We gathered a panel of local experts to tackle your most commonly asked questions about lice, automobile buying, new home communities, painting, and windows. From common misconceptions to expert tips, they’ve got the answers. Read on to find out what they had to say.
Lou Beltran
Owner & founder, EHI Windows & Doors
EfficiencyHomeImprovements.com
Which is more important, quality installation or quality windows?
Both, but if you had to pick, quality installation matters more. Even expensive windows can fail if sizing is incorrect, or if installed by someone inexperienced. Most manufacturers require properly certified individuals to install their products to honor warranty.
Cheap windows can still end up with issues like warping, fogging between panes, and poor energy efficiency even if installed perfectly. You want good windows with a strong warranty— just don't overspend on unneeded upgrades and then underinvest on installation.
- EHI started out as an installation only company.
- Our guys only install windows and doors, every day, full time. Our crew team leaders have been with EHI for over 15 years.
- References and reviews are key!
- Labor process is warranted, separately from the manufacturer’s warranty. We only install quality products, to do otherwise would be wasting our own time and money.
- Never cut corners on materials. The reality is years of product performance and sparkling windows for years to come.
- Educate, don’t pressure.
Joe West
Owner, Lice Clinics of America - Williamson County
LiceClinicsOfAmerica.com/nashville
What do I have to do to my house to get rid of lice?
-Simply throw your sheets, blankets, and pillow cases you slept on last night in the dryer for about 20 minutes.
-Put hair brushes used in the past 24 hours in the freezer for 3 hours. This will kill the lice without damaging your brushes.
The internet has plenty of myths to scare you into essentially bombing your house, but it simply isn't true or necessary.
Only certain people or hair types get lice.
False. They will happily make themselves at home in anyone's hair: clean, dirty, dry, oily, long, short, straight. The only person exempt from getting lice is someone who is completely bald.
How can I prevent lice from happening?
It's impossible to completely prevent it, but a few simple ways to reduce your risk include:
- Strong smells. Tea Tree oil, perfumes, hairsprays, and even cinnamon and peppermint are not attractive to lice.
-Wear your hair up and tight. Lice move by using their legs to crawl on two hair strands at a time.
-Lay off the selfies! Putting your heads together to take a selfie is just enough time for lice to crawl from one head to another.
Patrick W. Robertson
Assistant General Manager, Ford of Columbia and Hyundai of Columbia
HyundaiOfColumbia.com
Is that your best price?
In today's fast-paced car market, informed buyers recognize the value of a transparent, upfront pricing model. With abundant online resources, it is crucial to choose a dealership that clearly presents its best offer upfront, without hidden fees or last-minute negotiations. At Ford of Columbia and Hyundai of Columbia, our pricing is based on real-time market conditions, current supply and demand, sales velocity, and the age of our inventory. This approach ensures that every vehicle is competitively priced and adjusted (re-priced) to align with market changes. We also have a non-commissioned sales team that is paid based on how many cars they sell, not how much they can sell them for. This practice ensures that the sales professional you work with focuses solely on finding a vehicle that fits your needs and budget. Choosing a dealer who operates this way means you can expect a fair, straightforward, and customer-centric car buying experience.
Jenna Cowart
Franklin REALTORS / RG Custom Homes
RGCustomHomesTN.com
What is a mixed-use community?
Mixed-use communities offer residents the opportunity to live around various retail, restaurants/food, and amenities. Fountain View, specifically, is a 96-acre walkable property that encompasses 126 single-family homes and will offer approximately 70k square feet of retail space. This can be anything from a taco shop, ice cream shop, dentist office, clothing boutique, etc. There will be an entertainment complex featuring pickleball courts and more. For the residential homes, the amenities will include a neighborhood pool, two pickleball courts, a dog park, and a playground.
What is great about living in Thompson’s Station?
Thompson’s Station still offers a small-town, country feel, yet is still close to everything you need. Easy access to shopping in Cool Springs (12 minutes north), Historic Downtown Franklin (10 miles north), Downtown Nashville (30 minutes north) and a beautiful drive on Natchez Trace is only a few miles away. Small parks and trails offer all residents options to experience the outdoors and stay close to home.
Dylan Ritter
Owner, CertaPro Painters of Nashville and Middle TN
NashvilleSouth.Certapro.com
How do we maintain a thriving culture with our team, vendors, and customers?
We find the "why" with every person we encounter. Maintaining a thriving culture with businesses, vendors, and employees is all about building trust, fostering collaboration, and aligning values cohesively across the board, and that's what CertaPro Painters of Nashville and Middle Tennessee is all about.
How do we give back to the community?
Heartfelt stories remind us that giving back to the community is an ongoing process, often sparked by personal experiences. We are about nurturing empathy, fostering trust, and showing up for one another when it matters most. True community engagement doesn’t always come with a grand gesture; sometimes, it’s the small, everyday acts of kindness that have the most profound impact.
"Sometimes, it’s the small, everyday acts of kindness that have the most profound impact." -- Dylan Ritter