"We are honored to accept the awards for projects that were judged by an impartial panel of experts within the industry and allied fields," said Dan Druml, president and owner of the local Paul Davis franchise office. Awards were based on problem solving, functionality, aesthetics, craftsmanship, innovation, degree of difficulty and entry presentations.

Specifically, the WRA 2013 Gold award was presented for Paul Davis' high-profile fire damage and remodeling work at the historic Bourbon & Tunns Tavern in the Third Ward. The three-story bar, restaurant, banquet hall, kitchen and basement of the Tavern was severely damaged by a late night chemical fire in the basement. The fire burned for 30 minutes without a source of ventilation, which allowed the fire to smolder throughout the 7,860 square foot building.

Paul Davis was immediately called upon for emergency services, along with fire, soot, and smoke damage restoration, and odor removal. The company completed extensive and complex repairs, restoration and remodeling throughout the structure. Additionally, the electrical system was updated while addressing code and convenience factors. The remodeling project represents Paul Davis'

award-winning design and construction achievements in southeast Wisconsin for more than 20 years.

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