Brillo Home Improvements Celebrates 35 Years in Business
Remodeling firm has been revitalizing homes in the greater Milwaukee area since 1977
  
Milwaukee, WI -- May 17, 2012– Brillo Home Improvements Inc, an award winning, full service remodeling firm, headquartered on the Northwest side of Milwaukee, celebrates its thirty-fifth year anniversary on May 19th.  Since its incorporation on May 19, 1977, Brillo has revitalized thousands of homes in Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington and Ozaukee counties.

 
Robert Quigley and two childhood friends started Brillo Roofing in 1977 after being approached by friends and family about re-roofing their homes.  “When my parents needed a new roof put on their house, they asked me if I could do it.  I recruited a couple of friends and we got the job done.  Next thing you know, my neighbors needed a new roof, their friends needed a new roof…and that’s how Brillo Roofing started”, says Quigley.
 
After a few years in business, the threesome began performing other exterior renovations such as siding, and exterior trim; window and door replacements followed shortly thereafter.  On June 6, 1980, the company changed names from Brillo Roofing to Brillo Home Improvements. 
 
When the trio began purchasing rental properties in the mid-80’s they began to perform interior renovations such as bathroom and kitchen remodels.  At about the same time, previous roofing clients were inquiring about interior renovations.  By 2000, they sold all of their rental properties and began growing the remodeling firm.
 
“I attribute our success to one thing: it has to be the people.  From our extremely loyal employees, to our clients, distributors and sub-contractors; it’s amazing how many long-term relationships and friendships we’ve established”, states Quigley.  

About Brillo Home Improvements Inc:
 
Brillo Home Improvements is a local, regional and national award-winning full-service residential remodeling firm serving the greater Milwaukee area.  Incorporated in May of 1977 as a small roofing company by childhood friends, the company now specializes in all facets of home improvement including additions, kitchen and bath remodels, attic conversions, window and door replacement, and basement remodels.  The company also performs commercial remodeling including additions and office renovations.  Brillo Home Improvements is a member of National Association of the Remodeling Industry, the National Kitchen and Bath Association and the Better Business Bureau.

For more information:
Visit www.brillohomeimprovements.com, email maggie@brillohomeimprovements.com or call (414) 442-2230.
 
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The Awards recognized three employees of Milwaukee/NARI member companies who not only perform admirably, but also go above and beyond their job description day after day. The three winners were (with content from their nominations provided) as follows:

Anna Baird-Luedke, Marketing Manager with Coello & Associates, Inc., Waukesha, Wis.:
With the company for six years, Baird-Luedke was recognized for "her unrelenting effort to make a bland product – concrete construction – exciting and interesting. She has kept up with current marketing trends and led the company into social media. It is her insistence to do it right that allows us to stay fresh and continue to differentiate ourselves in the marketplace. Not only is she great in her position, but she also helps elevate everyone else on our staff."

Joseph Kazmierczak, Project Manager with Burback Builders, LLC, Muskego, Wis.:
An employee for eight years, "Joe started working for our company in 2003 as an hourly employee doing labor and clean up. His thirst for knowledge in the construction industry was apparent and his dedication to our company was evident. Joe's attention to detail and excellent customer service skills was something that we needed to capitalize on, and in 2006, we put him in charge of quality control and punch list completion/sign off. Joe's calm and knowledgeable demeanor with clients is an excellent combination that results in extremely satisfied customers. In 2010, we decided to take Joe to the next level and promoted him to project manager. Joe continues to receive accolades at the completion of projects from our clients, trade partners, and suppliers. We are extremely fortunate to have an employee with Joe's work ethic and dedication."

Maggie Uravich, Office Manager for Brillo Home Improvements, Inc., Milwaukee, Wis.:
With the company for five years, Uravich was presented as an efficient office manager that provides a strong foundation for the company. During her time with the company, "she has saved Brillo thousands of dollars utilizing her budgeting and forecasting skills, created and executed an effective marketing plan, streamlined in–house bookkeeping and financial reporting, and implemented a variety of policies and procedures. Maggie’s passion for the company is never compromised, as she is always looking for ways to make Brillo the best it can be."

"We thank the 2011 Employee of the Year winners for their commitment to the home improvement and remodeling industry, and recognize them for their superior efforts on behalf of their companies," said Diane Ausavich, CR, Milwaukee/NARI Home Improvement Council president. "As is the case each year, selecting the three award winners from the nominees is difficult, but those who reviewed the entries believed Anna, Joseph, and Maggie had unique qualifications that separated them for the other nominees. Because of employees like the 2011 honorees, plus the other outstanding employees that were nominated, Milwaukee/NARI and its member companies are able to continue to provide area homeowners assurances of quality work when it comes to home improvement and remodeling."

The Milwaukee/NARI Home Improvement Council was chartered in July 1961, as a Chapter of the National Home Improvement Council. In May of 1982, the National Home Improvement Council merged with the National Remodelers Association to form NARI – the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. With over 800 members, the Milwaukee Chapter is the largest in the nation.

The Council’s goals of encouraging ethical conduct, sound business practices, and professionalism in the remodeling industry have led to the growth of the remodeling industry nationwide and made NARI a recognized authority in that industry.

For more information on the Milwaukee/NARI Home Improvement Council or to receive a free copy of the annual membership roster listing all members alphabetically and by category, and the booklet "Milwaukee/NARI's Remodeling Guide", call (414) 771-4071 or visit the Council's Web site at www.milwaukeenari.org.