Spring 2016 Guide to Home Style, Comfort and Design

THE OLD HOUSE NEW HOUSE® HOME SHOW

Pheasant Run Resort ~ St. Charles, IL

A portion of the ticket proceeds benefits The Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley/ReStore Elgin.www.kennedyproductions.com ~ 630.515.1160

Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10 – 5Photo provided courtesy of “By the Yard, Inc.”

Inside: Show DiagramsFeatured RecipeParticipating ExhibitorsWorkshops and Attractions Ten Tips for a Successful Renovation

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Kennedy Productions extends a hearty thanks to our participating exhibitors. Your expertise and creative talents add much richness to this event. Thank you to our workshop presenters: Deb Goetz of Deb Goetz Interiors, Stephen Carlin of Great Impressions Landscaping, James Campbell of LaMantia Design and Construction and John Habermeier of Synergy Builders. We appreciate the insightful, talented team from Mighty House Radio and the sponsors of their live, remote broadcast, Renewal by Andersen Windows. A special thanks to the dedicated team at Pheasant Run Resort. Gratitude is extended to the Kennedy team, event staff and volunteers. We couldn’t do this without you. Finally, we would like to thank Deanna Davies with The Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley/ReStore Elgin. We are grateful to work with you as our partner philanthropy; thank you for adding so much meaning to our work.

FROM OLD HOUSE TO HOME SWEET HOMEEvent Founder Reflects on the Home That Inspired a Tradition

From The Home Front

I remember seeing it high upon the snow-blanketed hill, set back from the street, knowing instantly that this classic English Tudor was the house for us. The deep red and blackish brown bricks covering the L-shaped façade, the steeply pitched roof, the classic gables and tall, mullioned windows all seemed to beckon us inside. Even the wide, solid, stone and brick chimney hinted at the warmth that awaited us within those walls. Who knew the path that would unfold from this visit with our realtor?

Once inside we were met with the reality that this home needed considerable work. Ugly wallpaper, outdated paint colors, heavy drapes, tattered carpeting and painted wood-work covered this home’s beauty;

we met skilled professionals who helped us restore our home to its original glory.

The Old House New House Home Show was born throughout this pro-cess. As we learned of helpful tips, strategies, products and profession-als, we wanted to share the resources with other homeowners. Our pas-sion for restoration led to a hobby that created a career and ultimately blossomed into a business for our family. We are grateful to the creative contractors, award-winning remodel-ers, select experts, leading brands and skilled designers collaborating on this event. It’s your talents that make this event shine.

Our goal with The Old House New House Home Show was and remains to celebrate the spirit of home trans-formation while creating a reliable resource for homeowners. We hope you find this event a valuable tool and solid foundation to help you build the home of your dreams.

Joanne Kennedy is The Old House New House Home Show event founder and the President of Kennedy Productions. She still lives in the English Tudor and keeps her toolbox handy for on-going projects in her much-loved, west suburban home.

Thank You

it was in bad shape. This is where the typical, more sensible buyer would have turned on their heels and never looked back. With our naïve ambition, our Old House Journal magazines and tips from PBS’s This Old House, we pressed on, not fully realizing the mission we had embarked on. Everyone thought we were crazy. One person even stated, “Congratulations, you just bought the most unsightly house on the block;” but we loved our ugly duckling and we knew that with a little patience, ingenuity, some elbow grease and help from trusted profes-sionals, we could uncover the hidden loveliness and reveal the swan. We had creative vision and recognized that this 1929 beauty had great potential and character.

Over the years, with the help of many capable experts, we modernized the kitchen, updated the HVAC, replaced windows, rewired the electric, replaced the roof, painted interiors, updated the plumbing and added a three-story addition, blending the old with the new seamlessly. Many projects we initially attempted on our own because of our budget. When we became muddled and stuck, we were always grateful to the talented tradesmen who could share their expertise. Project by project,

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Beautiful Bathrooms 1 PM Daily

Join James (Jim) Campbell CKD of LaMantia Design and Construction for this engaging workshop. Discover new trends in surfaces and learn strategies for space planning to create a lovely, comfortable and updated bathroom.

Design Your Dream Kitchen 2 PM Daily

Create the kitchen of your dreams with John Habermeier of the award-winning Synergy Builders, based in West Chicago. Explore design basics, flow, functionality, space planning, storage and new trends in materials.

Mighty House Radio Live Remote Broadcast8 - 11 AM Saturday

Tune in for the Mighty House Radio live remote broadcast from the Renewal by Andersen Windows booth. The talented team of Ron Cowgill, Robbie Ehrhardt and Rich Cowgill are always ready to answer your repair, remodeling and home improvement questions. Listen to 92.5 FM or 820 AM for the fun and friendly expert insights.

Enter to Win the Grand Prize of $1000Register for your chance to win a $1000 home show gift certificate (to use with the exhibitor of choice.) Registration and contest rules are located in the Ballroom Lobby. No purchase necessary.

Decorating Trends11 AM Daily

New this year, join the award-winning Deb Goetz of Deb Goetz Interiors, based in St. Charles. Explore new trends in colors and styles with this savvy, delightful designer and give your home a fresh new look.

Landscaping for Curb Appeal Noon Daily

Stephen Carlin of Great Impressions Landscaping will present expert tips, design basics and innovative approaches to create appealing, welcoming and inviting outdoor environments for your home.

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Workshops & Attractions

Exhibitor Booth # Specialty1 Temp Home 130 Insulation, Air Balancing & Temperature BalancingA-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc. 334 Full Service Chimney & Masonry CompanyAAA South Elgin & St. Charles Corridor 19 Emergency Road Service, Travel, Auto, Home, Renters & Life InsuranceAARCO - American Attic Reinsulation Co. 611 Re-Insulate Attics & CrawlspacesAbbey Tri-State Carpet and Floor 708 Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Stone, Luxury Vinyl, Laminate Flooring & DesignAccent Construction Mgt. Svc. 125 Construction Consulting & Project Mgt. for Self Directed BuildersADT Security 326 Security Systems, Life Safety, Home AutomationAeroseal Solutions, Inc. 215 Duct Cleaning and SealingAffordable Custom Closets 413 Custom Closets, Pantries, Garages & Home OfficesAged 2 Perfection Corrdior 18 Wine Tasting & Wine AccessoriesAmazing EZ-Screen Porch Windows 908 3 1/2 Season Screen Porch WindowsAmerican Bluegrass 329 Landscape Construction - HardscapeAmerican Quality Home Improvement 513 Roofing, Siding, Windows, Doors, Attic Insulation, Gutters & CoversAngie’s List 414 Angie’s List Membership - Contractor Rating ServiceArbor VIEW 157 Sunrooms, Screen Rooms, Decks, Windows, SidingARC Insulation, Inc. 803 Insulation, Weatherization & Mold RemediationArchadeck of Chicagoland 114 Decks, Screened Porches, Sunrooms, Gazebos, Outdoor KitchensArt & Linda’s Wildflowers 810 Natural LandscapingArtistic Kitchen Concepts 613 Interior Remodeling - Kitchens, Baths, CountersAssociated Bank 430 Lending, Construction LoansAV Overhead Garage Door, Inc. 115 Garage Doors & Operators, Entry DoorsBartlett Tree Experts 310 Full Service Tree Care: Plant Health Care, Pruning, Removal & Soil ManagementBath Envy 143 Residential Remodeling, Specializing in Bathrooms

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Exhibitor Booth # SpecialtyBath Fitter 106 One-Day Bath Remodeling, Acrylic Tub Liners, Shower Surrounds Bath Planet 519 Acrylic Bath Systems Bear Home Improvements Corridor 16 Windows & SidingBeechworth Windows 630 Window ManufacturerBen Franklin Plumbing/One Hour Heating 534 Sewer Lining, Indoor Air Quality Products & Electrical MaintenanceBernardo Kitchen and Bath, LTD 435 Kitchen & Bath RemodelingBest Cabinets 906 Custom Cabinets, Woodworking, Bookcases, Furniture, MantlesBlackberry Builders 233 Kitchens, Baths, AdditionsBlazeks Home Furnishings 700 Window Coverings by Hunter Douglas & Custom Draperies Boone Creek Cabinetry & Design 323 Kitchen & Bath Design/Remodel, Amish Handcrafted CabinetryBrian & Sons, Inc. 612 HVAC, Duct Cleaning, Radiant Floors, Electric, AerosealBuff & Coat 610 Hardwood Floor RenewalBuilder Supply Outlet 524 Cabinets, Doors & FlooringBurseth Farms Lobby 4 Organic Products Made From Goat MilkBy the Yard, Inc. 234 Outdoor Furniture & Accessories Made From Recycled Plastic Milk JugsCA Custom Woodworking, Inc. 711 Custom Bookcases, Built-Ins & Entertainment CabinetsCanyon Development Group 409 Architecture, New Construction. Additions, RenovationsCasco Industries, Inc. 916 Windows, Doors, Millwork, Cabinets, Commercial Storefront, GlassCavallo Painting & Decorating 119 Interior/Exterior Painting, Decorative Finishes, Carpentry, DecksCentury Tile 516 Ceramic, Vinyl, Wood, Laminate, Marble, Granite, Glass, Carpet Champion Windows, Siding & Patio Rooms 120 Windows, Sunrooms, Siding, DoorsChicago Tribune 622 Print & Digital Newspaper SubscriptionsChicagoland Coatings/Rhino Shield 327 Ceramic Coatings for the HomeChiro One Wellness Centers/Medulla LLC 151 Free Spinal Health Exams, Stress AssessmentsClassic Gutter Company, Inc. 330 Seamless Gutters, Soffit, Windows, Siding, Roofing Climate Control Services 427 American Standard HVAC

Featured Recipe

French Toast Casserole

Ingredients: • 1 long loaf French bread• 8 large eggs• 3 cups whole milk• 4 teaspoons sugar• 3/4 teaspoons salt• 1 tablespoon vanilla• 2 tablespoons butter

Yields 8 servings

Directions: 1. Generously butter a 9” x 13” baking dish.

2. Cut bread into thick 1” slices. Arrange bread slices in a single layer.

3. Beat eggs with milk, sugar, salt and vanilla. Pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight if possible. 4. Remove from refrigerator and dot with butter. I prefer to melt the butter and pour over bread. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees and bake uncovered for 45 to 50 minutes until browned. Serve with your favorite syrup, fresh fruit or toppings.

Options:• Thinly sliced apples can be placed on top of the bread. Season them with cinnamon, sugar and nutmeg.

• Fried bacon broken into small pieces can be sprinkled on top for a decadent finish.

• Other types of bread can be used, but dense breads work best.

From the Kitchen of Sally Boland

Sally Boland has been a treasured member of the Kennedy Productions team since 1996. This will be Sally’s last event before her retirement. All of us want to thank Sally for her tremendous talents and dedication to her work. We wish Sally all the best as she begins her next chapter.

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Exhibitor Booth # SpecialtyClosets by Design 225 Closets, Garage Organization, Home Offices, Wall Beds, Laundry Rooms, PantriesCoach House Garages 1006 Garage BuilderCollins Construction Group, Inc. 429 Room Additions, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements, Porches, Decks Comcast 423 Home Security, TV, Internet & Voice ServicesComfort King Heating & Cooling 226 Heating & Cooling Experts, Servicing All Makes & ModelsCompetitive Exteriors 1005 Gutters, Siding, Windows, Fascia/SoffitConcrete Crawlspaces/Basement Waterprf. Corp. 529 Crawlspace & Basement Waterproofing, Spray-Foam InsulationConcrete Innovations, LLC 309 Concrete Fireplace Surrounds, Vanity Tops, Furniture, Countertops, Arch. ElementsConsolidated Garage Doors, LTD 705 Garage Doors & OpenersCostco 324 Wholesale MembershipsCountry Financial 626 Insurance & Financial PlanningCreative Mirror & Shower 220 Custom Mirrors, Shower/Closet Doors, Etching, Room DividersCustom Window Well Covers 153 Custom Window Well Covers, Replacements & Picture Scenes, Basement WindowsCutco Cutlery 616 Cutco Cutlery - Household Cutlery, Culinary ToolsDaily Herald Lobby 10 Newspaper SubscriptionsDavey Tree Expert Co. 627 Tree, Shrub & Turf Health CareDavis Concrete Correctors 709 Concrete Raising, Basement Wall Straightening, Foundation UnderpinningDavis Roofing & Construction, Inc. 528 Residential & Commercial Flat & Shingle RoofsDeb Goetz Interiors 624 Interior Design, Custom Window TreatmentsDeck Bright Lobby 12 Deck & Fence Cleaning & StainingDeLuxe Bath 410 Tub/Shower Liners/Replacements & Conversions, Bathroom RemodelingDreamMaker Bath & Kitchen 506 Full Service Remodeling, Design/Build, Kitchens, Baths, BasementsD-Wing Construction 806 Roofing, Siding, Windows/Doors, Remodeling, RestorationEarly Times Home Solutions 206 Gutter Covers, Awnings, Insulation, Chimney CleaningEddie Z’s Blinds and Drapery 602 Window Treatments & Custom Closets

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Exhibitor Booth # SpecialtyEnvy Home Services 331 Sunrooms & Additions, Bathroom RemodelingEverdry Chicago 432 WaterproofingEverGreen Landscape Associates 155 Design, Installation, Maintenance of Residential/Commercial LandscapesExcel Windows 312 Custom Bath Remodel, Replacement Windows, Entry Doors, SidingExpert Plumbing, Heating & Electrical 405 24 Hour Emergency Plumbing, Electrical Service, Heating & A/CExterior Designers, Inc. 112 Siding, Windows & RoofingExterior Solutions by Bradford and Kent 434 Windows, Siding, DoorsFamily Flooring America 147 Carpet, Wood, Vinyl, Laminate, Ceramic, Porcelain & MarbleFCA Design Center 1012 Flooring and Home FurnishingsFinished Basement Company 805 Basement Design & BuildFireplace & Chimney Authority, Inc. 912 Fireplace & Grill Sales, Chimney Repair & CleaningForesters Financial 532 Life Insurance, Retirement & College Planning, Distribution Strategies, ProtectionFox Valley Water Treatment 1010 Residential/Commercial Water Filtration & Softening, Drinking WaterG-Cat Construction 223 Concrete Driveways & Patios, Outdoor KitchensGet Power Now Lobby 13 Automatic Standby Generators for Home and Business Gilkey Window Company 416 Replacement Windows, Doors & SidingGinsberg Chiropractic P.C. 718 Chiropractic Care & Massage Therapy for All AgesGourmet Goodies Lobby 11 Gourmet ChocolatesGrant & Power Landscaping, Inc. 509 Landscaping, Snow Management, HardscapingGreat Impressions 904 Landscape/Outdoor Living Spaces, Construction & Landscape MaintenanceGreen T Services 402 Lawn Care/Landscaping Services, Windows, Carpet, Air Duct Cleaning, MarketingGutterglove, LLC 231 Gutter Covers, Ice Dam Prevention, Sunsetter AwningsHabitat for Humanity/ReStore Lobby 8 Low-Cost, New & Used Building Materials Handyman Helpers 512 Home Renovation SpecialistsHeritage Home Decor & Design Lobby 6 Cabinetry, Countertops, Tile, Flooring, FurnishingsHome Shield Coating 631 Permanent Coating, Gutters & Gutter Protection

Exhibitor Booth # SpecialtyHome Story Doors of Chicago 228 Interior Door Replacement, Custom or Odd Size DoorsHomes - 4 - All, Inc./Airmaker, Inc. 306 Home Remodeling, HVAC, Interiors, Exteriors and DesignHouseworks Daylighting Solutions LLC 618 Velux Skylights & Sun Tunnels, Sun Rise Solar Attic FansIcon Building Group 216 Custom Home BuilderIndependence Renewable Energy, LLC 121 Renewable Energy; Solar Energy Systems, P.V. & Solar ThermalIndoor Comfort 107 Heating & Cooling Equipment, Generators Industrial Flooring and Restoration 606 Luxurious Epoxy & Stained Garage /Basement FlooringINES Construction, Kitchen & Bathrooms 620 Interior Remodeling & DesignInnovative Home Concepts 305 Exterior Experts, Windows, Siding, Roofing, Gutter GuardsInsight Property Services, Inc. 117 Home Inspections, Home Performance Testing & TrainingIntegrity Renovations and Electric 1007 Remodeling Kitchens, Baths & Basements, Generators, ElectricalJ & B Kitchen Designs 533 Kitchen DesignJ & D Stone Restoration, Inc. Lobby 5 Natural Stone RestorationJ & M Hardwood Floors 214 Install New Wood Floor Systems, Refinish Existing Hardwood FloorsJ.W. Woodworking, Inc. 638 Kitchens & BathsJames Hardie Building Products 302 Fiber Cement Siding & Backer BoardJames Thomas Renovations 605 Windows, Siding, Bathrooms, Kitchens, BasementsJB Architecture Group, Inc. 527 Residential Architect & Builder Specializing in Custom New Homes & RenovationsJim Keller Kitchen & Bath, Inc. 515 Kitchens, Baths and Home RemodelingJudge Family Chiropractic 1018 Chiropractic CareJULIE, Inc. 1002 Safe Digging Information for Excavators & HomeownersJust Right Blinds Corridor 1 Hunter Douglas Blinds, Shades, Shutters & Decorating ServicesK & D Custom Carpentry, Inc. 632 Custom Millwork, Stairs, Cabinetry, Remodeling, RestorationKane County Health Department Lobby 7 Healthy Homes Health PromotionKapital Electric Co., Inc. 505 Solar, EV Chargers, Generators, Smart Home SystemsKitchen Craft 902 American Made Cookware & Accessories, Cooking Demonstrations

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Exhibitor Booth # SpecialtyKitchens Express 332 KitchensKooz Concepts International, Inc. 716 Steam MopsKooz Concepts International, Inc. 724 Mud MatKooz Concepts International, Inc. 923 Infrared Heaters Kramer Tree Specialists, Inc. 205 Tree CareKS of Geneva Decorating 511 Cabinetry Refinishing & Upgrades, Faux & Decorative Surfaces LaMantia Design and Construction 131 Design Build Specialists for Room Additions, Kitchens & BathroomsLawn Doctor 920 Lawn Care, Fertilization & Weed Control, Aeration, Seeding, Mosquito Control Leaf Filter North of Illinois, Inc. 710 Leaf Filter Gutter ProtectionLeafGuard Chicago 116 One-Piece, Seamless, Aluminum Gutter System, Rain BarrelsLegacy Design & Construction, Inc. 224 Additions, Renovations, Kitchens, Baths & Custom HomesLindemann Chimney Co. 520 Chimney Cleaning & RestorationLittle Giant Ladders/Wing Enterprises, Inc. 129 Little Giant Ladder Systems, Planks & AccessoriesLori Ambler Faux Finishing 308 Faux PaintingManasses Henry Furniture Company 101 Hand Made Furniture, Custom CabinetsMatrix Basement Systems, Inc. 420 Basement Systems, Basement FinishingMattress Firm 816 Mattresses. Adjustable Bases, Protect-a-Bed, Sheets, Pillows, etc.McKay Nursery Corridor 5 Landscape DesignMike’s Deck Center/Hines Supply 907 Decking, Windows, DoorsMiracle Method Surface Refinishing 821 Refinishing Bathtubs, Tiles, Countertops & CabinetsMold Solutions 523 Mold RemediationMorton Private Wealth Strategies, Inc. 633 Retirement PlanningMr. Bamboo, Inc. 229 Bamboo Flooring, Stairs & HandrailsMy Pillow, Inc. 1021 Handmade Bed Pillows, Travel Pillows, Mattress Toppers & Pet BedsNational Energy Contractors, Inc. Outdoor 2 Windows, Siding, Roofing, SunroomsNew View Construction, Inc. 924 Sunrooms, Screen Rooms, Retro Porch ConversionsNext Door & Window 619 Entry Doors, Patio Doors, WindowsN-Hance Wood Renewal 145 Cabinet Painting, Cabinet Refinishing, Affordable UpgradesNicor Gas 804 Energy Smart Program with Rebates & Energy Saving Products

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Exhibitor Booth # SpecialtyNovak & Parker 113 Home Appliances, Excellent Sales, Service, Parts NuKleen Products Corridor 10 Water-Saving, Green-Cleaning ProductsOhlson Group 817 CarpentryOld World Craftsmanship LLC Lobby 2 Refinishing, Restoring & Repairing Wood FurnitureOlive Grove Landscaping, Inc. 105 Landscaping, PavingOutdoor Lighting Perspectives 311 Commercial & Residential Outdoor Landscape LightingPaver Care, Inc. 703 Maintenance & Restoration of Brick PaversPaxem, Inc. & Elderwerks 510 Estate Sales, Packing, Staging, Senior Moves & Housing/Care ExpertsPerformers Flooring & Design Gallery 316 Flooring, Tile, Carpet & HardwoodPerma-Seal Basement Systems/Foundation Repair 514 Basement Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, Sump Pumps & Battery Back UpsPilcher and Sons, Inc. 530 Home Remodeling, Custom Carpentry, Interior/Exterior PaintingPower Home Remodeling Group 704 Energy Efficient Windows, Siding, Roofing & Doors Prairie State Water Solutions 428 Water Conditioning, Treatment & PurificationPreferred Shield/Master Shield Gutter Protection 424 Top-Rated Gutter Protection SystemsPremier Quality Windows 209 Windows, Siding, Doors, Sales & InstallationPremium Cabinets & Concrete Countertops 719 Cabinets & CountertopsPremium Travertine 134 High Quality Natural Stone Pavers for Patios/Courtyards/WalkwaysPrime Real Estate Corridor 13 Real EstatePrimo/J.W. Skutnik Custom Builder 315 Innovative Design/Build with Old World CraftsmanshipPro Home 1, Inc. 722 Roofing, Siding, Windows & DoorsPro-Home Services, Inc. 406 Siding and RoofingPRP Wine International 325 In-Home Wine TastingsQ’s Cabinet Shoppe, Ltd. 111 Shiloh, Amish & Ovation CabinetsR & R Concrete Solutions 819 Decorative Concrete Overlays, Concrete Raising/LevelingRemodeling Station, Inc. 1024 Kitchens, Baths, Basements, Room Additions, Roofs & More

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Exhibitor Spotlight

1. Selecting the right contractor for your project is integral. Focus on some-one who communicates well, responds to e-mails and calls in a timely manner, helps with design, game plan and execution, and has extensive experience along with trustworthy referrals. Make sure they are licensed and bonded. When comparing contractors, be certain you are comparing apples to apples.

2. Throughout the building and remod-eling process, you will be making many decisions. Make decisions early and often. Delayed decisions and changes delay the work schedule. Also, avoid being a distraction to your project...time is money.

3. Have your contractor purchase the materials. They tend to get better pric-ing and should pass on the savings to you when they can. Don’t cut corners and don’t put lipstick on a pig.

4. Choose improvements that will add value to your home to maximize the biggest return on your investment, for example: kitchens, bathrooms and front door curb appeal.

5. Depending on the scope of work, make plans to be out of the house for a period of time. Projects such as sanding floors, furnace shut off for HVAC work and large additions may require you to relocate; be sure to keep children and pets out of harm’s way. There will be dust and noise, without a doubt.

6. Get ideas for your design by going through photos on Houzz, Pinterest and

magazines. Any guidance you can pass along to your contractor regarding the look you want will help expedite the process and bring your vision to life.

7. Expect the unexpected. Before you begin your renovation, work out a contingency fund for extras; we recom-mend 10 to 15% of the total project. There may be unforeseen costs that surface beyond anyone’s control. You never know what’s behind the walls until you open them.

8. When the payout is processed, no more than 50% of payment should be made up front. Keep in mind 30% down payment is the industry standard on contracts. 9. Have a realistic time line. There is always a punch list at the end of a pro-ject… don’t worry.

10. Keep your sense of humor. There are bound to be emotional highs and lows throughout the process. Just remember, you will love and enjoy your renovation once it’s complete.

Founded in 2002, WolffHager Contracting and Development specializes in quality craftsmanship for new construction homes in addition to residential and commercial renovations. Owners, Jeff Wolff and Charles Hager, together have a combined experience of over 30 years working in the con-struction/general contracting business. Charles is a Master Carpenter showcas-ing his work in several issues of Better Homes and Gardens magazine. Jeff has worked with Fortune 500 companies and is certified in the construction man-agement program, specializing in sales and design. Visit WolffHager in Booth # 625 or on Facebook.

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Ten Tips for a Successful RenovationBy WolffHager Contracting and Development

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Exhibitor Booth # SpecialtyRenewal by Andersen 202 Andersen Replacement Windows & Patio DoorsRe-Nu Home Remodelers 227 Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Replacement Windows, Vinyl SidingRethink Electric 809 Solar Electric InstallersRidgefield Flooring 905 Hardwood FlooringRuffer Re-Design, Inc. 210 Custom CabinetsSavATree 1004 Arboricultural Firm Dedicated to Tree PreservationSchreck Kitchens 808 Kitchen Cabinets, Designs and RemodelingSears Home Services 824 Roofing, Siding, Windows, HVAC, Cabinet Refacing, Kitchen/BathShelfGenie 419 Glide-Out Shelving for Existing Pantries & Kitchen CabinetsSiding-1, Windows-1 Exteriors 802 Hardie & Mastic Siding, Versetta Stone, Pella Windows, RoofingSir Grout 1003 Grout, Stone, Tile & Tub RestorationSleep Number 502 Sleep Number Beds, Bedding & Adjustable FoundationsSolar Plus USA 1016 Solar RoofingSolatube By Solar Brite 139 Solatube - Velux Skylights, Solar Power Attic Fans South Central Bank - Remodeloan Lobby 3 Home Improvement LoansSpecialty Woodworking, Inc. 128 Custom Cabinets, Kitchen/Bath Remodeling, Entertainment CentersSpringsoft International 807 Water Softening and Purification ProductsSt. Charles Convention & Visitors Bureau 1019 Specialty: Travel & Tourism for the Greater St. Charles Area Stamilton Bathroom Remodeling 211 Bathroom Remodeling Done RightSunburst Shutters, Inc. 136 Plantation Polywood Shutters & BlindsSuperior Sleep Mattress 319 Mattresses & Adjustable FramesSynergy Builders, Inc. 102 Additions, Kitchens/Baths, Basements, Bars, Cabinets, Home TheatersTankless Technology 235 Tankless Water HeatersTeam Window/Leaf Guard 320 Replacement Windows & Patio DoorsThe Home Mag 426 Home Improvement Magazine

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Exhibitor Booth # SpecialtyTiger Bath Solutions 712 Bath Liners, Walk in TubsTR Miller Heating & Cooling 910 HVAC Sales, Service, Repairs, New Construction & Duct CleaningTraditional Touch Painting, Inc. 609 Residential/Commercial Interior & Exterior Painting, Dry Wall RepairTrusted Power Systems 328 Generator SystemsTruTeam - C.J. Insulation 629 InsulationU.S. Waterproofing 812 Basement WaterproofingUltimate Home Solutions 133 Kitchens, Marvin & Sunrise Windows, Siding, DoorsUltimate Stone, Inc. 127 Granite, Marble, Quartz FabricatorUncommon USA, Inc. 149 Flagpoles, Flags, Light KitsUnited Windows, Inc. Corridor 13 Windows, Doors, Siding, Gutters, Fascia, Soffit, RoofsUniversal Carpet, Inc. 124 Floor Coverings, Carpet, Tile, Wood & Vinyl FlooringUS Bank 212 Construction LoansUSA Insulation 408 Whole House Retro Fit InsulationUsborne Books and More Corridor 3 Children’s BooksVineyard Chic Kitchens 702 Kitchen & Bath Cabinets, Refinishing & Affordable MakeoversVintage Hardwood Floors Corridor 8 Hardwood FlooringVitamix Corporation 635 Vitamix Blender, Accessories, Mixes & Free SamplesW Brothers Roofing 628 RoofingWater Specialties Group, Inc. 123 Water Filtration/Purification/Whole House RO/SoftenersWindowWorks 712 Windows, Siding, DoorsWolffHager Contracting and Development 623 Remodeling, New Construction, Carpentry, General ContractingWood Street Cabinet, Inc. 1008 Kitchen Cabinets

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Join us once againFEBRURARY 10 – 11 – 12, 2017

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Thank you for coming. It is our aim to help homeowners make well-informed decisions for home improvements. Enjoy the show and best wishes for successful renovations. See you February 10 - 11 - 12, 2017 for our next event.

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Exhibits are located in the Mega Center, Lobby, Outdoors, Ballroom and the Ballroom Corridor.

Workshops are located in the Marsalis Room,through the Ballroom Corridor in the main hotel.

Enter to win the Grand Prize of $1000. Entries can be dropped off in the Ballroom Lobby for your chance to win.