WELCOME TO THE HOME IMPROVEMENT SOURCE!

The Home Improvement Source is at the cutting edge of American remodeling companies. We use computer and internet technologies to your advantage, from offering instant online price estimations to helping you visualize concepts in the initial planning, even keeping you informed on our daily internal status as we complete the job.We appreciate your taking the time to look over our website, and hope that you will find us to be the best choice for your home improvement needs.

We don’t use subcontractors at the Home Improvement Source, we have employees to perform all services, and are licensed general contractors (CGC 1505566), plumbers (CCC 1328832), and roofers (CFC 1427682).

If you have a moment, let’s get introduced.

Bruce
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PRESIDENT

My Name is Bruce Hovland, founder of the Home Improvement Source. We have been serving the Bay Area since 2001. I have owned and operated several service related businesses in my career and know the importance of customer service. We have developed a remodeling process second to none. We provide excellent support using quality products with competitive pricing and the best turnaround time. We have outstanding employees that are courteous and well trained in all aspects of remodeling. Please give us the opportunity to review your next remodeling project.

Im originally from Minnesota moving to Naples Fl in 1972 then Pinellas County in 1998. My wife, Laura, is from Miami, and of course both my children are Floridians. We live in Oldsmar and love it! My email is Bruce@homeimprovementsource.net.

Jason
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GENERAL MANAGER

My name is Jason Avery, I have proudly worked with the Home Improvement Source for 8 years. I coordinate with you, the crews, our office, and other related contractors to enusre productive and efficient scheduling of the project, and that you are satified with the end result.

I will meet with you before we start your project, to make sure the plan and materials it requires are in order, and then again to verify all measurements and details of your cabinet plan, and finally at the end of the project, to review a final punchlist for a quick and accurate closure. In the meantime, you will be receiving emails from me every day, confirming the work status and quality reported by our crews, and to keep you apprised of our schedule for your job.

I am originally from Indiana, but have lived in the Tampa Bay area for most of my life. My wife and 3 kids are all Florida natives. They are all very supportive of me, as I work an average of 60 long hours per week driving between the factory and work sites to make sure all of our customers are satisfied every day. My email is Jason@homeimprovementsource.net.

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CO-OWNER

My name is Ed Gleason, I’ve been working with the Home Improvement Source for 6 years. I was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, and graduated from Quincy College with degrees in Psychology, Music and Business. I worked for IBM for 15 years, honing my marketing and organizational skills, and earned a Masters Degree from DePaul University during that time. Having moved 13 times in those 15 years, I have had the opportunity to design and build 4 houses from scratch. In this process, I found a passion for the construction industry. 20 years later, My partner Bruce and I are going stronger than ever and Sharing our experience and expertise with our clients all over the Tampa Bay area. My email is Ed@homeimprovementsource.net.

Andrew
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SHOWROOM MANAGER

My name is Andrew, I’ve been on the Home Improvement Source team for 7 years, and I’m here to help you decide on all the little details you will need to choose for your project, such as cabinet color, tile, faucet and knob selections. I order, recieve and confirm all the pieces as they arrive, and make sure everything is available when needed.

I’ve lived in Tampa Bay all my life, and come from a career background that has always focused highly on customer service, so naturally it’s of the utmost importance to me. I enjoy working in a position that challenges me every day, doing my best as co-pilot to help your project take off smoothly. My email is Andrew@homeimprovementsource.net.

Danita
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OFFICE MANAGER

My name is Danita Kantaskas, and you’ll probably talk to me any time you call the office at the factory, I’ve been with the Home Improvement Source for 7 years. I’m committed to helping you throughout your project, you can call me anytime to check on any details, or if you need assistance in reaching someone. Although you pick out all your colors and products up at the showroom, here in the factory we double check that you are getting everything you want and that there aren’t any issues with your selections.

I also schedule all permits and inspections for you, talking to the right people to ensure your job never loses momentum. I have a detail-oriented personality, which is ideal for catching any potential issues before they become problems. I can’t wait to hear from you! My email is Danita@homeimprovementsource.net.

David
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SHOP FOREMAN

I’m the shop foreman, David Alonso. From cabinets to doors to countertops, I’m in charge of making sure it gets done and it gets done right. I am highly experienced in all fields of interior and exterior remodeling, and have been with the Home Improvement Source for 6 years. I am a perfectionist! If there is a flaw in a peice we are working on for you, or the stain colors aren’t perfectly matched to your specifications, I’ll have it straightened out so you have peace of mind.

I am also the CNC operator. The CNC computer uses the plans you approve to automatically cut the peices for your project, without room for human error and perfectly square every time. Our efficiency means you save time and money. My email is DavidAlonso@homeimprovementsource.net.