Remodeling Birmingham

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SPRING | SUMMER 2014

DECKING DONE RIGHT

A BIG BEAUTIFUL KITCHEN THE LIST OF BIRMINGHAM’S TOP REMODELERS SEE PAGE 34

THE GREATER BIRMINGHAM ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERS IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ASSOCIATION

SHOW GUIDE – PAGE 23

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Chairman’s Message GBAHB REMODELERS OFFICERS CHAIRMAN Tim Flynn, Southern Window Supply CHAIRMAN ELECT Kelly Watson, Bluestone Building Company SECRETARY CG Covey, Energen TREASURER Elliott Pike, Elm Construction IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR Tom Coan, Case Design/Remodeling AT LARGE Mitch Bradford, Saunders Bradford Wrendon Davis, Davis Plumbing Co., Inc. Zeke Keel Bill Kinnebrew, Homes By Indianwood, Inc.

COMMITTEES COOKOUT George Williams, Precision Homecrafters Fast Pitch Mike Kelley, Counter Dimensions, Inc. PUBLIC RELATIONS Mike McKay, Oak Alley, Inc. GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS Clint Lovette, Lovette Construction

GBAHB SENIOR OFFICERS PRESIDENT Jeremy Wright, Wright Homes VICE PRESIDENT/SECRETARY Rusty Fowler, Fowler Custom Homes TREASURER Kyle Murphy, Murphy Home Builders

WELCOME T FROM TIM FLYNN, GBAHB REMODELERS CHAIRMAN

his issue of Remodel Birmingham is your official guide to the 2014 Building and Remodeling Expo being held March 7-9 at the Pelham Civic Complex.

Sponsored by Alabama Power and Alagasco, this is our 4th annual Expo and nearly 80 building and remodeling professionals will be exhibiting.

Visitors will be introduced to new products and new ideas in building, remodeling and home improvement. The Expo is a great opportunity to get practical advice for your next building or remodeling project from scores of local experts.

Get expert advice from professionals during one or our many seminars.

Topics include: • U niversal Design • S hould I Build or Remodel • 1 0 Things to Consider Before a Kitchen or Bath Remodel • A nd more Our Expo Guide can be found on page 23. It provides show dates, times, highlights and a floor plan of exhibitors. As always, your GBAHBR will be well represented.

In addition, be sure to check out the feature stories in this issue. We visit a stunning kitchen remodel and a home built in the early 1900s that had all of its bathrooms redone. These articles are great examples of the work our members do year in and year out.

And if you’re looking to hire someone for your next project, a complete list of our members can be found on page 34. All of our members are dedicated to assuring your next project is a success. For more information, please visit www.birminghambuilder.com. Good luck and good remodeling.

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT David Estreicher, Style Crest

Tim Flynn, Chairman Greater Birmingham Association of Homebuilders Remodelers Southern Window Supply Company 155 Winslett Road, Pelham, AL 35124 Southern Window Supply Company (205) 945-9832

PAST PRESIDENT Alicia Huey, AGH Homes

GBAHB STAFF EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Matt Morrow MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR & EXPO COORDINATOR Mary Beasley FINANCE DIRECTOR Martina Philpott PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR Lurenda Avery EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Lisa Stringer REMODELERS STAFF LIAISONS Lisa Stringer Lurenda Avery GREATER BIRMINGHAM ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERS (GBAHB) 5000 Grantswood Road, Suite 240 Irondale, AL 3521 Phone: 205-912-7000 Fax: 205-451-0201 www.birminghambuilder.com

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.

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

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

•M embers 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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08 Certified Experts 10 Decking Done Right 14 Building & Remodeling Provides Someting for Everyone

18 Economic Optimism PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF: PRECISION HOMECRAFTERS

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GBAHB REMODELERS CHAIRMAN.................................................................... Tim Flynn STAFF LIAISON........................................................... Lisa Stringer

20 A Timeless Classic 23 The 2014 Building & Remodeling Expo Show Guide

30 A Big, Beautiful Kitchen 33 Member Specialties 34 GBAHB Remodelers Member Directory

STAFF LIAISON....................................................... Lurenda Avery

GBAHB PRESIDENT................................................................... Alicia Huey

4DMI PUBLISHER .................................................................. Kevin Ford EDITOR........................................................................Troy Blewett CREATIVE DIRECTOR ............................................. Chad Becker GRAPHIC DESIGNER .................................... Amanda Hirschfield OPERATIONS DIRECTOR ........................................... Ruth Ford MARKETING DIRECTOR ............................................. John Ford OFFICE MANAGER............................................. Michelle Lovrine ALL PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: LOVETTE CONSTRUCTION

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Certified Experts PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS SET PROFESSIONAL BUILDERS AND REMODELERS APART When 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.

Certified Graduate Builder (CGB)

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) 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.

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.

Master Builder (MB) / Master Remodeler (MR)

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 subcontractor 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.

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.

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GBAHB REMODELERS

Member Designations Alabama Gas Corporation (205) 581-1194 Amy Dunavant, CSP Best Inspections Inc. (205) 229-2428 Bobby Monk, CGB, CGP, GMB Bluestone Building Company (205) 874-1188 Kelly Watson, CGP BMR Homes Inc. (205) 769-9967 Chris Youngs, CAPS, CGP Case Handyman & Remodeling (205) 936-0007 Thomas Coan, CGR Design Build Associates (205) 988-4300 Lee Robertson, CGP HB Thompson Construction Services, Inc. (205) 822-4370 Britt Thompson, CAPS IKO Industries, Inc. (205) 718-1969 Clay Harbin, CAPS Kurtts Construction Inc. (205) 991-5719 George Kurtts, GMB Lawson State Community College (205) 929-3488 Kevin Hitchcock, CGP McKay Building Co. Inc. (205) 980-1718 Bob McKay, CAPS, CGB, CGR Oak Alley Inc. (205) 669-3334 Michael McKay, CAPS, CGR Precision Homecrafters (205) 733-9583 George Williams, CAPS Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. (205) 621-6621 Roddy Sample, CAPS, CGR

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DECKING

BY SHARON GLORIOSO

BY SHARON GLORIOSO

With many options and products to choose from, here are some top decking trends and popular products in the decking world.

Many homeowners consider their backyards and outdoor living areas on their property to be critical parts of their home.

As such, they often spend as much time and money on outdoor living areas as they do on indoor rooms and additions. Large three-season porches, decks and covered patios are turning up on more new homes and remodeling projects.

Depending on where you live, you probably like to spend time outdoors and enjoy the natural atmosphere, fresh air and nice weather. With spring just around the corner, now may be the time to start thinking about adding a new deck to enjoy the nicer weather coming before we know it.

Extending living space to the outdoors, integrating home and landscape, making use of damp or uneven terrain, and giving a contemporary look to a traditionally styled home are just a few of the ways that decks make life a little better. Now that

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the housing market is picking up over the past two years, deck manufacturers and suppliers are expanding the options that they are giving to their customers and consumers are taking advantage of their options.

ADDING VALUE TO YOUR HOME

As far as the decking business is concerned, all options are great and adding a deck to your home tends to add to the value of your house.

According to TimberTech, adding a deck to your home not only adds value to your lifestyle, but it adds value to your home. When you add a deck to your home, you’ll recoup much of your investment when you sell your home. In some areas, the return is more than 100 percent. But when it comes time to decide what type of deck is best for your home, it is ultimately the homeowner’s decision.

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SO MANY OPTIONS

WOOD-PLASTIC COMPOSITE

When deciding what type of deck is best for you and your home, there are many things to consider. For example, if a homeowner decides to build a wood deck, they must keep in mind that all of the wood that is used in the outdoors must be protected against decay and insect attack. On the other hand, a homeowner might choose a composite deck. When considering what materials to use, TimberTech suggests that consider your answers to following questions: • What will the traffic be like?

• How much sun exposure will it get?

• Will your deck be near water or surrounded by water?

• What is your style – traditional, contemporary or country?

• Are you building a new deck or replacing an existing one?

• Will you primarily use it during the day or night or both?

• Is it on a first floor or second floor, or both?

• Is it important to you that the fasteners are hidden?

By answering these basic questions, any good manufacturer can lead you in right direction. Also, they can give you some suggestions of what materials you should use. Here are the three most current common types of decks:

These practical decking options are designed for the valueconscious customer looking for a lifetime of low maintenance.

• Value-priced • Traditional wood-like look • Low Maintenance CAPPED COMPOSITE

Capped with a protective polymer shell with HydroLock™ technology, this plank is resistant to the elements that every deck endures.

• VertiGrain™ surface won’t trap dirt or dust • 25-Year Fade and Stain Warranty • VertiGrain™ pattern mimics real wood look PVC (POLYVINYL CHLORIDE)

PVC engineering guarantees the ultimate in scratch, mildew and stain resistance.

• Flat grain surface texture • Does not require pre-drilling • Scratch Resistant

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Before deciding which type of product to use, homeowners should consider what their goals are and what their budget is. While the composite, Ipe, and PVC deck materials are far superior to the traditional pressure treated material, they are also considerably more expensive.

DECKING TODAY

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According to suppliers, the decking business has gone through an interesting evolution over the years. In the past, what most people wanted was wood decks, with cedar being the most popular. The next trend was composite, which proved to be even more efficient with less maintenance. You don’t have to stain it, it won’t warp like wood, and in general it’s less maintenance. Now the industry wants even more less maintenance options.

“We’ve been using TimberTech to build custom decks and screened in porches for a number of years with great success,” says John Crews of Archadeck of Birmingham.

“When these products were first introduced, people bought them because they would last—not necessarily because they looked good. Now, they last, there are a variety of brands available and they are great looking.”

Most building supply stores offer a variety of products including Trex, Evolve, Wolf Deck products, Evergrain, TimberTech, Ipe and Pressure Treated. Trex is a popular material, which most people are familiar with and Evolve is a decking product that is made of recycled milk jugs.

Many customers view composite decking products as ‘greener.’ They can be recycled and are very low maintenance. Most composites are easy to work with and simple to install.

Fiberon sustainable decking products, for instance, count towards LEED points for recycled content. Earthfriendly and sustainable, Fiberon products are made from locally sourced, discarded wood flour generated from other wood processes and recycled plastic that would normally go to waste.

According to Crews, the options are unlimited.

“Today’s products are available in a wide array of decking profiles, colors, surface textures and finishes,” he says. “The internet is a great place for customers to familiarize themselves with all of the options available.”

Most suppliers will let you take some samples home with you to make sure you like the color that you choose. It is a good idea to take them outside in the morning and in the evening. You will have the deck that you build for a very long time, so you want to make sure that you are happy with the way that it looks.

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Sources For This Article: Archadeck of Birmingham PO Box 13216, Birmingham, AL 35202 Contact: John Crews | (205) 970-0121 | www.birmingham.archadeck.com TimberTech www.TimberTech.com 12 GBAHB Remodel Birmingham • www.birminghambuilder.com

TimberTech boards are covered by a 25-year limited warranty stating that its products will be free from material defects in workmanship and materials, and will not split, splinter, rot or suffer structural damage from termites or fungal decay. In fact, most manufacturers have a limited lifetime warranty against the common problems of composites and wood.

Extending living space to outdoors is just one of many ways that decks make life a little better. Do your homework and find out what type of deck is best for you and your home.

Building and Remodeling Provides Something For Everyone

BY TROY BLEWETT

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The terms “universal design” and “aging-in-place” are often used interchangeably in the building and remodeling industry.

While related, however, they are not the same thing. Agingin-place generally refers to design accommodations that will support the changing needs of homeowners as they advance in age. Universal design, on the other hand, involves the use of products and spaces to their full potential regardless of the occupant’s age or life status.

According to its advocates at the Center for Universal Design at NC State University (see its seven principles of Universal Design on page 16), “Universal Design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design.” Simply put, it involves designing for the lifespan of the home and its occupants. So your home will accommodate you even as your needs change.

“We are seeing more people interested in universal design than ever before,” says Mike McKay, CAPS, CGR, of Oak Alley. “Homeowners are planning to stay in their homes longer and universal design provides features useful for any age group, from young children to mature adults.”

A family with small children might include multi-level countertops in their kitchen and bathroom designs. Active families might include a playroom that can later be converted into a gym or exercise room. A couple in their 40s or 50s might want their new or remodeled floor plan to keep all the living space on the main level. Or, they might want to add a mother-in-law suite for the future. And, finally, “aging-inplace” features like curb-less showers and grab bars in the bathroom might be included if they see themselves living in the home during their retirement years.

“Homeowners already renovating tend to be particularly interested in and receptive to universal design features since they are already making changes,” McKay comments.

“Additionally, products enhancing accessibility have become more attractive and less institutional looking. Whether it’s lever-style door handles, comfort height toilets or lighting options, aesthetics have greatly improved.”

UNIVERSAL DESIGN FEATURES FOR THE BATHROOM

• Zero-threshold showers offer homeowners both easy access and attractive design. Flush with the bathroom floor, they often feature a trench drain to contain water in the shower area.

• A slip-resistant, textured floor can help protect both children and adults against accidents in the shower.

• Grab bars in the tub or shower area or next to the toilet provide safety and support for any user.

• A ledge or seating area on the edge of the bath tub is great for bathing young children who need to be supervised while in the tub or for an adult who needs easy access to the tub.

UNIVERSAL DESIGN FEATURES FOR THE KITCHEN

• Refrigerators, cooling drawers and dishwashers can be built into drawers and cabinets for easier access and enhanced design.

• An induction cooktop offers energy efficiency and improved safety compared to conventional models. Induction stoves do not feature open flames and the surface remains relatively neutral in temperature during cooking.

• Leaving empty space under countertops around the sink or cooking area is valuable for seated access and flexibility.

• A lower or adjustable height countertop and sink can make it easier to use by young children or someone who uses a wheelchair.

• Roll-out shelves and pull-out cabinets make it easier to see and access dishes, pans and other kitchen tools.

UNIVERSAL DESIGN FEATURES FOR THE REST OF THE HOME

• No step entry into the home and its main rooms (no stairs).

• One-story living where the kitchen, bathroom and bedroom are all located on the main level.

• Wider doorways and hallways that make it easier for everyone and everything to pass from one space to the other.

• Better lighting helps everyone, not just those with poor vision.

Sources For This Article: Oak Alley, Inc. PO Box 157, Chelsea, AL 35043 Contact: Mike McKay, CAPS, CGR | (205) 669-3334 www.oakalleydesignbuild.com www.remodelinform.com • GBAHB Remodel Birmingham 15

UNIVERSAL DESIGN The design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design.

The authors, a working group of architects, product designers, engineers and environmental design researchers, collaborated to establish the following Principles of Universal Design to guide a wide range of design disciplines including environments, products, and communications. These seven principles may be applied to evaluate existing designs, guide the design process and educate both designers and consumers about the characteristics of more usable products and environments.

PRINCIPLE ONE: Equitable Use

The design is useful and marketable to people with diverse abilities.

Guidelines: 1a. Provide the same means of use for all users: identical whenever possible; equivalent when not.

1b. Avoid segregating or stigmatizing any users.

1c. Provisions for privacy, security, and safety should be equally available to all users.

1d. Make the design appealing to all users.

PRINCIPLE TWO: Flexibility in Use

The design accommodates a wide range of individual preferences and abilities.

Guidelines: 2a. Provide choice in methods of use.

2b. Accommodate right- or left-handed access and use.

2c. Facilitate the user’s accuracy and precision.

2d. Provide adaptability to the user’s pace.

PRINCIPLE THREE: Simple and Intuitive Use

Use of the design is easy to understand, regardless of the user’s experience, knowledge, language skills, or current concentration level.

Guidelines: 3a. Eliminate unnecessary complexity.

3b. Be consistent with user expectations and intuition.

3c. Accommodate a wide range of literacy and language skills.

3d. Arrange information consistent with its importance.

3e. Provide effective prompting and feedback during and after task completion.

PRINCIPLE FOUR: Perceptible Information

The design communicates necessary information effectively to the user, regardless of ambient conditions or the user’s sensory abilities.

Guidelines: 4a. Use different modes (pictorial, verbal, tactile) for redundant presentation of essential information.

4b. Provide adequate contrast between essential information and its surroundings.

4c. Maximize “legibility” of essential information.

4d. Differentiate elements in ways that can be described (i.e., make it easy to give instructions or directions).

4e. Provide compatibility with a variety of techniques or devices used by people with sensory limitations.

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PRINCIPLE FIVE: Tolerance for Error

The design minimizes hazards and the adverse consequences of accidental or unintended actions.

Guidelines: 5a. Arrange elements to minimize hazards and errors: most used elements, most accessible; hazardous elements eliminated, isolated, or shielded.

5b. Provide warnings of hazards and errors.

5c. Provide fail safe features.

5d. Discourage unconscious action in tasks that require vigilance.

PRINCIPLE SIX: Low Physical Effort

The design can be used efficiently and comfortably and with a minimum of fatigue.

Guidelines: 6a. Allow user to maintain a neutral body position.

6b. Use reasonable operating forces.

6c. Minimize repetitive actions.

6d. Minimize sustained physical effort.

PRINCIPLE SEVEN: Size and Space for Approach and Use

Appropriate size and space is provided for approach, reach, manipulation, and use regardless of user’s body size, posture, or mobility.

Guidelines: 7a. Provide a clear line of sight to important elements for any seated or standing user.

7b. Make reach to all components comfortable for any seated or standing user.

7c. Accommodate variations in hand and grip size.

7d. Provide adequate space for the use of assistive devices or personal assistance.

Note: The Principles of Universal Design address only universally usable design, while the practice of design involves more than consideration for usability. Designers must also incorporate other considerations such as economic, engineering, cultural, gender, and environmental concerns in their design processes. These Principles offer designers guidance to better integrate features that meet the needs of as many users as possible.

Copyright 1997 NC State University, The Center for Universal Design Compiled by advocates of universal design, listed in alphabetical order: Bettye Rose Connell, Mike Jones, Ron Mace, Jim Mueller, Abir Mullick, Elaine Ostroff, Jon Sanford, Ed Steinfeld, Molly Story, and Gregg Vanderheiden.

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Economic Optimism

BY LORRAINE HART, PRESIDENT, IDEAL CONSULTING SERVICES, INC.

Fortunately for all of us, the economy is on the road to recovery. In some areas of the county, the recovery is further along than other areas. Although the rate of recovery varies from region to region, we are seeing improvements throughout the country. The common element is that the economy is improving.

Latest economic news reports that unemployment is down to the lowest point it has been in the last five years. This is partly the result of more jobs being created, not simply people giving up and dropping out of the work force. Economists have tied the economic recovery to the sustained growth in the housing market, citing the housing market as one of the main drivers of the economic recovery.

What does this mean for you? Depending on where you are in the home ownership cycle, it may mean something different for each of you. For pre-home owners, it offers a sense of promise that home ownership can be a reality. For homeowners with the need to expand or upgrade, this may signal the time to sell and move on to a larger home, or it may be the time to create that extension you have been hoping for. For those with changing needs due to maturing children, it offers opportunities for downsizing or converting a larger home to accommodate returning young adults.

Whether you fit one of the three categories mentioned above or are somewhere in between, you can be optimistic that there are and will continue to be opportunities to enhance your home and lifestyle.

“There does seem to be some renewed interest in remodeling projects over the past few months in our area,” says Tom Coan, CGR and president of Case Design/ Remodeling in Birmingham. “Customers are, however, a lot more thoughtful and discerning than they were in the past. I think the relationship between categories of projects—baths, kitchen, additions, etc.—is about the same, but people are paying more attention to how much they are spending and whether or not it will give them a return on their investment.”

Many of the scenarios above may lead to remodeling or renovating your home. Whether you buy for the first time or move up to a larger house, it is often the case that the new house will need enhancements to fully satisfy the changing needs of you and your family. For those of you who choose to remain in your existing home, there are many options including extensions, room additions or re-configurations of the space within the house. It is never too soon to start to build in universal design or “aging in place” options that will allow you to continue to stay in your home for the foreseeable future.

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With the improvements in the economy you can now be more confident that your investments will pay off. They will pay off by giving you what you need and want for the immediate future, and they will pay off when the time comes to sell.

EDITOR’S NOTE:

Lorraine Hart is the president of Ideal Consulting Services, a consulting firm with offices in NY, Texas and Florida. Lorraine is a past president of the NYC, Long Island Chapter of NARI. Ideal Consulting Services is a National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) National member and a member of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

Sources For This Article: Case Design/Remodeling 4220 Cahaba Heights Court, Suite 116 Birmingham, AL 35243 Contact: Tom Coan, CGR | (205) 968-6000 CaseBham.com

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A Timeless Classic

First built in 1929, the English Tudor-style cottage D.A. Tynes and her husband purchased 23 years ago was the right home for them at the time.

Her husband was raised in the area, literally a block away, and they wanted to come back to the neighborhood.

Over the years, as their needs changed and their family grew, they have done a series of remodels. An interior designer herself, D.A. had been thinking about making the home’s four bathrooms her next project, when a series of issues in each bathroom made the project more time sensitive.

“I wanted to remodel the bathrooms anyway, but a hole in one of the shower pans worked in my favor,” she chuckles.

“If we were going to have to deal with a series of issues, I figured we might as well deal with them all at once.”

So with the goal of the project to update the bathrooms and still make them look like part of the home’s original design, D.A. got started.

IDEAS FOR THE PROJECT

One might think it would be easy for an interior designer to come up with ideas for her own remodeling project, but according to D.A., it was a bit more difficult.

“It’s really hard for a designer to do her own house because there are so many neat things you see every day when you are doing projects for other people,” she says. “You actually have to reel yourself in a bit. I would say to myself, ‘ok, I love these things, but what’s going to be the most appropriate for my situation.’”

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“I tend to shy away from trendy ideas,” D.A. comments. “My style is probably described as timeless.

Especially given the age of my own home, I can’t just put in what’s trendy and pull it off.”

In the end, she focused on a consistent look for all four bathrooms (three already completed and the fourth now underway). White Carrara marble tile, countertops and backsplashes with dark vanities offer a classic feel.

Bathtubs were removed in favor of tiled shower stalls to meet the needs of teenage children. And niches for towels and toiletries were designed into each room.

“I really like niches because they provide a place to put important things,” says D.A. “Closets tend to be black holes for a bunch of stuff you don’t need.”

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To differentiate the room’s designs, D.A. focused on using a different grid pattern for the floor tile. Floor plans were also adjusted to make the sinks/vanities the focal points of each bathroom.

and reframe the flooring, walls and ceilings.”

The result of the project is that all of the bathrooms in the home combine modern amenities with the timeless look of the original home’s style.

PROJECT CHALLENGES

SELECTING HER CONTRACTOR

Every remodeling project has its challenges, especially when the original home is 85 years old. All of the bathrooms were gutted and the plumbing and electrical were redone.

“A unique part of this project involved leveling all the floors and making sure the walls were plumb,” says Clint Lovette, CGR, of Lovette Construction in Birmingham. “Homes settle, of course, and in houses this age, contractors often made the walls plumb with plaster work. So we had to go in

D.A. did not have to look far to choose the right contractor for her project. She was working with Lovette Construction on one of her client’s projects and was very impressed.

“I fell in love with the team at Lovette,” she says. “They are very easy to work with and they are always looking out for the next guy. And you don’t find that in most companies anymore,” she stresses.

“We had already established a nice working relationship,” Clint adds, “and

that’s so important for a project to be successful.”

ADVICE TO OTHER HOMEOWNERS

According to D.A., one of the keys to surviving any renovation is being flexible, especially if you have an older home.

“You have to be willing to put up with a little chaos and be willing to live in the middle of it,” she says, “knowing that at the end of the project, it’s going to be so much better. There are bound to be bumps in the road, but they always work out for the best.”

Sources For This Article: Lovette Construction 133 West Oxmoor Road, Suite 221 Birmingham, AL 35209 Contact: Clint Lovette, CGR | (205) 401-2488 www.lovetteconstruction.com

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Three days of remodeling ideas and products under one roof.

Hours Friday: 10AM-7PM Saturday: 10AM-7PM Sunday: 11AM-5PM

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Chairman’s Message The eagerly anticipated Building & Remodeling Expo, held annually at the Pelham Civic Center, is here at last. The three day event, March 7th – 9th, is hosted by the Greater Birmingham Association of Home Builders and will showcase some of our most resourceful and professional builders, remodelers and associate members.

Whether you are thinking of building a new home, adding onto an existing home or simply rejuvenating an outdated décor, you are sure to find exactly what you’re looking for during your visit. The Building and Remodeling Expo provides an opportunity to see the latest in design trends and to meet the building and remodeling professionals who can make your dream home a reality. A wealth of industry experts will also be in attendance to provide advice on various subjects regarding building, remodeling and protecting your most valuable asset, your home.

Spring always seems like the perfect time to start some long anticipated projects around the home, so the timing for the Expo could not be better. From the roof to the basement, and everywhere in between, you’ll find just what you were looking for before you leave. There will be food samples, give-a-ways and door prizes making it a fun event for all. We hope you will join us and look forward to seeing you there.

Susan Taylor General Manager Mr. Bugg’s Pest Patrol, Inc. GBAHB 2014 Associates Council Chairman

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The Building & Remodeling Expo wishes to thank the Associates Council for contributing their time and effort to make this year’s expo possible:

Merry Margaret Coggins, Cosentino USA Melissa Morse DeCarlo, Aliant Bank Construction Division Erin Dunavant, SWAG Home Staging & Design David Estreicher, Style Crest Chad Garretson, Alabama Power Company Harry Holder, Jenkins Brick and Tile Shannon Humenansky, Innovative Surfaces, LLC Steve Lester, Cary Insulation Company Susan McGee, Alside Supply Center #259 Brian Powers, Weyerhaeuser/Trus Joist Mary Steadman, Land Title Company of Alabama 2014 Co-Chair

Susan Taylor, Mr. Bugg’s Pest Patrol Inc. 2014 Chairman

Barry Tidwell, Classic Closets, LLC Perry Tillman, Alagasco Woody Woodfin, Home Mortgage of America, Inc.

Celebrating Our 4th Year!

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Booth Layout

Participating Passport Sponsor booths are highlighted in Lime Green on the Exhibit Floor map. Visit all the highlighted booths and have a representative stamp your passport for chance to win an I Pad. 26 GBAHB Remodel Birmingham • www.birminghambuilder.com

List of Exhibitors A.J. Homes, Inc.................................. 61; 62

Culligan Water Conditioning, Inc.............10

Mr. Bugg’s Pest Patrol Inc................ 67; 68

Academy Mortgage...................................25

Curtis White Companies, Inc......................6

Murphy Home Builders, LLC.....................71

Acme Brick....................................... 41; 42

Door Exchange.................................. 69; 70

Natural Effects Landscaping...................27

Adams Homes LLC............................ 46; 47

Drake Homes............................................59

New Bath of Alabama..............................22

Alabama Brick Delivery................. 112; 113

Durante Windows and Siding.... 114; 115; 116; 117; 118; 119

Pella Windows & Doors............................35

Alabama Foundation Specialist...... 104; 73 Alabama Power Company...... 17; 18; 19; 20

EnergyGuard..........................................101

Precision Homecrafters, LLC........... 88; 89 Price Homes, LLC.....................................81

Alabama Professional Services, Inc...... 2; 3

Fargason Building Corporation, Inc................................ 23; 24

Pro Forma Title, Inc........................... 48; 49

Alabama ReBath............................... 43; 44

FBC Mortgage, LLC...................................52

Riverchase Flooring Center, Inc........ 63; 64

Alagasco..................................................40

Gadsden Lighting Showroom, Inc...... 97; 98

Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc.........66

AllSouth Appliance Group Inc...................5

GeoStone Hardscape..............................120

RSU Contractors.....................................107

Archadeck of Birmingham......................65

Sherwin Williams Company......................58

Backyard Paradise.................................121

Greater Birmingham Habitat for Humanity..................Tabletop H

Banks Home Building..............................96

Gutter Helmet Systems of Alabama.........78

Siano Appliance Distributors, Inc.......................... 31; 32; 33

Bath Fitter......................................... 79; 80

Holcombe Doors & Windows.............. 85; 86

Signature Homes......................................99

Blinds For Less..........................................4

HomeLift, Inc..........................................105

Southern Bath & Kitchen................. 94; 95

BMR Homes, Inc.......................................53

HomeTown Mortgage Services, Inc.........100

Southern Clay Brick Co............................51

Boral Bricks Inc........................................82

Inline Lighting and Electric......................87

Space Cadets...........................................37

Brian’s Flooring & Design........................26

Innovative Surfaces, LLC................... 74; 75

Surface Art Systems, LLC.......................122

Cabinet Creations............................. 28; 29

JayWall.....................................................50

Thomasino Door & Window, Inc................11

Cahaba Glass Company, LLC................103

Keystone Consulting & Design, LLC.......102

Two Men and a Truck...............................83

CASE Design/Remodeling................. 38; 39

Leafguard of Alabama...........................106

Verizon Wireless.......................................21

Champion Window Co. of Birmingham, LLC.......................... 92; 93

Liberty Park Joint Venture, LLP.................84

Vulcan Termite & Pest Control Inc................................. 90; 91

Classic Closets, LLC.................................45

Lovette Construction........................... 8; 9

Construction & Management Solutions, LLC..........................................30

McKay Building Company, Inc..................1

Counter Dimensions, Inc................. 56; 57

Metro Mechanical Heating & Air Conditioning............................. 76; 77

Creative Cabinets and Design...................7

Mold & Mildew Solutions..........................72

Lighting Concepts...................................12

Wayne’s Environmental Services, Inc...................................... 54; 55 Webb Concrete and Building Materials...................................60 Wright Homes, Inc....................... 13; 14; 15

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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 8, 2014 11:45 – 12:30 | Universal Design – Jewel McKay- McKay Building Company Tips for modifying an existing home or designing a new home so it can become your home for a lifetime. Planning process for your project and sample modifications for each area of your home.

1:00 – 1:45 | “Should I Worry About Mold in My Home?”

– Lee Ramey, Mold & Mildew Solutions Practical, Common Sense Approach and Solutions to a scary subject. A scientifically based, but engaging with humor quick primer on what is mold, how does it get there, how to remove it safely and how to prevent future re-occurrence so you can help protect yourself and your family.

2:00 – 2:45 | How to Design and Budget for a Kitchen Remodel – George Williams, Precision HomeCrafters The first question most homeowners have when considering a kitchen remodel is “How much will it cost?” Learn how design choices impact budget.

3:00 – 3:45 | What is Houzz.com and How it can Benefit Every Homeowner – Susan McGee, Counter Dimensions A quick talk about how to sign up Houzz, what it is all about, how to navigate, how to find local professionals and the benefits for every homeowner.

Sunday, March 9, 2014 12:30 - 1:15 | Should I Remodel or Move: Things to Consider – George Williams, Precision Homecrafters Will you recoup the investment from remodeling?

Is the cost of moving worth it? Most people will have to answer these questions at least 3 times in life. Get valuable Insight to help you make these tough decisions.

2:00 - 2:45 | 10 Things To Consider Before a Kitchen or Bath Remodel – Susan McGee, Counter Dimensions There are so many things to consider when preparing for a Kitchen or Bath renovation. Learn the top 10 things for each that will help with the process and ease some worries.

3:00 - 3:45 | “Should I Worry About Mold in My Home?”

– Lee Ramey, Mold & Mildew Solutions Practical, Common Sense Approach and Solutions to a scary subject. A scientifically based, but engaging with humor quick primer on what is mold, how does it get there, how to remove it safely and how to prevent future re-occurrence so you can help protect yourself and your family.

The 2014 Building & Remodeling Expo is Sponsored by:

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co mpan y pro fi l e ACME Brick & Tile Company (Formerly Jenkins Brick) Birmingham, AL

Remodeling your home is fun and exciting. It can also be a bit overwhelming. That’s why at ACME Brick & Tile Company, we combine a wide, in-stock selection with design services by our experienced, knowledgeable staff.

This creates a design atmosphere that removes the guesswork and gives you peace of mind.

NEWLY EXPANDED SELECTION At ACME, our tile and stone showroom is built around what customers really want. We offer a large selection of ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, glass and mosaic tile. You can also select from a wide variety of natural stone solid surface and quartz countertops. We are very excited to offer premiere hardwood flooring. Samples of handscraped solids and engineered woods are available in our showroom. Our recently renovated showroom features floor vignettes that allow you to see your tile selections as they will actually look in your home.

DESIGN PROFESSIONALS Finding beautiful tile that you love is easy. Making sure you are choosing the right tile for your particular job is a little more complicated. Our design professionals have designed hundreds of projects. You’ll leave our showroom with a detailed installation plan suited to your preferences and an estimate of costs.

MANY ITEMS IN STOCK Once you have a detailed plan, you’re ready to start your project. At ACME Brick & Tile Company, many of our items are in stock. Special order items usually take 2-3 weeks to arrive. We also offer Birmingham’s largest selection of brick—perfect for new construction or matching existing brick for a remodeling project.

ACME Brick & Tile Company 2299 Pelham Parkway, Pelham, AL 35124 205-988-3913 | www.brick.com

Express Your Style

For your remodel or building project, come check out the latest trends and vast selections of our unique tile, granite, cultured stone, custom limestone, indoor/ outdoor fireplaces, pavers and our great brick choices. Get the latest advice on material selection, installation and concepts.

205.988.3913 2299 Pelham Parkway On the corner of HWY 31 & HWY 119

A BIG BEAUTIFUL

Homeowners Cathie and John built their Williamsburg-style colonial in 1979 and eventually raised their three children in it. After more than 30 years, they decided it was time for a new kitchen, so they demolished the existing kitchen down to the subfloor in order to create the kitchen of their dreams.

“My wife wanted a new kitchen with a big island and the original space just wasn’t large enough to accommodate one,” says John. “So the new design was 5-1/2 feet wider and eight feet longer to give us the room we needed.”

Cathie had some pretty firm ideas about what she wanted and she worked with her close friend Cindy Bartlett, of Bartlett Interiors in Vestavia, to bring them to fruition.

Working together, they came up with a country, French-style look for the new kitchen. In fact, they spent approximately a

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year collecting information and touring homes in Birmingham to firm up the ideas that would drive the renovation. The results are nothing less than stunning.

THE RENOVATED SPACE

One end of the kitchen, facing the backyard, opens up into a dining room and sitting area. Surrounded by large, beautiful Marvin windows, a large oval English reproduction table seats six comfortably. The space is defined by flowing draperies and an oriental rug.

Facing back toward the kitchen, running along the right perimeter wall, is a large section of blue baha granite on top of polar white custom cabinets. This section contains the sink, dishwasher and commercial-grade 48” Wolf range

KITCHEN

and dual oven. A window above the sink is flanked by glass door cabinets with a large range hood to the left. All of the cabinetry was custom built by the Appleseed Workshop in Birmingham.

Turning the corner to the left is a Sub-Zero refrigerator hidden by a wooden panel. In fact, all of the commercial appliances used in the kitchen can accommodate a wooden panel. Next to the refrigerator, top to bottom, is a two-shelf cabinet with swinging doors, a Wolf microwave, a space with a 25’ deep blue baha countertop, a convection steam oven and a warming drawer. Next to that is a full-length pantry, again with a cabinet front.

BY TROY BLEWETT

The back entryway leads to the garage. Coming back into the space is a full-length pantry with sliding pocket door.

Across the walk-way on the other side of the kitchen is a wet bar with an American walnut countertop with sink on top of a large two-shelf cabinet. There is also a floor-to-ceiling wine cooler that holds 144 bottles of wine and offers temperature control for both red and white wines. Next to it is a full-size Sub-Zero freezer with cabinet panel.

A 54” peninsula separates the kitchen from the den and family room. Also featuring a solid walnut counter, it creates a large opening between the spaces that lets guests in the living space talk to people in the kitchen.

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PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: PRECISION HOMECRAFTERS, LLC

“Once you come across that opening, there’s a French antique piece against the wall that completes the perimeter,” says John. “Then, in the center of it all, sits a huge island that is 65” wide and 98” long. It might weigh 1,000 pounds,” he comments.

The furniture-quality base is made from American walnut and topped with river white granite. Featuring a rounded lip, it seats four and also contains a prep sink for the cook.

Ten foot ceilings that are coffered, hard wood floors and custom fabrics complete the look and feel of this amazing kitchen remodel.

“This space is really a work of art,” John says. “We love the new kitchen. It’s really opened up our home and it’s exactly what we wanted. The project far exceeds our expectations.”

HIRING YOUR CONTRACTOR

Cathie and John found their contractor, Precision Homecrafters, via a referral. “George [Williams, president] had done some work for a friend of ours,” John says. “We knew this was going to be a unique project and we wanted a contractor with a good track record and a solid reputation.”

“Ultimately, Neil McDonald, the project manager for Precision Homecrafters, really drove the success of the project. It was probably his worst nightmare having a retired person at home all the time,” chuckles John, “but we made it work.”

Importantly, John shares this advice with other homeowners considering a renovation: “While cost is important, don’t just hire the least expensive firm. Hire someone who has experience doing the type of work you want to have done,” he says. “A major renovation is a large investment, and you want the best job possible.”

Sources For This Article: Precision Homecrafters, LLC 1215 Lake Forest Circle Birmingham, AL 35244 Contact: George Williams, CAPS, CGR, CGP Phone: (205) 733-9583 www.precisionhomecrafter.com

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GBAHBR Member Specialties CONTRACTORS Additions CASE Design/Remodeling ................................................ 205-968-6000 Lovette Construction.......................................................... 205-401-2488 McKay Building Co............................................................ 205-980-1718 Oak Alley, Inc..................................................................... 205-669-3334 Precision Homecrafters, LLC............................................. 205-733-9583 Bathroom Cabinets Counter Dimensions, Inc.................................................... 205-664-3587 Bathroom Remodeling CASE Design/Remodeling ................................................ 205-968-6000 Lovette Construction.......................................................... 205-401-2488 McKay Building Co............................................................ 205-980-1718 Oak Alley, Inc..................................................................... 205-669-3334 Precision Homecrafters, LLC............................................. 205-733-9583

SPRING/SUMMER 2014

Cabinets Counter Dimensions, Inc.................................................... 205-664-3587 Don’s Carpet One.............................................................. 205-655-8777 Carpet & Flooring Don’s Carpet One.............................................................. 205-655-8777 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 Acme Brick........................................................................ 205-988-3913 Don’s Carpet One.............................................................. 205-655-8777

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

Countertops Acme Brick........................................................................ 205-988-3913 Counter Dimensions, Inc.................................................... 205-664-3587

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

Decks & Porches Archadeck of Birmingham ................................................. 205-970-0121

Decks & Porches McKay Building Co............................................................ 205-980-1718 Precision Homecrafters, LLC............................................. 205-733-9583

Flooring Acme Brick........................................................................ 205-988-3913

Design/Build Lovette Construction.......................................................... 205-401-2488 McKay Building Co............................................................ 205-980-1718 Oak Alley, Inc..................................................................... 205-669-3334 Precision Homecrafters, LLC............................................. 205-733-9583 Handyman Services CASE Design/Remodeling ................................................ 205-968-6000 Kitchen Cabinets Counter Dimensions, Inc.................................................... 205-664-3587 Kitchen Remodeling CASE Design/Remodeling ................................................ 205-968-6000 Lovette Construction.......................................................... 205-401-2488 McKay Building Co............................................................ 205-980-1718 Oak Alley, Inc..................................................................... 205-669-3334 Precision Homecrafters, LLC............................................. 205-733-9583 Porch & Patio Enclosures Precision Homecrafters, LLC............................................. 205-733-9583 Remodelers/ General Contractors CASE Design/Remodeling ................................................ 205-968-6000 Lovette Construction.......................................................... 205-401-2488 McKay Building Co............................................................ 205-980-1718 Oak Alley, Inc..................................................................... 205-669-3334 Precision Homecrafters, LLC............................................. 205-733-9583 Universal Design/Accessibilty McKay Building Co............................................................ 205-980-1718 Precision Homecrafters, LLC............................................. 205-733-9583 Whole House Renovation Lovette Construction.......................................................... 205-401-2488 McKay Building Co............................................................ 205-980-1718 Oak Alley, Inc..................................................................... 205-669-3334 Precision Homecrafters, LLC............................................. 205-733-9583

Heating & Cooling (HVAC) Alagasco........................................................................... 334-241-4238 Southern Bath & Kitchen................................................... 205-581-3222 Kitchen and Bath Showroom Counter Dimensions, Inc.................................................... 205-664-3587 Kitchen Cabinets Counter Dimensions, Inc.................................................... 205-664-3587 Lighting Showroom Lighting Concepts.............................................................. 205-655-7285 Marble Tile Acme Brick........................................................................ 205-988-3913 Don’s Carpet One.............................................................. 205-655-8777 Mirrors Cahaba Glass Company ................................................... 205-621-7355 Outdoor Living Archadeck of Birmingham ................................................. 205-970-0121 Plumbing Southern Bath & Kitchen................................................... 205-581-3222 Plumbing Fixtures Southern Bath & Kitchen................................................... 205-581-3222 Plumbing Showroom Southern Bath & Kitchen................................................... 205-581-3222 Porch & Patio Enclosures Archadeck of Birmingham ................................................. 205-970-0121 Shades Blinds for Less................................................................... 205-612-6002 Shower Doors-Glass Cahaba Glass Company ................................................... 205-621-7355 Shower Enclosures-Glass Cahaba Glass Company ................................................... 205-621-7355

SUPPLIERS & MANUFACTURERS

Shutters Blinds for Less................................................................... 205-612-6002

Appliances Alagasco........................................................................... 334-241-4238 AllSouth Appliances Group................................................ 205-942-0408 Southern Bath & Kitchen................................................... 205-581-3222

Sunrooms Archadeck of Birmingham ................................................. 205-970-0121

Blinds Blinds for Less................................................................... 205-612-6002

Windows & Doors Southern Window Supply Company................................... 205-945-9832

Utilities Alagasco........................................................................... 334-241-4238

Bricks & Pavers Acme Brick........................................................................ 205-988-3913

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GBAHB Remodelers

SPRING/SUMMER 2014

Membership Directory CONTRACTORS Al Foster Construction Company 3108 Starview Circle Birmingham, AL 35243 Al Foster | (205) 969-2536

Alabama Professional Services, Inc. C/O GBAA Birmingham, AL 35211 Mike Phillips | (205) 951-9717

Appleseed Workshop, LLC

CG Canter, Jr. and Associates, Inc.

Harris Coggin Building Company

P O Box 361303 Birmingham, AL 35236 Bud Canter | (205) 369-4309

2028 Kentucky Avenue, Suite 203 Birmingham, AL 35216 Tommy Coggin | (205) 368-1671

Champion Window Co. of Birmingham, LLC

Historical Home Crafters, Inc

309 H Cahaba Valley Pkwy.

Pelham, AL 35124 David Sanders | (205) 444-0096

Construction & Management Solutions, LLC

409 Richard Arrington Jr., Blvd. South Birmingham, AL 35233 Mike Gibson | (205) 789-1518

1919 Oxmoor Road, #252 Birmingham, AL 35209 T. Blake Mizerany | (205) 877-3475

Baugher, Inc.

Cross Construction LLC

P O Box 190483 Birmingham, AL 35219 Rob Baugher | (205) 870-8572

2204 Country Ridge Way Birmingham, AL 35243 Andrew Cross | (205) 967-7857

Best Inspections

Curtis White Companies, Inc

P O Box 441 Springville, AL 35146 Bobby Monk | (205) 467-3062

8132 Parkway Drive Leeds, AL 35094 Joe White | (205) 699-2283

Bluestone Building, LLC

D F Hughes Construction Inc.

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

PO Box 382904 Birmingham, AL 35238 D.F. Hughes | (205) 271-8120

BMR Homes, Inc.

Day Star Construction Inc

901 Columbiana Road Birmingham, AL 35209 Chris Youngs | (205) 769-9967

4005 2nd Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35222 Stephen Dorsky | (205) 591-0751

Buck Creek Construction

Disaster Restoration DKI

P O Box 338 Alabaster, AL 35007 Chris Williams | (205) 545-6755

1915 Courson Court Leeds, AL 35094 Ken Pate | (205) 699-5932

Eddleman Properties, Inc. 2700 Highway 280, Suite 425 Birmingham, AL 35223 Doug Eddleman | (205) 871-9755

ELM Construction, LLC

Case Design/Remodeling 4220 Cahaba Heights Court, Suite 116 Birmingham, AL 35243 Contact: Tom Coan, CGR Phone: (205) 968-6000 Email: Tom@CaseBham.com Web: CaseBham.com

4032 North Cahaba Drive Birmingham, AL 35243 Elliott Pike | (205) 368-3109

932 Copena Drive Pelham, AL 35124 James Wagnon | (205) 991-9694

Home Maintenance Associates Inc 4000 Eagle Point Corporate Drive Birmingham, AL 35242 Eddie Dorough | (205) 956-1820

The Home Remodeling Group, LLC 2467 Huntington Glen Drive Birmingham, AL 35226 Rob MacKercher | (205) 639-9252

Homes By Indianwood, Inc.

Lovette Construction

133 West Oxmoor Road Suite 221 Birmingham, AL 35209 Contact: Clint Lovette Phone: (205) 401-2488 Fax: (205) 912-7006 www.lovetteconstruction.com

2116 Old Montgomery Hwy Pelham, AL 35124 Bill Kinnebrew | (205) 369-4541

Initial Builders, Inc. 1077 Commercial Circle Pelham, AL 35124 Wesley C. Wyatt | (205) 988-9466

Jones & Jones, Inc. 1120 Canoe Creek Road Springville, AL 35146 Walter Jones | (205) 467-6404

Kitchen Potential, Inc. 2819 Central Ave. Birmingham, AL 35209 Michael Schuster | (205) 870-8467

Kurtts Construction Inc. Post Office Box 380067 Birmingham, AL 35238-0067 George Kurtts | (205) 991-5719

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

Lovette Construction provides quality remodeling services throughout the Birmingham, Alabama market. We recognize that each client, budget and project is unique and deserves the focused attention of all our team members. Our business is built around long term relationships with clients who rely on our expertise for their home renovations, no matter the size of their project.

Foundation Repairs & Home Improvement, Inc. 500 North 13th Street Bessemer, AL 35020 Steve McBride | (205) 426-2770

Franks Building Company, Inc. P O Box 130834 Birmingham, AL 35213 Chris Franks | (205) 966-6917

Gibson & Anderson Construction, Inc. 2539 Rocky Ridge Road Birmingham, AL 35243 Earl Gibson | (205) 823-7714

Grace Klein Construction, Inc 1678 Montgomery Hwy, Suite #104 Vestavia, AL 35216 Jason Waltman | (205) 390-2211

Greater Birmingham Habitat for Humanity Our team of design and construction professionals provides you with award-winning design, build quality and customer service. Our proven process and client service orientation assure an enjoyable experience with beautiful, highvalue results.

P O Box 540 Fairfield, AL 35064 Johnny Roberts | (205) 780-1234

H. B. Thompson Construction Services, Inc 1916 Wisterwood Drive Hoover, AL 35226 Britt Thompson | (205) 965-9758

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Richardson & Associates Construction, LLC

120 Woodmont Drive Homewood, AL 35209 Christopher Toenes | (205) 871-2743 232 Portsouth Lane Alabaster, AL 35007 Mike Carden, CGR | (205) 967-2570

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

11X Remodeling Excellence Award Winner

Mike Roberts Construction 137 West Glenwood Drive Homewood, AL 35209 Mike Roberts | (205) 901-9301

Newport Builders, LLC 5800 7th Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35212 Marshall Newport | (205) 807-4757

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P O Box 157 Chelsea, AL 35043 Contact: Michael McKay, CAPS, CGR Phone: (205) 669-3334 www.oakalleydesignbuild.com

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

RK Nelson Construction, LLC 3905 Woodhaven Road Hoover, AL 35244 Rick Nelson | (205) 370-3110

Roddy O. Sample & Associates, Inc. P.O. Box 1844 Pelham, AL 35124 Roddy Sample | (205) 621-6621

RSU Contractors 1116 20th Street South, #108 Birmingham, AL 35205 Jeremy Nix | (205) 352-4100

Healthy change and renewal is essential to maximizing the potential of the lives we live. A nice outfit, a clean car, a delicious meal with good friends all give a sense of well-being and joy for life. A welldesigned room can give an even deeper sense of lasting comfort and peace. Make an investment in your home, where you, your family and guests are happy to spend that most precious asset – quality time shared. Contact Oak Alley, Alabama’s 2005 Remodeler of the Year, a design-build leader in South Jefferson/North Shelby area.

Pardue Building Company, LLC 9 Office Park Circle, Suite 201 Birmingham, AL 35223 Billy Pardue | (205) 870-1636

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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

Russell Building Co., Inc. 4100 Autumn Lane, Suite 100 Birmingham, AL 35243 Keith Russell | (205) 967-6878

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

6 Office Park Circle, Suite 100 Birmingham, AL 35223 Cleve Shearer | (205) 229-1104

Sparks Building Company P O Box 130907 Birmingham, AL 35213 Brad Sparks | (205) 281-7316

Sterling Companies LLC 820 Shades Creek Parkway, Suite 2300 Birmingham, AL 35209 Ingram Tynes | (205) 877-3199

Steve McGuire Construction Co., Inc. PO Box 130968 Birmingham, AL 35213 Patrick McGuire | (205) 595-2355

Structures, Inc. P.O. Box 627 Helena, AL 35080 Erica Neel | (205) 663-4252

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

Twin Construction, Inc. P.O. Box 59611 Birmingham, AL 35259 David Siegel | (205) 802-3920

Saunders & Bradford, LLC 4100 Autumn Lane, #108 Vestavia, AL 35243 Mitch Bradford | (205) 871-1717

Scholl Construction, Inc. 302 Norwick Lane Alabaster, AL 35007 Robert Scholl | (205) 368-1369

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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.

NYC/LI NARI 631.673.6274 www.nari-ny.org

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4352 Morningside Drive Helena, AL 35080 Jason Richardson | (205) 382-1949

Shearer Building Co., Inc.

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. www.remodelinform.com • GBAHB Remodel Birmingham 35

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Alabama Power Company

P O Box 660851 Birmingham, AL 35266 Jason Hale | (205) 516-0552

C/O GBAA Birmingham, AL 35210 Alicia Vincent | (205) 226-1443

Wyatt Building Corp. Inc.

Alabama Stoneworks, Inc.

1077 Commerce Circle Pelham, AL 35124 Randy Wyatt | (205) 988-9466

3000 5th Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35233 Trent Barron | (205) 337-4629

SUPPLIERS & MANUFACTURERS

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

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Archadeck of Birmingham

PO Box 13216 Birmingham, AL 35202 Contact: John Crews Phone: (205) 970-0121 www.birmingham.archadeck.com

4th Dimension Media, Inc. W298 N1004 St. James Way Waukesha, WI 53188 Kevin Ford | (262) 646-6325

84 Lumber 1805 4th Avenue SW Bessemer, AL 35020 Donnie Lemons | (205) 425-0084

ABC Supply Co., Inc. 908 13th Street North Birmingham, AL 35203 Vic Edwards | (205) 328-3413

Alagasco, an Energen Company 605 Richard Arrington, Jr. Blvd. North Birmingham, AL 35203 Contact: Leisa Ratcliffe Phone: (334) 241-4238

For special offers on high efficiency natural gas appliances, visit Alagasco.com.

Aliant Bank Construction Division

Acme Brick

2299 Pelham Pkwy Pelham, AL 35124 Phone: (205) 988-3913 Fax: (205) 988-3916

1100 Corporate Pkwy Birmingham, AL 35238 Daryl Spears | (205) 408-2000

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

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

Alabama Gaslight & Grill 2828 Linden Avenue Homewood, AL 35209 Mike Barnett | (205) 870-4060

160 Chandalar Place Drive Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Charlie Martin Phone: (205) 621-7355 www.cahabaglassco.com cahabaglass@hotmail.com

Since 1993, Builder of custom designed decks and screened porches creatively designed to look original to the home. Quality construction standards and commitment to customer service ensure a functional outdoor living space that adds value to your home.

Archadeck of Birmingham maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.

Bath Fitter C/O GBAA Birmingham, AL 35211 Nancy Roberson Turner | (205) 876-1760

Birmingham Water Board

AllSouth Appliance Group. Inc. 4 West Oxmoor Road Birmingham, AL 35209 Contact: Tyler Hillman Phone: (205) 942-0408 Fax: (205) 942-6622 MyAllSouth.com

Acme Brick (formerly Jenkins Brick) is proud to provide builders and remodelers with the largest brick selection in the Birmingham area. Our vast collections of natural stone, porcelain tile, ceramic tile, glass tile, and hardwood flooring make it easy to select your custom style. Please visit our newly renovated showroom, and let our experienced design consultants create your perfect atmosphere.

Cahaba Glass Company, LLC

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

Boral Bricks Inc 1805 McCain Pkwy Pelham, AL 35124 Joel Williamson | (205) 664-0257

Brandino Brass Company 2824 Central Avenue, #130 Birmingham, AL 35209 Eric Brandino | (205) 978-8900

Brewer Cabinets 2349 Huntington Ridge Road Birmingham, AL 35226 Jason Brewer | (205) 942-4000

Buckner Plumbing & Heating Co. Inc. 2749 Queenstown Rd. Trussville, AL 35173 Walter Buckner | (205) 655-8119

Cabinet Creations 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.

Alside Supply Center #259

854 Highland Ter Atlanta, GA 30306 Dan Coats | (404) 797-2307

Cabinet Trends Inc. 508 Mineral Trace, Suite 107 Hoover, AL 35244 Kale Frames | (205) 988-5002

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

Cahaba Roofing Company P O Box 1009 Trussville, AL 35173-6009 Greg Davis | (205) 854-9000

Cary Insulation Company 4501 1st Avenue North Birmingham, AL 35222 Steve Lester | (205) 595-1000

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

Classic Closets, LLC P O Box 398 Hayleyville, AL 35565 Barry Tidwell | (205) 486-9023

Coleman-Russell & Associates P O Box 100217 Birmingham, AL 35210 Morris Kay | (205) 833-0700

Cosentino USA 13124 Trinity Drive Stafford, TX 77477 Merry Margaret Coggins (205) 577-9068

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1455 McCain Pkwy Pelham, AL 35124 Susan McGee | (205) 664-8995

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

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

Davis Designs

Door Exchange

5560 Cahaba Valley Road Birmingham, AL 35242 Cindy Davis | (205) 991-2929

2649 Pelham Parkway Pelham, AL 35124 Tony Benton | (205) 621-2323

Davis Plumbing Company Inc.

Durante Windows and Siding

5600 Cahaba Valley Road Birmingham, AL 35242 Wrendon Davis | (205) 991-2022

Dixie Cultured Marble 37 W Park Cir Birmingham, AL 35211-4474 Travis Johnson | (205) 942-3004

Don’s Carpet One Floor & Home

1465 Gadsden Highway Birmingham, Al 35235 Contact: Don Olvey Phone: (205) 655-8777 Fax: (205) 655-8722

2512 Commerce Square West Birmingham, AL 35210 Jason Durante | (205) 956-4110

EZ Restoration, LLC 4204 Wilderness Rd. Mountain Brook, AL 35213 Harry Gerald Rotter | (205) 901-5860

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

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

Herring Heating and Air Cond.

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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.

Creative Cabinets and Design 133 West Oxmoor Road, Suite 221 Birmingham, AL 35209 Jennifer Thompson | (205) 365-4045

723 Tarrant Road Gardendale, AL 35071 Robert Herring | (205) 631-6258

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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.

Holcombe Doors & Windows 7008 Champion Blvd, Suite 107 Birmingham, AL 35242 Van Holcombe | (205) 991-3667

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

HomeLift, Inc. 3901 Charlotte Avenue Nashville, TN 37209 Alan Jensen | (205) 578-1507

Banks Home Building

New Homes Kitchens Bathrooms Additions

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GBAHBR Membership Directory Inline Lighting and Electric 2721 Pelham Parkway Pelham, AL 35124 Rhonda King | (205) 982-7511

Innovative Surfaces, LLC 31 Monroe Drive Pelham, AL 35124 Terry VanDoren | (205) 621-5455

Issis & Sons Carpet & Oriental Rugs 2858 Pelham Pkwy Pelham, AL 35124 Steve Issis | (205) 663-2310

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

Jefferson State Community College 2601 Carson Road Birmingham, AL 35215-3098 Micah Kaufhold | (205) 856-7847

K & S Done Right, LLC P O Box 907 Birmingham, AL 35201 Pat Shugrue | (205) 834-9904

Kenny & Company 2500 2nd Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35233 Mary Louise Choate | (205) 323-5616

Keystone Consulting & Design, LLC 2206 Williamsburg Drive Pelham, AL 35124 Robby Pruitt | (205) 436-6367

Land Title Company of Alabama 600 North 20th Street, Suite 100 Birmingham, AL 35203-2601 Aimee Forbus | (205) 251-2871

Masco Contractor Services dba Gale Insulation & Specialties 3112 Morgan Road Bessemer, AL 35022 Pat Muncher | (205) 428-9381

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320 Oxmoor Road Homewood, AL 35209 Sheila Brooks | (205) 942-1110

3313 StoneRidge Drive Birmingham, AL 35223 David Estreicher | (419) 208-0028

Synovus Mortgage Corporation

Mayer Lighting Showroom

2204 Lakeshore Pkwy, Suite 330 Birmingham, AL 35209 Steve Shoemaker | (205) 874-1331

P O Box 73812 Newnan, GA 30271 Susan Burks | (205) 583-3400

Mikos/Kampakis Insurance Services, Inc. 1800 International Park, Suite 500 Hoover, AL 35243 Mike Mikos | (205) 822-7413

Mularski Concrete Inc. P.O. Box 384 Chelsea, AL 35043 Greg Mularski | (205) 369-2726

Southern Bath & Kitchen 300 35th Street North Birmingham, AL 35232 Contact: Vann Foti Phone: (205) 581-3222 southernbathandkitchen.com

Nelbran Glass, LLC 4132 2nd Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35222 Frank Rowell | (205) 328-2172 PO Box 320305 Birmingham, AL 35232 Mark Hughes | (205) 956-4500 101 Distribution Drive Homewood, AL 35209 Jessica Gollott | (205) 322-6776

Pro Build 3160 Lee Street Pelham, AL 35124 Eric Anderson | (205) 664-2511

PSA dba The System Shop P.O. Box 380755 Birmingham, AL 35238 Ashley Nelson | (205) 408-0140 NYC/LI NARI 631.673.6274 www.nari-ny.org

Riverchase Flooring Center, Inc

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C/O GBAA Birmingham, AL 35211 Jo Sanderson | (205) 985-9555

3320 2nd Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35222 Phone: (205) 324-9521 221 Industrial Park Dr., Pelham, AL 35124 Phone: (205) 663-1336

O M Hughes Insurance Inc.

Pella Windows & Doors

VW Gallerie Design Centers

Southern Bath & Kitchen is excited to announce the opening of our newly renovated designer showroom. We have expanded our extensive plumbing lines such as Kohler, Delta, Brizo and many others to include kitchen appliances.

We now offer Viking, Scotsman, Kitchen Aid and others to meet your building needs.

711 20th Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 758-4472

Southern Stone Design, LLC

117 Cloverdale Drive Alabaster, AL 35007 John Miller | (205) 685-8441

Robert F. Henry Tile Co.

570 Simmons Drive Trussville, AL 35173 Contact: Nancy Adcock Phone: (205) 655-7285 Fax: (205) 655-7677 lightingnana@gmail.com www.lightingconceptsal.com

Lighting Concepts in Trussville has been in business for 26 years providing lighting, ceiling fans, mirrors and accessories for remodelers and home builders. Our professional sales people will help customers select the right lighting for their budget. We also provide great service before and after the sale.

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

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Southern Window Supply Company 155 Winslett Rd Pelham, AL 35124 Contact: Tim Flynn Phone: (205) 945-9832 Fax: (205) 945-9834 Southern Window Supply has been serving Birmingham’s builders, remodelers and homeowners for over fifteen years. Whether you’re looking for new construction or replacement windows, skylights or doors, call Southern Window Supply. Apply our experience and knowledge to your next project.

Space Cadets 2921 Selkirk Circle Birmingham, AL 35242 Kim McBrayer | (205) 621-7717

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

Our design centers are highly interactive and reflect the most current styles and trends. When you walk through our doors, you will see the many beautiful faucets, furniture pieces, vessel bowls, accessories, light fixtures, and tubs allowing you to experience the luxury that can become reality in your home. Our experienced staff, client meeting areas and technology based media centers ensures a “very personable and hands-on” buying experience.

Our commitment is to provide you with unsurpassed customer service and the highest quality plumbing products for your home.

Weathertech Distributing Co., Inc. P O Box 100609 Irondale, AL 35210 Tim Upton | (205) 956-5400

Will and Pierce Agency 1835 Thornton Place Hoover, AL 35226 Rick Radford | (205) 533-5549

ZIPP Painting 55 Cupids Lane Chelsea, AL 35043 Zac Ingram | (205) 281-5846

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