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First-Ever “Sprit of Normandy” Award goes to Tom Leatherwood

Normandy Spirit Award Presentation
Pictured above from left to right – Tom Leatherwood and Andy Wells

Since our beginnings in 1979, we have cultivated a company-culture that is rooted in honesty, quality and superior customer service. Normandy employees exhibit these values on a daily basis, but president Andy Wells wanted a way to recognize those truly exceptional individuals that help make the company what it is.

The ‘Spirit of Normandy’ Award was created to recognize one Normandy employee each year who embodies the values and ethics we were founded upon, and who better to make that determination than the Normandy remodeling staff.  This year, Normandy employees voted Tom Leatherwood as the first-ever 2015 Spirit of Normandy recipient.

Customers may remember Tom as the knowledgeable and highly skilled person who can solve just about any post-renovation problem that might arise.  Normandy offers a 5-year warranty, which means that customers who find an issue with their renovation, even years later, will get prompt attention and a swift resolution.  As the sole member of the Normandy service team, Tom takes a thorough approach and solves the root cause of the problem, earning him much deserved appreciation from customers.

Tom Leatherwood’s frequent praise and accolades from the customers he assists Spirit of Normandy Quote
makes it unsurprising that his co-workers felt the same way.

“Tom does a fabulous job of taking care of our customers, treating each and every person’s home as though it were his own,” says Normandy President Andy Wells.  “Nearly everyone who has interacted with Tom has great things to say about him, it’s easy to see that he loves what he does.  We’re very fortunate to have him on our team.”

Throughout his twenty years at Normandy, it’s safe to say that Tom has been considered a jack of all trades. In addition to servicing customer warranties and maintaining the showroom, Tom also contributes his quality workmanship to the ‘handyman for a day’ referral rewards program.

“It is an honor to be recognized in such a positive way by my co-workers,” said Tom Leatherwood. “I’m fortunate enough to work with all of the different departments, and I really enjoy the ability to regularly touch base with everyone.”

“Our team of designers, architects, superintendents, and support staff continually show their passion and commitment to their customers and colleagues,” said Normandy President Andy Wells.  “We created this award to celebrate individuals, such as Tom, who show integrity, initiative, and a willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty.”

The 2016 Spirit of Normandy award is anyone’s game. In the meantime, for more information, company news, and photos of our recent work, follow Normandy Remodeling on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Top Three Home Addition Regrets

Additions are a great option for homeowners who need some extra space, but want to stay in their current neighborhood. However, there are a few items to consider before moving forward. Here are three of the biggest home addition concerns that many homeowners encounter, and tips from Normandy Designer Vince Weber for how to avoid them.

An Undersized Addition – Sometimes, you just want a little more room. But there is a fine line between not adding enough space and doing too much.

“Size is a double-edged sword,” said Vince. “While your decision has an effect on the cost of the project, it also affects your future enjoyment of the space and the overall investment of your home.”

Not Matching the Existing Style of Your Home – In terms of interior choices, it is
important that the addition be a continuation of your current home. Therefore, all the trim should match and there should be a continuation of your current flooring.

“Matching the existing exterior materials and style will help make the addition look as though it was original to the home,” noted Vince. “Cutting corners with cheaper materials or choosing a drastically different style for the addition will do more harm than good, as it creates a more jarring appearance between the existing and new area.”

Brick versus Siding – If your home is comprised of brick, consider matching the existing look as opposed to selecting siding.

“Oftentimes, if the addition is in the back of the home, siding is preferred because it is a less expensive option. However, siding screams addition,” said Vince. “I recommend starting with the idea of having the addition look like it was built on the home, to begin with. Start there, look at cost, and then make changes if you need to find some savings.”

Set up a time to meet with Vince for more information on adding a seamless addition to your home. Or, register to attend one of our upcoming addition seminars to learn more about the home addition renovation process. You can also see our photo gallery of beautiful additions and follow Normandy Remodeling on Facebook and Instagram for design tips, trends, and inspiration.

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