CMS Builders and Restoration Explains Why Properly Removing Asbestos is Important.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) February 23, 2012

Tina Shiachi, President of CMS Builders and Restoration, has been working in the construction industry for over 12 years and earned a reputation as one of the top general contractors in Los Angeles County. Her business offers new construction of custom homes, additions, remodeling, 3-D designing, and supports going green with a full range of solar and wind power solutions. Tina is also a busy mother of two with another one on the way.

If that weren’t all enough, this powerhouse woman also was recently certified as an Asbestos Abatement Professional.

Reports estimate that some 30 million tons of asbestos were used in homes, industrial sites, schools, and commercial buildings in the United States.

“Many houses constructed before 1978 were built using materials that had asbestos in it,” explains Tina. “Even if the house was built after 1978, there is a danger of being exposed to these fibers. During this time, China was exporting building materials with asbestos which was used for ducting, insulation, and popcorn ceilings. Exposure can happen if any of these materials are damaged or disturbed by demolition or repair activities.”

The fibers are too small to see with the naked eye, yet pose serious health risks to the lungs and organs. That’s why it’s imperative that any asbestos is removed before a home is renovated. Strict requirements are set by the federal, state, and local authorities regarding the proper handling, removal, and discarding of asbestos which makes it essential to hire a qualified asbestos removal professional.

Whether a client needs asbestos removal, construction of a custom home, or an addition, CMS Builders guarantees all their work and will match any competitors’ coupons or offer. They are currently offering a $1,500 discount on all kitchen remodeling projects over $15,000, a $750 discount on all bathroom remodeling projects over $7,500, and a $5,000 discount off all room additions over $50,000.

With an A- rating with the Better Business Bureau, this company prides itself on completing projects on time, on budget, and to their clients’ full satisfaction. To learn more about this CMS Builders and Restoration, please visit their website at http://www.cmsprobuilders.com.

About CMS Builders and Restoration

CMS Builders and Restoration is a full service general contractor that specializes in kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, room additions, general remodeling, custom cabinetry, electrical, plumbing, wrought iron, patio enclosure, and much more. Established in 2010, President Tina Shiachi has been working in the construction industry for over 12 years. CMS Builders and Restoration serve Los Angeles, Ventura, and Orange Counties.

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After a seemingly interminable fight against the effects of a crippling recession, the U.S. economy is finally beginning to show signs of recovery. But even as consumer confidence begins its slow upward climb, many individuals are still behaving cautiously when it comes to major spending. Over the past few years, many homeowners found ways in which to cut corners and save cash; and while some of their efforts, such as DIY home remodeling, have become full-blown trends, experts caution that there are some undertakings for which it is safer, simpler and ultimately more affordable to bite the bullet and hire a licensed and experienced contractor.

Some small-scale, one-room projects are the ideal proving ground for a DIY contractor in the making: and provided there aren’t too many technical details or supplies involved, homeowners can snag impressive savings sprucing up a room or two on their own. However, as noted in a recent article from the Chicago Tribune, there are plenty of factors – from labor coordination and tradesmen relationships to wholesale discounts, subcontractors, ready tools and supplies – that keep professional contractors in business. Simply put, a remodeling job can easily get out of hand without the organizational and industry expertise of a licensed expert. And not only that, some products (such as many carpet and flooring materials) may require professional installation in order to validate the warranty. Ultimately, the best way to avoid the pitfalls of both DIY errors and overpriced, multi-contractor projects is to find a company that provides both products and services under the same roof – and at Carpet Country Flooring, we do just that in order to keep your remodeling experience simple, affordable, organized and efficient.

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(Sentinel photo by Amy Erickson) Lonnie Bohlke, courthouse maintenance employee, is working on renovations in the former driver's license room at the Plymouth County Courthouse. The raised floor and horseshoe-shaped desk are gone to allow more uses of the new multipurpose room.

The former driver's license room in the lower level of the Plymouth County Courthouse is getting a facelift.

Gone is the raised floor -- reminiscent of the days when the board of supervisors met in that room -- along with the horseshoe shaped desk.

New carpeting will soon replace the orange and brown of years past while updated lights and ceiling tiles will add to the look.

"All the work is being done by the courthouse maintenance employee," said Auditor Stacey Feldman, referring to Lonnie Bohlke.

Material costs for the renovation are expected to be about $10,000, which is in this year's courthouse building repairs and updates line item in the county's general fund, Feldman said.

Remodeling the driver's license room is the next step in the project to help solve the county's space needs problem at the courthouse, she said.

Construction of the courthouse annex building, where the county's driver's license department moved to, was also part of that space needs project.

The remodeled multipurpose room will have new countertops, cupboards, a sink, a microwave and a refrigerator, Feldman said.

"Those (appliances) are currently in the courthouse and will be moved into the multipurpose room," she said.

The room will be available for a variety of uses including an employee break room, a conference room and a meeting room for various county departments.

"It can easily hold 50 people," Feldman said. "We already have tables and chairs that can be used in there."

Prior to and since the driver's license department moved out, zoning commission, board of adjustment and human resource meetings and others have been held in that room.

"We've used it but it's just not as convenient because the room had two levels," Feldman said, of the raised floor that covered half the room.

Jessica Trobaugh, the county's wellness co-coordinator, held a similar view noting that removing the raised floor will make the multipurpose room more user friendly.

"It will just be nice to have everybody on one level," she said. "It will be better equipped for more people to be present and actively participate."

Having a refrigerator, microwave and sink in the room will also be nice when it comes to employee lunch meetings, Trobaugh said.

"Sometimes we have everybody bring an ingredient for a salad or we have a potluck," she said. "Now we'll be able to keep everything in one location and not have to bring it in from other rooms."

The multipurpose room can also be used as a conference room, which will be beneficial because the other conference room on the second floor of the courthouse is very small, Feldman said.

"This will be the largest open meeting space available in the courthouse," she said of the new multipurpose room. "It will be open to whoever needs it."

Feldman said the location of the room in the lower level of the courthouse is a good one because it's easily accessible for the public.

"You come in that north door, go right down the ramp and it's right there," she said.

Jim Henrich, chairman of the county board of supervisors, said he, too, thinks renovations in the former driver's license room will make it more versatile.

"I just think it could be used for a lot of different things and I think it will be used," Henrich said.

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I went to a seminar many years ago in which government staffers were going to explain the details of a new federal program.

The meeting was at a hotel where a large open area had been sectioned off with room dividers so several sessions could be held simultaneously in smaller rooms.

In the room I was in, there was a space of about two feet where the room divider fell short of reaching the wall.

The two men in charge of the seminar grabbed it and and tugged at it aggressively until they pulled the room divider all the way to the wall, filling the gap. But in doing so, a gap was created at the other end.

One of the men turned to us and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, you just witnessed government solving a problem."

Everyone laughed - but no one disagreed.

That's why when a government program works, it's worth pointing out.

And it sure looks like the city has a good one going.

Last year, the Mason City Council approved a program in which residents could receive tax abatements for new construction or remodeling an existing structure.

It wouldn't be a government program if it didn't have a lot of details to it, but basically, it works like this:

If a property owner makes improvements that increase the assessed value of residential property by at least 10 percent or 15 percent for commercial property, they get a tax abatement. It's a five-year, 100 percent abatement on residential properties and a 10-year, sliding scale or three-year, 100 percent abatement on commercial properties. There is a $75,000 cap on the abated value of residential property.

The idea was to give a tax break to property owners, provide work for the construction industry and show people thinking about moving here what a progressive community we have.

So far, the city has received 42 applications - four commercial, 13 single-family houses, 11 garages or accessory buildings and 14 residential remodels.

Pam Myhre, director of growth development and planning, said the figures represent an estimated $13.8 million investment and over $4.2 million in residential improvements.

And someday, when the abatement periods are over, more money will flow into the city's tax base.

There don't appear to be any losers in this one, folks.

The room divider is covering the entire wall.

Reach John Skipper at john.skipper@globegazette.com or 421-0537.

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Chuck Badger Construction, Specializing in Kitchen and Bath Remodels, New Construction, and Room Additions, Shares New Trends and Ways to Define Kitchen Space

Inland Empire, CA (PRWEB) February 16, 2012

As America’s economy strengthens, remodeling and home renovation are once again on the rise and kitchens are no exception. According to Kitchen and Bath Business magazine, this year a whopping six million homeowners will remodel their kitchens.

Kitchens have always been the epicenter for cooking, dining, spending family time, and entertaining family and friends. In addition to sheer enjoyment and function, kitchens also capture high resale cachet and can help sell a home. The importance of a kitchen area makes it one of the most critical remodeling projects a homeowner takes on. So where should a homeowner begin when considering a kitchen remodel?

“Many people start by picking out the style of kitchen they like best, but it’s important that you start by determining how you want to use the space,” says Chuck Badger, who has more than 20 years experience in the construction industry and is owner of Chuck Badger Construction. “Consider how your kitchen fits your lifestyle and how you need it to function. Do you have ample space to work efficiently, do you have enough storage, or do you need a space to pay bills or a computer workstation for your child to do homework? Once you know what you need from your new kitchen you can move forward.”

One new emerging kitchen design trend is to move away from an open floor plan with a combined kitchen, dining, and great room in favor of more defined rooms. Open floor planning is great for entertaining and family gatherings, but the combined space can become too noisy, lose a sense of intimacy, and expose kitchen clutter to guests.

In new mid-market to upscale homes, many homeowners are designing specific areas for a family room and a dining room set around a kitchen. When remodeling, there are a number of ways to define spaces such as using lowered ceilings, soffits, built-ins, and cabinetry.

“Remember the design process takes time,” says Chuck, who enjoys staying up-to-date on all the latest trends. “Hire a general contractor who is a careful listener and provide as much upfront information as you can on your ideas and expectations.”

Chuck Badger Construction has been building new homes from the ground up, remodeling, and providing room additions for 20 years. Experienced and skilled, Chuck Badger is able to perform 90 percent of the work himself instead of relying on subcontractors, allowing better overall control of the project and improving lines of communication.

For more information about this company that offers personalized service, please call (951)-306-4295 or check them out on the Web.

About Chuck Badger Construction

Since 1992, Chuck Badger Construction has been providing new construction, remodels, room additions, and home repair and built his excellent reputation by word-of-mouth referrals and repeat customers. His attention to each individual client and timely and superior quality craftsmanship has earned him an impeccable reputation in the Coachella Valley. Chuck Badger Construction serves the Southern California desert community including Palm Springs, Indio, Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City, Palm Desert, and La Quinta.

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Osage Beach hasn't adopted a public indoor smoking ban, but some of the city's restauranteurs are instituting their own smoke free policy. The owners of the City Grill and Blue Room became the latest to declare their restaurant smoke free and will adopt the self-imposed ban once a remodeling project is finished this spring.

"It's going to happen regardless. There's going to be a statewide ban at some point," City Grill co-owner Joey Homm said.

Major cities like Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield and Jefferson City have adopted bans of smoking in restaurants. In Osage Beach, the Board of Aldermen debated a public smoking ban in the summer of 2011, but has not taken any action on the proposal since August.

The Homm family has owned restaurants at Lake of the Ozarks since it opened Jo Jo's in 1952. The family opened City Grill in 2003. After experimenting with non-smoking nights in the Blue Room nightclub on Wednesday nights, the family voted to go smoke free this spring.

"It was a family decision. We all agreed that we are in favor of going non-smoking. Not only for personal health reasons, but because so many customers come through the front door and the sense and the smell of the smoke drives them away from our place," Homm said.

In an effort to balance business decisions and keeping customers happy, contractors will build an outdoor smoking patio on to the restaurant. The patio will have 20-25 seats, propane heaters and outdoor televisions.
"We're not turning our backs on our smoking clientele, because we know that they're out there. We want to be proactive in trying to keep them with us," Homm said.

City Grill joins Osage Beach restaurants such as J. Bruner's, Half Sauced BBQ, the Cozy Cafe and Hideout Bar and Grill in going smoke free.

Debate over an all out smoking ban in Osage Beach died away in August because aldermen grappled with the question of whether or not banning smoking in restaurants infringed on the rights of the individual business owner.

“It’s a business owner’s decision, period,” Alderman Steve Kahrs said in August. “I feel that the government sticking its long arms into private business takes away liberties.”

The Osage Beach Board of Aldermen could pursue other smoking regulations such as creating a ballot issue that would allow voters to decide on a ban, regulating ventilation and enclosures in restaurant smoking sections, or impose a smoking ban on non-bar businesses.

In a community survey taken in 2011, 68 percent of the 1,509 respondents said hey would support an indoor smoking ban in Osage Beach bars.

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In a competitive market, it's important to stand out from the crows if you want to sell your home quickly. One way to do this is with upgrades and renovations. Unfortunately, even small remodeling projects can get costly -- and you don't want to spend more money than you'd make on the sale.

Fortunately, it's possible to buy paint, home siding, light fixtures, and just about anything else a contractor ever needed at huge discounts by buying used. The stuff is usually good quality, and looks brand new in your house. So, if you're planning on remodeling before you sell, why not save a bit of money?

Habitat ReStore

Habitat for Humanity builds and restores homes for low-income and needy families. The charity builds homes all over the U.S. and ends up with plenty of left-over materials or salvaged pieces from old houses. Habitat for Humanity opened retail stores, the Habitat ReStore, across the nation to sell the extras. The store is a remodeler's dream. You can find everything from door frames to stained glass windows at huge discounts. And if you're upgrading or remodeling a historic home - the ReStore has you covered. You can find all sorts of upgrades - like claw foot tubs and ceiling medallions - that buyer's love to see in older homes.

Your Contractor

If you're working with a contractor, he may have extra supplies on hand or know where to buy them at a discount. Contractors often know of clearance sells and going out of business deals from local material suppliers. Since you're going to be selling the house and not living in it, it probably won't matter to you if the granite counter tops are a different shade than what you ideally would have wanted, and you can save a lot by not being picky.

Home Improvement Stores

Small upgrades - like new bathroom faucets or door knobs - can make a huge difference to potential buyers, and local home improvement stores often sell them on clearance for next to nothing. For examples, stores like Home Depot and Lowe's put over stock items on clearance several times a year.

To save even more - look for gallons of unsold paint. If the paint department mixed the wrong color of paint, or made a mistake in the shade, they'll sell the unsold gallons at a huge discount. If you have a room with stained or faded walls, pick up a gallon or two of this unwanted premixed paint. It may not be the color you'd choose for your own home, but you'll cover up those unsightly walls before the first open house.

Your Neighbor

Garage sales and classified ads are great places to find cheap home building materials. I once bought four doors for a rental property for $15 a piece at a garage sale. Check out the garage sale ads in your area and look for sells that mention building materials, recent home upgrades, or remodeling sales.

If you're going to hunt garage sales and local listings, have an idea in mind of what you want to buy. Consider upgrades that a buyer would care about like updated flooring, fresh exterior paint, or upgraded appliances and then seek out those items. These sellers often sell left over tiles, extra gallons of paint and their old appliances.

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