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ith their children grown, Monique and Monty Trice were looking for a dream home that both they and their visiting families could enjoy. After months of searching in communities south of Tampa, they decided to focus on finding a place closer to their existing townhome in Westchase. Their search led them to Bexley in Land O’ Lakes. After exploring the new Pasco County community, just off State Road 54, the couple knew right away they had found what they were looking for. “We got to Bexley, and immediately I thought, ‘this is home’,” said Monique. The semi-retired couple settled on The Willow floorplan by Lennar, a 2,500-square-foot, four-bedroom, two-story home with two large master suites, one on each floor. “Having a bedroom on the first floor was very important to us,” added Monty. “We have older family members who visit, and it’s important to us that they’re comfortable and they don’t have to climb any stairs.” Bexley’s location, approximately 26 miles from Tampa, was a big draw for the couple. “It’s really a hidden gem,” noted Monique of the community. “It’s a very easy commute for us to get to work.” The couple also appreciated the unique home styles, the distinct architecture found in Bexley and the outstanding amenities.
Monique and Monty Trice found their forever home in the new Pasco County community, Bexley, in Land O’ Lakes.
“There’s so much to do, it feels like you’re at a resort,” said Monty. “Our weekends are full of adventure with the different community activities that are scheduled, such as concerts and the Bexley Morning Market.” Set within 1,825 acres of pastoral ranch lands, mature woodlands and cypress wetlands, Bexley residents enjoy two resort-style pools, a game room and miles of multi-surface Avid™ trails for biking, jogging or walking. For kids and grandkids, there are custom-built playgrounds to enjoy, Mud, Sweat and Gears Park
for soccer or football games, and a BMX bicycle pump track. There’s even the BarkYard Park for fourlegged residents, with separate spaces for big and small dogs. “We designed Bexley so that it would be the ideal community for people at all stages of life,” said Pam Parisi, Vice President of Marketing for Newland Communities, which developed Bexley. “There are singlefamily homes, along with low-maintenance townhomes and villas. So whether you’re a single professional, a growing family or an active retiree, we have a home for
you at a variety of different price points.” Monique agrees. “Whatever stage you are, Bexley is a fit! We love that we have such a diverse set of neighbors. Some have children, and we get to watch them grow up. Others are retirees. We love to have impromptu gatherings together. They’ve all become like family to us.” To find out what it would be like to live in Bexley, try the community’s exclusive Resident for a Day program. Learn more about all that Bexley has to offer by visiting BexleyFlorida.com.
There’s nothing better than living g in Bexley. It’s simply the best.* Two expansive, resor t-styyle pools, lush landscaping, a un u ique open-air game room with billiards and air hockey, and custom playgrounds are just the beginning. Take a loop around our pic ture u sque trails with plenty of outdoor Fit Stations along the way, before treating your taste buds at the Twisted Sprocket Café. * BEST means just that, award-winning-best: Top Master Planned Community in the Southeast Best Recreational Facility in the Southeast Best in American Living Award
New Homes $200k - $600k+ BexleyFlorida a com a. 16950 Vibrant Way, Land O’Lakes, FLL 34638
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Ashton Woods Excels at Interior Home Design
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our dream home is finally coming together. You’ve decided where you want to live, and found the perfect floor plan for your family by a builder with a great reputation. After you formalize the details with a signed contract, the next step at the design studio is perhaps the most fun of all, because you and your designer will transform your floor plan into the home of your dreams. It’s this interior design phase where Ashton Woods excels, both because of its talented and experienced design staff, and because it has the ability to customize and personalize home interiors more than most production builders. “If we can make it happen, we will,” said Viana Ayuso, an Ashton Woods design consultant at the company’s design studio in Brandon. “We encourage our customers to dream big, because we are more flexible and have more options than most builders.” Ayuso and her colleague, Kristin Wilson, have designed hundreds of homes for Ashton Woods families in Tampa Bay. Together, they have close to 20 years experience in new home interiors, and understand the cyclical nature of design that drives a client’s desires and expectations. “Our goal is to achieve the look our buyers want, within the budget they have to spend,” said Ayuso. “We guide them to make sure their desired look flows seamlessly throughout the house, and help them make the many decisions needed to specify their home’s interior.” Ashton Woods design consultants typically spend between four and six hours working one-on-one with buyers to select finishes that reflect their lifestyle, their design style and, of course, their budget. Their overall objective is custom personalization that makes a home unique to the buyer. “Before we meet, we ask buyers to
Viana Ayuso is an Ashton Woods design consultant at the company’s design studio in Brandon.
think about what they dislike about their current home, and what they love. That gives us a good starting point,” said Ayuso. Because of HGTV and the plethora of interior decorating magazines and internet sites, most customers come in with a clear vision of what they want, and often bring Pinterest boards, fabric and paint swatches, magazine tear sheets and even photos of interiors from other models, Ayuso explains. “Homebuyers today come into their appointment knowing the name and style of products for example a Cambria quartz countertop” she said. Ayuso and Wilson begin their design sessions by asking lots of questions and closely listening to their buyers. “Flooring is the most expensive element and extends to all living spaces, so it's a great place to begin,” said Ayuso. “Next is the kitchen, because it is the heart of the home and the centerpiece of the living area.” Ayuso advises clients to select timeless design features, using a neutral color palette with white or ivory cabinets and simple backsplashes, so that their home does not look dated in a few
Top 5 Design Trends 1. Wood Plank Tiles – the look of wood with the durability of tile, generally for less money than real wood 2. White Cabinets – always in style, transitional and timeless 3. Farmhouse Style – casual lifestyle is the rage, with lots of classic Americana elements 4. Quartz countertops – have replaced granite because they’re heat and stain resistant, and need no special care 5. Personal Retreat – luxurious master spa to unwind with rain showerheads off the ceiling and stand-alone tubs in middle of bath
years as design trends change. “You can change your style with accent pieces, new area rugs and paint,” Ayuso said. “That’s much more affordable than replacing dark cabinets and multicolor backsplashes. Our goal is to design a home that can be inexpensively updated as styles change.” Most clients want their new home to be move-in ready, Ayuso said, because
they don’t have time to take care of details like blinds and painting after they close. “Plus, they can add the cost of their interior finishes to their mortgage, which is very attractive for many buyers,” Ayuso said. “The general rule is for every $1,000 in design features, it adds just $6 a month to a mortgage. So, if you’re looking at $30,000 in upgrades, that comes to just $180 per month.” Viana, who has a design certificate from NY Institute Art & Design, as well as an MBA in Advertising, loves her job at Ashton Woods. “I come from a family of musicians, and creativity is a big part of me,” she said. “I’ve always had a knack for design, and love sharing with clients which colors work best, and explaining the theory and history behind their design choices.” In Pasco County, Ashton Woods is building homes in Asturia, a masterplanned community in Odessa located on State Road 54, just west of the Suncoast Parkway. For more information, go to AshtonWoods.com/tampa, or call Ayuso at (813) 324-8815.
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ASTURIA sin ngle-family homes from the t high $200s More amenitiies within reach of your new w home. • Miles of walking trails and abundant gre een space • Stunning Community Co ommunity Center with swimming swimm ming pool and fitness center • Playgrounds and picnic areas
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2506 Claymore Street
1419
Suwannee A
45' Evergreen Series 4 beds / 3 baths / 2-car garage ALLEY LOAD / 2,204 sq. ft.
$307,990
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14810 Caravan Avenue
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Arlington B
36‘ Grove Series 3 beds / 2.5 baths / 2,003 sq. ft.
2465 Claymore Street
0112
Arlington
36' Grove Series 3 beds / 2.5 baths / 2-car garage ALLEY LOAD / 2,003 sq. ft.
$285,920
$279,990
14831 Trails Edge Blvd
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Truman G
55' Heritage Series 4 beds / 2 baths / 2-car garage / 1,962 sq. ft.
$339,059
$329,990
14945 Renaissance Ave
1601
Milan
55’ Classic Series 4 beds / 2.5 baths / 2,722 sq. ft.
$430,606
$424,990
2514 Portico Street
0219
Blackwater
45’ Evergreen Series 4 beds / 2.5 baths / 2-car garage / 2,309 sq. ft.
$355,092
SOLD
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*No closing costs incentive is a maximum of 3% of purchase price on inventory homes purchased from June 1, 2018 through June 30, 2018. Must comply with all terms of Ashton Woods Advantage Program to be eligible, including financing purchase and closing of home with Wells Fargo Home Mortgage; use of First American Title Companyy.. Subject to loan program guidelines and limits. Lender down payment requirements may also applyy. Supply of inventory homes is limited and subject to availabilityy, and prices may vary based on home and homesite. Offer not available with any other promotion, offer or negotiation, and is subject to change or termination at any time without notice. Ashton Woods Homes is not a lender or mortgage brokerr.. Programs, prices, rates, terms and conditions subject to change without notice. Other restrictions may apply. See New Home Sales Consultant for complete details. All loans subject to credit approval. Other restrictions applyy. © 2018 Ashton Woods Homes. Ashton Woods Homes reserves the right to change plans, specifications and pricing without notice in its sole discretion. Square footage is approximate and floorplans shown are representative of actual floorplans. Window, floor and ceiling elevations are approximate, subject to change without prior notice or obligation, mayy not be updated on the website, and may vary by plan elevation and/or communityy.. Special wall and window treatments, upgraded flooring, fireplace surrounds, landscape and other features in and around the model homes are designer suggestions and not included in the sales price. All renderings, color schemes, floorplans, maps and displays are artists’ conceptions and are not intended to be an actual depiction of the hom e or its surroundings. Basement options are available subject to site conditions. Homesite premiums may apply. While we endeavo r to display current and accurate information, we make no representations or warranties regarding the information set forth herein and, without limiting the foregoing, are not responsible for any information being out of date or inaccurate, or for any typographical errors. Please see Sales Representative for additional information, including current floorplans. This is not an offer to sell real estate, or solicitation to buy real estate, in any jurisdiction where prohibited by law or in any jurisdiction where prior registration is required, including New Y Yo ork and New Jersey. 6.18 CGC1525320
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3004 MARBLE CREST DR, LAND O LAKES, FL 34638 Welcome W l home h to t this thi bbeautiful tif l SSouthern th C Crafted ft d H Homes, B Boca G Grande d Model, located in the highly desirable gated community of Stonegate. This spacious 3298 sq.ft, 3 car garage home boastts 4 bedrooms with walk-in in closets, 3 full bathrooms, formal living rooom, dining room, and an open concept eat in kitchen / family room combination c with surround sound and a natural gas fireplace. Not to mention, a huge second story bonus room that will no doubt becom me your favorite room in the house. The beautiful, sparkling pool will keepp you cooled off in the summer while enjoying your amazing views of the pond and expansive treed green space within the communityy. Feel like taking a dip in the winter months? Go right ahead! The pool has a spill over spa and both the spa and pool are solar heated for yeaar round enjoyment. The additional outdoor living space is pre-plumbedd with water, electric, and gas for you to create your dream outdoor kitchhen. Priced at $449,900. Contact Heather Patierno at 813-833-78804
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11316 VERSAILLES LN, PORT RICHEY Y,, FL 34668 Looking for a maintenance free picture perfect homee in a 55 + community? Look no further! This beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 baath, 1,171 sq.ft condo in sought after Timber Oaks is move in ready! The updated kitchen features new cabinets, a bay window with breakfastt nook and a large pantry The large living and dining room combinationn is great for entertaining with sliding doors to the enclosed Florida Rooom. The Master bedroom has sliding doors to the Florida room, a large walk w in closet and an adjoining bath. Beautiful laminate floors are throughout this unit. The Timber Oaks Community is a great place to live withh mature Oak trees, pools, a billiard room, card room and even a sewing craft room in the beautiful club house. Priced at $97,500. Contact Linda Ruhlig at 813494-5433
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8107 MILLLW WOOD DR, BA AYONET POINTT,, FL 34667 AY Welcome Home! From the douuble door formal entry this home shows like a model. This bright, beauutiful 3 BR 2 BA home with 2,384 sq.ft, in sought after Millwood Village, is ready to move into! The split floor plan features a huge Master Bedrooom Suite that includes a 16 x 12 master bath t shower h as wellll as an additional dditi l b th with ith a garden d tub t b andd seeparate bonus sitting room/office that is 13x9, and sliding doors to the pool and lanai. All bedrooms feature waalk in closets for plenty of storage. Enjoy dining in your formal dining rooom with a bay window or take it out to your screened in patio and louunge in your beautiful 14x28 pool! Yo Your kitchen features plenty of cabbinet space and a large nook for dining. The 11x6 laundry room housees built in cabinets as well as a closet. This home has been newly paintedd both inside and out and meticulously maintained! Newer appliancess are included, too! Priced at $231,900. Contact Linda Ruhlig at 813-4494-5433
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Make this gorgeous 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2,656 sqq.ft move in ready house your new home!!! A beautiful double door enntry welcomes you into the formal living and dining space. The family room is spacious and open to the kitchen with corian countertops annd a large island. The family room also has a large 3 panel sliding glass door d that opens completely to allow for great access to the coveredd patio and yard for parties or gatherings. Four large bedrooms are all located l on the second floor. The sunk in master bedroom and bathrooom will make you feel like you are on a retreat with a wooded view directly d above the garden tub. This home is situated on a large flat lott with a wooded view. Priced at $290,900. Contact Heather Acevedoo at 813-352-4881
Just over a half acre lot! The double wide mobile home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room with w fire place, large eat in kitchen. There is an in-ground pool. The pool equipment is not functioning, per the c The yard is completely fenced seller the filtration system is cracked. with chain link, plus the pool area is privacy fenced. The home has sliding glass doors that lead to t the pool area. The home needs TLC, but all the homes major systems and appliances are working. Priced at $92,500. Contact Karen Hernaandez at 813-918-5765
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Baby Boomers Await Del Webb Bexley
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f you’re a baby boomer looking to retire in the next few years, imagine a 55-plus community that offers an active lifestyle located within one of Tampa Bay’s most desirable masterplanned communities, where your children and grandchildren live just minutes away. This is the vision Del Web is bringing to Pasco County, in the Land O’ Lakes’ community of Bexley — a 1,825acre development by Newland Communities, one of the most respected developers in the country. “This is the first brand new Del Webb community in the Tampa Bay Region in a long time, and the anticipation and interest we’re seeing is incredible,� said Kelli Bailey, vice president of sales for the Pulte Group, which has owned Del Webb since 2001. “With very little marketing, 2,800 people have already registered on our VIP list to receive regular updates about Del Webb Bexley,� said Bailey. “We’re seeing a huge pent-up demand for this community, especially from local residents.� Bailey reports that about 70 percent of the community’s VIP members already live in Tampa Bay, and in particular Pasco County, where many members have long-term connections to the area through family, friends and work. “Tampa Bay is a great place to live, no matter your age,� said Bailey. “And, as one gets closer to retirement, having an active adult community close-by like Del Webb Bexley, gives retirees the opportunity to continue living near friends and family, enjoy the area’s great shopping, dining and entertainment, and relax at beautiful beaches less than an hour away.� Construction of Del Webb Bexley began this spring with roads and infrastructure at the 489-acre site. Work begins later this summer on the community’s first model homes and amenities. An official grand opening is planned for early 2019. Pre-sales will begin in late November to members on its VIP list,
and the first residents will begin moving into the community next summer. At completion, Del Webb Bexley will have 850 homes. Residents will not have to worry about lawn care and landscaping, because the community’s homeowners association will take care of all lawn maintenance. “People really are looking forward to never having to mow their grass again and instead focus on enjoying Del Webb’s unrivaled lifestyle,� said Bailey. Dell Web Bexley is offering 17 floor plans designed with features desired by older residents. Homes will include integrated outdoor living areas, kitchens and laundries with raised appliances, bedrooms that easily convert into offices, dens and hobby rooms, and an abundance of storage to accommodate downsizing. Home sizes will range from 1,200 to 4,000 square feet, and prices will begin in the low $200s. Home sites will be on 40-, 50- and 60-foot lots, with many backing up to water and conservation. Pulte chose Land O’ Lakes for its newest Del Webb community after ex-
tensive market research to identify the best location for its Tampa development. Focus groups identified top priorities as easy access to downtown, the Westshore district and Tampa International Airport; close proximity to beaches and other recreational activities; and top-rated medical facilities. These priorities brought Pulte’s search to central Pasco County, and ultimately to Bexley, because of its convenient location next to the Suncoast Parkway, its closeness to several hospitals and medical specialists, and availability of many diverse recreational activities. Another bonus is Del Webb’s location within Bexley’s master-planned community. “We expect many homebuyers will choose Del Webb Bexley because they want to live close to their children and grandchildren,� said Bailey. “It’s the best of two worlds,� said Bailey. “As people get older, many want to live in an age-restricted community like Del Webb because of the social and recreational activities designed just for
them. But, they also want to live close to their families and younger generations.� Bexley’s elaborate trail system will connect to Del Webb, so families can walk or bicycle between neighborhoods, and to and from Bexley Elementary, which is located just west of Del Webb homes. Setting Del Webb apart from the rest of Bexley will be its toptier amenities, which will open in early 2020. The centerpiece is a 17,000-square-foot clubhouse and recreational complex, which will employ an on-site lifestyle director to help organize clubs, seminars, classes and fun things for everyone to do. The clubhouse will include a fitness center, aerobics studio, billiards, and neighborhood cafÊ and bar. Outdoors, there will be a resort-style swimming pool with lap lanes, and a separate resistance pool for water exercises. Two tennis courts, six pickle ball courts and four bocce ball courts will offer competitive play for residents. An outdoor amphitheater with an event lawn will host live bands and performances. Del Webb families can walk or bike along Bexley’s 10-plus miles of winding trails that connect neighborhoods, parks and gardens, dog parks, community gardens, scenic lakes and wildlife areas. Del Webb has been building 55-plus communities since the 1960s, including Sun City Center in south Hillsborough County. Del Webb Bexley is located about one mile north of State Road 54, where Sunlake Boulevard intersects with Tower Road. For more information, and to register for the community’s VIP list, go to BexleyFlorida.com/del-webb.
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You’re Invited To Independence Day - Connerton Style!
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omebuyer preferences are constantly evolving, no matter the age of buyers. The days of formal living and dining rooms have changed into great rooms and family living centers. Luckily, most buyers - regardless of age - are looking for the same features in a community. Connerton is extending an invitation for Tuesday, July 3, to all who want to join in an OldFashioned Independence Day celebration. The community is kicking off the biggest holiday of the summer with its fifth annual Nation Celebration. The festivities are free and take place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. If you’re looking for some good, old-fashioned fun, then gather family and friends and head to Connerton, the “Community of More,” in Land O’ Lakes.
LIVE MUSIC, GAMES, FIREWORKS Connerton’s annual Independence Day Celebration has become Central Pasco’s gala event for the holiday. Live music under the Big Top, games, local crafters, DJ, and bounce houses for kids are just a few of the activities at the celebration. Benedetto’s Ristorante Italiano is providing some of the food and drink, and is also the major sponsor for the gala Fireworks Show at 9 p.m. Food trucks with a variety of culinary options will also be present. All ages will find something to keep them busy, whether it’s bungee jumping, climbing a rock wall, or simply relaxing and listening to live music while enjoying a beer and sampling a variety of food. Connerton is expecting a large crowd this year, so plan on coming early to set up your chairs and blankets in the outdoor amphitheater for a front row seat for the fireworks.
TAKE A TOUR While you’re at Connerton, you will want to tour this beautiful “New Town” that was once again chosen as one of the Showcase Communities for the 2018 Parade of Homes by the Tampa Bay Builders Association. Hundreds of people attended the Parade to view model homes by M/I Homes, Lennar, Inland Homes and Homes by WestBay. Many paradegoers also became Connerton homeowners, and are now enjoying the beautiful resort-style clubhouse and its many activities. In addition, residents enjoy top-rated schools, and the Arbor Square retail area. This busy shopping center is an-
chored by Publix Super Market, and also offers banking, restaurants, hair and nail salons, pool store, liquor store, insurance agencies, UPS store, pet grooming and a veterinarian clinic. Across the street is a Walgreens drugstore.
NATURE & CONSERVATION ABOUND Connerton’s commitment to nature and conservation, with its winding trail system and preservation of trees and wetlands, has made this community a place to enjoy the camaraderie of neighborhood living with natural protected spaces for generations to come.
COME JOIN US If this sounds like the place where you can enjoy good oldfashioned fun for the holiday, then join the party and celebrate our Nation’s Independence on Tuesday, July 3, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Shuttles will be available from Connerton Elementary School, so don’t worry about parking. The shuttles will take you right to the event grounds. Connerton is located on U.S. 41, 7 miles north of State Road 54, and 3 miles south of State Road 52. For additional information, visit Connerton.com, or call us at (813) 996-5800.
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WOULD YOU SETTLE FOR LESS FOR YOUR NEW HOME? We wouldn’t either, that’s why we created Connerton. Located in the heart of flourishing Pasco county, we’ve developed a community that offers you more of everything you’ve always wanted. More great builders, more awesome amenities, more resident-focused events, more ways to enjoy the Florida lifestyle, and yes, much more.
But don’t take our word for it. Come out and spend some time at our spectacular clubhouse, stroll through our expansive neighborhoods, explore our natural beauty and be sure to stop in and take personal tours of each of our builders’ beautiful models. Connerton is much more than you ever dreamed of, and yet, it’s all yours for far less than you ever imagined.
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Cornerstone’s New Warehouse Is All About Customer Service
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ike many service businesses, Cornerstone Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical had a plan in place in case of a hurricane. So when Irma struck Tampa Bay last September, owner Dana Spears believed her company was ready. Her fleet of 35 trucks and 65 employees were prepared to help customers get back up and running after power outages and flooding. But, a shortage of air conditioning units, generators and service parts hindered Cornerstone’s goal of 100 percent customer satisfaction, because they could not get some of the equipment and parts they needed. “We had to rely on our distributors, and when they couldn’t get product from the manufacturers, we were stuck, too.” said Spears. “Getting generators was the worst — the manufacturers were backlogged for two and three months, and we had to wait like everyone else.” That situation was unacceptable to Spears, who takes prides in her company’s commitment to fast, expert service and outstanding customer care. “I realized after Irma that we needed a larger warehouse so we could stock more of our own supplies and equipment,” said Spears. “I didn't want to go through another storm season depending on our suppliers, worrying if they would be able to fill our orders.” So began Spears’ plan to build a 6,000-square-foot warehouse next to her existing building on U.S. 41 in Land O’ Lakes. And, just eight months after Irma left its mark, Cornerstone will soon be opening its new warehouse. “We will be fully ready for hurricane season this year,” said Spears. “We are investing over $100,000 in generators, water tanks and air conditioning units, plus thousands more in an expanded parts invento-
ry, all to be stocked in our new warehouse. This is a huge commitment for our company, and we’re doing it to make sure we have all the supplies needed to take care of our customers.” Cornerstone’s new warehouse will store air conditioning units of all sizes and seer levels, and stock more high-demand service items for its air conditioning, electrical and plumbing operations. It will also stock portable and permanent generators of all sizes, including whole-house systems by Generac. The new warehouse will also allow Cornerstone to field more service and maintenance calls, because technicians will no longer need to drive to supplier warehouses and wait for parts to be loaded on their trucks. “Every morning our vans will be fully stocked with everything our technicians need, which means on most calls, we will be able to solve a customer’s problem on the first visit,” said Spears. “And, because our trucks will be more fully stocked, we
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will become a more efficient service operation that will result in even better customer service.” The warehouse will also allow Cornerstone to buy some items in bulk, often at reduced prices, and expand the number of inventory items it carries. “The savings we see from bulk purchasing will be passed along to customers after we are fully stocked,” said Spears. Cornerstone was founded in 2006 as an air conditioning service company. It moved to its 4-acre site on Land O’ Lakes Boulevard in 2011, and the following year added plumbing services. In 2014, it expanded again with electrical services. Spears credits her company’s growth to its commitment to outstanding customer service, and also because its employees exemplify her company’s values. “We hire people who are genuine, honest, trustworthy, clean-cut, and live their life with good ethics and morals,” said Spears. “Most em-
ployees are local people who live in our service area, and they are very committed to their work and community.” The company has developed its own training program for employees to become certified in its trade areas. Fifteen employees have successfully completed these training programs, receiving numerous industry certifications, and now work as highly skilled tradesmen. Currently, three employees are enrolled in the Cornerstone training program. “We’re always looking for eager, hardworking men and women with a good attitude and mechanical aptitude,” Spears says. “We’re successful because we’ve built our business on reputation and trust, which begins by hiring great people.” Cornerstone phones are answered 24/7, and technicians are available around the clock, including weekends and holidays. Call (813) 990-0561 anytime, day or night. For more information, visit their website at CornerstonePros.com.
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June 27, 2018
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