Jerry Thomas: Winner ProSource Fantastic Floors Contest

[TFP Admin]

The first member of TheFloorPro.com is also a first rate flooring installer and owner of Custom Surfaces. And ProSource Wholesale Floorcoverings agrees, awarding Jerry $1,000.00 in prize money for their Fantastic Floors Contest. With ProSource's permission, I present you with the article printed in ProSource Magazine.

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Jerry Thomas
Winner—Best Living/Family/Rec Room, ProSource of Roanoke

Remodeler Jerry Thomas, a Member of ProSource of Roanoke, has a definite process that he uses when working with new client contacts. After getting a phone call from Dennis and Marilyn Cook, Jerry implemented that process - with stunning results.

His initial meeting with Dennis and Marilyn was spent listening to what they had in mind for their home. The Cooks had lived in their home for 15 years and were ready to remove the existing carpet. They wanted to install hardwood flooring and looked to Jerry for advice on design, manufacturers and materials.

When Jerry returned for a second visit, he brought several samples of hardwood flooring with him. Bruce's Fulton Strip Butterscotch perfectly matched the home’s existing hardwood. Even after a visit to ProSource of Roanoke to look at flooring options from other manufacturers, the Cooks decided that the Bruce floor was their winning choice.

Once a hardwood was decided upon, the Cooks considered Jerry's suggested design choices, ultimately settling on a herringbone pattern that required 780 separate custom-cut pieces of hardwood. Jerry then recommended Bruce Fulton Strip Cherry as a border to complement the overall floor pattern.

The Cooks appreciated Jerry’s design skills—and his approach to the project. Making the entire flooring process as pleasant as possible is Jerry’s goal for every client.

"It’s hard for people when they have their homes torn up for installation. I try to minimize the effect as much as I can." The Cooks appreciated his efforts. "We just think the world of Jerry," said Marilyn Cook. "He did a great job for us."
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This is just one of many hundreds of reasons the spotlight is on Jerry today. It's no wonder Jerry carries the Advisor badge here at TheFloorPro.com. His attention to detail, professionalism and his valued advice to members and staff alike make him a true asset to our community.

Following is an expanded and edited group of beautiful images of the work that Jerry was judged on. Click any of the images for a larger, more inspiring view. Please push your keyboard away now, so you don't drool on it.

Thank you, Jerry, we're proud of you. Here's the link to Jerry's page at ProSource: prosourceroanoke.com - Member Spotlight And his website: Hardwood Flooring installer, NWFA installer - Home

Images and content reprinted with permission.

[Nick Arrera]

B U T Full Jerry .. Honestly i didn't expect anything less from you .. Congrads again ..

[Jerry Thomas]

Thank you, Jerry

No, I thank you and all the other members. I am extremely honored and want to thank everyone for their time and good advice I am given here. It has helped me immensely when one is self taught. I also would like to recommend ProSource to everyone as a good source for floor coverings. My ProSource in Roanoke is top notch and very honest to deal with.

The wood is a Bruce, solid, square edge, prefinished that we install everyday. I am going back to put in a prefinished medallion this summer. I hope ol'Jerry don't screw that up.

[tony lamar]

Jerry, you truly are da man. Hope to see the medallion pics as well. Good job.

[cproader]

ATTA BOY JERRY !!!! never had any doubt about your talents. But the company you keep, now that's quite another thing.

[Lo Down]

Jerry, I add you to the list of people that I want to watch work.
........... as I sit and enjoy a few cups of java and a dozen donuts along with some conversation.
............. If something heavy needs to be moved... just ask, and I will set down the donut.
........ YOU, Jerry, are a special person to me, so it's no big deal..... just ask.
...............if it's really heavy, I will set down the donut AND the coffee to assist.

Seriously Jerry, I don't have the guts within me to attempt a job like that . Very, very nice work.
I also admire how you dealt with the customers on this one to make the job a total success and also let the customer see what a true 'floor pro" is. You make the flooring trade look like what it should be.
Congrats, Jerry.

[Peter Kodner]

Jerry, that is truly a job to be very, very proud of You cannot fake craftsmanship.
One question tho, is it really hard to shave in that cute chin cleft? You handsome devil, you

[Jerry Thomas]

One question tho, is it really hard to shave in that cute chin cleft?

Luckily I only have to shave about once a month, the hardest part is unfolding my 2' step ladder without scuffing up the vanity cabinet..... my wife gets on me for that

[Al Gladden]

truly beautiful work.....i just hope you get paid what you are worth.

[Darol Wester]

Beautiful work Jerry. Congratulations.

PS. I have one of those beautiful chins too. It takes a true craftsman to shave it.

[TFP Admin]

Jerry wanted me to post these additional pictures for him:

[cproader]

Ok guys, repeat after me, " I AM NOT WORTHY "

[Peter Kodner]

It justs keeps getting better and better...
Can't wait to see even more pictures

[Lo Down]

Lets see some in progress pics. I wanna see how it's done........... lotsa close ups so I can learn wood stuff.
About that photo of that handsome muscle man.......... no sawdust, and no board? .... ....new saw looks like it was never used? .............come on Jerry.... that's really just some sheet vinyl isn't it?

[Danny Ferguson]

Very impressive work Jerry! Us little guys do great work.