Vol. 42 No. 3 2022
TREASURER Eric Fitzgerald, Truist IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Will Yearns, Granville Homes, LLC
I President’s Message 4 G R E E N S B O R O B U I L D E R S A S S O C I A T O N - B U I L D E R U P D A T E
PROFESSIONAL WOMEN IN BUILDING Susan Mowery, Building Dimensions, Inc.
BUILDER
DIRECTORS Ed Butler, Brickwood Builders, Inc. Sal Cagno, Budget Blinds Kathy Haines, Kathy Haines Homes by eXp Realty Board of Directors DIRECTORS Brian Disney, Brian Disney Homes, Inc. Casey Johnson, Johnson & Lee, LLC Elizabeth Ward, D.R. Horton Alex Wolfe, Wolfe Homes DIRECTORS Kevin Black, Builders FirstSource Issie Knapp, Morrison Millwork Cathi Roberts, Convergence Maureena Shepherd, Maureena Shepherd & Associates
1ST VICE PRESIDENT Kevin Pegram, Kylind Services, Inc.
STATE DIRECTORS Tom Hall, Windsor Homes Van Smith, Tradition Homes Joan Swift, SwiftCreek Construction and Real Estate Services, LLC DELEGATES Scott Allred, Precept Construction, LLC Gary Hill, J. Gary Hill, LLC John Hodgin, John Hodgin Construction
2022 Board of Directors Executive Committee / Officers PRESIDENT Susan Mowery, Building Dimensions, Inc.
Membership growth and involvement are critical to our Association’s success. This fall we will have our annual membership drive. We encourage you to look at who you are currently doing business with…and if they are not a member of the Greensboro Builders Association…ask them to join. Our First Wednesday Member Connections is a great venue to invite prospective members to attend with you…allowing them to experience the value in networking with other industry members. In September, we celebrate the 65th anniversary of the formation of the Greensboro Builders Association. In addition, we plan to break ground on our 65th Habitat home as part of our Raising Roofs…Builders for Habitat initiative. There will be opportunities over the next 6-9 months for all members to be involved in helping us construct this home, including engaging Guilford County Schools and GTCC students.
Here’s to a great second half of the year for all of us!
Susan Mowery 2022 GBA President
t’s hard to believe that we are already in the second half of the year. As we continue to face challenges daily with supply chain delays…limited workforce…regulatory still wake up every day feeling energized and ready to take on what the day brings in an industry I love. I cannot imagine not building homes and helping others obtain the home of their dreams. We are fortunate to be part of a Builders Association that also strives to serve its members… helping us make business connections with other like-minded businesses…as well as provide support to the community. I experienced first-hand the importance of being a part of a trade association this past month when we visited with members of the Guilford County delegation in Raleigh…along with industry members from across the state. Working together across all spectrums of our industry is critical in helping to identify the key issues that are impacting us…and collectively working to find solutions that can ease restrictions and regulations that negatively impact our businesses, both locally and across the state. Within our local association…we have a busy fall planned…full of opportunities to re-engage and connect with existing members as well as meet newer members that have joined over the past few years when we were not able to meet in person. From industry resources and educational programs…to marketing and networking…to mentoring students interested in construction…to giving back to the community…we have you covered.
ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT Rebecca Lenz, Lenz Designs SECRETARY Michael Legg, The Sherwin-Williams Company
2ND VICE PRESIDENT Tim Marion, Marion Tile & Flooring
REMODELERS COUNCIL Tim Marion, Marion Tile & Flooring SALES & MARKETING COUNCIL Eric Apple, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
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Within this publication, you will find a listing of all our upcoming events…as well as planning teams that would welcome your participation. Please consider finding a place to engage and connect. Reach out if I can help you in any way.
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We recognize how extremely busy everyone is…but we would like to ask that you carve out a little time to get involved within our Association…whether that be attending an upcoming event…or joining one of our planning teams focused on our key priorities for the year.
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Co., Inc. Ford Matthews, FM Contracting, LLC Phil Warrick, Certified Repair, Inc. PHONE: 336.855.6255 www.GreensboroBuilders.org
TOUR of Remodeled Homes oin us for the 25th anniversary of the TOUR of Remodeled Homes, presented by the Remodelers Council, Saturday & Sunday, August 20-21 from 12 noon – 5:00 pm…admission is free. We are excited to be able to offer Open Houses for some of our renovations…as well as Virtual Tours for all TOUR entries. This annual event provides an opportunity for attendees to explore the possibilities for their own home’s transformation whether that be a complete renovation, master suite addition, upgrades to kitchens and/or baths, outdoor living space, and more! Special thanks to our remodelers, industry partners and sponsors for showcasing professional remodeling, along with new design trends, products and services, as part of this year’s TOUR. Access Virtual Tours on the GBA website…along with a copy of the TOUR Followmagazine.uson social media for photos and additional information on this year’s TOUR of Remodeled Homes. TOUR SPONSORS Eight professional renovations are being showcased in this year’s TOUR featuring the following remodelers and industry partners. OPEN HOUSES Creative Building Group, Inc. with The Kitchen Studio, Inc. Entry 1 7102 Lentz Court, Summerfield Kitchen & Bath Laura Redd Interiors Entry 2 6604 Alley Road, Summerfield Interior Design Marion Tile & Flooring Entry 3 1804 Swannanoa Drive, Greensboro Bathrooms Windsor’s Cabinetry for Kitchens and Baths Entry 4 908 Sunset Drive, Greensboro Kitchen VIRTUAL TOUR ONLY DLM Builders, Inc. Entry 5 Complete Renovation & Addition Batts Builders, LLC with MM Interior Design Group Entry 6 Kitchen, Pantry, Laundry & Mudroom Kylind Services, Inc. Entry 7 First Floor Renovation & Addition Batts Builders, LLC with MM Interior Design Group Entry 8 Kitchen, Family Room & Foyer Virtual Tours for all entries can be found on the Greensboro Builders Association website at www.GreensboroBuilders.org GreensboroBuilders.org TOUR OF REMODELED HOMES GREENSBORO BUILDERS ASSOCIATION | AUGUST 20-21 J FOLLOW US: Greensboro www.GreensboroBuilders.orgBuilders 2022 Tour of Remodeled Homes Greensboro Builders Association G R E E N S B O R O B U I L D E R S A S S O C I A T I O N - B U L D E R U P D A T E 5
Associates EXPO Wednesday, September 21 Bill Black Chevrolet Associate Members: Secure your exhibit space for our annual Builder/Remodeler Appreciation Night as we have a limited number of exhibit tables. Builders/Remodelers: This event is specifically for you and your employees to preview new products and services by our participating Associate member exhibitors. RSVP Required. GBA Invitational Tuesday, September 27 Greensboro Country Club – Farm Course We’re excited to return to GCC’s Farm Course this fall! Sponsorship and Player Registration is open on a first come…first serve basis. Tee times are available beginning at 9 am. Don’t delay as this tournament sells out quickly. Additional Information: www.GreensboroBuilders.org Mavis Holcombe (336) 706-6942 6 G R E E N S B O R O B U I L D E R S A S S O C I A T O N - B U L D E R U P D A T E Membership Events Housing, Economic & Political Forecast What’s Ahead for the Building Industry Monday, September 26 Presentation 4:00 – 5:30 pm Networking Reception 5:30 – 7:00 pm Starmount Forest Country Club Join us on Monday, September 26 at 4:00 pm for national updates on housing, economics and politics featuring Jim Tobin, NAHB Chief Lobbyist and David Logan, NAHB Director, Tax & Trade Policy Analysis. Tobin will share updates on important policy issues NAHB is tracking on Capitol Hill along with a preview of the 2022 general election and its impact on our industry. Along with the national housing forecast, Logan will share insights into the supply chain issues our industry continues to face. Special thanks to our event sponsor: Piedmont Wholesale Engineered Products Reservations are required. Tickets are $25 per person. RSVP by September 21 www.GreensboroBuilders.org
Instructor: Steve Monroe For additional information, contact Amy Jones at (336) 855-6255 (office) or (336) 707-0760 (mobile) ajones@greensborobuilders.org
Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) Earn the national Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) August
designation virtually. Courses are scheduled for
17-19 and do not have to be taken together. You can register for 1-3 courses. Once all three courses have been successfully completed, you will earn the national CAPS designation. Register on the GBA website at least one week in advance. For additional information, contact Michelle Harris at (336) 855-6255 or email her at mharris@greensborobuilders.org. www.GreensboroBuilders.org G R E E N S B O R O B U L D E R S A S S O C A T I O N - B U I L D E R U P D A T E 7 THEADVANCINGFUTURE HOMEBUILDINGOFYOURTRUSTEDSOURCEFOR: Our people, service and solutions equip you to outperform today as we invest in new technologies and automation to help you transform tomorrow. VISIT BLDR.COM Windows Doors Millwork Hardware Siding Decking Greensboro 336-884-5454 Clemmons 336-712-9910
Continuing Education for General Contractors As an approved NCLBGC education provider, we are offering CE courses this fall with discounted pricing for GBA members. All courses will be offered virtually via Zoom. You have the option to register for a full day (8 hours) or select different dates for morning and/or afternoon sessions. We will be offering the 2-hour mandatory class each day, along with a 2-hour and 4-hour electives, all of which are NC Builder Institute courses. Find course descriptions and registration information on the website.
Builder News
September 22 Common Contracting Mistakes Caused by Poor Communication (2 hr) Basic Business Planning (4 hr) Instructor: Rusty Kling October 6 Can Your Business Survive a Construction Defect Claim (4 hr) IAQ (Indoor Air Quality): The Key Ingredient to Whole Living (2 hr) Instructor: Sean Sullivan October 11 Effective Marketing Strategies for New Construction (2 hr) Digital Marketing (4 hr) Instructor: Steve Monroe and Tammie Smoot November 16 The Numbers Behind a Successful Remodeling Company Retirement Planning (4 hr) Instructor: Erik Anderson November 21 Effective Marketing Strategies for New Construction (2 hr) Building Quality Relationships with Trade Contractors (4 hr)
GBA Invitational at Bryan Park Members In Action
First Wednesday Member Connections Members In Action
KBYBuilderGroup Residential Builder Kofi Yiadom (336) 215-3448 NVR - Ryan Homes Residential Builder Jim Cappellett (919) 627-0340 Toledo Homes, LLC Residential Builder Guillermo Toledo (336) 362-5508 AmericanAssociateIndustrial, LLC Heating & Air Conditioning Service Rick Ramsey (336) 855-3301 Best Tile Tile Suppliers Jeff Dietrick (919) 389-9720 Sponsor: Ed Butler ConvoRally SteveSoftwareBatts (336) 215-4530 Creative Arch Works, Inc. Metal Farbrication Tina Safriet (336) 880-0877 JM Exterior Home Improvements, LLC Siding Contractors Julieta Miranda Perez (336) 345-1249 Mighty Mouse Services LLC Excavating, Grading, & Trenching Rachel Cowder (336) 441-2211 NextHome Triad Realty Real Estate Sales & Marketing Evan Langston (919) 842-2385 Sponsor: Brittni Cooke Professional Installs, LLC Doors & Millwork William Partee (800) 516-1010 Skill Pro Painting Painting Contractors Martin Villanueva (336) 501-8994 Sponsor: Tom Grose Trisouth Roofing Roofing Contractors Chris Allen (336) 815-7755 ConvoRallyAffiliate Jeewan Thapa (336) 215-4530 Welcome New Members 10 G R E E N S B O R O B U I L D E R S A S S O C I A T O N - B U I L D E R U P D A T E Exclusive discounts that benefit you, your business and your family nahb.org/Savings NAHB Member Put your membership to work. Mike White | 336-994-3797
Builders’ Insulation Combs, CommunityInc.Housing Solutions Endura Products Evans Engineering, Inc. FM Contracting, LLC Four Seasons Concrete, Inc. General Shale Green Edge Construction, Inc.
Absolute
Contractors,
Inc. G R E E N S B O R O B U I L D E R S A S S O C I A T O N - B U L D E R U P D A T E 11 May 2022 13 Thirteen Design & Planning American Industrial, LLC Aquatic Designs, Inc. (ADI Pool and Spa) Beeson Hardware & Lumber Co. Blue Ridge Companies, Inc. Brett CapitalMothersheadOneSpark Business Charles B Price Trim Carpenter Clearlight Glass & Mirror CSM DisneyFlooringConstruction Co. DLM Builders, Inc. Eason Construction, Inc. Eastwood Homes Fred’s Grading & Masonry Gate City Flooring & Interiors of NC Interior AB Construction, Inc. International Drywall, Inc. J&G Quality Construction, LLC Jose Sanchez dba Jose Sanchez Concrete & Masonry Kelly Construction Co. Old School Home Repair / Improvements Paint Master Paint Company, Inc. Pro Paint & Drywall Pull Construction Company, Inc. Ramon Espitia Drywall Sampson Management and Construction The Kamp Group, LLC TMCS, Inc. dba TMC Services, Inc. TRACO Drywall, Inc. True WalravenHomesSignature Homes, LLC July 2022 AKR Builders, Inc. Brian Riker Homes, LLC Bullock Enterprise Burt Electric Co., Inc. Double Hung, LLC Dr Johns H20 FEI Civil Engineers and Land Surveyors Garman Homes, LLC Godwin Insurance Agency Investors Land Services, LLC/Monarch Homes J R Kellam Contractor, Inc. John D Liscovitz Custom Builders, Inc. L and P Construction Service, Inc. Lugos & G, LLC Marble Granite World, Inc. MBB Construction, LLC Movement Mortgage Penn Construction Pest Management Systems, Inc. Pete Wall Plumbing Co., Inc. Piedmont Natural Gas Co. R and B General Construction Renn & Renn Construction Co. Silverstein Construction Corp. Toledo Competition Paint, LLC Trisect Commercial, LLC Welborn Electric Company, Inc. Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Windsor Homes Wired South, LLC GBA Member Profile Email to info@greensborobuilders.org or call Amy at (336) www.GreensboroBuilders.org855-6255
Piedmont Personal Builders, LLC Pine Hall Brick Company Pinnacle Bank R & K Custom Homes Rankin III Grading, LLC Renovation Works, Inc. Rhino Realty of the Triad Secure Internet Solutions, Inc. Sir Speedy T. A. Garner Construction, Inc. Tanner Built Homes, LLC The Bonitz Company of Carolina, Inc. Tradition Homes US Lawns of Greensboro Vinyl Siding Institute Whitman Construction, LLC Wholesale Ceramic Tile, Inc. Win-Win Remodeling, LLC
June
Thank You for Renewing As a trade association, we exist because of YOU…our members. The past two years have been challenging for everyone. We have been fortunate that construction was deemed an essential service allowing our members to continue to operate throughout the pandemic. This has been a direct result of your 3-in-1 membership as our local, state and national associations continue to advocate the importance of the building industry to our economy. Thank you to the following members for your renewal. We greatly value and appreciate your continued support. We encourage all members to Do Business with Members…you can find a listing of all members on the GBA website at www.GreensboroBuilders.org. 2022 84 Sani-Can Service, Inc. Recycling LLC Alpine Builders, LLC, Midstate Hospitality Group, LLC Amanzi Marble & Granite, LLC Batts Builders, LLC Blackburn Insurance Service,
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Green River Homes Corp Huckabee & Associates Ideal Pest Control Interior Enterprizes, Inc. J. Gary Hill, LLC Jadel Construction, LLC James Hardie Building Products JDL, JesusInc.A. Aguilar Masonry Jim Davis Landscaping Johnson & Lee, LLC Kay Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. KMW Builders, LLC” Laughlin-Sutton Construction Co. Long Beach Construction M & J Developers, Inc. Matt Marshall and Co. McGee Brothers Co., Inc.
Do Business With Members 12 G R E E N S B O R O B U I L D E R S A S S O C I A T I O N - B U L D E R U P D A T E Automobile Dealership www.parkschevy.com JUSTFROMMINUTESYOU! SEECOMEYOURLITTLECHEEPERDEALER Visit Us Today at 615 Highway 66 South, Kernersville, 27284 Building Materials 603 East 17th Street • Winston-Salem 336.722.8167 • www.smithphillips.net •Lumber •Cabinets •Roofing •Moulding & Trim •Windows & Doors •Decking & Railing BUILDING STRONG COMMUNITY Building Materials VISIT SHOWROOMOUR Prehung Door Systems Multiple Window Lines Custom Storage Systems Custom ReclaimedMillworkWood (336) 273-6958 www.thebuildingcenterinc.com Serving the Triad for 30 years. Concrete & Cement BILLY BUCHANAN Ph 336-315-0777 Fax 336-315-0073 Cell 336-944-1976 296 S. Edwardia Drive Greensboro, NC 27409 b.buchanan@centralcarolinaconcrete.com Casey 336-669-4860ClappBradLee336-520-1427KevinWalker336-391-7730 Building Materials CLEMMONS 3 7 0 1 D i l l o n I n d u s t r i a l D r i v e 3 3 6 7 6 6 6 4 8 1 c l e m m o n s @ t a l b e r t b u i l d i n g s u p p l y c o m ASHEBORO 2 5 1 R o s s S t r e e t 3 3 6 6 2 5 2 1 9 5 a s h e b o r o @ t a l b e r t b u i l d i n g s u p p l y c o m
Raising Roofs…Builders for Habitat
Chair: Sal Cagno, Budget Blinds & Cathi Roberts, Convergence
Join our planning team as we are gearing up for our Reverse Raffle to be held on Wednesday, November 2 at the Greensboro Elks Lodge. It’s a fun night with dinner provided. Only 300 tickets will be sold…and someone will walk away with $10,000!
Chair: Tom Hall, Windsor Homes Planning is underway for our Fall Membership Drive to be held during the month of October. We also are recruiting Membership Ambassadors as well as volunteers to help with upcoming events such as our annual golf and skeet tournaments.
We are planning to begin construction of our 65th Habitat home in the White Oak Heights neighborhood later this year. This will be a traditional Habitat build over the course of several months, engaging members and students throughout the construction of the home. If you would like to join our planning team…or volunteer to assist by donating your time, services or building materials…please let us know.
Chair: Susan Mowery, Building Dimensions & Joan Swift, Swift Creek Construction We are excited to have launched our PWB Council this year with a focus on educational and networking opportunities for women in construction, along with building greater awareness and providing mentorships. We currently have 51 members and growing. This is a NAHB sponsored council with annual dues and requires an active GBA membership to join. All women in our Association are encouraged to join.
Construction Careers
$10,000 Reverse Raffle
Professional Women in Building (PWB)
As a volunteer-driven membership association…we need your participation to help us grow and expand the programs, benefits and services we provide. We encourage you to get involved in one of our planning teams…as well as attend upcoming membership meetings and special events.
Chair: John Hodgin, John Hodgin Construction Company
Chairs: Brittni Cooke & David Richardson, Movement Mortgage Efforts are underway to re-establish our Young Professionals group. You are encouraged to attend and invite other young professionals to our networking socials on the 3rd Wednesday of the month…locations vary.
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Membership Advisory Team
Chair: Will Yearns, Granville Homes Building greater awareness and interest in construction careers is a priority for our association. We have internal and external focused committees. Our goals include identifying members interested and willing to interact with students…while broadening our partnerships with educational and community organizations. A task force is being formed to help develop a scholarship program for area students.
Young Professionals Network (YPN)
Upcoming Events Alamance Iron Works Cinch Home Services First National Bank Greensboro Kitchen & Bath Piedmont Natural Gas Co. Pinnacle Bank Wholesale Ceramic Tile, Inc. BRONZE Blossman Gas, Inc. Colonial Materials, Inc. Pine Hall Brick Company SILVER GOLD DIAMOND SPONSOR CLUB 2019 KI TCHEN & BATH GreensboroBuilders.org 2022 SPONSOR CLUB 14 G R E E N S B O R O B U I L D E R S A S S O C I A T O N - B U L D E R U P D A T E Mark Your Calendars for the following programs and events, currently scheduled between now and year-end. You can find additional information on the GBA website and in your Member News emails on these and other events closer to the date. Many require reservations…so make sure to RSVP on the website. •August 13 Grasshoppers Game – PMI Jersey Night supporting Raising Roofs…Builders for Habitat •August 17 Young Professionals Network (YPN) After Hours •August 17-19 Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) Virtual •August 20-21 TOUR of Remodeled Homes •September 7 First Wednesday Member Connections •September 15 Professional Women in Building (PWB) Celebration •September 21 Associates Expo / Builder Appreciation Night •September 22 Continuing Education for General Contractors Virtual •September 26 Housing, Economic & Political Forecast featuring NAHB lobbyist & economist •September 27 GBA Invitational Golf Tournament @ Greensboro Country Club – Farm Course •October 5 First Wednesday: Oktoberfest @ Ferguson •October 6 Continuing Education for General Contractors Virtual •October 8-9 & 15-16 Fall Parade of Homes •October 11 Continuing Education for General Contractors Virtual •October 13 TREBIC Pig Poultry & Politics •October 18-20 21st Century Building Expo & Conference Concord •October 19 Young Professionals Network (YPN) After Hours •November 2 $10,000 Reverse Raffle •November 4 Fall Skeet Tournament •November 16 Continuing Education for General Contractors Virtual •November 16 Young Professionals Network (YPN) After Hours •November 21 Continuing Education for General Contractors Virtual •December 8 Holiday Party Make sure you are following our website and social media pages for updates on these and other events, along with industry news. GBA Members Greensboro Builders www.GreensboroBuilders.org
