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For 113 years, Home Bank has opened doors for families as they grow. From humble beginnings in Lafayette as a building and loan to a full-service bank with the latest technologies, it’s been Home Bank’s mission to provide the solutions our customers need – whether it’s a new account or a loan for a new home.
Our expert lenders are ready to help with options for first-time homebuyers or for those looking to build the home of their dreams. Home Bank NMLS# 483958 Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender.
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As the only investor-owned electric and gas utility based in Texas, CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CNP) is an energy delivery company with electric transmission and distribution, power generation and natural gas distribution operations that serve more than 7 million metered customers in Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Ohio and Texas. As of September 30, 2023, the company owned approximately $39 billion in assets. With approximately 8,900 employees, CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.
Doug Ashy Building Materials, founded by Doug and Claire Ashy in 1960, began service to the Lafayette community with four employees and one delivery truck. The modest business of 1960 has grown to include two stores in Lafayette, a distribution center, and stores in Rayne, New Iberia, Ville Platte, and Breaux Bridge – covering the Acadiana area. As well as stores in Covington and Lake Charles.
Doug Ashy, Sr., and his sons Doug Jr., Steve, and Ken, all respectfully retired, have continued to provide the building community with a full line of high-quality products at a “one-stop” shopping center. Recently, a third generation comprised of D.J., Steven, Michael, and Cullan Ashy are running the business to continue the dreams of Doug and Claire.
Doug Ashy Building Materials is proud to have a team of highly qualified professionals including full-time estimators, interior decorators, kitchen design experts, and a window and millwork specialist. Utilizing the latest technology, they can match colors, design decks, and layout kitchens. We also offer a decorating center with experts to assist you with all home needs and selecting flooring for every room of your home. Their delivery system – which uses boom trucks, lift trucks, forklift towing trucks, and millwork trailers – is further evidence of their commitment to their customers and guarantees that materials reach the job site timely and in good condition. All of these are an effort to offer the best service to the customer.
The team at Doug Ashy Building Materials believes that “service” is not just a word; it is what customers demand and deserve. Their job is not complete until the customer is completely satisfied.
Doug Ashy Building Materials continues to be heavily involved with trade associations to keep abreast of new items and changes in the industry. In addition to the Acadian Home Builders Association (AHBA), they also belong to the Lumbermen’s Merchandising Corporation (LMC), which is the largest building materials buying group in the country. This allows them to buy quality materials in bulk and pass on the savings to the consumer.
Insurance Unlimited of Lafayette was founded in 1962 and has been providing sound insurance advice to individuals and businesses now for over 60 years. With offices in Sulphur, Lake Charles, Lafayette, and Baton Rouge, our services are well-staffed and ready to support your regional insurance needs. We are totally independent and transparent for clients who desire to understand their coverages and cost structure.
Our reasons for becoming insurance professionals are deeply personal. We repeatedly saw friends and family struggling to find the coverage they needed. We are confident that with our understanding of the insurance space, we can help people better prepare for the future. After years in the business, we have developed a reputation for educating individuals in an easy-to-understand manner, so they can easily grasp personal insurance concepts. Above all else, we feel a commitment to our community.
Over the years, we have found that a team approach can be an effective method of helping clients with a wide variety of needs, as they navigate the complex world of insurance. We invite you to discover and experience the benefits of a diverse team with differing educational interests, experiences, and strategies.
One-size-fits-all just doesn’t apply to insurance, which is why every client gets our undivided attention. We take a proactive approach when helping you develop a strategy to address all of your insurance needs. We recognize that everyone encounters challenges along the way and strive to anticipate those situations as they occur. Our only goal is to keep you and your loved ones protected with the policies you need. We invite you to check out all the material on our website. If something prompts a question, please send us a quick email or call our office. We look forward to speaking with you.
Lafayette Marble & Granite has been doing business in Acadiana since 1973. We pride ourselves in our fantastic customer service and product knowledge. We travel the state taking on large commercial projects such as hospitals and hotels as well as residential projects big and small. We are equipped to handle new construction and remodels of any size.
Our cultured marble facility is the largest in the Gulf South. Cultured marble allows you a low-maintenance shower and vanity option that is also budget-friendly. It will last for many years to come and our custom colors can be matched to any décor. It is an excellent grout-free alternative to tile.
Using Lafayette Marble & Granite allows you one-stop shopping for your material, fabrication, and installation. Choose from our large selection of natural stone, including over 130 colors onsite. We offer granite, quartz, and quartzite as well as other specialty stones. Our unique pricing allows you to pay for only the square footage that you need. We use advanced production technology which allows for a clean and professional installation.
We take great pride in our work and love to help people make their dream home a reality. Contact us to begin building your dreams today!
Manuel Builders, LLC is not only known for its beautiful and functional homes but also for its culture. Greg and Missy have built the company to rally around their core values of community, excellence, and integrity and their teams take pride in walking them out daily. Manuel Builders began over 65 years ago, and at the age of 13, Greg began working with his father building homes in the Acadiana region. He then went into the army to follow his dream of flying and get his rotorcraft rating. When he got out of the service, he went back into his dad’s business of building homes and never looked back. Missy, with her background in counseling, noticed a gap in the construction industry. She saw that businesses only focused on the numbers and not on the culture or their people. She implemented the idea of organizational health into Manuel Builders and growth started to happen.
Today they have 2 divisions, where homeowners can either build on their own property or live in one of their communities. Manuel brings a positive homebuilding experience with their own in-house architects, design team, estimators, build team, and service team. Currently, Manuel Builders sits under the umbrella of Manuel Companies with their sister companies, Manuel Commercial, and Manuel Custom Cabinets. They not only want to be a great place to work but a great place to do business with. They believe that their people are some of the bests in the industry and they want to provide a platform for them to use their God-given talents and abilities to thrive. Manuel Builders not only wants to be a light in the community but also an example of a company that thrives inside and outside and they want to help others do the same.
Operating in five states in the Southeastern United States, Superior Surface Solutions is a premier countertop manufacturing and installation company. Superior Surface Solutions is one of the largest stone countertop providers in the region and is continuing to grow. The company prides itself in its quality products and distinguished service at a hard-to-beat price. Superior Surface Solutions came into existence as the result of an acquisition of former River Rock Stone Works Inc. by Craig Tafaro, Tanner Tafaro, and Dylan Mendoza. River Rock Stone Works Inc. was established in 2007 by Craig Tafaro and was headquartered in New Orleans, LA. Since its inception, Superior Surface Solutions has expanded to multiple markets throughout the Gulf South, ranging from Beaumont, Texas to Pensacola, Florida. Superior Surface Solutions’ mission is to provide outstanding service along with genuine customer care. Superior Surface Solutions strives to maintain its position as an industry leader in the Gulf South area offering superior quality, affordable prices, and exemplary customer service.
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Acadiana Garage Doors has been in business for over 30 years. Our company was started by Frank Urban in 1986 and what began as a small business endeavor from his home. After many years in business it has turned into the marquee garage door company of south Louisiana. With the booming economy and growth of the city, expansion was inevitable and in 2006. Frank welcomed two new partners to his business, son Jonathan Urban and son-in-law Ty Greneaux. Expanding business meant moving out of a small home office into two brand new showroom floor locations. Each showroom is fully equipped to help customers pick out just the right garage door and hardware. Providing excellent workmanship, a reliable product along with exceptional customer service has always been and still is the foundation of this family owned company.
Acadiana Garage Doors has been the local leader in garage doors and garage door repair. Serving Lafayette, LA and nearby cities like Baton Rouge, LA and Lake Charles, LA. We carry only the finest quality parts and have proven expertise in every phase of garage door selection. Garage door installation, garage door maintenance and garage door service/repair, just to name a few. Plainly speaking, no one does it all better than we do.
Don’s Exterminating Company has been protecting families and businesses from pests since 1969 with a firm belief in providing quality service for an affordable rate. The original founder Don himself strongly believed in a personal hands-on approach in every situation relating to our scope of work. This belief was passed on to his grandson and current owner Jeremy Calais. Jeremy started working at Don’s Exterminating when he was fourteen years old learning the trade from the bottom up. It is our belief Don’s Exterminating has expanded through this original fundamental practice of a personal hands-on approach in every aspect of the business.
Currently, Don’s Exterminating Company offers full pest control services in Lafayette and the Lake Charles areas servicing approximately twenty thousand accounts annually. Supporting home builders and the Builders Association is essential for our local economy. One of Don’s Exterminating’s primary services is termite pre-treatments for home builders. We are grateful for the trust home builders and home buyers across the state have bestowed on us allowing Don’s to protect their investments from these invasive pests. Don’s Exterminating Company stands behind the treatments performed and looks forward to continuing to be of service.
FACETS, a sister company to The Plumbing Warehouse/LCR, is owned by Hajoca Corporation, the nation’s largest privately-held wholesale distributor of plumbing, heating, and industrial supplies. Developed from The Bath & Kitchen Showplace as a new brand name for specific showroom locations, FACETS commits to maintaining the respectable reputation that is a hallmark of Hajoca Corporation. With locations in 32 states, Hajoca Corporation represents the premier product lines in its industry. Through this relationship, FACETS and its related trade names can offer a large selection of inventory at competitive prices.
FACETS showrooms offer a variety of luxury products, including an expansive selection of plumbing, appliances, lighting, hardware, and accessories that combine beautiful form with modern functionality for every facet of your home or workplace.
At FACETS, we’re committed to unparalleled customer service while offering high-quality bath and kitchen products from the best brands on the market. What sets us apart is our attention to detail, the quality time we spend getting to know you and learning your preferences, and our ability to anticipate your needs before you know you have them. Visit our showroom located at 3201 Ambassador Caffery Parkway to view all the latest and greatest products available. Our team is eager to help you create a sleek and fashionable space. We look forward to visiting with you.
April Guillory Design is a full-service firm and is ready to handle all the details. Whether we’re space planning a new custom home, strategizing available project budgets, overseeing construction details, or curating the perfect furniture and art, we’re dedicated to each client’s home project from the beginning to move-in day. April’s career began in 2006 with a reputable design+build firm. In the pursuit of excellence, she has acquired both her real estate and her residential contracting licenses. She is an Interior Design Society member, AHBA board member, and actively pursues education and community in both design and construction. At April Guillory Design, we take the pressure off and lay out a clear path, walking each of our clients through the entire process.
Louisiana-born and bred, Homebuilders Self Insurers Fund (SIF) has been providing workers’ compensation and serving the needs of Louisiana’s hard workers for more than 40 years. Providing value to its members through outstanding personal services and a variety of educational and safety resources, SIF is Louisiana’s premiere workers’ comp provider for the homebuilding industry.
Celebrating its 40th anniversary and featuring in the January 2024 issue of Architectural Digest, M&M Glass is looking forward to what’s to come in 2024!
While our specialties are heavy glass frameless showers and custom-framed mirrors, we offer many other products (ex: designer mirrors, wine storage solutions, etc.) for you to choose from.
We believe in 100% CUSTOMER SATISFACTION, which goes far beyond simply providing excellent customer service. We stand behind absolutely everything that we do, and we want to know if there are any improvements we can make to exceed your expectations. We are committed to proactively and strategically making the most of our experience, knowledge, and resources to make your experience with us truly noteworthy. We know that customer service is an art form – and this process is what fuels and supports our unparalleled craftsmanship.
The Overhead Door Company of Lafayette is part of a 100-year-old tradition of quality garage door installation, repair, and service. Our branch is locally owned and operated by Brooks Amy, and we’ve been in business since 1985.
Our team brings almost 40 years of experience in commercial and residential overhead doors. This makes us #1 in garage door service and repairs in our service area Lafayette, LA, and a 70-mile radius around it.
If you’re looking for quality, affordability, and amazing customer service, you can count on the Overhead Door Company of Lafayette
Floor & Decor is a leading specialty retailer of hard surface flooring, offering the broadest in-stock selection of tile, wood, stone, related tools, and flooring accessories at everyday low prices. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Atlanta, Floor & Decor is one of Fortune’s 100 fastest-growing companies.
At Floor & Decor, homeowners and professional contractors have access to a superstore selection at warehouse prices with showroom quality. Our extensive selection of in-stock products allows our customers to get what they need when they need it. And because we source directly from manufacturers or quarries worldwide, our top-quality products are priced below those of our competitors.
The Floor & Decor brand is also bolstered by a local focus that allows us to create a store experience and mix of products that meet the needs of each market we serve. We empower our store managers, or chief executive merchants, to create a local shopping experience.
James Hardie is the world leader in fiber cement siding. The company empowers homeowners and building professionals alike to achieve the home of their dreams with premium quality solutions that enable endless exterior design possibilities, while also delivering trusted protection and long-lasting beauty. Hardie® siding and trim products come in a wide variety of profiles, sizes, textures, and more than 700 colors. Only Hardie fiber cement products are Engineered for Climate® ensuring that you get the best performance for your region. James Hardie’s exclusive ColorPlus® Technology delivers a beautiful finish that resists fading.
The Acadiana style is unique and dynamic. With traditional and southern influences peppering the latest trends, the Lafayette market is a hatchery for classic spins on new ideas and fresh twists on traditional standards. Our Home Design projects are no exception!
When building or remodeling a home, the decisions you make selecting finishes such as flooring, natural stones, and cabinets come together to create the spaces that make a house a home. ProSource of Acadiana has brought the widest selection of products and finishes to Lafayette’s doorstep. The team assembled in Broussard brings more than 25 years of combined homebuilding experience in Lafayette – with strong ties to the AHBA and the building community.
ProSource Wholesale Flooring is a family-owned company with strong Acadiana partnerships and a vision for growth. ProSource Wholesale is the nation’s largest wholesale supplier for home improvement and construction professionals, offering pricing guarantees and expert guidance selecting flooring, cabinets, and countertops. Each person who walks through the door is will be paired with a dedicated account manager to ensure specialized service for their unique needs. The Broussard showroom has been customized and curated to show you the latest trends, paired with timeless classics – streamlining your decision making process. Feel overwhelmed when you walk into a big box store? At ProSource you’ll receive guidance and care to make your selection process seamless and fun. And all of this comes at the guaranteed best price!
You long for a kitchen where family and friends gather as you make meals to remember. Where laughter flows easily and quiet smiles speak volumes. Where tiny hands work alongside your own, trying to mimic your every move. Where you can create dishes that look exactly like the picture in the cookbook and taste the way love feels. You yearn for a bath that’s a refuge, an escape, a sensual indulgence. You want to surround yourself with beauty. You want to emerge refreshed and restored, ready to live life to its fullest.
At Southern Bath & Kitchen, we understand. We carefully select distinctive products from manufacturers around the world. We choose with an eye to elegance and precise functionality. We provide highly trained consultants who spend all the time you need, one-on-one, to take your dreams from fantasy to gleaming, gracious reality.
Immerse yourself in elegant lifestyles in our Lafayette designer showroom offering varieties of tubs, faucets, sinks, fireplaces, and grills. Along with indoor and outdoor appliances created by the world’s most innovative manufacturers.
Your satisfaction is our top priority! We strive to provide a service like no other in our industry. We invite you to visit today and envision the possibilities. Bring your dreams to us. We’ll turn them into the lifestyle you deserve
