For homeowners looking for a way to save on energy costs, make their home more comfortable, stop air and moisture infiltration, inhibit mold and pests, decrease noise, and reduce environmental impact, Michael Angelo Cool Foam is launching a new website http://azcoolfoam.com/ to explain all the benefits of foam insulation.

Foam insulation is a proven technology that has been in use for over 25 years in commercial, industrial and residential buildings. “The installation is an easy, nonintrusive, fast process that can be completed in one day,” explains owner Michael Angelo. “Since the insulation is typically installed from the outside, homeowners won’t need to tear out walls or move furniture. Our technicians leave homes neat and clean inside and out.”

The insulation is versatile and can be used to re-insulate older homes that contain little or no insulation. That’s good news for Phoenix residents who live in older masonry block homes.

“Foam insulation can be used re-insulate block homes, flowing through empty spaces and around old, ineffective insulation to completely fill the wall cavity and create a thermal barrier,” Michael says. “The green and non-toxic foam will bring the R-value in walls from 0 to 11. A homeowner can save up to 50% on their utility bills.”

Foam insulation seals the gaps and holes in sheathing to prevent air infiltration. Since the US Department of Energy (DOE) studies show that 40% of a home’s energy is lost due to air infiltration, this is a critical step towards a well-insulated home.

The insulation offers impressive energy savings and complete design flexibility for new residential homes as well. Builders may be able to reduce the size of heating and cooling equipment saving installation costs. Michael Angelo Cool Foam can offer support and education to help residential builders educate their clients about the benefits and energy efficiency of foam insulation.

Foam insulation closed cell solutions deliver impressive energy efficiency advantages for architects and commercial builders to create healthier, quieter, and sustainable buildings. The insulation can efficiently seal intricate and unusually shaped designs without delaying the construction schedule of a commercial building and often saves time as well.

Michael Angelo saw a need in Arizona for this superior insulating product that provides outstanding insulation value at a better price. Unlike some of his competitors, his business also offers personalized service.

“We’re a locally owned family business,” owner Michael says. “My family and I were born and raised in Phoenix and I’ve been in the construction industry for 30 years without a single complaint to the registrar of contractors. We’re not a large corporation that sends minimum-wage strangers into our clients’ homes. Customers work one-on-one with me and my son, who is a journeyman in five trades.”

The Residential Energy Credit has been extended through December 31, 2012, which allows homeowners to apply for up to $500 in tax credits. In addition, Michael Angelo Cool Foam is offering 30% off through October 31, 2012 to celebrate the launching of their new website. To learn more, please visit their new website http://azcoolfoam.com/ or check out their profile on BuildZoom.

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“I want to be easy to work with,” said Daniel Patrick Donohue, owner of Oak Knoll Woodworking. “I am a make it happen kind of person, I can be flexible to help people out, if they need to add a foot to the wall, or need 3 more weeks, I can warehouse my work until they are ready.”

Oak Knoll Woodworking’s new website, www.okwoodworking.com will give contractors an opportunity to see the quality cabinet construction of Oak Knoll and find a capable and experienced cabinet maker. Their goal is to provide continual service to repeat customers and general contractors.

“From new home construction to remodels, I want to be the go to guy in cabinet making. I believe in building good relationships with general contractors, said Daniel.  Daniel previously owned companies in Sacramento and Portland, but traded them in for the friendly, laid back feel in Klamath Falls.  While his “get it done” work ethic meets fast paced, big city expectations, his friendly, relaxed and positive demeanor, appeal to contractors. “I will make it happen, I will not hold up a contractor’s schedule,” said Daniel.

Some of the services Oak Knoll Woodworking provides includes, kitchen cabinet building and installing, bathroom cabinets and custom entertainment centers.

Kitchen cabinets make up the majority of a kitchen remodeling budget. They are a major investment and should be long lasting. With the weight of heavy plate ware and the repeated use, durability is a key factor in purchasing kitchen cabinets. Oak Knoll Woodworking uses a high quality variety of woods such as, oak, maple, cherry and even exotic woods for a homeowner’s custom kitchen cabinets.

Custom bathroom cabinets provide homeowners an opportunity to tailor cabinets to their specific needs. Every bathroom is a different style and size; bathroom cabinets make a big impact on the style of the bathroom. Whether a homeowner is looking for a vanity cabinet, under sink storage or bathroom shelving, Oak Knoll Woodworking can design cabinets for the functionality and space needed in the bathroom.

Custom entertainment centers, give homeowners exactly what they need instead of spending hours searching for shelving that will fit all their media components. With the variety of electronics on the market today, it can be difficult to find an entertainment center to satisfy a homeowner’s specific needs. Oak Knoll Woodworking can build a unit to fit into a homeowner’s space. They are not limited to entertainment centers, “I have made furniture, chairs, even church pews, we are not limited,” said Daniel.

Oak Knoll Woodworking offers a 1 year warranty on their products. “It is rare that I ever have to go back but for repairs, but I want my customers to have a good feeling when they think about working with me, I don’t want to jeopardize a relationship,” said Daniel.

Check out their new site at www.okwoodworking.com.

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“They’ve really gained a lot of momentum,” says Normandy Remodeling Designer Leslie Lawrence, “I’m especially seeing an increase of apron front sinks in white kitchens.” People are using apron front sinks because they make more of a design statement; they’re not something you’ll see in every kitchen. “The sinks have also been able to make the transition to contemporary style kitchen, in addition to the traditional style they’re typically used in,” commented Lawrence, “Kohler has introduced a line of apron front sinks in a variety of bold colors, some that aren’t as tall as traditional apron front sinks and that follow a linear principle – a sort of hybrid to the traditional apron front sink.”

Apron front sinks come in four different materials, cast iron, fire clay, stainless and vitreous china. According to Lawrence, none of the materials are any better or worse than another, but homeowners instead come to a decision based on personal preference. “I’ve typically found that cast iron and fire clay tend to be more reasonably priced than stainless,” says Lawrence, “Cast iron will give more of a simple look, whereas fire clay sinks are hand made and no two look alike.”

A couple more elements to consider when looking at apron front sinks are whether the homeowner prefers a single bowl or double bowl. Both are useful, it just depends on the homeowner’s kitchen needs. Also, it’s common to have to order a special sink base to accommodate the front, an important aspect to keep in mind when budgeting your project.

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A Steel Solution is fired up about launching their new website www.steelnc.com, so customers can view their welding services available.

Wrought iron gates offer style and decorative features while securing the property perimeter. The variety of details can give it a modern or traditional look. Wrought iron fencing provides security without an obstructed view, making them popular choices for residential yards, pool areas, hotels, public walkways, boardwalks, parks, schools, perimeter fencing, gated property and driveways, anywhere a boundary needs established without ruining the view. Fences and gates are not the only use for wrought iron, but mailboxes, stairs and hand railings, find increased longevity when made with steel. “Customers like the design flexibility and durability of wrought iron. Galvanizing will prevent rusting but some customers think the rust adds charm,” said Rick.

Security can be greatly enhanced in commercial facilities with the use of steel. Installing bollards and window security bars protects businesses from theft and the threat of a vehicle careening through the front window. “A Steel Solution also installs light structural steel framing, welding of commercial pipes and pipe rails, and dock bumpers, which prevents forklift damage to vital equipment,” said Rick. They also do site installation of steel fabricated parts with experience in working at commercial plants, like the Coca-Cola factory.

A Steel Solution’s mobile welding services allow for the onsite repairs and modifications for a customer’s steel repair needs. “Portable welding services help alleviate valuable down time for a business,” said Rick. Steel staircases have a long life span but after 20 years steel staircases could show signs of deterioration, most commonly corrosion. Quickly repairing a steel staircase will solve a dangerous safety and liability problem. Vehicles, weather and time, are the enemies of steel but metal damage does not always mean permanent defeat. “We try to reuse and replace materials during repairs so we don’t have to waste money,” said Rick. A Steel solution is ready to repair damaged wrought iron, handrails, staircases and heavy commercial equipment.

For more information about this company please call (704) 650-7681, or visit their website at www.steelnc.com or check out their profile on BuildZoom.com.

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Our society has become more and more dependent on electricity; this becomes all too obvious when a circuit goes out. That’s when homeowners become very appreciative of the technical skills and training of an experienced electrician. Eric Bock Electrical is launching a new company website, http://www.electricianreadingpa.com, so customers can utilize his services, especially in the case of an emergency. “No job is too big or too small. We are honest, safe and prepared for residential or commercial electrical emergencies 24/7,” said Eric Bock, owner of Eric Bock Electrical.

Electrical service upgrades are essential if a homeowner decides to install a central AC unit or remodel their kitchen. They must make sure the home can handle the new electrical load. This can be a real problem, especially in older homes. More electrical use can overload the service and trip the main breaker. “Most homeowners are upgrading to 200 amps to prevent an overload, but 100 amps might be fine if a homeowner has a smaller home,” said Eric. An electrical service upgrade includes; a new circuit breaker box, new circuit breakers, a new main cable on the exterior of the home, a new meter socket, ground rods wired into the main panel, (required by code),and a new water pipe ground from the water main to the panel (required by code).

An electrical motor converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. It is used in machine tools, power tools, spa motors, pool pumps, fan motors and household appliances. Eric Bock Electrical provides electrical motor service for alternators, generators and starters. They troubleshoot drives and controls, rewind AC and DC electrical motors, and can repair and clean electric generators.

Operation and maintenance of a municipal and/or residential sewage lift station is a dirty job, but someone has to do it. Without the proper maintenance of these lift stations, several problems can occur. “If the system is not maintained or lacks an adequate number of pumps and backup power, the entire community can be without wastewater services or experience sewage back up into their homes,” said Eric. Ensuring these stations are reliable is important for everyone in the community. Eric has experience and knowledge of Flygt, Hydromatic and Gould pumps.

For more information about this company please call (610) 326-4892 or check out their website at http://www.electricianreadingpa.com or see their profile on Buildzoom.com.

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A landscape specialist with 37 years of experience, Custom Landscape used their extensive knowledge and expertise to enhance the beauty of the home through a skillful blending of hardscape, plants, and lighting to make their clients the envy of the entire neighborhood.

As the saying goes, never underestimate the importance of making a first impression. The homeowners wanted to create a dramatic entrance to their home with color. “We chose stamped concrete in green slate with a curved radius design and added lighting for each individual step,” Jeff Ferrasci, owner of Custom Landscape explains. “The large landing became a focal point in the front yard and was a tremendous upgrade over what the developer had in place. The entrance made a memorable first impression.”
Tall Crepe Myrtle trees were planted on both sides of the walkway to balance the monolithic height of the house and a dry creek bed with Weeping Cherry trees in front of the lawn set this landscape apart. Complimentary colorful landscape plantings were planted and an extensive lighting system was added for a dramatic effect at night.

The rear yard proved to be challenging since it was long and narrow and lacked patio space. Realizing every inch of the yard must be used wisely, Custom Landscape created the illusion of more space. “We extended an olive paver patio to a lower landing by the back door and added a curved walkway leading to the master bedroom,” Jeff says. “Much care was taken to cut the pavers so they fit together tightly and we maintained the circles and curves to an exact standard. Every paver was sealed with lacquer which brought out the deep color. On the upper patio, a seat wall with stone cap provided much needed built-in seating. Extensive lighting for the patio and the wall makes for easy navigation at night.”

Tiered plantings, including Solanum vines trained as small trees and colorful Elegans roses and green and grey Santolina, were planted to soften the hardscape features. European Fan Palm trees were selected for their relatively low height and Loquat trees added a Mediterranean look. Colored plants and ferns were added throughout the back yard and behind the patio. Custom Landscape also built two redwood bowers at either end of the back yard as an entry and exit point with trumpet vines planted at the base to cover the structures with beautiful flowers summer through fall. A short redwood Japanese style fence was built around the air conditioner units with jasmine vines in front on separate trellises to control growth for air circulation. Three lighting systems, including up-lighting, walkway lighting, and pole lighting were employed for a theatrical effect.

“Even though this yard has many plants, pruning and overgrowth is not a concern since dwarf plants were used where space is tight and the trees and plantings in the background can grow a bit taller for the desired tiered effect,” Jeff says. Careful landscaping design ensures that the homeowners will have color in their yard throughout the year and many evergreen plants were utilized so the landscape will keep its charm throughout the winter months. Although the instant full landscape looks beautiful now, with Custom Landscape’s design skills, it will only get better with time.

If all that weren’t enough, Custom Landscape’s services were not limited to the outdoors. The final touch was on the inside with an 18’ x 22’ enchanting atrium located in the center of the home to add a sense of space and light. Flagstone style pavers were outlined with rectangular pavers around the edges with a six foot circle in the middle. Floor lights illuminate the area creating a perfect, relaxing retreat after a hectic day.

Many parts of a landscape project fit together to make them enticing and the right combination can change the look of a home considerably. The homeowners couldn’t be happier with the outcome and plan to bring in artwork from their native country India for a final touch. “All in all, it was a very successful, innovative, beautiful, and enduring project,” Jeff says.

For more information about this company that has designed and built over 100 landscape projects in the most prestigious addresses in the Bay Area, please visit their website www.jeffferrascicustomlandscape.com or check their profile on BuildZoom.

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“Establishing a set of motivating values, keeps the company focused on providing high quality service to our customers, “said Ruben Ornelas, owner of Beyond Construction & Remodeling. Additional values the company adheres to include; respect, thoughtfulness, responsibility and fairness. These values along with photos, references and services can be seen on their new website – http://www.wenatcheeremodelingcontractor.com.

Some of the services featured include:

Light industrial work, which includes construction management and general contractor services.  They can accommodate a structured working environment, with well laid out circulation space for safety and increased productivity. “We provide quick, accurate preliminary proposals and competitive costing, resulting in substantial savings of time and expense. Our core principles are putting the financial interest of the client above all else. We understand the production continues uninterrupted,” explains Ruben.

Residential services are treated uniquely, with the client’s desires and needs in mind. New construction, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, home improvement, renovation, room additions, basement finishing, painting, concrete work are among the services offered to homeowners. “We like to educate the customer on the process as well as work with them on the smartest and most efficient ways to build, remodel or renovate their home,” said Ruben.

Beyond Construction and Remodeling’s commercial services offer design build out, office remodeling, additions and commercial renovation services. They work closely with architects, engineers and design firms to make sure  the client’s project will be completed to their desired specification while achieving a cost effective and efficient product.

“We offer complete design build services, where we retain the designer or architect and assume responsibility for both the design and construction, this results in the ability to control project cost, quality and scheduling and allows for a single point of contact,” said Ruben

“We are a family business, my uncle trained me and between the two of us we have over 40 years of combined industry knowledge and experience,” said Ruben. “We do not price gouge but offer, fair and competitive prices and can usually beat out our competitors by 10%.

For more information, please visit their original site, www.beyondconstruction.org or their new site, www.wenatcheeremodelingcontractor.com.

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“Plumbing problems are not only annoying for homeowners, they can be the source of a real waste of money,” said Steve Angiolillo, owner of Steve’s Home Improvement. The new company website will feature Steve’s plumbing services; repair of leaky pipes and faucets, toilets, clogged drains, hot water heaters, tubs, showers, dishwashers, sinks and septic tanks.

No one wants to be standing in a foot of water while taking a shower or have the toilet flush only to dump water all over the floor. At some time, most plumbing systems develop a clogged drain.  Most clogged drains are quite easy for homeowners to fix themselves, but store bought liquid cleaners do not always provide a solution. If a drain is still clogged after a few attempts of clearing it, the job should be turned over to a professional. “Exerting too much pressure can permanently damage a pipe or faucet,” said Steve.

“Water maybe pooling on the wall or floor, shower heads and faucets might be putting out a loud dripping sound but that is not always the only source of a leak.  The leak may require a plumber with experience in leak detection to help find the source of the problem,” said Steve. Leaking pipes are important to repair. Water pipes wear out and can affect your plumbing system, causing mold and mildew growth to affect the air quality in the home. Mineral build up can restrict water supply and old pipes wear out and develop cracks for water to seep out.

Brown colored water, bad smelling water, high pitched sounds coming from the water heater or water at the base of the water heater are signs that a homeowner is due for water heater repair. “A water heater should be replaced every 15 years, but make sure you have an inspection before replacing your current one,” said Steve. Steve’s home improvement can install any type of water heater from electric to tankless.

For more information about this company, check out their new Website at www.topfloridaplumbing.com.

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