Business Directory

The following are businesses and services owned or operated by homeschooling families, or are businesses and services recommended by homeschoolers.   This Business Directory is offered as a source of information only.   Please investigate all people/services prior to using any services.  

* indicates homeschooling family

NOTE: To be considered a "homeschool family" the parent must be the primary provider of instruction in accordance with ARS 15-802. Virtual school families who run businesses listed on this directory do not qualify to be listed as a "homeschool family."

 

HOME REPAIR, MAINTENANCE, CLEANING & IMPROVEMENTS

AAA INTEGRITY PLUMBING, INC. *

We are a family-owned and operated plumbing business in Glendale. We have homeschooled our three children for 9 yrs. and are actively involved in the music ministry in our local church. We service the entire valley and have been in the business in Arizona for 10 yrs. Randy has been in the plumbing trade for 25 yrs. Randy is licensed, bonded and insured in Arizona and is a member of Plumbing Heating and Cooling Contractors, Quality Service Contractors, Better Business Bureau, and SW Gas Referral Program. We are a full-service plumbing company that can provide service repairs, re-pipes, remodels and new construction, sewer & drains, water heaters, water softeners, water filters, leak detection, and gas lines. We have a Golden Rule Service Plan and up-front pricing. Anyone who mentions they heard of us from HERO gets a 5% Discount.

Randy Vallejos
PHONE: 602-439-8425

ABEYTA LOCKSMITH - CERTIFIED/BONDED LOCKSMITH *

We are a Christian family owned/operated, commercial/residential mobile locksmith. Providing service valley wide. Give us a call for all your locksmith needs. Fellow homeschoolers receive a 10% discount for mentioning H.E.R.O.

Christopher Abeyta
PHONE: 602-475-7997
PHONE: 623-931-8356
WEBSITE: www.abeytalocksmith.com

ALL STAR WINDOW CLEANING, LLC

Chad Geaslen, Owner
PHONE:  480.688.7177
E-MAIL:   chad@allstarwc.com
WEB SITE:  http://www.allstarwc.com/

APACHE JUNCTION CONCRETE, LLC *

Christian company providing residential flat work concrete such as garage floors, sidewalks, driveways, pads, and much more. Licensed, bonded, and insured. Members of the Apache Junction Chamber of Commerce. Call for free bid.

Matt Reed *
PHONE:  480-560-3572
Shawn Davis
PHONE:  480-202-8670
WEB SITE:   www.apachejunctionconcrete.com

ARIZONA POOL RANGERS, LLC *

Let us rescue your pool! Pool tile cleaning business homeschool owned and operated. Serving the west valley. Let us remove your calcium build up in a fraction of the time it would take you. In addition to pool tile cleaning we can also paint any wrought iron, do weekly pool service and be hired for odd jobs such as clean-ups and hauling. $20 off first visit for first time customers if you mention this HERO newsletter when calling.

Paul Dufresne * (pronounced Dufrane)
PHONE: 623-217-4532
EMAIL: pauldufresne@live.com
WEBSITE: www.azpoolrangers.com

ARIZONA REIGN ROOFING - ROGER SWARTZ *

Homeschooling dad of 9.  Experience with all kinds of roofs. Honest and Reliable. Licensed, Bonded and Insured.

Roger Swartz
PHONE:  602.620.7435

BEDFORD ELECTRIC & DESIGN *

We are licensed in both commercial and residential wiring and specialize in residential remodels and service panel upgrades. We work closely with our homeowner customers and general contractors to make sure each job is done according to plan and finished within our agreed-upon timetable. Our employees are professional, honest and genuinely care about our customers' needs and concerns. Owned and operated by a homeschooling Christian family. Licensed, bonded & insured.  Call for free estimate.

Stephen Bedford, owner
CELL: 602.615.8007
OFFICE: 623.266.0226

BOULDER IMAGE SUPPLY OF ARIZONA, INC. *

Boulder Image Supply of Arizona, Inc. is owned and operated by our homeschooling family and one additional employee.  Our business provides support to installers and contractors, from novice to seasoned, by training them and supplying them with specially engineered concrete materials and coatings for decorative concrete floor overlays, synthetic concrete boulders, waterfalls, and much more.

Marc Winkelman, President
WEB SITE:  www.boulderimagesupply.com
E-MAIL:   wink@boulderimagesupply.com
ADDRESS:  4211 S. 36th Place, Phoenix, AZ 85040
PHONE: 602.438.9464

C & B CLEANING SERVICES, LLC

We clean windows and cleaning, both residential and commercial.  Free estimates.  "Because C-ing is B-lieving!"

PHONE: 480.567.6714 Cory
PHONE: 480.567.6713 Bart

CHANGE PLUMBING, INC. *

Owned and operated by a Christian homeschooling family, Change Plumbing, Inc. is a full service plumbing company.   We do: Service, New Construction, Remodel, and Gas lines. We service the whole valley and beyond. We are Licensed, Bonded, and Insured.

Andy and Denise Machovsky
PHONE:  480-354-6921
E-MAIL:   info@changeplumbing.com

COLOR MY WORLD HOUSE PAINTING *

Commercial and residential, interior and exterior painting, and faux painting, staining, and varnishing doors and woodwork.  References available (many from HERO).  Honest, dependable, and available valleywide. Contact us for a free estimate for any size job.

Terry Ray
PHONE:  480-926-3313
E-MAIL:   mickeyvan@getnet.net

CONTRACTING AND HANDYMAN SERVICES; CARETAKING AND PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Recommended by homeschool mom Shari Hathaway.

CARETAKING & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE: Kelvin & Beth Ironside operate CanAm Property Services, a full-service concierge, custom cleaning, property maintenance/check-up company serving seniors, landlords, and vacation property owners.

CONTRACTING & HANDYMAN SERVICES: Kelvin Ironside is a licensed contractor (AZ ROC 253247) with experience in renovations, painting, tile setting, drywall, shade structures, residential construction, and general handyman repairs. He also offers energy saving solar screens, patio/pool misting systems, low-voltage landscape lighting, and drip irrigation services. References available.

Kelvin Ironside
PHONE: 480-710-8856
WEBSITE: www.canampropertyservices.com

CREATE THE SPACE PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZING

Nancy Nemitz has 20 years experience teaching her children and working with home school families through conventions, speaking, and organizing.

She specializes in organizing home schools families and businesses. She has been a speaker at the AFHE Conference in 2005 and 2006. Nancy serves on the board of directors of the National Association of Professional Organizers - Arizona Chapter as well as membership in the national organization. Create the Space serves clients in Mesa, Tempe, Scottsdale, Chandler, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Gilbert.

Nancy Nemitz
PHONE:   480-325-0994
E-MAIL:    nancy@createthespace.com
WEB SITE:   www.createthespace.com

CREST ELECTRIC * (Residential and Commercial Electric)

installation, dedicated computer circuits, home theater design/installation, and much more! Very reliable and detail-oriented. No job is too small! Tell us what you want--we have the experience to make it a reality. Please call us to set up a free consultation/estimate today. Christian homeschooling family.

Paul Davis
PHONE:  480-888-2567
E-MAIL:  paul@crestelectric.net
WEB SITE: www.crestelectric.net

DRYWALL HANGER - BOB GLENN *

Homeschooling father and Drywall Hanger with 30+ years experience currently looking for side work. He does it all: hangs, tapes and textures. Phoenix and surrounding areas

Bob Glenn
PHONE:   602-471-1089
E-MAIL:   e_glenn@q.com

FAITHFUL FLOORS *

Laminate wood flooring sales and installation.  Get the look and feel of real wood floors with little maintenance and half the price. Eliminate a major source of allergies (carpet), and increase the value of your home. Lowest prices on quality materials and expert installation. Materials and labor guaranteed. Can qualify as a tax deduction for medical reasons if you have allergies.   Licensed / Bonded / Insured AZ ROC #182390. Pergo Endorsed Installer #TE-18200

Tom Kane, homeschool dad of 3.
PHONE:  480.986.1917

FASTEST BRUSH IN THE WEST INC. *

Christian Painting Service.   Interior, Exterior, Custom, Repaints, Color consulting, Specialty Finishes. Licensed, Bonded, Insured.  ROC223274.

Sam and Kristie Yingling
PHONE:   602.999.3403
E-MAIL:    sam@fastestbrush.com
WEB SITE:    www.fastestbrush.com

FRESH START PAINTING *

Owner operated.  That means that you get the owner as your painter.  We do Custom interior painting, color consultation, and free estimates.  Residential interior and exterior painting with over 15 years experience.  We use quality paint store paints (Dunn Edwards & ICI Sinclair).  No skimping with hardware store brands here.  References available.  We live in the west valley.  Licensed, bonded, and insured. ROC206781.  Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran.

Steve Honer
PHONE:   623-628-3444 Cell
E-MAIL:   honer6@epowerwave.com

FURNITURE REPAIR BY DENNIS *

With seven years experience to serve all your furniture needs. Specializing in cabinet making and wood restoration, fire damage, water damage, and mechanical issues. Can do anything from touch up to rebuilding most work done on site. Homeschooling family.

Dennis Denny
CELL:480-580-0619
EMAIL: bgbld1@juno.com

HANDYMAN/CONTRACTOR - DAN GREEN *

Homeschooling father. Can do electrical work, painting, carpentry, contracting work, home remodeling and repairs too. Please call to talk about any job!

Dan Green
PHONE:   480-720-5795 Cell
E-MAIL:    GreenCon5@me.com
WEB SITE:   www.dangreeninc.com

HEALTHY HOME TECHNOLOGY - EAGLEAIR *

Being homeschoolers for 12 years, we understand the importance of maintaining a healthy house. Mention you saw us on H.E.R.O. to receive 10% discount on initial order.
EagleAir (a Christian based company) specializes in revolutionary technology in the areas of:
- Air and Water Purification
- Laundry without use of detergents or bleach, in cold water
- Soon to be released technology reducing household energy usage by up to 20%

Brian and Deanna Jentzen
PHONE: 480-882-3460
E-MAIL: EagleAir@FreshAirLiving.com
WEB SITE: Learn more about our Air Purification Technology at www.FreshAirLiving.com/EagleAir (passcode: guest).

HONEST GARAGE DOOR SERVICE *

Installations, Repairs, Inspection and Maintenance. Receive a 15-point written inspection, lubrication, & minor adjustments to your garage door system. Reparis performed.

Mike Jamison, Owner
PHONE: 480-201-3125

HONEY DO HANDYMAN AND MORE *

30 years of home renovating, top-quality, conscientious craftman, painting, carpentry, remodeling, interior-exterior, consulting, references available.

Tim Maloney
PHONE:   602-284-5168
E-MAIL:   glma6@aol.com

HOUSEMASTER HOME AND TERMITE INSPECTIONS

Home Inspection with a FREE Termite Inspection!

Wendy Rogers & Hal Kunnen + 15 employees in business 8 years
3030 S. Rural Rd, Ste 109, Tempe AZ 85282
PHONE:  Valleywide 480.345.8570 or toll free from outside the metro area 1.888.432.6400
WEB SITE:  http://phoenix.housemaster.com

INTEGRITY CLEANERS *

We are Christian homeschoolers and the owners of Integrity Cleaners.  We do carpet cleaning & repair, window cleaning, and business office cleaning, plus weekly cleaning.  We service the whole valley.  Our office is in Queen Creek.

Timothy and Betsy Coffey
PHONE:  480.777.0686
E-MAIL:  tba3coffey@Hotmail.com

JW PAINTING

Jeff has been painting for almost 20 years. He is very nice to work with, and does great quality, on-time work. (Recommended by Jeff's sister, Sheri Hathaway who is a homeschooling mom)

Jeff Warf
PHONE: 480-274-5791
E-MAIL: jwpaintingco@hotmail.com

THE MASTER'S TOUCH CLEANING SERVICE, INC. *

The Masters Touch Cleaning Service, Inc. Insured, Bonded and Trained. All employees have passed an FBI Background check and we pay all unemployment and workman's comp taxes. These are important when having anyone come into your home so you are completely protected. We service East Mesa, Apache Junction and Gold Canyon. A 3 page unsolicited testimonial document from happy customers can be e-mailed to you if requested. Tile & Grout Cleaning and Window Cleaning Services also available.

Joann Pilcher, Homeschooling mother of one 8 year old boy
WEB SITE:   www.themasterstouchcleaningservice.com
E-MAIL:   joann@tmtcsi.com
OFFICE:   480.324.1640
CELL:   480.206.3283

MEADOW VALLEY LANDSCAPING *

Homeschooling dad of 6, with over 11 years of experience offers the following Landscape Architectural and Maintenance services:
Residential & Commercial Landscape Design and Installation
Residential & Commercial Irrigation Design and Installation
Residential & Commercial Landscape Maintenance

Robert Beckstrand
PHONE: 480.603.8831
E-MAIL: 237-rvf@cox.net
WEBSITE: http://meadowvalleylandscape.blogspot.com

MTE REMODELING - PAINTING/REMODELING/HANDYMAN *

MTE Remodeling is a small business owned and operated by two homeschooling dads. They do interior/exterior paint, granite counter tops, cabinets, knobs and pulls, floors, concrete - you name it, they do it - valley wide at reasonable prices!

Dave Gephart
PHONE:   480-215-8614

NEW IMAGE CARPET & TILE CLEANING

Solid Gold Service - "We're not the largest, but we work the hardest for your satisfaction"   (James & Nancy Manos highly recommend Brent - he does an excellent job for a fair price)

Brent Weindorf
OFFICE: 480.890.9023
CELL:     480.518.3463

NU SYSTEMS PAINTING SERVICE

Highly recommended by James and Nancy Manos.   Christian family.   Over 20 years experience. Excellent service at a great price.  If you are looking to have the interior or exterior of your home painted, or you need your pool deck or garage floor redone, contact Nu Systems. Located in Glendale, service the entire valley.

Phil and Al Lunn (parents), Mark Lunn (adult son)
PHONE:   602-931-8900
E-MAIL:  nusystems@cox.net

PARKER & SONS, INC.

Cooling, heating, plumbing, and drain cleaning. For your plumbing needs please request Kevin Spittler, homeschool father.

Parker and Sons, Inc.
PHONE: 480-963-1829
WEBSITE: www.parkerandsons.com

PEST CONTROL - LANCE STROMNES

Trustworthy, dependable, professional pest control service. Licensed, with 10 years of experience. "Don't let another 'Knight' go by." Christian owner. Recommended by homeschooling mom Suzanne Amos.

Lance Stromnes
Lancealot Pest Management
PHONE: 480.219.0641
CELL : 480.201.3314

PLUMBING - GLENN WENGEL *

12+ years of experience in all phases of plumbing. Honest, reliable and experienced.

Glenn Wengel
PHONE: 623-466-4041 or 623-225-4041

REVOLUTION CARPET CARE SYTEM *

Revolution Carpet Care System is a homeschool family-based business that provides a safe, powerful cleaning alternative. Our process delivers amazing results with less water and uses environmentally safe “Green” cleaning solutions that do not contain soap or leave behind sticky residues. We have 14 years experience also in cleaning furniture, leather, tile & grout and pet stain & odor removal.

Bill LaBorde
Revolution Carpet Care System
PHONE:  480-248-4362
E-MAIL:  revolut.ionccs@yahoo.com

SET IN STONE MASONRY, LLC *

We are a Christian Home Schooling family-owned business specializing in stone veneer installation. We install a variety of product lines including Cultured Stone, Coronado, and Eldorado. We install interior and exterior applications, including fireplaces, entertainment centers, kitchen islands, and accent walls just to name a few ideas. Please call for a free no-obligation estimate. Visit our website to see before and after photos of our work.

Dave Schmidt
OFFICE:  623.935.5167
CELL:      480.888.6952
E-MAIL:   s.schmidt@cox.net
WEB SITE:   http://SetInStoneMasonry.com

STEINER'S LAWNCARE *

Homeschool Family Owned and Operated.   Servicing the southeast valley since 1996.   Weekly or bi-monthly year-round service.

Brian Steiner
PHONE:  602-373-0364
E-MAIL: bmsteiner@cox.net

WALK ON WATER POOL CARE - EAST VALLEY *

Walk On Water Pool Care - You'll Say WOW!  Weekly pool service and general repairs. Homeschool family owned and operated with 6 years of experience. East Valley only please - We keep our routes small so we can give efficient, thorough personal service. Call for Free Water Analysis and quote. Mention HERO and you'll get $5.00 off regular monthly service rate.  Weekly pool service includes: brushing sides, steps, seats; emptying skimmer and pump baskets; checking and balancing chemicals (chemicals not included); backwashing filter (if applicable) as needed; netting out debris; visually inspecting all equipment for leaks and/or function. Additional services available: pool vacuuming; cartridge filter cleaning; basic repairs (larger repairs are referred out).

Kenny Jezek, Owner/Operator
PHONE:  480-632-6440
EMAIL:  wowpoolcare@cox.net