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July 6, 2010

Still Half a Year Left to Qualify for “Get 25% Back” Reward

Six months remain in this calendar year. That’s plenty of time for HSA to complete your home remodel by December 31, 2010, and thus qualify you for the chance to get 25% back – up to $5,000 – on the cost of your project.

This promotion marks HSA’s 25th year in business. One lucky client will win. The winner’s name will be randomly drawn from all eligible registrants at our 25th anniversary celebration in January 2011. Our purpose: to say “thank you” to the community that has supported us so well over the past quarter-century.
Get the details on HSA’s 25th anniversary / 25% back promotion »
See our “Get 25% back” postcard (download PDF) »

July 2, 2010

David Rhoads Seeks Re-election to Saline’s City Council

David Rhoads – the founder, owner, and president of HSA – has filed nominating petitions to run for re-election to Saline’s City Council in this November’s election. David has served two terms of two years each – four years in total – on City Council to date.

For David’s perspectives on issues critical to our region and community, please see his blog at www.davidrhoadssaline.com.

June 2, 2010

HSA Touts Saline Farmers’ Market in Memorial Day Parade

HSA used the occasion of Saline’s Memorial Day Parade this past holiday weekend to help promote the Saline Farmers’ Market, now happening twice per week: Saturday mornings in Downtown Saline, and Tuesday evenings at the Saline District Library.

The parade featured HSA’s own 1930 Model A truck, festooned with a banner touting the Farmers’ Market’s expanded operations.

“We were proud to be part of the Memorial Day Parade, an event honoring those who have died in service to our country,” said David Rhoads, HSA’s founder, owner, and president. “And we were just as pleased to be able to help bring attention to two of our city’s best resources — our wonderful Farmers’ Market and our superb library.”

John Moore, a friend to HSA, drove the company’s classic pick-up truck in the parade. He was accompanied by Laurel Schmidt, the daughter of one of the Friends of the Saline District Library, and Jaden Bradley, who is David Rhoads’ grandson.

David Rhoads himself participated elsewhere in the parade, marching together with fellow members of the Saline City Council.
Learn more about the Saline Farmers’ Market »
See AnnArbor.com’s coverage of Saline’s Memorial Day Parade »
Learn about the Friends of the Saline District Library »

June 1, 2010

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Get 25% Back on Remodeling Cost

Area homeowners are continuing to sign up for the chance to get 25% back — up to $5,000 — on the cost of their home remodeling project completed by HSA during 2010. One lucky client will win. HSA is celebrating 25 years in business, and this promotion says “thank you”" to the community that has supported our company so enthusiastically over the years.
Learn more about HSA’s 25th anniversary / 25% back promotion »
See our “Get 25% back” postcard (download PDF) »

May 10, 2010

Panel of Senior Housing Experts Includes HSA’s David Rhoads

Today at the Chelsea retirement Community in Chelsea, Michigan, five experts on senior living presented on the topic, “Comparing Costs — My Home Versus Senior Housing.” Among them was David Rhoads, the founder, owner, and president of HSA. The panel discussed the financial factors influencing an aging person’s decision to remain in their home or move to senior housing. David lent his knowledge on “aging in place” — in particular, how much it costs to remodel a home to adapt to changing physical needs. Other panelists included financial planners, a realtor, and representatives of the University of Michigan Health System’s Housing Bureau for Seniors.
Learn more about Aging in Place, with HSA’s help »

May 4, 2010

CMU Recognizes HSA’s David Rhoads for Continuing Education

Central Michigan University has recognized David Rhoads — HSA’s founder, owner, and president — for continuing education to keep his builder’s license current. Specifically, David completed coursework covering updates to the Michigan Residential Building Codes, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA), and the parts of the Michigan Occupational Code relating to Residential Rules and Regulations.
Learn more about David’s experience and expertise »

April 21, 2010

Bathroom Remodel Helps Milan Homeowners “Age in Place”

This “aging in place” project, just completed by HSA for a pair of homeowners in Milan, Michigan, involved only modest changes to the first-floor bathroom, but it had a significant impact on the couple, as the husband was no longer able to climb the stairs to use the second-floor shower.
Learn more and see the “before” and “after” photos »

March 15, 2010

“Saline Salutes” Selects David Rhoads of HSA for Vision Award

David Rhoads – HSA’s founder, owner, and president – has been selected by “Saline Salutes,” a program sponsored by the Saline Area Chamber of Commerce, as the recipient of the 17th annual George A. Anderson Vision Award. The award recognizes David’s leadership and service to:

David will formally receive the award at the “Saline Salutes” gala to be held on Friday, April 16, at Saline High School in the Ellen A. Ewing Performance Arts Center.
Learn more about “Saline Salutes” and the Vision Award »
Learn more about David Rhoads’ community involvement »

March 1, 2010

David Rhoads of HSA Creates Blog on “All Things Saline”

David Rhoads – the founder, owner, and president of HSA – has created a blog that aims to cover all topics of vital interest to members of the Saline community. Interested? Visit www.davidrhoadssaline.com and sign up for the RSS feed. You are invited to add comments on current posts, or email David Rhoads at david@hsa-remodel.com to suggest additional topics. As David says, “This blog will be only as good as the people who interact with it.”

February 8, 2010

New Third-Floor Bathroom Presents Remodeling Challenge

HSA will soon begin construction of a new bathroom on the third floor of a home in Ann Arbor. It is an older home, so the project has presented a bit of a challenge. We have been especially careful in planning the work so the home’s interior appearance will not be compromised.

February 7, 2010

Attention to Detail Can Extend Your Remodel’s Lifetime

Last week, HSA installed a new roof on a Saline home, and added insulation in the attic. The previous contractor had installed some blown-in insulation, but did not put insulation baffles between the rafters. This resulted in a lack of airflow through the attic. The attic then overheated and caused shingles on the roof to fail before they should have. Moral of the story: a little attention to remodeling detail can make a big difference in the lifetime of the work.

January 22, 2010

Your Chance to Get 25% Back on Your Home Remodeling Project

Homeowners in Washtenaw County are advised to watch their mailboxes, as HSA is sending postcards announcing the opportunity to get 25% back – up to $5,000 – on a home remodeling project completed by HSA in 2010. The promotion is part of HSA's 25th anniversary celebration – our big "thank you" to the community that has supported our company over the years.
Learn more about HSA's 25th anniversary "Get 25% Back" promotion »
See our "Get 25% Back" postcard (download PDF) »

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