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Paint Contractor Takes Bold Brush of Green to Business
Eco G Painters makes the move to eco-friendly paints in San Diego, CA. - January 22, 2009 - Eco G Painters
Weisman Roofing Debuts Roof Management Preventive Maintenance Program
Under the new Weisman Roof Management program building owners and managers can avoid unnecessary repair and replacement costs by gaining up-to-date information on their commercial roofing systems through regular inspection and maintenance. - January 22, 2009 - M. Weisman Roofing Co. Inc.
DAVACO Promotes Don Williams to Vice President of Retail Operations. Focuses on Unique Retail Needs of National Apparel Retail Brands.
DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that Don Williams was recently promoted to the position of vice president of retail operations. In this role, he will be responsible for overseeing retail client teams servicing apparel brands, which... - January 21, 2009 - DAVACO, Inc.
DAVACO Promotes Tiffany Stringfellow to Vice President of Human Resources
DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the national leading provider of retail services, recently announced that Tiffany Stringfellow has been named vice president of human resources. In this role, she is responsible for all human resources functions, including recruiting, benefit and insurance... - January 21, 2009 - DAVACO, Inc.
DAVACO Promotes Tom Sacco to Vice President of Restaurant Operations
DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail and restaurant services, recently named Tom Sacco as vice president of the company's restaurant operations. In this role, Sacco will lead the expansion of DAVACO's restaurant business and oversee the team's execution of remodel, re-image, new... - January 21, 2009 - DAVACO, Inc.
DAVACO Promotes John Rodarte to Director of Field Operations
DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that John Rodarte has been promoted to director of field operations. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the management and development of field personnel, including job... - January 21, 2009 - DAVACO, Inc.
DAVACO Participates in SPECS 2009. Leading Retail Services Provider Invites Retailers to Visit Booth #1710
DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that the company will be attending SPECS 2009 - Building a Solid Foundation, on February 22-25, 2009 in Kissimmee, Florida, at the Gaylord Palms Resort. SPECS, which stands for Store Planning,... - January 21, 2009 - DAVACO, Inc.
Newest Technology in Leak Detection and Repair Provides Fast, Efficient, Non-Destructive Results
American Leak Detection in Dallas/Fort Worth Specialists Trained on ACE DuraFlo ePIPE system. - January 18, 2009 - American Leak Detection
Ohio Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine’s New Facility Promotes a Healthy Environment by Using Clean, Sustainable Geothermal Energy Provided by Greensleeves
Ohio Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, Inc. will be utilize a state-of-the-art geothermal heating and air conditioning system in their new 23,000 sq. ft. facility in Findlay, Ohio. The system will be provided by Greensleeves, LLC of Findlay, Ohio. - January 15, 2009 - Greensleeves LLC
RCC Solar Wins Prestigious 'Intelegant' Award
RCC Solar announced today that they are the proud recipient of the prestigious Sunpower™ Intelegant Award, a semiannual honor given to one solar installation company on the basis of aesthetic design, quality, and performance. Dealers from around the country submitted applications with their... - January 15, 2009 - RCC Solar
PaintInsulation.com Launches New Innovative Products that Insulates While Painting to Lower Utility bills
A new innovative product is now available to help you insulate while you paint. There is also a 2009 tax credit available and this product can help you save on utility bills while also helping to save our countries precious resources. - January 15, 2009 - Paintinsulation.com
Denver Heating Contractor Earns Coveted Angie's List Super Service Award for Second Year
Builder's Heating and Air Conditioning has earned Angie's List Super Service Award which reflects company's consistently high level of customer service for second year in a row. Company has provided this level of service for 59 years. - January 13, 2009 - Builder's Heating & Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning and Heating System Give Away for Needy Arizona Family
Magic Touch Mechanical, Inc. an Air Conditioning, Heating, and Indoor Air Quality Contractor based in Mesa, Arizona donates a free HVAC System to a needy Arizona family. - January 09, 2009 - Magic Touch Mechanical, Inc.
Atlanta-Based General Contractor Starnes Oswalt Receives National Green Accreditation
Starnes Oswalt Retail Services, Inc. of Atlanta, GA and Tucson, AZ has announced that C. Lee Oswalt, partner and President, recently earned the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional (AP) status in Building and Design from the U.S. Green Building Council. LEED... - January 09, 2009 - Starnes Oswalt Retail Services
MorningStar Restoration Completes 920 Jobs in First Year of Work, Largely in Hurricane Reconstruction
Company opens three offices this year--two in Texas, one in Atlanta--and announces recent contract, new promotion - January 08, 2009 - MorningStar Restoration
Faux Finishing Helps Homeowners in Sour Economic Conditions
Because of volatile economic and housing market conditions, homeowners are keeping homes longer, resulting in a boom in remodeling. Faux finishing can save homeowners thousands of dollars by refinishing/glazing cabinets rather than replacing them. - January 08, 2009 - Faux & More Wall Decor
Five Star Franchisee Expands Into Columbus, Ohio
Ross Gill has purchased the Columbus, Ohio market and will be working closely with Tom Hodgson, Five Star’s COO of East Coast operations. - January 04, 2009 - Five Star Painting
Jim Eichel of Accent Construction Named Impact Leader
Accent Construction, a Triangle-based full service commercial general contractor, has announced that CEO Jim Eichel has been named a Real Estate Impact Leader by Business Leader magazine. Business Leader showcases businesses and individuals who are recognized as leaders in their industry. Eichel... - December 19, 2008 - Accent Construction
USA Insulation of Ohio Expands with a Location Serving the Akron-Canton Area
The company is currently providing professional home insulation throughout the entire state of Ohio as well as regions of Pennsylvania. - December 18, 2008 - USA Insulation
Austin Firm Teams Up with Graffiti Artists to Convert Old Filing Cabinets Into Gleaming New Sidewalk Planters
Finds a noble new role for neglected office equipment - December 17, 2008 - MINIMIS
The Basement Doctor Helps the Mid-Ohio Foodbank
'The Basement Doctor' J&D Basement Systems is working with the Mid-Ohio Foodbank by utilizing their Home Improvement Center in Reynoldsburg Ohio as a collection point for non-perishable food donations. - December 15, 2008 - The Basement Doctor
Five Star Painting Expands Into Charleston, SC Area with a New Franchisee
Bryan Buzon purchases his first Five Star franchise in the Charleston, South Carolina area. - December 14, 2008 - Five Star Painting
Five Star Franchisee Expands Into Ogden, UT Area
Steve Kennett, owner of a successful franchise in Edmonton East, purchases Ogden, Utah area. - December 14, 2008 - Five Star Painting
Specialist Masonry and Plastering Craftsmen Restore Elizabethan Manor House
Specialist contractor Linford-Bridgeman has completed important restoration work on Canons Ashby House in Northamptonshire. The Elizabethan manor house near Daventry, which has survived virtually unaltered since 1710, is owned by the National Trust. The repair and restoration project has involved... - December 14, 2008 - Linford-Bridgeman
Top Award Given for Restoration of Ace Pilot’s Columbus Home
The Durable Restoration Company receives a Preservation Merit Award for its work on Eddie Rickenbacker’s childhood home. - December 04, 2008 - The Durable Group
Walls Painting, Inc. Becomes a PDCA Accredited Company
Walls Painting, Inc. has successfully earned PDCA Accreditation by completing all the necessary courses and submitting the appropriate business documents. Contractor College would like to congratulate Walls Painting, Inc. on this outstanding achievement. - November 27, 2008 - Walls Painting, Inc.
AllAroundHomeRemodeling.com Offers Holiday Season Home Remodeling at a Discount
AllAroundHomeRemodeling.com is offering its construction network at a discount during the Holiday Season. Why bring stress into your holidays trying to select a quality and reliable contractor for your holiday home improvement needs. Schedule you home improvement project before December 31, 2008 to receive your discount. - November 26, 2008 - All Around Home Remodeling
R. Baker & Son All Industrial Services Makes Quick Work of Fast Food Project
R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services, an expert rigging, machinery moving and equipment relocation contractor recently completed the rigging of two modular boxes for a Checkers in Staten Island, NY. The scope of work for the project consisted of rigging two modular units that would make up a... - November 22, 2008 - R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services
R. Baker & Son Completes Critical Installation of Generator for Private Client
R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services, an expert rigging, machinery moving and equipment relocation contractor recently completed the rigging and rough setting of a 4,000 lb backup generator for a private client in New Jersey. R. Baker & Son All Industrial Services (R. Baker & Son) was... - November 22, 2008 - R. Baker and Son All Industrial Services
DAVACO Names Brad Adams as Director of Accounting
DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that Brad Adams has been promoted to director of accounting. In this role, Adams is responsible for leading DAVACO’s project office and accounts payable departments, as well as overseeing... - November 21, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
DAVACO Names Geneva Jackson as Director of Tax
DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that Geneva Jackson has been promoted to director of tax. In this role, Jackson is responsible for overseeing compliance of all Federal and state tax regulations, managing all tax reports and... - November 21, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
DAVACO Offers Outsourcing Solutions for Retail Clients. Brands Streamline Operating Costs and Resources with Retail Services Provider.
DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the national leading provider of retail services, recently announced that the company’s retail clients continue to outsource in-store programs as a way to gain valuable savings and efficiencies in the management and execution of high-volume store and... - November 21, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
RotorMatic Sewer and Drain Cleaning Service Announces Pipe Thawing Services in the Albany Area
RotorMatic Sewer and Drain Cleaning Service, a leading provider of plumbing services in the Capital District, announces winter pipe thawing services. - November 21, 2008 - RotorMatic Sewer and Drain Cleaning Service
Amore St. Ives Joins Jackson Design & Remodeling Team: Inspired by World Travels and Organic Design, St. Ives is Great Addition to Award-Winning International Design Team
Jackson Design & Remodeling, winner of the 2007 BBB Torch Award for Business Ethics, today announced the addition of Amore St. Ives as Senior Designer. St. Ives joins the company’s award-winning international design team, including senior designers Tatiana Machado-Rosas, originally from... - November 20, 2008 - Jackson Design & Remodeling
Carolina Custom Fences Goes Direct in Aluminum Fencing
Carolina Custom Fences buys aluminum fence materials direct from the manufacturer. Without a middle man involved, the savings are passed on to the customer. - November 20, 2008 - Carolina Custom Fences LLC
Dallas/Fort Worth Company Set to Assist Public Pools with Virginia Graeme Pool and Spa Safety Act Compliance
New law requires all public pools to have an anti-vortex drain cover to prevent tragedies. - November 15, 2008 - American Leak Detection
Wear-Dated® Explores Home Design, Color
In home design, color plays a major role, offering depth, dimension and even luxury to any décor. Wear-Dated carpet fiber provides homeowners with a wealth of ways to explore the rich benefits of color, from its Field Guide to Color 2008 Color Folio to the Wear-Dated Web site’s... - November 14, 2008 - Wear-Dated
Universal Wrecking Corp. Completes Demolition of Concrete Aggregate Plant
Universal Wrecking Corp., a premier demolition, scrap metal recycling and wrecking contractor that operates on a nationwide basis, recently completed the demolition of a concrete aggregate plant in Hazelton, PA. The property needed to be razed in order to make way for redevelopment. The client... - November 11, 2008 - Universal Wrecking Corp
Accent Construction Certified as Women's Business Enterprise
Accent Construction, a Triangle-based full service commercial general contractor, has announced that the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), Southeast Region has certified them as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE). The certification verifies that a business is at least 51%... - November 09, 2008 - Accent Construction
Surface Consulting Team Member Receives ArcusStone Certification
Project Manager, Adam Sandifer says, “I found the ArcusStone class very educational and I would suggest using the ArcusStone line of products over conventional stucco to anyone willing to listen.” - November 07, 2008 - Surface Consulting
DAVACO Retail Services Receives 2008 Momentum Award. Dallas Regional Chamber Recognizes Company for Nationwide Employee Growth
DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that the company received a 2008 Momentum Award by the Dallas Regional Chamber (www.dallaschamber.org). The annual award, which is given in multiple categories, recognizes Dallas-based businesses... - November 06, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
Five Star Painting Named Top 50 Franchises for Minorities
Five Star Painting, the fastest and second largest painting franchise company in North America, has recently been named one of the Top 50 Franchises for Minorities by the National Minority Franchising Initiative (NMFI). This honor will be recognized in the November 7th issue of USA Today - Franchising Today. - November 05, 2008 - Five Star Painting
Nationwide Platforms – Strength Through Unity
The merger between Nationwide Access and The Platform Company is now complete and the new combined company, Nationwide Platforms, was officially launched on the 3rd November. Part of Lavendon Group PLC, the new entity is the UK’s largest powered access rental company with a fleet of in... - November 03, 2008 - Nationwide Platforms
Local Glass Technician Competes for National Championship
Kent Gines, a glass service technician for Glass Doctor of St. George, competed in the American Master Installer Auto Glass Championship held Oct. 6-7 in Las Vegas, Nev., in conjunction with the GlassBuild America trade show. - November 01, 2008 - Glass Doctor
DAVACO’S "KOZ for the Cure" Prepares for Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk. Employee Team Raises Funds to Participate in 60-Mile Walk.
DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that the company’s employee team, known as DAVACO’s “Koz for the Cure”, is making their final training and fundraising efforts in anticipation of the Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk... - November 01, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
Stone Pride to Provide Free Marble Medallion Design Service to Its US Customers
Stone Pride launched free medallion design service, code named Free-D, to its US customers. The program will allow customers to submit their own design ideas. Stone Pride's designers will turn the customer's idea into medallion designs for free. - October 30, 2008 - Stone Pride International Corp.
Find A Sider. com is Active in Your State Now
Findasider.com is Active for Homeowners to Use Free of Charge. Find a Sider was created because as homeowners they found that finding a trusted company can take hours or even days. Well, they have put together a directory of siding companies in each state to simplify the process. Check out their... - October 28, 2008 - Findasider.com
Tile, Stone and Grout Cleaning Services, New Website
Hard Surface solutions, based in Orlando, Fl today released the new company website featuring pages for residential and commercial owners as well as how to pages for cleaning stone. - October 27, 2008 - Hard Surface Solutions
DAVACO’S Rick Davis Named to SMU Executive Board. CEO of Leading Retail Services Provider to Serve Cox School of Business
DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that Rick Davis, CEO/Owner of DAVACO, has been named to the Executive Board of Southern Methodist University’s Cox School of Business. During his three year term, Davis will be responsible for... - October 26, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
Building Company Leads on Sustainable Building Materials
Birmingham-based building company Linford Group has outlined its vision for the next generation of ‘better-than-zero carbon’ sustainable building materials at a meeting of the city’s construction professionals. Linford is taking a lead with new sustainable buildings materials by... - October 25, 2008 - Linford-Bridgeman