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Monday, August 24, 2009
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Saturday, August 22, 2009
Welcome to the Florida Wind Insurance Savings Calculator!
This online tool provides homeowners and builders with a general indication of the types of wind insurance savings available from Florida insurance companies for building features that reduce damage during high wind events like hurricanes. Building features that reduce wind damage and can lower wind insurance premiums include:
Most existing houses have one or more wind resistive construction features and may qualify for some insurance discounts. In addition, houses built after 1994 in Miami-Dade or Broward Counties and houses built after 2002 in the rest of the state have many wind resistive construction features and will likely qualify for credits.
By answering a series of questions about your home as it currently exists or based on renovations you are planning, the Wind Insurance Savings Calculator (WISC), will help determine what level of savings you may be eligible for.
The discounts found on this website are based on insurance filings approved through June 2008
Click "Calculate Your Savings" to begin. 
Buy supplies early to prepare for the storm. When the storm threatens, lines will be long and supplies short.
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(941) 270-2677 Sarasota Office
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Hurricane Tips
Disaster Preparedness
Before the Storm
- Make sure you're covered – Insurance companies do not accept new applications or requests for increased coverage once a hurricane nears Florida.
- Know what your policy covers – Flood and wind damage are often covered in separate policies. Decide if you need this protection and contact your agent for more information.
- Make sure your coverage is adequate – You may have made recent home improvements or purchases. Consider increasing your coverage if your policy doesn't cover the current value of your home and contents.
- Keep policy documents safe – In addition to information on your agent, you should write down the name of your insurance company, policy number, and a telephone number to report a claim.
- Fortify your home - Inspect your roof, making sure you have roof anchors installed on your home. Replace your windows and doors that don't pass the impact test, or cover them with shutters. A fortified home with the right doors, windows and shutters will save you money on your insurance premiums (link to discounts).
- Secure your property and clear your yard of any debris, lawn furniture, tools or other objects that could turn into dangerous projectiles in high winds.
After the Storm
- Immediately report property damage to your insurance agent and company.
- If you must make emergency repairs, document them.
- Maintain copies of your household inventory and other documentation. This will assist the adjuster in assessing the value of the destroyed property.
- Take precautions if the damage requires you to leave your home. Let your agent or company know your temporary forwarding address and home number.
- Beware of fly-by-night repair businesses. Hire licensed and reputable service people.
- Know what kind of licensed adjuster you will deal with (i.e. company adjuster, independent adjuster or public adjuster). Ask for identification, and if a question arises, call the Department of Insurance hotline for assistance.
- If you encounter any instances of price gouging, call the Florida Department of Agriculture’s Division of Consumer Services at 1-800-357-4273.
Financial Safety
When you hear warnings that a storm is near, you should also take precautions to protect your financial interests. These tips can help you secure your financial safety.
- Remember to withdraw money before a pending natural disaster. Carrying or keeping large amounts of cash in your home, however, might put you at risk of being robbed. Also, you could lose interest payments if you take too much out of an interest-bearing account.
- Normally, financial institutions will be closed at least two days after a direct hit, and ATMs could be out of commission even longer.
- During all cash withdrawals, be aware of your surroundings and any suspicious persons.
- Get receipts for cash purchases before and after a storm.
- Have a credit card on hand with at least $1,000 available.
- Use credit cards to finance minimal repairs when necessary. Document all these transactions.
- If you pay bills by phone or online, pay them before a hurricane hits, even if they are not yet due. Otherwise, a hurricane could interrupt phone service causing you to miss payments and get late charges.
- If you pay by mail, send payments at least two days before a hurricane, because the post office will not pick up mail within 24 hours of a strike.
- Keep copies of all payments mailed within 3 days of a hurricane making landfall.
- After a storm, contact those you've sent payments to and confirm they have received them.
- Store important financial papers in a safe and accessible place.
- Before you use any "fast-cash" lender, be sure you understand what the fees will cost for the service.
- Beware of anyone offering to help after a storm, who wants cash only.
Disaster Tips
- Disaster Guides
- Disaster Resources
- Hurricane Preparedness Events
- After the storm FAQs General Insurance Coverage, Commercial Coverage and Flood Coverage
- Disaster Response
- Tips for Hiring a Contractor brought to you by the Disaster Contractors Network.
- Develop a Disaster Plan for your family or business. The Florida Division of Emergency Management can help you!
- List of toll free numbers to assist policyholders brought to you by FIC
Want more information?
Visit the Disaster portion of the Insurance Library or call 1-877-MY-FL-CFO (1-877-693-5236)
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Monday, August 10, 2009
Hurricane Shutters Installation and Sales in Sarasota Fl 941-270-2677
Hurricane Armor is a flexible hurricane wind and water protection system that exceeds all the Florida Building Code and HVHZ criteria for small and large missile impact. It also blocks the wind and rain pressure from the windows and doors that cause the most common problem in a storm – water damage. Hurricane Armor manufactures this flexible wind and water abatement system for all types of structures large and small. 
Timothy Parks Construction, Inc.
Office: 727-260-7344 Tampa Bay Area
Office: 941-270-2677 Southwest Florida Area 
Office: 407-383-9118 Central Florida Area
Fax: 941-270-1809 Main Office
Markets Served: Sarasota FL, Orlando FL, Tampa Bay Fl
| Cape Coral, FL | Sarasota, FL |
| Bonita Shores, FL | Ellenton, FL |
| Longboat Key, FL | Palmetto, FL |
| Palm Harbor, FL | Anna Maria, FL |
| Winter Garden, FL | Holmes Beach, FL |
| Pine Island, FL | Gibsonton, FL |
| Siesta Key, FL | Bradenton Beach, FL |
| Seminole, FL | Brandon, FL |
| Deltona, FL | Tallevast, FL |
| Bayshore, FL | Council, FL |
| Lake Mary, FL | Indian Shores, FL |
| Pinellas, FL | Bradenton, FL |
| Sarasota, FL | Estero, FL |
| Fort Myers Beach, FL | Riverview, FL |
| Cape Coral, FL | Oneco, FL |
| Sarasota, FL | Sanford, FL |
| Tampa Bay, FL | Lakeland, FL |
| Fort Myers, FL | Largo, FL |
| Apopka, FL | Myakka, FL |
| Dunedin, FL | Davenport, FL |
| Lake Wales, FL | Bonita Springs, FL |
| Venice, FL | Clermont, FL |
| Gasparilla, FL | Oldsmar, FL |
| Oviedo, FL | Haines City, FL |
| St. Petersburg, FL | Osprey, FL |
| Winter Haven, FL | Coconut, FL |
| Manasota Beach, FL | St. Cloud, FL |
| Boca Grande, FL | Clearwater, FL |
| Ocoee, FL | Dundee, FL |
| Ruskin, FL | Nokomis, FL |
| Auburndale, FL | North Port, FL |
| Lakeland, FL | Orlando, FL |
| Tampa Bay, FL | Cape Coral, FL |
| Orlando, FL | Port Charlotte, FL |
| Sanibel, FL | Englewood, FL |
| Altamonte Springs, FL | Plant City, FL |
| Captiva, FL | Parish, FL |
| Lakeland, FL | Tampa Bay, FL |
| Orlando, FL | Cape Coral, FL |
| Port Charlotte, FL | Lakeland, FL |
| Tampa Bay, FL | Orlando, FL |
| Sanibel, FL | Englewood, FL |
| Plant City, FL | Parish, FL |
| Altamonte Springs, FL | Captiva, FL |
| North Port, FL | Auburndale, FL |
| Ruskin, FL | Boca Grande, FL |
| Ocoee, FL | Manasota Beach, FL |
| St. Petersburg, FL | Winter Haven, FL |
| Gasparilla, FL | Oviedo, FL |
| Lake Wales, FL | Venice, FL |
| Dunedin, FL | Coconut, FL |
| Apopka, FL | Haines City, FL |
| Fort Myers, FL | Oldsmar, FL |
| Nokomis, FL | Clermont, FL |
| Dundee, FL | Bonita Springs, FL |
| Clearwater, FL | Myakka, FL |
| St. Cloud, FL | Davenport, FL |
| Osprey, FL | Largo, FL |
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Hurricane Armor is a flexible hurricane wind and water protection system that exceeds all the Florida Building Code and HVHZ criteria for small and large missile impact. It also blocks the wind and rain pressure from the windows and doors that cause the most common problem in a storm – water damage. Hurricane Armor manufactures this flexible wind and water abatement system for all types of structures large and small.
Timothy Parks Construction, Inc.
Office: 727-260-7344 Tampa Bay Area
Office: 941-270-2677 Southwest Florida Area
Office: 407-383-9118 Central Florida Area
Fax: 941-270-1809 Main Office
Markets Served: Sarasota FL, Orlando FL, Tampa Bay Fl
| Cape Coral, FL | Sarasota, FL |
| Bonita Shores, FL | Ellenton, FL |
| Longboat Key, FL | Palmetto, FL |
| Palm Harbor, FL | Anna Maria, FL |
| Winter Garden, FL | Holmes Beach, FL |
| Pine Island, FL | Gibsonton, FL |
| Siesta Key, FL | Bradenton Beach, FL |
| Seminole, FL | Brandon, FL |
| Deltona, FL | Tallevast, FL |
| Bayshore, FL | Council, FL |
| Lake Mary, FL | Indian Shores, FL |
| Pinellas, FL | Bradenton, FL |
| Sarasota, FL | Estero, FL |
| Fort Myers Beach, FL | Riverview, FL |
| Cape Coral, FL | Oneco, FL |
| Sarasota, FL | Sanford, FL |
| Tampa Bay, FL | Lakeland, FL |
| Fort Myers, FL | Largo, FL |
| Apopka, FL | Myakka, FL |
| Dunedin, FL | Davenport, FL |
| Lake Wales, FL | Bonita Springs, FL |
| Venice, FL | Clermont, FL |
| Gasparilla, FL | Oldsmar, FL |
| Oviedo, FL | Haines City, FL |
| St. Petersburg, FL | Osprey, FL |
| Winter Haven, FL | Coconut, FL |
| Manasota Beach, FL | St. Cloud, FL |
| Boca Grande, FL | Clearwater, FL |
| Ocoee, FL | Dundee, FL |
| Ruskin, FL | Nokomis, FL |
| Auburndale, FL | North Port, FL |
| Lakeland, FL | Orlando, FL |
| Tampa Bay, FL | Cape Coral, FL |
| Orlando, FL | Port Charlotte, FL |
| Sanibel, FL | Englewood, FL |
| Altamonte Springs, FL | Plant City, FL |
| Captiva, FL | Parish, FL |
| Lakeland, FL | Tampa Bay, FL |
| Orlando, FL | Cape Coral, FL |
| Port Charlotte, FL | Lakeland, FL |
| Tampa Bay, FL | Orlando, FL |
| Sanibel, FL | Englewood, FL |
| Plant City, FL | Parish, FL |
| Altamonte Springs, FL | Captiva, FL |
| North Port, FL | Auburndale, FL |
| Ruskin, FL | Boca Grande, FL |
| Ocoee, FL | Manasota Beach, FL |
| St. Petersburg, FL | Winter Haven, FL |
| Gasparilla, FL | Oviedo, FL |
| Lake Wales, FL | Venice, FL |
| Dunedin, FL | Coconut, FL |
| Apopka, FL | Haines City, FL |
| Fort Myers, FL | Oldsmar, FL |
| Nokomis, FL | Clermont, FL |
| Dundee, FL | Bonita Springs, FL |
| Clearwater, FL | Myakka, FL |
| St. Cloud, FL | Davenport, FL |
| Osprey, FL | Largo, FL |
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Sunday, August 9, 2009
Wall Painting Technique-Make Your Room Look New Again
Wall painting is a wonderful way to add rich tone to any room, simply. Depending on the shade you select, we can brighten, clean up or cozy up your room in an afternoon. You can make small rooms appear larger or ample rooms appear more inviting. Paint is inexpensive, easy to apply and can serve as a beautiful backdrop to your space – provided that it is done right. Fortunately, there are some easy steps to follow that will ensure that your interior painted space will look great and last for many years. Call us today for a free in home consultation.
(407) 383-9118 Orlando Office
(727) 260-7344 Tampa Bay Office
(941) 270-2677 Sarasota Office
Energy Conservation & Sustainability
Windows don’t always require replacement in order to see and feel big results in reducing energy usage; however, energy conservation and sustainability is one of the primary reasons for replacing windows that are considered to be obsolete, particularly replacing single-glazed sashes with double-glazed sashes. Currently, most manufacturers’ warranties for replacement windows are from 2 to 10 years; however, historic wood windows with minimal maintenance have a performance life of 60 to 100 years. Retaining and repairing existing windows also conserves embodied energy (i.e. the sum of the energy required to extract raw materials, manufacture, transport, and install building products). Replacement window materials – primarily aluminum, vinyl, and glass possess some of the highest levels of embodied energy of all building materials.
Older windows are renewable and repairable; however, newer thermal windows are not repairable and once the dual glazing seals are broken, they must be totally replaced. While the advantages
of double-paned windows are well known, a properly
weather-stripped, single-glazed sash window can greatly reduce or eliminate air, noise and air infiltration (where most energy is lost). The cost of weather stripping is nominal when compared to the price of replacement windows.
(407) 383-9118 Orlando Office
(727) 260-7344 Tampa Bay Office
(941) 270-2677 Sarasota Office
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Sliding Glass Door Repair
Tim,
We wanted to thank you for your recent repair job you performed on our Sliding Glass door. You were prompt, attentive to our needs and provided us with quality repair work. The sliding glass door now slides as if it was brand new even though you had to rebuild the wheel assemblies from scratch (amazing). We look forward to using your services in the future and referring you to friends & neighbors.
M & T O’****
Office: 407-383-9118 Central Florida Area
Office: 941-270-2677 Southwest Florida Area
Office: 727-260-7344 Tampa Bay Area
Fax: 941-270-1809 Main Office
Energy Savers: Designing and Remodeling a Home
(407) 383-9118 Orlando Office
(727) 260-7344 Tampa Bay Office
(941) 270-2677 Sarasota Office
Timothy Parks Construction, Inc. Website
Designing and Remodeling a Home
Before you design a new home or remodel an existing one, you should consider investing in its energy efficiency. You'll save energy and money in the long run. It's also a good time to invest in a renewable energy system that will provide your home with electricity, water heating, or space heating and cooling.
If you'd like to design an energy-efficient home, no matter what type of design, you should use what's called the whole-house systems approach.
If you're remodeling a home, conduct an energy audit to help you determine what energy efficiency improvements should and can be made to your home.
Learn how to optimize energy efficiency with the following home designs and construction techniques:
Advanced House (Wall) Framing Techniques
Reduce lumber use and waste—improving energy efficiency—in the construction of a traditional wood-framed house.
Earth-sheltered Homes
Incorporate earth into their structure and design for durability and energy efficiency.
Log Homes
Use wooden logs to provide structure and insulation.
Manufactured Homes
Feature energy-efficient options for new homes and improvements for older homes.
Passive Solar Homes
Take advantage of climatic conditions, especially the sun, for heating in the winter and cooling in the summer.
Straw Bale Homes
Use straw bales to provide all or part of their structure and insulation.
Zero Energy Homes
Produce more energy than they use.
You should also explore your options for financing an energy-efficient home or improvements.
Energy Savers: Designing and Remodeling a Home
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(727) 260-7344 Tampa Bay Office
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Can I Layer Shingles on My Roof? Yes, in Florida up to (2) layers.
Like many common home improvement questions, the answer is you can, but you need to decide if layering shingles is the best course of action for your home. It isn't uncommon to layer a second roof right over the first and then tear everything off before you put a third layer down. Building codes and most municipalities will usually allow you to overlay a second (though never a third) layer of asphalt shingles over an existing shingled roof. You will need to check with your building inspections department to be sure.
Common Problems with Layering Shingles 
Layering shingles has a few drawbacks that you should take into consideration before you decide to lay new shingles over the old.
Re-Shingle Roof as Part of a Larger Plan 
Despite these drawbacks, layering shingles can still be the best plan for your roof. One of the situations, where this option can make the most sense is for a temporary fix as part of a long term plan. Many of the common problems listed above can be avoided if you end up replacing your new roof in the next five or ten years. This sounds like an unwarranted expense, but simply layering shingles can make for a reasonably priced project. You can then invest your money and invest in a high-performance, energy-efficient roof in ten years that will last for the rest of your life.
New Roofs
Insulating the attic Click here for details
(407) 383-9118 Orlando Office
(727) 260-7344 Tampa Bay Office
(941) 270-2677 Sarasota Office
Timothy Parks Construction, Inc. Website
Markets Served: Sarasota FL, Orlando FL, Tampa Bay Fl
| Cape Coral, FL | Sarasota, FL |
| Bonita Shores, FL | Ellenton, FL |
| Longboat Key, FL | Palmetto, FL |
| Palm Harbor, FL | Anna Maria, FL |
| Winter Garden, FL | Holmes Beach, FL |
| Pine Island, FL | Gibsonton, FL |
| Siesta Key, FL | Bradenton Beach, FL |
| Seminole, FL | Brandon, FL |
| Deltona, FL | Tallevast, FL |
| Bayshore, FL | Council, FL |
| Lake Mary, FL | Indian Shores, FL |
| Pinellas, FL | Bradenton, FL |
| Sarasota, FL | Estero, FL |
| Fort Myers Beach, FL | Riverview, FL |
| Cape Coral, FL | Oneco, FL |
| Sarasota, FL | Sanford, FL |
| Tampa Bay, FL | Lakeland, FL |
| Fort Myers, FL | Largo, FL |
| Apopka, FL | Myakka, FL |
| Dunedin, FL | Davenport, FL |
| Lake Wales, FL | Bonita Springs, FL |
| Venice, FL | Clermont, FL |
| Gasparilla, FL | Oldsmar, FL |
| Oviedo, FL | Haines City, FL |
| St. Petersburg, FL | Osprey, FL |
| Winter Haven, FL | Coconut, FL |
| Manasota Beach, FL | St. Cloud, FL |
| Boca Grande, FL | Clearwater, FL |
| Ocoee, FL | Dundee, FL |
| Ruskin, FL | Nokomis, FL |
| Auburndale, FL | North Port, FL |
| Lakeland, FL | Orlando, FL |
| Tampa Bay, FL | Cape Coral, FL |
| Orlando, FL | Port Charlotte, FL |
| Sanibel, FL | Englewood, FL |
| Altamonte Springs, FL | Plant City, FL |
| Captiva, FL | Parish, FL |
| Lakeland, FL | Tampa Bay, FL |
| Orlando, FL | Cape Coral, FL |
| Port Charlotte, FL | Lakeland, FL |
| Tampa Bay, FL | Orlando, FL |
| Sanibel, FL | Englewood, FL |
| Plant City, FL | Parish, FL |
| Altamonte Springs, FL | Captiva, FL |
| North Port, FL | Auburndale, FL |
| Ruskin, FL | Boca Grande, FL |
| Ocoee, FL | Manasota Beach, FL |
| St. Petersburg, FL | Winter Haven, FL |
| Gasparilla, FL | Oviedo, FL |
| Lake Wales, FL | Venice, FL |
| Dunedin, FL | Coconut, FL |
| Apopka, FL | Haines City, FL |
| Fort Myers, FL | Oldsmar, FL |
| Nokomis, FL | Clermont, FL |
| Dundee, FL | Bonita Springs, FL |
| Clearwater, FL | Myakka, FL |
| St. Cloud, FL | Davenport, FL |
| Osprey, FL | Largo, FL |
Energy Savers: Attic Insulation
Call Timothy Parks Construction today for a free consultation.
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Attic Insulation
Properly insulating and air sealing your attic will help reduce your energy bills. Attics are often one of the easiest places in a house to insulate, especially if you'd like to add insulation.
Before insulating or deciding whether to add insulation to your attic, first see our information about adding insulation to an existing house or selecting insulation for new home construction if you haven't already.
Warning: if you think you have vermiculite insulation in your attic, there's a chance it could contain asbestos. Don't disturb it. Only insulation contractors certified to handle and remove asbestos should deal with vermiculite insulation.
Attic Insulation Techniques
Loose-fill or batt insulation is typically installed in an attic. Although installation costs may vary, loose-fill insulation is usually less expensive to install than batt insulation. When installed properly, loose-fill insulation also usually provides better coverage.
Before installing any type of insulation in your attic, follow these steps:
Seal all attic-to-home air leaks. Most insulation does not stop airflow.
Duct exhaust fans to the outside. Use a tightly constructed box to cover fan housing on attic side. Seal around the duct where it exits the box. Seal the perimeter of the box to the drywall on attic side.
Cover openings—such as dropped ceilings, soffits, and bulkheads—into attic area with plywood and seal to the attic side of the ceiling.
Seal around chimney and framing with a high-temperature caulk or furnace cement.
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At the tops of interior walls, use long-life caulk to seal the smaller gaps and holes. Use expanding foam or strips of rigid foam board insulation for the larger gaps.
Install blocking (metal flashing) to maintain fire-safety clearance requirements (usually 3 inches) for heat-producing equipment found in an attic, such as flues, chimneys, exhaust fans, and light housings/fixtures unless the light fixtures are IC (insulation contact) rated. IC-rated lights are airtight and can be covered with insulation.
Make sure insulation doesn't block soffit vents to allow for attic ventilation.
Check the attic ceiling for water stains or marks. They indicate roof leaks or lack of ventilation. Make repairs before you insulate. Wet insulation is ineffective and can damage your home.
Also insulate and air seal your attic access if it's located in a conditioned part of the house.
You'll want to properly insulate and air seal any knee walls—vertical walls with attic space directly behind them—in your home as well.
Finally, if you're constructing a new home or remodeling, make sure any attic decking, which provides additional storage space or a platform for an HVAC unit or hot water tank, is raised above the ceiling joists to ensure proper insulation depth. The decking then should be installed securely to the top of the raised lumber after the insulation has been installed.
Other Considerations
If you live in a hot or warm climate, you might consider installing a radiant barrier in your attic along with the insulation.
Energy Savers: Attic Insulation
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(727) 260-7344 Tampa Bay Office 
(941) 270-2677 Sarasota Office
Timothy Parks Construction, Inc. Website
Markets Served: Sarasota FL, Orlando FL, Tampa Bay Fl
| Cape Coral, FL | Sarasota, FL |
| Bonita Shores, FL | Ellenton, FL |
| Longboat Key, FL | Palmetto, FL |
| Palm Harbor, FL | Anna Maria, FL |
| Winter Garden, FL | Holmes Beach, FL |
| Pine Island, FL | Gibsonton, FL |
| Siesta Key, FL | Bradenton Beach, FL |
| Seminole, FL | Brandon, FL |
| Deltona, FL | Tallevast, FL |
| Bayshore, FL | Council, FL |
| Lake Mary, FL | Indian Shores, FL |
| Pinellas, FL | Bradenton, FL |
| Sarasota, FL | Estero, FL |
| Fort Myers Beach, FL | Riverview, FL |
| Cape Coral, FL | Oneco, FL |
| Sarasota, FL | Sanford, FL |
| Tampa Bay, FL | Lakeland, FL |
| Fort Myers, FL | Largo, FL |
| Apopka, FL | Myakka, FL |
| Dunedin, FL | Davenport, FL |
| Lake Wales, FL | Bonita Springs, FL |
| Venice, FL | Clermont, FL |
| Gasparilla, FL | Oldsmar, FL |
| Oviedo, FL | Haines City, FL |
| St. Petersburg, FL | Osprey, FL |
| Winter Haven, FL | Coconut, FL |
| Manasota Beach, FL | St. Cloud, FL |
| Boca Grande, FL | Clearwater, FL |
| Ocoee, FL | Dundee, FL |
| Ruskin, FL | Nokomis, FL |
| Auburndale, FL | North Port, FL |
| Lakeland, FL | Orlando, FL |
| Tampa Bay, FL | Cape Coral, FL |
| Orlando, FL | Port Charlotte, FL |
| Sanibel, FL | Englewood, FL |
| Altamonte Springs, FL | Plant City, FL |
| Captiva, FL | Parish, FL |
| Lakeland, FL | Tampa Bay, FL |
| Orlando, FL | Cape Coral, FL |
| Port Charlotte, FL | Lakeland, FL |
| Tampa Bay, FL | Orlando, FL |
| Sanibel, FL | Englewood, FL |
| Plant City, FL | Parish, FL |
| Altamonte Springs, FL | Captiva, FL |
| North Port, FL | Auburndale, FL |
| Ruskin, FL | Boca Grande, FL |
| Ocoee, FL | Manasota Beach, FL |
| St. Petersburg, FL | Winter Haven, FL |
| Gasparilla, FL | Oviedo, FL |
| Lake Wales, FL | Venice, FL |
| Dunedin, FL | Coconut, FL |
| Apopka, FL | Haines City, FL |
| Fort Myers, FL | Oldsmar, FL |
| Nokomis, FL | Clermont, FL |
| Dundee, FL | Bonita Springs, FL |
| Clearwater, FL | Myakka, FL |
| St. Cloud, FL | Davenport, FL |
| Osprey, FL | Largo, FL |
Friday, August 7, 2009
Sliding Glass Door Repair
Tim,
We wanted to thank you for your recent repair job you performed on our Sliding Glass door. You were prompt, attentive to our needs and provided us with quality repair work. The sliding glass door now slides as if it was brand new even though you had to rebuild the wheel assemblies from scratch (amazing). We look forward to using your services in the future and referring you to friends & neighbors.
M & T O’****
Office: 407-383-9118 Central Florida Area
Office: 941-270-2677 Southwest Florida Area
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Fax: 941-270-1809 Main Office
Handyman, Remodeling and Painting in Sarasota, FL (941) 270-2677
When you need to find a reliable “handyman” in Sarasota, FL, call Timothy Parks Construction, Inc.. the professional leader in home repairs, gives you peace of mind. Whether you are a homeowner, or a commercial property owner, looking for a expert remodeler or maintenance company, Timothy Parks Construction, Inc. is available. With one call, an appointment will be scheduled for you. Our telephone support staff will discuss your needs and Timothy Parks himself will meet with you, he is an accomplished carpenter and qualified handyman who will arrive at your property ready to immediately start work. For your larger projects a he will provide an estimate and review with you the Scope Of Work and present you with a Contract.
Timothy Parks Construction, Inc.. is a Owens Corning Preferred Contractor (ID 209189) and a Certified GAF Elk Roofing Contractor (CE 18239) offering “Smart Money®” Program financing options. ($1000 to $35,000 in an unsecured installment loan with 90 – 180 Same as Cash option.) http://www.tprci.com/financing.html or call (941) 270-2677
Timothy Parks Construction, Inc. is a handyman repair service company Sarasota, FL that sends a qualified craftsman for a FREE Estimate to homeowners needing small jobs, repairs and maintenance. All of your home improvement needs can be taken care of with one phone call (941) 270-2677 http://www.tprci.com.
Our craftsmen have over 10 years experience and Timothy Parks Construction, Inc. provides a one year WRITTEN WARRANTY on craftsman workmanship. Always available to you, Timothy Parks Construction, Inc. is committed to fair and honest interaction with our customers. Priced By The Job OR By the Hour! Call us for a free estimate Sarasota, FL - we're even available for evening and weekend appointments. And remember the job can start immediately. http://www.tprci.com/pdfs/testimonials.pdf or call (941) 270-2677
Handyman, Remodeling, Painting Sarasota, FL (941) 270-2677
Timothy Parks Construction, Inc.. is a Owens Corning Preferred Contractor (ID 209189) and a Certified GAF Elk Roofing Contractor (CE 18239) offering “Smart Money®” Program financing options. ($1000 to $35,000 in an unsecured installment loan with 90 – 180 Same as Cash option.) http://www.tprci.com/financing.html or call (941) 270-2677
Timothy Parks Construction, Inc. is a handyman repair service company Sarasota, FL that sends a qualified craftsman for a FREE Estimate to homeowners needing small jobs, repairs and maintenance. All of your home improvement needs can be taken care of with one phone call (941) 270-2677 http://www.tprci.com.
Our craftsmen have over 10 years experience and Timothy Parks Construction, Inc. provides a one year WRITTEN WARRANTY on craftsman workmanship. Always available to you, Timothy Parks Construction, Inc. is committed to fair and honest interaction with our customers. Priced By The Job OR By the Hour! Call us for a free estimate Sarasota, FL - we're even available for evening and weekend appointments. And remember the job can start immediately. http://www.tprci.com/pdfs/testimonials.pdf or call (941) 270-2677
Handyman, Remodeling, Painting Sarasota, FL (941) 270-2677
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