Licensed Contractors News
- Home Service to Offer Water Service Line Protection Plan to Select Homeowners in Michigan Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:00PMHome Service, a leading provider of home emergency repair programs with hundreds of thousands of policies in place, is doing their share to keep homeowners protected. Previously reaching customers through partner utility companies, Home Service has announced that they will be offering their protection program directly to select area homeowners.
- Home Emergency Insurance Solutions to Offer Water Service Line Protection Plan to Select Homeowners in California Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:00PMHome Emergency Insurance Solutions, a leading provider of home emergency repair programs with hundreds of thousands of policies in place, is doing their share to keep homeowners protected.
- New Interim Chief Takes Over Air Force MARS Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:51PMThe Air Force Military Auxiliary Radio System (MARS) organization has a new “interim” Chief. Outgoing USAF MARS Chief Allen Eiermann, K3LSR, retired at the end of May and was replaced by TSgt Jason E. Sandifer. Sandifer is a systems manager stationed at the Air Force Network Integration Center (AFNIC) at Scott AFB, Illinois. AFNIC is the headquarters of the national Air Force MARS organization...
- Torres challenges three-term Sen. Conway in 43rd District Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:40AMThree-term state Sen. Joan Carter Conway, chairman of the Senate Education, Health and Environmental Affairs Committee, faces Baltimore City Planning Commission member Hector Torres in a contentious contest to represent the 43rd District. Torres, 58, of Hamilton Hills, a former longtime firefighter and city Fire Department spokesman, who is now an...
- Home Forge Remodeling Continues Climb Up Rankings Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:26PMAtlanta - Home Forge Remodeling (www.homeforgeremodeling.com) is becoming the “go to remodeler” in Atlanta. The company is climbing up the list of “Atlanta’s Top 20 Residential Remodeling Contractors” from the Atlanta Business Chronicle, this year moving from #17 on the list to #13.
- SF South Bay Contractors Now Have Convenient Location to Get EPA-Required Lead-Based Paint Certification Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:14AMSAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The DIY Academy has become the only training firm in the South Bay to be accredited by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a Renovate, Repair and Paint Training Provider.
- Boone residents warned of possible FEMA scams Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:02AMSurvivors recovering from the severe storms and flooding that began in June are urged to beware of scam artists that prey on others’ misfortunes, cautioned state and federal officials.
- Jobsite123.com Now Provides Contractor Reference Verification Online Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:01AMJobsite123.com is the fastest and easiest way for contractors to prove their qualifications, providing for an efficient commercial construction comparing service for Construction buyers nationwide as well.
- 11 arrested in sting on unlicensed contractors Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 8:03PMLocal and state authorities announced Tuesday the arrest of 11 people in a recent sting operation meant to round up unlicensed people working construction jobs in Camarillo.
- Real Estate, Sales Lic. Up In July Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 1:22PMNew York Secretary of State Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez announced that the agency’s Division of Licensing Services licensed 6,675 New Yorkers last month, a two percent increase from July. read more
- Back-to-school booze checks trip up 10 stores Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 1:19PMThe state keeps sending minors to buy alcohol and the sting keeps working.
- GAM Carries on with BRT Project Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 7:43AM26 August 2010 Amman, Jordan - Greater Amman Municipality Greater Amman Municipality ( GAM GAM ) continues construction works within the first phase of its Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project which commenced in June 2010.
- Zanesville High School demolition contractor deemed in compliance with EPA Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 7:09AMZANESVILLE -- The demolition contractor on the Zanesville High School project was deemed in compliance with environmental regulations.
- Genesys Health Care workers weigh new contract Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:17PMTechnicians at Genesys Health Care in Grand Blanc are scheduled to begin voting today on a new labor contract the teamster union has recommended they reject.
- Garda scrabbles to stay in Afghanistan Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 7:54PMGardaWorld Security Corp. is making contingency plans to protect its business in Afghanistan after President Hamid Karzai blindsided the international community last week with a decree ordering private security companies to disband within four months
- David Isenberg: Hardly an Unalloyed Virtue: PMSC in Afghanistan Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 7:22PMThe recent news that President Hamid Karzai has ordered a four-month phase out of all private military and security companies (PMSC) in Afghanistan has occasioned...
- Contractor cuts down wrong tree in wrong neighborhood Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 7:06PMDENVER - Hallie Woods was shocked by what she saw when she pulled up to her home on Tuesday night.
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- WTC Captive Insurance Company Extends Opt-In Deadline for Settlement Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:00PMThe WTC Captive Insurance Company announced it would extend the September 8, 2010 deadline for opting-in to its settlement for two calendar months, until Monday, November 8, 2010 to give plaintiffs more time to consider whether to accept. Â More than 5,000 plaintiffs have already opted in to the settlement, worth up to $712.5 million, totaling more than 50% of the over 10,000 individuals who ...
- Basement Technologies, Inc. Signs Exclusive Licensed Dealer Agreement With Terminix Services, Inc. Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 4:06PMBOSTON, Aug. 25, 2010 -- Basement Technologies, Inc. (www.basementtechnologies.com), a leader in pro...
- Beacon Hill Roll Call: Ross, Timilty attain high marks for attendance Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 3:28PMBeacon Hill Roll Call reports local senators’ roll call attendance records for the 2010 session through Aug. 20.
- State offers help for customers of Ripon pool firm Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:26AMThe California Contractors State License Board is urging consumers who have a contract with Aqua Pool & Spa of Ripon to file an online complaint if they believe they have been harmed by the firm.
- State to customers: File complaints against Aqua Pool Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 2:42AMAqua Pool & Spa owner Richard Townsend last week told KCRA-TV that the company was being forced
- New Business Bio: Loren Morse Electrical Service, LLC Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 9:48PMType of business: Commercial and residential electrical contractor. Main location: Nashua. Contact phone number: 603-801-5864. Contact e-mail: lorenmorseelectrical service@gmail.com. Company website address: www.loren morseelectricalservice.com. Date began business in southern New Hampshire: April 2010. Is this a franchise? No. Owner: Loren Morse. Days/Hours: Seven ...
- Aqua Pool asks customers for patience Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 7:25PMA suddenly defunct pool builder is asking for patience from customers with partly built pools, but a state agency wants to take over coordination of the jobs and urges customers to file official complaints.
- When walking dogs, one thing leads to another, reporter gets scoop Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 1:11AMMaine at Work: Just when your charges are moving along nicely, they invariably develop a nose for trouble – or distraction.
- Afghan president defends security move Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 12:16AMAfghanistan President Hamid Karzai has defended his decision to disband private security firms.
- When walking dogs, one thing leads to another, reporter gets scoop Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 12:12AMJust when your charges are moving along nicely, they invariably develop a nose for trouble – or distraction.
- Karzai Defends Contractor Phaseout Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 12:52PMAfghanistan’s president said that the firms are “looting and stealing from the Afghan people” and acting as an impediment to the development of Afghan security forces.
- O.C. landscapes capture beautification awards Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 7:06AMLocal landscapers have been honored for residential and commercial beautification projects around Orange County and Southern California by the California Landscape Contractors Association of Orange County.Special awards were given to three companies...
- Ontario district hires management company for bond project Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 2:38AMONTARIO While still in the early stages, the Ontario School District $18.5 million facilities bond project is starting to take shape.
- Incumbent Boyd leads fundraising Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 10:23PMPANAMA CITY — Allen Boyd has raised nearly $1 million more in his re-election bid than all of his Republican and Democratic challengers combined. The Democrat raised $1.78 million from Jan. 1, 2009, through Aug. 4 of this year, the most recent date...
- Economy cuts into pool business Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 12:16AMDuring the housing boom, equity-rich homeowners were cashing in, many accenting their backyard with a pool.But as home values have plunged, so has the new pool business.
- Cash for clunker AC systems details announced Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 5:45PMQualified Florida homeowners can get $1,500 rebate on new units State officials, announcing long-awaited details of its latest "cash for clunker" program Friday, said Floridians could snare a $1,500 flat fee rebate for replacing their central air conditioning systems with more energy efficient units starting this month.
- Beacon Hill Roll Call Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:10PMTHE HOUSE AND SENATE. There were no roll call votes in the House or Senate last week.
- Senator Kerry returns to Kabul for Karzai talks Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 6:35PMInfluential U.S. Senator John Kerry returned abruptly to Afghanistan on Thursday to see President Hamid Karzai, seeking to press him over a four-month deadline for private security contractors to be disbanded.
- Senator Kerry returns to Kabul for Karzai talks Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 6:33PMSource: Reuters * Security contractor deadline a concern * U.S. wants more flexibility over timeline By Sue Pleming WASHINGTON, Aug 19 (Reuters) - Influential U.S. Senator John Kerry returned abruptly to ...
- Three former Nicolet buildings to be demolished Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 4:59PMThree buildings in Ambler formerly used for asbestos manufacturing are set to be demolished within the next few weeks.
- Better Business Bureau warns consumers about roofing company Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 4:14PMHUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF) - During the past month, the Better Business Bureau of North Alabama has been issuing statements concerning calls to their office regarding American Shingle, a company that was headquartered in Atlanta, GA with a local office in Huntsville (American Shingle & Siding of Alabama) and more than 20 other cities.
- Avoiding the Con in Construction-Renovations and Repairs Done Right Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 3:01AMNew Book Aims to Protect Homeowners from Construction Pitfalls
- Afghanistan orders ban on private security firms Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 10:17PMKABUL, Aug 17 (Reuters) Afghan President Hamid Karzai issued a decree today setting a deadline of four months to disband private security companies despite concerns by Washington over the plan.
- Homebuilders say business is either bleak or good; numbers show slow rebound Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 11:45AMStatistics tell one story. Builders tell quite another.
- Afghanistan orders ban on private security firms Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 1:17AMKABUL – Afghan President Hamid Karzai issued a decree on Tuesday setting a deadline of four months to disband private security companies despite concerns by Washington over the plan.
- Afghanistan orders ban on private security firms Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 11:24PMKABUL, Aug 18 — Afghan President Hamid Karzai issued a decree yesterday setting a deadline of four months to disband private security companies despite concerns by Washington over the plan. The Pentagon called the deadline “very challenging” but said the United States would work with the Afghan government and seek to improve oversight and ...
- Afghanistan President Karzai steps up plans to oust private security forces Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 10:40PMAfghanistan President Karzai steps up plans to oust private security forces
- Security Firms Asked to Disband in Afghanistan Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 12:38PMAfghanistan’s president has set a four-month deadline for private security companies to cease operations in the country, a spokesman said Monday.
- Karzai gives private security companies four months to end Afghan operations Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 8:26AMContractors – used to guard supply convoys and for personal security details – accused of undermining government security forces
- Afghanistan Wants Security Contractors Out Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 7:00AMAfghan government gives private security companies 4-month deadline to disband. Security guard - Afghanistan - Hamid Karzai - President of the United States - Asia
- Afghanistan to ban private security firms Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 5:30AMAfghan President Hamid Karzai is expected to order all private security companies in the country to shut down in four months.
