The Hawkins’ Success Story When Jimmy and Teresa Hawkins started planning their dream house, they both agreed that lots of open space was important. So, like most people, they narrowed their search to plans for two-story homes. As the estimated costs began adding-up, they quickly realized that either the budget had to grow, or the space had to shrink. That is, until they consulted with Precast Products’ founder Bruce Parris... Bruce showed them how to take the upper level from their house plans, and move it into the basement space. This cut initial building costs by thousands of dollars! While the idea was attractive to Jimmy, he was skeptical due to the damp, cold basements he had seen during his lifetime. “I was worried about moisture and mildew... ...until Bruce showed me how the water doesn’t stay anywhere near the basement walls.” Precast Products hosted a casual lunch for prospective buyers at one of their installation sites. This way, everyone could actually see the basement system as it was installed. Bruce had ample opportunity to show everyone the French Drain system that comes at no extra cost with every basement system he sells. Add to that the guaranteed sealing process that the whole basement undergoes, and Mr. Hawkins was sold - “Once I saw it, it was like - this really does make a lot of sense!” Mr. Hawkins also explains, “Bruce was always available when we needed him - but not so aggressive that we felt pressured.” And during the entire building period, Precast Products’ quick follow-up and consistent trustworthiness left the Hawkins’ with the ultimate praise: “When we build again, we’ll use Precast Products - whether budget concerns are critical or not.” There are many ways to measure cost - and the Hawkins’ family knows first hand that Precast Products’ level of service and commitment is worth a lot. Today, the Hawkins family spends more time in their basement than any other part of the home. "The only difference between down here and up there, is that my basement stays warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.” As for ongoing energy costs, Mr. Hawkins averages a power bill of $150 per month. That’s not too bad for a 4500 square foot home. Upon remembering their conversation about ongoing savings with a Precast Products basement, Mr. Hawkins had one last thing to say about Bruce Parris: “He’s true to his word.” If you think that this kind of praise is uncommon, give us a call at Precast Products. We’ll help you write your Precast Products success story.