Al Havner and sons hardwood floors

10/29/2026

My Heart and I Have Been Having a Long-Term Disagreement

I’ve been dealing with angina for at least 18 years. In the beginning, it only happened once in a while. The doctors told me they could treat it with medicine, so that’s what we did.

We treated it with medicine, cookies, and some ice cream.

I figured the medicine was for my heart, and the cookies and ice cream were for my morale.

For a long time, nitroglycerin and I were really good friends. I’d get some chest pain, take a pill, and most of the time, everything settled down.

We had a pretty good arrangement.

Eventually, though, one pill wasn’t enough. I had to start with two. And if two didn’t work, I’d take two more.

Apparently, my heart had developed expensive tastes.

For years, I managed to get along pretty well. Then, in the last year, everything changed. The chest pains got worse, they happened more frequently, and I started going through nitroglycerin like it was going out of style.

I went from having an occasional heart problem to running a full-time heart-management operation.

No vacation days. No sick days. No retirement plan.

And the worst part? I was doing all this work, and the damn heart wasn’t even paying me!

Then came the big surprise.

They discovered that an artery on the back of my heart was 100% blocked.

Now, you’d think after 18 years of having heart problems, somebody would have mentioned that my heart was planning to close an entire department.

But apparently, my body had found a workaround. Little blood vessels had developed to carry blood around the blockage.

So my heart had basically built its own detour.

Meanwhile, I’m sitting here taking pills, dealing with chest pain, and trying to figure out what the hell happened to my retirement years.

I started out with an occasional pill, cookies, and ice cream.

Now I’ve got a full-time job managing my heart, a medicine cabinet that looks like a pharmacy, and an artery that’s completely closed for business.

Eighteen years on the job, and I still haven’t figured out who’s in charge around here.

And I’m pretty sure it isn’t me.

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12/10/2025

Another busy week for the Havner crew — and three beautiful hardwood transformations worth showing off.

🔹 1. Sanding & Leveling (Livonia)

We took a 1960s red oak floor with waves, high spots, and deep scratches and gave it a full three-stage sanding.
The final pass left it glass-smooth and perfectly level, ready for stain and finish.

🔹 2. Full Refinishing (Royal Oak)

These original floors were fading, dull, and turning gray from years of foot traffic.
We repaired pet damage, filled gaps, applied a custom stain blend, and topped it with a commercial-grade waterborne finish.

The homeowner couldn’t believe it was the same floor.

🔹 3. New Installation (Birmingham)

We installed a brand-new white oak floor, straight-lined into the existing rooms for a seamless look.
Tight lines, zero gaps, perfect transitions — craftsmanship the big box installers will never match.

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📞 Need work done? Call or text Justin @ Al Havner & Sons Hardwood Floors: 248-549-4640

Serving the greater Metro Detroit area

✔ Installation • ✔ Sanding • ✔ Refinishing • ✔ Repairs

03/24/2025

Scratches? Fading? Warping? Avoid common hardwood flooring pitfalls with these simple tips:

🛑 Don’t drag furniture—use felt pads!
💧 Don’t let spills sit—clean them up quickly!
🌡 Do control indoor humidity—keep it between 30-50%
🌞 Do protect against sunlight—use rugs or curtains

Proper care means long-lasting beauty and durability. Learn more flooring maintenance tips at https://www.alhavner.com/ 🏡

03/19/2025

Did you know? Michigan’s fluctuating climate can affect your flooring choice. ❄️☀️ Choosing the right hardwood—like engineered wood for stability or oak for resilience—helps keep your floors looking great year-round!

🔹 Top Climate-Friendly Hardwood Options

✔ Engineered Hardwood – Handles humidity like a pro
✔ Oak – Sturdy & scratch-resistant
✔ Maple – Perfect for high-traffic areas

Make the right choice for your home today! Find out more at https://www.alhavner.com/

03/17/2025

Hardwood flooring isn't just about looks—it's about lasting value, durability, and charm that never goes out of style. Whether you're looking for classic oak, sleek maple, or rustic hickory, there's a perfect match for your home! 🌿🏡

✨ Why Choose Hardwood?
✔ Increases home value 📈
✔ Easy to maintain 🧹
✔ Improves indoor air quality 🌬
✔ Lasts for decades with proper care ⏳

Upgrade your home today! Explore top-quality hardwood flooring options here: https://www.alhavner.com/