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Graco Launches New 1 Inch Air-Operated Double Diaphragm Pump Family
Graco's new Husky 1050 diaphragm pump features a stall-free, low pulsation air valve which provides a smooth and rapid changeover. Available in aluminum, polypropylene, conductive polypropylene, PVDF, stainless steel and hastelloy fluid sections. - October 22, 2009 - Graco Inc
Oregon Home Inspector Attends American Society of Home Inspectors Leadership Training Conference
American Society of Home Inspectors Leadership Training Conference Ken Meyer Attends ASHI Leadership Conference, Home Inspectors Code of Ethics and Consumer Trust Ken Meyer of Portico Home Inspection LLC, a local home inspection business, has just returned from leadership training in Chicago, IL,... - October 22, 2009 - Portico Home Inspection LLC
Morrison Supply Company’s Fort Worth Destination Showroom Provides Unique Venue for Fundraising, Charitable Events
Morrison Supply Company is giving Fort Worth a unique new venue option when it opens the doors to its new destination showroom on October 26. The distributor of quality plumbing, appliances and hardware has created a magnificent building that the company will offer to local non-profit, charitable... - October 22, 2009 - Morrison Supply Company
911 Restoration, Inc. Featured on CNN Local Edition News
911 Restoration Inc was featured on CNN Local Edition as a company that is striving even during a struggling economy. - October 22, 2009 - 911 Restoration Inc.
Scientific Capital Arranges a 3 Million SBA 504 Loan for the Acquisition of a Comfort Inn in Virginia
Scientific Capital Group arranges a 3 MM SBA 504 loan for the acquisition of a Comfort Inn in Virginia. The project was financed as 80% Loan to Cost (LTC) with the first position financing through an FDIC lender and the 2nd position loan through the SBA. Previously the 504 loans could be used for... - October 22, 2009 - Scientific Capital Group, Inc.
Minto Communities Adds Senior Executive to West Central Office to Fuel Growth and Market Leadership
Company eyes expansion in Orlando and Tampa Bay through the appointment of 15-year construction veteran Bill Bullock. - October 22, 2009 - Minto Communities, LLC
Irvine Company's 2010 New Home Collection
The Irvine Company's New Home Collection Reflects Extensive Consumer Research and Offers a Fresh Approach to New Home Design and Livability in the Acclaimed Villages of Irvine® - October 22, 2009 - Irvine Company Community Development
Highland Homes Announces the Grand Re-Opening of Ayersworth Glen
Ayersworth Glen, a master-planned community offering new homes in South Tampa, is back and at full force. - October 22, 2009 - Highland Homes
Morrison Supply Company Unveils Fort Worth Destination Showroom
Morrison Supply Company, a Fort Worth-based distributor of quality plumbing, appliances and hardware, today announced the much-anticipated opening of its destination showroom, which will officially open to the public on October 26. - October 21, 2009 - Morrison Supply Company
Wisconsin Manufacturing Company Forging Ahead in Sustainability
Plastic injection company leads industry in balancing sustainability and the bottom line - with proven methods and results. - October 21, 2009 - Xten Industries
Marketing Magician Re-Elected to Birmingham Chamber Council
Stefan Drew, the man the BBC introduce as the Marketing Magician, has been re-elected for a second three term as a member of Birmingham Chamber of Commerce’s Council. Elected by the membership of over 3500 based in around Birmingham, UK, Stefan has also been the Chamber’s SME... - October 21, 2009 - Stefan Drew Associates
Stonhard Brings a Touch of Modern Sophistication to Hardworking, Long-Lasting Floors
Stonhard introduces a safe, smart, high-performing alternative to stained concrete with the Stontop family of products. - October 21, 2009 - Stonhard, Inc.
Bob Sisson Attends ASHI Leadership Conference; Focus is on Home Inspectors Code of Ethics and Consumer Trust
Bob Sisson, owner of Inspections by Bob, a local home inspection business, has just returned from leadership training in Chicago, IL, where the spotlight was on ethics. As a member of the American Society of Home Inspectors, Sisson is committed to conducting business in compliance with the ASHI... - October 20, 2009 - Inspections by Bob
USBCI Provides Free Forum for Homeowners to Get Answers to Defective Drywall Questions
The panelists will have expert advice on the subjects of legal, health, life safety, LEED certification upgrades, analytical/laboratory/chemistry, product materials, environmental, construction and remediation, cost estimating, real estate values, insurance, warranty, decontamination of personal belongings, and state or governmental responses to the crisis. - October 20, 2009 - USBCI
USBCI Announces Speakers for the National Training and Certification Program on Chinese and Defective Drywall in America
National Training and Certification Program on Chinese and Defective Drywall in America on October 25 – 27, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport Hotel Orlando, Florida. The training program will offer certifications for the title designation of Certified Defective Drywall Inspector (CDDI), Certified Defective Drywall Consultant (CDDC) and Certified Defective Drywall Remediator (CDDR). - October 20, 2009 - USBCI
NJ Mold Testing and NJ Mold Inspection Services Now Offered by Accurate Inspections Inc.
Accurate Inspections Inc. is one of the most experienced NJ home inspection company. They have now introduced a new service to the array of other services – NJ Mold Testing and NJ Mold Inspection services. - October 20, 2009 - Accurate Inspections, Inc
Local Contractor is Offering Free Chimney Inspections to Those in Need
AAA-Superior Construction a CSIA certified Chimney Contractor is offering free chimney Inspections to those in need. If you reside in Newark Metro area of NJ and you have not had your annual Chimney Inspection, here is a opportunity to have it done at no charge. - October 18, 2009 - Superior Roof,Chimney,Gutters and Masonry
Anderson Construction Group Named #10th Fastest Growing Private Company in 2009
Anderson Construction Group, Inc. (ACG) was named the #10th Fastest Growing Private Company in Washington State by the Puget Sound Business Journal (PSBJ) in its annual Fastest Growing Private Company list in 2009. ACG was ranked in the 10th position for sales growth over 2006-2008 with an increase... - October 18, 2009 - Anderson Construction Group, Inc.
U.S. Department of Energy Awards Thermablok-Insulated “Refract House” First Place in Architecture in the 2009 Solar Decathlon Competition
Team California took the lead in the U.S. Department of Energy's Solar Decathlon by winning the architecture contest with a score of 98 out of a possible 100. A jury of professional architects praised the Refract House, calling it “beautiful in every respect,” and applauding Team California’s student architects and designers for its "excellent project documentation, crystal-clear concept, and successful translation of regional architecture." - October 17, 2009 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
Announcing New Eco-friendly Water Damage and Mold Removal Company
Wipe Out is proud to announce its Eco-friendly Water Damage services in the Fernandina/Jacksonville area, by implementing lean production standards, and green business solutions that reduce environmental waste. Wipe Out was designed to offer an Eco-friendly choice for the ever growing market of... - October 17, 2009 - Wipe Out
PA Group Goes Nationwide Again
The PA Group are an asbestos services company who have recently secured a number of prestigious contracts. These clients include, Safestore, Focus DIY, Virgin Media and The Royal Air Force. These contracts will allow the company to continue successfully trading through these difficult economic times. - October 17, 2009 - PA Group
Jennifer McFadyen Joins Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC
Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that Jennifer McFadyen has joined the company as marketing coordinator. In addition to being responsible for creating and facilitating all corporate and community marketing efforts through print, web... - October 17, 2009 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
UL Safety for Wind Turbines – CertifiGroup Launches No-Cost Program for Designers and Manufacturers
CertifiGroup, a Cary NC company, is providing a free service to manufacturers and designers of wind turbine technologies for commercial and residential installation. - October 16, 2009 - CertifiGroup
Colonial Heritage Offers Helpful Programs to Support Caregivers
Caregivers Support Group helps fellow neighbors in Colonial - October 16, 2009 - Lennar
Lennar Virginia Urges First-Time Homebuyers to Take Advantage of $8,000 Tax Credit Before Time Runs Out
Time is running out for homebuyers to take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit. - October 16, 2009 - Lennar
Lennar Releases Last Homesites at Wright Farm Estates
Wright Farm Estates is releasing their last remaining homesites in their Purcellville community. - October 16, 2009 - Lennar
Coventry Businesses Learn Marketing Skills
Some of Coventry’s best businesses should become much better after attending a recent Top Tips seminar held in the town. Twenty seven business people and business advisors from the local and county councils as well as staff from the Chamber of Commerce attended a Top Ten Marketing Tips seminar run by Stefan Drew. - October 16, 2009 - Stefan Drew Associates
Sacramento Building Departments Hitting Homeowners and Businesses with Building Code Violations and Building Permits
The slow real estate market is benefiting the city of Sacramento, but at the expense of homeowners and businesses. How are the homeowners and businesses being targeted for building code violations and building permits? - October 16, 2009 - Sacramento Design Group
‘Little House on the Prairie: the Musical’ Volunteers on a Habitat for Humanity Project in the Twin Cities
Actress Melissa Gilbert and the cast and crew of 'Little House on the Prairie: The Musical' partner with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity to spruce up St. Paul home. - October 15, 2009 - Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity
House of Hancock is Pleased to Announce a New Partnership with Rebel Refrigeration
Together, the two companies are prepared to meet the challenge of today’s competitive business environment and make Rebel Refrigeration the number one choice for heating and air conditioning supplies and services in Las Vegas. - October 15, 2009 - Rebel Refrigeration
Richard Cathey, President and CEO of American Pride Bank, Elected to Community Bankers Association of Georgia Board of Directors
Richard Cathey, President and CEO of Macon, Georgia-based financial institute American Pride Bank, is elected to a one year term as Member at Large for the Community Bankers Association of Georgia. - October 15, 2009 - American Pride Bank
NaturCert Announces Launch of New International Website
NaturCert today announced the launch of its new international website www.naturcert.com. - October 15, 2009 - NaturCert E.E.
Gafcon Selected as Project Manager for Landmark Berlin Wall Memorial Project in Los Angeles
Original Berlin Wall segments to be erected along Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Cold War icon. - October 14, 2009 - Gafcon Inc.
Plumber Secrets Revealed: Seven Mission Critical Plumbing Tips to Keep Your Family's House Running Smoothly
Since 1946 LJ Brown Plumbing has been providing plumbing services to the North Side of Chicago and the Near North Chicago suburbs. David Bogot, company President, says early winter and the holiday season are especially hard on homes' plumbing. Over the years LJ Brown plumbers have developed a 7 point plumbing safety check that can head off problems before they turn into emergency plumbing calls. - October 14, 2009 - Leonard J. Brown Plumbing, Inc.
Jeff Benton Homes Recognized for Growth in Down Economy
Builder magazine's August 2009 issue recognized Jeff Benton Homes (JBH) for its growth during the current economic downturn. While the 2008 housing market is off by 23.5 percent, JBH had its best month in its 22-year history. Even among the top-200 builders in the country, Jeff Benton was one of the few builders to increase both revenue and closings during that period. - October 14, 2009 - Jeff Benton Homes
Basonas Construction Corp Gives the Browns Companies Building a Facelift
Designed by Paul R. Allen it is a quaint building in the neighborhood of Midtown South. - October 14, 2009 - Basonas Construction Corp
Marketing Magician Returns to Portugal
As a consequence of over fifty people attending his Marketing Magician Business Marketing events last May, UK based Marketing Magician, Stefan Drew, is returning to the Algarve with a series of four new business and marketing workshops tailored for Portuguese based businesses. Run in conjunction... - October 14, 2009 - Stefan Drew Associates
Lexington SC Construction Company Connects Customers with Affordable New Home Builders
In the current economic situation is more important than ever for customers to find affordable new home builders when they are ready to build the home of their dreams. Lexington, South Carolina’s McGuinn Construction Management has honed in on this need and connects customers with home... - October 14, 2009 - Mcguinn Homes
Bowen Family Homes’ Penny Incentives Flying High
Only one month remains for homebuyers looking to capitalize on Bowen Family Homes’ penny incentives during the builders Penny Power Promotion which began on September 9 and concludes on November 8. The promotion is designed for both homebuyers and Realtors. - October 14, 2009 - Bowen Family Homes
On Site Energy Supplies Power to "Tunnel to Towers Run/Walk 2009" for Second Consecutive Year
On Site Energy (OSEC) sets up generators in Brooklyn and Manhattan to supply power along the path that the heroic Firefighter Stephen Siller took from the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the World Trade Center on 9/11, - October 14, 2009 - On Site Energy
USBCI Connects with Homeowners to Provide Answers to Defective Drywall Questions
A discussion panel comprised of 15 top experts which is “Open to the Public” allows homeowners to get their questions answered on defective Chinese drywall, its effects to property values and health concerns. - October 13, 2009 - USBCI
Bowen Family Homes Announces Presales at Three Communities
Bowen Family Homes is pleased to announce that presales are currently underway at the highly sought after communities of Brynfield-Woodvale, Caswell Overlook and Stonehaven Pointe. - October 12, 2009 - Bowen Family Homes
AAA Quality Replacement Windows Offers Virginia-Maryland-Washington, D.C. Areas Home Owners a Method for Reducing Energy Bills: Super Windows
It is predicted that the winter of 2010 is going to be the colds winter on record for the Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC area. Homeowners have been provided a reprieve the last nine years. “But all good things must end. But in this case they don’t have too” states Scott Thompson of AAA Quality Home Improvement, “A super widow can reduce energy bills by up to 50 percent.” - October 12, 2009 - AAA Quality Home Improvement
Holladay Properties Celebrates Major Milestone: Developer Completes 3M Square Feet as It Welcomes 6 New Tenants to Its Park
Holladay Properties is celebrating a major milestone in its history, as it announces the completion of 3,000,000 total square feet of developed space in Northwest Indiana. Despite challenging economic times, the development, design, and construction firm has pushed forward with new... - October 11, 2009 - Holladay Properties
A.R. Mays Construction to Build Arizona's First Cambria Suites Hotel
A.R. Mays Construction, Inc. has been awarded a nearly $10 million contract to build the first Cambria Suites hotel in the Phoenix metro area. - October 11, 2009 - A.R. Mays Construction
Nov 1: Nominate a Nonprofit or Family in Need for DryHome’s “Free Roof for the Holidays” Program
DryHome Roofing and Siding, a Sterling, Va.-based roofing company, continues its tradition of giving. For the 6th year, DryHome is giving a free roof away this holiday season to a Northern Virginia individual, family or nonprofit in need. - October 11, 2009 - DryHome Roofing and Siding
Royal Oaks Building Group Offers $1,500 New Home Discount to Hometown Heroes
Rich Van Tassel, president of Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that the company is offering a $1,500 discount on new homes in Braxton Village, Walnut Creek, Churchill, Southern Oaks and Whetstone West as part of its Hometown Heroes program. Braxton Village is... - October 11, 2009 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
DSI Entertainment Systems Receives Six Electronic Lifestyles Designer Awards from CEDIA
DSI Entertainment Systems, a leading electronic systems contractor for home theater, media rooms, and home automation wins six of CEDIA’s Electronic Lifestyles® Designer Awards, which is considered the most prestigious awards program for the $8 billion residential electronic systems industry. CEDIA (Custom Electronic & Design Installation Association) is the premier trade association of companies that specialize in designing and installing electronic systems for the home. - October 11, 2009 - DSI Entertainment Systems
Thermablok® Welcomes Sprint to the U.S. Department of Energy’s 2009 Solar Decathlon Team
Sprint joins a distinguished roster of corporate benefactors like Tampa-based Thermablok to sponsor this year’s competitors, who represent 20 universities from around the world, all vying to design, construct and operate the most aesthetic, energy-efficient, and self-sustaining solar-powered house. - October 10, 2009 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
fd2s Lands Three New Austin Projects
Austin-based wayfinding and environmental graphic design consultant fd2s, which is best know for its work on mega hospitals around the U.S. and large mixed-use projects in Europe and Asia, has increased its local workload in recent weeks, landing three new Austin-area projects. These new... - October 10, 2009 - fd2s inc.