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BROTHERS JAY AND MATT ELIE CELEBRATING 20 YEARS IN ROOFING INDUSTRY WITH 3^RD ANNUAL “NO ROOF LEFT BEHIND INITIATIVE”

* Ridgecon Construction, Inc. giving away roof to a homeowner in need

            SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI – Brothers, Jay and Matt Elie, are celebrating 20 years in the roofing industry. They started in the roofing industry in 1990, training with an uncle that was in the business, and by 1994 each had earned a residential builder’s license and formed Ridgecon Construction 17 years ago, now located at 51019 Celeste Drive in Shelby Township. They have never lost their drive to be the best at what they do.

            With an office staff of four and a highly trained roofing crew that is certified by the shingle manufacturer, Ridgecon services all of Macomb and Oakland Counties, and southern St. Clair County. The company had 2010 revenues of  $1.2 million and anticipates growing to $1.5 million in revenues for 2011. 

            One of the most important things for the Elies is community outreach and 2011 will be the third year that Ridgecon will donate a complete new roof to a homeowner in need. It’s simply a philanthropic gesture they call “No Roof Left Behind.” The inspiration for the initiative came after hundreds of conversations with local homeowners.

“So many hardworking people just can’t squeeze another dime out of the household budget, let alone a new roof,” says Jay Elie. “We just want to do something to help in the community that has supported our families for so long. We decided that a roof giveaway would be the best way to contribute. For the last two years, all the roofing materials were provided CertainTeed and the disposal services by our friends at Metro Sanitation of Warren. Dino Vendetti of Vendetti’s in Washington Township provided lunch for the crew. It’s been a group effort and we hope to have our partners back again this year.”

            “This program was such a blessing to our family. I had been laid off for 15 months and the roof was in very bad shape,” says Mike Brunicardi, of Macomb Township. “We had friends and relatives nominate and vote for us. Ridgecon came in and did a very professional, very clean job, and even provided food and entertainment for our family while they worked. They’re a great group of guys.”

            Homeowners can be nominated at www.noroofleftbehind.com website starting now. The deadline for nominations is July 29 and the top three finalists will be voted on by August 31. The winner will be announced on September 2 with the installation celebration taking place on September 24.

            “The conditions for consideration are that nominees must own the home they are living in and live in the Macomb County service area, must be current on his/her mortgage payments, and must agree to sign Ridgecon Construction Inc.’s media release,” says Matt Elie. “There is no price cap for the contest.”

            “While we only install a roof on one home, in both previous years the runners up each had roofs installed at no charge. The attention No Roof Left Behind drew to the runner up’s circumstances moved people and organizations within their communities to rally support and volunteer assistance.”   

            For more information about Ridgecon Construction, Inc. the No Roof Left Behind program and interviews with Matt and/or Jay Elie, please call 586/803-3626 or visit www.ridgecon.com.

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In a recent statement regarding a national volunteer initiative, Governor Jennifer Granholm said, "Volunteers are the heroes of our state.” She added, “[they] help to create positive change during these challenging times when many of our fellow citizens could benefit from a helping hand."

One local roofing company has made just such a commitment to volunteering. Ridgecon Construction, through its No Roof Left Behind (NRLB) program has provided a free roof one deserving Macomb County household for the second year in a row.  This year’s free roof was installed for the very enthusiastic Brunicardi family on September 25, 2010. 

Ridgecon owners, brothers, Matt and Jay Elie say the inspiration for the pro bono program came from hundreds of conversations with local homeowners.  “So many hardworking people just can’t squeeze another dime out of the household budget, let alone a new roof,” says Jay Elie. “So, this one is… on the house,” quips brother, Matt.

How is NRLB’s recipient chosen?  Ridgecon begins the process by accepting nominations for careworn Macomb County residents early in the year.  2010 brought over 100 heartrending stories of families pulling together and individuals bearing up under the pressures of daily life.  Often their circumstances were compounded by job loss and chronic illness.  Nominations were gathered until June 23, 2010.  Then a team of volunteers had the difficult task of narrowing those nominees down to just three finalists.  In August those finalists were posted on the NRLB website for public voting.   The finalist with the most votes became the next NRLB roof recipient. 

This year Grace Ann and Mike Brunicardi of Macomb County were most appreciative for all the friends, family and neighbors that cast votes in support of their new roof.  “It feels like a dream.” Reported Grace upon hearing her family would receive NRLB’s next free roof.    

September 25^th, proved to be fun for the whole family as Brunicardi’s neighbors cheerfully loaned their yards to a NRLB celebration.  Dino Vendetti of Shelby Township’s Vendetti’s donated lunch for the crew and sampled his trademark Spankys for the crowd.  Balloon artist, Don Combs, of Big Don’s Balloons was a hit in the neighborhood as well.   The carnival like atmosphere beckoned kids and adults alike to share in the Brunicardi’s good fortune.  2009 NRLB recipients Dave and Debbie Hill of Sterling Heights even joined in the fun at Brunicardi’s. 

2011 NRLB nominees will be accepted beginning March 1, 2011.  Local businesses who want to engage in the community and support the NRLB recipients are encouraged to contact Ridgecon Construction directly.  586-749-6200

Macomb Township homeowners, Michael and Grace Ann Brunicardi, are among 3 finalists in Ridgecon Construction's big community give back: No Roof Left Behind. A total of 103 nominees were received. Brunicardi's, in the lead at present, are thrilled to have a ray of hope during these difficult times.

Shelby Township, MI, August 09, 2010 - Macomb Township Michigan family, Michael and Grace Ann Brunicardi, are finalists in Ridgecon Construction's big community give back: No Roof Left Behind.

Ridgecon opened nominating to the public in January 2010. Nominations were accepted until July 23, 2010. A total of 103 were received. A team of volunteers poured over each touching submission looking for the top three finalists. Those finalists were posted on the No Roof Left Behind website, for public voting, which began August 1, 2010. Since then thousands of votes have been cast. Voting continues until August 31, 2010.  The roof will be installed in September, 2010.

The Brunicardi family was nominated multiple times by friends and neighbors.  At present, they are leading in the way with 59% of the votes.

More on Michael and Grace Ann Brunicardi, including photos and the nomination can be seen at www.noroofleftbehind.com.  Updates and photos posted throughout the week on Ridgecon's Facebook page.

Is there anyone in Macomb County who could use a new roof — for free?

Published by Macomb Daily: Sunday, May 02, 2010

Remember that marvelous contest last year offering one lucky homeowner the chance to win a free roof? It's on again, only so far there are no nominees! Surely there is someone out there who knows of an individual, family, neighbor, friend, uncle, single mother, young couple, grandparents who are in need of a new roof.

The "No Roof Left Behind" contest was launched by Ridgecon Construction in Shelby Township. Last summer when people should have been making roof repairs, the owners of Ridgecon, Jay and his brother Matt Elie, noticed that there was an increasing number of blue tarps nailed to people's roofs. As roofers, they knew it was a sign of poor times. Everyone was so strapped for cash the best they could do was cover the problem with a tarp.

Those images struck a nerve with the brothers, who proceeded to organize this contest offering one lucky homeowner the chance to win a free roof. They also hoped their initiative would start a ripple that would lead to a wave of goodwill. The contest had one stipulation: A deserving person could not apply for a free roof for him or herself, but had to be nominated by someone.

The response was heartwarming.

Last year's winners, Debbie and Dave Hill of Sterling Heights, were nominated by the neighbor who lives across the street from them… (click for full story)

Get the straight story from the roofer's wife!

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The Hill family of Sterling Heights is Ridgecon's No Roof Left Behind winner!  There new roof will be installed very soon.  Both Dave and Debbie are thrilled and thankful for the outpouring of support friends and neighbors gave by voting and spreading the news.  Hills - we can't wait to see you safe and sound under your new roof this winter!

Be sure your getting the best.  Check us out.

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Ridgecon recieves Certainteed's highest credential level.  As a Select Shingle Roofer Ridgecon will not only install your roof system to the highest standards but can offer protection that is warranted for a lifetime, guaranteed. 

Looks like we might have a tough winter ahead. Insulate now, get tax credit and stay warm. It's easier to smile when your not freezing or paying more than you should to heat your home.

Almanac predicts bitterly cold winter for parts of U.S. - CNN.com

Ridgecon recieves prestigious Training Excellence Award. 

Ridgecon, with the support of other community leaders, installed a new CertainTeed roof system on the Hill home...on the house!

Ridgecon extends a hearty “Thank you!” to all who voted. We don’t want to forget about the two other finalists: Nora and Kelli. Both of them could still benefit from the support of our community. Did you know… over 13,000 votes were cast in the No Roof Left Behind initiative? Just imagine: if each voter were to contribute a single dollar, both Nora and Kelli could have their roofs replaced as well. If any in the community would like to step up and spearhead this project, the Ridgecon family would be happy to help in any way we can.

News is spreading fast.  Read about nice family in St. Clair Shores.

http://www.candgnews.com/Homepage-Articles/2009/10-14-09/No-Roof-Left-Behind.asp

A special thanks to Bill Davis.  As a part of our community Bill wanted to personally contribute to this much necessary event.  His monetary donation is much needed and appreciated. Thanks Bill.