2016 Builders Association of Northwest Pennsylvania Home Show and Awards of Excellence Magazine

Builders Association 56th Annual

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Shrine Club At the Corner of 38th & Zuck

Friday, February 26 Saturday, February 27 Sunday, February 28

2-8 p.m.

10-8 p.m.

12-5 p.m.

$4.00 Admission* *A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Shriners Hospital for Children.

Keep this publication as your year-round guide to builders and remodelers in NWPA

Photo courtesy Chardon Kitchens

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Company Work Phone A. Anthony and Sons 814-454-2883 A-1 Concrete Leveling 412-323-2400 Absolute Construction & Services, INC. 814-864-2692 Access Elevator and Lift 716-484-7014 Admar PA LLC 814-833-7761 Aluminum Refinishing 814-864-7676 Another Estimate LLC 814-440-3113 B & L Wholesale Supply Inc 814-833-9805 Balweb Inc 814-454-4541 Bauer Specialty Insulation 814-898-8517 Bella Vista Sunrooms and More 814-836-0145 Bennett Supply Company 724-274-1700 Birkmire Trucking and Big Box Rentals 814-833-5855 Blackman Electric Inc 814-480-8551 Builders Hardware & Speciality 814-455-4799 C & M Hardwoods LLC 814-967-4543 C Carlin Plumbing 814-825-2805 Caesar Lombardozzi General Contractors 814-836-0056 California Closets 814-460-3166 Carter Lumber 814-474-5501 Cessna Construction 814-796-1436 Chardon Kitchens 814-833-1334 Cherry Valley Furniture 440-293-6736 Chuck Gresh Construction 814-920-5055 Citizens Bank 412-916-8753 Contractors Service and Supply 814-452-2886 Cox and Kanyuck Electric 814-789-4809 Culligan Water 814-835-3500 Cumulus Broadcasting 814-868-5355 Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors 814-825-3253 David Laird Associates 814-456-0330 David Lane Construction LLC 814-434-2492 Doyle Security Systems 814-453-6578 Earthworks Landscapes and Irrigation 814-440-2529 Electrical & Mechanical Systems Inc 814-453-2518 Emil Chernicky & Sons Builders Inc 814-864-2695 Erie Custom Exteriors 814-438-7231 Erie Insurance 814-870-2000 Erie Times News 814-870-1600 Estate Services 814-434-9596 Ferguson Construction Co 814-382-5255 G.M. Nelson Construction Inc 814-825-5677 Gerlachs Garden Center 814-838-2363 Glass Block Speciaties by Bruno 814-464-0632 Harold Corey Construction 814-434-1747 Hetz Builders Inc 814-734-3333 Hilbrich Electric Company 814-454-3809 J. W. Landscaping Inc. 814-449-0267 J.E.Grieshober Plumbing & Hydronics 814-864-9883 Jackson Plumbing 814-899-0535 Joe Ferrick & Sons Excavating 814-449-0155 John Finazzo & Son Builders 814-899-1602 Klein Bath & Basement Systems 814-456-5605 Knorr Electric 814-774-4985 Kraft Lumber Inc 814-833-1181 L.D. Construction 814-434-6729 Lake City Manufactured Housing 814-774-2585 Lathrop Electric Inc 814-455-1772 Laughlin Builders 814-866-1277 Luminous Water Solutions 814-317-6420 M. T. Corwin Construction Inc. 814-756-4219 M.H. Grenz & Sons General Constuction 814-725-8862 MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton LLP 814-870-7757

Company Work Phone Maleno Builders 814-833-6516 Manzi Services 814-450-7788 Marquette Savings Bank 814-455-4481 Masonry Seal, Inc 814-864-7116 Matt Krol Construction 814-796-4557 McClimans Construction 814-866-5436 Mele Plumbing & Heating Co Inc 814-864-2557 Michael J. Corsi Construction Service 814-838-4154 Mike Grab Architect 814-455-3454 Miller Overhead Door Co 814-838-3874 Montagna Brothers Rental Co 814-866-0670 Montagna Concrete 814-835-4555 Moss Builders 814-454-1084 National Fuel Gas 814-871-8304 New Era Building Systems Inc 814-764-5581 Nichols Construction 814-724-9634 Northwest 814-868-4646 Northwest Insurance Services 814-838-0000 Northwestern Rural Electric Cooperative 800-474-1710 Odyssey Builders 814-833-0261 Palermo Realty & Development 814-459-1090 Paris Brothers & Co Inc 814-825-6088 Pastore Builders 814-838-9640 Paterniti Homes 814-833-3493 Patterson Overhead Door 814-490-9197 Paul Luciano Builders Inc 814-474-1223 Plyler Overhead Door Co 814-476-7717 Pollard Land Services Inc 814-474-1107 Presta Contractor Supply Inc 814-833-0655 Professional Remodeling By Skip Knoll 814-456-6837 Prosource of Erie 814-455-7900 Redinger Homes 814-868-7549 Renaud-Peck Real Estate Development 814-836-8881 Robert Hodas Construction Services 814-572-0228 Robert Swain Construction 814-450-3716 Roseto Suter Overhead Door Inc 814-898-2424 Sanfilippo Building Services 814-796-3335 Seaway Windows 814-899-9900 Sesler Inc 814-453-4905 Sherwin-Williams 814-833-3846 Simonian Electric 814-434-2468 Steve Logan The Window Man 814-456-7447 Stewart Concrete Masonry 814-836-9801 Superior Walls of NW PA 814-725-8575 TD Laughlin Custom Builders 814-796-4398 Terella Drywall & Acoustical 814-838-4565 The Hite Co 814-455-3923 Thomas Flick Building Services Inc. 814-459-1961 Tim Colvin Construction Inc 814-836-1530 Tom Montagna Builders 814-434-4588 Tops Roofing Co 814-864-4515 Town and Country Builders 814-796-3568 Trott Concrete Contractors 814-739-2895 Vavala Concrete Construction 814-459-9556 Waddell & Reed Financial Services 814-864-1199 Weiss Earley Landscape Design & Contracting 814-835-8050 Window World 814-746-4036 WJET-TV 814-864-2400 Wm T Spaeder Co Inc 814-456-7014 Yaples Vacuum & Sewing Center 814-456-2896 Yardmaster 814-455-1752 Yurkovic Plumbing & Heating 814-899-6309

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2016 Builders Association Board of Directors Officers and Directors President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Member at Large Past President Solicitor

Matt Krol Tom Montagna Mike Corsi Judy Gerlach Bob Foley E J Chernicky Jack Mehler

Matt Krol Construction Tom Montagna Builders Michael J Corsi Building Service Northwest B & L Wholesale Supply, Inc. Emil Chernicky & Sons Builders MacDonald Illig, Jones and Britton, LLP

Renaud-Peck Real Estate Development Chuck Gresh Construction

Associate Directors Cynthia Hood Tony Gingrich Lou Bruno

Table of Contents Builders Association Membership..............................2 2016 Builders Association Board of Directors.............3 Welcome Letter from Judy Gerlach.............................3 2015 AWARDS of Excellence Winners................... 5-11 Home Design Trends for 2015 and Beyond...............12 Show Map and Show Information............................14 Landscape Tips.........................................................16

Builder Directors Bob Tanner Kevin Raines

February 26-28, 2016 SHRINE CLUB (New Location)

National Fuel Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors Glass Block Specialty by Bruno

Habitat for Humanity ReStore..................................18 7th Annual Kids’ Building Contest............................19 Baby, it’s Cold Outside! Feel the Warmth Inside........20 Hiring a Reputable Contractor in PA................... 22-23 Housing Trends for Baby Boomers............................23

Executive Officer Bob Himes

Welcome to the 56th Annual Home Show The excitement is building as businesses prepare for the 2016 building season.

Come and see what’s new and have a chance to talk with professionals about your ideas or projects. Get a jump on preparing this year’s projects and scheduling it early. The membership list is located in this publication. You can feel confident hiring a professional from our membership.

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The new location for this year’s Home Show will be the Shrine Club located at the corner of 38th & Zuck. Our new location has plenty of free parking close to the entrance and easy access to the facility.

In this publication you will find the winners of the Awards of Excellence. This competition showcases the best projects done by our members in Landscaping, Building and Remodeling. Take time and read how these winning contractors not only met but exceeded the expectations of their clients.

This year’s Home Show begins on February 26th and ends on the 28th. Admission this year will be $4.00. We look forward to seeing you at the Builders Association Home Show.

Judy Gerlach Builders Association of NW PA Home Show Chair THE BUILDERS ASSOCIATION 56TH ANNUAL

FEBRUARY 26 - FEBRUARY 28, 2016 | SHRINE CLUB

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2015 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE WINNERS

2015 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE

Photo courtesy of Thomas Flick Building Services Inc.

Congratulations to all of the Awards of Excellence winners for this outstanding achievement!

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LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING

Category: Water Feature $5,000-$15,000 Winner: Manzi Services Inc.

Category: Landscape Makeover $75,000-$100,000 Winner: Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors

Description: Manzi Services, Inc. completed a creative water feature with a natural and tranquil feel. To execute this vision they first designed the pond shape and excavated the pond area. Going beyond installation of the liner and padding, they created unique features of built-in fish oases and a natural flowing waterfall to produce movement. The placement of individual boulders around the pond offers the scenic surrounding that makes this water feature blend into the walk-through gardens.

Description: This Classic Victorian Home landscape was neglected and the new owners recognized the potential of the unique garden space. The concept for the new design was to create a park-like garden with seasonal color. The homeowners also wanted to use natural materials that would reduce maintenance and improve the functionality of the space but at the same time compliment the uniqueness of the home. Bluestone was used as the new walkway material. A fountain was installed as the focal point of the project. Existing salvaged stone was relaid as a garden wall to allow for the change in elevation and as an accent feature. Large birch trees and arborvitaes were added to screen the garden from the adjacent buildings. Plantings were designed for strong seasonal color. The overall completed project provides a clean, strong, functional landscape that compliments the period style home.

LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING

Category: Water Feature $15,000-$25,000

Category: Landscape Makeover $25,000-$50,000 Winner: Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors

Winner: Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors

Description: This eight foot wide water curtain splashes over stacked sandstone before landing in the clear, stone lined pond. Aquatic plants and frogs enjoy the underwater environment while birds visit the rim. Soothing sounds and night lighting create a comforting ambiance for conversation on the nearby patio.

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Description: The expERIEnce Children’s Museum Discovery Outdoor classroom is a uniquely designed space that allows children to learn, play, and explore in a natural environment. The Museum’s goal was to construct the first certified nature play space in our area. To do this there was certain criteria and expectations for the garden. Even with a rather small space to work with, a fun and playful outdoor classroom that met all of the criteria and more was built. This was an incredible transformation and a wonderful addition to Erie’s historic downtown.

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LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING

Category: New Landscape Installation $150,000-$200,000 Winner: Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors

Category: Hardscape $5,000-$15,000 Winner: Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors

Description: This English garden in a downtown historical residence was designed to provide a retreat. The primary walkway travels through a mosaic garden, a formal hedge garden of boxwood, rose and lavender and into a water feature in the heart of the garden. You can also find a vegetable garden and a shade garden in back. Nooks were created to house sculptural elements and various seating areas were created for different levels of use. The garden can be enjoyed night or day with the added feature of night-lighting. Plantings were chosen for interest year round.

Description: This rustic fire pit is a welcomed retreat for casual fireside entertainment, right at home in the existing woodland setting. Bluestone composes the patio space. Stacked sandstone creates the fire ring. Limestone blocks provide added seating around the perimeter. Additional lighting is provided by tree mounted fixtures.

MAJOR RENOVATION

SPECIALTY

Category: Hardscape $15,000-$25,000 Winner: Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors

Category: Exterior Residential Under $15,000 Winner: Nichols Construction

Description: The homeowner was interested in expanding their existing outdoor space to accommodate larger gatherings. The existing back yard contained a stamped concrete patio and small concrete stoop near the hot tub. The patio was built with natural flagstone, which blended well with the stamped concrete and the color of the home. The existing stamped concrete patio was reduced in size and bordered with the new flagstone and the concrete stoop was capped with flagstone to pull the materials throughout the entire design. A new patio area was also created. New garden elements include a small water fountain for background sound, a mobile fire pit and accent lighting. Simple plantings put in to provide seasonal color.

Description: The homeowner wanted to make the front porch wheel chair accessible from inside the home while also enhancing the curb appeal of their home. The gable walls over the porch and on the mini dormers were recessed to give them a significant roof overhang where there wasn’t one originally.

Seamed copper roofing was installed. A range of cedar elements, including posts and beams, pergola, gate, and lattice panels were then installed, giving the home a distinctive Arts and Crafts flair that holds its own among its grand Tudor neighbors.

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LANDSCAPING

SPECIALTY

Category: Hardscape $75,000 - $125,000 Winner: Manzi Services Inc.

Category: Exterior Commercial $25,000-$50,000 Winner: A. Anthony & Sons Inc.

Description: Manzi Services, Inc. designed an entire backyard retreat, including an in-ground pool, paver patio area surrounding the pool, complimentary lighting, and coordinating landscape. An added touch was the design and installation of pillars to match the existing columns on the house for a cohesive effect. This complex design and installation called for regrading of the backyard, installation of a 2-tier retaining wall with drainage, installation of a paver walkway and steps to connect the existing patio with the new pool and surrounding hardscape, and the installation of a paver patio area around the pool.

Description: The Board of Directors of the Watson-Curtze Mansion wanted to accentuate the age and beauty of the turn of the century mansion and, with our design help, decided on a natural exposed aggregate concrete. The beautiful finish of natural limestone, lake sand and shells highlights the beauty of the stone on the mansion. All of the walks, as well as the parking lot were poured in this very durable as well as beautiful concrete.

LANDSCAPING

KITCHENS/ BATHS

Category: Hardscape $125,00-$150,000 Winner: Dahlkemper Landscape Architects & Contractors

Category: Kitchen Design $50,000-$75,000 Winner: Professional Remodeling by Skip Knoll

Description: The goal of the Lawrence Park Golf Club was to design a multipurpose patio where they could host different events at the same time. The design of the patio contains four to five separate spaces, each with its own function and purpose. The new patio not only has a great flow, but has wonderful functionality for any event.

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Description: The homeowner had two goals: a powder room on the first floor and a larger kitchen with an eat-in nook. A 110 square foot addition that followed the original footprint of the home was designed. The new, open layout allows for more counter space, lots of storage, plenty of light and a larger feel. The project boasts a heated floor tile, slate colored cabinetry, marble countertops, a farm-style sink and tile backsplash with Italian painted inlay. The new breakfast nook gives the space a great place to eat, floods the room with light and adds beautiful built-in storage and great views of the back yard.

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MAJOR RENOVATION

KITCHENS/BATHS

Category: Exterior Residential $100,000-$150,000 Winner: Professional Remodeling by Skip Knoll

Category: Kitchen Design Residential $25,000-$50,000 Winner: Chardon Kitchens

Description: The challenge for this addition was to make it look like it had always been part of the home, not an afterthought 90 years later. The house was re-sided with cedar shake, the original exterior finish. The driveway and front walk are all new concrete with an exposed aggregate finish. A lattice trim detail over the front entry adds a design element. The builder paid close attention to detail, matching finishes to the existing residence and installing custom wrought iron.

Description: This custom kitchen was designed by removing walls that separated the kitchen from the dining and eating areas to create one open room. This new space now incorporates the kitchen, bar, dining and cozy seating areas. Maple cabinets were installed. Granite countertops with coordinating maple butcher block top on the island complete the look. Many accessories such as tray and cutlery dividers, a knife block insert, double waste bin and roll out trays were incorporated to make it functional as well.

SPECIALTY

MAJOR RENOVATION

Category: Exterior Residential $15,000-$25,000 Winner: A. Anthony & Sons Inc.

Category: Interior $125,000-$150,000 Winner: Cessna Construction Inc.

Description: The owners wanted a place to gather for evening family time. A large entertainment area of beige stamped concrete was installed. The focal point of the design was a large custom fireplace with concrete mantels and polished concrete sitting areas for the family to gather around.

Description: The owner’s goal of this project was to create a garage atmosphere for his classic cars, along with utilizing it for the general maintenance of his personal vehicles. A prep area and an in-ground lift was installed. An office was set up. The bathroom area was uniquely designed so that it almost feels like home. An abundance of lighting in the bays, polished and coated concrete floors, and aluminum diamond plate wall treatments finish the garage. High-efficiency heaters get the work areas comfortable in short order.

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KITCHENS/BATHS

MAJOR ADDITION

Category: Kitchen Design: New Construction $15,000-$25,000 Winner: Chardon Kitchens

Category: Residential $25,000-$50,000 Winner: Matt Krol Construction

Description: The homeowners of this new construction were hoping to achieve a traditional feel with their kitchen design. An ivory finished, raised panel door was exactly what the homeowner wanted for the cabinetry finish. A table look for the island and fluted accents throughout created interest. A small corner “bistro” feel bench seat gave these homeowners that special place for them to enjoy their favorite morning beverage. Natural granite countertops and hand scraped rustic hickory flooring completed the look and feel these homeowners have always dreamed of.

Description: This project includes a 240 square foot addition to an existing residence.

The homeowner wanted a spacious 4-seasons room to enjoy the scenic view of their back yard. An existing wood deck was removed to make room for the project.

The room includes 9 ½ foot walls with a cathedral ceiling. Large maintenance free windows were added all around to enjoy the view of the back yard. Ceramic tile was added to the floor. An existing slate sidewalk was removed and replaced with decorative colored stamped concrete and extended around the room to give a pathway to the existing brick patio.

NEW CONSTRUCTION

NEW CONSTRUCTION

Category: Residential $250,000-$275,000 Winner: T.D. Laughlin Custom Builders

Category: Residential $200,000-$250,000 Winner: Emil Chernicky & Sons Builders Inc.

Description: This beautiful residence boasts a warm entry with a custom hardwood staircase, a family room with stone, crown molding and a cozy fireplace.

All interior doors are solid oak with customized wide trim. The private master bedroom is complimented by a walk-in tile shower.

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Description: This home features 4 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths. Maple cabinetry with a French vanilla painted finish were used in the kitchen along with granite counter tops and ceramic tile backsplash. The home features vanities made with stained maple cabinets with granite tops. Solid hardwood and ceramic tile flooring are used extensively through the home with a custom ceramic tile shower and tub surround.

The gas fireplace in the great room has a full cultured stone surround topped with a rustic barn beam mantle.

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NEW CONSTRUCTION

NEW CONSTRUCTION

Category: Residential $275,000-$300,000 Winner: Tom Montagna Builders

Category: Residential $300,000-$325,000 Winner: Renaud Peck Real Estate Development Company

Description: This stately home offers a two story foyer with a custom built oak staircase. The open floorplan features a spacious kitchen with separate eating area, a large family room, formal dining room, a 1st floor office and a 1st floor laundry room.

Each of the three bedrooms have walk-in closets, with the master bedroom offering an extravagant master bath. Oak trim and cabinetry can be found throughout this quality home.

Description: This immaculate, professionally designed one story residential condominium invites comfort and radiates modern elegance. With two bedrooms and two full baths, private deck and generous living space with stylish finishes, you'll enjoy a perfect setting for relaxing and entertaining. Beautiful light fixtures are in place, granite counter tops, and stylish ceramic tile all enhance this home’s inner beauty. Enjoy a full walkout basement onto your private patio where you can enjoy nature’s surroundings.

NEW CONSTRUCTION Category: Residential Over $400,000 Winner: Renaud Peck Real Estate Development Company

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Description: Living is easy in this impressive, generously spaced 2 story residence with a quality build that surpasses elegance. This open floor plan home offers beautiful hand scraped wide plank hickory wood floors throughout, an elegant kitchen complete with custom ivory painted cabinets and granite counter tops and a grand dual staircase with an exquisite 2 story great room and foyer. The master suite is complete with a relaxing sitting area, and the large front porch offers breathtaking scenic views. This beautifully designed craftsman detailed home is one that truly radiates class.

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Home Design Trends for 2015 and Beyond By: Laura Brouse The National Association of Home Builders recently announced the winners of the Best in American Living Awards - a prestigious awards program that spotlights design excellence for the entire residential building industry.

Award recipients are lauded as the most creative and inventive builders, remodelers, architects, developers, land planners and interior designers in the nation.

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Take a look at the newest trends in design that home buyers will see over the next several years based on submissions from this year’s winners. Then get inspired to incorporate your favorite trend in your own home!

White-on-White Kitchens: This continuing trend can be seen in both traditional and modern-style homes. Think white cabinets topped with white countertops and finished off with white back splashes and white trim.

Double-Island Kitchens: Back-to-back and side-by-side islands are showing up in all styles of homes. Often one island is used for cooking and preparing food and the other for serving food and dining. The second island may also take the place of a more formal dining room table.

Centered Bathtubs: As part of the continuing “bathroom as spa” trend, large, well-designed tubs are becoming the center of attention: pulled away from the wall and treated like sculptures.

Natural Elements Mixed with Contemporary Materials: A softer side of modern design is evolving. Wood, steel and glass are a popular combination, allowing the best from both worlds. Modern textures are being combined with oldworld or classical elements.

Get-Away Rooms: Whether it is a room with a view or a game room, creating “escapes” is increasingly popular. These spaces are designed to encourage relaxation, family time or provide room for hobbies.

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Wine Rooms and Bars: Wine displays under the stairs stylishly fill spaces that may otherwise go to waste. Full rooms dedicated to wine or liquors are no longer just for the avid collector. Wet-bar nooks are adding to the overall encouragement of relaxing and enjoying time at home.

Indoor-Outdoor Living: No matter their location, home buyers are attracted to designs that offer space on the roof to give them a great view while soaking in the surroundings. Indoor-outdoor transitional spaces are also showing up where weather permits using screens and removable or foldable walls.

Smaller Entries: Entries are still very well designed, but the amount of space allocated to the entrance is shrinking. Large pivoting doors are making grand statements, but open immediately into the main living space of the home.

Non-Car Centric Design: While cars, driveways and garages are a part of American life, design features that seem to be taking their place are sidewalks, bike paths and community gathering spaces. n

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2016 Show Map THE BUILDERS ASSOCIATION 56TH ANNUAL

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$4.00 Admission

Company Booth A. Anthony & Sons Concrete 10 A1 Concrete Leveling 31 Advance Windows & Siding 66 Affordable Baths 12 Aluminum Refinishing Inc. 16 America’s Basement Contractor 61 Another Estimate 2 Bath Fitters 45 Bella Vista Sunrooms and More 41 Culligan Water 50 Dahlkemper Landscape 58 Earthworks Landscape & Irrigation 75 Erie Custom Exteriors 73 Everdry Waterproofing 22 Gatesman Home Improvements 38 General Exterminating & Outdoor Services 68 Gerlachs Garden Center 27

Company Booth Glass Block Specialties by Bruno 4 Greg Thomas Floor Expressions 9 Home Depot 11 Iadeluca Chiropractic 62 Innovative Audio 23 Invisible Fence 18 K R Communications 37 Keystone Basement Systems 6 L D Construction 69 Lake City Manufactured Housing 46 Leaf Filter North of PA 26 LeBoeuf Industries Heating and Cooling 60 Lumber Liquidators 48 Luminous Water Solutions 29 Master Gardeners 71 Mathews Carpet Express 70 Matt Krol Construction 15

Company Booth Mid Atlantic Waterproofing 64 National Fuel Gas 72 Nerthling’s Heating & Air Conditioning 8 Northwest Savings Bank 57 Patterson Overhead Door 67 Plyler Overhead Door Co. 7 Prestige Services 65 Schaal Glass 24 Seaway Windows 33 Sherwin Williams 17 Soft Tubs 13 Steve Logan the Window Man 19 Thermo Twin Windows 43 Tops Roofing Company 53 Waddell & Reed Financial Services 30 Window World 63 Youngs Spa Service 59

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Landscape Tips: Photos courtesy of DLAC Anthony Gingrich LA, Dahlkemper Landscape Architects and Contractors

Mature Plant Size Beware, that cute little evergreen beside your front steps may be a baby giant redwood.

One of the most frequent homeowner mistakes is to pick a lovely plant at a nursery, without realizing its mature size.

Always check the plant label and ask the supplier how large the plant will want to grow. Even if a plant is listed as a ‘dwarf’ or ‘compact’ variety, it may end up too big for the intended space.

If less pruning maintenance is desired in the future, give your plant the room it needs now. Although the planting may seem bare at first, after a few seasons, the plants will fill out and give the desired density for years to come.

Specimen plants will need additional space to hold a separation between individuals. Alternatively, Mass Plantings may be spaced closer to force the individuals to grow “shoulder to shoulder” and give an overall appearance of one continuous plant mass.

Pruning Maintenance Extend the life of your plantings, Enhance your landscape investment.

As a landscape matures, its plants may grow out of shape or begin to develop interior die-back.

Pruning can be used to remove dead plant material and to encourage new growth in many species. In this way, an older plant may gradually be rejuvenated without having to remove and replant.

Branching structure can be enhanced for health and aesthetics.

Increased air movement within a plant will decrease the likelihood of fungus/ mould.

Increased light penetration within a plant will encourage interior growth and development of new shoots.

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Many plants are known for one specific attractive feature like a rhododendron’s strong show of early summer flowers. If a variety of plants are chosen to sequence their claim to fame, the attraction of the planting may be enjoyed year round.

Some plants bloom in late winter while others bloom in late fall. If we combine seasonal leaf color and interesting textured or colored bark to the mix, there should be a strong exhibit during every month of the year.

Importance of Plant Selection Pick the right plant for the right location.

Ask a professional.

Plants are living organisms having individual requirements that vary within the basic needs of light, water, and soil.

Plants are usually chosen for color, interest, mature size, season of interest etc. If a specific characteristic is desired, there is usually a plant that will display it. That being said, there are many other factors that need to be matched: Plant hardiness - will the plant survive the weather conditions on site?

Soil type - light sand to heavy clay Moisture requirement - dry, wet, well drained, drought tolerant Light - full sun, part sun, shade tolerant Other site specific factors may also apply.

Summer Flower Shows Annual Flowers or Perennial Flowers.

The summertime landscape is known for its flowers. Their fragrance and color can be outstanding.

They make important habitat for small wildlife, birds and butterflies; decorate our tables; and sometimes enhance our dinner plates.

There are two basic categories of flowers: annuals and perennials.

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They develop quickly and typically flower continuously. In frosty climates they will need to be planted annually as they are not cold hardy, hence the name. Geraniums, petunias, impatiens, and begonias are common annuals. They may be purchased in springtime already in full bloom, and with close watch over watering, are expected to bloom until the first frosts of the fall. It is tough to beat the impressiveness of a mass planting of annuals.

Perennial flowers often develop slower than annuals, some requiring a season or two after seeding to develop to an age that will produce flowers.

Again, perennials may be purchased in full flower. Perennials are typically cold hardy meaning they will likely survive the winter climate. They usually lie dormant until spring when they develop new leaves and enter another flowering cycle. Perennials are not known to flower all season long like annuals, so a variety of perennials is often combined in one large bed to orchestrate a sequence of flowering displays throughout the year. Perennials can be chosen to match the site conditions in order to establish a long lived landscape. These plants will be enjoyed for years with some maintenance.

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Simple projects with big impacts.

Night lighting can add elegance and formality or mystical moonlight to set the mood of your landscape whether it be street side or that small corner destination in the backyard. Integrated computerized controls, automated timers and the long life of variable colored LED fixtures make night lighting a functional and attractive addition to any landscape.

Extend the usable time you have outdoors beyond sunset and give your home some interest during the long dark winter. Most lighting designs can be assembled over time by expanding on the first installation. n

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19 offices to serve you in Erie County 1-877-672-5678 | northwest.com *Variable Annual Percentage Rate (APR) 0.99% or 1.99% introductory APR for six (6) months followed by Wall Street Journal Prime Rate plus 0.00%, currently 3.50% as of 12/17/15. Fixed term line of credit of $50,000 or more (for 0.99% APR) or $25,000 to $49,999.99 (for 1.99% APR) in new borrowings with a ten (10) year draw period that is an open-end variable rate followed by a fifteen (15) year repayment term with principal and interest payments at a fixed rate then in effect for fifteen (15) year fixed-rate equity loans (currently 5.000% as of 12/17/15). Minimum monthly payment quoted is for interest-only payments. Maximum APR is 18.00% (16.00% in New York), minimum APR is 2.50%. Offer requires an 85% maximum loan-to-value ratio, a minimum 700 FICO® score and automatic transfer service from a Northwest checking account. One- or two-unit owner-occupied properties only. Not for home purchase. Valuation fee from $60 to $525 will apply and a $25 annual fee will be charged. Minimum monthly payment is $50. If you cancel the line-of-credit before three (3) years, you will be required to reimburse Northwest for all third-party origination fees, less valuation fee, which typically range from $0 to $600. Refinance of existing Choiceline will include early termination fees, if applicable. Refinance of new borrowing requirement based off existing Choiceline available limit. Customer may opt to lock-in balance at any time, up to three advances, at rates then in effect for fixed-rate home equity loans from one (1) to fifteen (15) years during the initial ten (10) year draw period. A $75 fee applies to each lock-in. Maximum loan amount is $500,000. Other rates and terms are available. Title insurance may be required on loans $250,000 or greater. Property insurance is required and flood insurance may be required. Offer may be changed or withdrawn at any time. Consult a tax advisor regarding deductibility of interest and charges. Payments do not include amounts for taxes and insurance premiums, actual obligation will be greater. Debt protection not available. See bank for details. Northwest Bank is Member FDIC.

Winter Projects?

Emptying Warehouses?

What should you do with all that “stuff”?

The Greater Erie Area Habitat for Humanity is pleased to announce that the Habitat for Humanity ReStore may be your answer.

We accept the donation of new and used building materials.

Items may be dropped off at our warehouse at 413 East 9th Street Tuesday-Friday from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. Donations of items are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Consult your accountant for specifics. A receipt will be issued at the time of the donation. We reserve the right to refuse any donations.

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cabinets, bed frames, tables/chairs, columns, toilets, tubs, flooring, etc. If you have something that is not on the list, please call the Restore at 464-8946 or the office at 454-7025.

The Habitat ReStore is located at 903 Parade Street. This retail store is open to the general public on Saturdays from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm.

The Mission of the Greater Erie Area Habitat for Humanity is changing lives and communities and building hope through decent simple homeownership in partnership with volunteers and community support. In September, we closed on our 60th Habitat for Humanity home. n For more information, call Nancy Milkowski, Executive Director at 454-7025.

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Build a Home of the Future 7th Annual Kids’ Building Contest with LEGO® Kits Provided in conjunction with the Builders Association 56th Annual Home Show at the Shrine Club - Corner of 38th and Zuck Sixty young builders will be able to compete in the 7th Annual Kids’ Building Contest. Each contestant will be given a LEGO® kit and asked to build a Home of the Future.

First and second place prizes will be awarded in each age group. Every child Ages: 5 - 8 Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016 12:30 - 1:00 PM

will receive a prize pack for participating. A Certificate of Achievement will be mailed to each child’s home following the contest. *Pre-registration is required due to limited seating. Register online at banwpa.com/kids-building-contest/ or scan the QR code.

Ages: 9 - 12 Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016 2:15 - 2:45 PM

Ages: 7 - 12 Saturday, Feb. 28, 2016 1:00 - 1:30 PM

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Natural Gas Radiant floor heat most often installed at the time of construction, during a remodel or for a new addition. Radiant floor heat provides superior comfort by spreading heat more evenly throughout the home and can even be used to melt snow on walkways and driveways!

Natural Gas Hydronic heating systems circulate heated water throughout your home through copper or pex tubing. Hydronic heating is helpful for people who suffer from allergies and relatively easy to install.

Natural Gas Space heating is a great alternative for garages, workrooms and basements because they can be mounted on a wall, to the floor or on baseboards for instantaneous heat wherever and whenever you need it.

Space heating can include fire places, too!

As always, consult a dealer or one of the many Builder Association professionals, to properly size and install whatever home heating system you choose.

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Hiring a Reputable Contractor in PA

If you're planning a home project or remodel, hire a professional with excellent credentials. The best results are achieved when professionals do the work. You can find these professionals at the Builders Association of Northwest Pa. at 814-8333999 Doing your research upfront is the single biggest step to making sure that the job gets done right. Contractors are only as good as their reputation. Most companies are in business to stay and they can only do so to the extent that they have satisfied customers.

Use this checklist to help you select the right contractor for the job: • Do they belong to the builders association? PBA members are respected professionals in their communities and have access to the latest industry information and training. They are invested in their profession and are committed to service, integrity and stability.

• How long have they been in business? It typically takes 3 - 5 years to establish a financially sound business. Will they be around after the construction is complete to service any warranties? Do they have a permanent address?

• Will they provide you with references? Great references should not be hard to find for a reputable remodeler who is established. Ask those references if they would hire the contractor again.

• Have you seen their work? Both completed and in progress?

• Are they accessible? Remember, you will need to be in contact with them throughout your project and possibly afterward.

• Will they provide a clearly written contract?

• Be cautious of unusually low priced bids and always get more than one bid.

• Ask if your contractor builds to Pennsylvania's statewide building code. If they use sub-contractors, do they also build to code?

• Home improvement contractors in Pennsylvania MUST be registered with the Attorney General's office.

Although this registration is not an endorsement of the quality of their work, it is the law. Verify the registration of a contractor.

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• Ask for an insurance certificate to verify current workers' compensation and general liability insurance.

Have a Plan

With any remodeling project, the secret of success lies in careful planning. This means having a solid objective on what you want to achieve, what must-haves should be included, as well as any other nice-to-haves if your budget allows.

In many cases, the final design and specs will be worked out with the help of your contractor, designer or architect. However, the more information you can give them, the better they are able to provide you with good advice and cost estimates.

Here's the info you should include in your plan: • A clear description of what you want to change and why. What is the purpose?

• Your specific goals for the project.

• A list of future changes you anticipate that may not be a part of the current project or estimate.

• Prioritization of goals. Which are the must-haves and which ones would be nice but are not essential?

The focus you put on your planning can make a difference in terms of the success of your project, your ability to clearly communicate it to contractors and your ability to stay within budget.

Living With Your Project

Doing a home remodel or major renovation is much different than building a new home. Your HOME becomes the worksite. You live side-by-side with the project from start to finish. Once construction begins, you'll probably long for the simple pleasures of a dust-free home or a fully functioning kitchen or bath. But it will all be worth it in the end!

Here are a few things to keep in mind and ensure the success of your project: Communication - Consistent and open communication with your contractor will enhance your understanding of things, provide an opportunity to exchange idea and make the experience more positive all around.

Make sure you know who to contact for daily decisions or after-hours emergencies.

Is there a project manager, is it the lead carpenter or the contractor's spouse? Ask questions. If you are uncertain about any aspect of your project, be sure to let your contact know. It's also a good idea

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A Pre-Construction Meeting - One way to make sure that everyone is on the same page is to schedule a pre-construction meeting. This will allow your contractor to clarify procedures and explain how the job will progress. It also offers both of you an opportunity to prepare for those issues that may pop up. Things to consider during the meeting: • Will there be a sign on your property?

When deciding whether or not you will allow - consider that in addition to being a great marketing tool, signs help contractors and suppliers locate your home.

• Are there areas of your home that will be off-limits to workers?

• Does your home have an alarm system? Will workers need a key or will someone always be there to let them in?

• How will you ensure that children and pets stay out of the work space?

• How will trash removal be handled?

Where will the dumpster be on your property?

• Does the contractor anticipate any utility interruptions? Will you need to vacate the house at any time?

• What are you expectations during clean up?

• What time will work begin and end each day? Be sure to consider your neighbors as well as members of your household.

• Where can workers park?

• Will you allow workers to use your bathroom, phone, etc?

• Is there a policy regarding smoking on the jobsite?

Prevent frustration and prepare for some inconvenience - If you are doing a major project, you can expect disrupted routines and loss of personal space. Try to focus on the progress being made. Some other suggestions that may help: • A kitchen remodel will affect meal planning. Set up a temporary cooking space by moving the refrigerator, toaster oven, microwave, etc to another room.

Arrange a dishwashing station in your laundry room. If the weather is warm, plan your meals around grill able items.

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• Designate a safe haven where you can escape from commotion.

• Guard against dust. Seal off doorways and stairs. Turn off central air or heat when workers are sanding and stock up on extra filters so you can change them often. Have deliveries made through a designated entrance. Use doormats and temporary floor coverings where appropriate. Remove anything that

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might get damaged by the dust or at least cover it with plastic drop cloths that are taped shut.

• Maintain a sense of humor. Remember that certain things are out of your control and it's best to laugh rather than stress yourself out over things like weather set-backs or delayed delivery of materials.

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Housing Trends for Baby Boomers New Features Keep Pace with this Active Generation Baby boomers, who were the largest American generation until the Millennials took over, are either retired or quickly nearing retirement age. Boomers, born between 1946 and 1964 and who count more than 76 million, may be getting older, but they are definitely not ready to head to the retirement home!

The boomer generation is more active than generations past, has a more sophisticated style and wants options and choices in their homes. Whether they are selling the homes where they raised their children and heading to sunnier pastures, or staying put and redesigning to accommodate their retired lifestyle, boomers are making an impact on housing trends.

Some features that home builders and remodelers are seeing as they begin to cater to the boomers include: Home Offices: Some boomers are choosing to work past the age of 65. As they transition from a traditional 9-to-5 job, however, they want home offices for flexibility. A second career or parttime employment often eliminates the hassle of commuting while keeping them active and bringing in supplementary income.

Tech/Media Centers: The tech-savvy boomer generation wants top-of-the-line amenities for their homes such as a media room with surround sound and central control systems, which manage all media sources in one location. The house may include a wireless home network, remote control lighting and security features.

Wider Doors and Hallways: As a person ages, there is a likelihood that use of a wheelchair might become a necessity. Designing a home that is livable now but can transition and be functional as the occupant ages is important in ensuring that the home will be a good long-term investment. Wider doors and hallways are useful for moving larger furniture today, and will also be wheelchair accessible tomorrow.

Better Lighting/Bigger Windows: The need for more lighting usually increases as we grow older.

To accommodate this, builders are adding more windows and making them larger to let in more natural light. They are also adding more light fixtures in areas including under cabinets and in stairwells.

Multiple switches to reduce the number of trips and dimmer controls to eliminate glare are other options.

First-Floor Bedrooms and Bathrooms: More than 40% of new homes have master suites downstairs, a 15% increase over a decade ago.

Boomers not wishing to go up and down stairs with bad knees and aching backs have helped fuel this trend. The bedrooms also are also larger, with more spacious walk-in closets and bathrooms that have a separate tub and shower and dual sinks.

Easy to Maintain Exteriors/Landscaping: Yard work, painting, and other landscaping chores may no longer be enjoyable to aging home owners. People who move to a new home when they retire may opt for a maintenance-free community. Those that choose to stay in their homes might make improvements to exterior surfaces such as installing stucco, brick or low-maintenance siding. Lawns are being replaced with living patios, decorative landscaping, or flower beds which can be a hobby for gardening enthusiasts.

Flex Space: Flex space has become more prevalent in both new homes and remodeling. Flex spaces are rooms that take on the purpose of the present home owner's needs but can adjust with changes as they occur. What may have once started out as a guest bedroom can be redecorated to serve as a hobby room or library. This allows home owners to stay in their homes longer as it continues to serve their needs throughout life’s stages.

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