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Manna Ribbon Cutting

Manna Project Ribbon Cutting

David McBride and Members of the Manna Project Board of Directors cut the Ribbon for the grand opening of the newly enlarged Manna Project Warehouse. The McBride Construction team along with all the sub trades that participated in this worthy project want to say thank you to the Manna Board of Directors and all of the donors that made this 4000 square foot addition possible. If you would like to support this worthy charity contact Kathy Hart at 231-347-8852.

Manna Food Project Expansion Begins

David McBride and the board of the Manna Food Project are proud to announce the beginning of construction on a 4300 square foot addition to the Manna Food Warehouse. Manna supplies food to 38 food banks in Emmet, Charlevoix and Antrim County. The additional space will double the size of their warehouse and help them distribute food much more efficiently in the communities they serve.

The McBride Construction team is proud to be the general contractor on this much needed expansion project for Manna. If you would like to donate to this worthy cause please contact the Manna Food Project director Kathy Hart @ 231 347-8852

McBride - Manna Food Project

David McBride pictured with the Manna board during the ground breaking ceremonies. (Photo by Christina Rohn)

Tips from McBride Construction, Inc. on Choosing Your Contractor

Before you sign a contract with any contractor, ask the following:

Contractor	McBRIDE
		Are you licensed in the State of Michigan? Get the license number; call the Contractors State License Board at 1-800-748-0432 to check for complaints.
		Are you a Certified Graduate Remodelor (C.G.R.)?
		Are you a Certified Graduate Builder (C.G.B.)?
		Are you insured for Workers Compensation and General Liability? Are your subcontractors insured?
		Will you provide complete written contract specification, a fixed price contract with start and stop dates and accurate working drawings?
		Do you have a warranty on your work? How promptly do you respond to warranty calls?
		Do you have a written change order policy for variations in the scope of work defined in the contract?
		Will you provide client references? Supplier references?
		Will you clean up the site daily?
		Is there someone in your office to take calls? Do your key people have "beepers"? Do you return your calls within 24 hours?
		Do you have a policy forbidding loud radio playing, smoking, drinking and drugs on the job?
		Will you obtain the necessary permits for my job?

What is the CGR Designation?

The Remodelors™ Council administers the Certified Graduate Remodelor™ designation, the most comprehensive professional designation program in the remodeling industry.

CGR stands for Professionalism, Experience and a Commitment to Quality.

Why is the CGR Designation important?

The Certified Graduate Remodelor (CGR) designation assures you that your remodelor:

Has met National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) prescribed standards of business practice.

Has a proven track record of successfully completing projects.

Has completed relevant educational requirements.

Pledges to uphold the CGR Code of Ethics.

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McBride Construction, Inc.
2125 M-119 • Petoskey, MI 49770
PH 231-348-2749 • FX 231-348-2748

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