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Frey Construction | Home and Family News | February 2010

Bill and Johnna Monkemeyer – Kitchen Remodel, Madison

Kitchen Remodel, Madison - before

Kitchen Remodel, Madison - AFTER

 Bill and Johnna Monkemeyer’s kitchen remodel project turned out so great, we just had to share it!  Bill and Johnna first discovered Frey Construction when we were working in their Madison neighborhood. 

Bill had previously added on to his garage, which was “his project” so – it was only fair that Johnna received a turn at having a project done.  So she chose to have her kitchen remodeled into her dream kitchen.

Bill and Johnna did a lot of the demolition of their old kitchen themselves – which is one of the great things about our remodeling design agreements – they allow the homeowners to be as involved as much or as little as they want!  Once our remodeling crew came in, we focused on utilizing the space better to provide Bill and Johnna with more usuable space.  We did this by moving the door leading to their garage to a new location – which created more space in their kitchen.  We also removed half of the wall that was separating the living room and kitchen.  By doing so, we created a more spacious and open areas in the kitchen, as well as the living room.  From there, we installed their beautiful oak cabinets, corian solid surface countertops, as well as a built in china hutch.  Their old vinyl flooring was replaced with ceramic tile – and it was laid in a hopscotch pattern – which adds dimension to the room and it is very eye-catching.

Kitchen Remodel, Madison - before

Kitchen Remodel, Madison - AFTER

Bill and Johnna also had us finish off some work in their basement.  We comlpeted a bathroom and recreational room, re-worked the electrical and updated their plumbing.
The Monkemeyer’s said that they really enjoyed having our Remodeling Project Foreman, Don Kleist, work for them – he was always willing to make any adjustments they requested, we well as all of our sub-contractors.

It was a great honor working with Bill and Johnna.  We hope they enjoy their kitchen for many years to come!

2010: Don’t miss out on home improvement tax credits!

In early 2009, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act was enacted as part of a plan to stimulate the economy. The bill grants tax credits to homeowners who make specific home improvements during 2009 and 2010 that meet certain energy-efficiency guidelines.

If you made home improvements in 2009, make sure that you have what you need to claim the credits on your 2009 taxes. If you missed out in 2009, these credits still apply for 2010. Start planning now so that you can take advantage!

Here are some of the basics; for detailed information go to to energystar.gov/taxcredits.

The eligible improvement must be placed in service or work must be completed between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2010. A maximum of $1,500 can be claimed for qualifying products. You must have a Manufacturer Certification Statement for the product in order to qualify. Save receipts and the Manufacturer Certification Statement; for new windows, keep the Energy Star label. Improvements must be made to your principal residence. However, certain products also qualify for second homes. Claim improvements made in 2009 on your 2009 taxes using IRS Tax Form 5695. Tax credits for windows, doors, insulation, roofs, HVAC, and non-solar water heaters are not available for new homes. Certain other improvements do qualify for new homes.

Items that are eligible for the tax credits include:

Exterior windows, skylights, storm windows, and doors that have a U factor below 0.30 and a Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, or SHGC, of less than 0.30. Certain types of insulation – specific lifespan and warranty requirements apply Energy Star brand metal or asphalt roofing – specific lifespan and warranty requirements apply, Central air conditioning Furnaces – either natural gas or propane Heat pumps, Hot water boilers, Hot water heaters – either gas, oil, or propane Biomass stoves Photovoltaic solar panels Wind energy systems Residential fuel cells and micro-turbine systems

All qualifying products must meet certain energy-efficiency levels; thus, not all products qualify for the tax break. Only those with higher energy efficiency ratings are eligible, and these products typically cost more than standard products. Also remember that the $1,500 maximum (as a percentage up to 30% of the cost of the upgrade) is cumulative for ALL improvements.

If you’re thinking about making home improvements this year, the time is definitely now! Frey Construction can provide you with additional information on qualifying products and exceptions.

CALL NOW (608) 643.7914

Frey Construction – Celebrating 15 Quick and Painless Years

 

 

We are in the beginning planning phases of our up-coming 15-Year Anniversary celebration. For those of you that have been to our Frey Family Fun Day event held every June – or those of you that remember our 10 year celebration, which was complete with fireworks…well, we’re planning for our 15 year to be way, way better than that – it will be the coolest thing since sliced bread…guaranteed!

 

 Watch for details!

 

 

 

Kind Words

 “We are pleased – we have had several jobs completed by Frey Construction.  Prompt work and good clean up.”

~William & Barbara Vogelsang, Madison, WI  53711

(Roof – GAF-Elk Timberline Prestique High Definition 40 Year Shingle - December 2009)

 “Mark A. took time to listen, evaluate and respond.  Vented roof recommendation got my attention.  My experience was very positive.  All the additional crew members that worked with Steve are great people.  They all were helpful with me and everyone worked very hard to produce a great looking final product.  Please pass this on to the guys and Scott Frey.”

~Eric Applebaum, Spring Green, WI,  53588

(Natural Stained Hardi Fiber Cement Siding and Fascia, Absolute Gutter, 40 Year GAF/ELK High Definition Shingle - December 2009)

“Price and reputation were the reasons we decided to work with Frey Construction on the repairs that needed to be done to our bathroom.  Wonderful!!!  Very professional – always spotless in your clean up, friendly, excellent workmanship.  If we’ve ever had a problem with any of the work done, you are always there to fix it immediately.  Leroy worked on our latest project.  Very friendly and knew exactly what needed to be done.”

~Mike & Margaret Collins, Madison, WI, 53705

(Bathroom Repairs – December 2009)

 “I was looking for gutter protection and liked the Leafproof gutter protection system best.  Overall – Frey is Very Good.  When I called the office phone number, someone is always there.  They always called me back.  Other home improvement company’s do not call back.”

~Blaine Meyer, Mauston, WI  53948

(Seamless Gutters and Leafproof Gutter Protection, December 2009)

 “Professional way Frey did the job, explained everything ahead of time – so we knew Frey was right for our window and door replacement.  Excellent experience!  Ted and his crew were great.  They were courteous, professional in the way they went about completing the job, and were fun to be around.  I highly recommend these folks and Frey Construction in general.  I also highly recommend Mike Maier, the electrician who worked on the job.”

~David & Jeanne Kral, Madison, WI 53717

(Gorell Windows ,Therma Tru Door and Gorell Storm Door, January 2010)

 

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Looking for something to do this weekend?

REMINDER – 2010 NARI Remodeling Expo this weekend!

Just a friendly reminder that we’ll be at the 2010 NARI Remodeling Expo (National Association of the Remodeling Industry) this weekend at the Marriot Madison West.

Show Hours:  Friday, January 15th: 2 pm – 7pm, Saturday, January 16th: 9am – 7pm and Sunday, January 17th: 10am – 4pm

Make sure you visit the redesigned Frey Construction booth to register for a chance to win $10,000 worth of windows, and Spin the Wheel for a chance to receive up to 10% off your next home improvement project!!!

Marriot Madison West

  1313 John Q. Hammons Drive, Middleton, WI  53562

We hope to see you there!

 

After you’ve stopped by the Frey Construction booth at the NARI Remodeling Expo – head over Sauk Prairie’s 23rd Annual Bald Eagle Watching Days.

For more information, please visit: http://www.ferrybluffeaglecouncil.org/eagledays/index.html

Going “Green” More Than Just a Fad

Green really is “the new black.” Being environmentally conscious is trendy—and rightly so. It may be the best, most forward-thinking trend we’ve had in decades.

To some, “going green” is just a fad—green cleaning product here, a reusable grocery bag there. It’s hip and it’s new and soon it will be out with tomorrow’s non-recyclable trash. To most consumers, however, being green has become an irreversible way of life—a commitment to preserving our environment for future generations.

To those serious about being green, Metal Roofing may be of special interest to you.  Metal Roofing saves energy year-round, decreases air-conditioning needs in the summer and heating in the winter, reducing both harmful greenhouse gas emissions and household electricity bills.  Unlike traditional roofing materials such as asphalt, slate, clay or wood shingles, metal roofing is made from recycled materials, saving landfill space and the energy needed to convert raw materials into construction-grade metals. Its astounding durability is green as well since metal roofing needs far less repair than traditional roofing, significantly decreasing the need for replacement parts.   Although metal roofing can last several lifetimes, green consumers can rest assured that should it ever be removed, it is 100 percent recyclable.

It’s true that the little things we do for our environment add up: recycling household items such as cans and bottles, choosing to walk or bike instead of driving, switching to energy-efficient light bulbs.  Sometimes, however, one decision—such as the choice to install metal roofing—can make a huge impact on the planet.  An investment in metal roofing is an investment in our environment. And that’s truly green.

 

NARI Remodeling Expo

REMINDER – 2010 NARI Remodeling Expo this weekend!

Just a friendly reminder that we’ll be at the 2010 NARI Remodeling Expo (National Association of the Remodeling Industry) this weekend at the Marriot Madison West.

Show Hours:  Friday, January 15th: 2 pm – 7pm, Saturday, January 16th: 9am – 7pm and Sunday, January 17th: 10am – 4pm

Make sure you visit the redesigned Frey Construction booth to register for a chance to win $10,000 worth of windows, and Spin the Wheel for a chance to receive up to 10% off your next home improvement project!!!

Marriot Madison West

  1313 John Q. Hammons Drive, Middleton, WI  53562

We hope to see you there!

NOW HIRING: Looking to expand our growing team of professionals!

Frey Construction & Home Improvement, LLC is a leader in the home improvement industry. 78.2% of our work comes from repeat clients and their referrals. Our goal is to do the job right the first time – every time – no exceptions. If you, or someone you know sets their standards as high as we do, we would love to have you on our team!

NOW HIRING:
Sales Consultants
Siding, Roofing and Gutter Installers
Carpenters

**Room for Advancement in our Growing Company**
Competitive wages, plus some of the best job bonuses and benefit packages in the industry.

Pre-employment drug testing. Valid driver’s license and transportation to work are a must. Most jobs are close to home, but some travel to jobsites in a 45 mile radius is required. Will train, but experience is a plus.

Visit our website to apply: http://www.freyconstruction.com or apply in person: 530 Park Avenue, Prairie du Sac