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August 24-26 at the Pensacola Civic Center

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2012 Leadership

Board

2012 Home Builders Association of West Florida

Board of Directors

Builder MembersPam Caddell, Gulf+Atlantic Constructors

Brandon Edgar, Joe-Brad ConstructionChad Edgar, Holiday Builders

Renee Foret, Foret and Lundy BuildersDarrell Gooden, Gooden Homes

Robert Harris, Adams HomesDoug Henry, Thomas Home Corporation

Doug Herrick, Coastal ICF Concrete Wall SystemsClyde Jolly, Southern Building Specialties

Ron Mangum, Residential Renovation CompanyBilly Moore, Southern Home & Construction,

Bryan Moore, BRM Residential HomesLorie Reed, DR Horton

Jennifer Rigby, Gleaton & DeMaria Commercial Development

Brad Thompson, Deer Point ConstructionRon Tuttle, Bennat, Inc.

David Teague, Timberland ContractorsChris Vail, Urban Infill Corporation

Thomas Westerheim, Westerheim Properties

Associate MembersAngela Carter, Gulf Power Company

Bret Cornett, ProBuildBill Daniel, Mobile Lumber

Rick Endsley, Builders Specialty SupplyJill Grove, Pensacola Energy

Tom Hammond, Hammond EngineeringJim Harris

Towana Henry, Keller Williams RealtyPat Kozma, Jenkins Brick & Tile Company, LLC

William Merrill, Rebuild Northwest FloridaRic Nickelsen, Whitney National BankDuane Nisewonger, Gateway Lighting

David Redmond, PrimeLendingGary Sluder, Gene’s Floor CoveringWilma Shortall, Mortgage America

Kevin Trusler, Emerald Coast Builders, Inc.,Remodelor’s Council Chair

Doug Whitfield, Doug Whitfield Residential Designer, Santa Rosa Chamber Liaison

Jayer Williamson, Williamson Electrical CompanyBrent Woody, Advanced Roofing and Waterproofing

Ex-Officio Members:Keith Furrow, Pensacola Association of Realtors

Kevin Russell, Russell Home Builders, Custom Builders Council

Natasha Reynolds, Pensacola Energy, Green Building Council Chair

Janice Terrell, Pensacola Energy, Auxiliary Chair

Eric Witt1st Vice President

Kenneth E, Witt Carpentry

Luke ShowsPresident

Shows Construction

Judy GundFinancial Officer

Saltmarsh, Cleaveland & Gund

Newman RodgersTreasurer

Newman Rodgers Construction

Rod Hurston2nd Vice President

Fisher-Brown Insurance

Stephen MoorheadLegal Counsel

McDonald, Fleming, Moorhead

CornerstoneThe official magazine of the

Home Builders Association of West Florida

4400 Bayou Blvd., Suite 45, Pensacola, Florida 32503

(850) 476-0318www.westfloridabuilders.com

Cornerstone is published for the Home Builders Association of West Florida by Nicholson Publishing and distributed to its members. Reproduction in whole or part is prohibited without written authorization. Articles in Cornerstone do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the HBA of West Florida. Articles are accepted from various individuals in the industry to provide a forum for our readers.

Russ ParrisImmediate Past President

Parris Construction Company

Shelby johnsonSecretary

Johnson Construction

Steve GeciPast 2nd Vice President

Geci & Associates Engineers

John Hattaway3rd Vice President

Hattaway Home Design

Home Builders Association of West Florida • August 20124

Cornerstone, the monthly publication of the Home Builders Association of West Florida serving Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties, is published monthly, twelve (12x) per year. Send address changes to HBA of West Florida, 4400 Bayou Boulevard, Suite 45, Pensacola, Florida 32503-1910. Cornerstone, is published in the interests of all segments of the home building industry and is distributed to its members and others associated with the HBA of West Flor-ida. HBA of West Florida and Richard K. Nicholson Pub., Inc. does not accept responsibility for, or endorse any statement or claims made by advertisers or authors of any articles. Every effort has been made to assure accuracy of information, but authenticity cannot be guaranteed. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the written consent of Home Builders Association of West Florida, Copyright ©, 4400 Bayou Boulevard, Suite 45, Pensacola, Florida 32503-1910, 850.476.0318. Advertisers and advertorials in Cornerstone do not constitute an offer for sale in states where prohibited by law.

In ThisIssue

Cover Story2012 Home and Products Expo ....................................................... 6,7 Booth Participants ....................................................................... 6 Expo Information ........................................................................ 7 Thank You Sponsors! .................................................................... 7

CORNERSTONE COLUMNS

President’s Message: Call for 2013 American Dream Home Builder ........................................ 5

FEATURE STORIES

Lt. Governors Call on President, Congress to Address Housing Crisis .................................................. 13, 14

Raising the Bar with a Professional Designation .................................... 14

NAHB News & Notes: 84 Metro Listed as Improving Housing for the Month of July ............................................................... 15

ASSOCIATION NEWS

2012 HBA of West Florida Leadership .................................................... 3

Mark Your Calendar ................................................................................ 5

HBA News: Membership Drive, thanks for Recruiting 22 New HBA Members ................................... 8,9

HBA Council News: “Green & Custom Building Councils ................. 10

Congratulations to Natasha Reynolds in Obtaining “LEED” Credentials .......................................................... 11

Remodelers Council News:

Remodeling Continues to Grow Nationwide ........................................ 12

HBA News: In Memoriam, Caryl Anne Sims Newell ........................... 13

HBA News: Like Us On Facebook - Share Your Pictures ..................... 16

Upcoming Events and Members Doing Business with Members! ........ 16

HBA Membership News, Welcome New Members, Thanks for Renewing, Time to Renew, & Don’t Lose Your Membership ................ 17

Spike Club Update .................................................................................. 18

DEPARTMENTS INDEX

Next Issue Deadlines ……..................................................……. 4, 15 & 16

Advertisers Index, Web, & Email Addresses ………….....…………… 18

Magazine Design & Layout by warren wight creative services

www.ww-cs.com

Cornerstone

David Peaden IIExecutive Director

[email protected]

Alecia OvermanAccounting [email protected]

Next Issue:

SEPT 2012Edit: August 3, 2012

Space: August 17, 2012

Materials: August 23, 2012


President’sMessage

Luke Shows

Mark Your Calendar!

Auxiliary CouncilMeet QuarterlyCustom Builders CouncilMeet QuarterlyGreen Building CouncilMeet on the last Wednesday of each month.Membership CommitteeMeet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.Remodelor’s CouncilMeet on the 1st Thursday of each month.Board of DirectorsMeet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.

August 16 HBA Education Series “The Item List, the Heart of QuickBooks” (FREE Class)

August 24 Expo Awards & Silent Auction (August GMM) @ Pensacola Civic Center

August 24-26 Home & Product Expo @ Pensacola Civic Center

August 29 Green Building Council Meeting: 3D Scanning of Buildings

September 11 Auxiliary Council Meeting: Cooking Demo at Pensacola Energy (ESP)

October 25 Fall Golf Classic – SAVE THE DATE!!

Interested in sponsoring a General Membership Meeting?Contact Alecia Overman at 850-476-0318 for more information!

For further event details, please visit our website:

www.westfloridabuilders.com Please note that dates and locations are subject to change.

Call for 2013 American Dream

Home Builder The Home Builders Association is seeking a builder who is interested in being the American Dream Home Builder for the 2013 Parade of Homes. As you may know, the profits from the sale of the Dream Home are criti-

cal to the financial well being of the HBA. The builder of the Dream Home will benefit from the

exposure and marketing of being the Dream Home builder in advertising pertaining to the Parade.

Paragon Custom Home Group and KW Homes successfully built homes for the past three years.

We are greatly appreciative of their efforts.

The builder may make recommendations on a particular development to be considered

as the central site for the Parade of Homes. You may also make a recommendation for a particular

lot within that development without being a central site located in Escambia or Santa Rosa Coun-

ties. The final decision on the selection of the Central Site and particular lot on which to build

the Dream Home will be approved by representatives of the HBA.

The builder will be reimbursed for all documented construction cost to

build the Dream Home including materials, labor, equipment rentals, permit

fees, builders risk insurance, surveys and elevation certificates, utilities

(electricity & water), sanitation services, etc. needed to complete the Dream

Home.

All overhead and administrative costs are to be donated by the

Builder. The HBA will obtain a construction mortgage loan in the name of

the HBA to pay for the construction.

If you are interested, please let Executive Director David Peaden

know in writing by Friday, August 31, 2012. If you have any questions,

please feel free to call me at 476-0318 or e-mail: [email protected].


CoverStory

New Ideas and Innovation on Display at the 2012 Home & Product Expo

A much anticipated event for area home-owners and homebuyers, the 2012 West Florida Home & Product Expo, set for August 24-26, at the Pensacola Civic Center. Over 20,000 square-feet of building, remodeling, products and services are on display from over 80 local and regional businesses.

"If you are looking to remodel or if you're thinking about building a new home, then this is the show for you," said Expo Show Manager Alecia Overman. "In addition, attendees can learn a lot about new products and services from knowledgeable exhibitors that will en-able them to make wise decisions when it comes to buying products for their home." The Home & Products Expo is a one-stop source for informa-tion from air conditioners, ICF construction and flooring materials to homes insulation, energy efficient windows and doors, pool and patio furniture, and green products and services, just to name a few. “"The Home & Product Expo is the show we wait for each year. We get the most qualified leads and return customers year after year, said Mary Lunt of Folkers of Window Company. "The Expo had built a solid reputation for providing the best in building products and services, said Expo Volunteer Chair Ron Castner of Castner Construction. “For people interested in reaching building professionals who treat you with courtesy, and will take time to answer questions, then the Expo is the place to be." The Expo is brought to you by: RTS All American Garage Doors, Gulf Power/EarthCents, Blue Haven Pools, Pensacola News Journal, Pensacola Home & Garden, WEAR TV 3, My 35 WFGX, Cox, WXBM 102.7, WCOA 1370, Soft Rock 94.1 For more information, contact the Home Builders Association of West Florida at 476-0318 or go to www.HomeExpoPensacola.com.

RTS All American Garage DoorsBlue Haven PoolsHometown ContractorsChavis FurnitureGulf Coast Pool and SpaPensacola Energy (formerly ESP)Kitchen CraftEmerald Coast GranicreteRhino ShieldEnvironmental SecurityADT Security ServicesUncle Bob’s Self StorageJames Hardie Building ProductsPella Windows and Doors1st Choice Home ImprovementsSuperior GraniteScentsy Candles & ScentsARS Heating and CoolingTitan SunroomsCentral Credit UnionJenkins BrickGulf Coast RugsKay’s Prestige Kitchen & BathAdvanced Roofing

Containers, Inc.Pro-Tech Concrete CoatingsBright House NetworksCoastal ICFW.R. Taylor & CompanyAcorn ConstructionDefined InteriorsRock Solid SurfacesFerguson EnterprisesJansen Quality ConstructionGene’s Floor CoveringsAshley FurnitureAdvanced InsulationDean’s Solid SurfacingDirect BuyBontrager Builders GroupGulf Power CompanyFoamSeal InsulationCompass Solar EnergyPen Air Credit UnionLee Mechanical & PlumbingAt Home ContractingDoors By DesignB & C Nursery

Urban Landfill CorporationCoastal Insulation CompanyGulf Coast Shade SolutionsVanderheyden, Inc.RESAEdward JonesEcoView WindowsFlorida Pest ControlAir Tech FiltersBaird BuildersBath FitterMajors Home ImprovementsCox CommunicationsGateway Lighting & FansFolkers WindowsGranite WorxRussell Home BuildersPanhandle AlarmBetter Business BureauGulf Winds Federal Credit UnionAdvanced Concrete SupplyChief PurificationSelectrictyAlpha Closets

Expo Exhibitors as of 7/23/12


CoverStory

SHOW TIMESFRIDAY, AUGUST 24 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 25 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 26 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Entry fee: $5.00. Kids Free.

Free ParkingSunday only from 3-5 p.m.

Free Admission

Thank You to our

Sponsors!

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The Home Builders Association would like to thank everyone took the time to make a difference with the Membership Drive. We are pleased to welcome 22 new members into the HBA.

Membership Drive a Big Success

Sponsors

Gulf Power

CORT Furniture

Mathes Lighting & Lamp

Mathes Electric Supply

PROBuild

Klumb Lumber Co

Fisher Brown Bottrell Insurance

Home Mortgage of America

Thank you to the companies who donated Membership Drive Incentives

Stonebrook Golf Club

Pete Moore Automotive

Pensacolajobs.com

Richard Nicholson Publishing

Bloomer Geri & Co.

K.W. Cowles Design Center

Santa Rosa County Chamber of Commerce

First Steps Pistol Orientation

Better Business Bureau

Team Captains

Kim Cheney, of Mathes Lighting & Lamp/Mathes Electric Supply

Janice Terrell, of Pensacola Energy (formerly ESP)

Thomas Westerheim, of Westerheim Properties

Rod Hurston, of Fisher Brown Bottrell

Lisa Parris, of Parris Construction

David Teague of Timberland Contractors

Winning Team – most new members – 6 total: Lightning Rods (Team Capt. Kim Cheney)A League of Their Own Prize Pack Winners: Kim Cheney, of Mathes Lighting & Lamp/Mathes Electric Supply; Towana Henry, of Keller Williams Realty; Wilma Shortall, of Primary Residential Mortgage; Newman Rodgers, Newman Rodgers Construction won an Installation Banquet Pass, Wahoo ticket, $50 Jackson’s Gift Card, one free round of golf at Stonebrook, and recognition in Cornerstone, HBA website, Facebook Designated Hitter – individual w/most new members (3): Newman Rodgers of Newman Rodgers Construction - Two Installation Banquet Passes, Batting $1000 Bonus ($100 cash), free team reg-istration at the Fall Golf Classic, free oil change from Sandy Sansing, and recognition in Corner-stone, HBA website and Facebook

MVP – Most Valuable Participant: Kim Cheney of Mathes Lighting & Lamp/Mathes Electric Supply - Installation Banquet Pass, two Stonebrook golf passes, free oil change from Sandy Sansing, a handy tool kit, and recognition in Cornerstone, HBA website, Facebook

Lead Off Hitter – 1st new member at the start of the drive: Towana Henry of Keller Williams Realty- $30 Walmart card

Pinch Hitter – Stepped up to plate - became team captain at the last minute - Lisa Parris of Parris Construction - Tool kit & Oil Change

Cracker Jack Club – least new members – David Teague of Timberland Contractors (Box of Cracker Jacks!)

Rachel, we hardly knew thee! Rachel Cornett worked with Alecia Overman on the Membership Drive. Rachel’s husband, Bret Cornett of ProBuild, took a job in North Carolina shortly after Rachel was hired. Instead of quitting and getting ready for the fast move, Rachel stayed to see the membership drive to the end. We miss her enthusiasm and professionalism. We wish her well.


HBACouncilNews

The Custom Builders Council and Green Building Council were pleased to host Duane Nisewonger of Gateway Light-ing and Design who gave an informative presentation our the latest in LED lighting and technology.


HBACouncilNews

Natasha Reynolds, of Pensacola Energy (formerly ESP), obtained her Leadership in Energy and Environmental De-sign (LEED) Accredited Profes-sional (AP) Building Design and Construction (BD+C) credential early in July, 2012. The LEED AP BD+C credential offers a measure for professionals working in the design and construction of efficient, health-ful, long-lasting, economic, sustainable and environmentally sound buildings. The Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) devel-oped this credential for individuals whom have shown practical knowledge of LEED rating systems for New Construction, Schools and for Core & Shell. The LEED AP credential indicates that the professional has the knowledge and ca-pability to help streamline the LEED certifica-tion process by offering council on sustainable solutions from the early stages of the project. A LEED AP can help provide verification of the buildings continued efficiency and durability. Utilizing LEED as a framework for a construction project will help implement an all-inclusive plan taking into account how all buildings systems work together. How did Natasha Reynolds obtain her LEED AP BD+C credential? There are eligibility requirements that must be met before applying to become a LEED AP BD+C: • “To have documented professional experi-

ence on a LEED project, within the last 3 years, with verification through LEED Online or employer attestation.

• Candidates are also required to agree to the Disciplinary and Exam Appeals Policy and Credential Maintenance Program and submit to an application audit.

• To attain the LEED Green Associate credential which also includes eligibility requirements:

To have experience in the form of EITHER documented involvement on a LEED-registered project OR

Employment (or previous employ ment) in a sustainable field of work OR

Engagement in (or completion of) an education program that addresses green building principles.)”

The first part of the LEED AP BD+C exam is the LEED Green Associate exam. The candidate may take both tests together at once or the candidate may first earn the LEED Green Associate credential and then earn the LEED AP BD+C credential. Reynolds met the eligibility require-ment need to take the LEED Green Associ-ate. Therefore, she applied and successfully obtained her Green Associate credential in mid-January of 2011. This des-ignation indicates fundamental knowledge of green design, construction and operations. Within weeks after obtaining her LEED Green Associate credential, Reynolds began working on attaining her professional experience on a LEED Project. The City of Pensacola’s Downtown Library project would attempt LEED Certification and Reynolds was given the opportunity to be involved. In April of 2011 she began attending project meet-ings. The architects of record, TOWNES+architects, con-tracted by the City of Pensacola for this project, designated Reynolds as Energy Manager. Reynolds also provided docu-mentation and assistance for a LEED credit under educational programs. In February of 2012, Reynolds submitted her exam application. Her application was approved shortly thereaf-ter. After much preparation, Natasha Reynolds successfully passed the LEED AP BD+C exam on the first attempt.

Natasha Reynolds ObtainsLEED AP BD+C Credential

Natasha Reynolds


Remodeling Continues to Grow Nationwide

By Kevin TrusslerHBA of West Florida Remodelor’s Council Chair

Americans are in love with remodeling. Television networks such as HGTV and DIY run 24 hours a day with shows like “BATHtastic” and “Design Star.” Magazines, websites and blogs feature happy home owners gushing over perfect room makeovers. And with the continu-ing challenging economy, more home owners have decided to stay in their current home longer, which has created higher demand for remodeling. A survey released by the National Associa-tion of Home Builders (NAHB) in 2012 shows that common remodeling projects have increased, compared to a similar survey from 2010. And nearly 50 percent of remodelers report seeing an increase in the number of home owners who undertake remodels to avoid moving, compared to the 2010 findings. Bathroom and kitchen remodel-ing remain the two most common types of jobs, as they have been consistently since 2001. After 2009, however, bathroom and kitchen remodeling switched places—bath-rooms became the most frequent type of job for professional remodelers. Seventy-eight percent of the survey respondents cited bathroom remodeling as one of the most common jobs, an all-time high. Home owners are frequently asking for a high-end spa feel to their new bathrooms, with features and materials such as television screens built into mirrors, exotic wood finishes, recycled glass tiles and sophisticated lighting systems. Other

popular features include those that enable a home owner to stay in their home as they age; including step-in tubs and shower stall benches and rails. Both kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects were up 17 percent from two years ago. Other popular jobs were window

and door replacements, room addi-tions, handy-man services and whole house remodel-ing, although whole house remodeling is down signifi-cantly from its peak in the

mid-2000s. The motivation behind many home owners’ decision to remodel has changed as well. The top two reasons for remodeling were the need to repair or replace old or outdated components and the desire for better and newer amenities. More than 50 percent of remodelers said that these two reasons for remodeling have become more common over the past two years. In contrast, more than 20 percent of remodelers said there was a decrease in customers remodeling to increase home values as an investment or to prepare for a sale (whether distressed or not). Remodeling to accommodate a change in the number of people living in the home also received low scores. Whether they are inspired by the amazing makeovers shown on television shows, or their changing lifestyle necessi-tates repurposing spaces to make more ef-ficient use of their home’s square footage, home owners are turning to professional remodelers to help improve their home.


FeatureStory

In MemoriamCaryl Anne Sims

JewellFebruary 10, 1949 - July 14, 2012

Always gracious and forever elegant, our beloved steel magnolia Caryl Anne Sims Jewell surrendered her battle with cancer on July 14, 2012. We miss you so much but your legacy of kindness, devout faith and compassion fills our hearts with peace. Our spirits are joyful knowing your soul's heavenly roots now bloom eternally. Caryl was born on February 10, 1949 in Pensacola, Florida to Ruby Ruth Sims and Clifford Marton Sims, Lieutenant Commander, United States Navy. It was here in her home-town she met a dashing young man who knew instantly the petite and beautiful woman was without a doubt the one. Two months later, Ca-ryl and David Jewell were married. Sometimes you do just know! A few years later, the couple welcomed the birth of their first and only child, Mary Alice. To meet Caryl, was to love her. Her gentle yet strong spirit was nurtured by her un-wavering faith. Every morning she sipped her coffee and read scriptures, taking note of the ones that spoke to her. A simple daily routine

that always put God first. Sundays were spent celebrating her faith at Perdido Bay United Methodist Church. She found great joy with her church family, working at The Redemption Store and being a member of the Grace Ladies Group. She cherished her work at United Cerebral Palsy. Caryl loved hearing stories and sharing laughs with the clients she admired so much. Caryl is survived by David, her soul mate of 43 years; daughter Mary Alice, the joy of her life, and loving sisters Charlotte Plack (Dick) and Norma Crooke (Butch). She was preceded in death by her brother Marty Sims. In addition to her family, Caryl also leaves behind members of David's family who were a great part of her life; sister-in-law Joan McWaters (Wayne) and brother-in-law Phillip Jewell (Sandi). Caryl is also survived by her nieces and nephews whom she dearly loved. The family would like to thank the compassionate doctors and nurses of Palliative Care and the entire staff at the Joyce Golden-berg Hospice Inpatient Residence.

“We miss you so

much but your

legacy of kindness,

devout faith and

compassion fills our

hearts with peace.

Our spirits are joy-

ful knowing your

soul's heavenly

roots now bloom

eternally.”

Lieutenant Governors Call on President, Congress to Address Housing Crisis

The National Association of Home Build-ers (NAHB) commends the National Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA) for approving a resolution in July that underscores the im-portance of homeownership and calls on Wash-ington policymakers to take action to shore up the nation’s housing markets to achieve a long-lasting economic recovery. “The nation’s lieutenant governors understand that Americans deeply value homeownership and that it is essential to get the housing sector back on firm ground to achieve solid job growth, build healthy communities and move our economy for-ward,” said NAHB Chairman Barry Rutenberg, a home builder from

Gainesville, Fla. “Resolution sponsors Brian Krolicki (R-Nev.) and Timothy Murray (D-Mass.) have taken a leadership role in working to keep housing atop the national agenda.” The resolution recommends that “the President and Congress act with a sense of urgency to address the nation’s housing crisis in a meaningful and responsible manner, while avoiding any legislation or regulatory actions that will inhibit the recovery of the home building industry.” It also spotlights “the role the home building industry must play in helping citizens achieve the American Dream and fuel-ing our country’s economic recovery.” “Preventing foreclosures will continue to be a priority for the National Lieutenant Governors Association,” said Lieutenant

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NAHBNews

Raising the Bar with a Professional Designation

Are you looking for a way to differentiate yourself in a competitive market, demonstrate your skills and experience and respond to consumer demand for professionalism in the home building industry? One of the most effective ways to advance your professional development, as well as your marketability, is to earn a designation from NAHB Education. As inclusive and demanding as any graduate program, professional designations offer the opportunity to advance your career by offering new or improved services, demonstrate a drive to improve your skills, and be recog-nized for your commitment to professional growth. And since NAHB has the most targeted curriculum, accomplished instructors and widely respected education opportunities in the business, you know that you’re learning from the best. With more than fifteen designations to choose from, you can be sure that you will distinguish yourself from the competition. To consumers, designations help identify professionals who have made a commitment

to excellence. Their credentials demonstrate that business owners and senior management have undertaken continuing education courses in professional management. By earning a designation, housing professionals can get new ideas, advance their knowledge and learn about the freshest innovations the industry has to of-fer. Earning a designation allows you to hone business skills and convey superior training, practical experience and in-depth knowledge to potential clients. Additionally, designation holders can take advantage of valuable networking opportunities throughout their enrollment, working closely with expert instructors and other professionals both within their field and outside their specific areas of expertise. Designations require building indus-try professionals to study and learn as much as possible about the industry. A designation says to clients that a professional has mastered the basics, is continually improving and staying up to date and will give the consumer the best possible final product. For more information on earning a professional designation, visit www.nahb.org/designations.

“Earning a designation

allows you to hone business

skills and convey superior training,

practical experience and

in- depth knowledge to

potential clients.”

Lieutenant Governors Call on President, Congress to Address Housing Crisis

Governor Murray, who was named chair of the NLGA during the association’s annual meeting this week. “I was pleased to join Lieutenant Governor Krolicki to co-sponsor this resolution as we work in collaboration with all lieutenant governors in addressing the housing crisis and supporting the home building industry to spur economic development opportunities across the country.” “Nevada was hit particularly hard by the housing crisis, and we look forward to finding solutions to fix this complex issue,” added Lieutenant Governor Krolicki. “Bringing housing issues to the forefront is long overdue and we are proud of this bipartisan effort and pledge our continual support in turning the housing market around in Nevada and across the country.” This broad support for government policies that encour-age homeownership comes at a time when the American dream is under attack under several fronts in Washington. Proposals to tamper with the mortgage interest deduction, mandate 20 percent downpayments on home loans and to end federal support for affordable mortgages would prolong and aggravate the housing downturn, lead to more job losses and substantially raise the cost of buying a home -- particularly for younger households and first-time home buyers. The lieutenant governors also noted that home build-ers face a lack of credit for housing production loans and that

potential home buyers are stymied because they cannot obtain mortgages, which is further hampering the housing recovery. Prudent lending to home buyers and home builders who need credit to build viable projects in communities that want and need them would go a long way into pumping life into the tepid recovery. Recognizing the importance of the nation’s home building industry in spurring and sustaining economic growth, the lieutenant governors highlighted that constructing 100 homes creates more than 300 full-time jobs, $23.1 million in wage and business income and $8.9 million in federal, state and local tax revenue. These tax dollars are desperately needed to help local governments to provide essential services such as schools, roads, and police and firefighter protection. “There is pent up demand for homes in many parts of the country and America’s home builders stand ready to do their part,” said Rutenberg. “However a full-fledged housing and economic recovery will not take hold until Washington policy-makers recognize that housing and homeownership must remain a national priority.”

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84 Metros Listed As Improving Housing Markets in July

The list of U.S. housing markets showing measurable and sustained improvement rose by four to include 84 metros in July, according to the National As-sociation of Home Builders/First American Improving Markets Index (IMI), released today. This number includes representatives from 32 states plus the District of Columbia. The index identifies metropolitan areas that have shown improvement from their respective troughs in housing permits, employ-ment and house prices for at least six consecu-tive months. This month’s IMI includes 73 metros that held their positions on the list from June, as well as 11 newly added markets. No-table new entries include such geographically diverse places as Prescott, Ariz.; Springfield, Mass.; St. Cloud, Minn.; and Houston, Texas. “The geographic diversity and grow-ing number of metros on the latest IMI help spotlight the improvements we have begun to see in terms of home prices and job market conditions across certain parts of this country, which in turn are spurring more demand for new homes,” said NAHB Chairman Barry Rutenberg, a home builder from Gainesville, Fla. “That said, our members continue to assert the need for more reasonable credit standards and more accurate appraisal methods to per-petuate this positive momentum.” “The modest increase in the July IMI is encouraging because it indicates that individual housing markets continue to regain their footing despite some recent reports of weakening in the broader economy,” added NAHB Chief Economist David Crowe. “This is evidence that the housing recovery is slowly but surely taking root, one market at a time.” “The positive takeaway from today’s report is that an increasing number of consum-ers are looking at better conditions to both buy and sell homes, which should help spur greater activity in certain markets going forward,” noted Kurt Pfotenhauer, vice chairman of First American Title Company. The IMI is designed to track hous-ing markets throughout the country that are showing signs of improving economic health. The index measures three sets of independent monthly data to get a mark on the top improv-ing Metropolitan Statistical Areas. The three indicators that are analyzed are employment growth from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, house price appreciation from Freddie Mac and single-family housing permit growth from the U.S. Census Bureau. NAHB uses the latest available data from these sources to generate a list of improving markets. A metropolitan area must see improvement in all three areas for at least six months following their respective troughs before being included on the improving markets list.

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Builder & Developer MembersParagon Custom / Celebrity HomesRicky Wiggins Builders, Inc.

Associate MembersAir Design Systems, Inc.American Alarm & Audio, Inc.Bloomer, Geri & CompanyEastburn Woordworks, Inc.Farm Bureau InsuranceFour Star Drywall, Inc.Gene’s Floor CoveringKeller Williams RealtyKlumb Forest ProductsMcCombs Electrical Co., Inc.Pensacola News JournalS & S Plumbing & Mechanical, Inc.Wetland Sciences, Inc.

THANKS FOR RENEWING!

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JUNE EXPIRATIONSEnergy Systems A/C Contractors

Hattaway Home Design

United Bank

JULY EXPIRATIONSArmstrong Cabinet Products

Brian Wilson Construction, LLC

Cox Communications

Dean’s Solid Surfacing, Inc.

Fireplace Concepts, Inc.

Florida Tile

J. Chandler, General Contractor, Inc.

Majors Home Improvement, LLC

McDonald Fleming Moorhead

Mobile Lumber & Millwork

Quigley Cooling & Heating

Roads, Inc.

Associate Members

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

DON’T LOSE YOUR MEMBERSHIP(You still have time to renew)

Builder & Developer Members

Acorn Construction, Inc.

Appleyard Agency, Inc.

D. R. Horton, Inc.

Eddie Bryan Builders, Inc.

Great Southern Wood Preserving, Inc.

Gulf Breeze Natural Gas

J. M. Harold Construction, Inc.

Mack Custom Homes, LLC

NUCONSTEEL

TIME TO RENEWSeptember 2012 Renewals (Renewal invoice to be mailed 3rd week of August

Overhead Door Company

Parris Construction Company

Patterson Structural Moving & Shoring

Residential Renovation Co., Inc.

Sailwind Construction, Inc.

Southern Mirror Co.

Swift Supply

Westerheim Properties, Inc.

Chavis - The Kitchen StoreDan Chavis(251) 457-5569

Diaz StuccoMiguel Diaz(251) 269-8735

Force 5 Walls, Inc.Rodney Hubble(251) 965-9494

Hartman Enterprises, Inc.Jacob (Rick) Hartman(850) 232-3412

Homeowners Assurance, Inc.Beth Etheridge(850) 994-8585

Hual Electric, Inc.Richard Hual(850) 941-8827

Lowes Home ImprovementJames Rodgers(850) 453-0159

Mathes Electric Supply Co. Inc.Kim Cheney(850) 432-4161

NOLA LendingPaige Morse(850) 262-9966

Panhandle Elevators, Inc.Dustin Godwin(850) 256-2400

Pioneer Foam PlasticsPatty Putters(850) 476-9572

Pot-O-Gold RentalsMark O'Kennon(850) 736-1849

Primary Residential MortgageMichael Scapin(850) 477-5300Professional Roofing Co. of NWFL, Inc.Eric Howell(850) 478-7887

Remarkable Renovations, LLCSteven Wieczorek(850) 324-5560

Select ICFSheldon Schneider(850) 324-2487

Servis1st BankRex McKinney(850) 266-9100

Southeastern Sash & Door, Inc.Charlie Toner(850) 469-9002

Southern Pipe & Supply, Inc.Jeffrey King(850) 433-4689

Southern Site & Utility Design, Inc.Alan Miller(850) 623-9493

Aaron James Custom Homes, Inc.James Dillaha(850) 932-4663

McCoy Construction Services, Inc.Jon McCoy(850) 937-4029

Merrill Land Construction, LLCTracy Reynolds(850) 696-1330

R. E. Reece, P.A.Robert Reece(850) 444-1700


Advertiser’sIndex Anchor Pest Control 19

850.435.7696ginger@anchorpestcontrol.comwww.AnchorPestControl.com

Bonded Builders Home Warranty 12800.749.0381, ext.800www.bondedbuilders.com

Coldwell Banker, Glenn Lubel [email protected]

FHBI 19888.513.1222www.fhbi.com

Gulf Power Back Cover877.655.4001850.505.5338www.GulfPower.com

Pensacola Energy 2850.436.5050www.pensacolaenergy.com

warren wight creative services 10407.920.1478www.ww-cs.com

Advertiser’s IndexDon Suarez 117Dan Gilmore 113.5Oliver Gore 111.5William “Billy” Moore 110

Green Spike 50 CreditsRicky Wiggins 92 Doug Sprague 80.5Ron Tuttle 79.5John Harold 76David Holcomb 72.5Kenneth Ellzey, Sr. 63.5 Wayne Underwood 58.5Millie Carpenter 56.5Chris Pate 55.5Kevin L. Ward 55.5

Life Spike 25 CreditsWest Calhoun 48.5Bob Price, Jr. 48.5Wilma Shortall 43.5Thomas Westerheim 41Eddie Zarahn 38Darrell Gooden 36Russ Parris 29.5Garrett Walton 28.5

Blue Spike 6 CreditsJames Dillaha 21.5Newman Rodgers IV 19Doug Whitfield 19 Doug Herrick 18.5John Hattaway 18.5Keith Swilley 18.5Ed Wonders 18 Jim Harris 17Steve Moorehead 16Todd Stafford 14.5Brent Woody 12 Michelle Bean 12Dean Williams 10.5Towana (Rudd) Henry 10Larry Hunter 8.5 Bernie Mostoller 8 Beth Shoemaker 7Bret Cornett 7Luke Shows 6

If you would like to join the

Spike Club or Desire

Additional Information,

please contact Alecia Overman

(850) 476-0318

In construction, a spike is a steel object that is essen-tial to making a building strong. As in construction, the HBA of West Florida sees a Spike as someone that works to keep our association strong. Spikes work on the recruitment and retention of members in addition to keeping members active with the association. Anyone is eligible for Spike status. On Spike credit is awarded for each new member recruited and an additional credit is awarded for that new member’s renewal on or before their anniversary date. If you help to retain a member, you are eligible to receive a half point for each member.

Spike Club LevelsSpike Candidate 1-5 creditsBlue Spike 6-24Life Spike 25-49Green Spike 50-99Red Spike 100-149Royal Spike 150-249Super Spike 250-499Statesman Spike 500-999Grand Spike 1000-1499All-Time Big Spike 1500+

Spike Club Members and their credits as of 07/01/2012

Statesman Spike 500 CreditsHarold Logan 501.5

Super Spike 250 CreditsRod Hurston 402.5Jack McCombs 273

Royal Spike 150 CreditsMike Blanton 207Ron Anderson 199.5Edwin Henry 193.5Rick Sprague 190Carlton Bowers 160.5Bob Boccanfuso 159Betty Evans 153.5

Red Spike 100 CreditsThomas Kennedy 145Collier Merrill 129Alan Brock 129.5Lee Magaha 126

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