom to be more efficient, or if you want to create a mudroom, there are some basic guidelines to follow. - October 20, 2010 - DirectBuy
NARI Supports National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 23-30)
NARI offers tips to homeowners to reduce lead exposure in children during a remodel - October 20, 2010 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s Second Annual Expert Panel Discussion on Defective "Chinese" Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute is hosting a reception/networking program on Sunday, October 24th from 6-9PM (food & beverages) and expert panel boards on Monday, October 25th from 9-5PM (lunch is provided); both are open for public participation. - October 19, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Trendy Products Releases New Bathroom Range
In a recent addition their to their extensive range of modern bathroom pieces, online furniture retailer Trendy Products has introduced a trio of new bathroom sets. Part of the Kaudro range, as designed by the Italian Lagnobagno team, the Contemporary Oak Italian Vanity Basin set is comprised from... - October 17, 2010 - Trendy Products
Nu-Heat Helps Affordable Housing Reach Level 4 Through Heat Pump and Solar Thermal
An affordable housing development in Brecon has been dubbed ‘super-green’ due to its eco-friendly use of air source heat pumps and solar thermal. The development meets Level 4 of the Code for Sustainable Development. Nu-Heat’s involvement in the project occurred after plans were... - October 17, 2010 - Nu-Heat
Mastercraft Exteriors' Matt Spanton & Richard Spanton Jr Chosen for Best of Success 2010
Matt Spanton & Richard Spanton Jr head out to the Best of Success in Denver Colorado. Matt speaks about SEO development in Roofing. Since its inception in 1996, Mastercraft Exteriors has been a leader in the roofing industry. - October 15, 2010 - Mastercraft Exteriors
Karl’s Appliance Adds a Second Sub-Zero/Wolf Appliance Living Kitchen Display in Morris County, NJ Appliance Store
Karl’s Appliance, one of the largest premium appliance retailers nationwide, has announced the addition of a second Living Kitchen Display in their Madison, NJ home appliance store. - October 14, 2010 - Karl's Appliance
Alliance Announces Expansion of Produits Neptune Territory
Effective immediately, Alliance Manufacturer Representatives would like to announce the assignment of additional territory for Produits Neptune. In addition to Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Mississippi and Arkansas, Alliance will now represent Produits Neptune in New Mexico. Alliance and Produits... - October 13, 2010 - Alliance Manufacturer Representatives
Premier Care in Bathing Highlight Bathroom Safety Tips for Baby Boomers
Premier Care in Bathing, a leading global provider of assisted bathing solutions for the elderly. - October 13, 2010 - Premier Bathrooms Ltd
NJ Snow Removal Company Offers Free Pre-Season Commercial Snow Removal Site Analysis
Grandview Outdoor is now performing snow removal site planning and analysis for commercial properties and is negotiating snow removal contracts for upcoming winter season. - October 12, 2010 - Grandview Landscape and Masonry
Dalworth Restoration Awarded for Exceptional Dallas Fort Worth Water and Fire Damage Restoration Service
Dalworth Restoration received a Consumers' Choice Award for outstanding service in Dallas Fort Worth in the fire and water damage restoration industry. - October 12, 2010 - Dalworth Restoration - Water Damage Dallas Fort worth
Solar Innovations, Inc. Releases New US Manufactured, Thermally Broken Lift Slide Door and Window Product
Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial skylights; greenhouses; conservatories; sunrooms; folding, tilting, and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens; releases a new US manufactured, thermally broken Lift Slide product for door and window applications. - October 11, 2010 - Solar Innovations, Inc.
New Jersey Landscape Designer Makes Commitment in Fight Against Breast Cancer
Grandview Outdoor offers donation to fight breast cancer with every signed contract during the month of October. - October 10, 2010 - Grandview Landscape and Masonry
Home Inspection Company Wins Secret to Business Success Contest
Sherlock Home Inspections, a Southwest Florida company has long been recognized as an industry leader. Now the company’s management team is helping the leaders of other local industries. - October 10, 2010 - Sherlock Home Inspections LLC
Room Interiors Design Online is Newest Trend in Affordable a La Carte Design
A medley of experts including professional interior designers, fashion designers and architects, have banded together to create Room Interior Design Online as a means of offering affordable design solutions for every budget, both locally and across the globe. With the accessibility and ease of... - October 09, 2010 - Room Interiors Online
Calloway’s Nursery Receives Readers Choice Awards from Star Community Newspapers
Eight Calloway's Nursery garden center locations receive accolades from the community. - October 09, 2010 - Calloway's Nursery
BESI Provides Specialized Training for the Inspection and Remediation of Structures with Defective “Chinese” Drywall – Warranty Available
The Building Envelope Science Institute graduates can qualify their work for a 10-year warranty program that provides coverage for up to $500,000 for homes remediated by professionals training during the National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America being held on October 26-27, 2010. - October 07, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Steel Windows and Doors USA Announces That Its Brombal USA, OS2 Thermally Broken Product Line is Expected to Have NFRC Rating by Year's End
Steel Windows and Doors USA, is proud to announce upon completion of the NRFC testing, they will offer the only Thermally Broken steel window and door products available on the market that offers an NFRC rating. - October 07, 2010 - Steel Windows and Doors USA
Kitchen Design Centre Advises Consumers to Invest in Designer Kitchens Before Christmas to Avoid Losing Hundreds of Pounds After Tax Rises
Owing to the VAT rise in January experts say consumers should improve their homes before Christmas. - October 06, 2010 - Kitchen Design Centre
BESI Offers First X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Certification for Gypsum Products
The Building Envelope Science Institute is presenting the X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Analyzer Certification (XRF-GP) training on October 26, 2010 at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina located at 1881 SE 17th Street Causeway in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. This certification program provides valuable information and techniques for the use of XRF as it pertains to Gypsum products. - October 05, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Champion Windows of Colorado Springs Earns BBB Excellence in Customer Service Award for Second Year in a Row - Only Home Improvement Company to Date to Earn Award
For the second year in a row Champion Windows of Colorado Springs received the “Excellence in Customer Service” (EICS) award from the Better Business Bureau of the Pikes Peak Region Foundation, Inc. The company is experiencing its best sales year ever, and Division Manager Matt Colligan believes that customer service has been a factor. - October 01, 2010 - Champion Windows of Colorado Springs
RoofWindowBlinds.net Launches
Velux-Blinds-Shop.co.uk has changed it's name to RoofWindowBlinds.net. - October 01, 2010 - Roof Window Blinds
Mr. Handyman Franchise Ranks High on 2010 Best for Veterans List
As more and more military veterans look for new business opportunities, many are finding success with opening a VetFran franchise. Mr. Handyman franchises are being honored for their efforts in helping U.S. military veterans launch their own business. Military Times Edge Magazines recently... - September 30, 2010 - Mr. Handyman
The R. A. Siegel Company Announces Recycling Program to Reduce Waste
The R. A. Siegel Company is pleased to announce it recently launched a recycling program at its Mableton, GA location. The recycling of paper, plastic, glass, and metal cans is now available throughout the warehouse and office areas. All items may be placed in a single container as the process... - September 26, 2010 - The R.A. Siegel Company
New Dealer for Bucket Ape - Newest Tile and Grout Product
New Distributor for Bucket Ape that helps eliminate the most hated job of tiling and grouting for DIY homeowners and professionals. The Bucket Ape system provides continuously clean water where work is done. It also offers painter’s the ability to protect their investment in brushes and rollers and their customer’s property. An effective tool for: Tile / Grout installers, Painters, and Drywall installers. Bucket Ape significantly decreases health risk for repetitive stress injuries. - September 24, 2010 - Pragmatic Products
RowlCrown Removable Crown Molding Now Available on HomeDepot.com
The Home Depot partnership further establishes the continued growth and success of the RowlCrown removable crown molding products. - September 24, 2010 - RowlCrown
Scott "Spiderman" Mulholland of U S Building Consultants Addresses the Pros and Cons of Chinese Drywall Remediation
There are four main methods or approaches to remediation currently being used or considered for the remediation of structures with Defective (Chinese) Drywall. Mr. Mulholland explains the pros and cons of each approach and provides more information related to this issue. - September 23, 2010 - USBCI
BESI Offers Quality Instruction & Training for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspectors, Consultants, and Remediators
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s First Annual Conference, Training Seminar & Exhibition for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspection and Remediation is being held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on October 24-27, 2010. - September 23, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Synergy Builders, Inc Announces Its Participation in the Old House New House Home Show
Synergy Builders Inc, a design-build home remodeling company announces its participation in The Old House New House® Home Show along with additional 300 vendors. Synergy Builders, Inc has recently announced its participation in The Old House New House® Home Show in St Charles from... - September 23, 2010 - Synergy Builders
SafetyWise LLC Creates Alarm Arm® No Ladder Smoke Alarm That Increases Fire Protection and Makes Alarm Installation and Replacing Batteries Safe
SafetyWise, LLC has developed the Alarm Arm® No Ladder Smoke AlarmTM, a revolutionary improvement in the installation of smoke alarms that allow users to install and maintain their smoke alarms without a ladder. The patented Alarm Arm® uses proprietary MagMountTM magnetic technology that... - September 22, 2010 - SafetyWise LLC
Classy Closets Phoenix Announced LEED Certified Executive
Key Classy Closets executive earns prestigious LEED certification, improving the company’s environmentally friendly positioning. - September 22, 2010 - Classy Closets, Phoenix
Boston Brick and Stone Offers Free Pre-Holiday Reduction for Chimney Inspections
Announces the Holidays Are Closer Than You Think - September 19, 2010 - Boston Brick and Stone
Designer Kitchens Company Launches Unique Service Created to Inspire Homeowners
Kitchen Design Centre introduces a service which will ultimately improve hundreds of homes. - September 18, 2010 - Kitchen Design Centre
Minorities Build the American Dream
Talk with Fresh Coat Painting franchise owners Jesus and Estfania Walls and Raul and Paolo Castaneda and three similarities quickly emerge—their tenacity, optimism, and dedicated perseverance to the daily operation and long term growth of their painting franchises. Former salesman Jesus... - September 17, 2010 - Fresh Coat Painters
RowlCrown Removable Crown Molding Earns Bronze Medal at America’s Largest Invention Show
INPEX Honor Selected by Jury Following Rigorous Testing of the RowlCrown Removable Crown Molding - September 17, 2010 - RowlCrown
Energy Smart Industry Brings Outdoor LED Lighting
ESI or the Energy Smart Industry, which is known to come up with smart and energy efficient lighting solutions now launches special outdoor LED lighting. With the new lightings, people can look forward to getting powerful lights for outdoors and can also get to save on their electricity bill. The... - September 17, 2010 - Energy Smart Industry
"The Nate Berkus Show" Displays a Living Wall on Its Set Created by Trish O'Sullivan Designs
“The Nate Berkus Show” features an eco-friendly “living wall” as a focal point of the show’s set, designed and installed by eco-floral designer and floral design teacher, Trish O’Sullivan, owner of Trish O’Sullivan Design Group. - September 15, 2010 - Trish O'Sullivan Design Group
Congrats to the Room Makeover Contest Winners!
Costa Mesa real estate company Torelli Realty is proud to congratulate Julieta & Ryan for winning their first ever Room Makeover Contest. They will be receiving help transforming their master bedroom into a more complete, decorated space. The couple is very open to a fresh set of eyes and are... - September 15, 2010 - Torelli Realty
Introducing ShippingContainerForum.com, a New Place on the Web for Container Enthusiasts
ShippingContainerForum.com, a new place on the web for container enthusiasts, was developed to create an international community around the shipping container and its many uses. Discussions revolve around how to maintain, modify and maximize container usefulness. - September 14, 2010 - ShippingContainerForum.com
BESI Provides Training for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspections and Remediation
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) is a specialized institute dedicated to the advancement of education, specifically designed for the construction industry. The Institute’s first major contribution to the industry is providing a solution to the Defective (Chinese or corrosive)... - September 11, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Tell Your Metal Roofing Story: Metal Roofing Alliance Turns the Tables
After many years of telling consumers about metal roofing, the non-profit Metal Roofing Alliance wants to hear from Homeowners with metal roofs, who are encouraged to submit a photo and story via Facebook. - September 09, 2010 - Metal Roofing Alliance
Nadrek Media Launches New Informational Site Covering Bathroom Tiles
Nadrek Media has launched a new informational site about bathroom tile designs, with numerous articles and guides on how to choose the best designs for your home. The site also includes several guides that will help readers with completing various tasks related to the renovation of their bathroom... - September 08, 2010 - Nadrek Media
Creative Classics Grows Furniture Business in Tough Economic Times by Thinking Small
Creative Classics Furniture celebrates 10 years in Old Town Alexandria with a month long Customer Appreciation Sale. - September 01, 2010 - Creative Classics Furniture
Arlington Air Conditioning Company Utilizes Facebook for Client Service
McBride Mechanical, local experts for Fort Worth and Arlington Air Conditioning services, utilizes Facebook to stay in touch with customers on a personal level. - August 29, 2010 - McBride Mechanical, Air Conditioning Contractors
Classy Closets Phoenix Announces LEED Certified Executive
Key Classy Closets executive earns prestigious LEED certification, improving the company’s environmentally friendly positioning - August 28, 2010 - Classy Closets
Production of Cast Iron Radiators Heats Up at Castrads
Castrads has grown year on year throughout the recession, contrary to the fate of many small businesses in the area. The company thinks that this is due in no small part to its committed team of Polish labourers. - August 27, 2010 - Castrads
Granite Shield Announces Low Cost Applicator Sample Starter Kit
Granite Shield is not just for granite fabricators. It's a great business opportunity as a full time business or for those seeking to earn extra income due to the economy - August 24, 2010 - Granite Shield
Bathroom Vanities: More Savings and Options from Top Online Retailer
Top online retailer has added several new product lines to fill the needs of its growing customer base. Its new line of traditional bathroom vanities will have two popular counter top options, Travertine and Black Galaxy Marble. These limestone tops have subtle patterns on the surface of the tiles and can create many interesting characters to any bathroom. - August 20, 2010 - Better Baths
Varga Windows to Offer Replacement Windows to Toronto and GTA, Ontario, Canada
Varga Windows Inc. has announced the company will offer replacement windows to Toronto, Ontario, Canada. - August 20, 2010 - Varga Windows
Cofer/Adams Helps Homeowners Take Advantage of the 30% Energy Tax Credit
The Energy Tax Credit will be reduced from 30% to 10% at the end of 2010, now is the time for homeowners to take advantage of the American Recovery and Reinvestment act of 2009 stimulus program. Homeowners can save money and get a tax credit by making their homes more energy efficient, increase... - August 19, 2010 - Cofer/Adams Building Center, Inc.