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The Right Window Company Opens Online Store for Direct Consumer Purchases
The Right Window Company, manufacturer of specialty doors and windows, now allows customers and contractors to buy direct online. - June 16, 2011 - The Right Window Company
Innovative Home Concepts, Inc. is Voted Best Roofing and Siding Contractor in Mchenry County
Innovative Home Concepts, Inc., a remodeling company specializing in windows, siding, roofing, gutters, doors, and decks, is the proud recipient of the 2011 Best of the Fox Reader's Choice Award for Best Siding and Roofing Contractor in Mchenry County. Innovative also received recognition for being the best employer with less than 40 employees as well as one of the best handyman service, deck builder, and home remodeler in Mchenry County. - June 15, 2011 - Innovative Home Concepts, Inc
Deck Addition Considered One of Top 5 Home Remodeling Projects
Seeking to educate homeowners on the long-term value decks can provide, Long® Fence refers to Remodeling Magazine’s 2010-2011 Cost vs. Value Report. This report shows that a wood deck addition is one of the top five remodeling projects that yield the greatest return on investment. In this... - June 15, 2011 - Long Fence
Great House Design Announces 15% Off Price of Home Plans Until July 15th
The process of designing your own house is becoming more affordable due to the availability of building material and the innovations within the field of home design in America. Companies such as Great House Design provide the ideal link between home buyers and home designers. Spokane, Washington-based house design specialists, Great House Design, have announced that they will be offering 15% off the price of their home plans until July 15th. - June 15, 2011 - Great House Design
The Corvus Group/RSM McGladrey, Inc. Complete Due Diligence on Commercial Real Estate Securitization Portfolio
The Corvus Group, Inc. and RSM McGladrey, Inc. recently completed a due diligence assignment on a performing and securitized commercial real estate loan portfolio with a loan balance aggregating $737 million. - June 15, 2011 - The Corvus Group
To-Increase Reveals Microsoft Dynamics as the One True Path Towards Global Expansion
Benefits ranging from streamlined processes, to global project visibility, illustrated in new manufacturing video case study. - June 15, 2011 - To-Increase
Karen League, ASID, LEED AP Joins Jova/Daniels/Busby as Senior Vice President and Director of Interior Design
Jova/Daniels/Busby to Provide Broader, More Comprehensive Design Services - June 15, 2011 - Jova/Daniels/Busby Architects Interior Designers Planners
Alabama Mechanical Contractor M&D Mechanical Receives National Platinum STEP Safety Award
Alabama mechanical contractor M&D Mechanical Contractors has been awarded the national STEP Safety Award by the Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. M&D Mechanical is one of only 571 ABC members in the nation to receive the platinum designation. - June 15, 2011 - M&D Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
G.J. Gardner Homes on Top 100 List of Military Friendly Franchises for 2nd Year in a Row
At a time when many builders are stagnating or downsizing, G.J. Gardner is expanding in the U.S. In addition to the 7 Colorado franchises, there are ten builder owned and operated franchises in California. Upcoming franchise openings include one in Indiana and one in the Boston area that will cover all of New England. - June 15, 2011 - G.J. Gardner Homes, Colorado/Wyoming
Builders Site Protection to Showcase New Surface Protection at PCBC
Builders Site Protection will be an exhibitor at the upcoming PCBC show in San Francisco, CA. from June 22-24th. Builders Site Protection will showcase environmentally-friendly surface protection and lead containment products that address builders' growing concerns with sustainability. Builders Site Protection will be located at booth N-6045 in the North Hall Exhibit Floor. - June 15, 2011 - Builders Site Protection
The BSC Group Expands Team
Casey McGrath joins The BSC Group LLC as associate vice president. - June 14, 2011 - The BSC Group, LLC
Acoustiblok Noise Reduction Material Gains a New Following: Boat Owners
Applying Acoustiblok’s 3mm noise deadening material to the noise source – the engine wall, engine cover, and gas tank cover – one boat owner reduced unwanted noise on his boat by more than 65 percent. - June 13, 2011 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
Building Clouds Increases Connectivity Options with New Driver for Echelon’s SmartServer
Building Automation and Smart Grid connectivity just got easier with the release of Building Cloud's new software driver for communicating with Echelon SmartServers. Download the product datasheet that describes the i.LON Driver features at www.opendiem.com. Building Clouds is offering this new service free of charge to registered users of its Opendiem software, it will also be included in all future releases of the product. - June 13, 2011 - Building Clouds
Distinctive Remodelers Creates High-Tech Bath in Mokena Home
Stacy and her husband dreamed of a bigger, better bathroom with ample amenities, including a separate shower and Whirlpool tub and a double-bowl vanity. Their hunt for the right remodeler led them to Orland Park-based Distinctive Remodelers. - June 13, 2011 - Distinctive Remodelers
Stephen Dent Construction Bidding on New Wisconsin Center for the Arts Building
Rumors of a new Wisconsin Center for the Arts building have been circulating for quite some time, and were finally validated last week by the Wisconsin City Counsel. The project has been opened up for bidding, and Stephen Dent Construction was one of the first companies to enter their... - June 12, 2011 - Stephen Dent Construction
Williamsburg Environmental Group, Inc. Announces Committee Appointments for Water Resources Staff
WEG Committee Appointments - Scott Blossom, P.E., C.F.M., LEED A.P. appointed to the Board for the James River Green Building Council, Chris Kuhn selected to serve on the VA Stormwater BMP Clearing House Committee, and Doug Beisch, P.E. appointed to the Nutrient Credit Exchange Study Committee - June 12, 2011 - Williamsburg Environmental Group, Inc.
Shannon Wilson-Chandler of Royal Oaks Building Group Wins 40 Under 40 Leadership Award
Sales Consultant Earns Professional Builder’s Acclaimed Award - June 12, 2011 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Long® Fence Receives Multiple Awards for Safety Performance and Incident Prevention
Two local chapters of Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. have awarded Long® Fence the nationally recognized Gold STEP Award for safety performance and commitment to training and incident prevention. The Metro Washington chapter presented their award on May 19, 2011. The Virginia chapter... - June 11, 2011 - Long Fence
MetalEra.com Adds Animations
Metal-Era, Inc., the national leader in commercial roof edge and roof ventilation solutions, introduces the addition of 11 animations. The animations are designed to help architects, roof consultants, roofing contractors and other design professionals better understand the effects of commercial... - June 11, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Section 2 of the High Line Flies Over and Cuts Through Manhattan’s West Side with Sophisticated Engineering by Buro Happold
Buro Happold provided structural and MEP engineering for Section 2’s daring structural interventions – the Flyover and Cutout. - June 10, 2011 - Buro Happold
Top Tier Commercial Real Estate Financing Advisors Relocate HQ to West Loop
Commercial real estate financing advisors, The BSC Group, relocates its headquarters to the West Loop in Chicago. - June 10, 2011 - The BSC Group, LLC
Ted Halsey Joins DLR Group
Architect Ted Halsey, AIA, LEED AP has joined DLR Group in Denver, Colorado. - June 10, 2011 - DLR Group
G.I. Jobs Names CertaPro Painters Among Most Military-Friendly Franchises
CertaPro Painters is proud to be named one of the most military friendly franchises by G.I. Jobs Magazine. - June 10, 2011 - CertaPro Painters
Boston Cedar Relocates to a Newer and Larger Facility
After 26 successful years of delivering quality products and services from its original location in Holbrook, MA, the timing is right for Boston Cedar to relocate to a newer and larger facility that was specifically designed for lumber and building materials distribution. Boston Cedar has... - June 09, 2011 - Boston Cedar
A Satisfying Set of Results for Ibstock Brick
Ibstock Brick has conducted its 11th Customer Satisfaction Survey to provide a benchmark for improving the experience its customers receive. The survey revealed satisfying results, notably in the company’s overall performance, technical service and design advice. - June 09, 2011 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
Ibstock Brick Takes a Specialist Approach to Service and Support
Ibstock Brick has created a dedicated team of expert sales advisors for its range of brickwork components and special shapes to assist with customers’ enquiries. - June 09, 2011 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
Ibstock Brick Factory Celebrates 300th Anniversary
Ibstock Brick’s Chailey factory, which has the capacity to manufacture approximately 14 million bricks per year, is celebrating 300 years of continuous brick making – the longest in the UK. - June 09, 2011 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
Ibstock Brick Launches New Manor Range
Ibstock Brick’s new manor range is designed to replicate traditional finishes enabling architects and housebuilders to create homes that fit in with their environment and offer kerb appeal. - June 09, 2011 - IBSTOCK BRICK Ltd
Petri Plumbing Supports the Make-A-Wish Foundation
Join the good people at Petri Plumbing in making a donation to this honorable 501 organization and receive 10% off on your Petri Plumbing bill. - June 09, 2011 - Petri Plumbing
Window and Siding Contractors in Albany Join with SEO Marketers to Improve Access for Locals
Navco Window & Door Company has hired an Online Advertising Company, Prospect Genius, to better serve the residents of Albany. - June 09, 2011 - Navco Window & Door Company
Handyman Services in Warwick, RI, Now Available to More Local Homeowners Thanks to SEO Company
ANDY OnCall has teamed with Online Advertising Company, Prospect Genius to better serve the residents of Warwick, RI. - June 09, 2011 - ANDY OnCall of Warwick RI
Top Safety Accreditation for Wise Property Care
Wise Property Care recently received accreditation from SAFEcontractor scheme for health and safety. - June 09, 2011 - Wise Property Care
Gary Rabine Speaks at Crain’s Fast Fifty Breakfast
Crain’s Chicago has invited Gary Rabine to be on a panel of successful entrepreneurs from Crain’s Fast Fifty list to share his story of revenue growth in challenging times. - June 08, 2011 - Rabine Group
Nocatee is Jacksonville Area’s Fastest-Growing Community
Metrostudy Report Ranks Nocatee on Top - June 08, 2011 - Nocatee
Zapkut Seeking Dealers Worldwide
Award-winning UK wall saw manufacturer Zapkut is actively seeking dealers around the world to market its innovative range of vertical panel saw solutions, including the Zapkut ZK range, the world's only true portable vertical panel saw. - June 08, 2011 - Zapkut Limited
Panhandle Builders and Panhandle Homes of Berkeley County Celebrate 25 Years
2011 marks the 25th anniversary of building in the Panhandle for Panhandle Builders and Panhandle Homes of Berkeley County, award-winning residential homebuilders who enhance the community through quality homebuilding and philanthropic values. - June 07, 2011 - Panhandle Homes of Berkeley County
Portland Plumber Announces Unlimited Plumbing Coupon Beyond Borders in the Pacific Northwest
Offer extends from Oregon to Vancouver WA and Beyond. - June 07, 2011 - Portland Plumbing Plus LLC
Combustion Components Associates to Display Air Pollution Control Technologies at Power Gen Europe
Combustion Components Associates (CCA), a provider of emission control products and technologies for utility and industrial sources, today announced it will be exhibiting at the upcoming POWER-GEN Europe. This event will be taking place from June 7 – 9th, 2011 being held in Fiera Milano in... - June 04, 2011 - Combustion Components Associates
Energy and Water Efficiencies Boost Sales at Rockrose in Carlsbad
Rockrose at The Foothills by Brookfield Homes continues its status as the best selling detached new home neighborhood in Carlsbad. - June 04, 2011 - Brookfield Homes, California
Royal Oaks Building Group Names New Design Sales Consultant
Kelly K. Pittman Joins Local Homebuilder’s Team of Talent. - June 04, 2011 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Siegel-Gallagher Adds LEED Green Associate to Management Company
Siegel-Gallagher Management Company recently hired Steve Raynier as their new Maintenance Portfolio Director. Raynier has over 15 years of commercial real estate experience in both construction and operations management. Previously, Raynier worked in facility operations for Transwestern, most... - June 04, 2011 - Siegel-Gallagher
Atlanta Electrical Contractor Expert Creates New Service for Residents
Finding a reliable Atlanta electrical contractor can often be intimidating, but according to the creators of a new innovative service, residents in Atlanta can find a host of well-reputed contractors by using a new site’s services. - June 04, 2011 - My Neighborhood Electrician
Precision Door Service Commercial Division Achieves AAADM Certification
Company adds additional certification to better serve commercial - industrial customers. - June 04, 2011 - Precision Door Service Seattle
Combustion Components Associates (CCA) Offers Key Services to Address New EPA Work Practice Standards for Industrial Boilers Subject to New MACT Rules
CAA announces that it offers timely burner inspections and related services to owners of gas-fired industrial boilers and fired heaters subject to new work practice standards mandated by the EPA. The EPA’s Final Rule covering National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)... - June 04, 2011 - Combustion Components Associates
U.S. Government Awards GSA Contract to The Westmark Group
Westmark is a full-service environmental engineering and consulting firm with offices in Nevada, California, Arizona, and Washington. - June 03, 2011 - The Westmark Group
Siegel-Gallagher Assists Sentry Insurance in Its Move to Esser Place
Sentry Insurance announced that it will relocate its Madison-based operations to Esser Place at 1800 Deming Way. The firm will occupy nearly 43,000 square feet of office space. Sentry’s Madison operations consist of more than 150 people, including information technology staff for the... - June 03, 2011 - Siegel-Gallagher
BJAC Releases Podcast on Architecture Firm Business Development
Nancy Padgett Discusses Developing and Implementing New Business Initiatives. - June 03, 2011 - BJAC
Teresina Soapstone Attends NKBA and Announces Contest
Teresina Soapstone recently attended an event in Oakland, CA for the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association). Interior designers from the San Francisco Bay Area attended. Teresina Soapstone also sponsored a group of interior designers from Sacramento NKBA by providing bus transportation for... - June 03, 2011 - Teresina Soapstone
Luxury Home Designer Apchin Design Corp. is Being Featured in New Luxury Home Magazine
Luxury Home Canada Magazine will be released in fall 2011 and feature prominent B.C. designer. - June 03, 2011 - Apchin Design Corp.
Chipkin Automation Systems Releases Enhanced BACnet Explorer
Chipkin Automation Systems Inc. releases an enhanced version of their popular BACnet Explorer to further test, debug and discover BACnet networks and devices with ease. - June 03, 2011 - Chipkin Automation Systems