Multi-Family Vendor Guide - Central Virginia Winter 2020-21 by VendorGuide

MULTI-FAMILY Central St. Louis MULTI-FAMILY Virginia

SUMMER 2020 WINTER 2020-2021

PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SERVICES & & SUPPLIERS SUPPLIERS

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THE MAGIC MAKE READIES TEAM IS READY TO GET YOUR APARTMENTS BACK IN THE RACE! We are your single source supplier for your maintenance, cleaning, painting and carpet cleaning services.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS HAVE TO SAY:

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WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS HAVE TO SAY:

Magic Make Readies makes turning apartments a breeze. They are fast, professional, and have amazing attention to detail! - Lina Robinson, Mallard Green Townhomes

It has been a pleasure to work with Magic Make Readies! Not only do they have amazing attention to detail, they believe in communicating to the point that it is transparent which we appreciate. They are organized and a “one stop shop”. The staff is simply wonderful! We will continue to work them for all of these reasons and more! - Lia Strock, Member, CHP Equity and Inclusion Team Community Housing Partners

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Magic Make Readies has really helped make our turnover season a breeze. They are easy to schedule, reliable and quickly get apartments ready for a new tenant. - Graham Secrest, MP Maintenance LLC

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Wow! This company does exactly what they say – they show up on time, reply to requests almost immediately and their work is always above expectations. I couldn’t be more pleased and would definitely recommend them to others in need of their services! You won’t be disappointed! - Julia Carter, New Manchester Flats, Dodson Property Management

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Magic Make Readies is the perfect solution to help your maintenance team when you have a bunch of move outs or just need an extra hand with a maintenance project. If you need help making the move in experience streamlined for you and your staff, look no further!! - Mary Holman, Dodson Property Management

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A LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER Many people will think of the year 2020 and how it changed all our lives. I will remember 2020 as the year that I began my own business with The Vendor Guide, the Central Virginia edition. The Vendor Guide has a business model that was a perfect fit for me, having a sales background and many years of robust relationships in and around the multi-family industry. But when you get right down to it, all you really need is a desire to connect people and information. Direct mail drives results. Shared targeted direct mail in a resource style magazine format is a simple and highly effective business strategy to connect suppliers with multi-family decision makers and more. Contact me to find out how you can become a valued advertising partner today for 2021! Lblack@fairviewmediasolutions.com LYNN BLACK, PUBLISHER

HERE IS WHAT A FEW OF MY HAPPY ADVERTISERS HAVE TO SAY: “So excited about this great resource for managers---to have a repertoire of vendors at their fingertips is invaluable!” Tara Roberts | Owner, Magic Make Readies “It’s so nice to have my company name go right to the property managers. In the past it’s been kinda difficult to speak to the property manager. I recommend Vendor Guide to any contractor that’s trying to pick up customers in the commercial property business. It’s totally worth it!” Duncan Hannegan | Owner, New Dominion Painting “It has been a wonderful experience so far for our company to work with Fairview Media Solutions. The targeted audience in the property management field is the perfect solution to our company’s advertising needs. Lynn goes above and beyond to truly understand what Sonshine Countertop does and what is important to us. We appreciate her attention to detail in everything!” Tammy Wilson | Sonshine Countertop Repair Tammy Longo, Regional with GEM Management says, “I always like to have a tangible when I’m looking for vendors/suppliers.”

“What a cool idea! This magazine will be so helpful for us.” Casey Hammonds | Community Manager Culpeper Farms, “The Vendor Guide is a brilliant idea!”

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Ashley Dugger of The Aspire at Carriage Hill remarked,

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A APARTMENT ASSOCIATION VAMA ��12

M MARKETING MATERIALS Fairview Media Solutions �� Back Cover

APARTMENT TURNS Magic Make Readies�� Inside Front Cover, 5 ARTICLES A Letter From The Publisher ��3 VRLTA and Carbon Monoxide Alarms ��8 You Have the Vision — We Make it a Reality �� 10 How Can You Improve Your Resident Collections? �� 14 A Revolution in Sustainable Roofing Technology �� 16 Rely on Local, Professional Expertise ��18 Rentbot Apartment Website Solutions ��22

P PAINTING New Dominion Painting ��20 POWERWASHING AffordaPro Window & Pressure Washing �� 24 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Cava Property ��19

C COUNTERTOPS Sonshine��6

R RESIDENT & TEAM BUILDING EVENTS Paint For Good��7

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RICHMOND EXCLUSIVE ��29-30

ROOF MAINETENANCE Roof Renew �� Front Cover, 16-17

FIRE SAFETY PROPERTY INSPECTIONS Stop Loss, LLC ��9 T

TREE REMOVAL Spotswood Contracting ��28

GUTTERS Rain Carriers ��21 W

H HANDYMAN Redleg ��11

WASTE MANAGEMENT Zan's Refuse ��25 WEBSITE DESIGN Rentbot �� 23, Inside Back Cover

L LAUNDRY SERVICE Automatic Leasing ��13

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The Vendor Guide of Central Virginia is published by Fairview Media Solutions. The publishers accept no responsibility for errors in, or omissions of, content. Circulation: The Vendor Guide is direct mailed once every 3 months. If you would like to advertise in The Vendor Guide or have questions, please contact Lynn Black (804) 641-4902. If you want to be added or taken off the mailing list, please call (804) 641-4902. By-line articles are published with the permission of credited copywwriter or advertiser. The publishers accept no responsibility for errors or omissions on any article in the magazine or online. Advertiser gives Fairview Media Solutions permission to use and publish photos, both in print and online at www.VendorGuideUSA.com, either obtained from advertiser’s website, email or photos taken by representative of Fairview Media Solutions. Advertiser’s specials or discounts are at the discretion of the advertiser and are subject to change without notice. Fairview Media Solutions is not responsible for any offers made by an advertiser in this publication. All rights are reserved by copyright, 2020, Fairview Media Solutions. P.O. Box 71283 Henrico, Virginia | VendorGuideUSA.com | (804) 641-4902

APARTMENT TURNS

IN THE RACE FOR PROFITS, ONE DAY TURNS GET YOU TO THE FINISH LINE FIRST. ONE CALL. ONE INVOICE. ONE DAY. Maintenance Cleaning Painting Carpet Cleaning Renovations

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BATHTUB REPAIR & REFINISHING

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“We had the best time painting with Lynn at The Verena at the Glen! Highly recommend!”

“My apartment residence scheduled this event. I had a wonderful, fun filled time! Lynn helped me to show my creative side which I

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few of their events and even hired PFG for my apartment community. My residents love it! It’s fun to relax, sit back with a glass of wine and paint!” - Brian at Deco

“Lynn is extremely warm and encouraging! Best day of my year!! So much fun!” - Beth

Paint For Good is the perfect choice for your company teambuilding and residents! We will travel to you or assist with securing a location for your event. CONTACT US TODAY TO PLAN YOUR VERY OWN PAINT NIGHT!

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PAINT EVENTS PET PORTRAITS TEAMBUILDING and more!

FIRE SAFETY PROPERTY INSPECTIONS

VRLTA AND CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS

Does the Virginia Landlord and Tenant Act protect the property manager, owner and tenant from liabilities associated with Carbon Monoxide leaks?

Carbon Monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless and tasteless gas which is produced by incomplete combustion of fuels (Natural Gas, Propane, fuel oils, etc.). CO replaces oxygen in the body and accounts for approximately 500 deaths and 20,000 ER visits annually. Often confused with Natural gas and a “rotten egg” smell, CO cannot be detected by any of our senses, which is why it has been nicknamed “The Silent Killer”. Often building up in the body over time, the signs and symptoms of CO poisoning are gradual and can go undetected until it is too late. There is only one way to detect the presence of this dangerous gas and that is with atmospheric monitoring by a properly installed CO alarm. The VRLTA clearly states the property manager or owner’s responsibility for providing CO alarms to tenants in Virginia. The VRLTA requires that you must provide a properly installed CO Alarm in residences with a source of gas only after a tenant request. The installation must be completed within 90 days of request and you may charge the tenant for the service. This protects all parties from the liability and dangers associated with CO leaks; Right? Wrong!

CO is produced by gas appliances in the residence such as furnaces, gas water heaters, car exhaust, gas stoves & ranges, fireplaces and many other fuel burning appliances in the residence. Who is responsible for these appliances? If a hot water heater exhaust vent pipe becomes clogged and forces CO into the residence and no alarm is present to alert the occupants who will be held liable? Is that the tenant’s fault? If a gas stove has clogged jets and fills the residence with lethal levels of CO that goes undetected and results in injury or death who will be responsible? How do we prevent loss of life and liability from injuries associated with CO leaks in the residence? DON’T WAIT, MANDATE!!! Mandating CO alarms in any residence you manage helps to prevent catastrophic emergencies from occurring and protects everyone involved. Do not wait for a tenant’s request to protect you and your owner from liability.

aHave your heating systems (Gas – Coal – Oil) serviced every year.

aKeep vents and flue pipes free from debris and small animals.

aNever leave the motor running in a vehicle that is parked in an enclosed space like a garage.

aNever run a gas-powered engine in close proximity to a home’s door or windows.

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CO poisoning

Do not let yourself, your owner or your tenant become a statistic! Install working CO alarms in any residence that has a source of CO and help protect everyone involved. For more information visit www.stoplossva.com to learn more about the dangers associated with CO emergencies as well as other risks associated with home fires.

Stop Loss Fire Safety Inspections, Property Inspections and Smoke/CO Alarm Installation can help protect your property from catastrophic fire.

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FIRE SAFETY PROPERTY INSPECTIONS

PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT

With over 34 combined years in the fire service, we have seen firsthand the damage fires cause. What most people don’t realize is that once the fire is extinguished the pain doesn’t stop and the true work begins. The average single family home takes anywhere from six months to a year to fully recover from a fire. This means lost revenue on top of the expense of the fire. At Stop Loss LLC., we know that there is no way to 100% prevent a fire from occurring, but we do know the ways to help minimize the risk.

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APARTMENT ASSOCIATION

JOIN TODAY! THE VIRGINIA APARTMENT MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION

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exists to promote the highest standards and professionalism in the multifamily housing industry across the state. An affiliate of the National Apartment Association, we are proud to represent over 230,000 rental homes throughout Virginia.

Advocacy

Education

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We lobby on behalf of the apartment industry, and keep members updated on legislative changes that could affect their business.

Each year, we offer hundreds of hours of education for our members in order to further professional development.

Through our many networking opportunities and member directories, it's easy to make valuable connections with your industry peers.

See what VAMA can offer your company! We offer many other benefits, including access to NAA's Virginia lease, professional credential programs, award programs, exclusive member forms and more.

Visit us online at www.vamaonline.org.

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HOW CAN YOU IMPROVE YOUR RESIDENT COLLECTIONS? It is 5:55 PM on the 5th of the month, and Karen is cleaning up her desk in preparation for the office’s 6:00 closing. The door opens, and Mike stops in on his way home from work. He tells her apologetically that he and his wife will have to pay their rent late this month because her mother had surgery and she had to take time off work to help her with the recovery. They should be able to pay the rent and late fee in full with their next paychecks at the middle of the month. Karen thanks him for letting her know, wishes his mother-in-law well, and as he walks out the door she sits back down at her desk and adds this note to his tenant account: “Mike came in to advise rent won’t be paid until mid-month. Driving a van from Amazon.” Resident collections are notoriously low. It therefore becomes vital that you activate your most potent collection resource: your staff. Leasing consultants and maintenance technicians are on the front lines working with your residents to resolve problems. In our example above, Karen has been trained to look for and document new work information when communicating with residents and scheduling work orders. Maintenance workers can be trained to look for new uniforms or work vehicles when completing work orders, and staff can verify and update work information when scheduling maintenance repairs. Perhaps most important, verifying current information which might have changed since the lease was signed can be added as a form in your renewal packet. This information can be invaluable if the account is referred for collection later.

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It is helpful to know more about collection procedures in Virginia. Enforcement of a debt arising out of a written contract such as a lease begins by obtaining

a judgment against the former residents. This must be done within five years from the time that the debt arose, which is generally the moveout date. The General District Court can hear cases of up to $25,000.00 for residential moveout charges. Once a judgment has been entered it remains valid for ten years, and can be renewed for an additional ten years. A lot can happen to your former residents in twenty years! The easiest way to collect a judgment is by garnishment, either of wages or bank accounts. We have recently been able to process garnishments for judgments entered between 2011-2013. A wage garnishment can last up to six months, and payments are generally not released until the court return date. Garnishment of a bank account usually lasts only 30-45 days, because once the account is attached and the bank freezes the money the resident is unlikely to put anything more into it! A judgment creditor is also allowed to require the debtor to appear in court and answer questions under oath about his or her resources and general ability to pay the money due. Effective collections should be a vital part of your income strategy. Training your staff to look for helpful information and developing the habit of updating information whenever the opportunity presents itself can help you offset current delinquencies. I was once told by a manager that her team had qualified for a bonus based on the check, we had sent her for collections from prior residents. So to help maintain a healthy bottom line, train your staff to be on the lookout for information from everyday resident interactions that can bring payoffs in the future!

30 YEARS REPRESENTING LANDLORDS

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Godwin-Jones & Price, P.C.

Godwin-Jones & Price, P.C. has consistently focused on the legal needs of landlords in the wider Central Virginia region. Our tenure is built upon a foundation of experience and on the relationships we have forged with our clients, assisting them in all aspects of property management. SOME OF THE SERVICES WE OFFER: + Collecting delinquent accounts. + Filing monthly unlawful detainers. + Troubleshooting problem tenant issues. + Bringing conflicts to a timely resolution. + Advising on compliance with Virginia law. + Reviewing leases, contracts and notices. + Resolving claims against you or your property. + Answering daily property management questions.

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G O D W IN J O NES A N D P R I CE.C O M ( O F F I C E @ G O D W I N J O N E S A N D P R I C E .C O M ) Godwin-Jones & Price, P.C. 20 S Auburn Ave Richmond | 23221

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ROOF RENEW

A Revolution in Sustainable Roofing Technology By David Scheller

Over your head is a counter, and it’s always ticking down. Your property’s roof can only bake, freeze, and endure strong winds for so long until it demands your attention — and, unfortunately, your money. Shingle manufacturers have accelerated this problem. In the past two decades they have cut costs by reducing the asphalt content in their shingles by as much as 40 percent. In effect what was once considered a “30-year roof” may now last for as few as 10 years in Virginia weather. Paying for thousands of square feet of new shingles is expensive, and piling thousands of pounds of old ones in a landfill is not an environmentally friendly move. But thanks to Roof Renew, you no longer have to do either. Their revolutionary and all-natural bio-oil technology revitalizes dried, brittle shingles, and extends their life. Best of all, it costs as little as one-fifth of a new roof.

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Roof Renew’s proprietary bio-oil is derived from the same substance that numerous departments of transportation throughout the U.S. and Canada have used to restore roads for nearly two decades. Reformulated to serve the unique needs of asphalt shingle roofs, Roof Renew’s treatment replaces the petro-chemicals that gradually evaporate from shingles. In effect, Roof Renew restores an existing roof’s ability to repel rain and deflect strong winds by restoring flexibility, granule adhesion, and waterproofing. They are so confident in their treatment’s effectiveness that they guarantee a single application to extend any roof’s lifespan by five years!

The benefits of Roof Renew’s work are immediately apparent. A bio-oil treated roof will enrich the shingle and bring out more of its original color, adding to a property’s curb appeal. Unlike conventional cleaning solutions that use bleach or chlorine, Roof Renew’s non-toxic treatment will kill the root systems of algae and mold by smothering the roots rather than poisoning them. Over time, the moss and algae will weather away and Roof Renew will prevent re-growth. Roof Renew restores shingles’ flexibility by nearly 90 percent to immunize them against hail and other debris, improves fire resistance by 40 percent, and puts an end to the accumulation of coarse granules in a building’s gutters. Roof Renew’s benefit to the environment is not speculative, either. Because recycling them is cost-prohibitive, over 11 million tons of asphalt shingles are deposited

into American landfills every year. Once dumped their remaining petrochemicals gradually seep into the water supply, and the dust they emit throughout removal is noxious as well. Roof Renew’s USDA Certified Biobased Product doesn’t just keep shingles out of landfills. It is also made with renewable ingredients which help to preserve the environment. Roof Renew respects their professional clients’ busy schedules, and they endeavor to minimize the intrusion they pose to a property’s staff or tenants. Thanks to satellite imagery they are able to measure any roof’s exact square footage from their office and then deliver a free quote for their work. Once on site they thoroughly inspect a roof to ensure their treatment will in fact increase its lifespan — they are interested only in creating value, not treating a roof that can’t benefit from it. Before Roof Renew’s seasoned technicians begin spraying, they methodically seal off cracks and repair any other cosmetic damage their inspection revealed. Finally, they apply the revolutionary treatment, a process that is fast, clean, and safe for people, pets and plants. “I evaluated a lot of business opportunities before I i nvested in this one,” said Brian Ahladas, president of Roof Renew. “That’s because I recognized at once how great a game changer this is. Until Roof Renew came along, there really was no alternative for property owners and managers to deal with an aging roof other than expensive replacement. There are so many advantages for the property manager, not the least of which is tremendous cost savings. “Roof Renew is going to have a major positive impact on the commercial and multi-family roofing market. On the residential side, we think in terms of roofing squares or square feet. In the multi-family space you’re talking about acres of shingles that will be dumped into landfills. That just doesn’t make sense if there is a viable alternative to replacement, at a fraction of the cost. I’m excited to save our clients so much money on such vital property maintenance!” To learn more about Roof Renew and request a free estimate, please visit roofrenew-va.com.

As asphalt shingles age, the petro-chemical oils that maintain the shingle’s flexibility and performance begin to evaporate, and problems begin to develop. Roof Renew applies an all-natural bio-based solution that replaces lost petro-chemical oils, bringing the shingle back to life. The first application is guaranteed to extend the life of your roof by 5 years, and up to 15 years with 2 more applications every 5 years.

Roof Renew guarantees to extend the life of the existing roof by 5 years with each application.

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What is Roof Renew?

Each treatment costs as low as 20% of a replacement. A 5-year warranty covers performance of our product. Environmentally safe. Non-toxic for people, plants, and pets. It rejuvenates aging asphalt shingles so they don’t have to be replaced.

Brian AFTER Ahladas and his crew are exactly the kind of professionals you want to use! Brian spent a good amount of time answering ALL my questions. He explained the process in terms I could readily understand. —Homeowner in Powhatan

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WEBSITE DESIGN

RENTBOT APARTMENT WEBSITE SOLUTIONS By David Scheller

Up until somewhat recently, an article endorsing Rentbot would have begun with an argument in favor of creating a website for your apartment community. In the year 2020, however, it would make just as much sense to argue that your property needs indoor plumbing. You already know that a quality website will attract more interest in your available rental units, as well as make life inestimably easier for both your residents and your staff. All you have left to appreciate is how Rentbot offers the most effective apartment website solution on the market. Rentbot was founded by Nathan Markey, who began designing websites at the age of 18. Having majored in computer science at Wheaton College he proceeded to develop countless websites for property managers throughout the country. Nathan soon realized that such sites, when properly designed, are all fundamentally identical to one another. Rather than waste any more of his clients’ money developing each of their websites from the ground up, he invested the better part of two years into streamlining a process that yields a comprehensive, accessible, and visually appealing website for any multi-family property. Impressively, the same features which make Rentbot’s websites so good are also what make them so affordable. “Rentbot is cost-effective because we have already created the ideal property website,” said Nathan. “It offers real-time availability as well as online application processing, payments and maintenance requests. All we need from our client to get started are their photos, their rental application form, and a few other details.

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“Building a custom website the old-fashioned way could have taken several months and cost tens of thousands of dollars. But with Rentbot it takes as little as one week, and it only costs $100 per month plus $1 per unit. If your property has more than 200 units, your monthly price is capped at $300.

“Our clients love how easy it is to manage their properties on our platform. Online applications take all the hassle out of the front end of things. A prospective tenant simply enters their personal info, selects their move-in date and the unit they want, pays an application fee, and presto — they’ve finished almost as easily as they could have bought socks on Amazon. Even the background check is automated.

“Thanks to our online payment portal, our property managers love the simplicity of digital payments. Most of them stop accepting checks altogether, and residents who sign up for autopay no longer make late payments. Our online maintenance request portal is also a great timesaver. Tenants avoid phone tag altogether as they send maintenance requests directly to the staff, who use our intuitive admin portal to manage their workflow. “Another of Rentbot’s great advantages is our search engine optimization. Whenever Google makes a slight change to their search algorithm, web developers must race to methodically update every one of the sites they manage to make certain their clients are still favored in web searches. But because we have integrated all of our clients’ sites into a single cohesive system, we effortlessly keep them up to date with the latest trends. We continually make sure you get the most traffic possible. That directly translates to better tenants and fewer vacancies. And if your property needs immediate, highly qualified leads, we create and manage very successful Google Ad campaigns. “Perhaps more than anything else, a sleek, professional website instills confidence in your apartment community. When your website loads quickly, works flawlessly, and looks appealing with high resolution photos and modern design elements, prospective tenants are bound to judge your company as one worth doing business with.

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BACKDOOR SERVICE If total convenience is what you seek, then try our premier backdoor service. You can leave your waste at your backdoor or anywhere on your property and we’ll take care of the rest.

WASTE MANAGEMENT

At Zan’s Refuse Service, we value all of our customers as we strive to provide superior service to each and every one of them. As a local family owned, third generation business, we’re committed to providing the same level of service to each and every customer that we provided to so many happy customers in the Richmond area for decades. Our experienced team of waste management technicians greet each customer with both friendliness and professionalism. Our customer service staff works diligently and promptly to correct any issues and handles each account with a level of detail that other companies can’t provide.

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MAGIC MAKE READIES 804-362-8300 MagicMakeReadies.com

REDLEG 804-338-6661 RedlegContracting.com

Magic Make Readies is your single source supplier for ONE DAY apartment turns. With one call or text we handle your maintenance, cleaning, painting and carpet cleaning services. Make magic happen - eliminate vacancy loss and make your turn board disappear! â&#x20AC;&#x153;

You are busy enough as is so why spend time juggling 5 different contractors? Let our Redleg multi-trade team take care of all your repairs with 1 call. We can provide detailed estimates along with multitrade management. With minimal disruption for your residents and on-site teams, you will be happy with Redleg Contracting!

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SONSHINE 800-272-0878 SonshineCountertop.com

AUTOMATIC LEASING 800-558-2342 AutomaticLeasing.com

Sonshine Countertop Repair is a family owned and operated business since 1987. They repair countertops, ceramic tile and bathtubs refinishes for a fraction of the replacement cost. The Sonshine team are proud members of VAMA offering a variety of products and services to area apartment communities though out Central Virginia.

Laundry management can be messy. Automatic Leasing Service makes it easier and more profitable with perfect, customized solutions and reliable next day serviceâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;making property owners, managers, and residents happier. For over 60 years, Automatic has provided multi-family laundry solutions with top of the line equipment, new technology, and unmatched service.

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STOP LOSS, LLC 804-837-0099 SpotLossVA.com

GODWIN-JONES & PRICE, P.C. 804-353-5163 GodwinJonesandPrice.com

Stop Loss LLC. was created to help property management companies limit their risk of a catastrophic fire. Whether it is our annual smoke detector inspection program, fire safety inspections or our residential fire suppression systems, we are your full-service fire prevention company. We look forward to partnering with you and are committed to reducing your risk.

Godwin-Jones and Price, P.C. is your residential property management law firm serving Central Virginia. With thirty years of experience in land-lord tenant issues, they have devoted their careers to assisting the specific needs of landlords in the legal process. When you need a trusted expert in landlord tenant law, call Godwin-Jones and Price!

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RAIN CARRIERS 804-283-5863 Rain-Carriers.com

FAIRVIEW MEDIA SOLUTIONS 804-641-4902 LBlack@FairviewMediaSolutions.com

Rain Carriers are your locally owned and operated gutter installation specialists. Whether you require new aluminum seamless gutters, gutter guards or repairs to your existing gutter system, they have a team of dedicated technicians committed to your community. Contact Rain Carriers today for a property visit and free estimate.

Are you a business owner or in property management and looking to improve your marketing without going over budget? Fairview Media Solutions can take your marketing above and beyond with our fantastic and affordable marketing materials such as eyecatching yard signs, impressive business cards, and so much more!

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NEW DOMINION PAINTING 804-399-2336 Duncman5000@gmail.com

ROOF RENEW 833-RENEWVA RoofRenew-va.com

New Dominion Painting has been specializing in apartment turnover painting since 2004. You can count on quality top-notch customer service for your interior apartments as well as fitness centers and leasing offices. New Dominion Painting is the solution for your interior painting needs!

Finally, there is an effective and affordable alternative to roof replacement. Roof Renew will rejuvenate your existing shingle roof with our revolutionary bio-oil, restoring its flexibility and performance to that of a much younger roof. Save Your Roof and Save Your Money! Contact us for a free estimate today (833) RENEWVA.

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AFFORDAPRO WINDOW & PRESSURE WASHING 804-402-3304 AffordaproPressureWashing.com

SPOTSWOOD 540-30-BUILD SpotswoodContracting.com

With AffordaPro, our combination of technology, experience and attention to detail cleans your commercial or residential property better helps add years to it’s life. We clean siding, windows, roofs, sidewalks and driveways. Now offering disinfecting services.

Spotswood Contracting goes out on a limb so you don’t have to! As an expert tree service, we are a one stop shop for all of your tree removal, trimming and stump grinding needs. We also offer landscape construction and design services as well as erosion and drainage solutions.

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CAVA PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 804-510-0323 CAVACOMPANIES.COM

ZAN’S REFUSE 804-897-1338 ZansRefuse.com

Let Cava Property Management generate rental income without the stress. We are a full-service property management company for apartments, single family homes and duplexes. Our knowledge and experience enable us to know what needs to be done to get top rents and the resources to do the job right.

Zan’s Refuse service is a local family-owned, third generation business, providing superior customer service for decades. Their experienced team of waste management technicians work diligently and promptly to provide a level of attention to detail that many other companies can’t provide. For efficient timely trash removal call Zan’s!

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WEBSITE DESIGN

PAINT FOR GOOD 804-641-4902 PaintForGoodrva.com

RENTBOT 844-473-6826 Rentbot.co

Paint For Good is the perfect choice for your next teambuilding or resident event. We are all mobile and will travel to you or we can assist with securing a location for your event. This is a passion project for owner and artist, Lynn Black. Now offering social distancing with Zoom for remote events. Contact us today to plan your very own paint night!

Rentbot designs websites for your multifamily properties that attract, convert, and retain tenants. Rentbot pros build a mobile-friendly website tailored to your property in as little as 7 days. And you have a partner with 24/7 website support. Fall in love with your new website and the Rentbot team!

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SPOTSWOOD CONTRACTING GOES OUT ON A LIMB so you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to!

4 Tree Services As an expert tree service, we are a one stop shop for all of your tree removal, trimming and stump grinding needs. We also offer landscape construction and design services as well as erosion and drainage solutions.

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4 Multifamily Services 4 Landscape Construction

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Multi-family Renovation Specialists At Levco Construction, we specialize in multi-family renovations and construction. Our team is comprised of seasoned multi-family focused professionals who have been collectively involved in the renovation of over 5,000 apartment units. We understand the unique nature of apartment renovations, from scheduling around move-ins and move-outs to discounted material procurement and inventory control and forecasting. Our emphasis on quality project management and owner communication allows us to delivery tremendous value to our clients and finish jobs on shorter timelines with higher quality results. • Full unit renovations • Cabinet front installations • Amenity and common area enhancements • Exterior repairs • Fire/Water damage remediation • New buildings and additions

Class A licensed Contractor

You Can Count on River City Heating & Air! Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

I have been very pleased with the work that River City Heating & Air does for my home and also my business units. I get my units serviced every year and I trust them if a problem arises. Their guys are always professional and very responsive. River City Heating & Air is my go to company. Trust is hard to find in all trade industries these days and times. Quality work is also hard to find too. They are on my speed dial. Great job to the guys and gals at River City Heating & Air. — Chris

Call Us At (804) 674-9300

6404 Mallory Drive Richmond, VA 23226 www.rivercityheatingair.com

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River City Heating & Air is a local Richmond heating and cooling company that specializes in HVAC repairs and replacements. We are a family owned and operated company that can ensure that our employees do quality work because we have known them for years. We make sure that all the work we do is of the highest quality in the industry, using the best parts and brands in the business. We will gladly solve all your heating and air conditioning needs in no time!

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TFC RECYCLING PROVIDES RESPONSIBLE WASTE SOLUTIONS FOR HUNDREDS OF BUSINESSES ACROSS VIRGINIA

Cindy S. Brown Sales and Outreach 804.706.5877 Â cbrown@tfcrecycling.com www.tfcrecycling.com

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