About Roanoke County, VA

Owning rental property, you're always on the lookout for a good subcontractor and we have found a gem of an electrician. We've used several over the years but are so pleased with Rodney Hancock. Last year we sold a rental property and at the inspection we realized the Federal Pacific panel box was going to be an issue. Rodney quoted us a price to replace and upgrade the service that was several hundred dollars below the competition. He's true to his word and is on the job site when promised. We've used Rodney on three other jobs since then and have referred him to several friends and clients.

Rodney is licensed and insured. He does commercial, industrial and residential electrical and he works at Smith Mountain Lake as well. If you're looking for an honest, dependable electrician, give Rodney a call:

Hancock Electric

(434) 656-2360

(434) 728-3556

Posted by:

Debbie Malone, Realtor RE/MAX 1st Olympic 20395 Timberlake Rd Lynchburg, VA 24502

(434)546-0369 malone1981@aol.com Member: Roanoke Valley Assn. of Realtors

Lynchburg Assn. of Realtors

Spring is right around the corner and the Smith Mountain Striper Club is holding it's kickoff event this Saturday. The March Madness Tournament is an annual event and this is the club's first tournament of 2008. The Striper's Club has approximately 600 members and to participate in the tournament you must be a member or guest of a member. There will be prize money and the tournament begins on Saturday at 12:01am. Anglers can fish on either Smith Mountain Lake or Leesville Lake, from land or boat.

The club also assists the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries in it's annual stocking of the lake with fingerling stripers.

The club puts out a monthly newsletter, the Smith Mountain Lake Striper Club Bulletin. For more information on striper fishing, or a membership application, contact:

Angie Behan, President

(540)793-2420

acbehan3528@aol.com

or write

Smith Mountain Striper Club

P.O. Box 785

Hardy, VA 24101

Would you like more information about Smith Mountain Lake? Contact:

Debbie Malone, Realtor RE/MAX 1st Olympic 20395 Timberlake Rd Lynchburg, Va 24502

(434)546-0369 malone1981@aol.com Member: Roanoke Valley Assn. of Realtors

Lynchburg Assn. of Realtors

I enjoy playing music and selling real estate !! - They both require harmony to be successful and I like to think I've got it goin' on with both!! If you need infomation on the Roanoke, Va. area, please check out my website at... glwimmer.com ...there is an abundance of info about our area from schools, entertainment to networking professionals and businesses!

Gary Wimmer

I've had the pleasure of using TG Electrical Services in the past & was impressed with Travis's experience and advice. All too often, it's hard to find an Electrician you can trust in the Roanoke, VA area & it's nice to have someone now to rely on...instead of frantically flipping through the Yellow Pages and picking the one with the prettiest ad. (Come on, we've all done that!)

Travis issued the following letter to all of his past clients & I wanted to take a moment to pass along... Enjoy!

In the recent week, many homes in the Roanoke, VA area lost power for up to six days. Lose of power contributes to lose of heat, food, hot water, and generally the way of life you and your family are accustomed.

This problem can easily be resolved for future power outages. Let me share with you how this can be accomplished. Contact T.G. Electrical for a free in home consultation on the benefits of installing a Back Up Generator System. Generators keep power on when there is an outage, so the comforts of your home remain intact.

Call us and we will advise you and your family on size and features of the generator that is right for your home.

DON'T BE LEFT IN THE DARK, AGAIN! T.G. Electrical also offers a wide variety of home electrical repairs and maintenance.

Call now and take advantage of 20% off your next electrical job. (New customers only) Offer Expires 4/31/08

Sincerely, Travis L. Gaylor T.G. Electrical Services L.L.C. 540-580-2940

travisgaylor@yahoo.com www.tgelectricalservices.servicemagicpro.com

Provided by: Josh Perrington, Gateway Mortgage Group Roanoke, VA

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