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Jalapeno Paint Werx Blog About Painting in Naperville and Beyond
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Wallpaper Removal & Skim Coating in Wheaton |
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On Friday, August 13, 2010 we will begin a large project at Crossway Publishing in Wheaton, Il. The crews at Jalapeno will be removing wallpaper, priming and skim coating the walls, replacing any damaged drywall and painting the offices and common areas. We are excited to partner with Crossway on their project! Check them out here! If you have a drywall repair or wallpaper removal project hanging over you give us a call!  |
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PROVENA MERCY MEDICAL CENTER TO RECEIVE $5,000 IN PAINTING SERVICES! |
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The Child and Adolescent Unit in Behavioral Health Services on the campus of Provena Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL, will soon have a brand-new look, thanks to Jalapeno Paint Werx. Jalapeno has named Provena Mercy Medical Center the recipient of their $5,000 Charity Paint Giveaway. An annual charity project, Jalapeno Paint Werx accepts nominations for deserving families or nonprofit organizations in need of painting services, then selects one of them to receive $5,000 in free paint, labor and materials. The project was started by Jalapeno founders, Tom Reber and Bruce Watson. “We chose Mercy for our giveaway because of their mission to serve the community – and the sincerity in which they carry this out,” said Laura Watson, Resource Manager for Jalapeno Paint Werx. “When we were invited to be a part of the “Meet the Physicians” evening last November, we were impressed by how everyone - doctors, nurses, the staff - is dedicated to providing medical care to anyone in need regardless of their lot in life. It was absolutely inspiring and we wanted to be a part of this in some way.” The $5,000 Charity Giveaway will take place on Monday, July 19, 2010. |
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What Year Was Your Home Built? |
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New EPA Lead-Safe Laws Could Effect Your Next Home Improvement Project!
 This "e-blast" is a little longer than most we have done, but JALAPENO wants to keep you informed on important changes in the law that may effect your next home project. If you don't want to read about it right now, scroll down to view our current discount specials and come back later for the EPA info!
Lead in paint can be a hidden, very dangerous threat to many. April 22, 2010 is the date that changed everything in home renovation for contractors. This is the date that the new EPA law went into effect regarding lead. All pre-1978 homes have the potential to have lead paint present. Exposure to high levels of lead can be particularly damaging to children whose nervous systems are still developing and to pregnant women, whose unborn children are growing. On April 22, 2010, new federal laws have required all contractors "performing renovation, repair or painting projects that disturb lead based paint...to be certified and to follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination."
Contractors today must jump through numerous hurdles to guarantee that they are meeting the rigorous safety standards when working with lead paint in homes, businesses and child related facilities. The EPA has estimated the additional cost per contract will only be $36.00. Unfortunately this is far from accurate; the cost of working on pre-1978 homes where lead is present will greatly increase the cost to the homeowner. While the EPA has greatly underestimated the cost, the safety concerns they have are very legitimate.
The process is to educate the homeowner. A contractor is required to give the homeowner or property owner the new EPA "Renovate Right" pamphlet. Then there is testing with a lead paint test kit. The contractor will slice an area of paint and swab the area with the tester. It will immediately tell you if there are levels of unsafe lead present. When the work is being done it is all about containing the dust, chips, and potentially hazardous material. The containment process is the most critical part of the process, as it is directly related to property owners exposure.
This new law is all the more reason to check out any contractor that you are hiring. Do your homework on the companies you hire, the internet provides a wealth of information on them. If you have a pre-1978 home, the contractor must be certified. Ask them to show you their certification, as they are required to show it. If they are not certified then thank them for their time, and move on to a contractor that is. Due to the cost to become certified, many contractors are avoiding the new regulations. It is critical for your protection that the contractor is in compliance, and it is the law. Feel free to call the staff at JALAPENO for answers to your questions concerning this new law. JALAPENO is is already a certified lead paint renovator. Lic. # NAT-25334-1 |
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Exterior Painting in the Naperville Area |
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 It's that time of year again! We are now doing FREE ESTIMATES for exterior painting in the Naperville and surrounding areas. Benjamin Moore has also introduced a new exterior stain called ARBORCOAT! Check it our HERE. If we can help you paint your home or refinish your deck feel free to contact us at 630-527-1829 or click HERE to schedule your estimate online. |
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Naperville's Hottest Painting Company: Standard Services |
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If you are looking for a high quality painting company in the Naperville, Aurora, Wheaton and Geneva areas, Jalapeno has some great services that are always standard with your interior or exterior painting project. Most painting companies show up and simply put paint on your home. When you partner with Jalapeno you will always get: - Free Color Consultations with our trained Designers
- Background checked employees, NO SUBS!
- Promised start and completions dates for your painting project
We work hard to make you feel secure in your decision to partner with us! To schedule your FREE Estimate online simply click HERE! |
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"If you build it they will come." |
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Here are some great comments from a client in Naperville who had us in to do some interior painting! She posted this on Angie's List. "The job was done in a very professional manner, from estimate to completion. The owner visited for an estimate with a detailed contract signed before the job was scheduled. Scheduling was quick and easy. A crew leader comes the day before work begins to look at the job and confirm paint color and start time. Workers were on time, polite, and as nonintrusive to my home life as possible. They were VERY careful to use a lot of coverings to protect my home from paint drips and splatter. They did a very nice job, and I am not someone who is easily pleased." |
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Decorate Your Home for the Holiday's |
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Are you ready for your Holiday guests? If your Naperville Area home or business could use some TLC give us a call! Jalapeno still has some openings for your interior painting project in 2009! Whether you need the Guest Bedroom repainted or some drywall cracking patched, we make it easy with our online Job Scheduling! Just click HERE and you can schedule a Jalapeno NOW, our painter for the day for smaller projects or click HERE if you have a larger, multi-room project and schedule a time for your free interior painting estimate! 
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‘A JALAPENO CHRISTMAS’-JALAPENO PAINT WERX $5000 PAINT CHARITY GIVEAWAY |
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Jalapeno Paint Werx, Inc. announces its second $5,000 Charity Paint Giveaway Event - A Jalapeno Christmas. Nominations are now being accepted for deserving area families or nonprofit organizations in need of painting services. The 2008 Naperville Area Chamber of commerce Small Business of the Year Award Winner (5 under 5), will select one recipient, based on need, to receive $5,000 in free paint, labor and materials.
A Jalapeno Christmas was started by Jalapeno founders, Tom Reber & Bruce Watson. Jalapeno Paint Werx employees will consider all nominations submitted and then vote on the family or organization they feel is most deserving.
2009 has been a tough financial year for many people – this is Jalapeno’s way of helping! Perhaps you know someone who is struggling due to a job loss, medical bills or other financial difficulties and a new coat of paint on their walls would lift their spirits. Jalapeno wants to know about that family. Maybe there’s a nonprofit organization that is doing fantastic things to help others, but their office space could use some spice and inspire them to continue their good work. Jalapeno wants to know about that organization. Jalapeno has been honored in the past to bring joy to others and meet the needs of previous winners and they look forward to doing it again this year.
Please submit nominations, including stories and/or pictures, to
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no later than December 4th, 2009. Additional information on this giveaway may be obtained by visiting their website at www.jalapenopaintwerx.com , by contacting Tom Reber at
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or by calling 630-527-1829. |
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Thinking of Remodeling your Kitchen? |
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This week we welcome Judy Baker-Blanks, CKD (The Kitchen Lady), to share some great tips when considering a kitchen remodeling project. Judy can be reached at: tkl design group 630-357-4940 www.tkldesigngroup.com
News from THE KITCHEN LADY The wonderful days of summer vacation are over for this year. The kids are back in school and we’re now back in the same old kitchen we’ve been planning to “do something about”. How do I start? What should I think about first? I know I don’t want to spend a fortune, and I’m afraid the “sticker shock” will be more than I can recover from. Here are three questions to consider when trying to decide if it’s time to remodel the kitchen. - Adequate space: Make sure your satisfied with the amount of counter space, cabinet space and floor space. The position of your refrigerator or shape of your counter may be taking away from a use full area.
- Traffic flow: If there’s more than one cook in your household, you may want to consider making room around the main work space. If you enjoy entertaining, you may want an open plan kitchen that allows for more social interaction between rooms other than the kitchen.
- Efficiency: If your appliances are dated, they may be costing you more money than you expect. New technological advances with dishwashers, disposals and refrigerators can save you a considerable amount of money and be worth the investment.
See you next month with more tips to consider when planning remodeling your kitchen….and bath. |
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