AUGUST 2011
HOME IMPROVEMENT GUIDE
FREE
The Homeowner’s Magazine for Home Services, Home Products & Landscaping • Port Charlotte • Punta Gorda • North Port • Englewood
Cortes & Sons
Nursery & Landscape
“ ON THE INSIDE...” Do I have federal flood insurance - Pg. 4 “Find the gold hammer” Contest - Pg. 8 Home Insurance Tips - Pg. 13 Home Improvement Guide - Page 1
“We Have The Best Selection In Town” See Page 9
Phil Robison’s
& Home Offices
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Co Vis me Be it Our Sh autif ow u roo l m!
“ B E S T P R OD U CTS , B E S T P R ICE S GU AR ANTE E D !”
28 YE AR S E XP E R IE NCE
941-391-5262 2200 Kings Highway #3-J • Port Charlotte, FL 33980 Home Improvement Guide - Page 2
ACER GRANITE CORP
granite starting at just
$29.00 per sqft. w/free sink see store for details
serving sarasota, charlotte & lee counties!
Office: (941) 624-5958 Cell: (941) 564-7935 Fax: (941) 235-9568 contact@acergranite.com • www.acergranite.com 18440 paulson drive • port charlotte, florida 33954 Home Improvement Guide - Page 3
Taz Tile & Marble Inc.
Quality Work, Guaranteed, Since 1979
Quality Work, Guaranteed, Since 1979
For ALL YOUR Flooring Needs Carpet - Wood - Tile - Marble - Glass Tile - Stone - Granite
Thank You Englewood for Voting Us #1 again! We Also Specialize In
Glass Block - Granite Countertops Glass Enclosures - Green Products
SP47827
V oted B est P lace to B uy T ile!
941-473-3730
Residential & Commercial Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services • Water Heaters/ Tankless • Garbage Disposals • Drain Cleaning • Sewer Camera • Toilets & Faucets • Remodel & Repipes • Backflow Installation, Repairs & Certification
2615 Placida Rd., Englewood FREE ESTIMATES • LIC. & INS.
HOME INSURANCE TIPS Are my policy limits adequate to replace the home if it becomes necessary? You need enough insurance to cover the cost of rebuilding your home at current construction costs and building codes. Don’t include the cost of the land. Check the value of your insurance policy against rising local building cost EACH YEAR. Advise your insurer and increase the limits of your policy if you make improvements or additions to your house.
10% OFF With This Coupon
Financing Available 12 Months Same As Cash
Do I have federal flood insurance? Standard homeowner’s policies do not cover damage from floods, including storm surge from a hurricane. Insurance for flooding and storm surge is available from the National Flood Insurance Program. Information should be available through the agent handling your regular homeowner’s policy, but is also available from the National Flood Insurance Program or by calling 1-888-379-9531. Remember, there is a 30 day waiting period for flood insurance to go into effect. Don’t wait until a storm is threatening!
Locally Owned & Operated Serving SWF Over 28 Years
2370 Tamiami Trl • Port Charlotte • www.slumber-world.biz
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“Improve The Value Of Your Home” Our products have been around since 10,000 BC
EXQUISITE CARPET & TILE — MILL DIRECT — Philadelphia • Cabin Craft • Shaw
• Landscape Stone • Lot Clearing • Bulk Mulch • Fill Dirt • Washed Shell • Seawall Stone • River Rock • Sand • Shell • Topsoil • Bag Mulch • Weed Mat • Pine Straw • Sod & Sod Plugs • Horse Bedding • Cobra Edging
Premium Washed Shell $37.50 yd With Coupon Expires 8-30-11
(941) 475-0076
2831 Ave. of The Americans • Englewood, Fl 34224
S ecurity Alarm C orporation
All prices include moving furniture & removing existing carpet
ALL CARPET SPECIALS YOUR CHOICE OF COLORS Licensed Insured
Residential Commercial
Port Charlotte
941-625-5666
CHARLOTTE HOME DECOR
“Since 1979”
“We know what we’re doing, and we do it right!”
Specializing in the protection of homes & businesses with security and fire systems
• Security & Fire Alarms • Cellular & Radio Monitoring • Emergency Medical Alert Systems • Whole House Music & Intercom • Central Vacuum Systems • Camera Surveillance We’re a local family owned company serving Southwest Florida, with nationwide alarm monitoring! www.securityalarmcorp.com Corporate Headquarters & Central Monitoring Station 17776 Toledo Blade Blvd • Port Charlotte, FL 33948
All Workmanship • Carpet • Ceramic Tile • Hardwood Guaranteed 1 year. Most Installations • Porcelain • Sheet Vinyl Done Within 3-7 • Laminate • Insurance Claims • Do It Yourself Supplies Business Days. Our Certified, Courteous, Imported Tile From Spain & Italy Professional Vinyls By Tarkett & Mannington Installers Do It Right • Family Owned & The First Time. Operated - 29 Years Expert • No Salesman - Deal Installation Free Shop At Direct with Owner & Repairs • Rock Bottom Pricing Home Service
(941) 625-9700
• Blinds • Shades
• Shutters • Motorization
$100 OFF On a motorized garage screen or Two or more plantation shutters*! *min. 30 sq.ft.
your motorized blinds specialist
Joseph Cracchiolo The Only Hunter Douglas “Certified Master Installer” In The Area!
941 - 627 - 0566 2733 Tamiami Trl • Unit A • Port Charlotte,FL • 33952 www.charlottehomedecor.net
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charhomedecor@earthlink.net
Charlotte Plumbing, Inc.
Add some luxury to your bathroom
Specializing in repiping • Widest selection in town Visit our beautiful showroom • Serving Charlotte County since 1979
(941) 625-9981 1266 Market Circle • Port Charlotte • 8am-4pm
Fo r A l l Yo u r L a n d s c a p i n g N e e d s
DELIVERY AVAILABLE - (866) 670-6665 2 L O C AT I O N S T O S E R V E YO U 590 Prineville St. Port Charlotte
7621 Sawyer Circle S. Gulf Cove
629-6665
698-9769
WWW.MURDOCKSTONESETC.COM Home Improvement Guide - Page 6
• Wolverine Tools • Sur Lock Aluminum Edging • Paver Edging • Red Mulch ($1.99) per bag • River Rock • Sand • Concrete Pavers • Slate • Boulders • Potting Soil • Frost Cloth & More
$10 OFF
$10.00
purchase
OFF
of $75 or more Limit 1 coupon per purchase
Delivery Limit 1 coupon per purchase
“Don’t pout over your grout ” We at Dirty Grout® specialize in grout/tile cleaning and restoration and have perfected the means to perform it both safely and efficiently. We approach each service we perform as an advertisement of our excellent customer service and quality of work. We are not just happy to service your needs we want all your friends. neighbors and relatives business also. Having this type of consistent approach has paid off. In 2010 58% of our new business was from our customers referrals. Even in hard economic times we have grown and expanded every year since 2001, so we must be doing something right. Our estimates and demonstrations are FREE. At that time we can answer any questions you may have as well as make suggestions that make sense for your particular situation. Our cleaning demonstration will speak for itself, you will know exactly what you can expect from our service. Your estimate of cost will include all applicable discounts and the price will not change, we do not have any hidden charges. Our Estimators are not Salesmen they are full time experienced FloorTechnicians and will not promise something they can’t deliver!
“Don’t pout over your grout ”
*Restrictions Apply - No Coupon Combos - Exp. 9/10/11
• GROUT CLEANING
• RE-COLORING
• SEALING • TILE CLEANING • RESTORATION
Dirty Grout, Inc.
MyDirtyGrout.com “We Return Phone Calls & Show-Up!”
941-457-4197
CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS SLIPCOVERS & UPHOLSTERY ADO-WRAP VERTICALS & GRABER BLINDS WALL-COVERING & FAUX PAINTING IN-STOCK FABRICS - 100’S OF YARDS Monday - Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm Saturdays by appointment
941-766-1244 Email:Suncountrydecor@comcast.net • Website:www.suncountrydecor.net • 20020 Veterans Blvd, PC, Fl Home Improvement Guide - Page 7
Home Improvement Guide The Home Owner’s Magazine for Home Services.
Pick Up Your Copy Today!
Enter our “Find the Gold Hammer Contest” to Win $50 *
Publix Supermarkets Perkins-Outside Alli-Gators in PC Mall + Many More Locations!
Our Name Says it ALL !
Published Monthly! Serving North Port, Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda & Englewood.
We Are The Area’s Most Affordable Full Color Advertising! Publisher: Jason LaViolette Advertising Info: 941-661-7475 HomeImprovement@mail.com
Congratulations Gayle Martorana of Port Charlotte is July’s Big WINNER!!
FIRST NAME: LAST NAME: ADDRESS: ADDRESS: CITY: ZIP: PHONE #: Who’s Ad did you FIND the “GOLD HAMMER” on?
MAIL TO: Home Improvement 13435 S McCall Rd Suite #225 Port Charlotte, FL 33981 *One winner will be drawn randomly on the 23rd of each month. Must receive entry on or before the 22nd. Limit (1) entry per person / per household / per month. Winners name will appear in next months issue! Only current issue & local resident entries will be accepted.
www.HomeImprovement-Online.com • 13435 S McCall Rd #225 • PC
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IMPERIAL HOME SERVICES HURRICANE SPECIAL Accordion Shutters • • • • • •
Residential & Commercial Monthly Contracts Trimming Clean-ups & More! Handyman Service Property Management Cleaning Odd Jobs & More! Pressure Washing
Before
After
$13.99 sqft installed
Call Today for your Free Estimate ★ Senior Discounts ★
941.255.3585 Come & Visit Our Website At: www.imperialhomeservices.net Licensed & Insured # AAA-09-00121
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Hurricane Protection Systems Hurricane Fabric • Roll Ups • Accordion Shutters • • Storm Panels & Much More! Windows & Door Division New & Replacement • Sliding Patio Doors • • Alum & Vinyl Non & Impact • Custom Acrylic/Vinyl Windows
CORTES & SONS SPECIAL: FREE STUMP REMOVAL ON ANY PURCHASE FOXTAIL PALMS
Regular Price $99.99 NOW ONLY Single $49.99 Double $59.99 Triple $69.99
NURSERY & LANDSCAPE SPECIAL: CONCRETE CURBING LANDSCAPE PACKAGE (Normally $1.99) NOW STARTING AT 99¢ PER FOOT
ALEXANDRIA
PALMS
Regular Price $99.99 NOW ONLY $49.99 15 Gallon
15 Gallon
MAGNOLIA TREES
PYGMY DATE PALM
Regular Price $99.99 NOW ONLY $49.99
Regular Price $99.99 NOW ONLY $49.99
CHRISTMAS PALMS
GUAVA TREE
Regular Price $99.99 NOW ONLY $49.99
SYLVESTER PALMS
Regular Price $99.99 NOW ONLY $49.99
Summer Special
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
15 Gallon
15 Gallon
Come Visit Our Location While All Of Our Prices Are REDUCED!!
15 Gallon
623-2249 • 623-5921 4569 Tamiami Trl & Kings Hwy • Port Charlotte, FL Home Improvement Guide - Page 9
15 Gallon
BUY 3 PALMS GET 1 FREE Bring in coupon for details.
Josh Brown Landscape Maintenance Inc.
• Lawn Care
• Land Clearing
• Trash & Debris
• Bobcat & Dump
Removal
Truck Services
• Shrub Trimming
• Lic/Insured
Email: Jbrownslawnservice@comcast.net
STEP INTO OUR WORLD, WHERE QUALITY & SERVICE COME FIRST Visit Our Showroom
TILE & CARPET WORLD, INC. Serving SWF For Over 20 Years • Granite • Tile • Carpet • Hardwood • Laminate • Bamboo • Vinyl • Medallions • Stones • Glass Mosaics
Hardwood Special
$6.89 sqft
installed *selected items
tile & carpet world, inc.
Free Estimates
Financing Available 6 Months Same As Cash
Family Owned & Operated
941-625-9825 tcworld@comcast.net
Laminate Special
M-F 8-5pm • Sat 10-3pm 4820 Tamiami Trail Port Charlotte, FL 33980 www.TileCarpetWorld.com
HOUSE SPECIALS
$4.99 sqft
installed w/ floor muffler
many colors to choose from - *excluding moldings tile & carpet world, inc.
Porcelain Tile
Granite Tops SURPRISING LOW PRICES
In Stock
many to choose from Awesome Prices 20” 19” 18”
Come See
tile & carpet world, inc.
(compare to formica tops)
Top Quality
Hand Selected Slabs From Brazil 18 Gauge s/s Under Mount Sink & Faucet Package Available
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tile & carpet world, inc.
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Gary Drake DRYER VENT CLEANING & INSPECTION • Prevent Fires! $39.00 • 30+ Years Exp. • Senior Discount
R&L Building Construction, Inc GENERAL CONTRACTING Let us help you with your unpermitted & expired permits! KITCHEN & BATH REMODELS ROOM ADDITIONS • SHEDS • CONCRETE • CARPORTS • SCREEN ROOMS • POOL CAGES • STORM PROTECTION
• Insured • Go Green
10% OFF
• CALL NOW Don t wait until it s too late!
w/ coupon up to $1000
941-204-6468
941-743-8858
QUALITY INSTALLATIONS COMPLETE RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL GLASS AND WINDOW SHOP • • • • • •
Energy Star Windows & Doors Parts For Most Windows & Doors Custom Mirror & Glass Work Shower Enclosures Custom Etching Aluminum and P.V.C. - Impact Hurricane & Non Impact Windows & Doors
COME VISIT OUR SHOWROOM
Commercial • Auto • Residential
• Licensed & Insured Lic# AAA006761 • Building Contractor on staff to take care of any Remodeling Needs
MONDAY - FRIDAY 8AM-3PM
941-624-5277 1146 MARKET CIRCLE • PORT CHARLOTTE
Lock Outs Only
$39.99* price reflects *during business hours only
24hr Emergency Service!!
• Rekeying • Re-program Garage Door Remotes & More!
Call Dennis Schnepp
(941) 467-6060
Email: Info@CharlotteCountyGlass.com • www.CharlotteCountyGlass.com
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“Certified & Bonded”
Custom Window Decor Since 1990
4265 Tamiami Trl #K Port Charlotte, Fl 33980
• Interior Shutters • Vertical Blinds • Faux Wood & Wood Blinds • Honeycomb Blinds • Solar Shades • Woven Woods • Repairs
FREE SHOP AT HOME SERVICE & FREE ESTIMATES!
COME AND SEE OUR BEAUTIFUL SHOWROOM!
For a Free Consultation and Estimate call:
(941) 629-6990
3579 S. ACCESS RD • ENGLEWOOD • WWW.BLINDSBLINDS.NET
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HOME INSURANCE TIPS
CLINTON CASUAL
Are my personal possessions covered? Most homeowner’s insurance policies provide coverage for your personal possessions in amounts approximation 50% to 70% of the amount of the insurance you have on the main structure or “dwelling”. The limits of the policy typically appear on the Declarations Page under Section I, Coverage C. Contents. To determine if this is enough coverage, you need to conduct a home inventory and talk with your agent.
PATIO & FIREPLACE
• Replacement cushions • Electric Fireplaces by Dimplex • Aluminum • Wicker • PVC
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Do I have replacement cost or actual cash value coverage for my possessions? You can insure your possessions in two ways. You can either insure your belongings for their actual cash value or their replacement cost. A cash value policy pays the cost to replace your belongings minus depreciation. A replacement cost policy, on the other hand, reimburses you for the cost to replace the item.
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255-5799
Tues-Fri 10am-6pm • Sat 10am-4pm ClintonCasual.Com 740 Tamiami Trl • Port Char. ½ mile North of Toledo Blade
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w w w. g b i m p e x s t o n e . c o m Cultured Stone Starting at $1.99
York Stone
Turkish Stone
Antic York Stone
BUY HERE OR WE WILL INSTALL
Castle Stone
"MANUFACTURED STONES FOR YOUR DREAM HOME" BEST CHOICE, AND PRICE FOR THE PUBLIC AND CONTRACTORS.
I can’t believe it’s not wood!
* EZ-FIT WALL VENEERS
Antique Brick
Italian Summer Stacking Stone
* SPECIAL PAVER/FLAGSTONES * DECORATIVE STEPPING STONES Wood Stone I can’t believe it’s not wood!
Free Quotes
Builder Stones
813-600-9991 Old Wood Stone
2801 Avenue of the americas • Englewood, FL 34224 www.gbimpexstone@yahoo.com Home Improvement Guide - Page 16
BBQ/Fire Pit Set