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A Florida-based home improvement company has started a national campaign that promises to help anyone beautify their kitchen in 7-10 days. This is especially important during the fast moving, real estate market rebound.

Miami, FL (PRWEB) February 26, 2013

Everyone deserves to have a nice kitchen, but often times it takes weeks or months for most people to get their kitchen looking like they really want it to look, said a spokesman for KitchenOnCleanrance.com, a leading Ready-To-Assemble cabinet and home improvement company, which ships everywhere within the United States, the Caribbean Islands and Canada. Well get your new kitchen in 7-10 business days.

The offering of KitchenOnCleanrance.com, which is an accredited Better Business Bureau business, could prove to have perfect timing.

According to a Remodelers 360 study, a study conducted every other year since 2008, minor kitchen remodels return 78 percent of their cost when the home is sold, major remodels return 73 percent and upscale projects return 63 percent.

In addition, the 70-page report, which delivers insights to how U.S. consumers are using their kitchens, their design preferences, plans for remodeling, and their remodeling experiences, said about 30 percent of homeowners who spent more than $2,500 on kitchen remodeling enlisted the help of a designer.

When it comes to designs, we have one of the most diverse kitchen design options anywhere in the world, so we can defiantly help anyone with whatever they envision, the company spokesman stressed, before adding, We sell high quality, solid wood discounted kitchen cabinets online and are able to do this because of our large distribution.

As for those who are in need or want to renovate their kitchen, but are on a tight budget, the company spokesman noted that a variety of options are available.

One of the best ways to reduce the overall cost of your kitchen renovation is by choosing ready to assemble cabinets and doing some of the work yourself, the spokesman pointed out. This will ensure that you have plenty of money left in your budget for any other parts of your kitchen that need updating. If you dont want to do that, we also offer six months of financing interest free.

As to why anyone should let KitchenOnClearance.com provide them with a new kitchen in 7-10 days, the company spokesman said, We have been selling affordable kitchen cabinets online for over 7 years, so if you are looking for kitchen cabinets on sale, ready to assemble kitchen cabinets, RTA kitchen cabinets, and even wholesale kitchen cabinets, then were the perfect place.

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Whitetail Construction and Services website describes their services which include remodels, additions, siding, windows and doors, painting, flooring, and much more.

Erie, PA (PRWEB) February 26, 2013

With the average home in Erie being 33 years old and more homeowners deciding to stay in their current homes due to the economy, remodeling projects have continued at a steady pace. Whitetail Construction and Services is excited to launch their new website http://www.eriegeneralcontractor.com/ to reach more homeowners looking to renovate, expand, or update their homes. To celebrate, they are offering $500 off any complete kitchen or bath remodel.

The website describes this family-owned business that combines good old-fashioned family values, exceptional customer service, and an exemplary work ethic with modern construction techniques. We like to do the job right the first time, says owner Chris Jones. We have an old-fashioned pride of workmanship. You wont hear any swearing and we treat our customers like family.

Kitchen remodels remain popular in Erie as homeowners incorporate new trends in 2013 that include simplicity, uncluttered looks, natural materials, and energy efficiency. In addition to improved aesthetics and functionality, kitchen remodels also hold reasonable resale value. Whitetail Construction can help change a kitchen from an obstacle course to an organized work place with warmth, style, comfort, and efficiency.

Bathroom remodeling can be an overwhelming process for homeowners. With everything from demolition and plumbing to choosing faucets and tile patterns, its easy to get lost in the project. Fortunately, Whitetail Construction has the expertise to help homeowners transform an ordinary bathroom into a relaxing retreat while improving its style and function.

When a house is undersized or lacks vital amenities, such as a master suite, family room, or spacious kitchen, many homeowners decide to boost their homes value and extend its square footage with a room addition. Whitetail Construction can help maximize a homeowners investment by helping clients choose the perfect materials and details to enhance a homes value and character.

In addition to the services listed above, this company also provides new construction, commercial remodeling, siding, gutters, windows and doors, painting, flooring, construction management, landscaping, and much more. To learn more about this company with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, please visit their new website http://www.eriegeneralcontractor.com/.

About Whitetail Construction and Services, Inc.

Whitetail Constructions attention to detail, focus on customer service, and good old fashioned family values has quickly earned them a reputation as one of the top remodeling companies in the Erie Pennsylvania area. With an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, this company prides themselves on their unmatched workmanship and doing the job right the first time. Their wide range of services includes residential and commercial remodeling, kitchen and bath remodels, additions, new construction, siding, gutters, windows and doors, painting, flooring, construction management, landscaping, and more. Whitetail Construction serves Erie and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Jamestown, New York and the surrounding areas.

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Blog posts provide practical home improvement information for homeowners without the usual heavy-handed sales pitch.

Macedonia, OH (PRWEB) February 25, 2013

Our goal is to make our blog truly informative to our customers and to anyone who visits our website, said Melissa Skinner, Director of Marketing for Great Day Improvements, LLC. Skinner oversees marketing for the companys primary brands Patio Enclosures, Softwall Finishing Systems and Stanek Windows. Of course, we want potential customers to see our products and services, but the point of these posts is to provide useful information in a way that is easy to understand.

The website also includes informational DIY videos. The first is called How to Insulate your Garage Door and features Skinner herself providing a thorough demonstration on how to accomplish this home improvement task.

The first six blog posts that launched with the new website are geared towards lawn maintenance, hardscaping, energy efficiency, DIY considerations and home security:

When to Aerate Your Lawn: This blog post demystifies the confusion about when to aerate your lawn by separating cool from warm weather grasses. The post also includes handy tips for proper aeration.

When to Plant Grass Seed in Your State: This in-depth blog post is chock full of information to help homeowners avoid the most common mistakes and setbacks when planting grass seed. It discusses the differences between grass varieties and what is required to successfully grow grass in each climate zone. Theres also a helpful zonal map and tips on proper watering, weather considerations, how to prepare the soil and germination times.

Asphalt vs. Concrete Driveways: This post should be required reading for anyone installing a paved driveway for the first time. It breaks down the differences as well as the pros and cons between choosing an asphalt or concrete driveway. It raises important considerations such as regional climate, maintenance, and the cost of each option. It reminds homeowners to check local regulations before contracting the job. A user-friendly chart that lets you see the differences between asphalt and concrete in regards to cost, durability, weathering, longevity, maintenance, etc. is also included.

Benefits of Low E & Argon Gas in Windows: This post discusses the environmental and cost benefits of opting for Low E and Argon gas multi-pane windows over single pane. It discusses how these windows reduce the passage of cool or warm air, thereby making your home more energy efficient and less costly with regards to utility bills. It also explains how the concept of solar gain affects a windows performance.

DIY Home Renovation Realities: Why it could Pay to Hire a Professional: A realistic, yet comical look at the potential pitfalls awaiting an unprepared DIY enthusiast, this charming post serves up practical advice on how to determine whether a homeowner should attempt a renovation or call in the pros. It drives home the point that its often cheaper (and safer) to hire a pro from the start, especially since many homeowners underestimate how much time will be needed to complete a job and have no idea how to handle unexpected repairs or upgrades that may be required as the job progresses.

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Mark Clement, contractor and co-host of the national home improvement radio show MyFixitUpLife, identifies a variety of newly-developed tips for homeowners looking at 2013 Springtime home improvement projects. From his recent contracting experiences, Clement offers new insights on knowing when its time to replace key products on the home including the roof, windows, entry doors and trim.

Ambler, PA (PRWEB) February 25, 2013

The first thing any homeowner needs to understand is that every element of your homes exterior, from the top of the roof down to the front entry door, will eventually need to be replaced, says Clement, a professional contractor in Pennsylvania. The key is to know when the time is right to invest in new products for your home. This means an ongoing evaluation of your homes current products, researching new product options and contacting professionals for support.

Clement points out that replacing older products with newer, more energy efficient and longer-lasting products is a sound investment for homeowners. We have a 100-year-old home and just replaced the original decaying wood door with a Therma-Tru fiberglass door and trimmed it out with long-lasting PVC millwork from Fypon, says Clement. We also replaced older windows with ENERGY STAR qualified vinyl windows from Simonton Windows and added a new polymer slate roof from DaVinci Roofscapes. These are all man-made products that add more life to our house. Plus, were saving more on our daily energy bills because of the incredible features of these products.

Another important aspect to consider when it does become time to replace key products on the homes exterior is to look at upgrading and taking advantage of newer, more aesthetically pleasing products that are on the market. Thats what we did with the high-performance, low-maintenance products we selected. Our product choices not only make our home more livable right now, but also more add value to the home and make it more sellable when it comes time for us to put the house on the market.

Tips for Evaluating Your Roof

1.Using either a ladder or binoculars from across the street, look for problem areas, such as missing or broken shingles, along with roofing tiles that may be flapping in the wind. These are all indications that a new roof may be in your future.

2.Check the sides of your roof. The southern exposure weathers significantly faster than the other sides of the roof, so make sure to carefully examine this area. Also, shallower pitches weather faster than steeper pitches. So again, if your roof has a shallow pitch --- like a shed dormer --- make certain you can clearly see it to get a true indication of the condition of your roof.

3.If you have a real cedar roof, consider your geographic location. Many West Coast homeowners are proactively replacing these wooden roofs with fire- and impact-resistant polymer shake roofs. Along with helping protect the home from potential wildfires, these roofs oftentimes come with a homeowner insurance discount.

Tips for Assessing Your Windows

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Highlights from the Batavia City School District (BCSD) Board of Education meeting on Feb. 26 include news and updates about the following:

Preliminary Budget Update

Superintendent of Schools Christopher Dailey and Business Administrator Scott Rozanski have met with the Budget Ambassadors and are reviewing the ambassadors budget surveys. Those suggestions and comments will be brought into consideration as work on the Proposed Budget for the 2013-2014 school year continues.

Before the process began, the board of education had directed Dailey and Rozanski to contain any budget increases to no more than a 2 percent. Preliminary figures presented by Dailey indicate that a rollover budget -- one that maintains but does not add any new expenditures - would result in a 4.26-percent increase to the budget and a consequent 6.11-percent increase in the tax levy.

Furthermore, the superintendent noted that the calculation for our districts Property Tax Cap Levy* equals a limit to a 5.51-percent increase (*As has been widely reported, the Property Tax Cap Levy, popularly called the 2-percent tax cap, is actually calculated by using the states eight-step formula, then adding items that the state has identified as exempt from the restriction. If a districts proposed budget falls at or below this calculated limit, passage of its budget requires 50 percent voter approval. If a proposal exceeds the calculated limit, passage requires 60 percent voter approval. )

In order to get to a flat 2 percent tax levy increase, nearly $750,000 needs to be reduced from the preliminary budget, or, to close the gap between the 2 percent goal and the allowable threshold, nearly $638,000 needs to be cut.

Dailey and Rozanski will continue to process the ambassadors comments as well as all the updated figures for such things as retirements and state aid and will report to the board as progress is made toward the final budget proposal.

Legislative Updates & Promoting Local Involvement

Superintendent Dailey reported that the Genesee Valley School Boards Association Advocacy Forum and Legislative Breakfast was well attended by regional school officials and students, including several from our district.

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KEARNEY Despite introducing a bill to close the Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Centers in Kearney and Geneva, state Sen. Brad Ashford now says the Kearney facility could remain open if it meets youths needs.

If it can be changed, then sure, we have a facility there. As long as it can be remodeled so that it can meet the needs of the kids, then certainly Kearney can remain open, Ashford said. But its going to be a lot different facility, and the capacity is going to be significantly less and if we do keep it open. Its not up to me anyway. Its up to the Legislature.

Were not going to keep a facility open in a system that is broken, he added.

Monday, Ashford said if YRTC does remain open, it could serve 75 to 80 boys who have committed more-serious crimes.

But his comments are in contrast with earlier this year when Ashford, chair of the Legislatures Judiciary Committee, introduced LB561, which would close the boys YRTC facility in Kearney and the girls facility in Geneva by Jan. 1, 2015. Monday, Ashford said he doesnt want to close the Kearney facility if it isnt necessary. Instead hes looking at a series of options that include downsizing.

Its not me wanting to close Kearney. Thats not the point. The point is that the facility is too old, that the dormitory style isnt conducive to treatment of those kids and were mixing populations, he said. Its a facility that has had changes in the administration, and it hasnt had consistent treatment planning over the years, and that has to change.

But state Sen. Galen Hadley of Kearney has serious concerns about the bill. He doesnt think the YRTCs problems warrant closing the facilities, and he still supports moving them under the jurisdiction of the state Department of Corrections. Hadley wants to hear some of the plans Ashford has in mind so they can be evaluated.

I just keep hearing many different plans, and no one has really convinced me yet that closing YRTC is going to help these young men. I dont think it should be closed.

The bill will be debated at a March 7 Judiciary Committee hearing. The hearing is open to the public.

In the meantime two of the three living units on the YRTC campus Bryant/Creighton and Lincoln/Washington have been receiving HVAC upgrades, said Carlos Castillo director of state Administrative Services. The projects include equipment replacements and upgrades for the heating and cooling systems in the facilities at a price tag of $2.5 million.

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