Neighborhood Builder Oct. 2009

OCTOBER 2009The official magazine of the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County

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The mission of the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County is to advocate, educate and promote thebuilding industry.

OFFICERS: Richard Gaylord, president; Warren Smith, firstvice president; Wes Carroll, second vice president; ShelleyMitchiner, vice president-associates; A.J. Critelli, secretary/treasurer; Zach Schabot, TSMC representative/chair; TomAnhut, appointee to the Executive Committee; and MarkMassengill immediate past president.

HBA DIRECTORS: Rusty Ammons, Sharon Andrews,Douglas Ball, Dave Baron, Rick Barrett, Jay Beaman, ChipBishop, Rex Bost, Tom Brantley, Eddie Casanave, MichaelDean Chadwick, Debbie Combos, Mark Davis, DeneDawson, Mike Debnam, Jim Derrickson, Steve Eastman,Jeff Fike, Don Fraley, Lyle Gardner, Jack Gallagher, MikeGerber, Tom Gipson, Harold Glazer, Mike Golder, BrooksGulledge, Trish Hanchette, Rick Harris, Johnny Hayes, BruceHerbert, Wayne Holt, Mike Houseman, John Houston, MikeHunter, Van Isley, Sheri Jackson, Phil Jawny, VanessaJenkins, Stuart Jones, Mike Jordan, Steve Leach, JackLichtner, Jenny Martin, Blake Massengill, Greg Messer, JohnMiller, Kenny Murphy, Rebecca Newsome, Gaye Orr, RyanPerry, Kevin Poythress, Avon Privette, Mike Reiser, Jon Rufty,Steve Schlageter, John Schlichenmaier, Bob Schultz, DaveServoss, Cindy Sheldon, Geoff Shiley, Kathy Simpson, JuleSmith, Ray Sparrow, Terry Stephens, Richard Stockett,Marty Tart, Woody Teague, Connie Tench, Cliff Thomas, DanTingen, Barry Tutor, C.B. Tyson, Rich Van Tassel, VanVreeland, Scott Warren, Rob Weintraub, Mason Williams,Larry Witek, Wayne Witt, Dale Wooten, Lance Youngquist.

HBA STAFFTim Minton, Executive Vice PresidentLin Barrow, Vice President of FinanceSuzanne Harris, Vice President of Governmental AffairsAndy Ladner, Vice President of Marketing and CouncilsJudy Richardson, Vice President, Education & Parade of

HomesLara Papi Wilson, Director of MembershipAngela Thompson, Financial CoordinatorLeigh Ann Teague, Director of Public Relations

Neighborhood Builder is published monthly for the membersof the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County,5580 Centerview Drive, Suite 115, Raleigh, NC 27606; (919) 233-2033; www.hbawake.com.

Editor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heidi Ketler, [email protected]

Graphic Designer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cammi [email protected]

Advertising Sales Executive . . . . . . . . . . . Linda [email protected]

(919) 815-3252Publisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Association Publishing Inc.

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Copyright 2009; all rights reserved. No material in this publicationmay be reproduced for further publication without the express con-sent of the association and the publisher.

Acceptance of advertising in Neighborhood Builder does not implyendorsement of the product or service by the Home BuildersAssociation of Raleigh-Wake County. Opinions expressed in articlesare those of the authors and people quoted, and not necessarily thoseof the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County. Mention ofspecific products or services in editorial content does not implyendorsement by Neighborhood Builder or the Home BuildersAssociation of Raleigh-Wake County.

The mailing list used by Neighborhood Builder is compiled accordingto membership records. Address corrections should be directed toHBA of Raleigh-Wake County. Nonmember subscriptions are availablefrom the publisher for $24 per year.

NeighborhoodBuilderThe official magazine of the Home BuildersAssociation of Raleigh-Wake County

The time has come forNeighborhood Builder tomake the best of the digitalage. Next month will be itsfirst as an e-magazine.Look for it in your e-mailinbox!

About the cover:

OCTOBER 2009 1

October 2009, Vol. 33, No. 10

FeaturesParade salute 6Judges single out 16 winners of the

44th annual Parade of Homes, which

showcased 160 entries in all price

ranges.

Remodelers tour amazesThe Remodelers Home Tour once again ignited

the imagination with great craftsmanship and

amazing transformations.

Roundup: Flooring Green Wicanders cork, Tarkett Fun selections, a

new twist with Strand Woven Palmwood/Bamboo

and hand-scraped Anderson flooring are

eye-catching and personable.

DepartmentsRemodelers Standpoint 3Green Building 4Permits 12Calendar of Events 12

InsideThis Issue

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2 Neighborhood Builder

President’s Pen

NBy Richard Gaylord2009 President, Home Builders Association ofRaleigh-Wake County

Neighborhood Builder is about to makethe best of the digital era. Beginning with theNovember issue, it will be published as anonline magazine.

That means we will be shedding the costof printing and postage, and maximizing themany advantages of digital technology.

After this issue, Neighborhood Builderwillarrive every month in your e-mail inbox, ratherthan your mailbox. By clicking on the link, youwill be able to read it on your computer screen,or you can print it in entirety or individual pages,as you like.

And as it has been for almost a year,Neighborhood Builder will continue to be avail-able 24-7 on the HBA Web site atwww.hbawake.com.

Amped-up member benefitAs an online magazine Neighborhood

Builder will be a far more powerful membershipbenefit.

Lower production costs mean advertisingrates will be a fraction of what they were, great-ly leveling the playing field and allowing busi-nesses of all sizes to take advantage of themarketing opportunity.

For ad rates, please call HBA member andNeighborhood Builder advertising executiveLinda Dickert at (919) 815-3252. And remem-ber, not only do your advertising dollars sup-port your bottom line, they also support yourassociation. So it’s a win-win investment in yourbusiness and your industry.

Advertisers and readers, alike, will alsoenjoy expanded coverage.

The presentation of content will be limitedonly by the imagination. So, expect an informa-tion-packed publication, with more photos andvisual elements, and links that will take you torelated resources, even video!

Best of all, navigating the pages of the newNeighborhood Builder will be as easy as a clickof your mouse.

All that changes stays the sameFor many whose main source of informa-

tion is the Internet, a digital NeighborhoodBuilder will be a welcome change. Others mayview it as a loss.

If the latter is true, I simply ask that yougive it a try. This may be the introduction youneed into an exciting new world.

Consider that some of the world’s bright-est have embraced the inevitable and essentialnature of change.

German philosopher Johann von Goetheheld that, “Life belongs to the living, and hewho lives must be prepared for changes.” EvenPrince Phillip of England has weighed in, say-ing, “Change does not change tradition. Itstrengthens it. Change is a challenge and anopportunity, not a threat.”

The Home Builders Association ofRaleigh-Wake County is the great industryadvocate it is today because it has adapted tochange and has helped members do the same.You don’t want to be left behind! ■NB

Neighborhood Builder takes the digital leap

“Change does not changetradition. It strengthens it.

Change is a challenge and an opportunity,

not a threat.”– Prince Phillip of England


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AB Stone BoutiqueiLevel by Weyerhaeuser

Louisiana Pacific BuildingProducts

Overhead Door Company ofthe Capital City

Pro-Build

Professional Builders SupplyTriangle New Home Guide

Withers and Ravenel

DIAMOND SPONSORS ($5,000)

GOLD SPONSORS ($3,000)

A.J. Young ArchitecturalIllustrations and Graphics

BB&T Camelot Illustrations GraphicRendering & Design

SILVER SPONSORS ($2,000)

America Home Key

Bank of America

Bonded Builders HomeWarranty

Cecil Holcomb Demolition

CPI Security

Rick Frye — New York Life

RBC Bank

R.E.A.L. Elevator Solutions Inc.

Southern Community Bank

Standard Pacific Homes

TruOptions: BusinessConsultants L.L.C.

Yellow Dot Heating and AirConditioning

Alpine Exteriors Inc.McCuiston Law Offices, P.L.L.C.

Peak SteelRegions Bank

Stonehenge Masonry Inc.

Beaman Building Co.Boxley, Bolton, Garber and

Haywood L.L.P.

Comfort MasterDuron/Sherwin-Williams

PaintNeuse Tile Service

Olde Heritage BuildersPreferred Flooring

Tart Realty Inc.Upright Builders

BRONZE SPONSORS ($1,000)

CORPORATE SPONSORS ($10,000)

2009 HBA of Raleigh-Wake CountyFOUNDATION CLUB

Your contribution as a member of FoundationClub supports an array of events and educational pro-grams that make membership in the HBA such a valu-able and rewarding experience.

To renew your commitment to the FoundationClub in 2009 or to join this distinguished group ofsponsors, contact Tim Minton at (919) 233-2033.

RemodelersStandpoint

Thank you 2009Foundation Clubsponsors!

ASSOCIATION PARTNERS ($25,000 AND ABOVE)

FRIENDS SPONSORS ($500)

PATRON SPONSORS ($250)

IStay sharp!By Harold Glazer2009 Chair, Remodelers Council

It’s hard to believethat the summer is overand we are approaching anew year. I know the pastyear has been challenging for many of ourmembers due to the economy and theincreased competition in our industry.

Signs for optimism

It appears, however, that there are pocketsof optimism as many of our council membershave reported an increase in both site visit leadsand contracts. Hopefully, this is a sign for a bet-ter 2010. As I mentioned in previous newslet-ters, this is not the time to let up on aggressivemarketing and running a tight ship. Most econ-omists believe the housing industry (includingremodeling) is improving, but a robust marketwill take a few more years.

Tour was great marketing tool

Many of our members took advantage ofthe outstanding marketing opportunities avail-able through participation in the 9th annualRemodelers Home Tour Oct. 24-25. The tourdraws from 200 to 400 visitors every year.Hopefully, if you didn't participate, you wereamong the visitors and plan to enter a projectnext year. Turn to page 8 for a review of theevent and participants.

Align with associates at Roundtable

Another great way to advance your impactin the market is by doing business with othermembers of the council. The annual ReverseRoundtable will be Thursday, Oct. 29 at theoffices of the Home Builders Association ofRaleigh-Wake County. A select group of asso-ciate members have the opportunity to showtheir products to you. (Due to limited space,only early registrants participate.) This, too, is anopportunity to meet associates and involve their

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Green Building

TGoing for the green designation By Leigh ScottGreen Building ProgramsDirector

Thirty-four aspiringCertified Green Profes-sionals (CGPs) took thefirst step toward earningtheir National Associationof Home Builders desig-nation by attending arequired two-day class —Green Building for BuildingProfessionals — Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 inChapel Hill.

The class was offered by the Green HomeBuilders of the Triangle, with support from theHome Builders Association of Raleigh-WakeCounty Education Committee, which is followingthrough on the intention to offer one course foreach NAHB designation this year.

GHBT member Michael Chandler was theinstructor for the class, which attracted atten-

dees from all over the Triangle –and also a few people from theTriad and other parts of NorthCarolina. The two-day sessionfeatured many lively technical dis-cussions, which supplementedthe valuable information con-tained in the green buildinginstructional book that each stu-dent received.

Upon completion of theother required class (BusinessManagement for BuildingProfessionals) and submittal of theCGP application form to NAHB,these folks will be able to sport theclassy CGP lapel pin and hang thegilded plaque on their walls.

More than that, they will be able to applytheir newly earned knowledge to all of theirgreen building projects from now on.Congratulations to all of the attendees, and besure to keep up the good work! ■NB

Leigh Scott is director of Green BuildingPrograms. She can be reached at (919) 493-8899 or [email protected]. Green Builders ofthe Triangle membership applications are availableat www.greenhomebuildersofthetriangle.com.


Builders from across the Triangle attend the recent GreenBuilding for Building Professionals class, one of the require-ments for the Certified Green Professional designation. GHBTmember Michael Chandler instructs.

IMaximize ENERGY STAR as a sales toolBy Mark Tabert

Incorporating the upgrades to meet thestandards for the ENERGY STAR® for NewHomes program is one of the greatest invest-ments home builders can make.

Often, builders invest time and money intopurchasing new materials and educating con-struction teams, but overlook one critical aspect– sales. Selling ENERGY STAR homes can beoverwhelming at first, but the following tips willhelp ensure success: 1. Invest in education. Knowledge is the

key to selling the value of ENERGY STAR.Sales and real estate agents will feel morecomfortable talking with home buyers ifthey understand the program standards,how they affect home performance andthe home buyer’s comfort and expenses.

This information allows Realtors to targettheir sales methodology to educate homebuyers on the true value of investing in anENERGY STAR home.

2. Increase visibility. Home buyers cannotsee behind the walls in your homes. Useposters or fliers near the thermostat, sup-ply vents and windows of your modelhomes to highlight energy-efficiencyupgrades. These items will grab their atten-tion, making it easier for them to see thework that goes into building a comfortable,energy-efficient home. Some builders haveeven replaced a piece of drywall with plex-iglass to show the high-quality insulationjob.

3. Use free resources. As an ENERGYSTAR builder, you are eligible to use thecustomizable, free resources from

www.energystar.gov. Log on and down-load items from the Marketing Toolkit.Through the Outreach Partnership, ENER-GY STAR partners can pool their resourcesto increase consumer demand in their mar-ket for ENERGY STAR-qualified homesand the builders who offer them.As a part of Progress Energy’s Home

Advantage program, Advanced Energy, aRaleigh, N.C.,-based nonprofit, is conducting aseries of training and technical guidance work-shops this fall.

For more about Home Advantage, visitwww.progress-energy.com/carolinasha. Formore about ENERGY STAR for New Homes,visit www.energystar.gov. ■NB

Mark Tabert is the Home Advantage pro-gram manager and can be reached [email protected].

Energy Savings


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WhatAParade!

The 44th annual Parade of Homes,

hosted by the Home Builders Association

of Raleigh-Wake County Oct. 3-4, Oct. 9-

11 and Oct. 16-18, showcased 160 entries.

A total of 15 Gold, 15 Silver and 16

Bronze Awards were presented to Parade

builders in 15 price categories, ranging

from $120,000 to $1,295,000.

The number of Parade winners for

each town/city are as follows:

Apex — 5Cary — 9Fuquay-Varina — 5Garner — 2Holly Springs — 4Raleigh — 13Rolesville — 1Wake Forest — 4Willow Springs — 2Zebulon — 1

Stay tuned for a review of the Paradeof Homes Awards Gala in November'sNeighborhood Builder e-magazine.

2 0 0 9 P A R A D E

Gold 85 | The Underwood1st American BuildersSouthview Pointe, Fuquay-Varina

Silver 84 | PoplarRoyal Oaks Building Group L.L.C.Southern Oaks, Fuquay-Varina

Bronze 55 | BoylanProminence HomesCrosstowne, Raleigh

Category 1 ■ $120,000-$188,174

Gold 28 | Deacon RidgeHomes by DickersonAustin Creek, Wake Forest

Silver 62 | The LassiterStancil Builders Inc.Lassiter Farm, Raleigh

Bronze 24 | Brodie IIInnovative Construction Group L.L.C.Carlton Park, Raleigh

Category 2 ■ $188,175-$224,899

Gold 115 | The JennyL and L of Raleigh Inc.The Park at West Lake/The Commons, Apex

Silver 63 | Fisher’s ChoiceBradley Built Inc.Tavernier Phase II, Raleigh

Bronze 29 | Wild PoppyHomes by DickersonHeritage, Wake Forest

Category 6 ■ $329,900-$359,899

Gold 72 | Willow RidgeFuture Homes by Odell Thompson Inc.Brighton Forest, Fuquay-Varina

Silver 116 | The CarterKevin Reinert Homes Inc.The Park at Westlake/The Woodlands, Apex

Bronze 26 | WoodbridgeZackery Michael HomesCarlton Pointe, Rolesville

Category 7 ■ $359,900-$394,999

Gold 136 | WescottDJF BuildersHilliard Forest, Cary

Silver 111 | Villa Dublin IIYoungquist HomesTryon Villas, Cary

Bronze 120 | McKinleyJ.P. Swain CompanyStratford at Abbington, Apex

Category 11 ■ $499,500-$628,103

Gold 95 | WilsonJohn Wieland HomesWoodCreek, Holly Springs

Silver 1 | Blue Skies AheadGephart Hill Building CompanyBudleigh, Raleigh

Bronze 149 | The Beaufort IICarolinian Homes Inc.Weycroft, Cary

Category 12 ■ $628,104-$728,999

Plus 1 Perfect Score


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O F H O M E S W I N N E R S

Gold 67 | The HoneycuttDavid Carroll Homes Inc.Honeycutt Landing, Willow Spring

Silver 66 | The WillowDavid Carroll Homes Inc.Rowland Meadows, Willow Spring

Bronze 68 | The Richard1st American BuildersAshford Village, Fuquay-Varina

Category 3 ■ $224,900-$251,581

Gold 60 | FranklinS&D Builders Inc.Village at Aversboro, Garner

Silver 76 | BloomsburyZackery Michael HomesLakestone Village, Fuquay-Varina

Bronze 90 | The AlbemarleBill Clark Homes of RaleighAvocet, Holly Springs

Category 4 ■ $251,582-$294,487

Gold 100 | The BrunswickWinstar HomesRenaissance Park, Raleigh

Silver 99 | The Savannah GrandeWinstar HomesRenaissance Park, Raleigh

Bronze 114 | Jenny #2L and L of Raleigh Inc.The Park at West Lake/The Commons, Apex

Category 5 ■ $294,488-$329,899

Gold 124 | New LifeBost Custom HomesBuckhurst West, Cary

Silver 86 | The BelmontWardson Construction Inc.12 Oaks, Holly Springs

Bronze 39 | The LullwaterCreech Construction CompanyHeritage Wake Forest, Wake Forest

Category 8 ■ $395,000-$429,899

Gold 19 | The BirminghamM/I HomesWynbrooke, Raleigh

Silver 122 | GlendaleCityScape Builders | Amberly-Village Square, Cary

Bronze 45 | The Future is GreenOlde Heritage Builders | Wakefield Meadows, Zebulon

128 | The Village RetreatReward Builders Inc. | Highcroft Village, Cary

Category 9 ■ $429,900-$458,899

Gold 93 | The JasperMcDuffee BuildersTuscany, Holly Springs

Silver 31 | The GranvilleMedallion Construction Inc.Heritage, Wake Forest

Bronze 123 | Birkleigh ParkBarrington Homes Inc.Amberly-Village Square, Cary

Category 10 ■ $458,900-$499,499

Gold 117 | Summer LakeCotton Custom HomesBranston, Apex

Silver 18 | LafayetteTuscany Construction Group Inc.Tuscan Hills, Raleigh

Bronze 107 | Amelia IslandYoungquist HomesGreyHawk Landing, Cary

Category 13 ■ $729,000-$824,899

Gold 157 | Umstead Pack HouseL and L of Raleigh Inc.Trenton Place, Raleigh

Silver 9 | The CarnelianMcDuffee BuildersLeesville Crest, Raleigh

Bronze 106 | The Weston IIBaron Custom Homes Inc.GreyHawk Landing, Cary

Category 14 ■ $824,900-$997,499

Gold 57 | The Rosemoor HouseEdwards Contracting Group Inc.Rosemoor Place, Garner

Silver 158 | The Umstead ParkJ.M. Davis Custom Homes Inc.Trenton Place, Raleigh

Bronze 7 | Avalon HouseCornerstone Signature Homes Inc.Falls Preserve, Raleigh

Category 15 ■ $997,500-$1,295,000



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OOnce again, the Remodelers Home Tourwas a fantastic exhibit of the latest architecturaland interior design trends in the building indus-try, and a great source for those planning toremodel now or in the future.

The Remodelers Council of the HomeBuilders Association of Raleigh-Wake Countypresented 14 remodeled projects in all priceranges throughout Wake County Oct. 24-25. Eachwas a shining example of how renovations cantransform living space by blending the old andnew for the optimum in aesthetics and function.

This year, the tour proceeds supported theUSO of North Carolina.

Thanks go to Remodelers Home Tour Co-chairs Michael Powell of Archwood Building Co.and Hank Wall of Wood Wise Design &Remodeling, and to the homeowners whoopened their homes to the public.

Please visit www.wakeremodelers.com formore details on the homes on tour. ■NB


Remodelers showcase

1. Beaman Building & Realty 2. Blue Ribbon ResidentialConstruction

3. Andrea Construction

4. The RenovationSpecialists L.L.C.

5. TrendMark Inc. 6. Wood Wise Design &Remodeling

8 Leland Builders 9 2SL Design Build

10 Archwood BuildingCompany

11 Original Space 12 Quality Design &Construction

7 Sadler Construction Inc.

14 Wood Wise Design & Remodeling

13 R.A. Newton CustomHomes

Exploring the realm of possibilities


POP THE CORK

With the movement toward sustain-ability such an important factor in

the building industry, savvy contractors aremore closely scrutinizing the products usedto build today’s homes. In the flooringarena, Amorim and its Wicanders brand of

cork oak flooring are getting more than anod from those in the know.

In 2008, NeoCon (The NationalExposition of Contract Furnishings), sin-gled out Amorim as “the only cork seller tocontrol the entire process, from seedlingthrough harvest and manufacture, key tominimizing the product’s environmentalfootprint.” Its cork oak flooring was one ofonly 14 stand-out products chosen toreceive the show’s Green Star Award recog-nizing sustainable products.

Wicanders’ Xtreme WRT finish fea-

tures tiny ceramic micro beads to protectfloors against abrasion, scratches, UV rays,dirt and insects, while preserving the naturalqualities of cork. The flooring’s water-basedbinder – Acrodur by BASF – contains nosolvents such as phenol, formaldehyde orisocyanate, and significantly reduces the

level of emissions without changing theproduct’s technical performance.

In the manufacture of the flooring,only the rejuvenating bark of the tree is har-vested. The bark is carefully hand sheathedand the cork oak tree is left completelyunharmed. The rejuvenating bark of corkoaks can safely be harvested up to 16 timesduring their 150-to-250-year lifecycle.

The Greenguard EnvironmentalInstitute also has certified five Wicandersproduct lines for their superior indoor airquality performance. GEI is an industry-inde-

pendent, nonprofit organization that estab-lishes acceptable indoor air standards forindoor products, environments and buildings.

For more information, visit online atwww.wicanders.com or call (410) 553-6062.

EXOTIC AND GREEN

For a new twist on bamboo flooring,you’ve got to check out Strand Woven

Palmwood/Bamboo from Green ChoiceFlooring International. This recycled floor-ing product features random strips of nut-meg-colored carbonized bamboo mingledwith the flecked, natural-looking pattern ofpalmwood.

Proponents say the flooring is easier towork with than traditional hardwood floor-ing, being very easy to saw and shape. Theplanks are straighter (less bowing), with theend result being significantly less wastedproduct.

Palmwood/bamboo can be nailed, sta-pled or glued down to a subfloor. It can beinstalled directly over a concrete subfloorthat meets moisture-level requirements.

A full line of palmwood/bambooaccessories is available, including transitionpieces, stair treads and risers.

For more information, call (866)915-1120.

CARRY ME BACK

Before tools were powered, programmedand set to run in flawless perfection,

flooring tradesmen lifted their tools withtheir hands and imparted their individualityinto the wood. As they did, each boardspoke a different story; each plank reflectedits maker.

Now you can bring that simple ele-gance into your homes once again withVirginia Vintage, an engineered hand-scraped flooring from Anderson.The line isavailable in a variety of species, includingred oak, maple and hickory.

The Greenguard EnvironmentalInstitute has certified that all of Anderson’sdomestic hardwood flooring meets its stan-dards for low-emitting air quality. For moreinformation, visit www.andersonfloors.comor call (864) 833-6250.


Product Roundup

FloorsAccording to an EPA study, sustainable flooring, such as cork oak, bamboo or certified hardwoods, can be a healthyalternative for those looking to protect the quality of their indoor air. Amorim and its Wicanders brand of cork oakflooring have been recognized as a standout in sustainable choices.

In the manufacture of the flooring, only the rejuvenating bark ofthe tree is harvested. The bark is carefully hand sheathed and

the cork oak tree is left completely unharmed.


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Tarkett came up with this crazy idea that a floor could bepractical but fun. Its Easy Living Fun selections in the

FiberFloor line feature a resilient fiberglass floor that’s as kid-friendly as it is kid-likable. The versatilefloor floats over the underlayment andcan even be used in pieces, almost like anarea rug. Patterns include SquaresDance, Bubble Fun, Camouflage andKidland (pictured here). For more infor-mation, visit www.tarkettna.com or call(800) 367-8275.

companies in your marketing plan. The Roundtable isa great venue to align yourself with associate mem-bers, who can provide you with professionalresources and assist you in getting your share of thecurrent market. ■NB

Contact Harold Glazer of H. Glazer Builder Inc. at(919) 571-7798 or [email protected]. To stay informed,visit www.wakeremodelers.com.

Remodelers Standpoint

Stay sharp! Continued from page 3



Calendar of EventsOctober main events19 HBA Charity Golf Tournament,

Devil’s Ridge Country Club

BA Board of Directors, 3 p.m.

21 TSMC Breakfast, 8:15 a.m., Brier Creek

21-22 HBA Membership Drive

24-25 Remodelers Home Tour

29 Remodelers Council ReverseRoundtable, 3 p.m.

November Calendar

3 Lunch Seminar: Asbestos, noon

4 GHBT Building Envelope & Energy StarClass, 8:30 a.m. to noon

HBA Governmental Affairs Committee,3 p.m.

5 MAME Committee, 8:30 a.m.

GHBT, 11 a.m.

11 TSMC Executive Committee, 8:30 a.m.

Lunch Seminar: Dow/Moisture Control, noon

12 Remodelers Council Executive, 3 p.m.

13 BAR/Prep, 9 a.m.

17 HBA Membership Committee, 9 a.m.

Battle of the Builders V: Dodgeball,Dorton Arena

18 TSMC Breakfast–THE BIG GIVE, 8:15 a.m., Brier Creek Country Club

HBA Executive Committee, 3 p.m.

Golf Committee, 3 p.m.

19 HBA Education Committee, 9 a.m.

19-20 House Construction as a Selling Tool

23 HBA Board of Directors, 3 p.m.

24 HBA Membership Committee, 9 a.m.

26-27 HBA closed

All meetings and events are conducted at theHBA, unless otherwise indicated. To register, call

(919) 233-2033.

Permit ReportBelow is the most current report from the WakeCounty Assessor’s Office (www.co.wake.nc.us).

July 2009

Apex 20 31 2 53 226Cary 137 107 - 244 1,302Fuquay-Varina 25 16 2 43 251Garner 3 21 1 25 103Raleigh 126 202 9 337 1,853Wake Forest 30 32 - 62 321Wake County 18 120 - 138 890Holly Springs 7 18 2 27 265Morrisville 52 14 - 66 294Knightdale 17 7 - 24 114Rolesville 5 9 - 14 43Wendell 2 4 - 6 56Zebulon - 3 - 3 26Angier - - - - 2July totals 442 584 16 1,042 -2009 totals 2,088 3,546 112 - 5,746

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Time to cheer up!More than 200 Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake

County members and guests cheered up a spell during End theBuilding Blues networking night at the Blue Martini in Raleigh Aug. 25.

Special thanks to event sponsor Timberlake Cabinetry!

From left, AllenGayle, RachelWooten andConnie Tench areall smiles at theregistration table.

Stuart Jones (left) and BrooksGulledge have a chance to catch up.

Lindsay Longerbeam and TimMulcahy proudly represent event

sponsor Timberlake Cabinetry.

Guests enjoy theoutdoor seating ona perfect evening.

Strength in Numbers

BuildersDavis & Associates Inc. – Thomas DavisJohnny Watson Builders Inc. – Johnny WatsonLeuver Construction – Mark LeuverMcDonald-York Inc. – Matt CainPeedin Family Homes Inc. – Merlin PeedinWhitehorne Builders Inc. – Christopher Whitehorne

AssociatesAccu-Steel Inc. – Kirk AndersonArtistic Kitchens & Baths – John Wilson

B&B Home Improvements – Terry BakerCarolina Stoneworx – Jason HetzellH&S Walls L.L.C. – Hector CamachoL&J Aguilar General Construction L.L.C. –

Lucio MartinezLite Steel Technologies of America – Brian EdgeOnwire Consulting Group – Chonly WangRight Build International Inc. – Karl DavisThe Screenmobile of North Carolina Inc. – Larry

Weathers

Services Unlimited of Raleigh Inc. – Edwin JonesSouthern Comforts Design – Jeff FrancisTopside Construction Inc. – Randolph StarnesWaco Mechanical – Valeska Gentry

Affiliates84 Lumber Co. – Rory BonczewskiAccounting Etc Inc. – Lynn NacewiczBank of America – Cynthia MeaseBank of America – Michelle KlingmanBank of America – James ConawayFay Block & Materials – Greg MesserFrost P.L.L.C. – Tony PerrySpectrum Homes Inc. – Rhonda Gardner

Please welcome these new members into the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County with a call or personal introduction. Visit www.hbawake.com for company contact information. Thanks to the sponsors (name in italics), because there is strength in numbers.


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Neighborhood Builder Oct. 2009

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