North Texas Hombuilders Association
Reporter Volume 5, No. 8 • AUGUST, 2012
4410 Fairway Boulevard • Wichita Falls, TX 76308 • P: 940.692.2211 • F: 940.692.2214 • www.nthba.com
Continue To Pray For Mike Tucker, Larry Thaggard, Ethel Shelton & Joe Rhone
Renewals
American National Bank...................Bill Franklin Dennis Company..............................Alan Hinson Energy Cut......................................... Ed Masman Guarantee Title.................................. Eric Nelson First National Bank...............................Larry Park OK Concrete....................................... Carl Lewis Puroclean................................... Kenneth Burross R.J. Wachsman Homes...........Randy Wachsman Stone Lake, LLC.............................. Bill McGregor Smith’s Gardentown.......................... Steve Smith Wells Fargo Bank........................Debra Clements
August Birthdays
Randy Wachsman................................ 07 Jean Taylor........................................... 14 Kenneth Burros.................................... 19 Sharon Tucker..................................... 20 Nelson Tubbs......................................... 23 Stan Mountain..................................... 23 Wayne Mansur...................................... 23 Eric Nelson........................................... 29
General Membership Meeting Thursday, August 2, 2012 • 11:30 AM Kemp Center for the Arts • 1300 Lamar Street
Guest Speaker: Ron Heidt with Overhead Door Corporation. His program will educate the audience about different types of overhead doors as well as how they are manufactured to be energy efficient and how to choose which one is right for your project.
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Americans are in love with remodeling. Television networks such as HGTV and DIY run 24 hours a day with shows like “BATHtastic” and “Design Star.” Magazines, websites and blogs feature happy home owners gushing over perfect room Stan Mountain makeovers. And with the continuing President challenging economy, more home owners have decided to stay in their current home longer, which has created higher demand for remodeling. A survey released by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) in 2012 shows that common remodeling projects have increased, compared to a similar survey from 2010. And nearly 50 percent of remodelers report seeing an increase in the number of home owners who undertake remodels to avoid moving, compared to the 2010 findings. Bathroom and kitchen remodeling remain the two most common types of jobs, as they have been consistently since 2001. After 2009, however, bathroom and kitchen remodeling switched places—bathrooms became the most frequent type of job for professional remodelers. Seventy-eight percent of the survey respondents cited bathroom remodeling as one of the Ralph Dunkelberg III most common jobs, an all-time high. Vice Home owners are frequently asking forPresident a high-end spa Mortgage feel to their new bathrooms, with features andServices materials such as television screens built into mirrors, exotic wood finishes, recycled glass tiles and sophisticated lighting systems. Other popular features enable a home owner 1401include Holliday •those Wichitathat Falls, TX 76301 to stay in their home as they age; including step-in tubs and 940-720-8054 • Cell 940-704-1789 shower stall benches and rails. Fax 940-720-8071 Both kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects were Email ralph.dunkelberg@usfcu.us up 17 percent from two years ago. Other popular jobs were window and door replacements, room additions, handyman services and whole house remodeling, although whole house remodeling is down significantly from its peak in the mid-2000s. The motivation behind many home owners’ decision to remodel has changed as well. The top two reasons for remodeling were the need to repair or replace old or outdated components and the desire for better and newer amenities. More than 50 percent of remodelers said that these two reasons for remodeling have become more common over the past two years. In contrast, more than 20 percent of remodelers said there was a decrease in customers remodeling to increase home values as an investment or to prepare for a sale (whether distressed or not). Remodeling to accommodate a change in the number of people living in the home also received low scores. Whether they are inspired by the amazing makeovers shown on television shows, or 2801 their changing lifestyle Kell East necessitates repurposing spaces to make more efficient use Wichita Falls of their home’s square footage, home owners are turning to Texas 76308 professional remodelers to help improve their home. Lane Landes, Owne
Remember to do Business with an Association Member! CHRIS•DOCKMAN • COMPANY
2071 FM 171 Wichita Falls, Texas 76305 Phone & Fax (940) 767-9710 Cell (940) 704-3471 Jerry Fillmon, Owner/Manager
Long Name. Big On Service. 2801 Midwestern Parkway, Suite 200 Wichita Falls, Texas 76308 940-696-0000 phone • 940-687-1725 fax www.fstbnk.com
1300 Tenth Street • 723-0771
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Meet Your Members STAN MOUNTAIN, PRESIDENT
Stan Mountain has been in construction for over 25 years. Stan is owner and operator of Stan Mountain Construction which specializes in custom home building. Whether it’s your first starter home or your executive dream home you’ve been planning for the future to raise your children and enjoy your grand-kids in; Stan Mountain Construction can build it for you. Stan Mountain Construction also does custom remolding. Having Sheila Hammonds in house with great decorating ideas makes Stan Mountain Construction your one stop shop. Call Stan Mountain Construction to start that home remodeling project. We can guide you through the process to get your dreams of building a home or remodeling started today. There is no project too small or large. We have built homes from 1500 sq ft to over 6000 sq ft for satisfied homeowners. We will be happy to meet you at our office or proud to show you one of our already built homes. Stan Mountain Construction is happy to announce his son Brody Mountain has joined the group to ensure your project will be well taken care of and you too will be a satisfied customer. • Keep in mind the dry hot Texas weather wreaks havoc on your homes paint and can easily cause it to start cracking and chipping. With the increasing cost of supplies and the many rules and regulations Texas has, home owners may not be aware but can fall victim to costly fines. To avoid the headaches and worries Call Stan Mountain Construction and have his crew of professional painters take care of all your painting needs. Contact Stan Mountain 940 631 2258 or email smountain65@gmail.com. Office address: 2607 Ave W, Wichita Falls Texas 76308. We look forward to taking care of your construction needs.
American National Bank American National Bank opened for business in the fall of 1976. From an original staff of 6 employees the Bank has grown to 154 employees as $450 Million in assets in 6 locations servicing the communities of Wichita Falls, Iowa Park, Archer City and Flower Mound. American National Bank is largest home owned community bank in Wichita Falls. The Bank is full service with Commercial Lending, Deposit, Leasing, Trust, Title insurance, and Mortgage Loan Services. • The Residential Lending Department opened in the fall of 1990 with 4 employees servicing Archer, Clay and Wichita Counties and has grown to 19 employees servicing the State of Texas. The department originates conventional, FHA/VA, interim construction, reverse, home equity, and home improvement loans. The department is Fannie Mae and Ginnie Mae approved allowing it to originate and service mortgages locally. The department moved to it’s new location at 1920 Elmwood North Avenue in December of 2010 with a full service branch along with its mortgage services. • In 2004 American National Bank acquired Archer Title Co. and renamed it Archer Title of Texas and expanded its service area to both Archer and Wichita Counties. In 2011, Archer Title acquired the records and books of Clay County Title, making it the only sovereign title plant for Archer, Wichita and Clay Counties.
Calendar of Events
General Membership Meeting................................................................. August 2, 2012 • 11:30 AM Membership, Meetings & Education Committee Meeting.................... August 7, 2012 • 10:00 AM Nominations Committee Meeting............................................................ August 9, 2012 • 10:00 AM Publications Committee Meeting........................................................... August 14, 2012 • 10:00 AM Parade of Homes & Special Events Committee Meeting.................... August 15, 2012 • 10:00 AM Budgets & By-Laws Committee Meeting.................................................. August 21, 2012 • 9:15 AM Board of Directors Meeting .................................................................... August 22, 2012 • 11:00 AM 2801 Kell East
Phone (940) 692-5734
Wichita Falls
Fax (940) 692-0391
Texas 76308
Lane Landes, Owner
tco@wf.net
CHRIS• DOCKMAN • COMPANY 2071 FM 171 Wichita Falls, Texas 76305 Phone & Fax (940) 767-9710 Cell (940) 704-3471 Jerry Fillmon, Owner/Manager
940-782-3805
8011 Seymour Hwy • Wichita Falls, TX 76310
JUSTIN BAILEY
Vice President/Lending
justinb@snbt.net
TEXAS
ASSOCIATION
Delinda Dodd Mortgage Team Member
940-723-0944
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1401 Holliday • Wichita Falls, TX 76301 940-720-8023 Fax 940-720-8071
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Email delinda.dodd@usfcu.us
Homebuilders Award Scholarships The North Texas Home Builders Association awarded three scholarships to deserving students at the organization’s July membership luncheon held Thursday, July 5, at the Kemp Center for the Arts. Scholarship Committee Chairman Jeff McClatchy awarded the $1,650 scholarships to Bryce Tucker, Mindy Schroeder, and Kolten Booher. Mindy Schroeder is the daughter of Cyril and Mary Jo Schroeder of Windthorst. She graduated in May from Archer City High School where she played volleyball and varsity tennis. She also was in National Honor Society, Fellowship of Scholarship Committee Chairman Jeff McClatchy Christian Athletes, and UIL public speaking, current events, and is shown with this year’s scholarship winners Mindy ready writing competition. She will attend Midwestern State Schroeder, Kolten Booher, and Bryce Tucker. University studying business management and marketing. She has grown up in the real estate and construction business and hopes to be both a Realtor and a homebuilder. Bryce Tucker is the son of Michael and Sharon Tucker of Byers. He graduated from Petrolia High School where he excelled in varsity football and basketball and trap shooting. He also was active in Future Farmers of America and National Honor Society. He attends Midwestern State University where he is studying mechanical engineering. He also manages the family farm while his father is recovering from leukemia. He hopes to pursue a career in farming and in business of building and manufacturing metal barn structures. Kolten Booher is the son of Kurt and Kim Booher of Henrietta. He is a graduate of Henrietta High School where he participated in five varsity sports and was active in National Honor Society, Future Farmers of America, UIL Accounting and Cross X Debate teams, and the PAL program. He also was active in the youth program at First Baptist Church of Henrietta and Clay County Mission Outreach. He will be attending Texas A&M University where he will be studying electrical engineering. After graduation, his goal is to join his father’s electrical engineering firm. Association Vice President Steven Hinson presented a check for $220 to Suzanne Stone, representing the Children’s Miracle Network of United Regional Health Care System. The donation was made from the proceeds of the May gift basket drawing. The gift basket was provided by Texas Community Credit Union. Hinson also announced that the June Parade of Homes was one of the most successful Parades in the history of the association. He said 1883 persons attended the Parade. This was 90 persons more than attended last year. Sharon Tucker presented information about the upcoming membership drive. This will be a local, state and national drive and run through Dec. 31. The local membership goal of Vice President Steven Hinson the association is 16 new members. Chuck Dennis spoke about the association’s Housing presents a check to Hall of Honor. He said it was time to make nominations. “Stop and think about those who Suzanne Stone representing Children’s Miracle Network have given to this association and made a significant contribution to the industry.”
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723-1436
s! BRYAN WAGGONER 3907 Kell Boulevard • Wichita Falls • Texas 76308 (940) 691-3641 Fax (940) 691-3643 • (800) 466-3642 E-Mail bryanl@waggonercarpetone.com
703 E. Scott Wichita Falls, TX 76308
In the Month of August the buzz around Wichita Falls tend s to be about the Hotter ‘N Hell Hundred and the Texas Ranch Roundup. Both have been entertaining the people of Wichita Falls for over 30 years. Proceeds from both events are designated to help charity organizations. For more information about either of these events and the charities they support you can visit www.hh100.org or www.texasranchroundup.com
Hotter ‘ N Hell Hundred The cycling community of America can look forward to continued innovation in 2012, GPS mapping, and changes to Hell’s Gate. Riders and racers from all over the USA will celebrate the 31st annual Hotter ‘N Hell Hundred on Aug. 25, 2012. HHH will continue to excite record numbers of participants and add to their fitness experience. The Hotter’N Hell Hundred is one of the oldest and largest cycling events in the nation. Fitness oriented riders and bicycle racers will come to Wichita Falls, Texas, from virtually every state and several foreign countries. They will set their calendars for the week of Aug. 23 – Aug. 26, 2012. The official HHH Endurance Ride start will be approximately 7:00 a.m. (official sunrise) on Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012. The USA Cycling Road Race is Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012 with USA Cycling Criterion racing on Friday and Sunday. The HHH will continue to offer a mountain bike race on Friday, August 24, 2012 and a trail run on Sunday, August 26, 2012 as well. By the way, the HHH is always 9 days before Labor Day. Several things happen during the Hotter’N Hell weekend. The activities that comprise the HHH are: Registration, Consumer Show, Spaghetti Dinner, USA Cycling Criterion Race, USA Cycling Road Race, the Hotter’N Hell Hundred Endurance Ride, an Off-Road bicycle race, off-road trail run along with entertainment food and fellowship at the Finish Line Village. In other words, HHH is not just one day; it is at least 4 days of challenging and inspiring activities. Endurance cyclists will face wind and heat with the help of 4,000 event volunteers on routes up to 100 miles. The Hotter’N Hell Hundred route is rolling with some long inclines accentuated by incessant wind. With the huge consumer products show, off-road mountain biking and USA Cycling Races over the weekend, the Hotter’N Hell offers an awesome start and the greatest weekend on two wheels. If you are going to ride 100 miles, the best place to do it is at the Hotter’N Hell Hundred! People ask what you get when you register for the HHH. It is a grueling day in the sun, so what does a rider get besides sore muscles, tired posterior, sense of accomplishment and several hours of pure cycling madness? There is no answer that fits all. Riders pit themselves against the road and elements for different reasons. What everyone does get is a ride T-shirt and water bottle, goodie bag, free stuff from the consumer show, his or her share of 15,000 gallons of hydration fluid, truckloads of fruit, pickles, thousands of helpers on the route and a hard-earned finisher pin.
Texas Ranch Round Up Originally began to replicate the big cattle roundups in the 1800’s and early 1900’s. In 1981 it became the first of hundreds of rodeos that now occur all over North America. The first event committee determined that participating ranches would be full time, historic Texas cattle ranches and that participants would be owners, full time hands and immediate family members. They also determined ranch families shoul be involved outside the arena to showcase real ranch life and the talents that exist in the families. The committee also developed the rules that are, for the most part, followed throughout ranch rodeos today. The legacy of great Texas Ranches, the integrity of the participants and the ranches dedication to the benefitting charities has made the event successful beyond the wildest dreams of the founding group. The round up is scheduled August 17,18, 2012 at the Multi-Purpose Event Center and includes a festival & trade show, Kids Roundup, Ranch Cutting Horse Association Competition, Kids Stick Horse & Barrel Race, Ranch Roundup Arena Events, Cookin & Displayed talent competition, Ranch Music Skit competition, Ranch Kids Goat Marking are just a few. You can also join in on a Cowboy Church Service with Susie McEntire Sunday at 9:00AM. A full schedule of events and obtain more history about the Texas Ranch Round up please visit their web site listed above. Email the phrase “Back to School” to nthba.teri@gmail.com & your name will be entered into a drawing for two free meals to the September General Membership Meeting
WINDOWS, DOORS AND MORE!
522 Beverly Drive Wichita Falls, Texas 76309
723-1436
s! BRYAN WAGGONER 3907 Kell Boulevard • Wichita Falls • Texas 76308 (940) 691-3641 Fax (940) 691-3643 • (800) 466-3642 Phone 2801 Kell E-Mail East bryanl@waggonercarpetone.com (940) 692-5734 Fax Wichita Falls
Texas 76308
(940) 692-0391
Lane Landes, Owner
tco@wf.net
CHRIS•DOCKMAN • COMPANY
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2071 FM 171 Wichita Falls, Texas 76305 Phone & Fax (940) 767-9710 Cell (940) 704-3471 Jerry Fillmon, Owner/Manager
North Texas Serving HomeWichita, Builders Asso Archer and Clay Counties
1920 Elmwood North Ave. • Wichita Falls, Texas 76308 (940) 720-5200 • (940) 691-3199 Fax
2801 Midwestern Parkway, Suite 200 Wichita Falls, Texas 76308 940-696-0000 phone • 940-687-1725 fax www.fstbnk.com
Jean Taylor, CESA
Vice President / Escrow Officer
jeant@archertitle.com
TEXAS
ASSOCIATION
940-723-0944
OF
BUILDERS
Serving This Area Since 1946
Maggie Johnson
Operations Mgr. / Escrow Officer
maggiej@archertitle.com
Kenneth Armstrong ............................. 30 Jim Henderson ...................................... 17 George Medlen ...................................... 23 O.W. Ayers .............................................. 26 Kenneth Armstrong ............................. 30
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