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Cobb Hill Construction receives a 2013 first place award from the National Association of Home Builders Safety Awards for Excellence

Cobb Hill Construction has received a 2013 first place award from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Mutual Insurance Company Safety Awards for Excellence (SAFE) in the Light Commercial Contractor Safety Program of the Year category. The category consists of general contractors with 50 employees or less engaged in construction of commercial buildings, including but not limited to the following: self-storage facilities, strip malls, office buildings, mixed-use developments, community centers and schools. "Safety is our top priority at Cobb Hill and our safety initiatives are designed with the latest industry standards and practices in mind," said Cobb Hill safety officer Geoffrey Magoon. "We appreciate this recognition of our efforts from a national organization like the NAHB." The NAHB/Mutual Insurance Company SAFE awards program recognizes the achievements of home builders and trade contractors who have developed and implemented high quality construction safety programs, and honors government officials and NAHB-affiliated associations that have made successful efforts to advance safety in the home building industry. Cobb Hill Construction is an award-winning, signature builder that has excelled in the residential and commercial market for more than 26 years. Dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and expert craftsmanship, Cobb Hill has maintained a strong community-centric focus. Their exclusive pre-construction planning process ensures a confident and timely execution that's within budget - every time.
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