An Official Publication of the 2009-2010
Greater Houston Builders Association
Remodelors Council
What you need to know before you
start your remodeling project.
The Remodelors™ Council of the Greater Houston Builders Association is an organization of
remodelers and industry associates.
We are dedicated to the promotion of excellence and the professionalism within,
and public awareness of the Remodelors™ Council.
We achieve this through education, certification, and service to the membership,
industry and the community.
Message from the President
of the
Remodelors Council
of the
Remodelors Council
It is with great pleasure that I present the 2009 Houston Remodeling Guide to
you. For 10 years this guide has been designed by the professionals at the
Greater Houston Builders Association, Remodelors Council and Fort Bend
Publishing to be the sole source for homeowners who are looking for information
about remodeling their home.The Houston area Remodelors Council is a nonprofit
organization that is known for being the leader among Remodelors Councils in
the nation. Our council and its member companies, remodelers and associates are
recognized on the local, state and national levels for achieving the highest
standards in our industry. They all contribute their time and skills to make
our industry a valuable resource for our consumers. Being mentioned as the
leader does not go unrecognized.
Following are some great accomplishments honored in 2008: 2008 Charity project,
the Shea Residence; 2008 National Council Liaison, Carrie Saxon; 2008 National
Membership Growth; 2008 Most Professional with certifications; and 2008
National Remodelor of the Year, Jeff Hunt. Also, it is with great honor that
the National Certified Graduate Remodeler of the Year has been received by
members of the GHBA for five consecutive years, 2004-2008! Congratulations to all recipients and to all
those who keep raising the bar! Each year, through the pages of this guide, we
inform homeowners with the latest in consumer information, photos of local
projects and valuable resource information. Our member companies welcome the opportunity to share their thoughts and experiences with each of you. Whether
you are looking for a specialty service provider for that do-it-yourself
project or are in need of full service assistance by a professional remodeler,
it is my hope that you will benefit from the content and resources this guide
has to offer. May your remodeling experience be EnJOYable!
Allen W. Griffin, CGR, GMB, CAPS, CGP
President, Gryphon Builders • President GHBA Remodelors Council
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Choosing a Professional Remodeler >>
It is It is worth the effort when you are satisfied
with the completed project
On the Cover
Renovation by William Shaw & Associates
(Photo by Bruce Glass Photography)
Design Ideas for Your
Remodeling Project >>
Remodeling Project >>
Creating a home with Style
Message from
the CEO of
the Greater Houston Builders Association
the CEO of
the Greater Houston Builders Association
Thank you for choosing the Houston Remodeling Guide as a resource for your
remodeling needs. You have made a very wise choice. The members of the Greater
Houston Builders Association Remodelors Council are committed to quality and
customer service. You should find the right contractors and suppliers for your
project within these pages and through the Remodeler’s Council Web site on www.ghba.org. Whomever you choose, always check your
contractor’s references and be sure he or she is registered with the Texas Residential
Construction Commission.
Founded in 1941, the Greater Houston Builders Association is one of the oldest
builders and remodelers associations in the country. The Association represents
more than 2,100 member companies and 100,000 employees. The Association is also active in community and charitable events. Each year
members contribute property, materials and labor for the Benefit Homes Project.
The majority of the proceeds benefit the Texas Children’s Hospital, the Alzheimer’s Association and HomeAid Houston. Almost $5 million has been raised since the
program began 29 years ago. The Remodelors Council also sponsors one or more
charitable projects each year. The goals of the Association are to further the
awareness of the members and communities of the importance of professional
business standards, to enhance the business climate for its members, and to
provide quality obtainable housing to the communities it serves.
We hope your remodeling experience is a positive one and your project is
everything you hoped it would be.
Kathryn A. “Toy” Wood, JD, CAE
Executive Vice President and CEO • Greater Houston Builders Association
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