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Local Home Builders Assoc. Talks Zoning Code Impact On Housing Affordability

Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association advocates for "pro-housing, pro-affordability" ordinances

During the hefty zoning code revamp process, Thrun said the CVHBA – made up of members; local contractors and related professionals – provided insight and input throughout the process. That included advocacy efforts toward “pro-housing and pro-affordability ordinances ...

Snag Good Deals For An Even Better Cause At The ReStore

Chippewa Valley Habitat for Humanity offers "deconstruction" services, a retail shop with supplies and furniture, more to benefit area community

The Chippewa Valley Habitat for Humanity ReStore (145 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire), which opened in 2017, offers 8,000 square feet of goods. The shop is split between a furniture and home goods section and a supplies and tools area. The ReStore collected more than 1,600 donations in 2025 alone ...

Meet The Architects Of Home Technology

Smart tech in your home should be simple and reliable, just like working with HomeTech is

Picture waking up on a Saturday morning. You brew a fresh cup of coffee, open your shades with the push of a button, and sunlight pours in while you hit “play” on your favorite music – the soundtrack of your weekend, sounding off throughout the house. With Eau Claire’s HomeTech, that scenario is just a phone call away ...

Bed, Bath & Drapery: Smart Shades, Trusted Service

From app-controlled shades to energy-saving designs, Susie Kleist and her team help homeowners navigate the latest in window treatment innovation

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. That old idiom applies to plenty of things – not including the window treatments business. Plenty of change occurred for Eau Claire’s Larry Kleist, longtime owner of The Bed, Bath & Drapery Shop, over his near 30 years of small business ownership. A few things remained constant over the years, though: quality service and quality goods ...

So, You Want to Remodel Your Kitchen?

Hearing the ins and outs directly from a local remodeling contractor

Houses are expensive, and that’s not just hyperbole, there's data behind it. According to the Federal Reserve, the average price of a new home in 2020 was $377,700. Today, that number is $532,600. That is a 41% increase in five years. Material costs have stabilized, but they are up significantly. Labor costs are up, and so are interest rates. As a result, Americans are staying in their homes longer ...

A Growing Family Legacy At Window World Of Eau Claire

with enough hard work and a genuine approach, this small business has transcended the walls of its storefront and became a lasting facet of the community

This classic Chippewa Valley tale has only just begun. With enough hard work and a genuine approach, a small business in Eau Claire has transcended the walls of its storefront and became a tried-and-true facet of the community. In the case of Window World of Eau Claire, it’s more of...

Take Delight In A ‘Pro Clean Promise’ With MaidPro Eau Claire

locally-owned cleaning services goes above and beyond with its customizable commercial, residential services

As locals know, Eau Claire is known for its outdoor recreation, thriving arts scene and charming downtown area. What folks might not realize is that our beloved city in the Chippewa Valley is also recognized for its top-tier, professional house cleaning. Here’s where MaidPro Eau Claire comes into the picture...

WINNER, WINNER: One (LEGO) Brick At A Time

kiddos got in on the action of this year's Chippewa Valley Home Show – with LEGOs

With 40 total entries in this year's LEGO Home Building Contest, it's clear: there are some serious LEGO masters in our midst. The annual Chippewa Valley Home Show – hosted by the Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association – is a big family-friendly favorite ...

ABOVE & BEYOND: C.V. Home Builders Association Announces Annual Awards

the 2024 Member Awards winners are...

Each year the Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association (CVHBA) recognizes select members who have gone above and beyond for the housing industry and the organization. The 2024 Member Awards honorees include Randy Tews, Amanda Stolt, Dennis Pawlak ...

From Pals to Business Partners: Smith & Wells Concrete and Masonry

area natives now serve Chippewa Valley through construction biz

Some guys just aren’t meant to work in an office behind a desk. They need to be outside. Getting their hands dirty. Moving earth with heavy equipment. Alex Smith and Matt Wells are two such guys. Last April, they officially rebranded their business as Smith & Wells Concrete and Masonry (soon to be an S Corporation). The change better reflects the business's focus while continuing to serve the Chippewa Valley with its excellent concrete and masonry services, which have expanded ...