SEMINAR SCHEDULE
SEMINAR SCHEDULE
SPEAKER SCHEDULE
Seminars are FREE and don’t require advanced registration. Simply show up to any topics that sound interesting. Click here for a printable seminar schedule.
Friday | January 24
| Time | Title | Presenter | Company | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 PM | Easy Zero Entry Shower | Anthony Caracci & PJ Ender CLC | Degnan Design-Build-Remodel | Demonstration showing how a walk-in shower can replace a tub without substantial renovation. |
| 5 PM | Tying the Knot - What should you look for before hiring a general contractor | Wynn Davies CR | W.E. Davies & Sons Remodeling, Inc. | What should you look for before hiring a general contractor? Wynn breaks down key things to look for in the professional world of remodeling and how to stay clear of the wrong type of remodeler for you. |
Saturday | January 25
| Time | Title | Presenter | Company | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Do This, Not That: What Home Buyers Are Really Looking For | Spencer Schumacher | Spencer Real Estate Group | Expert tips from a realtor to get the most bang for your buck when it's time to sell. Find out which projects will attract future buyers the most, and increase your home value. | |
| 10:15 AM | Residential Solar and Your Home | Sam Dunaiski | RENEW Wisconsin | The price residential solar installations has dropped $75% in the last decade. Learn how solar electric systems can benefit your home environmentally and economically. | |
| 10:30 AM | Remodel with Confidence -What you need to Know Before Demolition | Joel Geissbuhler | Vive Home Transformations | We'll help you prioritize your wish list, solve common problems, prepare for as much as you can, and ensure your investment achieves an ROI, whether emotional, financial or both. | |
| 10:45 AM | The in's and out's of Keeping Your Basement Dry | John Gishnock III & Chad Speight CR | Formecology LLC & Chads Design Build | From exterior improvements to more complex indoor improvements, developing a sustainable remedy for wet basements starts with an outdoor- in and top down approach. | |
| 11:00 AM | More than a Deck | Abe Degnan | Degnan Design-Build-Remodel | How to choose between a screen porch 3 season room and a sunroom. | |
| 11:15 AM | How to plan your kitchen design | Jerry Walls & John Schneider | Property Revival LLC | What goes in the process, picking finishes and how to get the function and look you are trying to achieve. | |
| 11:30 AM | Challenges in deciding to proceed with a home remodel | Bill Quigley | Amerifirst Home Mortgage | One of the biggest challenges in deciding to proceed with a home remodel is determining where can you get the funds to complete the project that you really want? How can you finance your dream home renovations affordably? Amerifirst Home Mortgage has 6 different Home Renovation Mortgage Programs that are designed to help you realize your dream home easily and affordably. | |
| 11:45 AM | Home Energy Performance -Practical Tips | Torrance Kramer | Accurate-Airtight Exteriors LLC | Your home's performance can be one of your largest reoccurring monthly expenses. Learn Practical tips to reduce your home's energy consumption. All attendees receive a free energy savings gift bag. | |
| 12:00 PM | Trends for the Kitchen and Bath | Al Curran | Curran Cabinetry & Design LLC | A frank discussion of current trends in the kitchen and bath and what to expect in the near future. | |
| 12:15 PM | Love it or Level it…and Everything in between | Phil Simon & Dan Wanke | Michael F. Simon Builders | Looking for ideas of how to improve or renovate your home? Do you like the location, but want the house updated and refreshed? You can identify the wants and needs and we will help design and renovate your dream project. | |
| 12:30 PM | How Smart Tech is Changing Homes | Mitchell Sutton | Gerhard's Kitchen & Bath Store | Explore the future of smart technology that is making homes smarter and more efficient, from security monitoring and appliances to lighting and entertainment. | |
| 12:45 PM | Choosing the right composite decking for your project | Ted Grund | UFP-Janesville LLC | Learn the differences between WPC(wood plastic composites) decking products, PVC decking and alternative products, including new Eovations technology products. What are the key factors to consider when building a deck, including conception, design and use. | |
| 1:00 PM | Tying the Knot - What should you look for before hiring a general contractor | Wynn Davies CR | W.E. Davies & Sons Remodeling, Inc. | What should you look for before hiring a general contractor? Wynn breaks down key things to look for in the professional world of remodeling and how to stay clear of the wrong type of remodeler for you. | |
| 1:15 PM | Three Easy Steps to an Efficient Attic | Renee Wilson & Brian Auman | Rockweiler Insulation Inc. | Making your attic more efficient is more than just adding insulation. Discover how important upgrading your attic insulation is and which areas to focus on in order to maximize your home's energy performance. | |
| 1:30 PM | Universal Design: What is it & How to save money | Larry Taff MCR, GCP, UDCP, Dale Benjamin and Alan Kim | TZ of Madison & Benjamin Plumbing Inc. | Discussion with award winning general contractor, plumber and local attorney about how to improve your home and make it more usable and valuable. | |
| 1:45 PM | Happiness ROI | Tony Trapp CR | Tony Trapp Remodeling LLC | Learn about remodeling as an investment in happiness and how to make the remodeling choices that will bring you, and your family, the most happiness per dollar both during and after the remodeling process. | |
| 2:00 PM | Easy Zero Entry Shower | Anthony Caracci & PJ Ender CLC | Degnan Design-Build-Remodel | Demonstration Showing how a walk-in shower can replace a tub without substantial renovation. | |
| 2:15 PM | Exterior Spaces & Natural Stones – Expressions of Our Local Environment | John Gishnock III | Formecology LLC | Join John Gishnock III in exploring the exciting world of stonework. This discussion will focus on natural stone landscape features and their different functional, aesthetic emotional uses. | |
| 2:30 PM | How to choose the correct window for your project | Jason Hensler and Karl Beckman CR | Beckman Builders LLC & Marvin's | Today Karl and Jason will discuss different windows options and how to choose the best one for you. | |
| 2:45 PM | Careers in the Trades | NARI Members | Panel Discussion | Learn about the many great career opportunities in the remodeling industry. Most building trade positions do not require a 4 year college degree, and these careers offer satisfying, well-paying jobs. Madison College has one of the best programs to train aspiring remodelers. Come to the NARI Expo to learn about educational and career opportunities, from the professionals who do it. A Panel of contractors will be presenting information and answering questions. Admission to the EXPO is free for aspiring students and their families. | |
| 3:00 PM | Does This go with That? | Abe Degnan | Degnan Design-Build-Remodel | Designer discusses the process of choosing elements throughout your remodel reflecting balance and flow. | |
| 3:15 PM | Asbestos, lead and mold concerns during remodeling | Bob Stigsell | Advanced Health and Safety | Learn what building products may contain asbestos or lead, how to have them tested, and what the removal process involves. Discussion will also include information on vermiculite and mold. | |
| 3:30 PM | Kitchens & Bathrooms: Tips & Trends | Meg Radix | Heartland Building and Design | This upbeat, picture filled seminar covers current design trends, budget considerations and planning tips for your kitchen and bath remodeling projects. | |
| 3:45 PM | Best Bang for your Buck! | Wynn Davies CR | W.E. Davies & Sons Remodeling, Inc. | Talks about projects that are very common in todays world of remodeling, but what projects are actually the best value for your buck. Aesthetically appealing isn't always recouped in cost form when talking about home appraisal. |
Sunday | January 26
| Time | Title | Presenter | Company | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 AM | Decks/Screen rooms and the different material options | Karl Beckman CR | Beckman Builders LLC | In this seminar we will explore the different material, design and construction options for decks and screen rooms and will look at the pros and cons of those options. | |
| 11:30 AM | The in's and out's of Keeping Your Basement Dry | John Gishnock III & Chad Speight CR | Formecology LLC & Chads Design Build | From exterior improvements to more complex indoor improvements, developing a sustainable remedy for wet basements starts with an outdoor- in and top down approach. | |
| 11:45 AM | Best Bang for your Buck! | Wynn Davies CR | W.E. Davies & Sons Remodeling, Inc. | Talks about projects that are very common in todays world of remodeling, but what projects are actually the best value for your buck. Aesthetically appealing isn't always recouped in cost form when talking about home appraisal. | |
| 1:00 PM | More than a Deck | Abe Degnan | Degnan Design-Build-Remodel | How to choose between a screen porch 3 season room and a sunroom. | |
| 1:15 PM | Trends for the Kitchen and Bath | Al Curran | Curran Cabinetry & Design LLC | A frank discussion of current trends in the kitchen and bath and what to expect in the near future. | |
| 1:30 PM | Cabinet Quality and what to look for | Karl Beckman CR and John Foley | Beckman Builders LLC and Brunsell Lumber | Hoe can pricing for similar cabinet designs cost differently? We will examine different cabinet construction and space planning to determine how your choices can impact the cost of your project. | |
| 1:45 PM | Exterior Spaces & Natural Stones – Expressions of Our Local Environment | John Gishnock III | Formecology LLC | Join John Gishnock III in exploring the exciting world of stonework. This discussion will focus on natural stone landscape features and their different functional, aesthetic emotional uses. | |
| 2:00 PM | Tying the Knot - What should you look for before hiring a general contractor | Wynn Davies CR | W.E. Davies & Sons Remodeling, Inc. | What should you look for before hiring a general contractor? Wynn breaks down key things to look for in the professional world of remodeling and how to stay clear of the wrong type of remodeler for you. | |
| 2:15 PM | Careers in the Trades | NARI Members | PANEL DISCUSSION | Learn about the many great career opportunities in the remodeling industry. Most building trade positions do not require a 4 year college degree, and these careers offer satifying, well-paying jobs. Madison College has one of the best programs to train aspiring remodelers. Come to the NARI Expo to learn about educational and career opportunities, from the professionals who do it. A Panal of contractors will be presenting information and answering questions. Admission to the EXPO is free for aspiring students and their families. | |
| 2:30 PM | Does This Go with That? | Abe Degnan | Degnan Design-Build-Remodel | Designer discusses the process of choosing elements throughout your remodel reflecting balance and flow. |
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