Julian Construction Helps Homeowners Reduce Energy Costs with Solar Roofing

LOS ANGELES – Julian Construction (www.julianconstruction.com), a Los Angeles-based construction company that specializes in foundation repair and construction, today announced the launch of a new solar roofing service to help homeowners reduce energy costs. The company now offers complete installation services for any type of solar roofing project, from single-sized solid panels to integrated lightweight solar systems.

“Installing a solar system can increase property value as well as save energy,” says Julian De La Torre, founder of Julian Construction. “Any homeowner that needs to re-roof should consider installing solar panels as one of their roofing options.”

Solar panels are used to convert sunlight into electricity, as well as protect a home from the elements. There are dozens of manufacturers nationwide that produce photovoltaic solar panels for both homes and businesses. Depending on the system, panels can last up to 30 years with minimal maintenance.

The California Energy Commission offers solar panel installation rebates as part of a joint solar initiative with the Department of Public Utilities. California currently leads the nation with over 75,000 completed solar projects. The state’s Go Solar California website (http://www.gosolarcalifornia.ca.gov/) offers valuable information and resources for property owners that want to save on their utility bills, have predictable utility costs and be protected against future utility cost increases. The site includes a list of online solar calculators (http://www.gosolarcalifornia.ca.gov/tools/calculators.php) that provide estimates of costs, paybacks, and electricity production for various systems. The goal of the state’s solar initiative is to make renewable energy an every day reality.

Homeowners can also save money on solar panel installation with Federal tax credits that provide up to 30% of the costs of a solar energy system with no upper limit. The tax credit, which expires December 31, 2016, is available for existing homes and new construction.

“Going solar is a smart decision for any homeowner that wants to save money, help reduce pollution in the environment and have a never-ending source of energy,” says Julian.

Julian De La Torre has been doing earthquake retrofitting since the early 1990s and has personally worked on over 6,600 homes in Southern California. With this unmatched experience in the substructure areas of a home, Julian formed Julian Construction in 2001 with the goal of making safer homes, apartments and commercial properties throughout Southern California. His partner Shawn Kyles has inspected over 15,000 structures, working with both engineering firms and local departments of building and safety, and is an expert in foundation repair and house bolting. Julian Construction owns its own company and is built on a “no middlemen” model – no salesmen, no subcontractors. When you work with Julian Construction you get the principals of the company and workers of Julian Construction under your home.  The result is the highest quality work at affordable prices. They can be contacted by phone at 323 733-3377, by fax at 323 733-4477 or via their website, www.julianconstruction.com

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Julian Construction Offers 6 Tips to Prevent Earthquake Damage

LOS ANGELES – Since 1975, Southern Californians have experienced 11 strong to severe earthquakes resulting in billions of dollars in damage and numerous fatalities. Seismic scientists now predict that “The Big One”, a magnitude 6.7 or greater quake, could hit the region at any time over the next 30 years. Construction and foundation repair expert Julian De La Torre, founder of Julian Construction (www.julianconstruction.com) in Los Angeles, offers these 6 tips to help homeowners prevent damage during an earthquake:

1. House bolting – houses can shift off of their foundation during a quake. Foundation plates or anchor bolts should be used to increase and strengthen the connection between the wooden frame of a house and its concrete foundation.

2. Brace cripple walls – cripple walls (walls on some houses between the foundation and bottom floor of the house) can collapse during a quake, causing the home’s main floor to fall down on the foundation. Braces can be installed to prevent the walls from moving during an earthquake. Use hold down brackets as needed for additional support.

3. Bolt appliances – to prevent movement during a quake and any gas lines from breaking, bolt appliances to the wall and/or ground.

4. Bolt china cabinets – bolt large furniture like china cabinets and bookcases to wall studs to prevent them from falling over. Also move any heavy objects in cabinets and cases to lower shelves.

5. Bolt cabinets – install bolts or latches on cabinets to prevent items from falling out during a quake

6. Strap heaters – water heaters should always be strapped to wall studs to prevent tipping and gas line breakage. They are also a good source of water following a severe quake and should be secured to prevent holes or leakage.

Julian recommends homeowners contact an experienced retrofitter who can conduct a thorough inspection of the property and provide valuable advice on house bolting and other types of earthquake retrofitting. “A trained professional will know exactly what is needed to properly retrofit a home to prevent damage and physical injury during seismic activity,” says Julian.

Julian De La Torre has been doing earthquake retrofitting since the early 1990s and has personally worked on over 6,600 homes in Southern California. With this unmatched experience in the substructure areas of a home, Julian formed Julian Construction in 2001 with the goal of making safer homes, apartments and commercial properties throughout Southern California. His partner Shawn Kyles has inspected over 15,000 structures, working with both engineering firms and local departments of building and safety, and is an expert in foundation repair and house bolting. Julian Construction owns its own company and is built on a “no middlemen” model – no salesmen, no subcontractors. When you work with Julian Construction you get the principals of the company and workers of Julian Construction under your home. The result is the highest quality work at affordable prices. They can be contacted by phone at 323 733-3377, by fax at 323 733-4477 or via their website, www.julianconstruction.com

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Malone Editorial Services Announces Release of “Swiss Chocolate” by James Weil

DALLAS - Award-winning book author and editor Susan Mary Malone of Malone Editorial Services (http://www.maloneeditorial.com), today announced the release of “Swiss Chocolate” by author James Weil. Malone Editorial Services developmentally edited Weil’s manuscript, which has been published by Dailey Swan Publishing. The book is a fictionalized memoir of the writer’s boyhood days in a Swiss boarding school.

“I wrote Swiss Chocolate off the top of my head for nine months solid out of utter despair,” says Weil. “Out of it came 600 pages of pain and anguish, but underneath all of that outpouring of emotion was truly a great story. Susan Malone gave me a brilliant critique, honed the essential aspects of the story and helped me flush out the characters. She is a truly gifted editor, and now my book has been published.”

Malone considers herself more than just a proofreader or grammar editor. “I call myself a developmental editor because I dive right into character and story development, which are areas that usually need work with a brand new writer,” says Malone. She is thrilled about the release of Weil’s first book, which she says is an amazing accomplishment and milestone for a new author.

“Susan provided tremendous encouragement and wonderful critiques as I painfully worked through the rewrites,” says Weil. “She taught me some of the most essential skills about good story telling. Her help has made a permanent impact on my writing.”

Malone's professional background includes working as an editor, columnist and reporter for newspapers and magazines. She is the author of By the Book , BodySculpting: The Weisbeck Way, Fourth and Long and Five Keys to Understanding Men.

Malone Editorial Services offers a comprehensive developmental editing package for fiction & non-fiction manuscripts. Over 40 edited books have recently sold to traditional publishers. Clients include NY Times Bestselling author Mary B. Morrison, and Essence Bestselling author Naleighna Kai. Other notable edited books include: The Things I Could Tell You by Jeremy Woodson (nominated for an NAACP Literary Award); O'Brien's Desk (a Publishers Weekly Spring Pick to Watch); Ida Mae Tutweiler and the Traveling Tea Party (made into a Hallmark film), among many others.

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Aero & Marine Tax Professionals Obtains Sales Tax Exemption for Photography Company

Photographer Gets Sales Tax Exemption for Airplane Purchase

SACRAMENTO, CA: Aero & Marine Tax Professionals (http://www.aeromarinetaxpros.com) has obtained a sales and use tax exemption from the California Board of Equalization for their client, Kevin C., an owner of a northern California photography company, in regards to his purchase of a Beechcraft A36 Bonanza airplane.

Aero & Marine Tax Professionals are the pre-eminent experts in helping purchasers of aircraft and vessels to avoid paying sales and use tax in California.

Kevin C. said “We specialize in child & family photography, but once we got the airplane, we did two things – We were able to do some family & portrait shoots in more remote locations by meeting clients at their vacation destinations. We did a couple shoots in Tahoe, for instance. Then I was able to expand our business by doing more commercial photo shoots for businesses – they were aviation oriented businesses and I was able to fly to them, meet with them, do the photo shoots and get more business that way.”

“Having an airplane is kind of like a time machine. It has allowed us to meet with clients where there wouldn’t be time to do so otherwise. Tahoe, for instance, is at least a six hour drive on a good day. In the airplane, it's two hours. I was able to meet with clients in Arizona on a day trip that I couldn't have done otherwise. I would absolutely recommend Aero & Marine Tax Professionals for help in avoiding paying sales tax on an aircraft purchase,” concluded Kevin.

Thomas Alston, President of Aero & Marine Tax Professionals, stated “Despite the current financial crisis, the opportunities in the personal and business aircraft sector for tax savings is expanding. We have the knowledge, experience and expertise to help purchasers of aircraft in California to legally avoid paying aircraft tax.”

Aero & Marine Tax Professionals shows purchasers how to avoid sales tax, specifically how to avoid aircraft tax and vessel tax in California and to make certain the full value of their next aircraft, vehicle or vessel goes into their pocket--not the government's. They have successfully filed hundreds of tax returns with the California State Board of Equalization. Mr. Alston has also published many articles on sales and use tax.

 

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Aero & Marine Tax Professionals CEO Interviewed on US Air “Executive Reports”

Segment to Play on US Air Planes During January and February 2011

SACRAMENTO, CA: Tom Alston, CEO of Aero & Marine Tax Professionals, (http://www.aeromarinetaxpros.com), has been interviewed on the US Air “Executive Reports” show, which is aired on one of the channels available to passengers on US Air flights. The segment with Mr. Alston will air during January and February 2011.

Aero & Marine Tax Professionals offer consulting to those purchasing airplanes, vessels or large vehicles, helping purchasers to avoid paying sales and use tax in California. The company has worked with hundreds of businesses and individuals throughout California, helping them successfully find their way through the complicated rules and regulations of the California Board of Equalization.

The “Executive Reports” segment with Mr. Alston can be heard via a link on his company’s home page, and also on three video segments on YouTube, at the following addresses:

Thomas Alston stated “It’s definitely exciting to have our program featured on US Air’s ‘Executive Reports.’ We have worked with thousands of individuals and companies purchasing aircraft, helping them to avoid paying aircraft sales tax on their purchase. For clients who have followed our instructions to the letter, we have a 100% success rate. We urge people who are in the process of buying an aircraft or are considering it to contact us and get the facts on saving money.”

Aero & Marine Tax Professionals shows purchasers how to avoid California aircraft tax and to make certain the full value of their next aircraft, vehicle or vessel goes into their pocket--not the Government's. They have successfully filed hundreds of tax returns with the California State Board of Equalization. Mr. Alston has also published many articles on strategies for saving on sales and use tax.

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Boston Brick and Stone Announces Expansion of Landscape / Hardscape Division

Company Plans for Expansion in Spring When Homeowners Think of Improvements

LOS ANGELES-Boston Brick and Stone (http://www.bostonbrick.com), a Southern California leader in chimney inspections, chimney brick repair, brick restoration and landscape and hardscape design, today announced they are expanding their Landscape/Hardscape Division.

This time of year people in Southern California start to dream about the outdoors. They begin to make plans for the new driveway they have been putting off and adding the flagstone patio and BBQ for summer parties. Boston Brick and Stone has expanded its landscape/hardscape division to meet the demand for improving and expanding the outdoor dreams of Southern California’s home landscape.

Boston Brick and Stone’s strong reputation as experts in chimney and fireplace repair is based on technical expertise in all masonry skills and superior customer service “Our close attention to detail and our ability to duplicate exactly what the customer has in mind makes Boston Brick and Stone the best choice for any landscape’s hardscape needs,” says owner, Dave Laverdiere.

Founded in 1993 by Don Hall and now owned and operated by Dave Laverdiere, Boston Brick & Stone is a business that has become a trusted name in chimney inspections and hardscape design amongst Southern California homeowners and real estate agents. The company has been a featured contractor on HGTV’s “Landscaper’s Challenge” and on “Backyard Brigade.”

Located in Pasadena, Boston Brick & Stone serves all communities in Los Angeles County. For more information about Boston Brick and Stone, call 866-612-6786 (Toll-Free) or 626-296-7700 (Local). You can also visit the company’s website at www.bostonbrick.com. Masonry License (C-29); General Builder (B) #783578.

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