Pleasant View-based insulation installer, Michael Bowdish of J&K Insulation, to participate in annual America’s Best Installer competition for $10,000 prize
DENVER – Oct. 14, 2019 – Michael Bowdish of J&K Insulation, based in Pleasant View, will compete in November in the 17th annual America’s Best Installer competition. The event will take place from Nov. 7-9 at the EXDO Event Center in Denver, where he will compete against 22 other insulation installers from across the country in a time and skills competition for a $10,000 grand prize.
Since its creation in 2003 by building products manufacturer Johns Manville and Insulate America, the competition has served as an annual reminder of the importance of a proper installation. The competition recognizes how the skills, hard work and dedication of local insulation installers can contribute to a more energy efficient home, resulting in lower heating and cooling bills for homeowners.
“Energy efficiency, especially as the weather turns colder, is an important consideration for many homeowners, and the annual Best Installer competition is a fun and interactive way to see it practically applied,” said Bob Wamboldt, president of Insulation Systems at Johns Manville. “Plus, it allows us to recognize and celebrate the country’s best installers while they show off their skills, learn from one another and continue to improve this profession.”
The three-day hands-on competition includes a simulated home installation, which requires competitors to install JM formaldehyde-free insulation batts into mock home structures. To further test the installers’ skills, the home structures are filled with obstacles like pipes, vaulted ceilings and electrical outlets. Installers’ performances are judged by experts on workmanship and install quality, speed, material use and reaction to the various barriers; the same criteria installers are judged on every day by homeowners and businesses.
In addition to the $10,000 grand prize winner, three additional installers will be recognized and compensated as competition finalists. The second-place winner will earn a $5,000 cash prize, the third-place winner a $3,500 cash prize and the fourth-place winner a $2,500 cash prize. Additional installers will also be awarded with cash prizes during the preliminary rounds of competition. America’s Best Insulation Installer and the additional finalists will be announced during an awards ceremony on Nov. 9.
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 8,000 people and operates 42 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 175 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.
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