An Official Publication of the 2009-2010
Greater Houston Builders Association
Remodelors Council
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Houston Remodeling Guide 2009
An Official Publication of the Greater Houston Builders Assciation RemodelorsTM Council
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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.
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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!
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Allen W. Griffin, CGR, GMB, CAPS, CGP
President, Gryphon Builders • President GHBA Remodelors Council
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Kathryn A. “Toy” Wood, JD, CAE
Executive Vice President and CEO • Greater Houston Builders Association
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On the Cover

Kitchen
and Breakfast
Room Addition
by William Shaw & Associates
(Photo by Bruce Glass Photography)
This home built in the 1960s
was remodeled for more living
space and a new kitchen partially
designed by the owner who loves
to cook. Features include a vaulted
ceiling, 27-inch deep countertops,
and a small window over the
cook-top. The island was
designed with a 32-inch high
surface for chopping and an integrated opening for
compost waste.

Kraftmaid Cabinets, Appliances:
Morrison Supply

Granite Countertops:
Venetian Blind/Floor

Lighting: 
Lighting Inc. Hardware
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2009 GHBA  Remodelors™ 
Council Board Members
President
Allen Griffin, CGR, GMB, CAPS
Gryphon Builders

Past President
Jeff Hunt, GMB, CGR, CAPS, CGP
Brothers Strong, Inc.

Vice President
Wayne Ball, CAPS, CGR
Lone Star Building
& Construction Services

Secretary /
co-CHAIR CHARITY
Rob Hellyer, CGR, GMB, CAPS
Premier Remodeling
& Construction

co-CHAIR CHARITY
Dennis Haws, CGR
All Star Construction

co-CHAIR programs
Maggie Medellin
Ferguson Enterprises

co-CHAIR programs
Warren Clark
BMC WEST Buidling Materials

public relations
Salty Thomason, CGA
Pella Windows and Doors

treasurer
John Madsen, CPA
Parmet, Chapman & Madsen

membership
Kaitlyn Sharp, CGA, CAPS
Custom Plumbing & Hardware

government
John Gillette, CGR, GMB, CAPS
Craftsmanship By John

education
Phil Messerra, CGR, CAPS
Master Craftsmen, Inc.
Message from the President
of the Remodelors™ Council
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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.