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Riley Contracting Group Renovates East Building of North Carolina Museum of Art
Local General Contractor Working to Complete $2.5 Million Upgrade to Art Museum’s Storage and Preservation Systems - February 13, 2016 - Riley Contracting
North American Overseas Pellet Exports Rose for the Second Consecutive Quarter to Reach a New Record High in the 3Q/15 with the US South Shipping 77% of the Volume
The wood pellet industry keeps investing in new production capacity in the US South because of higher pellet demand in the United Kingdom, reports the North American Wood Fiber Review. In the 3Q/15, 77% of North America’s pellet exports were from the southeastern US. - February 11, 2016 - Wood Resources International LLC
Trade of Logs in Baltic Sea Region Fell 10% in 2015 Because of Substantially Lower Demand for Softwood Pulplogs in Finland and Sweden, Reports the Wood Resource Quarterly
After reaching a record high in 2014, log trade in the Baltic Sea fell by 10% in 2015. Most of the decline was that of softwood pulplogs, while trade of sawlogs actually increased to reach its highest level since 2007, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. Russia has been surpassed by the Baltic States as the major softwood log supply region. - February 11, 2016 - Wood Resources International LLC
Roofing and Remodeling Contractors in Bergen County, NJ, Connect with Locals via New Website Launch
Marroquin Home LLC is working with the local online marketing experts at Prospect Genius to improve its Internet presence. - February 11, 2016 - Prospect Genius
Covestro Introduces Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation Enabling Economical Application
Bayseal® OCX spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation is AC377 Appendix X compliant, eliminating the need for an ignition barrier in service-only attics and crawlspaces. - February 11, 2016 - Covestro LLC
Noah’s Park and Playgrounds Introducing a New Fun and Interactive Product, Gaga Ball Pits, Dubbed "America’s Fastest Growing Dodgeball Alternative," on Their Website
Noah’s Park & Playgrounds, is excited to announce the addition of a new product- Gaga Ball. This fun, action packed game has become known as “America’s Fastest Growing Dodgeball Alternative.” Noah’s is pleased to offer two Gaga Ball Pit sizes for schools, churches, HOA’s, city parks, camp grounds as well as numerous other customers throughout the U.S. - February 08, 2016 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
Housing Benefit Reform Conference, Thursday 24th March 2016 – London
With the Spending Review and Autumn Statement heralding further changes to Housing Benefit, Capita's national Housing Benefit Reform Conference is designed to ensure local authorities and social housing providers are equipped to support the local population and the workforce through the changes to the benefits system. - February 06, 2016 - Capita Conferences
The Import Value of Logs and Lumber to China Has Fallen by 25% in 12 Months Because of Declining Housing Constructions
The reduction in house construction in China has resulted in a substantial decline in the importation of forest products during 2015, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. The total value of imported softwood logs and lumber has fallen 25% and import prices have declined almost 30% that past 12 months. - February 03, 2016 - Wood Resources International LLC
Trinity Custom Homes: Trinity Receives the BBB Complaint Free Award from the Better Business Bureau
Trinity Custom Homes is a recent recipient of the BBB Complaint Free Award from the Better Business Bureau. Learn more here. - February 02, 2016 - Trinity Custom Homes
Trinity Custom Homes: Trinity Now Uses the Zip System by AdvanTech
Trinity Custom Homes now uses the Zip System by Advantech. Learn how the Zip System helps improve the quality of a build. - February 02, 2016 - Trinity Custom Homes
Shaddock Development Company Announces Purchase of 122 Acre Development in Parker, Texas
Dallas-Fort Worth based Shaddock Development Company has acquired 122 acres in Parker, Texas between E Bethany Drive and Allen Heights Drive. The development, Parker Ranch Estates, consists of 67 lots on 1-2 acre with convenient access to North Central Expressway. William Shaddock, Partner and... - February 01, 2016 - Shaddock Development
Alyson Lupinetti Named Construction Group Account Manager at New Day Underwriting Managers
Alyson Lupinetti has been named an account manager within the Construction Group of New Day Underwriting Managers LLC, a leading specialty intermediary of environmental and construction-related professional liability insurance coverages. She is responsible for supporting the informational and risk... - February 01, 2016 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Sunspace Texas of Bryan/College Station Awarded Best of Houzz 2016
Sunspace Texas has won “Best Of Houzz Award” on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The porch enclosure specialist company was chosen by the more than 35 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than one million active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals. - February 01, 2016 - Sunspace Texas
Julian Construction Warns the Public of the Dangers of Flood Season
Julian Construction, Inc. (http://www.julianconstruction.com), a foundation repair and construction company in Los Angeles, is warning the public about some of the dangers of flood season and different indications of damage to look out for. This is particularly important in light of the projected El Nino heavy rain conditions this year. - January 30, 2016 - Julian Construction
JulianConstruction.com: Does Your Home Need Foundation Underpinning?
Julian Construction, Inc., (http://www.julianconstruction.com), a foundation repair and construction company in Los Angeles, offers foundation underpinning and explains why homeowners might need it. - January 30, 2016 - Julian Construction
Home Remedy Construction LLC Launches New Website for the Livingston County Area
Home Remedy Construction LLC today announced the launch of www.homeremedyconstruction.com as an informational portal that features educational resources on subjects such as property value benefits from roofing, and siding, and many other helpful tips for homeowners considering roofing contractors... - January 30, 2016 - Home Remedy Construction LLC
JAS Construction Group, a Top of the Line, Commercial and Residential Construction Company, Has Just Joined the Service Channel Network
JAS Construction Group provides Residential and Commercial repairs ranging from handyman work to construction re-builds, additions and remodels. Not only do they offer Residential and Commercial work but they also provide Facilities Management for retail stores throughout the South East. Whatever... - January 28, 2016 - JAS Construction Group
Capital Title Closes Largest Residential Transaction in Dallas History with Sale of Tom Hicks Mansion
Last Friday, DFW-based Capital Title closed the sale on a 25-acre, 28,000-square-foot mansion that once belonged to Texas businessman Tom Hicks. Hicks is the former owner of the Texas Rangers and Dallas Stars. The sale of the Tom Hicks home by Capital Title marks the largest residential transaction... - January 27, 2016 - Capital Title
RMI Corporation to Attend "The Rental Show" in Atlanta
RMI Corporation will be bringing their premier business management software, RMI ADVANTAGE, and a super show special to the ARA's 60th annual trade show, "The Rental Show" in Atlanta, GA. - January 24, 2016 - Rental Management Inc
January Sees Another Contraction for Med Basin and Persian Gulf – Arabian Sea Cement FOB Prices
On a monthly basis, cement prices continue to drop, according to the CW Research’s January update to Med Basin, Persian Gulf – Arabian Sea and East Africa Cement and Clinker price assessment. - January 21, 2016 - CW Group
Athens Building Company of Athens, GA Awarded Best of Houzz 2016
Over 35 Million Monthly Unique Users Nominated Best Home Building, Remodeling and Design Professionals in North America and Around the World. - January 21, 2016 - Athens Building Company
James Denomme Joins Metal-Era as Vice President of Manufacturing
Metal-Era, Inc., the national leader in commercial engineered roof solutions, announces that James Denomme has joined the company as Vice President of Manufacturing. James will oversee management of all areas of manufacturing to direct activities and produce products that meet timelines, quality standards and cost objectives. - January 20, 2016 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Cutting Edge Track Featured at “Nike + Run Club House of Track” Locally Built by Beynon Sports Surfaces of Tualatin, Oregon
It’s that fast. In both construction time and running speed. And records - will likely - be broken on it in March. Beynon Sports Surfaces latest track - a 200 meter, indoor, banked track - is both a vision and a mission. It is a movable, regulation track that was built to anchor several... - January 15, 2016 - Beynon Sports Surfaces
LichtensteinRE Retained as Exclusive Broker to Sell Gut Rehabbed 6 Residential Unit Property in Yonkers, New York
LichtensteinRE has been retained on an exclusive basis to sell a multifamily apartment building located at 56 Groshon Avenue Yonkers, Westchester, New York. The asking price is $1,175,000 but offers at all prices are invited. The property, built in 1965, is a three story walk-up building... - January 15, 2016 - LichtensteinRE
Your Choice Program™ from DuraLife™ Blends Finish, Performance & Value to Create Beautiful, Custom Decks
First-of-Its-Kind Program Allows Users to Design Beautiful Outdoor Living Spaces by Selecting the Color They Want at the Performance & Price Points of Their Choice - January 14, 2016 - DuraLife
Myles Nelson McKenzie Design of Newport Beach, California Awarded Best Of Houzz 2016
Myles Nelson McKenzie Design of Newport Beach, California has won “Best Of Customer Service” on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The 30-year old residential and commercial design firm was chosen by the more than 35 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than one million active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals. - January 13, 2016 - Myles Nelson McKenzie Design
Philadelphia's First Bitcoin Condo Offering
Susanna Kunkel, Realtor with Phillyliving.com at Keller Williams announces Philly's first bitcoin condo offering, especially designed to accommodate live/work lifestyle for entrepeneur start-ups. Unique architecture, abundant natural light and open, flexible work space make it ideal for a home based high tech business. Add to that a large garage space with room for 2 cars, bikes and storage. - January 13, 2016 - PhillyLiving.com
Ferrara Flame Introduces New Italkero Luxury Patio Heater Into the USA
Welcome Lightfire Dolcevita to the USA! This is the latest offering in the luxury line of patio heaters from Italkero in Italy. - January 12, 2016 - Ferrara Flame by Italkero
South Florida Company is a Finalist in an Unprecedented Four of Nine Categories for Best Product of the Year at the 2016 International Builders Show
Aquarius BrandsTM and its wholly owned subsidiaries Atmospheric Water SolutionsTM and DroughtBusterTM will release new product lines of atmospheric water generators, water saving devices, and a new retractable solar solution at the International Builders Show (IBS) in Las Vegas from January 19th... - January 12, 2016 - Atmospheric Water Solutions
Sonoma Academy Makes the Switch to Solar - Sonoma County School Goes Green, Saves Money
Sonoma Academy has switched-on a 208 kW solar power project on the north edge of its campus. The electricity produced from this system is projected to save over $1,280,000 for the academy over the next 25 years allowing that money to flow directly back into education. - January 12, 2016 - SolarCraft
Pulse of the City News Announces Consecutive Customer Satisfaction Award Winners
With yearly results coming in, only a selected group of companies have earned back-to-back Pulse of the City Customer Satisfaction Award. - January 07, 2016 - Pulse of the City News
Windows Installer in Gaithersburg, MD, Boosts Local Economy by Using Web Marketing Techniques
A new Web advertising campaign launched by Olney-based windows installer Thermal Specialties and Installation Co. is poised to help boost the local economy. By partnering with the online marketing specialists at Prospect Genius to get the word out about its window and door installation services,... - December 31, 2015 - Prospect Genius
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Dianna M. Johnson as a 2016 Professional of the Year
Dianna M. Johnson, of Mesa, Arizona, has recently been recognized as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Professional of the Year for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Roofing. - December 30, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
LichtensteinRE Just Sold a Development Site in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn for the Full Asking Price
Andrew Lichtenstein, President of LichtensteinRE, has just sold the development site located at 3016 Brighton 5th Street in the Brighton Beach section of Brooklyn, for the full asking price of $775,000 all cash. This site is a 3,200 square feet lot containing a 4,480 square foot wood frame 2 story... - December 29, 2015 - LichtensteinRE
ForkliftCertification.com Shines a New Light on OSHA with Infographic Release
An industry leader in forklift training has released an infographic that sheds a new light on OSHA. - December 28, 2015 - ForkLiftCertification.com
TruGrain® Made with Resysta® at 2016 IBS
Westech Building Products will feature the full line of TruGrain® made with Resysta® bio-based decking, siding and facade profiles at the International Builder's Show, the biggest residential construction show in the United States. Westech, sister company, North American Pipe Corporation will also have their foundation building products on display. The show will be held January 19-21, 2016, in Las Vegas. - December 28, 2015 - Westech Building Products
US Builders Review Magazine Selects Westech Building Products as a 2015 Editor’s Choice Honoree
US Builders Reviews selected TruGrain® made with Resysta® line of decking, siding and façade boards to be included in their list of top building products for 2015. - December 28, 2015 - Westech Building Products
Michael Nash Design Build & Homes Wins Fifth Consecutive Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award
Michael Nash Design Build & Homes receives high praise from satisfied customers, earning it a fifth straight Talk of the Town Award. - December 25, 2015 - Celebration Media U.S.
CW Research: 2Q2015 Global Gray Cement Prices Fall 11+ % YoY, 3/4Q2015 Prices Recover
Global gray cement prices fell 11+ percent year-on-year, according to preliminary figures presented in the CW Research’s 3/4Q2015 update to its benchmark price assessment for monthly worldwide trade of gray cement, white cement, clinker, and slag, as well as ex-works and effective market prices: Global Cement Trade Price Report (GCTPR). - December 24, 2015 - CW Group
Global Trade of Softwood Lumber Increased in 2015, Though Prices Have Trended Downward in Key Markets
Both domestic and export prices of softwood lumber have fallen in the US, Europe and China during the 3Q/15, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. Russian lumber exporters have had a good year with record-high export volumes, competitive export prices and 20% higher prices in Ruble terms. - December 23, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC
Sawlog Prices Have Fallen Faster in Europe Than in the Rest of the World for the Past 18 Months, with the ESPI Price Index Reaching a Five Year Low, Reports WRQ
The European Sawlog Price Index (ESPI) has declined by almost seven percent in 18 months and in the 3Q/15, was at its lowest level in five years, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. Since early 2014, sawlog prices in Europe have fallen faster than in most other lumber-producing countries around the world. - December 23, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC
Los Feliz Design Build Contractor Roger Perron Completes Two Projects in Area
Roger Perron completed the construction of a new home in Los Feliz, as well as the full remodeling of another home and backyard, including building a guest house, spa and outdoor kitchen. - December 18, 2015 - Roger Perron Design and Construction
Durante Rentals Acquires Quality Rent All, Inc. of Carmel, NY
Newest Location Bolsters Durante’s Reach into the Putnam County Area - December 16, 2015 - Durante Rentals
Cambridge Pavingstones® Named Exclusive Master Distributor of i-lighting™ LED Landscape & Hardscape Lighting Systems
i-lighting™ Landscape & Hardscape Lighting Now Available from More Than 250 Cambridge Authorized Dealers Located in 15 States - December 16, 2015 - iLighting
Jeff Slivka of New Day Underwriting Managers Explores Environmental & Pollution Professional Liability at IRMI Construction Risk Conference
Leading Industry Expert Discusses Latest Construction Insurance Trends at 35th Annual Event Attended by More Than 1,500 Risk Management Professionals. - December 15, 2015 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Mutual Materials Receives Seattle Business Magazine 2015 Family Business Award
Mutual Materials, the largest manufacturer of masonry and hardscape products in the Pacific Northwest, has been honored by Seattle Business magazine as a top family-run business in Washington State with a 2015 Family Business Award. The Family Business Awards by Seattle Business magazine honor the... - December 15, 2015 - Mutual Materials
JFC & Associates Appoints David Mass as Sr. Consultant
John Connell, CEO of JFC & Associates appoints Mr. David Mass as Sr. Consultant. JFC & Associates has been in the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) business since 2001, providing value to their EAM clients. JFC has also been an IBM Business Partner since 2005. With the main office in Boston, today JFC is regarded as one of the pre-eminent services corporations within the EAM Service discipline. - December 10, 2015 - JFC & Associates
Energy Efficient Homes a Priority at Mill Creek in Geneva
Shodeen Homes Encourages Energy Efficiency Buyer Education. - December 09, 2015 - Shodeen Homes
A Great Opportunity for the Drainage & Stormwater Industry Professionals
Day one of the 2nd Annual Edition of Future Drainage & Stormwater Networks Qatar conference at Intercontinental The City Doha (organized by Advanced Conferences & Meetings), was held with the support of Public Works Authority ‘ASHGHAL’. This conference brought together the... - December 09, 2015 - Advanced Conferences & Meetings
Concrete Repair Experts at Capital Industries Inc. Explore the Benefits of Concrete Resurfacing
The team at Capital Industries Inc. have provided quality concrete repair products for companies conducting concrete resurfacing services for many years. If your plant engineers and maintenance staff want to improve the quality of the concrete surface under their watch, Capital Industries Inc. - December 09, 2015 - Capital Industries, Inc