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Official Publication Produced for Members of the Indiana Builders Association, Inc. The Only Statewide News Coverage of Residential/Light Commercial Construction

July, 2007 www.BuildIndiana.org Volume 43, No. 7 Indiana Housing Leaders Visit Congressmen in Washington, DC

U.S. Congressman Steve Buyer (center), representing District 4, met with housing leaders from Indiana during the recent NAHB Legislative Conference.

Housing leaders from Indiana visited with U.S. Congressman Mike Pence (seventh from right) at the United States Capitol. Pence represents District 6.

Members of Indiana’s housing delegation met with U.S. Congressman Joe Donnelly (third from left), (District 2), while in Washington, DC, for the NAHB Legislative Conference. Pictured are (left to right): IBA CEO Rick Wajda; NAHB Build-PAC Trustee Heath VanNatter; Donnelly; NAHB Build-PAC Trustee Dale DeVon; IBA President Stephen Robinson, GMB, CGB, CGR, CAPS; and Indiana’s State Representative to NAHB Tom U.S. Congressman Peter Visclosky (center) met with constituents and housing leaders (left Mullen, MIRM. to right): Dale DeVon; Brooke Burtnett; Visclosky; Tim Henderlong, CGB; and Dennis Henderlong, CGB. Visclosky represents Indiana’s 1st District.

A large number of housing leaders from Indiana met with U.S. Congressman Mark Souder (center), in Washington, DC. Souder represents Indiana’s District 3. U.S. Congressman Brad Ellsworth (third from left) met with his constituents and IBA leaders (left to right): Jeff Happe, LeAnn Happe, Ellsworth, Doug Dillion, Tom Slater, Indiana to Debut Revised Mary Pedtke, and Bill Pedtke. Ellsworth is from Evansville and represents Indiana’s 8th Certified Aging-In-Place District. Courses July 24th to 26th PAID IBA to Host Trip to Cincinnati Reds Game embers from Indiana attending PRSRT STD

th US POSTAGE - NAHB Build-PAC Fundraiser Set for July 26 - the upcoming Certified Aging- PERMIT NO.279 In-Place Specialist (CAPS) INDIANAPOLIS, IN embers of the Indiana Builders Rick Wajda, IBA’s CEO. “Proceeds from M th th courses on July 24 to 26 will Association are lining up to the outing will benefit the NAHB Build- receive the latest up-to-date in- M spend a day at the old ball park PAC, the national PAC fund that supports formation as the courses have recently been th on Thursday, July 26 , to watch pro-housing candidates in Congress.” revised by the National Association of Home the Cincinnati Reds take on the Milwau- For a minimum contribution of $250 to Builders (NAHB) University of Housing. kee Brewers. The opening pitch is set for NAHB Build-PAC, participants will receive The courses will debut in Indiana at the 12:35 pm at the Great American one ticket to the game, refreshments, and Indiana Housing Center in Indianapolis be- Ball Park in Cincinnati, Ohio. transportation to and from Indianapolis. ginning with “Working With & Marketing Timberland Lumber Contributions or gifts to NAHB Build-PAC to Older Adults” instructed by Greg Company’s luxury motor are not tax deductible for federal income Miedema, CGR, CGB, CAPS, on July 24th. coach bus will depart from tax purposes and must be made by personal Mike Weiss, CGR, CGB, GMB, CAPS, will downtown Indianapolis at the or non-corporate check or credit card. instruct the revised “Home Modifications” Indiana Housing Center Reserve your spot today by completing course on July 25th. parking lot at 10:00 am. and faxing the registration form on page 5 Jud Motsenbocker, CGR, CAPS, will teach “It promises to be a or by calling the IBA office at (800)377- the Business Management for Building Pro- day of fun and net- 6334. fessionals course on July 26th. working for a great Event Sponsor For more information and to register see cause,” comments page 3 or call IBA at (800)377-6334. Indiana Builders Association 44670 Box P.O. Indianapolis, IN 46244-0670 Page 2, The Indiana Bildor July, 2007 The Indiana Stay on the Cutting Edge with ‘Green’ and ‘CAPS’ Bildor s always, my attendance at the re- and aging-in-place are not fads; they will cent National Association of Home President’s not be going away. Americans will not get Official publication of the Builders (NAHB) Legislative Con- younger. The energy crisis and cost of fuel Indiana Builders Association, Inc. A Message ference and Spring Board meetings will not roll back under $50 dollars a barrel street address rewarded me with insight that will benefit By Stephen or $2 dollars a gallon. 1011 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St., me professionally and personally. It was Robinson, The good news is that many of us are al- Ste. 100, Indianapolis, IN 46202 interesting sharing with our brothers and GMB, CGB, CGR, CAPS, ready doing home modifications and Green mailing address sisters across the country on what is hap- New Castle practices without realizing it. Your poten- P.O. Box 44670 pening nationwide. Some areas of the coun- President, tial clients might not realize it either. Indianapolis, IN 46244-0670 try are slower than others. There were dif- Indiana Builders Association The better news is that you have the tools 1-800-377-6334 * (317) 236-6334 ferent reasons for the success or failure of at your disposal right here in Indiana for FAX (317) 236-6342 www.BuildIndiana.org markets and marketing strategies in differ- ride this wave or be buried by those that you to get a leg up on both of these sub- [email protected] ent areas. There were a couple areas that are. Facts are facts. I encourage you to go jects. The IBA is hosting two more CAPS Published monthly. seem to be carrying builders, developers, online and see if you can get through a week sessions this year in Indianapolis. The Advertising rates available upon request. and remodelers across the nation. These or even a day of television, radio, news- newly revised CAPS classes will debut July This publication will not knowingly accept any advertisement that is in vio- two areas are “home building and remodel- print or MSN and not see something about 24th to 26th and will be offered again Octo- lation of the law. Inclusion of an advertisement and/or article does NOT st nd indicate approval or endorsement of the product, service, or opinion by ing for the 50+ Market” and “Green Build- either one of these topics. ber 31 to November 2 . See page 3 for Indiana Builders Association. ing and Remodeling”. AARP said that they hope for our industry complete details. Senior Officers Throughout the conference and sessions, to have 5,000 Certified Aging-In-Place Spe- IBA will also be offering the new Green President Vice President the topics that were constantly being dis- cialists (CAPS) in the next five years. This is Building two-day course on October 25th Stephen Robinson, GMB, CGR David Compton th R.E. Construction CGB, CAPS R.N. Thompson & Assn. cussed were “aging-in-place universal de- a designation that is available through the and 26 in Indianapolis with yours truly as 170 N. C.R. 400 W. 13378 Silverstone Dr. sign,” and “green”. Indiana Builders Association (IBA) in con- the instructor. See page 20 for details. New Castle, IN 47362 Fishers, IN 46037 The meeting room for the Green Building junction with the NAHB. AARP is commit- I strongly encourage you to take advan- (765) 533-6413 (317) 281-4177 FAX (765) 533-4297 [email protected] Task Force was packed. Over 18 states had ted to continuing to encourage their mem- tage of these opportunities. The IBA Board [email protected] some kind of legislation that was introduced bers to do business with a CAPS trained pro- of Directors and Senior Officers team are this year about Green standards or mandates, fessional. Visit their website at www.aarp.org. dedicated to providing every member the Treasurer Secretary INCLUDING INDIANA. The NAHB Board Do a search and you will find links that will tools necessary to sustain your companies Dennis Spidel, GMB, CGB, CGR Andy Place, Sr. Dennis Spidel Custom Homes Place Builders, Inc. approved $2.4 million dollars to spearhead place a member with a CAPS graduate. This and keep our membership on the cutting 613 W. Maumee St. 1620 N. Ironwood Green research and marketing. is the fastest growing segment of the popula- edge. Angola, IN 46703 South Bend, IN 46635 I talked to builders in Michigan who were tion with the largest pool of discretionary Thank you for your time and dedication (260) 665-1599 (574) 259-4858 FAX (260) 665-3828 FAX (574) 259-5020 using a combination of the over 50 market- cash in the history of the world. We are talk- to this great industry that I am privileged to [email protected] [email protected] ing and modifications and green design and ing trillions here. represent on your behalf. marketing and said they were having one I was on MSN while in DC and noticed Please pause now and then and count National Rep. NAHB Area 9 VP Tom Mullen, MIRM Loren Swanson of their best years. Remember, that was in there is something about Green almost daily. your many blessings. May the Lord con- Thomas E. Mullen & As. Southern Michigan Htg. Michigan. From Oprah to Save the Planet Live Earth tinue to Bless You and Yours. 6251 Behner Way 1508 First Street Okay Stephen, we know that you like these Concerts to Al Gore. It is everywhere. Green - Sincerely, Stephen Indianapolis, IN46250 Jackson, MI 49203 two subjects – but what does it all mean? (317) 845-8467 (517)784-9125 FAX (317) 849-2122 FAX (517)784-9133 The tide is swelling. This is a wave that is [email protected] [email protected] growing like a Tsunami. You can either Builder Area Vice Presidents Area 1 Marge Frame, CAPS (219) 405-8322 IBA Board and Area 2 Doug Miller (574) 264-0644 RAINTREE Area 3 Jim Klotz (574) 457-2406 Committees to Meet Area 4 Tina Bernachi (765) 563-6363 Serving Central Indiana & Western Ohio Area 5 Terry Robinson (765) 935-5830 he Indiana Builders Association’s Area 6 Ryan Baker, GMB, CGB (812) 299-4128 (IBA) State Board of Directors will Nu-Wool® WALLSEAL® is a cellulose Area 7 Dan Losekamp, CGB, CAPS (513) 367-5495 meet on August 20th and 21st to re- Area 8 John Peninger, GMB, CGB, CAPS (812) 853-2118 T insulation high in R-Value, made by view pertinent housing industry Nu-Wool® Company, Inc., a business Associate Area Vice Presidents Area 1 David Newham (219) 405-9969 association issues. The meetings will be with over 50 years of proven performance Area 2 Ken Schmitt (574) 533-0586 held at the Gene B. Glick Junior Achieve- standards. Become part of this Area 3 Brad Cayot (260) 493-2596 ment of Central Indiana Conference Center tradition of excellence. More and more Area 4 Jeff Hodges, CGB (765) 457-5333 at 7435 N. Keystone Avenue in Indianapo- homeowners and builders are choosing Area 5 Pat Smith (800) 828-6080 ® Area 6 Doug Dillion (812) 299-0169 lis. to insulate with Nu-Wool . Area 7 LaQuita Jennings (812) 275-7718 IBA’s Central Indiana Code Seminar will Area 8 J. Trent Hunt (812) 949-7444 be held on Monday, August 20th, from 10:00 Worried about mold and mildew? Our Professional Sales and National Director am to 5:00 pm in conjunction with the meet- Installation Teams Matt Sigler, Indianapolis, (317) 848-4040 ings. See page 6 for complete details. Nu-Wool® is treated with Borates Will customize your insulation needs. Other meetings being held on Monday, Board Parlimentarian that resists mold and mildew. August 20th are: Provide you or your customer with a Jeff Scripture, Indianapolis, (317) 574-6046 Nu-Wool® is fire retardant. 12:30 to 1:30 pm – Senior Officers; heat guarantee - NU-WOOL Staff ® 1:30 to 2:30 pm – IBA’s Educational Schol- Nu-Wool is noncorrosive to pipes. EXCLUSIVE! Rick Wajda, Chief Executive Officer/ Chief Lobbyist - [email protected] arship Foundation Board; Nu-Wool® is a totally recycled, Do your job in a clean, timely, and Cindy Bussell, Chief Operating Officer / 2:30 to 3:30 pm - Housing Protection Fund environmentally friendly product. professional manner. Bildor Publisher - [email protected] Board; Carlie Hopper, Member Services Director 3:30 to 5:30 pm – Executive Committee; [email protected] To learn more about our Call Raintree Insulation Heather Love, Information Coord. 5:00 to 7:00 pm - Hoosier Hospitality Re- Stephen Robinson, ception. [email protected] product, visit GMB, CGB, CGR, CAPS Cheri Ellefson, Communications Coord. Meetings being held on Tuesday, August [email protected] 21st are: www.nuwool.com (765) 524-0044 Brooke Burtnett, Gov. Affairs Coordinator [email protected] 8:00 to 9:00 am – IBA Office Space Task Roger Stephens, Local Gov. Affairs Specialist/ Force; Lobbyist - [email protected] 8:30 to 10:00 am – Joint meeting of the Marlys Pedtke, Code & Technical Specialist Builder and Associate Area Vice Presidents’, [email protected] The Oldest and Fastest Growing Cellulose Insulation Company in America. A. William Carson, Chair. Emeritus of Board Board (see page 5) July, 2007 The Indiana Bildor, Page 3 Your Ticket to a New Market The IBA Housing University Debuts: Revised Certified Aging-in-Place (CAPS) Courses

Reserve Your Seat! Meet The Stars of the Show! Earn your designation in 3 courses! The Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation program teaches the technical, business management, and customer service skills essential to serve the aging- Working With & Marketing to Older Adults in-place market. July 24; 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Continuing education requirements are: CAPS designates are required to complete twelve Millions of Americans are living more Why earn a CAPS (12) hours of continuing education every three years, and six (6) of the twelve (12) hours active lives. In embracing newly found designation? must be from an NAHB University of Housing course and the remaining six (6) hours may and changing lifestyles, a need to be earned by completing approved state and local seminars, NAHB seminars, or college revitalize their home environment has The CAPS Program courses related to the building industry with a maximum of two (2) hours earned by arisen. Learn best practices in will expand your under- participating in community service projects (work done for the public good without communicating and interacting with this compensation). exciting and evolving population, and standing of the aging-in- Graduation Fees: $145 HBA members/$245 non-HBA members payable to NAHB take advantage of one of the fastest growing market segments in remodeling place market, provide University of Housing. and related industries. Greg Miedema, the necessary technical Annual Renewal Fees: $50 HBA members/$75 non-HBA members payable to the NAHB CGR, CGB, CAPS, Dakota Builders, University of Housing. Inc., has designed and remodeled Tucson, Arizona homes knowledge & resources, for over 20 years. and give you the tools July 24, 2007 Working With & Marketing to Older Adults, Indpls. Home Modifications to gain access to the mar- July 25, 2007 Home Modifications, Indpls. July 25; 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. July 26, 2007 Business Mngt. for Building Professionals, Indpls. The growth of the older adult population ket. of the United States has presented a huge opportunity for remodelors to use aging-in-place principles to modify the Later Dates homes of these adults. As this consumer October 31, 2007 Working with & Marketing to Older Adults, Indianapolis group expands, more and more are interested in remodeling their home to November 1, 2007 Home Modifications, Indianapolis July fit their new lifestyle and abilities. This November 2, 2007 Business Management for Building Professionals, Indpls. Certified Aging-in-Place course helps you to understand the guidelines and 24-25-26 Registration Fees & Payment Information requirements of accessibility, the importance of doing an assessment with input from a qualified ____x 195/course for HBA members healthcare provider, and the significance of good design to ____x 245/course for Non-HBA members Save up to $70! make modifications that can transform a house into a safe, ____ $50 Discount: Register for all 3 Courses attractive, and comfortable home for life. Mike Weiss, CGR, ____ $20 Early Bird Discount: Register 30 Days in Advance of Course CGB, GMB, CAPS, WeissRCMI, has 30 years experience in construction and development as an engineer and a An official University Amount Due: $______(NON-HBA MEMBERS MUST PREPAY contractor. WITH CHECK OR MC/VISA) of Housing Sponsor: Business Management for Building Professionals Payment Method: ___ Check Enclosed ___ Invoice July 26; 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ___ MasterCard (MC)/Visa Whether you are starting a new business MC/Visa Acct. #______or want to improve your current busi- Exp. Date ______ness, this course can provide you with a V Code (last 3 digits located in signature line) ______variety of essential “tools” for your busi- Signature ______ness management toolbox. This course Want your logo discusses the components of a business here? Questions: Contact Carlie Hopper at (800) 377-6334 or plan; defining and staffing your business; performance tools for managing and Call IBA for [email protected] monitoring administration, sales, and pro- Sponsor details Return Completed Form: IBA, P.O. Box 44670 duction, and strategies for managing (800) 377-6334. Indianapolis, IN 46244-0670 FAX (317) 236-6342 common challenges experienced in startup businesses. Jud

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1234567890123456789012345678901212345678901234567890123456789012123456789012345678901234567890121234567890123 Luther King Jr., St., Indpls., IN 46202 Page 4, The Indiana Bildor July, 2007 NAHB Board Meeting & Legislative Conference Draw Thousands to DC he Spring Board meeting was held entire year so that if you apply for more recently in Washington, DC, with than one committee there will not be a con- T over 1,500 in attendance from flicting meeting (the computer will not al- around the country. low you to apply for two or more compet- ing meetings). The International Builders Show will be State held in Orlando, Florida from February 13 Representative to 16, 2008. The first 400 registrations want- Report ing to take the PREP or BAR examines will be able to do so at no charge (free). Numer- By Tom Mullen ous attendees have questioned (through NAHB Area 9 Vice President Loren Swanson (left) welcomes (left to right): IBA’s Chief State Representative surveys) why four years in Orlando? There Operating Officer Cindy Bussell, IBA’s State President Stephen Robinson, GMB, CGB, to NAHB, Indiana are only three cities in the United States CGR, CAPS, and NAHB Women’s Council member Carole Jones to the Caucus meeting. Builders Association that can handle a show of this size - Chi- cago, Las Vegas and Orlando. The 2007 and 2008 shows were originally scheduled The session was packed with committee for Atlanta, but due to the show’s incredible meetings, the Board meeting, speeches from growth, Atlanta was unable to fulfill the Presidential candidates, as well as a full- space requirements. Orlando was the only day Legislative Conference where housing city able to cover the Atlanta dates on very leaders met with their US Senators and Rep- short notice. After 2008, the show will move resentatives to educate them on issues per- to Las Vegas for 2009 and 2010 and then tinent to the industry. A large delegation alternate every two years between Las Ve- from Indiana was in attendance. gas and Orlando. The committee meetings serve members Recognition of Long-Term 50+ Mem- in every category of our business. I encour- bers - NAHB wants to recognize members IBA leaders attending the NAHB Spring Board Session are (left to right): Dennis age anyone interested in a committee ap- that have been in the association for 50 or Henderlong, CGB, IBA Past State President; Tom Mullen, MIRM, Indiana’s State Repre- pointment to apply. The application pro- more years. If you or a member you know sentative to NAHB; Tom Slater, IBA’s Associate National Director and State Membership cess has been streamlined and can be found has been a member for 50 years, please let Chairman; and Doug Dillion, IBA’s Education Committee Chairman. at www.nahb.org/committeeform. The dead- your Executive Officer know so the name line for applications is September 29, 2007. can be forwarded to the Indiana Builders When applying for appointment, commit- Association for forwarding to NAHB. tee meetings have been scheduled for the Mullen (see page 5) Indiana’s Complete Lumber Supplier

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It was a packed house at the NAHB Area 9 Caucus meeting where members from Indiana, Michigan, and Illinois discussed housing industry issues pertinent in the area. July, 2007 The Indiana Bildor, Page 5

Mullen (from page 4) National Membership Day was a great suc- terfere with the flow of credit to housing Indiana’s NAHB Build-PAC 11th most influential PAC in cess with 12,925 new members called in. through the secondary mortgage market. the nation Indiana ranked third with 1,370 members * Support comprehensive immigration re- Why should I contribute to the reported, Texas was first with 2,056 mem- form that includes provisions for a Guest Federal Housing Political Action Fund (PAC)? bers and Florida was second with 1,703. My Worker and illegal immigrant-focused pro- thanks to all who participated by calling gram, so the housing industry continues to ? in. have a steady, reliable labor force. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has stopped legislation Indiana had nearly 30 members and staff * Support legislation that removes regu- that would have negatively impacted all homeowners. (NAHB stopped legislation that would have eliminated the mortgage exemption.) attend the Legislative Conference. IBA’s latory barriers that make home building members met with Indiana’s Congressional more difficult and tend to curtail housing NAHB supports political races in Indiana. Delegation. As a group, we discussed the production, such as wetlands and federal top issues facing our industry which in- storm water permitting program reform. Protect housing interests at the federal level. Stop anti-growth legislation. clude: I strongly encourage everyone to take ad- Currently, less than 1% of IBA members contribute to the NAHB Build-PAC. * Support efforts to keep housing on track vantage of the hundreds of member ben- as the nation’s most important economic efits available through your membership in engine and wealth builder. the NAHB. Utilizing the discount programs Indiana’s NAHB Build-PAC * Support legislation that does not over alone can repay the cost of membership. Club Members regulate the housing GSEs, so as not to in- Visit www.nahb.org for complete details. Board (from page 2) Capitol Club Local Presidents’ and Vice Presidents, Lo- is a sponsor of the Board session. ($5,000 Annually) cal Executive Officers’, and Membership All meetings and the reception will be held Gordon Moore, Farmersburg Committee; at the Gene B. Glick Junior Achievement of 9:00 to 5:00 pm – BAR/PREP Assessment Central Indiana Conference Center, 7435 Larry Swank, Mishawaka Join A Club Today! (must pre-register and a fee applies, see page N. Keystone Avenue, Indianapolis, IN Rick Jenkins, Terre Haute* Call 1-800-377-6334 23 for details). 46240. John Scheumann, Lafayette* for details. 9:00 to 10:00 am – Rural On-Site Waste- Hotel rooms are available at the Bob Thompson, Indianapolis* water Subcommittee, Builder Registration/ AmeriSuites at 9104 Keystone at the Cross- Roger & Herb Delagrange, Ft. Wayne* Licensing Task Force, and Green Building ing for $99 for single/double. A hot conti- Task Force; nental breakfast is included in the room 10:00 to 11:00 am – Membership Com- price. Reservations can be made by calling Gold Key Club mittee and Convention Committee; the AmeriSuites direct no later than August ($1,000 Annually) 10:00 to 12:00 noon - Codes Committee; 6th to make your reservations at (317)843- Ryan Baker, GMB, CGB, Terre Haute Tom Mullen, MIRM, Indianapolis 10:30 to 12:00 noon - Land Use Commit- 0064. Room availability and rate cannot Tom J. Borger, Elkhart Charles Pechette, Indianapolis tee, Associates Committee, and Remodelers; be guaranteed. Cindy Bussell, Indianapolis Andy Place, Sr., South Bend 12:00 to 2:30 pm – Board of Directors. The Board meeting is a meal function, Dale DeVon, Granger Stephen Robinson, GMB, CGB, CGR, CAPS, New Castle All members are welcome to attend the therefore reservations are necessary and Mike Hannigan, Jr., Indianapolis Allen Rosenberg, Indianapols Board session, committee meetings, and may be made by calling IBA at (800)377- Dennis Henderlong, CGB, Crown Point Ken Schmitt, Goshen Hoosier Hospitality Reception. 6334. Cost is $20 if pre-registered, $25 at Tim Henderlong, CGB, Crown Point Paul Shoopman, Zionsville SuperFleet Association Fueling Program the door. Additional $7 fee to be invoiced. David Kovich, GMB, CAPS, Lafayette Dennis Spidel, GMB, CGB, CGR, Angola Doug Miller, Elkhart Heath VanNatter, Kokomo NAHB Build-PAC Baseball Game Road Trip: Charles Morgan, Indianapolis Rick Wajda, Indianapolis Jud Motsenbocker, CGB, CGR, CAPS, Muncie Mike Weiss, Jr., GMB, CGB, CGR, CAPS, Carmel What: Cincinnati Reds v. Milwaukee Brewers Where: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH Dollar-A-Day Club When: July 26, 2007; 12:35 p.m., opening pitch ($365 Annually) (We will leave the Indiana Housing Center @approximately 10 a.m.) Tom Bedsole, Indianapolis Dan Losekamp, GMB, CAPS, Harrison, OH Cost: $250 minimum contribution to NAHB Build-PAC; includes one ticket Mike Bell, GMB, CGB, CGR, CAPS, Westville Gary Maust, GMB, CGB, CGR, CAPS, Elkhart David Compton, Indianapolis Bill Roach, Brownsburg to the game, refreshments, and transportation to and from Indianapolis in a Terry Day, Terre Haute Steve Schreckengast, Lafayette luxury motor coach. Mary Ellis, Lafayette Ron Smith, CGB, Santa Claus Marge Frame, Valparaiso Dave Sunderman, Lawrenceburg Greg Furnish, Memphis Mike Ullery, Kokomo NAHB Build-PAC Day at the Reds Form Doug Gooch, Kokomo Joe Vecera, Centerville Name______Company______Sarah Huff, Indianapolis Vince Von Der Vellen, Elkhart Address______Champions Club City State, Zip______(less than $100 Annually) Ted Johnson, Ft. Wayne ($75) Phone______Fax______E-mail______The Hundreds Club Curtis Dickey, Beech Grove ($60) Jeff Moser, Mishawaka ($60) Payment Options Event Sponsor: ($364 - $100 Annually) Brent Phillips, Indianapolis ($60) Matt Swope, Indianapolis ($300) Donald Robinson, New Castle ($60) Richard Westlake, Greenwood ($200) David Newham, Valparaiso ($55) ___ Enclosed is my personal or non-corporate check made payable to BUILD-PAC Tom Beale, Kokomo ($160) Roger Cox, Jasper ($50) for a minimum of $250. Eric Dibiaso, Kokomo ($160) Todd Newman, CGB, CGR, CAPS, Riley ($50) James Klotz, Fort Wayne ($160) Jeff Scripture, Indianapolis ($50) ___ Please charge all payments to my personal credit card. (circle one) John Gooch, Russiaville ($150) Craig Taelman, South Bend ($50) VISA MasterCard American Express Thad Adams, Clarksville ($100) Stephen Turner, Floyds Knobs ($50) Jean Feikes, LaPorte ($100) Will Wright, Carmel ($50) Card Number: ______Contributions or gifts to BUILD- Steve Fredrick, Huntertown ($100) Al Eisenhour, CGR, CAPS, Plymouth ($40) Henry Olynger, Marion ($100) David Young, Carmel ($30) Signature:______PAC are not tax deductible for fed- Steve Riggs, Indianapolis ($100) Edward Ludwig, LaPorte ($25) Exp:______Security Code:______eral income tax purposes. Only Adlai Schrock, Goshen ($100) Ben Bunt, Fort Wayne ($20) PERSONAL or NON-CORPORATE Bill Sodo, GMB, CGB, Crown Point ($100) Bill Carson, Fishers ($20) Complete and return with contribution to Jeff Deahl, Angola ($20) IBA, P.O. Box 44670, Indianapolis, IN 46244- checks or credit cards may be ac- * In-Kind contribution of golf course. Craig Rice, Lafayette ($20) 0670. Questions? (800) 377-6334 cepted by BUILD-PAC. As of May 31, 2007. Tom Schroering, Jasper ($20) Page 6, The Indiana Bildor July, 2007 list and the actual new amendment language for amendment will add two exceptions to IRC Sec. IRC Code Committee Work is Finished those that passed, is available by e-mail at R 408.2 “Openings for under-floor ventilation.” [email protected] or by calling the IBA office at In order to gain the support of the committee for he IRC Committee of the Indiana Fire Maust, GMB, CGB, CGR, CAPS; Matt Sigler; (800)377-6334 ext. 105. unvented crawl spaces, Fox agreed to Indiana Prevention & Building Safety Commis- and John Weesner, CAPS. Sincere thanks also to The remainder of the agenda addressed seven Association of Building Officials (IABO) spon- T sion, which has been meeting this past Commissioner Mike Christoffersen, who served tabled items and seven new items. Interestingly, sored changes in the IRC energy chapter, Chapter winter to update amendments to the IRC, the committee as Commissioner liaison. Others of the seven tabled items (items that were submit- held its last meeting in June. Many thanks to the who served during the year were Travis Beckman; ted and discussed perhaps months ago, but not following IBA members who served tirelessly on Don Smessaert, GMB, CGB, CAPS; and Mike resolved by the committee), only one passed: Understanding this committee and were present at this meeting: Smith, CGA. #112-06 originally submitted by IBA member Bill Lynn Madden, IBA Codes Committee Chairman; An early agenda item was a block vote to affirm Fox, Jr, CGB, Senior Life Director, to allow the Code Joe Heinsman, IBA Codes Committee Vice Chair- that all 115 proposals that had been reviewed were unvented crawl spaces. “Study after study has man; Houser Canter; Leon Fisher, CGB, CGA, in fact the work of the committee, i.e., the propos- shown that vented crawl spaces are not desirable By Marlys CAPS; Bill Fox, Jr., CGB; Craig Johnson; Gary als that had passed and those that had failed. This in climates like Indiana’s,” explained Fox. Fox’s Pedtke Code & Technical Specialist Current Code Issues & Practical Applications Indiana Builders Seminar hosted by the Indiana Builders Association Association 11, that bring more specific requirements for crawl This one-day class is designed to discuss in depth the current code issues that are occurring across the State Pick from 3 space wall insulation into the IRC, mainly appli- of Indiana. The current code has been in effect since September 11, 2005, and these are the topics that have dates in 3 cable to stepped down crawl spaces. come into dispute among some local officials and builders. The IRC Committee of the Fire Prevention & locations The tabled proposals that did not pass included: local authority to define heavy termite areas, ex- Building Safety Commission has met throughout the winter of 2005-06, and written amendments to help clarify throughout the state. pansion of the term “Building Official” in the IRC some of these issues. Come, listen and take part in the discussions, as they affect you and your locality. Learn to include the State Building Commissioner, and what the code intended, how new amendments might clarify confusing situations, and what to say and do when nothing allowance of two rows of 4-inch masonry block helps to resolve your specific issue. Local ordinances and appeals are important tools for forging agreement between at the top of masonry foundation walls. Tabled disagreeing parties. Learn how to read and understand local ordinances, and how to respond positively and productively to proposals that were withdrawn included: required acceptance of engineered designs, allowance for a stop work order via an appeal. Learn how to keep the inspector as your friend while you do! And more!! irregularities in the slope of garage floors, and TOPICS TO BE ADDRESSED: detailed barrier requirements for swimming pools. • Truss tie downs A recent ruling by a Marion County Superior • Rebar in basements and grounding issues Course is approved for 6 hours of elective Court judged that acceptance of engineered de- • Bearing under beams continuing education credits toward Indiana’s signs is mandatory for building officials, hence the above proposal was considered moot. The • Two-ply trusses Real Estate License and 6 hours of Category I • discussion regarding swimming pool barriers in- Crawlspaces elective continuing education credits toward • Insulation dicates that everyone would like to see pool regu- • Indiana’s Home Inspector License. lations as a part of the IRC, and the barrier re- PRESENTERS Fire blocking quirements are reasonable. Further study was Lynn Madden is a Journeyman Carpenter by trade, and worked in the trades for eight years before becoming a building inspector. judged needed regarding the definitions for, and She worked approximately two years as an inspector, during which time she became a certified building inspector in 13 different distinctions between, in ground pools, on ground fields, including plan review, for both residential and commercial construction. She then became the Building Commissioner/ pools, above ground pools, and portable pools, Zoning Administrator and worked three more years in County Government. She is now the Code Compliance/Quality Control this last category of which is not currently regu- lated. Once these definitions are worked out, we Supervisor for Hallmark Homes, Inc. She inspects every home Hallmark Homes builds, before insulation and at the rough in stage. may see residential pool regulations come into the Lynn is the Codes Committee Chairman for the IBA. IRC as a special amendment in the future. August 20, 2007 The new proposals all passed except, unfortu- September 18, 2007 October 3, 2007 nately, an important one that was attempting to Central Indiana Region Northern Indiana Region Southern Indiana Region provide relief from requirements for truss to wall 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. connections, found at IRC Sec. R802.10.5. The Gene B. Glick Junior Achievement of 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. failure of the proposal, in combination with the Central Indiana Conference Center, Waterford Estates Lodge Holiday Inn Hotel Lakeview earlier passage of IABO proposal #67-06, which 7435 N. Keystone Ave., Indianapolis, IN 52890 SR 933 N, South Bend, IN 505 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN eliminates the current Indiana amendment for Sec. R802.10.5, will now require mechanical fasten- Seminar Fee The 2005 Indiana Residential Code is mandatory for the ers for truss to wall connections. $147 first person from company/building dept. class. (2003 International Residential Code plus Indiana The other new proposals that passed include: $117 additional registrant from same company/building dept. Amendments). Portions of the General Administrative Rules inclusion of built up members in the Indiana (seminar fee includes seminar, handouts, refreshments, & lunch) and the new draft amendments will be made available. amendment for long, narrow headers in IRC Sec. R602.7.3; two proposals that specifically regulate Current Code Issues & Practical Applications Seminar water resistant gypsum backing board when di- rectly exposed to water, and allow cement gyp- Name ______Phone ______FAX ______sum backers in accordance with manufacturers’ Company ______E-mail ______recommendations in tub and shower areas; two proposals that require crawl space wall insulation Address ______City, State, Zip ______to extend downward to the finished grade level and then continue vertically or horizontally an- Additional Registrants ______other 24 inches, and amend Table 11-5 not to be in ___ August 20th - Indpls. ___ September 18th - South Bend ___ October 3rd - Clarksville conflict; and a proposal to require boathouses to have gfci protection. ___ First Registrant from IBA Member company or Local Building Dept. @ $147 per person One last proposal discussed: to allow under- ___ Additional registrants from IBA Member company or Local Building Dept. @ $117 per person floor ventilation openings to be placed in the rim ___ Additional non-member fee(s) @ $50 each board provided the openings are unobstructed. Payment Procedure: Total Amount Due $______Check Enclosed ___ Please Invoice The issue was raised when the State Building Commissioner recently issued a code interpreta- ___ MasterCard/Visa Number ______(IBA members/building tion disallowing such openings. The proposal Expiration Date ______Signature ______officials only) did not pass, due to difficulty in understanding VIN Number (last 3 digits on back of credit card in signature block) ______what would constitute an obstruction, but the vote Written cancellations made within 10 days of seminar will receive a refund less a 30% administrative fee. was 9-7-2. So, this idea may re-surface sometime Registrants who fail to attend the course without 10 days prior written notification are liable for the entire fee. in the future also. The final amendments that passed will be pre- Complete and return to: Indiana Builders Association, P.O. Box 44670, Indpls., IN 46244-0670. sented to the Commission as a Proposed Rule for Questions? (800) 377-6334; (317) 236-6334; FAX (317) 236-6342; [email protected] their consideration and adoption. They could be in effect as early as the end of 2007. July, 2007 The Indiana Bildor, Page 7 tracting, welcomes Ned Swanson, AV De- Tim Beck, Miami Savings & Loan, wel- signs; Karl Graber, Homestead Property Ser- comes Roy Patterson, Associate Builders, IBA Welcomes vices; Lonnie Ramer, Hoover Lumber & and Scott Bittner, Cincinnatus Savings & Coal; Lothar Miesel, Indiana & Michigan Loan. Mark Bossert, Tucker Homes, wel- Concrete Corporation, and Jeremy Miller, comes Mindy Lakes, Elite Financial Re- 1,479 New Members JM Concrete Concepts. Adam Massaro, sources; Jackie Bedel, Farm Credit Services; Tempassure Heating & Air Conditioning, David Alig, Main Source Bank; William welcomes Dave Schneil, Berkey Insurance Brower, Nisbet Brower; Joe Czanik, Agency. Gary Maust, GMB, CGB, CGR, Riemeier Lumber Company, and Ron May. CAPS, Dalin Remodeling, welcomes Justin Richard Butcher, Installed Product Services, Bratt, Akins Excavating; Lisa Arendt, Al- welcomes Brian Byrd, Cincinnati Chimney ternative Real Estate Sales; Steve Taylor, C and Masonry; Sandi Ramey, First Choice S Drywall; Grant Maust, DGM Construc- Granite, and Dennis Halpin, Halpin Ceramic tion; Kip Diemer, Diemer Masonry Con- Tile. David Hizer, Aurora Lumber, welcomes struction; Chad Leiby, GRC; Tom Reed, George Zurweller, Don Rae Enterprises, and Hearth Concepts; John Martens, Marjo Con- Wayne Schroeder, Wayne Schroeder Paper struction; Bob Bechtel, Snyder Paints; Tom Hanging & Painting. Pat Kemper, Country- Fallquist, T D Remodeling & Mechanics; wide Home Loans, welcomes Donald William Keiser, Tatay Drilling Contractor, Richardson, Commitment Title Agency; and Kevin Weaver, Weaver Electric & Heat- Mike Noel, Noel Construction & Architec- ing. Douglas Miller, DL Miller Construc- tural, and Roger Kuhn, Stewart Advanced tion, welcomes Julie Lind, American Home Land Title. Joan Lane, Creative Flooring, Mortgage; Dwayne Niccum, Dwayne welcomes Keith Cheek, CS Custom Homes, Niccum Paint & Drywall; Joel Martin, JB and Andrew Lohmiller, Lohmiller Enter- Builders; Jeremy Gingerich, Jeremy’s Con- prises. Andrew Lohmiller, Lohmiller Enter- struction; Larry Friesner, OC Electric; Ann prises, welcomes Tom Lohmiller, Lohmiller IBA Total Membership 7,052 Connolly, Remax Realty Marketing; Rich Construction & General Contracting. Schmucker, Rich’s Plumbing; Jeff Sager, Daniel Losekamp, CGB, CAPS, Kaeser Sager Solid Surface & Installation Services. Losekamp Construction, welcomes John he Indiana Builders Association Kress, Overhead Door Company. Brad Gene Miller, GM Homes, welcomes Brian Frey, Frey Electric; Steve Adam, Insulating (IBA) hosted a statewide mem- Persohn, Central Concrete Supply, wel- Tompkins, Bulldog Custom Cuts; Brent Sales Company; John Redelman, Redelman T bership drive earlier this year comes Phil Bueltel, In Concrete. Gary Cooper, Cooper Damp & Waterpoofing; Heating & Air Conditioning; Rick and in one month recruited Schnell, Sell4Free Welsh Realty, welcomes Brad Simkins, Hoosier Harley Davidson; Losekamp, Rick Losekamp Plumbing, and 1,479 new members. The addition of these Darren Patterson, The Mortgage Company. Richard Kountz, Quick Frame; Dennis Ron Watson, Watson Gravel; David members, brings IBA to a record total of Dennis Voegerl, Voegerl Construction, wel- Stalter, Stalter Glass; Doug Beasy, Tycol Sunderman, Sunderman Construction, wel- 7,052 memberships. Below is a list of the comes Ken Sicard, Town of Ferdinand. Excavating, and Brent Walker, Walker comes Bill Beinkemper, Beinkemper Cre- new members who recently joined, along BA of Elkhart County Trucking. Gary Neterer, Cedar Siding, wel- ative Services; Joe Burdette, Burdette Pole with the member who recruited them. Deb Adams, D Squared Promotions, welcomes Dustin Chevalier, Tradesman Inter- Buildings; Tim Chipman, Chipman Con- Each month, IBA will draw the name of comes Powell Gagich, Gagich Poured Walls. national. Stephanie Perry, Metropolitan crete Construction; Orville Burns, Crossman one lucky recruiter to receive a $100 credit Tracey Bail, CGR, CAPS, Bail Home Ser- Title of Indiana, welcomes Betty Cobb, Sky Fire & Safety; Ed Russel, Ed’s Foundations; toward products and services from Sears vices & Construction, welcomes Angie Capital Mortgage, and Trisha Searer, Time- April Hautman, Friendship State Bank; Commercial Sales, IBA’s official member- Kidd, Fuctional Home Solutions. Betty less Interiors. Brad Pfister, LaSalle Bank, Brian Gaines, Gaines Construction; Dave ship sponsor. In addition, Sears Commer- Cobb, Sky Capital Mortgage, welcomes welcomes Fred Cothard, Cothard Construc- Goodwin, Goodwin Landscaping; Dan cial Sales will provide a $100 credit toward Dan Soule, Ferguson Bath & Kitchen, and tion, and Susie Tucker, Susie Tucker Re- Gutapfel, Gutapfel Roofing; Joe Brandel, the purchase of Sears appliances, water treat- Willie Graham, Willie Grahams Housing alty. Nikki Phillippe, Elkhart Siding Win- Home Furniture; Bob Hrezo, Hrezo Engi- ment, fitness equipment, lawn tractors and Service. Chris Erb, Team Construction, dow & Door Supply, welcomes Carl neering; Bob Domaschico, M & D Insula- mowers, snow throwers, and mattresses to welcomes Ron Justice, Advanced Land Sur- Monchelli, Philips Products. Nola Pyle, Vi- tion; Donald Van Vleet, MJS Appraisals; Indiana’s #1 recruiter for 2007. For your veying, and Justin Moyer, Moyer Electric. nyl by Design, welcomes Andrew Cable, George Fuestel, Ohio Valley Kitchens; Joe local Account Manager, contact Joe Goode Dan Graves, Builders Mart of Goshen, wel- Cutting Edge Steel Roofing. Lisa Parham, Parham Excavating; John Petty, at 317-514-9469 or [email protected]. comes Don Schnoebelen, Schnoebelen Soil Raderstorf, Homan Lumber Mart, welcomes Petty Construction; Jeff Lewis, R.J. Lewis; IBA thanks the following recruiters for Consulting, and Steve Otis, Straight Talk Craig Kelm, Kelm Sales, and Dawn Schell, Mike Sattler, Sattler Plumbing, and Darryl supporting the Builders Association and Construction. Ryan Harrington, Ryan’s Maust Architectural Services. Ken Schmitt, Howe, Star One Realtors. Jesse Willoby, welcomes the following new members: Decks & More, welcomes Dennis Aurora Cabinet, welcomes Rebecca Schmitt, Installed Product Services, welcomes Sam Madison County BA Papszynski, Michiana Window World, and Drake Products. Tim Teeter, Big C Lumber, Richardson, CB Stone; Brad Rhodes, Land- Lawrence Johnson, Mustin Builders, wel- Dave Donnelly, Xtreme Vinyl Solutions. welcomes Marv Ward, Ward Custom Homes. scape & Outer Spaces; Joe Grant, Stone comes Dave Merritt, M & M Insulation; Myron Hathaway, Unique Siding, welcomes Vince Vondervellen, Elkhart Community Work by Grant; Ted Owens, Tri State Tile, Dave Hudson, Anderson Rent All, and Steve Ken Hendricks, ABC Supply. Carl Higley, Bank, welcomes Kevin Carey, Mutual Fed- and Stan Wiedeman, Wiedeman Heating and Sayre, Irrigation Unlimited. Travis Riddle, Jr., Higley Appliance, welcomes Thomas eral Savings Bank; Ron Berg; and Vince Electric. Tri-County Builders Supply, welcomes Phil Nicholas, Glenlord Home Center. Beverly Staltari, Vasco Development. Ray Wagner, HBA of East Central Indiana Stephenson, Redbud Homes. Jacques, Rose Brick & Materials, welcomes Phisz Design, welcomes Scott Franko, US Melissa Myers, Union Savings & Loan As- Signcrafters. Dave Zehr, CGR, CAPS, Zehr Monroe County Building Association Tom Garman, Garman Electric. Greg sociation, welcomes Kathy Hyatt, Farm Construction, welcomes Jim Jones, Ad- Mike Baker, Bender Lumber, welcomes L. Longbrake, Advanced Heating, welcomes Credit Services of Mid-America. vanced CPR, and Sherry Beckwith, MMA Kelly, Centre Bank. Dan Killion, K&B Jeff Heign, Backyard Pools. Jeff Loucks, J Employee Benefit Services. Southwestern Indiana BA Construction, welcomes Scott Sullivan, L Construction, welcomes Brian James, Ad- vanced Security; Neil Bergman, Bergman Chad Ailstock, Ailstock Homes, welcomes Quality Heating & Air Conditioning. Ja- North Central Indiana BA Mark Barclay, Lynnville National Bank. son Peterson, Bender Lumber, welcomes Electric; James Laughman, Herrman & Bryan Kistler, Bryan’s Painting, welcomes Goetz; Bill Hoover, Hoover Well Drilling; William Badger, Sr., Badger Construction, Toby Sullivan, Toby Sullivan Construction. Mark Baker, Baker Specialty & Supply; Ron welcomes Jim Stauber, Electrical Assis- Kenton Robinson, Robinson Construction, Jeff Sawyer, JCS Fireplace & Stone; Kevin Herman, C E Home Theater; Joseph Jones, Wagner, K & W Electric; Kent Smith, K.L. tance; John Bush, John W Bush Excavat- welcomes Barry Larson, Apex Builders. Engineering Aggregates; William Graybeal, ing, and James Young, Young’s Custom Phil Sperry, Mocotico The Title Company, Smith & Sons Construction; Dax Corns, Graybeal Carpet Plus; John Hillis, Hillis & Keystone Masonry; Neal Myers, Max Myers Woodworking. Mark Bates, Louisville Tile welcomes Matt Lantz, Farm Credit Services Hillis; Kenneth Graber, K G Construction; Distributors, welcomes Davin Robling, of Mid-America. Motors Chevrolet; Chad Defrees, Modern Dan Kline, Kline Construction; Terri Riley, Swim, and Doug Littlepage, Total Granite. DWR Design. Alan Bosma, GMB, CGB, BA of Dubois County Security Federal Savings Bank, and John CGR, Bosma Construction, welcomes Brack Dave Mark, Dave Mark Construction, wel- Smith, Shepler Construction. BA of Dubois County welcomes Ken comes Patty Miller, Cressy & Ererett Real Carr, Carr’s Masonry; Susie Hurst, DesignTec Brosmer, Brosmer Land Surveying, and Bill Estate. Jeff Martin, Martin Brothers Con- Dearborn County HBA New Members/Recruiters (see page 9) Page 8, The Indiana Bildor July, 2007 July, 2007 The Indiana Bildor, Page 9

New Members/Recruiters (from page 7) of Vincennes, and Natalie Alvey, Trend Set- Plumbing; Fred Paff, Raben Tire, and Dan Lumber, welcomes Lsica Butler, F.T. Kelly Buescher, Bob Buescher Homes, welcomes ting Appliances. Jay Brantley, Reach Elpers, Veolia Environmental Services. Jeff & Sons; Doug Swain, Roman Marblene Joey Summers, A-Abolite Maintenance; Magazine of Evansville, welcomes Kelly Happe, Happe & Sons Construction, wel- Company, and John Graybill, Graybill Kelli Stephens, Huntley Electric; Kent Chandler, Tri-State Basement Technolo- comes Ray Brown, Brown Brothers; Mike Properties. Jim Schiff, Schiff Air Condition- Greer, Kent Greer Painting; Bobby Lang, gies. Reenie Brown, Carpet Discount Cen- Greenwell, C&M Greenwell Contracting; ing & Heat, welcomes Rick Burch, Trane Lang Construction; Chris Lapham, ter, welcomes Mark Greenwell, American Eric Bowen, Eric Bowen Finish Carpentry; Parts Center. Joe Schmidt, Seward Sales, Lapham Construction, and Terry Myers, Family Insurance; Tyler Steckler, Budget Matthew Reising, Hasgoe Cleaning Sys- welcomes Jane Fehrenbacher, Center Myers Concrete Construction. Jim Bushey, Blinds of Newburgh, and Reeb, Kelley tems; Larry Marshall, Larry D. Marshall Heights Lumber. Chris Scholz, Scholz Dry- Bushey’s Windows Doors & Sunrooms, wel- Chevrolet. Dan Buck, Dan Buck Homes, Disposal; Kent Mann, Mann Seamless Gut- wall & Interiors, welcomes Joe Mattingly comes Jon Sheskey, Champion Windows welcomes Kevin Bowen, Bowen Brothers tering; Mark Handlon, Paint & Carpet De- III, Joe Mattingly Builders; Steve & Patio Room; Doug McComb, and Matt Concrete; Stephen Slow, Diversified Me- pot; Bob Cole, Ralph Cole Construction; Vandergriff, North Star, and Aaron Vaal, Faley, Matt Faley CPA. Elizabeth Carlson, chanical & Plumbing Services; Mike Luke Reis, Reis Tire Sales; Sergey Kulikov, Ubelhor and Sons. Darrell Spears, Spears Granite Ridge Builders, welcomes Daniel Harvey, Harvey Masonry; Mike Reeder, SK Carpentry; Albert Spindler, Suburban & Norman Homes, welcomes John Pickens, Schmucker, D and B Custom Cabinets, and Home Improvement Warehouse; Larry Building, and Cory Burfield, Tradesmen Pickens Homes. Kenneth Stevens, F C Scott Patton, Shelter Specialties & Supply. Cundiff, J & L Contracting; Tim Sigler, JBI International. Jill Hayden, JH Hatfield Tucker/Huber Realty, welcomes Philip Brian Carnes, Home Lumber of New Ha- Construction; Phillip Bryan, Lee Brick and Homes, welcomes Dan Humphrey, Advan- Nuffer, PTN Enterprises. Mike Talbert, The ven, welcomes Phil Morelli, VoMac Truck Block; Mike Wagler, M & B Construction; tage Appraisal; Brian Mackey, BK Floor- Talbert Group, welcomes Chris Stanley, Sales. Brad Cayot, Korte Does It All, wel- Harlen Metzger, Metzger Construction, ing; Darrel Heisler, Indiana-American Wa- Aluma-Kraft Sales; Christopher Thomp- comes Scott Miller, Miller Built. Dave and Brian Mccain, Paint Distributors. Julie ter; Jerry Aigner, Jerry Aigner Construc- son, Integrity Nursery; Jim Cummings, Jim DeHaven, Colonial Homes, welcomes Card, ERA First Advantage Realty, wel- tion. Max Jones, CGB, Heritage Federal Cummings; Rod Pyke, Jr., Pyke Masonry; Chuck Kelley, DeHaven Chevrolet. Herb comes Jennie Toopes, J & T Custom Homes. Credit Union, welcomes James Boyle, Scott Schaefer, S.M.Schaefer Drywall; M. Delagrange, Colonial Homes, welcomes Shane Clements, Eagle Construction & De- Southwestern Indiana Land Title. Bill Schucker, Schucker’s Iron Works, and Heather Presley, City of Fort Wayne Hous- velopment, welcomes Al Maldonado, Ad Kattmann, Kattmann Construction, wel- Molly Neville, Signature Tile & Marble. ing & Neighborhood Services; Reva Maldonado Construction; Dianna comes A. Joseph Salpietra, Star Mortgage. Mike Zehner, GMB, CGB, Zehner Devel- Brown, Geothermal Design Associates; Ben Croucher, Diana’s Professional Cleaning Greg Kuhlman, Kuhlman Construction, opment, welcomes Louis Crochet, Louis Graber, Graber Builders; Jeff Witmer, J. Services; Randy Rolz, Folz Realtors; Bran- welcomes C. Larry Rhodes, C. Larry Crochet’s Home Improvement. Witmer Construction; Fred Kell, Kell Drill- don Jackson, Jackson Construction; Rhodes Insurance. Michael Martyn, HBA of Fort Wayne ing; Terry Bryan, T & T Plumbing & Heat- Denise Elliott, Oliver & Hudson Closing Martyn Custom Homes, welcomes Andrey Barclay Allen, GMB, CGB, Timberlin Prop- ing; Robert Washburn, The DeHayes Services; Scott Klueh, Oxford Mortgage; Tsybulnik, B&R Plumbing & Radiant Floor erties, welcomes Ronald Martin, Martin In- Group, and Wilmer Delagrange, Jay Holt, Premier Concrete, and Shirley Heat; John Kamman, Bookkeeping and teriors, and Dave Myers, Myers Drywall. Delagrange Decorating. Lynn Delagrange Futrell, Superior Walls. Andy Cook, More; Chad Hoehn, Hoehn Concrete; Allen Lynn Bosler, Patriot Group, welcomes Dan welcomes Lee Eicher, Closet Storage So- Ferguson Enterprises, welcomes Mike Grau, Paradigm Solutions. David McClary, Repley, Mid States Electric. Robert New Members/Recruiters (see page 10) Schulz, Evansville Development, and Ted River Valley Homes, welcomes Chris Baskett, T. Baskett and Son Plumbing. Jef- Wischer, Bamberger Foreman Oswald frey Cravens, Cravens Construction, wel- Hahn. Cathy McGillem, Kight Lumber, comes Alexey Popov, Popov Construction. welcomes Greg Gray, Ad Vision; Kim Judy Dauby, Dauby Construction, wel- Coslett, Bassett Furniture Direct, and Tom comes Ron Dauby, Dauby Properties & In- Cahoon, Christian Construction. Dennis vestment, and Jason Bailey, Vanguard Messinger, Messinger Construction, wel- Alarm Services. Ron Dauby, Core Contrac- comes Judy Oran, American Eagle Tree Ser- tors, welcomes Dan Hengen, Diamond vice; Benjamin Dickinson, Dickinson Fam- Equipment; Keith Poff, Sitecon, and Jason ily Chiropractic; Jina Hepler, D’Vine De- Lyons, Van Ausdall & Farrar. Danny Davis, sign; Molly Adams, Elite Tile & Marble; Davis Homes, welcomes John Rapp, Sun Nathan Hamlin, Hamlin Equipment Rent- Mortgage. Larry Deutsch, Deutsch Homes, als; Mike Reiherzer, MediaMite; Rick Den- welcomes Don Martin, Tri-State Stone. ning, RSC Equipment Rental; Scott Chip Dormeier, Jagoe Homes, welcomes Brawdy, Scott A Brawdy; Mike Reyher, Tri- Randy Lientz, AXIOM. Ann-Marie County Equipment; Rick Thomas, Unique Dougan, Vectren Energy Delivery, wel- Granite & Marble; Sony Williamson, comes Mike DeJean, Mooney Copy Ser- Williamson Woodworking, and Bryan vice, and Devin Essary, Stomp AV/A Wingfield, Wingfield Painting. Bruce Schneider Electrical. John Elpers, John J Miller, Barrington Development Group, Elpers Homes, welcomes Marty Metcalf, welcomes Jim Albin, Custom Home De- Audio Video Installations, and Scott Stone, sign, and Don James, Evansville Natural Meyer Stone & Stratman. Kenny Elpers, Stone. Sean Miller, Barrington Develop- Elpers Development, welcomes Jan Dewig, ment Group, welcomes Adam Whitehouse, La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries. Steve Fest, A & S Remodeling; Robert Reisinger, Fest Construction, welcomes Melinda Dream Yard Landscaping; Brad Land, E.L. Blackwell, Blackwell Drywall; Darrel Walters A/C & Heating, and Carol Head, Pinkston, Bright Electric; Ken Morgan, Heads Electric. Jennifer Mitchell, Windows Doors and Docks; Mark Johns, Howard C. of Evansville, welcomes Brian Tennyson, Johns, and Miranda Parker, Parker’s Cus- Complete Fleet Solutions; Rick Hansen, tom Ironworks. Mike Freeman, M C F Con- Hansen Business Forms; Joe Stauber, Hoo- struction, welcomes Julie Malone, D & M sier Home Improvement, and Chad Pfeffer, Construction, and John Nichols, Nichols Pfeffer Construction. Angela Mulherin, Electric Supply. John Graupner, Lowe’s Evansville Courier, welcomes Susan Miller, Home Centers, welcomes Del St. Clair, Help U Sell Vista Realty, and Cari Backyard Barns; Robert Leinenbach, Back- McCandless, Lockyear Title. John yard Fences and Decks, and Alexa Nickolick Peninger, GMB, CGB, CAPS, Homes By Stahl, Holiday Inn. Mark Hansen, Ken- John Peninger, welcomes Kent Wilhelmus, tucky Indiana Lumber, welcomes Mike Wil- Second Nature Landscape Management. son, Ameristone-Division of American Con- Jamie Reiter, Evansville Courier, welcomes struction Services; Aaron Gabe, Bench- Bill Bartless, Bartlett and Associates, and mark Contracting; David Henze, Lincoln Matt McCormick, ETFCU Service Organi- Financial Advisors; Frank Marsch, Marsch zation. Bill Rushing, Kentucky Indiana Page 10, The Indiana Bildor July, 2007

New Members/Recruiters (from page 9) lutions; John Davis, Davis Construction, Amstutz, Moore’s Welding; Joe Berghoff, gan Power; Joe Pliett, J & K Contractors; comes Troy Brewster, Brewster Concrete. and Kevin Burkhalter, Pool Pros Plus. Thea Mr. Plumber; Phil Rutledge, Planscape Thomas Bedsole, Locke Reynolds; Tho- Chris Monroe, Monroe Custom Homes, Druley, Countrywide Home Loans, wel- Landscape Design, and Susan Beauchot, mas Mattern, Marketshare Plus; Laura welcomes Carl Stage, Patriot Insurance; comes Chad Miller, All Star Fence & Deck, Schultheis Insurance Agency. Marla Patane, Morken Appraisers; Steve Morken, Joan Binder, Property by Joan Binder, and and Robert Wennemar, Wenway Homes. Lessen, Windsor Homes By Jeff Gilmore, Morken Construction; Eric Armbruster, Michael Parrett, Wildcat Creek Golf Bob Fischer, LaSalle Bank, welcomes Dick welcomes Ben Arnold, Advantage Con- Oakdale Landscaping; David Parsons, Pre- Course. Brad Newton, Kokomo Glass & Eddy, Feuser Heating & A C, and Dan struction; Michelle Parish, Avalon at mier Patio and Landscape; Craig Paint, welcomes David Rayl, Dick Rayl & Heiges, Meridian Title. Charlie Giese, Northbrook; Dawn Fair, Colors Unleashed; Kozlowski, Property Management Partners; Associates, and Tom Harrold, Ferguson Westport Homes of Fort Wayne, welcomes Euel Osborne, TruGreen Chemlawn, and J. Rickard Donovan, Rothberg Logan & Real Estate. Scott Perkins, Perkins Con- Cory Sheehan, C. A. Sheehan Construction; Matt Schiffeneder, Two Men and a Truck. Warsco; Bob Kuntz, Sky Bank; Timothy tracting Services, welcomes Zach McKillip, Jeff Hall, Circle J Painting; Mike Coe, Coe Heather Myers, Pinpoint Publishing, wel- Thiry, Summit Communities; Pete Taefi, CJ’s Car Wash; Tom Rethlake, Eriks Heating & Air Conditioning; Esther comes Jerry Felger, Felger’s Peat Moss. Turfpro Lawn & Landscaping. Mike Tho- Chevrolet; Missy Gibbs, Gibz Construction, Carter, First Indiana Bank; John Hille, Hille Tong Nokaya, J & N Stone, welcomes Todd mas, Copper River Cabinet/Panel Mart, and Sam Weirauch, The Original House Plumbing; Bill McCoy, MKS, and Travis Stayer, Auburn Concrete & Masonry; Matt welcomes Dave Wollman, Concepts Adver- Doctor. Terry Smith, Kokomo Lumber Knote, TEK Wiring. Jeff Godfrey, Carriage Faber, Henderson Construction; Andy tising. Rob Wacker, Windsor Homes By Jeff Company, welcomes John Lowden, Randal Place Homes, welcomes Mike Pape, Expres- Huth, Hickory Creek Homes, and Timothy Gilmore, welcomes Dan Cameron, Custom Miller & Associates. Mike Ullery, Crafts- sions Floor Covering by Carpet Discount. Ryan, Simply Decks & Stuff. Dave Oyer, Signs; Roy Roberts, Dimension Ford Com- man Builders, welcomes Kevin Gasaway, Brad Hall, Titan Title Services, welcomes Countrywide Home Loans, welcomes John mercial; Joe Fisher, Fisher Specialties; Gaffney Insurance Agency. Kate Mays, Kate Cindi Hull, Chimney 1. Ted Johnson, Schmucker, John Schmucker & Sons Con- Hugh Eagan, Instant Copy; Jon Werling, Mays/ReMax Realty; Laura Ullery, Laura; Irmscher Suppliers, welcomes Greg struction. Lori Peare, Patriot Group, wel- J. T. & Mullett Excavating; James Mark Ticen, Mark A. Ticen CPA; Scheffel, SGO Designer Glass. Kent comes Chris Jones, Abby Rock; John Schmucker, James Schmucker Masonry; Alexandra Ude, Mercy Family Health Cen- Keuneke, Bushey’s Windows Doors & Schumaker, E & B Paving, and Vicki Th- Jerry Herald, Jerry Herald Painting; Kelley ter, and Carol Hardin, The Kitchen & Bath Sunrooms, welcomes Terry Minser, Minser ompson, M H Thompson. Bill Pontius, Lengacher, Kelley J Interiors; Steve Place. Heath Vannatter, Vannatter Construc- Enterprises. Jim Klotz, James R. Klotz Copper River Cabinet/Panel Mart, wel- Manter, Manter & Sons Certified Techni- tion, welcomes Delbert Hostetler, DLH Builder, welcomes David Turnbow, comes John Bottiglia, Raymond James & cians; Dave McHenry, McHenry Construc- Construction; Tony Dowden, Dowden’s Brownie’s Drywall; Jeff Fields, J. T. Fields; Associates. Rodney Robrock, Hakes & tion; Jeff Gilmore, Mr. Closet; Ben Shull, Home Improvement; Cindi Milligan, Jeremy Waters, Patriot Electrical Services, Robrock Builders, welcomes Joe Clark, Outdoor Estate Management; Jay Hochstedler Energy Systems; James and Martin Schmucker, T & M Construc- Builders Gallery, and Rich Bailey, Custom Fitzgerald, Pro-Motion; Roger Wilson, R. Blaisdell, Ideal Decks & Fencing, and Jo- tion. Matthew Klotz, Matt Klotz Heating Creation Hardwood Floor. Jay Shipley, Bob L. Wilson Concrete; Rob McPherson, Ra- seph Stratmann, Rose & Walker Supply. & Plumbing, welcomes J. R. Parent, J. J. Buescher Homes, welcomes Jeff Degitz, don Protection Services; Scott Delagrange, BA of LaPorte County Parent. Chad Korte, Home Lumber of New CMA Supply of Fort Wayne; Doug S & D Construction; Sue Mettler, The Sign Cheryl Seitz, Old Fort Building Supply, Haven, welcomes Curt Shelburne, Audio Richards, Doug Richards Well Drilling; Shoppe, and Vern Beachy, Vern Beachy welcomes Mark Martin, The Moulding Video Systems; John Doxsee, Millennium David Gareiss, Flow Tech Plumbing & Trim Carpentry. Fred Yagodinski, Westport Outlet. Sounds, and Gary Barlett, Stark Truss. Heating; Susan Zimmerman, Midwest Art Homes of Fort Wayne, welcomes Doug Floyd Lancia, Lancia Homes, welcomes Glass, and Jan Hook, The Look by Hook. Cook, Ewing Landscape & Design; Jerry BA of Southeastern Indiana Candace Imbody, Construction Recycling Chris Stauffer, Chris Stauffer Homes, wel- Schmucker, JS Construction, and Ron Ryan Kennelly, Kennelly & Meyer Con- Solutions; Brian Kistler, Freedom Finan- comes Michael Evans, A Yard Apart; Al Strahm, Ron Strahm. Ric Zehr, North East- struction, welcomes Tim Kramer, Tim cial Mortgage; Karen Kiefer, Group Insur- Schmucker, Al Schmucker Jr. Masonry; ern Group, welcomes Steve Edwards, Hall- Kramer Quality Homes & Construction. ance Services, and Joe Ramos, Solstice En- Mark Kaufman, Bojrab Kaufman & Com- mark Home Mortgage; Chad Mertz, Mas- BIA of Northwest Indiana terprise. Jamie Lancia, Lancia Homes, wel- pany; Mike Worman, Cloudburst Lawn ters Heating & Cooling, and Tug Pierson, Gregory Burke, Group One, welcomes Jim comes Thomas Wulpi, Affordable Rain Gut- Sprinkler Service; Rich Hersha, Hersha Re/Max Professionals. Nagel, Classic Builders & Remodelers. Victor Zehr ters; Steve Wyss, B & S Lawn Services; Paul Real Estate and Design; , JR HBA of Howard County Michelle Cacovski, V & M Builders, wel- Interiors; Charles King, King Marketing; O’Shaughnessey, Cloverleaf Enterprise; Thomas Beale, Hague Quality Water of comes Jeff Bissonnette, U.S. Custom Paul Schmucker, L & P Concrete Construc- Dave Harlow, Dave Harlow Enterprises; Kokomo, welcomes Nick Pate, Nick Pate Marble. David Carr, Carrsons Develop- tion; Thomas Minick, Minick Painting; Charles Hatten, Dennisign; Scott State Farm Insurance. Matt Boor, AAA ment, welcomes Adrian Gonzalez, John Enright, Pro Plumbing; Greg Holladay, Holladay Graphics; Gary Lallo, Fence, welcomes Aaron Hiatt, Scared Rab- Lightning’s Hardwood Flooring; Jeff Meredith, Res-Tech; Dave Rickert, Lawnscape; Chris Leeper, Leeper’s Lawn bit Productions. John Cardwell III, Wozniewski, The Builder Group; Bruce Rickert’s Landscaping & Maintenance; Service, and Jennifer Ray, Mid-States Fi- Cardwell Built, welcomes Randy Brock, Bultema, Windmill Acres, and Bob Wold, Allan Schmucker, Schmucker Building Ser- berglass. Matt Lancia, Lancia Homes, wel- Brock’s Guttering; Darren Anderson, Farm Wold Boys Construction. Richard Cook, vices; Ed Schneck, Schneck Excavating, comes Don Stephenson, ANCO Concrete Credit Services; George Baxter, GW Con- Cook Builders, welcomes James and Thomas Gallmeyer, Thomas M. Leveling; Tom Kaminski, Daltile; Kim tracting; Verl Hochstedler, Hochstedler Holleman, Apple Grove Landscaping; Gallmeyer Attorney. Terri Taylor, Patriot Wheeler, McWheeler, and Chris Floor Covering; Andrei Veprev, Superior Brian Blink, Blink Appliance & Kitchens; Group, welcomes Mick Stewart, ISU / Pelkington, Pelkington & Sons. Mark Paint Services; Kevin Hardie, The Hardie Al Vandersteen, Craig’s Custom Hardwood; Stewart Brimner & Company; John Miller, Lengacher, Mark Lengacher General Con- Group, and Cloyde Tressler, Tressler Con- Sharon Kalma, Kalma Custom and Charles Peterson, Sierra Construction. tractor, welcomes Steve Osterhout, Abbey tracting. Patrick Clifford, Signs Xpress, Woodworks; Michael Poortenga, Keystone Jeff Thomas, Oakmont Development, wel- Flooring Center; Jack Burns, Burns Design; welcomes John Koontz, All American Out- Masonry; John Sutorius, Midwest Insur- comes Gregory Fleming, Fleming Exca- Sheldon Byler, Byler Construction; Brian door Maintenance. Doug Gooch, Gooch & ance Center; George Ophoff, Prudential vating; J. Thomas, Gilmore-Thomas De- Bair, Classic Closets; Doug Kayser, Kayser Company, welcomes Norman Wagler, Partners Real Estate; Roger DeGraff, velopment; Ron Schuller, Indiana Michi- Concrete Sawing & Drilling; Madison Adapt Abilities; Todd Arnold, American Southland Mortgage, and George Yoder, Tool Rental; Greg Griswold, Burkhart Ad- Yoder & Sons. David Decesaris, DeCesaris Indiana Builders Association (IBA) vertising; Craig Rice, CG Visions; Chuck Builders, welcomes Ken Tousignant, Exte- www.BuildIndiana.org Conkle, Charles Conkle Motor Company; rior Wholesale Supply; Dave Snuckel, (800) 377-6334 Chris Wolf, City Tire; Terry Dearineer, D Snuckel Homes, and Catherine Meyer, & B Professional Installation; Jeff Fawcett, Wold Realty. Brad Ericks, Cook Builders, Fax (317) 236-6342 Dan’s Sewer Service; Ross Flodder, Flodder welcomes Tim Vroom, All Phases Electri- P.O. Box 44670, Indianapolis, IN 46244 Sawmill; Max McCauley, G&M Construc- cal; Ken Zurek, American Concrete Resto- National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) tion; Homer Campbell, Jr., Indiana Pest ration & Decorative Coatings; Dale Control; Craig Dunn, Liberty Financial Ad- Laurinas, Drywall Professionals; Doug & www.nahb.org visers; Lavern Miller, LM Construction; Renee Gebert, G-4 Plumbing; Tony (800) 368-5242 Derrick Martin, Martin Brothers TV and Manago, KBT Heating & Air, and Mike 1201 15th St., NW Appliance, and Jack Dean, Rayls Insurance. Szany, Szany Electric. Yvonne Galich, CLIP & SAVE CLIP & SAVE Paul Hammel, Andersen Windows, wel- MainSource Bank, welcomes Pamela Washington, DC 20005 comes Mark McCann, McCann Peelle At- Tompach, PLM Title Company, and Dawn torneys. Rick Miller, Irving Materials, wel- New Members/Recruiters (see page 11) July, 2007 The Indiana Bildor, Page 11

New Members/Recruiters (from page 10) Veness, Veness Electric. Tammy Graff, CTX Schuhrke State Farm Agency. Dan Rohaley, Heinrich, Gutter Pro; Hector Ibarra, Hector’s sign, welcomes Mortgage, welcomes Lisa Williams, Ameri- Ticor Title Insurance, welcomes David Drywall; Eric Hamman, Indiana Concrete Scott Johnston, ComforTemp. John Kidd, can Family Insurance, and James Eberle, Austgen, Lake Region Title Insurance, and & Excavating; Clemente Jasso, Jasso’s R. W. Kidd Construction, welcomes Greg Jim’s Remodeling. Timothy Henderlong, Matt Rossman, Rossman & Associates. John Painting; Dennis Wagoner, North Webster Helton, Custom Marble Unlimited; Mike CGB, Henderlong Homes, welcomes Beck Rosmanitz, John Rosmanitz Builders, wel- Ace Hardware; Hector Alvarado, Northern Drake, Drake Framing; Timothy Saylor, In- Bayless, Crown Point Quality Floors; comes Dennis Drinski, Crown Cabinet & Lakes Painting; Rick Hamman, R. E. novative Communities; Bruce Cole, Over- Michael Davis, Davis Heating & A.C.; Countertop; Paul Krilich, Krilich Construc- Hamman; Daniel Richcreek, Real Heating head Door Company of Ft. Wayne; Gabe Michael Muenich, Michael L. Muenich, tion; Bob Oconnor, O.C. Electric; Richard Cooling & Electrical; Marty Yeager, The Ritter, Ritter Electric, and Chris Kidd, CGA, PC, and John Spalding, Spalding Design Magdziak, RLM Construction, and Dan Wooden Stair; D. J. Wilson, Wilson Insur- CAPS, Roth Integrated Solutions. Bill Group. Robert Hennessey, Hennessey Trimberger, Trim A Door. Brenda Schreiber, ance Management, and Mark Wyatt, Wyatt Lehman, Millennium Sounds, welcomes Homes, welcomes Kevin Van Sessen, Blade Allied Building Products, welcomes Mar- Drafting & Design. Lisa Harvey, Coplen Ben Bowers, Bowers Jewelry; Dean Um, O’s Cutters; Michael Bradash, Bradash; Mike garet Aldrin, Crown Ridge. Terrell Taylor, Construction, welcomes Cathy & Dennis Computers, and Deric Ransbottom, Forker, Continental Electric Company; John Accent Homes, welcomes Derrick Van De Lundgren, Cathy’s Drapery & The Blind Ransbottom Excavating and Trucking. Jerry Brill, JCB Companies, and Roger Lain, Ven, Centerline Plumbing Services; Roy Man; John Ross, Closet Concepts; Rodney Long, Heckaman Homes, welcomes Jerry Source One Real Estate. Bob Johnson, Na- Bothwell, Innovative Colors, and Scott Herring, Doors Plus; Keith Carrington, Long, Investors Realty. James Mannan, tionwide Floor & Window Covering, wel- Reder, Prairie Creek Development. Jerry Van Keith Carrington Construction; Deanna Classique Blinds, welcomes Marcus Lowe, comes Randy Huizenga, R & R Builders. Drunen, Allied Building Products, wel- Hicks, Keystone Designs; Dale Orr, Orr Advance Look Building Inspections; Scott Dean Jones, CGB, Mirar Custom Homes, comes Angie Panayi, Anton Insurance Cabinetry; Marty Courtney, P S Products. Gray, Graycraft Signs; Terry Baker, welcomes Harry Stariha, Big Star Electric/ Agency. Robin Verta, J C Builders, wel- Douglas Harvey, CGB, CGR, CAPS, Coplen Kosciusko County Lakes Realty; Larry Dynamic Builder; Raymond Boehm Jr., comes Ivan Trajkovski, Ivan’s Ceramic & Construction, welcomes Scott Keirn, Kennedy, Tri-Namic Printing, and Vanessa Boehm Masonry, and Tedd Evans, Evans Marble; Mark Kwiatkowski, Kwiatkowski Ground Effects Landscape & Design; Ron Harpenau, White’s Flooring/Furniture. Tree Service. Edward Kelly, Kelly Construc- Plumbing, and Pam Maruszczak, Johnston, Lake City Industries; Mike Nate, Randy Miller, Tekton Construction, wel- tion, welcomes Kelly Scheeringa, Interior Maruszczak Appliance Sales & Service. Lasalle Bristol; Dan List, List Siding & comes Josh Boren, Boren Builders; Maynard Decor; Dale Wingate, Precise Painting; Ri- Gladys Walsh, Accent Homes, welcomes Construction; Marvin Miller, Marvs Dry- Schlabach, M & R Finishing, and Kim chard Gynn, R & G Masonry, and Roland’s Kevin Reising, Reising Drywall. Rodney wall; Steve Brueck, Premier Painting, and Wheeler, M. C. Wheeler & Sons. Van Miller, Hardwood Floors. Cory Kreith, GMB, Heri- Williams, XPress Mortgage, welcomes Todd Matthew Schwartz, Schwartz Brothers Con- Big C Lumber, welcomes Terry Likens, tage Homes Building & Development, wel- Knapp, American Family Insurance, and struction. Marta Hopkins, Fifth Third Bank, Heartbilt Homes; Todd Oesch, Oesch Con- comes Joseph Spotora, Advance Glass & Janet Furman, Dyer Construction Company. welcomes Roger Stevens, R & G Automo- struction Services; Bill Harpenau, Quality Mirror Products; Ron Rowan, Affinity Gran- Dennis Wilson, GMB, CGB, D Wilson tive & Truck Repair. Vicky Howell, Design Construction, and Gary Stillwell, ite; Jason Richardson, Air Control HVAC; Builder, welcomes Brendan Sheeran, Brecc Michiana House & Home Magazine-Divi- Yoder Custom Built Homes. Wendell Miller, Kathy Slepcevich, American Family Insur- Homes. Celeste Zajak, Ticor Title Insurance, sion of The Papers, welcomes Patrick & Renewal Homes, welcomes Arlen Mullet, A ance - K. Slepcevich Agency; William welcomes Deana Sutton, Century 21 Des- Nicole Tranter, Vinyl Expressions. David & C Builders; Arlen Eicher, A J’s Plumbing Hylek, B & H Technical Services; Tom tiny Realty, and Sheree Perfetti, Northwest Johnson, CGB, Signature Building & De- New Members/Recruiters (see page 12) Vitalone, Classic Painting, and Greg Shawn, Indiana Real Estate. Complete Home Services; Kevin Kolodziej, BA of Kosciusko-Fulton Counties Indiana Builders Association Membership Cover-Rite; David Birchall, Dave’s Shelly Avery, LandAmerica Lawyers Title, Standings (as of May 31, 2007) Lawncare & Landscaping; John Formas, welcomes Deb Paton-Showley, Integrity Formas Mechanical Industries; Phillip Real Estate Group. Linda Barham, Centen- Local HBA MAY NEW CANCEL RETAIN % Jones, Guardian Mold Prevent Corporation; nial Wireless, welcomes John Schrock, Barry Haddon, Haddon Construction; Steve Knepp Sand & Stone, and Randy & Kelly BA of Greater Indianapolis 1264 170 30 85.3% Gaydos, Hardings; William Hylek, Illiana Huffman, Nu-Way Construction. Calvin HBA of Fort Wayne 584 174 40 81.9% Garage Doors; Tim Martens, Martens & Bolt, Calvin Bolt Home Inspections, wel- HBA of Southern Indiana 552 177 60 77.7% Sons; Bryan Korzeniewski, Masterlink Con- comes Matt Wolf, Wolf Construction & Southwestern Indiana BA 513 152 22 85.2% crete Pumping; Dar Maurukas, Newcastle Lawn Care. Adam Clemens, Rabb/Kinetico BIA of Northwest Indiana 487 152 41 81.3% Homes; Douglas Smith, Smith Ready Mix; Water Systems, welcomes Tom Skaggs, BA of Elkhart County 412 94 40 79.0% Dennis Bautista, The Horton Group, and Blosser’s Camera & Video, and Will Darr, HBA of Greater Terre Haute 408 169 29 82.0% Marc Flamini, White Cap Construction Sup- Darr Electric. Don Clemens, Rabb/Kinetico HBA of St. Joseph Valley 356 99 23 84.5% ply. Larry Luebcke, Homes of the 20th Cen- Water Systems, welcomes Larry Phillisp, Porter County BA 316 43 51 70.9% tury, welcomes Dave Woodward, Casale LDP Excavating; Nathan Shoemaker, Shoe- BA of Greater Lafayette 306 118 27 78.7% Woodward & Buls; Phil Gardin, G & G Land- maker Electric & Home Theater, and Pat BA of Kosciusko-Fulton Counties 258 109 15 88.1% scape & Lawn Care; Skip Pelton, Pelton Brady, Sears Authorized Retail Dealer. Ri- HBA of Howard County 188 53 10 83.8% Enterprises, and Robert Smith, Smith Ma- chard Delagrange, Legacy Homes, wel- BA of Dubois County 179 8 7 92.2% sonry. Ted Lykowski Jr., Great Lakes Bank, comes Allan Delagrange; Rusty Rumfelt, BA of Northeast Indiana 155 59 10 84.3% welcomes Paul Dekruiff, NorthMarq Capi- Beyond Landscaping; Dave Blackwell, The Monroe County Building Association 130 14 8 79.9% tal. Andy Moore, A J P Custom Homes, wel- Cole Realty Group; Don McCulloch, Don’s Dearborn County HBA 130 91 13 55.7% comes Bill O’Brien, Advantage Signs & Excavating; Gordon Myers, Elite Plaster Muncie HBA 123 21 17 76.2% Graphics; Rob Waite, All Masonry; Brian Company; Don Kline, Versatile Painting & Vincennes Area BA 94 52 4 88.4% Jeffery, Crown Electronics & Appliance; Drywall, and John Wade, Wade & Sons Con- HBA of LaPorte County 79 10 13 75.9% Harley Niles, Davidson Loren Construc- crete. Brett Devenney, Millennium Sounds, Wayne County BA 65 1 11 81.7% tion Company; Douglas Wynkoop, Doug’s welcomes Kurt Schlabach, AirCom. Larry Jasper County HBA 56 3 -1 67.6% Decks & Home Improvements; Mario Easterday, Kosciusko REMC, welcomes Marshall County BA 53 2 2 86.5% Giannetta, Mario Giannetta’s Tile; Walter Matt Coffel, Wings. Juli Eckel, Mutual Fed- Madison County HBA 50 6 7 76.4% Piepho, Modern Gutters; Brent Rinkema, eral Savings & Loan, welcomes Ned HBA of Lawrence County 48 1 3 93.0% Prestige Lighting, and Flint Alm, SJP. Frank VanNostrand, Habitat for Humanity. Joe Jackson-Jennings BA 46 5 2 89.7% Morin, Accent Homes, welcomes Mark Hamilton, Coldwell Banker Hamilton, wel- Henry County BA 37 17 4 69.2% Schoenbeck, Creative Landscape Service, comes Todd Freeland, Audio Video BA of River Valley 33 0 -2 96.0% and Joseph Padilla, Joseph’s Decorating. Lifestyles; Scott Holladay, Holladay Graph- BA of Southeastern Indiana 30 9 4 68.0% Christine Neal, Builder Architect Magazine, ics, and Keith Reinholt, Reinholt’s Town Whitley County BA 28 0 2 78.1% welcomes Lou De Young, Scipio Sunrise. Square Furniture. Jeff Hamman, CGB, CGR, Grant County BA 21 0 -3 95.2% Heather Opperman, Wells Fargo Home Mort- CAPS, J C Hamman Construction, wel- North Central Indiana Chapter 19 9 15 21.7% gage, welcomes Jennifer Gholson, Ameri- comes Lola Woolums, A-1 Maytag Home Gibson County BA 17 7 10 50.0% can Family Insur- Appliance Center; Eric Heckaman, Bobcat HBA of East Central Indiana 12 2 4 61.5% ance, and Aron of Warsaw; Jason Meck, Caliber Designs; Indiana BA - At Large Members 3 0 2 60.0% Indiana 7052 1827 520 81.2% Schuhrke, Aron M. Kaylia Reyes, Creative Illusions; Jason Page 12, The Indiana Bildor July, 2007

New Members/Recruiters (from page 11) Window & Door, welcomes Paul Eytcheson, Seward Sales Corporation, welcomes Wes Hoane, Bradco Supply. Dennis Buckland, & Electric; Tim Yoder, Amzie’s Electric; Bank, welcomes Sue Scriven, C T Consult- Advanced Guttering Plus. Rick Wittler, Buckland Construction, welcomes Mike Marc Beer, Beer’s Lawn Installation; Bill ants; Janet Williams, Fahl Manufactured Carter Lumber, welcomes J. W. Stookey, Hoene, Hoene Tiling; Michael Hoover, Homes; A J Bozzo, First Assurance Home Stooky Construction. Hall, Hall Construction and Remodeling. Kent Burget, Safety Management Group, Hoosier Builders; Ken Moore, KMR Con- Loans, and Ed VanOsdol, VanOsdol Inspec- BA of Greater Indianapolis welcomes Russell Cox, Cox Sargeant & struction; Marlin Heatwole, Marlin’s Home tion Service. Jim Schanbacher, Creative Michael Altman, GMB, CGB, Michael & Burns; Joe Payne, and Bill Drew, Locascio Improvement; Harvey Miller, Miller Build- Garden Nursery, welcomes Jeremy Walters, Associates, welcomes Jade Gruner, Heat & Hadden & Dennis. Rick Campbell, Rick ing Supply; Mark Hostetler, Rainy Days Rain Makers Automatic Irrigation. Daniel Cool. Herschel Atkinson, Allen & Atkinson, Campbell Builder, welcomes Bryan Collier, Guttering; Roger Dinkel, Residential Ser- Schlatter, CGB, Inglenook, welcomes Allen welcomes Connie Adams, Marion Adams Trussway. Forrest Carpenter, Custom Homes vices of Warsaw; Tim Strombeck, Eash, AirTite Insulation, and Dennis Floor Covering, and Mike Pinnick, Petro’s By Cory, welcomes Brian Hewitt, Brian C. Strombeck Brothers; Joe Stump, Stump’s L Helmuth, Wildwood Millwork. Charlie Culligan of Johnson County. Joe Barrett, Hewitt esq.; Rodney Johnson, Custom P Gas, and John Warren, Tower Bank and Shepherd, Kuert Concrete, welcomes Tonya Barrett & Associates, welcomes Mike Stone; Mike Worth, Dovetailers Custom Trust. Julia Moore, First Federal Savings Beer, Fit 4 U. Stew Skeans, Warsaw Siding Barrett, BH Landscapes. Travis Beckman, Cabinetry, and George Huizinga, Zingas Ex- citing Windows. Deb Clark, First Horizon Home Loans, welcomes Michael Barger, Loyal Heating and Air Conditioning, and Deborah Griffith, Microbac Laboratories. Leigh Ann Clayton, Union Savings Bank, welcomes Ron Stevens, Stevens Team. Randy Crutchfield, Vectren Energy Deliv- ery, welcomes Julie Zigler, Automatic Irri- gation Supply, and Larry Cowell, Diamond Star Homes. Melissa Duke, Heartland Com- munity Bank, welcomes Cyndi Coner, Coner Coatings; David Ebeyer, Ebeyer Re- alty; Doug Frant, Habitat for Humanity of Johnson County, and Jimmie Hall, Mobiltek Medical. Guy East, GMB, CGB, CGR, CGA, CAPS, UBUILD It-Indianapolis North, welcomes Adam Ketterman; Mark Strock, Authentic Wood Creations; Tracy Moore, Benham Industries/P2000 Insulation; Mike Hopper, Custom Insulation; David Crisp, Executive Decorative Concrete; Austin Wil- liams, G & R Excavating; Loyd McEntire, McEntire Construction; Brad Parten, Moore Electric; Raymond Duke, Raymond Duke Drywall, and Timothy Carter, Tim Carter Construction. Jonathan Eaton, J & R Eaton Homes, welcomes Mark Laughlin, Counter Top Solutions. John Eppen, hhgregg Com- mercial Sales, welcomes David LaFollette, Lakeview Distribution. Paul Freeland, Oak- land Custom Homes, welcomes Pamela Slone, Designed It Appeal. Sarah Gastel, Professional Garage Door Systems, wel- He warms the room in ways paint, comes Henry Thomas, Thomas Garage Door. Michael Gorman, CAPS, Gorman Homes, pillows and window treatments welcomes Rick Booher, Brick Magic; Jackie Palmer, Byron Palmer Electric; Paul Dicken, only dream about. Dicken Construction; Kenna Owens, Do All Painting; Larry Hamilton, Hamilton Broth- ers; Jamie Hunter, Hoosier Portable Restrooms; Jim Lewis, James Lewis Fram- ing; Jim Parman, James Parman; Rudy To locate a local propane dealer, please visit www.indianapropane.com or call (877)277-6726. Schwarz, KCS Properties; Jerry Locke, Locke Trucking, and Dave Erwin, Plumb Rite Construction. Mark Gradison, Gradison Building, welcomes Debbie Morris, The Real Estate Company. Pete Gray, Executive Homes Construction, welcomes Michael Cates, C & E Decks; Charles Smyth, When decorating your home, don’t overlook the obvious: a propane furnace. After all, Cantrell’s Building Services; Scott Macy, Capitol City Iron Works; Dan Gudenkauf, propane heats quickly and delivers warmer air than electricity. It’s a feeling of comfort you just DGC; Phil Paull, Final Grade Excavating; can’t get from a slipcover. Warm up to clean, reliable propane at usepropane.com. And take Scott Guenther, Gutter Flo; John Carver, JC Construction; Rob Brown, RKT Decorat- the virtual home tour for other ways propane appliances can work wonders in your home. ing: Michael Robertson, Robertson Dry- wall: Brian Rismiller, SEA Group, and Rob Delaby, Shane’s Landscape & Design. Sa- rah Hartley, The Princeton Group, welcomes Matt Foxworthy, Broommasters, and Phyllis Collins, Dan Collins Drywall & Supply. Pete FOR GREATER COMFORT, VISIT USEPROPANE.COM Hils, Drees Homes, welcomes David Coo- New Members/Recruiters (see page 13) July, 2007 The Indiana Bildor, Page 13

New Members/Recruiters (from page 12) perState, Coopers Counter Board & Tub Refinishing; WelcomesLorraine VanSlyke Rep., All Seasons Borror, Superior comes Recaps John Moore , Drive,Framing; James Awardsals; Jerry Beck ,Members Poisel Construction; Craig Richard Doran, First Class Services by Insulation. Teri Tillery, Indianapolis Power Blackburn, James Blackburn Hauling, and Wagner, Stark Truss, and Tim Balensiefer, Doran; Wes Frazier-Doyle, Frazier Interior & Light Company, welcomes Kim Murray, Mike Muller, Muller Masonry. Rick Laurie, Tbird Design Services. Chad Todd, Von Trim; Patty Porter, Landmark Title Com- Good Cents; Chris Love, Love Heating & 84 Lumber, welcomes Darlene Senesac, Lily Tobel Lumber & Hardware, welcomes Rob pany, and Steve Aghotte, Whitewater Build- Air Conditioning, and Glenn Adams, SES Mae Lending. Brian Miller, Brian Miller Myers, Component Structures, and Ray ing Products. Dale Hughes, Dale Hughes Electrical & Communications. Dave Print Productions, welcomes Harry Rodkey, Rodda, Marvin Windows And Doors. Beth Interior Design, welcomes Paige Sturm, Wagley, Integrity Homes, welcomes Modern Graphics, and Debbie Raney, Sum- Winstead, Winstead Enterprises, welcomes Kitchen Solvers, and Angela Klemm, Stephen Bell, GBO Homes. Jim White, Will mers Edge. Leann Osborn, Cornerstone Bob Newlin, Bob Newlin Homes; Michael Klemmco. Shelia Hurst, Speedway Wright Building Company, welcomes Homes & Contracting, welcomes Ronnie Bloom, Cellular Depot; Kevin Gustafson, SuperAmerica, welcomes Kathi Cash, TGC Roger Plowman, Architecnique - Andrews, Andrews Enterprises. Charles Dahnke Hoosier Doors; Joseph Sukits, John Glass Windows & Doors. Krista Jackson, ATimberpeg Representative. Dan Wolf, Payne, Payne Kraft, welcomes Stuart Propes, F Wood & Company; Larry Miller, Larry’s Citizens Gas, welcomes Steve Duncan, Bedrock Builders, welcomes Joseph Bates, United Rentals. Vicki Pearl, Lafayette Com- Home Improvements, and Kenny Rogers, Duncan’s Fireplace & Patio Center. Stephen Bates Enterprises; Kevin Carter, Classic munity Bank, welcomes Diane Clark, Ex- One Source. Ryan Woolever, C P Morgan, Jackson, Premier Mortgage Corporation, Construction; Mike Gill, Gill’s Custom quisite Interiors, and David Poelstra, welcomes Thomas Hazelgrove, Jr., welcomes Roger Engelau, Citizens Me- Homes; Judy Burks, J. Burks Painting, and Poelstra Title. Jim Pence, Schneider Corpo- Hazelgrove Painting. Kristy Wozniak, Wade chanical Services, and Mark Kuchik, MAK Jon Fallon, Midwest Forestry & Wrecking. ration, welcomes Jim Pence, The Schneider Homes, welcomes Bruce Perrin, Allied Con- Mortgage Consultants. Dale Langhans, BA of Greater Lafayette Corporation. Matt Rausch, C P Morgan, struction Services; Stacey Shirar, Awards Kendaleton Builders, welcomes Jane Vowell, Jay Andrews, Henry Poor Lumber, welcomes welcomes David Judd, Judd Construction. Unlimited; Brooks, Butternut Hill Interiors Arbor Tree Company; Harold Gibson, Steve Jones, Gran-Ii Consulting; David Pat Richard, Spire Group, welcomes Jeff Design; Rich Green, Custom Colors; Dusty Gibson Development Group, and Nathan Maitlen, Maitlen Realty, and Deanna Rogers, Clean Air Management, and Craig Robinson, End Zone Bar & Grill; Pamela Nigh, R.N. Group. Doug Long, D & D Moul- Paschen, Mccord Tire Group. Tina Graham, Underwood Insurance Agency. Joe Hancock, Garage Interiors of Lafayette; dings & Millwork, welcomes Colleen Bernacchi, Andrea Homes, welcomes Sullivan, Best Way Disposal, welcomes Carol Bisner, Geo-Tek; Tony Haan, McLaughlin, Homes By McLaughlin. Doug Carmen Sheets-Drisco, Carmen’s Cleaning Sandy Briggs, Slb Design. Tony Tate, Au- Mcfadden Haan Plumbing; Don Redding, Long, Shannon Door, welcomes John Service, and Lisa Perry, Keller & Williams. dio Video Integrations, welcomes Deb Plue, Otker Brothers; Jeff Richards, Richards Weikel, Runyon Equipment, and Dennis Julie Caldwell, Lansing Building Products, Consolidated Insurance Service. Becky Fence; Chris Stall, Stall Electric, and Mike Mattingly, 84 Lumber, welcomes Bill welcomes Cd Hullinger, Hohmann & Taylor, Journal & Courier, welcomes Brian Waber, Waher Yardworks. Dave Young, Over- Blocher, Blocher Homes. Wendy Barnaro, and Gary Pearson, The Outsiders. Emenhiser, Holt Equipment; Mark Bennett, head Door Company, welcomes Dave McClellan, Atkinson Homes, welcomes Phyllis Courser, Stonehenge Development, MBC Construction, and Rob Oliver, The Young, Overhead Door Company of Greater Michele Blackledge, Faris Mailing; Jason welcomes Tim Graham, Crystal Clear Pools; Oliver Group. Kim Thonn, GMB, CGB, Lafayette. Mark Zimpfer, Zimpfer Construc- Harris, Harris Painting; Jeff Atkerson, Hoo- Brent Flory, Freedom Lawn; Chris Skaders, CAPS, Kalan Homes, welcomes James tion, welcomes Bill Thomas, B & D Elec- sier Irrigation; Larry Blanton, Larry Blanton Interior View; Richard Poynter, Poynter Dry- Blackburn, Blackburn Drywall; M Pritchett, tric; Daniel Howe, Frame Masters; Amanda Carpentry; Mike Watkins, Mike Watkins wall, and Rex Deaton, Pyramid Signs. Lori Blue Diamond Pools & Spas; David Stout, Suprise, Got Brick; Denny Gretencord, Real Estate Group, and Michele Blackledge, Crampton, Gunstra Builders, welcomes David E Stout Agency; Chuck Chad, Decks Gretencord Construction; Terrance Grogan, Moeller Printing. Carl McIntyre, Carrington Craig Bishop, Drexel Interiors, and Brian Unlimited; Paul Middaugh, KMPM Apprais- New Members/Recruiters (see page 14) Homes, welcomes Gregory Deaton, All Pro Holle, Easystreet Realty. Eric Crowell, Von Painting; Bryan Mcdowell, Anderson Block Tobel Lumber & Hardware, welcomes Sewers can be & Brick; Bryan Essex, Branco Millwork; Randy Denham, Randy Denham Builders. Juan Salinas, Complete Drywall Service; Jeff Don Findlay, Dilden Brothers, welcomes Finet, Complete Insulation Services; Darla George Owen, Cellular Express, and Dave Gibson, Gibson Surveying Group; Harold Horton, Edward Jones. Patrick Foley, Foley an amenity, too! Lowry, Harold Lowry Construction; Brent Homes, welcomes Bill Smith, Creeds Plumb- Hartman, Hays and Sons Construction; ing; Scott Lahrman, Crown Line Homes; Mike Jessup, Ideal Carpentry; John Luken, Jackson Bogan, The Mitchell Agency, and Par 5 Lawn Care; Tony Courtney, Regency Lisa Kaeser, Wabash Valley Masonry Sup- Homes Roofing, and David Brooks, Spe- ply. Tammy Foley, Foley Homes, welcomes cialty Guttering Systems. Dax Meredith, Jan Abney, Appraisal Services of Lafayette; Metrostudy, welcomes Nora Bammann, Pro- Jeremy Bennett, Bennet Builders, and Tina fessional Home Detail. Tony Milano, SGO Dillon, The Dillon Group. Levi Gingerich, Designer Glass, welcomes Tamara Clookey, Pefcu, welcomes John Nicholson, Apprais- AccuPay; Michael Gorman, Insurance Cor- als By John Nicholson, and Brian Wiegers, poration of America; John Reames; Bryan Magna Dry. Tom Gray, WLFI, welcomes Reed, Reed & Lewis, and W. Patrick Bower, Sharon Martin, Full Moon Communciations Sky Insurance. Melissa Mitchell, The Bath & Design; James Bowyer, MB Discount; Bill Gallery, welcomes Doug Williams, JDR So- Tully, Paramount Homes;Ken Dismore, Re- lutions. Chris Parker, Builders Club Group, Bath of Lafayette; Brady Fox, Totally Foam welcomes Dan Annee, Lending Pro. Al Insulation, and John Weesner, CAPS, Too often, the location of the sewer system dictates a development’s layout — Pfeiffer, Pfeiffer Group, welcomes Scott Weesner Code Solutions. Denise Guy, Pefcu, Miller, Ground Works Excavating; James resulting in “orphan” or wasted lots. With E/One Sewer Systems you can sewer welcomes Kirk Young, Lawn Shrub, and virtually anywhere, siting each home to take advantage of views and terrain. Houdek, Houdek Painting; Joe Littleton, Doug Cooper, Sgt Preston’s. Eric Holt, Littleton & Sons Sand & Supply; Pete CAPS, RDS Design, welcomes Leslie Burks, And, E/One systems are totally reliable — no preventive maintenance, all but Olson, Network Electric, and Randy All Surface Repair;Eric Kessler, Alternative invisible: Steenbergen, Print Communications. Steve Edge Homes; Steven Hess, Alternative Heat- • Lower your front-end development cost by installing the system only as Pittman, Pittman Partners, welcomes Court ing Source; Robert Boogar, Boogar Build- you need it • Proven — more than half a million end users daily Jackson, Gunn Homes. David Sego, Dave ers; Susan Benedict, Design Alternatives; • Non-invasive — preserve landscape; unobtrusive Sego Builders, welcomes Scott Wharton, Ed Orem, Fuller Architectural Hardwoods; • Safe — protect quality of life Wharton Insurance and Financial Services. Becky Goings, Goings Kitchen Korner; Mark Shively, CGB, hhgregg Commercial David Hood, Home Tech Builders. Kristin Find out more about how you can save on sewering costs — call Fluid & Sales, welcomes Brett Schubert, Side FX. Dimmich, Kristen Dimmich Studios; Aaron Thermal Systems and find out how you can enhance your developments. Paul Shoopman, Paul Shoopman Home Larner, Robbins & Larner; James Jewell, Building Group, welcomes Aaron Carie, Sage Interiors of Lafayette; Sam Simon, Advanced Wiring Systems. Erin Smith, The Simon Construction; Steve Rider, Steve SEWER SYSTEMS Stitch Smith, welcomes Tom Masengale, Rider Construction, and Ted Christiansen, 6939 Brookville Rd. Learn more about ASAP Payroll Service, and Bettina Settles, Tri-Tech Construction Services. David Indianapolis, Indiana 46239 Tel 317.308.6300 Fax 317.308.6310 E/One Sewer Systems Bettina Settles Realty. Frank Spivey, Jr., Kovich, GMB, CAPS, Komark Ltd, wel- at www.eone.com CGR, Spivey Construction, welcomes [email protected] Page 14, The Indiana Bildor July, 2007 New Members/Recruiters (from page 13) Indiana Ranks 3rd Grogan Construction; Lori Heath, The Farm- pany, welcomes Adam Harbin, AJ Construc- Tree Service; Lorretta and Dave Emmonds, ers State Bank, and Skip Wrede, Wrede tion; Terry Lengacher, Lengacher Masonary, Heritage Fireplace Show Room; Kirby Risk Among States in New Rocks. and Larry Compton, Overhead Door Com- Electricial Supply; Snider Auction/Ap- Members Recruited in Jasper County HBA pany of Bloomington. Kirk Bouchie, praisal/Real Estate, and Chris Hopf, Andy Andree, Andree Build Inc, welcomes Vincennes Utilities Services, welcomes Uebelhor. Jan Parsons, Meeks Real Estate May Stephen Sipe, Sipe Enterprises. Mike Mathias, Midwest Engineering. Tracy & Insurance, welcomes Stephanie Padgett, Carlisle, Regions Mortgage, welcomes Fastenal Company, and Brandon Tulley, ndiana’s Local Associations reported Muncie HBA Diana Arnold, Arnold Real Estate North; Skill Electric. Mike Sievers, Sievers Con- an all time high 1,479 new members Jay Allardt, American United Appraisal, John Bivens, Bivens Construction, and struction Company, welcomes Brian I in May following the state’s most suc- welcomes Kreig Skillman, Community Stor- Heath Klein, Klein Realty. John Jones, CGB, Resenbeck, A to B Survering; Mike Boyer, cessful membership drive in its his- age, and Fred Reese, Willowbrook Interi- Jones Builders, welcomes Sandy Bilskie, Boyer Construction; Rick Cardinal, Cardi- tory. Earning top honors in the nation was ors. Benny Dalton, City Lights of Muncie, Bilskie Town & County; Jeff and Dawn nal Electric; Terry Hoke, Doty Insurance the Texas Association of Builders with welcomes Steve Longerbone, Albany Door Burgess, Burgess Construction; Stephen Agency; Jim Wetzel, Hardwood Wholesale Company. Earl Dillon welcomes Tracey Hobbs, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance, and Supply; Brad Dale, Homes Plumbing Sup- Fields, All American Door; Ralph Flowers, Jerry Memering, Memering Construction. ply; Jeff Land, Jeff Land Construction; Gary Membership Ball State Federal Credit Union; Joe Brian Lindsey, GMB, CGB, CGR, Memering, Memering Motorplex; Christina Minute Dehaven, Dehaven Heating and Air Condi- Vincennes University Construction Tech- Ernst, Miller Construction; Jim Ochs, Ochs By Carlie tioning; Keith Boring, First County Fed- nology, welcomes Marvin McGregor, Painting Contractor; LaVern Raber, Raber’s eral Credit Union; Charles Ray, Ink Solu- McGregor Roofing. Beth Meeks, Meeks Furniture; Mark Pepmeier, RCS Superstore; Hopper tion of Muncie, and Gordon Cox, The Meeks Real Estate & Insurance, welcomes Rick Sam Shepard, Shepard Construction; Member Services Director Mortuary & Creamtory. Jerry Highley, Jr., Goff, Growers Co-op; Ryan Kerns, Ryan Darrell Bateman, Superior Cleaning; Bert Indiana Builders Association Highley Homes, welcomes Samuel Lowder, Kerns Excavating; Todd Shuck, Shuck’s Dodd, Wholesale Drainage Supply, and Jen- MAB Paints. Jerry Highley, Sr., J D Highley Financial Services; Kevin Rowland, nifer Mitchell, Windows of Evansville. Construction, welcomes Ian Stikeleather, Stradtner Rowland & Associates; Aaron Michelle Welton, Jones & Sons, welcomes 2,256 new members followed by the Florida Charles Staton Builder & Developer. R Mouzin, Supreme Kleen, and Holly Sutton, Mark Heinz, Wabash Utilities, and Joe HBA with 1,703 new members. Johnson, Eagle Corporation, welcomes Fred Sutton Heating & Cooling. Robin Mont- Welton, Welton Construction. Eighteen of Indiana’s 33 local builders Ellis, Ellis Construction. Danny Payne, gomery, F C Tucker, welcomes Richard associations called in their new members Payne Construction Company, welcomes HBA of Southern Indiana Chattin, F C Tucker; Diana and Dan John Anderson, Southern Kitchens, wel- for May on National Membership Day in- Jack Racer, R & S Well Drilling. Chad Hardwick, Hardwick Properties, and Lonnie cluding: BA of Elkhart County; East Cen- Shelley, Oxley Soft Water, welcomes Miggy comes Daniel Harris, A G Glass & Mirror. and Cindy Moore, Moore Sales Corpora- Jim Blanton, Coronado Stone, welcomes tral Indiana BA; Southwestern Indiana BA; Cabrera, Central Supply Company. Alan tion. Thomas Nowaskie, Win Energy, wel- HBA of Fort Wayne; HBA of Howard Simmons, Simmons Construction, wel- Christopher Garten, Signature Countertops. comes Clyde Mathews, Clydes Pool & Hot Jerry Board, Stock Building Supply, wel- County; BA of LaPorte County; HBA of comes Greg Rawson, Richard’s Kitchen & Tub; Larry Donovan, Donovan & Donovan Lawrence County; BIA of Northwest Indi- Bath Center. comes Nathan Whitis, Tanco Builders. Gary Association; Brian & Lori Phillips, Express Brinkworth, Brinkworth Builders, wel- ana; BA of Kosciusko-Fulton Counties; BA Vincennes Area BA Press Printing / Express Neon Signs; Kevin comes Steve Barth, Barth Masonry; Tom of Greater Indianapolis; BA of Greater Kevin Becher, Sievers Construction Com- Toole, Garage Deco; Doug Halter, Halter Brinkworth, BC & E; Bill Cook, Lafayette; Marshall County BA; Muncie Brightscapes Horticulture; Don Lilly, DFL HBA; Vincennes Area BA; HBA of South- Properties; William Galligan, Excel Exca- ern Indiana; BA of Northeast Indiana; HBA vating; Harlan Banks, H B Plumbing; Goug of St. Joseph Valley, and the HBA of Greater Harritt, Harritt Group; John G Brinkworth; Terre Haute. Kerry Stemler, K M Stemler Trucking; Larry Great job! Lomx, Lomax Construction; Doug Bierman, & P Excavating; Jerry and Kathy Copas, Mad Concrete; Mark Wernert, Mark E Fine Signs & Graphics; Charles Watts, Floors Wernert Building; Sam Anderson, Sam’s & Watt Notts; Peggy Duffy, Jr., Hagerty En- Food & Spirits; Jason Sillings, Sillings and gineering; Chad Jackson, Jackson Custom Company, and Wayne Rager, Spearhead Woodworking; Glenn Just, Just Wood F Technologies. Bill Burns, Aristocrat Build- Loors; Luke Schultz, LSC; Adam Elkin, M ers, welcomes Jack Harpole, Agency Title; T Dearing; Gary Masterson, Masterson Bryan Snelling, At Your Service Heating & Group; Jim Weeks, Maxcare Carpet Clean- Air; Ron Culler, Hoosier Land & Cattle, and ing; Elwood Duncan, Mr Pest Control & Randy Westerfield, Westerfield Builders. Termite; Mark Pangburn, Pangburn Engi- Scott Coots, Coots Construction, welcomes neering; Keith Mull, Principal Title Ser- Bill Tinsley, Arrowhead Construction; Tom vices; Raymond Graf, S & M Precast; Kevin Hall, Bluegrass Steel Buildings; Mike Toby, Toby’s Lawn And Landscape, and Daulton, Daulton Drywall, and Raymond William Trent, Jr., William Trent Masonry. Snelling, R Monty Snelling. Dennis Robert Geswein, Harrison County REMC, Dambros, Alpha & Omega Carpets, wel- welcomes James Hodge, Heritage Ford Mer- comes Michael Matthews, Louisville Tile cury. Billy Greenwell, Greenwell Services, Distributors. Kevin Dupont, L & D Proper- welcomes Jeff Wenning, Apex Trailer Sales; ties, welcomes Tony Long, Gisco. Cindy Marty Book, Carriage Ford; Ray Dreyer, Durst, The Flooring Gallery, welcomes John Dreyer Carpentry; Alyce Shafer-Erdman, Davania, John Davania Homes. William Heartland Payment Systems; James Mont- Edelen, West-Edelen Development, wel- gomery, Montgomery Electric; Greg Hogle, comes Bob Greenwell, Bluegrass Laminat- Printing In Time; Chad Thixton, Sundown ing; John Ackerman, Envirosafe Pest Con- Construction; Todd Blunk, The Financial trol; Doug Korfhage, Korfhage Floor Cov- Group, and Art Niemeier, V & P Seal Coat. ering, and Cheryl Stafford, PBI Bank. Gre- Guy Guernsey, Guy Guernsey Contractors, gory Furnish, Furnish Contracting, wel- welcomes Brian Guernsey, GCI. Pat comes Donny Reddington, A-1 Ornamen- Harrison, Harrison Realty, welcomes Peggy tal Iron; Jerry Foster, Affordable Drywall; Osborne, Infinity Title Associates; Pat Danny Herron, D & S Electric; Whilliam O’Day, Preferred Real Estate; Fran Evola, Davis, Davis Davis & Layson; Pete Lyons, Real Estate Unlimited, and Bev Robertson, Digital Resource Center; David Kaufer, The Hat Ladies & Associates. Trent Hunt, Excel Construction Phase 1; G. 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New Members/Recruiters (from page 14) Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance, welcomes provements; Chris Crawford, Crawford & Wayne County BA Sanborn’s For Your Christopher Hass, C H Investments, and Thomas Enterprises; Monty Trent, Monty Joe Elstro, Elstro Oil Products, welcomes Home; Tim Sander- Chris Curtis, Curtis Lawn And Landscap- Trent Masonry; Edward Baird Ii, Trim Teks, Tracie Robinson, Prime Property Realty. son, Sandersons Well Drilling; Tony Schiffli, ing. Nicholas Jones, Nick Jones Construc- Schiffli Home Improvement; Chad Straw, and Sergio Valancia, Valancia Brothers. BA of Northeast Indiana tion, welcomes Matthew Dexler, Hawkeye Straw Electric, and John Ziegler, White Sup- Alyce Shafer-Erdman, Heartland Payment Troy Book, Speedway Redi Mix, welcomes Security and Electronics. Charles Knable, ply Company. John Merritt, Merritt Truck- Systems, welcomes Umang Bhatt, Comfort Adam Carpenter, Carpenter Creations, and Floor Solutions, welcomes Tim French, ing, welcomes Hugh Eshelman, Eshelman Suites; Matt Warren, Community Wireless, John Schumaker, E & B Paving. Dave Emser Tile & Natural Stone. Ronald Sand & Gravel; Burvel Lemings, ICF Sys- and Daniels Cooper, DC Engineering Ser- Clinger, Kuntry Lumber & Farm Supply, Longacre, Powell-Longacre Builders, wel- tems USA; Spark Counterman, Millennium vice. Leslie Smith, Genesis One Home welcomes Dennis Bidwell, BPM Service comes Jeff Elder, A-1 Aluminum; Bob Concrete & Excavating, and Gordon Ander- Loans, welcomes Tom Ledford, Davis Today; Dave Clark, D & T Builders; Mark Lenert, Better By Design; James Levalle, JJ son, Powerscreen Indiana. Janice Equipment; Jason Browning, Dominion Hensinger, Phoenix Mechanical, and Will- Roofing; Tim Davis, KME Kentuckiana O’Connell, Dennis Spidel Custom Homes, Homes; Crystal Guthrie, Jimmy Guthrie iam Lear, Stewart Brimner & Lear. William Maintenance; Frank Endler, Modern Exte- welcomes Dave Graber, Graber Drywall. Real Estate; Leslie Lewis, Leslie Lewis & Connelly, Kuntry Lumber & Farm Supply, riors; Mike Wendell, Ohio Valley Concrete Bunny Radcliffe, Glendarin Hills Develop- Associates, and Scott Barbour, The Home welcomes Dennis DeMara, D & S Builders. Walls, and Kevin Rice, Patriot Plumbing. ment, welcomes Chas Putt, CNG Market- Inspectors. Steven Smith, CGB, Overview Jeff Deahl, Four Seasons Design Remodel- Greg Longest, Gary Longest Construction, ing Group; Carrie Hatfield, First Metropoli- Builders, welcomes David Grantz, Buzz Ad- ing, welcomes Jason Mansur, JT Custom welcomes Kevin Owens, Alside;Jeff tan Title, and Cindy Sentel, Pineapples and vertising and Marketing; Gene Crawford, Builders; Gary Manahan, Manahan Con- Hawkins, Eurton & Hawkins Concrete So- Chairies. Bunny Radcliffe, Glendarin Hills Crawford Entertainment Systems; Jim Wall- struction, and Rick Goslee, R & D Construc- lutions; Marie Resch, Phantom Screens of Development, welcomes Pam Bell, TLA ing, Drywall Surgeons of Kentucky; Will- tion. Kristi Ellis, Hamilton Lumber Com- Kentucky; Pat Jennings, Roofing Supply; Signs. Dan Study, Chapel Homes, welcomes iam Baumann, III, Insulation Solutions; Jay pany, welcomes Keith Freed, Everett Freed Michael Reynolds, Synergy Expos, and Todd Ripley, Audiocom; John Ross, Closet Jacobs, Jacobi Sales; Tom Ford, Paul Davis & Sons Construction; Robert Farver, Farver Daniel Leadingham, USI Window Decor. Concepts; Tim Shoup, DuraClean Special- Restoration & Remodeling; Hank Mardis, Construction, and James Freed, James Freed Mike Mendlik, Stock Building Supply, wel- ists; Jim Campbell, Eagle Tile Distributors; The Mardis Group, and Adam Paris, Excavating & Construction. Carol Fleming, comes Carmen Williams, AIG; Neil Kirk Kacsor, I-Span; Tong Nokaya, J & N Vanderhoff Floor Company. Brent Sprigler, C-Designs, welcomes Jennifer Rumsey, Lauderbaugh, Neil Lauderbaugh Construc- Stone; Matt Momper, Momper Insulation; Sprigler Builders, welcomes Ron Dilley, Jemsey Design, and Roger Gundy, Monu- tion; Roger Schneider, Schneider Construc- Terry Keenan, O Neils Glass Service; Cabinet Trends, and Lincoln Crum, Real ment Mortgage. Bob Gettinger, White Pine tion, and Jane Cravens, The Grand. Paul Lynette Leedy, Sherwin Williams Com- Living Right Now. Frank Stidham, Stidham Properties, welcomes Jerry Felger, Felger’s Miele, Kentucky-Indiana Lumber, wel- pany; Dan Miller, Springfield Enterprises; Company Incorporated, welcomes Todd Peat Moss, and Delton Riehle, Hi Tech Foun- comes Trish Russell, Bella Cucina Charlie Summers, Summers Lawnscape & Craig, Southern Indiana Solid Surface. Paul dation. Cory Hull, Bob Buescher Homes, Cabinetry; Michael Bowling, Bowling Maintenance; Timothy Marshall, T & T Stratford, A.G. Glass, welcomes Jeff Johnson, welcomes Jeff Smith, Anchor Realty; John Building Services; Daniel Watkins, Dan’s Plumbing & Heating; Teresa Ladd, TK Ladd Bath Fitter. David Stricker, First Midwest Camden, Camden Foundation Technolo- Lawn & Landscape Maintenance; Tim Architecture, and Kevin Walsh, Trinity Homeloans, welcomes Kathy Jones, New gies; Court Stoy, Dave Dilts Excavating; Mccall, Huber Engineered Woods; Butch Home Design Center. John Wagner, Big C York Life, and Christy Lynch-Thompson, Luke Gerke, Gerke Concrete; Chip Lee, Lee Parrella, Parr Window & Trim, and Larry Lumber Company, welcomes Robert Parrish, Signature Title. Bill Taylor, Taylor Con- Supply Corporation; Sandy Sanborn, Green, Schumacher Homes. Scott Minyard, struction, welcomes Keith Heck, Heck’s New Members/Recruiters (see page 16) Minyuard Electric, welcomes Brandon Security & Metal Works, and Stuart Didat, My Sound Solutions. Staci Mont- Winchell, Wenchell’s Custom Carpet. gomery, Greenwell Services, welcomes Donald Thieneman, Thieneman Builders, Why is The Indiana Bildor Gaylan Sommers, Interiors By G & W. Don welcomes Jeff Grey, Adamson Nursery; Jim Next Naville, Discovery Builders, welcomes Baker, Baker Commercial Group; Mark printed as a newspaper? Deadline Eddie Campbell, Campbell Concrete. Rob- Stephens, Eager Beaver Tree Service; Larry July 23rd ert Osborne, RPO Custom Homes, welcomes Hagan, Hagan Pipe Testing; Bill Saali, HD Bruce Olliges, Moen. David Schuler, ASB, Supply; Wade Ables, J & J Drywall; Mike Because newspapers are welcomes Buster Fluhr, B & G Home Im- Larner, Larner Building; David Limeberry, Limeberry Lumber; Bill Neafus, Neafus READ when they are received. Excavation; Gary Moschowsky, Pure Com- Get your company information READ by over 8,500 housing indus- fort; Tom Nelson, Tnt Technology, and try companies throughout Indiana by advertising in The Indiana Charlie Ball, Webb & Lee. 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New Members/Recruiters (from page 15) Parrish Homes; Gable Shrock, Shrock Con- gan Concrete Cor- struction, and Dick Terwilliger, Terwilliger poration; Dennnis Indiana Builders & LaCluyse. David West, West’s Construc- Gadacz, Michiana Lift; David Niezgodski, tion, welcomes Dennis French, Bogen Con- Niezgodski Plumbing; Robert Sultini, crete, and Todd Squires, Carter Lumber. Ken Sultini’s Painting; Amanda Yoder, Whims Association Wilson, Jim Ingledue Construction, wel- & Wishes Interiors, and Melvin Goralski, comes Chuck Needle, Croxton & Roe In- Wood Recycling. Dave Roos, Meridian Title Logo Apparel surance, and Loren Garman, Garman Con- Corporation, welcomes Maribeth Ronez, IBA’sIBA’s tracting. Brian Wolka, Jackson County First Federal Savings Bank. Cheryl Seitz, REMC, welcomes Leonard Hendrix, A+ Old Fort Building Supply, welcomes Bill Order Form Construction, and Elizabeth Finke, Farm Geyer, Geyer Construction Company, and MMerchandiseerchandise Credit Services of Mid-America. Tim Tran, Tim Tran Masonry. Donald Smessaert, GMB, CGB, CAPS, Smessaert HBA of St. Joseph Valley Custom Builders, welcomes Dan Houser, 4D Visit www.BuildIndiana.org Shane Blackford, Kuert Concrete, welcomes Woodworking; Gregory Miller, A & R to view the available merchandise. Kent Smith, K.L. Smith & Sons Construc- Wastewater Management; John Garber, In- tion. Vance Csaszar, Miller Builders, wel- tegrity Plumbing Services; Dan Sheets, comes Mike Maggio, MTM Development. Sheets Electric; Kevin Lukowski, Top David Eckrich, Adams Road Development, Notch Roofs & Siding, and Bart Tragesser, Ashworth Golf Shirt - Absolute Blue (100% combed cotton) welcomes Jim Holland, Holland Insurance Universal Services. Craig Taelman, Signa- Group; Mitch Hall, Mitch Hall Landscap- $35 each Qty. __ Size __ ture Homes, welcomes Bill McCarthy, Bill ing; John Modin, Scotts Lawn Service; Van McCarthy REMAX 100; John Boser, Boser Thornton, The Greyhawk Group, and John Ashworth AWS Golf Shirt (breathable, light weight) - Lime Landscaping; Tom Cassady, Cassady Warner, Weaver Boos Consultants. Michael Neeser & Brasseur; Scott Caviness, Caviness Edwards, Horizon Bank, welcomes Matthew $45 each Qty. __ Size __ Fine Woodworking; Shawn Masters, Eagle Bauer, Bauer Better Water Systems; Jackie Point Construction; Jeff Erickson, Erickson Beals, Custom Awning; Pat Hahn, Hahn Ashworth Wind Shirt (water, wind, and stain resistant) Ceramic Tile; Joe Fortuna, Fortuna Etc.; Funeral Home; Gary Ford, Mighty Ducts, Gary Gillean, G & E. Plumbing; Larry Gates, Stone $60 each Qty. __ Size __ and Nate Zolman, Zolman Tire Service Cen- Gates Chevrolet; Robert Dunn, Get It Dunn Black $60 each Qty. __ Size __ ters. Jim Fershin, Fershin Custom Homes, Construction; Keith Klutts, Great Lakes welcomes Mark Miller, Mark’s Painting, and Lime $60 each Qty. __ Size __ Custom Dozing; Herb Eddy, Herbs Drywall; Terry O’Conner, Terry’s Painting. Tom Jeff Horvath, Jeff Horvath Masonry; Jim Garman, Garman Electric, welcomes Jack Sueded Sweatshirt (offers luxurious & comfortable feel) Resnik, JMR Construction; John Kaser, Merrill, JKM Wiring; Clayton Detweiler, Kaser Concrete Contractor; James Kolesia, Navy Blue $25 each Qty. __ Size __ Martin Brothers Contracting, and Darrell K-Wood Products; Greg Shaperell, Shaperell Schwartz, Schwartz Electric. Joe Goossens, Steel Blue $25 each Qty. __ Size __ Construction; Rick Springman, Springman Momper HAAB Insulation, welcomes John Brothers Electric, and Timothy Gordy, T. Rapid Dry Crew Shirt (rapid dry fabric makes it comfortable) Feeney, Lang Feeney & Associates. Daniel W. Gordy Construction. John Troyer, Troyer Haverty, MFB Financial, welcomes John Light Moss $20 each Qty. __ Size __ Construction, welcomes Jason Harr, Harr’s Eslinger, Lightning Litho Printing. Brian Siding & Windows. Mike Urbanski, Gar- Black $20 each Qty. __ Size __ Housand, Metropolitan Title Company, den Homes, welcomes Troy Treat, Dry Wall welcomes Eric Frye, ELF Excavating, and Service & Supply; Bill Noll, Fresh Trax, Ashworth Golf Hat - Stone $18 each Qty. __ Randy Kuczmanski, RK Appraisals. Louis and Kurt Zeiler, Zeiler Electric. Stacy (100% cotton, solid washed twill cap, one size fits all) Krueper, Homes by Krueper, welcomes Adam Vervynckt, McCarthy Smessaert Insurance Gonzalas, A & G Construction; Chris Total Merchandise $______Group, welcomes Todd Seiler, Four Winds Simpson, Creative Cabinets & Doors; Jerrel Custom Heating & Air Conditioning; Mike Add 6% Sales Tax$______Mead, Custom Millwork & Display; Jason Shipping/Handling $______McCrorey, D & S Distributing; Dan New Members/Recruiters (see page 17) Meehan, Meehan Electric, and Jim Ward, Total Due $______Ward’s Garage Door Sales & Service. Jim Kuykendall, Classic Homes of Indiana, wel- Name ______comes Jason Yeakey, Classic Seamless Gut- Company ______ters. James Lewis, Rosemark Homes of South Bend, welcomes Steve Brueck, Premier Address______Painting. Karen Lewis, Edgewater Bank, City, State, Zip ______welcomes Renee Sieg, Allied Banc; Jeffrey GM Exclusive Member Benefit Phone______FAX ______Vervynckt, Blake Builders; John Dunbar, Dunbar Mortgage & Associates; John $500 exclusive offer on most GM pas- E-mail ______Foegley, Foegley Landscaping; Brian senger cars, light-duty trucks, vans and Payment Method:____ Cash____ Check___Credit Card Hesch, Hesch Homes, and Mike Bailey, SUVs. Illumiscape Outdoor Lighting. Brian VISA/MC Card Number______All eight GM nameplates are included Maxey, Maxey Custom Homes, welcomes in the offer: Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick, Exp. ______SIN ______(last 3 digits in signature block) James Checkley, Selah Home Systems. Ric Cadillac, GMC, Saturn, Saab and Signature ______Oswald, Notre Dame Federal Credit Union, HUMMER. welcomes Jim Hummer, Woodworking By Design. Linda Rogers, Nugent Builders, The $500 exclusive offer can be com- welcomes Gary Stone, Colors Unlimited; bined with most retail national and re- Shipping/Handling Complete & return with gional incentives in effect at the time of Merchandise Total Rick Weddington, Competitive Drywall; payment to: IBA, PO Box 44670, Greg Brown, Construction By Brown & delivery. $0-$60...... $7.50 Indianapolis, IN 46244-0670. Brown; Mike Messana, Creative Exteriors; The program runs through January 3, $61-$200...... $10.00 (800)377-6334 * Chris Williams, Cutting Edge Floors; Den- 2008. $200-$400.....$15.00 FAX (317) 236-6342 * nis Miller, Ellis Heating Service; David Ehlert, Fisk Plumbing; Todd Foster, Foster Visit gmfleet.com/nahb [email protected] Construction; Randy Usenick, Granger Ir- 1-800-368-5242 rigation; Lothar Miesel, Indiana & Michi- July, 2007 The Indiana Bildor, Page 17

New Members/Recruiters (from page 16) Kowatch, It’s Topps; John Calvano, Joy’s Ron McKee, Ron McKee Auction Service; Maurillo, Farmers Insurance, and Teresa David L Howald Johns, and Phillip Ball, Lane Furniture & Scott McDaniel, Scott’s Custom Colors; Marlow, Wabash Valley Appraisals. Brian Construction, wel- Ball Furniture. David Weiss, Weiss Homes, Steve McGahey, Tempco Products, and Holley, Hy-Grade Insulation, welcomes Dan comes Wade Anshutz III, Anshutz Dentistry; welcomes Bart Bales, Bales Mechanical; Gregg Dammann, Dayhuff, Advantage Lending; Brad Tom Fulk, Fulk Construction; Daniel Bob Quimby, Bob’s Landscaping & Lawn TerreHauteFurnishAHome.com. Terry Day, McElheny, Brad McElheny Construction; Alvarado, Genesis Drywall & Construction; Care, and Chris Dennig, CD Concrete. Terry Day Construction, welcomes Dana Sam Pierce, CFIC Home Mortgage; Terry Mark Graber, Graber Post Buildings; Naylor HBA of Greater Terre Haute Kilmer, Appliance Doctor Plus Heating & Eup, Eup Drywalling; Fred Wilson, F J Wil- Coughlin, Hoosier Heating & Cooling; Jim Brian Allen, AC& R Company, welcomes Cooling; Jon Bradbury, Family Chiroprac- son; Jimmy Pennington, First Priority Mort- Robertson, Illiana Lawn Care; Robert Dave Marrs, Dave Marrs Masonry, and Kim tic; Bobby Fuller, Fuller Custom Wood- gage; John Wilson, Gingerbread House De- Bryant Jr., McCurdy’s Decorating Center; Singhurse, Kim Sinhurse Trucking. Gloria working; Ronald Cook, Progressive Reno- signs; Tom Graham, Jr., Graham Drywall & Josh Brittain, Precision Stone Works; Steve Anderson, Anderson Construction, wel- vations, and Virgil Allen, Seamless Gutter Painting; Howard Junker, Junker Allstate Kidwell, Riddell National Bank; Tom comes Bob Weaver, Bob Weaver Roofing; Systems. Jack Dempsey, United Building Insurance; Mike McCain, McCain Con- Jeffers, TaxMasters; Joyce Lindley, Veritas Dale Shew, D E Shew Excavating; Joan Center, welcomes Mark Major, Woodwright struction; Dave Sankey, Sankey Construc- Mortgage Lending; Cindy Stearley, Vision Kanizer, Green Valley Disposal; John Home Builders. Douglas Dillion welcomes tion; Bill Seckinger, Seckinger Construc- Quest; Fred Nevils, Wetnight & Nevils Con- Crispin, Hardwood Renovations; Jeff Mike Frey, Wholesale Drainage Supply. tion; Todd Noel, Todd Noel Construction, struction, and Steve Smith, WTHI-TV. Ri- Calahan, Jeff Calahan Construction; Don Eyler, E & R Construction, welcomes and Thomas Wetnight, Wetnight’s RV Sales chard Jenkins, Jenkins Builder/Developer, Stephen Teike, Masonry Teike Enterprises, Becky Busiere, Becky Busiere ReMax Real & Service. Jenilee Hooker, Sherwin-Will- welcomes Greg Camp, Boral Bricks; Jeff and Carol Prettyman, Prettyman Properties. Estate. Pam Hartman, Hartman Homes & iams, welcomes Dennie McGuire, McGuire Heffner, Certain Teed Corporation; Chad Bernice Baker, First Financial Bank, wel- Appraisal Service, welcomes Gretchen Excavating & Trucking. David Howald, New Members/Recruiters (see page 18) comes Marjorie Beyrer, Terre Haute Ford Kia. Ryan Baker, GMB, CGB, Jenkins @e[`XeX9l`c[\ij8jjfZ`Xk`feD\dY\ij i\Z\`m\,$('YXj\[feè[`m`[lXc Builder/Developer, welcomes Jeff >GJ ZfdgXepXî\\d\ek% McCullough, Accounting Data; Adam En- :XccD`b\?Xee`^Xe@@@*(.$.',$*.**fi glish, Adam English CPA; Mike Jones, N`k_E\ok\c>GJ#pflZXe]è[dfi\gcXZ\j]Xjk\iXe[\Xj`\ik_Xe\m\i%N_`c\fek_\E\ok\c ?Xeb:ife\*(.$.',$*.'0]fi[\kX`cj% Allstate Insurance; Scott McVey, Associated EXk`feXcE\knfib#pfliZi\nZXej\\jk\g$Yp$jk\g[ì\Zk`fejkfk_\j`k\fek_\ì_Xe[$_\c[ Chiropractor Specialists; Thomas Swiger, [\m`Z\j%:c\Xim`jlXcjXe[j`dgc\Xl[`Yc\Zl\j_\cgk_\d]è[k_\[\jkèXk`fe%N_`c\XlkfdXk`Z Autoworks Body Shop; Rhett Baker, OD, efk`]`ZXk`fejk\cck_\d`]k_\pËm\^fe\f]]Zflij\%8e[n`k_k_\nfic[ËjcXi^\jknXcb`\$kXcb`\ Eye Works; Mic Orman, Mic’s Pics; Steve e\knfib#pflZXejkXpZfee\Zk\[Xe[dXb\aljkXYflkXepgcXZ\XnfibgcXZ\% Nasser, Mike’s Stop & Shop & Stop & Shine; Chip Miller, Prudential Newlin Johnson; Rob Measel, ReMax Rob Measel, and Troy Swan, Troy Swan Engineering. Pam Biddle, WTwo/WBAK, welcomes Bob Pfrommer, IT Travel Agency, and John Vermillion, The Bugman. Richard Booe, R Booe & Son Hardwood, welcomes Greg Conrad, North American Lighting. Pepper Bryant, Kessco Water, welcomes Scott Schoffstall, Central Indiana Asphalt; Rodney Clark, Clark In- surance Agency; Jason Shepard, Shepard Home Improvement, and Ben Thompson, TRC Contracting. Mark Clinkenbeard, Mark Clinkenbeard Construction, welcomes Mark Deady, Deady Construction. Brian Cottom, Woodco, welcomes Mary Duncan, Embroidery Express. Clint Cottrell, The Data Connection, welcomes Doug Andrews, Andrews Heating & Air Conditioning; Dawn Lafata, Beef O’Brady’s; Michael Ames, Ev- erything Water; Mike Perkins, Larrison’s Tax Service; Chuck Mattingly, Mattingly Collision Center; Steve Durham, Misco Enterprises; Darren Brucken M.D., Springhhill Family Healthcare; Mike Clawson, The Chimney Guys; Jan Kindsvatter, The Paper Chase; Jennifer Th- ompson, Time Warner Media Sales; Paul Beard, Treehuggers Paintball Courses and Proshop; Renee Campbell, Unique Win- dows & Doors; Michael Tom, Vigo Dodge, and Jim Pendergast, Woodburn Graphics. Jack Crapo, Jack Crapo Development, welcomes Wayne Collins, F C Tucker-Wayne Collins; Lynda Smith, Prudential Newlin Johnson, and Russ Ferrell, Russ Enterprise, 9CL^P]aTNP^]P\`T]P2;>"NL[LMWP9Pc_PW[SZYP^bT_SNPWW`WL]^P]aTNP#.P]_LTY^P]aTNP^]P\`T]P5LaL"PYLMWPO tion; James Hutchinson, KayJay; Jimmy [SZYP^#,OOT_TZYLWQPP^LYO]P^_]TN_TZY^XLdL[[Wd#söôôû>[]TY_9Pc_PW#,WW]TRS_^]P^P]aPO#>;=49?!_SP2ZTYR1Z]bL]OWZRZ!_SP90C?07YLXPLYOWZRZ!LYOZ_SP]_]LOPXL]V^L]P_]LOPXL]V^ZQ>[]TY_9Pc_PW# Robinson, Robinson Heating & Cooling; Page 18, The Indiana Bildor July, 2007

New Members/Recruiters (from page 17) Kraemer, Custom Framing; James Brown, comes Henry Field, HEF Services; Steve Monthly Recruiter Drawing Earl C Rodgers & Associates; Michelle Arnold, MMS; John Robinson, Robinson Winner Earns a $100 Credit at Sears Decker, Edgar County Bank & Trust; Kevin Rental Properties, and Scott James, Super Riley, K and A Masonry; Chris Elliott, Heating & Cooling. Rustin Laswell, RCI Month Winner McCord Tire & Auto Service; Dennis Pabst, Design, welcomes Todd Slankard, One May Trevor Stout, New Castle Area Vocational Program, New Castle Pabst Painting; Lynne Doe, Poolery Plus, Source; Rick Burchell, Rick’s Smokehouse and Jerry Sears, Sears Land Company. Jeff & Grill, and Matt Lee, Southern Indiana Sponsored by Kelly, York Chevrolet Pontiac Buick, wel- Home Repairs. Pat McLaughlin, ADT Se- comes Jeff Baltom, Dixie Chopper, and Todd curity Systems, welcomes Rick Otto, Coach Sutherlin, One Hour Heating & Air. Rick House Garages. Jeff McMullen, First Finan- Forrest Sherer, and Cindy Lawson, Wren CGB, CGR, Meneely Construction, wel- Lasure, Lasure Construction Company, wel- cial Bank, welcomes Jenny Moreland, Professional Painting. Dennis Meneely, comes Joe Milner, Ceres Solutions; Andrew Allender, Clover Signs; Traci Lawson, Cox Zwerner Gambill & Sullivan; Rick Hamilton, Hamilton Restoration; Ron Harms, Harms ReMax Homes & Land; Stephen Mackenzie, Mackenzie Design Service; Bill Marrs, Marrs Brothers; Jay Miller, Miller Flooring Systems; James Metz Jr., Oak Ridge Golf Course; Brad Pell, Pell Roofing & Siding, and Terry Kesler, Terry Kesler Homes. Luke Morgan, Indiana Wholesalers, welcomes Dan Dragon, Clay County Building Trades. Todd Newman, Newman Company, welcomes Jeff Eley, Lee Supply Corporation; Ray Ozuna, ABC Sup- ply Company; Max Helton, Apex Masonry; Earl Michels, Backyard Leisure; Charlie Karr, C K & Son Electric; Scott Rohbach, Custom Guttering; Mark Taylor, Data Mangement; Tony Cramer, Economy Fire Place; Todd Hein, Labor Link; Joe King, Royal Electric, and Fred Huber, Sign Ex- press. Jan Robinson, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, welcomes Dan Fehbrenbach, Bank of Indiana, and Pamela Kappel, Honey Creek Title. Jonelle Romaine, Indianola In- surance Agency, welcomes Nathan Lane, Fastlanes Construction; Rachelle Taylor, Smallville Childcare Facility, and Brad Bileau, Tabco Printing. David Sanders, Sanders Construction, welcomes Sylvan Peachey, Peacey Construction. Tom Slater, Timberland Lumber Company, welcomes Jackie Mitchell, Aames Title & Closings, and Bob Bowen, Bob Bowen Ford. Terry Whittington, Whittington Custom Homes, welcomes Kelly Chesshir, Crawl Works; Gary Baysinger, GB’s Spa Shop; Matt Siples, 7\b]ROg¸aSQ]\][WQQZW[ObSbVSQV]WQSag]c[OYST]`g]c`V][SaO`S[]`SW[^]`bO\bbVO\SdS` Systems Built Homes Siples Construction; BVOb¸aeVg]TTS`W\UEObS`4c`\OQSUS]bVS`[OZVSObW\UQ]]ZW\UagabS[aWaOa[O`bQV]WQS7\TOQb EObS`4c`\OQSUS]bVS`[OZagabS[aQO\PSbVSPSabO\RSOaWSabeOgb]bÒ\aT]`[O\]`RW\O`gV]caS Chris Trout, Trout’s Professional Painting, W\b]Ob`cZgU`SS\V][S³OPWUabS^b]eO`R_cOZWTgW\UT]`bVSTSRSÒZS\SÙgQ`SRWb]T A] and Brain Wilson, Wilson Tek. Wb¸aOa[O`bW\dSab[S\bT]`g]c`PcaW\SaaO\RT]`g]c`QZWS\ba Henry County BA A William King III, Kings Title and Abstract, 1]\aWRS`bVSPS\S¿bag]cQ]cZRS\X]g welcomes Jeanne Hall, Mainsource Bank. /Q][^SbWbWdSSRUS]dS`]bVS`PcWZRSàeV]]TTS`]\ZgZSaaST¿QWS\b]`RW\O`gagabS[a Pat McGrady, Pro Green, welcomes Fred =^^]`bc\WbgT]ÒRRSRaOZSaO\R^`]¿ba Hopkins, Freds Driveways; Chuck Hamby, 7\Q`SOaSRbÒT¿QbV`]cUVg]càV]e`]][O\R[]RSZa Henry County Glass & Mirror; Buddy 6WUVZgaObWa¿SRQZWS\babVW\Y`STS`ÒZa AOZSaac^^]`bPgEObS`4c`\OQSTOQb]`g`S^`SaS\bObWdSa Hudson, Hudson Tool Rental; Keith A^SQWOZ^`WQW\UT]`[]RSZV][SW\abOZZObW]\a Pritchett, Pritchett’s Backhoe Service, and D]Zc[S`SPObSa Aaron Stigail, Ross Lawns & Landscaping. Jeff Razor, A&R Garage Doors, welcomes 4]`[]`SW\T]`[ObW]\Q]\bOQb( Bruce Aaron, Aaron Homes; Bill Edwards, Bill Edwards Remodeling, and Don >VWZ/ZPS`ba]\DWQS>`SaWRS\b]TAOZSa Criswell, Don Criswell Construction. ! %!&# $" L ^VWZOZPS`ba]\.eObS`Tc`\OQSQ][ Stephen Robinson, GMB, CGB, CGR, CAPS, RE Construction, welcomes Pat McGrady, Pro Green. Pat Smith, Windows & Kitchens of Indiana, welcomes Glen Underwood, Glen Underwood Construc- tion. Trevor Stout, New Castle Area Voca- tional Program, welcomes Tom Bell, CTC/ Reach BB; Jerrell Dennis, Dennis Equip- ment; Jack Conwell, Luellen LP Gas, and Wayne Graham, Sears Company Dealer. July, 2007 The Indiana Bildor, Page 19 Why Should I Earn my New CAASH Designation! With a large segment of the population CAASH reaching the age of 50, the active adult market is the fastest growing segment of the housing industry today. The NAHB 50+ Housing Council developed the CAASH designation to give its membership the Curriculum & other Requirements: competitive edge by providing the Regular CAASH Applicants: education, tools and skills and to address * Sucessfully complete three (3) required courses the needs of this hot market. * Have a minimum of three (3) years experience in the 50+ housing field ? * Provide evidence of fifty (50) elective credits * Adhere to CAASH Code of Ethics Location for all classes: Grandfathered CAASH Applicants: Indiana Housing Center * Submit the completed CAASH Pofessional Profile and fee to The NAHB University 1011 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., St. An official IBA Housing of Housing no later than December 1, 2007. Download the Profile at Indianapolis, IN 46202 University Sponsor www.buildIndiana.org or for a copy contact IBA at 800-377-6334. * Have a minimum of ten (10) years experience in the 50+ housing field * Provide evidence of eighty (80) elective credits Complete these 3 courses, earn your designation! 2007 Class Dates Smart Planning for Active Adult Communities Sept. 26; 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ____ September 26, 2007 Smart Planning for Active Adult Communities A diverse population with discriminating tastes, the Boomers are influencing everything ____ September 27, 2007 Designing for the Active Adult about planning active adult developments. Learn how to better identify and serve the ____ September 28, 2007 Selling to Active Adults needs of this unique aging population. This course assists builders, developers, and other housing professionals in gaining a greater and more in-depth understanding of planning for the active adult community and the importance of market research before development. As a graduate of this course, you will be able to: Describe characteristics and attributes of Registration Fees active adult communities; describe 55+ consumers who are likely to move; explain the & Payment Information reasons for market research; and explain what the housing professional needs to know before starting an active adult project. ____x 195/course for HBA members Save up to $70! Designing for the Active Adult ____x 245/course for Non-HBA members Sept. 27; 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ____ $50 Discount: Register for all 3 Courses By the year 2010 there will be 77 million active adults age 50 and older living in the U.S. ____ $20 Early Bird Discount: Register 30 Days in Advance of Course They’re comprised of a variety of market segments that are defined by lifestyle, community Amount Due: $______(NON-HBA MEMBERS MUST PREPAY and amenities / product design preferences. This one-day course gives you an overview of WITH CHECK OR MC/VISA) design considerations to take into account when planning single-family and multifamily Payment Method: ___ Check Enclosed ___ Invoice housing for active adults. Learn how to meet the needs of this growing market and how to ___ MasterCard (MC)/Visa provide them with a variety of housing options. MC/Visa Acct. #______Selling to Active Adults Exp. Date ______Sept. 28; 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. V Code (last 3 digits located in signature line) ______To improve your sales success with the active adult home buyer, it’s critical to have sales Signature ______strategies specific to this complex customer. This course is designed to give you techniques to more effectively communicate with, qualify handle objections from, and close sales with your potential active adult home buyers. Questions: Contact Carlie Hopper at (800) 377-6334 or [email protected] Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made 10 or more business days prior to the date of the course will receive Return Completed Form: IBA, P.O. Box 44670 a refund less 30% administration fee. If a cancellation is made less than 10 business Indianapolis, IN 46244-0670 FAX (317) 236-6342 days in advance, a 50% cancellation fee will be charged. Registrants who fail to attend a course without prior notification to IBA are liable for the entire fee. 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Questions? PHONE FAX (800) 377-6334 * Fax (317) 236-6342 E-mail: [email protected] * www.BuildIndiana.org E-MAIL ADDRESS LOCAL HBA Page 20, The Indiana Bildor July, 2007 The Real Looming Property Tax Crisis Written by Mark D. Brown and reprinted nearly every non-recession legislative ses- eral reassessment. The Supreme Court-or- solution might be achievable. Unfortu- with permission from the Indiana Fiscal sion since at least 1983 (the year of the cre- dered change in the assessment standard was nately, an improved property assessment Policy Institute’s Epilog in the “Fiscal ation of the Homestead Credit), there is dis- supposed to improve the underlying assess- system that delivers understandable, cor- Policy Report 24 - The Enacted Budget for cussion, debate, and more legislation pro- ment system upon which property taxes are rect, and consistent assessments is not yet Fiscal Years 2008 and 2009: Much More posed to “reform” property taxes. If not “re- built. It was supposed to result in a simpler, in place. Indeed, since 2002, the call con- than Meets the Eye.” form,” “relief” has been proposed. Often, more understandable, more equitable tinues for reform and relief. In the years be- debate rises to the consideration of “true method for valuing property for tax pur- fore restructuring and certainly in the years hirty-five years after the enact- reform” and enactment of a “permanent so- poses. since, legislative action has been largely ment of the Bowen Property Tax lution.” In conjunction with the major tax restruc- limited to temporary, one-time measures. T Reform package, property taxes One “true reform” occurred when, for prop- turing enacted in the 2002 legislative ses- Some sort of reform or relief has been en- are still one the most difficult is- erty taxes payable in 2003, the state com- sion, the hope of many was that true reform acted every budget session going back at sues for the Indiana General Assembly. In pleted the first ever market value based gen- would be accomplished and a permanent least 16 years. In addition, legislation was passed in several non-budget sessions to Green Building for Building provide property tax relief. The cost to tax- & Remodeling Professionals payers - sales and income tax payers, pri- This course for building & remodeling marily - of this relief now totals well in ex- professionals discusses strategies for incor- cess of $2 billion per year. That total does not include direct state support of local porating green-building principles into homes public schools. without driving up the cost of construction. The reality today: the assessment system Students will learn how green homes provide remains broken. The promise of reforming buyers with better value, lower maintenance, the assessment system to a market value better indoor air quality and better long-term standard has not been met. Local assessors value. Techniques are also discussed for com- and auditors are unable to complete assess- petitively differentiating your home products ment updates and complete tax bills on with increased indoor environmental quality time. As the IFPI demonstrated in the No- as well as energy resource efficiency. vember, 2005 Statewide Tax Equalization Study (Study), inconsistent and incorrect Designation Credit: assessments are rampant across the state. The Study provides evidence of systematic dif- CGB/CGA/GMR (counts as 2 course credits for ferences in assessment practice across prop- CGB/CGA; required GMR course) erty classes, across townships, and across Continuing Education Credits: counties. CAPS, CGA, CGB, CGR, GMB, GMR, The estimates of property tax increases for homeowners that lead to the enactment CSP, Master CSP, CMP, and MIRM of the latest property tax relief demonstrate An official IBA Housing University Sponsor: the need not only to fix the assessment system, but to require the collection and trans- mission of complete, accurate, and timely property tax data from local assessors and Thursday, Oct. 25, 2007 auditors to the state. It is precisely the lack of data - due in part to the tardiness of local Friday, Oct. 26, 2007 officials in charge of assessments and prop- 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. erty tax billing and collection and in part to their inadequate data systems - that lead Indiana Housing Center to the 11th hour estimates from the Legisla- 1011 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., St. tive Services Agency sounding a property Indianapolis, IN 46202 tax crisis alarm. In order to truly reform the property tax Instructor: Stephen Robinson, system, to find a permanent solution, the GMB, CGB, CGR, CAPS work needs to start at the very base of the system - at the foundation. That foundation is the assessment system, and it must be Registration Fees & Payment Information fixed. Without accurate and consistent as- ____x $300 for HBA members sessments, some taxpayers will pay more ____x $400 Non-HBA members Questions: Contact Carlie Hopper at (800) 377-6334 or than their “fair share” while others will pay Amount Due: $______(NON-HBA MEMBERS MUST PREPAY [email protected] less. When taxpayers know that they are WITH CHECK OR MC/VISA) Return Completed Form: IBA, P.O. Box 44670 not treated equitably and / or they do not Payment Method: ___ Check Enclosed ___ Invoice Indianapolis, IN 46244-0670 FAX (317) 236-6342 understand how their tax bill is determined, ___ MasterCard (MC)/Visa they rightfully complain. Without complete, MC/Visa Acct. #______Thursday, October 25, 2007 accurate and timely data, state officials can- Exp. Date ______Friday, October 26, 2007 not determine with accuracy what the prob- V Code (last 3 digits located in signature line) ______lems are, and where. Signature ______To fix the foundation, The IFPI recom- mends truly reforming the assessment process by: NAME COMPANY * Eliminating townships as assessment jurisdictions; * Professionalizing Administration; * Ensuring Property Valuation is done ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP correctly and consistently by conducting

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(from page 20) Tax that sets the values upon which the rest of independent sales ratio studies and by the structure is built. Without shoring up equalizing property assessed values where the foundation, the General Assembly will 'HVLJQ%XLOG,QVWDOO necessary; continue to find itself patching and fixing * Obtaining good data and analyze it to problems one year, only to find other prob- understand who actually pays what and to lems, in other parts of the structure, crop- %DUV .LWFKHQV identify and understand the impact of ex- ping up the next year, and the next, and the %XLOWLQV 6DOHV&HQWHUV isting policies. next, and the next.... Only after the above reforms and improve- The Indiana Fiscal Policy Institute (IFPI), &ORVHW6\VWHPV 6LWH7DEOHV ments are made, can the General Assembly formed in 1987, is a private non-profit gov- target any “relief” based on rational public ernmental research organization. It is the .LRVNV 6SD 6DORQV policy and know that it will have the in- only independent statewide source of con- tended effect. Only then, will there not be tinuing research into the impact of state unintended consequences of the kind that taxing and spending policies in Indiana. require a new “fix” each and every year. The IFPI is privately supported by a vari- With the cost of property tax “reform,” “re- ety of organizations, corporations, asso- lief,” and “replacement” in excess of $2 bil- ciations, and individuals in Indiana and lion per year to the state, it is time for true surrounding states. Contributions to the reform of Indiana’s property tax system. But IFPI are fully deductible under section 501 that reform must begin at the property tax (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. For system’s foundation, the assessment system more information, call (317)237-2890. Set Yourself Apart... Earn Your CSP

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Stephen Robinson, GMB, CGB, CGR, CAPS, IBA President, joined Governor Mitch Daniels as he announced his intentions to run for re-election as Indiana’s Governor. IBA Past President Joe Zehr (second from left) and wife Tammy (left) welcome three other IBA Past Presidents to Fort Wayne for their recent Parade of Homes Extravaganza. Pic- Schreckengast Receives Governor Appointment tured (third from left to right) are: David Kovich, GMB, CAPS; Irma Kovich; Larry Coplen, CAPS; Marta Hopkins; Steve Heidorn, GMB, CGR, CAPS; and Chris Heidorn. overnor Mitch Greater Lafayette, sits on the Indiana Build- Daniels appointed ers Association (IBA) Board of Directors. The North Eastern Group’s Director of Market- G Steve Schreckengast, “Ivy Tech serves an important educational ing, Kim Ward, and Vice President, Ric Zehr, together with the HBA of Fort Wayne, were instru- president of Citation and economic mission for Indiana,” said Homes, a Lafayette-based build- mental in planning the Parade of Homes Extrava- Schreckengast. “With an enrollment of over ganza at Barclay Cove in Azbury Woods, a new ing and real estate development 100,00 students at 23 campuses statewide, development located in southwest Fort Wayne. In company, to the Ivy Tech Com- this year’s event each builder was paired with a the success of Ivy Tech is crucial for the munity College Board recently. major sponsor who co-branded the home name. Schreckengast, a member of the BA of future of Indiana’s economy.” Builders included Aspen Bay; Gunstra Builders; Palatial Homes; Granite Ridge Builders; Lancia Homes; First Quality Homes; and Star Homes by Delagrange & Richhart. Major Sponsors included: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana; Fort Wayne Awards Scholarships Tower Bank; Verizon; Masters Heating & Cool- he HBA of Ft. Wayne recently University, majoring in Engineering; Mitch ing; Master Spas; Youth For Christ, and YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne. awarded scholarships to several Bieberich, Purdue University, majoring in T students acknowledging them for Building Construction Management; outstanding citizenship, excel- Michael Cashen, Purdue University, major- lent references, and grades. Receiving scholarships were: Kate ing in Building Construction Management; Lengacher, Ball State University, majoring and Harrison Heller, Babson College, main Architecture; Gregory Bauman, Purdue joring in Business/Entrepreneurship. $1.2 Million Still Available in “Buy Now” Grant Funds - Local Builders Associations Encouraged to Apply Now -

he National Association of Home The NAHB “Buy Now” Advertising As- Builders (NAHB) has $1.2 million sistance Program provides grants to quali- T in “Buy Now” advertising assis- fying HBA’s in three categories: tance grants available to local * HBA’s conducting ad campaigns in the builders associations to bolster home sales top 10 media markets (Tier 1); in markets hit hard by the current housing * HBA’s with more than 250 members op- downturn. erating in areas outside of the top 10 major As of the end of May, 95 local associa- media markets (Tier 2); and tions in 30 states have received or been ap- * HBA’s with 250 or fewer members (Tier proved to receive nearly $1.8 million in 3). NAHB advertising assistance. Including the To qualify for grants, the ads must deliver matching funds that the HBA’s contributed, a “buy now” message, be placed in 2007 the total value of their advertising cam- and conducted in markets that have experi- paigns is more than $5.5 million. enced a major decline in home sales and Congratulations to three Indiana local housing production. associations that have received grants: BA To learn more about the program, eligi- of Greater Indianapolis, Southwestern Indi- bility considerations and requirements, con- ana BA, and HBA of Southern Indiana. Your tact Niki Clark at NAHB at (800)368-5242 local could be next. x806l or by e-mail at [email protected].

Heather Love, IBA’s Information Coordi- nator, is pictured with her family, Nick Sturgeon, new daughter Kayla, and Jada. July, 2007 The Indiana Bildor, Page 25 Bill Rich (left), Omega Flex, takes time to answer a question for Larry Lynch, Evans- Robinson Named NAHB June ville Inspector, pertaining to corrugated stainless steel tubing. Remodeler of the Month Sponsored by ndiana Builders Associa- sentative of the Year” for 2002. tion (IBA) State President, He is a three time past President I Stephen Robinson, GMB, of the Henry County Builders As- CGB, CGR, CAPS, R.E. sociation and serves as their lo- Construction, New Castle, has cal PAC Chairman. He is also on been awarded the National Asso- the Board of Directors of both the Attendees Benefit from Industry Experts ciation of Home Builders (NAHB) IBA and the NAHB. June 2007 “Remodeler of the Robinson is a trustee of the n June, the Indiana Builders Asso- ronmental issues, mechanics liens, land use, Month”. NAHB Remodelers and sits on the ciation (IBA) hosted its first ever and legislative updates. Robinson earned IBA’s NAHB Remodelers CAPS Board Construction Industry Legal Issues Numerous builders, bankers, and code of- I “Remodeler of the Year” Award in 2001 and of Governors and CGR Board of Governors. ficials located throughout the state attended Conference, sponsored by Locke He is also an Alternate NAHB Build-PAC the conference. was also named NAHB’s “National Repre- Reynolds, LLP. Trustee. During the conference, legal experts dis- IBA staff received positive feedback from cussed issues pertaining to CSST (corru- attendees about their experiences and IBA gated stainless steel tubing), class action looks forward to hosting this conference settlements, real estate transactions, envi- again in the future.

A panel of experts presented at IBA’s first Construction Industry Legal Issues Conference (left to right): Dan Bobilya, Locke Reynolds; Bill Rich, Omega Flex; Tom Bedsole, Locke Reynolds; Tim Scanlan, Omega Flex; Dean Brackenridge, Locke Reynolds; Matt Voors, It was quite a meeting as nearly 500 years of combined housing experience was repre- Locke Reynolds; and Rick Wajda, IBA’s CEO. Locke Reynolds was the sponsor of the sented when a group of housing leaders got together (left to right): Bob Stephens, Green- conference. wood, IBA’s 1980 President; Frank Spivey, CGR, Indianapolis, IBA’s 1988 President; Walt Leonard, Connersville, IBA’s 1963 President; Floyd Estes, Greenwood, IBA’s 1983 President; Charlie Pechette, Indianapolis, IBA’s 1975 President; and Bill Carson, IBA’s retired CEO of 42 years.

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Associates Avenue (from page 23) Train your employees. If you don’t already sure you have buy-in from your employees have one, put a training system in place so in everything you do to satisfy that vision. %LOO&DUVRQ you can get your new hires up and running Leading also involves goal setting and as soon as possible. Productivity and qual- qualifying everyone’s role in meeting the 3OHDVHMRLQXVIRUDQHYHQLQJ ity increase when employees know what is goals. If your employees are motivated, feel RIGULQNVKRUG·KHXUYHV DUWZRUN expected of them. valued, and respect you as a leader, they’ll Motivate your employees. A paycheck is enthusiastically buy into the company vi- not motivation. Help your employees sion and work hard to meet or exceed your 7KXUVGD\-XO\ (DVWWK6WUHHW achieve what they want to achieve profes- company’s goals. SaS ,QGLDQDSROLV,1 sionally and, to some degree, in their per- “Sure, you’ve got to build good homes sonal lives. That’s the ticket to motivating and get good financing,” Freedland says. 5693E\-XO\ UHGLUHFWLRQVFRP people. “But to protect yourself if the market turns, ',5(&7,216 Take care of your employees - and they’ll you’ve got to be a good leader.” 3URFHHGVIURPWKHVDOHRIRULJLQDODUWZRUNJRGLUHFWO\WRWKH %LQIRUG%RXOHYDUG1RUWK take care of you. “They’ll do things for you /HIWDWWK6WIODVKLQJOLJKW that they wouldn’t do for others,” Freedland For more information, contact Natalie ,QGLDQD%XLOGHUV$VVRFLDWLRQ·V (GXFDWLRQDO6FKRODUVKLS)RXQGDWLRQ,QF ,PPHGLDWHOHIW says. Holmes at (800)368-5242 x8201 or by e- 6W0DU\ V&KLOG&HQWHU 5HGLUHFWLRQVLVGRZQVWUHHW mail at [email protected]. Lead your employees. This involves ex- 7KLVVKRXOGPDNH\RXVOHHSEHWWHU RQOHIW plaining the company vision, and making Page 26, The Indiana Bildor July, 2007

Charles’ “Bulls Owls, Lambs and Tigers(r)” Closing Skills for a Difficult Market in a one or two-hour session at the Interna- Written by: Charles Clarke III. you truly could be “aggravating” a great because seating is limited. Call (770)287- tional Builder’s Show, Indiana’s Midwest 7808 for more information and to register. Builders Convention or a local Builders f a salesperson sells the way they number of people and losing sales. There The event includes my original and unique Association you have only heard a small would like to be sold they could are two essential ingredients that make a Master Closer Trilogy material, which has portion of the power of personality selling “I be losing at least 1/2 to 3/4 of Master Closer: Connecting with prospects’ literally transformed sales teams big and and personality marketing. their potential sales.” That might BOLT(tm) personality 100% of the time, small, across the nation and internationally. Day 2: The New Critical Path of New sound strange to you at first, but hopefully and 100% of the time asking “What do you This event is for new and experienced sales- Home Sales for Each Animal Personality. I have your attention. think about going ahead with this today?” people, sales and marketing managers, If a salesperson tried to use the same meth- The question to you Builders: Does your - or another variation of asking for the sale builders, associate members who want to odology with each personality everything sales staff always sell the way they would - even with non-qualified buyers. enhance their closing skills. All three days will back fire on them. For instance, what’s like to be sold? If you are salesperson, do If you are a builder or salesperson, think will be geared toward creating and honing the critical path for the Bull prospect that you always sell the way you would like to of the number of sales you have lost by not closing skills for a difficult market and de- just starts heading for the model? Learn the be sold? Remember, if a salesperson always incorporating the two Master Closer ingre- veloping everyone in attendance into a strategic path that is most effective for each sells the way they would like to be sold dients. The good news is that an opportu- Master Closer personality type. In this segment, Charles they could be alienating and “turning off” nity turn-around is coming up. I am bring- includes his original 13 Mind Locks for a great number of their potential buyers - ing my intensive, three-day “Closing Skills “Closing Skills for a Difficult Market” Success for each animal personality. possibly 1/2 to 3/4. You can put together for a Difficult Market” to Indianapolis on Day 1: “Bulls, Owls, Lambs and Day 3: The Only Seven Objections with selling methodologies, but if you don’t September 12-14. This cutting-edge ses- Tigers(r).” Discover or rediscover Charles’ Specific Strategies to Overcome Each operate under the premise that “It depends” sion is just $690 per person for Indiana four animal personalities. If you have heard Objection. Every objection you have ever (it depends on prospects’ personalities) then Builders Association members. Act now, heard is rooted in one of only seven objec- Charles Clarke Consulting, Inc. / [email protected] / PH: 770.287.7808 / www.personalityselling.com tions. Includes how to sell to couples that have opposite personalities. Objections Charles J. Clarke III presents themselves also have the Bull, Owl, Lamb, Tiger personality. Objections will never again be the same to you. This event also features additional en- hanced segment topics. O L T 1. Management Session (evening of B Wednesday, September 12 from 6 - 8 pm)

In this brief evening session, Charles will Bulls, Owls, Lambs and Tigers®: Personality Selling and Personality Marketing train managers on the seven “must do’s” and the seven “never do’s” of management. (Specifically for Manager and company The most timely, relevant sales Principals.) course in the industry today. Closing Skills for a 2. Self-Prospecting on a Shoestring Bud- get The course you and your sales staff Get ready to learn seven totally unique, can’t to miss. Difficult Market and little known methodologies for sales- afford people to drive in their own qualified traf- fic above and beyond what the company is Call today to register. Just $690 per person. doing. 3. Scripts September 12-14 / Indiana Convention Center In his new, revised 30-page workbook (included in the cost of registration), Charles Today’s market is tough. But it’s still possible to have a Master Closer sales ratio of 1 in 5… includes specific scripts to overcome ob- if you have the right techniques and methodologies. If you have the strategies of jections to reach each animal personality. Charles Clarke III’s dynamic three-day seminar “Closing Skills for a Difficult Market.” 4. Goal Setting & Creating a Burning

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Your sales team needs “Closing Skills for a Difficult Market.” In this module, Charles will guide attendees to reach within themselves, discover Seminar topics include: their innermost motivational forces, and If a salesperson sells the way they would like to be sold capture those forces to have the most suc- “Bulls, Owls, Lambs they could be losing at least ½ to ¾’s of their potential sales. and Tigers®” cessful year ever. That might sound strange to you at first, but hopefully I 5. Closes The New Critical Path have your attention! When your salespeople sell they way of Selling Charles will dissect the specific 21 most- they want to be sold, they could be alienating over half of used closes to demonstrate which work and Overcoming Objections their potential buyers. There are two essentials that make a which don’t work in terms of Bulls, Owls, Scripts each buyer Master Closer: Connecting with prospects’ BOLT™ Lambs and Tigers. If a salesperson uses the personality type personality 100% of the time, and asking “What do you think wrong closes with a personality, the close Strategic follow-up about going ahead with this today?”—or asking for the sale— backfires, and the result is a missed sale. Negotiating to sell more 100% of the time (even with non-qualified buyers). 6. Follow-up and give up less My “Bulls, Owls, Lambs and Tigers®” system is a lot Learn how to follow-up with prospects that Techniques for effective more than personality selling. It’s proven, strategic have not yet bought (as well as those that demonstration methodologies to connect with buyers, demonstrate and have bought) in terms of their personality Closing strategies for type. You will also acquire specific meth- negotiate effectively, overcome objections quickly and each animal personality odologies for reducing cancellations. successfully, and close more sales, even in the current Current case study Now more than ever you need the strate- market. analysis and role-play gies that will make you a Master Closer, Call 770-287-7808 today to register your sales team. Just Close, Close, Close and builders and sales managers need sales $690 for the full three days! Charles Clarke III, MIRM And more! teams of Master Closers. Don’t miss out on the one event that will increase your sales and profits and help you make this market Ready to increase sales? Call 770.287.7808 to register your sales team for this powerful event. work for you. It’s the one seminar you can’t afford to miss. July, 2007 The Indiana Bildor, Page 27

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