FREE Workshop May 11th

admin — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:41:44 +0000

The Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Southern Vermont is hosting a FREE Workshop, 2011 VERMONT RESIDENTIAL BUILDING ENERGY STANDARDS…Vermont’s residential energy code has changed. Do you know what is required to comply? 9am to Noon at FW Webb on Cold River Road in Rutland, VT. RSVP (by 5/8/12) to: Efficiency Vermont – Residential New Construction Services, 800-893-1997; vtwise@together.net. Sponsored by Efficiency Vermont and Vermont Department of Public Service.

*SEE COMPLETE DETAILS UNDER “NEWS”.

FREE Workshop

admin — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:36:18 +0000

FREE Workshop, 2011 VERMONT RESIDENTIAL BUILDING ENERGY STANDARDS…Vermont’s residential energy code has changed. Do you know what is required to comply?

It will be held on Friday, May 11^th from 9am to Noon at FW Webb on Cold River Road in Rutland, VT. RSVP (by 5/8/12) to: Efficiency Vermont – Residential New Construction Services, 800-893-1997; vtwise@together.net.

The State of Vermont has completed a process of public and legislative review, and has updated our residential energy code, the Residential Building Energy Standard (RBES), to meet and/or exceed the energy-efficiency levels in the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Presenter will be David Keefe from Efficiency Vermont who will speak about Vermont’s new energy code and how it will affect your business. There are significant changes in RBES as a result of this update. Major changes include, but are not limited to:

• Expansion of RBES jurisdiction to include alterations, renovations, & repair of existing buildings (previously RBES only applied to new construction & additions > 500 sq. ft.)

• Increases in insulation levels that exceed current conventional construction practice

• Basement/crawlspace walls R-15 continuous or R-20 if thermally bridged

• Slab – R-15 Slab edge & under slab (under slab required for heated slabs only)

• Walls – R-20 for 2”x 6” or R-13 (cavity) + R-5 (continuous on exterior) for 2”x 4” walls

• Ceilings – R-49 (with some exceptions)

• Windows – weighted average U-factor of U-0.32 or less

• Explicit & increased requirements for demonstrating air sealing requiring either visual inspection post insulation & pre-drywall or blower door testing at completion achieving tested tightness of less than 5 air changes per hour at 50 pascals pressure differential between inside & outside (ACH50)

This workshop is eligible for AIA and BPI continuing education credits. Hosted by The Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Southern Vermont. Sponsored by Efficiency Vermont and Vermont Department of Public Service.

Another training opportunity is a Lead Paint Certification Class (RRP) on Thursday, May 3^rd at FW Webb in Rutland, VT, 8:00am-4:30pm. Cost: HBRA-SV Members $175; Non-members $225. Payment and registration form due before class. RSVP required. Lunch/refreshment provided. Who should take the class? Home Improvement/Renovation Contractors (including siding and window replacement), Residential Rental Property Managers/Owners, Remodelers/Carpenters, Painters, Plumbers, Electricians, Maintenance Personnel, Workers Removing or Modifying Painted Surfaces, Anyone disturbing more than 6 square feet (interior) and 20 square feet (exterior) of lead paint.

For more information, call or fax (802)773-0672, send an email to cvthomebuilders@yahoo.com.

admin — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 19:04:08 +0000

Lead Paint Certification Class…

Thursday, May 3rd at FW Webb, Rutland, VT,
8:00am-4:30pm

Cost: HBRA-SV Members $175 and Non-members $225. [Lunch/refreshment provided] Payment and registration form due BEFORE class date.

Who should take the class?
-Home Improvement/Renovation Contractors (including siding and window replacement)
-Residential Rental Property Managers/Owners
-Remodelers/Carpenters
-Painters
-Plumbers
-Electricians
-Maintenance Personnel
-Workers Removing or Modifying Painted Surfaces
-Anyone disturbing more than 6 square feet (interior) and 20 square feet (exterior) of lead paint
Call (802)773-0672 to RSVP and to get application form.

admin — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 20:00:47 +0000

Legislative Breakfast…Manchester April 2nd. See calendar page for details.

admin — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 19:59:03 +0000

15th Annual Home & Recreation Show.

The show will be held on Saturday, March 24^th from 9:00am to 3:00pm at Spartan Arena which is located behind Diamond Run Mall on Route 7 South, Rutland, Vermont.

Plan on attending! Admission is FREE to attendees. Lots of door prizes will be given away throughout the day. Plus, lots for the Kids–the first 50 kids will get a wooden birdhouse kit thanks to LaValley Building Supply. There will also be free kid’s activities provided by The Mentor Connector and RISE (Rutland Ishyadora Student Exchange), with face painting starting at 11am.

We are again offering 30-Minute Workshops:

10am…Sustainable Building; presenter, Aspen Construction Services

11am…Building Science: How to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient PART I (Energy saving tips, air sealing insulation, auditing process) , presenter, Cozy Homes of Vermont

Noon… Building Science: How to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient PART II (Heating systems and renewable energy systems), presenter, NeighborWorks H.E.A.T. Squad

1pm…Learn about Replacement Windows, presenter Gilmore Home Center

1:45pm…Start with the Soil…Mind your NPK and Ph too, presenter Daryle Thomas, Master Gardener (EMG, EMC)

2:30pm…How to Refinish Your Wood Floor, presenter Don Tredtin Corp.

This is the perfect place to gather information and see the latest products if you’re building, remodeling, or just want to browse! Some of the exhibits include: Kitchens, Banks, Insurance, Chimney Services, Windows, Doors, Building Materials, Paint, Decking, Railing, Flooring, Baths, Pools & Spas, Building/Remodeling/Green Building Contractors, Energy Efficiency, Heating, Vacuum systems, Renewable Energy, Lawn Care, Glass and Shower Doors, Electrical, Realtors, and more.

There’s still time to be a part of the Home & Recreation Show! Reserve your booth space today by calling (802)773-0672.

Thanks to our sponsors: Casella Waste Management; banner sponsors: AllRoof, RK Miles and Efficiency Vermont; in-kind sponsors: Gilmore Home Center, LaValley Building Supply, Rutland Herald.

Excellence in Housing Awards Winners

admin — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 19:13:58 +0000

We are proud to announce the winners of our Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Southern Vermont’s 13th Annual Excellence in Housing Awards. These awards recognize the outstanding artistry and craftsmanship of members. They were presented at a banquet held at The South Station Restaurant in Rutland, Vermont on February 15, 2012. Award Sponsors: Vermont Housing Finance Agency, Gilmore Home Center, r.k. Miles, and Efficiency Vermont/Vermont Energy Star Home Program. Contributing Sponsors: Kinney Pike Insurance and Initial Ideas.

Each entry was viewed anonymously by a panel of judges who were given a set of criteria with which to make their decisions. Judges were: Mary Cohen, Berkley Veller & Greene and NeighborWorks of Western Vermont; Mike Coppinger, Downtown Rutland Partnership; Tom Donahue, Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce; Ron Ryan, NeighborWorks of Western Vermont

Awards presented: Single Family Home under 2,000 square feet – The McKernon Group of Brandon; Single Family Home 2,000 to 3,000 square feet – Ambrose Custom Builders of Woodstock; Single Family Home over 3,000 square feet – Ennis Construction, Inc. of Ascutney; Residential Renovation – Ambrose Custom Builders, LLC of Woodstock; Residential Renovation/Addition – Roaring Brook Constructors, Inc. of Killington; Best Kitchen – Glendenning, LLC of Wallingford; Best Bath – Aspen Construction Services of Bondville; Best Landscaping – Aspen Construction Services of Bondville; Best Feature – Aspen Construction Services of Bondville; Environmental Excellence – Ambrose Custom Builders, LLC of Woodstock; Energy Efficiency Upgrade – RedBarn Design & Build, LLC of Shrewsbury; Energy Efficiency New Home – Ambrose Custom Builders, LLC of Woodstock; Curb Appeal – Glendenning, LLC of Wallingford; Best Website – Ambrose Custom Builders, LLC of Woodstock; Best Marketing Piece – Aspen Construction Services of Bondville. Special recognition for participation goes to the following member: High Design Creative Group of Proctor.

The Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Southern Vermont is an organization of builders, suppliers, and associated businesses whose main purpose is to support and educate the building industry, the community and it’s members. Monthly membership dinner meetings are held with featured speakers on the second Wednesday of each month, and those interested inthe presentation or those who would like to learn more about the association are encouraged to attend.

Also available to the public is a FREE Membership Directory & Buyer’s Guide which lists members by category for ease of finding a business to help with building a new home, remodeling, finding an appliance or building materials, locating a fuel company, insurance needs, and more. Mark your calendars for our 15^th Annual Home & Recreation Show from 9am to 3pm on March 24^th at the Spartan Arena, behind the Diamond Run Mall in Rutland, VT. Website is www.cvthomebuilders.com For more information about the association, upcoming meetings, to request a directory, or to find about how to apply and participate in events and programs, please call the HBRA-SV office at (802)773-0672 or email cvthomebuilders@yahoo.com.

Home Show March 24th

admin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:39:59 +0000

15th Annual HBRA-SV Home & Recreation Show will be held on Saturday, March 24, 2012, at the Spartan Arena (behind the Diamond Run Mall)Route 7 South, Rutland, Vermont from 9:00am to 3:00pm. We are excited to use this location again this year because it allows for more space and expanded activities, plus outdoor displays. It is FREE admission! There will be food concessions, a contractor only special drawing, demonstrations, 30-Minute “How To” Workshops, plus free kid’s activities and door prize drawings that will take place throughout the day. And, there will be a NEW Green building exhibitor section. Exhibitor booths still available in all categories!

2012 Officers and Board of Directors announced

admin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:35:59 +0000

The Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Southern Vermont announced their 2012 Slate of Officers and Board of Directors at the annual Holiday Party at the Rutland Country Club in December. They are as follows:

Executive Board made up of President– Linda LaCroix of Aspen Construction Services; 1st Vice President– Don Glendenning of Glendenning LLC; 2nd Vice President— Kevin Durkee of Durkee Insurance Agency; Secretary–Jeff Larson of Gilmore Home Center; Treasurer– Gene Hathaway of Hathaway Construction;

And Board of Directors- Stewart Barker of Stewart Barker Builder; Justus Cameron of The McKernon Group; Jeff Fowler of Stafford Technical Center; Dave Fucci of The Fucci Company; Jeff Gephart of Vermont Star Homes, a program of Efficiency Vermont;

Brian Harrington of Harrington Custom Building; Scott Moore of Johnson Energy Inc.;

Scott Raymond of Sherwin-Williams Co. Paints; Jerry Stearns of Stearns Electric.

Life Directors–Joe Giancola of Giancola Construction & Real Estate; Jim Mumford, Sr.

Also presented during the evening were these special awards:

Associate of the Year— LaValley Building Supply

Builder of the Year— Glendenning LLC

Congratulations to all of these special award winners; to all of the other prize winners drawn during the Holiday party; and to the winners of the 14th Annual HBRA-SV Raffle as follows:

1st Place~$500—Joanie Alden; 2nd Place~$250—Peter Giancola; $50 seller of most tickets–Brian Godnick.

The Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Southern Vermont is an organization of builders, suppliers, and associated businesses whose main purpose is to support and educate the building industry, the community and its members. Come join us with free admission for our 15^th Annual Home & Recreation Show on Saturday, March 24, 2012 at Spartan Arena (behind the Diamond Run Mall in Rutland, VT) from 9:00am until 3:00pm. Exhibitor space for the show is still available. For more information about the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Southern Vermont, call or fax (802)773-0672, send an email to cvthomebuilders@yahoo.com, or check us out on the web at www.cvthomebuilders.com.

Excellence in Housing Awards

admin — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 14:28:41 +0000

Excellence in Housing Awards

We are pleased to accept entries for our 13th Annual Excellence in Housing Awards to be held on February 15, 2012. These awards recognize the outstanding projects completed by our builder members! We also encourage Associate members to enter “best feature by an associate member”, as well as all members to enter for “best website” and “best marketing piece”.

There will be a power point presentation at the awards banquet where all entries will be viewed and winners highlighted. We will send out press releases to newspapers in our membership area, and if you win, will send one specific to your business to the paper of your choice. You will also be listed on our website and mentioned in our monthly E-newsletter, where winners will be featured. Entrants must be HBRA-SV members. Deadline for entry has been extended to January 27th!

admin — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 17:36:59 +0000

Results from our September 21st Annual Golf Tournament at Green Mountain National, Killington, VT

We really lucked out with the weather..and that Route 4 opened up the Friday before the tourney!

Thanks to all our players and those that donated prizes

Thanks to our sponsors!

Banquet–LaValley Building Supply

Awards–Keyser Energy

Towels–Aspen Construction Services

Bags–Gilmore Home Center

Tees–Sherwin Williams

Golf Balls–FW Webb

Shirts–Godnick Grand Furniture & Village Tile

Hole-in-one–Allen Pools & Spas/hot tub

Longest Drive–RK Miles

Closest to the Pin–Casella Waste Management

Water & Snacks–Curtis Lumber

Hole sponsors:

Aspen Construction Services

Marvin Windows

FW Webb

Hull Maynard Agency

Vermont Housing Finance Agency

Sherwin-Williams

Hathaway Construction

Durkee Insurance Agency

Proctor Gas

Dean Rooker Painting

Boston Cedar

Berkshire Bank

Best Appliance & Kitchens

Excel Plumbing & Heating

Builders Installed

Glendenning Vermont Country Homes

Bethel Mills Lumber

Congratulations to:

1st gross team: Kinney Pike Insurance team

Greg McClallen, Mike Hickey, Jake Obar, Vic Shappy

1st net team: Gilmore Home Center team

Scott Larson, Matt Misencik, Ken Rice, Chipper Vanderminden

2nd gross team: Fucci Co. team

Dave Fucci, Jerry Stearns, Scott Brileya, Dan Tricarico

2nd net team: Godnick’s Grand Furniture team

Jeff Godnick, Steve Doheny, Mark Brilling, Gene Choppa

Closest to the pin

Men: Kevin Birchmore

Women: Linda LaCroix

Longest drive

Men: Mark Noble

Women: Linda LaCroix

Shoot out contest: Jeff Larson

Putting Contest: Ron Slusarczyk

(runner up Seth Birkheimer)

FREE Workshop May 11th

FREE Workshop

• Expansion of RBES jurisdiction to include alterations, renovations, & repair of existing buildings (previously RBES only applied to new construction & additions > 500 sq. ft.)

• Increases in insulation levels that exceed current conventional construction practice

• Basement/crawlspace walls R-15 continuous or R-20 if thermally bridged

• Slab – R-15 Slab edge & under slab (under slab required for heated slabs only)

• Walls – R-20 for 2”x 6” or R-13 (cavity) + R-5 (continuous on exterior) for 2”x 4” walls

• Ceilings – R-49 (with some exceptions)

• Windows – weighted average U-factor of U-0.32 or less

Legislative Breakfast…Manchester April 2nd. See calendar page for details.

15th Annual Home & Recreation Show.

The show will be held on Saturday, March 24th from 9:00am to 3:00pm at Spartan Arena which is located behind Diamond Run Mall on Route 7 South, Rutland, Vermont.

Excellence in Housing Awards Winners

Home Show March 24th

2012 Officers and Board of Directors announced

Excellence in Housing Awards

Excellence in Housing Awards

Results from our September 21st Annual Golf Tournament at Green Mountain National, Killington, VT

The show will be held on Saturday, March 24^th from 9:00am to 3:00pm at Spartan Arena which is located behind Diamond Run Mall on Route 7 South, Rutland, Vermont.