Jose Hernandez Wins 2018 “America’s Best Installer” Competition for Third Time
October 24, 2018
Maryland-based insulation installer from Cameron Group LLC wins
$10,000 grand prize in 16th year of annual
competition presented by Johns Manville and Insulate America
DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jose Hernandez, an insulation professional in Elkridge, Md., was awarded
the title of “America’s Best Installer” on Saturday, Oct. 20 at the EXDO
Events Center in Denver for the third time. Hernandez competed against
35 other professionals from across the country for the title and $10,000
first-place prize in the fast-paced competition that highlights the
importance of energy efficiency. Hernandez won the competition
back-to-back years in 2014 and 2015, becoming the first competitor to
win the competition more than once. He is employed with Cameron Group
LLC.
The competition was created in 2003 by Johns Manville (JM), a
Denver-based building products manufacturer, and Insulate America, the
nation’s largest independent insulation contractor organization. The
competition recognizes local competitors and highlights the positive
impact that properly installed insulation can have on heating and
cooling bills, home energy efficiency and indoor comfort.
The competition consists of three stages structured to test the
installer’s workmanship and the final outcome of their installation.
Competitors were assigned with the task of installing JM
formaldehyde-free insulation batts into the mock home structure and were
then judged upon quality and speed. Hernandez outperformed the other
competitors during the final stage, which involved two identical wooden
mock home structures, complete with construction challenges including
electrical outlets, pipes and a vaulted ceiling.
“We’re pleased to honor Jose for the third time for his superior
performance this year and we applaud our talented group of competitors
for another solid year of competition,” said Bob Wamboldt, president of
Insulation Systems at Johns Manville. “We’re proud of our continued
partnership with Insulate America, and we look forward to celebrating
and recognizing insulation installers for their dedication to the
industry for years to come.”
The competition also awarded second, third and fourth place. Pete
Middleton of Turner Insulation in Sterling Heights, Minn. placed second
and was awarded a $5,000 prize, Stan Tatara of Henges Interiors in Earth
City, Mo. was recognized as third place and won a $3,500 prize, and due
to a tie in the preliminary rounds, Jesus Cruz of Millers Insulation in
Albuquerque, N.M. and Luis Perez of Arkansas Insulation (A G5 Company)
in Bethel Heights, Ark. both placed fourth and were each awarded a
$2,500 prize.
Additionally, the following competitors received cash prizes for their
performance during the preliminary rounds of competition:
- Jose Lopez of American Fork, Utah, Premier Building Supply; $1,000
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Victor Lozano of Shawnee, Kan., Insulation Specialties Contractors,
Inc.; $1,000 -
Efrain Magana of Fresno, Calif., California Building Products, Inc.;
$1,000 - Jorge Tinoco of Pleasant View, Utah, J&K Insulation; $1,000
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Eden Longoria of Englewood, Colo., Rocky Mountain Insulation
Corporation; $500 - Michael Stephenson of Orchard Park, N.Y., Northwind Insulation; $500
- Robert Williams of Chattanooga, Tenn., Therm-Con, LLC; $500
About Johns Manville
Johns Manville, a Berkshire Hathaway company (NYSE: BRK.A, BRK.B), is a
leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality products for
building insulation, mechanical insulation, commercial roofing and roof
insulation, as well as fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial
and residential applications. JM serves markets that include aerospace,
automotive and transportation, air handling, appliance, HVAC, pipe and
equipment, filtration, waterproofing, building, flooring, interiors and
wind energy. In business since 1858, the Denver-based company has annual
sales over $3 billion and holds leadership positions in all of the key
markets that it serves. Johns Manville employs 7,600 people and operates
43 manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and China.
Additional information can be found at www.jm.com.
About Insulate America
Insulate America is the nation’s largest independent insulation
contractor. With over 200 locations serving 46 states, Insulate America
is committed to the highest quality workmanship and service. Training,
education, sharing ideas, rigorous certifications and life-long learning
separate Insulate America as professionals in the industry. Learn more
at www.insulateamerica.com.
Contacts
Linhart PR for Johns Manville
Kelly Nash, 303-515-2404
knash@linhartpr.com