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Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner and Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Has Blogged About Pet Friendly Yards on Waggyspetsitting.com
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner and author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, has contributed to Waggy's Petsitting blog about creating pet friendly yards. For more information, go to www.pawfriendlylandscapes.com or http://waggyspettipsandtales.com/2010241-pawfriendly-landscapes-an-interview-with-owner-elizabeth-bublitz-for-a-beautiful-pet-friendly-yard/ - February 24, 2010 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Engineering Firm Buro Happold Hires New Partner Erleen Hatfield
The international engineering firm Buro Happold has welcomed a new partner, BIM expert Erleen Hatfield PE, LEED AP, in its New York office. - February 24, 2010 - Buro Happold
Clubhouse at K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Millville is Ready to Rock
7,500-square-foot Clubhouse Will be the Center of Community Activity, Includes pool, fitness center, many other amenities, Local personality Jerry Blavat to host grand opening celebration - February 24, 2010 - K Hovnanian Homes
Guardian Roofing is Recognized in St. Louis as a Top Local Roofing Contractor
Guardian Roofing and Exteriors launch their new website for roof repair, roof replacement, and new roof installation in and around St. Louis, MO. - February 24, 2010 - Hometown Roofing Contractors
Staffelbach Jumps in National Rankings
Interior architecture and design firm, Staffelbach, leapt up Interior Design magazine’s national rankings of 100 design giants landing firmly at 57th. The annual ranking is based on factors including: total design fees earned, total dollar value of the work and the amount of square footage of... - February 24, 2010 - Staffelbach
Radon Tee Appears with London Landmarks to Lobby for Building Regs Changes
A T-Shirt travelling the globe to spread the message Reduce Radon & Save Lives has been photographed outside London’s Houses of Parliament with specialist contractors, ProTen Services. - February 24, 2010 - ProTen Services
Department of Defense Selects MADCAD.com for Building Codes and Standards Online Access
The U.S. Department of Defense awarded MADCAD.com a one-year subscription contract for online access to more than 800 building codes and standards from ASHRAE, ASME, BHMA, ICC and NFPA. The contract will provide architects, engineers, specifiers and facility managers at the Naval Facilities... - February 24, 2010 - MADCAD.com
Greater Valley Group to Host Regional Impact Forum Feb. 25
Greater Valley Group announced today that it will host a regional economic impact forum for members of the media and dignitaries to examine the influence of projects planned for development in the Greater Valley Area. - February 24, 2010 - Greater Valley Group, LLC
Bowen Family Homes is Now Building in Cypress Springs in Sugar Hill
Bowen Family Homes recently announced it is building in Cypress Springs located in Sugar Hill in Gwinnett County. The community consists of two story home designs featuring beautiful brick and stone accent exteriors starting at $169,900. - February 23, 2010 - Bowen Family Homes
Taylor Morrison Yells "Play Ball!" at Surprise Farms Home Run All-Star Event
Valley residents who tour the home builder’s models on March 6 receive tickets to Kansas City Royals vs. Texas Rangers spring training game - February 23, 2010 - Taylor Morrison
Stiles Roofing Contractors Launch a New Website to Highlight their Roofing Skills in Louisville
Stiles Roofing launch their new website for roof repair, roof replacement, and new roof installation in and around Louisville, KY. - February 22, 2010 - Hometown Roofing Contractors
Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner and Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Will be Co-Sponsoring the Benefit for World Animal Awareness Society on February 25, 2010 in Aurora, Co
Pawfriendly Landscapes is co-sponsoring "A Beastly Haitian Affair for the World Animal Awareness Society" on February 25, 2010. There will be free portrait sessions all day, hourly prize drawings, goody bags for the first 200 guests, food/drink and amazing auction items in the event. The event is free to the public. - February 22, 2010 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Radon Tee Travels to London with ProTen Services
The Reduce Radon Tee appeared at the Sustainable Development conference held in London this week, to raise awareness of radon gas and encourage action to be taken. - February 21, 2010 - ProTen Services
Robeson Marketing & Design Celebrates Ten Years with Launch of New Website, CEO-Directed Blog
Cincinnati-based Robeson Marketing & Design (RMD), a full-service firm specializing in strategic planning, recently launched their new website to highlight the firm’s expertise and success stories over the past ten years. Learn more about what Robeson is proud to show their clients and prospects--including the new CEO-directed blog written by RMD's CEO Beth Robeson. - February 21, 2010 - Robeson Marketing & Design
Modern Turf Features Zorro, the #1 Zoysia Sod Worldwide
While sod quality is not always a competition, home, business and golf course owners are reporting that Zorro brand zoysia sod grass is their top choice. Modern Turf of Rembert, SC, is featuring Zorro sod in its sod product line-up and reports that it has been rated the number one zoysia grass in... - February 21, 2010 - Modern Turf
Trachte Building Systems, Inc. Acquires Tech-Fast Brand
Trachte Building Systems has purchased the assets of the Tacoma Washington based self-storage manaufacturer Tech-Fast. - February 20, 2010 - Trachte Building Systems
Cioffi Named Sales Representative at Home-Tech's Fort Myers Showroom
Tressa Cioffi has been named Sales Representative at Home-Tech’s Fort Myers appliance showroom. In this role, she is responsible for the store’s sales department, merchandising efforts, customer service and service agreement sales. Cioffi joined Home-Tech in July 2008 in its Service... - February 20, 2010 - Home-Tech
Wynright Announces Launch of New Brand Company – Wynright Robotics
Wynright, a leading manufacturer and integrator in the material handling industry has announced the formation of their latest Brand Company – Wynright Robotics(wynright.com/robotics/). - February 20, 2010 - Wynright
Naples Home Builder’s 2010 Home of the Year, Was Awarded Superior Home, Best Exterior, Best Landscape, Best Kitchen, Best Bath, Best Livability and More
Naples Home Builder, The Aubuchon Team of Companies, The Sterling Collections 2010 Home of the Year, was awarded Superior Home, Best Exterior, Best Landscape, Best Kitchen, Best Bath, Best Livability, Best Interior Design, Best Outdoor Living, Best Pool by 2010 LEE BIA Parade of Homes. - February 20, 2010 - Aubuchon Team of Companies
Awards Strengthen Stonhard’s Reputation for High-Performing Floors in the World’s Most Prominent Pharmaceutical Facilities
World-leading manufacturer of seamless floors, Stonhard, has installed floors for two of the winning companies in this year’s Facility of the Year Awards. - February 20, 2010 - Stonhard, Inc.
Royal Oaks Building Group Sales Team Wins Silver at 2010 Nationals Gala
Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that Adrienne Mickels and Shannon Wilson-Chandler have received a Silver Award in the category of Sales Team of the Year at the 2010 NationalsSM Gala that took place at Caesar’s Palace in Las... - February 20, 2010 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
ProTen Services Bring Radon Tee World Trek to Bath
National radon specialists, ProTen Services, who are supporting the CanSAR Radon Tee World Trek 2010, have added Bath to the list of destinations the Tee has visited. - February 20, 2010 - ProTen Services
Northwest Home Builder Reality Homes Inc. Experiences Increase in 2009 and Brighter Future in 2010
Northwest On Your Lot Builder Reality Homes Inc. sees a successful 2009 in what many say has been a tumultuous economy. Increased volume is something that many builders have not experienced in more than 24 months or more and do not expect to see for the foreseeable future. Yet this Northwest based company has found their way to a meaningful year and is looking forward to a much brighter future. - February 20, 2010 - Reality Home Inc.
Underwater Rudder Repairs Now Permanent with New Hydrex Underwater Technology
Underwater rudder repairs (hydrex@hydrex.be) are now permanent with new Hydrex underwater technology that allows for rudder repairs to be performed in-situ anywhere in the world, without the need of drydocking. This new Hydrex underwater technology saves ship owners and operator’s money and... - February 19, 2010 - Hydrex LLC
Radarsign™ Traffic-Calming Solutions Expand Into Four More States: Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and West Virginia
M. H. Corbin Named Regional Distributor of World’s Only Armored Driver Feedback Signs - February 19, 2010 - Radarsign
Builders Association's Demonstrational Showhome Benefits Builders and Homebuyers
The Northeast Florida Builders Association announces plans for a demonstrational show home that allows area builders to learn the latest in green building techniques and new products during the home's construction phase. The true beneficiaries will be future homebuyers. - February 19, 2010 - Northeast Florida Builders Association
Distinctive Design & Remodeling, Offers Energy Star Replacement Windows to Northern VA Residents
Wondering about the cost for replacement windows in VA? At DDR, you won't have to worry that your exterior remodeling project will break the bank. You can increase the value of your home with their energy efficient products. - February 18, 2010 - Distinctive Design & Remodeling, Inc.
Julian Construction Urges Homeowners to Learn from Haiti’s Mistakes
Company Urges Homeowners to Get Their Homes Well Prepared for the Next Earthquake. - February 18, 2010 - Julian Construction
Northeast Florida Builders Association's Parade of Homes 2010 Slated for April 10-18
The Northeast Florida Builders Association’s (NEFBA) Parade of Homes 2010 is scheduled April 10-18. The free event features new construction and decorator model homes in Duval, St. Johns, Nassau and Clay Counties. - February 18, 2010 - Northeast Florida Builders Association
Local Builder, M&T Investment Builders, and Nationwide Homes Joins ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition"
M&T Investment Builders, an Independent, Authorized builder for Nationwide Homes today announced that they will be joining ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition for an upcoming build later in February. This will be the first time the popular television program has featured a home built with... - February 18, 2010 - M&T Investment Builders, Inc.
JCT Builds Share of Construction Contracts
Almost 80 per cent of building projects use the Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) standard forms of construction contract, according to the latest Contracts in use survey produced by Davis Langdon on behalf of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Published on Friday, the survey was... - February 18, 2010 - Joint Contracts Tribunal
Archadeck of Pittsburgh South Hills to Offer Trex Transcend Decking and Railing
Archadeck of Pittsburgh South Hills is proud to now offer Trex's Transcend Decking and Railing which is a revolutionary new product with the natural look of composites and the performance of PVC. - February 18, 2010 - Archadeck of Pittsburgh South Hills
There’s No Place Like Home at The Irvine Village of Woodbury East
With its many parks and great access to nearby retail centers, employment and award-winning schools, Woodbury East is the newest village to open within the acclaimed Villages of Irvine® and is “home” to four of the eight neighborhoods included within The 2010 New Home Collection, which debuted last month. - February 18, 2010 - Irvine Company Community Development
Lance Dunahoe Earns Certified Master Inspector® Designation
Colleyville, Texas and Advantage Property Inspections is pleased to announce that Lance Dunahoe is now credentialed as a Certified Master Inspector(CMI)®, which is the inspection industry's top professional designation. - February 17, 2010 - Advantage Property Inspections
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Conference for Defective Drywall in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
The “BESI System” offers the most comprehensive remediation; the protocol was developed based on proven science and considers the following major factors: corrosion, cross-contamination of other building materials, personal belongings, IAQ monitoring program, and a proposed national warranty (not an insurance policy). - February 17, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Highland Homes’ Kathie McDaniel Receives National Recognition
At the 2010 International Builders Show, Highland Homes was represented by Kathie McDaniel, Sales and Marketing Director for the Central Florida home builder. - February 17, 2010 - Highland Homes
Miller Construction Company Building Republic Services' "Green" Facility in West Palm Beach, Florida
In its second innovative, “green” design/build project for Republic Services, Miller Construction Company has begun work on a 30,000-square-foot office/maintenance facility for the company’s West Palm Beach-based truck fleet. Scheduled for June 2010 completion, the two-story... - February 17, 2010 - Miller Construction Company
Green Finance Training Helps Real Estate Professionals Win More Green
Galley Eco Capital announced the launch of the Competitive Edge series of green finance classes, the first ever green finance education series created especially for real estate professionals. The San Francisco classes will address the critical shortage of professionals with skills to help real estate investors to build and invest in higher value green properties. - February 16, 2010 - Galley Eco Capital
Acoustiblok® Corporation Combines Acoustifence® and Earth/Foliage Berm to Reduce Outdoor Noise Pollution
Adding just a six-foot high Acoustifence to the berm not only drastically increases the berm’s blocking protection, it eliminates the real problem of the sound reflecting off the foliage and into those outdoor spaces that are meant to be serene. Thanks to its limp and heavy composition, Acoustifence also produces far less noise reflection than solid barriers. - February 16, 2010 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
Contractors Legal Group Joins JCT
The new Contractors Legal Group (CLG), which represents the common interests of main contractor trade associations, has joined the Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT). - February 16, 2010 - Joint Contracts Tribunal
LiveRoof, LLC Announces Exclusive Offshore Distribution Agreement with PlantedRoof.com of Massachusetts
LiveRoof, LLC Announces International Sales Agreement with PlantedRoof.com LiveRoof, LLC, Spring Lake, Michigan, U.S.A. is pleased to announce an exclusive sales agreement with Planted Roof.com of Massachusetts for offshore representation of the LiveRoof® hybrid green roof... - February 16, 2010 - PlantedRoof.com
Bowen Family Homes is Now Building in Oakdale Preserve in Smyrna
Bowen Family Homes recently announced it is building in Oakdale Preserve located in Smyrna in Cobb County. - February 14, 2010 - Bowen Family Homes
Nash Construction Proves That Even in a Recession Quality Reigns
2009 Capital CotY Awards Recognize Creativity & Craftsmanship Among Area's Top Remodeling & Design-Build Firms. - February 14, 2010 - Nash Construction, Inc.
ProTen Services Begin UK Leg of Radon Tee World Trek 2010
National radon specialists, ProTen Services, are supporting the CanSAR Radon Tee World Trek 2010 and have taken the Tee on the road to spread the message: Reduce Radon & Save Lives. - February 14, 2010 - ProTen Services
SealRite Spray Foam to Exhibit Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation at Atlantic Builders Convention
SealRite Spray Foam, a leading soy-based spray foam insulation contractor, will showcase its energy-efficient spray polyurethane foam products at the Atlantic Builder’s Convention on April 14-16, 2010. - February 13, 2010 - Coastal Insulation Corp
Aptcon Opens New Office in Wilmington, NC
New Wilmington, NC location and hire of Construction Manager support continued growth. - February 13, 2010 - Aptcon
IQ Plumbers Expand Fleet to Meet Rising Demand for "Within the Hour" Service
Leading emergency plumbers in London, IQ Plumbing Services, have expanded their fleet of vans to handle a significant rise in demand for their “within the hour” response emergency plumbing services. When a plumbing emergency arises, time is of the essence and a fast response is vital... - February 13, 2010 - IQ Plumbers
Royal Oaks Building Group Wins Gold at 2010 Nationals
Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that the company has received a Gold Award in the category of Building Industry Spirit at the 2010 NationalsSM Gala held at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas on Jan. 19. The award recognizes the... - February 13, 2010 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Bowen Family Homes Announces Final Opportunities at Alcovy Falls
Bowen Family Homes is pleased to announce that they currently have seven move-in ready Townhomes priced from $99,900 at its Alcovy Falls community in Lawrenceville. The community also has one single family home remaining. With move-in ready homes at such affordable prices, these homes should not... - February 12, 2010 - Bowen Family Homes
Horry Georgetown Home Builders Association Recognizes Lennar at Top Dog Awards Event
Lennar Walks Away with Several Awards at the Horry Georgetown Home Builders Association’s Annual Top Dog Awards. - February 12, 2010 - Lennar