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Merry Christmas from PL Lyons
It’s that time of year again when tinsel is glittering, trees are glowing, and mouths are munching on Christmas cookies and spicy eggnog. Though every year the bustling for gifts, decorations, and holiday gatherings keeps us all moving constantly, we’d like to take this opportunity to pause for a moment and let our clients know what’s most important. Our clients are the life of our business and we appreciate them greatly. We are grateful for their loyalty and for the faith they have put in us to take a vision and build it into a home of their dreams. We … Read more
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Perry Lyons Named 2014 HBAL President
Big changes are on the horizon in 2014, not only for custom home builder Perry Lyons, but for the Home Builders Association of Louisville (HBAL) as well. After nearly 40 years of involvement with the organization, Perry has climbed each step of the leadership ladder from Treasurer, Secretary, and Vice President, and will now take over as President in 2014. Along the Way In addition to his lengthy stint in leadership with the HBAL, Perry also brings vast experience in serving and teaching, as he has chaired the Codes and Standards Committee for about 10 years, served on the Education … Read more
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Updates From P.L. Lyons
We have a lot of things going on at P.L. Lyons, so we wanted to take a minute to update you. New Social Media Site for Homebuilders and Design Lovers P.L. Lyons has joined a new social site for homebuilders and those looking for decorating inspiration. Houzz.com features beautifully designed homes organized by room, so decorators and those wanting to spruce up their spaces can browse for inspiration. For homebuilders and architects, Houzz.com offers a profile setup where you can showcase your work, connect with other builders, and let people in the area search for you in the directory. Check out the P.L. Lyons profile … Read more
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Happy Thanksgiving from P.L. Lyons
This year has certainly been a great year. We at P.L. Lyons are thankful for so many things, but most importantly, for God, family, and friends. We wouldn’t have had such a great year without the grace of God and the support of those around us. We have some very exciting things happening within the business that we’ll be sharing with all of you soon. As we start to gear up for 2014, we’ll be announcing many of these new initiatives, so stay tuned! Today, though, it’s all about giving thanks and being grateful for everything God has blessed us … Read more
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NeverWet: New Liquid-Repelling Product at the Home Depot
Imagine your crisp, white business shirt and your $5 cup of coffee coming together in a collision that would be considered by most, catastrophic. But, imagine this time that white shirt, black coffee and collision equals no evidence. Not a drop. It’s not a magic trick, but it is possible with the application of a product called NeverWet, a new superhydrophobic spray by Rust-Oleum which has been proven to repel water when applied to various materials. NeverWet was an accidental invention. Originally created in 2008, NeverWet was first created as a way to prevent steel corrosion. After the research team … Read more
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Choosing a Reputable Contractor After a Flood
Heavy rains pounded the Louisville area recently, bringing a multitude of issues for homeowners and local residents who suffered flooding and were left with water damage. If you are left in the wake of clean up and repair, chances are you are looking for a reputable professional to help. In order to avoid the shady repairman who is not licensed and could possibly skip town before your repair work is done, the BBB offers the following tips for homeowners who may be facing major repairs. Make sure to verify that the contractor you select is licensed and insured. Verify the … Read more
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The 2013 Louisville Home & Design Show is Coming Soon
Vendors, designers, and home owners can converge later this month to discover a multitude of creative home innovations and learn from the experts some of the most helpful tips in home decorating and tackling a renovation project. The Louisville Home & Design Show, presented by Window World, will be held: Saturday, October 19 9 AM – 7 PM Sunday, October 20 11 AM – 4 PM Ramada Plaza 9700 Bluegrass Pkwy Louisville, KY 40299 Over 100 vendors will be showcased, with themes featuring interior design concepts, fall lawn and garden care, holiday decorating, and remodeling. The event is FREE to … Read more
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Selecting a Louisville Custom Home Plan
When you choose a custom home builder, the array of possibilities are endless. Deciding to build a custom home allows you to select everything from door knobs to interior layout. Although there are many variations within each style of home, the first selection you will make is choosing which style or house plan you want. Here is a list of five of the most commonly built house plans and some of their basic features. Use this as a guide when dreaming about your ideal home: Traditional Ranch The traditional ranch-style home usually includes a simple floor plan with an attached … Read more
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Building Opportunities for Louisville’s Diverse Lifestyles
Take a step outside your front door in the Louisville area and you can experience everything from complete scenic serenity to a lifestyle loaded with social options within walking distance. Opportunities abound from the traditional to the eclectic way of living. Because of Louisville’s diverse lifestyle opportunities, HGTV’s frontdoor.com recently spotlighted a few of Louisville’s more noted communities and what they have to offer for prospective home buyers. Here are a few of the neighborhoods they targeted: EAST Crescent Hill Developed in the late 1800s, railroad tracks were first laid at this time along Frankfort Avenue to connect Louisville and … Read more
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Boom Continues in Multifamily Housing
While job growth and home values were not booming in an upward direction last year, home construction of multifamily units with five or more units leaped 56 and 38% respectively according to NAHB estimates. While most sectors in real estate are struggling to return to prior levels, the multifamily/apartment market continues to show solid performance. Here are three trends that have spurred this growth. Demand continues to increase The decline in the housing market affected demand. Many homeowners experienced foreclosure, were delinquent on mortgage payments, or found they owed more on their mortgage than their home was worth. Regulations from lenders … Read more
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Louisville Custom Home Building: Industry Update
Well this year has been a big year for remodeling! The good news is that the remodeling projects this year have been larger than in years past. So instead of basement finishes, porch additions, and covered decks— which we love doing, by the way— this year has had its share of larger kitchen and bath remodels and even large room additions. Maybe this a sign that things are picking up. Right now we have a new custom home going (we just poured the footers) in Shelby County, and we have several other homes we’re bidding. Another trend we’re seeing here … Read more
