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contents

THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE BUILDING INDSTURY ASSOCIATION OF GREATER LOUISVILLE

association news 10 Putting on the Best Face for Your Business 14 Reaching Renters ... and the Next Generation of Buyers 16 Codes Corner departments Perspective Letter.................................5 Member Meetings............................24 Spike List.........................................26 Member News..................................27

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Homearama -- Offering Members a Sneak Peek into the Latest Home Design Trends That Can Impact Your Business

New Members..................................28

It’s almost here – Homearama, the summer tradition that energizes the local home building industry and creates a buzz within the community about the latest trends and designs in new home construction. The last two weeks in July have become a tradition for many who are eager and curious to see what local home builders and interior designers are up to.

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Corporate Sponsors..........................28 Honor Roll.......................................29 Members Pending............................29 Calendar of Events...........................30

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1000 North Hurstbourne Parkway Louisville, KY 40223-4012 (502) 429-6000 FAX (502) 429-6036 Email: newhomes@bialouisville.com Web Site: www.bialouisville.com 2014 OFFICERS Perry Lyons President Pat Durham Vice President Don Karem Treasurer Jeremy Esposito Secretary Tom Raver Associate Vice President Charles J. Kavanaugh Executive Vice President BUILDER DIRECTORS Brandon Bailey Jack Band Dave Ernst Michael Isaac David Lurding George Miller Jason Orthober Chris Osborne Rocco Pigneri Dick Pike Mark Simpson Leo Thieneman, Jr. Ben Tyler Scott Welch

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HONORARY associate DIRECTORs Frank Arnold, Sr. Richard Bean PUBLISHER Charles J. Kavanaugh EDITOR Tara Brinkmoeller Advertising Melissa Mattingly Kimberly Greenwell 502.429.6000 GRAPHIC DESIGN Scott Dudgeon Writers Stacy Smith Rogers BIA Issues Nancy Miller Product Features BIA Staff PRINTING United Graphics

Take Advantage of the Many Member Benefits Provided through Homearama

by Chuck kavanaugh

It is once again time to put the spotlight on new homes and a new home community in Louisville in a big way – that’s right, it’s Homearama time! Beginning in May and culminating next month during Homearama at Shakes Run, the Building Industry Association of Greater Louisville will be devoting extra attention and time to educate consumers about Registered Builders, new development and new home products and technologies. Whether you are involved with Homearama or not, the emphasis placed on promoting the residential building industry benefits all members.

This year Homearama will of course focus on new home floor plans, technologies, products and materials, interior design, and energy efficiency, but we will also be spending time talking about the design elements related to the neighborhood development.

This year’s site is the most sustainable to ever host Homearama. It is designed with less pervious pavement area, no traditional storm sewers, tons of trees (preserved and planted), and bioswales that will serve as a natural storm water filtration mechanism as well as a neighborhood amenity.

This is a site and Homearama that you will not want to miss! What will be showcased in Shakes Run in Homearama truly is the future of new home communities and new homes. It will serve as a tremendous venue to help stimulate your current and future customers by offering them ideas and a reallife example of their potential projects. A great way to maximize your business relationship with clients, as well as take advantage of one of your many member benefits, is to purchase discounted tickets to Homearama to give to your clients. Building Industry Association members are able to purchase tickets for $5.00 (a 50% discount!) in advance. Tickets must be purchased through the office or online by a BIA Louisville member. You will surely leave a great impression on your customers by providing them with tickets to Homearama.

Be sure you also engage in the #Homearama conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Provide comments on the Facebook.com/HomearamaLouisville page to help build your company’s brand recognition and show your support of the event. We have a grow-

ing following for our Homearama social media which can positively benefit your company with little investment of time.

There is some positive momentum building for new homes in Louisville. Permits are on the rise and we are expected to build roughly 3,000 new homes this year, up by 18% over last year. Be part of the new home buzz this summer and take advantage of Homearama which showcases the future of new homes and development at Shakes Run. I hope you will join us for the Preview Party on Friday, July 11th from 6:00 – 8:00 PM in Shakes Run and again as the Show is open to the public July 12-27. Find more information online at Homearama.com and join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter! See you at Homearama in Shakes Run! Sincerely,

Charles J. Kavanaugh Executive Vice President Building Industry Association of Greater Louisville june 2014 5

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By Stacy Smith Rogers, Grace Communications, LLC

It’s almost here – Homearama, the summer tradition that energizes the local home building industry and creates a buzz within the community about the latest trends and designs in new home construction.

The last two weeks in July have become a tradition for many who are eager and curious to see what local home builders and interior designers are up to. This year’s event will offer even more, with a special emphasis on how residential developments in the future might be designed. The festive atmosphere of Homearama, combined with the beautiful countryside of Shakes Run, will offer a great opportunity for people to simply relax, socialize, have fun and start planning their own dream homes.

Green Infrastructure Makes a Formal Introduction at Homearama This year, Homearama-goers will be exposed to green infrastructure within and around the homes themselves. While energy efficiency has been a buzz phrase for several years, this Homearama will tout “green infrastructure” as the phrase to know and understand. As the first residential development in Louisville to demonstrate green infrastructure features, Shakes Run will highlight how it is pioneering ways to utilize bioswales instead of underground storm pipes to manage stormwater.

By using natural rocks and boulders, amended soil and strategically selected vegetation that has deep roots, the bioswales are designed not only to be effective, but also attractive.

People leaving Homearama this year will have been exposed to the extra steps that developers and builders are taking to be sensitive to the environment while demonstrating the creativity involved in constructing green infrastructure in new residential areas. One of the benefits of “green infrastructure,” as it applies to construction, is how it handles the rain water that runs off a site, along with the pollutants that affect

living spaces. Staff from the Metro Sewer Department (MSD) will be on-site at Homearama to explain green infrastructure to the public, how it helps the environment and how the local building community is working with them to accomplish environmental goals.

Pick a Day (or Two) to Do Your Research, Educate Your Employees or Treat a Client to the Homearama Experience Homearama at Shakes Run this year will offer attendees a comfortable pace, with eight homes on display. Attendees will be treated to thoughtfully-designed floor plans and a few wow factors as well, in-

Preview Party Get a Sneak Peek of Homearama 2014 at the Preview Party at Shakes Run ...

The Homearama Preview Party will be held 6:00-8:30 p.m at Shakes Run. They’re open to BIA members and special guests. Tickets are $50 and are available at the BIA office by calling 429-6000 or emailing Jessica Embry at jessica@ bialouisvlle.com. Tickets must be purchased prior to the party because PREVIEW PARTY TICKETS CANNOT BE PURCHASED AT THE EVENT. Preview Party Sponsors:

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cluding a home with a built-in aquarium and another with an elevator.

BIA Vice President of Events and Operations Gail Schell explained, “There are literally thousands of design ideas within these eight homes. This year will allow people to better focus on each house and remember them. I think that will have an impact on voting. People will remember them better because they will have had more time to spend in them. It will give each house more of an opportunity to stand out.”

“Even if you’re not officially part of Homearama, it can still be a good way to generate business.”

– Gail Schell

Schell encourages members to head out to Shakes Run and to bring their clients/customers along with them. “Even if you’re not officially part of Homearama, it can still be a good way to generate business. If a member owns or works for a company that supplies products for the building industry, Homearama is a must-see. I would encourage them to bring clients along with them. For example, if you represent a flooring company and you bring a potential client to the event and they see something they like, say bamboo flooring, chances are they’re going to be able to get a similar product through your business,” she explained.

Schell emphasized the value in taking the time to either accompany a client to Homearama or send them out there to look. “From a business standpoint, it makes sense and in the end, it will reflect well on the company who cared enough to show their clients the products that are on display,” she explained. Schell also said that attending Homearama gives members a chance to see what other members are doing and to “test drive” the idea of being a part of the event next year. “They are probably going to be surprised at the exposure they can receive. If Homearama is something they’ve ever considered doing, it’s a good opportunity to come and and see it all in action,” she added.

“The general public, potential buyers, builders, designers and all who are industry-related, get to ‘walk’ the livability of the new and latest design features, products and decorating ideas in homebuilding.”

decorating ideas in homebuilding.” Lyons also emphasized the impact that sending friends and customers out to the event could have for the local industry. “As of April, four of the eight homes have been sold. These contract homes showcase how Homearama homeowners benefit from the newest in technology, appliances, flooring, fixtures and behind-the-walls construction techniques that have just been introduced to our area.” For years going forward, that could sway potential homeowners to consider buying a Homearama home prior to the event in the future, so they too can take advantage of getting to customize a home that features cutting-edge technology and amenities at a much lower price.

Fun Events Add to Homearama Atmosphere In addition to the excitement of getting a sneak peek of the latest home products and designs on the market, Homearama provides a great “date-night” atmosphere. This year, a creatively-designed outdoor patio area will complement the concession space, encouraging attendees to socialize and discuss some of the unique home products they’ve seen. Wine tastings will also add to the festive atmosphere, as will live music.

Members Can Purchase Discounted Tickets Online BIA members are offered half-price tickets to Homearama for $5.

They can be purchased at the BIA office through June 25 or online at http://tickets.homearama.com. The tickets are offered for one-day passes only. (Please note that tickets for the public purchased onsite at Homearama are $10 and can only be paid for with cash or by check.)

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Perry Lyons, P.L. Lyons, Inc., commented on the value of being able to “walk” through these innovative ideas and products as opposed to learning about them online or in a store. “The general public, potential buyers, builders, designers and all who are industry-related, get to ‘walk’ the livability of the new and latest design features, products and 8 louisville builder • bialouisville.com

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Putting on the Best Face for Your Business Customer relations, sales and marketing tips offer BIA members checklists for success

By Stacy Smith Rogers, Grace Communications, LLC

One of the benefits of BIA membership is access to expert advice about marketing. The BIA Communications Department includes a talented team of individuals who can work with members to determine effective ways to market their businesses.

BIA Director of Communications Kieler Henry said his best advice is to listen to customers. “It sounds simple, but it’s easy to miss. Take time to learn your customer’s perspective, and shape your product to meet their desires. Remember, what they ask for is not always what they want. The more you can close the gap between what they want and how they articulate their desires, the more likely you are to deliver a satisfactory product.” Henry also noted ways to keep customers in the loop, “Regular progress reports help maintain or adjust expectations. The adage ‘no news is good news’ is becoming obsolete. We live in a world of unlimited data; the more you provide your customer, the more confidence they’ll have that you’re doing your job well.”

When it comes to communicating with clients, Henry advises members to adopt the “honesty is the best policy” rule. “The truth about prices, quality and business reviews is rarely more than a web search away. Being upfront about those details, even when it means occasionally recommending a competitor, means giving up information that’s already public in order to gain the trust of your customers. Trust will keep them returning to you even when Google suggests your competition might be cheaper.”

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customers feel valuable. Henry emphasizes the value of making sure a customer feels connected. “If your customer feels a connection to your business, they’ll be more hesitant to do business elsewhere every time a new product hits the shelves. The cold, anonymous business transaction will work for those who are continually churning out the latest gadgets. For everyone else, making the customer feel like they have valuable input is essential to ensuring the longevity of the relationship.”

Henry urges members to make sure communication lines with customers are kept open, but to make sure the information that is communicated is valuable to them. “Ask for feedback. Stay in touch. Don’t clutter customers’ inboxes and mailboxes with daily material befitting

Top Five Rules of Effective Customer Relations 1. Listen to your customer 2. Keep your customer in the loop 3. Give honest feedback 4. Partner with your customer 5. Keep the communication lines open

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We live in a world of unlimited data; the more you provide your customer, the more confidence they’ll have that you’re doing your job well.”

- Kieler Henry the spam folder. At the same time, don’t be afraid to contact your customers after you deliver a product or service. The key is to offer valuable content periodically rather than worthless content continually. If your customers grow to trust you as an authority in your field, they’ll respond the next time they want or need something you offer,” he explained.

Steps to Effective Marketing Melissa Mattingly, BIA Media Director, illustrates a successful company through an equilateral triangle, with service, advertising and product equally highlighted on each side. “Your service is equally as important as your product, which is equally as important as your advertising. You can have the best product and service, but if no one knows about you, then you won’t be able to thrive,” she said. Mattingly encourages members to remember one of the most important rules in advertising, “It’s not about who you know, but about who knows you and knows what you do!”

“So, the question is how to get the right people to know you and what you do,” Mattingly explained. She broke down this challenging question into three simple steps. “The first thing you want to do is to identify your target audience. These days, this goes beyond the age and demographic profile, but also includes behavioral targeting.

For instance, if you are looking for someone who is in the market to buy new carpet, are they adults 25-54, with a household income of $75,000+ and like to garden?” Mattingly said that behavioral targeting takes identifying an audience one step closer to determining how to reach them.

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The BIA Communication staff can assist in determining which BIA media vehicles work best to reach certain audiences. “We are devoted to helping you grow your bottom line,” Mattingly said. “In addition to advertising opportunities with BIA, we are also very knowledgeable about other non-BIA opportunities and want to invite you to contact us to set up an appointment to create your perfect advertising plan.”

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This couldn’t be more true. Once you identify your audience and how you can solve their problems, then it’s just a matter of placing your creative message in media venues that will reach your core audience.”

Mattingly emphasized the value in these three steps and focusing more on establishing a brand that’s what customers are searching for rather than slashing prices to be the cheapest product on the market.

“Contrary to popular belief, price point is not necessarily the best way to increase business. People are spending, but due to the recent recession they are being more decisive about where they are spending.”

Step Three: Shout your message out loud The second important step, Mattingly said, is to get creative. “Come up with a message that identifies with your customer. Figure out a common problem your customers have and provide the solution. Determine what benefit your customer receives by using you and how you differ from your competitors,” she explained.

Next, Mattingly emphasized, make sure the message is heard loud and clear in places where customers are spending their time. “I once

“By advertising in the Membership Directory you will place your company and the product/service it provides at the fingertips of over 2,100 members. With its new look, we have made it even more of a convenient guide,” Mattingly explained. “Louisville Builder is an award-winning publication that is sent out monthly to every member, and with its strong pass-along rate it is one of the most effective ways to reach members, many of whom are the decision makers, on a consistent basis,” she said. Louisville Builder is live online, promoted by social media, and because only members have the opportunity to advertise in it, it demonstrates support of the association. “Your advertisement can be big, small or somewhere in between. Or, you can showcase your product in our special products section,” Mattingly elaborated.

“One way to stand out amongst the crowd is through sponsorships. Sponsoring member events is a highly effective way to increase and/or maintain top-of-mind awareness.”

- Melissa Mattingly

She also said that sponsoring meetings is a great way to reach that business-to-business target market. “One way to stand out amongst june 2014 11

Putting on the Best Face for Your Business the crowd is through sponsorships. Sponsoring member events is a highly effective way to increase and/or maintain top-of-mind awareness. There are a plethora of opportunities throughout the year,” she explained. Mattingly also encourages members to get involved in a committee. “This is an outstanding way to have your voice heard and share your opinions and talents,” she added.

New Home Buyers If a member’s marketing is primarily directed toward homeowners with a household income of $75,000+ who are looking to purchase a new home, renovate their existing home, or are interested in products and services that will enhance their residential lifestyles, the BIA team recommends one or more of the following:

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• Advertising in the BIA targeted publications for public events such as the Home, Garden & Remodeling Show, Homearama and Tour of Remodeled Homes (The Greater Louisville Relocation Guide is also an excellent advertising venue for reaching potential homebuyers.)

• Become a sponsor for an event, including the Home Product Expo, Home, Garden & Remodeling Show, Homearama or Tour of Remodeled Homes To contact Melissa Mattingly or Kimberly Greenwell and find out how to make the most of BIA membership through marketing, email them at melissa@bialouisville.com or kimberly@bialouisville.com or call the BIA office at 429-6000.

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June is Homeownership Month and a Chance for BIA Members to Work Together to Promote the Value of Owning a Home Most Americans consider homeownership to be a primary source of wealth and financial security and the single best long-term investment they’ll make. Countless generations of homeowners have taken pride in being handed the keys to their first home and being able to unlock the dream of homeownership. Each June, Homeownership Month sheds light on the fact that a home is so much more than an investment. In good times and in bad, the opportunity to own a home has been a cherished ideal and is a continued source of pride, accomplishment, social stability and peace of mind. However, as a result of the unstable economy in recent years, would-be homeowners have played it safe and turned to renting instead of buying. The convenient advantages of renting have overshadowed the benefits of buying for many renters, specifically young renters who traditionally would be considered first-time buyers. That’s a challenge for building industry professionals, but one that can be confronted with collective efforts to educate this audience on the value of homeownership and the opportunities available in Greater Louisville.

How Can BIA Members Work Together to Promote Homeownership to Renters?

How can BIA members work together in June to promote homeownership to renters? Mira Farmer, Louisville Realty Group, suggests that BIA members promote the advantages of homeownership through social media and their websites. “Facebook and other forms of social media are good ways to reach out to a lot of would-be buyers. Many of them don’t understand the tax advantages of home ownership. I advise builders to promote links to articles that educate renters on the value of homeownership,” she explained. “Renters don’t have any control over their rent. It could go up considerably, while most homeowners know exactly what they are paying. BIA members can help educate this group of potential buyers by promoting the value of owning a 14 louisville builder • bialouisville.com

home on their websites as well as through social media venues,” she added.

“BIA members can help educate this group of potential buyers by promoting the value of owning a home on their websites as well as through social media venues.”

– Mira Farmer

Joe Simms, Remax Associates, echoed Farmer’s suggestion on educating would-be buyers. “The major thing we need to do is educate renters on the benefits of owning. If a renter would take the time to

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meet with a financial lender and find out what they could buy and compare that with rent, they would be amazed,” he said. “This process of buying a home for the first time has always been scary, and just coming out of an economy where property values have dropped doesn’t help. But the fact is that prices are starting to trend back up, interest rates are still low and rents are higher than they’ve ever been,” Simms explained. He suggests putting a new spin on old ideas that have been successful in reaching renters in the past. “I recommend going back to something that’s worked for us in the past, and that’s the first-time home buyer seminar. You provide dinner in a non-threatening location, send out invites and tell the story of homeownership. You want to make sure to have people there who can walk them through the process,” he said, noting that the power of social media can help drive attendance and spread awareness.

“The major thing we need to do is educate renters on the benefits of owning. If a renter would take the time to meet with a financial lender and find out what they could buy and compare that with rent, they would be amazed.”

– Joe Simms

Simms also suggests that BIA members make sure they are providing renters with the tools to access information about the value of homeownership. “There’s a neat website, Karl’s Mortgage Calculator (drcalculator.com/mortgage -- it’s also an app), that can demonstrate how you can pay off your mortgage. It helps educate people on simple things like how paying $100 a month more toward the principal can shorten the life of your mortgage,” he explained. Simms said that he also turns to traditional methods that have incorporated updated technologies, such as VoicePad that allows homebuyers to access information directly on their smart phones.

Tune In to What Youthful Buyers are Looking For Louisville is ranked #8 on Forbes “10 Most Affordable Cities” list.

(The study analyzed the 100 largest U.S. cities to determine their overall affordability based on housing, cost of living and other factors.) It makes sense to consider the affordability of living in Louisville and owning a home here. It’s also full of neighborhoods that promote socializing. New developments are including that emphasis on socializing within their developments by featuring walking trails, clubhouses, green spaces and other areas. Farmer noted that youthful buyers are looking for social opportunities as they hunt for newly built homes.

“They value the social aspect, and it could be something as simple as a shared playground area or community pool.”

Farmer said that younger homebuyers are also really tuned into energy-efficiency and are doing their research before they start looking for homes. “A lot of these young buyers are paying attention to better insulation and lower utilities costs. They are asking about windows and planning ahead. They don’t want to encounter unexpected costs for replacing windows in 10-15 years.”

Simms said he recently sold a home to a first-time homebuyer couple who was very aware of energy efficiency, and that is definitely a good selling point for newly built homes. “Now is a great time to tout the energy efficient aspects of newly built homes, especially with the winter we just had. Homeowners have more control over energy costs than renters do because of the energy-efficient products on the market.”

Promoting Homeownership Through Social Media Every BIA member benefits when new homes are purchased.

Whether it’s the uptick in consumer confidence or the trickledown effect of people buying items and services for their new houses, when a new home is built in Greater Louisville, many more members benefit beyond the ones involved in the actual sale. So, it makes sense to join forces to promote homeownership, and the easiest and most cost-effective way of doing that is through social media.

Post, Tweet, Pin and Share Homeownership Benefits

Buyers today are online, especially first-time homebuyers. An easy way to promote the value of homeownership is including links that can be found through NAHB, HGTV and other home-related media venues. NAHB offers the following suggestions on getting in touch with potential homebuyers online: • Post a new homeownership fact every day. (Find examples at nahb.org under the “For Consumers” link.)

• Connect with fellow members on social media and ask them to help spread the word about National Homeownership Month.

• Ask your Facebook fans/friends to post on your wall why they think homeownership is great, why they bought a house or to post pictures of their homes.

• Interview open house attendees and post them on YouTube.

• Blog about the benefits of homeownership or buying a new home, or invite a few homeowners to be guest bloggers and write about why they love their homes.

• Blog or create photo albums with descriptions about new home technologies or green building practices.

• Create a local Instagram photo competition - encourage people to take photos of what homeownership means to them and tag with a branded hashtag you create.

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New Online Portal Offers Direct Connection to IPL – Makes Checking on Status of Permits Easier and Faster Contractors in Louisville can look forward to easier processes for managing permit inspections. According to Assistant Director of Codes and Regulations and Construction Review Manager David Marchal, a new portal found at louisvilleky.gov/ipl/Construction+Review expected to launch later this month will allow contractors to apply for building permits online.

Currently, contractors can get HVAC and electrical permits online, and conveniently outside the hours of 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. With the expanded capabilities through this online permitting portal, Marchal said contractors will be able to do the same with building permits by the end of June. The difference in the new online option is a tremendous savings of time and manpower on the part of both the city and the contractors. “It frees up our clerks from doing data entry and picking up messages off the voice mail and it also lessens the chance for human error. Contractors can upload their drawings so it saves them a trip downtown.” Marchal said the online permitting will improve customer service and save evearyone time and money.

“With the online permitting, they can check on everything and have an immediate response. They can go in and see all the permits they have in progress, request inspections, make payments and see the status of inspection results.”

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“Typically, permit holders might call into the inspection line, leave a voice mail or email us. And, in most cases they would have to wait for a response. With the online permitting, they can check on everything and have an immediate response. They can go in and see all the permits they have in progress, request inspections, make payments and see the status of inspection results. Basically, it offers a direct connection to our system,” he said. Marchal urges contractors to go ahead and get an account to be ready when the online permitting is launched.

There is no fee. All that is required is a password. “I hope that everyone is aware of the services we plan to offer and will get familiar with them soon, so when we hit the switch they’ll be ready to go,” he added.

“I’m glad they are moving forward toward online permitting. I think it’s a good step for the future,” BIA Codes Committee Chair Don Karem said. For more information on online permitting 24/7, visit louisvilleky.gov/ipl/Construction+Review.

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inspections within building permits. The goal is to improve coordination between the two departments to enable sidewalk inspections to occur at the same time the house is being inspected. Sidewalks have to comply with ADA standards, per the regulation that states that cross slopes of sidewalks in new developments cannot be greater than two percent. To better manage compliance, it was decided that sidewalks should be inspected when the house is under construction. In addition, active meetings between BIA’s Land Development Committee and the two city organizations have been ongoing in an effort to reduce the amount of time developers are holding bonds on sidewalks.

The goal is to improve coordination between the two departments to enable sidewalk inspections to occur at the same time the house is being inspected.

EPA to Drop New National Post-Construction Stormwater Rule. Local Requirement Still in Effect for Capturing first .6 Inch Rainfall The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) had dropped plans for a National Post-Construction Stormwater Rule that would have required all builders to retain a certain volume of stormwater onsite by using low-impact development. Rather than proposing the new rule on a national level, EPA is focusing efforts on education programs related to low-impact development techniques. NAHB is communicating with the organization about assisting them with those education efforts. The decision is considered a huge success by NAHB, which has worked for years in battling against this national rule.

The decision is considered a huge success by NAHB, which has worked for years in battling against this national rule.

Locally, a version of that rule has already gone in to effect (August 1, 2013) in Louisville, requiring new developments to incorporate methods to capture and treat the first .6 inches of rainfall on a site that disturbs one or more acres. Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) is the local agency held responsible for implementing the regulation, which is designed to improve water quality and alleviate the burden on local sanitary and storm sewer systems. MSD is offering financial incentives for developers who go beyond the .6 inch capture.

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Flooring can be where great design begins, according to the industry experts Louisville Builder consulted. Natalie Goodin of The Flooring Gallery, Tim Henson of America’s Floor Source, Donna Mudd of Sam Kinnaird’s Flooring and Granite, and Greg Turner of Carpet Specialists discuss the latest happenings in flooring.

Goodin: Buyers may have taken themselves out of the market for a few years, but they’re now beginning to spend money on flooring and are willing to pay more to get exactly what they want. The word “value” means different things to different people. If someone plans to stay in a home for a long time, they tend to not skimp on the flooring. They don’t want to buy cheap and end up having to soon replace the floor.

But the objective is to always find the right product at the right price.

Flooring is crucial to residential interior design but it is also an important factor in commercial design. For commercial work, we basically do replacements. Just like residential, the commercial market is coming back. Commercial clients also want a facelift for their projects.

Truthfully, I think the whole world is ready for a facelift in flooring.

Henson: Many things that used to be sold only for commercial applications are now being offered for residential. They’re extremely durable for extreme longevity. And they lend themselves to more of a contemporary look.

Hardwood Goodin: For the first time since carpet was manufactured, hard surfaces make up more than 50 percent of the total flooring market. Hard-

wood is one of the largest segments of the market. In the Louisville area, we see a great deal of hand-scraped birch and a lot of hickories.

There’s a resurgence of the smooth products because not everyone liked the handscraped look, although we continue to sell quite a bit of hand sculpted and the wire-brushed.

Wide widths haven’t waned in interest. I’m receiving many requests for long boards, six or seven feet in length and finger-jointed. Thanks to the width of the finger jointing, the product doesn’t gap or cup.

Some people may be surprised to learn that they can have an engineered hardwood floor in hickory for less money than a ¾-inch thick, 2 ¼-inch wide oak floor. Certainly for this part of the country, an engineered floor is a better product because of our temperature and humidity swings. Most homes don’t have a dehumidifier on their furnaces, so the floor can cup or gap. But with an engineered floor, you don’t have to worry as much about that.

Domestic species are outselling exotic woods. That’s partially because exotics react to the local climate by changing color. As far as exotics are concerned, acacia is the most often requested.

Bamboo has taken a hit because it has been difficult to get a high quality product and the pricing has gone sky high. The higher prices reflect federal regulations that have been put in place. Of course, there are some $1.99 bamboos out there, but they may contain formaldehyde.

Green sounds good, and for some buyers it’s a major factor. But there seems to be a balance between customers wanting to be green and how much they’re willing to pay to be green. Also, it’s important to look at the carbon footprint of how a product gets here. If it’s made in China, the distance it has to travel affects the carbon footprint.

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Customers really understand that there’s great value in hardwood. It seems like everyone is always happy with it and it can be depended on to increase the value of the house.

- David Turner chian area. The company plants two and-a-half trees for everyone they cut down. So, that’s a green product for our region.

Henson: The news in hardwood is about wide planks as opposed to 2 ¼-inch wide strips. We’re selling 5 to 7-inches, even up to 10-inches wide. There’s a lot of demand for true reclaimed hardwood, rustic looks such as barn siding and other woods that have a historical appearance. The Nantucket feel, including whitewashing and other colors like blues and grays is also getting considerable attention.

Mudd: I don’t think there’s the level of interest in handscraped as there was previously. Instead, a quieter and more undulating appearance has taken over. Wide planks, up to seven or eight inches, remain a big hit among buyers.

Turner: The interest in hardwood flooring is much like it was in the ’50s. That includes both new construction and changing out the flooring for remodels. Customers really understand that there’s great value in hardwood. It seems like everyone is always happy with it and it can be depended on to increase the value of the house.

The most prevalent wood used today is hickory because of its natural beauty. It gives a nice variation in color and is very hard. Because not every board will stain the same, the floor has a lot of character.

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Right now there’s a lot of buzz about grayish tones in hardwood.

Taupes and grays are frequently chosen by builders, designers and homeowners. They’re neutral enough to be versatile but have such an interesting touch of color.

Reclaimed hardwood is enormously popular now, especially in Kentucky where there are numerous wood board fences throughout the countryside. Their appeal is based on the reclaimed, green story that everyone seems to love, the beautiful colors and good pricing because the wood could have been discarded.

A growing number of manufacturers are getting away from the old oil-based polyurethane in favor of a water-born polyurethane, both for sand-and-finish and prefinished hardwood. It’s a clear finish that doesn’t amber up the wood as much. It also enhances the grains of the wood. Scratches from animals aren’t as noticeable because of the harder finish.

Traditionally, builders in Louisville have selected solid hardwood, which is a great product. However, they and their clients are beginning to recognize the advantages of engineered products. Most of the handscraped floors and most of the less expensive woods are engineered. Some come from overseas and some are still made in the United States. They’re good because all the movement is up and down; the floor won’t shrink and the boards stay together. Finishes on many engineered products are scratch resistant and hold up very well, es-

Get the Inside Track on Flooring pecially the handscraped boards. They’re beautiful and last for a long time. They’re ideal for everyday living.

So many people place an area rug on a hardwood floor for added interest. Interestingly, the trend in rugs is going toward fewer borders and a fresh, transitional look. Even older clients are moving away from what could be considered a typical Oriental rug.

Carpet Goodin: Carpet has an interesting green story, with some carpet having a certain percentage of corn and some made of plastic bottles.

There are some carpets that can be down cycled into a number of items, even park benches. Shaw and Mohawk really push the green initiatives. Five hundred Mohawk products contain recycled materials.

Mohawk’s SmartStrand is manufactured with DuPont Sorona, which is a renewably sourced polymer partially made from corn. Production on SmartStrand emits 63 percent less greenhouse gas than the production of nylon 6. But consumers also like SmartStrand for its softness, durability and stain protection. It’s a win-win product.

As reported in The Washington Post, Shaw collects worn carpet and returns it to the company’s manufacturing plants, repurposing every scrap so that nothing ends up in a landfill. Shaw recycles old carpet into new carpet in a closed-loop process, eliminating the need for acquiring raw materials.

Henson: The major trend in carpet is very, very soft fibers. For years, manufacturers have attempted to develop softer fibers but haven’t been able to master them without sacrificing durability. Now they have figured it out and are producing carpet that is as soft as cotton but still very strong. In the showroom, if a traditional fiber is compared with the new carpets, there is an undeniable difference. The soft carpets are more expensive but are very well received by consumers. All the manufacturers are working to improve the products even more. Mohawk is leading the way with Silk, a premium soft carpet that has three times the fiber of typical soft nylon, and features built-in stain and soil protection that never wears or washes off. It is excellent for maintaining its original appearance without crushing or matting, is highly durable and offers high odor resistance. It is easily cleaned with only water and a mild detergent.

Mudd: Coastal green, a fresh green that isn’t celadon or emerald, is the “it” color for carpet and area rugs. Gray is still coming on strong, as it has for a couple of years.

Pantone sets the color standards and predicts annual color trends.

There are some absolutely gorgeous new area rugs from Oriental Weavers, one of the most innovative rug companies in the world, that are unique because they use Pantone colors and are offered in patterns such as stripes, geometrics and florals. Since they have a contemporary design but complement any décor, they can totally transform a room.

They’re making a design statement around the country and definitely here in Louisville.

There’s a marked resurgence in flat weaves in area rugs, but they are lighter weight and less patterned than in the past. Taking the place of braided rugs, they present color and pattern but not in an overwhelming way. Rugs with a Moroccan, tile style, pattern are showing up in design magazines and appeal to a range of design sensibilities. Also, what formerly were called Dhurrie rugs are coming back into vogue.

Most households have at least one pet these days. That’s why we’re excited about Pet Protect by Stainmaster. The color safe carpet easily releases pet hair during vacuuming. The Stainmaster carpet cushion

helps keep pet accidents (and a variety of spills) from soaking into the cushion and subfloor, reducing odors when cleaned.

Turner: There are patterns and more patterns everywhere! They’re used throughout the house. The most important thing to remember about pattern carpet is that it will take over the room. The eye will t ravel to the pattern on the carpet rather than to pattern on draperies, sofas or pillows. If you go crazy with the pattern on the carpet, it limits what you can do elsewhere in the room.

Wool manufacturers usually lead the way with patterns because their machinery is built for pattern carpet. However, the tufted manufacturers are discovering how to make great patterns at a lower cost.

Carpet tiles are one of the most often used commercial flooring products. They have come a long way with patterns and color and are made to be very durable and to last for years. In a commercial setting that gets heavy traffic in one area and virtually no traffic in another area, it’s simple to replace a walkway or heavy traffic area with new carpet tiles and not have to replace the carpet in cubicles or other locations. Manufacturers are on the bandwagon with environmentally friendly carpet tiles by grinding up old carpet tiles to make the backing and new carpet. We have done two or three jobs for which it was mandatory that we send back to manufacturers what we had removed.

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Get the Inside Track on Flooring that are about a third of the price. I particularly like the Restoration Collection by Mannington. It has a very rich look in a 12 mm (1/2inch) high density core and in a 6-inch wide plank format.

Luxury Vinyl Tile Henson: LVT is a growing category, and I think it will continue to grow. It has taken a huge chunk of the laminate category because it’s at a very similar price point and the material and labor costs are also similar. LVT has several benefits. It is offered in realistic hardwood, porcelain, ceramic or even stone looks. It comes in several installation methods, including a click, or full-spread glue-down or floating floor, but the edges have an adhesive strip that connects them together. Another plus is that it is highly resistant to scratching, gouging and water.

Mudd: Advances in technology have greatly improved LVT, allowing it to take some of the laminate market.

Turner: The visuals for LVT planking with a wood look are amazing, making it a superb choice for both residential and commercial use.

Read What Else the Experts Say! Henson: Although people love hardwood, it isn’t necessarily the best product for wet areas like a kitchen, bathroom, laundry or mudroom.

Over the last couple of years, designers have been gravitating to the

hardwood look, even reclaimed and rustic, in porcelain tile. The porcelain tiles don’t scratch or gouge and water doesn’t hurt them.

Mudd: The coolest new product is COREtec Plus from US Floors.

Winning the Dealers’ Choice Award at the Surfaces trade show, it is an innovative floor similar to a laminate, but it has a cork core that makes it waterproof. One of the problems with laminates is that they get wet and the core expands, causing problems at the edges. Also with laminates, there’s a limit to the number of feet you can lay without having some sort of trim, or transition, piece that prevents the floor from moving. COREtec Plus doesn’t need that. Another feature of COREtec Plus that it is the same height of laminate so it’s perfect when replacing laminate or when starting completely over. It’s available in tile and wood plank looks. In addition, it’s 9-inches wide by 72-inches long for plank. There’s no other product out there in that size. And it will go over most substrates without prepwork, which eliminates a lot of labor.

Sheet vinyl lost some of its market share for awhile but has made a comeback because of the advances in photography, making it so realistic in appearance. Other benefits are that it has a limited number of seams and is easy to clean up.

Another new introduction is grout that has components that make it fairly impervious to staining, so the color stays true. It’s a little more expensive, but it has a sealer in it and it doesn’t need to be cleaned as often.

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Robert L. Eberenz, Inc. -Honorary..........................154

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Red Spike - 100d Sherrie Kruse, First Capital Bank.....................................141 Jack Band, Jack Band Builder, Inc. ...................................140 Charline Neal, Primerica Financial Services.....................138 Pat Durham, Pat Durham Bldr, Inc. ................................135 Jerry Blacketer, The Blacketer Co......................................131 Scott Yates, Paragon Homes ............................................127 Mike Isaac, Isaac Contracting & Design .........................119 John Rueff, Brecher Co.....................................................117 Bruce Rademaker, Thoroughbred Associates, Inc. ...........110 Sidney J. Anderson, S.J. Anderson Builder, Inc. ...............103 John Thomas, Boland Maloney Lumber...........................102 Robert D. Ford,

R. Ford Construction Co., Inc. -Honorary..............100

75d Perry D. Lyons, Perry D. Lyons Builder.............................96 Shawn Corrigan, Corrigan Electric....................................95 Terrance O’Rourke, O’Rourke & Associates .....................94 Don Karem, Karem Built Homes, Inc................................89 John Lannert, Lincoln Insurance Agency...........................88 Ron Wolford, Ron Wolford Builder, Inc. ...........................86 Amos Martin, Amos Martin Builder ................................83 J.D. Nichols, NTS Corporation .........................................83 W. Bryant Brown, Brown & Carpenter Co., Inc. ..............82 Joe Dumstorf, Trend Companies of Kentucky....................80 Carol Daugherty Epley, Daugherty Insurance Agency ......76 Michael O’Dea, Michael O’Dea Builder............................76 Jeff Thompson, Jeda Homes................................................75

Green Spike - 50d Mike Jones, Signature Green .............................................71 Mark Aschbacher, Lincoln Insurance.................................67 Ron Hartman, Ernst Concrete. .........................................67 Rocco Pigneri, Ball Homes.................................................63 Vic Koestel, General Shale.................................................63 Brendan Kavanaugh, Great Northern Building Products...62 David Mikels, Graber’s Insealators.....................................58 James Pope, Nicklies Development....................................57 Ken Thieneman, Ken Thieneman Builder...........................56 Christopher J. Knopf, Pinnacle Properties of Louisville ....56 Ron Colyer, Colyer Construction.......................................55 Frank Arnold, Prudential Heating & Air Conditioning ...55 Jim Travis, Jim D. Travis, Builder ......................................53 Chris Cundiff, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance...................51

Life Spike - 25d Ken Block, Hyland, Block & Hyland, Inc. ........................49 David Monsour, Monsour Builders....................................49 Derek Smothers, Quality One Steel Design Inc................48 Chris Osborne, DeVille Homes.........................................47 Deepa Kamat, Granite America.........................................47 Leo Thieneman, Jr., Leo Thieneman & Sons, LLC............47 Phil Fackler-Fackler Homes...............................................44 Dave French, LG&E..........................................................43 Greg Schrenger, Schrenger Construction ..........................43 Melanie Pearson, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance...............42 David Rateau, Rateau Construction ..................................42 P.R. Lancaster, Lancaster Built Homes..............................41 Paul Miele, K-I Lumber & Building Materials..................41 Penny Love, Design Innovations, Inc.................................40 Mike Effinger, Effinger Construction.................................38 David Ernst, Prestige Builders............................................38 Phillip Wayne Leigh, Phillip Leigh, Inc.............................38 Davis Boland, Boland Maloney Lumber.............................36 Chris Palmer, DEEM.........................................................36 Woody Hamilton, Semonin Realtors ................................35

Mike Sanders, Mike Sanders Builders................................35 Mike Hall, K-I Lumber & Building Materials .................35 Jason Black, Stonecroft Homes...........................................35 Ben Tyler, Ben Tyler Building & Remodeling ...................34 Frank Taylor, L&T Properties............................................33 David Stemler, PC Home Stores........................................32 John Sizemore, 2-10 Home Warranty................................32 Renotta Henson, Victory Home Builder ...........................30 David Bright, Bright Built Homes.....................................30 Ben Peerce Swindler, Ben Peerce Swindler, Builder ..........29 Vince Kimbel, Kimbel Construction..................................29 Kevin Passanisi, PC Home Center.....................................28 Carolyn Miller, Sure Linc Services.....................................28 Mike Judah, Judah Real Estate ..........................................27 Roger Hack, MRC Construction.......................................27 Larry Link, Bonnycastle Appliance & TV.........................27 James French, J & L Construction.....................................26 Terry Hagerman, Terry Hagerman Builder........................26 Ron Fonk, Woodfield Homes.............................................25 Douglas Amlung, Amlung Construction Company............25

Spike - 6d Kari Vogedes, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance....................24 Delbert Mulhall, Delbert Mulhall & Sons, Inc. ................24 Dan Smith, Stonelake Homes ...........................................24 Todd Hemmer, Lee Brick & Block ...................................23 Jerry Ostertag, Closet Factory............................................22 Joe Simms, Re/Max Associates..........................................22 Brandon Bailey, Bailey Remodeling...................................22 Terry Chynoweth, T & T Chynoweth, Inc.........................20 Lindsay Raidt, Chenoweth Construction...........................19 Clifford (Pete)Thieneman, Clifford Thieneman Co, LLC..18 Peter Cooper, Ansac, Inc.....................................................17 Ryan Miranda, Churchill McGee.......................................17 Jason Orthober, Orthober Custom Homes........................17 Lisa Lynn Knight- Lisa Lynn Designs...............................17 Brad Lehmann, Lehmann Homes.....................................17 Dennis Montana, Lawn Care Co., Inc. ..............................16 Joe Kroll, Joe Kroll Builder.................................................16 Andrew Holden, Commonwealth Bank & Trust...............15 Chris Fuelling, Fuelling Built Homes.................................14 Barry Buffat, Barry Buffat Builder......................................14 Kerrin Hester Jr., Hester Construction ..............................13 Bob Duggins, Kenutcky Concrete......................................13 Clay Jones, The Jones Group..............................................13 Steve Purdy, Prudential Heating & Air..............................12 Scott Church, Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance....................11 David Weis, Meridian Construction...................................11 Tim Henson, Amercia’s Floor Source................................11 Howard Ferriell, H. D. Ferriell, Inc....................................11 James Robertson, Bond Electric.........................................10 Donald Wirtzberger, Sierra Design & Construction............9 Jarrod Vowels, Dominion Homes.........................................9 Mike Danzinger, SB Home Renovations.............................9 R.L. Lanham, R.L. Home Services......................................8 Tom Sims, CBRE/Louisville................................................8 Floyd Chelf, Chelf Insurance Agency..................................8 David Richardson, David Richardson Builder......................8 Brad DeVries, Semonin Realtors..........................................7 John Hollenbach, Hollenbach-Oakley.................................7 Kevin Rich, Rich Design Studios.........................................7 George Miller, Suburban Construction & Management......7 Mickey Corcoran, Mickey Corcoran Builder.......................7 James Duke Greene, Cimarron Construction, Co................7 Deborah Bilitski, Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs..........................6 Chad Peyton, Peyton Contracting, LLC..............................6 David Westfall, Homework Residential Renovations, Inc....6

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corner BIA Member Decals available at the Office Stop by the BIA office to pick up your free BIA decals and window clings. We also have license plates available, all of which are free to members.

Registered Builders and Remodelers may also pick up new “Built by a Professional” window hangers which also have the new logo.

The Associates Appreciation Picnic is August 24th!

Mark your calendars August 24, 2014 where there will be a gathering of Builders, Remodelers, Associates and their families at Tom Sawyer Park. There will be great food and entertainment for the adults and kids. We will also have our annual softball game of the Builders VS. Associates at the ball field located next to the picnic tent. If you plan to stay for the game, bring a lawn chair or an umbrella to sit under. It’s always a great competitive game with lots of laughs. The Bubble Truck, a favorite of the kids and grownups alike will be returning. Bring the family out on the 24th and enjoy some down time with your friends and family!

We hope to see you there.

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If so call Nicole at 429-6000 to claim your prize!

To submit your news, email Tara Brinkmoeller at Tara@BIALouisville.com.

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Mailing Address: 3107 Pinoak Dr. LaGrange, KY 40031

(502) 241-6990 office (502) 241-6992 fax contact@dwbrestoration.com

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newmembers Associates Approved 04/14 Energy Security and Auditing Group Mark Duda Type of Business: Crimsafe Security Screens Sponsor: Perry Lyons Linebach Funkhouser, Inc. Bill Johnston Type of Business: Environmental Consultants Sponsor: Andrew Holden The Floor Store, Inc. Matthew Glaser Type of Business: Flooring Store and Installation Sponsor: Rob Eberenz, Jr. C & S Construction Clay Payton Type of Business: Excavating Sponsor: Jack Band Joda International, Inc. David Haupt Type of Business: Site Utilities Sponsor: Larry Hobson Johnson Architecture & Design Mark Johnson Type of Business: Architectural Services Sponsor: Billy Doelker Great American Insurance Company-Residential Construction Department Brent Fox Type of Business: Insurance: Commercial, Builders Risk, Contractor Equipment Sponsor: Stan Logan HEC Manufacturing, Inc. Leo Essex Type of Business: Fabricated Structural Metal Sponsor: Stan Logan Michael Logston Re/Max Micheal Logston Type of Business: Realtor Sponsor: Jeremy Esposito Spectra Press & Promotions Bill French Type of Business: Printing & Promotional Items Sponsor: Kim Foster

corporatesponsors Special thanks to these 2014 BIA corporate sponsors:

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John E. Kinderman John Kinderman Type of Business: Promotional Items Sponsor: Davis Boland Jackson Sod Scott Embry Type of Business: Sod Sponsor: Rob Eberenz, Jr. Stoll Keenon Ogden Scott Brinkman Type of Business: Attorneys Sponsor: Kevin Passanissi RL Harrison Paving, LLC Robert Harrison Type of Business: Commercial, Residential Paving Sponsor: Leo Thieneman, Jr. Affiliates Approved 04/14 Jeff Thompson Boland Maloney Lumber Sponsor: John Thomas Tim Boyd Boland Maloney Lumber Sponsor: John Thomas John Thomas Boland Maloney Lumber Sponsor: Davis Boland Drew Hickok Bailey Remodeling & Construction, LLC Sponsor: Brandon Bailey Tony Atherton Hawkeye Security & Electronics Sponsor: Amy Johnston Leah Alexander Hawkeye Security & Electronics Sponsor: Amy Johnston Tim Cadarette Bonnycastle Appliances Sponsor: Davis Boland

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As of April 1, 2014

Builders: Blacketer Company

Deville Homes

Clifford Thieneman Co., LLC

Dominion Homes

Associates: 1st Choice Insulation A&G Drywall, Inc. Bachman Commercial Sales Bardenwerper, Talbott & Roberts BB&T Boland Maloney Lumber Bonnycastle Appliance & TV Boral Bricks Century Mortgage Company Corrigan Electric and Home Systems Cunningham Door & Window Ditsler Insurance, Inc. The Door Store and Windows

Envoy Mortgage Fifth Third Bank The Flooring Gallery Frost Brown Todd, LLC K-I Lumber & Building Materials L & N Federal Credit Union Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance Louis E. Hobbs Construction Co. Inc. McDonald Marble & Stone Inc. PC Home Center PPG Porter Paints Paul Hughes Kitchen Design & Sales Pro-Build Quarry Bluff Estates

Republic Bank RJ Thieneman Royal Kitchen & Bath Designs Sam Kinnaird’s Flooring and Granite Screens of Kentucky Sonne Steel The Trend Companies of Kentucky Triton Stone Group United Residential Lending Corp Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Window World VanZandt, Emrich, & Cary

A special thanks to all Honor Roll Members!

For more information on how you can be listed on the BIA Honor Roll, please call Melissa or Kimberly at 429-6000.

membermilestone Congratulations to these Milestone Members. These members have reached a milestone mark in their membership with their renewal in March.

30 Years Action Overhead Door - Robert Driver 25 Years A & R Quality Cabinets - Ron Rich Gray’s Tile Company, Inc. - Donald Gray Michael Schrenger - Registered Builder Terry Hagerman - Registered Builder Wallmaster Home Improvement Co. - Jack Green 20 Years Boling Insurance Service, Inc. - Edwin Boling Crestwood Plumbing, Inc. - Jerry Head ESP Company, Inc. - Bob Dicken James Walser - Registered Builder Marshall General Contractor, Inc. - Harold Marshall 15 Years Sells Painting Co. - Homer Sells

10 Years CRT Property Maintenance, LLC - Jack Thompson Excel Distribution, Inc. - Ted Poppe Finley Drywall - Kevin Finley Granite America, Inc. - P. Kamat Hatter Hinkebein & Barlow Ins. - Norman Hatter Mike Whalen Electric, Inc. - Mike Whalen Ted Kilner - Registered Builder 5 Years Before You Acquire - Sherri Sutton JLC Construction, LLC - Larry Carrico Louisville Railing & Stairs, Inc. - Forest Jones Metro 1 Heating & Cooling, LLC - Steve Redmon Stoll Keenon Ogden, PLLC - Scott Brinkman 1 Year Hall Contracting - Roscoe Willis Interior Tailoring - C. P. Moore

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June

Back Alley Ornamental Iron......................... 27

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Spring Board Meeting, Washington DC

Barber, Banaszynski & Hiatt, PSC............... 23

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Land Development Meeting 10:00 a.m., BIA

Bobcat Enterprises........................................ 12

10

Shelby County Council Meeting 11:30 a.m., Claudia Sanders Dinner House

16

Louisville Bats Game 6:30 p.m., Louisville Slugger Field

18

Registered Builder Meeting 10:00 a.m., BIA

25

Executive Committee 1:00 p.m., BIA

25

Board of Directors 3:00 p.m., BIA

Boland Maloney Lumber.............................. ibc Bonnycastle Appliance & TV......................... 23 Carpet Specialist............................................. 9 Duggins Co., Inc........................................... 27 DWB Restoration II, Inc............................... 27 Flooring Gallery........................................... 17 Greenrose...................................................... 24 K-I Lumber & Building Materials................ifc

Louisville Bats Game 6:30 p.m., Slugger Field

Homearama July 12-27

Koch Air LLC............................................... 13 L&N Federal Credit Union.......................... 24

July

Landscape Lighting...................................... 17

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Land Development Commitee Meeting 10:00 a.m., BIA

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Independence Day - Office Closed

11

Homearama Preview Party Night Shakes Run

LG&E......................................................... 23 Logan Lavelle Hunt..................................... 13 Louisville Realty........................................... 17

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