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Welcome to the 2016 BNCW Home Show It is with tremendous excitement and a great deal of pride that Building North Central Washington presents the Thirteenth Annual BNCW Home Show! This year’s Show is proudly presented by Complete Design, Inc. We encourage you to make a point to visit their booth while you stroll through the Show. Once again, we’re especially proud to be bringing the 2016 Home
Show to you from the very user-friendly venue -- the Town Toyota Center! We’re confident that this facility will make your Home Show experience that much more enjoyable -- more parking…all vendors on one floor…and many other amenities that will help to make your visit more enjoyable! Scores of volunteers and professionals have worked diligently to create what we believe to be the most informative, enjoyable and comprehensive trade show available in North Central Washington. This is your opportunity to have all of these resources gathered into one place, just waiting for your visit! Home Show ‘16 is a culmination of many premier professional companies--covering such areas as building & remodeling, baths, kitchens, landscaping, home interior, outdoor living, home exterior, real estate & finance, home technology & entertainment and many other homerelated products and services. The vendors participating in the Show are eager to meet you and to introduce their products and services!
I encourage you to spend as much time as you wish, exploring and learning! Take the opportunity to explore our DIY Workshops in the east concourse and learn tips and tricks to help with your next small project. Spend time sharing your questions with the industry experts! We think that you’ll be pleasantly surprised at the wealth of information that will be available to you--all in one place! It’s not all work and no play! The kids will love the projects just waiting for them at the very popular Lowe’s Kids Construction Zone and the Trinity Inflatables jumping castle! On behalf of the Home Show planning committee and BNCW’s Board of Directors, we are very pleased and excited to have you as our guest. We hope you enjoy the Show! When you visit the Show, we hope that you will consider bringing a few canned food items. Throughout the three days, we will be collecting non-perishable food items for Serve Wenatchee Valley, in an effort to help meet the significant need in our Valley. In addition, a portion of every adult ticket sold to this year’s Show will go to benefit the Wenatchee Valley College Athletic Booster club! Thank you and enjoy the Show! Marc S. Straub, CEO Building North Central Washington
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The 2016 BNCW Home Show will open its doors to the public on Friday, January 29th, from 2 to 7pm. Building North Central Washington (BNCW), your trusted source for high-quality industry professionals, is very pleased to welcome you to our Thirteenth Annual Home Show at the Town Toyota Center! We take great pride in knowing that over the course of these last 13 years, our Show has earned a reputation for bringing together quality vendors—offering a wealth of products and services—designed to help you turn your new home or remodeling dreams and ideas into reality! Come and meet scores and scores of industry professionals in new construction, remodeling, landscaping, outdoor living, home technology and entertainment, kitchen and bath specialties, design and décor, cabinetry, flooring, interior and exterior finish, energy conservation, real estate, finance and much, much more! They’re all gathered in one location for your convenience! Take advantage of the incredible knowledge and experience of industry professionals who are eager to meet and talk to you at their booths, or by taking advantage of the tips and tricks you’ll learn at our DIY Workshops…for those do-it-yourself projects! You will also find discounts on products and services only available to you at the Show!
Our Show isn’t just for the adults! Kids can test their skills with one of the hands-on projects in the Lowe’s Kids Construction Zone. All part of the “Build and Grow with Lowe’s”. Once again, we’re excited to have Trinity Inflatables back this year, as they are so popular with the kids! You will find all this and more at the 2016 BNCW Home Show. Make your home…your castle…your priority in 2016 and have fun doing it! Join us at the one Show in NCW that has everything you’ll need to make your home your castle! The 2016 BNCW Home Show Friday January 29th, 2-7pm; Saturday, January 30th, 10am-7pm and Sunday, January 31st, 10am-4pm at the Town Toyota Center—where there is always plenty of parking! Adults - $6 • Seniors - $4 • Children under 12 FREE $1 off coupons are available online and throughout the Valley. Visit www.BuildingNCW.org and download yours today!
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2016 Home Show Committee The planning and execution of an event of this size requires a number of volunteers contributing time, effort, energy, and ideas! The individuals listed below have put in a tremendous amount of effort and deserve to be recognized! Without their support and involvement, this event simply would not be possible. During the weekend of the Show, there will be close to 100 people volunteering their time greeting attendees, assisting vendors, assisting in setting up the show and tear-down, too. We sincerely thank each of our valued volunteers for contributing their time and talent to help produce a great event for our community!
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Workshops Schedule
During this year’s Home Show, we have scheduled several workshop presentations designed to share valuable information with our attendees. These workshops will touch on a wide variety of topics ranging from landscaping and home automation, to how to finance your new home or remodeling project. Our workshops are presented by industry experts and each presentation will include a question & answer session. For more workshop information, including specific presentation times, please be certain to visit www.BuildingNCW.org as well grabbing a workshop flyer upon entering the Show!
Design Face-Off
Returning once again is the BNCW Design Face-Off competition! This year our returning champ, Pam Pettit from Designs for Living, sponsored by North Meridian Title & Escrow will be facing off with Autumn Garibay from Silver Feather Design Co., sponsored by Town Toyota! These two designers will start with a blank 14’x12’ space and transform it into a beautiful master suite! Attendees will vote for their favorite space and crown the champion of the Face-Off! Who will it be this year???
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Each attendee that comes through the Show will be given a chance to win some great give-a-ways. All you have to do is visit 25 of the 27 booths on the At the BNCW Home Show, there is some fun game card, get them stamped or initialed, and turn it in for your chance for everyone!! Lowe’s Home Improvement to win! GOOD LUCK!!
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The first 250 visitors (“Early Birds”) of this year’s Home Show,
You will find Lowe’swill Kids Construction in the Crunch Pak Saturday andthe Sunday, receive a specialZone Home Show Entrance room. Many thanks to Lowe’s and with Trinity Inflatables! Bag, sponsored by Ag Supply Co., filled small gifts, specials and
discount coupons from participating Sponsors and Exhibitors. As you tour through the Show, these bags will come in handy to stow away Trinity other information and items that you gather as you go!
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Have a question? Looking for a certain vendor or attraction within the event? Look for the volunteers in the bright green volunteer vests.
Who is Building North Central Washington? Building North Concrete, Central Washington Thanks to Central Washington all of our(BNCW) is volunteers a non-profit trade association serving our business members will now be highly visible! throughout Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan Counties. BNCW’s Mission Statement: BNCW promotes and protects the North Central Washington building industry for the preservation and growth of the local economy, small business, and quality of life.
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There will be additional parking We advocate for an environment in which our available across the street at Walla guiding principles can for beattendees realized: Walla Point Park, both parking • We believe building and development drive economic vitality.lots, as well as at Lowe’s Home Improvement • We believe small business and free enterprise contribute to a Warehouse. Many thanks to Lowe’s for resilient and sustainable economy. generiously allowing our Home Show attendees to use half of their • We believe government should respect private property rights and parking lot for our event! be limited in scope. • We believe agencies and Build lawmakers should beTogether!” accountable to “Lowe’s, Let’s Something the people they serve, and the policies they create should be fair, consistent, and predictable. • We believe that we are stronger together, thus we actively seek opportunities to partner to address issues with broad impact. • We recognize and respect our role as a resource in the larger These days, everyone wants tocharge save toa community, but that role must not overshadow our primary serve our members’ needs.buck!! Thanks to Real Homes, now
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We would also like to thank Goodfellow Bros. for allowing our Vendors to park in their lot across the street from the Center so attendees have more parking available in the regular parking lot!
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located all over the valley and online at www.BuildingNCW.org! Children 12 and under are always FREE!! So come and see the show and don’t forget to grab your discount ticket!!
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Non-Perishable Food Drive Partner Serve Wenatchee Valley represents a collaborative effort of over 39 churches within the Wenatchee Valley. Our aim is to be the hands and heart of Jesus Christ – ministering in very practical ways to people in need living within our valley. Programs include the provision of food, non-food items, furniture, children’s clothing, baby furniture, rental and power bill assistance, recycled bicycles and more. Under the leadership of Executive Director Bob Shepard, our staff and volunteers work in partnership with other community agencies to provide a compassionate, prayerful, non-judgmental atmosphere that communicates the grace and love of Jesus Christ in word and deed. Annual collaborative efforts include: Back-To-School Clothing Giveaways, Thanksgiving meals, Free Dental Day, Apple Blossom “Safety Zones” and All-Valley Worship and prayer events. Our office is located at 212 South Mission and we can be reached at 663-4673.
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The primary mission of Wenatchee Valley College Athletics is to nurture those skills and attributes necessary to achieve success, not just in athletics, but in all aspects of life. ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB Our coaches and athletic department personnel are committed to seeing that this mission is carried out in a comprehensive, professional manner. At Wenatchee Valley College, we strive to provide every athlete with a first-class academic and athletic experience. One measure of the success of this mission is reflected in the number of student-athletes to go on to academic and athletic success at the four-year college and university level. We also educate our student athletes to perform at the highest level in areas of community service and as quality, contributing citizens on their team, the campus and throughout the community. More than 140 student athletes comprise the heart of Wenatchee Valley College athletic teams. We offer seven intercollegiate sports: men’s and women’s soccer, women’s volleyball, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball and fast-pitch softball. WVC has enjoyed many years in the top rankings of the dozens of teams that make up the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges (NWAACC), our athletic conference. The NWAACC is comprised of 35 community colleges throughout Washington and Oregon, and is the largest single community college athletic association in the United States. Our coaches have been recognized locally and throughout the NWAACC as some of the best coaches in their sport.
Alpha Media is five great radio stations and four great websites that provide entertainment, information, service and more to over six counties in Central Washington. The Wenatchee radio stations and websites deliver to the greater Wenatchee area including Cashmere, Leavenworth and Chelan. The Moses Lake radio stations and websites deliver to the Moses Lake area including Ephrata, Othello and all of the Columbia Basin.
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Each attendee that comes through the The primary mission of Wenatchee Show will be given a chance to win Valley College Athletics is to nurture some great give-a-ways. All you have those skills and attributes necessary to to do is visit 25 of the 27 booths on the achieve success, not just in athletics, game card, get them stamped or initialed, and turn it in for your chance ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB but in all aspects of life. Our coaches to win! GOOD LUCK!! and athletic department personnel are Prizes for the winnersthat willthis be mission listed onisthe GameoutCard will be availcommitted to seeing carried in a that comprehensive, able at both entrances! Will YOU beValley a lucky winner?? professional manner. At Wenatchee College, we strive to provide every athlete with a first-class academic and athletic experience. One Thank you, Marson & Marson Lumber, Inc., for sponsoring measure of the success of this mission is reflected in the number of this year’s Grand Prize Game Card! student-athletes to go on to academic and athletic success at the fouryear college and university level. We also educate our student athletes to perform at the highest level Attendee Event Parking in areas of community service and as quality, contributing citizens on
their team, the campus and throughout the community. There will be additional parking available for attendees across the street at Walla More than 140 student athletes comprise the heart of Wenatchee Walla Point Park, both parking lots, as Valley College athletic teams. We offer seven intercollegiate sports: well as at Lowe’s Home Improvement men’s and women’s soccer, women’s volleyball, men’s and women’s Warehouse. Many thanks to Lowe’s for basketball, baseball and fast-pitch softball. WVC has enjoyed many generiously allowing our Home Show attendees to use half of their years in the top rankings of the dozens of teams that make up the parking lot for our event! Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges (NWAACC), our athletic conference. The NWAACC is comprised of 35 community “Lowe’s, Let’s Build Something Together!” colleges throughout Washington and Oregon, and is the largest single community college athletic association in the United States. Our coaches have been recognized locally and throughout the NWAACC as some of the best coaches in their sport.
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Non-Perishable Food Drive Partner Serve Wenatchee Valley represents a collaborative effort of over 39 churches within the Wenatchee Valley. Our aim is to be the hands and heart of Jesus Christ – ministering in very practical ways to people in need living within our valley. Programs include the provision of food, non-food items, furniture, children’s clothing, baby furniture, rental and power bill assistance, recycled bicycles and more. Under the leadership of Executive Director Bob Shepard, our staff and volunteers work in partnership other community agencies Gifts & with Womens Fashions to provide a compassionate, prayerful, non-judgmental atmosphere that communicates the grace and love of Jesus Christ in word and Marcy Collins deed. Annual collaborative efforts include: Back-To-School Clothing Owner Giveaways, Thanksgiving meals, Free Dental Day, Apple Blossom www.collinsfashions.com “Safety Zones” and All-Valley Worship and prayer events. 2 South Wenatchee Ave.
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Thank you, Ag Supply Co. for your continued of the 2015 • Developing and maintaining strategicsupport partnerships with Home Show! and trade groups as a means for helping to accomplish other business the Association’s mission. • Marketing and referring our members’ businesses to the public, while promoting events and networking opportunities that help to provide our members with a distinct competitive edge. These days, everyone wants to save a buck!! Thanks to Real Homes, now you can! Pick up a 2016 Home Show discount ticket and save $1 on an adult or senior admission! Discount tickets are located all over the valley and online at www.BuildingNCW.org! Children 12 and under are always FREE!!
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Presenting Sponsor
Complete Design, Inc. Often times, when our client is considering building a custom home, they study different aspects of homes being built in the area and dream about how the most appealing parts can be incorporated into their new home. Complete Design has been assisting clients with putting these ideas into the form of buildable plans since the year 2000. In the NCW area this has resulted in over 2500 new residences. Ultimately it is our goal to have a final product that the client and their contractor can be proud of. Complete Design’s knowledge of the local building industry and the requirements of the governing jurisdictions are fundamental to this success. By providing services from early design concept through final permitting, Ryan Kelso, our founder and CEO, puts much emphasis on designing structures that “work” from the contractor’s point of view, but are creative from the client’s. It is this, combined with our reasonable rates, that make us distinctive. Our use of three-dimensional design technology helps customize the home to meet the client’s desires, and in turn, present it to them in a very visual way. This allows for modifications when the project is still in the design phase, avoiding costly revisions once construction begins. Complete Design can be counted on to create a home that feels comfortably familiar from the day the client moves in, because it is exactly how they dreamed it would be.
Outstanding communication and providing as much pertinent information as possible are just two of the ways in which Complete Design strives to eliminate some of the bumps that inevitably come with building a home. You are encouraged to visit our website at www. completedesign.cc, it is designed to answer many of the questions homebuilders have and is a wonderful resource for anyone just getting started with a project. In depth information that is a must to know is available in the free resource section. As well ,visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/#!/CompleteDesignInc to enjoy viewing many of our home renderings’. Contact us at 509-662-3699. Enjoy this year’s Home Show and we look forward to hearing from you!
Supporting Sponsor
ProBuild
For more than 110 years, ProBuild, formerly Lumbermens, has been serving the northwest as the premier supplier of building materials, providing a full range of building products and solutions to the professional builder. Today, ProBuild, together with Builders First Source, is the nation’s largest professional dealer with more than 450 locations nationwide to serve national builders, local contractors and do-it-yourselfers. We carry the whole spectrum of construction products from engineered wood, gypsum, and siding to custom fabricated staircases and trim. Our integrated services (including panelization, truss manufacturing, gypsum installation and more) help you free up resources and get your project completed on your terms, whether you’re building one house or one thousand. With our national scale, you always have access to the products and services you need, when you need them. As large as our network is, each of our yards is operated by managers who know the local market. Every day, they’re in your neighborhood
managing inventories to local demand while deepening relationships with you, other suppliers, and the community. ProBuild and Builders First Source are proud to offer you the advantages of national reach with the reassurance of local expertise. To learn more, visit our websites at www.probuild.com or www.bldr.com. ProBuild Visit Dane Strausz, Greg Armstrong or any of our associates at 3628 Chelan Highway 97a, Wenatchee, WA Or call us at 509-662-4407
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The Fence Store by Eagle Vinyl LLC The Fence Store by Eagle Vinyl LLC is going green. Our steel and vinyl material is produced with 50% to 97% recycled material. Since 1994, Eagle Fence has been distributing and installing vinyl/ ornamental iron & aluminum fence, entry gates, gazebos, pergolas and arbors. Our convenient 735 N Wenatchee Ave location offers easy access to an extensive variety of product displays and information. Purchasing our vinyl profiles in semi-truck quantities, allows us to have very competitive pricing when working on large contractor projects and sub-divisions, as well as individually priced jobs. Our state-of-the-art CNC Routing machine enables precise and exceptional custom configuration of any vinyl fence or feature. The quality of work from Eagle Fence is evident when you see projects completed in years prior ,which look as new and straight as the day they were installed. Our work is timeless, not only for the original manufacturing and installation quality, but also for the
lifetime, non-prorated vinyl fence warranty and 20 year ornamental iron/aluminum warranty. As you pass by any of the thousands of maintenance free Eagle fences in our communities, we hope you will agree that we have added significant value to all of these homes and businesses. The Fence Store by Eagle Vinyl LLC 800-924-8800 735 N. Wenatchee Ave Wenatchee, WA 98801 eaglefencestore@gmail.com www.eaglevinyl.com
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Western Ranch Buildings, LLC You can count on Western Ranch Buildings, LLC. This year, we are celebrating our 40th year as a locally owned and operated business! We have the experience and the knowledge to get what you want and need in a building. Post-Frame Buildings: Western Ranch Buildings designs and builds post-frame buildings to provide an economical alternative for all of your outbuilding needs. All of your post-frame buildings are custom designed for your needs and requirements. We build to withstand all of NCW’s weather changes with wind and snow loads designed for your area. Post-frame buildings have a wide variety of uses and styles. We can build a basic structure with a simple wood frame and metal roof and walls to a complex roof design with various roofing and siding materials and complete interiors. Options for post-frame buildings are endless and your many finish options allow you to create the look you desire.
systems. We have the proven ability to meet each client’s unique set of needs. WRB has the capability to simply provide and erect a steel building to a complete turnkey project from design to interior finish. Steel buildings are a flexible and viable solution to a variety of commercial, industrial and agricultural needs. License# WESTERB984CF
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Lexar Homes
At Lexar Homes our first priority is providing the highest quality of construction with the highest level of client satisfaction. After all, our reputation grows from satisfied clients, many of which are referral from past clients. Customers are our greatest asset and our efforts are always focused on that principle. Lexar Homes does things a little differently. We’re a local owned family business so we share a personal commitment to our customers. We employ construction professionals who live right in the communities they serve. We pride ourselves in keeping jobs in the local community by hiring local contractors to work on our homes. At Lexar, we believe in training and education to keep pace with ongoing advances in the building industry. You’ll notice it inside our homes, where thoughtful design and quality are our hallmarks.
We believe every family should have the opportunity to experience the security and fulfillment of home ownership at an affordable price. This principle is reflected at the Building North Central Washington Tour of Homes where we have consistently won “Best Overall Value”. No matter where your land may be – a rural setting or neighborhood lot – when preparing to build, your first call should be to Lexar Homes. We have the experience, reputation and most importantly, an excellent satisfaction rate. We are proud of our integrity and dedication to using environmentally sound practices. We promise to add to the quality of Family Life, to build stronger communities in which we live and to better our own home building industry with hard work and innovation. We invite you to raise your expectations, and live the difference in a Lexar Home. Visit Lexar Wenatchee @ 147 Easy Way, Suite 104 Virtual tours are available online at www.lexarhomes.com.
Dear Lexar, Our experience working with Lexar Homes was exceptional. The process from picking out blueprints, to choosing options and putting the entire package together was pleasurable. The individuals working for Lexar in the office and on the work site were professional, courteous, helpful and above all, honest. By honest, I mean that they did not gloss over the facts, they under promised and over performed. We built expecting this to be our last home we would live in. We chose several upgrades, enhancing our home. We were able to modify the plans “2130” to our liking without resistance from Lexar. Everyone was easy to work with, they stayed on schedule and we were able to move into our home on time. We often refer others to Lexar. Building a Lexar home was a very pleasant experience, and now having been in our home for almost a year and a half, our opinion has only gotten better.
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Community Glass Co.
We are once again very pleased to be an associate sponsor of the BNCW Home Show for the 13th year in a row. At Community Glass we carry a wide range of affordably priced glass products that are designed to enhance every home environment. Our extensive selection provides choices that will accommodate any lifestyle and budget. We only represent manufacturers who are known for quality, precision-made windows, doors, shower doors, skylights and other interior/exterior glass products. Here’s a sample of some of our outstanding suppliers: Alpine and Jeld-Wen vinyl windows, Marvin Windows and Doors, Therma Tru, Simpson Doors, Holcam Shower Doors and Agalite Shower Doors. We have the expertise to advise you on window and door selection for your new home, including custom products. Our goal at Community Glass is 100% customer satisfaction. If you are thinking of replacing windows, we will come to your home, free of charge so that we can familiarize our installers with your unique needs or ideas. We can also work directly with your contractor on the selection and installation.
Our professional installers will see that every item you buy from us fits perfectly. Community Glass has been providing top quality products and services to our customers since 1984. The fact that we are locally owned and operated, and live right here in North Central Washington is a real plus for our customers; we completely understand the area’s unique climatic challenges. Community Glass is located at 606 N. Wenatchee Ave; our phone number is 509.662.8039 and you can also find us on the web at www.communityglass.com. We look forward to meeting you and your individual needs. Kim Patterson
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Turner Restoration LLC owned by Travis and Lisa Turner is in their 4th year of successful operation. Collectively Turner Restoration has more than 50 years of restoration experience. Turner Restoration is a full‑service restoration, mitigation and remodeling company servicing Wenatchee, Moses Lake, Yakima and surrounding areas, covering 7 counties. Turner Restoration is a restoration company providing damage repair from fire, water, sewage, wind, smoke or other types of damage. We provide services for all residential and commercial projects. Turner Restoration works closely with all insurance carriers to ensure our clients are taken care of from the initial call to the completion of the project. Turner Restoration will put you back into your home or business.
Artisan Flooring LLC has been doing business in Wenatchee and the surrounding areas since 2004. Owner, Jason Black began working in the hardwood floor industry back in 1999 and after attending many schools throughout the United States, he was awarded his ‘Craftsman Degree’ by the National Wood Flooring Association in 2008. Jason truly has a passion for the work that he does and it shows in all of his jobs, whether it be big or small. Artisan Flooring LLC is known throughout the valley for their quality work and always being dependable. Hardwood flooring is a great asset to any home and is very comparable in cost to other types of flooring. Hardwood floors will last much longer than carpet and are very easy to clean and maintain. Allowing someone to come in to your space to install the perfect flooring solution takes trust. We appreciate that trust, and would like to make you feel more comfortable by introducing ourselves.
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We understand disasters will happen and homeowners and business owners will need honest, timely, quality service in a time of despair. Turner Restoration offers 24-hour 7 days a week emergency services. Our staff is committed to outstanding service and exceeding customer expectations for every project. Turner Restoration and its’ trained and experienced Managers, Technicians and state of the art processes ensure we are ready to restore peace of mind to our customers.
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Dave Shoults Agency
The Dave Shoults Agency was created 4 years ago this February with zero members. Many weeks were spent planning on how to make the agency different from all of the other insurance agencies in the Valley. In an industry that is so price driven with everyone saying they will save you money if you switch, The Dave Shoults Agency decided to focus on one member at a time. Consultative selling and relationship building was the direction the agency took. Treat every potential new member as if they were family. Give them the service they deserve, explain the coverages and help the members make sound choices for their policies. With this philosophy, The Dave Shoults agency has grown tremendously, solely on word of mouth. You can find The Dave Shoults Agency in the Go USA building in Wenatchee, Town Toyota dealership in East Wenatchee, Spokane, Kennewick, Yakima and Seattle. The team consists of 12 licensed agents and an office management team that offers complete support to all of our members. The Dave Shoults Agency offers Auto, Home, Commercial, Life, Financial Services products in 9 States. Call or email anytime for a consultative and service oriented approach to your insurance needs.
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Ed has been in the Residential Home Construction Industry for over 35 years. He works in all phases of Home Construction from start to finish and is a hands on Builder and Remodeler. What sets Ed apart from most, is his quality of craftsmanship, his loyalty to his customer and his attention to detail from the biggest to the smallest of projects. From additions to kitchen and bathroom remodels, Ed and his crew can make your dreams become a reality. Ed would like to take this opportunity to thank his customers and dedicated team of subcontractors for making E.D.Y. Construction a success. Ed and his crew love what they do and enjoy working with customers one-on-one through all of their projects. Below are two pictures, a before and after, of his complete Remodel that was featured in the 2013 BNCW Home Tour & Remodeling Expo. It was awarded “People’ Choice”. This home was the first remodeled home featured in the Home Tour & Remdoling Expo.
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Hidden Construction Hazards Submitted by: Jeff Story, Story Construction LLC
Have you ever wanted to tackle your own construction project? Many of you may already have, or you are thinking about starting one, but you may not be aware of the many hazards that are present on construction sites. In this article, we will discuss several of the health hazards that are present in construction projects today that are not seen or known, such as asbestos, lead and mold. Asbestos was and is used in many construction materials such as insulation, roofing, drywall materials and adhesives. It is known to cause serious health problems that don’t show up until years later. Because asbestos can stay airborne for up to 96 hours after it has been disturbed, it takes special training and equipment to ensure proper and safe removal of asbestos containing materials. The only way to know if the materials you plan on disturbing contain asbestos is to have it tested by a certified analysis lab. Lead is a relatively new hazard even though it has been around and used for years. Many people don’t know about lead and its effects on people, especially pregnant women and children. The EPA has set new laws for contractors and landlords who work on structures built before 1978. It takes special training and equipment to safely alter surfaces that contain lead based paint. Even though they sell test kits at local hardware stores, you have to be trained to know what kits to use, and on what surfaces to use them on because not every kit is compatible with all types of surfaces.
Eastern Washington has a fairly dry climate compared to the west coast, yet we still have our fair share of mold problems. Mold can begin growing within 24 hours under the right conditions. Mold is commonly found anywhere dampness might be such as crawlspaces, attics, kitchens and baths. There are many different types of mold, some which are not actually bad for us, but the only way to know what type you have is to have it tested by a certified lab. One of the biggest misconceptions about mold is that it can be cleaned and remediated using bleach. Bleach will clean a surface, but it will not kill mold spores. It takes special chemicals (which are not available to the general public), equipment and training to effectively remediate mold. Some of the most obvious hazards on a jobsite actually come from the tools used to complete the job. Examples of these hazards are nail guns, saws, drills and jack hammers. These tools are loud, which can cause hearing loss if exposed for long periods of time. They can also create dust, which, if inhaled can harm your respiratory system. Using the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will help to reduce hazards to you. This article was intended to help and inform you about possible hazards on Do It Yourself projects. The more informed and educated you are about possible hazards, the easier it is to keep yourself, your family and others safe during your project.
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A Few Frequently Asked Questions Submitted by: Ryan Kelso, Complete Design, Inc.
Is It Advisable to Buy an Existing House or to Have a Custom One Built? Building your own house offers many advantages. It gives you the flexibility to plan an efficient and beautiful home as per your requirements. Building your own home can also be very rewarding. You may save more money in building your home. In fact homebuilding is a great learning experience. After locating a piece of land on which you would like to build, contact a local design professional who is experienced with design and construction issues in your area and can also provide initial site evaluation services. It is important that you should keep your design simple and efficient. Your construction costs can vary significantly depending on many factors, which may include your region, the site, the design, local construction activity, as well as other factors. You can check with local home listings to determine what the cost per size and amenities provided would be for your area. What Is a Guide to Use for Establishing a Home that I Can Afford? The monthly mortgage payment should not exceed 33% of monthly household income for most families. WESTERB984CF
How Do You Determine Cost Per Square Foot? Cost per square foot is typically calculated by dividing the total cost by the square feet of living area. Costs such as impact fees, water meter fees, sewer hookups, septic systems, wells, temporary utilities, plumbing, garage doors, cabinets, appliances, site concrete work such as driveways and sidewalks, and landscaping are included in the total cost and affect the cost per square foot calculation. But they are unrelated to the square feet of living area in the home. Consequently, smaller homes generally cost more per square foot than larger homes because there is less finished square footage to divide these costs into. What Frequently Adds Costs to Construction? Change orders and building delays. Where Do I Start? Contact a designer to set up an appointment to discuss your needs and wants. It works great if time can be spent together at the site to discuss orientation, views, approaches and exposure to weather. From here you and your designer can set the base for direction, scope and timeline of the project. Full Service Restoration Company • 24-Hour Service Damage Repair Fire ~ Smoke ~ Water ~ Wind ~ Mold ~ Sewage Remodeling & General Contracting Services
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2016 Home Show Sponsors & Exhibitors ** Indicates New Vendor 1-855-Slabjack Jerald Sargent 509-668-7437
Arseneault Automation David Arseneault 509-679-9309
Chuck Strawn Landscape Design Chuck Strawn 509-663-7556
EDY Construction Corp. Ed Gardner 509-293-2921
** 509 Enviro, LLC Matt Stewart 509-670-3080
Artisan Flooring LLC Jenny Black 509-782-0777
Clean Air Connection Verl Sutton 509-663-9562
Firewise Annie Schmidt 509-630-2836
** Boyer Mountain Door & Pool Dale McElroy 509-670-3555
** Cliff Frey Construction Cliff Frey 509-860-3816
Gale Contractor Services Ray Perez 509-662-5171
Brimma Solar, LLC Janelle Lancaster 206-424-9809
College Pro Painters Katie Pynnonen 630-963-9528
** Glass Doctor of Wenatchee Cassandra Franklin 509-415-3400
Cascade Powder Coating Josh Potter 509-663-9080
Complete Design, Inc. Ryan Kelso 509-662-3699
Gold Construction, Inc. Randy Gold 509-663-4946
Absolute Irrigation & Landscaping Dan Johnson 509-888-3000
Cascade Woodcrafters Tim Ewing 509-881-4730
Community Glass, Co. Kim Patterson 509-662-8039
Abundant Life Chiropractic Jacob Kragt 509-888-5260
Chelan County PUD Susan Gillin 509-661-4249
Alpha Media Wenatchee Gary Patrick 509-663-5186
** Chelan FFA Rod Cool, Chapter Advisor 509-682-4061
Concepts Kitchen & Bath Designs Katie Brender 509-663-6266
GPA Embroidery & Screen Printing Curt Gavin 509-662-1929
Amazing Sheets May Darmawan 909-539-7443
Christiansen Distributing Carl & Tami Christiansen 509-421-7929
A-1 Asbestos Tim Powell 509-782-8889 A Central Rob Witheridge 509-860-3519 A & G Brother’s General Construction Jerry Martinez 509-881-7513
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Icicle Broadcasting Co. Juli Straub 509-679-2059
Custom Construction & Cabinetry Shane & Marina Covey 509-630-7147
Independence Day Celebration Jan Lutz 509-669-5808
Deep Water Electronics, LLC Ken Moore 509-682-4529
** JD Installations Jason LeRoy 208-402-5388
Downpour Gutters Robbe Anson 509-630-2797
** JLB Investments Jermaine Bennett 206-331-6904
Draggoo Financial Braden Draggoo 509-888-4345
Jessup Real Estate Norma Jessup 509-470-8244
Eagle Fence Store Andrew Lange 509-860-3604
** Kangen Wenatchee Blake Soreano 509-741-7129
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Labor & Industries Julie Pearles 360-902-6366
Olson’s Construction, Inc. Rob Olson 509-630-3317
Rivercom 911 Kay McKellar 509-670-2335
** Lange Construction Andrew Lange 509-860-3604
Ovenell’s Cabinet Co. Steve Ovenell 509-782-3400
Riverview Terrace Darren Ludwigsen 206-707-6583
Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Nannette Saint 509-665-9200
Overhead Door Company of Wenatchee Suzy Henke 509-662-3425
Lexar Homes Rob Eldred 509-663-1722
Phenix Construction Mel Shiley 509-670-0270
Sage Homes, LLC Jason Gaul 509-421-4150 Sew Creative - Sewing & Vacuum Karen Weaver 509-663-5516
LocalTel Communications Brenda Mandelis 509-888-8888
Pool to Spa Services Rick Specht 509-662-1590
Sligar Excavation, LLC Matt Sligar 509-881-1351
** Lombard’s Hardwood Supply Mark Lombard 509-663-4955
Precise Carpentry & Painting Thom Bader 509-741-9747
Smith Custom Woodworking Jared Smith 509-670-4634
Lowe’s Home Improvement Warehouse Jeremy Calkins 509-663-4530
Precision Water Jet Troy Bassett 509-668-1100
Steel Structures America, Inc. Carol Griffiths 208-777-7290
Miniblinds & More Darin Bobysud 509-664-2443
Premium Rock Mike Beem 509-421-7207
Story Construction, LLC Jeff Story 509-415-0139
MM Wood Restoration Jeff Slough 509-663-1616
ProBuild Dane Strausz/ Greg Armstrong 509-662-4407
Moonlight Tile & Stone Stacy Carlile 509-782-2464
Real Homes Jon Port 509-669-5400
The Good Life Mike Cassidy 509-888-6527
Nationwide Insurance Dave Shoults 509-679-8881
Re-Bath of Tri-Cities Dawn Kirkman 509-591-0900
Total Home Solutions Sanjeev Sahdev 425-484-9437
** Renewal by Anderson Cheralynn DeSautel 509-340-7704
Tumwater Drilling & Pump Lance Ballew 509-548-5361
NCW Home Inspections Don Hester 509-670-9572 North Cascades Htg & A/C Tom Tice 509-630-7777
Ribellia Family Chiropractic Claudia Roy 509-888-1598
** The Glass Works Bill & Sonya Lane 509-670-4186
Turner Restoration Travis Turner 509-881-0856
** US Home Fire Safety Services Shawn Spivak 720-480-4912 Valley Tractor & Rentals Pete Burke 509-886-1566 Washington Federal Amanda Pearcy 509-662-4429 Wenatchee Sunrise Rotary Matt McColm 509-293-9051 Wenatchee Valley Glass Robert Guerin 509-293-0270 ** WV Tech. Skills Center Const. Trades Program Terry Fike, Instructor 509-662-8827 ext. 25236 Wenatchee WILD Don West 509-888-7825 Western Ranch Buildings, LLC Tanya Davis 509-884-0555 Wine Design, LLC Brian Ropp 509-630-3505 ** Worry Free Lawns Mathew Nikolas 509-670-0407 ** Young Bucks Landscaping Angel Avelar 509-470-5684
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The Custom Home Design Process Submitted by: Ryan Kelso, Complete Design, Inc.
Phase I - Schematic Design Phase I involves determining the project goals and requirements, which in turn define the program for the project. This “program” states the required functions of the project. It explores questions related to budget, time frame, square footages, indoor and outdoor space usage, spatial relationships and form. This is also the research phase of the project, when geotechnical, zoning, applicable building codes, etc. are discovered and addressed. The design team, based on the client’s needs and wants will be assembled. This phase produces a final schematic design, to which the owner signs-off on after discussions with the designer. Phase I will result in floor plan design. Phase II - Design Development Using the floor plans created in Phase I, this phase takes the process one-step further by generating elevations & roof features. The result is drawings that define the “style” of the building and specify design elements such as material types. A Site Plan is also created during this phase.
functionality of the structure, construction documents are created. These drawings have greater detail and will include structural components and construction framing. Phase IV - Construction Documentation Phase This phase takes the drawings created in phase III and compiles them, along with specifications and details, into a set that will be used for submittal to building officials for approval, as well as to the builder for construction purposes. Phase V - Document Submittal Phase This final phase is one in which all the construction documents, along with all the backup information from the design team, is made part of the building permit application. Phase V also includes submitting this package to the applicable building department jurisdiction.
Phase III - Construction Drawings Phase Once the client and designer are satisfied with the aesthetics and
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Before Hiring a Contractor, Recognize the Warning Signs of a Scam • Contractor provides a credential or reference that can’t be verified. • Contractor offers a special price only if you sign today, or use other high-pressure sales techniques. • Contractor only accepts cash, require large deposits or the entire costs up front, or asks you to make the payment in their name. • Contractor does not provide a written contract or complete bid. • Contractor asks you to get the building permit. In most instances, if you have hired a contractor, the contractor is required to take out the permits. Permits are your protection and help ensure that work will meet local building codes. • Contractor offers exceptionally long warrantees. • Contractor wants to do most or all the work on weekends and after hours. • Contractor gives you an offer that sounds “too good to be true.”
We frequently receive inquiries from homeowners who have run into problems with their contractors. More often than not, these homeowners have hired an unregistered, uninsured ‘contractor’ who isn’t properly bonded, and the homeowner finds themselves in impossible situations as a result of the temptation to choose a contractor based solely on price rather than completing their due diligence—much less recognizing the warning signs.
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As referenced above, an offer that sounds “too good to be true” is more than likely your warning sign that you’re dealing with an illegitimate contractor, and to steer well clear! If you select an unregistered contractor for your construction or home-improvement project, you risk having absolutely NO recourse if things go bad. For those who have ever found themselves in this predicament, know what a very, very painful and costly experience this can prove to be. In addition to heeding the warning signs above, remember to: • Utilize the BNCW website as a resource for completing your due-diligence • Ask contractors for references • Ask what inconveniences might arise • Obtain a written contract • Make sure you understand the terms before you sign anything • Be cautious about paying for work not yet completed • Put all change orders in writing • Avoid making final payment until you have received a lien release from suppliers and subcontractors For more information, please visit www.buildingncw.org.
How Should I Care for My Understanding Window and Wood Floor? Care Tips: Submitted by: Jason & Jenny Black, Artisan Flooring, LLC
Sweep or vacuum regularly to remove debris and accumulated dirt The National Fenestration Rating Council or more commonly known as from the floor. the NFRC is a not for profit organization that administers the only uniform, independent rating and labeling system for the energy performance of Never use a wet mop, or attempt cleaning a hardwood floor with windows and doors. Manufacturers have independent laboratories water or steam mops. test according to NFRC procedures. All tested windows include ratings for U-Value, Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC), and Visible light Use felt pads under the feet of furniture to prevent scratching. Transmittance (VLT). The NFRC also has guidelines for testing of condensation resistance, air and water infiltration, structural performance, Although hardwood floors can be scratched, any scratches to the and acoustical performance but are not required for manufacturers to finished top layer are usually easy to repair…sometimes buffing out on their own, just by normal foot traffic.
U-Value measures the rate of heat loss through the window. The lower the Use a manufacturer recommended cleaner, such as Bona (available u-value the better the window is at resisting heat loss. Current Washington at most big box stores -- we do not recommend the polish) or State Energy Code requires that new homes have a U-Value of 0.30 Woodwise. or better. This is the same performance requirement that the Chelan County PUD requires as a maximum for their weatherization rebates. For reference, single pane windows typically had a 1.2 U-Value; double pane aluminum windows had a 0.70 U-Value, and double pane non-Low E vinyl windows had a U-Value of 0.50. Currently most windows have a 0.30 U-
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SHGC refers to how much heat from the sun is blocked. The lower the SHGC the better the window is at blocking the solar heat gain. This however comes with some sacrifices. As windows get better at blocking the heat gain, the VLT and reflectivity of the window increase. A window with basic Low E would have a SHGC in the 0.30 range. When upgrading to a high performance solar control Low E, the SHGC drops to the 0.22 range. Tinted glass lowers the SHGC as well, but also blocks the visible VlT measures the amount of light that comes through a window. Clear double pane glass would allow just shy of 0.80 of visible light to pass through. Double pane Low E allows 0.70 VLT, solar control Low E allows
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Key Details to Look For in Your New Home Submitted by: Rob Eldred & Shawn Larson, Lexar Homes
Not every home is created equal! A home includes literally hundreds of individual systems and parts that all come together to create the single largest investment you’re likely to make in your lifetime. As you look to purchase or build your new home, the following are just a few important considerations that you will want to include in your decision making process. SUPERIOR ROOF ASSEMBLY Look for superior roofing shingles with an extended material and labor warranty. Your roof is not where you want to skimp. It’s the umbrella for every other part of your home so having the added protection that Lexar provides is an immeasurable value. Look for an engineered attic ventilation system. Such an attic ventilation system has been engineered by ventilation specialists to ensure a proper airflow balance, protecting your home from potential moisture causing issues. An improper balance of air intake and exhaust can lead to very damaging results. Framing Benefits Look for Advanced Framing Techniques. Reducing the amount of wood used in your home increases the amount of insulation in your walls, lowering your heating costs, saving you valuable dollars. Glulam
headers, insulated corners, ladder framing intersecting walls, and balloon framing interior walls all add superior insulating value to your home. HIGH EFFICIENT LIGHTING Look for 100% Energy efficient CFL lighting (LED’s in dimmable locations). CFL bulbs use 1/5th the power of incandescent and have similar lighting to the incandescent you were used to. LED’s are again 50% more efficient but last 6x’s longer yet. EFFICIENT HEATING/AC SYSTEMS Look for high-efficient heating systems. Electric furnaces with heat pumps, gas furnaces or innovative and more efficient ductless minisplits are all great choices and represent the newest technologies and advancements. SMART HOME AUTOMATION Look for Smart Home Automation. The convenience, safety and comfort of knowing that you won’t be arriving home to a dark house is priceless. Turning on your exterior, entry, and kitchen lights from within your car is no longer a thing of the future. Adding security cameras, entry lock, plus a garage door opener and home security from your smart phone offers you peace of mind.
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There are several good reasons for considering central vacuum systems in new homes. The most obvious is indoor air quality. Indoor air quality is a huge marketing tool for potential homeowners, especially if they have kids. While traditional vacuums can recirculate dusty air, central vac removes most allergens from the home. Stanley M. Naguwa and M. Eric Gershwin of University of California at Davis School of Medicine conducted a study of 25 people, in which some individuals used a conventional vacuum for three months while others used a central vacuum system. At the end of the three months, they switched. During the six month time period, they measured the participants’ activity, sleep, non-nasal symptoms, practical problems, nasal symptoms, eye symptoms and emotions. For all categories, the central vacuum system was deemed the better choice. Weight is another factor. Instead of lugging around a heavy receptacle that unplugs from the wall every time users go a little too far, central vacuum systems consist of hoses and handles.
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5 Things to Avoid When Thinking About Buying a Home Submitted by: April Wiggins & Amanda Pearcy, Branch Managers, Washington Federal If you’ve done any research on the home-buying process, you know it’s just that – a process. And for many potential homebuyers, this process starts before they’re even aware. Unfortunately, sometimes the decisions potential homebuyers make with money, credit and employment can greatly influence when they can buy a home and the type of loan they qualify for. To help make the road to home ownership a little smoother, here are 5 things to avoid when thinking about buying a home. Use cash instead of credit for your purchases. If necessary, postpone major purchases until you have saved enough money to pay for your purchase in full. Most lenders will evaluate your overall debt when determining your ability to take on a major purchase, like a home. So don’t run out and buy a car if you’re trying to also buy a house, since the additional debt will affect your mortgage qualification and your ability to make loans payments. Not staying informed as to your credit balances. Although this is good practice in general, it’s especially important when you’re thinking about buying a home. Uncertainty about how much you
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owe is dangerous and you don’t want any surprises to pop up when a potential lender pulls your credit. Avoid skipping bills to make other payments. Although skipping a payment may bring immediate relief, it is only a temporary solution if you have a long-term problem with cash flow and have trouble living within a budget. Changing jobs before applying for a mortgage. Most lenders look for consistency in employment when evaluating your ability to pay back your loan. If you can, avoid a change in jobs right before or while you’re in the midst of applying and being approved for a mortgage. Not seasoning your assets. “Seasoned assets” refers to liquid cash, so usually money in a checking or saving account, which have been available to you for a period of time. Many lenders require a borrower’s reserves to be seasoned for a minimum of 30 - 60 days.
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Project Planning: Keeping Your Budget in Line Submitted by: Dane Strausz & Greg Armstrong, ProBuild Once you’ve decided how much you can afford to spend fulfilling your remodeling dreams, the real challenge is making sure you stick to this budget. So, how can you prevent your expenses from spiraling out of control? • Plan on spending only 80 percent of what you can afford. Put the additional 20 percent in reserve to cover changes, unforeseen problems, and miscellaneous charges. • Remember that anything not included in the original contract will cost extra. It’s very easy to start tacking on hundreds and even thousands of dollars in change orders that will break both your budget and your time line. • Stay focused on the task at hand. Stick to the project you have planned rather than deciding that now is the time to overhaul the rest of the house. Is it time for a change? Perhaps it was that moment when you realized avocado green and harvest gold are no longer the “in” colors. Or maybe you had an epiphany one day as you stood in line to use your own bathroom. Whatever the impetus, the thought has crossed your mind: Maybe it’s time to remodel . . . . The reasons for remodeling are as varied as the projects we undertake. Some of these include: • Adding more space. • Upgrading cabinets, counters, appliances and fixtures. • Creating a floor plan that’s customized for your lifestyle. • Improving energy efficiency with new windows, doors, insulation, and climate control systems. • Increasing the resale value of your home. What do you want? Before you head too far down the remodeling path, it’s a good idea to think through your wants and needs and create a prioritized list. • Decide what changes you want to make. • Figure out what you and other family members like and dislike about the house. • Look at magazines and collect pictures of what you like. • Think about traffic patterns, furniture placement, colors, lighting and how you want to use the remodeled space now and in the future. Do it yourself or hire a professional? Do-it-yourself (DIY) projects have skyrocketed in popularity on the heels of Martha Stewart Living, HGTV and other popular homeimprovement programming and publications. And for certain small projects, a DIY project can be rewarding and fun – if you are prepared and have the proper skills.
Before you start knocking down walls and taking out wiring, ask yourself the following questions: • Do you have a clear idea of what you want your project to look like? • Do you have the time to complete this project? • Have you ever undertaken a project like this before? • Do you know everything you will need (materials, tools, etc.) to complete the project? • Do you have all the tools you will need? • Where will you obtain the necessary materials? • Are you familiar with the applicable building codes and permits? • Do you enjoy physical labor? • Do you have the necessary skills for this project? If not, do you have the time and resources to learn these skills? • If you cannot complete the project according to your original schedule, are you (and your family) prepared to handle the resulting inconvenience? • Will you need assistance with this project? If so, who will assist you? Do they have the time and skills required for this project? • Do you understand all the safety issues associated with this project? • Are you familiar with the architecture and structure of your home (i.e., how knocking down one wall will affect the rest of the structure)? • Have you considered the hidden costs associated with doing it yourself – time, tools and the possibility that you may actually decrease the value of your house if the result isn’t up to professional standards? It is easy to look at the cost of hiring a professional remodeler and think only of labor and materials. However, remember that a professional remodeler offers you an important service – years of experience, the right tools, a network of suppliers and subcontractors, and an in-depth understanding of legal regulations, cost estimating, scheduling and the latest construction techniques.
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4K? Is It Worth It?
Submitted by: David Arseneault, Arseneault Automation With the new introduction of 4K ultra high definition TV’s taking over the market place, most people wonder if it’s worth buying into the technology. 4K or ultra high definition (UHD) is a fairly new term that was introduced in August of 2012 by the Consumer Electronics Association. Ultra High Definition describes the amount of pixels within a picture. UHD is described as having at least 3,840x2,160 pixels, which is about 8 million more than 1080p. A HD image is made up of 1080 rows high and 1920 columns wide whereas a UHD image doubles both those numbers and has about four times higher resolution. For example, if you take four 60” HD TV’s (for a combined size of 240 inches) it will contain the same amount of pixels found in a single 60 inch 4K TV.
Just like every new format release (720p, 1080P, and even 3D) the hardware is introduced before the content. At this time, 4K content is growing on a daily basis, but can still be hard to find exactly what you want. Streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon, YouTube, PlayStation store, Ultraflix along with cable companies such as Direct TV and Xfinity all offer 4K content solutions. The list is constantly ons growing. custom homEs
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Post-Frame Buildings A Great Option
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Do your home improvement plans include a new shop, outbuilding or maybe you simply want to protect your vehicles, equipment, and RVs? You might want to consider a post-frame building as an economical alternative. Post-frame buildings have a wide variety of uses and styles – from a basic structure with a simple wood frame and metal roof and walls to a complex roof design with various roofing and siding materials and complete interiors. Options for post-frame buildings are endless, and, there are many finish options that allow you to create the look you desire. How is Post-Frame construction different from other types of construction? Post-frame construction requires minimal footing and foundation materials and limited wall and roof framing materials. Post-frame building utilizes a series of treated, durable wood posts, which function as the foundation, structural frame, and wind bracing for the building. Lumber embedded in the soil is pressure treated with preservatives to protect against decay for the life of the building. The metal roof and wall panel act as the structural component and the weather protection for the building eliminating the need for plywood or OSB sheeting. Clear span trusses and simplistic secondary framing coupled with no need for a formed foundation allow for cost savings and efficient construction times. Post frame buildings are a great solution for a wide variety of uses including garages, RV storage, shops, and small commercial buildings. With all of the design and finish options available, your new building will beautify and enhance the value of your property.
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6 Tips For Using Your Credit Card This Year Submitted by: Lisa Carnes, CornerStone Lending
More than 60 percent of adults own at least one credit card. If you have a card, you might have been using it a lot lately to purchase gifts, meals, and travel expenses. Credit cards can help you build and maintain good credit, as long as you use your cards responsibly and pay your bills on time each month. That’s why we’re sharing six tips you should keep in mind when using your credit card this year. 1. Pay your bills on time Pay your bills on time, every time. One way to make sure your payments are on time is to set up automatic payments. But, you have to watch your bank balance to make sure you have enough money in your account to cover the automatic payments. Also, if you can afford to pay more than the minimum amount, you can pay off your debt quicker. Keep in mind that people with the best credit scores usually are those who pay off their credit cards in full every month. 2. Don’t get too close to your credit limit Credit scoring models look at how close you are to being “maxed out,” because the formulas predict that people who are using too much of their available credit may have future trouble with repayment. If you use too much of your total credit lines, you can hurt your credit score. Experts advise keeping your use of credit at no more than 30 percent or less of your total credit limit.
3. Get your free credit report every year Visit AnnualCreditReport.com to get a free copy of your credit report from each of the nationwide credit reporting companies. You can receive a free credit report from each reporting company once every 12 months. By requesting the reports at the same time, you can determine whether any of your files have errors. By requesting the reports separately, you can monitor your credit files more frequently throughout the year. 4. Read your credit report and dispute any errors Identity theft and fraud is on the rise, so it’s important to check your credit report and dispute any errors immediately. If you find something wrong with your credit report, write to both the consumer reporting agency and the creditor that provided the information, if applicable, to tell them what you think is wrong and why. Include copies of any documents that support your position. When a consumer disputes credit report information, the agency and the creditor generally have to investigate the dispute and correct inaccurate information. 5. Avoid paying upfront fees to “repair” your negative credit history There are many places that promise to “repair” or “fix” your credit for an upfront fee but no one can remove negative information, such as late payments, from a credit report if it is accurate. You can only get your credit report fixed if it contains errors and you can do that on your own. 6. Be proactive First, it’s important that you act right away. You do not need to be behind on your payments to ask for help, and many creditors may be willing to help if you’re facing a financial emergency. Here’s what to do: Add up your income and expenses. Look for ways to cut costs. If you can’t find enough to pay your minimum payment, decide how much you can afford to pay. Call your credit card company. Be sure to clearly explain: • Why you can’t pay the minimum. • How much you can afford to pay. • When you could restart your normal payments. Consider credit counseling. If you need more help, credit counseling organizations can teach you more about handling your money. Many credit counseling organizations are non-profit. Before you sign up, ask if you’ll be charged, how much, and what services will be provided. Watch out for for-profit debt relief companies that: • Charge fees before they settle your debts. • Give a guarantee that they can make your debt go away. • Tell you to stop communicating with creditors.
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V FIREWISE / TIPS FOR HOMEOWNERS Firewise tips checklist for homeowners WILDFIRE DOESN’T HAVE TO BURN everything in its path. In fact, cleaning your property of debris and maintaining your landscaping are important first steps to helping minimize damage and loss. The work you do today can make a difference. Follow these simple action steps now and throughout the year to prepare and help reduce the risk of your home and property becoming fuel for a wildfire: Clear leaves and other debris from gutters, eaves, Keep your lawn hydrated and maintained. If it is porches and decks. This prevents embers from igniting your home.
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Help Keep Your Pipes From Freezing this Winter Submitted by: Travis Turner, Turner Restoration
Ideally, you should winterize your pipes in the fall, before winter seriously sets in. But if you’ve forgotten and all of a sudden you’re in the middle of a deep freeze, there’s still time to prevent disaster. Here are some easy techniques to save your pipes from bursting: Turn On Your Faucets If the temperatures have dropped into freezing and intend to stay there, turning on your faucets — both indoors and out — can keep water moving through your system and slow down the freezing process. There’s no need to waste gallons of water: Aim for about five drips per minute. Open Cabinet Doors During cold weather, open any cabinet doors covering plumbing in the kitchen and bathroom. This allows the home’s warm air to better circulate, which can help prevent the exposed piping from freezing. While this won’t help much with pipes hidden in walls, ceilings, or under the home, it can keep water moving and limit the dangerous effects of freezing weather. Wrap Your Pipes If your pipes are already on their merry way towards freezing, wrapping them with warm towels might do the trick. You can cover them with the
towels first and then pour boiling water on top, or use already-wet towels — if your hands can stand the heat (use gloves for this). This should help loosen the ice inside and get your system running again. Pull Out Your Hairdryer A hairdryer (or heat gun) can be a godsend when your pipes are freezing. If hot rags aren’t doing the trick, try blowing hot air directly on the pipes. Important note: You don’t want to use a blow torch or anything that produces direct flames, which can damage your pipes and turn a frozen pipe into an even worse disaster. You’re trying to melt the ice — not your pipes. Frozen Pipes? Shut Off the Water Have your pipes already frozen? Turn off the water immediately. (Hopefully you know where the master shut-off is, but if not, now’s the time to find it!) Make sure to close off any external water sources, like garden hose hookups. This will prevent more water from filling the system, adding more ice to the pile, and eventually bursting your pipes — the worst-case scenario. This also will help when the water thaws; the last thing you want after finally fixing your frozen pipes is for water to flood the system — and thus, your home.
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Quick Tips for Staying Warm this Winter Source: Chelan County PUD’s Conservation Department
Use this Home Energy Checklist to help find problems and take action to correct them.
Chelan PUD is participating in a regional program to bring CFLs and LEDs at reduced prices to customers at local stores.
Check the temperature of your water heater. Make sure it’s at 120°F, but no higher. You'll save energy and avoid scalding.
Turn off the lights in unoccupied rooms or consider installing timers, photo cells, or occupancy sensors to reduce the amount of time your lights are on.
If you have aging electric baseboard or wall heat, consider supplementing or replacing it with a ductless heat pump. Chelan PUD offers $750 rebates to help with the cost. Heating can account for almost half of the average family's winter energy bill. Make sure your furnace or heat pump receives professional maintenance each year. Consider upgrading to a highefficiency heat pump. Chelan PUD rebates can cover part of the cost. Review additional strategies to reduce your water heating bills. Water heating can account for 14-25 percent of the energy consumed in your home. Survey your lights for opportunities to replace them with compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) or light-emitting diodes (LEDs).
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Unplug equipment that drains energy when not in use such as cell phone chargers, desktop printers and TVs. During winter, open curtains on your south-facing windows during the day to allow sunlight to naturally heat your home, and close them at night to reduce the chill from cold windows. Clean or replace filters in your furnace, air conditioner and heat pump. Check once a month. ENERGY STAR labeled products can cut your energy bills by up to 30 percent. Find retailers near you at http://www.energystar.gov/. For more tips and rebate information, visit chelanpud.org.
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