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LED Lights

LED lights can be a large initial investment, but your return on investment is worth it! For example, we currently have a customer who is investing $15,000 in new LED parking lot lighting, with an average usage of 12 hours of runtime per night the return time on the $15,000 investment is approximately 2-1/2 years.  With a 5 year warrantee and a 50,000 hr. bulb life there is virtually no maintenance for 12 years.

LED lighting is great for homeowners as well. They can be used for bulbs, can lights and fluorescent lights. The retrofit to LED lighting is an easy way to save money and help the environment. Call us with any questions and allow us to show you examples of LED lighting.

2012 Casino Night

Once again Progressive Builders, Inc. is sponsoring the Yorba Linda Chamber of Commerce “Casino Night”!  Friday, February 17th, 7pm-11pm at the Yorba Linda Community Center, located at 4501 Casa Loma Avenue, Yorba Linda, CA.  Pre-sale tickets can be purchased from Progressive Builders and are $35 per person (includes $200 in chips).  Call our office for tickets and more information – 714-577-6925.

NEED SOME EXTRA CASH?

We know our work speaks for itself, but we love when past clients speak for us, also! This year we’re giving away $200.00 Visa gift cards through the end of December for your referral that turns into a contract with Progressive Builders.

*Restrictions apply; call 714-577-6925 for details.

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How Do You Find the Right Licensed Contractor?

When looking for a contractor, here are some tips straight from the Department of Consumer Affairs Contractors State License Board:

1. Make sure the contractor is licensed. You can check the status by checking online at (www.cslb.ca.gov) or by calling 1-800-321-CSLB (2752).
2. A responsible and informed consumer can work more effectively with reputable contractors, and can avoid being victimized by unlicensed operators.
3. Get at least 3 written bids on your project and make sure you’re comparing bids based on identical plans, specifications, and scope of work.  Do not automatically accept the lowest bid. In fact, you should be aware of any bid that is substantially lower than the others. It probably indicates that the contractor made a mistake or is not including all the work quoted by his competitors. You may be headed for a dispute with your contractor if you accept an abnormally low bid. It is also possible that this contractor will cut corners or do substandard work in order to make a profit on the job.
4. An unlicensed operator may give you a low bid, but the risks of possible financial and legal consequences you may face outweigh any benefits a lower bid may seem to offer.
5. Ask for personal recommendations: if your friends and family have had similar jobs completed and were satisfied with the results, chances are you will be, too. 
6. Verify the contractor’s business location and telephone number. A contractor who operates out of the back of a pick-up truck with a cellular phone may be difficult to find to complete a job or fix something that has gone wrong after the last bill is paid. 
7. Verify the contractor’s Worker’s Compensation and Commercial Liability insurance coverage. 

Hopefully these tips will come in handy when you are looking for the right licensed contractor for your next project.

Feeling a Little Crowded? Add a New Room!

A room addition will not only expand your living space, it can also increase your property’s value.  When adding an additional room you must plan properly so you don’t exceed your budget.  Adding a room is not inexpensive, however, it is easier and cheaper than moving into a new home. Following are a few steps to consider when thinking about an addition:

• Determine your budget.  If you don’t have the cash on hand, a home equity line of credit is a great alternative.
• Plan the project.  What kind of space do you want; a sunroom, a den, an office?  Where is the best location for this room?
• Contact your local zoning office.  You need permission from the county zoning office to add a room. 
• Get quotes from three or four general contractors.  Adding a room is an extensive project; you’ll need someone to pour the foundation, build the frame and hang the sheetrock.  In addition, you’ll need a plumber, an electrician and possibly other subcontractors. It’s easiest to hire one general contractor to handle the details. They will coordinate the project and acquire the proper permits.
• Be present and keep copies of all signed documents.  Never pay full costs for a job up front – a contractor that asks you to pay 100% costs up front is not ethical and you should not use them.
• Sit back, relax and enjoy your new space!

Thank you to www.homedesignguide.com for these informative tips.

Incentives for Home Energy Upgrades

Through Energy Upgrade California, incentives of up to $4,000 are available to SCE customers with detached single-family homes who complete qualifying energy-saving home upgrade projects. With a variety of participation options, you can correct your home’s energy inefficiencies and reduce your monthly utility bills.*  For more information, visit their website at sce.com.