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Education Classes for May
8-Hr Lead Renovator Initial Course Join us Thursday, May 26th from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM at HBRA in Williston
Cost: $75* per member $100* per non-member *This reduced rate is possible because of a grant from VT Green - and is only available to VT Residents or companies that work in VT.
Click here for more information or to register for these courses.
Contact Connie with any questions @
(802) 876-6200 cbrigham@vtbuilders.com
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April Renewals
All Season Siding
Buxton Drafting Services
Champlain Housing Trust
Distinctive Restoration
Gallery of Cabinets
Lamberti Excavating
Mitchell Sheet Metal, Inc.
Parksite, Inc.
Patrick O'Brien Development, LLC
Reliant Electric Works, Inc.
Sandra Vitzthum Architect, LLC
SWEENEY DESIGN BUILD
The Finishing Company
The Vermont Agency
Upon This Rock / Granite International
Vermont Precision Stone LLC
Vermont Solid Surface
Walsh Electric Supply
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Dear ,
This is the HBRA E-Builder May 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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May Membership Mixer
Sponsored by:
This event will begin at 5:30 p.m. and last for about two hours. We will have appetizers & beverages to help get the conversations started. The majority of this event will be focused on giving you a chance to network with your local business associates. We will also be kicking-off the "Gambling for Members" Membership Drive. Towards the end of the mixer, the members who have volunteered to recruit during the drive will break into teams, come up with recruiting goals and team names and get those competitive juices flowing! Click here to learn more about the drive.
When: Tuesday, May 10th
Where: HBRA Office, Williston
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Cost: FREE
Register: Click Here or call the office.
Gambling for Members
Membership Drive
Please join us for our upcoming Membership Drive on May 11th & 12th at the HBRA Office in Williston from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm both days. The goal of this drive is to increase the membership in the HBRA through the creation and execution of a two-day membership drive. This drive is a two-day, team based, intense, competitive and fun process designed to attract a maximum number of new members in a short period of time. We have held four other highly successful drives in 2006, 2007, 2009 & 2010.
Please help us by recruiting at the office for TWO HOURS on either May 11th / 12th. Bring your list of contacts that you believe would benefit from membership in the Association and the additional $900 in incentives they'll receive by joining during the drive.
Click Here for information on helping out with the drive and what the prizes will be for recruiting.
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_______________________________________________ | New Member Profile
Business Description: Custom Masonry and Chimney Services. Services offered: Chimney Sweep, Liners, Repair, Inspection and Dryer Vent Cleaning. HBRA Member Discount: $50 off any service for HBRANV Members.
"To inspect, sweep, build and repair our customers' chimneys to ensure the safety of their homes and families."
Brickliners Sarah Leduc - Office Manager
Please contact Sarah to schedule any chimney or masonry needs. 51 Dorset Lane
Williston, Vermont 05495
(802) 872-0123 / F: 872-0133
jloeffler@brickliners.com
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New Member Profile
Gina Clark Accounting Services
Business Description: Computerized Accounting, Consulting and Payroll Services. Services & Experience: BookKeeping, QuickBooks and QuickBooks Training. Gina has 30 years of experience in accounting and is a certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor.
HBRA Member Discount Call Gina Clark for a Free One Hour Consult.
"To provide excellent accounting services and QuickBooks training to companies and individuals."  
Gina Clark Accounting Services (802) 524-5838 / Fax: 782-8056 gina192@comcast.net |
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Franklin County Mixer!
Please join us on Wednesday, May 4th
for a membership mixer.
We'll meet at Harley D's Restaurant in St. Albans
from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm.
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Central Vermont Mixer
Please join us on Thursday, May 12th
for our monthly membership mixer.
We'll meet at the Eagle Floors on Mill St. in E. Barre
from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $10 pp*
(*first non-member meeting is free)
Click Here to RSVP.
Thanks to our Sponsor!
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Green Council Thursday, May 19th @ Noon Topic: Low Emitting and Sustainable Flooring Products. Guest Speaker: Nigel Mucklow from New England Floor Covering. Nigel has been the owner of New England Floor covering for over 25 years.
Cost: $15 per person (includes lunch)
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May is National Home Remodeling Month!
TOP FIVE HOME MAINTENANCE PROJECTS
During National Remodeling Month this May, review some tips from professional remodelers on maintaining your greatest investment, your home. Regular home inspection and repair will help maintain the condition of your home and save on costly emergencies in the future.
An informal poll of professional remodelers revealed five tips for maintaining your home to keep it in top condition and support home value. Proper home maintenance should start with a regular inspection
of the home's exterior and the heating and cooling system to ensure the home is running smoothly.
1. Inspect the roof. An examination of the roof will reveal spots that need repair, preventing leaks that ruin home interiors and valuables. Regular roof maintenance prevents roof problems leading to structural damages and other expensive emergencies.
2. Add insulation. Most houses can benefit from installing or repairing the insulation barrier in the home. Adequate attic insulation, in particular, keeps the home from losing energy with wasted heating and cooling.
A better insulated home means less work for the heating and cooling system and lower energy bills.
3. Repaint surfaces. A fresh coat of paint does wonders for a home by updating the color palette and giving the home a shiny new start. Quality paint jobs
also protect surfaces and prevent problems like rotting wood. Consider using no- or low-VOC paints for reducing fumes while drying and keeping the home air quality more comfortable.
4. Monitor flashing and caulking. Worn window flashing and caulking allows water to penetrate the walls, causing damage to drywall and framing. Asking a professional to inspect windows can prevent water intrusion, saving thousands in major repairs down the road. Additionally, examine caulking and sealing in
bathrooms to ensure water isn't leaking into walls or floors.
5. Check the water heater and heating and cooling system. Waiting until the water heater, furnace, or air-conditioning fails will cost more in emergency repairs. Bring in experts to assess these units to ensure they are functioning and receive
needed repairs. Newer water heaters and HVAC systems can increase home efficiency, bringing down water and energy bills.
For more information about remodeling, visit www.nahb.org/remodel or the HBRA's Remodelers Council.
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HOME SHOW A SUCCESS
The Home Builders and Remodelers Association hosted the 42nd annual Vermont Home and Garden Show during the weekend of April 15th. The show was once again a success with over 200 vendors in the show and it seemed like everyone who attended the show had a great time. Over 12,000 people braved some tough weather and attended the show. This year a few new features were added to the show and the response was great. The silent auction took in over $4,700 with partial proceeds to benefit Rebuilding Together.
Special thanks to Otter Creek Awnings Sunrooms Custom Closets for being the Presenting Sponsor of the show this year. We cannot forget all the other sponsors of the show: Efficiency VT, The Burlington Free Press, Windjammer Hospitality Group, O'Brien Brothers Agency and Curtis Lumber. The show would not have been a success without you.
Click Here to see pictures of the show.
Planning has already begun for the 2012 show, so mark your calendars for April 20-22, 2012.
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_______________________________________________ | April Franklin Mixer - Recap
Thank you very much to Portland Glass for sponsoring our Franklin Mixer at Harley D's in
St. Albans. Click Here for pictures.
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Save the Date(s)!
Thursday, July 14th - Central VT Event @ Thunder Road International Speedway in Waterbury. We've reserved the BBQ pavilion at Turn 3 for the event. Please contact Amanda Ibey @ 876-6200 x12 or aibey@vtbuilders.com for more information.
Thursday, July 21st - Member Appreciation Day @ the VT Lake Monsters as they take on the Lowell Spinners. Click Here for sponsor opportunities
& event information.
Thursday, September 22nd - HBRA 21st Annual Golf Tournament at Rocky Ridge Golf Club. Please contact Amanda Ibey @ 876-6200 x12 or
aibey@vtbuilders.com for more information.
Tuesday, October 18th - 34th Annual Better Homes Awards at the Sheraton in Burlington.
Click Here for more information.
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Thank you to the following members who have helped to recruit new members since
January 2011:
Joe Doro, ProTect Painters
Patty Geraghty, Portland Glass
Scott Hutchins, Hutch Brothers Concrete Corp.
Pat Malaney, Upon This Rock
Jodi Ovens, Craig Hervey Housewright Construction
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
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.
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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Specific to the City of Burlington's process and procedures concerning Lead Safe Practices, RRP, securing & closing permits.
Effective June 15, 2011
#1) With respect to receiving a permit for those construction projects that predate 1978, you will need to have your RRP Certification. Without the certification in the database system, you will not be granted a construction permit. Click here for notification.
#2) With respect to closing out those permits issued on those construction projects that predate 1978, a check-list will be provided and will need to be filled out in full as part of closing out your permit.
Please make note of the following that pertains to all permits; An open permit (Issued) will have an adverse effect on any property transaction and can be a show stopper; hence, holding up refinancing or pushing back a closing during time of sale. It is very important that you, (contractor of record) are aware of and are making sure your permits are "closed".
Sincerely,
Ned H. Holt, Building Official
City of Burlington Department of Public Works
645 Pine Street
Burlington, VT 05401
T 802-865-7559
NHolt@ci.burlington.vt.us
www.dpw.ci.burlington.vt.us
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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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Thank you for reading our
May 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
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