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The official guide to the Lake Region Builder’s Association 2014 Builders Home & Sport Show

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o h S Home Booths A Spice Above...................................... 218-847-1707 ABC Seamless...................................... 701-739-2061 Arvig................................................... 218-844-8518 Aire Serv............................................. 218-841-8849 Al Clark Const...................................... 218-846-0079 All in One Outdoor Furnace................... 218-346-6705 Anderson Brothers............................... 218-829-1768 B & D Granite Tops................................ 701-200-9172 B & M Electric....................................... 218-847-1946 Basement Technologies....................... 701-367-0839 Boulder Creek Custom Homes............... 605-553-3934 Briard Construction.............................. 218-841-3238 Bremer Bank....................................... 218-847-9292 Budget Blinds of D L............................. 218-850-0117 CnC Wood Design................................. 701-866-1769 Coatings Unlimited.............................. 701-429-3072 Compass Consultants........................... 218-346-8653 Crowell Const....................................... 218-849-2901 Cullens Home Ctr................................. 218-998-5070 Custom Windows................................. 701-200-4444 Cutco Cutlery....................................... 716-790-7181 Dl Public Utilities................................. 218-846-7133 Deco Crete........................................... 218-849-2615 Do Right Construction.......................... 218-234-1095 Don Tietz Const.................................... 218-439-6271 Dynamic Homes................................... 218-847-2611

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Elsner Well Drilling.............................. 218-255-0538 Foltz Builders...................................... 218-847-3281 Gerard Metal Roofing........................... 218-790-1567 Green’s Plumbing................................. 218-847-7542 Hass Geosystems, Inc........................... 218-841-8753 Hebron Brick....................................... 701-232-0781 Homark Homes.................................... 218-298-1188 Hotspring Spa’s.................................... 701-364-3725 Hough’s Inc.......................................... 218-847-7391 I’ll Tile & Stone ................................... 218-847-0544 JCS Cabintry & Design........................... 218-439-6699 Jay’s Garden Boutique.......................... 218-841-2636 Kinetico/Water Dr................................ 320-762-1266 Lake Region Electric Co......................... 218-863-1171 Laneys................................................ 218-847-1309 Leafguard Gutter................................. 320-250-2881 Luxury Bath........................................ 701-356-5090 M-State Carpentry............................... 218-443-4632 Midwest Bank..................................... 218-847-4771 Modern Heating.................................. 218-847-7459 Modern Living Concept......................... 218-234-1641 Mosquito Squad................................... 320-815-3078 North Country Kitchens........................ 218-849-2424 Northland Buildings............................ 715-874-4211 Olson Pool........................................... 218-483-3541 Paul Davis Restoration......................... 218-847-1800 Pella Window & Doors.......................... 612-802-9601 Precision Concrete Cutters Inc............... 701-280-7038 Reliable Engergy Solutions................... 763-286-0817 Sams Club........................................... 701-282-7997 Screen Pro........................................... 320-255-9936 Silver Leaf Cabinets............................. 218-844-7458 State Bank & Trust............................... 218-844-3000 Stenerson Lumber............................... 218-847-2188 Turtle Lake Seamless........................... 218-826-6555 Twin City Garage.................................. 701-281-4759 Tweeton Refrig & Heating.................... 218-847-7537 Valley Central Vacuum......................... 701-205-4225 Water Furnace..................................... 260-442-6742 Western Products................................ 701-280-5945 Your Home Imp. Co............................... 320-249-7131 Becker County Envir............................. 218-846-7200

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Northland Buildings...

Sports Booths Advanced Docks & Lifts......................... 218-495-2811 At Ease Dock & Lift............................... 218-334-2202 Fargo Tractor....................................... 701-282-5290 Hoots Sports........................................ 218-346-3333 Indian Triumph of Fargo....................... 701-277-4584 J & K Marine ........................................ 218-841-6977 McCollums Hunting Preserve................ 218-935-2468 Okeson Offtrail.................................... 218-847-9304 Outlet Recreation.................................218-841-2055 Seaberg Power Sports.......................... 218-847-9264 Tubs of Fun.......................................... 701-234-0705 Wildlife Pursuit................................... 701-261-4697 Wood -N - Wheels ATV Club................... 701-219-9963 Lets Go Fishing..................................... 218-844-5106

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Saturday Seminars Company

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Jay’s Garden Boutique Jayna Davis 10:30

Wildlife Pursuit Jeremy Elbert 1:00

Spring Tablescaping with plants Wildlife Hunting

Jeremy Elbert will be hosting a Youth Archery shoot each day from 11:00 – 3:00 for kids under the age of 13. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

BECKER COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES www.co.becker.mn.us/dept/environmental_services • 218-846-7310

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• Sheetrock ends and pieces.

• Untreated, clean wood scraps • Window glass • Bituminous/concrete (includes asphalt pavement and blacktop) • Concrete (including re-rod) • Stone • Uncontaminated soil • Masonry (bricks, stucco and plaster) • Untreated wood (including painted, stained and/or

varnished dimensional lumber, pallets, grubbing, particle board, plywood, fencing and dock materials) • Siding (Includes vinyl, Masonite, untreated wood, aluminum and steel.)

• Wall coverings • Electrical wiring and components • Roofing materials • Duct work

• Wall board, sheet rock • Built-in cabinetry • Plumbing fixtures • Affixed carpet and padding • Ceramic items • Conduit and pipes • Glass (limited to window and door glass from buildings and structures) • Insulation (Includes fiberglass, mineral wool, cellulose, polystyrene and newspaper.)

• Plastic building parts • Sheathing • Molded fiberglass • Rubber roofing • Drain tile • Recognizable portions of burned structures • Metal • Ceiling tile • Wood and vinyl flooring • Asbestos-containing materials non-friable only (e.g. siding)

Becker County is now accepting Hazardous Waste from businesses – by appointment only – call for details. 218-846-7310.

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or more than 35 years, Foltz Buildings of Detroit lakes, minnesota has been the leader

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Why Hire a Licensed Building Trade Professional?

7 Tips on Why you Should Hire a Licensed Building Trade Professional: • These companies are abiding by the MN State Statute rules to be registered with the MN Department of Labor & Industry: residential contractors ($15,000+ gross per year), electricians, plumbers and power limited technicians (lawn sprinkler technician, garage door technicians, low voltage technicians, data communication technicians).

Each company must have a least one qualifying person who holds licensure for their industry type required by Minnesota statute. Each company pays a license fee every two years (MN Statute Section 326B).

• Each qualifying person must show proof of specified levels of liability insurance (determined by the MN statute) at each renewal period (MN Statute Section 326B.46).

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• Each qualifying person must show proof of workers compensation for the company employees (MN Statute Section 176.182).

• Each qualifying person must take proper continuing education in a specified time period to renew their license by renewal date (MN Statute Section 326B). This is to ensure that proper codes are followed for specified trade. Each building trade profession has specific code requirements that cover safety and well being of the public.

• Each licensed company pays by bond or recover fund fee that covers resolution issues between consumers and building trade professional.

Consumers that hire an unlicensed contractor do not have access to the contractor recovery fund.

• In accordance to the MN Statue (Section 327A) residential licensed contractors must provide a home warranty which provides a 1, 2 and

10 year warranty.

• Licensed building trade professionals have their work inspected in code adopted areas and are issued certificates of occupancy. In code and non-code adopted areas nonlicensed building trade contractors cannot pull land use permits or building permits. Municipalities ask for proof of active building trade professional licensure on land use permits and building permits.

Log Onto Verify Building Trade License:

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Download Department of Labor & Industry Homeowners Guide:

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Home building methods face major changes

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builders are now seeing how green construction options can have a positive impact on their business.”

Indeed, concrete is plentiful and it’s in high demand. The ICF system is now the choice wall-building method on ‘net-zero’ construction projects south of the border. The term netzero applies to buildings that are so energy efficient they don’t tap any public utility fuel supplies at all. ICF construction has already produced net-zero elementary schools in the United States, where Canadian technology was applied with the Nudura system of ICFs. The goal in the future is for as many homes, schools, and public buildings as possible to be designed for net-zero from the ground up.

BUILDING GUIDE If this type of energy-efficiency sounds right for you, too, be sure to make specific requests to your builder, Blyth says. Underscoring these proactive measures, the non-profit organization LEED also reminds us that constructing a green home leaves a much smaller carbon footprint due to less demand on natural resources. It will create less waste and be healthier and more comfortable for the occupants. If you’re thinking about building to the LEED standard, take a look at just one example of the efficiency and benefits if you switch from woodframing to concrete. The ICF system t

All across North America, home builders tend to agree that the better real estate investments -- for both the occupant and for future re-sale value -- may be best served by a whole new approach to construction. One major change addressing energy consumption and rising fuel costs is the optional use of an air-tight, solid concrete system to replace inefficient wood framing. Insulated concrete forms (ICFs) erect a building with an interlocking system, similar to Lego.

“It’s a switch for builders, but those who have switched over tell us it’s quite easy to build with ICFs,” says Todd Blyth at Nudura, a leading name in the field. “Customer demand has driven this change and

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FROM PAGE 12

is explained and found at nudura. com, with a snapshot here.

FUEL SAVINGS: Walls built with ICFs are proven to reduce energy bills up to 70 percent; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; and reduce or eliminate exposure to mold, mildew and other indoor toxins. The net cost over time is comparable to that of owning a conventional home and the resale return is generally assured.

DURABILITY: Concrete is expected to stand the test of time. Due to high impact resistance, these concrete walls assure maximum safety in high wind areas.

Fire resistance is also reported to be maximized at four hours.

COMFORT: As opposed to wood frames, air gaps are eliminated and that minimizes the potential for mould growth and draft.

The end result is an airtight struc-

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Photos above and right from nurdura.com

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What Should You Do When Hiring a Contractor?

• Hire a licensed contractor Although there are some exceptions, most residential builders, remodelers, and roofers are required to have a state contractor license. Contact the Department of Labor and Industry to verify licensure and to check for any sanctions against a particular contractor.

• Contact your local builder association There are 14 local builder associations in Minnesota and the Builders Association of Minnesota will gladly tell you which one to contact. If the contractor you have chosen is a member, the Association will have more specific information.

• Ask for references Every contractor will have a list of references. Make a point to contact and ask former customers if they were satisfied with the contractor’s work, if they encountered any problems, or if they would change anything. Ask to PAGE 16 | 2014 BUILDERS’ MAGAZINE

see homes the contractor has built in your price range.

• Ask your contractor...

How long have they been in business? Where and under what name? Who are their subcontractors? How long have they worked together? Have they been the subject of any legal action regarding their work?

For more information, visit www.dli.mn.gov

IMPORTANT: After you give a contractor, it’s a good idea to makes sure the contractor has obtained the proper permits. For most projects, the contractor must obtain building or zoning permits before beginning the work. Check with your city or county. is a member, the Association will have more specific information.

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When building or remodeling your home or business, make sure you contact us for latest services and cost saving programs being offered.

• Special off peak electric heating rates • Rebates for a wide variety of Energy Star appliances • Cash incentives or high efficient electric water heaters • Free lighting audits for business customers • Customized rebate programs for business customers • HVaC rebates for ECm motors, air conditioning, air source heat pumps, geothermal heat pumps and programmable thermostats • Separate metering option for outdoor watering

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Any unwanted, unused medications

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A Place to Live, Play & Enjoy Summer The Village of Riverview is a seasonal, 130 lot, permanent park along the Pelican River with access to Detroit Lake. We have boating and swimming available to everyone. We are an exclusive ownership RV community which opens for residents from May until October providing “at the lake living” to people at affordable prices.

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Call us or visit our website to discover how you can help.

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130 Spacious Lots Private Marina for Owners Long Term Financing Available City Water & Sewer Provided to each site Laundry Facilities & Private Showers Common Areas are maintained by Management Company Boat Access to Eight Eating & Drinking Establishments and 4 Adjoinong Lakes Exercise Studio with Commercial-Grade Equipment

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No expense was spared in the building of this beautiful 5 bedroom, 4 bath home. Maintenance free Stucco and ABC seamless steel siding, 8’ basement walls, 9’ ceilings on main floor. Hardwood kitchen/dining w/custom built Braaten cabinets. Owner/Agent. Call John.

New construction in Lake Forest Addition in Deteroit Lakes. This new home will offer high quality finishes, open floor plan, gas fireplace, master suite with wic and bath. Knotty alder trim and doors, Minnkota windows, appliances, landscaped and irrigated yard all on a beautiful wooded lot. Over-sized 3-stall garage buy now and be a part of the options and finishes. Call Eric. $466,000 #22-56495

The perfect home on beautiful Floyd Lake. Two story lake home with 4 bedrooms (plus 2 guest bedrooms above garage), 2 bathrooms, gas fireplace and large kitchen/dining area with plenty of room to entertain. Bonus room above garage makes a great game room and guest quarters. Large bedroom on main floor and nearly 3000 sq. ft. of living space. Call John. $479,000 #22-56533

Come and enjoy relaxation on beautiful Cotton Lake at this level and sandy lot! Not just an upgraded 2 bdrm/ 1bath cabin, a 2bdrm/1bath guest house to meet your needs! Garden shed as well! Newer shingles, siding, windows and all of the amenities for your home away from home! Turn key ready with dock included. Call Tracy. $269,900 #22-56504

$349,000

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Custom home with top end workmanship, materials and details on the east side of crystal clear Pickerel Lake. The home has 4 bedrooms (1 now an office), 2 baths, master suite with jacuzzi and walk in closet, family room/loft, vaulted ceilings, lots of glass to enhance the view,and a blend of various woods used throughout. The majestic white pines frame wonderful views. North woods serenity! Dave Schiller. $539,000 #22-56420

These Luxury Twinhomes with lake access to Big Detroit Lake are located near Long Bridge and will feature large open spaces, vaulted ceilings, in-floor heat, 2 bedrooms, office/den, eat-in kitchens, 3 car finished garages quality finishes and so much more. Call Mike for details. owner/agent Prices starting at $275,000. #22-56514 & 515

Location, location. Pelican Point on Big Pelican. Darling 2bdrm/1ba cottage, 70’ perfect frontage with the elite composition that Pelican Point is known for.

Detached single stall garage with extra storage. Lakeside screen porch, dock included. Call Monica.

Located on one of the cleanest lakes in Minnesota this newer well designed Lake 7 family retreat features a level lot, amazing lake views, sugar sand beach, amazing yard w/ mature trees and small creek. This home has a maintenance free exterior, cathedral ceilings, large eat-in kitchen, huge living room, 4 season room and oversized garage. Dave Schiller. $539,000 #22-56509

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Magnificent lake home on ‘must see’ 1.8 ac. lvl lot on Lake Ida! This incredible peninsula lot has 459’ of frtg, huge sandy beach & great swimming! Enjoy panoramic views from every window! Recently updated 3bd/3ba yr round home feat. an open flr plan w/2 decks & WO LL great for entertaining. Lg kitchen w/island, granite countertops, SS appliances, tile flrs & custom cabinetry. Includes 2 stall att. gar., carport, & det. 2 stall gar. for extra storage. Maint. free siding & decks. Easy commute on paved roads to F/M area. Call Tracy. $599,900 #22-56507

This one of a kind home is impressive and located on the East side of Lake Melissa in Detroit Lakes with 180FF. Custom built by local contractor. Large windows on all lakeside rooms. Gourmet Kitchen with Brazilian granite, main floor master suite, bonus area above garage, two fireplaces, ‘crow’s nest’ for viewing lake. Geo-thermal heating & cooling. Extensive landscaping. Two patios for entertaining. Private setting, spectacular sunsets! Call Eric. $2,250,000 #22-56498

Fully Furnished Bass Lake Home. 4 BR, 3 Updated Baths, 2 FP, Living & Gaming Spaces w/Large Windows, Walkout, Deck, New Roof, 30x40 Heated Shop and Much More. 6 Miles from Itasca State Park & Boundary Waters Entertainment. No Need to Ever be Bored! Call Lisa. $394,900 #22-56523

Located on 5 acres near Cotton Lake, this charming 4 bedroom, 3 bath home features a gourmet kitchen, huge living spaces, oversized crafts room, floor heat and so much more. If you need tons of space and privacy along with an amazing wooded setting this is the one! Call Mike. $399,500 #22-56539

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Privacy is What You Will Get on 200 Feet of Quiet Lakeshore, Connecting to Entertaining Detroit Lake. 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath, Living & Deck Space. Extremely Large Family Room with Fireplace, Incredible Amounts of Storage, and All Perfectly Cared for Just Minutes from Town. Tar Drive, 4 Stall Attached, Plus Heated Shop Garage, Sprinkler System Creating Impeccable Lawn. Make it Your Lucky Day! Call Lisa. $399,000 #22-56542

Elite on Big Pelican. Elegant, traditional style 5bdrm/4bath, with tremendous custom detail. 3 levels, 9’ ceilings, stunning chef’s kitchen, hand scrapped maple floors, wool carpets, stunning windows to match the 7mile view across Pelican Lake. 6000 sqft home built in 2008 sits on some of the finest lake bottom in the region; 100’ of bliss. Spectacular sunsets.

5 gar stalls, beautiful concrete drive. Boathouse on water. Call Monica.

Rare Find: Lake lot with 188 acres on Big Pelican. 72’ frontage bottle-necking out to 188 gorgeous acres.

Lake lot is level w/excellent lake bottom on Senn’s Beach. Land consists of ponds, wooded, wetlands & approx 110 acres open. Old building site sold ‘as-is’.

Tremendous potential & land value here! Call Monica. $999,999 #22-56460

Little Detroit Lake~Year Round Home. 2 BR Completely Remodeled in 2008 with New Interior Sheet Rock & Pine, Wiring, Fixtures, Plumbing, Insulation, Flooring, Cabinets, Counters, Appliances, etc. Set Back From West Lake Drive Enough to Have Fantastic Views of Lake. Home Warranty Included! Call Lisa.

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2014 BUILDERS’ MAGAZINE | PAGE 21

Home Maintenance Calendar JANUARY/FEBRUARY

o Clean or replace furnace filter o Clean or replace air-cleaner o Check and clean mechanical ventilation system (HRV) o Clean snow from air intakes, exhaust and meters o Clean range hood filter o Remove snow from roof to prevent ice dams o Clean and check sump pump and pit o Clean faucet aerators and turn on infrequently used faucets and

put water in floor drains to maintain the trap’s water barrier. o Lubricate all moving parts on garage door and opener.

Safety test door opener.

MARCH/APRIL

o Check and clean mechanical ventilation system (HRV) o Clean or replace furnace filter o Clean snow from air intakes, exhaust and meters o Remove snow from roof to prevent ice dams o Check gutters and downspouts and clean if needed o Inspect basement/crawl space for seepage/leakage o Maintain proper grades for drainage throughout property o Be sure to check for settling after spring thaw o Check and repair any screen damage o Inspect roof for damage and make repairs when necessary o Adjust thermostat for season change, check humidity levels to

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MAY/JUNE

o Check and clean mechanical ventilation system (HRV) o Check air intakes, exhaust and meters of debris, nests, etc. o Check gutters and downspouts and clean if needed o Open outside hose connection o Check and clean central air conditioning system o Check landscaping sprinklers to ensure proper alignment (do not

let them soak your siding or foundation) o Replace air conditioning filters monthly or as recommended by the manufacturer o Inspect pressure and temperature valve on water heater o Clean A/C condenser o Maintain proper grades for drainage throughout property o Safety pressure test garage door opener. Lubricate all moving parts

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JULY/AUGUST

o Clear air intakes, exhaust and meters of debris, nests, etc. o Check gutters and downspouts and clean if needed o Check exterior finishes o Check and clean mechanical ventilation system (HRV) o Air out damp basements on dry days or use dehumidifier o Have furnace (heating system) serviced o Check hot water heater for mineral buildup, drain, refill o Check and repair interior caulking and grout on tile in showers

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o Check fireplace and chimney; service or clean if needed o Clean range hood filter o Check and clean mechanical ventilation system (HRV) o Clear air intakes, exhaust and meters of debris, nests, etc. o Do safety checks: smoke detector, fire escape routes, fire extin-

guisher, door and window locks o Check gutters and downspouts and clean if needed o Check roofing and flashing for signs of wear or damage o Check roof vents/ soffit vents o Close outside hose connection and drain o Winterize landscaping and blow out irrigation system o Inspect pressure and temperature valve on water heater o Maintain thermostat for season change, check humidity levels to

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Specialty Concrete, Inc.

We do driveways, sidewalks and patios in traditional or colored, stamped decorative concrete.

Foundations • Paver ALL TYPES of Flatwork — FrEE ESTimATES —

14693 West Lake Sallie Dr., Detroit Lakes, MN

Office 218-847-3817 cell 218-841-8484 20 Years Experience Licensed • Bonded Insured

John Bergquist

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Membership Directory BUILDERS & REMODELERS Ahmann Construction Wayne Ahmann phone: 218-935-2622 Al Clark Construction Al Clark phone: 218-849-4489 email: clark7@arvig.net Anderson Constructors David Anderson phone: 218-532-7429 email: dgander@loretel.net Briard Construction Hunter Briard phone: 218-439-6043 email: briardconst@loretel.net Cogger Construction Rick Cogger phone: 218-849-7459 email: cogger25@gmail.com Crowell Construction Tom Crowell phone: 218-847-1931 email: crowellconstr@arvig.net Do- Right Construction of the Lakes Jim Herman phone: 218-234-1095 email: doright@arvig.net Don Tietz Construction Don Tietz/J. Coley phone: 218-439-6271 email: jasoncoley@loretel.net Dynamic Homes Arlen Johnson phone: 218-847-2611 web: dynamichomes.com

Keith Francis & Son’s Construction, LLC phone: 218-556-9711 email: jfrancis@mahnomen. k12.mn.us

B & M Electric, Inc. Mike Eidenschink phone: 218-847-1946 email: ame123@arvig.net web: www.bmelectricdl.com

Klinton Barthel Construction, Inc. phone: 218-841-2087 fax: 218-844-5461 email: constkb@yahoo.com

Bell State Bank & Trust Julia Okeson phone: 218-844-3000 email: jokeson@ statebanks.com web: statebanks.com

Nodsle Construction Perry Nodsle phone: 218-847-7603 email: pnodsle@hotmail.com Paul Davis Restoration & remodeling Jeff Boehm phone: 218-847-1800 email: jboehm@pauldavisdl.com web: pdremodel.com Mark Stone Construction Co. Mark Stone 414 Bryant Ave. SW Wadena, MN 56482 phone:218-639-5059 email: mark-camille @mstoneconst.com Modern Living Concepts Custom Homes Bryan Schoenberger phone: 218-841-2006 email: bryan @mltcustomhomes.com web: affordablecustomes.net

Foltz Builders David Foltz phone: 218-847-3281 email: foltz@foltzbuildings.com web: foltzbuildings.com

Scott Buchholz Construction Scott Buchholz phone: 218-864-9947 fax: 218-864-5046 email: scottbuchholzconst @arvig.net web: www.scottbuchholz construction.com

Francis Construction of Detroit Lakes David Francis phone: 218-847-4054 email: defrancis@arvig.net

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Francis Genereux Construction Francis Genereux 218-849-8808 email: flgenereux@arvig.net Gary Heitkamp Construction Gary Heitkamp phone: 218-847-9452 email: heitkamp2@msn.com Heritage Homes, LLC Tyrone Leslie phone: 701-281-7184 email: tleslie@heritagefargo.com Hemmelgarn Builders, Inc. James Hemmelgarn phone: 218-346-2377 fax 218-346-3242 email: hbi@arvig.net JBS Builders, LLC Jayson Storo phone: 218-232-0472 & 218-495-2005 email: jaysonbs@live.com web: jaysonbs@live.com

Woytassek Custom Homes Warren Woytassek phone: 218-844-4661 Amerigas Propane Tom Kirby phone: 218-847-1133 email: kirbyt@amerigas.com web: amerigas.com

Anderson Brothers Construction Co. Tom White P O Box 1635 Detroit Lakes, MN 56502 Phone: 218-346-6004 Cell: 218-821-4079 email: tomw@andersonbrothers. com web: www.andersonbrothers.com Arvig Security Service Jill Mack phone 218-844-8518 email: jill.mack@arvig.com At Ease Dock & Lift John Drewes phone: 218-849-5212 email: thedockguy@live.com B & D GRANITE TOPS Danielle Lesmann, Phone: 701-200-9172 email:bdgranitetops@gmail.com

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Bremer Bank Steve Greszewski 218-846-0362 sagerszewski@bremer.com Budget Blinds Melody Kruckenberg phone: 218-844-7052 email: melmayinc@gmail.com web: www.budgetblinds.com Classic Concrete Contractors Dan Baker phone: 218-849-4744 Crane Johnson Lumber Greg Neisen phone: 218-346-5555 email: gneisen@cjlumber.com Cullens Home Center Dan Zierden phone: 218-998-5070 Custom windows Joe Honrud phone: 218-758-3888 email: honrud@eat.com Elsner Well Drilling Kelly Elsner phone: 218-844-8400 email: elsnerwelldrilling@wcta.net web: elsnerwelldrilling.com Esser Plumbing & Htg. - Aire Serv Kelly Fingalson phone: 218-841-8849 email: kfingalson@esserinc.com web: esserplumbingandheating. com Foltz Drywall, Inc. Nate Foltz phone: 218-844-8837 email: nfdrywall@hotmail.com Gemstone Masonry Todd Rodeman phone: 218-334-3274 email: gmocinc@yahoo.com web: gemstonemasonryinc.com Goodin Company Robin Hoffert phone: 218-847-9211 Web: goodinco.com Greens Plumbing & Heating Mark Green/Nick Green phone: 218-847-7542 email: greens@arvig.net web: greensplumbing andheating.com Hanson’s Plumbing & Heating Robin Hanson 218-342-2422 rhanson@eot.com

Hough Inc. Mike Hough phone: 218-847-7391 email: mgdhough@hotmail.com I’ll Tile & Stone Troy Fingalson phone: 218-847-0335 email: illtileandstone@yahoo.com web: www.illtileandstone.com Jutz Excavating Ed Jutz phone: 218-334-5692 Kahle Plumbing & Heating Dave Kahle phone: 218-847-1008 KINETICOTHE WATER DOCTORS Local Contact - John Maples phone: 218-844-7873 email: lakeswaterdoc@gmail.com web: kinetico.com Lake Region Electric Co-op Dan Husted phone: 218-863-1171 email:dhusted@lrec.coop Laneys, Inc. Chad Harstad phone: 218-847-1309 LaVelle Company Tim Roble phone: 218-849-7876 Malstrom Electric Brad Malstrom phone: 218-847-3132 email: info@malstrom electricinc.com web: malstromelectricinc.com Menards Steve Novak phone: 218-846-9885 Midwest Bank Stephen Daggett & Denise Fredrickson phone: 218-847-4771 Email: denise.fredrickson @midwestbank.net web: midwestbank.net Midwest Minnesota Community Development John King phone: 218-847-3191 email: jking@mmcdc.com web: mmcdc.com Modern Heating & Plumbing Rick Michaelson phone: 218-847-7459 email: modernk@arvig.net web: modernheating andplumbing.com North Country Kitchens Ed Lillis phone: 218-847-1022 email: ray@northcountrykitchens.net web: northcountrykitchens.net Olson Pool & Spas Steve Olson phone: 218-483-3541 email: steve@olsonpools andspas.com web: olsonpoolsandspas.com Painters Plus of DL Shane Heille phone: 218-847-5295 email: paintersplusofdl@gmail.com

Pella Windows & Doors Wayne Reichling phone: 701-281-1390 email: wayner@pella.com web: pella.com Pro Build Randy Jundt phone: 218-847-2688 email: randy.jundt@probuild.com web: probuild.com Pro Systems Corp Mike Brodsho phone: 218-847-9277 web: psys.com Schiller Insurance Ross Gailfus phone: 218-847-5696 email: rgailfus@warner andcompany.com web: schillerins.com Seland’s Abbey Flooring Center Richard Seland phone: 218-739-1177 email:rich@selands.com web: www.selands.com Stenerson Lumber of detroit lakes Joel Nelson phone: 218-847-2188 Stenerson Lumber of fergus falls Mike Diekman phone: 218-739-4481 email: mdiekman@ stenersonlumber.com web: stenersonlumber.com Twin City Garage Door Jeff Swenson phone: 701-281-4759 email: sales@tcgdwf.com web: tcgdwf.com Tweeton Refrigeration & Heating Dan Tweeton/Scott McKenzie phone 218-847-7537 email: tweetonrefrig@arvig.net Western Products, Inc. Katy Krehlik/Designer phone: 701-280-5994 email: katyk@ westernproducts.com web: westernproducts.com Water Furnace International Jeff Petersen phone: 877-533-0026 email: jeff.petersen@ waterfurnace.com web: www.waterfurnace.com Zayic Concrete John Brehm phone: 218-844-2200 email: zconcrete@arvig.net web: zayicconcrete.com

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