W&S Blog

Coronavirus Update

Admin — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 15:09:26 +0000

The world health community continues to monitor closely the emergence of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, and Kentucky state officials are taking proactive steps to safeguard our communities as much as possible. Yesterday Governor Andy Beshear signed an order exempting construction and retail business (among others) from an order closing some businesses. We at Wilson & Sons believe this is a good decision because Kentuckians will want to maintain their homes and other structures. Our stores will continue to operate regular business hours so we can continue to serve our community

We are taking proactive steps to address a number of business concerns.

First and foremost, we want to maintain a safe shopping environment and encourage and/or adopt practices protecting the health of employees, customers, visitors or others. You can help by remembering the following:

• Stay home when you are sick.

• Wash your hands frequently with warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds.

• Avoid people who are sick with respiratory symptoms.

• Stay up to date by checking the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family services COVID-19 web site.

For our part we are sanitizing frequently touched surfaces in our stores such as keyboards, telephones, counter tops, railings, shopping carts, and other surfaces very frequently. We are encouraging our staff to stay home if they exhibit signs of infection, and providing hand sanitizer and soap for their use while at our store. We have placed signs on all store entrances asking customers to stop and do not enter if they have been sick in the last 24 hours.

We are also working diligently with our suppliers to keep flu related items in stock, such as cleaners, disinfectants, gloves, and masks.

We know that the coming days and weeks will be challenging for all of us and we want to assure our staff and customers that we will do the best we can to provide a safe shopping and work environment and remain open to serve the needs of our community.

Sincerely,

The Wilson Family

Serving our community since 1977

Valspar Releases Color Trends Palettes for 2014

Admin — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 17:56:10 +0000

Valspar revealed its 2014 color outlook and trend pallets inspired by the newest influences expressed in fashion, food, art, interior design and lifestyle: Zenergy, Time Travel, and Yours Truly.

See them all at valsparcolortrends.com

DuPont Tyvek Event

Admin — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 14:51:49 +0000

Our recent DuPont Tyvek event was a great success. So a special thanks to everyone who attended. Several professional builders took time out of their busy schedule to spend some time at Wilson & Sons, and it was time well spent. They were treated to some great food and an outstanding seminar by Darson Buckner.

Darson is s Moisture Management Consultant and an Independent Product Weatherizaton Specialist for DuPont Tyvek. He has numerous certifications including LEED Green Associate, and Home Energy Auditor. Darson has given over 700 seminars to architects, code officials, builders and other building professionals. His experience with building envelope issues was evident as he talked about common moisture management problems and how to reduce call backs. Many builders in attendance were interested in using Darson as a resource for building envelope and code issues in the future.

For those interested in the iOS app Darson mentioned here is a link for Construction Instruction (direct link to the iTunes store).

You can learn more about DuPont Weatherization Systems for the US market at www2.dupont.com/TyvekWeatherization/enUS/.

If you are a professional builder in the Lake Cumberland area and are interested in attending future events like this at Wilson & Sons click on the contact link above and ask to be added to our mailing list. We will let you know when we are planning the next event and what to expect.

Get a free Lenox blade at oneblade.com

Admin — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 15:49:55 +0000

Find out how much one blade can handle at oneblade.com and while you are there sign up to get a free Lenox blade sample. Think they can cut through eight cars with a single recip blade? Watch the video to find out. Then click on Trial Blade and fill out the form for a free sample.

pureHeat+ Heater Clearance $275

Admin — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 19:10:38 +0000

We have a couple of pureHeat+ Heaters left in our Jamestown sore and we need to move them out for incoming spring merchandise. They normally sell for $389 and we are closing these out for $275. They are new in the original box.

The pureHeat+ is not only a great infrared heater, it is a humidifier and air purifier so you can use it year round. You can learn more about them at www.greentechenv.com/pureheatplus.

If you are interested in these stop by our Jamestown location or give them a call at 270-343-7555.

EPA moves to ban D-Con pesticides

Admin — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 18:26:46 +0000

Home Channel News is reporting that the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency is moving to ban the sale of 12 D-Con rodenticide products. The report says D-Con brand products are the only brand that did not comply with recent safety standards. Reckitt Benckiser, the manufacturer, has 30 days to request a hearing. Meanwhile their products will remain on store shelves.

What is a Door Buster anyway?

Admin — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 21:26:17 +0000

Door Busters is a new circular program we are trying out this year. Our plan is to incude 8-10 useful items with great prices. Many of our vendors allow us to pre-buy merchandise 6-8 months in advance and lock in very good pricing.

Existing Home Sales Improve in July

Admin — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 22:22:54 +0000

According To the National Association of Realtors ®

Sales of existing homes rose in July even with constraints of affordable inventory, and the national median price is showing five consecutive months of year-over-year increases. Monthly sales rose in every region but the West, where inventory is very tight.

This goes along with what we are seeing in the South Central Kentucky market. It looks like it is going to be a good Autumn for housing starts and remodeling in the Lake Cumberland area.

Housing Market Showing Recovery

Admin — Thu, 24 May 2012 20:32:43 +0000

According to Home Channel News:

First-quarter economic data from the office of the chief economist at Freddie Mac showed a 2.2% growth rate, slower than the previous quarter, but better than three of the past four quarters. The slower growth primarily reflected less housing inventory accumulation and a dip in nonresidential construction.

This is similar to what we are seeing in the Lake Cumberland area and what we hear from other building material dealers in Kentucky. Housing starts increasing is certainly good news for everyone.

Valspar $5 Per Gallon Mail-In Rebate

Admin — Thu, 24 May 2012 16:04:52 +0000

Save up to $50 on your next painting project by taking advantage of Valspar's Memorial Day mail-in rebate. Choose your favorite color and buy Valspar Medallion, Medallion Primer, or Élan at either Wilson & Sons location. Hurry offer ends June 3rd.