February 2015

February, 2015
&
MORTAR
A Monthly Newsletter for the Buckeye Valley Building Industry Association
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Mid-Ohio Warehouse
Linden Lighting & Supply Co.
Englefield Oil Co.
The Cellar Lumber Company
DoveTail Consulting
1st Choice Homes
Muddy Boots Series
Carbon Monoxide Alarms
&
Smoke Alarms
When: Friday, February 20th
Where: BIA Office
Time: 7:30 a.m.
Parksite
Cost: $5.00 per person
Ciminello Home Builders
Hopewell Builders
Zanesville Fabricators Inc.
* Reservation must be received
by February 18, 2015
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Upcoming Events
YOU
Don’t want to
Miss
Sun
1 Mon
Sun
8 Mon
February 28
Sun
15 Mon
March 27th & 28th
Muskingum County
Home & Garden Show
9 Tues
4 Thurs
Finance
Meeting
10 Wed
5 Fri
6 Sat
11 Thurs
16 Tues
Sun
22 Mon
23 Tues
7
Big Buck
Scoring
Board
Meeting
12 Fri
13 Sat
14
Valentine’s
Day
17 Wed
18 Thurs
19 Fri
20 Sat
21
Muddy
Boots
Meeting
Education
Meeting
Texas Holdem
Licking County
Home & Garden Show
3 Wed
POH & TOH
Meeting
Skills USA
March 20th & 21th
Tues
Membership
Meeting
th
February 28th
2
24 Wed
25 Thurs
26 Fri
27 Sat
28
Texas
Holdem
Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat
February, 2015
February 3rd - Membership meeting 8:00 am
February 4th - Finance Committee meeting 7:30 am
February 5th - Board of Directors meeting 6:00 pm
February 10th - Parade of Homes & Tour of Homes meeting BIA office 5:00
February 17th - Education meeting 8:00 am
February 20th - Muddy Boots meeting BIA office
February 28th - SkillsUSA
February 28th - Texas Holdem TRNMT.
TEXAS HOLDEM TRNMT.
When: Saturday, February 28th
Where: Knights of Columbus Hall
80 North Ave, Newark (off Everett Ave)
Time: Play starts at 4 pm SHARP, Doors open at 3 pm
COST: $40 per player
Includes: $20 Buy In, $5 Bounty and $15 Food, Snacks and Rental
Food, Snacks and Hall Rental are provided by the Buckeye Valley BIA
BYOB - Bring your own bottle of refreshment - water, pop or beer
Reserve your seat by Friday, February 20th
Cash only excepted at the door. All Bets will be paid out
Play is open to everyone 18 years of age and up. ID may be requested.
Doors open at 3 pm. General Rules and Blind schedule will be
given to you at the door. There are optional Rebuys allowed
(see rules at time of registration).
Make sure you register in advance - seating is limited.
RSVP Trish (BIA) 740-345-2898 or John 740-348-6917
Thank You for Renewing
Briarwood Millwork Company
SPIKE HONOR ROLL
The Cellar Lumber Co.
*Bold indicates a change in the number of Spike Points.
Buckeye Valley
Super Level Life Spikes
(250 - 499 Credits)
Blue Level Spikes
(6-24 Credits)
Vince Ghiloni...............403.0
Lew Claggett................365.5
Mike Gorius.................273.0
Paul Davidson.................11.0
Ann Misiolek..................21.0
John Wilson.....................22.0
RD Winland ...................20.5
Greg Courson...................11.5
Luke Baus.......................17.5
Brett Black.......................11.5
Dan Short.......................19.0
Tom Foster.........................9.5
Tim Henson...................12.25
Doug Lowe......................11.0
Dave Rutlege...................16.5
Wes Untied.......................9.0
Eriech Horvath..............10.0
Jeff Frenton......................6.0
Todd Willis........................6.0
Royal Level Spikes
(150 - 249 Credits)
Mac Kennedy..................221.0
Mark Mauter.................201.5
Ray Riesbeck..................157.0
Tricia Anderson.............152.5
Red Level Life Spikes
(100 - 149 Credits)
Bob Seaton......................142.0
Green Level Life Spikes
(50 - 99 Credits)
Jud Kreager…….............95.0
Gil Gutridge…................62.5
Jeff Lamp.......................60.0
Life Spikes
(25 - 49 Credits)
Ken Mauter…................44.0
Jamie Ciminello….........33.5
Barry Hupp...................37.0
Keith Wills….................27.5
Spike Candidates
(.5 - 5.5 Credits)
Jeff Holbrook.....................2.0
Chris Johnson....................2.0
Tom Bradley.....................1.0
Fred Pound........................3.5
James Miller......................5.5
Ron Frailly........................4.0
Jack Pryor..........................4.5
Ed Ridgeway..…..............4.5
Tom Kramp.......................1.0
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Phone (740) 452-8957 · (877) 452-4494 · Fax (740) 452-9797 · Email: lindenlighting@sbcglobal.net
Store Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Show Room Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
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WESTERVILLE, OH 43081
Phone 614-890-2050 FAX 614-890-2637
Muddy Boots
February 20th
Carbon Monoxide Alarms & Smoke Alarms in the RCO
This session will outline the requirements for carbon monoxide alarms and smoke
alarms in the RCO, review the two different technologies of smoke alarms on the
market, and discuss how these technologies fit in residential code compliance today.
Join us
Friday, February 20th
7:30 am BIA Office
Cost: $5.00 per person
Contact Trish by Wednesday, February 18th to register
740-345-2898
bia@buckeyevalleybia.com
This is a open event for everyone!
3548 Silverado Drive
Columbus, OH 43228
Ann Misiolek
Residential Product Specialist
Senior Certified Dupont™ Tyvek® Specialist
tel (800) 873-0997
cell (614) 204-8033
fax (330) 445-7219
amisiolek@parksite.com
Thank
You
Big Buck / Doe Club
Sponsors
Hopewell Builders Co., Inc. - Ciminello Home Builders
Kreager Company - Schaller, Campbell & Untied
Jerry McClain Company - Summit Custom Cabinets
Strait & Lamp Lumber - Chris Nethers Salon
& Broken Arrow Archery
2014 - 2015
Big Buck / Doe Club
Scoring Day
February 7th
9:00 a.m. @ BIA Office
Licking County Home & Garden Show
Presented by 1st Choice Homes
Muskingum County Home & Garden Show
NEW location
Meritor Parking Lot
March 27 & 28, 2015
EagleSticks Golf Club
March 20 & 21, 2015
Sponsorships still Available
Sponsored By:
1st Choice Homes, Hempy Water Conditioning, Inc.
First Federal Savings and The Newark Advocate
buckeyevalleybia.com for registration form
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT’S COLUMN
By Vincent J. Squillace, CAE
Executive Vice President
NAHB CONVENTION ONCE AGAIN A SHOWCASE
The most recent NAHB convention is over. It was a great event, a showcase of what the industry is all about.
It is recognition of the thousands of men and woman who make affordable housing a reality in this country. We are the
true builders, the backbone, of America.
Hundreds from Ohio participated and benefited from the wide array of displays, programs and educational
opportunities. Many of our members hold leadership positions at NAHB and they displayed their commitment to
making our affiliation strong.
As we continue to dig out from some tough economic times Ohio continues to take the lead in securing a sound
NAHB through our participation. Long committed to our national partner, we continue to add with positive emotion
and a strong willingness to protect and promote our industry and our association.
We are a strong association. This was clearly evident at the convention as Ohio builders demonstrated their
commitment to our unified effort. Each year we seem to be the group that personifies what it means to be supportive.
We make a meaningful contribution to a successful association from which many benefit.
Meet two BVBIA members and Discover what they can do for you or someone you know.
BIA
Spotlight
Welcome to Granville Builders Supply. Here at G.B.S. we are proud to offer you one of the largest Veneer Brick,
Veneer Stone and Landscaping product showrooms in East Central and Southeastern Ohio. We have the availability to
show over fifteen different brick plants. We also have one of the largest amount of stone veneer samples from 4
different manufacturers which includes one of the largest and most diversified tool showroom in the Licking County
area. If we don’t have it we can special order it for you. So if you need help to do your large scale commercial or ideas
for your backyard project or any thing in between make sure to contact the helpful sales associates at GBS. they will
be ready, willing, and able to assist you in your design of your projects. Granville Builder’s Supply has earned a solid
reputation for excellence in supplies and service. And we continually strive to maintain our status as a respected leader
in the industry.
130 North Cedar St.
Newark, Ohio 43055
(740) 349-9691
Church St. Floor Covering brings your space to life with beautiful, quality flooring in Newark, Ohio.
With more than four decades of experience in the commercial and home flooring industry, Church St. Floor
Coverings is the premier choice when looking for flooring in Newark, OH. Whether you’re in search of quality
carpet flooring with an array of selections to choose from, or you want the sleek look of hardwwod flooring, we can
help! From a new home that needs carpet installation to flooring contractors for a home or business remodeling
project, our expert technicians have the dedication to get the job done right.
595 W. Church St.
Newark, Ohio 43055
(740) 345-5905
Tell them Charlie sent you!
2015 Buckeye Valley BIA
Board of Directors
PRESIDENT
JOHN WILSON
Wilson Building & Remodeling
VICE PRESIDENT
TONIA SHORT
Dan Short Construction
ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENTS
BILL PAUL
Holmes Lumber
CHAD GAMBLE
Ohio State Basement Technologies
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
R.D. WINLAND
Winland’s Complete Landscape
Service, LLC
ph: 740-345-2898
toll free: 800-289-5177
fax: 740-345-2877
bia@buckeyevalleybia.com
www.buckeyevalleybia.com
TRICIA ANDERSON
Executive Officer
DIRECTORS
CHARLOTTE BLADE
First Federal Savings
GREG COURSON
Courson Home Improvements
PAUL DAVIDSON
Layton Services
MIKE GORIUS
Hopewell Builders Co., Inc.
MIKE MILLER
Robertson Construction
JEFF LAMP
Strait & Lamp Lumber
DOUG LOWE
Reese, Pyle, Drake & Meyer, P.L.L.
ERIECH HORVATH
StoneWorks Partner
“Every man owes a part of his time and money to the business or industry in which he is engaged.
No man has a moral right to withold his support from an organization that is striving to improve conditions
within his sphere.”
- Theodore Roosevelt
DoveTail Consulting
Let Us Help You Get Your Business in Order!
We are not just another insurance agency. DoveTail Consulting is the
endorsed agency for the OHBA. We work with members to make sure
that you have the right coverage for all of your insurance needs.
BUILDERS RISK AND BONDING
401K ADMINISTRATION/TESTING
LIFE INSURANCE
LONG TERM CARE INSURANCE
INDIVIDUAL HEALTH
AFLAC
GROUP HEALTH
DENTAL/VISION
DISABILITY INCOME
Contact Mike Dove or Molly Kane for an insurance needs assessment and a no-obligation quote.
855-DOVEINS (855-368-3467)
website: www.dovetailins.com
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Parade of Homes & Tour of Homes 2015 is under construction.
Yes it is that time of year to start making plans for the Scattered Site Parade of Homes and Tour of Homes 2015. The
date for the Parade of Homes will be July, 2015 and the Tour of Homes October, 2015.
The Parade of Homes provides an opportunity to showcase what’s available in home technology, security systems,
furniture, outdoor living spaces, home theaters and the list goes on. For prospective homebuyers, this is a smart way to
witness trends and to view many new models and floor plans at once. To qualify, the home must be a new built, singlefamily residence. And remain unoccupied unit the end of the 2015 Parade of Homes.
The Tour of Homes is a home show which allows members of the Buckeye Valley BIA to display a variety of condominiums and remodeling projects throughout the Licking and Muskingum counties. Last year Tour of Homes was very
successful!
Please join us on Tuesday, February 10, for the first Parade of Homes and Tour of Homes meeting. The meeting will
begin at 5:00 p.m at the Buckeye Valley BIA office. Please reserve a seat today by calling (740) 345-2898 or by e-mail:
bia @buckeyevalleybia.com. This meting will conclude no later than 6:00 p.m.
If you would like to be among the Builders and Remodelers showcased in this years events, please plan on attending
this meeting!
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry representatives; working together to ensure America has a
skilled work force.
Annual SkillsUSA Regional Competition
February 28, 2015
Tri-County Career Center
Nelsonville, Ohio
Make plans now to join me and root on our local students as they vie for the title of Regional Champion
Member Advantage at a Glance
www.nahb.org/ma
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Accounts Receivable (LAR) purchases and free delivery on purchases over $500. Save an additional 5% every
day at the store when they mention the 5% at time of purchase and when using their LAR.
General Motors - $500 exclusive private offer on most Buick, Chevrolet and GMC vehicles. Business Owners
receive a $1000 private offer on select vehicles and may also qualify for additional incentives, visit
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Program offers free mobile to ANY mobile, free mobile device management, dedicated help desk support, and
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2-10 Home Buyers Warranty - Visit www.2-10.com/NAHB or call 855-280-1328 to receive exclusive access to
discounts on select products, including the Builder Backed Service Program and the systems and appliances
warranty.
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Savings of at least 70% on less-than-truckload shipments 150 lbs. or more with UPS Freight and YRC Freight.
Visit www.1800members.com/NAHB or call 1.800.MEMBERS (800-636-2377) for more information.
TransFirst - Payment solutions with average savings of 16% per year. Web/mobile tools, credit card and eCheck
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Dell - Up to 30% off on all Dell computers. Call 800-757-8442 and Mention NAHB or visit www.dell.com/nahb
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program. Visit www.associatedpetroleum.com/nahb to enroll or call 800-929-5243, Option 6 & mention NAHB.
GEICO - Exclusive discounts for members on auto and home owners insurance. Visit www.geico.com/disc/nahb
or call 800-368-2734 and mention NAHB for a free quote.
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servers, 12% storage and more. Call 888-202-4488 and mention pass code "NAHB" or visit www.hp.com/go/nahb
Office Depot - 10% off all delivery orders. Free shipping on orders of $50 or more. Call 800-274-2753 mention
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Endless Vacation Rentals - 25% discount on over 200,000 vacation rentals worldwide. Call 877-782-9387 and
mention NAHB at time of reservation or go to www.endlessvacationrentals.com/nahb
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NAHB Career Center www.nahb.org/careers - 20% off of standard rates for job posting & 15% off other HR
services.
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Buckeye Valley Building Industry Association
Licking County Home & Garden Show
PRESENTED BY
1st Choice Homes
When: March 20 & 21, 2015
Where: Meritor Parking Lot
444 Hebron Rd.
Heath, Ohio 43056
The 2015 Buckeye Valley Building Industry Association promises to be the premier event. And why not? The
Buckeye Valley BIA members are among the very best the residential housing industry has to offer. We have a great date
for 2015 and a New location.
Our advertising this year includes print, billboards, radio, digital, social media, email and posters. Building on the
success of the 2014 event, we intend to offer garden displays and lots of interesting and unusual vendor offerings.
The best booths are sure to go fast so sign up today!
You may reach me by phone at 740-345-2898 or email bia@buckeyevalleybia.com
I look forward to speaking with you soon.
Tricia Anderson
Executive Officer
Buckeye Valley Building Industry Association
Muskingum County Home & Garden Show
PRESENTED BY
We are still looking for a sponsor
March 27 & 28, 2015
EagleSticks Golf Club
2655 Maysville Pike
Zanesville, Ohio 43701
The 2015 Buckeye Valley Building Industry Association promises to be the premier event. And why not? The
Buckeye Valley BIA members are among the very best the residential housing industry has to offer.
Our advertising this year includes print, billboards, radio, digital, social media, email and posters. Building on the
success of the 2014 event, we intend to offer garden displays and lots of interesting and unusual vendor offerings.
The best booths are sure to go fast so sign up today!
You may reach me by phone at 740-345-2898 or email bia@buckeyevalleybia.com
I look forward to speaking with you soon.
Tricia Anderson
Executive Officer
Get Involved in 2015!
Invest in your membership and help the BIA succeed in its goals by
participating in one (or more!) of the following committees. This
is a great way to build new relationships with fellow BIA members,
and add your voice and ideas to the association.
STANDING COMMITTEES
[ ] Education: Oversees and coordinates all matters relating to the education activites offered by the association.
[ ] Government Affairs: Monitors state and local legislative and regulatory agency activity as it pertains to our industry
and reports to membership. Monitors and report activities of our Federal Lobbyist.
[ ] Membership: Formulates and implements recruitment and retention programs.
[ ] Program: Responsible for securing educational programs and seminars of specific interest to the membership.
Responsible for monthly meetings and obtaining speakers with topics of interest and importance to the
general membership.
[ ] Public Relations: Responsible for increasing consumer and industry awareness of BIA through press releases, paid
advertising, and other means available to the association.
[ ] Finance: Oversee the financial matters of the association and ensure that there are adequate resources to fulfill the
association’s goals and objectives.
[ ] Building Improvement: Oversees and coordinates all matters relating to the improvement of the Buckeye Valley
BIA office building.
SPECIAL PROJECTS
[ ] Home & Garden Shows: Assists in planning, marketing and staffing of the BIA area of the show.
[ ] Trap Shoot & Big Buck / Doe Club: Assists in planning, recruiting entries, selling sponsorships, soliciting prizes.
[ ] Golf Outing: Assists in planning, recruiting players, set up and tear down of the outing.
[ ] Foundations: Reviewing community requests, responsible for creating a source of income to finance any
community event that takes place. Recruiting the volunteers to help with the projects. Assists in planning
the scholarship program.
[ ] Parade of Homes & Tour of Homes: Assists in planning and implementing the Parade of Homes and the
Tour of Homes.
GET INVOLVED - CALL (740) 345-2898 - Meet new people and have FUN!
Or e-mail me at bia@buckeyevalleybia.com and I will get you in contact with the
appropriate committee chair.
Ohio HBA Member Rebate Program
www.HBArebates.com
What would you think if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the naƟon’s leading
housing industry Manufacturers? Well, now you can regardless of your volume!
We’re happy to introduce the Ohio HBA Member Rebate Program, a free member benefit, aimed at
increasing your bo om line. For the minimal effort of informing us about the products you use, and
telling us when you close on a home or project, you’ll be pu ng money back in your pocket. When
you par cipate in the Ohio HBA Member Rebate Program, every home you build can earn you rebate
checks! Remember, both Builders AND Remodelers qualify for the Ohio HBA Member Rebate Program.
Get Started Today!
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National Statistics
HOUSING SNAPSHOTS
Interest Rates (January, 2015)
30-Yr. Fixed: 3.66% 1 Year ARM: 2.37%
Housing Starts (January, 2015)
Single: 728Th Building Permits: 1.032M
Home Sales (January, 2015)
New: 438Th Existing: 5.04M
Median Home Prices (January, 2015)
New: $280.9Th Existing: $210.2Th
NAHB Keeps the Wheels Turning
$1,281
Farm Bill generates
additional home
building and
remodeling.
$669
A strong housing industry is key
to our nation’s economic recovery.
And when lawmakers and bureaucrats
try to chip away at your profits with
wrong-headed or just plain expensive
rules, NAHB is here to make sure
that you aren’t regulated out of business.
Here’s what we’ve
been working on
so far this year.
EPA drops
post-construction
stormwater rule.
$813
U.S. Supreme Court
Clean Air Act ruling
benefits multifamily
builders.
$1,477
Keeping costly provisions
out of building codes
saves construction costs.
$1,132
Homeowner Flood
Insurance Affordability
Act saves business
for builders and
remodelers.
These dollar values
represent the savings
per housing start
a typical builder will see
as a result of select
NAHB advocacy victories
in 2014. Some members
will experience more of
these benefits than
others, depending
on location and
market segment.
Learn more at
valueofnahb.org
12 West Main St.
Newark, Ohio 43055
Phone: 740-345-2898
Fax: 740-345-2877
Toll Free: 800-289-5177
Email: bia@buckeyevalleybia.com
www.buckeyevalleybia.com
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