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20 Real Homeowners StoryBuckhead Townhome: Total
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58 What a Difference a Pane MakesHow Windows and Doors
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votes choseas this years best!
ON THE COVER: The beautiful Mediterranean kitchen shown on our
cover features quartz counters, oak ooring, glazed cabinets and
other stunning nishes. To see more photos of this lovely remodel,
turn to page 54. Photos courtesy of DCD Kitchen & Bath Design
Studio, photography by Gregg Willett Photography.
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2015 Georgia Power. All rights reserved. Certain restrictions
apply. Must be a Georgia Power customer. Valid through December
2015. Rebate eligibility varies based on improvements made and
energy reduction achieved. Rebate request must be submitted with
receipt within 60 days of purchase or installation of qualifying
improvements. Full details available online.
Do you know how much energy your home is wasting?The average
home has enough air leaks to create an opening over 3 feet wide. So
schedule a Whole House Energy Assessment, performed by a program
participating contractor, to find out where your home is losing
energy. Complete a home energy assessment and youll get up to a
$225 rebate. And if you make the recommended home energy
improvements, you could get up to $2,350 in rebates. Learn more at
georgiapower.com/wholehouse or call 1-877-310-5607.
Small energy leaks can really add up.
A very heartfelt thank you to Sub-Zero Wolf Showroom for hosting
our Best of 2015 photo shoot.Wed also like to thank Brian Reeves of
Perfect Day Photos and hair and makeup artists (Jodi Grieshop,
Dianna Hall & Chiquita Davis) from Shear Salon for making the
event so memorable!
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2015 Georgia Power. All rights reserved. Certain restrictions
apply. Must be a Georgia Power customer. Valid through December
2015. Rebate eligibility varies based on improvements made and
energy reduction achieved. Rebate request must be submitted with
receipt within 60 days of purchase or installation of qualifying
improvements. Full details available online.
Do you know how much energy your home is wasting?The average
home has enough air leaks to create an opening over 3 feet wide. So
schedule a Whole House Energy Assessment, performed by a program
participating contractor, to find out where your home is losing
energy. Complete a home energy assessment and youll get up to a
$225 rebate. And if you make the recommended home energy
improvements, you could get up to $2,350 in rebates. Learn more at
georgiapower.com/wholehouse or call 1-877-310-5607.
Small energy leaks can really add up.
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12 Editors Picks Home Shopping In Decatur Square
15 Home Front Quick Tips, Expert Advice, Fun Events and
More!
25 Lighting in Layers How To Improve Your Kitchens Appearance
With Task Lighting
66 Our Expert Panel Q&A Pool Experts Chime in on Common Pool
FAQs
68 Garden Inspiration Urban Agriculture Council Planters
Delight
70 New! The Payoff: Home Improvement ROI Dont Forget the Pres!
Pre-listing Inspections and Appraisals are Crucial to Selling Your
Home
73 Resource Finder Find Help With Your Home Improvement
Projects
78 New! DIY Blogger Beat 7 Steps to a Pretty, DIY Headboard
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SERVICES INCLUDE:Air ConditioningHeatingMaintenance
ProgramsService RepairsIndoor Air QualityHumidity
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YOUR COMFORT IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY...
or to schedule your free In-Home Consultation
770.COOL AIR (770.266.5247)
SUMMER SPECIALS!!!ANY SERVICE
OR REPAIR
10%* OFF
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$5995PER UNIT
COMPLETE LENNOX 16 SEER HEATING & COOLING SYSTEM
$5,295***INSTALLED
2 TON 14 SEER LENNOXA/C & COIL
$3,295**INSTALLED
Some restrictions apply. Call for details.
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Some restrictions apply. Call for details.
Some restrictions apply. Call for details.
$139
PER SYSTEM$99 FOR EACH ADDL SYSTEM
2 visits. Some restrictions apply. Call for details.
FREE IN-HOME CONSULTATION
Reg $159
*Includes parts and labor. Can not be combined with tune-up or
maintenance specials.
** 2 Ton 14 SEER Lennox A/C with matching coil and digital
thermostat. Price includes standard installation and
excludes permits and bringing system up to code. Additional
charges may apply for additional work and upgrades.
Call for more details.
***Complete 2.0 Ton 16 SEER split system A/C with 45K BTU 80%
gas furnace, matching coil and digital
thermostat. Price includes standard installation and excludes
permits and bringing system up to code. Additional charges may
apply for additional work and upgrades. Call for more
details.
****System rebate offers range from $300-$1,700. Rebate offer is
valid June 22nd August 21st with the purchase of
qualifying Lennox products. Cannot be combined with any other
offer.
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Whats Best? editorsletter
This issue is just The Best. Literally. Starting on page 26
we
devote page after page to the
companies you, dear readers,
chose as The Best of 2015.
For the record, we think you
made some fantastic choices
and we had a blast at our
Best of 2015 photo shoot.
The Best also turned out to
be The Most Fun!
These winners really got me thinking. What constitutes
the best? What are the parameters of quality when it
comes to trusting someone to work on your home, pet or
yard?
Its easy to think that the company with the lowest price
might be the best deal. But is it really? I dont think so.
Most
of the comments voters left barely even mentioned price.
Instead they spoke about top-notch professionalism, talent,
friendliness and punctuality. One of you even praised a
business for being deeply invested in the community.
Not one mention of dollars, deals or discounts.
I think thats so telling of our readers. Good doesnt mean
cheap. It means reliable, ethical, quality. And I think
youll
nd that the winners of The Best of 2015 personify all of
these adjectives beautifully.
What else is in this issue? A lot! We have a great spread
on Windows & Doors, starting on page 58. Check out the
before and afters and see what a profound effect simply
updating your windows or doors can have on your home.
Speaking of upgrading, wait until you see the whole-home
ultra-elegant Real Homeowners Story on page 20. This
makeover was so involved that the couple who owned this
home chose to move outfor an entire year!
In closing, Id like to thank youthe readers who came
out in absolute droves to support their favorite local
businesses. Im so impressed by your loyalty and passion.
All I can say is
You Guys Are The Best,
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Coming in September:
In this Issue
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Wheres the best home dcor shopping in Decatur/Avondale Estates?
p. 12
Which anniversary are we celebrating this month? p. 16
Whats the real difference between salt and chlorine pools? p.
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Its home show month, its home show
month! September isnt just our favorite because it means cooler
temperatures and more fun with fashion. Its also the month of The
Atlanta Fall Home Show.
From September 11-13, the 32nd Annual Fall Atlanta
Home Show will be taking over the Cobb Galleria Centre. So mark
your
calendars now!
Also in next months issue, well be talking hardwood.
All things hardwood! Trends, types, cost per square foot and
more.
Well also be tackling the perfect topic for September weather:
outdoor cooking! From portable tailgating
all the way up to luxurious outdoor kitchens, weve got loads of
expert advice and beautiful photos to inspire you to eat
moreoutdoors!
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1. Vivid BoutiqueLocated in the heart
of the Decatur Square,
Vivid Boutique features
everything from French
housewares, handcrafted
items, vintage-style
tea towels and aprons,
and unique home
decor items. Extremely
affordable home dcor
items! We found this
$14 metal bird hook
particularly charming. See
VividDecatur.com or stop
by 133 E Court Square for
more information.
2. Second Life Upscale ResaleThis amazing store doesnt
just offer great thrift store
nds (this large, beautiful
pottery piece is only
$19.99). The proceeds of all
sales provide cash grants
to the many animalrescue
organizations who
tirelessly work to make a
difference in the lives of
homeless and forgotten
pets! Win-win-woof! Visit
1 N Clarendon Ave or
SecondLifeAtlanta.org.
3. Finders Keepers ConsignmentsSo much great
consignment stuff, it
literally spills out into
the parking lot. This great
$45 teal triangle table
struck us before we even
walked in the door. But
once inside, youll nd
4,000 square feet (at 2753 E
College Ave) of wonderful
clothing, antiques, jewelry
and more. The only thing
better than the selection
is the friendliness of the
staff! See FKConsign.com
for more!
4. Kudzu AntiquesDont let the name fool
you. Although they
do carry a lot of great
antiques, they offer so
much more in their 24,000
square foot location.
Treasures include locally
designed clothing, custom
artwork (like this $79
USA wood art) and a lot
of pretty jewelry. See
KudzuAntiques.com or
drop by their Decatur
location at 2928 E Ponce
De Leon Ave!
5. Trinity DesignCarefully curated. Thats
the only way to describe
the exquisite collection
of home dcor available
in this delicious Decatur
shop. No wonder
everything is so tasteful
and unique (like this large
$225 Moroccan pouf ).
Thats because Trinity
offers design services as
well as stunning home
products! Visit 131 E
Trinity Place or Trinity-
Decatur.com for more.
editorspicks
Avondale/Decatur
Long considered one of the most fun neighborhoods in Atlanta,
the Decatur area also boasts some pretty great home dcor shopping.
We tooled around the Decatur Square/Avondale area recently and
found some wonderful shops. Here are just a few
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New and notable home improvement products
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Its huge. Its bursting with color, food, live music and most of
allart! Its
the Piedmont Park Arts Festivaland August 15 -16 it will feature
250 painters,
photographers, sculptors, leather and metalworkers, glass
blowers and
jewelers. Add in artist demonstrations, live acoustic music, a
childrens play
area and food vendors, and you have a fantastic, free family
event. For more
information, visit PiedmontParkArtsFestival.com.
Summer Storm Stakeout!To most Atlantans, summer lawn care
usually begins and ends at heat-proong your grass
and worrying about watering. But
dont forget your fragile tall plants
and owers. Summer storms can
be quite intense, and un-staked
vegetation can easily be bent or
broken in strong winds. So dont
forget those stakes!
Piedmont Park Arts Festival
Expert Tips, News and Happenings from Atlantas Home Improvement
Community
Photo courtesy of Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces,
photography by Sher Pruitt
Expert Q&A
What factors should
I consider when
choosing window treatments?
Ask yourself the
following questions:
Do you need a window
treatment simply to beautify
your room? Are you looking to
add privacy or security? Or is
the window treatments
primary function light control?
In todays market, window
treatment options are
seemingly endless. Most
products are available in a wide
range of colors, sizes, textures
and opacities. You can even
control your treatments with
your iPhone these days!
When considering what style
of treatment you should
choose, traditional plantation
shutters will always have a
place in Atlanta. Yet lately
we have seen an uptick in
the sales of soft shadestyles.
These offer elegance, light
control,versatility andthey
complement the transitional
home decor.
Finally, while function and style
are important, so is
professional installation. You
cant put a price on the value
you get from hiring a window
treatment professional. They
can ensure the best possible t,
seamless installation and
service after
the sale.
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Happy 14th Anniversary to Us! On August 1, 2001 the rst-ever
issue of Atlanta Home Improvement
hit the streets. This was years before
people really starting turning to
Google. So founder Sherri Adair
and Patti Stephens decided what
Atlanta needed was not just great
information on how they should
be enhancing their homes, but also
introductions to all the fabulous
home improvement pros right here
in Atlanta. Were proud to say that
14 years later, were still doing just
that for our readers and much more.
Weve expanded online with our digital issue, social media, blog
and much
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August 1Kids Free WorkshopHours & Locations
VaryWorkshops.HomeDepot.com
August 8Cheesemaking Class: Ricotta & Mozzarella10 a.m.
noonSur La Table, Phipps PlazaSurLaTable.com
August 12Introduction to Digital Scrapbooking CourseSix Week
Online CourseAtlanta Technical CollegeEd2go.com/AtlantaTech
August 14-16 FolkFest: Folk Art Show and SaleHours VaryNorth
Atlanta Trade CenterSlotinFolkArt.com
August 15Orchids for Beginners I Class10 a.m. noonAtlanta
Botanical GardenAtlantaBG.org
August 15-16Piedmont Park Arts FestivalSaturday 10 a.m. 6
p.m.Sunday 11 a.m. 6 p.m.Piedmont
ParkPiedmontParkArtsFestival.com
August 22-23East Lake Tour of HomesSaturday 10 a.m. 5 p.m.Sunday
1 5 p.m.East Lake NeighborhoodEastLake.org/Tour-of-homes
August 29 - 30 Grant Park Summer Shade FestivalHours VaryGrant
ParkSummerShadeFestival.org
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32nd Annual Fall Atlanta Home Show & Outdoor Living Expo,
Sept. 11-13, 2015
Save The Date: Atlanta Home Show!Take a moment right now and
circle three days on next months calendar:
September 11-13, 2015. Plan nothing else during this time
because that is the weekend of the 32nd Annual Fall Atlanta Home
Show & Outdoor Living Expo! During this weekend, the Cobb
Galleria Centretransforms into a one-stop-shop for all your home
improvement needs. More than 300
exhibiting companies all come together and take up the
equivalent of three
football elds of space. This is Georgias largest fall home show
featuring
kitchens and baths, gutters, shutters, windows, doors, siding,
roo ng and so
much more! Check out AtlantaHomeShow.com for more details. Photo
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Space. Thats the rst word that pops into your mind as you enter
this
townhome. And it keeps ringing in your ears as you visit all
three
stories of the gorgeous home, which are conveniently accessed
by
an elevator.
The exterior of the townhome, though pretty and private and
very
elegant, does not prepare you for the spaciousness and
sophistication
of this home. Who knew a townhome could offer so much space,
so
much style and so much room to showcase everything from
their
custom art collection to their array of taxidermy?
The homeowners did! They had a vision for this townhome and
spent a year making it a reality. With a trusted architect,
contractor,
decorator and legions of other workers, they transformed
this
standard townhome into a masterpiece.
By 2006 the couples two children had grown up and moved out
and the homeowners made the decision to downsize and nd a
place that required less maintenance. So they purchased a
very
nice, very pretty townhome in Buckhead.
And then they went to work. Though they liked the original
dcor
and layout of the townhome, they didnt love it. So they began
a
massive, top-to-bottom renovation that required them to move
out
for a full year! (They stayed in a friends vacant condo.) We
talked
to these brave homeowners and asked them to share their
advice,
anecdotes and lessons learned, in their own words
Budgets & TrustWe hired an architect and got to working with
him right away.
The project just grew and grew and grew from there. We drew up
a
pretty detailed set of plans. We were extra detailed on the
front end
because what we asked for was something of a xed price deal
which falls pretty much between rare and impossible. But we
did so with an understanding that wed revisit it a lot. We
wanted
to get as much control of it as we could.
Its critically important to nd a contractor and architect you
trust.
You have to have condence in them. And condence means
references you can trust. Once you talk to their references,
really
talk to the contractor. Ask the right questions. What is
their
building philosophy? Are they schedule constrained? Resource
constrained? You have to really take the time to nd out if
your
contractor is three things: competent, fair and responsive. Once
we
established trust, we were much more comfortable adding to
the
budget and making changes as we went along.
FRONT EXTERIOR: The elegant front stairs and brick exterior hint
at the sophistication within.
BACK YARD: This courtyard is one of the reasons we bought the
house. Its accessible from two levels of the house. We didnt want a
total hardscape so we added stones to keep some grass but cut down
on maintenance. We love our repit.
INTERIOR: Before, there was a wall here and the basement steps
felt like a tunnel. We wanted to remove the wall and open it up but
we had to gure out a way to support the upstairs steps. So we
fabricated and installled a at steel plate to hold up the stairs.
(See angled area under top stairs.)
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This whole project was so involved and disruptive that we knew
we didnt
want to do it again. So we decided to bite the bullet, suck it
up and do it right
the rst time. Our philosophy is that if you know you want to
eventually do
something to your home, try to do it all at once. Do it then or
youll regret it
later when you have to start it up all over again. Remember, its
much cheaper
to get it done while the crews are already there.
Presence & CommunicationWe were over here, on site, almost
every single day. The architect joked that
he didnt realize he would have a foreman on this job!
As much as you can, without getting in the way, try to be there
and available
to answer any questions. If youre not there, a lot of decisions
will have to
be made without you. If you dont have that option to be there a
lot, do your
homework, research and make sure you over communicate!
Dont make assumptions. Be overly detailed in your drawings
and
specications. When we had a new shower stall put in and tiled,
we assumed
a bench would be included. Well, it wasnt and it had to be added
in later.
We realized that we really had to diagram a lot of things out.
If its not
drawn out in the plan, dont expect it to happen. Err on the side
of over
communication.
Magazine photos and Pinterest are invaluable tools. Photos help
you
communicate exactly what you want your contractor to do, in ways
that
simply describing it verbally cannot.
Specicity & Style Dont forget to be specic about details
like the outlets and lighting! Make
sure you are on the same page with your contractor about where
you need
everything installed. If you know you are going to have a
computer desk in
a certain corner, make sure your contractor realizes that so he
can place an
outlet nearby.
If you know you are going to hang artwork on certain walls,
inform your
lighting pro so any directional lighting is installed in the
right place.
Illuminating the room in general is ne but if you want to really
add drama
and versatility, make sure you plan out your lighting.
Speaking of lighting, we always suggest that people buy their
LEDs online
because most stores wont have the selection of color
temperatures you need
for different areas of the home. Unless you want the effect of
full sunlight in
all of your rooms, youll need to vary the color
temperatures.
Finally, when the contractors are nished, the project is still
far from
nished. Contractors are wonderful people but they are not who
you
want picking out paint colors and making your furniture and
window
treatment decisions. You need a good designer or decorator when
you are
undertaking a project of this size. A good interior designer is
worth every
penny!
Got your own remodeling story to share? Full house or even just
one room, simply email [email protected] and put
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in a future issue!
KITCHEN: We totally gutted
the kitchen and moved doors
around to make more space. It used
to be a tiny space with a small pantry.
The cabinets were all white and now
they are poplar stained to look
like cherry. Closing off all those extra doors gave us so
much more room.
SUNROOM: This room is
attached to the kitchen. We angled
the bay window to 60 degrees so
we could t a sofa in here. The sofa
faces a TV and the french door leads out to the private
courtyard.
CLOSET: This master
closet was built on top of the roof of the sunporch. This room
didnt exist before. This is a place where
we were more interested in
strorage than fancy nishes. We vaulted
the ceiling and put in skylights to get
as much natural light as we can.
DINING ROOM: These hidden
storage shelves simplify the room.
The cabinet guys built them and
then matched the wallpaper to the
other walls. (See inset photo.)
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Q: What are the benefi ts of task lighting? A: Think of task
lighting as spotlighting.
Task lighting can make a huge impact in kitchen lighting because
it highlights speci c points of visual interest such as the sparkle
of a backsplash, or the inherent beauty of granite countertops. It
also adds light to ll in where general lighting falls off,
increasing the overall brightness of the kitchen. This makes your
kitchen actually look bigger! Finally, task lighting can be
atmospheric, subtly dramatic and relaxing.
Q: What are the most common kinds of task lighting and what
should I look for when shopping for them?A: Under cabinet lighting
is probably the most popular kind of kitchen task lighting. When
choosing your under-cabinet lighting, you want to keep things slim
and low pro le, to ensure the xture disappears under the cabinet
frame. A good rule of thumb is to choose xtures no taller than 1",
which helps hide them behind the frame of upper cabinets. If you
have frameless cabinets, look for xtures that have no light
emitting from the leading edge, which can cause uncomfortable
glare.
Q: Which fi xtures are the easiest to install?A: The simplest
installation is de nitely xtures with the power connected to one
xture. This way, multiple xtures can be
powered by simply linking cables or by using direct end-to-end
connections.
Q: What about layout considerations? A: When installing, always
remember to place the light source toward the front edge of each
cabinet. This way light will be distributed evenly around the
entire counter area. Consider an LED complete under cabinet xture,
which allows easy front-of-cabinet installation with diffuse
dimmable LED light.
Q: How do I choose under cabinet lighting? A: There are four
types:1. T4 Fluorescent Strips: These 1/2 diameter strips make for
a very sleek xture with no delay once the switch is ipped, and a
hue that is much improved.
2. Puck Lights: These hockey puck shaped xtures are a favorite
due to their long-lasting, battery operated and easy-to-install LED
bulbs. No hardwiring required.
3. LED Strips: While these have a long life span, dependent upon
your taste, you may not prefer this strips cool hue.
4. LED Rope or Tape: These extremely thin and easy-to-install
xtures are very discreet. Although they do not output as much light
as other options, they are still very attering for any kitchen.
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Q: What are the benefi ts of task lighting? A: Think of task
lighting as spotlighting.
Task lighting can make a huge impact in kitchen lighting because
it highlights speci c points of visual interest such as the sparkle
of a backsplash, or the inherent beauty of granite countertops. It
also adds light to ll in where general lighting falls off,
increasing the overall brightness of the kitchen. This makes your
kitchen actually look bigger! Finally, task lighting can be
atmospheric, subtly dramatic and relaxing.
Q: What are the most common kinds of task lighting and what
should I look for when shopping for them?A: Under cabinet lighting
is probably the most popular kind of kitchen task lighting. When
choosing your under-cabinet lighting, you want to keep things slim
and low pro le, to ensure the xture disappears under the cabinet
frame. A good rule of thumb is to choose xtures no taller than 1",
which helps hide them behind the frame of upper cabinets. If you
have frameless cabinets, look for xtures that have no light
emitting from the leading edge, which can cause uncomfortable
glare.
Q: Which fi xtures are the easiest to install?A: The simplest
installation is de nitely xtures with the power connected to one
xture. This way, multiple xtures can be
powered by simply linking cables or by using direct end-to-end
connections.
Q: What about layout considerations? A: When installing, always
remember to place the light source toward the front edge of each
cabinet. This way light will be distributed evenly around the
entire counter area. Consider an LED complete under cabinet xture,
which allows easy front-of-cabinet installation with diffuse
dimmable LED light.
Q: How do I choose under cabinet lighting? A: There are four
types:1. T4 Fluorescent Strips: These 1/2 diameter strips make for
a very sleek xture with no delay once the switch is ipped, and a
hue that is much improved.
2. Puck Lights: These hockey puck shaped xtures are a favorite
due to their long-lasting, battery operated and easy-to-install LED
bulbs. No hardwiring required.
3. LED Strips: While these have a long life span, dependent upon
your taste, you may not prefer this strips cool hue.
4. LED Rope or Tape: These extremely thin and easy-to-install
xtures are very discreet. Although they do not output as much light
as other options, they are still very attering for any kitchen.
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COMMUNITYBest Antique ShoppingScott Antique MarketIts the worlds
largest monthly indoor antique show, and it runs the first weekend
of every month. Two enormous buildings of great treasures
showcasing thousands of vendors jewelry, antiques and more!
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Best Art FestivalAtlanta Dogwood FestivalMany Atlantans consider
this festival the official start of spring! With 20,000 attendees,
hundreds of artists, great food and tons of family fun, this
Piedmont Park festival will be celebrating its 80th year in 2016!
Dogwood.org
Best Blog: DesignSimplified BeeHome organization and design are
the cornerstones of this wonderfully informative, well written
blog. Blogger Cristin Bisbee Priest has been writing about time
management, home improvement projects and much more since 2009.
SimplifiedBee.com
Best Blog: DIYRemodelholicThis blog lives up to its battle cry
of reduce, reuse, recycle, re-purpose, remodel! Husband and
wife
bloggers Justin and Cassity post step-by-step DIY home projects,
recipes and loads of helpful home tips. Remodelaholic.com
Best Blog: FamilyWe are That FamilyFamily and faith are at the
center of this advice-
column type blog.WeAreThatFamily.com
Best Blog: Garden Tara DillardAward winning garden designer Tara
Dillard, author of five books, not only writes this wonderful blog.
She also speaks nationally, leads seminars & has a team of
experts with more than a century of specialized
skills.TaraDillard.com.
Best Community Garden The Wylde CenterWhat began as a solution
to a problem (neighborhood kids cutting through an Oakhurst yard)
has transformed into one of the most gorgeous, active community
gardens in all of Atlanta. WyldeCenter.org
Best Cooking School or ClassThe Cooks WarehouseThe first Cooks
Warehouse opened in Midtown in 1995. Since then two more locations
have opened offering great cooking supplies and 800 cooking classes
in everything from wine pairings to international cuisine to
desserts. CooksWarehouse.com
Best Farmers MarketYour Dekalb Farmers MarketOne hundred and
eighty-four different flags fly over this enormous (7,500 square
foot) incredibly varied international market. Shop for meat,
seafood, baked goods, cheeses, coffee, flowers, kitchen gadgets
and much more. The friendly, multicultural staff really know
their stuff, too!
DekalbFarmersMarket.com
Best Food Festival Taste of Marietta
This free food festival is an Atlanta favorite and its easy to
see why: tastes can be had for as little as $1.00, there are
celebrity chefs cooking demos and even a Kids Alley. Come for the
food, stay for the live music! Marietta.com/Taste-Of-Marietta
Best Garden TourDruid Hills Tour of Homes and GardensWith a
tagline of History Happens Here, this tour really delivers. Winding
through one of the oldest neighborhoods in Atlanta (helped along by
Coca-Cola founder Asa Candler) this tour takes you on an elegant,
historical journey. DruidHillsTour.org
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Best Home ShowThe Atlanta Home Show/
SEMCO ProductiosThree times a year, around 300
home improvement and outdoor living companies gather to give
Atlantans good advice and great deals. With celebrity
appearances, cooking demos and a beer garden, theres something for
everyone! AtlantaHomeShow.com
Best Home TourMA Architecture TourFor those excited about
modern
design and creative culture in Atlanta, this is a must do! This
tour walks Atlantans
through some of the most unique and stunning
homes our city has to offer. Ma-DesignIsHuman.com
Best Mortgage Lender/Financial PlannerFidelity BankA beloved
community bank with that unmistakably regal lion for a logo. Their
Partners in Education program is devoted to teaching young students
about the importance of money management. LionBank.com
Best Neighborhood: ITPGrant ParkThis lovely, leafy intown
neighborhood has really blossomed over the past decade or so. In
2000, the neighborhood became Atlantas largest Historic District,
bringing additional zoning protections. GrantPark.org
Best Neighborhood: OTPSmyrnaThe Jonquil City has all the
wonderful amenities and warmth of a small town, but is located
conveniently close to Atlanta. Fun fact: The city elected its fi
rst female mayor, Lorena Pace Pruittway back in 1946!
SmyrnaCity.com
Best Nonprofi t OrganizationCamp SunshineCamp Sunshine is a
nonprofi t organization in Decatur, Georgia, that is dedicated to
enriching the lives of children with cancer and their families
through recreational, educational and support programs.
MyCampSunshine.comCamp Sunshine is a place where cancer kids can
truly be themselves - Katie N.
Best Pet DaycareKelseys Dog HouseDesigned to resemble a fi ne
bed and breakfast with all of the amenities, this is a very popular
Buckhead place to get your dog groomed or drop off for a fun day of
playcare or even an overnight stay. KelseysDoghouse.comNo other day
care compares to the personal service that Kelseys offers. It is
the go-to place for Atlanta celebrities! - Jeff M.
Best RealtorJennifer PinoThis native Atlantan possesses a deep
understanding of Atlantas neighborhoods and how assets like schools
and location drive value. Shefocuses her efforts in the North
Atlanta area and specializes in Alpharetta, Milton and South
Forsyth. JenniferPino.AtlantaFineHomes.com
Winners
Tad Munroe, The Atlanta Home Show/SEMCO Productions, Best Home
Show
Jennifer Pino, Atlanta Fine Homes Sothebys International
Realty, Best Realtor
Photo courtesy of Kelseys Dog House
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Best Wine ClubWine Shoe Atlanta Wine ClubThis locally-owned
Castleberry Hill area store offers fantastic wine clubs (with
tastings, discounts and wine-shopping-by-appointment) as well as
classes on topics like Wine 101 and Best
Sellers.WineShoeAtlanta.comFantastic place, wonderful hosts, and
fabulous affordable wines! - Alinna K.
Best Wine/Liquor StoreThe Wine CellarThis Smyrna wine shop has
it all: a wine caf, wine racks and furniture, crystal and even wine
bottle totes, carriers and luggage! (Wine luggage!?)
WineCellarsOnline.com
DESIGN & DECORBest Fabric StoreFabric and Fringe
WarehouseThis massive 16,000-square-foot showroom in
Marietta, GA (just north of Atlanta, off I-75) boasts literally
thousands of
kinds of fabrics and fringe! (Your favorite shopping
companion can even catch up on the game in their husbands
customer TV lounge!) FabricsAndFringe.com
Best Faux Finish/Mural PainterKass WilsonFaux fi nish artist
Kass
Wilson has been in the design industry for 20 years and has won
many national awards. She believes that faux fi nishes should be as
lovely to touch as they are to view. KassWilson.comConsummate
professional and creative artist in one
remarkable woman.- Brenda P.
Best Framing Company Moog GalleryWhats a Moog? The name of the
beloved basset hound of husband- and-wife store owners Erik and
Kat
Washburn. Dedicated to the art of framing, Moog Gallery also
offers shadowboxing, dry mounting, glass replacement and frame
repair! MoogGallery.comGreat locally owned shop! So helpful in
helping to choose the right frame for your special things (not just
pictures/artwork). Sometimes
a sweet basset is there to greet you.- Paula W.
Best Furniture Consignment ShopSarah Cyrus HomeThis
6,500-square-foot showroom is located in the West Midown Design
District and focuses on high-end consignment furnishings and home
dcor. They offer modern, vintage, traditional and new designer
brands. SarahCyrus.com
Best Indoor LightingProgressive LightingWith state-of-the-art
lighting stores in Atlanta, Roswell, Duluth, Kennesaw and Cumming,
Progressive Lighting has been illuminating homes for over 45 years!
They are also the largest
chain of residential lighting showrooms in the Southeastern
United States. ProgressiveLighting.comLighting is such an important
feature in decorating. - Rosemary G.
Best Interior Design CompanyLMC Interior DesignsLMC offers a
whole host of design options. From full service design consults to
design in a box where you receive a sketched fl oor plan, a story
board, and furniture and fabric selections all with a complete
shopping list. LMCInteriorDesigns.com
Best Kitchen and Bath DesignerL. Kae InteriorsLyndsy K. Woods
grew up in Cape Cod and moved to Atlanta in 2008, where she quickly
established a great reputation and lasting relationships with some
of the areas best builders and craftsmen. LkaeInteriors.com
Best Mattress CompanyMattress FirmIf it seems like theres a
Mattress Firm on every corner, thats because there almost is! With
dozens of locations in the Atlanta area, this store has become the
go-to spot for new mattresses. MattressFirm.com
These fan faves also received lots of votes:
Best Indoor LightingBuilder Specialities, Inc.
Best Kitchen and Bath DesignerDesigns by BSB
Marty Willliamson, Fabric and Fringe Warehouse, Best Fabric
Store
Your Personal Kitchen & BathDesign Center
Proudly featuringToto DXV American Standard .5* Thermador
Bertazzoni
ITP, 4084 Presidential Parkway, Atlanta | (770) 458-2111
Toto
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BESTKITCHEN AND BATH
SHOWROOM
Photo courtesy of Progressive
Lighting
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TOTAL HOME PROTECTION ANYTIME, ANYWHERE
MONTHLYMONITORING RATE
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$18.95 PER MONTH
TOTAL CONNECT RESIDENTIAL VIDEO SERVICES AVAILABLE
MPROVEMENT
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atlanta home
Best of 2015Winner
BESTSECURITY COMPANY/
ALARM SYSTEM
www.ackermansecurity.com | (770) 552-1111
No cost to switchNo long term contract required
Free $500 Insurance Deductible ProgramGuaranteed response
time
Best Modern Furniture Shopping Domestic ComfortLocated on the
northwest corner of Piedmont Park, this modern furniture store
offers fine furniture, rugs, and draperies. DomesticComfort.comThe
staff treats its customers like real human beings! - Rick H.
Best Professional OrganizerPeace by Piece OrganizingThis
professional organizer offers general home organizing, home office
organization, pre-home sales decluttering, classes, webinars and
even time and task management coaching!
PeaceByPieceOrganizing.com
Best Rug CompanyDesigner Rug WarehouseIts not just the enormous
selection of traditional, modern, shag or flat weave rugs that
makes this store truly special. They even let you take a rug home
on a trial basis to ensure it looks as perfect in your home as you
hope it will! DesignerRugWarehouse.com
Best Traditional Furniture ShopWoodstock Furniture OutletWhen
you visit one of this stores three locations: Canton, Hiram and
Acworth, you are truly supporting a local business. Theyve been
family owned and operated since 1988! WoodstockOutlet.com
Best Wallpaper StoreWallpaper PlusSure they have wallpaper and
wall covering options. But whats in the plus? Blinds, shades,
shutters, curtains, drapes and even interior design services.
WallpaperPlusAtlanta.com
Best Window Treatment Company Stitch Above The RestThis fully
certified window treatment store specializes in custom embroidery,
valances, cushions, bedding, pillows, shutter, blinds and shades.
StitchAboveTheRest.com
Stitch Above The Rest,Elizabeth Gerdes,
Best Window Treatment Company
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BEST OF 2015CONTEST WINNERS
HOME MAINTENANCE & REPAIRBest Appliance RepairThe Appliance
DoctorWhat can they fix? Just about any common household appliance,
including dishwashers, refrigerators, stoves, microwaves, washers,
dryers and more! For 35 years, they have been repairing appliances
all over Metro Atlanta! MyApplianceDoctor.com
Best Carpet Cleaners Citrus Fresh Carpet CleaningCitrus Fresh
uses natural citrus products to tackle stains, soils and grease
from carpet to make your home cleaner and healthier. Their cleaner
features a natural antimicrobial which can even provide relief to
allergy symptoms! CitrusCarpetCleaners.com
Best Chimney Cleaner Chimney Cleaning Atlanta
Chimney Cleaning Atlanta cleans your chimney from top to bottom,
and features a vacuum with a triple layer of HEPA filter that
controls dust so there will be no mess left over
after.ChimneyCleaning AtlantaGa.com
Best Cleaning Service Completely Clean HomesCompletely Clean
Homes offers more than just your everyday home cleaning packages to
make your life easier, including special occasion cleaning,
one-time cleaning and move out or move in cleaning.
CompletelyCleanHomes.com
Best Concrete Company CTI of Georgia, LLC.Sure, they install
beautiful driveways, walkways, pool decks, garage floors and
patios. But Concrete Technology, Inc. of Georgia also can transform
floors, countertops and even walls to the look you want with the
dependability of concrete. CTIga.com
JENNIFER PINOAssociate Managing BrokerAtlanta Fine HomesSothebys
International RealtyBuckhead Office
c. 404.860.4560 | o.
404.237.5000jenniferpino@atlantafinehomes.comatlantafinehomes.com |
sir.com
BEST REALTOR
IN ATLANTA
2015
MMXV Sothebys International Realty Affiliates, Inc. All Rights
Reserved. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Is Independently
Owned And Operated.
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More Than 2,800 5-Star Reviews
DOOR LUBE
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SAFETY
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Best ElectricianAdvanced Power and EnergyAdvanced Power and
Energy provides everything from smart home wiring, panel upgrades,
all the way to solar installations and landscape lighting. They can
even help you find energy incentives and rebates!
Akhenatenbey.com
Best Flooring Refinishing ServiceMr. Hardwood Inc.Mr. Hardwood
Inc. doesnt call its staff the flooring experts for nothing.
They can refinish your floors or outfit your home with floors to
last for generations to come
and offer a lifetime guarantee thats transferable for each
flooring project they do. MrHardwoodInc.comTop-notch
professionalism,
timeliness, and prices. Exceeded my very high expectations! -
The Owners Box
Best Foundation RepairFoundation Worx, LLC
Foundation Worx can take care of just about any
foundation need, from settling and sinking to waterproofing
basements and fixing water drainage problems outside of your home
that can later lead to damage. Foundation-Worx.com
Best Garage Door Company Precision Door Atlanta
Precision Door Atlanta wants to
make taking care of your garage door needs a breeze.
Enjoy same day garage door estimates and they will answer your
calls at any hour and any day of the week.
PrecisionDoorAtlanta.comBest money I ever invested! - Robert M.
Five star reviews on kudzu.com
Frameless Shower DoorsAntique Mirrors
Cabinet Door GlassGlass Shelves and Tops
Color Glass and BacksplashesNEW MIDTOWN SHOWROOM
Ask about SHOWERGUARD Glass
with LIFETIMEWARRANTY against Corrosion from Soap Scum and Hard
Water
404.351.4141www.drexlershowerdoor.com
1452 Northside DriveAtlanta, GA 30318
www.drexlershowerdoor.com
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atlanta home
Best of 2015Winner
BESTSHOWER ENCLOSURE
COMPANY
Photo courtesy of Home ReBuilders
Corey Ford, Mr. Hardwood Inc., Best Flooring Refinishing
Service
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BEST OF 2015CONTEST WINNERS
Best Garage Organization CompanyShorewall SystemsShorewall
Systems allows you to take organization into your own hands with
hassle-free complete kits and add-on storage products that can
handle up to 600 pounds of storage and are all made in the U.S.A.
ShoreWallSystems.comGo ShoreWall and be the envy of every messy
garage on the block! - Neil S.
Best Gutter Company LeafguardThe claim is in the name with
LeafGuard Gutters. LeafGuard guarantees your gutters will not clog
with leaves or other debrisand if they do, they promise to clean
your gutters for free. LeafGuardGutters.com/Atlanta-GA
Best Handyman The Trusted Toolbox
The Trusted Toolbox promises to arrive on time, complete all
tasks on your handyman checklist and clean up before they
leave.TheTrustedToolbox.com
Best Hauling/Junk Removal
Bin There Dump ThatBin There Dump That makes getting rid of junk
easy by offering a free and comprehensive guide to answer all your
questions about renting
a dumpster. You can even catch them on
HGTVs Property Brothers! BinThereDump ThatUsa.com
Best HVAC CompanyCool Air MechanicalCool Air Mechanical is proud
of the way they service your home. Instead of sending out a
generalist, Cool Air Mechanical carefully places each of their
technicians at specifi c customer jobs, based on their particular
strengths. 770CoolAir.comGreat company and workers. The best
customer service!! Shirley C.
Best Mold RemediationNo Mold AtlantaMold can be a scary
discovery, but the experts. No Mold Atlanta promises to take the
fear out of solving your mold problem in your home or place of
business. Most projects can be completed within 24 to 48 hours.
NoMoldatlanta.com
WHERE AUDIO AND VIDEO COME TO LIGHT!
Visit our Showroom at 4241 Roswell Road, Suite 102, Atlanta GA
30342404-236-0007 SunbeltTechnology.com
LET OUR EXPERTS GUIDE YOU IN YOUR HOME THEATER, AUDIO, LIGHTING
AND COMPLETE HOME AUTOMATION NEEDS
MPROVEMENT
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atlanta home
Best of 2015Winner
BESTHOME THEATER/
AUTOMATION
Chris Lalomia, Trusted Toolbox, Best Handyman Company
Bill Mashraky,Cool Air Mechanical, Best HVAC Company
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h Request a Free Quote on supersod.com
Soil3 sold in a BigYellowBag
h Bulk organic compost for amending soils when creating beds
& lawns.
h Soil3 improves soil structure and adds nutrients &
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h A permeable and plantable concrete pavement system.
h Its designed to flex and conform - it doesnt crack and break
like rigid pavers or pop up and wear like plastic paving.
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h Professional reel mowers with interchangeable mowing and
lawn-care cartridges.
h Cuts like scissors for a cleaner, better cut and reduces water
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Forest ParkAtlanta Farmers Market16 Forest Parkway, Shed 39
404-363-1932
Marietta5058 Canton Rd. NE 770-516-3255
Gwinnett / Lawrenceville609 Airport Rd. 770-277-7745
Ft. Valley / Perry287 Sod Farm Rd. 478-987-0776
Valdosta3983 Inner Perimeter Rd. 229-247-6242
770-565-3808www.enhancefloors.com
MONDAY - FRIDAY 9 TO 6 | SATURDAY 10 TO 5 | SUNDAY 12 TO 5
1847 Roswell Road Marietta 30062
1847 ROSWELL ROAD MARIETTA GA 30062
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INSTALLED*
SQFT
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SUPER PLUSH CARPET
$2.85 INSTALLED WITH PAD*
Enhance Floors & More is your destination for: A huge
selection of carpet, hardwood,
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including
design and turnkey installation Staircase Makeovers Window
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www.EnhanceFloors.comMonday - Friday 9 to 6 Saturday 10 to 5
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Roswell Rd
Restaurant DepotShopping Center
Enhance Floors
*See store for details. Expires 11/30/14.
KITCHENS BATHS
FLOOR TILE
TUB SURROUNDS
GRANITE COUNTERTOPS
WALL & FLOOR TILE
FRAMELESS GLASS DOORS
BACKSPLASH
CABINETS
1847 ROSWELL ROAD MARIETTA GA 30062
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FLOORS $4.95
INSTALLED*
SQFT
SQFT
SUPER PLUSH CARPET
$2.85 INSTALLED WITH PAD*
Enhance Floors & More is your destination for: A huge
selection of carpet, hardwood,
laminate, tile & stone, area rugs Kitchen and bath updates,
including
design and turnkey installation Staircase Makeovers Window
Treatments Expert sales and design assistance Interest Free
Financing
www.EnhanceFloors.comMonday - Friday 9 to 6 Saturday 10 to 5
Sunday 12 to 5
770-872-0289
FLOORING
EXPERTS
29YEARS
BEAT THEHOLIDAY RUSH!
FabulsFALL
FLOORING SALE!
IS YOUR HOME READY FOR THE HOLIDAYS?
Roswell Rd
Restaurant DepotShopping Center
Enhance Floors
*See store for details. Expires 11/30/14.
KITCHENS BATHS
FLOOR TILE
TUB SURROUNDS
GRANITE COUNTERTOPS
WALL & FLOOR TILE
FRAMELESS GLASS DOORS
BACKSPLASH
CABINETS
Roswell Rd
Enhance Floors located in the Restaurant DepotShopping
Center
Pike NurseriesBig Chicken
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Expert Assistance from Friendly, Helpful Staff
MPROVEMENT
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atlanta home
Best of 2015Winner
BESTPLACE TO SHOP FOR
FLOORING
Beautiful Showroom Filled with Samples to See, Touch and
Feel
Featuring Over 25 Different Installed Flooring Products
Full-Sized Kitchen, Bath and Staircase Displays
Over 30 Years Experience in theFlooring Industry
Convenient Location (Off I-75 NorthJust Outside the
Perimeter)
Open 7 Days a Week
WHY GO ANYWHERE ELSE? Enhance Floors & More Is Your One-Stop
Source
for Your Interior Home Improvement Projects
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ZOYSIA
TM
Timeless GRASSES
Unparalleled SUPPORT
Fantastic PRODUCTS
h More locations than anyone. h Full truck loads and small
quantities delivered.
h Request a Free Quote on supersod.com
Soil3 sold in a BigYellowBag
h Bulk organic compost for amending soils when creating beds
& lawns.
h Soil3 improves soil structure and adds nutrients &
beneficial bacteria.
Drivable Grass
h A permeable and plantable concrete pavement system.
h Its designed to flex and conform - it doesnt crack and break
like rigid pavers or pop up and wear like plastic paving.
Allett Reel Mowers
h Professional reel mowers with interchangeable mowing and
lawn-care cartridges.
h Cuts like scissors for a cleaner, better cut and reduces water
loss.
1-888-360-1125
Forest ParkAtlanta Farmers Market16 Forest Parkway, Shed 39
404-363-1932
Marietta5058 Canton Rd. NE 770-516-3255
Gwinnett / Lawrenceville609 Airport Rd. 770-277-7745
Ft. Valley / Perry287 Sod Farm Rd. 478-987-0776
Valdosta3983 Inner Perimeter Rd. 229-247-6242
770-565-3808www.enhancefloors.com
MONDAY - FRIDAY 9 TO 6 | SATURDAY 10 TO 5 | SUNDAY 12 TO 5
1847 Roswell Road Marietta 30062
1847 ROSWELL ROAD MARIETTA GA 30062
BRUCEHARDWOOD
FLOORS $4.95
INSTALLED*
SQFT
SQFT
SUPER PLUSH CARPET
$2.85 INSTALLED WITH PAD*
Enhance Floors & More is your destination for: A huge
selection of carpet, hardwood,
laminate, tile & stone, area rugs Kitchen and bath updates,
including
design and turnkey installation Staircase Makeovers Window
Treatments Expert sales and design assistance Interest Free
Financing
www.EnhanceFloors.comMonday - Friday 9 to 6 Saturday 10 to 5
Sunday 12 to 5
770-872-0289
FLOORING
EXPERTS
29YEARS
BEAT THEHOLIDAY RUSH!
FabulsFALL
FLOORING SALE!
IS YOUR HOME READY FOR THE HOLIDAYS?
Roswell Rd
Restaurant DepotShopping Center
Enhance Floors
*See store for details. Expires 11/30/14.
KITCHENS BATHS
FLOOR TILE
TUB SURROUNDS
GRANITE COUNTERTOPS
WALL & FLOOR TILE
FRAMELESS GLASS DOORS
BACKSPLASH
CABINETS
1847 ROSWELL ROAD MARIETTA GA 30062
BRUCEHARDWOOD
FLOORS $4.95
INSTALLED*
SQFT
SQFT
SUPER PLUSH CARPET
$2.85 INSTALLED WITH PAD*
Enhance Floors & More is your destination for: A huge
selection of carpet, hardwood,
laminate, tile & stone, area rugs Kitchen and bath updates,
including
design and turnkey installation Staircase Makeovers Window
Treatments Expert sales and design assistance Interest Free
Financing
www.EnhanceFloors.comMonday - Friday 9 to 6 Saturday 10 to 5
Sunday 12 to 5
770-872-0289
FLOORING
EXPERTS
29YEARS
BEAT THEHOLIDAY RUSH!
FabulsFALL
FLOORING SALE!
IS YOUR HOME READY FOR THE HOLIDAYS?
Roswell Rd
Restaurant DepotShopping Center
Enhance Floors
*See store for details. Expires 11/30/14.
KITCHENS BATHS
FLOOR TILE
TUB SURROUNDS
GRANITE COUNTERTOPS
WALL & FLOOR TILE
FRAMELESS GLASS DOORS
BACKSPLASH
CABINETS
Roswell Rd
Enhance Floors located in the Restaurant DepotShopping
Center
Pike NurseriesBig Chicken
VOTED BEST PLACE TO SHOP FOR FLOORING!
Expert Assistance from Friendly, Helpful Staff
MPROVEMENT
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atlanta home
Best of 2015Winner
BESTPLACE TO SHOP FOR
FLOORING
Beautiful Showroom Filled with Samples to See, Touch and
Feel
Featuring Over 25 Different Installed Flooring Products
Full-Sized Kitchen, Bath and Staircase Displays
Over 30 Years Experience in theFlooring Industry
Convenient Location (Off I-75 NorthJust Outside the
Perimeter)
Open 7 Days a Week
WHY GO ANYWHERE ELSE? Enhance Floors & More Is Your One-Stop
Source
for Your Interior Home Improvement Projects
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Best Moving/Storage CompanyAtlanta Peach MoversAtlanta Peach
Movers has been operating in Atlanta for over 28 years! They credit
their success to every employee going through Peach University,
where they learn how to handle customer belongings with the utmost
of care. AtlPeachMovers.com
Best Paint StoreSherwin-WilliamsSherwin-Williams offers
everything you need for your next painting project. From
inspiration, to paint, primers, stains, sealers, finishes and so
much more. Sherwin-Williams.com
Best Pest Control CompanyBizzy Bee ExterminatorsFor over 40
years the family owned Busy Bee Exterminators has been
providing safe, effective, and quality pest control. They can
even get rid of wildlife critters taking up shelter in your
home. BizzyBeeExterminators.com
Best PlumberSeagraves PlumbingEver had the nightmare of having a
plumbing emergency and couldnt get a hold of someone to
resolve the problem as soon as possible? Seagraves Plumbing is
available 24 hours for emergency
services! My-AtlantaPlumber.com
Best Pool Maintenance Encore Coating
Encore Coating utilizes 90 years of combined experience and was
ahead
of their time with the environmentally friendly water-based
formula that has become their signature coating
formula for pools, pool decks and concrete surfaces.
EncoreCoatings.com
Best Roofing CompanyFindlay RoofingOver 40,000 families in
Atlanta have trusted Finlay Roofing to handle their roofing repair,
roof replacement, installation needs. They most recently won Owens
Cornings Green Pledge Recycling award for recycling the most
shingles in the country! FindlayRoofing.com
Best Security Company/Alarm SystemAckerman Security
SystemsAckerman Security offers affordable modern home security and
peace of mind with home automation systems that allow you to
control your home security online from your smartphone and tablet.
AckermanSecurity.com
THE TRUSTED TOOLBOXHome Repair and Projects, All in a Days
Work
We provide professional and reliable service.
Its as easy as 1-2-31. Create your to-do list2. Call us to
schedule
3. We will arrive on time and ready to work.
$100 off$50 off
FULL DAY RATE
HALF DAY RATE
Tired of your outdated bathroom look?
We Provide CompleteBathroom Renovations
Make your ordinary bathroom extraordinary in no time!
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bathroomremodelinggeorgia.com
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atlanta home
Best of 2015Winner
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Bob Lamb, Ackerman Security Systems, Best Security Company/Alarm
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Best Waterproofing Company Murrells WaterproofingMurrells
Waterproofing features a staff with over 100 years of experience
combined who know how to handle nearly every waterproofing issue
you may encounter. The company also offers homeowners a renewable
warranty program. MurrellsWaterproofing.com
Best Window Cleaning Sunshine Window CleaningSunshine Window
Cleaning prides itself on its customer service, and their team,
which is happy to give you advice on the different types of
pressure washing, how to clean gutters and more.
SunshineWindowCleaning.com
OUTDOOR LIVINGBest Arborist /Tree DoctorGunnison Tree
SpecialistsGunnison Tree Specialists are knowledgeable in low
impact tree removal, selective pruning, tree health care, emergency
tree care and more. No project is too big or too small for them to
handle. GunnisonTree.com
Best Deck/Porch/Patio BuilderDC EnclosuresDC Enclosures can help
turn your dream addition into a reality, while offering new ideas
and solutions that match your budget. DCEnclosures.com
Best Fence/Gate CompanyChamblee Fence CompanyChamblee Fence
Company manufactures beautiful fencing styles from high quality
materials designed by craftsman. You can check out their styles at
their showroom which happens to be one of the largest in the
Southeast! ChambleeFence.com
Best Fireplace/Fire Pit Company S&S Fire PitsS&S Fire
Pits first started when the owner created his own fire pit out of a
hacked air tank and a soccer ball. They have been handcrafting
beautiful custom fire pits ever since. SSFirePits.com
Best Gardener: Organic Farmer D OrganicsFarmer D Organics
strives to be environmentally friendly while empowering people to
create communities and grow as much sustainable and healthy food as
possible using biodynamic principles. They sell a variety of
products for your organic growing needs. FarmerD.com
Our Services: Foundation Settlement | Basement Wall Repair |
WaterproofingCarbon Fiber Reinforcement | Crawl Space Support |
Crawl Space Encapsulation
404-662-2454 www.foundation-worx.com
WE RESTORE FOUNDATIONSBEFORE - CRACKED WALL AFTER
MPROVEMENT
S M A R T H O M E I M P R O V E M E N T S TA R T S H E R E
atlanta home
Best of 2015Winner
BESTFOUNDATION REPAIR
Jonathan H Maguire, OwnerGT Engineering Alumni
The Foundation Repair CompanySERVING OUR CLIENTS THE WAY WE
WOULD WANT TO BE SERVED
Photo courtesy of S&S Fire Pits
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We create smart, stylish spaces in your home that help you live
your life
more efficiently.
MPROVEMENT
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atlanta home
Best of 2015Winner
BESTCUSTOM CLOSET
INSTALLERS
Please visit our Showroom at:600 Wylie Road, SE | Marietta,
Georgia 30067 | 770-790-5368
artisancustomclosets.com
BEDROOM | OFFICE | GARAGE | PANTRY | LAUNDRY | MUDROOM |
CRAFTROOM
* Certain restrictions apply. Must be a Georgia Power
single-family customer. $550 rebate for 18 SEER (or higher)
traditional or 16 SEER (or higher) VRF conversions. $400 rebate for
15 SEER (or higher) heat pumps and $200 rebate for 13 or 14.9 SEER
heat pump conversions. Equipment must be installed by a
participating dealer by August 31, 2015, with notifi cation to
Georgia Power by August 31, 2015. For all available Georgia Power
rebates, visit georgiapower.com/rebates.
2015 Georgia Power Company. All rights reserved.
Put one of the most advanced and effi cient heating and cooling
systems to work in your home. Youll stay cool all summer and toasty
all winter while saving on your monthly energy costs. Customers who
convert from a natural gas furnace to an 18 SEER or higher
traditional or 16 SEER or higher VRF heat pump can qualify for a
$550* rebate; customers who convert from a natural gas furnace to a
15 SEER or higher heat pump can qualify for up to a $400* rebate.
For details call 1-800-524-2421, Ext. 850, or visit
georgiapower.com/heatpump.
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We create smart, stylish spaces in your home that help you live
your life
more efficiently.
MPROVEMENT
S M A R T H O M E I M P R O V E M E N T S TA R T S H E R E
atlanta home
Best of 2015Winner
BESTCUSTOM CLOSET
INSTALLERS
Please visit our Showroom at:600 Wylie Road, SE | Marietta,
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* Certain restrictions apply. Must be a Georgia Power
single-family customer. $550 rebate for 18 SEER (or higher)
traditional or 16 SEER (or higher) VRF conversions. $400 rebate for
15 SEER (or higher) heat pumps and $200 rebate for 13 or 14.9 SEER
heat pump conversions. Equipment must be installed by a
participating dealer by August 31, 2015, with notifi cation to
Georgia Power by August 31, 2015. For all available Georgia Power
rebates, visit georgiapower.com/rebates.
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Put one of the most advanced and effi cient heating and cooling
systems to work in your home. Youll stay cool all summer and toasty
all winter while saving on your monthly energy costs. Customers who
convert from a natural gas furnace to an 18 SEER or higher
traditional or 16 SEER or higher VRF heat pump can qualify for a
$550* rebate; customers who convert from a natural gas furnace to a
15 SEER or higher heat pump can qualify for up to a $400* rebate.
For details call 1-800-524-2421, Ext. 850, or visit
georgiapower.com/heatpump.
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