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Ask the Expert Whether you’re building your dream dwelling, updating your abode or sprucing up your outdoor living space, you need someone who can fulfill your vision, navigate trends — and keep you on budget. Get to know some of the area’s most knowledgeable and creative home experts. After all, when it comes to improving your living situation, you don’t want to open the front door to just anyone. Photography by CHRISTINE HALL, BEAU KESTER, KATIE MCGEE, KEITH MORGAN, ALE SANTANA & ELEVATED PRODUCTIONS
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Stephanie Hoey, Owner/Lead Designer
I specialize in ... home renovations. Home renovations scared me when I first started in interior design, but now it's my favorite thing to do! It gives us the opportunity to think outside of the box and create something that our clients could have never imagined. No home update is complete without ... proper renderings. As an interior designer, I have the ability to see a space in my mind before it’s actually done. I can explain to someone what their project can look like, but being able to show them on paper is a game changer. My clients love that, and they feel more a part of the process. I love working here because ... my style is coastal traditional, which describes Savannah perfectly.
STEPHANIE HOEY INTERIORS 478.455.3018 · STEPHANIEHOEYINTERIORS.COM
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PRIDE POOLS, SPAS AND LEISURE PRODUCTS INC. 11 GATEWAY BLVD. S. · SAVANNAH, GA 31419 · 912.927.3957 · 7049 U.S. 280 W. · CLAXTON, GA 30417 · 912.739.2230 · PRIDEPOOLS.COM
Pride Pools, Spas and Leisure Products Inc. ... builds and installs above-ground and in-ground pools, sells and installs luxurious spas and carries a large line of Big Green Eggs and Green Mountain Grills. We have all the chemical and maintenance items needed for your pool. Plus, we offer an array of floats, hammocks, coolers, pool and outdoor games as well as a full-time service department. We now offer monthly and weekly pool cleanings. Our fundamentals ... LOCAL Customer Service LOCAL Relationships LOCAL Service Department From left: Alex Smith, Sherry Buckman and Marshall Smith
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The secret to good business is … quality customer service with well trained, dedicated and knowledgeable staff.
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We always tell our customers ... to check their water weekly. Get into a habit. This could help prevent future pool problems. We specialize in … BACKYARD. FAMILY. FUN. Since 1975, Pride Pools, Spas and Leisure Products Inc. is the name many know and trust when it comes to making backyard dreams come true. Our name says it all ... Personalized service, Readiness to serve, Intelligent product knowledge, Dedication and Enthusiasm to go the extra mile.
COUNTER FITTERS, LLC 1026 LYNES AVE. · SAVANNAH, GA 31415 · 912.231.0103 · CFNSAV.COM
We specialize in ... providing a team of experts who can guide you through the process of finding the perfect countertop for your project. From start to finish, our sales representatives Bailey Huggins and Michael Reynolds will assist you with picking out the right slab, layouts, radius corners and everything in between. I love working in Savannah because … it’s my home! Having been born and raised in Savannah, I love working with people who have chosen to make Savannah their home and helping them make their home as enjoyable as possible. Considering a home-improvement project ... don’t forget to do your research. Gather a few ideas and pictures of finished projects that appeal to you and then schedule a showroom appointment to review your ideas and pick the perfect countertops.
A new trend in my industry is … warm tones. Although whites and greys are still very popular, we are seeing more and more people look for warmer tones to compliment natural wood colors and create a warm and inviting atmosphere. No home update is complete without … creating a more open, user-friendly space in your home. Homeowners nowadays want an open floor plan where the kitchen, family room and dining room share one vast open space. Also, formal dining rooms seem to be going out of style. Here is your opportunity to create space in your home, making it more appealing to you and to your visitors. How can you do this without tearing out walls? Making your home seem open and airy can be easier than you think. For example, a large, one-level island instead of a raised, two-piece bartop is a much better use of that space than breaking it up into two separate pieces.
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SAVANNAH BLINDS SHUTTERS AND SHADES 5500 WHITE BLUFF ROAD · SAVANNAH GA 31405 · 912.224.0459 · SAVANNAHBLINDS.COM
I love working in Savannah because … I love the history! Every building has a story, and I love hearing about the history from my clients. Savannah is a gem, and I am honored to work in such a beautiful city. I specialize in ... custom interior window treatments, awnings and storm protection. We will advise, measure and install your next project for you.
Nikki Petitt, CEO and Home Builders Association Board Member
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I always tell my clients … do not wait until the last minute to think about window treatments. If we get involved in the beginning of a project, we can help you think about all the small things that homeowners typically do not think about until it is too late, like adding power for motorized shades or creating ceiling pockets that the shades can hide in.
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You want to invest in … storm protection. The weather is completely unpredictable here in the Coastal Empire. Even a thunderstorm can cause damage in our area. You will want to be protected for the next hurricane. Plus, they are great for security if you are leaving for a long trip. I stay involved in the community by … sponsoring local groups and events. I am an active member of multiple associations like the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce and the Home Builders Association. One of the most satisfying feelings I get is by giving back to the community. Our clients do business with us because … we offer a personal touch to each appointment. Our clients deserve just as much of a custom experience as their project.
RODYS AUDIO WAREHOUSE 311 MALL BLVD. · SAVANNAH, GA 31406 · 912.355.1102 · RODYSAUDIOWAREHOUSE.COM
Philip Perrie, President
We specialize in … selling and installing audio, video, security and surveillance systems in homes, businesses and houses of worship. We also sell and install control systems for lights and motorized shades, which work through the audio/video control system.
customer’s long-term satisfaction. Rodys is the authorized dealer for virtually all the more popular “quality” brands in the audio/video industry. Whether you’re looking for home theater, security, lighting control, or motorized shades, Rodys has a huge selection to choose from.
Our clients love … our experience, price guarantee and our quality and variety of brands. We have been around since 1980 – nothing is more valuable than experience. Plus, we guarantee the lowest price. As long as it’s an authorized dealer, we’ll match their price – even if it’s a TV on sale at a big box store.
We are proud of … being voted the “Best Audio/Video Store” for the Savannah/Hilton Head market 10 out of the last 11 years.
We do not … carry cheaper-quality brands. We offer high-quality brands that give better performance and last longer, which makes a huge difference when it comes to a
What really sets us apart is … we are locally owned and we care. You are not dealing with a big corporation that only cares about how much they make on the sale. I live here in Savannah and I want my customers to be happy. My kids went to school with their kids. I run into them when I’m out to dinner. I support their businesses and they support mine.
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