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Internet-based homeowner/contractor resource targeting new markets
Denver, CO - February 7, 2006 - BestContractors.com, an online resource designed to improve interaction
between homeowners and residential service professionals, announced today it is adding Minnesota
to its service area that already includes Colorado.
"After thorough research, we've determined that the Twin Cities are a great fit for our growth plans,"
said CEO Mark Henninger.
The company looks for markets with strong home renovation trends. This includes urban areas with
older neighborhoods undergoing revitalization. Communities in the northeast and upper Midwest have
the strongest demand for home improvement and renovation according to the Harvard University
Joint Center for Housing Studies.
"We want to manage our initial phase of growth by extending into markets similar in size to Denver,"
adds Henninger. "We've obtained a strong understanding of the demographics of metropolitan areas
like Denver and Minneapolis. We've also learned a great deal about how far out a contractor will drive for
business and those contractors who work renovation neighborhoods versus those that prefer outlying
new housing areas."
BestContractors.com, found at http://www.BestContractors.com, launched in October of last year
starting with metro Denver but then rapidly grew to include the entire state of Colorado. The company
advertises through local media, Comcast cable and Internet search engines, such as Google, Yahoo
and MSN. Homeowners submit their home improvement or remodeling projects through the site for
free, view detailed profiles, photos, and ratings, and then select up to three contractors to bid on the
project. Contractors support the site with membership fees and must meet strict eligibility requirements.
About BestContractors.com
BestContractors.com is an Internet resource for homeowners seeking contractors to do remodeling,
repairs and maintenance to their homes. The company will announce additional market expansion
during the first quarter of 2006.
Contact:
Martha Stoecker
Marketing Director
BestContractors.com
Phone: 303-629-8354
Email: MarthaS@BestContractors.com
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