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    Photo Release — Window World Reunites Wounded Soldier With Family - March 15, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder

    NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C., March 14, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Window World, Inc.(R), America's largest replacement window and home remodeling company, sponsored a mission through the Veterans Airlift Command (VAC) to bring injured Army SSG Oliver Hughes and his family from San Antonio, Texas to Asheville, North Carolina. Hughes has been recovering at the Center for the Intrepid on Fort Sam Houston after he was injured in Afghanistan. He arrived on Saturday, March 9 with his wife and three children. They will be traveling to Hendersonville, North Carolina to visit their extended family and participate in a veteran's rehabilitation fishing tournament hosted by Heroes on the Water. The family will return to San Antonio on March 17 via VAC.

    A photo accompanying this release is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=17605

    Hughes, 37, was injured on April 11, 2011 when an IED detonated. As a result, he lost his left leg and his right leg was severely injured. Since then he has been in the long and painful process of recovering the use of his right leg.

    Window World's Chief Pilot, Johnny Johnston, flew the recent mission. "As a retired Army and Vietnam veteran, the Veteran's Airlift Command is very near and dear to my heart. Reuniting SSG Hughes and his family in my hometown makes this mission especially rewarding."

    The VAC is a non-profit organization that facilitates free air transportation to wounded veterans and their families for medical and other compassionate purposes through a national network of volunteer aircraft owners and pilots. To date, Window World has supported more than 35 missions for the VAC, logging 158.4 hours of flight time covering more than 71,000 miles.

    To learn more about Window World, please visit http://www.WindowWorld.com. To learn more about the VAC, please visit http://www.veteransairlift.org.

    Window World, Inc.(R):

    Window World, Inc.(R), headquartered in North Wilkesboro, N.C., is America's largest replacement window company with stores and offices in more than 200 cities nationwide. Founded in 1995, the company consistently delivers value to homeowners by combining quality windows, siding and doors with excellent service at low prices. Window World sells and installs more than one million residential replacement windows annually and its products have earned the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval five years in a row. For more information, visit http://www.WindowWorld.com or call 1-800 NEXT WINDOW.

    The Window World logo is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=15425

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    Pence backs merit selection for new juvenile court judge - March 13, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder

    INDIANAPOLIS | Gov. Mike Pence is siding with Judge Mary Beth Bonaventura, his new director of the IndianaDepartment of Child Services, in favoring merit selection to replace her as head ofLake County's Juvenile Court.

    The Republican governor told reporters Wednesday that Bonaventura was chosen through merit selection, has done an outstanding job as juvenile court judge and her successor should be picked the same way.

    "I think Lake County, under Judge Bonaventura, has become a model for the nation with its juvenile court system," Pence said. "I think it's extremely important that the families and communities and kids that are affected by that receive the same level of service and leadership that they've received over the last 30 years."

    Under merit selection, which is intended to remove politics from the courtroom, Pence would appoint the new juvenile court judge from among three candidates recommended by a nine-member panel headed by Supreme Court Justice Robert Rucker, a Gary native.

    Bonaventura last week asked Indiana's high court to prevent Judge Nicholas Schiralli from becoming the new juvenile division leader because he was initially elected judge, not chosen through merit selection, and shouldn't be eligible to transfer to the juvenile court post.

    Pence said he's been monitoring thedisputeand hopes it can be resolved in a way that satisfies all parties, butreiterated he supports merit selection for Bonaventura's replacement.

    "It can officially be the first time that I agree with Judge Bonaventura," Pence said. "So you can put me down as a yes."

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    #8 Southborough vs #9 West Roxbury Part 4 – Video - March 12, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder


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    #8 Southborough vs #9 West Roxbury Part 6 – Video - March 12, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder


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    Harshaville Covered Bridge closing March 18 - March 12, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder

    HARSHAVILLE, Ohio | Plans are moving forward for a $536,000 renovation of the Harshaville Covered Bridge in Adams County.

    According to Adams County Engineer David C. Hook, Harshaville Covered Bridge on Graces Run Road in Oliver Township will be closed to all through traffic for renovations beginning March 18.

    Officials expect the renovations of the covered bridge to be completed by July 15.

    The July timeline for the project is part of the dedication of the Harshaville Covered Bridge section of the John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail, scheduled for late July, officials said.

    The Harshaville Bridge was one of very few bridges not destroyed as Morgans Raiders made their way through the area during the Civil War.

    The renovation is needed to ensure the historic aspect of the covered bridge isn't lost, will maintaining a safe and efficient travel route for the public.

    Renovations include replacement of sections of truss, steel beams, roof and siding, installation of a glue-laminated floor, abutments and piers reconstruction.

    Clearance will be increased to help accommodate larger vehicle traffic, approaches will be improved and will include guardrail installation, and the entire structure will be painted and sealed with fire-retardant, graffiti-resistant material.

    A 1930s era photo is being used to restore the bridge's appearance.

    Funding for the project is being provided by the National Historic Covered Bridge Program, the Transportation Enhancement Program through ODOT and local Motor Vehicle Gas Tax funds.

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    Naperville-Based Opal Enterprises, Inc. Wins Service Excellence Award Presented By James Hardie - March 10, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder

    NAPERVILLE, Ill., March 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Naperville's Opal Enterprises, Inc. can add a new recognition to their list of outstanding service awards. The Naperville windows and doors specialist has been recognized by the James Hardie Company with a Service Excellence Award. The award was sponsored by GuildQuality and presented to Opal Enterprises in January at the James Hardie Contractors Summit in Houston, TX.

    "We were completely surprised by this award. It's rewarding and humbling to receive such an honor and to know it comes as a direct result of the way you treat your customers and the quality of your work. We always strive to provide the best construction experience possible for our customers and this award is proof that we are succeeding in our efforts," explained Voytek Opalski , General Manager and Owner of Opal Enterprises (www.opalenterprises.net).

    The Service Excellence Award is given to James Hardie Contractors "who provide outstanding service and quality in the home" based on a GuildQuality customer satisfaction survey. The survey was offered to a random sample of Opal Enterprise's 2012 customers. Participants were asked to rate the company on their sales presentation, installation, quality of construction and the materials used and finally, on whether or not they'd recommend the company to friends and family.

    Opal Enterprises has been serving clients throughout the Chicagoland area for more than ten years; installing fiber cement siding in Tinley Parkor going so far north as to install James Hardie in Schaumburgand beyond.

    About Opal Enterprises: Opal Enterprises (http://www.opalenterprises.net) is a remodeling company that is family-owned and operated in partnership with some very enriching employees. They have been installing windows, siding, and roofs for over 10 years. Located in Naperville, they proudly serve the western suburbs of Chicago. Their niche is specific to better serve the homeowner 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 their home.

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    Exterior Replacement Projects Provide Biggest Return on Investment for Homeowners, Say REALTORS® - March 10, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder

    Homeowners looking for the most return on their investment when it comes to remodeling should consider exterior replacement projects. According to the 2013 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report, REALTORS rated exterior projects among the most valuable home improvement projects.

    REALTORS know that curb appeal projects offer great bang for your buck, because a homes exterior is the first thing potential buyers see, says National Association of REALTORS President Gary Thomas. Projects such as siding, window and door replacements can recoup more than 70 percent of their cost at resale. REALTORS know what home features are important to buyers in your area and can provide helpful insights when considering remodeling projects.

    Results of the report are summarized on NARs consumer website HouseLogic.com, which provides information on dozens of remodeling projects, from kitchens and baths to siding replacements, including the recouped value of the project based on a national average. According to the Cost vs. Value Report, REALTORS judged a steel entry door replacement as the project expected to return the most money, with an estimated 85.6 percent of costs recouped upon resale. The steel entry door replacement is the least expensive project in the report, costing little more than $1,100 on average. A majority of the top 10 most cost-effective projects nationally in terms of value recouped are exterior replacement projects; all of these are estimated to recoup more than 71 percent of costs.

    Three different siding replacement projects landed in the top 10, including fiber cement siding, expected to return 79.3 percent of costs, vinyl siding, expected to return 72.9 percent of costs, and foam-backed vinyl, expected to return 71.8 percent of costs. Two additional door replacements were also among the top exterior replacement projects. The midrange and upscale garage door replacement were both expected to return more than 75 percent of costs.

    According to the report, two interior remodeling projects in particular can recoup substantial value at resale. A minor kitchen remodel is ranked fifth and is expected to return 75.4 percent of costs. Nationally, the average cost for the project is just under $19,000.

    The second interior remodeling project in the top 10 is the attic bedroom, which landed at number eight and tied with the vinyl siding replacement with 72.9 percent of costs recouped. With an average national cost of just under $48,000, the attic project adds a bedroom and bathroom within a homes existing footprint. The improvement project projected to return the least is the home office remodel, estimated to recoup less than 44 percent.

    The 2013 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report compares construction costs with resale values for 35 midrange and upscale remodeling projects comprising additions, remodels and replacements in 81 markets across the country. Data are grouped in nine U.S. regions, following the divisions established by the U.S. Census Bureau. This is the 15th consecutive year that the report, which is produced by Remodeling magazine publisher Hanley Wood, LLC, was completed in cooperation with NAR.

    REALTORS provided their insights into local markets and buyer home preferences within those markets. The 2013 national average cost-to-value ratio rose to 60.6 percent, ending a six-year decline. The ratio represents nearly a three-point improvement over 2011-2012. Lower construction costs are the principal factor in the upturn, especially when measured against stabilizing house values. In addition, the cost-to-value ratio improved nationally for every project in this years report and is higher than it was two years ago for both remodeling and replacement projects.

    A REALTOR is the best resource for helping homeowners decide what improvement projects will provide the most upon resale in their market, says Thomas. Each neighborhood is different, and the desirability and resale value of a particular remodeling project varies depending on where you live. When making a home remodeling decision, resale value is just one factor that homeowners should take into consideration. Consult a REALTOR to make sure you are making the best decision.

    Most regions followed the national trends; however, the Pacific regionconsisting of Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washingtononce again led the nation with an average cost-value ratio of 71.2 percent, due mainly to strong resale values. The next best performing regions were West South Central, South Atlantic and East South Central. These regions attribute their high ranking to construction costs that were lowest in the country. While still remaining below the national average, most remaining regions showed strong improvement over last year. These are Mountain, New England, East North Central, Middle Atlantic and West North Central.

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    Feldco Windows, Siding and Doors Helps Grant a Special Wish - March 10, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder

    CHICAGO, IL--(Marketwire - Mar 4, 2013) - Feldco Windows, Siding and Doors proudly partnered with the Make-a-Wish Foundation to help grant a very special wish filled with the spirit of generosity.Young Melissa has been battling a medical condition called Chondrosarcoma, a cancer composed of cells derived from cells that produce cartilage.

    While battling the disease and enduring numerous surgeries, Melissa's mother contacted Make-A-Wish to help build Melissa's spirits."When we asked what her Wish would be if she could have any wish she desired, she asked that the children's play room in her church be repaired and remodelled, a very unselfish wish," said Make-a-Wish volunteer Rick Gutierrez.

    "When we were contacted about this wish, and heard Melissa's story and about her selflessness, it was a no-brainer. We absolutely wanted to help," said Ron Gerstung, Feldco's Chief Operating Officer.

    Feldco donated ten windows to the church, La Iglesia Evangelica/Lawndale Mennonite Church in Chicago's Lawndale neighborhood.

    The church planned a special service in conjunction with the reveal of the renovated rooms to Melissa and her family.Melissa had a smile from ear to ear when she saw the room for the first time."Thanks to Feldco, the children of the Lawndale Mennonite church will have a warm room to play in the wintertime," stated Nancy Cortes, another Wish Granting Volunteer.

    New windows were only a part of the wish and renovations.Other local companies also donated time and services, and Feldco was proud to be among the organizations that wanted to help fulfil Melissa's wish.

    Joining the representatives from Make-a-Wish for the reveal and celebration was Feldco spokesman Dave Cook and family."I feel honored and privileged to have met Melissa and play even a small role in helping grant her wish.It's evident how special she and her family are.We were proud to have partnered with such an amazing organization."

    About Feldco Factory Direct, LLC

    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 Peoria, Chicago, Des Plaines, and Rockford, Illinois; Madison, Menasha, and Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

    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 Work in Chicagoland by Crain's Chicago Business, and a Top 100 Workplace in 2010 and 2011 by the Chicago Tribune.

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    DreamHome Remodeling Now Supplies Crane Siding in Northern VA - March 10, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder

    Now that DreamHome is offering Crane Siding in Northern VA, more homeowners are experiencing energy efficient siding, saving them money on utility bills every month.

    Northern VA (PRWEB) March 06, 2013

    With energy costs on the rise that is certainly good news for customers in Northern VA who utilize DreamHome Remodeling for their new siding project. There are different types of Crane Siding in Northern VA that are available immediately including, CraneBoard, Oracle, and Architectural Essentials. They each have their benefits and uniqueness. They also all will beautify any home they are installed on. There is also a wide color palette for each that homeowners can choose from.

    To find out more about the options and availability for the revolutionary Crane siding in Northern VA fill out the online form on DreamHome Remodelings website http://www.dreamhomeremodelers.com.

    DreamHome Remodeling is a home improvement company on the cutting edge of energy efficient projects. We carry the best to reduce your home's energy consumption and to increase curb appeal.

    Contact us for a free estimate on your next home improvement project. We'll show you all your options and help decide which is best for your home. Your home may be screaming for new replacement windows, or maybe it's the attic insulation that needs some TLC.

    Whatever your needs are, our qualified professionals are standing by to help turn your house, into your Dream Home.

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    Single-Family Home – Agawam, MA 01001 Real Estate 56 Emerson – Video - February 28, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder


    Single-Family Home - Agawam, MA 01001 Real Estate 56 Emerson
    Single-Family Home - Agawam, MA 01001 Real Estate 56 Emerson Well cared for 3 Bedroom Ranch with 2 car garage in nice neighborhood on almost 1/2 acre. Some features include lots of hardwood flooring, vinly siding, replacement windows, large walk up attic and 3 season room. Gas is available on this street. All showings deferred until open house Sun March 3rd 1-3. Park Square Realty 413-789-9830 parksquarerealty@gmail.com For more information on this property go here: http://www.parksquarerealtyblog.com

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