HOME Builders BUILDING PROFESSIONALS President’s Message 3 Sponsors Club 5 Fall Parade of Homes 6, 7 NAHB Remodelers 9 Spike Club 11 INSIDE THIS ISSUE July 2011 HBAWS 220 Charlois Blvd W-S, NC 27103 336-768-5942 www.hbaws.org 2011 Legislative Conference June 7 & 8, Raleigh, NC We had a very productive Legislative Conference in Raleigh on June 7 & 8. The House and Senate completed their busy work schedule before the self-imposed “crossover” deadline passed. Both the House and Senate considered hundreds of bills and we can proudly report that all of our legislative priorities are well positioned. The governmental affairs are key to our housing industry to track and to ensure legislation supports residential construction. Thank you to our members who traveled to Raleigh for our Legislative reception and visits. You can see them in the pictures on this page along with the elected legislators and they included: Steve Hurst, Erik Anderson, Nancy Gould, Jennifer Sammons, Rich Achor, Kathy Craven-Snodgrass, Steve McSwain and Jerry Herman. A good state wide turn out attended the reception on Tuesday night and it was great to have our members walking the halls of the legislative buildings! It was interesting to see where our elected officials office had moved to. The new majority came out all right with their new office locations. More photos page 10 Front Row: Steve Hurst, Erik Anderson, Nancy Gould, Jennifer Sammons, Kathy Snodgrass, Rep Dale Folwell, Steve McSwain, Back Row: Rich Achor, Jerry Herman
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HOMEBuilders
B U I L D I N G P R O F E S S I O N A L S
President’s Message 3
Sponsors Club 5
Fall Parade of Homes 6, 7
NAHB Remodelers 9
Spike Club 11
inside this issue
July 2011
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220 Charlois BlvdW-S, NC 27103336-768-5942
www.hbaws.org
2011 Legislative ConferenceJune 7 & 8, Raleigh, NCWe had a very productive Legislative Conference in Raleigh on June 7 & 8. The House and Senate completed their busy work schedule before the self-imposed “crossover” deadline passed. Both the House and Senate considered hundreds of bills and we can proudly report that all of our legislative priorities are well positioned. The governmental affairs are key to our housing industry to track and to ensure legislation supports residential construction.
Thank you to our members who traveled to Raleigh for our Legislative reception and visits. You can see them in the pictures on this page along with the elected legislators and they included: Steve Hurst, Erik Anderson, Nancy Gould, Jennifer Sammons, Rich Achor, Kathy Craven-Snodgrass, Steve McSwain and Jerry Herman.
A good state wide turn out attended the reception on Tuesday night and it was great to have our members walking the halls of the legislative buildings! It was interesting to see where our elected officials office had moved to. The new majority came out all right with their new office locations.
More photos page 10
Front Row: Steve Hurst, Erik Anderson, Nancy Gould, Jennifer Sammons, Kathy Snodgrass, Rep Dale Folwell, Steve McSwain, Back Row: Rich Achor, Jerry Herman
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGESteve Hurst – Steve E. Hurst Construction
MEMBERSHIP COMMUNICATION IS KEYOur HBAWS membership can only be as informed as each member chooses to be. Our staff works hard to keep you informed, connected and up-to-date with what is going on within our association and industry. This is accomplished through our website that is updated daily, our monthly newsletter, weekly emails and phone calls.
Communications methods have changed dramatically over the last few years as email has moved to the forefront, as an eco-friendly replacement to snail mail. With the addition of various social media outlets, online communications has become the most cost effective and efficient way to stay in touch with customers, vendors, etc.
The HBAWS Newsletter has been available online for the past two years and the clicks to read have increased substantially. As our association continues to retool and downsize expenses, the Finance Committee and Board of Directors have voted/approved to discontinue the hardcopy of the newsletter. Not only does this save rising printing costs, but also saves on mail handling, labeling and postage. This is a sizable cost reduction that will enable our resources to be used in more productive ways for our members. This change occurs in August and a postcard will be sent to remind members to view the newsletter online.
Some of the many great online features include:• Magazine/flip-page format is viewed easily on your computer screen with zoom feature for easy reading• Online newsletter offers printing single pages or the entire document from your desktop computer• Full color ads and artwork with active links to advertiser’s websites/email• Advertising rates have been reduced to make the newsletter a better value for members to market their company, products and services• Top three categories of Sponsor’s Club members now have active links back to their websites.
• The online newsletter is available to view by computer, electronic devise and smart phones, AND is environmentally responsible.
Our HomeBuilder Newsletter is a great communication tool for all of our members, so why not tell others in your company to get connected by visiting: www.hbaws.org/newsletter.html
HBAWSQuick Reference
Next Events:Membership Social
June 28, 5-7pmThe Lake at Lissara
Putt for PAC Golf Tourn.July 15, 8:30am Oak Valley
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B U I L D I N G P R O F E S S I O N A L S
Rick Busch, Busch Insurance
Adequate Auto Insurance Limits…How Much Insurance Is Enough?Every day we see or hear the
commercials about saving money on our auto insurance. “15 minutes saves you 15% on car premiums”. And the real truth is you probably can save money on your auto insurance if you are willing to reduce your level of protection and peace of mind.
What Limits Should I Carry?
My standard answer to this question? As much as you can afford. Not only do you want to have enough car insurance to protect you in the event you damage someone else’s property or injure them, but you want to make sure you have enough uninsured/underinsured coverage to take care of you and the occupants of your car in the event of accident.
Here are some examples of available limits::
$30,000/$60,000/$25,000: These limits, while adequate to keep your car registered in North Carolina are nowhere near sufficient to protect you in the event of an “at fault” accident. As an agency we strongly recommend you increase your coverage limits.
$50,000/$100,000/$50,000: These limits, while better, are still inadequate to properly protect you.
$100,000/$300,000/$100,000: Very common limits for most households. Somewhat adequate, but not enough coverage in the event of a catastrophic “at fault” accident.
$250,000/$500,00/$100,000: Good limits, especially when followed by an umbrella policy for at least $1,000,000.
Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage:
Very few people take the time to think about this protection. Did you know you can buy higher limits of protection for you and your vehicles occupants in the event you are struck by someone who doesn’t have any insurance or who doesn’t have enough insurance?
I carry $1,000,000 per person and $1,000,000 per accident uninsured/ underinsured motorist coverage. I want to know I have the protection when someone with really low limits or no insurance hits me.
The big question is;
“Do I want the cheapest insurance I can buy?”
You probably don’t drive the cheapest car available, or wear the lowest priced clothing you can buy. You probably don’t buy the cheapest cut of meat at the grocery store either.
This notion of buying the cheapest insurance available makes no sense. You want an insurance agent who can discuss your situation with you on a regular basis and continue to tailor your insurance protection to your specific needs. You do want reasonable pricing and you want it for the long term, meaning not only this year but every year for the next ten to twenty years. You also want to make sure you’re getting all the credits you are eligible for. No one likes to be overcharged, but everyone likes to be properly protected.
There is no substitute for having a long term relationship with your insurance agent. WHO YOUR INSURANCE AGENT IS DOESN’T MATTER…UNTIL IT DOES.
Piedmont Rent-A-JohnBuena Vista Landscaping & Irrigation
Southern Appraisal Group
DISCOUNTSABC Supply
Air Comfort Heating and A/CBen Hiatt, Drafting
Bobby Teague AppliancesBloomday GraniteBrookberry Farm
Butler Lighting of LewisvilleC & H Plumbing
Dixon Custom CabinetryDouble A GradingEllis Carpentry
Ferguson EnterprisesFireside Hearth & Home
FGA Roofing & RepairInsulation Solutions
Holly Springs LandscapingJ. R. Ross ElectricLeonard Block
Pella Windows & DoorsPiedmont Disposal
Pine Hall BrickPlyler Building SupplyPope Sand & Gravel
ProBuild LumberProgressive Security/Audio
Prudential Carolinas Realty, Karen Starets
Ready Mix ConcreteRichard Howard Surveying
Sealing AgentsSnider Engineering
Wells, Jenkins, Lucas & Jenkins, PLLC*Members listed in BOLD
Fall Parade Association HomeLocated at Brookberry Farm
If you can dream it, we can build it.
The 2011 Parade of Homes Association house is well on its way to completion. Not only will this be a showpiece home loaded with curb appeal and charm, but it will also feature many extras on the inside that will provide the homeowner with ultimate luxury and many cutting edge modern conveniences.
Some of the many unique features of this home will not be visible at all after construction is complete. The home begins with a sealed crawl space that will provide exceptional moisture control and waterproofing for the foundation. This creates a much tighter and more efficient space than traditional crawl spaces built to code.
Along with other cost saving energy efficient systems, the ceiling features a massive amount of spray foam insulation that contributes to the Energy Star efficiency of this home. Also hidden in the ceiling is extra soundproofing material which is installed below the home theater on the second floor, and surrounding the powder room and master bath. Next is the surround sound installed throughout the home with built in speakers and high tech wiring for TV’s and other electronics. With digital controls that operate the various systems, personalized settings will allow the homeowner to program the home in multiple ways for their ease and enjoyment.
Once again, Buck Horn Construction has thought of everything to make this special home one-of-a-kind.
Experience a great opportunity to visitwith builders, suppliers & subcontractors...
NOW is the time to Buy/Build
Sponsorship opportunities available for Fall Parade of Homes. The Fall Parade of Homes registration forms and the Parade Partners will be ready in April. The Spring & Fall Online Discount Directory are currently available on the HBA website. If you haven’t already started planning your entry, now is the time to do so!
Fall 2011 - TRIAD PARADE OF HOMESCall 336.768.5942 and enter TODAY!
• October 12 •Pre-qualifying, 8:00 a.m. - until...
HBA Office, Parade Houses
• October13 •Judging, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
HBA Office, Parade Houses
• October 15, 16 •First weekend of ParadeHomes open to public
1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
• October 18 •Golden Home Awards CelebrationSponsored by: Pine Hall Brick &
BB&T
• October 20 •Open House / Extravaganza
Fall Parade Association HouseBuilt by: Buck Horn Construction
Professional Women in BuildingMeets 1st Tuesdays Monthly
6:00 p.m.
Professional Women in Building would like to thank Wanda Wilson for hosting ourJune meeting at her home. After reviewing our ticket sales for the Belk Charity Event,we voted to add to the proceeds from our treasury and contribute $300.00 to Hospice in memory of Darlene Goode.
We will not be meeting during the month of July but will resume in August which will be our BuildPac donation meeting. We will be collecting food and/or money for the Second Harvest Food Bank at this meeting.
During the first 6 months of the year, PWB raised money for our scholarship fund, donated to the Welcome Baby Program/SCAN, collected books for the Shepherd’s Center and discussed ways to help various other charities.
So, we are at the half point of 2011 already! I hope everyone is seeing an up turn in their business as our economy seems to be improving. For this month’s program, we will have Don Dockery with us for an annual codes update. Boring maybe, but we are all aware of the importance of keeping up to date with recent code changes so I look forward to seeing everyone at our dinner meeting on June 14!
Last week, the compressor on my heat pump, (installed in 2005) locked up for the second time. I had the compressor replaced in 2008 while under warranty and now, I am being told the entire unit is out of warranty. Although I am not done pushing the manufacturer and distributor to stand behind their products, this has renewed my commitment to stand behind my products and services, above and beyond any written warranty. As remodeling professionals, we need to emphasize the value of doing business with a true professional, someone you can count on for service before, during, and after the sale.
Even during tough economic times, this service, or commitment to our customers, does have value to our customers and they will be willing to pay a fair price for it. Let’s make it a point during our presentations to emphasize the value of dealing with a true professional!
The 21st Century Building Expo & Conference will hold certification training on the Lead-Based Paint Repair, Renovation & Painting Program (LRRP) at the Charlotte Convention Center on Friday, September 16.
The LRRP program mandates that contractors, property managers and others working for compensation in homes and child-occupied facilities built before 1978 must be trained and use lead-safe work practices. For more information on the rule visit http://www.epi.state.nc.us/epi/lead/lhmp.html.
The training will be held from 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. on Friday, September 16. The course fee is $225. Fee includes course materials, in addition to entry to the 21CBEC, all general session seminars, and lunch on Thursday and Friday.
How to register? Go to www.21buildingexpo.com. Click on Attendees and click the link to register online. After entering your information, choose to register for Continuing Education courses. Scroll through the different courses and seminars and select the ones you would like to attend. Questions? Contact Heather Crews at [email protected] or 800.662.7129. Link to website: http://www.21buildingexpo.com/
The 21st Century Building Expo & Conference is the premier building Expo & Conference for builders, associates, realtors, architects and trade contractors throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia. We invite you to take time from your schedule to visit the Charlotte Convention Center September 14-16. It’s a decision that could have a tremendous impact on your business.
We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give. - Winston Churchill
Pretty inspirational words and a great sentiment. And what is really exciting is that you get to do both when you volunteer with the Spike Committee.
As a committee we are charged with the retention of current members. Not only does this give committee volunteers a unique opportunity to talk with our members, but it does so on a very neutral playing field. You aren’t “cold calling” a possible
customer. You’re making a concerned call to a fellow member. You’re having a meaningful conversation about what membership in the local home builders association means and hopefully you are addressing the concerns we all have about the economy, the cost of membership and ways to improve our visibility in the community and in our association.
A strong Home Builders Association means jobs, opportunity, shelter and education to a community. Visiting and volunteering on the Spike Committee means all of the above and you get a free lunch. Join us at our next meeting.
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One page, one-sided (HBAWS makes black & white copies) $465
Annual Contract Rate: Reflects 10% discount -- against the 1x rate -- for annual contracts - Total amount must be paid in-full upfront -
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CONTRIBUTIONS REPORTErik Anderson, 425 West End Blvd., WINSTON SALEM, NC, 27101 $260.00Brant Godfrey, 8010 Lasater Road, CLEMMONS, NC 27012 $10.00Nancy Gould, 1031 Van Hoy Avenue, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27104 $100.00 Paul Mullican, 6071 Santa Maria Drive, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106 $1,000.00Flake Steele, 1805 Kilrush Road, CLEMMONS, NC 27012 $10.00
TOTAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO DATE: $1,380.00
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I N F O R M A T I O N
Building trends, legislative developments, construction techniques and products~ I N D U S T R Y N E W S ~
Flex-Pay Payroll ServicesDonna Smith711 Coliseum Dr., Winston-Salem, NC 27106336.245.2264Payroll/FSA, In business for 15 yearsSponsor: Rick Busch
New Home Building SupplyEd Sedlak3005 Flagstone Dr., Greensboro, NC 27406336.273.2866Wholesale Dealer, In business for 70 yearsSponsor: Dane Snodgrass
J. R. Ross Electric, IncJohn R. Ross4520 Shoaf Rd., Winston-Salem, NC 27127336.788.8764Electrical, In business for 16 yearsSponsor: Buck Horn
Arkwright, IncAkintunde AkansanmiP.O. Box 20993, Winston-Salem, NC 27120336.497.6441Plumbing Contractor, In business for 19 yearsSponsor: Kathy Sexton
BUILDERS
Pierce Residential Consultants, LLCDavid Pierce6480 Lamshire Rd, Kernersville, NC 27284336.497.4053Remodel, In business for 4 yearsSponsor: Larry Wilson
Structures by Design, IncTony HubbardP.O. Box 1157, Kernersville, NC 27285336.529.8422Custom, Remodeling, Commercial, SpecIn business for 20 yearsSponsor: Rick Busch
Darren Burke Construction Co., IncDarren Burke4620 Carriagebrook Ct., Clemmons, NC 27012336.766.2092Custom, In business for 13 yearsSponsor: Flake Steele
Holly Springs LandscapingJ. Brent VanHoy
4428 Holly Springs Rd.East Bend, NC 27018
336.416.6932Landscaping, In business for 6 yrs
Sponsor: Buck Horn
Butler Lighting of LewisvilleAdam Blake
6499 Shallowford Rd.Lewisville, NC 27023
336.945.2295Lighting fixtures, In business for 6 yrs
Sponsor: Buck Horn
A+ Ready Restrooms & Septic Inc.Chris Thompson
110-C Shields Park DrKernersville, NC 27284
336.992.7339Ready Restrooms/Septic Pumping
In business for 4 yrs
Industrial Electronic RepairMartin Lineberry
266 Northstar Dr. #136Rural Hall, NC 27045
336.969.0110Electronic boards/drives repair
In business for 5 yrsSponsor: Kathy Sexton
Ellis CarpentryJames Ellis
1008 Lockland AveWinston Salem, NC 27103
336.462.0128Hardwood Flooring/Trim Carpenter
In business for 4 yrsSponsor: Buck Horn
Environmental Solutions GroupBrad Fletcher
338 N. Elm St. Suite 204Greensboro, NC 27429
336.373.1538Energy Consulting/Indoor Air Quality
In business for 10 yrsSponsor: Alan Fletcher
Brown AdvertisingNeil Brown
2913 Cranberry RoadBoonville, NC 27011
336.468.2540Web Design & Marketing
In business for 12 yrsSponsor: Josh Burchette
HNE Home Improvement, Incdba CNE Home Improvement
Harlie EasterP.O. Box 2732
King, NC 27021336.983.2188
Residential Remodeling, In business 18 yearsSponsor: Jerry Cowan
BUILDER:
Michael R Whiteheart ConstructionMichael Whiteheart2169 New Castle Dr.
Winston Salem, NC 27103336.768.3576
Commercial BuilderIn business for 7 yrs Sponsor: Al Hyatt
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THANK YOU FOR RENEWING IN JUNE!
JULY ~ TIME TO RENEW
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40 years! - Thank you!King Sash & Door, Inc.
30 years! - Thank you!Leonard Block Company, Inc.
Company Yrs
King Sash & Door, Inc. 40Leonard Block Company, Inc. 30Ferguson Enterprises Inc. 28BB&T 27Burris Roofing Co., Inc. 26David S. Smith Construction, Inc. 25Reliable Builders, Inc./Reliable Property Serv. 24Sir Speedy Printing 22Winston Shower Door, Inc. 22Fletcher Brothers Inc. 21Godby Construction Company 18Triad Restorations, Inc. 17Alan Fletcher Construction Co., Inc. 17Carroll Memorials, Inc. 16Butler Lighting of Lewisville 16G & B Energy 15High Bridge Builders, Inc. 14Benchmark Custom Homes, Inc. 14Tyndall Wiring 13
A E Construction A, LLCAmanzi Marble & Granite, LLCArden Construction & Design, LLC/PM DevBrown-Rogers-Dixson CompanyBuilders FirstSourceCarolina Home Performance, Inc.Carolina Wood Floors, Inc.Castillo ConstructionChampion Window Co.Creative Design & ConstructionD.L. Martin General ContractorDe La Cruz Drywall Co.Dipak L. SoinExcel Plumbing, Inc.Florido FramingG. W. Smith Lumber CompanyGreenCreek Construction Services, Inc.HD Kitchen & Bath CollectionHLM Construction CompanyJames River Equipment - SmithermanJJ & J ConstructionJose Llano Paint CompanyK & V Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.KCO, LLCKeystone HomesKitchen Center of Winston-SalemLisha Construction, LLCMarshall Brothers Construction
Darren Burke Construction Co., Inc. 8Mitch Allen Builders 8J.K. Canter Builder, LLC 8Paul Deren Builders, Inc. 6Marciano Salazar Barrientos 5Ladd Electric Company 3Stillwater Homes, Inc. 1Roundtable Homes, LLC 1Prof. Roofing Serv. Inc / Simmons Venture, LLC 1
McBride-Owens Inc.McGuire Construction Co., Inc.Merritt Land Co., LLCMooney’s GradingMyers Greenhouse, Inc.Nancy R. Hancock Interior ConsultantOverhead Door Company of GreensboroP.F. Plumbing Contractors, Inc.Parko Grading & Construction, Inc.PCI Builders, Inc.Pete Jones ConstructionPilot Mechanical, Inc.Precept Construction, LLCPrincipal Financial GroupReady Mixed Concrete CompanyResidential Building Specialties, Inc.Security Underwriters, Inc.Sloan Concrete Inc.Smith-Rowe, Inc.Southside Bargain CenterSpeer Concrete 2nd GenerationSterling Network SolutionsTim Williams Building Co., Inc.Tradition HomesTransou’s Septic Tank ServiceUnique Interiors, Inc.Wells Fargo Home MortgageWestphalia Construction Co., Inc.
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