Home Builder Developer - Interior Renovation and Design

by Martin Moylan, Minnesota Public Radio

May 7, 2012

ST. PAUL, Minn. Peg Wangensteen and her husband, Doug, had been in their St. Paul home for about 40 years when a number of things inspired them to remodel their upstairs bathroom this spring.

"One was our granddaughter saying to us, 'Grandma why do you have paint peeling off the ceiling of your bathroom,'" she said. "But it was also that the water pressure wasn't as good. It was the room was kind of cool because it had two outside walls."

Workers gutted the bathroom to the studs and installed new insulation, sheetrock and tile. They also replaced aging pipes, along with the bathroom window, sink, toilet and tub.

It was a significant expense but the Wangensteens think they received a good deal, saving about $1,000.

"We thought the bids were going to be better than they might be in a few years from now," she said. "We have a sense that there isn't as much remodeling going on and that people want the work. We were hoping to tap into that."

As more homeowners undertake such projects, the hard-hit construction industry appears to be recovering slowly -- improvement is starting to show up in the remodeling business.

But times are still tough in the building trades. These days there's often intense competition for the remodeling work that is available. That's pushed down the cost of home renovations.

Many remodelers agree with Peg Wangensteen's read of the market.

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Green roofs may only represent a very small part of the total U.S. residential market, but the industry still saw triple-digit growth last year.

The green roof industry grew by 115 percent over the course of 2011, up significantly from 28.5 percent growth recorded in 2010, says Steven W. Peck, president of Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC), an association that promotes the development of green roofs and walls in North America.

The association has a theory for the strong growth over the last year. We are definitely beginning to see results from policy support that has increased over the past few years, says Jeffrey L. Bruce, chair of GRHC. The industry is also benefiting from the more than 500 accredited green roof professionals (GRPs) in the market, who are committed to driving future industry growth.

At the same time the group released it numbers, it announced that Washington, D.C., for the first time jumped to top of the metro rankings with more than 800,000 square feet of green roofs installed in 2011. Washington, D.C., Mayor Vincent C. Gray says it shows that the citys aggressive adoption of green infrastructure continues to pay off.

This is evidence that the District is moving toward my vision for a sustainable D.C. and will lead the nation in implementing green practices and growing a green economy, the D.C. mayor says. We are fully committed to being No. 1 again next year.

Chicago is still the green roof leader among metro areas over the past decade, the association adds. With a total of over five million square feet of installed green roofs, it is one million square feet ahead of any other metro region since the survey started in 2004, the GRHC says.

A green roof is one that consists of several layers of protected membranes and soil medium, and planted with any type of vegetation, including succulents, grasses, and other plants. Green roof advocates say the system offers a tremendous amount of benefits, including increased insulation for the building, added energy efficiency, and stormwater management.

In urban applications, green roofs help clean the air, reduce the stress off sewer systems through stormwater retention, and help reduce the heat island effect that makes urban temperatures climb in the summer.

Paul Erlichman, membership coordinator for the association, says the institutional sector of the market saw the biggest green roof gains, but he says commercial, multi-unit residential, industrial, and single-family residential also saw strong growth. This is based on total square footage, and institutional projects tend to be largest, he adds.

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Green Roofing Grows a Whopping 115% in 2011, Industry Announces

Columbus, Ohio - April 2012 - Local Columbus firm, Holland Roofing of Columbus Inc., is recognized by Firestone Building Products Company, LLC, with the 2012 Firestone Master Contractor Award. From a network of more than 3,000 Firestone-licensed roofing contractors, the esteemed firm is among the top 256 to be honored for high-quality roofing system installation and outstanding service.

"Contracting a Firestone Master Contractor provides building owners and roof consultants with the assurance that their roofing project will be completed with great skill and expertise," said Tim Dunn, president of Firestone Building Products. "Firestone congratulates Holland Roofing of Columbus Inc. for providing exceptional client services and delivering superior products, solutions and installations. Throughout this past year, this firm consistently demonstrated top-quality workmanship that merits the Master Contractor award."

Celebrating its 25th year, the Master Contractor program has commended notable roofing firms for attaining Firestone's high level of standards, which are based on total square footage installed and outstanding inspection ratings. Firestone's first-rate contractor firms in United States, Canada and Mexico are eligible for the award.

For information on roofing services provided by Holland Roofing of Columbus Inc., please contact Ed Calfe at 614-430-3724 or via email at info@hollandroofing.com. You may also visit the company's website at http://www.hollandroofing.com/columbus.

Celebrating its 25th year, the Master Contractor program has commended notable roofing firms for attaining Firestone's high level of standards, which are based on total square footage installed and outstanding inspection ratings. Firestone's first-rate contractor firms in United States, Canada and Mexico are eligible for the award. For information on roofing services provided by Holland Roofing of Columbus Inc., please contact Ed Calfe at 614-430-3724 or via email at info@hollandroofing.com. You may also visit the company's website at http://www.hollandroofing.com/columbus.

About Firestone Building Products Company, LLC Firestone Building Products Company, LLC (FSBP) is a leading manufacturer of EPDM, TPO, asphalt and metal roofing systems, polyiso insulation and accessories for the commercial roofing industry. Firestone also offers a number of green roofing products including photovoltaic, daylighting and vegetative roofing systems. Beyond superior roofing products, FSBP offers installation expertise and product support through roofing solutions and technical services departments and an international network of roofing contractors, distributors and field sales representatives. FSBP is headquartered in Indianapolis, Ind. Visit the FSBP website at http://www.firestonebpco.com.

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Shelbyville, Ky. - April 2012 - Local Shelbyville firm, Holland Roofing of Louisville Inc., is recognized by Firestone Building Products Company, LLC, with the 2012 Firestone Master Contractor Award. From a network of more than 3,000 Firestone-licensed roofing contractors, the esteemed firm is among the top 256 to be honored for high-quality roofing system installation and outstanding service.

"Contracting a Firestone Master Contractor provides building owners and roof consultants with the assurance that their roofing project will be completed with great skill and expertise," said Tim Dunn, president of Firestone Building Products. "Firestone congratulates Holland Roofing of Louisville Inc. for providing exceptional client services and delivering superior products, solutions and installations. Throughout this past year, this firm consistently demonstrated top-quality workmanship that merits the Master Contractor award."

Celebrating its 25th year, the Master Contractor program has commended notable roofing firms for attaining Firestone's high level of standards, which are based on total square footage installed and outstanding inspection ratings. Firestone's first-rate contractor firms in United States, Canada and Mexico are eligible for the award.

For information on roofing services provided by Holland Roofing of Louisville Inc., please contact Randy Clemens at 502-633-6620 or via email at info@hollandroofing.com. You may also visit the company's website at http://www.hollandroofing.com/louisville.

About Firestone Building Products Company, LLC Firestone Building Products Company, LLC (FSBP) is a leading manufacturer of EPDM, TPO, asphalt and metal roofing systems, polyiso insulation and accessories for the commercial roofing industry. Firestone also offers a number of green roofing products including photovoltaic, daylighting and vegetative roofing systems. Beyond superior roofing products, FSBP offers installation expertise and product support through roofing solutions and technical services departments and an international network of roofing contractors, distributors and field sales representatives. FSBP is headquartered in Indianapolis, Ind. Visit the FSBP website at http://www.firestonebpco.com.

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Firestone Bestows Shelbyville Company with 2012 Distinguished Roofing Industry Award

Indianapolis, Ind. - April 2012 - Local Indianapolis firm, Holland Roofing of Indianapolis Inc., is recognized by Firestone Building Products Company, LLC, with the 2012 Firestone Master Contractor Award. From a network of more than 3,000 Firestone-licensed roofing contractors, the esteemed firm is among the top 256 commercial roofing contractors to be honored for high-quality roofing system installation and outstanding service. Among the award winners, this reputable firm is one of 170 to also earn the Firestone Inner Circle of Quality Award for preserving a high standard of quality execution.

"Contracting a Firestone Master Contractor provides building owners and roof consultants with the assurance that their roofing project will be completed with great skill and expertise," said Tim Dunn, president of Firestone Building Products. "Firestone congratulates Holland Roofing of Indianapolis Inc. for delivering quality craftsmanship, exceptional aclient service and superior products and solutions. Throughout this past year, this firm consistently met and exceeded high commercial building standards and demonstrated dedication that merits both the Master Contractor and Inner Circle of Quality Awards."

Celebrating its 25th year, the Master Contractor program has commended notable roofing firms for attaining Firestone's high level of standards, which are based on total square footage installed and outstanding inspection ratings. In addition, the Inner Circle of Quality Award identifies Master Contractors throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico who were committed to Firestone's level of installation excellence, exhibited the utmost professionalism and provided first-class customer service.

For information on roofing services provided by Holland Roofing of Indianapolis Inc., please contact Robert Rozzi at 317-375-8648 or via email at info@hollandroofing.com. You may also visit the company's website at http://www.hollandroofing.com/indianapolis.

About Firestone Building Products Company, LLC Firestone Building Products Company, LLC (FSBP) is a leading manufacturer of EPDM, TPO, asphalt and metal roofing systems, polyiso insulation and accessories for the commercial roofing industry. Firestone also offers a number of green roofing products including photovoltaic, daylighting and vegetative roofing systems. Beyond superior roofing products, FSBP offers installation expertise and product support through roofing solutions and technical services departments and an international network of roofing contractors, distributors and field sales representatives. FSBP is headquartered in Indianapolis, Ind. Visit the FSBP website at http://www.firestonebpco.com.

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Firestone Honors Indianapolis Company with Two Distinguished Roofing Industry Awards

WESTMINSTER, CO--(Marketwire -05/07/12)- The 3C Network (www.3C.com), a technology and business services company serving roofing contractors, and Aerialogics (www.aerialogics.com), a leading aerial measurement technology company, announced the integration of Aerialogics' roofing measurement services into the 3C Network "toolkit." The fusion of products will allow 3C Network contractors to have web-based point-and-click access to aerial measurement technology, the data from which can then be loaded into 3C's custom estimating tools -- resulting in time savings, risk reduction and more accurate and reliable job estimates.

"Aerial measurements are critical for roofing contractors in the race to rectify damage and meet insurance requirements in the aftermath of violent storms," said L.C. Nussbeck, 3C Network's CEO. "Incorporating Aerialogics into the 3C estimating technology offers 3C members a trusted measurement choice."

Aerialogics is a state-of-the-art aerial measurement service for companies handling exterior construction, maintenance, or estimating projects. Aerialogics offers safer, faster and more accurate measurements than climbing a ladder and physically measuring a roof, which helps eliminate human error on this complicated step toward restoration.

Insurance companies often require third-party measurements that are obtained aerially to support the repair estimates provided by roofing contractors. "We support 3C Network's mission to provide the best technology while achieving the highest standards for the roofing industry," Sean Green, CEO Aerialogics, said. "We are confident contractors using Aerialogics will embrace the convenience while delivering the data insurers deserve."

3C Network, short for Consumers, Contractors and Carrier Network, is a full-service technology and business solutions provider supporting roofing contractors in North America. 3C Network formed to be a catalyst among roofing contractors to better serve consumers while improving roofing contractor productivity and profitability. Technology solutions include free web-based roofing management software that integrates aerial CAD measurement, inspection and estimating tools and a dashboard to manage margins and more. Business solution highlights include online training and certification and no-hassle limited warranties on all materials and workmanship. For more information about 3C Network, visit http://www.3C.com or call 855-3C-MEMBER or 855-326-3623.

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LAKEWOOD Roofing improvements to the George Nye Library and the Lakewood Youth Center are on the horizon if the City Council on Tuesday approves the project's lowest bid.

Ten private companies submitted proposals on the work, and the Placentia-based Roofing Standards made the lowest bid at $115,200.

Western States Roofing Systems, of Northridge, the second lowest bidder at $166,600, however, sent the city a protest letter saying Roofing Standards' estimate was below the actual cost to complete the work, according to a city staff report.

In the report, Director of Public Works Lisa Rapp addressed Western States' concerns with the council.

Roofing Standards gave city staff an accurate bid verification, she says.

The staff also contacted the roofing consultant, who supplied the roofing materials' cost sheet. The material cost was below the amount allocated by Roofing Standards' bid, according to Rapp.

The company also provided evidence of their intent to comply with the California labor codes for wages, according to the staff report.

Each contractor is responsible for determining its own material quantities, labor hours, overhead and profit percentage that comprise the total bid amount.

Roofing Standards is one of the few contractors certified by the roofing materials manufacturer to install the 20-year warranted roofing system at the library and youth center, according to the staff report.

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Local Lebanon firm, Holland Roofing of Nashville Inc., is recognized by Firestone Building Products Company, LLC, with the 2012 Firestone Master Contractor Award. From a network of more than 3,000 Firestone-licensed roofing contractors, the esteemed firm is among the top 256 commercial roofing contractors to be honored for high-quality roofing system installation and outstanding service. Among the award winners, this reputable firm is one of 170 to also earn the Firestone Inner Circle of Quality Award for preserving a high standard of quality execution.

"Contracting a Firestone Master Contractor provides building owners and roof consultants with the assurance that their roofing project will be completed with great skill and expertise," said Tim Dunn, president of Firestone Building Products. "Firestone congratulates Holland Roofing of Nashville Inc. for delivering quality craftsmanship, exceptional aclient service and superior products and solutions. Throughout this past year, this firm consistently met and exceeded high commercial building standards and demonstrated dedication that merits both the Master Contractor and Inner Circle of Quality Awards."

Celebrating its 25th year, the Master Contractor program has commended notable roofing firms for attaining Firestone's high level of standards, which are based on total square footage installed and outstanding inspection ratings. In addition, the Inner Circle of Quality Award identifies Master Contractors throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico who were committed to Firestone's level of installation excellence, exhibited the utmost professionalism and provided first-class customer service.

For information on roofing services provided by Holland Roofing of Nashville Inc., please contact Paul Taylor at 615-443-0655 or via email at info@hollandroofing.com. You may also visit the company's website at http://www.hollandroofing.com/nashville.

About Firestone Building Products Company, LLC Firestone Building Products Company, LLC (FSBP) is a leading manufacturer of EPDM, TPO, asphalt and metal roofing systems, polyiso insulation and accessories for the commercial roofing industry. Firestone also offers a number of green roofing products including photovoltaic, daylighting and vegetative roofing systems. Beyond superior roofing products, FSBP offers installation expertise and product support through roofing solutions and technical services departments and an international network of roofing contractors, distributors and field sales representatives. FSBP is headquartered in Indianapolis, Ind. Visit the FSBP website at http://www.firestonebpco.com

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PARK HILLS, KY (FOX19) -

A proposed zoning change could bring Friday night football to Covington Catholic High School. It is the only school in Northern Kentucky that doesn't have lights on its football field. Under the new ordinance, the school would be permitted to install lights around the field with some limitations.

Friday night high school football in the fall is a tradition in practically every school in the Tri-State area. "Our kids are just like every other kid in Northern Kentucky and across the United States. They have a great desire to play on Friday nights," said Cov Cath head football coach, Dave Wirth.

Park Hills Mayor Don Catchen said hehas made this a priority since he took office in January 2011."Friday night. That's tradition here. And I just think this school deserves it," said Catchen.

There appears to be only slight opposition from the surrounding neighborhood. "The loudspeaker. ThePA system. That was my only request whenI met with them that itwas to have it directed away from the houses here," said Sarah Good, who owns a home adjacent to Wooten Field.

Covington Catholic along withNotre Dame Academy across the street must cut through governmental red tape to make any additions to their property. The new zoning law would change that. "What(the new zoning)would do is allow them to do certain things within reason that they wouldn't have to go through the process anymore," said Martin Scribner with the Northern Kentucky Area Planning Commission.

The season kicks off in four months and there is a chance the lights will be on. "I hope the first game they have here is Friday night under the lights and I will be here," said Mayor Catchen.

Residents have two chances to voice their opinions on the zoning change. The first will be Monday at7 p.m.during the Park Hills City Council meeting. The second chance will be June 7 at the Northern Kentucky Area Planning Commission chambers at 6:15 p.m.

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