May Newsletter

Build with Professionals

HBAWS Member News May 2012 presents

HBAWS

When planning construction on your new home or remodeling projects for your current home, choose a professional. Builder members are licensed and insured, plus they are required to complete 8 hours of continuing education annually. Associate members work closely with our builder members to provide the latest supplies, products and services for new construction and remodeling projects.

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Cover Art by Melanie Fink, 2012 Parade Artist

We are fortunate to have the stage set by four local developers in conjunction with Bob Timberlake at the beautiful The Lake at Lissara, which is located in Forsyth County. This year we have two, yes two, Spring Association homes, and both are located on Sparrow Hawk Court at The Lake at Lissara. Builder Alan Fletcher will dazzle everyone with his beautiful mountain cottage-style home. The breathtaking natural views, attention to details, and exceptional floor plan are a must see. Our second home is the Buck Horn Tribute Home. This home is one of the final designs of legendary local Builder, Buck Horn, and is being built by his long time subcontractors as a tribute to his memory. Proceeds will go to the family of Buck Horn in gratitude for his many contributions to the home building industry and HBAWS. The 2012 Spring Parade offers a total of 22 homes, as well as two subdivisions across Forsyth and Davie Counties.

Again, we have joined forces with the Greensboro Home Builders Association by having both events on simultaneous weekends, April 28 & 29, and May 5 & 6 from 1 – 5 pm.

This year we are privileged to have yet another gifted local artist, Melanie Fink, who graciously accepted our invitation to create a beautiful painting on canvas, and this same design is also being used as the logo on our advertising and website for this year’s Spring Parade.

Partners with Habitat for Humanity Forsyth Co., and the Voc. Ed Programs of FTCC & WSFCS 220 Charlois Blvd., W-S, NC 27103, 336-768-5942

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Steve McSwain – Maplestone Construction Primary Seasons Everyone in our association seems to be busier now that the primary building season is under way. The weather is better, days are longer and clients are calling to get things done. We have all struggled in our businesses over the last couple of years due to the economic climate but we are still here working hard for our customers and our own success.

There are lots of potential clients out there ready to make a change in their housing and lifestyle needs. So, guess what?

These people need the services of our member businesses. Keep working harder and smarter while you are connecting to these consumers. Just because the economy has slowed down and is slowly improving does not mean that the needs and wants of our clients have stopped or not changed. Make sure you are helping your prospective buyers with making a decision to do business with you today and not next year.

The other season that is moving into full throttle is the primary voting season, election year. In years past I would hear some of our membership say, “I had a big deal working but they want to wait until after the elections.” So what can you do during this Primary season? First remind your clients that the world will not stop spinning if the election does not go to their party affiliation. Isolate their needs and provide the solution for each need. Do not forget that housing offers more than basic shelter but fulfills many emotional needs as well. Supply solutions for your client’s emotional needs and they will forget about finding objections to moving forward due to election issues.

Get involved in the election process. It is simple. Our association has great people at the local, state and federal level to facilitate our industry issues. It is amazing to find big issues that affect our members’ businesses but get little to no air time in the local news or in our local paper. But we have hard working people on our staff and in our membership, like Nancy Gould, and other members sitting on local councils, boards and planning committees keeping watch. If you would like to get involved at the local level call our staff to find out how you can give just a couple hours a month to help provide direction for our local industry. It is fun and provides another group of people to network.

Since it is an election year, support our local candidates running for local or state offices. Many of these candidates are aware of our local issues and willing to champion our cause. These candidates have a real stake in our industry’s recovery. Not only do they live in our community but many have businesses and careers that stem right out of our local economy and our industry. You can support them with a couple of dollars for their campaign. Volunteer to help their campaign efforts by making phone calls or attending an important meeting or event. Better yet get to know them and then vote for them.

Take a few minutes to find out what our Association’s Build Pac is doing on our behalf. Over the years our Build Pac has tackled many state and local issues that affect housing. Funds we raise locally and at the state level are used to assist candidates with campaign finance and fight bad legislation making its way through our state congress or even the local level. Please contribute what you can for your industry. If you have interest, plan to attend our legislative day in Raleigh on May 22nd.

Lastly, mark your calendars for our monthly events. Our Spring Parade of Homes started last weekend and continues this weekend - May 5 & 6. Attend the Spring Parade Breakfast Extravaganza on May 3rd at Lake Lissara. There are many opportunities for you to grow and expand yourself and your business within our local HBA. Keep in mind our Association is here to support and help promote our members and their businesses. As always please do business with a member!

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New Energy Codes: Less Energy, Less Cost, Less Carbon Most stories, speeches, announcements, etc. can be summed up in just a couple of key words. This one can be summed up in a couple of key numbers: 30 (thirty), and 15(fifteen). In a nutshell, businesses will have to be 30% more efficient in their energy usage, and private homes 15% more efficient than buildings built prior to the new codes. That kind of savings can really add up over the years. Plus, as we have discussed in previous articles written by my colleagues and I, you will have a healthier and more comfortable home/business as well.

These new codes work towards our common goal of being better stewards of the resources on our planet by creating a smaller carbon footprint. Thus the mantra from the US DOE (Department of Energy) “Less Energy, Less Cost, Less Carbon”. We (at the TGBC) have been preaching this message long before it was popular!

A little background on how we got here: On June 24, 2011, Governor Beverly Perdue signed SB 708 into law approving the new Energy Conservation Code for the residential and commercial buildings in North Carolina. This new code was the fruit of over two years of work by The NC State Energy Office teamed with the Governor’s Office, NC DOI (Department of Insurance; these are the folks that write the Building Codes), NC Chapter of AIA (American Institute of Architects), Appalachian State University, Mathis Consulting, and our organization, NCHBA (NC Home Builder Association). As a result of these efforts, the particulars of the new codes were hammered out and they were also able to obtain $500,000 in federal grant money to provide comprehensive training and help with compliance. According to the NC Department of Energy “the new code will save home and business owners money on their monthly energy bills and help retain and create jobs in every region of our state”. The new codes went into effect on March 1, 2012 and will apply to all new buildings permitted after March 1st.

So how do we accomplish the savings! Basically it’s with higher insulation levels, better window performance, and until the “Green” movement, a totally overlooked item: building envelope leakage and the thermal barrier.

Wall insulation goes up to R-15 while the ceiling value must now be R-30 continuous from wall to wall (not just piled up in the middle like in the past). Access door and pull down stairs can no longer be uninsulated nor have just a few tufts of insulation tucked in the stairs.

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R-10 is minimum for all access points. This alone will add a great deal of comfort to a home, not to mention the savings. Bathroom fans will have a specific amount of air they have to move (50cfm if on a normal switch) and 75% of the lighting in the home is required to be energy efficient such as LED, CFL, or regular fluorescent tube lighting. Homes will now be tested using duct blaster testing (to make sure HVAC ducts are not leaking into unconditioned space) and blower door testing (to determine if the building envelope is tight enough to prevent heating, cooling, or moisture problems). According to Steve Armstrong of ESG, the new energy codes give us the equivalent of what was once Energy Star certified under the old version 2.0. The bar on Energy Star has now been raised with Ver. 3.0 and in all probability will always stay ahead of standard building codes even as new codes evolve.

For those that want to do just a little better, the new code also includes the High Efficiency Residential Option (HERO) which delivers a 30% improvement in minimum energy efficiency prior code requirements.

This is in the spirit of the original goal which was for all buildings to be 30% more efficient. Of course, I would be remiss if I didn’t brag a little before closing and advise you that our TGBC builders have been routinely building homes with 50% improvement and better! Here’s to “Less”.

Article written by: Ron Ricci, Chairman , Triad Green Building Council, President, Ricci Builders & Management, Inc., Board Member, Home Builders Association of W-S (HBAWS), Member, HBAWS Education / Builder Committees Accredited Builder and a Certified Green Professional.

He can be reached at ron@riccibuilders.com.

Ron Ricci Ricci Builders & Management, Inc. 7632 Crossing Ridge Drive Belews Creek, NC 27009 (336) 749-3450

Originally published in the Greensboro News & Record

Floor Coverings International

by Randy Hatteburg

ASSOCIATE GUEST COLUMN

WHY NOT HEATED FLOORS! Q: What was Floor Coverings International’s biggest hit at the recent Triad Home & Garden Show?

A: HEATED FLOORS were the big hit. Bathroom remodels, as a category of flooring projects, is currently our largest. Tile and stone are the surfaces of choice for the floors, in the showers, and around the tubs. An objection many people have with this surface is that it is “cold”, literally and aesthetically (hard). The heated floor eliminates this concern and is affordable Q: Why would people in the South want heated tile bathroom floors?

A: Homeowners love the “comfort” of a warm bathroom under foot. A heated floor becomes cozy, softening the space in feel.

Q: How does this product work?

A: We utilize an electric system which is readily accessible to 110 volt (20 amp.) electric service.

The electric current runs through a mesh wire coil configuration put down in the thinset before the tile is laid. The mesh coils connect to an electronic thermostat which can be controlled by time, temperature, and the clock.

Q: How much floor do I heat?

A: We recommend the areas where you would appreciate having the warmth underfoot. In the case of bathrooms – we suggest the areas just outside the shower and tub, along the vanity(s) where you stand, walkways, and the toilet area. We have had many customers wishing they would have done a larger area including closet(s).

Q: Can you heat other types of floors?

A: Yes. Dependent on the flooring type, the mesh coil field will vary somewhat but the installation and operation is largely the same.

Floor Coverings International of the Piedmont Triad 116 North Main St. Kernersville, NC 27284 336-996-7524 www.fci-triad.com 5

Buck Horn Tribute Home 9211 Sparrow Hawk Court, LOT 28, Lewisville NC 27023 A unique craftsman influenced design of approximately 4200 sq.ft. with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and an amazingly open floor plan. The many special features and attention to details; from the view of the lake out the rear of the home to the covered outdoor living area are things that cannot be appreciated without seeing them first hand.

One of final designs worked on by legendary local Builder, Buck Horn, the home is being built by his long time subcontractors as a tribute to his memory, with the proceeds going to the family as a Tribute to Buck’s life and his dedication to the HBAWS and the home building industry. The home is listed by Lew Gerrard of Coldwell Banker Triad Realtors and is a steal at $699,000.

Alan Fletcher Association Home 9214 Sparrow Hawk Court, LOT 26, Lewisville NC 27023 A quality constructed home with a blend of craftsman bungalow and mountain lodge features. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, open floor plan, 2 story great room with view of lake, screened porch leads to large grilling deck.

Home will be ready just in time to spend the summer on the lake! Don’t miss this opportunity!!

The home is listed by Wendy Taylor, MKT Real Estate Group, Coldwell Banker Triad Realtors and is listed at $749,300

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2012 Spring

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April 28, 29 & May 5, 6 Saturdays & Sundays 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY Two weekends. FREE Open Houses.

Beautiful Homes.

Explore the possibilities of building YOUR dream home! an event of The Home Builders Association of Winston-Salem www.springparadeofhomesws.com Cover Art by Melanie Fink, 2012 Parade Artist 7

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NAHB 2012 PRIORITIES Maintain Federal Support for Housing Finance System Some members of Congress are actively pushing to abolish Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and end the federal backstop for housing. Absent a federal role to help reassure mortgage market investors, the 30-year, fixed rate mortgage, the major housing finance tool for most Americans, would become increasingly scarce and much more costly, pricing many creditworthy borrowers out of the marketplace. Similarly, the availability of financing for multifamily housing would fall woefully short of the growing need.

In the wake of the financial crisis, the Federal Housing Administration, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have become the primary sources of financing for residential housing.

Even with the current high level of federal support, fewer mortgage products are available now than in the past, and these loans are being underwritten on much more stringent terms. As the private market assumes a greater role in the mortgage marketplace, maintaining an appropriate level of government support is essential to preserve financial stability, promote investor confidence and ensure liquidity and stability for homeownership and rental housing.

Complicating the situation, the federal government is looking to trim back the Federal Housing Administration’s participation in the market, which would further limit the availability of low downpayment mortgages. Reps. Gary Miller (R-Calif.) and Carolyn McCarthy (D-N.Y.) on July 7 introduced H.R. 2413, the Secondary Market Facility for Residential Mortgages Act of 2011. The bill would stabilize housing and ensure liquidity in the mortgage market by maintaining a federal role in the U.S. housing finance system. Similar bipartisan legislation (H.R. 1859) introduced this spring by Reps. John Campbell (R-Calif.) and Gary Peters (D-Mich.) would replace Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac with five private companies that would issue mortgage-backed securities and have government backing.

NAHB has presented lawmakers with a detailed proposal on restructuring the housing finance system to provide a consistent supply of mortgage liquidity and retain a federal backstop while limiting taxpayer exposure. Actively involved in this issue, the association continues to encourage all congressional efforts that seek an appropriate federal role to ensure a reliable and adequate flow of affordable housing credit.

Meanwhile, in an important victory for consumers, President Obama on Nov. 18 signed into law legislation passed

by Congress to restore higher loan limits through 2013 for mortgages backed by the Federal Housing Administration.

Restoring the higher FHA loan limits will help to stabilize home values, provide constancy while private investors re-enter the market and enable millions of creditworthy consumers to get home loans with the best mortgage rates and lowest fees and downpayment requirements.

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Home Builders Association of Winston Salem

Exclusive Event Sponsors Bloomday Marble & Granite

Ferguson Enterprises

Triad Home & Garden Show

Showcase of Remodeled Homes

BB&T

Lake at Lissara Spring Parade of Homes

Fall Parade of Homes

Alan Fletcher Construction

Buck Horn Construction - Tribute House

Spring Parade Association Home

Spring Parade Association Home

ARENA Builders Associates, LLC Fall Parade Association Home

Diamond Event Sponsors Pine Hall Brick & STOCK Building Supply Fall Parade Golden Home Awards & Celebration

Southern Community Bank & Trust Fall Parade of Homes Kick-Off Party

Platinum Event Sponsors Signs Now

Official Printing Sponsor Triad Home & Garden Show

James River Equipment - Smitherman Triad Home & Garden Show Grand Prize

Gold Piedmont Natural Gas Bimco Isenhour Homes, Inc.

Silver MKT Real Estate Group / Coldwell Banker Triad, Realtors Piedmont Federal Savings Bank Piedmont Garage Doors Parks Chevrolet

Bronze Rick Busch Insurance / Builders Mutual Insurance Company Nationwide Insurance & Financial Services, Missy Easter Agency Signature Custom Woodworking, Inc.

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REMODELERS UPDATE Bob Vaughn, President, NAHBR, HBAWS May is National Home Remodeling Month, and is the perfect opportunity to bring added attention to the benefits of hiring a professional remodeler for home improvements.

This month we will be focusing on increasing awareness of our council and asking all our members to remember to promote our local remodeling professionals. We hope to highlight the benefits of using a professional remodeler through available outlets.

The various indices of remodeling activity continue to show signs of improvement in 2012 vs 2011 as consumers are revisiting projects that may have been delayed.

The date for the Showcase of Remodeled Homes has changed to August 25-26, the same date as the Greensboro Showcase, which will allow us to combine our promotional activity with their council as well as get more finished projects in the Showcase.

REMODELER’S COUNCIL MEETINGS Second Tuesday of each month 6pm - WFU Deacon Tower

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Government Affairs Report Opportunities and Responsibilities that Make a Difference VOTING is one of the most powerful instruments our society has to bring about change and shape the future. Each vote does count always counts; so make sure one of your top priorities between now and May 8th is to prepare yourself ahead of time to be ready to vote intelligently on May 8th.

With all the ads, signs, articles, and letters to the editor about the primary candidates and issues, you would think that it’s easy to decide who and what you want to vote for or against. I, for one, actually find it quite confusing. So, to help you and me, I did some homework and highly recommend the shortcuts below to get yourself prepared quickly: 1. To find your voter information and who and what are on your specific ballot, where to vote, etc: http://www.ncsbe.gov/VoterLookup.aspx?Feature+voterinfo 2. To learn about each candidate and read their own statement: http://ncvoterguide.org/guides/index.php 3. If you want to learn about when and where to vote early: http://www.app.sboe.state.nc.us/webapps/os_sites/ MEETING with your members of the NC State Legislature is another powerful way to make sure issues and problems important to you and the health of the building, development and real estate industries is considered in all decisions they make for us. The more of us who take the time to travel to Raleigh and join fellow Home Builders and Realtors(r) from across the state in talking with our members of the Legislature, the more likely or voice will be heard and remembered.

Both NCAR and NCHBA do a great job of holding legislative meetings each year that include a briefing on our industries’ important issues, and provide opportunities to talk with our members about them at an early evening reception and then at office visits with them the following day. If you are interested in attending for one or both days on our annual legislative trip, please contact Megan Parks at the HBAWS offices, or me. The dates of the state legislative meetings are below:

NCHBA Legislative Meeting: May 22, 23 NCAR Legislative Meeting: June 5, 6

Nancy Gould, RLA, AICP, Governmental Affairs Director Direct Line-336-659-5526 Email: ngould@wsrar.com

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PROFESSIONAL WOMEN IN BUILDING June DeLugas, President

The Professional Women in Business met at the HBA House Tuesday, April 3rd with business as usual. We had guest speakers from the Sheppard Center. They spoke about their program, “Faith in Action,” They talked about the services they offer which include respite care, minor home repairs, visitations, and transportation services for older adults.

A brochure was handed out that explained more information about their organization.

Volunteers are needed if anyone is interested. Our members are encouraged to bring old books for the Sheppard Center Book Sale early May. Old and New business was discussed and our next fundraiser is Belk with selling $5.00 tickets for April 21. We keep the $5 and the person can use the $5 off of their purchase at Belk. The sales event takes place April 21st.

Our June 5th meeting will be at Wanda Wilson’s home. All members were encouraged to go to the Lake Lissara Social May 1st.

Contact Gisella Whitbred at Giselaw@hbaws.org or June at june@junedelugasinteriors. com if you are interested in joining our lively group.

Professional Women in Building Meet

~ First Tuesday of each month, 5:30 p.m., HBAWS Conference Room ~

Please visit us

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4575 Hamp ton Rd Clemmons , NC 27012 P: 336.712.9 910 F: 336.766.5 906 www.stock buildingsu pply.com

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HBAWS QUICK REFERENCE Jerry Herman Executive Vice President jerryh@hbaws.org, 768-5818 Megan Parks Director of Operations/Member Services meganp@hbaws.org, 464-8000 efax: 336-550-4890 Beverly Hayes Communications Manager beverlyh@hbaws.org, 464-8001 Gisela Lopez Financial Manager giselaw@hbaws.org, 464-8002 Nancy Gould Joint Governmental Affairs Director ngould@wsrar.com, 768-5560

Phone/Fax

336-768-5942 / 336-774-6778

Website

www.buildwithprofessionals.com

Save the dates!

MAY 1

5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Membership Social Timberlake Lodge, Lake at Lissara

MAY 3

8:00 a.m. Breakfast Extravaganza Association Homes, Lake at Lissara

MAY 5, 6

Spring Parade of Homes

Continuing Education Classes Click here: CE Class Listing

Online Training Opportunities Click here: Online Class Listing

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Spring Parade of Homes

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Now is still the best time to buy a house, as interest rates are low, and it continues to be a buyer’s market. Home Builders in the Winston Salem area are excitedly becoming more perceptive and educated about their buyers. As a result, Builders are redefining their craft and finding clever niches to make each home even more special. This year’s Spring Parade will allow you to see just that. A healthy home in regards to Energy Efficiency is still becoming one of the most sought after features of new homes. We have several Energy Star homes for your viewing. From modernized, craftsman style homes to traditional homes of the past, there are plenty of homes and designs to choose from before you make your purchase this spring.

The annual Extravaganza Breakfast will be held on May 3, from 8:00 am – 10:30 am at Association Homes at The Lake at Lissara. Please come and join us to view the association homes and have a complimentary breakfast. Thank you to our builder entries and sponsors, we are grateful for your participation! We hope everyone has a successful 2012 Spring Parade and look forward to seeing you there!

Extravaganza Breakfast DATE:

Thursday, May 3, 2012 TIME

8:00 - 10:30 a.m.

LOCATION

Association Homes Lake at Lissara HOSTED BY

Alan Fletcher Construction Buck Horn Construction

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TIME to RENEW (MAY) David S. Smith Construction, Inc. Aher Builders Inc. Alan Fletcher Construction Co., Inc. Benchmark Custom Homes, Inc. Bradford Mortgage Company Brown Advertising Buck Horn Construction Co., Inc. Certified Management Contractors, Inc. Cherry Contracting, Inc. Coventry Design, LLC Custom Wood Products of Rural Hall Environmental Solutions Group Ferguson Enterprises Inc. First Community Bank Fletcher Brothers Inc. G & B Energy HNE Services, Inc dba CNE Home Improvement High Bridge Builders, Inc. Industrial Electronic Repair, Inc King Sash & Door, Inc.

Ladd Electric Company Leonard Block Company, Inc. Logan Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. Marciano Salazar Barrientos McNair Construction Co., Inc. Mears Construction, Inc. Michael L. Poe Builders, Inc. Paul Deren Builders, Inc. Pella Window & Door Co. Professional Roofing Services, Inc and Simmons Venture, LLC R & G Masonry, Inc. Ray Bullins Construction Co. Sealing Agents Waterproofing Stanford Development LLC T.D. Hatcher Custom Homes, Inc. Town & Country Builders/Mt. Airy, Inc. Triad New Home Guide Winston Shower Door, Inc. Winston-Salem Journal

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! BUILDERS Homes by Jeff West, Jeff West P.O. Box 197, Advance, NC 27006 Phone: 336.399.5632 Residential, Remodeler, In business for: 15 years Sponsor: Wendy Taylor, MKT Real Estate Group/ Coldwell Banker Triad, REALTORS RL Riddle Construction, LLC, Lee Riddle 3411 Healy Dr. Ste A, Winston-Salem, NC 27103 Phone: 336.345.1041 Custom, Remodeling, Commercial, In business for: 1 year Sponsor: Kathy Craven Snodgrass, Piedmont Natural Gas Jeff D. Pegg, Jeff Pegg 1215 Ray St., Kernersville, NC 27284 Phone: 336.528.9219 Construction & Remodeler, In business for: 26 years Sponsor: Dennis Crews, Signature Custom Woodworking, Inc.

ASSOCIATES Gordon & Sons Fine Grading, Inc., Linda Gordon P.O. Box 252, Clemmons, NC 27012 Phone: 336.998.5877 Fine Grading & Asphalt, In business for: 17 years Sponsor: Kathy Craven Snodgrass, Piedmont Nat. Gas

Pereas General Construction, Jorge (Ivan) Pereas 5234 Cox Blvd., Winston-Salem, NC 27105 Phone: 336.918.0215 Carpentry & Masonry, In business for: 5 years Sponsor: Steve Murdock, Murdock Insurance

Exquisite Granite & Marble, Rejeana Ellis 6207 Triport Court, Greensboro, NC 27409 Phone: 336.851.8890 Granite & Marble, In business for: 4 months Sponsor: Flake Steele, Pine Hall Brick

Pillar Homes, Ray Randleman 232 Davie Avenue, Statesville, NC 28677 Phone: 704.873.5233 Realtor, In business for: 5 years Sponsor: Kathy Craven Snodgrass, Piedmont Nat. Gas

Sides Contracting Company Inc., Johnny Sides P.O. Box 1969, Welcome, NC 27374-1969 Phone: 336.249.8300 Grow-Sod-Seeding-Erosion Control, In bus. for: 34 years Sponsor: Al Hyatt, The Phoenix Company

Renew- It- Master, Marie Bean 200-C Century Build, Kernersville, NC 27284 336.768.4474 Resurfacing Company, In business for: 8 years Sponsor: Rick Busch, Busch Insurance

La Bonilla Painting Co., Inc., Lorenzo Bonilla 1223 Hattie Avenue, Winston Salem, NC 27101 Phone: 336.345.2032 Painting Company, In business for: 6 years Sponsor: Stephen Frucht, Benchmark Custom Homes, Inc.

Molina Masonry, Santos Molina 4161 Kennison Village Dr., Winston-Salem, NC 27127 Phone: 336.399.3730 Masonry, In business for: 5 years Sponsor: Stephen Frucht, Benchmark Custom Homes, Inc.

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NEW APPLICANTS FOR CONSIDERATION Builders: QFC, Inc Brent Sipe P.O. Box 24744 Winston-Salem, NC 27114 336.362.6358 Custom, Residential Remodelers, Speculative Builder In business for: 16 years Sponsor: Crickett Choplin, BB&T W.C. Construction Co., LLC William Cockerham P.O. Box 25051 Winston-Salem, NC 27114 336.721.3420 Custom & Spec & Residential and Remodeler In business for: 6 years Sponsor: Tom Dubuisson, The Dubuisson Company

Associates:   J. Westmoreland Inc. Thomas Westmoreland 6851 Old Still Trail Kernersville, NC 27284 336.595.8115 Grading In business for: 39 years Sponsor: Pat Parrish, Shugart Enterprises Performance Building Solutions Larry Hefner 149 Flowering Grove Lane Mooresville, NC 28115 828.312.0145 Drywall & Wallboard Installation In business for: 1 month Sponsor: Kathy Sexton, Halls Insurance Associates, Inc Auman-Elite of the Triad Steve Myrick P.O. Box 711 Clemmons, NC 27012 336.448.0561 Insulation, Shower Doors, Closet, etc.

In business for: 4 years Sponsor: Rich Achor, Arena Builders Associates, LLC Commercial Roofing Products, Inc. Frank F. Coan 708 E. 13th Street Winston-Salem, NC 27105 336.748.9665 Commercial & Industrial Roofing Supplier In business for: 8 years Sponsor: Kathy Craven Snodgrass, Piedmont Natural Gas 18

NAHB Construction Safety

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2012 Residential Code- Books / PDF Downloads

Thanks for Renewing (April) COMPANY

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Shugart Enterprises, LLC Beau Dancy Construction Co. Morgan Builders, Inc. Bean Builders, Inc. Hall Insurance Associates, Inc. Marshall & Manuel Insulation, Inc. Morgan & Parker Builders, Inc. Johnson Paintin’ Co. Triad Restorations, Inc. Carroll Memorials, Inc. Signs Now Tyndall Wiring General Shale Brick Tate Rice Homes, Inc. Wishon & Carter Builders, Inc. Mitch Allen Builders Oldcastle Surfaces Hodges Triad Electric LLC BIMCO Plumbing Supply Truliant Federal Credit Union Fishel Builders Inc. Preferred Builders of the Triad, Inc. Habitat for Humanity of FC Buttry’s Grading & Hauling W.C. Construction Co., LLC New Garden Landscape & Nursery, Inc. Media Placement Services, Inc. Quality Refrigeration Concepts, Inc. Hennings Construction Company, LLC New Home Building Supply J.R. Ross Electric Inc.

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Change of Primary Contact: Name: Jay Faircloth Company: Advanced Consumer Electronics New Primary Contact: Thomas Johnston

HAMMER & NAILS

Change of Company Name: Name: Octavius Davies Company Name: ODDS Construction, Inc. New Company Name: OD3 Construction

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John McPherson, Spike Committee Chairman 2012 Spike Chairperson www.johnmcpherson.com Mobile:336-462-4215 Work:336-441-1001

SPIKE

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Al Hyatt The Phoenix Company Winston-Salem, NC alh@thephoenixcompany.com (336) 765-9332

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SPIKE UPDATE SPIKE CLUB MEETS MONTHLY 1st Wednesday, 11:30 am, HBA RSVP: Megan Parks 336-768-5942

Build with Professionals HBAWS

When planning construction on your new home or remodeling projects for your current home, choose a professional. Builder members are licensed and insured, plus they are required to complete 8 hours of continuing education annually. Associate members work closely with our builder members to provide the latest supplies, products and services for new construction and remodeling projects.

HBAWS members are easily found on the HBA online directory...

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Nathan Myers Ron Ricci Keith Rogers Chris Thompson Bob Vaughn June Delugas Jeff Sessoms Sam Morgan Zach Rothrock

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Steve McSwain Paul Mullican Eric Anderson LIFE DIRECTOR Kathy Craven-Snodgrass

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS MAY 1 Membership Social 5:30 p.m., Lake at Lissara Lodge MAY 3 Spring Parade Breakfast Extravaganza 8:00 - 10:30 a.m., Lake at Lissara Spring Association Homes MAY 5, 6 Spring Parade of Homes MAY 8 Executive Board 4:00 p.m., HBA Board Rm Remodelers 6:00 p.m., Deacon Tower MAY 8 PR & Communications Committee 4:00 p.m., Communications Office

SAVE THE DATE MAY 31 5:30- 8:00 p.m. Fall Parade of Homes Kick-Off Party Brookberry Farm, Barn JUNE 5 Professional Women in Building 5:30 p.m., HBA Office JUNE 6 Spike Club 11:45 a.m., HBA Office JUNE 7 HBA Summer Golf Tournament 8:30 a.m. Shotgun, Oak Valley Country Club

MAY 9 Spike Club 11:45 a.m., HBA Office

JUNE 12 Executive Board 4:00 p.m., HBA Board Rm Remodelers 6:00 p.m., Deacon Tower

MAY 10 Associate Members Committee 12:00 p.m., HBA Office

JUNE 14 Associate Members Committee 12:00 p.m., HBA Office

MAY 15 Board of Directors 4:00 p.m., HBA Board Room

JUNE 18 Triad Green Builders Council 3:30 p.m., Magnolia Manor

MAY 21 Triad Green Builders Council 3:30 p.m., Magnolia Manor

JUNE 19 Board of Directors 4:00 p.m., HBA Board Room

MAY 28 Memorial Day Holiday HBA Office Closed

JUNE 26 Members Social 5:00 - 6:30 p.m., General Shale Brick

MAY 31 Fall Parade of Homes Kick-Off Party 5:30 p.m., Brookberry Farm, Barn 23

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NAHB WEBINAR WEDNESDAYS What’s New in Kitchen and Bath Design?

DATE/TIME: May 2, 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Webinar - ET, Design and Technology Series Presented by NAHB Design

For more information, or to register for webinars,

visit: http://www.hbaws.net/ceseminars.html

The kitchen is a main reason for consumers to purchase a home or remodel an existing home. This presentation examines the elements that set successful spaces apart from the ordinary. Discover how you can implement both left-brain functionality and right-brain creativity to make kitchens and bathrooms memorable and inviting. Learn the latest trends and products that make these spaces appealing to different generations and competitive in your market.

NAHB CONTINUING EDUCATION - Raleigh Essential Closing Strategies, Instructor: Meredith Oliver DATE/TIME: May 18, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., NAHB Member Fee: $200, Non-member Fee: $250 LOCATION: HBA of Raleigh & Wake County, 5580 Centerview Drive, Suite 115, Raleigh, NC, 27606 RSVP: Judy Richardson, phone: 919.233.2033, email: jrichardson04@hbawake.com Build your sales results with proven closing strategies. Learn how to minimize common objections and win the confidence of prospective customers. This course provides participants with an opportunity to practice, drill and rehearse the key words and phrases appropriate in a range of sales situations. Through realistic simulations, future sales leaders learn how to win over buyers. As a graduate of this course, you will be able to: • State reasons why many salespeople never become master closers • Identify reasons why customers raise objections • Describe the six steps to minimizing objections • Create believable and understandable answers to six common objections • Use personalized SmartSellingSM techniques in simulated closing situations

Tune in to WSJS, AM60, Saturdays: 9 - 10am for Real Estate Radio with John McPherson & Wendy Taylor, and 11am - 12pm for Around the House with Erik Anderson.

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