Berks County Living Home Improvement Guide 2024

HOME GUIDE Improvement 2024

HOM E GUIDE Improvement 2024

Spark Joy at Home

More than anywhere else, you spend time at home. Why not customize it to suit your specific wants and needs? Whether you're looking to spruce up your landscaping, add new furniture or appliances or give your kitchen a facelift, this guide has you covered. Flip through and you'll also find businesses that can help with plumbing and heating needs and with aiding accessibility and security too. Investing in your home is always worth it.

Nikki M. Murry Editor, Berks County Living

Riverview Tree & Landscaping, Inc.

“It’s great to transform a space properly and to see people satisfied with our work,” says Aleks Salks, Landscape & Pond Designer at Riverview Tree & Landscaping, Inc.

With more than 50 years serving the needs of Berks and surrounding counties, the Riverview landscaping team offers garden and landscape plantings; they design and install retaining walls, walkways, patios, fire pits, ponds, pondless water features and waterfalls. They also offer customizable property maintenance services. Riverview prides itself on customizing plans for each client’s needs, property and budget.

The Maintenance Division provides services in mowing, lawn care, spring clean-up, edging, mulching, pruning, weed control, fall leaf clean-up and/or fall and holiday decorating services. They have won multiple awards, including the Reading Eagle Reader’s Choice Award for Best Landscaper and for Best Lawn Care. Riverview is a family business and a 100 percent woman-owned company.

Maidencreek TV and Appliance, Inc.

Thank you for all the support from the people of Berks County and the surrounding counties. It has been a major undertaking building our new store in conjunction with the highway construction directly in front of the property.

We appreciate our loyal customers who went above and beyond to fight the construction to shop with us and look forward to serving you for many years to come.

Our knowledge of the appliances and televisions we sell sets us high above the competition. Maidencreek TV & Appliance is an authorized dealer of such brands as GE, GE Café, GE Monagram, Bosch, Frigidiare, Electrolux, Whirlpool, Maytag, Kitchen Aid, Speed Queen, LG, Viking, Thermador, Subzero, Blue Star and more. We can help you select your new appliance, television and mattress purchase at any budget.

Stop in and see the new all-in-one washer and dryer combo made by GE….Now if only they could figure out how to make it fold laundry!

Purchase any appliance

$299 and up for one free gift (while supplies last). Just present this ad at the time of purchase. This is not valid for previous sales.

Same location, same staff, NEW BUILDING!

ProCare @ Home

Did you know the average cost to live in a retirement community in PA is $3,075/mo.? Learn how we can transform your home to suit your needs at a fraction of the cost!

759 Flory Mill Rd., Lancaster 855.528.0421 procare-home.com PA HIC#: PA095644

Are you looking to spend as many years as possible in the comfort of your own home? ProCare @ Home specializes in crafting personalized plans for your future, ensuring you can enjoy every moment in the place you love most.

ProCare’s mission is to improve the lives of those we work with. Our expert team understands that accessibility isn't always just about medical needs; it's about enhancing your quality of life. We want to help you experience the joy of staying independent and comfortable for years to come, all while saving money by avoiding long-term costly expenses.

Invest in your future today and enjoy the peace of mind of knowing you're prepared for whatever life brings. Our certified team conducts personalized assessments and installations based on mobility needs and disease progression. Contact us now to schedule your free consultation and take the first step toward a future filled with comfort, accessibility and savings!

Steve Essig, President

Essig Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

Since opening its doors in 1938, Essig Plumbing & Heating has been proud to be the most trusted home services team in Berks County. Our award-winning, family-operated company specializes in custom home comfort solutions for your unique needs.

Essig’s local team of highly trained and licensed technicians offer the latest HVAC, plumbing, water and air quality technologies to maximize your comfort, energy savings, family health and equipment longevity.

When the weather outside reaches summer highs, winter lows and spring/fall heavy storms, our team of specialists will be available to make sure your home environment remains uninterrupted. Plus, we offer budgetfriendly maintenance plans, seasonal deals and financing options to make it easy to take care of your home.

With more than 85 years of experience, Essig serves Berks Countians with the same level of expertise and professionalism that we’d want for our own families. We look forward to maximizing your comfort and health at home soon!

D&B Elite Custom

What about D&B Elite is custom? Everything. From ground-up new home builds to home renovations and additions, there isn’t a project we’ve done the same twice. While there are plenty of homebuilders to choose from, the Elite team’s level of craftsmanship, experience and heart is second to none. Our team is built by dedicated individuals who become so invested in your home project that they treat your home like their own. See what it means to make your home, Elite:

Construction on your home is an inconvenience – we get that. Unforeseen issues will inevitably arise. At D&B Elite Custom we stand by the saying, “A project well planned is a project half complete.” Follow these tips to ensure a smooth project:

• Work with a General Contractor that takes the time to learn your needs and desires. Your construction partner should want to see the site and learn about the conditions of your home. They should encourage you not to rush through decisions and ask questions that make you think about how you are going to function in your space.

• Plan ahead! It’s never too early to reach out and discuss your upcoming project (especially with the current supply chain issues and extended lead times). Be prepared with an idea board that shows the style, look and feel you want.

• Be realistic when it comes to financials (unlike the budgets you see on HGTV)! A good home builder will advise you on where you can adjust specifications to save money and come up with a plan that gets the look you desire to fit within a reasonable budget.

• Ask your home builder how they manage project selections and deadlines. Look for a construction partner that invests in construction management software. This will help ensure project deadlines are met and keep the project running smoothly through clear communication.

D&B Elite Custom for your complimentary consultation today. See why we were named the People’s Choice in Home Contractor back-to-back in 2022 and 2023 and New Home Builder for the last three years in a row!

Kitchen Tune-Up

Interested in updating your kitchen without the excessive financial burden? Kitchen Tune-up can help! Kitchen Tune-up is a local, veteran-owned company offering five different levels of updates for your kitchen, each with a price point to fit most budgets.

Contact us 8520 Allentown Pike Blandon | 610.603.6116 kitchentuneup.com

Most people put off kitchen remodeling for years because the investment is typically high, sometimes $40,000 to $60,000 or more! With Kitchen Tune-up, we offer not only kitchen remodeling, but also offer four additional services that will update the cabinets that are already in place: refacing, redooring, cabinet painting and a cabinet tune-up, at a fraction of the cost of a remodel.

Our clients appreciate the options Kitchen Tune-up offers. We focus on educating our customers on the services available to them depending on what they want to change and how they need their space to function.

New Castle Lawn & Landscape

Are you in search of a lawn and landscape provider that exceeds expectations? Contact New Castle Lawn & Landscape! Recognized as one of the “Best Landscape & Lawn Care Companies to Work For in PA,” New Castle leads the landscape industry by shattering stereotypes and cultivating leaders. Their mission to beautify environments and impact lives is evident in both their work and their community involvement. Whether you're a homeowner in need of regular landscape maintenance or an ambitious outdoor living space renovation, or you own a business aiming to create a positive first impression, New Castle provides exemplary services in lawn care, landscape and hardscape design, tree care and more. To learn more about what they offer, visit newcastle94.com.

When you choose New Castle, you make an investment in giving back. The team at New Castle prides itself on its community service efforts.

D&S Elite Construction, Inc.

D&S Elite Construction Inc. is a full-service general contracting company founded in 2008 by trusted construction industry veteran Joseph Delibertis. With the later addition of Allen Butler as vice president, the result is a collaboration of two of the area’s most experienced construction leaders. Specializing in commercial and residential construction, Joe, Allen and the entire D&S Elite Construction, Inc. team of 16 talented and diverse individuals have the resources it takes to turn your construction vision into a reality. D&S Elite Construction, Inc. offers a wide variety of services, including full-service general contracting, client representation and construction management services in both the residential and commercial construction industries. Headquartered in Douglassville, D&S Elite Construction, Inc. serves Berks, Chester, Lehigh, Montgomery and neighboring counties. D&S Elite Construction, Inc. is committed to client satisfaction, and elite results are always our top priority. Reach out to see how our team can make your construction project dreams a reality.

Ryeland Gardens

Tucked away near the historic Conrad Weiser Homestead is Ryeland Gardens, a garden-lover’s oasis. At Ryeland, your gardening success is our highest priority, and we can’t wait to help grow your garden to its fullest potential. Visit us for a wide variety of annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees as well as mulch and more.

We’re more than happy to offer advice regarding plant selection and to do our best to provide detailed care instructions for all we have for sale.

Need some inspiration? Visit our series of display gardens and see the plants in action, so to speak. Each area has its own unique personality. You can see what thrives and where, helping you to make informed decisions. We hope to see you here, and we will do our best to make Ryeland Gardens your favorite place to visit for high-quality nursery stock, whether it be for something common, or something new and rare, or just plain beautiful.

"Gardening is about joy and taking delight in all that we've been given. And that is something I'm delighted to do!"

- Dennis Hurst, owner

37 Weiser Lane, Womelsdorf 610.589.4917

ryelandgardens.com

Empire Home Center

Why choose us? It’s simple. We provide the best customer service and nothing but the best quality products and prices in the area! Stop in and see why we’re the best in Berks!

Contact us

2741 Bernville Rd. Leesport 641 Penn Avenue West Reading 610.926.0500 empirehomecenter.com

As homeowners in Berks, we own an incredible asset. The value of our homes have increased substantially and show no signs of stopping. Berks County is a hidden gem with huge growth potential. The best way to add value to your home is by incorporating cutting-edge, highquality products when remodeling. From kitchens and baths to flooring, windows, doors, hardware, furniture, home décor and staging services, we can help. Our home products are on trend and in stock with multiple options and sizes to choose from. Choose from the aforementioned in-stock product or sit with our talented designers to make your project look exactly as you envision it. When we design and supply product, we start by gathering your measurements. Our skilled team can design your cabinets with our exclusive software and provide you with true 3D renderings for your home.

Since 1955, Empire has been Berks County’s number one destination for all home remodeling needs. We promise to continue implementing staff training, improve our services and continue providing Berks with the best quality products at the best price. Our entire team is grateful for our valued customers! We are beyond thankful for the relationships we have built with homeowners, contractors, investors and realtors in the area. Our team will help you turn your house into a home that you love!

SAH Inc.

When you think of SAH, Inc. (Secure-A-Home), security is only the beginning. The real value is the peace of mind we provide for our residential and commercial clients. For more than 35 years, SAH Inc. has provided custom installed security and fire protection systems. Our professional sales team will survey your property and design a system that best fits your needs. We are not a “onesize-fits-all” security company and do not sell package systems. We utilize Alarm.com for interactive services, allowing our customers to keep connected to their most important possessions. This easy-touse app allows you to control your system, check video, operate your thermostat, control your lighting, control garage doors and much more. SAH Inc., Keeping you Safe at Work and Secure at Home. Contact SAH Inc. for a free estimate and peace of mind.

For more than 35 years, SAH Inc. has provided custom installed security and fire protection systems.

Contact us

50 S. Museum Rd., Reading 610.372.8872

sales@sahinc.com sahinc.com