YourBR.com is a valuable resource to both homeowners and construction oriented businesses. Our mission has numerous helpful attributes for
Buying local is a gift for all of us:
The Business Locater
It's environmentally friendly using businesses located close to us: less travel, less carbon footprint; lower emissions, & it saves time; a huge plus.
It's economically friendly-
Our aim is to make finding what you need easier, with the added plus of the best possible price to you the, homeowner, for the work done
Job Listing Board:
This allows your credentials to be showcased to the prospective employer. If you're in the market for an upgrade or seeking to get into a new field this is the place to help you find that perfect position.
DO IT YOURSELF has a revolutionary VISUAL platform:
We will help you perform tasks yourself with confidence and ease by downloading videos on each project. We employ one of the best methods of teaching available in an easy to follow environment. You can learn the techniques used by the pros. They will tell you what tools and products will best accomplish your goals.
Classifieds
You can list items that you want sold pertaining to the construction field, or, if needed, you may purchase something you need in a project you're working on
Consulting
When you are looking to start a new project, or if you're in the middle of a project and need to ask some questions about what to do next, here is your to go to place. If you need to understand something that the contractor who's working for you is doing, this is the place to get educated. If there is an issue you're concerned about and the possibility of a confrontation is there, we can help you get the information you need and where to go to get help.
Women Only
Here is a forum especially for women in the construction field. This includes finding tools, clothing, blogs, etc... This is the place to find specialty items for the female 'do-it-yourselfe'.
Going green
Here, you can find, learn about, install product and contact those companies that deal with ecological items you want for your home.
Event Calendar
We can help you find evens in your neighborhood and in outlying areas that deal with the home and with construction in general.
For Homeowner
Company listings
We've made this similar to a phone book, it gives you the opportunity to find a local company who can fulfill your needs. It also allows you so see information about any company; i.e., licensed, bonded and insured and what that company can accomplish for you. We do not have either general or specialty contractors who aren't licensed by the state of Washington, this also means they are bonded and insured, as previously stated. There will also be information about any complaints lodged against the company and whether or not the issue was resolved. We hope to help provide you the opportunity for making the best decision on your project.
Find a Contractor
We can help you locate a contractor, helping you to help your neighbor and yourself. There is likely someone down the road who would be honored to help you with your project, and you would help them provide for their families, a win win situation.
New members
You will be eligible to receive a 5% discount on products purchased through the YourBR.com store. We also provide links to other companies who make products you may need that we don't sell in our store.
The Store
Will help you locate the right items for your job. As a member you will get a 5% discount on all items purchased through the YourBR.com store. We will provide you links to other companies that make products you may need, but we don’t sell in our store.
The Contractor:
Become a member
You receive a business membership that gives you advantages. We provide advertising at a lower cost and with increased visibility. You won't find the level of help anywhere else that we offer. This is accomplished using our many advertising options. For example: The community home shows we host will provide you with increased exposure to your local clientele, who may not be aware you're there. The key is making it easy for them to find you. Becoming a member will allow you to join 'Client Connection'. You will also have the option to display your sales/promotions on our website, thus reaching the many people you wouldn't ordinarily be able to reach on your own. Your can increase the size of the font, change colors, add additional w ords, put your company under multiple listings, all this for a small fee. You may also elect, for a fee, the option to advertise on specific webpages. The fee depends on which webpages and how many you want. This is a great low cost way to make your business a success. The key word is
revenue.
Client connection (see below):
We make it possible for you to get help finding jobs in your area. It's hard sometimes to find work, especially when the economy is slow. We can help motivate the homeowner who's looking to start a project by helping them find a contractor, like you.
Employees
Find that perfect employee by listing an available job. Look through the list of those looking for work to fill a position in your company.
The Store
Locate the best item for your job. You'll get a 6% discount on all items purchased through the YourBR.com store. We also provide links to other companies who make products you need that we don't carry in our store. (6% discount not included in outside stores)
Consulting
When you're just starting a new project, or working on something you've never done before, as a member, you can contact us for help. Is it a code question, following plans, where to get plans drawn up, etc.; we can help.
Sales/promotion
Display sales or promotion you are having, we allow you to spread this information further, gain more exposure and garnering increased revenue more quickly.
On behalf of YourBR.com, I thank you for taking your time to see what we are all about and what we can offer you. If you see something that you'd like on our website please click on Contact Us and let us know. Remember, we want this company to be helpful to everyone. We also ask that you share your experiences on our blog site. This could be helpful to others who may be involved in a similar project.
YourBR.com is affiliated with these two websites:
Walela (Your landscape resource)- www.walelaylr.com
(Your Landscape Resource) For anyone who may need help with their landscape or have garden/yard issues, this is the website to visit.
WWHY.ORG (We Will Help You) - www.wwhy.org
This organization is in place to help those who may be in need. Please visit so that you open your heart to others who may really need a boost in their lives. It only takes a little and it's so important to reach out. We can also take charge and donate time to help maintain parks and other public facilities using the list provided on this site.