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FAMILY The List of Tampa Bay’s Best Remodelers - page 30 REMODELING TODAY IS AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE TAMPA BAY AREA CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF THE REMODELING INDUSTRY

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President’s Message

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Who is NARI?/NARI Code of Ethics

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Certified Experts

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2011 Contractor of the Year Awards

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Relocate or Remodel

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5 Tips For a Successful Remodel

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Green Remodeling: The Straight Story

PO Box 1675 St Petersburg, FL 33731 Phone: 727-578-2207 • Fax: 727-214-2521 www.nari-tampabay.org

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A Kitchen With a European Flare

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A Place For Family

CHAIRMAN................................Susanne Van Selow, CKBR, GCP

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NARI Tampa Bay Member Specialties

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NARI Tampa Bay Membership Directory

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PRESIDENT ..................................................................Doug King 1ST VICE PRESIDENT ...........................Jeffry E. Baughman, Esq. SECRETARY.................................................................Tony Angel TREASURER..................................................................John Lusk EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.......................Nina P. Berkheiser, CFRE

REMODELING TODAY® PUBLISHER ..................................................................Kevin Ford EDITOR ......................................................................Troy Blewett CREATIVE DIRECTOR..............................................Pete Moretta MARKETING DIRECTOR.............................................John Ford OFFICE MANAGER.................................................Allyson Geier

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE CHOOSING A REPUTABLE CONTRACTOR

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of service to be licensed by the state. In Pinellas County anyone performing work at a home MUST possess a PCCLB license (Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board) in addition to any state licenses required. You may check this at: www.pcclb.org.

Check their insurance. Do NOT just take a copy of someone’s insurance certificate as proof, ask for their agent’s contact information and CALL to make sure their insurance is still in effect. Ask to be named as a certificate holder for the duration of your project.

Ask for references, pictures of jobs and ask to speak with their “work-in-process” clients. And CALL those references to make sure they are not relatives of the person you are checking on.

Interview your contractor. Can you see yourself working through issues and problems with this person? How are changes handled? Ask what their company’s business model is based on; are they customer focused? Many times, these kind of questions will let you gain insight into potential problem areas with that contractor’s operation.

NARI-Tampa Bay is a great source for finding reputable contractors. You can find a complete list of remodelers and trade professionals in the membership directory starting on page 30 or by visiting www.nari-tampabay.org.

DOUG KING PRESIDENT, NARI TAMPA BAY WEST COAST REMODELERS & CONSTRUCTION, INC. (727) 410-3334

NARI TAMPA BAY OFFICERS

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BOARD MEMBERS

CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Susanne Van Selow, CKBR, GCP Van Selow Design Build, LLC PRESIDENT Doug King West Coast Remodelers & Construction, Inc. 1ST VICE PRESIDENT Jeffry E. Baughman, Esq. Baughman Law Group, P.A. SECRETARY Tony Angel Tuscany Tile, Inc. TREASURER John Lusk Pella Windows & Doors BOARD OF DIRECTORS Karen Brodeur, Nicholas Insurance, LLC Jack W. Johnson, CR, Jack W. Johnson, Inc. James Macholz, CR, Jamco Unlimited, Inc. John Marzulli, CR, CKBR, Emerald Contractors, Inc. David Mueller, CR, CKBR, Mueller Remodeling, Inc Bob Phillips, LEED, AP, CR, GCP, Bay Breeze Enterprises, Inc. Joseph Renda, GCP, Air Quality Control Arlen Tillis, Tibbetts Lumber Company Jeffery Wolf, GCP, Jeffery M. Wolf General Contractor, Inc.

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s a homeowner, when you purchased your home you probably made the largest purchase decision of your life. You used the services of various companies to locate the home, secure financing and close the transaction, all of whom must be trained in their area of expertise and licensed by state and local government.

When the time is right to consider adding more space or remodeling the home, you will be making another expensive decision. There are thousands of choices to consider from products and styles to colors and trends. Most important are where, what and who will help assemble all of “the parts.” I think people would agree that using the services of companies that have been trained, certified and licensed to help put together all those parts is just as important now as it was when the home was purchased.

The Tampa Bay area is home to hundreds of legitimate companies that can help put those parts together.

Unfortunately, our area also is home to hundreds of “companies” and individuals who are not legitimate and are not focused on making your remodeling experience a successful one. There are many steps you should take when evaluating potential companies to perform work at your home. A few of the key items include: Verify their licensing. Are they properly licensed for the type of work you want done? Go to www.dbpr.org to check state licenses. The State of Florida requires all persons performing any kind

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NATURAL BEAUTY

MAXIMUM HYGIENE

WHO IS NARI?

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he National Association of the Remodeling Industry

As the premier source for remodeling information, NARI

(NARI) is a not-for-profit professional trade association

has an inclusive encompassing purpose: to develop and

whose members are dedicated to assuring the consumer

sustain programs that expand and unite the remodeling

has a positive remodeling experience. Composed of full-service

industry; to ensure the industry’s growth and security; to

contractors, design-build firms, manufacturers, suppliers,

encourage ethical conduct, sound business practices, and

distributors, sub-contractors, lenders and other related professionals,

professionalism in the remodeling industry; and to present

NARI is committed to enhancing the professionalism of the

NARI as the recognized authority in the industry.

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remodeling industry and serving as an ally to homeowners.

NARI NATIONAL MISSION STATEMENT The National Association of the Remodeling Industry brings together people who work in and with the remodeling industry, belonging and growing by learning from one another. As professionals, we create an exceptional experience for the remodeling consumer.

NARI NATIONAL VISION STATEMENT Dedicated to being the best resource for knowledge and training in the remodeling industry, together we help construct the dreams in people’s lives.

NARI CODE OF ETHICS

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embers of the National Association of the

• Honoring all contractual obligations until and unless they

Remodeling Industry (NARI) pledge to observe

are altered or dissolved by mutual consent by all concerned

the highest ethical standards in running their

parties and fulfilling these obligations in a timely manner.

businesses. The NARI Code of Ethics assures the consumer that NARI professionals are committed to the following: • Promoting only those products and services that are functional, economical and safe.

• Making all advertising and sales promotions factually

• Acknowledging and acting on all customer complaints promptly; encouraging third-party mediation where complaints are disputed.

• Promoting free enterprise by refraining from any act that restrains trade or suppresses competition.

accurate and avoiding any practices that tend to mislead

By adhering to this Code of Ethics, the NARI professional is

or deceive the customer.

promising the consumer a professional job at a competitive

• Writing all contracts and warranties so they are clear,

price. And that is a win/win situation for all parties involved.

fair and mutually beneficial to all concerned parties.

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Kitchens & Baths • Home Theaters Architectural Millwork • Custom Furniture

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nothole Creations has been serving the Tampa Bay area for over 15 years providing award winning custom cabinetry and furniture to both the residential and commercial markets. Come visit our showroom or call us to schedule an appointment to visit you so that we can make your dream a reality.

Knothole Creations Inc. 13205 40th Street N Clearwater, FL 33762

727-452-3597 www.knotholecreations.com

EPA CERTIFIED LEAD RISK ASSESSOR Lead Paint Hazard Screening Hand Held X-Ray Analysis

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Mommy, Is our family safe from Lead Dust in our home?

Tom Rodgers Office: 727-906-9636 Cell: 727-542-4291 Email: tom@2protechu.com Web: www.2pro-tech-u.com

Lead poisoning can cause irreversible brain damage in children under 6 or in the fetus of a pregnant woman.

Over 40 million privately owned and occupied residential homes built before 1978 contain lead-based paint. It may be on any interior or exterior surface, particularly on woodwork, doors, and windows. Even though these surfaces have been painted over, the lead based paint beneath continues to dry and deteriorate, turning to dust which can contaminate the home through even a tiny nail hole.

X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) is a non-destructive method of measuring lead in soil, paint, children’s toys, furniture and other objects. Testing by a certifed EPA Risk Assessor will determine the status of any lead paint hazards and offer corrective options.

IT’S THE LAW! Federal Law requires contractors that disturb painted surfaces in homes built before 1978 to be certified and follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination.

Always ask to see your contractor’s certification.

NARI CERTIFIED EXPERTS GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND CERTIFICATION

DESIGNATIONS

ou can trust a professional remodeling contractor with NARI certification to have access to the latest industry information via conventions, educational programs, meetings, trade publications and expos that feature up-to-the-minute products, materials and techniques. Only serious professionals with a real desire to excel in the industry are eligible to participate in NARI’s rigorous certification program, which teaches and tests skill sets, safety issues, and ethical business practices.

When you see any of the verification seals shown below, you’ll know that the affiliated remodeling contractor or company has taken the time to meet performance and business criteria that surpass industry standards.

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Certified Remodeler (CR) Designed to recognize and identify fullservice remodelers. Candidates must have a minimum of five years experience and be employed by or own a firm that derives 90 percent of its sales volume from remodeling.

Certified Remodeler Associate (CRA) Recognizes individuals who actively support the remodeling industry, such as architects, designers, educators, manufacturers, publishers, suppliers and consultants.

Certified Remodeler Specialist (CRS) Reserved for remodelers who specialize in a particular area of the industry, such as roofing or flooring, etc.

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Master Certified Remodeler (MCR) This designation recognizes Certified Remodelers that have demonstrated commitment to the remodeling industry through support of their local chapter, NARI National, and/or their local community. The MCR identifies Certified Remodelers that have withstood the test of time and continue to be successful within the industry. Candidates must complete and submit this application for consideration by the NARI Certification Board. In addition to completing and submitting an application to qualify for the MCR certification, candidates must be a Certified Remodeler for a minimum of 10 consecutive years and hold another NARI certification. Candidates must have been involved with their local NARI chapter or NARI National and/or involvement as a leader in the local community. Candidates must submit a letter of recommendation from their chapter executive or chapter president or three letters of recommendation from recent clients.

Universal Design Certified Remodeler (UDCR) This designation includes remodelers with knowledge and skills in a broad range of universal design and remodeling. Individuals with the UDCR designation are recognized as experienced remodelers with skills and knowledge in all aspects of universal design and remodeling. Candidates must complete and submit this application for consideration by the NARI Certification Board. In addition to completing and submitting an application, to qualify for the UDCR certification exam, candidates must have been in the remodeling industry for a minimum of 5 years. Candidates must also have completed a minimum of 8 hours of universal design remodeling/building related education.

Certified Lead Carpenter (CLC) Designed for lead carpenters who are skilled and knowledgeable in the technical, hands-on aspects of their work, but also have demonstrated skill and knowledge in project management, supervision and customer service.

Candidates must have a minimum five years experience with at least two of those years as a lead carpenter.

Companies who believe in providing a quality product will make sure their lead carpenters are trained and certified so they can produce better jobs, be more professional, run projects more efficiently, and interact more proactively with their customers.

Certified Kitchen & Bath Remodeler (CKBR) This designation allows homeowners to identify contractors who do extensive work in kitchen and bath remodeling, and have gone the extra mile to improve themselves and their firm’s capabilities in these areas. The CKBR certification addresses the unique aspects of kitchen & bath design and remodeling, including technical expertise and new product knowledge.

Green Certified Professional (GCP) The GCP designation is designed to recognize and identify remodelers who apply green or sustainable principles to their remodeling projects.

They understand key green building concepts including energy efficiency, site management and use, indoor air quality, water conservation and the use of building materials and finishes.

The GCP certification addresses how green remodeling can make homes more durable, efficient, sustainable, healthier to live in and less expensive to operate.

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Certified Professionals

NARI certification identifies the best of the best in the remodeling industry. There are approximately 1,000 Certified Remodelers (CR) recognized nationally. The Tampa Bay Area Chapter of NARI is proud to recognize its members who have achieved NARI certification.

AAA Services of Central Florida, Inc. ........(727) 447-7112 Anthony Braccili, CR, CLC Glen Harper, CLC Air Quality Control, Inc. ...........................(727) 433-7080 Joseph Renda, GCP Bay Breeze Enterprises, Inc. ....................(727) 642-4486 Bob Phillips, CR, GCP Blue Diamond Builders, Inc. ....................(727) 647-2239 Wesley C. Jenkins, CR, CKBR, GCP Cove Builders, Inc....................................(727) 596-0399 Lawrence E. Voss, Jr, CR Daniel E. Ashline, Inc. ............................(727) 420-5315 Daniel E. Ashline, CR Emerald Contractors, Inc. .........................(727) 410-0625 John Marzulli, CR, CKBR Florida Renovators, Inc.............................(727) 531-9520 Dean Jarvis, CR,CKBR Greaves Construction, Inc. .......................(813) 985-2739 Jonathan A. Greaves, CR, CKBR J2 Solutions Inc. .....................................(941) 492-3266 Jess Fronckowiak, CR Josh Fronckowiak, CLC

Jeffery M. Wolf General Contractor ............(727) 895-4858 Jeffery M. Wolf, GCP KEL Construction Company.......................(727) 896-3535 Kenneth E. LaDelfa, CR Mueller Remodeling, Inc...........................(727) 397-1063 David W. Mueller, CR, CKBR Scott Mueller, CKBR Strobel Design Build ................................(727) 321-5588 Peter Masone, CKBR Andrew Reitwiesner, CKBR, CLC Don Strobel, CR, CKBR, GCP Sun Bay Builders, Inc. .............................(727) 525-2405 Mike Miano, CR Terry G. Perkins Design Build Remodelers..(727) 398-3658 Terry G. Perkins, CR Total Professional Installations, Inc. ..........(813) 630-1706 Mark Ningard, CKBR TriplePoint Design Build ...........................(727) 302-9116 Neal Fiske, CR, GCP Van Selow Design Build............................(727) 391-2959 Susanne Van Selow, CKBR, GCP

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Jack W. Johnson, Inc................................(727) 461-4229 Jack Johnson, CR

Jamco Unlimited Inc. ...............................(727) 647-1793 James Macholz, CR

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The Jamco Difference listens to our customers’ needs and helps J amco you through the design process which will A llow you to visualize what you are going to get before you buy it, using our state of the art design technology,

M agic appears before your eyes while your dreams are created by Jamco’s professional staff helping you,

C omplete the selection of all your products in one place saving you time and energy. We get you through this stressful time in your life and on to enjoying your new oasis.

O nly you deserve the very best and that’s why you deserve the JAMCO difference!

Jamco Unlimited Inc. 1183 Cedar St. Saftey Harbor, FL 34695 Showroom: 727-412-8524 www.jamcounlimited.com License #: CBC1255679

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CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR AWARDS n the past, I have often spoken to a homeowner or group of homeowners and wished I could show them the high-quality work NARI Tampa Bay Area members do. And now I can. The following pages are dedicated to our 2011 Contractor of the Year (COTY) Awards.

COTY Awards recognize excellence in the remodeling industry in several remodeling categories, including whole-house renovations, kitchen & bath remodels, interiors, historical renovations and more. In addition, award categories are broken down by total project cost. For instance, there’s an award for residential interior over $100,000 and one for below $100,000. So whatever your budget, you can see the possibilities.

Award winners have demonstrated superior workmanship, design innovation and materials selection. Their work is truly the best of the best. Now, it’s my pleasure to introduce the 2011 NARI Tampa Bay Area COTY Awards. Enjoy.

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Doug King President NARI Tampa Bay Area

RESIDENTIAL BATH UNDER $30K

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aving previously remodeled their 1952 cottage to include a master suite with a bathroom for the man of the house, the woman of the house felt it was her turn. The challenge was to meet her needs in the existing 6'4" x 8'6" space. A frequent traveler, she wanted her new bathroom to be comparable to the elegant hotel room bathrooms she uses on her trips. Her goals included maximizing storage space, adding a whirlpool tub, keeping a proper sized lavatory and having a place for her cat’s litter box. The first step was selecting the perfect whirlpool bathtub. The Kohler Bancroft works not only for peaceful bathing, but also features a large, non-tapered bottom basin for comfort in daily showering.

Custom-built cabinetry allowed each section to be sized to fit the room’s specific measurements and to maximize storage. Uniquely placing the lavatory allowed for a 17" x 14" under-counter lavatory in an 18" deep vanity. A slide-in “garage door” in a lower cabinet hides the litter box when guests are visiting. A pocket door eliminates the swing area from the previous hinged entrance door.

Mueller Remodeling, Inc. 11090 66th Terrace Seminole, FL 33772-6238 Contact: David Mueller, CR, CKBR (727)397-1063 www.mueller-remodelinginc.com

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Visit www.nari-tampabay.org to find more about the 2011 NARI Tampa Bay Area CotY Award winners.

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ENTIRE HOUSE $500K-$1 MILLION

ENTIRE HOUSE $250K-$500K

ENTIRE HOUSE $250K-$500K

1ST PLACE

1ST PLACE

2ND PLACE

Emerald Contractors, Inc. (727) 943-9046

McClure Contracting, Inc. (727) 417-5911

KEL Construction Company (727) 458-7499

www.emeraldcontractors.com

www.mcclureremodeling.com

www.Kelconst.com

ENTIRE HOUSE $250K-$500K

RESIDENTIAL ADDITION OVER $250K

RESIDENTIAL ADDITION $100K - $250K

HON. MENTION

1ST PLACE

1ST PLACE

Palm Builders Suncoast, Inc. (727) 458-3746

Strobel Design Build (727) 321-5588

Strobel Design Build (727) 321-5588

www.PalmBuildersInc.com

www.strobeldesignbuild.com

www.strobeldesignbuild.com

RESIDENTIAL ADDITION $100K - $250K RESIDENTIAL BATH $30K-$60K

RESIDENTIAL BATH UNDER $30K

2ND PLACE

1ST PLACE

2ND PLACE

KEL Construction Company (727) 458-7499

KEL Construction Company (727) 458-7499

Blue Diamond Builders, Inc. (727) 647-2239

www.Kelconst.com

www.Kelconst.com

www.bluediamond-builders.com

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RESIDENTIAL BATH UNDER $30K

RESIDENTIAL BATH UNDER $30K

RESIDENTIAL BATH UNDER $30K

HON. MENTION

HON. MENTION

HON. MENTION

Jamco Unlimited, Inc. (727) 647-1793

McClure Contracting, Inc. (727) 417-5911

Strobel Design Build (727) 321-5588

www.jamcounlimited.com

www.mcclureremodeling.com

www.strobeldesignbuild.com

RESIDENTIAL EXTERIOR UNDER $100K

RESIDENTIAL EXTERIOR UNDER $100K

RESIDENTIAL EXTERIOR UNDER $100K

1ST PLACE

2ND PLACE

HON. MENTION

Greaves Construction, Inc. (813) 985-2739

Mueller Remodeling, Inc. (727) 397-1063

Van Selow Design Build (727) 391-2959

www.GreavesConstruction.com

www.mueller-remodelinginc.com

www.vanselowdesign.com

RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR UNDER $100K

RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN $40K-80K

RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN $40K-80K

HON. MENTION

1ST PLACE

2ND PLACE

Van Selow Design Build (727) 391-2959

McClure Contracting, Inc. (727) 417-5911

West Coast Remodelers & Construction (727) 410-3334

www.vanselowdesign.com

www.mcclureremodeling.com

www.westcoastremodelers.net

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RESIDENTIAL BATH $30K-60K

he master bath room in this south Tampa townhouse just had too many walls with small closets, no tub and was just plain dark. It was basically non-functional for 2 people to use at one time.

The owners found West Coast both via a NARI referral and Remodeling Today magazine. Together, they worked to design a floor plan that would meet the owner’s goals of having a large heated Roman tub, separate water closet, large walk-in shower, double vanity and large walk-in closet.

The challenge was relocating and adding drain and water lines on the 2nd story to accommodate the plan, but it was accomplished!

Porcelain wall tile was installed to not only the shower walls, but the walls extending from shower all around the tub area. It was cut on a 45 degree bevel at the outside wall corners for a smooth, edge-free look. Italian glass tile was used throughout as an accent to aid in the blending of granite counter tops installed over semi-custom KraftMaid cabinetry.

Lighting was installed throughout to accent shower and tub area and was finished with a large crystal chandelier over the vanities, providing ample lighting throughout the room.

The final touch was exquisite trim work around doors and crown molding on tower units along with the custom wood shutters over the windows.

All of this resulted in a brand new bathroom suite the owners will enjoy for years to come!

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West Coast Remodelers & Construction, Inc. PO Box 341348 Tampa, FL 33694 Contact: Doug King (813) 244-5400 www.westcoastremodelers.net

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RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN $40K-80K

RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN $40K-80K

RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN UNDER $40K

HON. MENTION

HON. MENTION

1ST PLACE

Greaves Construction, Inc. (813) 985-2739

Van Selow Design Build (727) 391-2959

Strobel Design Build (727) 321-5588

www.GreavesConstruction.com

www.vanselowdesign.com

www.strobeldesignbuild.com

RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN UNDER $40K

RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN UNDER $40K

RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN UNDER $40K

2ND PLACE

HON. MENTION

HON. MENTION

Emerald Contractors, Inc. (727) 943-9046

Greaves Construction, Inc. (813) 985-2739

Jamco Unlimited, Inc. (727) 647-1793

www.emeraldcontractors.com

www.GreavesConstruction.com

www.jamcounlimited.com

RESIDENTIAL UNIVERSAL DESIGN

RESIDENTIAL UNIVERSAL DESIGN

1ST PLACE

2ND PLACE

Strobel Design Build (727) 321-5588

Emerald Contractors, Inc. (727) 943-9046

www.strobeldesignbuild.com

www.emeraldcontractors.com

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NARI TAMPA BAY AREA CONGRATULATES ALL OF THE 2011 CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNERS

Visit www.nari-tampabay.org to find more about the 2011 NARI Tampa Bay Area CotY Award winners.

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COMMERCIAL INTERIOR 1ST PLACE his 25-year-old dental office had never been updated. Purchased by two dentists—a husband and wife team— the goal of this remodel was to turn it into a state-of-the-art practice. Additionally, the project had a 12-day timeline.

The remodel consisted of all new flooring, new ceiling tile, running wiring into every room for computers and televisions, removing wallpaper throughout and retexturing all of the walls. New doors were added throughout, including a decorative entry door.

Crown molding provides a nice added touch to the waiting area and a large curved reception desk welcomes visitors. Archways were added to the exam rooms to add a bit of shape to the square rooms.

Last but not least, the office’s bathroom was upgraded to make it more attractive.

The tech-savvy dentist can now X-ray his clients’ teeth and show the results on the television in their exam room. Or, they can watch DIY while getting their teeth cleaned.

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Jamco Unlimited, Inc. 1183 Cedar St. Saftey Harbor,Fl. 34695 Contact: James A. Macholz ,CGC, CR 727-412-8524 www.jamcounlimited.com

SPECIALTY CONTRACTOR

SPECIALTY CONTRACTOR

Knothole Creations & the CotY Awards

Artistic Pavers & the CotY Awards

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rtistic Pavers & Surfaces is known for providing the finishing touches to many CotY Award-winning installations. Known for their installation of brick pavers, travertine, and shellstone, as well as the application of decorative concrete coatings, Artistic Pavers provides its services for new home installations, residential remodels and commercial projects.

nothole Creations carefully blends old world craftsmanship with modern technology to design and create quality cabinetry, architectural woodwork, furniture and other fine wood products. Their work has been featured in many CotY Award-winning projects since 1991. Knothole Creations brings their skill and expertise to custom kitchens and baths as well as home theaters and offices.

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Knothole Creations, Inc. 13205 40th Street North Clearwater, FL 33762 Contact: David Brown Phone: (727) 561-9107 www.knotholecreations.com Visit www.nari-tampabay.org to find more about the 2011 NARI Tampa Bay Area CotY Award winners.

Artistic Pavers & Surfaces, Inc. 5682 Fruitville Road Sarasota, FL 34232 Contact: Jim Ayscue Phone: (727) 573-0918 www.artisticpas.com NARI TAMPA BAY AREA

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he economic conditions of the past few years have thrown a monkey-wrench into plans and dreams for so many homeowners. Unfortunately many of us have had to adjust our goals and re-plan our futures.

With the real estate market in an unknown state, people are really nervous about selling their houses to buy newer, bigger homes. Many of us are making due with what we have and are “waiting out” the economy. However, many more of us are doing remodeling projects to upgrade our current homes until things get better.

If you have not already done so, it may be time to re-focus and possibly re-plan.

Fortunately, there are options that may actually be better than our original plans.

For those who need more space and thought the answer was to sell and buy a larger home, perhaps the solution to the space crunch is an addition or extension. This solution also works well for accommodating merging families.

Just as there are many considerations in the decision to relocate or remodel, there are many factors to consider in choosing to remodel your home in

order to accommodate grown children or aging parents.

Perhaps the biggest issue in opting for extended family living is that of privacy.

With the proper remodel, good communication and firm agreements, this option can have many significant financial advantages. Although the costs of running a larger household will be more than those of a single family unit, the costs will be less than those of two separate households.

Perhaps you want to downsize or prepare for a scaled back lifestyle or retirement of sorts. In that case you may want to prepare your home for the next phase of your life. Just because you may be retiring from your business activities certainly doesn’t mean you will be retiring from life. This may be the perfect time to make those changes in your home to suit your new life-style.

This could include setting up a home office, hobby rooms or even private guest quarters for visiting family and friends. Although guests won’t demand it, they will really appreciate a bedroom suite. If you are retiring and want to remain in your house, be sure to look

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into the many remodeling options for “aging in place.”

As you contemplate the advantages and disadvantages of moving vs. remodeling, there are definite location factors to consider. These factors will depend on a number of things including your age and the age of your children, proximity to activities that you and your family enjoy, and the neighborhood itself. If you have children in school, you may want to avoid disrupting them. This is a strong incentive for remodeling instead of moving. There may be other advantages to staying in your current home. These could range from the actual block you live on, the tranquility or busyness of the area, the proximity to transportation or even your immediate neighbors. We tend to notice those things that we don’t like, but it is equally important to not overlook the advantages to staying where we are. In making a decision, it is usually best to write down all the pluses and minuses to your current location and have your family do the same. You may find that there are significant advantages to staying in your current home.

In that case, remodeling will be a better choice for you and your family.

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According to Jeff Wolf of Jeffery M. Wolf General Contractor it is important to look at the following: “How much do you love your home and your neighborhood?

Can you live with four to six months of company who arrive at 7:30 in the morning and stay until 4:00 or later in the afternoon?

Can you live without that kitchen, bathroom, laundry room or whatever combination while remodeling takes place? Or, can you move out for the duration? (In some cases moving may be a requirement.)

Will your home be worth enough to justify the investment, or can you sell it and buy an existing house for the same or less money?

Answering these questions will help you decide whether or not to remodel.

As a builder and remodeler it was an easy decision. I love my house and my neighborhood and I don’t plan to move any time soon. I know the quality of my work and I would not be comfortable wondering what was (or wasn’t) inside the walls that someone else built.

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Move or Remodel?

A Town Hall Meeting Sponsored by NARI Tampa Bay n October 22, the NARI Tampa Bay Chapter is co-sponsoring a “Town Hall Meeting” to educate homeowners about the issues revolving around updating their home and/or moving within the same general area. Open to the public, this panel discussion is perfect for homeowners or soonto-be homeowners.

A panel made up of professionals including real estate agents, general contractors, mortgage brokers, insurance agents, home inspectors, appraisers and building officials will be on-hand to answer questions from attendees. A local celebrity will serve as moderator for the event and will direct questions to the appropriate panel member.

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Nevertheless, my own remodel project was a long hot dusty summer. I loved it.”

Assuming you decide to remodel instead of moving, keep in mind that a well-done renovation will add value to your home, so when the time does come to sell, your home will be worth significantly more.

If a careful analysis of your living situation indicates that it is time to sell, I urge you to find a home stager to assist in the process. A good home stager will give you an honest assessment of your home, coordinate any needed repairs, assist with the re-arrangement of furniture and will help in the decoration of your home for a fast sale at the best possible price.

Steve Perry of J. S. Perry and Co suggests the following: “If you do relocate, it is good to have a contractor walk the house with you.

They will be able to help you visualize the possibilities and recognize the potential of the house, as well as provide ball park cost data to help you determine if relocating is the correct solution for you.

The other side of the coin is staying where you are and remodeling your existing home. The obvious advantages are you don’t have to move and you don’t have to pay all the fees associated with buying a new home, i. e. realtor fees, mortgage fees and the cost of moving. So having an excellent contractor at your disposal is beneficial no matter which route you decide to take.” www.remodelinform.com

Michael Miano of Sun Bay Builders advises as follows: “I believe this is your best time to remodel. Remodeling costs have been very stable, if not low, in most cases.

Invest now, and reap the benefits when the real estate market rises again.”

Whether you choose to remodel or to relocate it is vitally important that you choose to work with professionals who will help you optimize your future living arrangements.

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. Sources for this article: Author: Lorraine Hart President, Ideal Consulting Services, Inc. www.idealconsulting.net 516-826-6725; 727-239-0468 Jeffery M. Wolf, CGB, CGP, GCP President, Jeffery M. Wolf General Contractor, Inc. www.jmwolf.net 727.895.4858 Steve Perry President, J. S. Perry and Company www.jsperryandco.com 727-479-2104

Place: Safety Harbor Spa & Resort 105 N. Bayshore Dr. Safety Harbor, FL 34695 Time: 10am - 12 noon If you are a homeowner, you will not want to miss this event!

Maximum capacity is 300 so reserve a seat today by registering on-line at: www.nari-tampabay.org under "Upcoming Events."

For questions, please call Jim Malcholz at 727-647-1793.

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5 TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL REMODEL

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emodeling your house is a great way to get the home of your dreams and to increase the value of your single largest asset. Before the work begins, however, it is important to lay the groundwork for success. Here are five tips for a successful project.

2.SET A BUDGET Establish a firm budget for your remodeling project. You don’t want to end up short on cash and not be able to finish your project, nor do you want to end up deeply in debt. Work with your contractor to get the most for your hard-earned dollar. He or she should have a general idea of how much you are willing to invest in the project and can help you stay within that budget.

Remember, changes are costly. The worst remodeling mistake many homeowners make is to wait until the construction process has begun and then start changing their minds. They want a different design, a different product or to add something altogether new to the renovation. To make the most of your budget, the time to explore and make changes is during the planning stage.

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1.SELECT THE RIGHT CONTRACTOR The single most important step in any successful remodeling project is hiring the right contractor. It doesn’t have to be difficult, but you do need to do your homework.

Basic requirements include finding someone with a track record of success in your community and making sure the contractor you hire is properly licensed and insured. Membership in a trade organization like the National Association for the

Remodeling Industry (NARI) means the contractor is informed about the latest products, construction techniques and industry issues.

The best way to find a qualified remodeler is to be referred by someone who has just had a successful project completed by that firm. Talk to your relatives, friends, neighbors and coworkers who have had recent remodeling done. The key is to get a referral from someone you trust.

Then, interview your candidates. The contractor you hire needs to be someone you can communicate with and someone you trust. Remember, you and your remodeler are tackling your project together. It is critical that you hire a contractor as committed to the success of your project as you are.

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3.CREATE A REALISTIC TIMELINE Timing is critical when planning a home improvement project. Be sure to select a start date and an approximate finish date that best fits into you and your contractor’s schedules.

Be realistic. If you are remodeling your kitchen and jobs similar in scope typically take six weeks to complete, don’t expect yours to be done in three. And make sure to factor material delivery times into your schedule.

Before work begins, ask your contractor what inconveniences may occur and plan for them. Take into account any special events so that you and/or your remodeler can plan accordingly. Proper timing of your job can go a long way towards reducing stress levels and making your project run smoothly.

recovery fund notice and Chapter 558 notice, as well as the contractor’s license number,” Baughman says.

A contract should also list provisions for warranties, changes in procedures and, in case a conflict arises, alternative dispute resolution clauses.

Review the contract thoroughly and only sign once all your questions have been answered. And always be sure to keep a copy of the final document for your records. Once the ink is

dry, you are ready to turn the remodeling ideas you’ve been dreaming about into reality.

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4.CONSIDER RETURN ON INVESTMENT The primary reason for remodeling an existing house is to get the home you want. A remodel should, however, properly position your home in your neighborhood from a value standpoint. You don’t want to overbuild because you might not be able to realize the increased value if you need to sell the home, but you don’t want to underbuild either. To get an idea of home values in your neighborhood, visit local open houses and keep an eye on the sale price of homes in your area.

Remodeling lets you invest in your existing asset and increase its value.

Generally speaking, the remodeling projects with the best return on investment include kitchen and bathroom remodels, bathroom additions and cosmetic changes (a new roof, paint or carpeting).

5.PUT IT IN WRITING “A well written contract spells out what the homeowner is getting from the contractor,” says Jeff Baughman of the Baughman Law Group in St. Petersburg. According to Baughman, a NARI member, a contract should include a comprehensive description of the project or “scope of work,” a payment schedule, a timetable, and the types of products/materials that will be used.

“Construction contracts in the State of Florida require a lien notice, construction

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It’s a good idea to keep 10 to 20 percent of your budget in reserve for any unexpected expenses. Unforeseen costs will inevitably arise and you don’t want to be unprepared.

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GREEN REMODELING: THE STRAIGHT STORY

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very homeowner wants a great house. We remodel our homes to improve our kitchens, our bathrooms, our living spaces and, hopefully, our quality of life. Our desire to have a place where our families can be happy, healthy and safe is the reason we spend a significant amount of energy planning and selecting just the right materials or design elements for our homes.

Consider this analogy. Most of us had to work hard in school to get good grades. It wasn't always easy, but bringing home a report card with straight “Ds” was not acceptable. And with good reason. A below average grade—barely passing—was hardly an accomplishment, and definitely not something of which to be proud. Similarly, our building codes are often designed to be just good enough to meet minimum standards. They are essentially the equivalent of a “D.”

When we talk about what a great home is, we should be talking about something that is a better than a "D." This is where green remodeling comes into the picture. Green remodeling and building are all about going well beyond the bare minimum to create something of quality that is healthy and safe for you and does less damage to your environment and community. Green remodeling is really about making great spaces for your family while being responsible.

Keep in mind, however, that different people view green in different ways. Not all green building approaches are also healthier and all healthier building practices are not green.

We all know that green remodeling is the right thing to do, and it’s probably safe to say that there are few builders or remodelers who do not want to build green. So why isn’t everyone remodeling

green? It is a bit of a “Catch 22.” Most construction professionals do not believe homeowners are interested in green building and remodeling techniques; and most homeowners think construction professionals either do not want to or do not know how to build green. And both parties think it costs more. Well, let’s set this story straight.

MYTH #1—HOMEOWNERS ARE NOT INTERESTED IN GREEN This is obviously not true. Organic food sales are through the roof. Target is selling bamboo shirts (which incidentally are not very green), and Ford is producing efficient hybrid vehicles. In a less than stellar economy, the growth in the sustainable and green market continues to be steady. Why? Because when we have the opportunity to have healthier, happier lives, we choose them. What you, as a homeowner, need to do is let your remodeler or designer know that you are interested in green building and remodeling techniques and ask to have your remodel certified.

According to Jeffery Wolf, GCP and president of Jeffery M. Wolf General Contractor, there is significant interest in green remodeling in the Tampa Bay areamarket. “Whether it means adding foam insulation, better windows or a new HVAC system, a focus on green remodeling products and techniques is popular.”

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MYTH #2—GREEN BUILDING AND REMODELING IS EXPENSIVE In fact, data from around the country shows that building a new “green certified” home adds only two to three percent to the cost of a home. And experienced green builders and remodelers can often show a reduction in the overall cost of the project because they are better at building green.

“In my opinion, green building starts with the home’s envelope and making sure it’s sealed properly,” says Wolf.

“Optimally placed energy efficient windows, a good insulation package and a right-sized HVAC system come next.

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project at all, those increases are usually modest.”

Water-saving shower heads cost the same as regular shower heads and offer the same pleasurable experience. Dual flush toilets use a fraction of the water and cost the same to purchase and install, saving money on water bills.

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

Your biggest expense comes from the third-party inspections that green remodeling requires, but the value of having an independent audit of the performance and the project seems worth the minimal cost.

MYTH #3—GOING GREEN IS TOO HARD For you, the homeowner, going green in remodeling is easy. Just tell your remodeler and designer you want your project to be as green as possible. That is all you have to do. For the remodeler or design professional, there is some work involved. Just like school, this requires some training and some practice.

Because the secret to green remodeling is in the process and NOT the product, the planning and design stage is very important and takes additional effort to think things through and consider the impact of an action.

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better processes,” says Don Strobel, president of Strobel Design Build. “We do everything we can to provide a better house product.”

MYTH #4—GREEN BUILDING IS ONLY FOR BIG PROJECTS OR NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION Totally untrue! While LEED requires that you practically re-build your home, green remodeling projects of all sizes are happening all of the time; bathroom remodels, kitchen remodels, window and siding replacement, attic or basement finishing, and, of course, additions.

“Obviously, the larger the project the more green options you can employ,” says Strobel, “but even smaller remodeling projects can benefit from green building techniques whether through the selection of energy efficient products or locally sourced green construction materials.”

MYTH #5—GREEN IS ONLY ABOUT ENERGY EFFICIENCY This may be the most commonly misunderstood part of green remodeling. The beauty of green is that it is a whole systems way of thinking. It gives equal weight to each key concept and asks us to consider the interconnected nature of the world we live in.

A systems approach means understanding that insulating the house reduces air infiltration, which means less fresh air to the occupant. We understand the link and the danger in insulating without considering occupant health. A

systems approach has us ask the question about how much energy it took to make the insulation, what were the environmental impacts, and what were the impacts on the installer and the occupant when handling this material?

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

The straight story on green remodeling is that it is easier than you might think. It can save you money, it conserves resources, it is healthier for you and your family, and most importantly it is the right thing to do.

Sources For This Article: Jeffery M. Wolf General Contractor Inc. 2724 22nd Street North St. Petersburg, FL 33713 Contact: Jeffery Wolf, GCP (727) 895-4858 http://jmwolf.net Strobel Design Build 2716 6th Ave. South St. Petersburg, FL 33712 Contact: Don Strobel, CR, CKBR, GCP (727) 321-5588 www.strobeldesignbuild.com NARI TAMPA BAY AREA

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A KITCHEN WITH A EUROPEAN FLARE

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t didn’t take long for the Markie family to decide the kitchen in their newly purchased home needed a total makeover. A 1950s vintage bungalow that had undergone several additions, the kitchen was outdated and poorly designed.

“Not only did it have pink tile floors, blue countertops and blond cupboards, but it had a dysfunctional layout as well,” says Elizabeth Markie. “My husband and I love to cook and every time we did, we would get mad. You could be working at the stove and you needed to go across the room to get access to cookware.”

The kitchen was also dark and gloomy.

The room’s main windows were covered with shutters that couldn’t be opened all the way because they were blocked by the faucet. The room was closed off from the dining room and living room which provide views of the home’s pool and beautiful backyard.

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vision of what they wanted. Ultimately, the new kitchen would be their design.

“We had done kitchens before in other houses so we had some general ideas,” Elizabeth comments. “We wanted a style that was sort of European contemporary.

So we collected kitchen and remodeling magazines looking for styles, features and colors to bring the look together. We never really saw a kitchen that looked like ours, but we found our components and then put them together into a design that works for us,” she says.

THE REMODEL West Coast Remodelers & Construction Inc., in Tampa, was selected as the remodeling contractor for the project.

The West Coast team removed the existing windows and built a new header to allow for a large energy efficient picture window to be installed facing the pool.

“The new window looks out over our pool, landscaping and a golf course, so it really brings the outside in, providing great natural lighting and personality to the space,” Elizabeth says.

Another window was replaced with a higher energy efficient window that also served as a pass-thru to the pool for entertaining. Interior walls were removed to allow for more cabinet space, installing an eight-foot full pantry wall and to open up the kitchen to the dining room.

The sink was centered under the picture window (formerly off-set) and the refrigerator location was moved to the tall pantry wall. A new four-foot-wide Viking counter-depth refrigerator is positioned in the center of the kitchen action for easy access. A “bamboo looking” granite shelf was installed at the passthru to the pool.

Italian 8" x 24" porcelain floor tiles in a grey charcoal color were installed with a subway pattern that blended well with the existing hardwood floors that surrounded the kitchen on both sides. A unique marble from Vermont was selected for the main counter tops. Harder than most marble, it was honed for a soft look and feel, yet durable finish. It was sealed for protection from high acidic liquids and foods. An etched granite www.remodelinform.com

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from Brazil with color swirls that complement both the Vermont marble tops and porcelain flooring was selected as the island counter top.

Recessed lighting was installed at strategic work stations around the kitchen perimeter and sleek pendant lights were added over the island to compliment the large amount of natural light now entering the kitchen.

An over-sized gas range from Bertazzoni with an etched stainless steel backsplash is perfect for a family that loves to cook. Because the range was set in a corner at a 45 degree angle, it was a challenge for the West Coast team to make the countertops and cabinet fronts look continuous going from one wall, past the range, and over to the other wall.

To meet the challenge, the marble had to be cut to fit around the handles of the range, creating gaps between the cabinets and the range. West Coast custom fit the cabinet panels and installed them in a reverse angle to hide the gaps and create a closed look from the front.

Solid cherry wood cabinetry from KraftMaid® in a coffee finish features large sleek brushed nickel handles. Finally, the under-counter wine cooler by Avanti provides a great finishing touch to a room that has become the hub of the home.

According to Elizabeth, the results speak for themselves. “We are absolutely always in the kitchen. It’s a great place to gather as a family,” she says. “We really don’t go out to dinner anymore.”

SELECTING WEST COAST West Coast Remodelers & Construction was one of eight remodelers the Markies interviewed. Ultimately, they were selected not on price, but on personality.

“We were able to establish a level of trust with Doug King (company vice president),” Elizabeth says. “We felt he really listened to us. And that made all the difference.”

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A PLACE FOR FAMILY

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were able to be placed within the square footage that comprised the existing entryway, exterior foyer and dining room. This allowed the traffic flow of the home to be maintained with minimal impact on the existing living space.

And while a kitchen closet had to be eliminated, a wonderful new walk-in pantry tucked under the stairs more than replaced it.

“Watching the stairs being built was amazing,” says Heidi. “They started with raw wood and stained and buffed and stained and buffed until they got the oak to match the wood floors above and below perfectly.”

The new staircase flows directly into the new space. To the left is a wet bar/pantry with dark cabinets, a microwave and a refrigerator. A gorgeous picture window bringing lots of natural light into the space is centered on the left wall. To the right is a half bath and the home office (staged along the wall). The rest of the space is a big playroom with couches, chairs and an entertainment center.

A new foyer/entry design completes the remodel. “My biggest concern was making my house look like we just stuck a room on top of the garage,” Heidi comments. “I really wanted it to look like it was part of the original house.”

To meet this need, a new foyer was extended out five feet to the front of the setback. Using a side entry door allowed the entrance to be covered. Two large windows allow for more natural light into the space and, importantly, repeat design details. The elevated arch gives the home a nice step down effect along the roof line.

SELECTING THE RIGHT REMODELING PROFESSIONAL Heidi credits Mueller Remodeling in Seminole for the project’s success. “We originally interviewed four builders and no one really called us back to ask for our business,” she says. “We knew if they weren’t calling us back at this point, we probably couldn’t count on them to call us back once the project was underway.”

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hen Heidi and Derek A’Hara built their home in 2000, it was perfect for the two of them. But two children later, they knew they needed to expand. While they had plenty of bedroom space, they wanted to provide a “fun” spot where their children and their friends could play. They also wanted to move Derek’s home office from the master bedroom to the new space, so the addition would need to satisfy his needs as well.

“We knew what we wanted to accomplish in the room, but not where to add the space,” says Heidi. “The only rooms in our home with flat ceilings were the kid’s bedrooms and the garage so we had five builders come in and give us their ideas. Everyone seemed to agree that the most cost effective solution would be to add the room over our garage,” she says.

MAKING THE SPACE WORK The first phase of the project involved deciding where to put the stairway. The home’s existing dining room was large enough that the stairs to the new room

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“We started getting exasperated, so we kept looking. Derek did a web search of local remodelers and we found Mueller Remodeling. We really liked their website so we set up a meeting,” she says.

“Prior to the meeting, we mentioned them to my mother and it turned out she knew them during her career selling appliances. And she gave them a glowing recommendation.”

Heidi reports that they knew they had found their remodeling contractor right away. “They were nice and very receptive.

We knew they were listening to our needs.”

She also credits them with guiding her through the process in terms of product selection so the project was able to proceed without delays.

Source for this article: Mueller Remodeling, Inc. 11090 66 Terrace North Seminole, FL 33772 Contact: David Mueller, CR, CKBR Phone: (727) 397-1063 www.mueller-remodelinginc.com Artistic Pavers & Surfaces, Inc. 5682 Fruitville Road Sarasota, FL 33762 Contact: Jim Ayscue Phone: (727) 573-0918 www.artisticpas.com Knothole Creations Inc. 13205 40th Street North Clearwater, FL 33762 Contact: David Brown Phone: (727) 561-9107 www.knotholecreations.com

The Construction Team t often takes a team remodeling professionals to make a project successful. As a top remodeling contractor, Mueller Remodeling works with some of the best specialty contractors in the business.

For the A’Haraproject, David Mueller, CR, hired Knothole Creations for the custom woodwork used in the addition and Artistic Pavers & Surfaces for a new front entry patio. Both provided work that was critical to the final “look” of the renovation.

“Every successful project relies on the craftsmanship of the individual team members,” says Mueller. “We use both Knothole and Artistic Pavers on a regular basis because we can count on getting top-notch results.”

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EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS “The project has far exceeded our expectations,” Heidi says. “We use the new room all of the time. And when you drive into our cul de sac, our home just stands out.”

“Our goal in doing this project was not to move,” she says. “We love our

neighborhood and we wanted to create a space that would let us stay living here for a long time. We’re really happy with the results.”

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Member Specialties CONTRACTORS

General Contractors - Residential (cont’d)

Additions David Allbritton Building Contractor ...................................727-481-5102 Jamco Unlimited, Inc. ......................................................727-647-1793 Jeffrey M. Wolf Contractor, Inc. ........................................727-895-4858 McClure Contracting Inc. ................................................727-417-5911 Mueller Remodeling Inc. ..................................................727-397-1063 Van Selow Design Build L.L.C...........................................727-391-2959 West Coast Remodelers & Construction Inc.........................727-410-9829

Architects/Designers/Engineers ADC Pace - Architectural Services .....................................727-528-8976

Bathroom Remodeling Jamco Unlimited, Inc. ......................................................727-647-1793 Mueller Remodeling Inc. ..................................................727-397-1063 West Coast Remodelers & Construction Inc.........................727-410-9829

Building Material Suppliers Steve’s Windows & Doors Inc ..........................................727-545-4701

Cabinets Busby Cabinets..............................................................386-462-2709

Carpentry Closet Solutions By Euro Design........................................727-367-5070 Hammer for Hire, Inc. .....................................................813-943-3280 McClure Carpentry ........................................................727-417-5911

Countertops Cutting Edge Granite Inc .................................................727-214-8227

Custom Cabintes Knothole Creations .........................................................727-452-3597

Design / Build Remodeling Contractors David Allbritton Building Contractor ...................................727-481-5102 Florida Renovators Inc .....................................................727-458-6897 Jeffrey M. Wolf Contractor, Inc. ........................................727-895-4858 JTR Contractors Inc .........................................................813-661-3150 McClure Contracting Inc. ................................................727-417-5911 Mueller Remodeling Inc. ..................................................727-397-1063 Osinga Construction Inc. .................................................727-586-4118 Ronald E. Rybolt, Inc .....................................................727-585-3019 Van Selow Design Build L.L.C...........................................727-391-2959 West Coast Remodelers & Construction Inc.........................727-410-9829

Green Remodeling Van Selow Design Build L.L.C...........................................727-391-2959

HVAC Contractors/Suppliers Air Quality Control, Inc ...................................................727-433-7080

Kitchen & Bath Design/Remodel Contractors Century Kitchen and Bath, Inc ..........................................727-522-1909 Collective Construction & Interiors .....................................727-657-1670 David Allbritton Building Contractor ...................................727-481-5102 McClure Contracting Inc. ................................................727-417-5911 Mueller Remodeling Inc. ..................................................727-397-1063 Olde World Cabinetry Inc...............................................727-530-9779 One Stop Kitchens & Bath Inc ..........................................727-328-8600 Van Selow Design Build L.L.C...........................................727-391-2959 West Coast Remodelers & Construction Inc.........................727-410-9829

Kitchen & Bath Remodeler with Showroom Jamco Unlimited Inc ........................................................727-647-1793 Kuttler Kitchens Inc..........................................................727-549-1530

Kitchen Cabinets & Tops - Supplier McCabinet, Inc .............................................................727-608-5929

Painting Call Paul Painting, Inc. ....................................................727-244-9954 Certapro Painters Pasco-Pinellas ........................................813-927-3600

Doors, Windows & Glass Contractors/Suppliers

Plumbing Contractors/Suppliers

Duramade Windows & Doors Inc .....................................727-919-3606 Morgan Exteriors Inc.......................................................813-931-4663 Stanek Vinyl Windows ....................................................727-560-0411

Residential Remodeling

Drywall, Metal Framing & Acoustical Ceilings Huffman Drywall, Inc ......................................................727-458-6256

Electricians/Electrical Contractors Clear Choice Electrical Inc. .............................................727-515-6920 Mike Currie Electric ........................................................727-919-9471 Theta Electric Inc ............................................................727-420-3175

Exterior Finishes Contractors/Suppliers Artistic Pavers & Pool Renovations .....................................727-573-0918

Flooring Suppliers/Installations

Besel Plumbing Inc .........................................................727-544-5914 All Tight Construction ......................................................727-541-1320 Aluminum Craftsmen/Thomas Construction..........................727-536-0434 B. T. Design & Consulting Inc ...........................................727-460-9184 David Allbritton Building Contractor ...................................727-481-5102 Jamco Unlimited, Inc. ......................................................727-647-1793 Jeffrey M. Wolf Contractor, Inc. ........................................727-895-4858 JS Perry & Co Inc. ..........................................................727-479-2104 McClure Contracting Inc. ................................................727-417-5911 Osinga Construction Inc. .................................................727-586-4118 Van Selow Design Build L.L.C...........................................727-391-2959 West Coast Remodelers & Construction Inc.........................727-410-9829

Authentic Hardwood Flooring Inc ......................................727-786-6330 European Tile and Floors .................................................727-545-9900 NAFFCO......................................................................813-254-4066

Shower Enclosures

General Contractors - Commercial

R. A. Ford III Inc.............................................................727-784-2212

Bay Breeze Enterprises, Inc ..............................................727-384-1312 Watters Contracting Group..............................................727-458-5177

General Contractors - Residential A Woman’s Touch Building Contractors ..............................727-771-1479 AAA Services of Central Florida, Inc..................................727-447-7112 Ace Remodeling Contractors Inc .......................................727-522-2101 Blue Diamond Builders ....................................................727-647-2239 Cove Builders, Inc ..........................................................727-596-0399 Daniel E. Ashline Inc.......................................................727-420-5315 David Allbritton Building Contractor ...................................727-481-5102 Emerald Contractors Inc ..................................................727-410-0625 Greaves Construction Inc.................................................813-985-2739 J2 Solutions Inc ..............................................................941-270-6050 Jack W. Johnson, Inc ......................................................727-656-9219

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Jeffery M. Wolf General Contractor, Inc .............................727-895-4858 KEL Construction Company ..............................................727-458-7499 Mac Design Build ..........................................................727-938-1300 McClure Contracting Inc. ................................................727-417-5911 Mueller Remodeling Inc ...................................................727-421-5747 Osinga Construction Inc ..................................................727-586-4118 Palm Builders Suncoast Inc ...............................................727-458-3746 Progressive Builders Inc ...................................................239-939-5411 Pyramid Aluminum Inc .....................................................727-585-8441 Strobel Design Build .......................................................727-321-5588 Sun Bay Builders Inc .......................................................727-525-2405 Terry G. Perkins Construction Inc .......................................727-409-9817 Total Professional Installations Inc.......................................813-630-1706 TriplePoint Design Build ...................................................727-302-9116 Van Selow Design Build L.L.C...........................................727-391-2959 West Coast Remodelers & Construction Inc.........................727-410-9829 West Shore Construction Corporation ................................813-938-0465

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Cutting Edge Granite Inc .................................................727-214-8227

Siding Contractors Tile, Granite, Marble Contractor/Supplier/Fabricator Champion Tile & Marble, Inc ...........................................727-461-3824 Cutting Edge Granite Inc .................................................727-214-8227 Tuscany Tile Inc..............................................................727-345-9837 West Shore Construction Corp. ........................................727-531-7622

Whole House Renovation David Allbritton Building Contractor ...................................727-481-5102 Jamco Unlimited, Inc. ......................................................727-647-1793 Jeffrey M. Wolf Contractor, Inc. ........................................727-895-4858 McClure Contracting Inc. ................................................727-417-5911 Mueller Remodeling Inc. ..................................................727-397-1063 Osinga Construction Inc. .................................................727-586-4118 Van Selow Design Build L.L.C...........................................727-391-2959 West Coast Remodelers & Construction Inc.........................727-410-9829

For a full listing of NARI members please see the membership directory beginning on page 30.

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NARI Tampa Bay Area Member Specialties

SUPPLIERS, MANUFACTURERS & TRADE RELATED SERVICES Additions AAA Services of Central Florida, Inc..................................727-447-7112 Arrowhead Point Contracting Inc.......................................727-542-4291

Government Pinellas County Housing Authority .....................................727-443-7684

Hardwood Floors, Hardwood Molding, Stairs G. F. Weiss Industries Inc DBA: Weiss Hardwoods ..............727-535-4634

HVAC Contractors/Suppliers

BB&T ...........................................................................727-327-3636

Advanced Comfort Solutions, Inc. .....................................727-209-0395 Bay Area Heating and Cooling Inc. ..................................727-586-6265 Ferguson Enterprises Inc...................................................727-521-2691 Service-Tech Corporation .................................................727-539-7000

Affiliated Professional

Insurance

Affiliate Organization City Of St. Petersburg .....................................................727-551-3391 PCCLB/Pinellas County Construction .................................727-421-7159 Pinellas Technical Education Center.........................727-893-2500 x1079 TECO Peoples Gas ........................................................813-917-6168

Appliance Sales Appliance Gallery Inc .....................................................727-530-5150 Custom Distributors Appliances .........................................813-714-9495 Ferguson Enterprises Inc...................................................727-521-2691 Florida Builder Appliances ...............................................813-885-7913

Architects/Designers/Engineers A S and E Inc................................................................813-948-2812 Sofarelli & Associates Architecture Inc ................................727-530-3535 Suncoast Architecture LLC ................................................727-522-7207

Attorneys Baughman Law Group, P.A..............................................727-623-9048 Mouser & Mouser P.A. ....................................................727-822-0300

Bathroom Remodeling Tradesmen International Inc. .............................................813-885-6700

Blinds Ideal Window Fashions ..................................................727-373-9946

Building Material Suppliers ASI Building Products ......................................................813-309-8715 Cemex, Inc. ..................................................................813-299-8144 ITW Paslode .................................................................407-492-6872 ProBuild........................................................................727-535-6435 Tibbetts Lumber Company................................................727-322-1403

Business Consulting Ideal Consulting Services, Inc...........................................516-382-0862

Cabinets H.I.S. Cabinetry, Inc.......................................................727-527-7262

Concrete - Decorative Artistic Pavers & Surfaces.................................................727-573-0918

Continuing Education Providers 2Pro-Tech-U Inc. .............................................................727-542-4291 Pinellas County Job Corps................................................727-551-2917

Countertops Cutting Edge Granite Inc .................................................727-214-8227 H.I.S. Cabinetry, Inc.......................................................727-527-7262 Stone Saver, Inc.............................................................813-949-7906

Custom Cabinetry A-1 Custom Cabinets......................................................727-447-6815 H.I.S. Cabinetry, Inc.......................................................727-527-7262 Knothole Creations .........................................................727-452-3597

Custom Home Audio & Video Pyramid Sound & Light Inc ...............................................727-372-0809

Decking & Lumber Decks and Docks Lumber.................................................727-647-9252

Design/Build AAA Services of Central Florida, Inc..................................727-447-7112

Docks Decks and Docks Lumber.................................................727-647-9252

Doors, Windows & Glass Contractors/Suppliers Banning Lumber and Millwork ..........................................727-539-6455 Crow Industries Inc .........................................................727-539-8001 Norandex Distribution .....................................................813-621-7749 Pella Windows & Doors ..................................................727-585-4007

Flooring Suppliers/Installations Carpet Store Inc ............................................................727-512-4728 ProSource Of Pinellas County ...........................................727-545-9935

General Contractors - Residential AAA Services of Central Florida, Inc..................................727-447-7112 Agape Tile Works, Inc ....................................................727-585-6914 Archadeck of Tampa Bay ................................................813-601-8207 Arrowhead Point Contracting Inc.......................................727-542-4291

Jensen & Jensen Insurance ................................................727-403-1522 Nicholas Insurance LLC ...................................................727-424-7978 Principal Financial Group ................................................727-410-6635

Kitchen Remodeling AAA Services of Central Florida, Inc..................................727-447-7112 Arrowhead Point Contracting Inc.......................................727-542-4291

Kitchen Showroom H.I.S. Cabinetry, Inc.......................................................727-527-7262

Lead Abatement 2Pro-Tech-U Inc. .............................................................727-542-4291

Lighting Ferguson Enterprises Inc...................................................727-521-2691

Lumber Snavely Forest Products Inc. .............................................727-224-4356 Tibbetts Lumber Company................................................727-322-1403

Media 4th Dimension Media Inc ................................................414-915-8325

Millwork ProBuild........................................................................727-535-6435 Tibbetts Lumber Company................................................727-322-1403

Mouldings Tibbetts Lumber Company................................................727-322-1403

Nonprofit Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay ........................................813-878-9000

Pavers Artistic Pavers & Surfaces.................................................727-573-0918

Plumbing Contractors/Suppliers Ferguson Enterprises Inc...................................................727-521-2691

Pool Repair Artistic Pavers & Surfaces.................................................727-573-0918

Railings Decks and Docks Lumber.................................................727-647-9252

Remodeler AAA Services of Central Florida, Inc..................................727-447-7112 Arrowhead Point Contracting Inc.......................................727-542-4291

Shades and Shutters Ideal Window Fashions ..................................................727-373-9946

Shower Enclosures Cutting Edge Granite Inc .................................................727-214-8227

Suppliers Acoustiblok, Inc. ............................................................813-980-1400 Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County ReStore ..................727-209-2199 Knothole Creations Inc ....................................................727-452-3597

Tile, Granite, Marble Contractor/Supplier/Fabricator Cutting Edge Granite Inc .................................................727-214-8227 Florence Marble and Granite Inc ......................................727-647-1708 Gulf Tile Distributors Of FL Inc...........................................727-585-2816 Marla Davidson Tile & Stone Co......................................813.890.0094 Quality Marble Inc .........................................................727-527-1676

Truss Designers/Manufacturers/Suppliers Florida Forest Products.....................................................727-585-2067 ProBuild........................................................................727-535-6435 Tibbetts Lumber Company................................................727-322-1403

Utilities TECO Peoples Gas ........................................................813-228-4665

Windows & Doors Andersen Windows........................................................941-504-8978 ProBuild........................................................................727-535-6435 Stanek Vinyl Windows ....................................................727-560-0411 Tibbetts Lumber Company................................................727-322-1403

Window Treatments Ideal Window Fashions ..................................................727-373-9946

Whole House Renovation AAA Services of Central Florida, Inc..................................727-447-7112

For a full listing of NARI members please see the membership directory beginning on page 30.

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Membership Directory 2Pro-Tech-U Inc. 1110 Pinellas Bayway, Ste 213 Tierra Verde, FL 33715 Contact: Tom Rodgers Phone: 727-542-4291 2protechu@gmail.com www.2pro-tech-u.com 4th Dimension Media Inc W298 N1004 St James Way Waukesha, WI 53188-9464 Contact: Kevin Ford Phone: 414-915-8325 kford@4dmi.net www.4dmi.net A S and E Inc. 24710 State Road 54 Lutz, FL 33559-6226 Contact: Robert Wall Phone: 813-948-2812 rwall@asande.com www.asande.com A Woman’s Touch Building Contractors 100 Colette Ct Oldsmar, FL 34677 Contact: Gale Pollack Phone: 727-771-1479 awt@tampabay.rr.com www.awtconstruction.com

A-1 Custom Cabinets 2048 Range Road Clearwater, FL 33765 Contact: Arthur Whitney Phone: 727-447-6815 art@a-1customcabinets.com www.a-1customcabinets.com

Advanced Comfort Solutions, Inc. AAA Services Of Central Florida, Inc. 2840 West Bay Dr, #259 Belleair Bluffs, FL 33770 Contact: Joseph Logar, CR Phone: 727-447-7112 aaaservices@verizon.net www.aaaservicesonline.com License #: CBC-1252171

AAA Services of Central Florida is a full service, award winning construction/remodeling company serving the Tampa Bay area for over 25 years.

AAA Services and owner Joe Logar, Sr. has a reputation for excellent workmanship and exceptional customer service! There is no job to big or small – AAA performs a variety of construction services! AAA is fully licensed and insured. Call us today for a free estimate!

Ideal is a family owned Custom Window Treatment company with over 25 years of residential and commercial industry experience, sales and service. Specializing in Hunter Douglas Blinds, Shades, Shutters and Motorizations including award winning Green, Energy Efficient and Environmentally Safe products installed by a Hunter Douglas Certified Professional Installer/Trainer.

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Ace Remodeling Contractors Inc 5801 43rd Street N St Petersburg, FL 33714 Contact: David Ryder Phone: 727-522-2101 dryder4@tampabay.rr.com www.aceremodelingcontractors.com Acoustiblok, Inc. 6900 Interbay Boulevard Tampa, FL 33616 Contact: William Harris Phone: 813-980-1400 wharris@acoustiblok.com www.acoustiblok.com ADC Pace - Architectural Services 3934 Huntington Street NE St. Petersburg, FL 33703 Contact: Gina Wilkins Phone: 727-528-8976 gina@adcpace.com www.adcpace.com

5100 Ulmerton Rd., Unit 11 Clearwater, FL 33760 Contact: Karen Mitchell Phone: 727-209-0395 Fax: 727-499-7937 km@acomfortsolutions.com www.AComfortSolutions.com License #: CAC1814958

Advanced Comfort Solutions, your York Certified Comfort Experts are trained to give you professional home comfort services: • An evaluation of your home’s size, age, design, climate characteristics and utility costs.

• A system recommendation that fits your family’s comfort needs, your home, your lifestyle and your budget • The assurance of proper installation and customer care, including warranties and maintenance options.

Agape Tile Works, Inc 10925 Ulmerton Road Largo, FL 33778 Contact: Ed Garland Phone: 727-585-6914 sales@agapetileworks.com www.agapetileworks.com Air Quality Control, Inc 4582 28th Street N St Petersburg, FL 33714-3928 Contact: Joseph Renda, GCP Phone: 727-433-7080 jrenda@aqcinc.biz www.aqcinc.biz All Tight Construction 6590 68th Ave Pinellas Park, FL 33781 Contact: Bruce Vorac Phone: 727-541-1320 bruce@alltightconstruction.com www.alltightconstruction.com www.remodelinform.com

Read it online.

Thinking of pavers? Think Artistic!

When it’s time to upgrade your pool deck, patio or driveway, call the company that has been making West Central Florida homes more beautiful for over 25 YEARS!

www.artisticpas.com Honest • Reliable • Quality Driven

Coming Fall 2011

Clearwater: 12700 Automobile Blvd.

Tampa: 3426 S. Westshore Blvd.

Sarasota: 5682 Fruitville Road Pinellas ...........................727-573-0918 Hillsborough ....................813-968-6705 Sarasota..........................941-861-8900 Pasco..............................727-845-8900 Toll Free .......................1-888-613-3120 Fully Licensed & Insured • PCCLB #-10121 FL #SCC131150204

NARI Tampa Bay Area Membership Directory Aluminum Craftsmen/Thomas Construction 12841 66th Street N Largo, FL 33773-1806 Contact: Tom Tafelski Phone: 727-536-0434 TomT@ThomasConstruct.com www.thomasconstruct.com

Artistic Pavers & Surfaces, Inc.

Andersen Windows 10309 Baltusrol Pl Bradenton, FL 34202-9761 Contact: Al Rambo Phone: 941-504-8978 alan.rambo@andersencorp.com www.andersenwindows.com

12700 Automobile Blvd.

Clearwater, FL 33762 Contact: Jim Ayscue, CPC1458001 Phone: (727) 573-0918 Fax: (727) 572-9121 jim@artisticpas.com www.artisticpas.com

Baughman Law Group, P.A. 6570 30th Avenue North St Petersburg, Florida 33710 Contact: Jeff Baughman Phone: 727-623-9048 jeff@baughmanlawgroup.com www.baughmanlawgroup.com

Arrowhead Point Property Corp.

Have you been thinking of upgrading to pavers or travertine? If so, Think Artistic! Artistic Pavers and Surfaces has been making West Central Florida homes more beautiful for OVER 25 Years.

Whether it’s a driveway, pool deck, or patio, call or visit the professionals which have installed more than 3,000 jobs in the past four years alone!

Showrooms in Clearwater, Tampa and Sarasota.

1110 Pinellas Bayway, Suite 213 Tierra Verde, FL 33715 Contact: Tom Rodgers Phone: 727-542-4291 arrowheadpointgc@gmail.com www.arrowheadpointproperty.com

ASI Building Products 145 Meadowlark Drive Safety Harbor, FL 34695-2021 Contact: Jim Grof Phone: 813-309-8715 JGrof@ASIBP.com www.asibp.com Authentic Hardwood Flooring Inc P.O. Box 206 Largo, FL 33779-0206 Contact: Gordon Grunz Phone: 727-786-6330 gordongrunz@gmail.com

Arrowhead Point is experienced in developing Multifloor buildings constructed in Velocity Flood Zones under Florida's stringent Threshold Construction Law. What Does Arrowhead Do? Design: Interface with Engineers, Planners and Architects to create documents required for Agency review processes.

Develop: Manage site improvement and infrastructure installations.

Deliver: Manage vertical construction of all site improvements and deliver completed project to owner.

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Bay Area Heating and Cooling Inc. 2322 Lake Avenue SE Unit A Largo, FL 33771 Contact: John Mulder Phone: 727-586-6265 j.mulder@bayareaheatingandcooling.com www.bayareaheatingandcooling.com Bay Breeze Enterprises, Inc 6727 1st Avenue South, Suite 101 St Petersburg, FL 33707-1340 Contact: Bob Phillips, LEED AP, CR, GCP Phone: 727-384-1312 Bob@Baybreezeenterprises.com www.baybreezeenterprises.com

Appliance Gallery Inc 13055 Starkey Road Largo, FL 33773-1416 Contact: Lynn Kislin Phone: 727-530-5150 applgall@tampabay.rr.com Archadeck of Tampa Bay 405 S. Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, FL 33609 Contact: John Atkinson Phone: 813-601-8207 john@johnmatkinson.com www.tampa.archadeck.com

Fall 2011

B. T. Design & Consulting Inc 1973 Country Road #1 Dunedin, FL 34698 Contact: Robert Thomas Phone: 727-460-9184 carpetbagger@tampabay.rr.com Banning Lumber and Millwork 12595 S Belcher Road Largo, FL 33773-3015 Contact: Marc Banning Phone: 727-539-6455 blminfo@teambanning.com www.teambanning.com

BB&T 100 34th St. N St. Petersburg, FL 33713 Contact: Kathy Marcum Phone: 727-327-3636 kmarcum@bbandt.com BBandT.com Besel Plumbing Inc 7855 62nd Way N Pinellas Park, FL 33781-2244 Contact: Michael Besel Phone: 727-544-5914 beselplumbing@yahoo.com www.BeselPlumbing.com Blue Diamond Builders 10520 75th Street North Largo, FL 33777-1418 Contact: Wesley Jenkins, CR, CKBR, GCP, CAPS Phone: 727-647-2239 info@bluediamond-builders.com www.bluediamond-builders.com Busby Cabinets 13313 Southern Precast Drive Alachua, FL 32615 Contact: Mike DaRoza Phone: 386-462-2709 mdaroza@busbycabinets.com www.busbycabinets.com Call Paul Painting, Inc. 6740 Burlington Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL 33710 Contact: Paul Melanson Phone: 727-244-9954 paul@callpaulpainting.com www.callpaulpainting.com Carpet Store Inc 2860 22nd Avenue N St Petersburg, FL 33713 Contact: Tom Cobane Phone: 727-512-4728 tomc715@yahoo.com www.fortheflooronline.com

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Fall 2011

NARI Tampa Bay Area Membership Directory

Cemex, Inc. 5501 Hanna Avenue East Tampa, FL 33610 Contact: Marco Iacobucci Phone: 813-299-8144 miacobucci@cemexusa.com www.cemexone.com

Crow Industries Inc 2106 Lions Club Road, Unit #1 Clearwater, FL 33764 Contact: Terry Crow Phone: 727-539-8001 LCrow@CrowIndustries.com www.crowindustries.com

Century Kitchen and Bath, Inc 204 37th Avenue N #130 St Petersburg, FL 33704 Contact: Carl Ozug Phone: 727-522-1909 centurykitchenandbath@hotmail.com

Custom Distributors Appliances 12260 Race Track Road Tampa, FL 33626 Contact: Chris Swisher Phone: 813-714-9495 cswisher@customdistributors.com www.customdistributors.com

Certapro Painters Pasco-Pinellas 334 East Lake Road #324 Palm Harbor, FL 34685 Contact: Joel Freedland Phone: 813-927-3600 certapropasco-pinellas@hotmail.com palmharbor.certapro.com Champion Tile & Marble, Inc 3734 131st Avenue N #14 Clearwater, FL 33762 Contact: Dean Dupre Phone: 727-461-3824 dean@champtile.com www.champtile.com City Of St. Petersburg P.O. Box 2842 St Petersburg, FL 33731-2842 Contact: Rick Dunn Phone: 727-551-3391 Rick.dunn@stpete.org www.stpete.org

Collective Construction & Interiors P O BOX 130383 Tampa, FL 33681 Contact: Lisa Berardo, LEED Phone: 727-657-1670 lisa@ccandinteriors.com www.CCandInteriors.com Cove Builders, Inc 14011 Silver Oak Circle Largo, FL 33774-3008 Contact: Lawrence Voss, CR Phone: 727-596-0399 Skip@CoveBuildersInc.com www.covebuildersinc.com

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704 Court St Clearwater, FL 33756 Contact: David Allbritton Phone: 727-481-5102 info@dabcinc.com www.dabcinc.com License #: CB-C017153

Cutting Edge Granite Inc 12350 S Belcher Road, #13A Largo, FL 33773-3009 Contact: Sherry Crawford Phone: 727-214-8227 scrawford@cuttingedgegranite.com www.cuttingedgegranite.com Granite Lic. #C-8188

Clear Choice Electrical Inc. 210 South Evergreen Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 Contact: Dan Bilodeau Phone: 727-515-6920 dan@clearchoiceelectrical.com www.clearchoiceelectrical.com Closet Solutions By Euro Design 997 Boca Ciega Isle Drive St Pete Beach, FL 33706 Contact: Derek Andrews Phone: 727-367-5070 dnaandrews@yahoo.com www.closetsolutionsbyeurodesign.com

David Allbritton Building Contractor, Inc.

Cutting Edge Granite is a full scale granite, quartz, marble, and solid surface fabrication and installation company. We fabricate and install everything from countertops, furniture tops, vanity tops, fireplace surrounds and beyond. This is possible thanks to our CNC fabrication equipment and water-jet technology which allows us to produce more complex designs and edging options to meet your needs.

Daniel E. Ashline Inc PO Box 1021 St Petersburg, FL 33731-0021 Contact: Daniel Ashline, CR Phone: 727-420-5315 clientservices@danieleashline.com www.danieleashline.com

Specializing in Remodeling, David Allbritton is an award winning Contractor who has served the Tampa Bay area since 1980. David offers complete design/build services that can transform your home into a showplace. Talk to David about turning your dreams into reality. His first priority is to fulfill the needs and exceed expectations of his clients. Kitchens, bathrooms, additions and entire house remodels are his specialty.

HIS Cabinetry and Countertops provides Predictable Delivery and Installation of Custom Cabinetry and Countertops for Remodelers. Fullservice woodshop with Stain Color-Matching Available. Countertop fabrication using Granite, Quartz and Solid Surface materials. Florida’s Largest CorianŽ Fabricator and Installer.

HIS Cabinetry and Countertops 3112 44th Avenue North St. Petersburg, Florida 33714 Contact: Skip Fritz, General Manager Phone: (727) 527-7262 Fax: (727) 528-8068 skip@hiscabinetry.com www.hiscabinetry.com NARI TAMPA BAY AREA

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Decks and Docks Lumber 1281 Court Street Clearwarer, FL 33756 Contact: Steve Kern Phone: 727-647-9252 Steve@Decks-Docks.com www.Decks-Docks.com

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery 6600 49th St Pinellas Park, FL 33781 Contact: Matthew Flock Phone: 727-521-2691 matthew.flock@ferguson.com www.ferguson.com

Fall 2011 Florida Renovators Inc 12033 65th Lane North Largo, FL 33773-3638 Contact: Dean Jarvis, CR, CKBR, MBR Phone: 727-458-6897 Flrenovators@tampabay.rr.com www.floridarenovators.com G. F. Weiss Industries Inc DBA: Weiss Hardwoods 7860 126th Avenue N Largo, FL 33773-1649 Contact: Jeff Weiss Phone: 727-535-4634 jeff@weisshardwoods.com www.weisshardwoods.com Greaves Construction Inc 109 N Burlingame Avenue Temple Terrace, FL 33617-5521 Contact: Jonathan Greaves,, CR, CKBR, CAPS, CGP, CGR Phone: 813-985-2739 jgreaves5@aol.com www.GreavesConstruction.com

AZEK Building Products: With over 25 years of cellular pvc manufacturing experience, AZEK Building Products makes and markets premium, low maintenance exterior building products under the AZEK Brand such as AZEK Deck, the leading brand of stain and scratch resistant decking, and AZEK Trim, the leading brand of trim. Other AZEK products include AZEK Mouldings, AZEK Porch, and AZEK Rail. All of these products offer tangible benefits as an ideal wood replacement product for myriad outdoor uses. For more information about AZEK Building Products, visit the AZEK website at www.azek.com.

Duramade Windows & Doors Inc 5733 Myer Lake Circle Clearwater, FL 33760-2804 Contact: Gary Delia Phone: 727-919-3606 garydelia@yahoo.com www.goduramade.com Emerald Contractors Inc 1118 East Court Street Tarpon Springs, FL 34689-5409 Contact: John Marzulli, CR, CKBR Phone: 727-410-0625 john@emeraldcontractors.com www.emeraldcontractors.com European Tile and Floors 8610-B 66th Street North Pinellas Park, FL 33782 Contact: Mark Ellis Phone: 727-545-9900 markellisetf@aol.com www.europeantileandfloors.com

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Our 16,000 Sq. Ft. Tampa showroom features plumbing, lighting, appliances and cabinets from top manufacturers. Product-knowledgeable consultants understand the remodeling process and will work with you to ensure your projects stay on track and within budget. Call today to make an appointment.

Florence Marble and Granite Inc 6109 N Anderson Rd Tampa, FL 33634-8005 Contact: Anthony D’Angelo Phone: 727-647-1708 anthony@florencemarble.com www.florencemarble.com

Florida Builder Appliances 4901 W. Waters Avenue Tampa, FL 33634 Contact: Ann Kohan Phone: 813-885-7913 akohan@floridabuilderappliances.com www.floridabuilderappliances.com Florida Builder Appliances proudly serves the needs of the building, remodeling and interior design industry, as well as the most sophisticated homeowner. As the largest distributor of prestige brand kitchen, laundry and outdoor cooking appliances you can expect only the best when you visit one of our many South Florida showrooms.

Gulf Tile Distributors Of FL Inc 13553 66th Street N Largo, FL 33771-4998 Contact: Charline Metz Phone: 727-585-2816 cmetz@gulftile.com www.gulftile.com Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County ReStore 3071 118th Ave North St. Petersburg, FL 33716 Contact: Doug DuPont Phone: 727-209-2199 restore@habitatpinellas.org www.habitatpinellas.org Hammer for Hire, Inc. 19915 Bluff Oak Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33647 Contact: Jeremy Kennebeck Phone: 813-943-3280 hammerforhireinc@gmail.com Huffman Drywall, Inc 1264 Dale Circle West Dunedin, FL 34698-4646 Contact: Tom Huffman Phone: 727-458-6256 huffmandrywallinc@live.com Ideal Consulting Services, Inc 628 Cleveland St, #608 Clearwater, FL 33755 Contact: Lorraine Hart Phone: 516-382-0862 lorraine@idealconsulting.net www.idealconsulting.net

Florida Builders, LLC 9146D SW 23rd Street Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33324-5017 Contact: Charles Lynn charlesglynn@bellsouth.net

ITW Paslode 888 Forest Edge Drive Vernon Hills, IL 60047 Contact: Thornton Rogers Phone: 407-492-6872 thornton.rogers@paslode.com www.paslode.com

Florida Forest Products P.O. Box 1345 Largo, FL 33779 Contact: Rick Cashman Phone: 727-585-2067 rcashman@ffptruss.com www.TheTrussPro.com

J2 Solutions Inc 1505 S Tamiami Trail #404 Venice, FL 34285 Contact: Jess Fronckowiak Phone: 941-270-6050 jessf@j2solutionsinc.com www.j2solutionsinc.com www.remodelinform.com

Fall 2011 Jack W. Johnson, Inc 5401 98th Way N St Petersburg, FL 33708-3609 Contact: Jack Johnson, CR Phone: 727-656-9219 jjohns17@tampabay.rr.com

NARI Tampa Bay Area Membership Directory JTR Contractors Inc PO Box 2096 Valrico, FL 33595-0096 Contact: Jeff Radtke Phone: 813-661-3150 jtrcontractors@aol.com www.jtrcontractors.com

McCabinet, Inc 9713 109th Avenue Largo, FL 33773 Contact: Brian McKenzie Phone: 727-608-5929 brian@mccabinet.com www.mccabinet.com

KEL Construction Company 1026 19th Street N St Petersburg, FL 33713-7144 Contact: Ken LaDelfa, CR Phone: 727-458-7499 kelconstco@aol.com

Jamco Unlimited Inc. 1183 Cedar St. Saftey Harbor, FL 34695 Contact: James Macholz, CGC, CR Phone: 727-647-1793 Showroom: 727-412-8524 Fax: 727-412-8526 jim@jamcounlimited.com www.jamcounlimited.com License #: CBC1255679

Jamco offers many services throughout the tri county area from Kitchen & bath remodeling to window or door replacements, green projects, and universal design to help the handicap professional. Room additions and outdoor oasis as seen in the pictures below. We are state certified and nationally certified remodeler, members of Safety Harbor Chamber of commerce. And serve on the board of directors for NARI Tampa Bay. Stop by and visit our showroom @ 1183 Cedar St. Saftey Harbor, Fl 34695.

Jeffery M. Wolf General Contractor, Inc 2724 22nd Street N St Petersburg, FL 33713-4014 Contact: Jeffery Wolf, GCP Phone: 727-895-4858 jwolf@jmwolf.net www.jmwolf.net Jensen & Jensen Insurance 9618 2nd Street N St Petersburg, FL 33702 Contact: Michael Herold Phone: 727-403-1522 jmherold@verizon.net www.paulferraro.com JS Perry & Co Inc. 1055 Charles St Clearwater, FL 33755 Contact: John Perry Phone: 727-479-2104 jsperryco@earthlink.net jsperryandco.com www.remodelinform.com

McClure Contracting, Inc.

Knothole Creations Inc. 13205 40th Street N Clearwater, FL 33762 Contact: David Brown, CKBR Phone: 727-452-3597 Fax: 727-571-1648 David@knotholecreations.com www.knotholecreations.com

Knothole Creations has been serving the Tampa Bay area for over 15 years providing award winning custom cabinetry and furniture to both the residential and commercial markets. Come visit our showroom or call us to schedule an appointment to visit you so that we can make your dream a reality.

Kuttler Kitchens Inc. 8820 66th Court Pinellas Park, FL 33782 Contact: Linda Joy Phone: 727-549-1530 linda@kuttlerkitchens.com www.kuttlerkitchens.com Mac Design Build PO Box 921 Dunedin, FL 34697 Contact: Mark Cameron, SLBE Phone: 727-938-1300 macdesign@myrapidsys.com www.macdesignbuildfl.com Marla Davidson Tile & Stone Co. 3421 W. Kennedy Blvd Tampa, FL 33609 Contact: Marla Davidson Phone: 813.890.0094 marla.davidson@tampadsl.net www.marladavidsontilestone.com

1144 Serpentine Dr S St Petersburg, FL 33705 Contact: Kevin McClure Phone: 727-417-5911 kevin@mcclureremodeling.com www.mcclureremodeling.com License #: CBC1254201

McClure Contracting, Inc. is a full-service remodeling contractor with over 20 years of experience in all areas of construction. No job too big or too small. We specialize in solutions for complex remodeling and problem solving for existing structures. Our company will help you through your project from beginning to end. Our staff will handle design, demolition, framing and finish carpentry, while helping you order all materials necessary to create the look and feel you desire.

Mike Currie Electric 4311 Grand Blvd New Port Richey, FL 34652-5452 Contact: Mike Currie Phone: 727-919-9471 m.currie@mikecurrieelectric.com www.mikecurrieelectric.com Morgan Exteriors Inc 16011 N Nebraska #107 Lutz, FL 33549-6158 Contact: Kirk Morgan Phone: 813-931-4663 morganexteriors@verizon.net www.morganexteriorsinc.com Mouser & Mouser P.A. 1032 9th St. N St Petersburg, FL 33705 Contact: Jeffrey Baughman Phone: 727-822-0300 jbaughman@mouserlaw.com www.mouserlaw.com

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Mueller Remodeling Inc. Seminole, FL 33772 Contact: David Mueller, CR, CKBR Scott Mueller, CKBR Sharon Mueller, Design Assistant Phone: 727-397-1063 Fax: 727-319-3600 muellerd@katewwdb.com www.mueller-remodelinginc.com License: #RB0020714 & #CBC1251109

NAFFCO 1510 South Macdill Avenue Tampa, FL 33629-5214 Contact: Patrick Adipietro Phone: 813-254-4066 pat@naffco.biz www.naffco.biz

Palm Builders Suncoast Inc 5026 1st Avenue N St Petersburg, FL 33710-8204 Contact: Tim Schoenberger Phone: 727-458-3746 Tim@PalmBuildersInc.com www.PalmBuildersInc.com

Nicholas Insurance LLC 3895 Tampa Rd Oldsmar, FL 34677-3121 Contact: Karen Brodeur Phone: 727-424-7978 kbrodeur@nicholasgrp.com

PCCLB/Pinellas County Construction 11701 Belcher Road, Suite 102 Largo, FL 33773-5198 Contact: Rodney Fischer Phone: 727-421-7159 rfischer@co.pinellas.fl.us www.pcclb.com

Norandex Distribution 111 Kelsey Lane Tampa, FL 33619 Contact: Paul Nowlan Phone: 813-621-7749 paul.nowlan@norandex.com www.Norandex.com Olde World Cabinetry Inc 6487 Ulmerton Road Largo, FL 33771-4937 Contact: Nancy Braamse Phone: 727-530-9779 kabinetdesigner@gmail.com www.oldeworldcabinetry.com

Mueller Remodeling, Winner of 43 CotY First Place Awards for Remodeling Excellence, is “Solving Space Challenges with Design Details & Construction Expertise�. Attention to detail is fundamental in the designing stages and the final project. This is YOUR HOME: Where Function & Design should Live Together. This is why every project receives our personal attention. A Building Contractor serving Tampa Bay area since 1974.

Fall 2011

One Stop Kitchens & Bath Inc 2599 22nd Avenue N St Petersburg, FL 33713 Contact: Greg Meana Phone: 727-328-8600 greg.meana@onestopkitchens.com www.onestopkitchens.com

Osinga Construction Inc. 2175 Lake Avenue SE Largo, FL 33771 Contact: Walter Osinga, CR Phone: 727-586-4118 Fax: 727-585-1501 osingaco@aol.com www.osingaconstruction.com License #: CBC040693

Pella Windows & Doors 10500 Ulmerton Road, Ste 304 Largo, FL 33771-3504 Contact: John Lusk Phone: 727-585-4007 LUSKJJ@PELLA.COM www.pella.com Pinellas County Housing Authority 11479 Ulmerton Road Largo, FL 33778 Contact: Leslie Plassman Phone: 727-443-7684 (3065) lplassman@pin-cha.org www.pin-cha.org Pinellas County Job Corps 500 22nd Street South St Petersburg, FL 33712 Contact: Jeremy Kennebeck Phone: 727-551-2917 kennebeck.jeremy@jobcorps.org www.pinellascounty.jobcorps.gov Pinellas Technical Education Center 901 34th Street South St Petersburg, FL 33711-2298 Contact: Mick Collins, CR Phone: 727-893-2500 x1079 collinsmi@pcsb.org www.myptec.org Principal Financial Group 5128 12th Avenue N St. Petersburg, FL 33710 Contact: Judy Lipton Phone: 727-410-6635 judy@grandparadisehomes.com

In 2009 Osinga Construction celebrates its 30th year as a full service remodeler. From kitchens & baths to complete home renovations with a focus on the customer, our design/build & hands-on ability guides our clients from conceptual drawings through completion. www.remodelinform.com

Fall 2011

ProBuild 13750 US Highway 19 N Clearwater, FL 33764 Contact: David James Phone: 727-535-6435 david.james@probuild.com www.probuild.com

NARI Tampa Bay Area Membership Directory Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay 2918 West Kennedy Blvd Tampa, FL 33609 Contact: Jose Garcia Phone: 813-878-9000 jgarcia@rttb.org www.rttb.org Ronald E. Rybolt, Inc 3003 Bluffs Dr Largo, FL 33770-2707 Contact: Ron Rybolt, CR, GCP Phone: 727-585-3019 ron.rybolt@verizon.net www.greenperformanceremodeling.com Service-Tech Corporation 14240 60th Street North Clearwater, FL 33760-2705 Contact: Paul Keller Phone: 727-539-7000 pkeller@service-techcorp.com www.service-techcorp.com

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Progressive Builders Inc 30 Mildred Drive Fort Myers, FL 33901 Contact: Michael Spreckelmeier Phone: 239-939-5411 Info@progressivebuilders.com www.progressivebuilders.com ProSource Of Pinellas County 12397 Belcher Road, Ste 260 Largo, FL 33773-3051 Contact: Walt Rudderow Phone: 727-545-9935 wrudderow@psflooring.com www.prosourcefloors.com/pinellascounty Pyramid Aluminum Inc 530 Commerce Drive S #4 Largo, FL 33770-1851 Contact: Wayne Popiolek Phone: 727-585-8441 wayne@pyramidaluminum.com www.pyramidaluminum.com

Snavely Forest Products Inc. 2420 New Tampa Highway Lakeland, FL 33815 Contact: Jamie Urino Phone: 727-224-4356 jurino@sfpusa.com Sofarelli & Associates Architecture Inc 6365 142nd Avenue North Clearwater, FL 33760 Contact: Michael Sofarelli Phone: 727-530-3535 sofarell@verizon.net

Steve’s Windows & Doors Inc 6720 46th Avenue North St Petersburg, FL 33709-4704 Contact: Steve Gleaton Phone: 727-545-4701 steve.gleaton@steveswindows.com Stone Saver, Inc 300 W Lutz Lake Fern Road Lutz, FL 33548 Contact: Jim Martin Phone: 813-949-7906 StoneSaver2@aol.com www.stonesaver.net Strobel Design Build 2716 6th Avenue S St Petersburg, FL 33712-1552 Contact: Don Strobel, CR, CKBR, GCP Phone: 727-321-5588 don@strobeldesignbuild.com www.strobeldesignbuild.com Sun Bay Builders Inc 2132 Montana Avenue NE St Petersburg, FL 33703-3452 Contact: Mike Miano, CR Phone: 727-525-2405 sunbaybuilders@verizon.net www.sunbaybuilders.com Suncoast Architecture LLC 4711 - 34th St N, Suite G St Petersburg, FL 33714-3060 Contact: Alden Burnett, LEED AP Phone: 727-522-7207 alden.suncoast@gmail.com www.suncoastarchiteture.com

Stanek Vinyl Windows 11721 US Hwy 19 N Clearwater, FL 33764-7405 Contact: John Stafford Phone: 727-560-0411 jstafford@stanekwindows.com www.stanekwindows.com

TECO Peoples Gas 1400 Channelside Drive Tampa, FL 33605 Contact: Randy Sortore Phone: 813-917-6168 Fax: 813-275-3708 rssortore@tecoenergy.com www.peoplesgas.com

Pyramid Sound & Light Inc 5133 State Road 54 New Port Richey, FL 34652-5911 Contact: Randy Hansen Phone: 727-372-0809 randy@pyramidsoundandlight.com Quality Marble Inc 3860 70th Avenue N Pinellas Park, FL 33781-4699 Contact: Mark West Phone: 727-527-1676 Mark@qualitymarble.com www.qualitymarble.com R. A. Ford III Inc. 2761 Poppyseed Court Clearwater, FL 33761 Contact: Robert Ford Phone: 727-784-2212 RobertAFordIII@aol.com www.rafordiiiinc.com www.remodelinform.com

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We manufacture and install our windows and patio doors for unbeatable quality control and certified performance, backed by a lifetime warranty.

TECO Peoples Gas has been serving greater Tampa Bay homes and businesses with reliable, economical and carbon-friendly natural gas for more than a century. We are dedicated to continuing and enhancing our tradition of excellence in customer service. For more information, visit www.peoplegas.com.

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NARI Tampa Bay Area Membership Directory Terry G. Perkins Construction Inc 15325 Harbor Dr Madeira Beach, FL 33708-1820 Contact: Terry Perkins, CR, CGP, CAPS Phone: 727-409-9817 Terry@tgperkins.com www.tgperkins.com

Tradesmen International Inc. 5455 W. Waters Ave. Ste. 210 Tampa, FL 33634 Contact: Bruce Carlson Phone: 813-885-6700 Bruce.Carlson@tradesmeninternational.com www.tradesmeninternational.com

Theta Electric Inc 21955 US Hwy 19 North Clearwater, FL 33765 Contact: Michael Pasquino Phone: 727-420-3175 michael@thetaelectric.com www.thetaelectric.com

TriplePoint Design Build 6400 1st Ave North St Petersburg, FL 33710-8402 Contact: Neal Fiske, CR, GCP Phone: 727-302-9116 neal@triplepointdb.com www.triplepointdb.com Tuscany Tile Inc 7223 Central Avenue St Petersburg, FL 33710-7413 Contact: Anthony Angel Phone: 727-345-9837 anangelto@msn.com

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West Coast Remodelers & Construction Inc 3651 Central Avenue St. Petersburg, FL 33713 Contact: Doug King Phone: 727-410-9829 doug@westcoastremodelers.net www.westcoastremodelers.net License #: CGC059581

Tibbetts Lumber Company Joe Shetler: joe.shetler@tibbetslumber.com 3300 Fairfield Avenue St. Petersburg, FL 33703 Phone: 727-322-1403 Fax: 727-322-1520 Arlen Tillis: arlen.tillis@tibbetslumber.com Bobby Fehr: bobby.fehr@tibbetslumber.com 21033 State Road 54 Lutz,FL 33558 Phone: 727-322-1703 Fax: 813-948-7838

Over the course of his 60+ year career in the industry, Linton N. Tibbetts grew Cox Lumber Co. into one of the largest LBM operations in the United States. Now, the Tibbetts Lumber Family has re-entered Florida’s building material supply business under the name of Tibbetts Lumber Co. Current locations include St. Petersburg, Land O’ Lakes, Ft. Meyers and Palm Bay with other sites planned for future expansion. We look forward to serving our loyal customers of yesteryear and taking care of all your building and remodeling needs.

Total Professional Installations Inc 1923 N 60th Street Tampa, FL 33619-3123 Contact: Mark Ningard, CKBR Phone: 813-630-1706 x202 mark.tpi@verizon.net www.ttl-pro.com

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Van Selow Design Build L.L.C.

West Coast Remodelers & Construction is a designbuild firm specializing in room additions, kitchen and bath remodels and lanai, garage and porch enclosures. We are an award winning remodeler that has integrated homeowner dreams with our innovative design and product selections. Our thanks to the dozens of satisfied clients in the Tampa Bay area that have placed their trust with us.

11125 Park Blvd #104-165 Seminole, FL 33772-4757 Contact: Susanne Van Selow, CKBR, GCP Phone: 727-391-2959 Fax: 727-392-5154 West Shore Construction Corporation susanne@vanselowdesign.com 2857 Executive Drive #220 www.vanselowdesign.com Clearwater, FL 33762 Contact: Chuck Nelms Phone: 813-938-0465 chuck@westshore-construction.com www.westshore-construction.com

Van Selow Design Build L.L.C. is the “CotY 2011 Remodeler of the Year” Tampa Bay Chapter. We are a full service Design and Build Remodeling Contractor. Van Selow Design Build is dedicated to serving our customer's needs, and our goal is 100% customer satisfaction in providing you the best service. Our company was designed to help you achieve your dreams of restoring luster to well used spaces. Come join our family of satisfied customers

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Watters Contracting Group 1720 73rd Cir NE St Petersburg, FL 33702 Contact: Tom Watters Phone: 727-458-5177 thomasmwatters@yahoo.com www.watterscontractinggroup.com

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