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The Top Ten Reasons To Call Urban Referrals
By Tos
10. “Dancing with the Stars” likes your washing machine’s shimmy so much they’ve asked it to audition for next season.
9. Your creaky floors are causing haunted house flashbacks from your childhood
8. Algae blooms in your garden pond are not considered a “green feature” of your home
7. The gentle hum of your fluorescent lights no longer lulls you to sleep
6. The EPA just listed your wet basement as a SuperFund cleanup site
5. Exposed studs are not architectural details
4. The 50’s called, they want your carpet back
3. Drafty windows are not considered a form of air conditioning
2. Your stove is suffering from hot flashes
1. Waterfalls are for rain forests not your laundry room
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Good evening –
I have had the pleasure of working with Mark Paskell, Contractor Business Coach, over the past few months and am incredibly impressed with his knowledge of our industry. Mark has over 20 years experience in the remodeling industry working in all facets of the business. He currently coaches companies on how to implement best practices and system so they can have a life outside of work and make money!
Please take a moment to read Mark’s blog and bio, as he could be a great resource if you’re feeling challenged by the position your business is in today.
Mark provided me with his blog post (below) to share with you regarding the EPA Lead Rule. It’s critical for anyone working in homes built prior to 1978.
Before you know it April 22, 2010 will be here and any contracting company who works on homes built prior to 1978 will be required to be a certified renovator under the EPA Lead Rule. This rule effects remodelers, painters, plumbers, electricians and any trade that may disturb 6 square feet of areas covered with lead paint. Currently there are not enough trainers certified by the EPA. It is estimated that there are 236,000 contractors who need to be trained by April 2010! And currently there are only 4 certified providers in the entire USA! Do you think it is possible that everyone will be trained in time? Stay tuned for more information on available training providers. Hopefully contractors will be able to get training in there local market in time to avoid the stiff penalties that the EPA can impose. Penalties stated in their rule are up to $32,500 per violation, per day.
Please click here to continue reading (scroll down to the August 8, 2009 post for the critical information and useful links).
I hope you, or someone you know, found this information useful.
Marla
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