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CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE GBAHB REMODELERS OFFICERS CHAIRMAN Erica Neel, Structures Inc. CHARIMAN ELECT Bob Gazarek, Alabama Brick Delivery SECRETARY Tom Coan, Case Design/Remodeling TREASURER Reynolds Anderson, Alagasco IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR David Estreicher, Lightstyles Hardware AT LARGE Jimmy Clemmer, Alabama Brick Delivery Mike Mckay, Oak Alley Tim Flynn, Southern Window Supply Chad Garrison, Alabama Power

COMMITTEES COOKOUT George Williams, Precision Homecrafters GOLF TOURNAMENT Eric Brandino, Brandino Brass MEMBERSHIP/CALLING COMMITTEE Shannon Powell, Shelviong Etc. PROGRAMS Susan McGee, HAVCO Vinyl PUBLIC RELATIONS Julie Harbin, Greater Alabama Apartment Association GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS Tommy Patton, J F Day - Pella Windows

NOW IS THE TIME TO ACT FROM ERICA NEEL, GBAHB REMODELERS CHAIRMAN he upcoming birth of my first child has made me reflect on my childhood. I think of all of the traditions that were established and where they took place. Like many of you, I can visualize the small details of the rooms that I inhabited as a child. I can picture the butcher block formica countertops with the harvest gold appliances in my first home. I can also remember the sunken den and how the shag carpet felt on my feet. In my second home, I remember the beautiful oak cabinetry in the kitchen and the arched double door at the entry. These memories are intertwined with the holidays, family gatherings, and the daily life we led in our home.

So often we forget about how important our homes are to us. Many times we think about the maintenance or the housework we have to do to keep them up, but we must also remember that our surroundings in our home make us feel certain emotions. We all want to live somewhere that is pleasing to us whether that be with carpeted or hardwood floors, with stained or painted cabinetry, or with brick or siding on our house. Our homes are essentially an extension of our personality and taste and serve an integral part in our daily lives. We need to love them.

As Chairman, I want to assure you that my industry has many qualified professionals who are able to transform your current home into a remodeled masterpiece or create a perfect custom home from scratch. Now is the time to act. Interest rates are at an all time low, but are steadily rising. Labor prices are at record low levels. We understand that in these challenging economic times, we must spend our money wisely. That time is now.

Let’s make memories together.

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GBAHB SENIOR OFFICERS PRESIDENT Bud Canter, CG Canter Jr. & Associates VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY Brooks Harris, Harris & Doyle Homes, Inc. TREASURER Alicia Huey, AGH Homes ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT Aimee Forbus, Land Title PAST PRESIDENT Bobby Smith Jr., 4 Star Homes, LLC

Erica Neel Chairman, GBAHB Remodelers Structures, Inc. Helena, AL 205-663-4252

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EXECUTIVE OFFICER Bart Fletcher GBAHB STAFF LIAISON Susan Primm GREATER BIRMINGHAM ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERS (GBAHB) 100 Oslo Circle Birmingham, AL 35211 Phone: 205-912-7000 Fax: 205-451-0201 www.birminghambuilder.com

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company profile CASE DESIGN/REMODELING Birmingham, AL VALUE PROPOSITION • Dialogue / To Understand Trust is important. We listen to understand your needs, lifestyle, taste, and budget.

• Design / For Your Needs You benefit from professional design advice, award-winning experience, and a touch of inspiration.

• Details / For Great Results We take care of the details. You enjoy a low-stress experience and a top-quality result.

PHILOSOPHY Case is dedicated to providing a positive experience while creating well-designed and beautifully crafted remodeling projects. Clients are assured of a knowledgeable, reliable, responsive, and valuefocused remodeling partner.

MISSION STATEMENT To provide professional advice, outstanding design, and superior craftsmanship to improve the beauty, comfort, and function of our clients’ homes.

COMPANY FOCUS • Exclusively residential remodeling, specializing in kitchen and bath projects employing exemplary design and craftsmanship.

• Strong service orientation and innovative thinking to make the remodeling process as worry free as possible for clients.

• Full-service capability. The Case handyman repair division is organized to efficiently handle small repair and maintenance items.

COMPANY MAKEUP The Case team includes award-winning designers, experienced production managers, skilled craftsmen, and office staff. Owner Tom Coan is a Certified Graduate Remodeler and a licensed homebuilder. Our craftsmen bring over 75 years combined experience in home building and remodeling. Case is lead-safe certified by the EPA. Our staff is background checked and security cleared. We screen our trade specialist partners to ensure that they meet our standards for quality and service.

“We are so thrilled with our new “open” space. We love every aspect of the remodel. Entertaining family and friends is now just a JOY! CASE - y’all are the BEST!” ~ CB, Birmingham “You all have given us such a beautiful kitchen. Thank you for such a bright, functional, and beautiful space. From the start of the remodel I felt great confidence.” ~ MY, Birmingham “The Case team was very professional. We are extremely pleased with the work. We were kept informed throughout the project and the schedule was maintained to every extent possible.” ~ MM, Vestavia Hills

“I cannot tell you how happy I am with your team! They are NICE, extremely knowledgeable, and just a pleasure to work with.

Can’t say enough great things!” ~ CJ, Mountain Brook

DIFFERENTIATORS Our key differentiator is consultative, clientfocused design and project development plus strong project management ability. We work hard for our clients and measure client satisfaction with an independent 3rd party.

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CHANGE AND RENEWAL IS A NATURAL THING.

KITCHENS • BATHS • ADDITIONS • GRANITE • TILE

OakAlley, Inc. Design/Build Remodeling P.O. Box 157 Chelsea, Alabama 35043 Telephone: 205.669.3334 Fax: 205.669.7264 www.oakalleydesignbuild.com

2010 First Place Historical Preservation Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards

2009 First Place Kitchen Alabama Chapter American Society of Interior Designers

2005 Remodeler of the Year State of Alabama HBAA

2003 Remodeler of the Year Greater Birmingham GBAHB

LET US TAKE YOUR KITCHEN OR BATH TO A NEW DIMENSION. At your home. At your business.

We’re at your service.

RELAX. Forget about locating craftsmen, scheduling workers or choosing the right materials.

Counter Dimensions, Inc. is a full-service, comprehensive kitchen and bath center that specializes in removing the hassles from the kitchen- and bath-building process. Leaving you to do nothing but enjoy the results.

FULL-SERVICE DESIGN AND REMODELING FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL KITCHENS AND BATHS

2726 Chandalar Place Drive Pelham, AL 35124 205-664-3587 www.counterdimensions.com

company profile Counter Dimensions, Inc. Pelham, AL matches the one you’ve always dreamed of and fits your lifestyle.

Whether you need just new countertops, or an entire room designed to your specifications, Counter Dimensions can handle your remodeling job from start to finish.

“Our dedicated staff can help select materials and design a look for your kitchen or bath that will complement the rest of your home,” Kelley stresses. “We’ll work with you and your contractor to make sure your kitchen- and/or bath-remodeling process is a seamless satisfying project.”

COMMITTED TO YOUR SATISFACTION “Communications, teamwork and on-site supervision of projects from beginning to end are the keys to our success and our customers’ satisfaction,” Kelley says. “All of our projects are carefully planned, scheduled and managed in order to complete them on time and on budget,” he adds.

AT YOUR SERVICE Counter Dimensions, Inc., is a full-service, comprehensive kitchen and bath center that specializes in removing the hassles from the kitchen and bath-building processes, leaving customers to enjoy the end results.

Dedicated to individualized service and top-quality products, Counter Dimensions, Inc., has distributed and installed countertops and cabinets since 1988. Its extensive product list includes: • Five cabinetry lines including Shiloh All Wood Cabinetry, a division of W. W. Wood Products, Inc. • An assorted selection of knobs and pulls • Decorative tiles • Countertop replacements using: Formica and Wilsonart • Solid surface countertops including DuPont Corian and Zodiaq, as well as granite.

• Cabinet Refacing “With professional designers on staff and a vast network of industry professionals, we provide full-service design and remodeling services for residential and commercial kitchens and baths,” says Mike Kelley, president.

These services include layouts and elevations, connections of appliances and fixtures with job coordination including general contracting, electrical work, gas and plumbing connections, flooring and wallpaper installation, and painting.

AT YOUR HOME Whether new or remodeled, your kitchen and baths are the showplaces of your home. A home can only be as elegant as its baths, as warm and relaxing as its kitchen. Whatever your style, Counter Dimensions will design and deliver a kitchen or bath that 205-664-3587

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LET US TAKE YOUR KITCHEN OR BATH TO A NEW DIMENSION.

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

In a crowded marketplace, however, identifying a qualified professional can be difficult. That’s why the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) created professional designations that help consumers identify builders and remodelers who have committed themselves to continually improving their skills and being committed to their profession. When a homeowner selects a builder or remodeler with a NAHB professional designation, they are getting a professional with superior training, practical experience, and in-depth knowledge in their chosen specialty.

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CERTIFIED GRADUATE BUILDER (CGB)

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The CGB designation means your builder has met prescribed standards of practice, possess at least two years building industry experience, has a proven track record of successful project management, has completed a comprehensive education curriculum, and pledges to uphold the program’s Code of Ethics. The CGB course is designed to emphasize business and project management skills as the key to a professional building operation.

CERTIFIED GRADUATE REMODELER (CGR) The CGR course emphasizes the development of business management skills as the key to a professional remodeling operation.

Remodelers holding the CGR designation meet prescribed standards of business practice, possess a minimum of five years remodeling industry experience, have a proven track record of successful remodeling projects, complete a comprehensive education curriculum, and pledge to uphold the program’s Code of Ethics.

CERTIFIED AGING-IN-PLACE SPECIALIST (CAPS)

MASTER BUILDER (MB) / MASTER REMODELER (MR)

The CAPS designation program teaches the technical, business management and customer service skills essential for remodelers doing home modifications for the aging-in-place. The NAHB Remodelers Council, in collaboration with the AARP, developed this program to provide comprehensive, practical, market specific information about working with older and maturing adults to remodel their homes for aging-in-place.

The purpose of the Master Builder / Master Remodeler Program certification of the Greater Birmingham Association of Home Builders is to further enhance the professionalism of participating members and to provide the consumer with contractors of the highest professional standards. Members of the program must pass a rigorous entry process in order to receive the designation as Master Builder or Master Remodeler. They are screened by a committee of their peers who review customer, supplier and sub-contractor references; check for any current or pending litigation; verify full liability and workman’s compensation insurance coverage; and validate financial stability. Membership is reviewed on a yearly basis and failure to meet the program’s requirements can warrant disqualification from the program.

CERTIFIED GRADUATE ASSOCIATE (CGA) The CGA certificate program offers associate members an opportunity to enhance their knowledge of the fundamentals of the home building industry. Modeled after the CGB curriculum, this designation is attained by completing three required and three elective courses which focus on improved management skills and business performance. The CGA designation is maintained by completing one course annually.

CERTIFIED GREEN PROFESSIONAL (CGP) The National Association of Home Builders’ 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. Classwork leading to the designation provides a solid background in green building methods, as well as the tools to reach customers, from the organization leading the charge to provide market-driven green building solutions to the home building industry.

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GRADUATE MASTER BUILDER (GMB) The ultimate designation for the building professional, the Graduate Master Builder (GMB) designation is for experienced veterans only. Before beginning the GMB designation process, candidates must have the CGB designation, the CGR designation, the CGA designation with five years of building experience, or ten years of building experience and have completed three CGB/CGR/CGA courses. GMB course topics include risk management and insurance, negotiating, financial management and quality construction, to name a few. They are more advanced with in-depth instruction geared for experienced building professionals.

GBAHB REMODELERS Member Designations Alagasco...........................................205-326-8157 Amy Dunavant, CSP

IKO Industries...................................205-913-8515 D. Clay Harbin, CAPS, CGP

Best Inspections, Inc. ........................205-229-2428 Bobby Monk, CAPS, CGB, GMB, CGP, SRES Cindy Monk, CAPS, Master CSP, CMP, CSP, MIRM

Kurtts Construction Inc ......................205-991-5719 George Kurtts, GMB

Bluestone Building, LLC ....................205-874-1188 Kelly Watson, CGP

Lawson State Community College .......205-929-3488 Kevin Hitchcock, CGP

BMR Homes Inc................................205-769-9967 Chris Youngs, CGP

McKay Building Co. Inc. ....................205-980-1718 Robert McKay, CAPS, CGB, CGR Jewel, McKay, CAPS

Case Design/Remodeling ....................205-936-0007 Robert Coan, CGR

Oak Alley, Inc. ..................................205-669-3334 Michael McKay, CGR

Cross Construction LLC ......................205-967-7857 Bryant Cross, CGP

Precision Homecrafters Inc ................205-733-9583 George Williams, CAPS, CGR

Design Build Associates .....................205-988-4300 Lee Robertson, CGP

Roddy O. Sample & Associates ...........205-621-6621 Mark Sample, CGR Roddy Sample, CGR, CAPS

Eagle Building Company, Inc..............205-815-2097 David Sciarabba, CGB, GMB, CGR Gibson & Anderson Construction.........205-823-7714 Casey Campbell, CAPS, CGP Edward Anderson, CGP

Thompson Construction Services, Inc. .205-822-4370 Britt Thompson, CAPS

CODE OF ETHICS GBAHB Remodelers are committed to an established Code of Ethics. It reads: Members of this Council shall observe the highest standards of integrity, frankness and responsibility in dealing with the public, adhering to the following principles: • All advertising statements shall be accurate and free of capacity to mislead or deceive the consumer.

• Accuracy shall be required of all sales people in their descriptions of products and services, both written and verbal.

• All contracts executed shall be fully descriptive and fair to all parties.

• All contractual obligations shall be fulfilled in a reasonable period of time.

• All work shall be performed in a manner compatible with recognized standards of public health and safety applicable laws.

• Members shall not perform, or cause to be performed, any act which would tend to reflect on, or bring into disrepute, themselves, this Council, or the Industry.

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FLOORING BASICS: CHOOSING THE RIGHT FLOORING 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.

According to Reneé LeCroy of Don’s Carpet One Floor & Home in Trussville, choosing flooring for your home doesn’t have to be complicated, but you do need to do your homework. “The entire square footage of your home needs to be covered with some type of flooring,” she says. “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.”

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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.

“Floor covering is fashion,” says LeCroy. “Your floor is your largest wall, so choosing the right material and look can really make a difference.”

TRAFFIC PATTERN According to Matt Smith of Riverchase Carpeting and Flooring in Pelham, nothing in your home gets more use than your flooring.

“When selecting any type of flooring, it is critical that you consider the amount of wear and tear it is going to get,” he says. “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. “If you want your carpeting to look as good in 10 years as it does when you install it, you are going to need to invest a little bit more per square foot,” Smith advises.

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,” LeCroy comments. “Too often, the flooring budget is an afterthought. While it might be tempting to go with the lowest price per square foot, you probably will not get the quality you desire,” she says.

LeCroy writes a blog (yourfifthwall.com) that provides information on different flooring categories and what average prices homeowners should expect.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: CASE DESIGN/REMODELING

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 it’s time to sell the home.

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PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: COUNTER DIMENSIONS, INC.

Other choices for hard surfaces include ceramic tiles and laminate which are also dominating the residential flooring options. 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 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. One of the most durable of all tiling materials are 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.

“Tile is very popular right now, particularly Travertine products,” says Fred Henry of the Robert F. Henry Tile Company in Birmingham. “From a design standpoint, the trend is toward a polished clean look, as opposed to the rustic look that dominated design for some time. We’re gradually moving toward cleaner lines and simpler designs.”

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,” says Angela Hicks of Jenkins Brick & Tile in Pelham.

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.

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 are popular for many do-ityourself 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-toclean 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

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FLOORING BASICS: CHOOSING THE RIGHT FLOORING carpet doesn't tend to wear as well as 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.

“There are also an increasing number of value-added features available on newer carpeting,” says Smith.

“Stain resistant and odor absorbing products are becoming more and more available.”

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.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: DON’S CARPET ONE FLOOR & HOME

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

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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 According to LeCroy, whatever flooring you choose, make sure you consult with an expert. “Professionals understand materials, textures and colors, and they can help you get the most value per square foot. 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: Don’s Carpet One Floor & Home Contact: Reneé LeCroy P.O. Box 560 Trussville, AL 35173-0560 205-655-8777 Jenkins Brick and Tile Contact: Angela Hicks 2299 Pelham Pkwy Pelham, AL 35124 205-988-3913 Robert F. Henry Tile Co. Contact: Fred Henry 4500 1st Avenue North Birmingham, AL 35222 205-592-8615 Riverchase Carpet and Flooring Contact: Matt Smith 2130 Pelham Parkway Pelham, AL 35124 205-985-9555

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A HISTORIC REMODEL

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When adding an addition or renovating a space, the goal is to make the new look like it was always there.

This is never more important than with a historical renovation. It is also incredibly challenging. Cabinets, tile, and even bricks are not made like they were 70, 80, or more years ago. While our processes have made it easier to manufacture many of these materials, they have also made it harder to match these materials to a home built long ago. But it is possible and here’s how.

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hen Benjamen B. Spratling, III and Susan Foy Spratling purchased their Mountain Brook home in 1977, it was the character and charm of the 1928-vintage Tudor that attracted them.

“Walking into our home for the first time just took my breath away,” says Susan. “I loved the kitchen and its original cabinetry, the brickwork and the slope of the roof. The home was quaint and very appealing.”

So when the lean-to porch off the back

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of the home needed to be replaced due to a termite infestation, the Spratlings took the opportunity to replace the porch with a space more in keeping with the historical style of the home.

“The back porch never really looked like the rest of the house,” Susan comments, “and my son, who has a background in architecture, created a design true to the home’s original style. He incorporated architectural details and construction materials that matched the home’s original style.”

Susan credits Mike McKay, President of OakAlley, with bringing her son’s design to life. “Mike’s genius was to come into our home, see what we wanted to do, and then make it better,” she says.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: OAK ALLEY, INC.

REMODELING AND RESTORING The remodel starts with a gull wing roof, arched entryway, and concrete water table that replicates the original architecture. New brick was tirelessly woven into place making a seamless transition between the old and the new. Inside, the bead board ceiling and textured walls preserve the historical appearance. The addition serves as the home’s most frequently used entry and its laundry area. Cabinetry designed to match the home’s original cupboard conceals laundry and sewing appliances. It also adds much-needed storage. Granite countertops make the space attractive as well as functional.

HVAC ducting through the attic is supplemented by radiant heat in the floor.

And the attic space over the new laundry provides a much-needed closet for the bedroom above it.

Also, the homeowners preferred a new route to the sunroom. The as-built sunroom entrance was up steps, across the landing, and back down steps. This made a very awkward way to enter the sunroom. By relocating the bathroom to the new addition, adding matching hardwood floors and a new light fixture, a beautiful entry way was created. With the steps in the sunroom removed, brick work and tile repair, the sunroom gained desired extra floor space.

“My husband and I spent about 30 years standing in our hallway trying to figure out how to get out to our sunroom

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A HISTORIC REMODEL without having to go up and down steps,” Susan says. “Mike took one look, said we could move our small bathroom to the new addition, build a new doorway, and get rid of the stairs. It took him about two seconds to figure that out,” she chuckles.

Importantly, both the sun room and the bathroom are now more functional spaces. The sun room originally had single pane windows, so it could really only be used in the warmer months. By adding double pane glass, it has now become a year-round space.

Moving the bathroom to the new addition allowed it to be enlarged so a shower could be added. With aging parents who struggle with stairs, having a full bathroom on the first floor is very desirable.

Many other areas of the home were also repaired, refinished, and upgraded, improving the home’s beauty and integrity. The bead board ceiling and textured walls were particularly important to preserving the home’s original look.

And while the six-month project is a big success, it wasn’t without its challenges. According to McKay, previous work done on the back porch prior to OakAlley’s involvement resulted in a concrete slab being poured incorrectly.

“We painstakingly leveled and squared the slab after having an engineer certify the foundation,” he says.

The home also had five levels of kitchen floor in place that had to be removed and replaced. Unfortunately, three of them had asbestos in them, requiring a complete asbestos abatement. Additionally, after exposing the beams under the kitchen floor, it became apparent that they would need to be replaced as well.

SELECTING YOUR CONTRACTOR Susan is adamant that finding the right remodeling contractor makes all the difference in having a successful remodel.

“OakAlley did a great job,” she says.

“We really love the results.”

She was referred to Oak Alley by a friend who is an interior decorator. A referral from someone you trust is a great way to find a remodeler for your next project.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: OAK ALLEY, INC.

ADVICE TO OTHER HOMEOWNERS Susan’s advice to others considering remodeling? “Look at details of your home and what attracted you to the home to begin with,” she says, “then stay true to those details.”

Source For This Article: OakAlley, Inc. Contact: Michael J. McKay, CGR, CAPS P.O. Box 157 Chelsea, AL 35043 205-669-3334 www.oakalleydesignbuild.com

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Three days of remodeling ideas and products under one roof.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY: COUNTER DIMENSIONS, INC. (LEFT); BIRMINGHAM MARBLE WORKS (RIGHT)

Hours Friday: 12PM-8PM Saturday: 11AM-8PM Sunday: 12PM-6PM

March 25-27, 2011 Pelham Civic Complex Pelham, Alabama

Booth Layout

List of Exhibitors Appliances AllSouth Appliance Group Inc. ..............102, 103 Fine Lines by hh gregg .............................55, 56 Audio & Video HD Innovations, Inc. .......................................22 Banks Bank of America .............................................61 Superior Bank .................................................33 Wells Fargo Home Mortgage .............................7 Bath Fixtures Bath Fitter ......................................................74 Brick Alabama Brick Delivery.............................70, 71 Boral Bricks Inc ..............................................21 Jenkins Brick and Tile...........................105, 106 Builder/Remodeler Adams Homes LLC....................................38, 39 Alabama Professional Services, Inc................40 Appleseed Workshop, LLC ...............................19 Case Design/Remodeling................................68 Curtis White Companies, Inc ........................107 D R Horton, Inc. ..............................................72 Kurtts Construction, Inc..................................54 Murphy Home Builders, LLC............................59 Precision Homecrafters, LLC.................108, 109 Riverwood Construction ..................................35 Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. ...............83 Spicer Creative, LLC .......................................53 Structures, Inc. .............................................117 Wright Homes, Inc.................................114-116 Building Products Huber Engineered Woods ................................77 Cabinets Alabama Cabinet Company, Inc. ..................100 Cabinet Trends Inc..........................................81 Counter Dimensions, Inc...........................75, 76 Cable Bright House Networks ...................................67 Closets California Closet.............................................82 Classic Closets, LLC .......................................47 Crawl Space Encapsulation Alabama Professional Services, Inc................40 Decorative Venting Fancy Vents, Inc..............................................87

Doors Door Exchange..........................................45, 46 Fireplaces Valley Distributors ..........................................34 Flooring Don’s Carpet One ............................................41 Floor Max ..............................................110, 111 Lumber Liquidators ..................................97, 98 Riverchase Flooring Center, Inc ......................79 Foundation Repair Alabama Foundation Specialist................43, 44 Alabama Professional Services, Inc................40 Granite/Quartz/Marble Countertops Innovative Surfaces, LLC ................................62

Plumbing Fixtures Kenny & Company...........................................86 Kohler ...........................................................104 Will & Pierce Agency .......................................89 Plumbing/HVAC McClellan Plumbing, Heating & Air ................73 Publishing PMT Publishing/Birmingham Home & Garden 37 Real Estate Company RealtySouth ..................................................119 Roofing Viking Engineered Metals ...............................42 Screens Phantom Screens............................................92 Skyligts Skylight Options, LLC................................90, 91

Hardware Brandino Brass Company .............................118

Sod Hugghins Sod Farms Inc.................................78

Home Center Mazer Discount Home Center....................48, 49

Stone Fabricating Birmingham Marble Works, LLC......................36

Home Staging & Design SWAG Home Staging & Design .......................88

Storm Shelters Practical Storm Shelters...........................25, 26

HVAC Air Engineers, LLC ..........................................51 Valley Distributors ..........................................34

Tile Crossville Tile & Stone ....................................18 Robert F. Henry Tile Co. ...................................84

HVAC&R Efficiency EnergyGuard .................................................112

Utility Alabama Power Company..............................3-6 Alagasco.......................................................101

Insulation Donovan Insulation, Inc................................113 Kitchen Design Counter Dimensions, Inc...........................75, 76 European Kitchens of Alabama.......................50 Lighting Inline Electric Supply Company ................27, 58 Lighting & Lamp.............................................93 Valley Distributors ..........................................34 Paint Sherwin Williams Company ............................52 Pest Control Alabama Professional Services, Inc................40 Mr. Bugg’s Pest Patrol Inc...............................20 Vulcan Termite & Pest Control Inc. ................99 Wayne’s Environmental Services, Inc..............65

Waterproofing B Dry.............................................................126 Weatherization Alabama Professional Services, Inc................40 Window Film Solar Reflections ............................................32 Windows Marvin Windows by Dale, Inc..........................69 Windows & Doors Holcombe Doors & Windows ......................63-64 J F Day & Company........................................80 Southern Window Supply ..........................66, 85 Windows & Siding Durante Windows and Siding..........................11-16 Wireless Service Verizon Wireless............................................1, 2

Seminar Schedule Get Expert Advice from the Professionals All seminars will be held at the back of the Expo floor in the education area.

Please note seminar times are subject to change.

Check www.birminghambuilder.com for the latest updates.

Saturday, March 25, 2011 1 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Greening Up Your Home, Inside & Out - Natalie Kelly, mygreenbirmingham.com Every home should be on the path to becoming more environmentally friendly. Learn about the latest trends, ideas, and products to help green your home. Natalie Kelly, Founder of My Green Birmingham.com will discuss how she and her partners have transformed two local homes with a green home makeover. Get the latest cost and energy saving methods that will help you create a healthy, sustainable, and eco-friendly home.

1:30 – 2 p.m.: Designing with Natural Stone – Dan Weingarten, Birmingham Marble Works Granite, marble, quartz. The choices seem to be endless, yet they are all so beautiful! Learn the differences between the hottest natural stones and find out what would work best for your lifestyle from Birmingham Marble Works’ Dan Weingarten.

2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.: Staging to Sell - Erin Dunavant, SWAG Home Staging & Design Staging is not decorating. Decorating is a way to personalize your living space. Staging is the opposite.

It is the art of de-personalization by taking the home out of the house and allowing the buyers to visualize themselves in that living space. If your home is on the market or if you’re preparing to sell it then you’ll want to learn from staging expert Erin Dunavant of SWAG Home Staging & Design. Make your house a buyer’s dream home!

3 p.m. – 4 p.m.: Designing, Planning and Completing a Kitchen Remodel – George Williams, Precision HomeCrafters, LLC When hosting a party, it’s the one room where your guests will inevitably gather. It’s where you decorate cookies with your children and cook their favorite comfort food when they’re sick. The kitchen is the center of every home. Learn the ins and outs of creating your dream kitchen from George Williams of Precision HomeCrafters, LLC.

Sunday, March 26 1 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Evaluating for Dream Home Plan Design – Barry Delozier What makes a home plan really flow? Where should you start in trying to make a selection from thousands of designs? Residential designer Barry DeLozier will give you tips on the most important things to consider before buying or drawing a home plan.

1:30 – 2 p.m.: Energy Efficiency Tips - Jim Goolsby, Alabama Power Do you feel a draft under your back door? Is your home lacking the proper insulation? Is your ceiling fan spinning in the wrong direction? If you answered “Yes,” or “I don’t know,” then this seminar was made for you. Get tips on lowering those utility bills from efficiency specialist Jim Goolsby of Alabama Power.

2 p.m. – 3 p.m.: Designing, Planning and Completing a Bathroom Remodel – George Williams, Precision HomeCrafters, LLC What woman doesn’t enjoy a peaceful bath? What man isn’t looking for that perfect shower? The bathroom should be a place of peace and serenity, yet practical and functional. During this seminar George Williams of Precision HomeCrafters, LLC will give expert tips on designing the perfect space, for him and her.

3 p.m. – 4 p.m.: Outdoor Living Spaces, Designing for Your Lifestyle – George Williams, Precision HomeCrafters, LLC An impromptu barbeque with the neighbors. A play space for the kids. A glass of wine by the firepit on a chilly night with your favorite person. An outdoor space can be all of these and much more. Get ideas for making the most of your backyard from remodeling expert George Williams of Precision HomeCrafters, LLC.

The 2011 Building & Remodeling Expo is sponsored by:

MODERN BALCONY

ADDS ELEGANT CHARM would put a second Christmas tree up there during the Christmas holiday, but other than that they didn’t use the 250square-foot area.

“One of our friends recommended putting our piano up there and that’s when I kind of got possessed about using the space. I thought the piano would be super cool up there, and I also wanted a home office.” The space is open to the main level with balconies overlooking a sitting room as well as overlooking the two-story foyer.

WASTED SPACE Although Tricia liked having the balcony up there, it literally was wasted space.

“There was no way to get up there.

Unless we put a ladder up, there was no way to actually use the space.” She

FINDING THE RIGHT REMODELER The couple, which had owned previous homes throughout the years, researched area remodeling companies to make plans for adding a staircase and making the loft a usable area in the home.

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“One of our designers that we had working on the home recommended that we check out Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc., in Pelham, AL.” Ironically, Jim, who had used Roddy O. Sample & Associates in a prior home of his, remembered what an excellent job Roddy and his company had done for him in the past, so they decided to have them do the remodeling project.

GETTING STARTED According to Roddy, the existing iron railing of the balcony that overlooked the sitting room was removed and stored for reuse. “A double helix spiral staircase with an iron handrail was installed in the corner of the room. A landing was built at the loft level to receive the top of the new staircase,” Roddy said.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: RODDY O. SAMPLE & ASSOCIATES, INC.

hen Jim and Tricia Holbrook bought this five-bedroom, ninebathroom home, five years ago they knew that some projects would be done throughout the home over the upcoming years.

The home was recently built, but it had some work that they wanted to do.

“There was a balcony loft above the foyer that was not accessible from the main level of the home,” Tricia said.

“The builder had a metal staircase that we didn’t love so we never installed it.”

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PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: RODDY O. SAMPLE & ASSOCIATES, INC.

MATCHING FLOORING Hardwood flooring was installed on the new landing to match the existing wide plank oak flooring of the loft and was refinished to match the mahogany stair treads. “They did a great job on matching up the flooring,” Tricia said. “In addition, programmable disco style lighting was added, which uniquely sets off the new space—to say the least,” Tricia says.

“They wanted the new space to be elegant 90 percent of the time and the ability for it to be party time the other 10 percent,” Roddy said. The new “Sky Bar” now serves this purpose; it works well as an office, but also provides a cool area for a cocktail party with live entertainment.

Additionally, there are windows and a door that face the front yard and drive that provide wonderful natural light and a view of anyone coming or going.

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OVERCOMING CHALLENGES According to Roddy, there were several challenges to accomplish this project.

“The first was to design a staircase that would blend with the existing decor and complement the existing curved floating main stairs that is located just a few feet away. We looked at options of a straight stair with a landing turn and several antique stairs from Europe.”

After researching online, a wooden double helix spiral staircase was chosen. The staircase was built with closed stringers and risers and mahogany treads to match the main stairs.

Another challenge was to build the wrought iron stair railing. The spiral stair does not have a center pole like most typical spiral stairs. The iron railing is on both sides of the treads. The top channel and rail cap had to be hand forged to match the radius of the wooden stringers. “This was especially tough on the inside rail because of the very tight radius. One interesting note, is the detail in the balusters,” Roddy said. Alternating balusters have one or two turned details.

“We had to use the two turned detail balusters on all the inside rail to achieve the same look because it is so steep. Obviously it was a challenge to move a Baby Grand piano to a second story level with the only stairs being a spiral but we did it without a scratch,” Roddy said.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: RODDY O. SAMPLE & ASSOCIATES, INC.

HAPPY WITH THE RESULTS Tricia and Jim couldn’t be happier with the results. “I use the area quite frequently now and I just love it. I would definitely recommend Roddy O. Sample & Associates; they did an excellent job.”

Sources For This Article: Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. Contact: Roddy Sample, CGR, CAPS P.O. Box 1844 Pelham, AL 35124 205-621-6621 www.roddysample.com

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CHARMING PORCH ADDITION he Dinsmore family has lived in this 1983-built, four-bedroom, three- and one-half bathroom, 2,600-squarefoot home for the last ten years. The home had two outdoor decks that the family considered connecting over the years, but never got around to it. “There were two decks, and one was off of the master bedroom,” says Amanda Dinsmore. “It was just wasted space and it never really got used. We wanted to take advantage of the outdoor space so we looked into starting a remodeling project.”

When they decided to move forward with the project, they were having the gutters on their house replaced. Several contractors stopped by inquiring about the project. “One of the contractors asked what we were planning on doing and they recommended that I talk with George Williams with Precision Homecrafters in Birmingham. They highly recommended him and his company, and he actually lived really close to us.”

Amanda had already looked into many area remodeling companies. “I wasn’t very impressed with any of the companies that I had already talked to. One was terrible, just saying negative comments about our house and stating things that were wrong with it,” she said. At that point, she decided to give George a call.

“When I met with George, he was very nice to work with and he listened to what I wanted out of the project.”

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PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: PRECISION HOMECRAFTERS

MET WITH COMPANY According to George, the scope of the project included demolition of two existing decks and the construction of a screen porch with adjacent deck and steps. The design and planning objectives included creating an outdoor space that would be usable in most weather conditions and that would accommodate many activities—a screen porch for family relaxation and eating, an adjacent deck that could be used for grilling, eating, or watching football games, and a child’s play area that is also accessible from the master bedroom.

“The homeowners wanted a space that is bright and inviting that would function as a large entertaining area for family and friends, but would also provide the feel of a private family get-away area for reading, relaxing, and just being together,” George said.

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OVERCOMING CHALLENGES This job was not without its challenges.

For example, the upstairs bay window restricted the required roof pitch and configuration. Five large pine trees had to be removed and some footings were on a steep incline of about 14 feet below the deck band board. “The homeowners agreed to remove the window from one of the bay’s side panels on the second floor. This allowed us to install sheetrock on the interior wall where the window was removed and carry siding through the exterior to provide adequate space for the roof,” George said.

A priority for the homeowners was for the screen porch to be off of the kitchen for easy access when grilling out. “We wanted better access to it so we could spend time out there together as a family,” Amanda said.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: PRECISION HOMECRAFTERS

HAPPY WITH THE RESULTS The addition of this screen porch and deck has provided a spacious outdoor living area that has exceeded all of the family’s needs and expectations. Adjacent to the deck is an entrance from the porch side, and patio doors lead from the master suite.

Exposed rafters with a tongue and grooved pine ceiling add to the spacious feeling, but also give a warm, cozy look for relaxing alone. The large deck provides plenty of room for grilling, entertaining friends and family, and just hanging out. It has become a gathering place and the center of much activity. A ceiling fan creates a breeze on those dog days of summer, while a portable propane heater knocks the chill off on cool days. The wooded area behind the house adds a level of privacy, yet they overlook the golf course, viewing a manicured fairway.

“We are really happy with the way it turned out,” Amanda said. “They were very clean about the project and did an excellent job. The proficiency was also a big priority for us; we wanted it done as soon as possible and they definitely worked hard to make sure they did that.”

Source For This Article: Precision Homecrafters Contact: George Williams 1215 Lake Forest Circle Birmingham, AL 35244 205-733-9583

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BANG FOR THEIR BUCK wo crucial goals of any remodeling project are to get the space you desire and to get the most bang for your buck. Reba and Jon Myer achieved both with a recent renovation of their master bathroom. And they can prove it.

Not only are they extremely happy with their remodel, but it earned them a stint on the HGTV show “Bang For Your Buck.”

The Myers are no strangers to remodeling, having redone nearly every aspect of their 1950s-vintage ranch. Beginning with removing its roof to add a second story, they have transformed their home into a modified Tudor. The master bathroom, however, was the one room they had not redone.

According to Reba, if it’s not the home’s original master bathroom, it was at least close in terms of age and design. “It was really old and unattractive,” she says. “It needed to be totally redone.”

In fact, with another newer bathroom suite on the second floor, the couple actually moved their bedroom upstairs for a time.

“My husband came home and I had my bags packed. He asked me where I was going and I said I was moving upstairs,” she laughs. “I told him the master bath did not ‘cut it’ and that he was welcome to move with me. So we did. It was then that we decided we had better remodel,” she says, still chuckling.

Ideas for the new bathroom came from magazines and looking at what other people have done with their bathrooms. “I love nice design and really collected ideas that intrigued me,” Reba says.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: COUNTER DIMENSIONS, INC.

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A NEW MASTER BATHROOM The first step in the remodel was to move some walls and totally gut the entire space. Every piece of sheet rock and existing tile was removed, so the new project was truly started from scratch. The original bath was expanded two feet into the bedroom and an adjacent guest room was incorporated to include a walk-in closet.

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Inside the door of the new bathroom, semi-custom maple cabinetry provides an elegant look. The cabinets themselves are eggshell with pewter glaze and divide his and her sinks installed in a marble countertop. Twin mirrors with bronze light fixtures complete the wall.

Natural Travertine tile covers the floor.

Straight back, under the window, sits a large soaking tub. Inset and surrounded by antique white penny round ceramic tile it features glass-fronted cabinets on each end and a large bronze light fixture above. A sizable glass-surround shower is located opposite the sinks. Done in Travertine with a bench seat, the shower features two shower heads: a hand-held faucet and a rain head shower coming out of the wall.

Built-in insets hold shampoo and other shower essentials. A tile floor and tile accents on the wall match the tile around the soaking tub.

OVERCOMING CHALLENGES Lee Welden, a designer with Counter Dimensions, Inc., in Pelham, AL, which worked on the project, said that the most challenging aspect of the project was the space plan. “The Myers did not want any additional changes to the exterior, so the bathroom layout was determined by the location of the existing window,” Lee says. “The tub was centered under it and balanced by glass-door wall cabinets at each end.”

The results are stunning. The room exudes warmth and elegance, while also offering a significant amount of storage space thanks to the cabinetry.

Importantly, the Myers are very happy with the results.

“We really love it,” says Reba. “It is exactly what we wanted.”

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: COUNTER DIMENSIONS, INC.

HGTV’S “BANG FOR YOUR BUCK” The premise of the HGTV program “Bang For Your Buck” is to compare three similar remodeling projects and decide which homeowners got the most for their money. When the program came to Birmingham, the Myer remodel was recommended to the producers.

After completing a questionnaire about their new bathroom and providing a cost breakdown of the different aspects of the remodel, the Myer’s project was selected as one of the three remodels for the program.

Filming the program takes two days.

On day one, the producer and two camera people visited with Reba and

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BANG FOR THEIR BUCK Jon and interviewed them about their remodel. On day two, program host Vern Yip visited with expert realtor Collette McDonald.

“The second day is really fun and really crazy,” Reba says. “You get to meet Vern, which was really fun for my 10year-old daughter, and a bunch of camera people show up along with a makeup person. It is really a whirlwind.”

On day two, Reba and Jon left so that Collette and Vern could go through the remodel by themselves. They critique the remodel based on how they feel the homeowners spent their money. Then, Reba and Jon came back and were shown clips of what Collette and Vern said about their new master bathroom.

“They are filming us watching the comments,” Reba says. “Of course they want us to agree or say ‘they’re crazy’ or give some type of reaction. Of course, my husband is a big ham anyway,” she laughs. “Then they pack up and leave and you do not hear the results until you see the show.”

On January 8, 2011, the Myers had a big party at their home to watch the program. And their friends found out at the same time they did that Collette and Vern felt Reba and Jon got the biggest bang for their buck.

“It was very rewarding to hear them say we did a nice job,” Reba says. “But it was just really fun to be involved with the program. We had a great time.”

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: COUNTER DIMENSIONS, INC.

FINAL THOUGHTS Reba offers the following advice to others considering a remodel: “Go with what you love and what you really want.

There are tons of opinions out there about what you should do and what you shouldn’t do. Be true to yourself. Spend the amount of money you want. Achieve the look and feel you want to achieve.”

Source For This Article: Counter Dimensions Contact: Lee Weldon 2726 Chandalar Place Drive Pelham, AL 35124 205-664-3587

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GBAHB Remodelers Spring/Summer 2011 CONTRACTORS

MEMBER SPECIALTIES Design/Build

Additions Appleseed Workshop, LLC ..................................................205-789-1518 CASE Design/Remodeling...................................................205-968-6000 Day Star Construction ........................................................205-591-0751 Kurtts Construction Inc......................................................205-991-5719 McKay Building Co............................................................205-980-1718 Oak Alley, Inc. .................................................................205-669-3334 Precision Homecrafters ......................................................205-733-9583 Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. ...................................205-621-6621 Sparks Building Company ..................................................205-281-7316

Appleseed Workshop, LLC ..................................................205-789-1518 Kurtts Construction Inc......................................................205-991-5719 McKay Building Co............................................................205-980-1718 Oak Alley, Inc. .................................................................205-669-3334 Precision Homecrafters ......................................................205-733-9583 Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. ...................................205-621-6621

Handyman CASE Design/Remodeling...................................................205-968-6000

Home Inspections Best Inspections ...............................................................205-229-2428

Kitchen Cabinets Counter Dimensions, Inc....................................................205-664-3587

Basement Remodeling

Kitchen Remodeling

Al Foster Construction Co...................................................205-969-2536 Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. ...................................205-621-6621

CASE Design/Remodeling...................................................205-968-6000 Kurtts Construction Inc......................................................205-991-5719 McKay Building Co............................................................205-980-1718 Oak Alley, Inc. .................................................................205-669-3334 Precision Homecrafters ......................................................205-733-9583 Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. ...................................205-621-6621 Sparks Building Company ..................................................205-281-7316

Bathroom Cabinets Counter Dimensions, Inc....................................................205-664-3587

Bathroom Remodeling Al Foster Construction Co...................................................205-969-2536 Best Inspections ...............................................................205-229-2428 CASE Design/Remodeling...................................................205-968-6000 McKay Building Co............................................................205-980-1718 Precision Homecrafters ......................................................205-733-9583 Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. ...................................205-621-6621

Cabinets

Outdoor Kitchens Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. ...................................205-621-6621

Porch & Patio Enclosures Precision Homecrafters ......................................................205-733-9583

Remodelers

Carpenter Contractors

CASE Design/Remodeling...................................................205-968-6000 Oak Alley, Inc. .................................................................205-669-3334 Precision Homecrafters ......................................................205-733-9583

Al Foster Construction Co...................................................205-969-2536

Sunrooms

Countertops

Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. ...................................205-621-6621

Counter Dimensions, Inc....................................................205-664-3587

Universal Design/Accessibility

Custom Homes

Best Inspections ...............................................................205-229-2428 McKay Building Co............................................................205-980-1718 Precision Homecrafters ......................................................205-733-9583

Counter Dimensions, Inc....................................................205-664-3587

Day Star Construction ........................................................205-591-0751 Kurtts Construction Inc......................................................205-991-5719 Sparks Building Company ..................................................205-281-7316

Decks & Porches Al Foster Construction Co...................................................205-969-2536 Precision Homecrafters ......................................................205-733-9583 Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. ...................................205-621-6621

Over 35 years of experience in custom remodeling, renovations and new home construction.

Whole House Renovation Appleseed Workshop, LLC ..................................................205-789-1518 Day Star Construction ........................................................205-591-0751 Kurtts Construction Inc......................................................205-991-5719 McKay Building Co............................................................205-980-1718 Oak Alley, Inc. .................................................................205-669-3334 Precision Homecrafters ......................................................205-733-9583 Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. ...................................205-621-6621

ASSOCIATES Appliances Alagasco ..........................................................................205-326-8157 AllSouth Appliance Group ..................................................205-942-0408

Cabinets Counter Dimensions, Inc....................................................205-664-3587 Interior Works ...................................................................205-516-7113

Carpet Don's Carpet One ..............................................................205-655-8777 Riverchase Carpet and Flooring ..........................................205-985-9555

Carpeting Installer Don's Carpet One ..............................................................205-655-8777

Carpeting Retailer Don's Carpet One ..............................................................205-655-8777

Ceramic Flooring Installer Don's Carpet One ..............................................................205-655-8777

Ceramic Tile Don's Carpet One ..............................................................205-655-8777

Countertops Counter Dimensions, Inc....................................................205-664-3587

Custom Cabinets Interior Works ...................................................................205-516-7113

Flooring Don's Carpet One ..............................................................205-655-8777 Riverchase Carpet and Flooring ..........................................205-985-9555

Heating & Cooling (HVAC) Alagasco ..........................................................................205-326-8157

GBAHB Remodeler of the Year 1999 & 2001, Alabama Home Builders Remodeler of the year in 2002. Alabama Remodeling Excellence Award 2007.

Kitchen & Bath Showroom Counter Dimensions, Inc....................................................205-664-3587

Kitchen Cabinets Counter Dimensions, Inc....................................................205-664-3587

Marble Tile

(205) 991-5719

Don's Carpet One ..............................................................205-655-8777 Riverchase Carpet and Flooring ..........................................205-985-9555

Tile & Stone Riverchase Carpet and Flooring ..........................................205-985-9555

Utilities Alabama Power .................................................................205-226-1443 Alagasco ..........................................................................205-326-8157

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Membership Directory

CONTRACTORS Al Foster Construction Company 3108 Starview Circle Birmingham, AL 35243 Contact: Al Foster Phone: (205) 969-2536

Best Inspections, Inc. 7030 F Meadowlark Dr Birmingham, AL 35242 Contact: Bobby Monk, CGP, GMB, CGB, SRES, CAPS Phone: (205) 229-2428

Appleseed Workshop, LLC

CASE Design/Remodeling 3118 Bellwood Drive, Suite 120 Birmingham, AL 35243 Contact: Tom Coan Phone: (205) 968-6000 Email: Tom@CaseBirmingham.com Web: Birmingham.CaseRemodeling.com

409 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. South Birmingham, AL 35233 Contact: Michael Gibson, AIA, LEED AP Phone: 205.789.1518 Email: mike@appleseedworkshop.com Web: www.appleseedworkshop.com

Is this an expensive repair or not?? When purchasing a home it is always BEST to hire BEST Inspections, Inc. When wondering if remodeling would be your BEST option always hire BEST Inspections, Inc. Always BEST to have a second opinion. Bobby Monk has personally inspected over 6,500 homes.

Bluestone Building, LLC Appleseed Workshop, is a full-service design build firm, led by award-winning architect Michael Gibson, Appleseed will work with you to make your dreams a reality within your budget. Whether it is your new home, an addition, kitchen or bath remodel, Treat yourself to the Appleseed experience from start to finish.

4 Office Park Circle, #314 Birmingham, AL 35223 Contact: Kelly Watson Phone: (205) 874-1188

Our team of design and construction professionals provides you with award-winning design, build quality and customer service. Our organized process and client service orientation assure an enjoyable experience with beautiful, high-value results.

Champion Window Co. of Birmingham, LLC 309 H Cahaba Valley Pkwy.

Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: David Sanders Phone: (205) 444-0096

BMR Homes, Inc.

Craft Brothers Company

901 Columbiana Road Birmingham, AL 35209 Contact: Chris Youngs Phone: (205) 769-9967

925 North 28th Street Birmingham, AL 35203 Contact: Dale Cathey Phone: (205) 251-8873

David and Karen’s Joint Venture, LLC 27 Shades Crest Rd. Birmingham, AL 35226 Contact: David Shrout Phone: (205) 989-6559

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Day Star Construction Inc

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4005 2nd Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35222 Contact: Stephen Dorsky Phone: (205) 591-0751 320 Old Mill Lane Birmingham, AL 35244 Contact: Lee Robertson Phone: (205) 988-4300

ELM Construction, LLC 4032 North Cahaba Drive Birmingham, AL 35243 Contact: Elliott Pike Phone: (205) 368-3109 GBAHB Remodel Birmingham

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GRJ Enterprises

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Pardue Building Company, LLC

1674 Hwy 1 Bessemer, AL 35022 Contact: Gregg Jackson Phone: (205) 369-4641

232 Portsouth Lane Alabaster, AL 35007 Contact: Mike Carden, CGR Phone: (205) 967-2570

9 Office Park Circle, Suite 201 Birmingham, AL 35223 Contact: Billy Pardue Phone: (205) 870-1636

H. B. Thompson Construction Services, Inc

Pate & Company, Inc.

1916 Wisterwood Drive Hoover, AL 35226 Contact: Britt Thompson Phone: (205) 822-4370

1915 Courson Court Leeds, AL 35094 Contact: Ken Pate Phone: (205) 699-5932

4000 Eagle Point Corporate Drive Birmingham, AL 35242 Contact: Eddie Dorough Phone: (205) 956-1820

Homes By Indianwood, Inc. 2116 Old Montgomery Hwy Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Bill Kinnebrew Phone: (205) 987-9112

McKay Building Company Inc. 7059 Meadowlark Drive Birmingham, AL 35242 Contact: Bob McKay, CGR, CGB, CAPS Phone: (205) 980-1718 Fax:(205) 980-1734 Website: www.mckaybuilding.com

2819 Central Ave. Birmingham, AL 35209 Contact: Michael Schuster Phone: (205) 870-8467

Post Office Box 380067 Birmingham, AL 35238-0067 Contact: George Kurtts, GMB, CGR Phone: (205) 991-5719 Fax: (205) 991-2090 Email: kurttsconstruction@gmail.com www.kurttsconstruction.com

6X Remodeling Excellence Award Winner McKay Building Company has been in business since 1977. Our specialties include whole house remodeling, additions, and kitchen and bath renovations. We have a highly skilled team, including Certified Aging in Place Specialists, to assist in developing and implementing your plans.

Oak Alley, Inc. P O Box 157 Chelsea, AL 35043 Contact: Michael McKay, CAPS, CGR Phone: (205) 669-3334 www.oakalleydesignbuild.com We have over 35 years of experience in custom remodeling, renovations and new home construction. Our attention to detail coupled with a commitment to excellence has given us statewide recognition: GBAHB Remodelor of the Year 1999 & 2001, Alabama Home Builders Remodelor of the year in 2002 and Alabama Remodeling Excellence Award for Best of Show Award in 2007.

Lorino Construction, Inc. 1270 Parliament Lane Birmingham, AL 35216 Contact: Gaeton Lorino Phone: (205) 365-0621

M & C Renovations 211 Shenandoah Drive Hoover, AL 35226 Contact: Mike Henderson Phone: (205) 978-9909 34

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Precision Homecrafters 1215 Lake Forest Circle Birmingham, AL 35244 Contact: George Williams, CAPS, CGR, CGP, Lead Safe Certified Firm Phone: (205) 733-9583 Fax: (205) 988-9537

Kitchen Potential, Inc.

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Precision HomeCrafters, LLC is a Design/Build firm that specializes in meeting and exceeding client expectations through service and meticulous attention to detail. Our employees and trade contractors take pride in their work and want your home to reflect that pride.

Rigsby Construction Company Inc. 121 Clark Street Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Daniel R. Friday Phone: (205) 663-4456

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Oak Alley, Alabama’s 2005 Remodeler of the Year, is a residential design-build leader in the south-of-town area. Their work as a full-service remodeling firm includes additions, kitchens, baths, and whole-house renovation. An experienced supervisor on each project has the responsibility of monitoring quality, keeping the job on schedule, and taking care of the customer's needs.

Call us at: 205-912-7000

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Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. P O Box 1844 Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Roddy Sample, CGR, CAPS Phone: (205) 621-6621 Fax: (205) 663-4777 www.roddysample.com

GBAHB Remodelers Membership Directory We Stand On Our Reputation Everyday Riverchase Carpet and Flooring has been serving the flooring needs of the Pelham, Hoover, and Riverchase since 1995. Since that time, we have expanded our service reach outward to 75 miles from the store. People are coming from all over to shop here. We are committed to offering the finest quality flooring brands of carpet, laminate flooring, hardwood flooring, vinyl, and ceramic tiles.

We are dedicated to providing superior service and product selection accompanied by professional installation. Our flooring consultants are experts in all styles and types of flooring. From designer and patterned carpets to ceramic tiles, stones, and hardwoods, we have the floors and the years of experience to help you decorate any home or office.

Riverchase Carpet and Flooring 2130 Pelham Parkway Pelham, Alabama 35124 Phone: 205-985-9555 Fax: 205-985-9335 www.riverchasecarpet.com

(773,:,,+ >VYRZOVW Roddy Sample, CGR, CAPS and brother Mark Sample, CGR, grew up in the residential construction industry and were taught by the best, their dad Frank. Having been trained in the field has created their hands-on approach to managing your remodeling project. Please ask us about or new affiliation with Screen America, www.screenamerica.com. With these automated roll screens you can have a screened porch when you want and an open porch when you don't.

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RustMark Custom Homes, LLC 1295 Parliment Lane Birmingham, AL 35216 Contact: Rusty Luccasen Phone: (205) 283-8400

Saunders Home Repair & Remodeling P.O. Box 383064 Birmingham, AL 35238 Contact: David Saunders Phone: (205) 871-1717

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Shearer Building Co., Inc. 6 Office Park Circle, Suite 100 Birmingham, AL 35223 Contact: Cleve Shearer Phone: (205) 229-1104

Sparks Building Company P O Box 13907 Birmingham, AL 35213 Contact: Bradley Sparks Phone: (205) 281-7316 Structures, Inc. P.O. Box 627 Helena, AL 35080 Contact: Erica Neel Phone: (205) 663-4252

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Taylor Burton Company Inc 3239 Lorna Road, Suite 108 Birmingham, AL 35216 Contact: Taylor Burton Phone: (205) 822-7936

Twin Construction, LLC P.O. Box 59611 Birmingham, AL 35259 Contact: David Siegel Phone: (205) 802-3920

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GBAHB Remodelers Membership Directory ASSOCIATES 4th Dimension Media, Inc. W298N1004 St. James Way Waukesha, WI 53188 Contact: Kevin Ford Phone: (262) 646-6325

Alabama Brick Delivery PO Box 5462 Birmingham, AL 35207 Contact: Jeff South Phone: (205) 323-1560

Alabama Cabinet Company, Inc. 95 Third Avenue North Birmingham, AL 35204 Contact: Tim Pollard Phone: (205) 326-3190

Alabama Power Company P O Box 2641, Bin # 3S - 1615 Birmingham, AL 35291 Contact: Alicia Vincent Phone: (205) 226-1443

Alabama Woodworks, Inc. 1000 15th Way SW Birmingham, AL 35211 Contact: Jeff Clemmons Phone: (205) 925-1270

All Spaced Out 213 Amphitheater Road Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Kim Sumpter Phone: (205) 621-7717

American Hearth & Home P O Box 973 Leeds, AL 35094 Contact: Bill Miller Phone: (205) 987-5800

AVX Audio Video Excellence

605 Richard Arrington, Jr. Blvd. North Birmingham, AL 35203 Contact: Amy Dunavant, CGA, CSP Phone: (205) 326-8157 For special offers on high efficiency natural gas appliances, visit Alagasco.com.

4 West Oxmoor Road Birmingham, AL 35209 Contact: Tyler Hillman Phone: (205) 942-0408 Fax: (205) 942-6622 www.allsouthappliance.com

2726 Chandalar Place Dr. Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Mike Kelley, CGR Phone: (205) 664-3587 Fax: (205) 664-3560

B Dry 143 Distribution Drive Birmingham, AL 35209 Contact: Andy Long Phone: (205) 942-1976

Bath Fitter 434 Industrial Lane, Suite G Birmingham, AL 35211 Contact: Rob Storch Phone: (205) 876-1760

Birmingham Water Board

Boral Bricks Inc

At your home. At your business. We are at your service. We are a full-service, comprehensive kitchen and bath center that specializes in removing the hassles from the kitchen and bath building process. For a free consultation call (205) 664-3587.

Davis Design 5560 Cahaba Valley Road Birmingham, AL 35242 Contact: Cindy Davis Phone: (205) 991-2929

1805 McCain Pkwy Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Joel Williamson Phone: (205) 664-0257

Cahaba River Trading Company, Inc. 121 Clark Street Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: James Hayes Phone: (205) 663-1456

Cahaba Roofing Company

AllSouth Appliance Group. Inc.

Counter Dimensions, Inc.

1917 29th Avenue South Homewood, AL 35209 Contact: Michael Lyons Phone: (205) 871-7289

P.O. Box 830110 Birmingham, AL 35283 Contact: Sonny Jones Phone: (205) 244-4400

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P O Box 1009 Trussville, AL 35173-6009 Contact: Greg Davis Phone: (205) 854-9000

Don's Carpet One Floor & Home 1465 Gadsden Highway Birmingham, Al 35235 Contact: Don Olvey Phone: (205) 655-8777 Fax: (205) 655-8722

Champion Electric LLC 5920 Smokey Road Calera, AL 35040 Contact: Brian Woodall Phone: (205) 668-6858

Classic View, LLC 3030-A Mountainview Way Bessemer, AL 35020 Contact: Thomas Cornelius Phone: (205) 481-0029

Coleman-Russell & Associates P O Box 100217 Birmingham, AL 35210 Contact: Morris Kay Phone: (205) 833-0700 AllSouth has been serving Birmingham's finest builders and remodelors since 1997. Sales and Service for brands such as GE, SubZero, Wolf, Viking, Asko, Miele, Maytag, Frigidaire and many others. Visit our showroom @ 4 West Oxmoor Road, Homewood or call 942-0408.

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In Store, In Home, On-Line, Don’s Carpet One Floor & Home: Your local flooring experts! Don’s Carpet One Floor & Home is locally owned and operated so you'll always be able to count on us for quality products, large in-stock selection of hardwood and tile, the best pricing and expert installation. You’ll find exactly what you're looking for at Don’s Carpet One Floor & Home.

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Durante Windows and Siding 2512 Commerce Square West Birmingham, AL 35210 Contact: Jason Durante Phone: (205) 956-4110

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European Kitchens of Alabama 2717 2nd Avenue South, Suite A Birmingham, AL 35233 Contact: Loay Ali Phone: (205) 978-5629

Ferguson Enterprises Inc. 2800 2nd Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35233 Contact: Kevin Caton Phone: (205) 254-3454

Four Hearts, LLC 3898 Park Lane Bessemer, AL 35022 Contact: Jim Butters Phone: (205) 822-3231

Gustin Tile & Stone, Inc. 875 Elvira Road Helena, AL 35080 Contact: George Gustin Phone: (205) 531-7170

HAVCO Vinyl Siding Supply PO Box 117 Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Susan McGee Phone: (205) 664-8995

Herring Heating and Air Cond.

723 Tarrant Road Gardendale, AL 35071 Contact: Robert Herring Phone: (205) 631-6258

Home Perfection General Contractor P O Box 787 Alabaster, AL 35007 Contact: Bernardo De La Pava Phone: (205) 337-9697

IKO Industries, Inc. 1001 Medinah Drive Calera, AL 35050 Contact: Clay Harbin Phone: (205) 718-1965

Inline Electric Supply Company 140 Commerce Court Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Rhonda King Phone: (205) 982-7511

Integrity Plumbing Co, Inc. 2031 Carraway Lane Birmingham, AL 35235 Contact: Charles R. Eiland Phone: (205) 854-5645

Ivan Leonard Chevrolet, Inc. 1620 Montgomery Hwy. Hoover, AL 35216 Contact: Bill Steinert Phone: (205) 823-5120

J F Day & Company 2820 6th Ave South Birmingham, AL 35233 Contact: Tommy Patton Phone: (205) 966-6313

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James Hardie Building Products

Mainline Heating & Air, Inc.

O M Hughes Insurance Inc.

1827 1st Avenue North, Apt. # 703 Birmingham, AL 35203 Contact: Justine Pieri Phone: (205) 617-8613

3300 Highway 11 Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Kenneth Graves Phone: (205) 664-4751

PO Box 320305 Birmingham, AL 35232 Contact: Mark Hughes Phone: (205) 956-4500

Kenny & Company

Marvin Windows by Dale, Inc.

Parksite

2500 2nd Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35233 Contact: Mary Louise Choate Phone: (205) 323-5616

117 West Park Drive Birmingham, AL 35211 Contact: Jim O’Connor Phone: (205) 942-2032

3201 Seneca Farm Lane Buford, GA 30519 Contact: John O’Driscoll Phone: (678) 300-1255

Land Title Company of Alabama

Mayer Lighting Showroom

PODS of Birmingham, LLC

600 North 20th Street, Suite 100 Birmingham, AL 35203-2601 Contact: Aimee Forbus Phone: (205) 251-2871

3200 3rd Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35222 Contact: Susan Burks Phone: (205) 583-3400

2700 13th Street Ensley, AL 35208 Contact: Ken Pullam Phone: (225) 214-7637

Lansing Building Products

Mikos/Kampakis Insurance Services, Inc.

PrimeLending

2401 24th Street North Birmingham, AL 35234 Contact: Brian Long Phone: (205) 328-1658

1800 International Park, Suite 500 Hoover, AL 35243 Contact: Mike Mikos Phone: (205) 822-7413

160 Main Street, Suite 216 Hoover, AL 35244 Contact: Coralie Jackson Phone: (205) 682-2899

Lawson State Community College

Mobile Attic

Pro Build

1100 9th Avenue SW Bessemer, AL 35022 Contact: Kevin Hitchcock Phone: (205) 929-3488

3500 1st Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35222 Contact: John Smith Phone: (205) 978-1020

3160 Lee Street Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Eric Anderson Phone: (205) 664-2511

Lightstyles Hardware Services

Norandex

Robert F. Henry Tile Co.

3313 Stone Ridge Drive Birmingham, AL 35223 Contact: David Estreicher Phone: (205) 790-4612

5481 Vann Place Birmingham, AL 35235 Contact: Todd Plage Phone: (205) 655-1799

4500 1st Avenue North Birmingham, AL 35222 Contact: Andrew Buchanan Phone: (205) 592-8615

S S L and J Building LLC PO Box 361257 Hoover, AL 35236 Contact: Rayford Smith Phone: (205) 823-4511

Select Granite, Inc. 1350 McCain Pkwy Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Michael Flanagan Phone: (205) 664-1440

Shelving, Etc., LLC 2870 Crestwood Blvd.

Irondale, AL 35210 Contact: Shannon Powell Phone: (205) 951-3224

Southern Stone Design, LLC 117 Cloverdale Drive Alabaster, AL 35007 Contact: John Miller Phone: (205) 685-8441

Southern Window Supply 155 Winslett Rd Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Tim Flynn Phone: (205) 945-9832

Standard Heating & Air Conditioning 520 8th Street South Birmingham, AL 35233 Contact: Bill Holder Phone: (205) 322-2679

Superior Metal Products 116 Citation Court Birmingham, AL 35209 Contact: Charles Uhlich Phone: (205) 945-1200

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Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. P.O. Box 1844 ~ Pelham, Alabama 35124 (205) 621-6621 ~ FAX (205) 663-4777 e-mail: roddysample@bellsouth.net

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