Tag Archive for Home

Home Improvement Contractors and Homeowners in Georgia Can Now Connect for Free on TotalHouseHold.com

Home Improvement Contractors and Homeowners in Georgia Can Now Connect for Free on TotalHouseHold.com












Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) November 30, 2011

TotalHouseHold.com has announced the official expansion of its website into the State of Georgia. The site helps homeowners connect to local contractors and home service providers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and now Georgia. Service types include kitchen remodeling and bathroom renovations, painting, electricians, handyman services, plumbing, roofing, landscaping, movers, and a wide array of others.

“We are very excited to now be available to homeowners and contractors in Georgia. Some consider Georgia the birthplace of the home improvement industry and we are proud to be a part of it.” said Jeffrey LaCava, CEO. Mr. LaCava went on to say, “We would like to give homeowners a place to research contractors’ credentials and reviews, as well as a forum for contractors to market themselves and their work. Creating a website can be costly and time consuming. A contractor profile page on TotalHouseHold.com can be a great way to gain the type of web exposure that every business needs.”

Visitors to the website can search a database of over 97,000 local contractors based on project type and location, as well as business characteristics such as whether the service provider accepts credit cards, is open 24 hours, is BBB rated, and more. Users can also read and post reviews; rate contractors based on overall, budget, quality, timeliness, and cleanliness; post photos of work done by contractors; and verify license and insurance credentials. We have a useful “10 Tips to Hiring a Contractor” guide, advice, and articles round out the site, making it a valuable resource for all users.

Home improvement contractors and service providers can use the site to better promote their business, communicate with existing clients and attract new customers. They can manage their own business profile page, add a logo, describe services offered, and present photos of their work. Service providers can also display testimonials, offer coupons and promotions, respond to reviews, and much more. It is a great way for those contractors with or without a website to obtain greater exposure on the internet. Their profile page will be able to be found on search engines. There are also promotional items available to home improvement contractors who achieve certain milestones.

In 2012, TotalHouseHold.com will be releasing additional features such as a calendar system, a transaction / payment system, and the ability to upload videos, as well as more social and referral capabilities, as well as states such as Florida, North Carolina, South Caroline, Virginia, and Washington D.C.

About TotalHouseHold.com

TotalHouseHold.com is the largest directory of home improvement, remodeling, construction, and other home service provider businesses in the Northeast. We provide the public free access to information on over 97,000 businesses using consumer reviews, ratings, license information, BBB ratings, and insurance information. In addition, TotalHouseHold.com provides businesses with an array of online tools to help them market their company, increase their online presence, display their work, and acquire new business leads.

###









Attachments

















Vocus©Copyright 1997-

, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.







Local Community Celebrates Completion of Sixteen Home Habitat for Humanity Neighborhood

Local Community Celebrates Completion of Sixteen Home Habitat for Humanity Neighborhood










Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) December 6, 2006

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (http://www.habitatla.org) celebrates completion of new homes for sixteen partner families in a Torrance neighborhood. The celebration takes place Saturday, December 9 from 11:00am to 2:00pm and will include a short program with Habitat of Greater Los Angeles Board Chairman, David Lin, acknowledging the sponsors, volunteers and other community leaders who have supported the three-year project.

Who: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles

What: Block Party to celebrate the completion of a sixteen home neighborhood in Torrance

When: Saturday, December 9, 2006, 11:00am – 2:00pm

Where: 22526 Halldale Ave, Torrance, CA 90501

Why: Sixteen families, who formerly lived in substandard housing, are now celebrating home ownership in partnership with Habitat for Humanity. The new homes have been under construction for the past three years, and volunteers who have come out to help work on the project include AmeriCorps members, faith groups, civic groups, Hollywood celebrities and the first lady of California, Maria Shriver. Corporate sponsors include CitiGroup and Lowes.

The event will celebrate the multicultural diversity of its new homeowners with entertainment, food and fun for the whole family.            

About Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles

HFH GLA (http://www.habitatla.org) strives to eliminate poverty housing through advocacy, education and partnership with families in need to build simple, decent affordable housing. Since 1990, HFH GLA has built more than 180 homes, transforming the lives of hundreds of individuals. In the fall of 2007, HFH GLA will host the Jimmy Carter Work Project (JCWP), Habitat for Humanity International’s preeminent event. JCWP will bring Jimmy Carter, his wife, Rosalynn and thousands of volunteers from around the world to Los Angeles to help build or renovate 100 homes.

Contacts:

Shannon Valencia                             

HFH GLA                                            

O: 310-323-4663 x103                        

Cell: 213-446-2237

Kristina Irwin

Starfish P.R.

Cell: 310-592-2403

# # #



















Vocus©Copyright 1997-

, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.







Unique Gifts, Home Decor Found on New Site, CelebrateYourself.com

Unique Gifts, Home Decor Found on New Site, CelebrateYourself.com











New York, NY (PRWEB) August 22, 2006 –

Today’s launch of CelebrateYourself, a revolutionary website, online store and community offering unique gifts and home décor, empowers individuals the world over to do something many of them have difficulty doing. CelebrateYourself is an online store and community dedicated to encouraging individuals to explore their creativity to celebrate who they really are, and celebrate the individuality of others.

CelebrateYourself inspires people to take their own self-exploration journey via its vibrant shop and online community and through the motivational articles published on its website. Visitors to the website is able to easily explore the CelebrateYourself online shop, where they can purchase handcrafted, high quality, unique and beautiful items including limited edition home décor and lifestyle accessories, distinctive scented candles, beautifully handmade leather journals, handmade paper stationery, scrapbook albums, handmade fashion jewelry, ceramics, pottery, wall art and other specialty accessories. Each item within the store is lovingly handcrafted by highly talented, creative artisans who collaborate with the CelebrateYourself team to create distinctive items, most of which are exclusive to the CelebrateYourself.com store, making them unique gifts for friends and family.

Founder, IT Professional, Life and Creative Coach, Star Gordon first developed the concept behind CelebrateYourself in November 2002. The new website combines e-commerce technology with a vibrant, creative community of likeminded individuals who appreciate who they are, and feed their eclectic and demanding tastes for high quality products by offering unique gifts and home décor.

“Our new website combines my social goals with an online store, where one can purchase high quality, beautiful products,” says Ms Gordon. “In designing and creating our quality handmade products, we work with talented artisans to express their own creativity and individual workmanship, and customers who purchase our items validate the creative individuality of that artisan and designer.”

The artisans and designers who work with the CelebrateYourself team hail from all over the world, and most of them live in the world’s poorest and sometimes catastrophic countries. CelebrateYourself bypasses the lure of cheaper mass production in lieu of top quality, hard-to-find products and workmanship, to help these individuals benefit from their creative skill sets to bring economic stability to their life and family, whilst also helping them to improve the quality of life within their communities.

“This website is a place to celebrate the individuality of you, and also the individuality of others, one product at a time,” says Ms Gordon. “It’s a philosophy we want to share with as many people as we can!”

About CelebrateYourself:

CelebrateYourself is a NYC-based retailer and online community where people can celebrate their individuality and that of others. The company sells a variety of items imported from economically challenged countries through their online store. CelebrateYourself online store offers a hand-picked selection of lifestyle accessories, home décor and unique gifts. The company favors natural, exotic and recycled materials such as rattan, wood, aluminum metal, leather and handcrafted paper. Most of the items are created in collaboration with artisans who are enriched both mentally and economically by CelebrateYourself and its customers.

Contact:

Star Gordon, Founder

CelebrateYourself.com

(800-439-0402)

http://www.celebrateyourself.com

###









Attachments


















Vocus©Copyright 1997-

, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.







Home Heating System Critical During Freeze, Says Repair-Home.com

Home Heating System Critical During Freeze, Says Repair-Home.com










Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) January 30, 2007

Record cold and freezing temperatures affecting much of the U.S. are straining home heating systems across the country. Homeowners concerned about the effect of the cold temperatures on their systems can access the Heating and Cooling section of Repair-Home.com (http://www.Repair-Home.com/Heating_and_Cooling), an online, interactive home repair resource. Heating system elements are addressed in detail on the site, including thermostat control, pilot light issues and radiant floor heating systems. A forum on the site connects visitors with knowledgeable contractors who can answer questions related to heating systems.

Columns on Repair-Home.com provide homeowners with advice on how to repair or maintain their heating systems. Recent topics include:


    Bleeding the radiator and cleaning the hot water system (http://www.repair-home.com/Your_Furnace)

    Duct cleaning (http://www.repair-home.com/Duct_Cleaning.html)

    Dealing with gas leaks (http://www.repair-home.com/Gas_Leaks)

Heating energy use has risen in many parts of the country. Auburn, CA experienced a ten percent increase during the recent cold snap, according to Pacific Gas & Electric Company spokeswoman Jennifer Ramp, who told the Auburn Journal that practicing home energy saving tips can make a big difference in heating bills. Homeowners looking for energy saving tips and personal responses to their heating system questions can find answers in the Repair-Home.com forums. Recent topics on the forums include “Black soot in hot air duct,” “fixing an old gravity furnace” and “Heat Pump defrost cycle.”

Repair-Home.com is an online home repair resource that includes an interactive homeowner driven forum, contractor listings and home repair resources ranging from walls and floors to cabinets and plumbing. Repair-Home.com connects homeowners with top home repair specialists and contractors for specific home repair projects.

###




















Vocus©Copyright 1997-

, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.







Free Online Calculator Identifies Home Remodeling Costs and Appreciation in Value

Free Online Calculator Identifies Home Remodeling Costs and Appreciation in Value










Sunnyvale, California (PRWEB) June 22, 2007

Home remodeling expert Dan Fritschen has created a website http://www.remodelestimates.com that gives people free access to a sophisticated online calculator that provides a reliable estimate of the cost to remodel a room, add a room or remodel the entire house. The calculation can also be used to provide an estimate of the amount a home will appreciate because of the remodel.

To generate a remodeling cost and payback estimate the site asks that you identify the following information:


    Where the home is located;
    The level of material quality;
    How much work the homeowner will do themselves; and
    The assessed value of the home.

The cost estimate can be refined by entering the amount of work a homeowner wants to do and the size of the room.

One of the biggest benefits is that you can see the impact of different approaches to a remodel. The cost to remodel a bathroom can range from $ 3,000 to $ 30,000 depending on the design choices you select.

Another benefit is if you are selling your home you can use the calculator to identify and give prospective buyers a reasonable remodeling credit so they can remodel to match their tastes. The data allows you to negotiate top dollar value for your home.

The site is not intended to take the place of a professional onsite cost estimate by an experienced remodeling expert or general contracting professional.

Dan Fritschen is author of several books including Remodel or Move? Make the Right Decision, Attic Remodeling Workbook, and The Complete Remodeling Workbook and Organizer.

For more information visit http://www.remodelormove.com or http://www.remodelestimates.com

Media Kits available upon request. Dan Fritschen is also available for interviews.

###



















Vocus©Copyright 1997-

, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.







Pests Are Looking to Invade Your Home This Fall -? Be Vigilant

Pests Are Looking to Invade Your Home This Fall -– Be Vigilant










Phoenix, AZ (Vocus) September 11, 2009 -–

Pest Bomb (http://www.PestBomb.com) reminds residents and homeowners that there are several common pests that tend to look to invade homes in the Fall, namely roaches, mice, rats, yellow jackets and wasps. None of these are friendly houseguests so preventing their ability to infest a residence is always the best practice. Pest Bomb offers guidelines for residents to aid them in avoiding any potential pest issues this fall:

1. Be careful when bringing in firewood. The type of pests that might be living in or on the wood are the type you definitely don’t want to invite inside.

2. Watch food sources that may attract pests like pet food and dirty dishes. Keep these covered and unavailable when not in use, wash them frequently, etc.

3. Never leave the lid off of a garbage can, whether indoors or out.

4. Keep compost piles far from the house.

5. Rinse bottles and other containers before putting them in the recycle bin.

Scheduling professional pest control service quarterly will help prevent a majority of problems. Sometimes, specific treatments or more frequent services are required in order to keep homes pest free. Residents should pay attention and, if a particular problem occurs, get in touch with a professional and pass on as many specifics regarding the pest issue as possible. For instance, if a cockroach is seen during the daytime, it’s most likely an infestation. The roach was most likely only seen during the day because its typical hiding place was overflowing.

Pest Control issues can vary by season and are often specific to the region. While DIY pest control options are available, many consumers find that hiring a professional is, in most cases, a more affordable option. The ineffective nature of many of the pest control treatments generally available to the public often results in a waste of time and money. On top of that, different pest issues require different handling. A consumer may have to run through a number of tests in order to find the right one, but a professional will know the area, the pests and the most effective treatments to control the situation.

PestBomb.com’s website was created by pest and termite control experts. Consumers are offered access to free, no obligation quotes from the Pest Bomb database of providers. Pest control services can even be scheduled online.

For further information on PestBomb.com or pest control service comparison get in touch at http://www.pestbomb.com.

Company: Pest Bomb

Website: http://www.PestBomb.com

Contact: Tyson Bailey

Phone: 1-888-240-2622

###





















Vocus©Copyright 1997-

, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.







Spring Is the Perfect Time for Homeowners to Tackle Home Maintenance Projects Inside and Out

Spring Is the Perfect Time for Homeowners to Tackle Home Maintenance Projects Inside and Out










Portland, Ore. (PRWEB) April 10, 2008

While home maintenance is important year round, ReliableRemodeler.com, http://www.reliableremodeler.com., a nationwide home improvement and remodeling contractor matching service, encourages homeowners to consider their home maintenance calendar this spring in order to protect their greatest investment, their home.

Spring and summer may be a time when homeowners think about starting large-scale remodeling projects, but it also pays to embark on basic home maintenance such as roof repairs, landscaping projects, and air conditioning service. To help homeowners prepare their home for the coming season, ReliableRemodeler.com has developed a section of their website dedicated to spring home maintenance. http://www.reliableremodeler.com/seasonal/spring/?utm_source=RR-Com&utm_medium=banner&utm_content=RR-Seasonal-Spring

“Many homeowners don’t consider how important basic home maintenance can be,” said Eric Doebele, Founder of ReliableRemodeler.com. “Simple spring maintenance projects such as inspecting your roof for any minor problems can save you from having major roofing issues down the road.”

In the long term, keeping up on regular home maintenance saves homeowners money. By fixing problem areas before they turn into costly disasters, homeowners are making smart home investment choices. Homeowners can also save money from lowered energy bills. A properly maintained home, with the right insulation, can lower cooling bills for the spring and summer months.

About ReliableRemodeler.com:

ReliableRemodeler.com is a leading nationwide home improvement contractor matching service working to bring together homeowners and contractors. To date, the company has matched over 640,000 homeowners with home improvement projects to quality, local contractors. Besides homeowners, the company targets over 1.2 million home improvement and remodeling contractors in the United States, providing them access to quality home improvement leads using proprietary matching technologies.

Both homeowners looking to start a home improvement project, or contractors who want to start receiving qualified leads, can visit our website, http://www.reliableremodeler.com.

For information about this press release or about ReliableRemodeler.com please contact:

Paige Thomas or media @ reliableremodeler.com.

###



















Vocus©Copyright 1997-

, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.







A Top Kitchen Site Announces How to Increase the Value of Your Home

A Top Kitchen Site Announces How to Increase the Value of Your Home











Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) February 14, 2007

Thirty percent of homeowners are looking into increasing their home values by remodeling their kitchen, according to http://l.limvus.com/cgi/r?;n=203;c=255823;s=5186;x=7936;f=200702121129550;u=j;z=TIMESTAMP [GuideToKitchenRemodeling.com __title__ GuideToKitchenRemodeling.com Kitchen Cabinet Resource], a top kitchen remodeling services site. Realtor.org’s 2006 Cost & Value Report indicates that consumers embarking on kitchen remodeling can expect to recoup as much as 85 percent of their renovation investment. GuideToKitchenRemodeling.com helps consumers with their kitchen remodel by connecting consumers with local companies offering kitchen cabinet refacing, cabinet replacement and cabinet installation.

Homeowners who are planning a kitchen remodel can find http://l.limvus.com/cgi/r?;n=203;c=255823;s=5186;x=7936;f=200702121129550;u=j;z=TIMESTAMP [kitchen cabinet resources __title__ GuideToKitchenRemodeling.com] and contractors at GuideToKitchenRemodeling.com. As part of the referral process, one question asks homeowners why they are remodeling their kitchen. Thirty percent of respondents aim to increase their home’s value.

The 2006 Cost & Value Report indicates that 75 to 80 cents of each dollar spent on renovation is returned to a homeowner at resale, with kitchens offering slightly greater returns. Both minor and major kitchen remodeling rank in the top ten remodeling projects for which homeowners can expect to recoup expenses at resale.

“Home buyers seem to gravitate to the kitchen first when they’re looking at a house,” Joe Traynor, a real estate appraiser in Indianapolis, told Bankrate.com. “And as appraisers, we do give extra credit to houses with updated kitchens.”

According to the 2006 Cost & Value report, a minor kitchen remodeling comes in fifth among remodeling projects. A minor kitchen overhaul cost an average of $ 17,928, with homeowners recouping an average of $ 15,278 at resale (85.2 percent). The same report indicates that a major kitchen remodel comes in sixth among renovation projects. A major kitchen re-do cost an average of $ 54,241, with homeowners recouping an average of $ 43,603 (80.4 percent).

According to Better Homes and Gardens, consumers recoup the greatest percentage if they complete minor remodeling–such as new kitchen cabinets or new kitchen cabinet styles accomplished through refacing–and sell within a year.

http://l.limvus.com/cgi/r?;n=203;c=255823;s=5186;x=7936;f=200702121129550;u=j;z=TIMESTAMP [GuideToKitchenRemodeling.com __title__ Kitchen Cabinet & Remodeling] is a home improvement site that matches consumers with top cabinet refacing, replacement and installation companies. The site connects consumers based on their specific kitchen cabinet needs and sets them up with services in their local area.

###






















Vocus©Copyright 1997-

, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.







Home Decor as Unique as You – New VisionBedding Website is Decorator’s Dream with Over a Million Choices

Home Decor as Unique as You – New VisionBedding Website is Decorator’s Dream with Over a Million Choices













See Our Huge Bedding Gallery

Pierre, SD (PRWEB) July 7, 2009

VisionBedding.com has created a unique experience for home decor shoppers online. There are over 1 million – yes, one million designs and styles, in the design gallery for customers to choose from. All of the home decor products can use any of the designs. They offer bedding, pillows, wall murals, blankets, posters, baby decor and more.

Using their special process, VisionBedding can turn any digital design or photograph into a number of unique home decor products. This allows for unlimited options when it comes to colors, layouts, and designs.

It is a designers dream when it comes to doing a redecorating adventure on any room in the house. With so many design choices the customer is surely able to find that perfect piece of decor they imagined. VisionBedding can also specially alter any design to your specification and create truly custom home decor.

“We have always had the capability to use any image for our home decor products, but not all customers had the perfect image they wanted, so we new the addition of a huge design gallery with nearly unlimited choices of images would truly benefit our customers,” says CEO Justin Poile.

With this new addition to the website – customers can also find over 200 categories of theme related designs already pre-selected for them. Everything from abstract to zebra print, or Safari to Shabby Chic desigs with over 200 choices in each of these specific categories. Customers can find home decor choices that are impossible to find anywhere else on the web or even in stores. For example, there are very few choices on the market for teen girls home decor, or very specific home decor such as space themed home decor, and even tropical decor is limited to some mainstream designs… the list can go on and on.

“We have set a goal at VisionBedding; and that is to offer the public the largest selection of unique home decor choices in the world!” says CEO Justin Poile.

###





















Vocus©Copyright 1997-

, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.







URAC Expands Patient Centered Health Care Home Program with Release of Auditor Certification

URAC Expands Patient Centered Health Care Home Program with Release of Auditor Certification










Washington, DC (Vocus/PRWEB) March 17, 2011

URAC, a leading health care accreditation and education organization, announces the release of its Patient Centered Health Care Home (PCHCH) Auditor Certification. This extension of URAC’s overall PCHCH program will meet the needs of those entities whose responsibility will lie in independent auditing of health care home practices to determine their degree of successful achievement of the PCHCH standards.

URAC is developing a step-wise program to guide practices as they transform into truly patient centered health care homes that focuses on the integration of family, caregivers, patients, and care coordination in the delivery of quality health care. To educate practices in becoming health care homes, URAC released the Patient Centered Health Care Home Program Toolkit and related Information resources in December 2010.

Now, with this new PCHCH Auditor Certification, URAC supports third party reviewers in evaluating practices to determine if they are delivering on the core elements of a patient centered health care home. Additionally, URAC certification will assure practices that such independent audits are being performed by qualified health professionals.

URAC’s PCHCH Auditor Certification is targeted at health care management organizations such as medical home pilots, health plans and practice consulting organizations among others. Verified audit information can then be used as a component of pay for performance programs, evaluation of practices as health care homes by a health plan or in pilot demonstration projects.

“With the launch of a Patient Centered Health Care Home Auditor Certification, URAC will provide clarity for organizations working to transform and assess patient centered health care home practices,” said Alan P. Spielman, President and CEO of URAC. “This is one more step in URAC’s ongoing program to guide the transformation of patient-focused, coordinated care delivery through health care homes.”

The URAC PCHCH Auditor Certification program encompasses URAC’s Core Module Standards which evaluate an organization’s operations, training, processes and systems. Upon completion, an organization receives Core Accreditation and PCHCH Auditor Certification.

The URAC Patient Centered Health Care Home Auditor Certification Includes:


Core Accreditation Standards v3.0.
HIPAA Business Associate Requirements.
Auditor Eligibility Requirements.
Auditor Inter-Rater Validation of URAC-issued Practice Audit Tool.
URAC’s PCHCH Practice Assessment Toolkit – required for conducting the practice audits.

For additional information or if you have any questions about URAC PCHCH Audit Certification, please contact URAC’s Business Development Department at BusinessDevelopment@urac.org or call (202) 216-9010.

About URAC

URAC, an independent, nonprofit organization, is well-known as a leader in promoting health care quality through its accreditation, education and measurement programs. URAC offers a wide range of quality benchmarking programs and services that keep pace with the rapid changes in the health care system, and provide a symbol of excellence for organizations to validate their commitment to quality and accountability. Through its broad-based governance structure and an inclusive standards development process, URAC ensures that all stakeholders are represented in establishing meaningful quality measures for the entire health care industry. For more information, visit http://www.urac.org.

###





















Vocus©Copyright 1997-

, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.