ExpressBath LLC celebrated a grand opening on Saturday, June 2, at its offices and showroom at 2601 Long Beach Blvd. in Ship Bottom. The address is the home of the “10 Day Guarantee.”

“In 10 days, you can have a beautiful new bathroom guaranteed, and it won’t cost you a fortune,” summarizes the company’s pledge from owner Jon Vogel and business partner Anthony Cammallere.

“Our team at Express takes responsibility for everything, and then gives you an unprecedented guarantee for protection,” Vogel said. ExpressBath proudly provides classic or contemporary bathroom remodels tin the New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware areas. “We have more than 30 years of experience, and our work has been recognized both locally and nationally for excellence. During these difficult economic times, it is nice to know you can increase the value of your home with an affordable bathroom remodel,” he said.

The company’s contractors are licensed and certified. ExpressBath brings more than 60 years of experience, and add to that a pledged commitment to customer satisfaction.

ExpressBath was featured in TheSandPaper’s home improvement guide, HomeFront, when the showroom opened earlier this spring. The grand opening was held now at a time when more of the Island’s population has returned. With a 10-day completion guarantee, a homeowner can plan a remodel even in the summertime.

“Our team of highly skilled craftspeople and superior project managers are ready to ensure your job will be done on time, within your budget, and with quality workmanship throughout,” Vogel said.

Vogel is registered as a licensed building inspector in the state of New Jersey, and is certified as a kitchen and bath designer, CKBR. He has served as the Central Jersey Remodelers Council chairman for several years, and has served on the Central Jersey Builders Association’s board. Vogel’s son, Jon James, one of the showroom managers, was recently featured on the cover of Builder Architect.

Product names include Kohler, Moen, American Standard, Sherwin Williams, Jacuzzi, Toto and other top brands. Customers select from one of three packages: Classic, Premium and Luxury. They choose the bathroom package that fits their budget, then customize it with their designers’ pre-selected finishes and fixtures.

“Our system ensures that you will know exactly what your project will encompass, how it will look and what it will cost,” Vogel continued. “Upon your approval and signature, we will order the materials. When the materials arrive, we will call to schedule a convenient start date. When we arrive to start the job, the bathroom of your dreams is complete in 10 days or less, guaranteed.”

A new kitchen can be accomplished efficiently through a customer’s stop in the showroom as well.

“We work with you to design your new kitchen. Then the miracle begins as we remove everything in your old kitchen in just a few hours. We repair any existing problems, and modify as needed to accommodate your new kitchen design,” Vogel said. “You’ll be amazed how quickly we can patch and texture the walls, install new cabinets and countertops, and lay new flooring. Of course, we’ll also upgrade the electrical and plumbing, install new plumbing and lighting fixtures, install your appliances, and even do the painting. Don’t worry, we won’t forget anything.”

Free consultation and estimates are given. Website: http://www.expressbath.com. E-mail: contact@expressbath.com. Telephone 609-877-TEN-BATH (836-2284). —J.D., M.S.

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Fulton Bank Plans Grand Opening

Fulton Bank of New Jersey invites the public to stop by its new, conveniently located Manahawkin branch this Saturday, June 9, at noon for the grand opening observance. The Manahawkin office is located at 324 Route 72 West.

The full-service branch offers consumer, commercial, mortgage and investment services, safe deposit boxes and drive-up ATM banking. Angela Gembry is the branch manager.

Office hours are Monday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

To reach the office by phone, call 609-597-6771. To learn more, see the website fultonbanknj.com.  —M.S.

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Harnessing the Power of Tourism

Long Beach Island Destination Marketing Director Lori Pepenella of the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce is teaching tourism, so to speak, for the New Jersey Association of Counties June 5 through 7. “Harnessing the Power of Tourism” is the presentation to a statewide panel at the NJAC annual conference in Atlantic City.

The presentation is an accredited workshop for county officials and employees. The hour-long course discusses how destination marketing organizations, consisting of chambers of commerce, county offices and business partnerships, are working to bring more dollars into the state.

“With over $38 billion in tourism spending, (and) 312,000 direct tourism jobs and revenues keeping property tax down by $1,380 per household, tourism just may be the ticket to help local economies keep their budgets in check,” Pepenella said. “‘Harnessing the Power of Tourism’ will provide county level prospective on what tourism means to businesses and residents statewide and how DMOs are working with local governments to increase awareness to one of the state’s largest industries.”

Pepenella currently serves as statewide chairwoman for NJDMO.  —M.S.

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