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Tilt-Up Construction Goes "Green"
Greensleeves LLC, announced today that LJB Inc. and Greensleeves have signed an agreement to develop and market high performance tilt-up buildings that use 35 to 50 percent less energy than conventional buildings. - June 13, 2010 - Greensleeves LLC
Habitat for Humanity and Morris Jenkins Finish Up Their 19th Home
Charlotte, NC – June 10th, 2010 Morris Jenkins has been partnered with Habitat for Humanity for 10 years and has just completed work on their 19th home. Habitat is a great way for Morris Jenkins to add to the community because each house needs an HVAC system and since Morris Jenkins does... - June 12, 2010 - Morris Jenkins
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Its Next Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in New Orleans, Louisiana
The recent CPSC/HUD publication of remediation guidelines and the findings of fact & conclusions of law filed by Judge Fallon are no cause for change to the remediation protocol endorsed by the Building Envelope Institute since October 2009. - June 11, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Atelier Brazilian Hardwood Flooring Now Offered by Stewartfloor
Chicago-based Brazilian hardwood flooring dealer offers new coating line for Brazilian Teak / Cumaru and Brazilian Chestnut / Sucupira / Tiete Chestnut - June 11, 2010 - Stewartfloor
Palatine Oil Company Set to Move Into New Corporate Office Building in Schaumburg
Current POC Headquarters in Palatine, Illinois will soon be relocated to larger commercial space with other Rabine Group companies - June 10, 2010 - Rabine Group
Rose Paving Company Receives Annual Award for Business Excellence
Rose Paving has been honored with an Annual Award for Business Excellence (AABE) in the mid-sized company category. Twenty-two companies, organizations, and agencies were honored at an awards ceremony on March 18 hosted by The Business Ledger. The AABE’s, given for business achievement,... - June 04, 2010 - Rose Paving Company
Lewisville Slab Leak Experts, C & W Plumbing, Offers Slab Leak Detection and Advice
Lewisville Plumbing Company C & W Plumbing offers slab leak detection for all of Dallas and the surrounding areas. “A slab leak can be very costly to homeowners. A leak in the slab is caused by plumbing pipes deteriorating under the foundation of your home,” says the Lewisville... - June 03, 2010 - C & W Plumbing
Charlotte Plumbing Company, Ben Franklin Plumbing Offers Information Online
Charlotte Plumbing Company Ben Franklin Plumbing has launched an online initiative designed to ensure that information, tips and resources are readily available for families and businesses on leaks, water heaters, drain cleaning and other plumbing tips. With the launch of their new site, the... - June 03, 2010 - Dan King Services
Nottingham Central Heating Firm Midlands Gas Installations Says "Look After Your Boiler..."
A recent survey by Nottingham Central Heating Installation firm Midlands Gas Installations found that many people failed to look after their central heating with only 60% of people remembering to get an annual boiler service. - June 03, 2010 - Midlands Gas Installations
Five Star Painting Expands Into Oakland County, Michigan with a New Franchise
Five Star Painting, one of the fastest-growing painting franchise companies, is happy to announce a new member of their team, King Dominguez. - June 02, 2010 - Five Star Painting
Trans Energy Systems New-Look Website
Trans Energy Systems have updated their website with a new look/new feel and an easier navigation panel. They are pleased to have information about their projects that have been completed with videos and presentations. This will enable viewers to see the quality preparation that takes place from... - June 01, 2010 - Trans Energy Systems
Mineta San José International Airport Completes Solar Energy System with Canadian Solar PV Modules and Rosendin Electric Team
1.12 Megawatt Installation to Power 20 Percent of the New SJC Rental Car Garage’s Lighting Load with Clean Solar Energy. - May 30, 2010 - Rosendin Electric
Hamstra, Greensleeves' CTO, Named Thought Leader in Energy
Stephen Hamstra, CTO of Greensleeves LLC, was named a 2010 Thought Leader in Energy by West Michigan Business Review, a weekly business to business news organization. The selection was based upon his impact in alternative energy in West Michigan which represented forward-thinking action and... - May 29, 2010 - Greensleeves LLC
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in New Orleans, Louisiana
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has held training seminars on Defective Drywall throughout Florida since October 2009; now the institute is going to New Orleans to provide qualified individuals training to perform inspections and remediation on structures with Chinese "Defective" Drywall. - May 27, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Rabine Group Purchases Corporate Office Building in Schaumburg
Current Rabine Group Headquarters in Richmond, Illinois will soon be relocated to larger, more business-friendly commercial space - May 27, 2010 - Rabine Group
Rocksolid Stone Works Completes Major Expansion Projects at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
Rocksolid Stone Works and Wood Dimensions Inc. Completes Major Interior Design, Fabrication, and Installation for New Airport Concourse. - May 27, 2010 - Rocksolid Surfaces
Charlotte Plumbing & Air Conditioning Company, Dan King Services, Proves Their Customer Satisfaction Strategy Works
According to experts at Dan King Services, their Charlotte plumbing and Charlotte Air Conditioning clients continue to use their services all year round because of their customer satisfaction. Most of all, their Charlotte Plumbing Company, Ben Franklin Plumbing and their Charlotte Air Conditioning... - May 26, 2010 - Dan King Services
Metro Custom is Keeping Customers in Touch with Crestron Apps for iTouch and iPad and iPhones
Crestron system can incorporate their home audio and video system distribution. They can also have it designed so that their home HVAC, Security, Lighting and Energy conservation is also built into their system. - May 26, 2010 - Metro Custom Installations, Inc
Portland Plumber with a Golden Heart - Portland Plumbing Plus LLC
"One For One Bonus" Another Noble Gesture from Portland Plumbing Plus - May 26, 2010 - Portland Plumbing Plus LLC
Home-Tech Goes High-Tech for Service Calls
New system for assigning and completing service work orders make technicians more efficient. - May 26, 2010 - Home-Tech
Avoid Landslides: Get a Home Foundation Inspection
Foundation Contractor Julian Construction Advises Homeowners in Potential Landslide Areas to Get Foundation Inspected - May 23, 2010 - Julian Construction
Home Foundation Contractor Gives No-Cost Foundation Inspections
Julian Construction Does Home Foundations Inspections at No Charge to Check for Damage Due to Fires, Heavy Rains, & Earthquakes. - May 23, 2010 - Julian Construction
Rosendin Electric Names Two New Managers to Expand Commercial Construction Management Team
Kennedy promoted to Preconstruction Manager and Ruffner hired as Business Development Manager. - May 22, 2010 - Rosendin Electric
Nationwide Platforms Reveals the Secrets of Cinema
With the new Robin Hood film just out in cinemas, Nationwide Platforms can now show you how an overcast day in Virginia Water, Surrey, was transformed into a bright, sunny day in France.! Nationwide Platforms, part of Lavendon Access Services, provided an articulated boom lift for the exact... - May 21, 2010 - Nationwide Platforms
Walking Initiative Gets "Start!" with Help of Home-Tech, Customers
American Heart Association National Start! Walking Day Receives “Charity of the Month” Donation. - May 21, 2010 - Home-Tech
CJ Computer Services Expands Into Cartersville, Bringing Business Solutions, a Full Service Storefront and Community Involvement
The doctor will see you now but, this isn't a sterile room for a medical doctor. These trained professionals are equipped to diagnose the most complicated of maladies concerning that little (or big) bundle of joy--wires and circuit boards included. - May 19, 2010 - CJ Computer Services LLC
New Ways Oregon Residents Are Managing Economic MeltDown
How Portland Plumbing Plus LLC is Helping Oregon Customers Save on Plumbing Costs - May 15, 2010 - Portland Plumbing Plus LLC
Rocksolid Stone Works Introduces New Silestone Quartz Product Line
Premier Countertop Manufacturer of Granite, Quartz, and Natural Stone Adds Another Stone Choice to their Extensive Product Offerings. - May 15, 2010 - Rocksolid Surfaces
Geo-Logical CEO, Chad Dudeck, Named Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year® 2010 Award Finalist in Florida
Dudeck, an award-winning entrepreneur, has spent five years building a successful Inc. 500|5000 company, and now, in the spirit of giving back, he is committed to raising $1 million for charity this year. - May 14, 2010 - Geo-Logical, Inc.
Local Lewisville Air Conditioning and Heating Company Southern Comfort Mechanical Gives Back
Lewisville HVAC Company, Southern Comfort Mechanical, cares about the local community and they showed that care recently by donating time and expertise to Pedi Place, a local Lewisville non-profit medical office for children. Southern Comfort Mechanical maintains the Pedi Place heating and air... - May 13, 2010 - SCMDFWAIR
Air Conditioning System Clean and Check a Vital Summer Preparation Step
Homeowners everywhere would be wise to include an annual air conditioning system check and cleaning in their pre-summer plans, such as those performed by Southwest Florida air conditioning and appliance leader Home-Tech. Proper maintenance can generally make air conditioning systems 15 to 20 percent more efficient to run and add three to five years to its life. - May 13, 2010 - Home-Tech
Pexheat.com Announces a New Tubing Unwinder
Light, Durable and Inexpensive, the New Fireman Commander Unwinder will be your choice for tubing uncoiling. - May 13, 2010 - Pexheat.com
Coastal Insulation Corp.’s Appearance on Construction Intervention Scheduled to Air on May, 14 2010
Coastal Insulation Corp., one of the nation’s largest independent insulation contractors, will appear on episode 5 of the Discovery Channel’s Construction Intervention, scheduled to air on May 14, 2010. - May 09, 2010 - Coastal Insulation Corp
Portland Plumbers Giving Back to Oregon Society
Is Portland Plumbing Plus Changing the Way Oregon Plumb? - May 09, 2010 - Portland Plumbing Plus LLC
Ronald McDonald House Benefits from Home-Tech Sponsorship and Customer Purchases
Non-profit organization selected as “Charity of the Month” - May 08, 2010 - Home-Tech
Reliant Plumbing Launches New Website
Reliant Plumbing of Tigard, OR has launched their new website and kicked off a campaign to demonstrate their value to Portland area plumbing customers. - May 08, 2010 - Reliant Plumbing
Beekman Tower Hotel Local, Law 11/98 Project Started by Basonas Construction Corp.
"The challenge," says Michael Brion, President of Basonas Construction Corp., "is performing this type of work involving heavy staging, demolition and labor/ material logistics at a highly visible and occupied hotel complex on time constrains." - May 07, 2010 - Basonas Construction Corp
Skatepark Construction Complete in Gainesville, Florida
Spohn Ranch’s new 18,000 sq ft. concrete skatepark becomes a valuable addition to Gainesville, Florida’s Possum Creek Park - May 07, 2010 - Spohn Ranch Skateparks
Landscape Escapes, LLC Participates in “GreenCare for Troops” to Support Local Military Families
Landscape Escapes, LLC is participating in “GreenCare for Troops in Keller, TX. “GreenCare for Troops” is a nationwide outreach program initiated by Project EverGreen that connects participating local lawn and landscape firms with families of the men and women away from home... - May 06, 2010 - Landscape Escapes LLC
J&S Carpentry and Construction, a Boston-Area Contractor, Announcing "Aging in Place" and Handicap Accessibility Renovations
J&S Carpentry and Construction (http://www.js-carpentry.com), a Boston-area contracting company that provides professional home remodeling and commercial building services, is pleased to announce that it offers “Aging in Place” home renovations. Aging in Place is a term that refers... - May 03, 2010 - J&S Carpentry and Construction, Inc.
ProTen Services Take Radon Tee to Meet VIP
Radon Tee UK made a guest appearance at a recent awards dinner and was photographed with comedian Alun Cochrane. - May 01, 2010 - ProTen Services
ProTen Services Shortlisted for Environment Award
Property preservation and environmental specialists, ProTen Services were delighted to be shortlisted for a prestigious environmental award. - May 01, 2010 - ProTen Services
Rabine Paving America to Sponsor National Real Estate Engineering, Management Conferences
Chicagoland-based Rabine Paving America will meet with national property managers at the Jones Lang LaSalle events to promote their sustainable, innovative and first cost competitive asphalt and concrete paving options - April 30, 2010 - Rabine Group
Five Star Painting Expands Into Fairfield County, CT with a New Franchise
Five Star Painting, one of the fastest-growing painting franchise companies, is happy to announce a new member of their team, Paul Polese. He recently purchased a new franchise covering cities in Fairfield County, Connecticut. Polese is excited about all of the possibilities available with Five... - April 30, 2010 - Five Star Painting
Atlanta Roofing Service Announces - Stockbridge, GA New Roof Showroom Now Open
Atlanta Roofing Service announces the opening of Atlanta's first and only Roofing Showroom in GA. Atlanta Roofing Service Roofing Showroom is now open in Stockbridge, Georgia. - April 29, 2010 - Atlanta Roofing Service
National Hurricane Center Director Bill Read and Hurricane Hunters to Be Featured Speakers at IHPA Hurricane Season 2010 Kick Off Event
The International Hurricane Protection Association (IHPA), has announced that its Hurricane Season 2010 Kick Off Event will take place May 21, 2010 at Shula's Hotel and Golf Club. - April 29, 2010 - International Hurricane Protection Association
Coastal Insulation Corp. To Appear on Discovery Channel’s "Construction Intervention"
The fiberglass division of Coastal Insulation Corp., one of the nation’s largest independent insulation contractors, will appear on an upcoming episode of “Construction Intervention” on the Discovery Channel. - April 24, 2010 - Coastal Insulation Corp
Moorestown NJ Painting Contractor, Painting Solutions Inc., Trained in New EPA Lead Paint Standards
In compliance with April 2010 new lead paint regulations, Painting Solutions Inc., a leading South Jersey painting company, has undergone certification training for safely handling lead paint in clients’ homes. - April 23, 2010 - Painting Solutions, Inc.
Country & Town Maintenance Business Flourishes in Times of Recession
Country & Town Maintenance is one of the best plumbing and electrical service providers in Manchester City Centre, Greater Manchester, Altrincham and Cheshire. CTM can help you solve problems which include water tank replacement, house rewiring, etc. The specialized teams are capable of providing excellent plumbing and electrical services for both domestic and commercial properties. - April 22, 2010 - Country and Town Maintenance
J&S Carpentry and Construction Certified to Comply with New EPA Rule on Renovation, Repair and Painting
J&S Carpentry and Construction (http://www.js-carpentry.com), a Boston-area contractor that provides professional home remodeling and commercial building services, is pleased to announce that it has been certified to comply with the new EPA Rule on Renovation, Repair and Painting. This measure,... - April 22, 2010 - J&S Carpentry and Construction, Inc.