Home & Family News

Client of the MonthMay/June 2010

Frey Construction and

Home Improvement, LLC

608.643.7914

In This Issue:Summer Safety

Speed Clean Your Kitchen

Eco-FriendlySummer Activities

15 Year Anniversary Celebration : June 11th!

After we replaced their roofing and siding in 2007, Dan & Diane Williamson knew just who to call when it came time for some in-terior remodeling projects on their house! They were so delighted with the work we had done that there was no question we could do a TERRIFIC job with their kitchen and bathroom as well! Scott & Jenn met with the Williamson’s to discuss ideas for these projects and it didn’t take long to nar-row down plans for each of these spaces.

Overall, the layout in the bathroom would remain the same, but the exist-ing tub/shower combo would be replaced with a walk-in shower, complete with body sprays and a hand held shower. They also wanted their vanity switched from two sinks to just one. But let’s not forget

all the fun parts of a new bathroom –custom tile sur-round in the shower with a coordinating luxury vinyl floor and a “Granite Series” cultured marble top!

For the kitchen, Dan and Di-ane were open to changing the overall layout, which al-ways makes it more exciting for us! We decided to close off a small opening at one end of their kitchen to al-low for a full u-shaped lay-out and then widen the opening into the living room at the other end. We also added a break-fast bar and a built-in entertainment center to the new layout. Perhaps the most amazing change to the space is the addi-

tion of a new full lite door, along with two side lites, which was put in place of a window – it’s lets in a ton of natural light

and provides a great view of the beautiful back yard! For flooring, we extended the laminate through their dining room, but put luxury vinyl down in the kitchen area – for super easy clean up!

Dan & Diane are very pleased with the latest re-modeling projects we com-pleted for them – they must be, since they asked us back to replace all of their windows, which is currently underway!

dan & Diane Williamson

www.freyconstruction.com

before AFTER

1995

20

10

15 &quick painless years

Thank you for

Friday, June 11th4:00 pm - Dusk

Sauk Prairie VFW Park

food, games, and fireworks fun for the whole family

Open to the Public

We would like to extend a special thank you out to McFarlanes’ of Sauk City for being our corporate sponsor

for our 15 Year Anniversary Celebration

Let’s celebrate!Let’s celebrate!

YOUR HELP IS NEEDED! Because we can't really shout from the roof tops - we're too busy installing them! We want to paint the town "Frey" and we need your help!

We are asking to "borrow" a little piece of your front lawn for 30 days or so, to put up a small step-in sign announcing our "15 Quick and Painless Years" serving our valued clients!

Would you be willing to allow us to put a small sign in your yard for 30 days? We will deliver the signs and place them in your yard, if you could just leave it in your yard for 30 days, our gratitude will be forever yours. After the 30 days are up, you can disposed of the sign, reuse

it (they make great garage sale signs), or if you want, you could frame it and hang it in your house! (In other words, you can do with it as you please!)

All we need you to do is call our office (608) 643.7914 and let us know that we have your permission, or email our Marketing Director, aimee@freyconstruction.com

We would like to welcome our new sales consultant, Matt Petersen to our team. Matt comes to Frey with over 10 years of experience in the construction field and is excited to join the Frey team and use his construction knowledge to help our clients in their home improvement projects.

Matt lives in Deerfield with his wife Crystal. In his spare time, Matt likes to spend time with his family and friends, grilling out and playing horseshoes.

We are excited to have Matt on our team and he looks forward to working with our amazing clients!

The Frey Team is GROWING....meet Matt Petersen, our new Sales Consultant

Avoiding heat stress- When heat and humidity are high, limit the intensity of outdoor activi-ties.- Stay in the shade whenever possible. Limit sun exposure during peak hours (between 10 am and 4 pm). - Wear a hat, sunglasses, and light-colored cotton clothing with a tight weave. - During activity, take frequent hydration breaks. Keep extra water handy. - Know the signs of heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. If you experience symptoms of heat cramps or heat exhaustion, which include cramps, sweating, dizziness, faintness, or weakness, cease activity, drink cold water, and rest with your feet elevated. Symptoms of heatstroke in-clude inability to sweat, delirium, flushed skin and fever, or unconscious-ness. - If you suspect heatstroke, call 911 immediately.

Keeping safe in the water- Keep rescue equipment and a portable telephone near the pool.- Never leave children unsupervised in or near water. At the beach, never swim alone, and swim near a lifeguard. Swim only during daylight hours. - Swim sober.- Enroll your children (ages 4 and up) in swimming lessons. Near water, keep toddlers and infants within an arm's length at all times.

Avoiding problem plants - Learn to recognize poison ivy, oak, and sumac, and be sure to avoid them. “Leaflets of three; beware of me."- If you’ll be working near poison plants, wear long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wash tools that may have come into contact with poison ivy. (Rashes from poison ivy are caused by urushiol oil, a substance pro-duced by the plant. The rash cannot spread from person to person but can be picked up from any oil that gets onto clothing, tools, shoes, or pets.) - If you come in contact with poison ivy, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water as soon as possible. Remove and launder clothing immediately. If you get a rash, oatmeal baths and calamine lotion can relieve itching. In severe cases, prescription-strength treatment may be needed.

SAFETYSAFETYSummerSummer is here—warm weather, no school,family vacations, swimming at the pool, enjoying the out-doors. Keep your family safe and healthy this sum-mer with these tips:

Frey Construction is a Lead Safe Company

Do you live in a home built prior to 1978? If so, please read on. After nearly 20 years and multiple attempts, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has suc-ceeded in enacting a law regarding lead based paint as it pertains to remodeling or general repair work done by

us, your contractor.

Effective April 22, 2010, the rule becomes effective and all firms performing projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, apartments, child care facilities and schools built before 1978 must be certified, and indi-vidual renovators must be trained by an EPA-accredited training provider. Firms and renovators must follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination.

What does this really mean to you, an owner of a home built pre-1978? It means that with any repair or re-model work, we, as your contractor, likely will have to go through many additional steps such as air seal-ing all work areas, utilizing HEPA filtration and double layered containment, wet wiping all surfaces, working in Tyvek hazmat suits, following special removal and

disposal requirements, etc.

So now what if I am an owner and want to remodel? Rest assured we have it covered. Frey Construction has taken every step to see that our crew and our company is certified and compliant. We have undergone exten-sive training and have put all legally required measure-ments in place to be able to provide you with the same exceptional service and solution for your remodeling/

building needs.

If you know of anyone renovating a pre-1978 home, please have them contact us. We will be glad to help.

Frey Construction and Home Improvement, LLCis proud to announce that we are

certified under ch. HFS 163, Wis. Adm. Code as aLead Safe Company

Every DayWipe down the sink after do-ing the dishes or loading the dishwasher (30 seconds).Wipe down the stove top (one minute).Wipe down the counters (one minute).Sweep, Swiffer, or vacuum the floor (two minutes).

Every WeekMop the floor (five minutes).Wipe the cabinets, backsplashes, and appliances (10 minutes).Wash the dish rack (four minutes).Wipe the switch plates and phone (one minute).Wipe the inside of the garbage can (one minute).

Every SeasonEmpty and scrub down the inside of the refrigerator (30 minutes).Empty and clean the insides of the utensil drawers (15 minutes).Scrub down the cupboard exteriors (30 minutes).Clean the stove-hood filter (10 minutes)Perform Shiny Sink 101

Shiny Sink 1011. Fill sink to the rim with very hot water; add one cup regular bleach. Soak for one hour.2. Drain and rinse thoroughly.3. Scrub with Ajax, Bon Ami, or baking soda.4. Be sure to rinse thoroughly.5. Shine with Windex or another glass-cleaning spray. Dry thoroughly.

A sparkling sink becomes your kitchen's benchmark for hygiene and tidiness, inspiring you to load the dishwasher immediately and keep counters, refrigerator doors, and the stove top spick-and-span, too.

Speed Clean Your Kitchen

Summer adventures and eco-friendly outings offer a great opportunity to involve children in caring about the environment. Here are eight green summer activities you can enjoy with your children — from beach and museum going to seeing your own backyard in a whole new light, kids will relish making these summer memories while learning more about Mother Nature.1. Local Farms: Visiting a local farm is a great way to show your children how food is grown and harvested. They can see which fruits and veggies grow in your area and they may also interact with and learn more about farm animals. Some farms offer classes that allow kids to milk a cow, collect eggs from hens, feed the goats and sheep and ride a horse. You could also visit a fruit farm such as a strawberry patch, and spend the day picking your own berries.2. Nature and Science Museums: Many local nature and science museums feature exhibits that allow children to see, touch and interact with fascinating subjects. You can also check out an IMAX movie with a nature theme to give kids a grandiose view and insight into the environment.3. Zoo: Your zoo may offer a junior zookeeper program where your child can learn about caring for the animals while learn-ing about their natural habitats and any threats that they face.4. Library: Your local library is stocked with information about the environment that your children will love. Check out issues of Ranger Rick and National Geographic Kids.5. Botanical Gardens: Visit your local Botanical Gardens and learn about native plants, trees and flowers. Many offer classes and have ample space for an outdoor picnic. While you are there, look closely for bugs and birds.6. Hike and Swim: Explore a natural trail in your area. Let the kids look in nooks and crannies and climb on the rocks. Pack a lunch and enjoy it next to a watering hole where the kids can take a swim.7. Hit the Beach: Slather some sunblock on your kids and top them off with a great summer hat, then enjoy the waves, build sand castles or bury each other in the sand. The beach is certainly one of nature’s best forms of entertainment. 8. Your Own Backyard: Take a walk around your neighborhood or local park. Prepare a nature scavenger hunt for the kids. Write down several items on a piece of paper, give them each a bucket to collect the items found on the list, such as a leaf, rock, flower, feather, etc. This is tons of fun and gets them looking for items they may have otherwise overlooked.

Eco-Friendly Summer Activities

Chicken Divine LasagnaIngredients:8 lasagna noodles 4 skinless, boneless chicken breastsseasoned salt, to taste ground black pepper, to taste 8 oz. shredded Swiss cheese 2 (10.5 oz.) cream of chicken soup10 oz. chicken broth 2 tsp crushed dried rosemary(8 oz.) frozen broccoli, thawed and drained 1 (10.75 oz.) cream of mushroom soupDirections: Cook lasagna noodles. Season chicken breasts with seasoned salt and pepper, and cook through. Cut chicken into bite-size cubes. Preheat oven to 350. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. In a bowl, mix the remaining ingredients until well combined. To assemble, spread 1/3 of the soup mixture over the bottom of the prepared baking dish, and lay 4 lasa-gna noodles over the soup, overlapping the noodles slightly. Top the noodles with half the chicken-broccoli mixture. Spoon 1/3 of the soup mixture over the chicken and broccoli, then top with the remaining lasagna noodles. Finish with a layer of the remaining chicken-broccoli mixture and the remaining 1/3 of the soup mixture. Cov-er the dish with foil. Bake 50 - 60 min. Let stand for 10 min. before serving.

We Would LIke to Welcomethe Newest Additions toOur Remodeling Family

If you have a favorite recipe that you would like featured in our newsletter, e-mail it to: aimee@freyconstruction.com or mail it to:

530 Park Avenue, Prairie du Sac, WI 53578

Famous BirthdaysMorgan Freeman, Actor - 6.1.1937

George Bush, 41st U.S. President - 6.12.1924Paula Abdul, Singer/Dancer - 6.19.1962

Meryl Streep, Actress - 6.22.1949Pat Morita, Mr. Miyagi - Karate Kid - 6.28.1932Michael Phelps, Olympic Swimmer - 6.30.1985

Employee BirthdaysCasey Schmitz, Roofing Foreman -

Happy Birthday on June 6th!

Employee AnniversariesJenn Breunig, Remodeling Consultant - 5 yrs on the 8th

John Onsager, Roofing Installer - 3 yrs on the 12thCarl Wagner, Seasonal Installer - 4 yrs on the 12th

**Diane Schulz, MadisonShawn & Kim Higgins, Reedsburg

Sara Pivovar & Carl Nelson, MadisonRalph Malec, Fitchburg

Brock Binkowski & Brooke Milde, Sauk CityScott & Nicole Bruer, Reedsburg

**Arletta Bare, Prairie du SacJim and Lori Straka, Plain

Jeremy & Elizabeth Jaskunas, MadisonSusan Salvo, Deerfield

Tresha Bowers, Waunakee**Daniel & Diane Williamson, Columbus

Betty and Brian Spicer, PardeevilleCindy & Rob Fawver, Fitchburg

Gary & Georgia Hammersley, Waunakee**Lowell and Barbara Mays, Madison

**Jay Yahn, MadisonBarbara & Robert Johnson, Madison

Kathryn and Dustin Eilert, MazomanieBrenda & John Hagman, Cross Plains

Greg VanHaren, Sun PrairieCyrena and Tye Cook, Madison

June & Joel Beebe, Prairie du Sac**Blaine Meyer, Mauston

Sara Pivovar & Carl Nelson, MadisonEarl and Rachel Wirth, Pardeeville

Maryjean Copeland, MadisonDee and Bob Van Rens, Prairie du Sac

Afan & Ritu Ottenheimer, MadisonCarol and Chad Grob, Cross Plains

Sharon Maffei, BarabooJoyce Steensrud, Prairie du Sac

Sara Sommer, MadisonBrenda Stolzenburg, Madison

Mark Jonas, PortageTom Smith, Fitchburg

Judy Hughes & Steve Thiele, MadisonAndrea & Dan Langan, Portage

Rob Bisenius, MadisonAnna Fishlove, Madison

Ray and Rosalia Boerke, MadisonTom Alfini, Spring Green

Marti Wilson, MadisonDan and Faye Patzner, Prairie du Sac

**Ken Myer, Cedarberry Inn, Sauk City**John and Nancy Appleyard, Sauk City

Jim Schernecker, ReedsburgWally and Pat Miller, Waunakee

**Florence Sprecher, Prairie du Sac**Kevin and Sandy Meise, Plain

Bob Paulson, Stoughton**Shirley and Jerry Thompson, Lodi**Jason & Joy Frazier, Spring Green

**Linda and Danny Dupree, Sauk City**Indicates Past Client

Frey Construction strives to do its part in helping the environment...that's why we've decided to offer our

newsletter via e-mail!

If you'd like to receive our newsletter via e-mail rather than receiving it through the mail, please let us know by either: calling our office at

(608) 643.7914 or you can e-mail us at: info@freyconstruction.com

Master Gardening Tipsfrom Master Gardener, Jerry BakerTomato Blight Buster: Mix 3 cups compost, 1/2 cup powdered nonfat milk, 1/2 cup Epsom sale and 1 tbsp. of baking soda. Sprinkle a handful of the misture into each planting hole. For additional disease defense, sprinkle a little more powdered milk on top of the soil after planting, and repeat every few weeks throughout the growing season.Flowering Shrubs Not Flowering? Pour a mixture of 1 cup apple juice, 2 tbsp. of Epsom sale per 1 gallon of warm water into the cuts in the soil around each bush.Liven Up Potted Perennials! Add one shot of bourbon, scotch, vodka or gin and 1 tbsp. of dishwashing liquid per gallon of water. Use this formula in place of ordinary water.Liquid Refreshments for your Plants! Whenever you change the water in your fish tank, or toss a floral arrangement onto the compost pile, don't send the used water down the drain; you'll be wasting lots of health-giving nutrients. Ditto for the water you've used to cook eggs, vegetables, or pasta, or to rinse out glasses, bottles or cans that held: beer, whiskey, coffee, soda, juice, tea, milk or wine.

aimee demerath | nth degree real estateaimee@nthdegreeteam.com | 608.643.0227

nth degreeR E A L E S T A T E

Doug Brunner | Owner(608) 237-2148 Fax(608) 438-5144 Cell

www.madeintheshadeWI.com(608) 798-0077

Name Brands for Less | Shop-at-Home Convenience Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®

State Farm®

Providing Insurance and Financial Services

Jim Marsden, CLUAgentBox 100, 604 Water StreetPrairie du Sac, WI 53578

608 643 8528 Toll Free 866 643 0034

MEMBER FDIC

Things are better at home

555 Park Avenue. Prairie du Sac608.643.3393. www.bankpds.com

Decisions & Servicing in your own backyard

Financing for all your home improvement needs

MEMBER FDIC

Things are better at home

555 Park Avenue. Prairie du Sac608.643.3393. www.bankpds.com

Decisions & Servicing in your own backyard

Financing for all your home improvement needs

Redeem this coupon for one month of

karate classes AND a uniform for

just $9.95!!

Sauk Prairie 643-5450

Lodi 592-4800Waunakee 212-4935DeForest 846-0404

madison west side | 1,300 sq. ft condo$159,900 - make an offer!

lots of updates | great location!$189,900 - completely updated!

like new | views of lake wisconsin$219,900 - new price!