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March 2011
In This Issue
Education Classes for March
Members in the News
Member Newsletters & NAHB Articles
Open Houses & Education
February Renewals
March Bowling Mixer
Welcome New Members
New Member Profile
New Member Profile
Franklin County Mixer
Central Vermont Mixer
Council Meetings
February Mixer - Recap
Thank You to Recruiters!
Discount Program
Radon Resistant Construction Classes
Franchise for Sale
Job Opening
Upcoming Events

Membership Discounts

Lead Paint Rule

Education

Better Homes Awards
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 Do Business with a Member
Education Classes for March

Relationship Building & the Branding Advantage 

Join us Wednesday,
March 16th at
8:00 AM at HBRA
Cost:  $5 per member
$10 per non-member

   
    

The Basics of VT Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Registered Partnerships & Tradenames 

Join us Thursday,

March 17th at

8:00 AM at  

Miles Supply in Barre 

Cost:$5 per member

$10 per non-member

 

Radon Resistant New Construction 

Join us Wednesday,

March 30th from 

8:00 AM - Noon

at HBRA in Williston
Cost:  $15 per member

$30 per non-member


Radon Resistant New Construction
Join us Thursday,
March 31st from
8 AM - Noon
in Montpelier (TBA)
Cost:  $15/member
$30/non-member  
  

 
Click here for more information or to register for these courses. 

   
Contact Connie with any questions @
(802) 876-6200 cbrigham@vtbuilders.com

 
Open Houses & Education:

March 16th:  Quad-Lock New England Regional Training* - Barre
*HBRA Members save $25 (50% off)!!


February Renewals
 

Plageman, Gagnon & Daughters, Inc.

 

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

 

Acadia Insurance

 

Urban Vermont Builders

 

Greentree Real Estate

 

Chimney Sweep Fireplace Shop

 

Northern New England Homes, Inc.

 

Noyle Johnson Insurance

 

Attacca Realty Corporation

 

Robertson Brothers Building, LLC

 

EZ Container Service, Inc.

 

W. E. Posey Design/Build

 

BC Beeman, North- Building

 

Etchworks of Vermont

 

Lang McLaughry Spera~ Kathy O'Brien

 

Melody Electric

 

Bugbee Insulation & Heating Alternatives

 

Conservation Collaboratives LLC

 

G M Bowen Excavating Contractor, Inc.

 

Blazing Design Inc.


Dear , 
   
This is the HBRA E-Builder March edition. Below you will find upcoming events, new member profiles, renewing members, and much more. Thank you for taking the time to find out what's new and happening at the HBRA. If you have any thoughts or items you would like to see in upcoming issues please contact Connie at cbrigham@vtbuilders.com.   

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March Bowling Mixer

We will begin the evening with 2-3 games of team bowling with prizes for the winning teams.  We will then move upstairs to the City Sports Grille for pool, cocktails and networking with your local business associates. 

     
Date:  Wednesday, March 23rd
Location: Spare Time, Colchester
Time:  3:15 - 5:15 PM - Bowling (teams of 4)
5:30 - 7:30 PM - Mixer
Cost:  $10/pp bowling (includes shoes & soda)
$10/pp mixer

Mixer Munchies: Fruit, Veges & Dip, Wraps, Wings,  

             Chips & Salsa, Pizza

 

Sponsorship Opportunities:

$200 - Bowling Sponsor: Hyperlink on all invitations; Hyperlink on main page of HBRA website for two weeks; company logo included in event program; banner displayed at bowling portion of event and includes 4 tickets to bowl.


$200 - Mixer Sponsor: Hyperlink on all invitations; Hyperlink on main page of HBRA website for two weeks; company logo included in event program; banner displayed at mixer and includes 4 tickets to the mixer.


$100 - Food Sponsor: Company name included on all invitations and on main page of HBRA website for two weeks; company name included in event program; banner displayed at mixer and includes 2 tickets to the mixer.


$100 - Bar Sponsor: Company name included on all invitations & on main page of HBRA website for 2 weeks; company name included in event program; banner displayed at bar during mixer & includes 2 tix to mixer. 


RSVP Now

Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor!

O'Brien Brothers Agency

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Welcome New Members

G. W. Savage Corporation
Doug Ellwood - Coowner
16 Gregory Drive, S. Burlington, VT
(802) 660-8900 / FAX: 660-2491
www.gwsavage.com
Fire & Water Restoration

Over And Above Aerial Photography
Gerald (Jerry) Smith - Owner
579 Beam Road, Hyde Park, VT
(802) 585-1011 / FAX: 904-1017
www.OverAndAbovePhoto.com
Low Level Aerial Photography from tethered blimp or mast

Evergreen Environmental Health & Safety, Inc.
Terese Churchill - President
PO Box 1053, Williston, VT
(802) 239-4696 / FAX: 239-4961
www.evergreen-environment.com
Environmental Health & Safety

ADT Security Services
David Dube - Small Bus. Sales Rep
4626 Williston Road, Williston, VT
(802) 734-0501 / FAX: 651-9737
www.adt.com
SB Security & Video Surveillance
Sponsored by: Dave Turner

Chris Jeffrey Stained Glass
Chris Jeffrey - Owner
201 North Main Street, Barre, VT
(802) 479-0020
www.chrisjeffrey.com
Custom Stained Glass Studio

JWD Construction, LLC
Christopher J. Daniele - Owner
79 Sunset View Road, S. Hero, VT
(802) 999-1454
www.jwdconstruction.com
Construction & Remodeling

Catamount Color
Rebecca LaBarge - Acct Exec.
89 Sand Hill Road, Essex, VT
(802) 764-4032 / Fax: 879-4865
www.catamountcolor.com
Full Service Printing & Mailing
Sponsored by:  Joe Doro  

    

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New Member Profile

Eastern Solar Technologies LLC


Business Description:  Solar & Renewable Energy Design & Installation.   

 

Established: Eastern Solar Technologies (EST) was founded in 1979, establishing it as one of the oldest solar energy companies in the US. With certifications from well-established solar manufacturers, EST comes with impeccable credentials.

 

Building Contractor Program Available. 


Services:  Solar is EASY! EST provides the knowledge and latest technologies in New England for solar hot water, solar heating, direct hot air systems, as well as pool and spa heating for both residential and commercial applications. Add in knowledge, conscientious, VT-licensed master plumbers, certified installers and you have a winning combination.


"To be a part of the renewable energy future of Vermont and our planet."


Eastern Solar Technologies, LLC

William L. Kolisko - President
2204 Upper Pleasant Valley Road
Cambridge, Vermont 05444
(802) 644-2855
www.easternsolartechnologies.com

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New Member Profile

Specialty Coatings 

Business Description:  Insulation, Fireproofing & Waterproofing.


Services:  Spray foam and cellulose insulation, thermal barriers and waterproofing. 


"To provide a quality product and installation."


Specialty Coatings LLC 

Drew Gelfenbein - Managing Member 

Shane Girard - Project Manager 

151 Four Sisters Road, S. Burlington, VT 05403 

Phone & Fax: (802) 862-7911

www.speccoatings.com

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Franklin County Mixer!

Please join us on Wednesday, March 2nd
for a membership mixer.
We'll meet at Harley D's Restaurant in St. Albans
from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm.

Cost: $10 pp

Click here to RSVP.

Thank you to our Sponsor!
Durocher Auto 

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Central Vermont Mixer!

Please join us on Thursday, March 10th
for our monthly membership mixer.
We'll meet at the Interior Creations - 92 S. Main St. in Barre
from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm.

Cost: $10 pp*
(*first non-member meeting is free)

Click here to RSVP.

Thank you to our Sponsor!
Interior Creations Logo    

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Green Council 
Thursday, March 17th @ Noon
Topic: Site planning, site design, building orientation, and landscape planning as it relates to green building.
Guest Speaker: Keith Wagner and Jeff Hodgson from H. Keith Wagner Partnership, Landscape architects.
Cost:  $15 per person (includes lunch)

Remodelers' Council

Friday, March 18th @ 8:00 AM
Click here for Remodelers Council Page
Topic:  TBA
Cost:  Free (includes breakfast)

Click Here To RSVP

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February Mixers - Recap

Thank you very much to O'Brien Brothers Agency  for being our presenting sponsor of our February Dinner Meeting with Secretary of Commerce Miller.  We had a great crowd with lots of networking being done.

To see pictures of this event - click here.

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Thank you to the following members who have helped to recruit new members since
January 2011:

Joe Doro, ProTect Painters
Pat Malaney, Upon This Rock
Chris Quinn, Red House Building
Ward Smyth, Turtle Creek Builders Ltd.
Robert Tourangeau, Durocher Auto Sales
Dave Turner, Electronic Connection

Thank you for helping us stay strong in 2011!

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Member to Member  

Discount Program


The 2011 Membership Directory & Buyer's Guide will be arriving in your mailbox in early March and as part of that mailing, we will be sending out the complete list of Member-to-Member Discounts available through the Association.

If you are interested in being a part of this program - and offering a discount off your goods/services - please complete this FORM and mail or fax (876-6204) it back to me.  Your company name, contact information and discount will be viewed by over 500 companies!!  Great advertising!

To see the current list of discounts - click here.

Don't miss out on this excellent opportunity to advertise your company and invite your fellow members to try out your services!

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Radon Resistant New Construction Classes in Williston & Montpelier 


In ever increasing numbers, environmental and health conscious home buyers are asking builders to incorporate radon control features into new homes.  Learn about the benefits of including radon control options in your projects.  William Bell, a nationally known radon specialist with more that 20 years of experience in the field will explain the do's and don'ts using examples from his troubleshooting experience.

This class qualifies you for 3 Hours of continuing ed credits for the National Association of Home Builders' builder & remodeler professional designations.

This class would normally be $75/per person, but with a Vermont Department of Health Grant Award, we are able to offer the class at a reduced rate of $15/member OR $30/non-member.

Dates:  Wednesday, March 30th - HBRA Office, Williston
           Thursday, March 31st - Barre area, location TBA
Time:  8:00 AM - Noon
A light breakfast will be available.

 

RSVP NOW 

 

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Franchise for Sale! 

 

HBRA Member - Doug Painter of Miracle Method has put his Vermont franchise up for sale for $80,000.  This sales includes all the equipment needed for one set-up; a 2008 vehicle; client list and protected territory.  He is currently in an office space that could continue to be used at an excellent rate.  Ideal for a husband + wife team.  Doug will take the time to walk you through the business and assist with the first month of hands-on work. 

For more information please contact Doug at
(802) 985-5551 or dpainter@miraclemethod.com.

 

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Construction Manager - Job Opening

 

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a residential construction company with 30+ year history that is seeking an energetic Construction Manager with a can-do attitude and desire to contribute to our team.

 

Click Here for more information.

 

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Thank you for reading our 
March E-Builder!

 
Regards,  HBRA Staff
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Home Builders & Remodelers Association
136 James Brown Drive
Williston, Vermont 05495
Phone: (802) 876-6200
Fax:  (802) 876-6204