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Kanawha Valley
PUBLISHER/ LOCAL OWNER
TMS, Inc
ADVERTISING OFFICE
Charleston, WV
The bank that makes you feel
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304-345-0654 wvhomeimprovementmag@suddenlink.net
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Please Say You Saw It In The Real Estate Book - Vol. 13, No. 7 - Page 25
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Designer Kitchens When you hear about or see a fantastic kitchen, the only name that pops in your head is Darin Fisher Designer Kitchens (DFDK). For this reason, only one standard comes to mind when you think of DFDK, and that is excellence. Our designers believe that quality design comes above all else, and along with quality design, quality products and service come hand in hand. Each one of our designers has a background with a degree specializing in design. With all of these qualities being combined at DFDK, you will have the dream kitchen you have always wanted. So what does DFDK do that separates them from the rest? The designers walk you through the entire design and installation process step by step. Not only do they design your space and help you choose the products that go in your space, they also help to educate you on the design and the different products. Not only does DFDK
use the most up to date computer technology available to assist the client in viewing the design, they also draw the blueprints by hand to give it a more personal touch. Once you and the designer have agreed on the design, they are with you every step while you choose appliances, countertops, backsplash, and/or anything else needed throughout the project. Whether you work with DFDK's contractors, or choose your own; they will still be part of the process to make sure your dream is complete. With over 35 years of combined experience at DFDK, this design team is dedicated to their clients. Part of DFDK's dedication is keeping up with trends and products to ensure their clients have the best experience possible.
Call us today to schedule an appointment so we can get started creating your dream space!
Darin Fisher Designer Kitchens 1404 Kanawah Blvd. East Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 720-3451
darin@dfdkkitchens.com
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Darin Fisher Designer Kitchens
• Professional Design Services • Omega Custom and Dynasty Cabinetry • Licensed and Insured • Professional Installations
For over 10 years DFDK has been serving the Greater Charleston area with quality designs. With over 35 years combined experience, we will walk you from start to finish through the design and installation process. We offer a wide range of the finest products to meet any budget, such as Ogema Cabinetry which has a full custom and semi custom line. So call Darin Fisher Designer Kitchens for an appointment and visit at our convenient boulevard location to let one of our designers create your dream space!
Darin Fisher Designer Kitchens 1404 Kanawha Blvd. East • Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 720-3451
email: darin@dfdkkitchens.com website: www.facebook.com/dfdkkitchens.com Hours: 9:00 to 5:00 Mon-Fri appointments appreciated Owner/Designer: Darin Fisher Designers: Liz Bonar, Cory Stout Year Established: 2003
Brands: *Omega Custom *Dynasty *Shamrock *Ultracraft *Medallion Specialty: Kitchens, Master Bathrooms, Laundry Rooms, Mud Rooms and Cabinetry
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Service first!
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Alan & Rose Windows and Doors NO GIMMICKS QUALITY WINDOWS AFFORDABLE PRICES
• Double Hung • Sliders • Bay & Bow Windows • Sliding Glass Doors • Options-Low E/Argon, Grids, And Colors • Sun Rooms
Why pay up to $800 per window when you can purchase the same window from Alan and Rose Windows for less than a third of the price? Being direct with the manufactures, we offer a broad range of Products and options that is unavailable to our competitors. The Alan & Rose team provides you with years of reliability, the highest quality products and warranties you can trust with no hidden fees. Alan and Rose Windows offers a turn key process with professional installation, and a clean jobsite. Our installers are fully insured for your peace of mind. We give you "THE PERSONAL TOUCH YOU DESERVE".
4815 Teays Valley Road • Scott Depot, WV 25560 (304) 204-4785 email: windows@arwindows.com • web: www.arwindows.com Our Windows Qualify For The Stimulus Tax Credit Owner(s): Alan & Rose Maddox Specialty: Replacement Windows, Doors,Patio Doors, Sun Rooms.
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Pride Painting Do it with Pride!
At Pride Painting we offer a professional service of quality work at a fair price. We take Pride in our work and our main goal is to satisfy each and every customer 100%. Over 27 years experience, father/son owned and operated. Licensed & Insured WV046794
Residential/Commercial All your painting needs - Interior/Exterior Pressure Washing • Drywall Repairs • Deck Staining Wallpaper Removal • Bathroom/Kitchen Renovations
Call us for a FREE estimate 304.444.5811 • 304.395.3956
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Five Popular Front Door Colors And What They (Might) Say About You
(HIT) - Whether or not we realize it, the colors with which we surround ourselves – in our clothes, cars, and homes -- reveal a lot about us. For example, bright colors often indicate an outgoing personality, while subdued colors imply a more low-key persona. How can a hue say so much about you? According to Debbie Zimmer, color expert at the Paint Quality Institute, color has a psychological component through which we often communicate our moods, feelings, emotions, and personality. One way we do that is through the paint colors we choose, even on the exterior of our home. “The entire exterior color scheme has meaning, but the color of the front door is especially important,” says Zimmer. “Like a necktie, which is the focal point of an outfit, the front door is the focal point of the home. The color there sends a strong message – in the case of the front door, providing insight into how we view our home.” So, what does your front door color say about you and the way you regard your home? Here’s what a color psychologist might say about some of the most common front door colors: BLUE. Shown to be the most popular color in many studies, a blue front door signals that the homeowner views his or her home as a place of refuge -- calm, serene, and relaxing, the perfect retreat from an often harsh and demanding world. GREEN. Green is another popular color for the front door, and with good reason. Psychologically speaking, green connotes health, safety, tranquility, and harmony, all highly desirable attributes for the home environment. BLACK. Those who paint the front door black are communicating something entirely different about their homes. A black front door projects strength, sophistication, power, and authority, indicating to all who enter or even passersby that the home is a serious place inhabited by a person of substance. RED. Regarded as a powerful “punch” color, red is the color of passion. By painting the front door red, the homeowner is saying that the home within is a vibrant place, full of life, energy, and excitement. BROWN. Whether painted or stained, a brown front door looks natural and organic, but it can send mixed messages in terms of color psychology. On the one hand, brown conveys warmth, stability, and reliability, positive attributes all, but certain darker shades of brown signal a desire for privacy, even isolation. Very likely, the color you’ve chosen for your front door projects the way you want your home to be viewed. But if you inherited the color from the previous owner, or if you want to say something different about yourself and your home, you can quickly change the color, says Zimmer. “It takes only a few hours to prep and re-paint a standard-size front door, and by applying a durable, top quality 100% acrylic latex paint, you can make a totally different color statement that will last for years.”
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We Clean Blinds!
304-397-6733 www.blindwizard.biz
blindcleaning@blindwizard.biz Q: Who is Blind Wizard? A: Blind Wizard Services started in 1992 providing Ultrasonic Window Blind Cleaning and Hard Window Treatment Installation. Our headquarters is located in Hurricane, West Virginia. Our staff is friendly, insured, and all employees pass background checks. We delight our customers with expert craftsmanship and the highest quality customer care. Q: Are there any types of blinds that cannot be cleaned with Ultrasonics? A: No. Our environmentally friendly cleaning process is safe for all types of blinds. Q: Why should I clean my blinds with Ultrasonics? A: Aside from the obvious dust, dirt and grime that are almost impossible to remove with other cleaning methods, the use of Ultrasonics cleans the slats, cords, head rails, wands, and lubricates the gears. Regular Ultrasonic cleaning can preserve your blind investment. Q: How long will my blinds be down? A: Blind Wizard's mobile cleaning unit comes to your home or business, cleans on site and offers same day service.
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Integrity At Work Barboursville, WV
www.FAHEYEXTERIORS.com
304.521.2423 We offer all types of roofing and specialize in Standing Seam metal roofing, Master Rib exposed fasteners, 30 yr. shingles, Three tab, custom asphalt 30 yr. shingles, Mule Hide, siding and Decra. We offer custom fascia and soffit work.
We also install 5 and 6 inch seamless gutters with 30 colors to choose from. We have partnered with Union Corrugating and Owens Corning to provide you with a high quality roofing product for your home.
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Home Access, Incorporated • Custom Made Stairlifs • Residential Elevators • Dumbwaiters • Wheel Chair Lifts indoor/o • Commercial/Residential • Other Accessibility Items HOME ACCESS INCORPORATED is a local company, offering West Virginia residents a better quality of life by providing ease of access to the homes they love. With greater than 40 years in the industry and a strong commitment to service excellence, we welcome the opportunity to share the benefit of our experience with you. Personal accessibility equipment is an important purchase, so it makes sense to choose HOME ACCESS INCORPORATED, a name you can trust, a company that cares. We will give you personalized assistance and service guaranteed. HOME ACCESS, INC Residential and Commercial Accessibility Specialists Qualified Technicians and Certified Installers of home stairlifts and residential elevators. Members of the National Association of Elevator Contractors. Licensed and Insured. WV 030658
Home Access, Incorporated P.O. Box 826 • Cabin Creek, WV 25305 (304) 595-5671 • fax: (304) 595-5800 email: joe@myhomeaccess.com web: www.myhomeaccess.com
Owner: Joe Ferrell
Area(s): Most of West Virginia
Specialty: Personal Accessibility Equipment
Established: 1999
Brands: Stannah, Thyssen Krupp, Wauaca, Savaria Concord License #: WV030658
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At Faith Electric, we strive to perform the highest quality workmanship at the fairest price possible. We are not interested in a one time customer, but instead a lifetime friendship. Over 23 years experience with the knowledge it takes to complete the job, Christian owned and operated, licensed and insured.
Call us, you’ll thank God you did!
At Faith Electric, our services include: · New Installation · Lighting Surge Protection · Energy Management · Generator Installation
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Supplying Superior Products & Services vinyl siding fiber cement siding vinyl windows wood windows entry doors patio doors cabinets flooring soffit
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Kerstein's One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning
Up to $3,000 rebate on select Comfort Systems
• 24/7 service available 6 days/week at regular rates • Up-front pricing on all repairs • Best warranties/guarantees in the business
We offer service work 7am to 7pm Monday through Saturday and 8am to 4pm on Sunday at our regular low rates. We are here to serve you. We will schedule appointments to have our ComfortAdvisers to come to your home and perform an engineering analysis and go over all of your options with you throughout the day, evening or weekend, at your convenience.We have the best selection of products and services available to meet all of your home comfort needs.We are professionals who know gas furnaces,air conditioners,heat pumps, geothermal heat pumps, air cleaners, air purifiers, humidity control, zoning, and duct design.We specialize in indoor air quality and comfort.We have servedWest Virginia since before World War II and been located in our current location on Tennessee Avenue in Charleston since 1965.We look forward to serving y
Kerstein's One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning 613 Tennessee Ave • Charleston, WV 25302 (304) 553-0780 email: tim.simmons@onehourair.com web: www.onehourair.com
Owner: George Toler Specialty: Home comfort systems Brands: One Hour, Carrier, Goodman, Advanced Geothermal Technologies, Geocell, Geocomfort License : WV047851
$49 System Inspection
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Americas Largest Concrete Leveling / Lifting Company, and in business for over 27 years; A-1 Concrete Leveling has 10's of thousands of satisfied customers nationwide. Using our patented equipment we can have your concrete ready to use in the same day. Using our process can save you 50% to 70% over the cost of replacing drives, steps, sidewalks, patios, porches, pool decks and/or floors.
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Outdoor Lighting Perspectives $200 OFF WITH MENTION OF THIS AD
• Unparalleled Service • American Made • Nightime Preview • Security Features • Artistic Design • 10 Year Warranty
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives lighting designers approach each home as a blank canvas, drinking in the architectural details, landscape highlights and open spaces before crafting a lighting design that draws attention to the best aspects of all of these things.The results reflect your desires - from creating an airy space for play, to announcing the majestic facade of your distinctive home. The Outdoor Lighting Perspectives mission is to enhance the beauty and safety of your home, and extend your evening leisure time outdoors, by providing unparalleled exterior illumination. Our custom lighting solutions deliver heightened aesthetics and practical visibility and security worth every dollar invested.
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives 41 West Union Road • Clendenin, WV 25045 (304) 548-5020 email: olpwv@suddenlink.net web: www.outdoorlights.com
Owner(s): Rod & Judy Lumpkin License: WV# 030779
Area(s): West Virginia and Some Surrounding Areas Established: 1999
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CONSTRUCTION
foundation repair specialists
• Foundation Leveling And Structural Repair • Straighten And Reinforce Bowed Or Cracked Walls • Interior / Exterior Water Proofing • Replace Failed Footer Drains • Helical Piers & Helical Tie Backs
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