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Next BESI Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in Coral Springs, Florida
It’s good to know that if your home was remediated under this protocol that it would not require additional work in order to meet the latest CPSC/HUD interim guidance or to be aligned with the court’s (MDL No. 2047) ruling. - April 21, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
The Basement Doctor Receives 2010 Best of Reynoldsburg Award
For the second consecutive year, The Basement Doctor has been selected for the 2010 Best of Reynoldsburg Award in the Basement Repair & Finishing category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA). The Basement Doctor provides waterproofing, foundation repair and basement finishing in Columbus, Cincinnati, Dayton, Lima, Ohio plus Lexington & Louisville KY. - April 16, 2010 - The Basement Doctor
BESI Offers Defective Drywall Remediation Protocol That Exceeds CPSC/HUD Interim Guidance and Aligns with the Recent Court Ruling
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. - April 15, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Architect D. William Otey Joins Western Architectural
Strategic hire positions the Portland-based forensic architecture and engineering firm to meet a growing demand for building envelope consulting and construction defect litigation services. - April 15, 2010 - Western Architectural
Tectonix Steel : Steel Fabricators in Southern Utah and Las Vegas Help Each Other Survive While the Steel Industry is Struggling
Tectonix Steel recently sent their sales manager to southern Utah to develop relationships with steel fabrication companies in that region. He drove 1,000 miles and visited 10 steel fabricators in 2 days. These steel fabricators were all located between Cedar City Utah and Las Vegas... - April 11, 2010 - Tectonix Steel
The Defective Drywall Protocol Offered by BESI Exceeds the Interim Remediation Guidance by CPSC and HUD - No Rework Necessary
The Consumer Safety Product Commission and HUD published an interim remediation guidance dated April 2, 2010 since many owners are desiring to start repairing their homes or commercial buildings. BESI has been endorsing and providing certification for a remediation protocol since October of 2009 which exceeds the published interim remediation guidance. - April 07, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Comparison of Earthquakes in Chile and Haiti Shows Value of Preparation
Julian Construction Points to Building Codes as a Key Factor that Minimized Tragedy in Chile and Devastated Haiti. - April 01, 2010 - Julian Construction
Local Businessman Sparks Volunteerism in Others
When a local businessman started his company he wanted to both support his family and make a difference in the Community. He’s succeeding. A Bonners Ferry woman, suddenly widowed last year when her husband of 44 years died unexpectedly, had a team of volunteers, led by Scott Whitman, Owner of NBR Home Services, repair her house and spruce up her yard last Saturday free of charge. - April 01, 2010 - NBR Home Services
Pico Rivera 4.4. Magnitude Earthquake Prompts Offer of Free Foundation Inspection
Julian Construction Wants Southern California’s Homeowners to be Prepared for the Next One. - March 25, 2010 - Julian Construction
BESI Offers Training Seminar for Defective Drywall in Coral Springs, Florida
BESI will present its fifth certification class for Defective Drywall Inspection and Remediation on May 3-4, 2010 at the Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Coral Springs located at 620 N. University Drive, Coral Springs, Florida. - March 24, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
New Website for Diamond Glass
Diamond Glass & Windows Ltd today announced the release of their brand new website. - March 20, 2010 - Diamond Glass & Windows Ltd
Smart-Rig Cranes Launches Battery Powered Mobile Mini Crane
Smart-Rig Cranes launches the smallest, most versatile battery powered, telescopic boom crane on the market. - March 19, 2010 - Microcranes, Inc.
Distinctive Design & Remodeling, New EPA Guildlines on April 22, 2010 for Homes Built Before 1978
Effective April 22, 2010 the EPA will issue new rules regarding lead paint in your Northern VA home built before 1978. - March 18, 2010 - Distinctive Design & Remodeling, Inc.
WEB Roofing Helps Homeowners Fix Problems Caused by Recent California Storms
WEB Roofing, a professional Orange County roofing contractor, aids homeowners in identifying and repairing damage caused by recent storms in California. - March 14, 2010 - WEB Roofing
What is "El Nino" and What Does It Have to do with the Foundation of Your House?
Julian Construction Warns Homeowners That This Year’s El Nino May Affect Home Foundations - February 25, 2010 - Julian Construction
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Its Fourth Training Conference for Defective Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) is presenting the inspection and remediation protocols developed specifically for defective "corrosive" drywall. The training seminar is taking place at the Embassy Suites Hotel located in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. - February 24, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Guardian Roofing is Recognized in St. Louis as a Top Local Roofing Contractor
Guardian Roofing and Exteriors launch their new website for roof repair, roof replacement, and new roof installation in and around St. Louis, MO. - February 24, 2010 - Hometown Roofing Contractors
Stiles Roofing Contractors Launch a New Website to Highlight their Roofing Skills in Louisville
Stiles Roofing launch their new website for roof repair, roof replacement, and new roof installation in and around Louisville, KY. - February 22, 2010 - Hometown Roofing Contractors
Trachte Building Systems, Inc. Acquires Tech-Fast Brand
Trachte Building Systems has purchased the assets of the Tacoma Washington based self-storage manaufacturer Tech-Fast. - February 20, 2010 - Trachte Building Systems
Distinctive Design & Remodeling, Offers Energy Star Replacement Windows to Northern VA Residents
Wondering about the cost for replacement windows in VA? At DDR, you won't have to worry that your exterior remodeling project will break the bank. You can increase the value of your home with their energy efficient products. - February 18, 2010 - Distinctive Design & Remodeling, Inc.
Julian Construction Urges Homeowners to Learn from Haiti’s Mistakes
Company Urges Homeowners to Get Their Homes Well Prepared for the Next Earthquake. - February 18, 2010 - Julian Construction
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Conference for Defective Drywall in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
The “BESI System” offers the most comprehensive remediation; the protocol was developed based on proven science and considers the following major factors: corrosion, cross-contamination of other building materials, personal belongings, IAQ monitoring program, and a proposed national warranty (not an insurance policy). - February 17, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
LiveRoof, LLC Announces Exclusive Offshore Distribution Agreement with PlantedRoof.com of Massachusetts
LiveRoof, LLC Announces International Sales Agreement with PlantedRoof.com LiveRoof, LLC, Spring Lake, Michigan, U.S.A. is pleased to announce an exclusive sales agreement with Planted Roof.com of Massachusetts for offshore representation of the LiveRoof® hybrid green roof... - February 16, 2010 - PlantedRoof.com
SealRite Spray Foam to Exhibit Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation at Atlantic Builders Convention
SealRite Spray Foam, a leading soy-based spray foam insulation contractor, will showcase its energy-efficient spray polyurethane foam products at the Atlantic Builder’s Convention on April 14-16, 2010. - February 13, 2010 - Coastal Insulation Corp
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Conference for Certification of Inspectors & Remediators for Defective or Corrosive Drywall in Ft. Lauderdale
BESI will certify inspectors, consultants, project managers, and remediation contractors in Ft. Lauderdale on March 2-3, 2010. This certification program offered through the Institute (BESI) instructs and trains licensed and approved state contractors in the remediation of defective or corrosive drywall. - February 12, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Building Envelope Science Institute Initiates Patent Process on Remediation of Buildings with Defective Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) was launched in 2009 to provide a solution to the defective or corrosive drywall crisis which has unfolded over the last seventeen months or so. The Institute developed what is being referred to as the “BESI System” and has now filed a provisional patent on their process for remediation of buildings that have defective or "corrosive" drywall. - February 12, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Basonas Construction Corp is Nearing the Restorative Completion of the Exterior of Tower 270
In its lack of esthetics, it makes up for it in its view of great ones. - February 10, 2010 - Basonas Construction Corp
SealRite Spray Foam to Showcase Environmentally Friendly Spray Foam Insulation at Globalcon 2010
SealRite Spray Foam, a leading soy-based spray foam insulation contractor, will exhibit its open and closed cell spray polyurethane foam products at Globalcon 2010 in Philadelphia, PA on March 24-25, 2010. - February 10, 2010 - Coastal Insulation Corp
Tectonix Steele Reports Proper Project Management as a Critical Step in Growing a Company During a Difficult Economy
During the month of January, all of the Project Managers with Tectonix Steel had the opportunity to attend an intense, weeklong course on Project Management. The training was based on a real life scenario in which there were people calling in sick, revisions to the project, subs refusing to work... - February 04, 2010 - Tectonix Steel
North Idaho Business Giving Free Help to 12 Homeowners in 2010
NBR Home Services will be giving free handyman help to twelve struggling homeowners in Bonner County, Boundary County & Kootenai County in 2010 and needs the communities’ assistance to identify homeowners most in need. - February 01, 2010 - NBR Home Services
Accel Framing, Inc. Wins NARI Contractor of the Year Awards in Team Remodeling
San Diego, CA, Local Building Contractor Accel Framing, Inc.® has been awarded Contractor of the Year (COTY) awards, as part of a team in two categories. The awards are for: Entire House $500,001 to $1,000,000 and the Residential Historical Renovation/ Restoration categories in The National Association of the Remodelers Industry (NARI)’s Southwest Region 7. - January 30, 2010 - Accel Framing, Inc.
Julian Construction Urges L.A. Homeowners to Get Foundation Inspection After Big Rains
Company Urges Homeowners to Get an Inspection to See If Poor Drainage May be Damaging Their Home Foundation. - January 28, 2010 - Julian Construction
Julian Construction Urges Homeowners to Commemorate Anniversary of Northridge with Foundation Inspection
Company Urges Homeowners to Commemorate 16th Anniversary of Northridge Earthquake by Getting More Prepared for Next Big Shake - January 28, 2010 - Julian Construction
The Easton Home Show is a Very Special Opportunity for The Basement Doctor to Introduce Their Newest Line of Products
Held this weekend, the Easton Home Show is a great resource to lean how to improve your home without breaking the bank. The Basement Doctor is showing in two areas, offering solutions which can improve your quality of life at home. One area will feature a new division of which they are especially... - January 23, 2010 - The Basement Doctor
Affordable Housing Work Close to Home for DHHL Director
Habitat for Humanity is building homes and building hope through a partnership with the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands in Hawaii. Pending a DHHL contract, Habitat is set to build many more homes in the next year. - January 22, 2010 - Hawaii Habitat for Humanity
Consumers’ Choice Award® Recognizes Exovations® for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction
The 2009 Consumers’ Choice Award® On Saturday November 14, 2009 – Exovations was among more than 70 companies gathered at the Fox Theatre’s Egyptian Ballroom for the 2009 Consumers’ Choice Award® gala for business excellence. The award is based on a survey of... - January 22, 2010 - EXOVATIONS
Pella Windows and Doors Partners with Elite Remodeling and Replacement Contractors Through New Pella Certified Contractor Program
Pella Windows and Doors of West Chicago, IL has partnered with elite local remodeling and replacement contractors throughout Chicagoland, across Northern IL and in Lake County IN. The New Pella Certified Contractor (PCC) program demonstrates a quality partnership between a local contractors and a... - January 17, 2010 - Pella Window and Doors
BESI Heads to Tampa, Florida for Its 3rd Conference for Certification of Defective Drywall Inspectors & Remediators
The institute, with the help of a workgroup called Defective Drywall in America (DDIA), has developed a cost effective protocol that helps homeowners, insurance companies, investors, financial institutes, and builders. “The institute and its members have an ongoing commitment to helping those who have been devastated by this crisis,” said Jones. - January 16, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Sarasota Window Film Dealer Saves Energy for "Habitat" Homeowners
ASID Industry Partner, Solar-X of Sarasota recently completed the first of what is hoped to be many donated installations of Panorama® window film on a home rehabilitated by Habitat for Humanity (Sarasota). - January 15, 2010 - Solar-X of Sarasota
Building Envelope Science Institute's Development of Certified Protocols: from Conception to Certification
The Building Envelope Science Institute has taken steps to create a remediation process that works and is both comprehensive and cost effective. The “BESI System” pulled resources from top analytical scientists, chemists, toxicologists, a major university, consultants in the environmental field and twelve business sectors that were considered in the development and analysis. - January 07, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Julian Construction Offers Slab Foundation Repair
Company Offers Tips to Knowing if Your Slab Foundation Needs Attention and Repair. - January 02, 2010 - Julian Construction
The Basement Doctor's Emergency Services Available Thru the Holidays
The Basement Doctor organization announces it can help homeowners who find themselves suddenly facing a basement flood, a frozen pipe which has burst, or water pouring into their basement. Ready 24 hours a day, 7 days a week homeowners and property managers in the Columbus Ohio area can count on... - January 01, 2010 - The Basement Doctor
Loudoun’s Good Shepherd Alliance Receives New Roof Through DryHome Roofing and Siding’s Free Roof for the Holidays Program
DryHome Roofing and Siding has selected Good Shepherd Alliance, a nonprofit that serves Loudoun County’s homeless, as the recipient of its seventh annual Free Roof for the Holidays program. Having a roof over their heads is all some families yearn for during the holidays. This year, the... - December 16, 2009 - DryHome Roofing and Siding
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Seminar for Defective Drywall in Gainesville, Florida
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has scheduled a second seminar for the Defective Drywall Inspection and Remediation certification. - December 09, 2009 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Dnc3 Retail Development Consulting Firm Opens New Office in Ogden, UT
DNC3 provides new and expanding franchisers and franchisees with a full range of services including concept development and real estate analysis and selection; interior and exterior design and drafting; management of the construction process; and new store development. - December 08, 2009 - DNC3
Accel Framing, Inc.® Announced Today That President, Ryan Holmes, is the Newly Elected President of the San Diego NARI Chapter
Accel Framing, Inc.®, providing Solution Driven® framing, announced today that President, Ryan Holmes has been elected President of the San Diego Chapter of the National Association of the Remodel Industry (NARI). - December 02, 2009 - Accel Framing, Inc.
Rocksolid Stone Works Introduces New Saratoga Soapstone Product Line
Northeast Ohio's premier stone work fabricator expands product offerings and more choices for customers with Soapstone product line. - November 26, 2009 - Rocksolid Surfaces
Adame Construction is Recognized as a Leading Roofing Contractor in Austin, TX
Adame Construction has been recognized as one of the leading roofing contractors in Austin, TX. They have recently been selected as "Top Local Roofing Contractors" by Hometown Roofing Contractors - November 22, 2009 - Hometown Roofing Contractors
Tulsa Roofing Contractors Launch a New Website
Mark Close Roofing launch their new website for roof repair, roof replacement, and new roof installation in and around Tulsa, OK. - November 21, 2009 - Hometown Roofing Contractors
3M Authorized Window Film Dealer Chosen for Golub Headquarters Project
American Sun Control has been chosen to install 3M Window Film at the new Golub headquarters in Schenectady, New York. - November 19, 2009 - American Sun Control LLC