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8 Letter from the Editor Jennifer Johnson, NAC FD

10 Create an Outdoor Living Room Dean Mathwig, Asher Lasting Exteriors

14 Hydrangea Happiness Dean Carstensen, Chippewa Valley Growers

18 37th annual Home & Garden Show Revealed

24 Jeffers Park Pavilion Project

25 Pre-Closing Orientation Checklist

26 Home Renovations: Get the Biggest Bang For Your Buck

30 2015 Homeowner Resource CVHBA Member Directory

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Bill Pozarski, Pozarski Enterprises*Roy Rico, Rico Quality Homes, Inc.*

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As we begin to prepare for spring and the start of the home building “season”, the phone lines heat up at the Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association with calls from homeowners looking for professional contractors to build the home of their dreams. Now is the perfect time to remind homeowners and others in the industry about copyright infringement.

Because there is so much work that goes into the design and construction of a home, there are also laws in place that protect each home’s unique design. Just as there has been copyright protection in place to safeguard the original works of authors of literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works, in 1990, copyright protection was extended to include architectural works. With respect to new home construction, the federal copyright laws protect the copying of all or a portion of a home design. Protection is found in two different areas:

• Theprotectionofthedesignplans(includingblueprintsandfloorplanlayouts).• The protection of the completed structure. This extends to its overall interior and exterior appearance.

This means that while you are welcome to gather a variety of home plans at events such as those presented by Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association and other organizations, you need to remember that the plans builders have available for you, detailing the layout and the exterior of the home, are for educational purposes only. You may not copy those plans. If you bring to a builder a plan you’ve found online, from events or elsewhere without purchasing the rights to the plan, asking him or her to duplicate the same home for you would be in direct violation of the 1990 Copyright law.

ManycopyrightinfringementcasesinWisconsinhaveresultedinextensivelitigationandsignificantjudgments.Theconsequencesforplanstealingareveryseriousandcanresultinsubstantialfinancialpenalties.Recentpartiesconvicted of architectural copyright infringement have been required to pay anywhere from $15,000 to $125,000. In future cases, penalties may be higher or lower depending on the extent of copyright infringement. Consumers interested in building new homes are encouraged to follow this advice to avoid copyright infringement claims:

• Neveraskonebuildertocopyallorpartofthedesignorfinishedappearanceofanotherbuilder.• When interviewing builders and shopping for different home designs, ask each builder you interview whether he or she has a home design that incorporates the style or features you are looking for. Explain the style or features by giving examples; but keep in mind that copying is prohibited.• Makesurethatyouarepurchasingtherightstoalegitimateplanbyaskingthebuildertoconfirmthatheorshe has the right to build the plan or design that you have selected.

Ifyouseeaspecificfeature,likeasunroom,inahomethatyoulike,youcouldaskthebuilderyouwouldliketowork with if they have something similar in one of their home designs or if they could design something similar. The key to avoiding copyright infringement is to understand that copying any part of another builder’s plan is against the law. If you ask your builder to construct the same exact feature found in another builder’s home, it is a violation. Keep in mind that individual standard features or design elements that are functionally required may not becopyrighted(suchasdoors,windowsandstairs).

One question frequently asked is how handwritten sketches are viewed with regard to the copyright law. Many homeownersbelievethatwhentheycontributetheirownsketchtoabuilder,detailingideasforafloorplanoraspecificdesignidea,thattheyhaverightstothefinaldesignofthehome.Inreality,thecopyrightisownedbythepersonwhoputstheideasintofinalform.Whenanowner’ssketchisincorporatedintoanarchitecturaldesignit

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Another common myth is that if you alter a plan by a certain percentage, you are not in violation of copyright laws. Simplyusinganotherbuilder’splanasastartingpointwouldplaceyouinjeopardyofviolatingthelaw.

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Create an outdoorLiving Room

The backyard patio or deck has long been a favorite place for summer fun and cookouts, but more and more, people are discovering new ways to repurpose their outdoor space. An outdoor living room can expand the functional area of your home by taking advantage of your extra outside space. The advantages are many. Creating a living room outdoors can save energy, add living space to your home, enable people inside to be undisturbed while company is entertained outside.

Consider using the following elements to transform your deck or patio into a multipurpose living space - an outdoor extension of your living room. • Lighting can set the tone for a relaxing space, just as

you would indoors. Solar lights make this an easy, energy-efficient choice.

• At least one wall can anchor your space and make it feel more like a room. Try to imagine sitting indoors on your couch, with the walls taken away. Though the wide open area might seem nice, you may feel a little exposed. Aside from building a fence, creating privacy for your outside living room can be as simple as a wall of shrubs, a bamboo screen or an arbor with vines. It of course can be an actual wall (such as the side of your house or garage).

• A weather resistant rug will define your area as more of a room than just a corner of the yard with furniture.

• Nothing makes a room feel more like a room than having cover over your head. Your outdoor “roof ” can be anything from the shade of a large tree, an umbrella, a retractable awning, or even a permanent structure like a gazebo or pergola. It all depends on your budget and needs. Either way, keeping the sun and rain at bay will have an effect on what types of fabrics, building materials or electrical appliances you are able to safely use in your outdoor room.

• Furniture obviously belongs in your room. What type depends on how protected from the weather your furnishings will be. How they are placed is important too. The idea is to arrange your furniture in a way that people can face each other, creating a conversation area. Tables and end tables add practicality - making the room feel more complete.

As you assemble your new outdoor living room, there are a few things to keep in mind that will help you get the most out of it. • Like any other room inside your home, try to add the

“homey” touches that compliment your design tastes. Because it is outside, try to bridge your interior decor with the outdoor surroundings.

• Keep the size similar to an indoor counterpart. The temptation may be to take advantage of all that space, but you will lose the intimacy of a living room.

• Lay out your new outdoor space in such a way that it compliments your landscaping, while remaining practical. The point is to enjoy your time outside, so be aware that you may have to trim and mow around this new area. Try not to lay things out so it will make lawn maintenance more of a chore.

• Effective use of blinds, curtains and plants will both increase your privacy and add to the cozy intimate feeling you get from relaxing indoors.

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• A focal point such as a fire pit, grill, fountain, or even a TV (above your outdoor bar, of course) will make the room that much easier to relax and enjoy company in.

As you can see, creating this space requires more than just throwing down a rug and putting your patio furniture on top. If you are planning on building any type of overhead structure like a pergola, setting up an arbor or lattice wall, or putting down a patio, it’s a very good idea to seek out assistance from experts such as professional contractors or companies that provide these types of services.

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Hydrangea HappinessHydrangea happiness reaches its height at the end of summer. Many other varieties of shrubs and flowering plants lose their luster as summer heats up while the hydrangea comes on the scene with its spectacularly large flowers that are standouts in any landscape or flower bed. Recent breeding has translated into even more astounding varieties than ever

before. Spring is the time to plan for this spectacular display. It takes a summer of growing for the hydrangea to gain energy to produce amazing blooms that will make you smile through fall.

Recent year’s hydrangea varieties have given those of us in the northern regions of 3 and 4 hardiness zones an abundance of striking new colors, new habits and better plants from which to choose. That makes everyone happy!

The Endless Summer® Original might be thought of as the beginning of the hydrangea breeding explosion. This variety was a real breakthrough with a blue flower that would bloom after winters with lows of -30 degrees. Since then, a Lacecap Twist N Shout® Hydrangea has been introduced. Like the original Endless Summer®, this variety can bloom blue or pink depending upon the acidity of the soil in which it is grown. The most recent addition to the series that is hardy to -30 degree winters is Bloomstruck®. The flowers of Bloomstruck® are more toward the purple or a rose-pink color depending upon the acidity. The stems are stronger and it seems able to bloom better than the original. All three of these varieties are able to bloom through the summer. They do take some special care that the other varieties of hydrangea do not.

When caring for Endless Summer® Hydrangea, the acidity of the soil will affect the number and the color of your blooms. The proper acidity and desired blooms are achieved by simply adding an acidic fertilizer or amending the soil with Hi-Yield™ Aluminum Sulfate a couple times a season or Hi-Yield™ Soil Sulfur once a season.

New varieties of the snowball type of hydrangea have also arrived. You may know of the older variety call Annabelle®. Great flower power and large white blooms begin the end of July, but all the flowers bow to the ground and loose their appeal after the first rain. The new Incrediball® Hydrangea is the same style of plant, but has a much stronger stem and larger flowers--up to 10 inches in diameter! Next comes some new colors. The pink Invincibelle® Spirit Hydrangea. The 2015 season offers an even darker pink, almost red, Invincibelle® Ruby. These snowball type hydrangea are all hardy to -35 to -40 degrees, true Zone 3 hardiness.

The most popular hydrangea is the cone shaped flower type. Limelight wowed us a few years ago with its greenish buds that opened to nice white flowers. Pinky Winky® appeared

Reasons to smile with exciting new spring planting options you can enjoy through fall!

Bloomstruck® lives up to its name with flowers on old and new wood averaging 3.5 to 5 inches across. Photo courtesy Bailey Nurseries, Inc.

Small space? Bobo® is the perfect choice for flower beds as it stays under 3 feet tall and requires less pruning with strong stems to easily hold cone shaped white blooms that age to a nice pink. Photo courtesy Bailey Nurseries, Inc.

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with its large flowers that turned a nice shade of pink as they matured. If you want color earlier, Quick Fire® Hydrangea performs. Recently a smaller version of Quick Fire® called Little Quick Fire® became available offering the same blooming habits, but less pruning since it grows only about 4 feet tall. A really short cone shaped flowering hydrangea, the new Bobo® offers white cone shaped flowers on a plant that grows only 30-36 inches tall at its tallest. A perfect addition to a small space! These are slower to bloom than the Quick Fires®, but they do age to a nice pink hue as they mature. If an even darker flower makes you smile, a nearly red hardy hydrangea, Fire Light®, is new this year. More good news follows these cone shaped hydrangeas. They are all hardy to -40 degree winter temperatures.

A number of the varieties have been grown in a short tree form. These tree forms only grow to about 12 feet tall and get around 10 feet wide. This makes a nice small tree for flower bed areas or near the house as it will not grow too

tall. Remember, hydrangeas bloom late summer into fall and create interest during a time when other plants have finished their bloom period.

There is no shortage of hydrangea varieties and forms and there are more to come! Show off a little in the dog days of summer by planting a hydrangea this spring to beautify your landscape. It’s sure to bring happiness to you and everyone that passes by.

The intense violet-blue Bloomstruck® is great for cutting and can be planted in full sun to part shade. Photo courtesy Bailey Nurseries, Inc.

The spring white flowers of Fire Light® turn a rich pomegranate pink/nearly red and they withstand our Wisconsin winters.

Little Quick Fire® is small standout at about 4 feet tall and requires less pruning.

Dean Carstensen, co-owns Chippewa Valley Growers of Eau Claire with his son Ben Carstensen. Dean offers over 50 years of gardening experience to answer your questions at cvgrowers@hotmail.com. To learn more about Chippewa Valley Growers, see their website www.ChippewaValleyGrowers.com, like them on Facebook or call 715-839-8448. The greenhouse, 3.5 miles east of the Highway 53 Bypass on Highway 12, is open mid-April through October 10th for the 2015 season.

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Attendees will learn how the smallest changes can make a big aesthetic difference from Travis with Arrow Building Center. During the seminar, Travis will discuss current design trends in siding, brick, windows, porches, entry doors, shutters and accents. Just like every other product that goes into a home there are many options out there and Travis is here to give you a little more background about each one and what works best for different applications.

The days of boom boxes and large speakers have become a thing of the past. Small speakers with huge sound capability are what the future is moving to. We are happy to have Steve with Sound Installation to show us the things that can be done with sound in your home; whether you want a home theater system, music in your bathroom, or even outdoors. He will also show us how all these can be installed with minimal space and how you can run everything from your smart phone. You can’t imagine the possibilities and Steve will be here to show us some of them.

There’s no question that color can generate a strong emotional reaction. This is why so many people find that choosing, using, and combining colors can be intimidating. Don’t worry, experts have developed simple to use color guides to help you create an attractive palette that fits your design goals as well as your individual style. The professionals from Accent Paint will be here to help break down some of the basics of painting. Plus, you’ll learn great ways to apply your palette successfully throughout your home.

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The garden is not always a summer thing. Garden Goddess Patty Marten of Green Oasis Gardens will talk about different plants and flowers for all the seasons of the year, giving you a bright colorful garden year round. She will give insight on which plants do the best in the different weather conditions and soils. She will also discuss annuals and perennials and when to plant them. Attend this informational seminar and make your garden the talk of the neighborhood

Adding a back splash is the perfect way to incorporate some personality into a kitchen or bathroom. Another beauty of a back splash…it can be installed in two days or less. Let us show you the different materials and designs that can transform a room! Join Jessica Falk, a designer with R. Tews Construction in Altoona, as she shows us just how simple or extravagant a back splash can be. Enjoy learning from a professional.

With a little basic understanding about the different types of wood floors and applications, you can be better prepared and more confident in your selection. Wood floors are produced in both solid and engineered planks and strips that come in a wide variety of wood species. Join Tom from Independent Flooring of Eau Claire as he shows you the different types of floorings are available. He will help you determine which type of floor will work best for your situation, depending on its location within the home, and the types of subfloor that go with them.

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Ever have rabbits eat all of your plants? Did you know that ladybugs are good for your garden? Rob Drew will be here to talk about the different types of pests/friends in your garden, and whether they are beneficial or just flat out pests. Learn how to identify them at different stages of development and exactly how to manage them. Rob has an extensive background and will be able to answer questions on how to manage the creatures in your garden and lawn.

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The mission of the Jeffers Park Development Project is to plan and construct Jeffers Park to feature a five field baseball and softball complex and include other such public park amenities as a playground, pavilion, and trails. The land is owned by the City, and the use is provided by City Council. The project is a collaboration of two youth sports leagues, the Eau Claire National Little League and Eau Claire Fast Pitch, plus the city of Eau Claire. This ball field complex will be the first co-ed fields in the City and expand the current limited access to available fields.

Be sure to visit the blog (cvhbajefferspark.wordpress.com) for updates on progress, and to see pictures that follow along with the construction!

Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association and Royal Construction, Inc.will be assisting with the Park Pavilion Construction.

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Pre-Closing orientation CheCklist

While not an exhaustive list, the CVHBA offers the following as a starting point to help you through the orientation to your new home.

grading 9 Does the ground around the foundtion slope away

from the house? 9 Is water collecting in any swales where it shouldn’t

be? (to check, water the areas with a hose if possible) 9 Are there signs of erosion 9 If the house has basement window wells, are they

clean and graveled?

roof and gutters 9 Are the shingles flat and tight? 9 Is the flashing securely in place? 9 Do the gutters, downspouts, and splash blocks

direct water away from the house?

exterior aPPearanCe

9 Are the trim and fittings tight? Are there any cracks? 9 Is the paint smooth over the surface and trim?

doors and WindoWs 9 Are all doors and windows sealed? 9 Do they open and close easily? 9 Is the glass properly in place? 9 Is any glass loose or cracked?

finishes 9 Is the painting satisfactory in all rooms, closets and

stairways? 9 Did the painters miss any spots? 9 Are the trim and moldings in place?

floors 9 Is the carpet tight? 9 Are there are any noticeable seam gaps in vinyl tile

or linoleum? 9 Are wooden floors properly finished?

aPPlianCes, fixtures and surfaCes 9 Do all of the appliances operate properly? 9 Are all of the appliances the models and colors you

ordered? 9 Check all faucets and plumbing fixtures to make

sure they operate properly. 9 Check all electrical fixtures and outlets. 9 Do the furnace, air conditioner, and water heater

operate properly? (test them to make sure) 9 Are there any nicks, scratches, cracks or burns on

any surface? 9 Test the doorbell, the intercom system, the garage

door opener and any other optional items.

Basement and attiC 9 Are there indications of dampness or leaks? 9 Is there significant cracking in the floors or

foundation walls? 9 Are there any obvious defects in exposed

components, such as floor joists, I-beams, support columns, insulation, heating ducts, plumbing, electrical, etc.?

CertifiCate of oCCuPanCy 9 Has your local municipality signed off on your

house?

Some problems may not be readily apparent during the walk through. Even a professional inspector might miss a few. Most warranties cover problems that are the result of faulty workmanship. However, warranties usually exclude problems that result from owner neglect or improper maintenance. Be sure you’re comfortable with all the components of your home, how they operate, and how they are to be maintained before you take occupancy.

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Home Renovation$: Get the Bigge$t Bang for Your BuckRenovations are a great way to add value to your home. Dollar signs may flash through your mind when you think about renovating, but you don’t have to update every part of your home to increase its value. Rather, you should focus on a few key areas and balance cost with value, giving you the best return on investment. Renovations create an up-to-date, convenient living space, as well as increase your home’s resale value. So, where should you focus your energy to get the most bang for your buck?

• Update the kitchenOn the cost versus value scale, a kitchen renovation requires a large investment, but also delivers a great deal of value. Large-scale renovations may include installing new countertops and cabinets, adding an island for storage and preparation space, replacing old appliances and incorporating a backsplash that complements the colors and style of your kitchen. A walk-in pantry is also a great addition if there is enough space to accommodate it. Because the kitchen is the nerve center of a home, upgrades will make a huge impact. The money you put in will be paid back in dividends when it comes time to sell.

• Remodel bathroomsOne goal of a bathroom remodel is to create an updated, clutter-free space. To achieve this, you can install new flooring, countertops and fixtures, and put a fresh coat of paint on the walls. If your master bathroom only has one sink, consider adding a double vanity. In addition, make sure there is adequate storage for towels and other accessories. Bathroom renovations require a fairly sizable investment, but they also increase the overall value of your home.

• Add storage spaceFor most, storage space is a necessity. If you don’t have enough room to store pots and pans in the kitchen or towels in the bathroom, your home becomes infinitely less functional. Carve out any additional storage space that you can—put up shelves in the basement or cut out a space between the studs to install a cabinet. Identify where the biggest problem areas are, and look for ways to create storage solutions.

• Maintain the yardYard maintenance doesn’t have to mean elaborate landscaping or expensive outdoor projects. Regular upkeep such as mowing the lawn, trimming bushes and pulling weeds will do the trick. A well-manicured yard is a signal to buyers that you put the same care and attention into the rest of the home, instantly making it more attractive.

• Basic home maintenanceJust as a properly maintained yard adds value, so does a properly maintained interior. This includes fixing leaky pipes and replacing old appliances, among many other small projects. Staying on top of these maintenance tasks will keep your home running efficiently, and potential buyers will be drawn in knowing they won’t have to deal with a mountain of repairs.

• Focus on energy efficiencyEnergy efficient windows, doors and climate control systems not only reduce your monthly utility bills, but they also increase the overall value of your home. In a 2012 What Home Buyers Really Want study conducted by the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Economics and Housing Policy Group, energy efficiency ranked high on the list. Energy-saving features include Energy Star®-rated appliances and windows, as well as an Energy Star® rating for the overall home. Nine out of 10 buyers indicated they would prefer to buy a home with energy efficient features to one that costs less but doesn’t include those features.

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There is clearly a market for energy efficient homes, and incorporating some of these features will add a substantial amount of value to your home.

• Create space (or the illusion of space)Even if your current floor plan is divided into a number of rooms, you can still create a more open feel. You may go as far as knocking down a wall or two to open up the space, or you can work with what you have by rearranging furniture and maximizing the square-footage within each room. Eliminate wasted space and ensure that each room is functional. By reducing clutter and using a neutral color palate, you can also draw attention to architectural features or unique elements in your home (and away from room dimensions).

• Polish up the laundry roomAccording to the NAHB study, a large majority of buyers are looking for a laundry room along with storage and organization solutions. If you can maximize the functionality of your current laundry room, your home’s value will increase. Upgrades may include a bar to hang clothes, cabinets to store products or a folding surface. You should also ensure easy access to the washer and dryer for

loading and unloading. If the laundry room is located in the basement, you may consider moving it to the main floor for added convenience.

If you’re hesitant to jump into a large renovation project, rest assured that the remodeling market is steadily rebounding. With improvements in the job market and a more favorable economic outlook, homeowners are more likely to start and/or complete remodeling projects. According to the NAHB Remodeling Market Index (RMI), a report that measures current remodeling activity and indicators of future activity, the reading jumped three points to 56 for the second quarter of 2014. This is the fifth consecutive quarter that the RMI was above 50, indicating that remodelers are reporting higher market activity in comparison to the previous quarter.

Now is a great time to start a few projects on your own or hire a professional to complete more extensive renovations. Check out the directory of professionals at cvhomebuilders.com to find remodelers in the Chippewa Valley Area area.

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AA & D Docks and Service LLC.........................(715) 239-3818Abby's Custom Woodworking..........................(715) 225-4798ABC Supply Co...................................................(715) 726-0411Accent Finishing LLC........................................(715) 830-5002Access Security Inc.............................................(715) 726-9090Advanced Disposal............................................(715) 858-9115Advanced Engineering Concepts LLC............(715) 552-0330Aerus Electrolux.................................................(715) 832-3566All Exteriors LLC...............................................(715) 781-1696All Season Landscaping.....................................(715) 287-3544All Star Elevator LLC.........................................(715) 877-1665All Title Services Inc..........................................(715) 838-9016American Express Transportation LLC..........(715) 832-9833American Realty Partner LLC ..........................(715) 644-2315Amundson's Appliance......................................(715) 838-0530AnchorBank........................................................(715) 723-6488AnchorBank, FSB................................................(715)852-1664Andy Central-Vac..............................................(715) 835-5538Andy Stanley Construction LLC......................(715) 552-1588Apex Insurance Group.......................................(715) 855-5050Aquarius Water Conditioning/Kinetico..........(651) 777-0448Archer Lion Inc..................................................(715) 720-1654Arrow Building Center......................................(715) 723-4716Asher Lasting Exteriors.....................................(715) 832-7282Ashley Construction..........................................(715) 271-6504Associated Bank - Michael Kitzman................(715) 831-3581Associated Bank - Jenny Ebert.........................(715) 831-2244Automated Building Components...................(715) 924-4867

BB & B Electric......................................................(715) 832-1676BackyardStone.com............................................(715) 832-2325Badger Basement Systems Inc ..........................(800) 262-1880Badger Custom Windows Inc...........................(715) 835-3838Badgerland Printing USA Inc...........................(715) 874-5149Bank Mutual - Wendy Hollenbeck..................(715) 833-7733Bank Mutual - Jim Bechly.................................(715) 833-7722Bartow Builders of Eau Claire..........................(715) 829-9756Baseman Floors Inc............................................(715) 577-9300

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Bathfitter..............................................................(651) 645-1100Bauman Associates Ltd......................................(715) 834-2001Bed, Bath & Drapery Shop................................(715) 839-9000Blade Millworks..................................................(715) 695-3418BME Inc...............................................................(715) 828-7018Bobcat Plus..........................................................(715) 720-0300Bohl & Proulx Plumbing Inc............................(715) 832-4795Bremer Bank.......................................................(715) 552-5557Briggs Brothers Construction LLC..................(715) 828-3341Brooks Home Renovations LLC.......................(715) 379-7317Brovold Construction Inc.................................(715) 723-2779Brunkow Builders Inc........................................(715) 835-6744Budget Blinds of the Chippewa Valley............(715) 833-8921Buesser Concrete LLC.......................................(715) 720-1962Builders Millwork Inc........................................(715) 926-3833Building Hope.....................................................(715) 838-2084Bungalow Point Homes LLC............................(715) 225-8473

CC&E Wurzer Builders LLC...............................(715) 839-8806C&M Properties and Construction Inc...........(715) 874-4225C&T Siding.........................................................(715) 749-3162Cambria...............................................................(612) 751-5661Cedar Falls Heating & AC Inc..........................(715) 235-7166Central Builders Supply Inc..............................(715) 985-3321Cesspool Cleaners LLC.....................................(715) 723-3449Charter Bank Eau Claire...................................(715) 852-2307Charter Business.................................................(715) 495-7787Charter Media.....................................................(715) 831-8930Chippewa Concrete Services............................(715) 723-5004Chippewa Valley Door Co LLC........................(715) 723-0742Chippewa Valley Electrical Contr. Inc............(715) 713-0123Chippewa Valley Energy....................................(715) 876-6400Chippewa Valley Growers Inc..........................(715) 839-8448Chippewa Valley Habitat for Humanity..........(715) 833-8993Chippewa Valley Restoration Services Inc.....(715) 833-8031Chippewa Valley Technical College.................(715) 858-1866Chwala’s Construction Inc................................(715) 644-2777Circle M Nursery Inc.........................................(715) 723-4247Citizens Bank of Cadott & Chippewa Falls....(715) 720-3670Classics Furniture...............................................(715) 835-4500

Clean Works........................................................(715) 830-5008CleanPower LLC................................................(715) 830-0881Clear Channel Radio.........................................(715) 552-5107CliftonLarsonAllen............................................(715) 852-1120Cloverbelt Construction LLC..........................(715) 289-4098Coldwell Banker.................................................(715) 828-4366College Pro Painters...........................................(800) 327-2468Conco Paints.......................................................(715) 977-1194Concrete Connections .......................................(715) 579-2123Cor Furniture......................................................(715) 855-8310Country Home Construction LLC..................(715) 632-2788County Materials Corporation.........................(715) 834-7701Craig Moe Custom Homes...............................(715) 456-8775Creative Construction of Eau Claire LLC.......(715) 836-7332Custom Structures, Inc......................................(715) 877-9925

DDecorating Den Interiors..................................(715) 764-1166Denny’s Appliance..............................................(715) 235-2028Diversified, Inc...................................................(715) 849-9933DK Construction................................................(715) 797-3656Donnellan Real Estate........................................(715) 836-8080Dorn Construction LLC....................................(715) 577-6605Down To Earth...................................................(715) 833-1234Durand Builders Service Inc.............................(715) 672-5941Dziekan Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.....(715) 926-3569

EEau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce........(715) 834-1204Eau Claire Energy Cooperative.........................(715)836-6471Eau Claire Ford Lincoln Quick Lane...............(715) 852-1028Eau Claire Insulation LLC.................................(715) 832-6927Eau Claire Lawn Equipment.............................(715) 834-7118Eau Claire Press Co............................................(715) 833-9243Eau Claire Realty................................................(715) 552-1818Edward Jones - Ted Oeffler...............................(715) 830-8681Edward Jones - Andrew Schlafer......................(715) 552-1760Equip Rentals......................................................(715) 720-1234Erv Smith Services Inc/The Hearth Shoppe...(715) 836-8360Ever-Green Services...........................................(715) 832-7181Express Disposal Inc.........................................(715) 669 -3868

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Extreme Panel Technologies, Inc.....................(507) 423-5416

FFABCO Rents.....................................................(715) 874-6440Ferguson Bath & Kitchen Gallery....................(715) 835-5151Fireside Hearth & Home...................................(715) 832-5232Frazer Construction...........................................(715) 828-4969Furniture Medic by Greg...................................(715) 736-5550

GGerhards - the Kitchen and Bath Store...........(715) 831-4629Gibson’s Watercare Service...............................(715) 834-7716Glass Doctor of Eau Claire................................(715) 737-9563Glaus Bros Contracting Inc..............................(715) 672-8496Glen Pelke Plumbing, Heating & Well Drilling Inc.....(715) 926-3848

Goodin Company..............................................(715) 830-1800Gorilla Dumpster Bags......................................(608) 852-4062Granite Tops By Johnson Monument LLC.....(715) 723-5576Gray Area Interiors LLC....................................(507) 828-9320Green Planet Rain Barrels LLC........................(715) 835-4080Green Thumb Landscaping & Excavating......(715) 832-4553Greener Grass Systems......................................(715) 832-0800Gulfeagle Supply.................................................(715) 874-4555

HHaas Sons Inc......................................................(715) 669-5469Hainstock Homes LLC......................................(715) 556-0627Haldeman Builders, LLC...................................(715) 829-4107Hanson Energy Services....................................(715) 577-7362Harms Concrete Inc...........................................(715) 568-1977Haselwander Bros Inc........................................(715) 834-9997Haselwander Companies Inc............................(715) 834-9997Hayworth Fence Co Inc....................................(715) 832-0300Health4Life Chiropractic LLC ..........................(715) 598-4954Heartland Contractors......................................(715) 830-7830Higley Plumbing................................................(715) 877-1432Hillcrest Granite & Marble...............................(715) 835-2035Home Town Insulation......................................(715) 833-8562Hometech Innovations LLC.............................(715) 330-4663Hong Construction LLC...................................(715) 597-3272Hot Wire Electric...............................................(715) 225-7295

House Blend Lighting & Design......................(715) 726-3080Hovland’s Inc......................................................(715) 832-1691Hurlburt Heating Plumbing & Electric...........(715) 283-4422

IImage 360............................................................(715) 514-3614Independent Flooring........................................(715) 833-2432Indianhead Insurance Agency..........................(715) 723-0274Indoor Comfort Inc...........................................(715) 835-6869Irwin Construction............................................(715) 726-1280

JJ. Theisen Inc.......................................................(715) 835-6191Jacob Maas Builders LLC..................................(715) 559-6911Jaenke Concrete & Excavation Inc...................(715) 832-6338Jay’s Sign Service Inc..........................................(715) 835-0501JB Systems LLC...................................................(715) 830-9375Johnson Roll-Off Service...................................(715) 577-3594JP Mechanical LLC.............................................(715) 287-4244JW Custom Homes Inc......................................(715) 577-6834

KKarl’s TV Audio & Appliance...........................(715) 514-4744Kelly Heating & Electric LLC...........................(715) 832-6909Ken Olson Well Drilling & Pump Service Inc....(715) 832-7272Kent Homes Inc..................................................(715) 829-5518Kinderman Plumbing LLC...............................(715) 877-3238Kitchen Craft......................................................(352) 483-7600Kitchen Koncepts...............................................(715) 267-7639Kitchen Solvers of Western Wisconsin............(715) 831-6314Kjelstad Plumbing..............................................(715) 834-9052Kramer Land Design Studio.............................(715) 831-0654Kurth Sheet Metal Inc........................................(715) 723-2211

LLake Hallie Cabinets LLC.................................(715) 839-9701Lakes Gas Co.......................................................(715) 838-2460Lampert Lumber Inc..........................................(715) 286-2271Landstar Builders Inc.........................................(715) 834-3411Larson’s Custom Cabinets.................................(715) 239-6812Lebakkens Inc of Wisconsin.............................(715) 831-1002

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Legacy Custom Homes & Renovations LLC..(715) 877-1880Legends Title Services.......................................(715) 514-5748Liberty Exteriors Inc..........................................(715) 926-4444Lien & Peterson Architects Inc.........................(715) 835-7500Lifetime Countertops.........................................(715) 226-1718Lydia’s...................................................................(715) 552-0400Lyman Lumber Company.................................(715) 835-5119

MMarine Credit Union.........................................(715) 834-3275May’s Floral Garden...........................................(715) 836-8220McKay Nursery...................................................(715) 834-0993McStone’s Carpet Barn......................................(715) 271-3969Mega Co-op........................................................(715) 839-5200Menards...............................................................(715) 858-2009Merchants Bank..................................................(715) 838-2404Mid-West Family Broadcating.........................(715) 852-2675Midwest Manufacturing...................................(715)-876-3400Mike’s Custom Homes.......................................(715) 839-8858Mill Creek Builders/Enercept...........................(608) 685-4557MyNextHome.....................................................(715) 894-7477

NNationwide Floor & Window Coverings........(715) 858-0299Natural Touch Landscaping..............................(715) 556-2817Nels Gunderson Chevrolet...............................(715) 597-1924Nohre & Co. CPA’s.............................................(715) 834-2225Northern Crossarm Co Inc...............................(715) 723-4100Northland Buildings Inc...................................(715) 874-4202Northwestern Bank............................................(715) 723-4461Northwood Builders..........................................(715) 514-1752Northwoods Unlimited LLC.............................(715) 830-0998Not Just Closets LLC..........................................(715) 831-2119

OOverhead Door Co. of the Chippewa Valley..(715) 874-4565

PPahl’s Kitchen & Bath Collection.....................(715) 552-3225Paul Prince Construction LLC.........................(715) 967-2504Paul Schneider Construction............................(715) 829-9850

Pawlak Construction.........................................(715) 829-0875Pella Windows & Doors....................................(715) 836-9301Peoples Bank Midwest.......................................(715) 832-8333Per Mar Security.................................................(715) 832-1222Perma Glaze of Western Wisconsin.................(715) 839-8822Peterson Custom Homes LLC..........................(715) 838-9868PJ Painting...........................................................(715) 577-2459Polytek of Eau Claire..........................................(715) 878-9005Potter Agency LLC.............................................(715) 552-3511Pozarski Concrete & Masonry LLC.................(715) 832-9816Premier Drywall LLC........................................(715) 644-2794Premier Plumbing..............................................(715) 279-2525Premium Lawn Service LLC.............................(715) 514-1409Pro-Build of Eau Claire.....................................(715) 834-5351

RR & L Tile Co......................................................(715) 832-8775R. Tews Construction & Design Inc................(715) 834-1628Rainbow Cleaning Systems/Water Works.......(715) 305-8556RainMaster Lawn Systems................................(715) 839-8484RB Landscape.....................................................(715) 235-3434Red Flint Rock & Stone.....................................(715) 855-7600Red Wing Custom Cabinets & Flooring LLC.....(715) 667-3008Reiter Construction...........................................(715) 835-2584Richard Lien Homebuilders..............................(715) 723-4130Richardson Electric Inc.....................................(715) 672-3357River States Truck & Trailer..............................(715) 874-4732Rock and Tait Exteriors LLC............................(715) 723-7200Royal Construction Inc.....................................(715) 832-1986Royal Credit Union - Melissa Bergeron-Bowe.........(715) 833-8286

Royal Credit Union - Barbara Oas...................(715) 833-8282Ruder Ware LLSC...............................................(715) 834-3425Ruppert Construction.......................................(715) 829-6724

SS & K Landscaping.............................................(715) 382-5223Scheppke Real Estate.........................................(715) 833-9625Schumacher Bros Construction.......................(715) 839-0826SDR Painting LLC..............................................(715) 830-0516Sears Hometown Store......................................(715) 232-8086Security Financial Bank.....................................(715) 833-7685

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Selective Countertops LLC...............................(715 )833-8711Senn Blacktop.....................................................(715) 723-8527Service First Plumbing......................................(715) 235-4634Sherwin Williams...............................................(715) 835-4323ShredAway...........................................................(715) 835-0811Signature Homes................................................(715) 579-6916Silver and Stones Gallery...................................(715) 287-4296Sound Installations Inc......................................(715) 831-6029Southern Oak Window Fashions.....................(715) 835-8557Special T Siding & Construction.....................(715) 835-3556Steamatic of Western Wisconsin, LLC............(715) 834-8822Steen Construction of Osseo Inc......................(715) 597-3120Sterling Bank.......................................................(715) 736-6150Sterling Water Culligan.....................................(715) 834-9431Stichert Roofing & Lumber Company Inc......(715) 683-2490Storybook Custom Homes LLC.......................(715) 456-3670Stucky Chiropractic of Eau Claire....................(715) 835-9514Superior Protective Coatings & Polyjacking..(715) 307-7377Swimrite Pools & Spas Inc................................(715) 834-7946

TT&J Concrete Foundations Inc........................(715) 289-3966

The Insurance Center.........................................(715) 836-7675Thomas Leigh Decorators LLC........................(715) 878-4366Thorcraft Custom Kitchens LLC......................(715) 669-7557Timber Ridge Homes.........................................(715) 505-0782Time Federal Savings Bank...............................(715) 514-5245TM Roofing.........................................................(715) 234-3188Trend Stone Surface...........................................(715) 828-3993Tru-Lock & Security Inc....................................(715) 835-1540

UUnited Bank........................................................(715) 835-6859United Products Corporation...........................(715) 831-0855US Bank...............................................................(715) 839-6308

VVersa-Lok............................................................(800) 770-4525Viking Electric Supply.......................................(715) 834-7786Viking Sink Co LLC...........................................(715) 289-3540Vinopal Title and Abstract................................(715) 831-0880

Virtual Vision Computing LLC........................(715) 675-9194

WWall To Wall Carpet One Floor & Home........(715) 832-4555Water Source Heating & Cooling Inc..............(715) 833-9001Wayne Hanson Home Builder Inc...................(715) 839-7995Weather Shield Manufacturing Inc.................(715) 532 -7262WEAU-TV 13.....................................................(715) 852-1565White Glass Company.......................................(715) 832-8323Window Concepts of Minnesota Inc...............(651) 905-0105Window World of Chippewa Valley LLC.......(715) 552-1890Woita & Associates.............................................(715) 598-7011Wood Wright Inc................................................(715) 743-2251Woods and Water Realty Inc............................(715) 723-7828WQOW TV 18...................................................(715) 852-5907Wurzer Builders Inc...........................................(715) 828-3430

XXcel Energy.........................................................(715) 737-2627

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