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September/October 2016

Builder Spotlight

Happy Labor Day to all of our Members and Sponsors!

Sponsor SpotlightChristie’s

Lighting Gallery

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GREENVILLE1899 S Highway 14

Greer, SC 29650864-986-0401COLUMBIA

2048 Industrial BlvdLexington, SC 29072

803-356-4727www.atlantaglassandmirror.com

Atlanta Glass & Mirror, Inc.

Atlanta Glass & Mirror, Inc. is a full-service provider of mirrors, shower doors, and frameless glass. There is also an extensive inventory of ventilated shelving, door locks, bath hardware, vinyl and wood exterior shutters, closet systems, and other accessories for the home.

Atlanta Glass & Mirror, Inc.A Construction Resources, Inc. Company

Providing mirrors, frameless shower glass doors & custom closet systems from South Carolina to the Florida Panhandle and a preferred Rubber-maid vendor, AGM’s quality cannot be surpassed.

http://crhomeusa.com/


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Table of ContentsNewsSponsor Spotlight: Christie’s Lighting Gallery

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Top 25 Members - See Page 15Did You Make the List?

We publish a list of the top PerkPoint earners in each market. This prestigious list is established by the number of PerkPoints earned in the previous month.

To increase your chances of making the list, do business with BuildPerks Sponsors and pay your invoices within the Sponsors’ terms. If you really want to increase the odds of making the list, consider referring one of your suppliers or trade contractors to become a BuildPerks Sponsor.

To learn more about the Perks available for Sponsor referrals, contact Barry at 216-346-3001.

Welcome New Sponsor:Carolina Closets

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Exciting New Products:MantelMount & Insignia Series Brick

Community Service Matters:BuildPerks Sponsors Making a Difference

Builder Spotlight:New Leaf Builders

Hello Charlotte:2-10 Home Buyers Warranty & Boral Building Products Leading the Launch

Best Practices:Structural Warranties Help Builders Avoid Legal Costs

Grab Your Passport & Leave Your Wallet at Home! Join us for BuildPerks’ Inaugural Carolinas Grand Destination Trip aboard the most incredible

Cruise Ship in the world ~ Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise • Saturday, January 28 – Saturday, February 4, 2017

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Do Business with Sponsors Who Provide Quality Products and Services & Earn Valuable PerkPoints!

Aiken/Augusta

Brick Supplier Boral Building Products Chris Smith (706) 821-3727

EIFS/Stucco Supplier Boral Building Products Chris Smith (706) 821-3727

Foundations/Poured Walls Clark’s Services Scotty Tisdale (803) 513-0069

Home Warranties 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty • Augusta Kyle Whitty (912) 547-82952-10 Home Buyers Warranty • Aiken Anne Derbyshire (843) 270-9778

HVAC Contractor Extreme Residential Randy Hires (678) 279-2244

Pavers/Hardscape Supplier Boral Building Products Chris Smith (706) 821-3727

Roofing Supplier Boral Building Products Chris Smith (706) 821-3727

Siding Supplier Boral Building Products Chris Smith (706) 821-3727

Stone Supplier Boral Building Products Chris Smith (706) 821-3727

Termite Pre-Treatments Clark’s Termite & Pest Control Brandon Jeffcoat (803) 600-6796

Waterproofing/Moisture Protection Clark’s Mold & Moisture Ralph Shuler (803) 513-2513

Screened Porch Enclosures Amazing EZ Screen Porch Windows Terry Jerylo (612) 359-5800

Asheville/Greenville

Brick Supplier Boral Building Products Don Williams (864) 593-2990

Brick Supplier GBS Building Supply Nick Campbell (864) 423-3379

Building Materials GBS Building Supply Nick Campbell (864) 423-3379

Cabinets GBS Building Supply Nick Campbell (864) 423-3379

Closet Designs/Custom Wood & Laminate ClosetsCarolina Closets TC Cantrell (864) 261-9154

Closets/Closet Systems/Shelving Atlanta Glass & Mirror - Greenville Greg Lepley (404) 801-7590

Door Hardware Atlanta Glass & Mirror - Greenville Greg Lepley (404) 801-7590

Door & Window Supplier GBS Building Supply Nick Campbell (864) 423-3379

Drywall Supplier GBS Building Supply Nick Campbell (864) 423-3379

EIFS/Stucco Supplier Boral Building Products Don Williams (864) 593-2990

Fireplace SupplierGlenco Fireplaces Andy Lepin (864) 444-2213


Garage Organization SystemsCarolina Closets* TC Cantrell (864) 261-9154

Home Warranties 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty • Greenville Anne Derbyshire (843) 270-97782-10 Home Buyers Warranty • Asheville Meredith Johnson (865) 719-9504

HVAC Contractor - Greenville Extreme Residential Randy Hires (678) 279-2244

Insulation GBS Building Supply Nick Campbell (864) 423-3379

Lighting SupplierChristie’s Lighting Gallery Kristie Spino (828) 650-0223

Mirrors & Shower Doors Atlanta Glass & Mirror - Greenville Greg Lepley (404) 801-7590

Pavers/Hardscape Supplier Boral Building Products Don Williams (864) 593-2990

Professional Association Home Builders Association of Greenville Michael Dey (864) 254-0133

Roofing Supplier Boral Building Products Don Williams (864) 593-2990GBS Building Supply Nick Campbell (864) 423-3379

Siding Suppliers Boral Building Products Don Williams (864) 593-2990GBS Building Supply Nick Campbell (864) 423-3379

Stone Suppliers Boral Building Products Don Williams (864) 593-2990GBS Building Supply Nick Campbell (864) 423-3379


Tile Supplier The Tile Shop Jillian Hudgins (864) 315-1084



Sponsor ListWelcome New Sponsor

Carolina Closets



Brick Supplier Boral Building Products Johnette Jeffcoat (803) 356-1730

Closets/Closet Systems/Shelving Atlanta Glass & Mirror - Greenville Greg Lepley (404) 801-7590

Door Hardware Atlanta Glass & Mirror - Greenville Greg Lepley (404) 801-7590

Concrete Supplier Palmetto Builders Concrete Andy Stevenson (803) 256-5236

EIFS/Stucco Supplier Boral Building Products Johnette Jeffcoat (803) 356-1730


Home Warranties 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty Anne Derbyshire (843) 270-9778



Pavers/Hardscape Supplier Boral Building Products Johnette Jeffcoat (803) 356-1730

Professional Association BIA of Central South Carolina Earl McLeod (803) 256-6238

Roofing Supplier Boral Building Products Johnette Jeffcoat (803) 356-1730

Siding Supplier Boral Building Products Johnette Jeffcoat (803) 356-1730

Stone Supplier Boral Building Products Johnette Jeffcoat (803) 356-1730


Tile Supplier The Tile Shop Jeremy Sheckell (803) 567-4080



Columbia

Brick Supplier Boral Building Products Sally Ann Kivett (843) 514-6429

EIFS/Stucco Supplier Boral Building Products Sally Ann Kivett (843) 514-6429


Home Warranties 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty Anne Derbyshire (843) 270-9778



Pavers/Hardscape Supplier Boral Building Products Sally Ann Kivett (843) 514-6429

Roofing Supplier Boral Building Products Sally Ann Kivett (843) 514-6429

Siding Supplier Boral Building Products Sally Ann Kivett (843) 514-6429

Stone Supplier Boral Building Products Sally Ann Kivett (843) 514-6429




Charleston

Sponsor List

Connie Burney President

[email protected]

Barry CassellNational Sales Director

[email protected]

Stacy CremersGeneral Manager

[email protected]

Lora HonerEditor/Publisher

[email protected]

Deb HitchcockGrand Destinations

612-359-1111

Kristin GardasMerchandise Redemptions

[email protected]

Darlene TousignantAir/Hotel Redemptions

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BuildPerks is pleased to announce that Carolina Closets has joined our growing list of Sponsors! Beginning with purchases made in August, you will earn 2 PerkPoints for every ten dollars of your purchases paid within terms.Since 1994, the Prewett family has been designing organization solutions that optimize space and save time. In fact, it all began when Danny’s father, Loyd, started creating custom organization in the 1980's while living in Indiana. The Prewett family now spans 3 generations of "Closeteers" and is firmly rooted in the Carolina community. The Prewett's and the Carolina Closets team design, manufacture and install custom Closets and whole home, any room, organization solutions. Danny, Matt and Paul have a deep sense of community and give their time, talent and resources back through many community programs and not for profit organizations. Most recently, they volunteered their time with the Special Olympics and often donate to local churches, fire & police departments.The Carolina Closets team is committed to working with clients along every step of the design, creation and installation process. They are proudly customer focused custom closets and live by one motto: "Do what we say we will do, for the price we say, and in the time we say it will be done".

Sponsor NewsBuildPerks Welcomes New Sponsor, Carolina Closets!

South Carolina:Anderson

1217 New Hope RdAnderson, SC 29625

Greenville700 Garlington RoadGreenville, SC 29615

Seneca555 Highway 123

BypassSuite B

Seneca, SC 29678

North Carolina:Asheville

15 Design AvenueFletcher, NC 28704

Matt, Paul, Danny and Loyd look forward to doing business with you!

Carolina Closets matches their designs to the needs of the customer. Functional & economical, extravagant & luxurious, and everything in between!

All Carolina Closets team members are fully insured and all manufacturing of the custom organization solution is done locally. Carolina Closets uses no pre-fabricated materials in the construction process and offer a complete range of colors, accessories and custom finishes that ensure your custom storage solution will match existing home decor and style while being built around your desired needs. Their design solutions provide the needed flexibility you would expect as your family grows as well.

Combining client focused designs, custom manufacturing, professional installation, and extensive experience of thousands of custom storage solutions, they provide 100% custom organization that reduces stress, saves time, provides more space, and simply makes people happy.

For more information, visit their website at carolinaclosets.com or

better yet, drop by one of their conveniently located showrooms:


http://carolinaclosets.com/


Boral Bricks Introduces the Insignia SeriesHistory repeats itself with the introduction of the Insignia Series, a brand new collection from Boral Bricks with a centuries-old aesthetic and pedigree. This latest collection offers a versatile palette of either gorgeous colors whose style, shading and character immediately conjures visions of stately palazzos, lakeside villas and rustic brick homes. The Insignia Series achieves its well-aged appearance thanks to a special tumbling process - producing unique color and texture variations that result in its signature Old World patina.

Despite their timeworn facade, the entire series is made with thoroughly modern production techniques to provide a final result that's durable, energy efficient and easy to maintain. In fact, Boral so confident in the long-lasting qualities of this latest collection, they proudly offer a Boral Transferrable Residential Warranty

Sponsor News

Placing a TV above a fireplace often moves the image you’re trying to watch well above eye level. With MantelMount you can easily pull your large flat screen TV down off the wall and suspend it at eye-level.

Professional quality articulating TV brackets generally only offer tilt and/or swivel functionality. With a MantelMount, you not only get both tilt and swivel, but you can even pull the TV down off-

the-wall and position it at eye-level! Then just as easily you can push it back up. You just don't get this from other high-quality mounts.

Glenco Fireplaces proudly awards PerkPoints to builders and remodelers for your purchases paid within terms.

Andy Lepin and Brad Mauldin invite you to stop by Glenco Fireplaces for a visit, sit a spell and check out MantelMount.

MantelMount Features Include:• Solid Construction & State-Of-The-Art Technology• Easy Installation - Installs like a traditional mount• Paintable Covers That Hide Wall Hardware

Glenco Fireplaces Introduces MantelMount – The Pull Down TV Wall Mount

Balmoral Crest

Tannery Row

Highland Crest

Revere Crest Saddleback CrestStag Creek Crest Sutters Mill Crest

Anvil Crest



Sponsor News

Congratulations & Happy Anniversary Johnson James

A native South Carolinian, Johnson James is the son of Pam and Johnny James. Johnson was born and raised in Manning along with two brothers, Jody and William Austin. Staying true to his roots, Johnson graduated from the University of South Carolina in 2010 with a Bachelor of Science degree focusing on Management and Sales.Prior to joining Boral Building Products as a Territory Sales Representative in July of 2014, Johnson held positions as a Construction Manager as well as in Purchasing and Estimating for two local home building companies, JMJ Homes, LLC and Holiday Builders. “Johnson’s dedication to our customers along with his experience working for building companies have proven to be a winning combination”, commented Area Sales Manager, Johnette Jeffcoat. An eternal optimist, Johnson enjoys a challenge and has an innate ability to overcome any obstacle that he encounters, especially when it comes to providing superior service to his customers. From Johnson’s perspective, it is pretty simple, a challenge presents an opportunity and an opportunity presents a challenge. Johnson thrives in the fast paced environment at Boral and genuinely enjoys the interaction with his customers.Johnson and his lovely wife, Stormy, a dental hygienist, reside in West Columbia. An avid outdoorsman, Johnson’s hobbies include golf, hunting, fishing, boating, sporting events and family time.

Congratulations & Happy Anniversary Andy PorterWith a career spanning almost three decades, industry veteran, Andy Porter has spent his entire career in outside sales serving home builders in the Columbia area. Before he joined Boral Building Products in July of 2014, Andy worked for two national building material suppliers.Andy was simply ready for a change and a new challenge when a friend, Keith Belfanti, who is currently the Commercial Sales Manager with Boral in Atlanta, encouraged him to apply for a newly open sales position at Boral. Andy put together a resume (for the first time in his career), scored an interview and landed the job.Andy humbly commented “I was just in the right place at the right time”. However, according to Johnette Jeffcoat, Area Sales Manager, “Andy is a seasoned sales profession with a depth of experience which makes him a perfect addition to our team”. Among the many reasons Andy enjoys his job; he cites the broad base of superior products and the full support from management and colleagues as the top of the list as both are critical to serving his customers.Andy was born and raised in Lexington where he and his wife of 26 years, Angela still live today. They are the proud parents of four adult children: Brandon, Kriston, Dawsey and Gabrielle and the very proud grandparents of Porter (age 6), Lyla (age 4), Jayce (age 2 and a half) and Jude (age 1 and a half).Andy is a fan of professional sports especially basketball and football. And, when he isn’t at work, you’ll find him spending time with his grandchildren, on the golf course or skeet shooting.

Congratulations Johnson!Johnson and Stormy James

Congratulations Andy!



2-10.com

Meredith Johnson COMBO REP865.719.9504 [email protected]

Kyle WhittyRISK MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST912.547.8295 [email protected]

Anne Svetlik DerbyshireRISK MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST843.270.9778 [email protected]

INSURANCE-BACKED STRUCTURAL WARRANTY10 Year Coverage Starting Day 1.

When you provide 10 years of structural warranty coverage on every home you build, you’re not only building their future, you’re protecting it.

Sponsor News

The Tile Shop Hosts Successful BIA EventThe Tile Shop hosted a Business After Hours/Open House on July 26th in conjunction with the BIA of Central South Carolina’s Remodelers Council. Guests enjoyed a VIP tour of the spectacular showroom, refreshments and networking with fellow industry professionals. If you haven’t experienced The Tile Shop’s showroom…what are you waiting for? Visit The Tile Shop today and don’t forget, The Tile Shop awards PerkPoints for purchases paid within terms. For more information, contact Schreck at (803) 567-4080.

Barry Cassell (BuildPerks) pictured with Dan Holcomb and Jeremy ‘Schreck’ Sheckell (The Tile Shop)

BuildPerks Enjoyed Catching up with some of the Midlands’ leading remodelers. Pictured are Peter D. Williams (A-Therm Remodelors), BIA of Central SC

Remodelers Council Chairman - Jim Evatt (Palmetto Construction & Renovations), and Chuck Grimsley (Grimsley Builders).

We enjoyed visiting with BuildPerks Sponsor, Logan Johnson (Clark’s Termite & Pest Control) pictured with Connie Burney (BuildPerks)

http://2-10.com/



Sponsor News

The Impressive Delegation from the BIA of Central SC

BuildPerks Sponsor, Clark’s Termite & Pest

Control was one of several

companies supporting the

Bus Trip through a sponsorship. Great Selfie,

Brandon!

Johnson James (Boral Building Products), Charles House (Lifestone Communities) discussing a little politics with General Goldsmith.

On the Road Again… BIA of Central SC Bus Trip is a Success

Members of the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina made the annual trek to Washington DC to discuss housing issues with Senators Lindsey Graham (R) and Tim Scott (R) as well as Representatives James Clyburn (D), Mick Mulvaney (R) and Joe Wilson (R).It was a family visit for some. “We encourage members to bring their children to get a firsthand look at the political process”, said the BIA of Central South Carolina’s Executive Officer, Earl McLeod.BuildPerks Sponsor, Clark’s Termite & Pest Control was one of several companies supporting the Bus Trip through a sponsorship.

http://www.boralbuildingproducts.com/



Industry News

HBASC Welcomes New Government Affairs Director

The Home Builders Association of South Carolina, (HBASC) is pleased to announce that David Black has joined the HBASC as the Director of Government Affairs. David is originally from Columbia and graduated from The Citadel. Since his graduation in 1999 he has spent approximately 17 years in Washington, DC working on Capitol Hill for Senator Strom Thurmond, Congressman J. Gresham Barrett and Congressman John J. Duncan from Tennessee. He has worked on a variety of legislative issues affecting the housing industry, and has also worked with federal, state, and local officials addressing constituent concerns. David and his wife Dana are the proud parents of two children – Wilson and Reeves.

Michael Dey Elected as President of NAHB EOC

During the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB), Association Leadership Institute recently held in San Antonio, Michael Dey, CEO of the Home Builders Association of Greenville, (HBA) was elected as the President of the Executive Officers Council, (EOC) of the National Association of Home Builders.

The HBA was also honored as the recipient of the Association Excellence Award in the category of Best HBA Partnership/Coalition Award for their partnership with the Greater Greenville Association of REALTORS and Upstate Mortgage Lenders Association in producing the Housing Market Forecast.

Congratulations to Michael & the Greenville HBA!Michael Dey pictured with Paul Kane (CEO of the HBA of Raleigh) giving his acceptance speech.



Builder Spotlight

New Leaf Builders New Leaf Builders is a local Charleston homebuilder with a passion for the Lowcountry and a focus on responsible building standards.

Established in 2010 by Grant Zinkon and Adam Baslow, New Leaf Builders is an award-winning custom and semi-custom homebuilder with communities on James Island, Johns Island, West Ashley and most recently in North Charleston.

“We believe there’s no place quite like home. Through our craft, our team strives to celebrate, preserve and uplift this remarkable region,” says Adam Baslow, co-founder.

New Leaf Builders has received local and regional recognition for its dedication to environmentally responsible building techniques. One of its best known communities, Fox Hollow located on James Island, was awarded the Charleston Trident Home Builders Association “Best New Community” in 2013 and is a National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat. Fox Hollow is a low impact development that utilizes the most advanced eco-friendly materials including insulated concrete forms (ICF) and radiant roof barriers to help deflect the sun’s UV Rays, with added features such as individual composters, rain cisterns and lot-specific bio swales for storm water runoff.

“One of the core values at New Leaf Builders is to maintain the natural integrity of any area where we build,” says Baslow.

Whether the project is a semi-custom home, custom home or new community, New Leaf takes a hands-on approach to each project, completing them with thoroughness while employing environmentally responsible building techniques.

“From the moment the foundation is poured to the time the keys are handed over to the new owner, New Leaf is active, present, and attentive,” says Grant Zinkon, co-founder.

Staying at the forefront of the new construction industry requires superb building materials from sound sources. It requires an understanding of homebuilding trends as well as an innovative approach to reading where the market is heading next.

The Charleston area has been a source of inspiration for New Leaf Builders. “The abundance of rich material sources and expertise in our area enables us to stay dynamic,” says Grant Zinkon, co-owner.

New Leaf Builders works with an expansive list of local talent that is hand-selected to provide the absolute best building materials and design elements to its clients. New Leaf’s personalized approach to semi-custom building grants buyers the opportunity to collaborate with their design team ensuring that their cabinets, surfaces, lighting, hardware and all other decorative elements pull together a well refined space that will be loved for years to come.

One homeowner commented on the New Leaf’s remarkable craftsmanship and impressive design: “Three areas of our home that are quite impressive are the recycled glass bar, the huge walk-in shower, and the custom built fireplace!”



Builder Spotlight

Whether the New Leaf team designs the entire neighborhood from start to finish or takes on a few lots in an established association, their approach creates a unique and individual home which fits well with the feel of its neighbors.

New Leaf Builders is excited to be a member of BuildPerks, and looks forward to utilizing more BuildPerks Sponsors in future building projects.

“As New Leaf continues to grow, we strive to establish ourselves as a builder with a standard for higher quality building, sustainable practices, and one who builds communities that live differently. We strive for excellence in the communities we build because this is our home and our community – a place where we work and live,” says Zinkon.



Member Benefits

You can earn 32,483 ‘PerkPoints’ for a $250,000 home!

The Benefits of buying from Sponsors...

• Free Membership.

• Participation does not affect your pricing.

• Earn “PerkPoints” for purchases paid on time.

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• “PerkPoints” never expire.

Sponsor News

Hello Charlotte!2-10 Home Buyers Warranty & Boral Building Products Leading the Launch

BuildPerks is pleased to announce that builders and remodelers in Charlotte now have access to the same fantastic Perks our members in South Carolina enjoy.

To nominate a supplier to be BuildPerks Sponsor, contact Barry Cassell at 216-346-3001 or

via email at [email protected]

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Celtic Works

River Oak Construction

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Christie’s Lighting Gallery


Sponsor Spotlight

Who is Christie’s Lighting Gallery?Christie’s Lighting Gallery became a reality to provide quality lighting at a great price. They saw the need for an experienced and knowledgeable lighting supplier that provides exceptional customer service and decided to fill that void. Since their opening in March of 2008, Christie’s Lighting Gallery has grown from just Kristie and her husband to a staff of 8. I asked Kristie what her favorite part of her job and she said, “Getting to see the finished product in our customers homes and how great it looks.” You will certainly be able to find the light you are looking for with over 1,000 items to choose from in their 5,000 square foot showroom.

Why Choose Christie’s Lighting Gallery?They are more than a box store lighting supplier. They are family owned and operated and you can feel how much they care and appreciate their customers. They don’t just talk about providing good customer service, instead they put in the extra effort and provide you with a shopping experience that is second to none. Not only does Christie’s Lighting Gallery have great customer service, but they have a very experienced and trained staff. All of their staff is factory trained by the lighting manufactures. In addition to that, they have several employees certified by the American Lighting Association and also have two Interior Designers.

What is the Christie’s Lighting Gallery Difference?Christie’s Lighting Gallery is here for all of their customers. Their goal is to provide their customers/builders with quality products for their projects. You can come in the store and work with one of their qualified Interior Designers to ensure that your final project will be everything that was dreamed of.

Stop in & check out

our New Store Specials Every Month




Sponsor Spotlight

What should you consider when selecting the perfect light?The most important thing to consider when selecting a light is the space it is going to be in. You need to consider the size of the room, the height of the ceiling and the function of the room. Each type of lighting fixture as different functions. Some provide bright light and light up large areas, while other provide soft mood light. If a light is too small for your space, you will not have enough light and the overall look will suffer. But if a light is too large, you could have too much light, not enough headroom under the light, or it could make your room look smaller. It is alway a good practice to talk to an expert and have them help you determine your lighting needs.

Why did Christie’s Lighting Gallery join BuildPerks?They wanted to reward their builders/remodelers for their business and show them how much they appreciate them.

Community InvolvementChristie’s Lighting Gallery is passionate about their community and show it by their continued support to the Manna Foodbank. They know the good that Manna Foodbank does and will continue to support them in the future.

Products/Services• Decorative Retail

Lighting• Accent Furniture • Home Decor• Free In-Store Lighting

Design Consultation• In-Home Lighting

Design Consultation



Twenty Nine Students Receive Scholarships From Building Industry Charitable Foundation

Over the past fifteen years, the Building Industry Charitable Foundation has awarded $449,500 in scholarships to children of Association members and other students who meet criteria set for the program. Last month, the Building Industry Charitable Foundation awarded an additional $45,000 to students. The scholarship program is funded by annual events, including the BIA Golf Classic and through private contributions to the Foundation.

Congratulations to the 2016 Scholarship Recipients:

Sponsor News

• Meghan Andrews, Clemson University• William Bostic, Piedmont Tech• Justin Bouknight, Wofford College• Christopher Brown, Clemson University• Robert Byrd, University of South Carolina• William Cate, Clemson University• Alexandra Chumney, University of South Carolina• Bailey Chumney, Clemson University• Bryson Covert, Winthrop University• Grant Haney, University of South Carolina• Chandler Hendrix, Newberry College• Hannah Jur, University of South Carolina• Joseph Jur, University of South Carolina

• Jesse Lee Keeffe, III, Honors College - College of Charleston• Caroline MacGillivray, Honors College - College of Charleston• Jerome McLeod, University of South Carolina• Jake Mimnaugh, Coastal Carolina University• Maigan Nieri, Clemson University• Katherine Nix, Columbia College• Austin Rogers, Clemson University• Frances Sadler, Clemson University• Claire Segars, University of South Carolina• Ryan Sheard, The Citadel• Dreher Shuler, University of South Carolina • Raquan Washington, Benedict College• Blakeley Yandle, Tri-County Technical College

The HBA of Greater Columbia Charitable Foundation, Inc., now incorporated as the Building Industry Charitable Foundation, was established in 1993 under bequest from the Home Builders Association of Greater Columbia, which provided the initial funding. The foundation was established for the purpose of providing assistance to those less fortunate, or otherwise deserving, for the betterment of the community. The Foundation accomplishes its purpose by assisting individuals, programs and organizations in need. In January of 2015, the Home Builders Association of Greater Columbia became the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina.For more information on the BIA of Central South Carolina please see their website at www.BIAofCentralSC.com or call (803) 256-6238.


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BuildPerks Sponsors Making a Difference in their CommunitiesTake a look at some of the ways BuildPerks Sponsors give back to their communities through charitable and civic organizations as well as professional trade

associations serving the housing industry.

Sponsor News

Bob Barreto (GBS Building Supply) and Michael Dey (Home Builders Association of Greenville) recently participated in Habitat

Greenville’s CEO Build which is an annual event that unites companies from across business sectors to fund and construct a home

for a Greenville family with low income.

Brandon Jeffcoat (Clark’s Termite & Pest Control) had a wonderful time at the 2016 Habitat for Humanity Putt for Poverty golf tournament. The

Clark’s team came in 2nd place and also took home the “Best

Sponsor Display” award!

Brad Mauldin (Glenco Fireplaces) is a volunteer for the South Carolina Special Olympics Summer

Games. Brad had a blast playing alongside his team-mates at the recent games held at Fort Jackson Army

Base in Columbia and he is so proud that his team came in first place!

Johnette is active in the Rotary Club of Columbia, an organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace. Johnette is pictured with Coach Muschamp who was the keynote speaker at their monthly meeting.

Heather McDonald (BIA of Central South Carolina) was selected as a member of Leadership Columbia’s Class of 2016-2017! 59 individuals will embark on a 10-month skills-building program designed to provide emerging and existing local leaders with opportunities to enhance their civic knowledge and network while developing the skills necessary to assume leadership roles. Congratulations, Heather!

The team at Clark’s Termite & Pest Control gives back to the community as well as the home building industry.

Clark’s recently sponsored the Greenville HBA’s Board of Director’s Meeting. Michael Dey (Greenville HBA) pictured

with Alan Wilson (Clark’s Termite & Pest Control).

Bob Barreto, CEO of GBS Building Supply has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County.



Upcoming Events

Register Today for the HBASC State ConventionThe Home Builders Association of South Carolina (HBASC) invites you to attend their Annual Convention that will be held in Charleston, October 21 – 23. The convention will provide you the perfect platform to acquire new business strategies, while increasing your knowledge of current building industry practices. It will offer an ideal and fun environment for establishing relationships and a means for increasing business profitability. Education sessions presented by the industry’s most prominent experts, coupled with relaxing social events and the possibility for personal downtime, makes the convention a unique opportunity your entire family will enjoy.

A Preview of 2 Newly Added Events:Casino Royale - Her Majesty’s Secret Service invites you to celebrate at the Casino Royale on Saturday, October 22. You only Live Twice before you Die Another Day. Only the Man with the Golden Gun should keep you away. Dress to Kill! Come in black tie or your favorite Bond character. Charleston Ghost and Graveyard Tour - Don’t miss the exclusive opportunity to walk inside the gates of one of Charleston’s oldest graveyards after dark. When all the other walking tours are looking in through the wrought iron fence, you’ll be on the inside. Explore the graveyard’s dark corners, closely inspect the headstones to see what you might learn, and take a moment to step across the graves - if you dare. Learn about the history of Charleston’s graveyards, and hear the stories of the famous individuals who found their final resting place in the Holy City. You’ve heard the spooky Charleston ghost stories, right? Well, now you can experience them on this up-close-and personal tour that takes you where others won’t. Graveyards are endearing pockets of Charleston - so much so that they are often referred to here as simply “gardens.” Come take a stroll in Charleston’s vaunted gardens!

BuildPerks, 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty and Clarks Termite and Pest Control are three of the many companies sponsoring the HBASC Convention, so be sure to

drop by our booths for a visit!For more information and to register, visit www.hbaofsc.com

We look forward to seeing you there!

21st Century Building Expo & ConferenceHome Builders Association of North CarolinaSeptember 13 – 15, 2016Charlotte Convention CenterFor more information or to register visit their website at www.21buildingexpo.com

Southern Home & Garden ShowHome Builders Association of GreenvilleSeptember 16 – 18, 2016TD Convention CenterFor more information visit their website at www.hbaofgreenville.com

Golf TournamentBIA of Central South Carolina - Sumter & Clarendon CountiesOctober 10, 2016Beech Creek Golf ClubFor more information visit their website www.BIAofCentralSC.comor contact Nelle Tomlinson at (803) 775-6800 or Ruth Ellen Hardee at (803) 256-6238

Annual State ConventionHome Builders Association of South CarolinaOctober 21 -23, 2016North Charleston MarriottFor more information or to register visit their website at www.HBAofSC.com

Holiday BallBIA of Central South CarolinaDecember 9, 2016USC Alumni CenterFor more information contact Heather McDonald

International Builders ShowJanuary 10 – 12, 2017Orlando, FloridaOrange County Convention CenterFor more information or to register visit www.buildersshow.com

Convention Highlights Include:• Master Builder Approved Educational Opportunities - Including a

Review of the 2015 IRC and Modifications• Haunted Charleston Tour• College Football Tailgating Party and Game -

(U.S.C. v. U. Mass)

• Pinnacle Awards Ceremony• Downtown Charleston Shopping Excursions• HBA Buses to Get You Where You Want to Go• The Builder Games and Much More!


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Best Practices

How a Structural Warranty Can Help Your Home Building Company Avoid Costly Legal ProblemsThe last thing any home builder needs is legal trouble and the fees that come along with it. An express structural warranty helps protect both builders and homeowners from excessive legal fees by providing a written guarantee against defects and faulty workmanship.

All states require a builder to deliver a home with a warranty that meets their state statutory or implied warranty laws in order to protect its citizens, even if the Builder makes no specific written or oral agreement to the buyer. These warranties generally state that a home will be reasonably free from defects in workmanship and materials and provide for a warranty of habitability, which means the home will be fit for its intended use. The primary basis for lawsuits against a Builder by a homeowner is for a breach of these statutory or implied warranties. If a Builder delivers a home without a written agreement pertaining to warranty obligations they may lose valuable protection that an express written warranty will provide. Our 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty® (2-10 HBW®) warranty is the most comprehensive in the industry and meets most of the builder’s statutory, or implied, warranty obligations. The 2-10 HBW express warranty also includes a binding arbitration clause that is contractually agreed to by the homeowner and this helps protect a builder from potential frivolous or unwarranted lawsuits. Arbitration of disputes is much faster, less costly and the results are more predictable. This is because the arbitration services use construction professionals versus a dispute being heard in front of a jury that may not have any construction knowledge.

The 2-10 HBW warranty is fully transferable to subsequent homebuyers and increases the overall value of the home in a competitive market. The seller can transfer the remaining portion of the ten year warranty to the buyer so they have confidence the home is protected against structural defects. 2-10 HBW has paid out over $250 million in structural defect claims; helping their customers and allowing builders to transfer their risk of loss to protect their business assets from a loss of income from potentially damaging claims and associated legal costs.

A Structural Warranty as Part of a Builder Risk Management ProgramA structural warranty is an integral part of any builder’s risk management program. How does a structural warranty help protect builders against damaging legal costs? By providing a variety of protections through our warranties as mandated by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

First, in order to be a HUD-approved warranty provider, we must provide a quality control plan that implements a process for reviewing and approving our builder member. This assures the proper inspection of the property, reviewing the quality of inspections and processing homeowner complaints in due course. Builders must apply for membership with 2-10 HBW, which involves conducting a financial credit review and a review of their building experience. A 2-10 HBW builder must have good credit and a minimum of three years’ experience in building before their membership will be approved. This is valuable from a risk management perspective and provides assurances to potential buyers that they are buying a home from a quality builder. When a particular property is warranted, 2-10 HBW requires inspections of each home enrolled and may conduct extensive plan reviews and other steps to ensure that the homebuyer is working with a quality builder and buying a quality built home. By meeting our rigid underwriting and risk management standards, builders are helping to protect themselves from potentially costly lawsuits.

Secondly, we protect builders through the structure of the legal mechanisms provided in a 2-10 HBW structural warranty. All disputes are required to go through arbitration rather than the courts, which helps protect builders from the high legal costs associated with formal lawsuits carried out in a court of law.

Our builders also help avoid the cost of structural defect investigations because if a claim is made, the warranty insurer hires a licensed professional engineer to inspect the home, In addition, the length of our structural warranties can help protect builders many years after the original structure has been built. Our warranties provide ten years of structural defect coverage as approved by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. (NOTE – a builder may not want to extend their liability beyond their state statute of limitations.) By using a 2-10 HBW warranty the Builder may effectively limit their liability to the terms of the warranty.

Structural warranty coverage protects builders from unforeseen structural issues in their builds. Visit 2-10.com to find out more!

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ZipliningLet me share with you all the activities that await you on board as we try our skill at Ziplining.Brace yourself for a spine-tingling rush as you race across the Boardwalk®, suspended nine decks in the air. It’s a thrill ~ I dare you! The beginning of the Zipline is located on Deck 16, near the Wipe Out Bar and in between the ship's two FlowRider Surf Simulators. The first order of business is the waiver signing. Once completed, a team of people are in place near the zipline starting point to help you through the process. Essentially, you step into a harness that has holes for each leg and each arm. Harmony of the Seas crew help you get the harness on correctly, attaching carabineers and tightening straps. Once the harness is in place and your helmet is secure you move onto the raised platform located behind a tall glass door that is open only when everything is secure. Once the door is opened, you simply lift your legs and let gravity take over. Make sure you look down over the Boardwalk – it’s just a mere 9 stories below, honestly, the ride is over in a flash -- 7 seconds to be exact -- so you don’t even have time for screaming. It’s a blast, I loved it! I hope you’ll try it.

Rock ClimbingNow…if that wasn’t thrilling enough then lets move on to Rock climbing in the middle of the ocean.Rise to the occasion and take on the signature rock wall. From beginners to speed climbers, everyone will enjoy a spectacular view from 40 feet above the deck and a mere 200 feet from the ocean floor. The grand old climbing wall promises to give you a thrill of a life time. What are you waiting for…go ahead and give it a go!!! I’ll race you to the top. And talk about fun and challenging.

SurfingHere’s your chance to catch a wave or two and never leave the ship. Grab a board and hang ten out on 40-foot-long surf simulator, it guaranteed to offer a thrill and believe me ….it’s not as easy as it looks. Imagine, 60,000 gallons of water flowing past every minute. We’ll all be cheering you on from stadium seating with prime views as you ‘wipeout’ and don’t worry, we’ll be there taking pictures and YES…they will go into our Builders Club News.I say give it a go. I did and it was a blast.The surf simulators are located at the Sports Zone on deck 16 and can be found just before The Ultimate Abyss slide.

The brand new "Harmony of the Seas" has pushed the limits of imagination to exceed your expectations…

It’s all on board for you to enjoy. Two rock climbing walls, two surf simulators, an ice skating rink, the spine tingling Zipline, a basketball / volleyball court for the competitive spirits on board and The Ultimate Abyss , it’s all there and waiting for

you. Be prepared to be Thrilled. Those who prefer more leisurely pursuits won't be disappointed, either. The ship has three big pools and lounging areas, an adults-only Solarium space, a relaxing spa and live music at every turn.

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Ice SkatingDon’t forget to check out Studio B…Have you ever thought about putting your vacation on ice? Here’s your chance to take a spin on an ice rink. That’s right… an ice rink in the middle of the ocean, on board the largest cruise ship in the world. . They provide the skates, you show off the moves and when you’ve had enough of actually doing the skating then sit back and watch how the professionals do it. Enjoy one of the many shows throughout the week.

Fitness CenterOf course then there is the Vitality Fitness CenterGet in ship shape at their state-of-the art fitness center, believe me, it’s fully loaded with the latest weight systems and cardio equipment – plus sweeping ocean views while you work up a sweat and work off all those unwanted calories. Hey how about joining one of the many Fitness Classes offering everything from Yoga, Pilates, spinning, sculpting and so much more – or ... why don’t you Hit the lanes of the top-deck jogging track for a sunrise stroll or morning mile or two jog, with 360-degree views all along the way.

Sports Court Whether it's a game of one-on-one or an all-out tournament to fuel your competitive fire, their sports court Deck 15 is just the spot for basketball and volleyball action…and hey….don’t forget to sign up for our BuildPerks Volleyball tournament…it’s just a little ‘friendly‘ competition.

Swimming Of course we can’t forget to mention the sports pool dedicated to laps and watersports, a new beach pool with a sloped entry..much like wading into the ocean or just lounge by their traditional pool sipping on anyone of their delicious, refreshing, pina coladas, rum runners, or their icy cold Moscow mules.

Water SlidesThe Ultimate Abyss is more than 150 feet above sea level and offers side-by-side slides that will send you down 10 decks at a rate of 9 miles per hour.Launching onto the ride from a glass platform, guests can take one last look at the Boardwalk 10 decks below before climbing onto a customized mat and taking the plunge into the depths of the daunting slides. Spontaneous audio effects within each tunnel create a multi-sensory thrill for daring guests willing to test their mettle while traversing 216 feet through the one-of-a-kind slide duo. The Ultimate Abyss slide, certainly the most talked-about feature on Harmony of the Seas, perfectly encapsulates the ship: It's innovative, exciting and tons of fun. While it’s certainly not for everybody, those who crave high-energy activities will love it! I did it …it was an adventure, to say the least.So, have you had enough adventure for one day? I know I did, and it was exhausting. Thank goodness next, as we’ll be sharing with you, all the marvelous dining options that are waiting for you.

If you are ready to Signup or if you have any questions, Call Stacy Cremers at 612-359-1109.


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