Serving 64 Counties in Central and Eastern Kentucky
A BBB Accredited business since 2/1/2009
Reported on Friday, September 3, 2010 9:02 AM
BBB has determined that this business meets BBB accreditation standards, which include a commitment to make a good faith effort to resolve any consumer complaints. BBB Accredited Businesses pay a fee for accreditation review/monitoring and for support of BBB services to the public.
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Based on BBB files, this business has a BBB Rating of A+
Name: |
Energy Masters |
Phone: |
(859) 224-3900 |
Address: |
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Business Category: |
Windows - Installation/Service, Siding Contractors, Storm Windows & Doors, Windows |
eMail: |
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Web Address: |
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BBB file opened: |
January 08, 1997 |
Business started: |
January 1997 |
Primary Contact: |
Mr Bret Melrose (Managing Member) |
Complaint Contact: |
Mr. Chuck Cowing (Director of Operations) |
Lexington Remodeling (former)
Lexington Windows & Siding
This contractor offers replacement windows and siding.
(859) 296-4228
(859) 254-6926 (FAX)
This company is in an industry that may require licensing, bonding or registration in order to lawfully do business. The BBB encourages you to check with the appropriate agency to be certain any requirements are currently being met.
The BBB has processed no customer complaints on this company in its three-year reporting period.
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Anyone who builds, remodels or makes other IMPROVEMENTS TO PROPERTY WITHIN FAYETTE COUNTY is required to register with the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government, Division of Building Inspection. To register, contractors must show proof of insurance and agree to take part in an alternative dispute resolution process for handling consumer complaints. To verify registration call 859-258-3770 or 859-258-3243. Commonwealth of Kentucky licenses are required for plumbing contractors, electricians and other specialties. To determine if a contractor has, or requires, licensing with the Commonwealth, call 502-573-0365.
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ID: 18000046
Report as of: 9/3/2010 9:02 AM
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