May 2011 Upstate SC HIRG

U P S T A T E S O U T H C A R O L I N A

The Resource Guide for Homeowners

www.HomeImprovementMag.com

Vol. 2 Issue 3

• Closets • Appliances

• Flooring • Doors

• Landscaping • Pools

• Home Security • Patios

• Home Maintenance

• Painting • Cabinetry

• Pest Control

• Countertops • Decks

• Furnishings • Windows

• Window Treatments

• Showrooms & More

Closet Pro864.231.0220

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17 Remodeling/Renovation

12 Kitchen/Bath

14 In Home

4 Exterior/Outdoor

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P U B L I S H E R / L O C A L O W N E RAlan L. Clayton

A D V E R T I S I N G O F F I C E PO Box 6334

North Augusta, SC 29861-6334(803) 409-8573

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P R O D U C T I O N S U P P O R TLeah C. Prescott

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HOME DESIGN DIVISIONP R E S I D E N TAdam Japko

S E N I O R V I C E P R E S I D E N T O P E R A T I O N SStuart Christian

D I R E C T O R O F M A R K E T D E V E L O P M E N TAndrew Witter

V I C E P R E S I D E N T , C U S T O M E R S E R V I C EColleen Scanlon

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Artistic Floor USA, Inc. is South Carolina's finest flooring, concrete &decorative concrete specialist.We take a consultative approach to find outexactlywhatyouwantandmake ithappen.Whetheryourexistingfloorneedsto be repaired, resurfaced or completely replaced,Artistic Floor USA, Inc. hasthe perfect solution for you.We carry only the finest brands of laminate andhardwood flooring, in addition to designing and installing decorative andstamped concrete.We also have a fine selection of countertops, so call ustoday to find exactly what you need. Artistic Floor USA, Inc. has been inbusiness for over a decade and is fully licensed and insured, so you can trustus to give you the very best service each and every time.

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4 Please tell them you saw us in the Home Improvement Resource Guide

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Border Magic®

Its springtimeagain-theperfect time tocall BorderMagic®, the leader indecorative landscapeedging! Since2001,wehavebeenenhancing lawnswith our unique and beautiful custom edging products. Our goal is tocomplementyourexisting landscapingwithour fullycustomizableproductline includingawidevarietyof styles anddesigns tochoose from.Notonlydo our products highlight the beauty of your home, but they also reducemaintenance time and raise resale value. Our professional and quickinstallationsarenoninvasiveandusuallyfinishedwithinoneday.Inadditionto our landscape edging, we also offer decorative walkways, steppingstones, and commercial concrete edging. If you demand both style andfunctionality for your landscaping,BorderMagic® is the company to call!

Border Magic®223 Garretts Rd. • Donald, SC 29638

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• Landscape Edging

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Owner(s): Galen Overholt

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Established: 2001

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Hump's Landscape

With years of experience, hard work, and creativity, Humps Landscapecanhelpyouachieveyourvision forabeautifuloutdoorenvironment.Afterour free consultation, we can begin right away to re-work existing beds,create new beds, or simply start from scratch with a completely originaldesign.Wewillproceedaccording toyourpreferences. Whetheryoudesirea natural look or amore formal design,we canworkwith your vision andgive suggestions as needed.We love to incorporate natural stone, waterfeatures,andaccent lighting toenhancethe landscapeaswell.Callus todayat 864-304-4514.

Enjoy your yard, don't dread it!

Hump's Landscape228 White Horse Rd Ext • Greenville, SC 29605

(864) 304-4514email: [email protected]: http://humpslandscape.com

• Landscape Design and

installation

• Lawn maintenance

• Landscape Accent Lighting

• Stone work: walkways, patios

Retention Walls & Firepits

• Water Features & More

exterior/outdoor


Owner(s): Jason Humphries

Specialty: We are locally ownedand fully licensed and insured. Wecan service commercial andresidential properties. We are yourone stop shop for your lawn.

Area(s): Upstate Greenville

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ProCare Custom Exteriors

AtProCareCustomExteriors,wearechanging the faceofour industry,startingwith thebasics.This iswhywecarryaResidentialBuilder'sLicense,weare insuredand carry a Performance Bond, over and abovewhat is necessary so you knowyouareprotected.Asmembersof theBetterBusinessBureauand theGreenvilleHomeBuildersAssociation,wearehelping toset thebar forprofessionalismin theremodeling industry.

Wehaveavastportfolioofhomeimprovementprojects ranging fromadditions,sunrooms, screen rooms,decks, fences andmany outdoor living projects.

Ourgoal is toensureasmoothworry freeprocess fromstart tofinish.Westrivetoprovideyouexcellentcustomerserviceandanexceptionalproduct thatwecanbe proud of. We look forward to serving you!

ProCare Custom ExteriorsPO Box 80067 • Simpsonville, SC 29680

(864) 449-7676email: [email protected]

web: http://www.procareservices.us/

• Home Additions

• Screen Rooms

• Sunrooms

• Decks

• Fences

• Outdoor Kitchens

exterior/outdoor


Owner(s): Chris Breen

Specialty: Sunrooms, Screen Room,Additions


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ProTurf Builder

ProTurf Builder is theCreator of PlushGreen LawnsWeput "Golf Course Green" on YOUR side of the Fence by renovating thepoorest of clay soils to create the plushest of turf.ProTurfBuilders techniquesare thesamethatareusedonGolfCoursePutting Greenswhich will produce a smooth carpet-like turf for yourfront yard.Our process can detail the nicest of lawns to eliminate swirl and scalpmarks along with sod lines and thin spots or we can rebuild your lawn,without the expense and labor of sod.

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ProTurf BuilderGreenville, SC 29615

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Owner(s): Doug Young

Specialty: Sand Top Dressing& Deep Plug Aeration;making your lawn looklike a golf course fairway

Area(s): The Upstate of SouthCarolina

Established: 1998

Hours: Call for a quote

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Roofing Broker

If your roof is inneedof repairor replacement,RoofingBrokershouldbeyour first call. Roofing Broker can take care of all your residential roofingneeds,includingtileandshingle repairor replacement,leaksolutions,decks,andanyother roofing issues youmight have.Fromminor repairs towholeroof replacement,wewillworkquicklyandefficiently tosolve theproblem.Don't letworriesaboutyour roofconcernyouany longeranddon'twait fora small issue to become a big problem. Call us today to schedule a freehail damage inspection!

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• Commercial Repairs

exterior/outdoor


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Prestige Marble

PrestigeMarble, Inc. is thepremierdistributorand fabricatorofSilestoneQuartz products and Sensa Granite products in the Carolinas. We alsomanufacture and install a complete lineof culturedmarble products,suchas tubs,whirlpool tubs, showers, and vanity tops.Our professional sales staff is ready to assist you with your selections,

answer any questions, and provide you with free quotes at yourlocation.

Prestige Marble200A Pate Dr. • Greenville, SC 29609

(864) 292-8878email: [email protected]: www.prestigemarbleinc.com

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Glass Doctor

Glass Doctor of Greenville is the upstate's leader for home glassinstallation and repair for windows, frameless shower door glass, tubenclosures, mirrors and tabletop glass. We also service repair andreplacement needs for office glass and commercial glass.Glass Doctor ofGreenville even handles auto glass repair and replacement. Ourprofessional staff is ready toaddressyourglassneedsandprovide thebestpossiblesolution toyour full satisfaction.Call us todayandourexperiencedtechnicianswill come to your home for an informative consultation.

Glass Doctor of Greenville is available 24/7 for EmergencyGlass needs!

• Home Glass Repair

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in home


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…is one of the services Ron’s is best known for. Since this is the time of year most people find the need to clean their air ducts of all the pollen, dust and air-borne allergens, Ron’s is offering an unbelievable deal. Schedule to have your air ducts cleaned and we will not only give you $50 OFF, but we will also clean your dryer vent for FREE! That’s a $230 VALUE! Call today while we still have a few openings left.

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Proudly serving the Upstate and surrounding areas since 1990.Call (864) 304-5722 for free estimates.

We supply and install -Cultured Stone & other stone productsFiber cement planks & boardsVinyl SidingShakes (wood, vinyl & Hardie)Windows, Stucco & PaintRoofi ng & Brick workAND NOW - Seamless Gutters

Let Foothills Exteriors handle all your exterior needs. www.FoothillsExteriors.com

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B & K Services

Formore than25 years, family-ownedandoperatedB&KServiceshasbeen meeting heating and cooling challenges and exceeding our clientsexpectations!Weareacompanyoffering thevaluesofhardwork,loyalty,andpersonal

commitment,whileprovidingstate-of-the-art technology inheatingandairconditioning systems.We install and service all makes andmodels, including air conditioning

units, climate control systems andwater heaters.At B & K Services, we're large enough to handle anyone's needs, but

small enough to take care of every customer. Call today for a freeestimate!

B & K Services41 E. Warehouse Ct. • Taylors, SC 29687

(864) 244-9122email: [email protected]: http://www.bandkservices.com

• New and Replacement Systems

• Free Estimates

• 24 Hour Emergency Care

• Air Purification &

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• Family Owned & Operated

since 1984

remodeling/renovation


Owner(s): Kerry DeArmond

Hours:Monday-Friday8:00-5:00


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BMG Flooring, Tile and Cabinet Center

BMG Flooring, Tile and Cabinet Center is one of the largestindependent retailers of flooring products in the Upstate. Inaddition to their huge tile and flooring selections,(including custom rugs),BMG features all-woodcabinets andvirtually any typeof countertop.BMGwill doa turnkey job forall of your remodelingandrenovationprojects.Ourcustomers continue to compliment our installers for their skill,professionalism and personal demeanor. Don't make a decision on yournew home or renovation until you visit BMG Flooring, Tile and CabinetCenter on highway 417/Main Street inMauldin.

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402 S. Main Street • Mauldin, SC 29662(864) 228-9464 • fax: (864) 228-6564email: [email protected]: www.bmgflooring.com

• Carpets and Rugs

• Cabinetry

• Countertops

• Vinyl

• Laminates

• Tile and Stone

• Hardwood



Owner:: Jim Bostic

Specialty: Kitchen and BathRemodeling, All Types Flooring,Cabinets, Countertops, CompleteRenovations

Brands:Mohawk, Shaw, Armstrong,Bruce, Beaulieu, Formica, Anderson,Showplace, Dal-tile, JSI, Corian


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Quality Life Solutions

Evolutionary Thinking In Water TreatmentEvery household has unique water and individual water treatment needs. Water-Right's

exclusiveEvolveSeriesofconditioners isdesignedtotargetandsolvethespecificwaterproblemsyouexperience inyourhome,whether youareamunicipalwater customer,awell owner,or areon lakewater.

ServingSouthCarolinawithover40years combinedexperienceour certifiedstaff cansharetheirexperienceandprovideyouwith treatmentsolutions foranyofyourwater treatmentneeds.

Protect your investment!TurntoQualityLifeServices foramaintenanceteamthatyoucantrust.QLSservicesallmakes

andmodels.Wecanhelpyoukeepyoursysteminexcellent runningorderso that the freshwaternever stops flowing in your home.

Quality Life Solutions1857 B Chapin Rd. • Chapin, SC 29036(803) 932-4426 • fax: (803) 932-4427

email: [email protected]: www.quality-life-solutions.com

• Lake & Well Systems

• Reverse OsmosisDrinking Water Units

• Softeners & Filters

• Landscape IrrigationDesign & Installation

• Full Plumbing Services



Owner: Randy Shuler

Specialty: City, Well & Lake WaterSystems, Reverse Osmosis

Credentials: Master Plumberslicense, certified water specialist(WQA), Certified Installers (WQA), SCcertified bottled water operators,Stenner pump certified techs, 40years combined experience

Brands: Water-Rite, Cuno, Aqua-Pure, Hydro-Quad, TrojanTechnologies

Area: South Carolina

Hours: Call Anytime for anAppointment

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RetroFoam of the Carolinas

If your home is 25 years old or older, then you need RetroFoam, the only insulation solutionthatwill:

• Lower your heat and air conditioning bills year round byup to 50%•Eliminate drafts in your home and raise the R-value•Reduce outdoor noises by 40-50 decibels•Decrease your taxes and even resist pests!RetroFoamis idealboth forhomeswithno insulationandhomeswithexisting insulation.You

will be amazed at howquick and easy our installation is! Because it is injected directly over andaround older insulation, RetroFoam creates a completely hypoallergenic, nontoxic and eco-friendly layer thatwill dramatically improve your utility bill and theoverall comfort of your home.RetroFoam isalsoaffordableand thesavingsstart immediately.Call today for a freeestimate.

RetroFoam of the Carolinas(877) 485-3626

email: [email protected]: www.retrofoamcarolinas.com

• Lowers energy bills

• Eliminates drafts

• Raises R-value

• Reduces outside noise

• Hypoallergenic & Kills mold

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Owner(s): Rob Blake

Specialty:Maximizing your home'scomfort & efficiency

Area(s): South & North Carolina

Hours: Call (877) 485-3626 for yourfree evaluation

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