Lanham, Maryland (PRWEB) August 01, 2013

Thompson Creek Window Company, the mid-Atlantics leading window replacement products company, today announced their partnership with the Washington Redskins football organization as Official Partner of the Washington Redskins. Thompson Creek Window Company values a great product, honorable values and deep community involvement, which creates a natural fit in the Washington, DC marketplace with the Washington Redskins football organization.

George Schaub, Director of Marketing for the Thompson Creek Window Company said, We are pleased to announce our partnership with the Washington Redskins. The Redskins dedication providing a superior product for both fans and business partners, as well as their community involvement, make this relationship a natural fit for Thompson Creek Window Company. The Washington Redskins have deep roots in the community throughout Virginia, Maryland and D.C., much like Thompson Creek Window Company. We are excited to be a Proud Partner of the Washington Redskins.

Since 1980, Thompson Creek Window Company has grown from its beginnings on West Street in Annapolis, MD to become the nations 11th largest home improvement contractor (based upon the latest survey from Qualified Remodeler magazine) while remaining a local, community-based company. Thompson Creek Window Company has established itself as a market leader in Washington, DC Metro area by focusing on customer satisfaction along with manufacturing an exceptional window replacement product for their customers. Thompson Creek Window Company serves Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia.

Questions regarding the Redskins partnership with Thompson Creek Window Company should be directed to Angela Alfano of Redskins Public Relations at alfanoa(at)redskins(dot)com or 703-447-5629; or George Schaub, Director of Marketing for Thompson Creek Window Company at gschaub(at)thompsoncreek(dot)com or (301)306-5290.

About Thompson Creek Window Company

The Thompson Creek Window Company is a privately owned and family-operated manufacturer and installer of energy-efficient home improvement replacement products. Founded in 1980, Thompson Creek Window Company began as a manufacturer of energy-efficient, maintenance-free vinyl windows. Since that time, Thompson Creek Window Company has evolved into one of the leading specialty home improvement contracting companies in the nation. The companys product mix includes replacement windows and doors, vinyl siding and a clog-free gutter system. Thompson Creek Window Company is headquartered in Lanham, MD with an 80,000 square-foot manufacturing facility in Landover, MD

About the Washington Redskins

Headquartered at Redskins Park in Ashburn, Virginia, and owned by Daniel Snyder, the historic Washington Redskins Football Club has won five World Championship titles including the 1937 and 1942 National Football League Championship games, as well as Super Bowls XVII, XXII and XXVI. Founded in 1932 as the Boston Braves in Massachusetts, the team changed its name to the Redskins in 1933 and relocated to Washington, D.C., in 1937. Since then, the team has become one of the most recognizable professional sports franchises in history, featuring three Hall of Fame coaches, 19 members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame (with seven others who also were Redskins) and becoming the first team in the NFL with an official marching band and fight song, "Hail to the Redskins." The Redskins have been owned by Dan Snyder since 1999, and beginning in 1997, began playing their home games at FedEx Field in Landover, Md.

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Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Friday he is deploying flood assistance teams to the Mohawk Valley to accept applications for the $16 million Mohawk Valley and 2013 Upstate Flood Recovery Program. The program is intended to provide immediate recovery assistance to victims of the recent floods and to address gaps in coverage for impacted homeowners, renters, business owners and farmers in Herkimer, Madison, Montgomery and Oneida counties. Under the Mohawk Valley and 2013 Upstate Flood Recovery Program, the state is committing $16 million to ensure hard hit business owners, renters, farmers and homeowners have the financial assistance they need to recover damaged and destroyed homes and property, Cuomo said in a news release. I encourage those affected in the Mohawk Valley to visit one of these four locations to apply for assistance and speak with our states representatives for any questions. Staff from the state Department of Financial Services, Office of Homes and Community Renewal and other agencies will be deployed to four locations in the Mohawk Valley Sunday through Tuesday to provide eligible applicants with application assistance. The four locations include the Robert McLaughlin College Center at Herkimer County Community College, the senior center at 204 Canal St. in the village of Fort Plain, the New Hartford Volunteer Fire Department at 4 Oxford Rd., New Hartford, and the Oneida Recreation Center at 217 Cedar St., Oneida. Hours of operation at each location are noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday. Under the program, homeowners, small business owners, renters and farmers or farm operations in the designated counties may be eligible to receive grants, subject to the documentation of flood-related damage and uninsured losses. Homeowners and renters may be eligible for up to $31,900 in assistance, while small business owners and farmers or farm operations may be eligible for up to $50,000 in assistance. For homeowners, eligible costs include the repair and/or replacement of damage to roofs, windows, doors, siding, flooring, drywall, insulation, foundations, well and septic systems, electric systems, fuel tanks, heating and water systems and appliances, as well as remediation of environmental hazards. For renters, eligible costs may include the repair and replacement of damage to personal property, including replacement of damaged or destroyed clothing for family residing in the rental unit and replacement or repair of damaged or destroyed furniture. Homeowners whose properties were destroyed by these floods may also be eligible for a buyout of their damaged property. For businesses, eligible costs include reimbursement for losses to inventory, equipment, materials, fixtures and furniture, as well as design, construction, rehabilitation or reconstruction of flood damaged structures. For farms, funding is available for emergency funding to help with farm capital repair and replacement needs. For additional information on the flood recovery program and application materials, visit http://www.nyshcr.org/Programs/NYS-Flood. The full application will be posted before Sunday. Affected homeowners, renters, businesses and farms can may also call the state flood helpline at 1-888-769-7243 for information on how to receive assistance under the flood recovery program. The helpline is available from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

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The Herkimer County Emergency Operations Center has issued a recovery update for residents in the impacted area.

The below information is effective Friday through Monday, July 22.

Boil Water

An advisory remains in effect for the Village of Mohawk

Flood help and recovery

State Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Wednesday launched the $16 million program that serves to assist homeowners, small businesses and farms in the area that have been hardest hit by recent heavy rains and flooding.

Relief will be available as follows:

*Homeowners may be eligible for up to $31,900 in assistance. Eligible costs include the repair and/or replacement of damage to roofs, windows, doors, siding, flooring, drywall, insulation, foundations, well and septic systems, electric systems, fuel tanks, heating and water systems, and appliances, as well as remediation of environmental hazards. Homeowners whose properties were destroyed by these floods may also be eligible for a buyout of their damaged property.

*Small business owners may be eligible for up to $50,000 in assistance. Eligible costs include reimbursement for losses to inventory, equipment, materials, fixtures and furniture, as well as design, construction, rehabilitation or reconstruction of flood-damaged structures.

*Farmers or farm operations may be eligible for up to $50,000 in assistance. Eligible costs include emergency funding to help with farm capital repair and replacement needs.

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NEW YORK (MainStreet)Younger homeowners are likely planning renovations this summer, according to a new study, with some improvements benefitting property values more than others.

p>The Zillow Digs Summer Home Improvement Trend and Spending survey found that 71% of those aged 18 to 34 plan a home improvement or addition compared to 51% of homeowners 55 and older.

The survey found that 40% plan to work on their outdoor spaces while 17 percent plan to improve their bathrooms.

"As we head into the long days of summer, we are seeing increased interest in outdoor spaces with very natural elements such as stone fireplaces as well as bringing more light into bathrooms with clear glass on the walls and shower enclosures," said Cynthia Nowak, a trend expert with Zillow Digs.

Overall, 60% of American homeowners plan renovations and expect to spend $1,200 with 65% of homes housing children planning three or more home improvements compared to 57% of homes without children.

But not all home improvements pay off and positively impact property values, according to the Appraisal Institute, a professional association of real estate appraisers.

Siding replacement, entry door replacement, attic bedroom addition, minor kitchen remodel and garage door replacement rank among the projects with the highest expected return on investment, according to Remodeling magazine's most recent Cost vs. Value report.

"Projects that take a home significantly beyond community norms are often not worth the cost when the owner sells the home," said Appraisal Institute President Richard L. Borges. "If they don't match what's standard in a community, they're considered excessive."

Other renovations with high expected pay-offs include basement remodel, deck addition and window replacement.

"Consumers should be aware that cost does not necessarily equal value," Borges said.

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Cochrane town council gave the go-ahead for the Cochrane Society for Housing Options (CSHO) to pull $56,000 from the affordable housing reserve so it can replace the siding on the Homestead Building. CSHO chairman Glen Sine asked council to release the funds so the society could replace its siding on the four-storey building, estimated to cost $144,000. Its a major project CSHO wants to put behind them. While there was $123,576 available in the reserve it wasnt enough to complete the project. By withdrawing $56,000 from the reserve the project can be completed and the society will still have funds available for other capital project. Its not a new ambition, in fact it was part of the CSHOs decision to take care of all deficiencies in the seven-year old building and the siding was the largest single project to tackle. But the society has been unsuccessful in its push for grants, only securing a $16,362 grant from the Alberta Community Facility Enhancement Fund and has raised $3,700 from fundraising efforts. CSHO is also ineligible to apply for capital grants or raffles and casinos through the Alberta Gaming and Lottery Commission due to guideline restrictions. Sine explained to council the current vinyl siding is not doing the job and contractors have told them the product is not ideal for the four-storey building. It will be replaced with James Hardiboard siding to better withstand sun and wind patterns that have damaged the existing siding over time. In addition, the new siding is noncombustible and will provide better fire protection. CSHO appreciates the support council gave to the siding replacement. CSHO is pleased the funds will be used to protect the integrity of the Homestead, a community asset we consider critical in achieving the towns affordable housing strategy, states a news release. The Homestead has 21 rental united, accommodating 43 people with low to moderate incomes at rents at least 10 per cent below market. CSHO says the Homestead fulfills two objectives within the housing strategysupply and affordabilityfor low and modest income families. Sine told town council CSHO is concerned over the short supply and high cost of rental accommodations in the community and said a one-bedroom bachelor apartment currently costs about $1,000 per month. The current rental market in Cochrane and surrounding area shows consistent trends in rents rising over the last three to four years along with vacancy rates continue to decline, CSHO states in a news release. Current vacancy rates are less than two per cent. The current rental market is very short on supply and high on demand. This type of market is hardest on those with low and modest family incomes. The main floor of the Homestead is dedicated to commercial space. The reserve was at $106,895 before Monday nights decision and was built through contributions to the fund equal to annual property taxes since 2006. Its the first time CSHO has had to come to council to access funds from the reserve. noel.edey@sunmedia.ca

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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., July 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Opal Enterprises is offering a Price Match Special on James Hardie siding in Arlington Heights. The siding contractor will beat any James Hardie siding estimate obtained from any of the eight Chicagoland James Hardie Preferred Remodelers. This special offer is available only in Arlington Heights and is good through December 31, 2013.

"As the most experienced James Hardie contractor in the Chicagoland area we are excited to move into the Arlington Heights area to serve the community with high standards and competitive rates! The city of Arlington Heights will be able to experience working with a qualified contractor who wants to provide a Wonderful Remodeling Experience with the premium James Hardie fiber cement siding. We look forward to being able to serve and beautify homes throughout Arlington Heights," said Voytek Opalski, General Manager of Opal Enterprises (www.opalenterprises.net).

Opal Enterprises has a long history as siding contractors in Arlington Heights, with several completed homes in the area. The Arlington Heights siding offer is just one example of the company's competitive pricing. Opal Enterprises has 126 Guild Quality reviews with their closest competitor having only 40 reviews with the validating source. The award-winning company was recognized with the 2013 Service Excellence Award presented by James Hardie and Guild Quality!

To learn more about the Arlington Heights Price Match Special on James Hardie siding contact Opal Enterprises at (630) 355-6557.

About Opal Enterprises: Opal Enterprises (http://www.opalenterprises.net/) is a family-owned remodeling company that is operated in partnership with their employees. They have been installing windows, siding, and roofs throughout the western suburbs of Chicago for over 10 years. Their niche is specific to better serve homeowners in need of roofing, windows, doors, gutters and house replacement and improvement. They strive to provide their customers with a pleasant experience while bringing energy efficient beauty to the homes.

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DES PLAINES, IL--(Marketwired - Jul 9, 2013) - Newly elected Mayor of Des Plaines, Matt Bogusz visited Feldco Windows, Siding and Doors.The Mayor met with Feldco President and Owner, Doug Cook to discuss the community and commerce of Des Plaines. Cook gave him a tour of their facilities located at 125 E Oakton Avenue where they employ over 100 people.

"Feldco has established a home here in Des Plaines and it was an honor to be able to show Matt around our operations.As a business owner, I am excited for the direction the Mayor sees for the city," stated Doug Cook after his visit with the Mayor.

In 2010 Feldco was awarded the Des Plaines Chamber of Commerce Community Enhancement Award for bringing business and employment opportunities to Des Plaines. The Mayor's recent visit marks a continued partnership between Feldco Windows, Siding and Doors and the community in which they are a part.

In continued support of the community they serve, Feldco supports various Des Plaines youth sporting leagues as well as continually partnering with local charities through donations of services and product.

ABOUT FELDCO Feldco is the Midwest's leading window, siding and door replacement specialist. Founded in 1976, the company is focused on delighting customers by making home improvement projects simple. With premium products, factory-direct pricing and certified installers, Feldco provides an excellent overall value and experience for nearly 250,000 customers. The company offers free in-home demonstrations and lifetime product warranties. Feldco serves all of Central and Northern Illinois, Northwest Indiana, as well as Southern and Northeast Wisconsin. Feldco has showrooms in Chicago, Des Plaines, Rockford, and Peoria, Illinois, and Madison, Milwaukee, and Menasha, Wisconsin. Please visit Feldco's website (www.4feldco.com) or contact the company's appointment center (866-4FELDCO or 708-437-4000) to learn more about Feldco's products and services.

Feldco was named the 2007 and 2009 Dealer of the Year by Window and Door Magazine, and was also named one of the Best Places to Workin Chicagoland by Crain's Chicago Business, and a Top 100 Workplace in 2010 and 2011 by the Chicago Tribune.

For more information on this press release, please contact Patti Freko, Feldco's Director of Communications (708-437-4005) or email marketing@4feldco.com.

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(CNN) -- Amtrak Train 91 was way behind schedule. More than 13 hours behind schedule, thanks to a nearly half-day stranding just 2 miles from a train station.

The Miami-bound Silver Star train had departed New York City on Sunday at 11:02 a.m. with 261 passengers aboard, and it was supposed to arrive just after 5 p.m. in the Richmond, Virginia, area. Instead it arrived there on Monday around 6:45 a.m., according to Amtrak's website.

"The dining car developed axle problems that disabled the train 2 miles north of the Staples Mill Road Station in Richmond around 5:30 p.m. Sunday," said Amtrak spokeswoman Kimberly Woods, via e-mail. "The dining car couldn't be moved or cut out at the scene, because of the axle problems."

"The train was between stops so safely removing the passengers or arranging alternate transportation was too problematic," Woods said.

"The train began a very slow move (at 3:45 a.m.) to a siding in Richmond and arrived to the station just after 6:30 a.m. and a replacement car was added," she said. "The train resumed its trip around 7:12 a.m." (A siding is a section of track off the main line.)

During the delay, passengers were free to move around inside the train, and they had access to food and water, bathrooms, and heating and air conditioning, she said.

Passenger Kevin Smith was frustrated at how long it took Amtrak to solve the problem.

"If you are a corporation that alienates its customer base, you ain't going to have customers," Smith told CNN affiliate WTVR. "I think Amtrak could have solved this a lot sooner."

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