Annual Remodelers Awards Showcase Two Stars

The Remodelers Council of the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County (HBA) announces the winners of its annual STAR Awards, a program that showcases Triangle area remodelers for their professionalism and excellence in remodeling projects. In addition to recognizing 38 outstanding remodeling projects, the council also presented two members of the council with special awards to recognize their outstanding contributions to the efforts of the council. This year the 2009 Remodeler of the Year Award went to John R. Sperath, president of Blue Ribbon Residential Construction, Inc., and the 2009 Associate of the Year Award to Kerry Celestini, media and marketing manager for Habitat for Humanity of Wake County.

Sperath, a remodeler with over 25 years of experience in the construction industry, has been an active member of the HBA and the council for over 12 years. As a proponent of education, he has introduced some of the latest designation classes, and encouraged other remodelers to further their professional development. He serves as one of the association’s resources on lead paint regulations and helps drive involvement with social media opportunities. Sperath has his CAPS, or certified aging in place designation, and is a certified lead renovator.

Once the 2007 recipient, Celestini is again recognized as associate of the year for her dedication and commitment to the council’s community service agenda as chair of that committee. As a result of her time and resources, she has led the council to exceed their normal set of standards and commitment toward local charity groups. Her dedication and passion will influence future community service projects.

The STAR Awards celebrate local, active remodelers because of recent exceptional projects, customer service, community involvement, and dedication to professionalism within the industry. Information on the remodelers and the list of additional winners from the 2010 STAR Awards are listed online at www.hbawake.com or www.wakeremodelers.com.