Classic's Focus on Continued Learning Feature on CharlestonCurrents.com

Below is an excerpt from the Monday, February 1 issue of CharlestonCurrents.

Bob Fleming, president of Classic Remodeling & Construction on Johns Island, recently earned the Certified Green Professional (CGP) designation from the National Association of Home Builders. According to the NAHB's directory, Fleming is the only person within a 50-mile radius who has the registered designations of Certified Green Professional and Certified Graduate Remodeler.

The Certified Green Professional designation recognizes builders, remodelers and other industry professionals who incorporate green building principles into their work without driving up the cost of construction. Classwork leading to the designation provides a solid background in green building methods as well as the tools to reach consumers.

In addition to Fleming's NAHB distinctions, he is also a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP), awarded through the U.S. Green Building Council. "At Classic, I encourage all my employees, in the office and the field, to train and strive for designations that will ultimately provide a higher level of service and expertise for our clients," said Fleming. "The remodeling and construction industry is constantly changing, and it is our responsibility to be a resource of knowledge and experience related to the latest products and technology."

Fleming established Classic Remodeling & Construction in 1989. It's the largest full-service, design-build company in the Charleston area. The company is an underwriter of CharlestonCurrents.com.

Classic Remodeling Featured in Charleston Style and Design

Check out Classic Remodeling's "Rooms with a View" feature in the Winter 2010 issue of Charleston Style and Design. Or visit www.charlestonstyleanddesign.com to read the article online.

The article highlights the three projects in which Classic Remodeling helps integrate indoor and outdoor living spaces for our clients.

Below are a couple of the photos, shot by Tripp Smith, included in the article. Please see the full article for more photos. What perfect spaces for family gatherings!






Pool House and Grill Area










Outdoor Patio with Fireplace

A Play Break at Classic

What’s better than Bob having a play date with project manager Cava’s son, Ulee?

Do you want to wager a bet on who went home with the truck?

As 2009 draws to a close, it is moments like these that we all cherish.

With our Season’s Greetings, treasure old memories and anticipate the creation of new ones!

Maintaining Your Home's Value

A home is many things: shelter, a place to create family memories, a comfort zone, an investment. Whether your home is new, gently used or truly historic, it makes sense to maintain its value so that your home can be enjoyed in 2010 and beyond.

Day-to-day living causes an inevitable aging process for any home. An active maintenance regimen can provide greater convenience and comfort for your family and can also prevent costly repairs before small problems become big ones.

The thought of staying on top of everything in a home can seem daunting. Classic's Home Care Solutions will ensure that your home is kept in exceptional shape, while keeping worry and hassle to a minimum.

Classic Home Care Solutions Team offers:

- Scheduled Preventative Maintenance
- Home Comfort Analysis & Solutions
- Priority Home Care & Repair

Scheduled Preventative Maintenance

You schedule annual visits with your doctors for a check-up. You visit your auto mechanic every 4,000 miles for an oil change. As with these preventative measures, scheduling an annual check-up for your home can often avoid costly repairs by catching problems while they are still small and less costly to manage.

Whether you conduct these surveys on your own or call us for assistance, discovery is the first step toward problem prevention and resolution. Annual inspections of your roof, exterior surfaces and crawlspaces for signs of normal wear and tear, or water damage from peeling paint/finishes or aging roofs, improper flashing or leaking appliances, is critical to maintaining your investment.

Home Comfort Analysis & Solutions

With simple weatherization repairs, the average home could see significant decreases in their energy costs. The Classic Home Care Solutions Team will identify areas in your home that need additional caulking or insulation; these simple solutions can make your home “air-tight.” Weatherization not only makes your home more efficient, it also provides a greater level of comfort for the entire family.

Priority Home Care & Repair

With Classic Home Care Solutions, you will receive prioritized service for unexpected, time-sensitive needs, such as emergency repairs, hurricane preparedness and other projects that may need to be fast-tracked.

While you’re making your resolutions for 2010, please consider resolving to add your home to the list. What better way to safeguard your family’s significant investment, than with Classic Home Care Solutions.

Classic Remodeling in Fall Tours of Homes & Gardens

With The Preservation Society of Charleston's long standing commitment to feature architecturally significant private dwellings, we were honored once again that one of our client's homes was showcased in the 33rd annual Fall Tours of Homes & Gardens.

This Historic Charleston home, along with inspiration from its loving homeowner, fostered Classic’s niche by perfectly melding old with new, as is evidenced in this photo of the gorgeous kitchen complete with a center island designed to cover the existing cistern below.

The Radcliffeborough neighborhood tour, where this home is located, features historic and elegant mid-19th century residences, including examples of the Charleston single house, built for both planters and merchants.

The home is currently occupied by a delightful couple that truly understands the value of the historic, one-of-a-kind community that we call Charleston. Classic will continue to do its part in fostering its commitment to maintaining architectural integrity that preserves the legacy of Charleston.

Classic Remodeling Receives National Industry Recognition

The below excerpt appeared in the Saturday, October 10 Real Estate section of the Charleston Post and Courier.



The Johns Island “design-build” venture has been named among the leading remodeling outfits in the U.S. Classic Remodeling & Construction Inc. made the Top 500 list of Qualified Remodeler Magazine for 2009.

The magazine cited six criteria in selecting its top 500: years in business, sales volume for the previous year, association memberships, certified employees on staff, industry awards and community service. Qualified Remodeler unveiled the list in its September issue.

“The remodeling industry, like most others, has been challenged to adapt to our ever-changing economy,” says Bob Fleming, president of Classic Remodeling & Construction. “As we maintain the original design-build services we’ve offered to our clients over the past 20 years, we’re also focusing on developing other services,” he says.

Fleming noted that the firm’s Specialty Services team focuses on smaller projects, repairs and maintenance. “It draws from our time-tested design-build process but provides a streamlined approach with quicker turn around,” he says.

This is the second straight year that Classic Remodeling landed on the Top 500 list. For more information on the company, visit its Web site at www.classicremodeling.com.

Small Fixes. Simple Solutions.

Our Specialty Services Team.

Small fixes and simple solutions for your home.

With the Specialty Services Team, you get much more than a random handyman with a tape measure. You get our in-house team that will work with trade partners to coordinate all aspects of your project, regardless of size, and our commitment to leverage the collective experience of over twenty years of service to the Charleston area.

A Specialty Services consultant will work with you to identify your needs, propose solutions and carefully work within your budget.

A skilled master craftsman will carefully carry out the plans while minimizing impact on your daily routine. Let Classic take on all your small projects, repairs, and continual upkeep.

Our Specialty Services Include:
- Eco-friendly and energy-efficient upgrades
- Energy audits
- Scheduled maintenance programs
- Decks and porches
- Planters, benches, trellises, and arbors
- Patios, hardscapes, and wood fencing
- Siding and exterior trim repairs
- Roofing and waterproofing
- Doors, windows, and exterior shutters
- Kitchen & bathroom refacings and upfits
- Custom, semi-custom, and modular cabinets
- Tile and solid surfacing
- Foundation stabilization and repairs
- Crawlspace moisture mediation
- Attic, wall, and crawlspace insulation
- Painting, drywall, and plaster repairs
- Interior trim and crown molding
- Hardwood floor refinishing
- Indoor air quality remediation
- Plumbing and electrical retrofits
- Elevators and accessibility upgrades

Why gamble on fix-it projects gone awry?
Rely on the area’s most trusted name in remodeling for all your small fixes and expedited solutions around the house.