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December 27, 2003
27 Dec 2003

Roofers Donate To Ronald McDonald House

The Industry Advancement Fund, established by Roofers Local No. 2 and the Signatory Roofing Contractors, recently donated toys to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Metro St. Louis, Inc. The toys were on the “Wish List” of RMH, which serves as a home away from home for families with children receiving medical services at St. Louis area hospitals.

“We are grateful for their generosity,” notes Kathi Taylor, Administrative Assistant at RMH. “These toys will certainly bring a smile to our children and the many siblings we have at the house during the summer months.”

The House provides a warm, home-like atmosphere where families can sleep, eat, watch TV, relax and most importantly, spend time with other families in similar situations. Families referred to the House live outside a 50-mile radius of St. Louis, making it difficult to commute.

“Every effort is made to make the family feel at home…this is an extremely stressful time and the support they receive from each other is tremendous,” adds Taylor.
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December 27, 2003
27 Dec 2003

Be Wary of “Storm Chasers,” Contractors Warn

The recent severe storms in the area have local roofing contractors warning residents and business owners to be alert to inexperienced repair crews now preying on those with damaged roofs. The so-called “storm chasers” come to areas where hail and severe storms strike, pose as roofing repair personnel, then fail to perform the work. Many also get away with money received as a down payment for the job.

“We’re seeing a rash of these right now,” notes John Stephenson, President of the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association and President of Stephenson Roofing in Maryland Heights. “They follow the storms and the ones we had this week were particularly severe.”

The United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Local No. 2 reminds residents and business persons to be certain they are using a certified roofing contractor. If you would like more information, contact the Local No. 2 Business Office at St. Matthew’s.

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