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BESI’s Training for Defective (Chinese) Drywall is Now a Registered Course for Recertification (RC) Credits with ACAC
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s received recertification credits (RCs) from the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for its National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America being held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on October 26-27, 2010. - September 30, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
TRS, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Sparkle Wash of Denver, LLC.
Bill Platts, President and Chief Executive Officer of TRS, Inc., one of the largest cooling tower company’s in the Denver/metro region, today announced the acquisition of Sparkle Wash of Denver, LLC. The acquisition significantly increases the size of TRS, Inc.’s pressure washing... - September 29, 2010 - TRS,Inc.
PBS Series ‘For Your Home’ Selects Top Charlotte Plumbers
One of the experts chosen to appear in several upcoming episodes of ‘For Your Home’ is Chris Vigna of Charlotte's All About the Pipes Plumbing, Inc. - September 29, 2010 - Charlotte's All About the Pipes Plumbing, Inc.
Dan-Wood Energy-Efficient Houses Use FlexiDry
Budimex Danwood Ltd is a major European consortium which specialises in the design, factory pre-fabrication and on-site construction of exceptionally high quality and energy-efficient timber frame houses to a fixed-price, guaranteed timetable of just eight to ten weeks. - September 29, 2010 - FlexiDry Global Limited
Julian Construction Helps Energy-Conscious Homeowners & Businesses Qualify for CA Solar Rebates
Company Offers Solar System Installation Services for Customers of Investor-Owned Utilities - September 26, 2010 - Julian Construction
Julian Construction Offers Foundation Underpinning Services
Foundation Repair Process Strengthens and Stabilizes Foundations - September 26, 2010 - Julian Construction
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
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
FlexiDry at the New Westfield Shopping Centre in Stratford
FlexiDry fast drying floor screed is being installed at the Westfield Shopping Centre next to the Olympic Park in Stratford. - September 23, 2010 - FlexiDry Global Limited
March of Dimes Benefits from Being Home-Tech "Charity of the Month"
Home-Tech and its customers donated $1,250 to the March of Dimes in August as part of its Charity of the Month program. This program donates a portion of the price of each new air conditioning unit purchased to a designated charity each month, in customers’ names. “We applaud... - September 23, 2010 - Home-Tech
Replacement Floor for the Sacred Heart Church in Wimbledon Using FlexiDry Fast Drying Screed
Work to replace the sunken floor at the Sacred Heart Church commenced in April this year with a total of almost a million pounds being spent on the church renovation. - September 20, 2010 - FlexiDry Global Limited
Peabody Orlando Expansion Unveils Sept. 23
Glazing Consultants International, LLC (GCI), provided building envelope consulting services for Peabody Orlando’s $450 million dollar expansion scheduled to be unveiled Sept. 23, 2010. The hotel will now feature over 200,000 square-feet of meeting space, a tower with 750 new guest rooms and... - September 20, 2010 - GCI Consultants, LLC
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
Rabine Group Begins Construction of their Pavement
The parking lot at the Rabine Group Schaumburg headquarters will display all of the different pavement designs that Rabine Paving offers. - September 19, 2010 - Rabine Group
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
Another Milestone in the IHPA’s "Get the Number Campaign" Helping Consumers Make the Right Choices in Hurricane Protection Products
“Attorney General Bill McCollum today issued a consumer advisory warning Floridians about window film companies that have sold or are selling products to residential homeowners as “hurricane protection.” - September 16, 2010 - International Hurricane Protection Association
Five Star Painting: The Five Star C.A.R.E.S. Project
Five Star Painting, Inc. is giving individuals the opportunity to alter the face of their town in the best way possible. The Five Star C.A.R.E.S. (Cleanup and Repair Event Service) project will congregate community assistance and awareness for the rampant graffiti problems in North America today. - September 16, 2010 - Five Star Painting
Mayhew to Receive Prestigious ARIDO Award for CTV Olympic Digital Lounge
In September, the Association of Registered Interior Designers of Ontario (ARIDO) will present Mayhew, a Toronto company that focuses on workplace ingenuity, with a prestigious interior design award for their outstanding work on the CTV Olympic Digital Lounge. This contemporary and flexible lounge... - September 12, 2010 - Mayhew
Albion Sections Supply for Nike World Cup ‘Ballman’
Custom cold roll forming manufacturer Albion Sections based in West Bromwich has supplied C-section for leading sportswear brand Nike in World Cup project dubbed ‘Ballman’ in the Carlton Shopping Centre in Johannesburg. Leicester based Ratcliffe Fowler Design developed the Ballman... - September 12, 2010 - Albion Sections Ltd
Bespoke Architectural Dog Runs Take Shape
Work is being completed on the Raystede Animal Centre in Lewes, East Sussex. The project features two elements; a traditional portal frame structure accommodating a new equine centre and bespoke architectural dog runs. The £2 million lottery funded extension to the specialist animal welfare... - September 12, 2010 - Albion Sections Ltd
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
SCS Hardwood Floors is Getting Ready to Launch Their New Interactive Web Site
SCS Hardwood Floors is excited about the launch of their new web site which will include an online store so that SCS will now be able to offer hardwood flooring to customers throughout the United States and International markets. - September 11, 2010 - SCS Hardwood Floors Inc.
BESI Holds Its First Annual Conference, Training Seminar & Exhibition on Defective “Chinese” Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has held training seminars on Defective Drywall throughout Florida and in New Orleans. The institute reached a milestone, just nine months after being launched, it surpassed 100 certified members with nearly half being dual certified - the institute is experiencing remarkable growth. - September 04, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Julian Construction Says Prevention is Best Solution for Concrete Slab Failure
Slab replacement and extensive slab repairs can be costly. Regularly inspecting foundations for cracks, sinking or other damage is the best way to prevent concrete slab failure. - September 02, 2010 - Julian Construction
Columbus Ohio's Basement Doctor Leads High School Football Themed Food Drive
Only a few hours until the first game, an amazing 1,200 cans of food had already been collected for the Mid Ohio Foodbank. - September 02, 2010 - The Basement Doctor
Trace Basement Systems Become ADD Waterproofing Licensed Installers
Trace Basement Systems have become Licensed Installers of the unique ADD Waterproofing system, which offers combined waterproofing and radon gas control for properties with basements and cellars - September 02, 2010 - ADD Waterproofing
BioBased Technologies Certified as Woman-Owned Business
BioBased Technologies® has been certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council as a Women’s Business Enterprise. - September 01, 2010 - BioBased Insulation
Deck the Halls, Five Star Painting, Inc. Style
Five Star Painting Now Offers Decorative Holiday Services - September 01, 2010 - Five Star Painting
Central Coast Roofing Company Holding 15th Annual Open House Products Fair
Scudder Roofing will hold their 15th annual Educational Open House & Products Fair on September 11th, 2010 from10am to 4pm. Energy-efficient roofing options, new roofing technologies, solar energy and free seminars for the public from Monterey’s StepUp2Green organization and Scudder’s Solar Energy Systems division. - August 29, 2010 - Scudder Roofing
Home-Tech Donates Bears to R.O.C.K. Camp Kids
Stuffed teddy bears dressed like cowboys were donated to children attending the American Cancer Society’s Reaching Out to Cancer Kids (R.O.C.K.) camp at Camp Boggy Creek earlier this month. The bears were originally purchased for the 2010 Cattle Baron’s Ball by Home-Tech, the... - August 26, 2010 - Home-Tech
PACE Center for Girls Receives Donation from Home-Tech, Customers
Southwest Florida air-conditioning and appliance sales and service leader Home-Tech donated $1,157 in the names of its July customers to the PACE Center for Girls as part of the company’s Charity of the Month program. - August 26, 2010 - Home-Tech
ROR Fencing Contractors Launches New Website, Showcasing Fencing Services in Surrey Area
ROR Fencing, a leading fencing contractor in Surrey and the surrounding areas, has recently launched a new website to showcase its fencing service offerings. - August 26, 2010 - ROR Fencing
Pexheat.com is Proud to Announce the Release of the New WarmWire Heating Kits
Electric radiant floor heating installation just got even easier. - August 25, 2010 - Pexheat.com
Energy Performance Specialists Selected by the City of Port Washington as Approved Energy Efficient Lighting Contractor for Federal Stimulus Project
Energy Performance Specialists announced today it has been named an approved energy efficient lighting contractor for the City of Port Washington. This selection is part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) funds for energy efficiency programs. The grant the City of Port... - August 22, 2010 - Energy Performance Specialists
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
LocalConstructionPros.com Announces Free Construction Contractor Websites to Cut Marketing Costs
Many construction contractors either have out-of-date websites that they cannot update or no company website at all. The directory LocalConstructionPros.com is offering residential contractors a free website builder. The site builder is specific to the construction industry and it's users. Building... - August 20, 2010 - LocalConstructionPros.com
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.
Flame Heating, Cooling and Electrical Now Offering Emergency Service
Calls will be taken 24/7. - August 19, 2010 - Flame Heating, Cooling & Electrical
Amechi Fence Co. Announces Guaranteed Lowest Prices on Quality South Jersey Fences for Sale
Amechi Fence Co., a leading fence company headquartered in Turnersville, NJ with an additional location in Marlton, NJ, guarantees the lowest prices on its wide selection of aluminum fences, PVC-vinyl fencing, cedar wood fences & chain link fences. - August 18, 2010 - Amechi Fence Co
Ohio Seniors Will Get Helpful Tips About Their Personal Safety at This Seminar Hosted by Barrier Free Remodeling, a Division of the Basement Doctor
Seniors, are you worried about your personal safety? If so then you need to see this great expert sponsored by The Basement Doctor. Rabbi Cary Kozberg, is a Director of Spiritual life at Wexner Heritage Village since 1989. As a physical fitness enthusiast, he is no stranger to the fact that all... - August 13, 2010 - The Basement Doctor
Barrier Free Remodeling from The Basement Doctor Presents Central Ohio's Premier Mobility Expert at 10TV Health & Fitness Expo
Barrier Free Remodeling from The Basement Doctor can help with mobility issues in the whole home. - August 13, 2010 - The Basement Doctor
Hurricane Protection Event in New Orleans August 19th & 20th
The International Hurricane Protection Association will conduct its August Meeting with CEU Seminars, Panel Discussions, Tabletop Displays and Reception at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. - August 11, 2010 - International Hurricane Protection Association
Former AVX Team Joins Allied Home Technologies
Allied Home Technologies, a Nashville-based provider of technology and services such as a/v, home theater, automation and security systems, is pleased to announce that the employee team previously comprising the Nashville office of Audio-Video Excellence (AVX) is now a part of Allied. AVX, based... - August 11, 2010 - Allied Home Technologies
SCS Hardwood Floors Can Now Re-Coat Hardwood Floors Without Sanding
Can hardwood floors be cleaned and re-coated without sanding? SCS Hardwood Floors says that they can. - August 09, 2010 - SCS Hardwood Floors Inc.
Brady Expands North Carolina Workforce
Brady (www.bradyservices.com), a company that provides energy systems and comprehensive building solutions for commercial and industrial facilities across North Carolina, announces today the expansion of the company’s workforce by nearly five percent in 2010. Brady has created 14 new... - August 07, 2010 - Brady
Polyglass® USA Opens Its Corporate Headquarters
Polyglass USA, a leading manufacturer in the commercial and residential roofing industry, opened its corporate headquarters in Deerfield Beach, FL effective July 30, 2010. The move brings together key functional areas of the business in one location for the first time. The new building will also... - August 06, 2010 - Polyglass USA, Inc.
Rabine Group Foundation Holds Annual Charitable Golf Outing
Rabine Group’s non-profit organization hosts 2nd Annual Rabine Group Foundation Golf Outing fundraiser at Ivanhoe Club. - August 06, 2010 - Rabine Group
RAMSCO Announces Acquisition of Jones Water Supply, a Binghamton Based Company
Rexford Albany Municipal Supply Co., Inc. (RAMSCO) (www.ramsco.com), a leading provider of quality water, sanitary and storm sewer materials, announced that it has acquired the Binghamton based company, Jones Water Supply Inc. Jones Water Supply is a recognized leading supplier to the water and... - August 04, 2010 - Rexford Albany Municipal Supply Co., Inc. (RAMSCO)
Pexheat.com Announces a Graphite Heat Transfer Plate
Superior Performance, Easy to Install, the New Watts Radiant FlexPlate heat transfer plate will be in most new homes. - July 31, 2010 - Pexheat.com
Muros Launches Innovative Decorative Wall Panel Designs
International decorative wall panel specialist, Muros International, today released four new wall paneling designs. The new decorative panels include stone and rock and the company's first contemporary styles in weave and polished concrete. Muros International now offers a range including over 60 innovative wall panelling designs. - July 30, 2010 - Muros International - Decorative Wall Panels