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ATLANTA’S PREMIER REMODELING RESOURCE GUIDE

THE 2010 OBIE AWARDS HOMEOWNER DESIGNED 5 MYTHS ABOUT

GREEN REMODELING

ATLANTA’S TOP REMODELERS PAGE 29

AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE GREATER ATLANTA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION, ATLANTA REMODELERS COUNCIL AND GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL

You put a fortune into your house.

What if it could return the favor?

Upgrade your energy efficiency for an immediate return of $525!

Georgia Power is rewarding energy efficient customers with a handsome rebate.

Replace your gas water heater with a Marathon® and get a $525 rebate! Marathon’s design makes it one of the most energy-efficient water heaters on the market. And, Marathon’s inner tank will never rust, corrode, or leak. They guarantee it.

For additional savings, convert your gas furnace to an energy efficient heat pump. High efficiency heat pumps use substantially less energy than standard models and can save you up to $300 a year.

Call 1-800-524-2421, ext. 350 for rebate details and installer recommendations. And prepare for a sweet payback.

Certain restrictions may apply. Must be a Georgia Power customer to qualify for rebates. Actual energy savings may vary based on individual equipmentand usage. All equipment subject to manufacturers’ warranties. 2011 Marathon rebate is available from January 1 through December 31, 2011. Heat pump rebates and federal tax credits may be available - call for details.

Rebates are subject to limitations and subject to change without notice.

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CHAIR MESSAGE CHAIR Melina Wilkinson, Oneida Builders, Inc. VICE CHAIR Amy Bryan, Jackson EMC, Corporate PARLIAMENTARIAN John Beach, CGP, ECH, Paces Construction BOARD MEMBERS Al Capogrossi, Concept Creators Mike Turner, The Home Service Store Tyler Dupont, Lutron Electronics Robert Windom, Windom Construction Co. Inc. Brad Pierce, Sherwin Williams Keisha Hulsey, 2-10 Homebuyers Warranty Mike Fitzmeyer, Suntrust Thomas Cooper, Cooper Homes

GREATER ATLANTA HBA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Mike Smith VICE PRESIDENT Neal Davis TREASURER Richelle Losch VICE PRESIDENT/SECRETARY Mike Turner PARLIAMENTARIAN Les Stumpff BUILDERS AT LARGE Jim Brown, John Cooper, Steve Goodsell, Steve Palmer ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT Mitch Hire ASSOCIATE AT LARGE Carol Stone GENERAL COUNCIL Frank O. Brown, Jr.

GREATER ATLANTA HBA STAFF EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT David Ellis

A SUNNY 2011 omen in the business, technical advancements and the turnaround in the industry are reasons why remodeling has a sunny forecast for 2011.

Spending on remodeling is expected to pick up substantially in the year ahead after a three-year decline, according to the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University.

Contractors feel more positive about the outlook for home improvement projects.

Low financing costs and a wave of previously foreclosed homes coming back on the market are expected to generate healthy remodeling growth over the next several years. People are spending more time at home and are investing in renovations that create a place for entertaining whether it be an open floor plan with a gourmet kitchen or basement that looks like the ESPN ZONE .

Remodeling has changed for the better in the last couple of years. The downturn forced a lot of companies to stop and re-evaluate the way they do business. We have had to restructure our companies. People have been forced to wear multiple hats and found that it works well. Many companies are now being run by women. They have stepped up to the plate and are handling every aspect of the business. Their duties often include project management, accounting, marketing and interior design. Women are the ultimate multi-taskers and take pride in getting it done right and on time.

Technology has also taken over the remodeling industry as well. Technology and social media courses are being taught to Council members to help them better understand the new media, so they use it to educate clients about future projects.

I would not be surprised if the contractor you are interviewing shows up at your door with an iPad and a Laptop. iPads are being used for presentations. Finishing selections like tile, cabinets and granite choices come to life on the screen. Laptops are used for onsite estimates, so the client can have a realistic range on the project cost even before the contractor leaves the house.

The Greater Atlanta Home Builders association and its Atlanta Remodelers Council are diligent on educating Remodelers on all aspects of the industry.

I’m truly honored to be chairwoman for 2011 and promise to bring a positive and productive impact to the council.

You will find many educated contractors in the directory in the back of this publication or you can visit atlantahomebuilders.com to find out more about the Remodelers Council.

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Melina R. Wilkinson 2011 Chair, Atlanta Remodelers Council Oneida Builders Inc. 1532 Dunwoody Village Parkway, #130 Dunwoody, GA, 30338 melina@oneidabuilders.net 770-396-1002 PHOTO COURTESY OF: CORNERSTONE CRAFTSMAN, INC.

ATLANTA REMODELERS COUNCIL BOARD OF DIRECTORS

MEMBER SERVICES DIRECTOR Monica Saunders MEMBER SERVICES MANAGER Janel Grant GREATER ATLANTA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION 1484 Brockett Road Tucker, GA 30084 Phone: 770-938-9900 Fax: 770-934-8363 www.atlantahomebuilders.com Remodel Atlanta 3

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IT PAYS TO GO GREEN f you are lucky enough to live in or near Atlanta, now is a great time to renovate and “go green” as there are many financial incentives for doing so. Not only will you save on your utility bills, but you may qualify for rebates and tax credits as well. In fact, if you are looking to fix up your home, there are many rebates and credits available to help you.

If you live in the City of Atlanta, you can take advantage of up to $3500 for making your home more energy efficient through the SHINE program. Clients of Georgia Power can enjoy up to $2200 in rebates for making these types of improvements as well. And with federal tax credits of $500 for windows, doors, insulation and HVAC upgrades, that total can be as high as $6200. Bottom line, if you are considering an extensive renovation, there are many state and federal tax credits for adding renewable energy to your home or business.

Many homeowners in Georgia are upgrading their standard HVAC system to a ground source heat pump. These systems are typically 70% more efficient than existing installed systems. If you have sunshine hitting your house, why not use it to heat water? The sun can heat up to 90% of the water in your home if you install a qualified solar water heater. In addition, there are panels and shingles that can create power for your home that you can sell back to the utility.

All of the renewable energy projects mentioned here qualify for a 30% tax credit without a cap from the federal government and a 35% credit from the State of Georgia. The State does have a cap, however, with the federal tax credit and local rebates, up to half of your improvement costs can often be refunded back to you.

Importantly, while the availability of these tax credits is great, most of these improvements make financial sense when remodeling your home. Because we have a new energy code in Georgia, you may be required to upgrade some of these components already, so these incentives are an added bonus.

For more information on the incentives in your area, visit http://www.dsireusa.org/ and select Georgia. The Green Building Council is proud to join the Remodelers Council as part of Remodel Atlanta. So when you renovate, remember “it pays to go green.”

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Matt Hoots 2011 Chair, Atlanta Green Building Council President SawHorse, Inc. 432 Calhoun St. NW Atlanta, GA 30318-7906 Phone: (404) 256-2567

GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL 2011 BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIRMAN Matt Hoots, SawHorse, Inc. VICE CHAIRMAN Bill Bartlett, Home ReBuilders, Inc. SECRETARY/TREASURER Dave Radlmann, Urban Eco Construction PARLIAMENTARIAN Lawson Calhoun, Calhoun Properties, Inc. COMMUNITY OUTREACH Tony Perry, McKenzie-Perry Homes, Inc. COMMUNICATIONS Robyn Addison, Atlanta Gas Light Co. COMMUNICATIONS Jeff Dinkle, Eco Custom Homes EDUCATION Tyler Jones, Southface EDUCATION Frank Wickstead, Wickstead Works SPECIAL EVENTS Heather Bounds, Northwest Exterminating Co., Inc. SPONSORSHIP Phil Brown, Compton Sales, Inc. SPONSORSHIP Scott Brown, Fortress Construction, LLC

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MEMBERSHIP Don Maxey, Magbee Contractors Supply MEMBERSHIP Dennis McConnell, McConnell Homes AIA LIAISON Ryan Taylor, Taylor28 Design LLC COUNCIL SERVICES MANAGER Janel Grant, Greater Atlanta HBA

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1484 Brockett Road Tucker, GA 30084 Phone: 770-938-9900 Fax: 770-934-8363 www.atlantahomebuilders.com

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The 2010 OBIE Awards

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The Straight Story: Green Remodeling

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Choosing The Right Flooring

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Basement Remodels

PRESIDENT...............................................................Mike Smith MEMBER SERVICES DIRECTOR ........................Monica Saunders MEMBER SERVICES MANAGER .................................Janel Grant

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HBA Remodelers Member Specialties

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Certified Experts & Code of Ethics

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HBA Remodelers Member Directory

ATLANTA REMODELERS COUNCIL CHAIR...............................................................Melina Wilkinson VICE CHAIR................................................................Amy Bryan PARLIAMENTARIAN...................................John Beach, CGP, ECH

GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL CHAIR .......................................................................Matt Hoots VICE CHAIR ..............................................................Bill Bartlett PARLIAMENTARIAN ............................................Lawson Calhoun

GREATER ATLANTA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCATION

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GREATER ATLANTA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION 2010 OBIE AWARDS

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he Sales and Marketing Council, in conjunction with the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association, presents the 30th Annual OBIE Awards. The OBIE Awards,

which began in 1980, has grown throughout the years to now feature more than 100 building, remodeling, marketing and personal achievement categories in which to enter. Each year, the categories change to reflect new and growing aspects of this industry. This year, the OBIE Committee was excited to implement new Green Remodeling and Best Media Center Awards.

The 2010 OBIE Awards, held Nov. 13, marked the 30th anniversary of the awards. These awards are the highest honor given to companies in the Atlanta housing industry. Winners not only gain industry recognition but attract promotional opportunities.

The SMC and HBA are proud to recognize the outstanding companies that are recipients of this year’s OBIE Awards.

SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED–URBAN SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED–URBAN SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED–URBAN REDEVELOPMENT/REVITALIZATION REDEVELOPMENT/REVITALIZATION REDEVELOPMENT/REVITALIZATION UNDER $300K GOLD UNDER $300K SILVER $300K-$500K SILVER

Epic Development LLC (404) 847-9080

Epic Development LLC (404) 847-9080

Epic Development LLC (404) 847-9080

www.EpicDevelopment.com

www.EpicDevelopment.com

www.EpicDevelopment.com

Visit www.atlantahomebuilders.com to find more about the 2010 OBIE Awards.

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G R E AT E R AT L A N TA H O M E B U I L D E R S A S S O C I AT I O N 2 0 1 0 O B I E AWA R D S

SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED–URBAN GREEN REMODELED HOME OVER RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN UNDER $75K REDEVELOPMENT/REVITALIZATION 2,500 SQUARE FEET GOLD GOLD SILVER OVER $700K

Intown Renovations Group,LLC (404) 806-1494

Colonnade Enterprises, Inc. (404) 805-9861

Colonnade Enterprises, Inc. (404) 805-9861

www.buildersguildga.com

www.buildersguildga.com

RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN UNDER $75K

RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN OVER $75K

RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN OVER $75K

SILVER

GOLD

SILVER

Pantheon Properties, LLC (404) 538-5512

Colonnade Enterprises, Inc. (404) 805-9861

Tuscany Construction Co Inc (770) 945-1987

www.PantheonProperties.net

www.buildersguildga.com

RESIDENTIAL BATHROOM

RESIDENTIAL BATHROOM

RESIDENTIAL ADDITION

GOLD

SILVER

GOLD

Environs Residential Design & Construction (404) 810-0025

Colonnade Enterprises, Inc. (404) 805-9861

Cardinal Construction Inc. (770) 814-7331

www.environsresidential.com

www.buildersguildga.com

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Visit www.atlantahomebuilders.com to find more about the 2010 OBIE Awards.

G R E AT E R AT L A N TA H O M E B U I L D E R S A S S O C I AT I O N 2 0 1 0 O B I E AWA R D S

WHOLE-HOUSE RENOVATION $250K-$500K

he goal of this classic remodel was to convert a small two bedroom, one bath home into a four bedroom, three bath home with a master suite while maintaining the scale and classic lines of the original house. The homeowner’s objectives were accomplished with the addition of a second 3/4-story that allowed for the creation of the master suite and additional bedrooms. The remodel included an expanded living room with fireplace and a screened-in porch to take advantage of the home’s lot. Interior finishes included wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors and Travertine and tumbled stone bathroom floors and surrounds. A detached garage was expanded to accommodate two cars. And the entire renovation was done while preserving the home’s original front architecture. A combination of cement plank siding, cedar and stone accents around the foundation maintained the home’s character.

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Visit www.atlantahomebuilders.com to find more about the 2010 OBIE Awards.

Remodeled By

Epic Development, LLC P.O. Box 660066 Atlanta, GA 30366 Contact: Jim LaVallee, ECH (404) 847-9080

www.EpicDevelopment.com

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G R E AT E R AT L A N TA H O M E B U I L D E R S A S S O C I AT I O N 2 0 1 0 O B I E AWA R D S

WHOLE-HOUSE RENOVATION WHOLE-HOUSE RENOVATION UNDER $250K SILVER UNDER $250K

Handcrafted Homes Inc (770) 642-1010

Epic Development LLC (404) 847-9080

www.handcraftedhomes-inc.com

www.EpicDevelopment.com

WHOLE-HOUSE RENOVATION WHOLE-HOUSE RENOVATION OVER $500K SILVER OVER $500K

Holland Renovations & Restoration, Inc. (404) 557-9492 www.hollandrenovation.com

WHOLE-HOUSE RENOVATION GOLD $250K-$500K SILVER

Sullivan Homes Inc. (404) 606-4411 RESIDENTIAL EXTERIOR UNDER $100K GOLD

Cornerstone Craftsman, Inc (770) 971-0112

GOLD

Pantheon Properties, LLC (404) 538-5512 www.PantheonProperties.net

RESIDENTIAL EXTERIOR UNDER $100K SILVER

The Greater Atllanta Home Builders Association congratulates all of the Intown Renovations Group,LLC (404) 806-1494 12 Remodel Atlanta

2010 OBIE award winners

Visit www.atlantahomebuilders.com to find more about the 2010 OBIE Awards.

G R E AT E R AT L A N TA H O M E B U I L D E R S A S S O C I AT I O N 2 0 1 0 O B I E AWA R D S

RESIDENTIAL EXTERIOR OVER $100K

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he homeowners loved their location and lot but wanted a home that was far less formal and more casual while retaining a sense of elegance. They also wanted to incorporate unique features to make their home “one-of-a-kind.”

The remodeler met the client’s need to have the home feel less formal by restructuring the front entryway for better curb appeal. The addition of cedar siding, dormers, removal of round columns, addition of cedar overhangs and custom faux finish on the existing brick give the home an inviting charm.

This project also won a gold award for Best Green Remodel 2500+ SF. The whole-house renovation includes energy savings and a reduction of homeowner maintenance items. The hardwood floors and the majority of cabinets were made from reclaimed wood. In addition, the entire structure was sealed, vastly improving energy efficiency.

Visit www.atlantahomebuilders.com to find more about the 2010 OBIE Awards.

Remodeled By

Colonnade Enterprises, Inc. 4920 Roswell Road 45-B, 414 Atlanta GA 30342 Contact: Rob Myers, CPHB, ECH (404) 805-9861

www.buildersguildga.com

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THE STRAIGHT STORY: GREEN REMODELING verybody wants a great home. We remodel our homes to improve our kitchens, our bathrooms, our living spaces, and our quality of life. We spend a significant amount of energy planning and selecting just the right materials or design elements for our homes. Many of us have families whom we care about deeply and we work hard to provide for them and keep them happy, healthy, and safe.

When most of us were in school we worked hard to get good grades. It was not always easy, but bringing home a report card with straight “Ds” was not rewarded. And with good reason. Barely passing, below average, was hardly an accomplishment, and definitely not something to be proud of. In some areas, our building codes are designed to be just good enough to keep us from getting hurt. They are essentially the equivalent of a “D.” However, in some cases, building codes, while still the minimum standard, may be a bit better, but it depends where you live.

When we talk about what a great home is, we should be talking about

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something that is a better than a “D.” This is where green remodeling comes into the picture. Green remodeling and building are all about going well beyond the bare minimum to create something of quality that is healthy and safe for you and does less damage to our environment and our community. Green remodeling is really about making great spaces for your family while being responsible. However, keep in mind that different people view green in different ways. Not all green building approaches are also healthier and all healthier building practices are not green.

We all know that Green remodeling is the right thing to do, and it’s probably safe to say that there aren’t any builders or remodelers who do not want to build green. So why isn’t everyone remodeling green? It is a bit of a “Catch 22.” The problem is that construction professionals don’t think that homeowners want green, and most homeowners think construction professionals don’t want to or know how to build green. And both parties think it costs more. Well, let’s set this story straight.

MYTH #1 Homeowners are not interested in Green.

This is obviously not true. Organic food sales are through the roof. Target is selling bamboo shirts (which incidentally are not very green), and Ford is producing efficient hybrid vehicles. In a less than stellar economy, the growth in the sustainable and green market continues to be steady. Why? Because when we have the opportunity to have healthier, happier lives, we choose them. What you, as a homeowner, need to do is let your remodeler or designer know that you want something better than a “D” and ask to have your remodel certified.

According to Michael Lyman, president of The Renovation Company, there is significant interest in green remodeling in the Atlanta market. “If a person is planning on staying in their home for a longer period of time, green remodeling is very appealing. Whether it means adding foam insulation, better windows or a new HVAC system, a focus on green remodeling products and techniques is popular.”

MYTH #2 Green is expensive. This is also not true.

Data from around the country shows that to build a certified new home adds 2 percent to 3 percent to the cost of a home!

Experienced green builders actually show a reduction in cost overall as they become better at building. With remodeling you can often see a reduction in project cost!

“In my opinion, green building starts with the home’s envelope and making sure it’s sealed properly,” says David F. Radlmann, CGC, LEED AP and CEO of Urban Eco Group and Heirloom Design Build. “Properly installed insulation and air sealing costs nothing more, but can save energy. And they are just good building practices.”

A green home typically needs a smaller heating system, which is less expensive, and often no air conditioning is needed, which also saves money. Watersaving shower heads cost the same as regular shower heads and offer the same pleasurable experience. Dual flush toilets use a fraction of the water and cost the same to purchase and install, saving money on water bills.

Today, ultra-Low VOC paints are the same price as regular paint but are much healthier for your family, as are

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by Michael Anschel No-Added-Urea-Formaldehyde-plywoods. Your biggest expense comes from the third-party inspections that green remodeling requires, but the value of having an independent audit of the performance and the project seems worth the minimal cost.

According to Matthew Johnson, president of Artisans of Atlanta, there are levels of green. “On one end of the spectrum you have caulking around the windows and insulation in the attic; on the other you have tankless water heaters and solar grids on the roof,” he says. “So you can begin going green without spending a lot of money.”

MYTH #3 Green is too hard. For you, the homeowner, going green in remodeling is easy. Just tell your remodeler and designer you want your project to be as green as possible. That is all you have to do. For the remodeler or design professional, there is some work involved.

Just like school, this requires some training and some practice. Because the secret to green remodeling is in the process and NOT the product, the planning and design stage is very important and takes additional effort to think things through and consider the impact of an action.

“We use many of the construction methods people consider green on every project we do because they are simply better processes,” says Radlmann. “We do everything we can to provide a better house product.”

“In fact, the 2011 Georgia Energy Code will soon make many tests for energy efficiency part of the normal building code,” he comments. “Items will include duct leakage testing and blower door testing.”

MYTH #4 Green building is for big projects and new homes. Totally untrue! While LEED requires that you practically re-build your home, green remodeling projects of all sizes are happening all of the time; bathroom remodels, kitchen remodels, window and siding replacement, attic or basement finishing, and, of course, additions.

“Obviously, the larger the remodel the more green options you can employ,” says

Johnson, “but you can start in one room with something like low-VOC paint.”

“We just completed a remodeling project that focused on upgrading the home’s energy efficiency, rather than increasing its size,” comments Lyman. “The homeowner added a new, highly efficient HVAC system; foam insulated the roof line, a crawl space and the foundation; and added more energy-efficient windows.”

MYTH #5 Green is all about energy. This may be the most commonly misunderstood part of green remodeling. The beauty of green is that it is a whole systems way of thinking.

It gives equal weight to each key concept and asks us to consider the interconnected nature of the world we live in.

A systems approach means understanding that insulating the house reduces air infiltration, which means less fresh air to the occupant. We understand the link and the danger in insulating without considering occupant health. A systems approach has us ask the question about how much energy it took to make the insulation, what were the environmental impacts, and what were the impacts on the installer and the occupant when handling this material?

In fact, green remodeling really starts with community and the impact on the health and well being of the people manufacturing the products, then those installing the products, and then those living with the products. Community impact and indoor environmental quality are the top concerns. Next is water, then resource efficiency (which includes durability, recycling, and embodied energy), and then finally energy efficiency.

“Saving energy is usually top of mind when discussing green, but there is so much more,” comments Johnson.

“For instance, we recycle all of our construction debris.”

The straight story on green remodeling is that it is easier than you might think.

It can save you money, it conserves resources, it is healthier for you and your family, and, most importantly, it is the right thing to do. You have the power with your next remodel to be a force for good in the world and your community. Think about how hard you worked to save for that remodeling project, do you really want to buy a “D” grade project when you can have a “B” or an “A” home with little to no additional expense? Atlanta residents love our area’s natural resources and we value our neighbors. Do your part.

Editor’s Note: Michael Anschel is the Principal and Designer at Otogawa-Anschel Design-Build, LLC. Otogawa-Anschel Design-Build is a small, award-winning design-build firm devoted to green building and urban living.

Sources For This Article: Artisans of Atlanta www.artisansofatlanta.com Matthew Johnson 404-377-3350 The Renovation Company www.therenovationco.com Michael Lyman 404-373-6415 Uranbaneco Group www.urbanecogroup.com David Radlmann 404-537-1674 x 500 Remodel Atlanta 15

FLOORING BASICS:

CHOOSING THE RIGHT FLOORING O ften referred to as the “fifth wall,” your floor and how you cover it can have a big impact on any remodeling project. Floor covering can affect your project’s character, durability and budget.

“Choosing flooring for your home doesn’t have to be complicated, but you do need to do your homework,” says Dean Howell, owner of Moda Floors & Interiors. The entire square footage of your home needs to be covered with some type of flooring. You need to think

about how you want the room to look, how you are going to use the space, and how much you want to spend.

BUILDING CHARACTER Floor covering has a major impact on the look and feel of a room. The type of flooring you select can help you instill a certain character in your space. For instance, if you desire a clean, modern look, the right tile might help you achieve it. A rustic or “north woods” motif can be brought to life with a wood floor. The right carpeting might suggest warmth and comfort.

“Often, people judge the success or failure of a remodel based on the finishes, materials and colors used,” Howell stresses. “So, flooring can make or break a project.”

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TRAFFIC PATTERN Nothing in your home gets more use than your flooring. So, when selecting any type of flooring, it is critical that you consider the amount of wear and tear it is going to get. Consider floor traffic, as well as room usage. For instance, a kitchen or main bathroom that gets heavy use and foot traffic needs a harder wearing floor covering than the master or guest bedrooms.

Other questions to ask yourself include: Do you have children? Do you have pets? Do you plan on doing a lot of entertaining?

And while the durability of your floor covering is certainly a matter of the type of material you select, the amount you invest in a particular material can also have an impact.

COST/BENEFIT CONSIDERATIONS Whether you are building a home or remodeling a particular space, you will need to cover the floors. And that means budget appropriately for the type of flooring you want to install.

“Homeowners need to do some research to set their flooring budget,” says Riley Gazzaway, vice president of the Atlanta Flooring Design Centers.

“Consider what you are trying to achieve,” he advises. “Are you putting in new flooring so you can sell your 16 Remodel Atlanta

home or so you can enjoy it for another 15 or 20 years? Answers to these questions become part of economic and performance decisions.”

FLOORING TRENDS Flooring for your home can basically be divided into two different categories: soft-surface and hard-surface. There are many different brands and options to choose from, but basically your choices include: hardwood, laminate, vinyl, tile, cork, bamboo, carpet and linoleum.

Whatever you choose, each type has unique characteristics and advantages.

Hard surfaces—more specifically, hardwood floors—are currently the top choice of most newly built or remodeled homes. Hardwood flooring is becoming more popular in many rooms that have otherwise been carpeted in the past, and then area rugs are placed on top.

Hardwood floors typically have a lower life cycle cost than carpet and add more value when selling the home.

Other choices for hard surfaces include ceramic tiles and laminate, which are also dominating the residential flooring market, and in contrast, the carpeting trends continue to move toward softer, textured, and more luxurious styles. Area rugs not only add charm, warmth, and comfort to a space, but rugs are leading the way as the hottest decorating feature.

When choosing flooring options, here are some options to choose from: HARDWOOD FLOORS Hardwood floors can add old-world elegance with modern twists, moving more toward distressed planks, wider widths, and exotic woods. Depending on how you want the room to look, hardwood flooring can be elegant or rustic. Keep in mind when you choose the kind of wood, you want it to be beautiful as well as durable. Explore the variety of finishes, colors, and wood types available.

You are sure to find a look you’ll like.

The most popular hardwoods include oak, then maple, and ash. Specialty woods tend to be more expensive, however, they are often quite beautiful.

Depending on your budget, you may

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want the luxurious look of specialty woods. Walnut, teak, and cherry are popular choices.

You can also customize your wood floor, arranging it in a unique design, or using different stains. Unexpected shades of stain can make your floor stand out like no other.

FLOOR TILE Ceramic floor tiles offer timeless beauty and durability. Travertine tile is also another flooring option becoming more and more popular. The most durable of all tiling materials include ceramic tile and natural stone materials, which, when properly installed, can last the lifetime of a house. This durability, combined with the natural beauty of stone and the fantastic options of tile types, colors, patterns, and textures makes tile and stone the materials of choice where quality and character are important.

CERAMIC TILE VS. STONE Ceramic tile and stone are very different. Stone flooring can include quarried slate, limestone, flagstone, granite, or marble. Natural stone tile is a relatively affordable alternative to stone and is made from real stone aggregate suspended in a polymer binder.

Choosing the right stone tile is usually a combination of personal preference and budget considerations. Marble and granite, for example, offer a more formal appearance. The more expensive of stone flooring, marble is an elegant, ornamental stone that takes a high polish. Both sandstone and limestone are more brittle but less costly.

“The biggest trend we’re seeing in the use of tile is a move to larger rectangular tiles,” says Jessica Sander, director of marketing and communications for Traditions in Tile and Stone.

“Instead of the traditional 12” x 12” tiles, homeowners are looking for larger sizes like 12” x 24”. Contemporary, cleaner looks are in and gray seems to be coming back around as a very popular color choice.”

Ceramic tile is made from slabs of clay that are known for hardness.

Ceramic tile may be either glazed or unglazed. Glazed tiles have very hard, smooth surfaces that reject water and stains. Again, this is yet another time to consider the traffic in the room.

VINYL FLOORING This flooring offers so much to choose from. You can choose the look of stone, ceramic, and hardwood, and sheet vinyl and vinyl tiles are an easy solution for

today’s homeowner looking for quality and design. Vinyl tiles are also easy to install and popular for many do-it-yourself projects. Like vinyl sheet, vinyl tile is durable, affordable, and easy to maintain. Vinyl sheet flooring comes in a variety of styles from wood looks to natural stone, to patterned designs.

Vinyl sheet is also durable and is an easy-to-clean floor type that can be installed anywhere in the home. It is also known for its resistance to scuffs, stains, and spills.

CARPETING Once known as the most practical home flooring, carpet can bring color and warmth into every room. Your options are endless when it comes to patterns, colors, textures, and is still one of the top-selling floor coverings today.

You may be overwhelmed by the many choices when it comes to carpet.

Don't choose carpeting only for its color.

Consider the carpet's fibers and construction, as well as your lifestyle and how you use the room it will be in.

Patterned carpets are increasingly popular. The patterns are made of cut & loop pile. Plush or cut-pile carpet has loops trimmed off so that yarn ends poke up. While a popular choice, plush carpet doesn't tend to wear as well as Remodel Atlanta 17

CHOOSING THE RIGHT FLOORING berber carpeting. Berber carpet creates a nubby texture with complete yarn loops that stand upright.

Wool is a popular carpeting fiber. It tends to cost more than synthetics, but it's comfortable, durable, and natural looking. Be aware that direct sunlight will fade wool fiber over time.

Synthetic fibers are made from several artificial materials. Nylon is the most popular because of its durability, although it can be damaged by prolonged exposure to sunlight.

CORK FLOORING Known for its comfort to walk on, cork flooring is also very warm, and is gaining popularity among older people who are remodeling their homes while keeping “aging-in-place” a priority.

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For a store near you, visit sherwin-williams.com or call 1-800-4-SHERWIN.

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BAMBOO FLOORS An extremely environmentally friendly hardwood, bamboo is becoming one of the most popular flooring trends.

Although it is currently more popular on the west coast, it is also gaining popularity throughout the United States.

Technically a grass, not a wood product, bamboo is a renewable resource that can be harvested every five years.

Additionally, bamboo is actually harder than hardwood floors, which makes it a much more durable material.

LAMINATE FLOORING Originally from Europe, laminate floors are practical due to their durability, hard wearing, and beautiful options.

Laminates offer stone and granite patterns for unlimited decorating possibilities.

LINOLEUM Although not nearly as popular in upscale remodeling projects, linoleum was known for being environmentally friendly years ago. It is available in a large selection of colors and patterns and is suitable for any decorating solution. Linoleum is durable and environmentally friendly. It can enhance many rooms with its marbled patterns and unique designs.

RUGS This versatile decorating choice can add character to any room. You can use

your sense of style and personality in any area of your home. This year, luxurious shag rugs in front of roaring fireplaces are a big hit with decorators.

CONSULT AN EXPERT Whichever type of flooring you choose, both Howell and Gazzaway recommend consulting with a floor covering professional. “We can help you integrate flooring into the style of your home and the lifestyle of your family,” Howell says.

“A professional will listen to your needs and show you the latest styles, textures and maintenance requirements of different floor coverings,” Gazzaway concludes.

Sanders emphasizes the creativity an expert can bring to the creative process.

“Flooring experts are creative for a living,” she comments. “They can come up with items you might not think of putting together, but will look great. And they can make it happen on a budget.”

“It is easy for people to walk into a big box store and become overwhelmed with all of the options,” she comments.

“It is tough to see what will work together and an expert can really help you sort through those choices.”

Importantly, an expert will make sure your price is the total installed price and that you understand what your product warranty includes. They will also make sure you understand how to maintain your flooring so you get the most out of your investment.”

Sources For This Article: Moda Floors & Interiors 1417 Chattahoochee Avenue Atlanta, GA 30318 Contact: Dean Howell, Owner (404) 477-3744 www.modafloorsandinteriors.com Atlanta Flooring Design Centers 3665 Swiftwater Park Drive, Building 2 Suwanee, Ga. 30024 Contact: Riley Gazzaway, Vice President (770) 476-8306 www.atlantaflooringdesign.com Traditions in Tile and Stone 3065 Trotters Parkway Alpharetta, GA 30004 Contact: Jessica Sanders (770) 569-5232

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The contractors who can make the improvements are part of the Right Choice Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® contractor network.

These contractors support the building science backed approach of home performance testing. Blower door testing evaluates the tightness of the home both before and after the improvements are made. Airflow testing measures the performance of the heating and cooling system, both before and after the improvements are made. Contractors need to be knowledgeable about how insulation, sealing, and heating and air all work together to create an energy efficient home.

WHERE DO I BEGIN IF I AM INTERESTED IN LOWERING MY ENERGY BILLS?

THIS ALL SOUNDS PRETTY EXPENSIVE, WHAT IS IT GOING TO COST ME?

The best way to find out for sure where to start is to schedule a Right Choice Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® audit. The audit will specify the prioritized recommended home energy efficiency improvements. The recommendations at the top of the list will produce the most energy savings or be the most needed improvements to make now. Call 1-800-462-3691 to schedule your audit.

WHAT TYPE OF IMPROVEMENTS ARE MOST COMMONLY RECOMMENDED? Of course all homes are different sizes and ages, but some common recommendations are insulation in the attic, tightening the home with caulking, sealing and sheathing, improving the ductwork, and replacing the heating and air conditioning equipment.

HOW DO I SELECT A CONTRACTOR THAT CAN MAKE THESE ENERGY IMPROVEMENTS CORRECTLY FOR ME?

Based on the specific needs of your home, the costs will vary. You can create a plan to make the needed changes over several years. But in the broadest sense, a new heating and cooling system with duct improvements can cost $5,000 and up, based on the equipment size, efficiency, and number of units needed. Insulation and tightening and insulation can also run $3,000 and up based on the size of the home and the amount of work that needs to be done. So this is not for the faint of heart, but will produce a payback, as well as savings for years to come. What you do not want to do is put the planning off until your heating, cooling or water heating equipment breaks and you have to make a hasty decision without a plan.

IS THERE ANY FINANCING AVAILABLE? Jackson EMC's HomePlus loan program offers $1,000 - $5,500 at 0% interest for 36 months.** Qualifying improvements include ENERGY STAR® qualified electric heat pumps and water heaters, weatherization, insulation and duct system improvements. Jackson EMC has partnered with the GEMC Federal Credit Union to offer members this unsecured loan. The loan is funded in part by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 in cooperation with the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority. Up to $15,000 is available for approved energy improvement measures with the loan amount over $5,500 being offered at 7.5% APR (rate may change).

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BASEMENT REMODELS on Cowart and his family have been building homes in the Atlanta area for three generations. So it is not surprising that, at some point, Cowart Homes would build homes next door to each other. Impressively, Cowart Homes was asked back by each homeowner when it came time to remodel their basements.

Located in northeast Atlanta, the homes have a brick and stone design with a craftsman flare. The first home, owned

by Theresa and Michael Simonetto, had a finished basement the owners wanted to renovate; the second was a spec home purchased by Clare Williams and her children, who wanted to finish the space later.

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BASEMENT 1 The Simonetto home featured a 2,000square-foot finished basement when they purchased it from the original owner. Cowart originally designed it to be part of the home’s living space with

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10-foot ceilings and a fireplace.

When the Simonettos moved in, so did their competition-sized pool table.

The couple quickly decided to design the living area around it. Theresa, who works in the interior design business, called on her friend Tim Stearns of Stearns Company to help her come up with the right plan for their remodel.

“Tim is one of those people who can look at a blueprint and see a great design,” Theresa says. “We took his ideas and turned them into a great space.”

The basement remodel includes a large billiard/family room with a tray ceiling and the fireplace. A second large room serves as a media room and there is a connecting wet bar between the two. The wet bar features a refrigerator, sink, ice maker and cooling drawers.

There is also a full bedroom suite with a walk-in closet and exercise room.

“We are very happy with the results of the remodel,” Theresa says. “We like to entertain a lot. In fact, we had 250 peo-

ple over for a Christmas party and that would not have been possible without the new space.”

“We selected Ron as our contractor because he and his family have built so many homes in the area,” she says. “His firm has a great reputation. In fact, Ron and Tim are going to work together on our next project—the addition of a pool with a pavilion and an outdoor fire pit.”

Theresa also has advice for other homeowners who are considering remodeling. “Consider how you want your room to function and come up with a detailed plan,” she advises. “Then, find a reputable contractor and monitor your budget.”

BASEMENT 2 When Clare Williams’ friends built her a massage room in her basement two years ago as a surprise birthday gift, she decided to have a professional review their work. At the same time, she had built a pool in the backyard for her chil-

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dren, so having a place for them to come in and out made finishing her basement a priority. Because Cowart Homes built her house, she saw Ron and his team as a logical choice for the project.

“I wanted a tile floor because my children run in and out when they are wet,” she says, “but other than that, I really counted on Ron for the design.”

The 2,100-square-foot design features a room for a pool table, a media room designed for a home theater system and a wet bar with cherry cabinets, a microwave, sink and ice maker. There is also a large bedroom and bath.

“We’re really just finishing the space,” she comments. “We plan on getting a lot of use out of it this summer.”

“I have built two homes from the ground up and remodeled three other basements and those projects were all stressful and overwhelming,” Clare comments. “This project was incredibly easy.

Ron was always here and on top of things.

I am extremely happy with his work.”

Source for this article: Cowart Homes, LLC P.O. Box 767910 Roswell, Ga 30076 Contact: Ron Cowart Phone: (770) 641-9379 www.cowarthomesllc.com

SELECTING YOUR CONTRACTOR on Cowart, president of Cowart Homes, has been building and remodeling houses for nearly 30 years. He is uniquely qualified to share advice regarding things to consider when hiring a contractor for your next remodeling project.

“It is critical for the homeowner to hire a contractor who is properly licensed and insured,” he says. “Too often, we see homeowners who hire a remodeler who does not comply with building codes, who does not pull the proper building permits, or falls short in terms of safety.”

Look for a contractor with a track record of success in your community. A successful business is one that is established in your area and has survived and thrived over a period of time. A great place to find top-notch remodeling professionals is a professional trade organization such as the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association (HBA). GAHBA keeps its members informed about the latest products, construction techniques, business practices and industry issues.

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HOMEOWNER DESIGNED PROJECT GOALS Many of the older homes in the area were built in the 1930s and the Balks wanted the house to fit into the neighborhood.

“We wanted the home’s façade to match our neighbors’ homes,” Michael says, “which meant we didn’t need a ‘McMansion.’ We did, however, want plenty of space inside the house to meet our needs.”

“Our second goal was to instill the interior with a higher level of trim than the average built home,” he says. So, the Balks brought back some of the 1920s and 1930s in the trim used in the home, including large windows, big wide baseboards, mahogany panels and a lot of built-in cabinets.

amie and Michael Balk originally purchased a home built in 1957 with the idea of renovating it and adding a second floor. After a structural engineering examination, however, it was determined that the house had been built without a sill plate, and was built on fill with insufficient soil preparation and piers. The southeast corner of the foundation had settled significantly and was structurally unsound and cracked.

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“It quickly became apparent that the structure had too many problems to allow us to renovate it cost effectively,” says Roy Aeschlimann, a partner in Owings and Aeschlimann in Atlanta, the general contractor for the project. “So we recommended it be demolished and a new house be built on the property using the same plans that would have been used for the renovation.”

HOMEOWNER DESIGNED In fact, Michael designed much of the home himself and its character reflects his ideas. “I am kind of a builder person,” he says. “I restore cars and I like to build things, it’s just my nature. The concept of starting a home from scratch, building it, finishing it and having it completed is the kind of thing that makes me happy,” Michael comments. “If I wasn’t a cardiologist, I’d be a builder or an architect. And I got a few ideas from This Old House,” he chuckles.

A DAZZLING NEW HOME The outside of the new home features a Tudor style with a little bit of French and English touches. It touts brick and stone with cypress siding as an accent.

It is the inside of the home, however, that sets the project apart from others.

A foyer with a black walnut and oak flooring greets visitors upon entering the front door. To the right is a parlor library with a cove ceiling and a solid masonry fireplace. Then you walk through to another foyer where the stairwell goes to the second floor. This area has space for the family’s baby grand piano. From there you move into the den with built-in cabinets, large windows overlooking the backyard, pool and spa, and a second fireplace.

Moving across the back of the home from the den is a wide open kitchen featuring a center island and an eating area that has built-in seating. White custom cabinets, granite countertops and stain-

SIGNATURE ROOMS According to Michael, his favorite room is the parlor library. The fireplace and cove ceiling combine with the mahogany trim to create a warm and cozy feel to the space. “This is one of the most beautiful rooms I’ve ever been in,” Michael comments. “You are surrounded by this dark beautiful wood paneling and dark glazing.

With the fireplace, it is very inviting.”

The outdoor porch is a family favorite.

The screened in space is a cedar trimmed brick porch with a blue stone patio and an outdoor fireplace with a raised hearth. “In Atlanta you can sit out there most of the year,” Michael says.

“We have a kitchen table out there adjacent to the grill so we can grill out or sit and relax overlooking the backyard with a roaring fire. It’s really wonderful.”

SELECTING YOUR CONTRACTOR Owings and Aeschlimann first worked with the Balks on a previous home renovation. So when it came time for this project, Michael asked them to work with him again.

“When you select a contractor, you want honest trustworthy people who will do a high-quality job and respect variables like cost and quality and find

the right balance,” he stresses. “Having worked with them on a previous home remodel, I knew they were the right people and I did not need to bid out the job.”

According to Roy Aeschlimann, the feeling is mutual. “Working with the Balks is a pleasure and a privilege,” he says. “Michael knows where he is going and what he is doing. He usually knows the answer to his question before he asks it, but he wants your ideas.”

Thanks to his preparation, the eightmonth project went off smoothly.

ADVICE TO OTHER HOMEOWNERS Now a veteran of two major home renovations, Michael has advice for others considering remodeling. “Rule number one, do what you want, not what your architect tells you to do,” Michael emphasizes. “You know what your needs are, so think carefully about recommendations from other people. If it is not something you want, do not waste your money. You will walk away later saying ‘why did I do that?’” he says.

Rule number two is to make sure you choose a builder with whom you can communicate. “Discuss ahead of time how you will communicate during the job,” Michael advises. “Whether you stay in contact using e-mail, in writing or face-to-face, you need to meet frequently so you both stay on top of the project and any issues that might crop up.”

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less steel appliances create a beautiful yet functional workspace. The kitchen leads into a screened in porch with a concrete and stone floor and the home’s third fireplace. The first floor also includes one of the home’s five bedrooms.

At the top of the stairs, the home’s second floor has four bedrooms and an upstairs laundry. Highlights include the master bedroom, master bathroom and a large bedroom for the Balk’s 10-yearold daughter.

The biggest room in the house, this bedroom features a vaulted ceiling, a built-in desk and a reading area with a window seat. It also houses a walk-in closet and a really vivid glass tile floor.

A stained glass window that has diamond-shaped glass looks out over the front of the house.

“When you are outside looking up and my daughter has her lights on, the stained glass window is just beautiful,” Michael says. “It really helps set off the house.”

Source for this article: Owings & Aeschlimann, LLC Contact: Tom Owings 678 - 947-8154 Remodel Atlanta 25

HBA REMODELERS & GREEN BUILDING COUNCILS SPRING/SUMMER 2011

Member Specialties REMODELERS Additions Braymar Design Build................................770-642-1002 Colonnade Enterprises Inc. ........................404-805-9861 Copper Sky Renovations ............................404-931-7419 Cowart Homes, LLC...................................770-641-9379 Epic Development LLC ..............................404-847-9080 Hall Construction & Real Estate Services LLC ...678-283-7530 Oneida Builders Inc. .................................770-396-1002 Owings & Aeschlimann, LLC ......................678-947-8154 Paces Construction Company, LLC ..............404-841-8841

Basement Remodeling Braymar Design Build................................770-642-1002 Cowart Homes, LLC...................................770-641-9379 Oneida Builders Inc. .................................770-396-1002

Bathroom Remodeling Braymar Design Build................................770-642-1002 Oneida Builders Inc. .................................770-396-1002

Commercial Remodeling Braymar Design Build................................770-642-1002

Custom Homes Braymar Design Build................................770-642-1002 Cowart Homes, LLC...................................770-641-9379 Owings & Aeschlimann, LLC ......................678-947-8154

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Kitchen Remodeling Braymar Design Build................................770-642-1002 Copper Sky Renovations ............................404-931-7419 Cowart Homes, LLC...................................770-641-9379 Epic Development LLC ..............................404-847-9080 Hall Construction & Real Estate Services LLC ...678-283-7530 Owings & Aeschlimann, LLC ......................678-947-8154 Paces Construction Company, LLC ..............404-841-8841

Remodeler Braymar Design Build................................770-642-1002

Whole House Renovation Braymar Design Build................................770-642-1002 Colonnade Enterprises Inc. ........................404-805-9861 Copper Sky Renovations ............................404-931-7419 Cowart Homes, LLC...................................770-641-9379 Epic Development LLC ..............................404-847-9080 Hall Construction & Real Estate Services LLC ...678-283-7530 Oneida Builders Inc. .................................770-396-1002 Owings & Aeschlimann, LLC ......................678-947-8154 Paces Construction Company, LLC ..............404-841-8841

ASSOCIATES Construction Lending BB & T Home Mortgages ...........................404-720-8911

Energy Audits Jackson EMC ...........................................800-462-3691

Financing BB & T Home Mortgages ...........................404-720-8911

Braymar Design Build................................770-642-1002 Colonnade Enterprises Inc. ........................404-805-9861 Copper Sky Renovations ............................404-931-7419 Cowart Homes, LLC...................................770-641-9379 Epic Development LLC ..............................404-847-9080 Hall Construction & Real Estate Services LLC ...678-283-7530 Oneida Builders Inc. .................................770-396-1002 Owings & Aeschlimann, LLC ......................678-947-8154

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Colonnade Enterprises Inc. ........................404-805-9861

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Woodman Insulation..................................770-442-9089

Braymar Design Build................................770-642-1002 Colonnade Enterprises Inc. ........................404-805-9861 Copper Sky Renovations ............................404-931-7419 Epic Development LLC ..............................404-847-9080

Mortgages

Green Remodeling Oneida Builders Inc. .................................770-396-1002 Paces Construction Company, LLC ..............404-841-8841

Woodman Insulation..................................770-442-9089

Garage Doors Woodman Insulation..................................770-442-9089

Gutters Woodman Insulation..................................770-442-9089

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BB & T Home Mortgages ...........................404-720-8911 SunTrust Mortgage ....................................770-551-4084 SunTrust Mortgage ....................................770-551-4314

Paint Sherwin Williams ......................................678-261-6939

Paint Showrooms Sherwin Williams ......................................678-261-6939

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CERTIFIED EXPERTS PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS SET PROFESSIONAL BUILDERS AND REMODELERS APART hen choosing a builder or remodeler, you want someone with the knowledge and expertise to do the job right.

That’s why the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association offer professional designations that help consumers identify builders and remodelers who have committed themselves to continually improving their skills and bettering their profession.

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CERTIFIED AGING-IN-PLACE SPECIALIST (CAPS) The NAHB has joined forces with AARP and several experienced remodelers to develop the Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) certification. Designees are trained to understand and respond to the unique needs of older home owners.

CERTIFIED GRADUATE REMODELER (CGR) The Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) designation recognizes remodeling professionals who have a proven track record of success. You can count on remodelers who have the CGR designation to show a high level of professionalism and credibility, and those who earn it can be considered industry leaders.

GRADUATE MASTER REMODELER (GMR) The Graduate Master Remodeler (GMR) designation allows Certified Graduate Remodelers (CGR) to attain further recognition for educational excellence and longevity in the remodeling industry. Qualifications include 15 years of remodeling experience.

CERTIFIED GREEN PROFESSIONAL (CGP) The Certified Green Professional designation recognizes builders, remodelers and other industry professionals who incorporate green building principles into homes without driving up the cost of construction.

CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL HOME BUILDER (CPHB) The Certified Professional Home Builder program is the only voluntary builder certification program of its kind in Georgia. CPHBs have met stringent requirements including passing a building codes exam; meeting insurance requirements; having their customers surveyed annually; providing a written warranty; and having a dispute resolution process in place.

EARTHCRAFT HOUSE (ECH) EarthCraft House is a voluntary building program that provides a model for healthy, comfortable homes that reduce utility bills and help protect the environment. The EarthCraft House certification process follows a checklist designed to verify that each home features an energy-efficient building envelope and systems; high-performance windows; properly sized heating and cooling equipment; and energy-efficient lighting and appliances.

CODE OF ETHICS Members of the Greater Atlanta HBA are committed to an established Code of Ethics. It reads: Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association members believe and affirm that: home ownership can and should be within the reach of every American family; American homes should be well designed, well constructed and well located in attractive communities with educational, recreational, religious and shopping facilities accessible to all; and American homes should be built under the free enterprise system. To achieve these goals, we pledge allegiance to the following principles and policies: our paramount responsibility is to our customer, our community and our country; honesty is our guiding business policy; high standards of health, safety and sanitation shall be built into every home; members shall deal fairly with their respective employees, trade contractors and suppliers; as members of a progressive industry, we encourage research to develop new materials, new building techniques and improved methods of home financing to the end that every home purchaser may get the greatest possible value for every dollar; all sound legislative proposals affecting our industry and the people we serve shall have our informed and vigorous support; we hold inviolate the free enterprise system and the American way of life; we pledge our support to our associates, our local, state and national associations and all related industries concerned with the preservation of legitimate rights and freedoms. We assume these responsibilities freely and solemnly, mindful that they are part of our obligation as a Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association member company.

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HBA REMODELERS & GREEN BUILDING COUNCILS SPRING/SUMMER 2011

Membership Directory CONTRACTORS 1023 Construction LLC 477 Hamilton Street Atlanta, GA 30316 Contact: Andrew Kelly Phone: (770) 560-4103 Council(s): GBC AJT Construction, LLC 175 West Wieuca Road NE, Suite 118 Atlanta, GA 30342 Contact: A.J. Thomas, ECH Phone: (404) 236-0226 Council(s): GBC Allen Residential P.O. Box 813451 Smyrna, GA 30081 Contact: Jason Allen, ECH Phone: (678) 234-9808 Council(s): GBC Artisan Home Crafters, LLC 1407 Dresden Dr, Suite 100 Atlanta, GA 30319 Contact: Brian Gordon, CPHB, ECH Phone: (770) 366-7446 Council(s): GBC Artisans of Atlanta, Inc. 2890 Mountain Breeze Road Marietta, GA 30064 Contact: Matthew Johnson, ECH Phone: (404) 377-3350 Council(s): GBC Atherton-Residential, LLC 605 Brisbaine Manor Alpharetta, GA 30022 Contact: Tim Schretter, ECH Phone: (404) 597-3703 Council(s): GBC Atlanta Building Company P.O. Box 948 Grayson, GA 30017-0018 Contact: John Southwell, CPHB, ECH Phone: (770) 783-0960 Council(s): RC, GBC Benchmark Homes, Inc 2266 Fairburn Road Douglasville, GA 30135 Contact: Kippard Berry, ECH Phone: (770) 949-3006 Council(s): GBC

Big Canoe Building Group, LLC 10687 Big Canoe Jasper, GA 30143 Contact: Brien Galioto, ECH Phone: (706) 268-2348 Council(s): GBC Bildon Construction, Inc. PO Box 20051 Atlanta, GA 30325 Contact: Richard Fierer Phone: (404) 803-0415 Council(s): RC Black Diamond Homes, LLC P.O. Box 250 Grayson, GA 30017 Contact: Tom Perdue, ECH Phone: (678) 985-2884 Council(s): GBC Boxwood Homes Group, LLC 1445 Haw Creek Circle, Suite 501 Cumming, GA 30041-6570 Contact: Tim Bell, Jr. Phone: (678) 455-7003 Council(s): RC

Canonbury Homes, Inc. P O Box 81344 Atlanta, GA 30366 Contact: Neil Johnson, ECH Phone: (678) 687-0066 Council(s): GBC

Colonnade Enterprises, Inc. 4920 Roswell Road 45-B, 414 Atlanta GA 30342 Contact: Rob Myers, CPHB, ECH Phone: 404-805-9861 robmyers13@gmail.com www.buildersguildga.com Council(s): RC, GBC

Brewster Builders, Inc. P.O. Box 324 Avondale Estates, GA 30002 Contact: Blake Brewster, ECH Phone: (404) 872-0997 Council(s): RC, GBC Brock Built Homes, LLC 1429 Fairmont Avenue NW Atlanta, GA 30318 Contact: Steve Brock, ECH Phone: (404) 351-7555 Council(s): GBC Brunning & Stang Construction Management, Inc. 6990 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Suite J Norcross, GA 30071 Contact: Geoffrey Brunning, ECH Phone: (404) 266-0723 Council(s): RC, GBC Calhoun Properties, Inc. 4813 Rivercliff Drive Marietta, GA 30067-4663 Contact: Lawson Calhoun, CGP, ECH Phone: (770) 952-9090 Council(s): RC, GBC Callaway Builders, Inc. PO Box 1585 Cumming, GA 30028 Contact: Carolyn Watters, ECH Phone: (678) 456-8419 Council(s): GBC

REPAIR, REMODEL, RENOVATE For over twenty-five years, Colonnade has stood for the utmost quality and customer service. From new custom homes and whole home renovations to remodeling, insurance repairs and restoration, customer focus drives this award winning team of professionals. We are EarthCraft and EPA Lead Certified, Certified Professional Home-builder, licensed and insured.

Concept Creators 5262 Poplar Springs Road Stone Mountain, GA 30083 Contact: Al Capogrossi, CGP, CAPS, CGR Phone: (770) 469-7299 Council(s): RC Cooper Homes, Inc. 4603 Shallowford Road Roswell, GA 30075 Contact: John Cooper, ECH Phone: (770) 992-6380 Council(s): RC, GBC

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Copper Sky Renovations Contact: Jim Walker, ECH Phone: (404) 931-7419 www.copperskyrenovations.com Council(s): GBC

Copper Sky is a full service, EarthCraft certified builder specializing in vintage Arts & Crafts design. We’re proud of our client-driven, professional approach focusing on excellence in design and uncompromising attention to detail. Reviving an historic home? Full scale renovation or simple remodeled space, we’ll bring your vision to life.

Cruickshank Remodeling 1079 Alco St NE Atlanta, GA 30324 Contact: Brad Cruickshank, ECH Phone: (404) 235-0988 Council(s): RC, GBC

Environs Residential Design & Construction 1579 F Monroe Drive, Suite 408 Atlanta, GA 30324 Contact: Dawn Landau, ECH Phone: (404) 810-0025 Council(s): GBC

D.R. Horton, Inc. 8200 Roberts Drive, Suite 100 Atlanta, GA 30350 Contact: Andy Oxley, ECH Phone: (770) 730-7900 Council(s): GBC

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Design-Construction by Craftmaster, Inc. 195 Chaseland Road Atlanta, GA 30328 Contact: Edward Levin Phone: (404) 252-8560 Council(s): RC

2215 Perimeter Park Drive, Suite 1 Atlanta, Georgia 30341 Contact: Jim LaVallee, ECH Phone: (404) 847-9080 www.EpicDevelopment.com Council(s): RC, GBC

Diamond G. Construction, Inc 115 Glenn Eagle Point La Grange, GA 30241 Contact: Frank Gill, ECH Phone: (706) 884-9691 Council(s): GBC Dovetail Construction Co. Inc. 57 Forsyth Street NW 11-D Atlanta, GA 30303 Contact: Robert Reed, ECH Phone: (404) 569-9900 Council(s): GBC Dovetail Properties, Inc. 3939 Lavista Road, Suite E, #309 Atlanta, GA 30084 Contact: Joseph Daniels, CPHB, ECH Phone: (404) 228-9267 Council(s): GBC Dresser Homes 830 Cumberland Road NE Atlanta, GA 30306 Contact: Gary Dresser, ECH Phone: (404) 724-4621 Council(s): GBC

The Georgia Power Home Energy Improvement Program Work through a Georgia Power Home Energy Improvement Program participating contractor to assess and improve your home’s energy performance. Depending on improvements made, you may get rebates up to $2,200 and utility bill savings up to 30% annually. Plus, you may qualify for tax credits up to $500.

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E.C. Moccia Builders 1140 Churchill Downs Road Atlanta, GA 30319 Contact: Earl Moccia Phone: (404) 252-4248 Council(s): RC Eco Custom Homes PO Box 422614 Atlanta, GA 30342 Contact: Jeff Dinkle, ECH Phone: (404) 303-7280 Council(s): GBC Eisenhard Construction Management, LLC P.O. Box 170381 Atlanta, GA 30317 Contact: Kurt Eisenhard, ECH Phone: (678) 596-2506 Council(s): GBC

EpicDevelopment.com - Atlanta's five time Obie Award winner - offers in house design to ensure your project is pleasureable and meets your aesthetic and functional issues - on time and on budget. Bring us your concept for a second floor expansion, room addition, kitchen or bath remodel, or your whole house construction project for our no-cost assessment.

Ask about our outdoor landscape and hardscape capabilities.

FIC Properties, Inc. 562 Lakeland Plaza # 317 Cumming, GA 30040 Contact: Greg Reszutek, ECH Phone: (678) 776-2090 Council(s): GBC Forest Brook Properties 14025 Freemanville Road Milton, GA 30004 Contact: Dave Mitas, ECH Phone: (770) 318-0738 Council(s): GBC Fortress Construction, LLC 2252-A Northwest Parkway Marietta, GA 30067 Contact: Scott Brown, ECH Phone: (770) 859-9100 Council(s): GBC Front Porch, LLC 1900 Emery Street, Suite 430 Atlanta, GA 30318 Contact: Mike Kelly, ECH Phone: (404) 627-7000 Council(s): GBC

Sometimes your best move is to stay where you are.

YOU LOVE YOUR HOME. And if it had a little more space you’d live there forever. If this sounds like you, I invite you to talk to me about a Construction-to-Permanent Renovation Loan.

The Construction-to-Permanent Renovation loan pays off your first and any second mortgages while covering the cost of new construction, with one set of closing costs from construction to permanent financing. The maximum loan amount is based on the new appraised value of the home, including the improvement or addition. BB&T can also provide a second mortgage if that’s right for you.

Contact me today to learn more.

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Cowart Homes, LLC has established itself as a premier Atlanta custom homebuilder and remodeler. Our focus is to provide every customer with the highest quality product that exhibits our attention to detail. We are a Georgia Residential Contractor that is licensed, Insured, and EPA Lead Certified. We are also Certified Members of the International Code Council, NAHB, and the GAHB.

H & G Construction Enterprises 230 Sandy Springs Place NE Apt. A Atlanta, GA 30328 Contact: Steve Maxwell, ECH Phone: (404) 492-8787 Council(s): GBC

Handcrafted Homes, Inc. 505 Boulder Way Roswell, GA 30075 Contact: Judy Mozen, CGP, ECH Phone: (770) 642-1010 Council(s): RC, GBC

Hairy Dog, Inc. 255 Colton Crest Drive Alpharetta, GA 30005 Contact: Nick Beaudry, ECH Phone: (770) 330-1407 Council(s): GBC

Harbour Towne Construction, Inc. 2090 Dunwoody Club Drive, Suite 160-212 Atlanta, GA 30350 Contact: Tom Dwyer, CR, ECH Phone: (770) 455-1930 Council(s): RC, GBC Harcrest Homes, LLC 2060 Buford Highway, Suite 106 Buford, GA 30518 Contact: Danny Childress Phone: (770) 831-6670 Council(s): RC

Hall Construction and Real Estate Services L.L.C. P.O. Box 767910 Roswell, GA 30076-7910 Contact: Ron Cowart, Managing Partner 770-641-9379 Phone 678-951-0475 Fax www.cowarthomesllc.com ron@cowarthomesllc.com

GEC International LLC dba Green Engineering & Construction 1835 Savoy Drive Atlanta, GA 30341 Contact: Ziv Gal, ECH Phone: (770) 452-7575 Council(s): GBC

1970 Glenroy Place Smyrna, GA 30080 Contact: Bradley Hall, CR, Lead RRP Phone: (678) 283-7530 Fax: (678) 239-4416 bhall@hallconstructionllc.com www.hallconstructionllc.com Council(s): RC

Hardline Homes 1640 Powers Ferry Road SE Building 4-200 Marietta, GA 30067-9488 Contact: Richard Sosebee, ECH Phone: (678) 566-0050 Council(s): GBC HASK Construction, Inc. PO Box 550426 Atlanta, GA 30355 Contact: Al Kelekci, ECH Phone: (404) 250-3500 Council(s): GBC Hathaway Construction Services 5901 C Peachtree Dunwoody Road Suite 125 Atlanta, GA 30328 Contact: Brandon Waters, ECH Phone: (770) 448-7047 Council(s): GBC

Georgia Home Masters, LLC 860 Johnson Ferry Road Suite 140-134 Atlanta, GA 30342 Contact: Mike Warren Phone: (678) 292-5026 Council(s): RC

Hall Construction is a residential design and build company based in Smyrna, GA equipped to manage projects ranging from simple to complex. Hall Construction has carefully developed a process that integrates real estate, interior design, architecture and construction and we strongly believe that this process from concept to reality is the best for the customers we serve. Contact us today for a free consultation.

Glazer Design & Construction 1094 Victoria Street Atlanta, GA 30319 Contact: Randy Glazer, ECH Phone: (404) 683-9848 Council(s): GBC

Hammer Head Construction, Inc 1729 Friar Tuck Road NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Contact: Nabil Hammam, ECH Phone: (404) 541-9700 Council(s): GBC

Glenn Sims Remodeling Co. 2160 Kingston Court SE, Suite H. Marietta, GA 30067 Contact: Glenn Sims, CR Phone: (770) 953-5959 Council(s): RC

Hammertime Construction, Inc. 534 Eastlake Drive Decatur, GA 30030 Contact: Ali Herriot, ECH Phone: (404) 525-3332 Council(s): RC, GBC

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Highlight Homes LLC / Vesmont LC P.O. Box 582 Tyrone, GA 30290 Contact: Tony Pourhassan, CPHB, ECH Phone: (678) 873-9234 Council(s): RC, GBC Holland Renovation & Restoration, LLC 455 East Paces Ferry Road NE Suite 330 Atlanta, GA 30305 Contact: William Holland Phone: (404) 557-9492 Council(s): RC Holland Renovation & Restoration, LLC 455 East Paces Ferry Road NE Suite 330 Atlanta, GA 30305 Contact: David Childers, ECH Phone: (404) 569-0146 Council(s): GBC

SPRING/SUMMER 2011 Home ReBuilders, Inc. 1629 Monroe Drive, NE Atlanta, GA 30324 Contact: William Bartlett, ECH Phone: (404) 876-3000 Council(s): RC, GBC

Homes By Brumby, LLC 10405 Old Alabama Road Connector Suite 201 Alpharetta, GA 30022 Phone: (678) 336-6145 Fax: (678) 397-0540 Council(s): RC

HBA REMODELERS & GREEN BUILDING COUNCILS MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Juneau Construction Company 3715 Northside Parkway, Bldg 300 Suite 750 Atlanta, GA 30327 Contact: Leston Juneau, ECH Phone: (404) 287-6000 Council(s): GBC

M. Deane Johnson, Inc. 3715 Northside Parkway, Building 100 Suite 100 Atlanta, GA 30327 Contact: M. Deane Johnson Phone: (404) 816-4420 Council(s): RC

Kathleen Day & Associates 4725 Peachtree Corners Circle Suite 300 Norcross, GA 30092 Contact: Kathleen Day, ECH Phone: (770) 446-1500 Council(s): GBC

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BB&T 271 17th Street, Suite 300 Atlanta, GA 30363 Call: Vickey Layson Office: (404) 720-8911 Mobile: (404) 702-0444 vlayson@bbandt.com

Kathleen Day & Associates 4725 Peachtree Corners Circle Suite 300 Norcross, GA 30092 Contact: Rob Wagner Phone: (770) 446-1500 Council(s): RC

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Keiffer J. Phillips-Patricia L. Brown, Inc. 2451 Cumberland Parkway, Suite 3409 Atlanta, GA 30339 Contact: Keiffer Phillips, CAPS, ECH Phone: (404) 949-8115 Council(s): GBC Improving Your Biggest Investment A family owned and operated company since 1990, Homes by Brumby is dedicated to providing integrity, value and quality in every home renovations project. We are the “one stop shop.” No job is too big or too small.

Kirk’s Home Improvements Inc. 3616 Casteel Road Marietta, GA 30062 Contact: Kirk Smith Phone: (770) 565-0489 Council(s): RC

J. Walter Coursey Construction, Inc. 3436 Briarcliff Road NE Atlanta, GA 30345 Contact: Walter Coursey Phone: (404) 388-5359 Council(s): RC

L & M Construction Services, Inc. 1735 Buford Highway, Suite 215-137 Cumming, GA 30041 Contact: Steve Moore Phone: (404) 416-9109 Council(s): GBC

J. Werho & Associates, Inc. 2923 Emerald Drive Jonesboro, GA 30236 Contact: Jeffrey Werho, CAPS Phone: (770) 477-8983 Council(s): RC

Luxe Properties Inc 4920 Atlanta Hwy, 104 Alpharetta, GA 30004 Contact: Grant Hafner, ECH Phone: (678) 343-8991 Council(s): GBC

James Paull & Assoc. LLC PO Box 8597 Atlanta, GA 31106 Contact: James Paull, ECH Phone: (404) 861-4831 Council(s): GBC Jim Hogan Homes, Inc. 4015 Wetherburn Way, Suite 100 Norcross, GA 30092 Contact: Jim Hogan, ECH Phone: (770) 441-9030 Council(s): GBC John Willis Homes, Inc. 3763 Rogers Bridge Road Duluth, GA 30097 Contact: John Willis, ECH Phone: (770) 623-1496 Council(s): RC, GBC

We are locally-owned by Chuck Russell and have been serving East Metro Atlanta clients for over 25 years. Remodeling, renovating or new construction, we can do it.

We work closely with our clients to ensure their complete satisfaction. We are known for our high quality, ethical, and client-oriented processes. We welcome your inquiry and look forward to working with you.

770-826-1188 www.groundupga.com

We specialize in all types of fiberglass batt and blown insulation and alternative insulation solutions like wall sprayed cellulose and sprayed foam insulation for both residential and commercial applications.

We also offer several varieties of house wraps, soundproofing methods, mineral wool and air infiltration packages. Our solid reputation and superior customer service has helped make us one of the premier insulation companies in the Southeast.

Woodman Insulation Co., Inc. 1230 Samples Industrial Drive Cumming, Georgia 30041 Phone: 770.442.9089 Fax: 770.442.9188 www.woodmaninsulation.com Remodel Atlanta 33

HBA REMODELERS & GREEN BUILDING COUNCILS MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Manning Homes, LLC 129 Inman Drive Decatur, GA 30030 Contact: Wes Manning, ECH Phone: (404) 370-5099 Council(s): GBC

Neighborhood Stimulators Inc 2020 Howell Mill Road, Suite 222 Atlanta, GA 30318 Contact: Van Hardimon Phone: (404) 422-1117 Council(s): RC

McKenzie-Perry Homes, Inc. 205 Freelon Lane Woodstock, GA 30188 Contact: Anthony Perry, ECH Phone: (770) 314-9088 Council(s): GBC

New World Home LLC 9040 Roswell Road Suite 350 Atlanta, GA 30350 Contact: Steve Fader, ECH Phone: (678) 323-1499 Council(s): GBC

McKrow Custom Homes Inc. 3755 Windlake Dr. Snellville, GA 30039 Contact: Mark McKrow, ECH Phone: (770) 616-7624 Council(s): GBC

Northwest Metro Atlanta Habitat for Humanity 1625 Spring Road Smyrna, GA 30080 Contact: John Kerwood, ECH Phone: (770) 432-7954 Council(s): GBC

MGM Custom Homes, LLC 506 Saddlebrook Place Canton, GA 30115 Contact: Stephen McCain Phone: (678) 493-0024 Council(s): RC Mike Hammersmith General Contracting Inc. 450 Bishop Street NW Atlanta, GA 30318 Contact: Mike Hammersmith, ECH Phone: (404) 351-5227 Council(s): GBC Monte Hewett Homes, LLC 5775 Glenridge Drive NE Suite B380 Atlanta, GA 30328-7244 Contact: Monte Hewett, ECH Phone: (404) 459-6080 Council(s): GBC

Oneida Builders Inc. 1532 Dunwoody Village Parkway, #130 Dunwoody, GA 30338 Contact: Melina Wilkinson Phone: 770-396-1002 Fax 770-396-1036 www.oneidabuilders.net Council(s): RC, GBC

Moon Bros., Inc. 1662 McLendon Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30307 Contact: Karl DeSantos, ECH Phone: (404) 377-6006 Council(s): RC, GBC MOSAIC Group [Architects & Remodelers] 2358 Perimeter Park Drive Suite 300 Atlanta, GA 30341 Contact: Rick Goldstein Phone: (770) 455-7712 Council(s): RC MOSAIC Group [Architects & Remodelers] 2358 Perimeter Park Drive Suite 300 Atlanta, GA 30341 Contact: William Fadul, ECH Phone: (770) 670-6022 Council(s): GBC Mountain View Home Builders PO Box 908022 Gainesville, GA 30501 Contact: Michael Calvert, ECH Phone: (770) 540-5353 Council(s): GBC 34 Remodel Atlanta

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Owings & Aeschlimann, LLC 6130 Banbury Ct. Suwanee, GA 30024 Thomas Owings: c (404) 281-9153 Roy Aeschlimann: c (404) 216-5659 Office: (678) 947-8154 Fax: (678) 947-8305 oandabuilders@gmail.com www.OandABuilders.com Council(s): RC

We have a combined experience of 70+ years in renovations, additions and custom homes.

Our reputation is rock solid because we provide excellent service with a commitment to professionalism and integrity. We are your onsite superintendents and personally oversee every phase of construction. Complete satisfaction is more than a promise; it is the very foundation of our company.

James Hardie Building Products 938 Pine Way Dallas, GA 30157 Contact: Josh Herring Phone: (678) 485-0794 www.jameshardie.com Oneida Builders is a multi-faceted construction firm specializing in the restoration of residential properties. The owner, Rocco Sinisgalli, a master craftsman and his team: Corporation Director and Interior Designer Melina R. Wilkinson; Project Manager Mark Shaw; and Estimator Pat Nevitt, pride their business on the highest quality workmanship and personal one to one customer service. Typical projects include custom home renovations from kitchen and bath to basement finishing and complete home additions. We begin with providing the client a computerized estimate, a complete design plan, a detailed construction agreement, references, certificate of insurance and we offer a company warranty with every job. We offer a level of commitment that is unmatched.

James Hardie Building Products manufactures durable, low-maintenance, non-combustible siding with the beauty and character of wood without the maintenance problems.

Its proprietary fiber-cement formulation provides resistance to fire, moisture, severe wind, impact damage and termites. For more information, please visit www.jameshardie.com.

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Paces Construction Company 3325 Paces Ferry Rd. Atlanta, GA 30327 (404) 841-8841 Ph (404) 806-7365 Fax www.PacesConstruction.com Info@PacesConstruction.com John Beach Jr, Partner Richard Everett Jr, Partner Council(s): RC, GBC

HBA REMODELERS & GREEN BUILDING COUNCILS MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Pelle Development Group, Inc. 2348 Venetian Drive Atlanta, GA 30311 Contact: Tom Pelletier, ECH Phone: (404) 664-1666 Council(s): GBC

RJK Homes, LLC 4862 Cherokee Street Bldg 400 Acworth, GA 30101 Contact: Greg Padgett, ECH Phone: (770) 529-5260 Council(s): GBC

Pettett Properties, Inc. 11215 West Road Roswell, GA 30075 Contact: Perry Pettett, ECH Phone: (770) 587-9870 Council(s): GBC

RLS Construction, Inc. P.O. Box 550148 Atlanta, GA 30355 Contact: Rich Sokolowski, ECH Phone: (404) 846-9600 Council(s): RC, GBC

Pine Creek Construction, LLC PO Box 3385 Suwanee, GA 30024 Contact: Marc Caputo Phone: (770) 231-7468 Council(s): RC Pinnacle Custom Builders, Inc. 123 Jefferson Place Decatur, GA 30030 Contact: Robert Soens, ECH Phone: (404) 373-2345 Council(s): RC, GBC Property Masters Inc. 1860 Sandy Plains Road, Suite 204 Marietta, GA 30066-7839 Contact: Scott Berezo Phone: (770) 792-5533 Council(s): RC

Paces Construction Co. is an award-winning Buckhead, Sandy Springs, Vinnings, & Brookhaven area remodeler. John Beach and Richard Everett custom build homes and additions and renovate existing spaces. Paces is an EarthCraft builder and a Remodelers Council and Georgia Trust member.

Quality Minded Remodelers, Inc. 1022 Swathmore Dr. Atlanta, GA 30327 Contact: Scott Sizemore Phone: (404) 216-3789 Council(s): RC

Pantheon Properties, LLC 1899 Anjaco Road Atlanta, GA 30309 Contact: Edwin Rutherford, ECH Phone: (404) 538-5512 Council(s): RC, GBC

R. Jacobs Construction, Inc. 101 Village Parkway, Bldg 1, #100 Marietta, GA 30067 Contact: Bob Jacobs Phone: (770) 955-5192 Council(s): RC

Pantheon Properties, LLC 1899 Anjaco Road Atlanta, GA 30309 Contact: Tracey Rutherford Phone: (404) 538-5511 Council(s): RC

Raines Residential, Inc. 3515 Davis Road Marietta, GA 30062-1317 Contact: Lee Raines, CGP Phone: (770) 973-8315 Council(s): GBC

Pape Tile Company Inc. dba Pape Construction 6525 Cox Drive Flowery Branch, GA 30542 Contact: Jeremy Pape, ECH Phone: (770) 540-5860 Council(s): GBC

Renner Construction, LLC 367 Big Oak Drive Jasper, GA 30143 Contact: Rodney Renner Phone: (770) 720-4940 Council(s): RC

Patrick Malloy Companies LLC 851 Cedar Street Carrollton, GA 30117 Contact: Patrick Malloy, ECH Phone: (770) 319-5242 Council(s): GBC

Renovations 708 Jett Rd Woodstock, GA 30188 Contact: Richard Eley Phone: (770) 475-9452 Council(s): RC

Robert Bragg Mechanical Services Inc 3700 Tanglewood Drive SE Atlanta, GA 30339 Contact: Robert Bragg, ECH Phone: (770) 434-8431 Council(s): GBC Rudd Properties, LLC 1990 Hosea L. Williams Dr. Atlanta, GA 30317-0100 Contact: Christopher Rudd, ECH Phone: (404) 474-4814 Council(s): RC, GBC Satori Homes Inc. P.O. Box 191346 Atlanta, GA 31119 Contact: Cliff Lewandowski, ECH Phone: (404) 705-6032 Council(s): GBC

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Don’t move; remodel your home. Use that extra remodeled space to create a larger, more enjoyable living area you’ve always wanted. From custom interiors to outdoor living spaces, if you can dream it, Braymar Design Build can build it. A family owned, 2nd generation business, Robert and Andre Hames combine 30 years industry experience with a degree in Architecture and are committed to building your project with professionalism, precision and integrity.

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SawHorse, Inc. 432 Calhoun St. NW Atlanta, GA 30318-7906 Contact: Matthew Hoots, ECH Phone: (404) 256-2567 Council(s): RC, GBC

Sullivan Homes, Inc. 116 Huron Street Decatur, GA 30030 Contact: Eric Sullivan Phone: (404) 606-4411 Council(s): RC

Tuscany Construction Co., Inc. P.O. Box 2107 Buford, GA 30515 Contact: Nick Mastrogiovanni Phone: (770) 945-1987 Council(s): RC

Schiltz Homes, Inc dba T. Olive Properties 6730 Cross Gate Street Cumming, GA 30040 Contact: Randall Schiltz, ECH Phone: (770) 826-3666 Council(s): GBC

Tate Builders & Associates, Inc. 300 West Wieuca Road, Suite 204 Atlanta, GA 30342 Contact: Steve Tate, ECH Phone: (404) 843-3030 Council(s): GBC

Unique Homes, LLC 1930 Commonwealth Avenue Cumming, GA 30041 Contact: James MacDowell Phone: (678) 947-6353 Council(s): RC

Small Carpenters At Large, Inc. 884 Lake Ave. Atlanta, GA 30307 Contact: Danny Feig-Sandoval, ECH Phone: (404) 688-7665 Council(s): GBC

taylor28design LLC PO Box 724786 Atlanta, GA 31139 Contact: Ryan Taylor Phone: (770) 436-9902 Council(s): GBC

Urban Eco Construction 1270 Caroline Street, Suite D120-433 Atlanta, GA 30307 Contact: David Radlmann, ECH Phone: (404) 392-5551 Council(s): GBC

Southeast Energy Assistance 2065 Liddell Drive Atlanta, GA 30324 Contact: Darren Maguire Phone: (404) 554-1177 Council(s): GBC

TCB - The Custom Builder P.O. Box 190547 Atlanta, GA 31119 Contact: Patricia Byce Phone: (404) 233-2530 Council(s): RC

Waterford Homes, Inc. 5880 Live Oak Pkwy, Suite 180 Norcross, GA 30093 Contact: David Clough, ECH Phone: (770) 448-2175 Council(s): RC, GBC

Southern Design Builders, LLC 7525 Matts Landing Point Cumming, GA 30040 Contact: Robert Mullinax Phone: (770) 889-1162 Council(s): RC Southland Contracting Services, LLC 2870 Peachtree Road NW, Suite 880 Atlanta, GA 30305 Contact: Gary Collins Phone: (404) 590-2064 Council(s): RC, GBC Specialty Builders Remodeling, LLC 2582 Lake Capri Drive Conyers, GA 30012 Contact: Richard Hoffman, CAPS Phone: (770) 496-0635 Council(s): RC Stillwater Communities, Inc. 6070 Center Hill Church Road Loganville, GA 30052 Contact: Rodney McCart, ECH Phone: (770) 466-5501 Council(s): GBC Stone Mountain Construction, Inc. 6051 Rockbridge Road Stone Mtn, GA 30087 Contact: Anthony Long, CGR Phone: (770) 465-9733 Council(s): RC Struby Construction LLC 127 Jefferson Place Decatur, GA 30030 Contact: Neil Struby, CGP, ECH Phone: (404) 373-3900 Council(s): GBC 36 Remodel Atlanta

Tecton, Inc. 651 Dallas Street, Suite A Atlanta, GA 30308 Contact: Alan Glickson Phone: (404) 659-1516 Council(s): RC The Construction Company Milton 473 McGinnis Way Alpharetta, GA 30004-0987 Contact: Bryan Elliott Phone: (770) 231-0520 Council(s): RC The Home Service Store, Inc. 1701 Barrett Lakes Blvd., Suite 220 Kennesaw, GA 30144 Contact: Mike Turner, GMB Phone: (770) 261-7145 Council(s): RC The Home Service Store, Inc. 1701 Barrett Lakes Blvd., Suite 220 Kennesaw, GA 30144 Contact: Andrew Remm, CGA, CAPS Phone: (770) 261-7114 Council(s): RC The Renovation Company 1728 Harriett Avenue Atlanta, GA 30307 Contact: Michael Lyman, ECH Phone: (404) 373-6415 Council(s): GBC Tom Nail Builders, Inc. 13460 Providence Road Alpharetta, GA 30009 Contact: Tom Nail, ECH Phone: (678) 762-0287 Council(s): GBC

Watershed Development, LLC 321 West Hill Street, Suite 1-B Decatur, GA 30030 Contact: Riker Blanchard, ECH Phone: (404) 373-3005 Council(s): GBC Windom Construction Co. Inc. 512 Park Avenue Atlanta, GA 30312 Contact: Robert Windom, ECH Phone: (404) 622-7171 Council(s): RC, GBC Windsong Properties, LLC 120 Colony Center Dr., Suite 300 Woodstock, GA 30188 Contact: Steve Romeyn, ECH Phone: (770) 516-3409 Council(s): RC, GBC

ASSOCIATES 4th Dimension Media, Inc. W298N1004 Saint James Way Waukesha, WI 53188-9464 Contact: Kevin Ford Phone: (262) 646-6325 Council(s): RC a plus, inc.

151 DeKalb Industrial Way Decatur, GA 30030 Contact: Peyton Alexander Phone: (404) 373-7587 Council(s): RC a plus, inc.

151 DeKalb Industrial Way Decatur, GA 30030 Contact: David Hancock Phone: (404) 373-7587 Council(s): RC

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HBA REMODELERS & GREEN BUILDING COUNCILS MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

Atlanta Gas Light Co. 420 Edge Rd Villa Rica, GA 30180 Contact: Robyn Addison Phone: (678) 878-5015 Council(s): GBC

Cofer Brothers Inc. 2300 Main Street Tucker, GA 30084 Contact: Steve Young Phone: (770) 938-3200 Council(s): RC

AVI / Architectural Vision Inc. 1873 McFarland Pkwy Alpharetta, GA 30005 Contact: Peter Diehl Phone: (770) 262-8776 Council(s): RC

Coldwell Banker NRT Development Advisors 10700 Abbotts Bridge Road #170 Johns Creek, GA 30097 Contact: Shirley House Phone: (770) 623-1900 Council(s): GBC

Bridgette Boylan Interiors, Inc. 4006 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite #100 Norcross, GA 30092 Contact: Bridgette Boylan Phone: (770) 447-5800 Council(s): RC Bruce Shafer Contractor 762 Rockbridge Road NW Lilburn, GA 30047 Contact: Bruce Shafer, ARCS Phone: (770) 921-9257 Council(s): RC

Builder Specialties, Inc.

Compton Sales, Inc. 3347 Duluth Highway 120 Duluth, GA 30096 Contact: Phil Brown Phone: (678) 232-7597 Council(s): GBC

Builder Specialties are the professionals you have trusted for over 20 years to supply all your needs for appliances, fireplaces, fireplace mantels and surrounds, garage doors, insulation and now lighting. Please visit our Clearance Center in Norcross, Colonial Lighting in Sugar Hill or either of our showroom locations on Miami Circle in Buckhead or Canton Road in Marietta.

Flooring Design Group, Inc. 3230 Oakcliff Industrial Street Doraville, GA 30340 Contact: Dionne Immel Phone: (770) 454-7110 Council(s): RC

Carolina Lumber & Supply Co. 504 Plaster Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30324 Contact: Merritt Huber Phone: (404) 873-2676 Council(s): RC

P.O. Box 38 Jefferson, GA 30549 Contact: Amy Bryan Phone: (706) 367-6111 www.jacksonemc.com Council(s): RC

Dimplex 354 Lowery Road Fayetteville, GA 30215 Contact: J.J. Grimes Phone: (404) 227-2766 Council(s): RC EMC Home Technology 55 Satellite Blvd NW Suwanee, GA 30024 Contact: Ralph Collier Phone: (770) 963-0305 Council(s): RC

Cabinet Resources Partners, LLC 4189 Capital View Drive Suwanee, GA 30024 Contact: Bobby Dulin Phone: (770) 932-9910 Council(s): RC

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Construction Resources, Inc. 246 Rio Circle Decatur, GA 30030 Contact: Mitch Hires Phone: (404) 378-3132 Council(s): RC

6582 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.

Norcross, GA 30071 Contact: Mark Austin Phone: (770) 255-1400 www.builderspecialties.net Council(s): RC

Burr & Forman LLP 171 17th Street, NW, Suite 1100 Atlanta, GA 30363 Contact: Bill McKenzie Phone: (404) 685-4312 Council(s): RC, GBC

Hallowell Brothers Enterprises, Inc. 6655 Mockingbird Road Cumming, GA 30028 Contact: Carter Hallowell Phone: (770) 205-7880 Council(s): RC

Founders Kitchen and Bath, Inc. 1755 Founders Parkway Alpharetta, GA 30009 Contact: Robbie Baron Phone: (770) 752-8118 Council(s): RC Georgia Power Co.-End Use Sales 62 Lake Mirror Rd BIN 50120 - BLDG 12A Forest Park, GA 30297 Contact: Tony Donald Phone: (404) 608-5704 Council(s): GBC Georgia Power Co.-End Use Sales 241 Ralph McGill, BIN 10212 Atlanta, GA 30308 Contact: Bert Pierce Phone: (404) 506-2344 Council(s): RC

Jackson EMC’s Right Choice™ Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® Audit works to deliver whole-house energy saving to improve comfort and help protect the environment. With a Right Choice Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® Audit you’ll: Get a detailed energy analysis of your home; Increase your day-to-day comfort.; Save money on energy bills; Maximize efficiency; Improve air quality; Breathe easier.

Jackson EMC, Corporate P.O. Box 38 Jefferson, GA 30549 Contact: Ann Pierce Phone: (770) 963-6166 Council(s): RC

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HBA REMODELERS & GREEN BUILDING COUNCILS MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Law Offices of Kevin Veler 11770 Haynes Bridge Road Suite 205-337 Alpharetta, GA 30009 Contact: Kevin Veler Phone: (770) 752-0990 Council(s): RC Lummus Supply Co. 1554 Bolton Road NW Atlanta, GA 30331 Contact: Don Barnett Phone: (404) 794-1501 Council(s): RC Magbee Contractors Supply PO Box 149 Auburn, GA 30011 Contact: Don Maxey Phone: (678) 425-2643 Council(s): GBC Mast Custom Woodworks 881 Royal Park Drive Monroe, GA 30656-6460 Contact: Willis Mast Phone: (770) 616-4423 Council(s): RC Mayford Beveled Glass Doors & Windows 6733 Jones Mill Court, Suite B. Norcross, GA 30092 Contact: Skip Ford Phone: (770) 446-1196 Council(s): RC

Northwest Exterminating Co., Inc. 830 Kennesaw Avenue Marietta, GA 30060 Contact: Heather Bounds Phone: (770) 293-2700 Council(s): GBC

Sherwin Williams Paints 132 Glenmore Lane McDonough, GA 30253 Contact: Brad Pearce Phone: (678) 548-5030 Council(s): RC

Panessa & Associates, LLC 730 Peachtree Street Suite 875 Atlanta, GA 30308 Contact: Brian Panessa Phone: (404) 521-3455 Council(s): RC

StrucSure Home Warranty, LLC 2225 Hemrick Road Cumming, GA 30041 Contact: Cindy Huber Phone: (877) 806-8777 Council(s): RC

Phillips Metal Works P.O. Box 635 Braselton, GA 30517 Contact: Chris Phillips Phone: (770) 527-6570 Council(s): RC, GBC PMC Building Materials, LLC 2009 Dorsey Road Marietta, GA 30066 Contact: Doug Helm Phone: (770) 427-9770 Council(s): RC Reliance HVAC 1694 Highway 138 NE Conyers, GA 30013 Contact: Michael Bilbrey Phone: (770) 886-1998 Council(s): RC

Moda Floors & Interiors 1417 Chattahoochee Ave. Atlanta, GA 30318 Contact: Laurie Allgood Phone: (404) 477-3744 Council(s): RC

The Sherwin-Williams Company 2191 Northlake Pkwy, Suite 23 Tucker, GA 30084 Contact: Julianna Ryan Phone: (678) 261-6939 www.sherwin.com Council(s): GBC

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Superior Indoor Comfort, Inc. 13955 Highway 9 North Alpharetta, GA 30004 Contact: Carlin Hodges Phone: (770) 664-9098 Council(s): RC Sutter, McLellan & Gilbreath 1424 North Brown Road, Suite 300 Lawrenceville, GA 30043 Contact: Herbert Gilbreath Phone: (770) 246-8300 Council(s): RC Sutter, McLellan & Gilbreath 1424 North Brown Road, Suite 300 Lawrenceville, GA 30043 Contact: Dawn Pogue Phone: (678) 533-2206 Council(s): RC

mRelevance, LLC 50 Shotgun Road Cartersville, GA 30121 Contact: Carol Flammer, CAPS, CSP, MIRM, CMP Phone: (770) 383-3360 Council(s): GBC North Georgia Community Action 1344 Talking Rock Road Jasper, GA 30143 Contact: Jeff Patterson Phone: (706) 692-5644 Council(s): RC, GBC

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MetLife Home Loans 3237 Satellite Blvd Suite 150 Duluth, GA 30096 Contact: Kerry Langley Phone: (770) 495-4995 Council(s): GBC Metro Home Products 1000 Cobb International Blvd, Suite G Kennesaw, GA 30152-4355 Contact: Tim Ingram Phone: (770) 425-1080 Council(s): RC

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