JAN. 2012
HOME IMPROVEMENT GUIDE
The Homeowner’s Magazine for Home Services, Home Products & Landscaping • Port Charlotte • Punta Gorda • North Port • Englewood
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“ ON THE INSIDE...”
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Look For New Years $avings Inside Top 10 2012 New Year Resolutions - Pg. 12 “Find the Gold Hammer” Contest - Pg. 14
Nautilus Pools, Inc.
Home Improvement Guide - Page 1
If you can Dream it, we can build it!
Phil Robison’s
& Home Offices
New Years ’re We on ILL S T ings K y! Hw
Sale Going On NOW!
W S T e’re ILL Kin on g Hw s y!
“ 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
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ACER GRANITE CORP l” a e ite es
“R Gran ps o ur Yo ntert u ! Co OW N
GRANITE STARTING AT JUST $29.00 PER SQFT. NO ONE Beats our Prices or Quality. NO ONE! see store for details
serving sarasota, charlotte & lee counties!
Office: (941) 624-5958 Cell: (941) 565-7935 Fax: (941) 235-9568 contact@acergranite.com • www.acergranite.com 18440 paulson drive • port charlotte, florida 33954 Home Improvement Guide - Page 3
Young’s J e we l r y
New Construction
Remodeling
Diamonds • Rolex • Gold & More!
Need Extra
CASH 4 GOLD
Stop in & LET US HELP YOU design a home to fit all your needs!!! MENTION THIS AD & receive a FREE STAINLESS STEEL appliance package!
CA$H for the holidays or Home Improvements?
homes starting in the $110’s
Larry & Lesa Young Custom Jewelry & Repair We Pay Top $$ For Your Gold!
Cell: 941-468-4040
(941) 475-0507
Eli & Bill Porter eli@portergc.com • www.portercontractinginc.com
Tiffany Square • 2828 S. McCall Rd. #235 • Englewood, FL 34224
3579 S. Access Rd. • Suite G • Englewood, FL 34224
Office: 941-445-8595
Sun Country D E COR
➤ CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS ➤ SLIPCOVERS & UPHOLSTERY ➤ BLINDS & DRAPERIES ➤ ADO-WRAP VERTICALS & GRABER
Happy New Year Sale Going On NOW!!!
➤ WALL-COVERING & FAUX PAINTING ➤ IN-STOCK FABRICS - 100’S OF YARDS Monday - Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm Saturdays By Appointment
941-766-1244
FABRIC SALE UP TO
75%
OFF RETAIL
Email:Suncountrydecor@comcast.net • Website:www.suncountrydecor.net • 20020 Veterans Blvd, PC, Fl Home Improvement Guide - Page 4
Nautilus
Pools
“When Quality Counts” Specialists in residential and commercial concrete pool and spas with the following treatments and techniques: • • • • • •
Automated Controls Beach Entries Glass Tile Heating Systems Infinity Edges In-Floor Cleaning Systems
• Rock Coping • Rock & Water Features • PebbleTec Interior Finishes • Screen Enclosures • Salt Chlorine Generators • Paver Decking
co o ven r
The Possibilities are endless. If you can dream it, we can build it. License # CPC 053897 SCC 056684
941-624-5744
Servicing SWFL Since 1989
18380 Paulson Dr • Port Charlotte, FL 33954 • www.nautiluspoolsusa.com • info@nautiluspoolsusa.com
Nautilus Pools
4265 Tamiami Trl #K Port Charlotte, Fl 33980
COME AND SEE OUR BEAUTIFUL SHOWROOM!
For a Free Consultation and Estimate call:
(941) 629-6990
w w w. k i t c h e n c l a s s i c s o n l i n e. c o m
Located in gorgeous SW Florida, the mild climate allows for the opportunity to enjoy your backyard waterscape year round. At Nautilus Pools, Inc., our goal is to provide the utmost level of quality, superior construction & luxurious style. We take pride in the pools we construct & the craftsmanship of our pools speaks for itself. We use only the finest materials & state of the art construction techniques. The feeling of pleasure continues with the personal attention you deserve & with the satisfaction of knowing you have been provided with a superior product. Owned and operated by Peter and Beth Coccaro for over 22 years & married with two children. Peter has been a Charlotte County resident since 1972. He is a hands-on construction and developmental professional with over 30 years of expertise in all facets of the industry. Since, starting Nautilus Pools, Inc., he has a verifiable track record for the successful completion of building over 2,250 plus water environment projects. His areas of expertise are in team building and leadership, permitting and building codes, construction planning and scheduling, design and construction of swimming pools and screen enclosures, quality control management, vendor\material management, commercial and residential sales. With a staff of over 15 people, we are able to provide prompt & friendly in house services. We take pride in our workmanship and treat every pool as if it was in our own backyard. With our supervisors, we make sure that our QUALITY COUNTS!
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“Masters of Disasters” One Call Does It All Our employees are specially trained in the implementation of mold remediation. We use the latest technologies and scientifically proven methods to restore your property and your belongings to the condition they were in before the damage.
• Mold Remediation • Rebuilds • Free Estimates • Flooded? Call Us • Dry Outs • And More! 10% OFF Military & Senior Discount *with mention of this ad
License # MRSR846 License # CBC1255716
Email: info@chicksrestorationservices.com Visit us on the web: www.chicksrestorationservices.com
Pied Piper Residential & Commercial Family Owned & Operated Emergency Services • Water Heaters/ Tankless • Garbage Disposals • Drain Cleaning • Sewer Camera • Toilets & Faucets • Remodel & Repipes • Backflow Installation, Repairs & Certification AND MORE!
(941) 429-9979
free estimates Home Improvement Guide - Page 6
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
$5.79 sqft installed w/ floor muffler many colors to choose from - *excluding moldings tile & carpet world, inc.
Porcelain Tile
Mention this ad & Receive:
In Stock
many to choose from Awesome Prices 20” 19” 18”
Come See
tile & carpet world, inc.
• 10% off carpet • $.30 off a s/ft for Cash & Carry Tile • $100 off granite (over 30 s/ft) • FREE Smiles! tile & carpet world, inc.
The Blind Spot
Your Ultimate Window Treatment Center We Manufacture Shutters & Verticals We Also Carry: ● Shades ● Blinds ● Drapery ● Top Treatments ● Parts Available Free Complimentary Shop At Home! Come Visit Our Showroom
941-743-2646 Residential & Commercial Home Improvement Guide - Page 7
1312 Market Circle Unit 9 Port Charlotte, FL 33953
Ha N pp Ye ew y ar s!
www.theblindspotonline.com
Home Service Directory
Don’t let your ad get lost in the local paper...Home Improvement Guide will feature it here! advertise here
spa / pool
Your Business Card Here For Only
$39.00
NEW & USED HOT TUBS
blinds
plumbing
garage doors
sleep center
per month with 3 month agreement
Locally Owned and Operated
When’s the last time you had a good night’s sleep? Locally Owned & Operated Serving SWF Over 28 Years!
(941) 627-5999 2370 Tamiami Trl • Port Charlotte • www.slumber-world.biz
pet grooming
flooring • Carpet • Tile • Wood• Vinyl • Granite Counter Tops • Butcher Blocks • Caesar Stone Concrete Polishing • Cleaning Supplies • Glass Tile • Marble • Travertine • Laminate Floors • Free Estimates
RUBBER TREE FLOORING AND DESIGN www.rubbertreeflooring.com
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Great Sales • Great Savings 3385 S. McCall Rd Englewood, FL 34224
941.475.9545
Home Service Directory
Don’t let your ad get lost in the local paper...Home Improvement Guide will feature it here! pool heating • air conditioning
pottery
tax services
custom pools
• tax preparation • accounting • business payroll • and more!
Phone: 941-625-0015 2395 Tamiami Trl, Suite 17, Port Charlotte, FL 33952
concrete & statues bird baths, fountains and table sets
concrete specialties Tim Richards
625-4888 Sue Richards
home improvement
Mike Lonsky 941-380-3269
www.legereconcrete.com 1340 eljobean rd, state road 776 - port charlotte, fl 33948
pressure washing
mirror & glass
Bobby Van’s
If it’s Not The Best, it’s FREE!
PRESSURE WASHING 941-474-4923 Licensed/Insured • 28 Years Experience Complete Property Maintenance Available
½ Man ½ Amazing Home Improvement Guide - Page 9
Discount
• Law Enforcement • First Responders • Active Military
Driveway Staring At $35 Pool Cages Staring At $100
Home Service Directory
Don’t let your ad get lost in the local paper...Home Improvement Guide will feature it here! cabinetry
attorney at law
Robert (Bob) Stoebenau Jr Designer / Owner bob@simplycabinets.net
www.SimplyCabinets.net lighting & fans
computer service
gallery of lighting & fans Your Only Source For Lamp Shades In The Area!
• Ceiling Fans • Lamps • Lamp Shades • Lighting • Accessories
50% OFF Selection of in-stock lights & ceiling fans *
COMPUCARE ONSITE COMPUTER REPAIR AFFORDABLE & EFFICIENT VIRUS & SPYWARE REMOVAL WWW.COMPUCAREONSITE.COM
941.629.1884
(941)979-7638
483 Collingswood Blvd-1 block south of Toledo Blade & 41 • *see store for details
pool renovations
sheds / garages
dryer vent cleaning
painting
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CLINTON CASUAL
PATIO & FIREPLACE • Replacement cushions • Electric Fireplaces by Dimplex • Aluminum • Wicker • PVC • Patio Tables & Chairs
“Look for our pink umbrella”
941-255-5799
ClintonCasual.Com • Tues-Fri 10am-6pm • Sat 10am-4pm 740 Tamiami Trl • Port Char. ½ mile North of Toledo Blade
CHARLOTTE HOME DECOR “Blind installers do it in the shade”
Heritance® Hardwood Shutters with TruView™ Rear Tilt
• • • • •
Blinds Shades Shutters Motorization & More!
Celebrate the seasons
your motorized blinds specialist The #1 Hunter Douglas “Certified Master Installer” In The Area!
Style for your windows, savings for you. With their beautiful colors, fabrics and designs, Hunter Douglas window fashions are always a smart choice for creating inviting, attractive spaces.
Joseph Cracchiolo
941 - 627 - 0566 2733 Tamiami Trl • Unit A • Port Charlotte,FL • 33952
•
www.CharlotteHomeDecor.net
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•
CharHomeDecor@Earthlink.net
TOP 10 2012 NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS With the coming of a fresh year people always strive hard to have a good beginning. Every year most of us make unique and new resolutions. We plan it well and stay determined to fulfill those resolutions. But somehow only a few have the relentlessness to keep up their resolutions. Throughout 2011, many people made various resolutions. Some of them might have succeeded and others couldn’t because of the simple reason that they did not try hard enough to fulfill them. No matter how successful you were in 2011, the new year, 2012 will be your year to have a new beginning and start with a fresh zeal. If you haven’t made your list of resolutions yet, here are the top 10 New Year’s resolutions for 2012 to see if they can be applied to your life. 1. Lose Weight This is probably one of the resolutions which are common to many people who always dream of having a beautiful and lean body. Was this one of your resolutions from past year? If so, be encouraged this year to follow it until you see positive results. Make a plan of what you will give up (late night snacks, that extra meal) in exchange for a lean body. You only have to make this shift once in your lifetime to get lasting results.
2. Getting Organized Punctuality & organization is very crucial in life. People should always organize things accordingly and never delay any work what so ever. Work planning is very important both in office & also in home. The 2011 resolution must also include being organized and well planned. This will not only help in becoming a disciplined person but can also help in earning appreciation. In life problems are inevitable but handling these problems in planned & organized way is the main thing. Therefore a person’s resolution must include being disciplined. Simple things such as making a daily goal list before you start the day can go a long way.
3. Spend Less, Save More How did you do financially in 2011? Before you buy something, always spend some time justifying the reason.
4. Enjoy life to the Fullest Life comes once and should be enjoyed as much as possible in the right way.
5. Staying Fit and Healthy Staying physically and mentally fit should be another important resolution which can change your life positively and effectively.
Josh Brown
6. Learn Something Exciting Time waits for none and it should never be wasted.
7. Quit Smoking Smoking is injurious to health and it is known to all. Many people cannot give up smoking even after trying a lot. If you’re still addicted, your 2012 resolution should be to quit smoking.
8. Helping Others in Their Dreams It always feels very nice to know that our actions can make other people smile & this is something to be proud about. You can help others in 2011 with your time and skills.
9. Fall in Love Love is a wonderful feeling that comes from within. It’s never too late to fall in love.
10. Spend More Time with Family Spending time with the family gives a person a chance to know each other, share feelings, share joy & sorrow. This is an important resolution that will give you fulfillment in life.
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Landscape Maintenance Inc
• Lawn Care • Trash/Debris Removal • Shrub Trimming • Land Clearing • Bobcat & Dump Truck Services • Lic/Insured Email: Jbrownslawnservice@comcast.net
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Charlotte Plumbing, Inc.
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
“Don’t pout over your grout ”
before
after
• GROUT CLEANING • SEALING • RE-COLORING • REPAIRS • AND MUCH MORE
“We Return Phone Calls & Show-Up!”
941-457-4197 Dirty Grout, Inc.
MyDirtyGrout.com Home Improvement Guide - Page 13
*Restrictions Apply - No Coupon Combos - Exp. 12/05/11
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
Enter our “Find the Gold Hammer Contest” to Win $50 * Congratulations Kathy Czajka of North Port was December’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 CONTACT US: 941-661-7475 *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 the current month entries will be accepted.
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• 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
“Improve The Value Of Your Home”
EXQUISITE CARPET & TILE — MILL DIRECT — Philadelphia • Cabin Craft • Shaw All Workmanship Guaranteed 1 year. • Carpet • Ceramic Tile • Hardwood 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 Home Service Rock Bottom Pricing • All prices include moving furniture & removing existing carpet
ALL CARPET SPECIALS YOUR CHOICE OF COLORS Licensed Insured
Residential Commercial
Port Charlotte
941-625-5666
The U.S. Fire Administration reports that fires kill more than 4,000 Americans each year and approximately injure 20,000 more. U.S. fire departments respond to nearly 2 million fires each year, with three-quarters of them occurring in residences.
Commercial • Auto • Residential
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 “Certified & Bonded”
• Prevent Fires!
$39.00
• 30+ Years Exp. • Senior Discount • Insured
SERVICING: Bradenton, Sarasota, Venice, Port Charlotte, Englewood, Punta Gorda, Arcadia, Fort Myers & Cape Coral.
• Go Green
CALL NOW
Condo Association Discounts Gary Drake • Dryer Vent Specialist
941-204-6468
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CORTES & SONS SPECIAL: FREE STUMP REMOVAL ON ANY PURCHASE FOXTAIL PALMS
NURSERY & LANDSCAPE
ALEXANDRIA
PALMS
SPECIAL: CONCRETE CURBING LANDSCAPE PACKAGE Regular Price $99.99 NOW ONLY Single $49.99 Double $59.99 Triple $69.99
(Normally $1.99) NOW STARTING AT 99¢ PER FOOT
SPECIAL SALE ON SOD: ST. AUGUSTINE BAHIA FLORATAM
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MAGNOLIA TREES
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CHRISTMAS PALMS
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RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
15 Gallon
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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 16
BUY 3 PALMS GET 1 FREE Bring in coupon for details.