DON'T LET YOUR GUARD DOWN - BE PREPARED!

Historically, the majority of tropical storms and hurricanes that have impacted our island have occurred during the months of August and September. However, we are already in hurricane season, and a damaging storm can occur anytime between now and November.

Therefore, it is not too early to start preparing yourself, your family, your home, and your business for a tropical storm or hurricane.

• "Hurricane season's most active weeks are still ahead of us, so the short-term lull in the Atlantic should not make you let your guard down."

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) 2022 seasonal outlook predicts an above average number of hurricanes this season. Regardless of the number of storms, it only takes one storm to create devastating effects — especially if you aren’t prepared when it hits.

Find out more about the hazards of hurricanes and what you can do to make sure your family, your home, and your business are ready before a storm hits.

Know your emergency shelters

It’s important to have plans in case your family needs to take action before or during a storm. There are a few things you should consider:

If you live on the coast or in flood prone area, you may have to evacuate in the event of a major storm.

While you'll no doubt get instructions from the local government, it's wise to create your evacuation plan well before a disaster strikes. This way, you can know ahead of time about the nearest shelters.

Build an Emergency Kit

Hurricanes can cause extended power outages, flooding, and blocked roads. You should have an emergency kit to sustain yourself and your family for at least 72 hours in case you lose power, if stranded in your home, or nearby stores are closed or damaged. Make sure your kit includes:

• Bottled water                        Shelf-stable food            Flashlights
• A radio and extra batteries          A first-aid kit and sanitation items        
• Important documents and records
• Clothing                             A charged cell phone        
• Cash

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As part of your emergency plans, The National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) has recommended that the following hurricane preparedness supplies should be part of your supplies repertoire. At Rayneau we are well stocked to meet all your hurricane needs. 

Stay Informed

As a storm approaches, monitor media reports and follow instructions from public safety officials with these tools:

•     Social Media — Follow NEMO Facebook  for emergency updates during hurricanes.
•     Local  Radio and Television Stations — Check with your local emergency radio and television stations for timely emergency notification.

Preparing for a tropical storm or hurricane takes a bit of time and effort, but it will be worth it if a storm hits St Lucia. Share these tips to help friends and family prepare during hurricane season.

Pay us a visit at our Corinth (450-7247) Monchy (450-7248) Vide Bouteille (450-7246) or Babonneau (450-5759) branch for all your hurricane supplies.

BRAND CHARCOAL GRILLS FOR SIMPLICITY, VERSATILITY, AND CONVENIENCE

Our  climate allows us to barbecue year-round. And when we have those few truly hot days, don’t get caught in a hot kitchen cooking dinner—an entire meal can be easily cooked on a barbecue. Rayneau  offers Omaha and Weber grills, brands that you or your favorite backyard cook will enjoy for years to come. 

Wanting to enjoy the ultimate outdoor barbecue experience? Look no further than Rayneau! Our stores carry grills in various sizes, along with a large assortment of  accessories that will take your grilling to new heights. Omaha and Weber brands are the perfect grills for everyone—from the world’s most acclaimed chefs to the backyard chef who want simplicity, versatility, and convenience.

Charcoal grills can be less expensive than gas grills. While our Rayneau Stores at Corinth, Babonneau, Monchy and Vide Bouteille have a variety of charcoal grills in stock and on display, if we don’t have the exact color or style you desire, we can special order it and have it to you in a matter of days. 

Some folks like the taste of food cooked over natural wood smoke.  Hot coals can also be arranged so that you can cook some foods over the hottest direct heat, while other foods can be cooked longer over less direct heat. You’ll find a variety of charcoal grills at our stores, from portable grills that you can take camping or to the beach, to traditional kettle styles. Just add charcoal and food! 

Get in touch with us today - visit or call our hardware stores conveniently located in Corinth  450-7247, Vide Bouteille 450-7246, Monchy 450-7248 or Babonneau  450-5759 to discuss any requirements you might have!

MAKE A HUGE DIFFERENCE ON SITE WITH SURVEY ACCESSORIES FROM RAYNEAU!

We are continuously urging our customers to always accessorize! They may be small, but they can certainly make a huge difference on site. 

Accessories are essential purchases when buying your survey and safety equipment items.

Having the best and most appropriate equipment accessories will certainly help to enhance product capability and just to make the job that much easier!

Also, making sure you have the right accessories for a job will save you time, money and increase onsite safety.

At Rayneau, we specialize in top-quality tools and accessories for land surveyors. From essential surveying supplies like marking paint & chalk and flagging tape to precise surveying instruments, we guarantee the best prices and personal service for the hard-working people we serve.

We’ve put together a list of some of the best accessories for survey equipment:

Tripods are a simple but incredibly useful accessory and a must have for surveyors using lasers, levels, total stations & more!

Tripods are essential in holding survey equipment steady and allowing for accurate readings and results.

 Levelling staffs are also a great accessory to have - they are used with a surveyor’s level to measure difference in elevation.

Other tools and accessories categories in stock are:

1. Safety Vests & Apparel - Hi-Vis Vests, Jackets, Pants, T-shirts, Hats
2. Levels - Auto Levels, Laser Levels, Digital Levels, Hand Levels
3. Surveying Equipment - Surveyor Instrument Tripods, Prism Systems, Tribrachs & Adapters
4. Measuring - Pocket Tapes, Folding Rulers, Tape Measures, Measuring Wheels, Laser Measuring
5. Expendables - Mag Nails, Flagging Tape, Marking Paint, Field Books

We offer a full range of tools and accessories to suit specific products. Get in touch with us today - visit or call our hardware stores conveniently located in Corinth  450-7247, Vide Bouteille 450-7246, Monchy 450-7248 or Babonneau  450-5759 to discuss any requirements you might have!

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LA GUERRE AND VIDE BOUTEILLE PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN FINAL STRETCH!

Work is moving at a steady pace on both the La Guerre and Vide Bouteille Primary Schools as Construction and Industrial Equipment  (CIE) Ltd head into the final stretch of completion. “We're about to complete the final phase of the projects, however, we experienced a few delays, but we will get there on schedule," says architect, Jeffrey Mckie.

McKie confirms that all major works are completed and that the finishing touches are now in progress - facing, plastering, woodworking, flooring, painting, etc.

The new two-storey Vide Bouteille Primary School reinforced concrete building, takes up approximate;y total floor area of 13,571 sq. ft., which comprises of school teaching and administration space. It is set on a 43,044sq ft. lot. 

Vide Bouteille Primary School

Other ammenities include: 

• an external area, open breezeway, 
• parking lot area  for staff, and visitors' vehicles connecting to the existing roadway, 
• wheelchair and pedestrian accesses to building, 
• septic system 
• rainwater harvesting system. 

 As for the La Guerre Primary School, it comprises a basement, ground floor and a top floor. The top floor  houses four class rooms, a library, which will also house an IT laboratory, and a music room. The ground floor  houses four classrooms, a sick bay, staff room and Principal’s office. The basement will houses an open breezeway, male and female washroom facilities, and janitorial storage area.

La Guerre Primary Achool

Both projects are undertaken through funding from the Government of Saint Lucia and co-financed by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) The are executed under the Education Quality Improvement Project (EQuIP). 

With the new academic year 3 - 4 weeks away, our teams  are working assiduously to ensure we deliver quality work on time on both projects to the satisfaction of the residents  of Babonneau and La Clery and by extension all St Lucians.

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Shop with us today or speak with one of our Customer Service Representatives for more details.  Our stores are conveniently located in Corinth 450-7247, Vide Bouteille 450-7246, Monchy 450-7248, or Babonneau 450-5759. You can also follow us on FaceBook.  

POWER WASH VS PRESSURE WASH. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?

Both power and pressure washing involve the same basic process of spraying high-pressure water at a surface for the purpose of cleaning it. And you’re likely to hear people using the two terms interchangeably. However, there is one important difference between power washing and pressure washing. Continue reading to learn more about these main differences.

Pressure wash is the function that is used most often in general cleaning situations, such as with most homes and driveways. Pressure washing is the use of a high-powered, high-pressured water machine that specializes in removing dirt, grime, mud, mold, moss, and other unwanted substances from a specific surface. The results are usually excellent and customers are quite happy with the cleaning process as a whole.

Power washing is quite similar to pressure washing, but with one major difference. That difference is heat.  Power washing involves the heating of the water used in the high-pressured water machine that provides even more cleaning power than with a regular pressure washer. The heat of the water targets tough stains and stubborn oil-based substances better than cool water machines. However, the high temperature of the water can be harmful for some surfaces.

Whether you seek the services of a professional or opt instead for buying or renting your washer, the type you choose should depend primarily on the surfaces you are going to clean. Oily and greasy surfaces are with a power washer which uses heat to melt away these stubborn stains; while dirt and debris, including moss and algae, can be cleaned away using the high-pressure jet of a pressure washer.

One thing is for sure, and that is that whichever washing technique you decide is best for your cleaning needs, whether it is power washing or pressure washing, you will be pleased with the end product. Nothing can spruce up a home, business, or the surrounding areas quite like good, thorough water cleaning.

At Rayneau Rentals & Sales we offer the best equipment for your Power or Pressure washing projects. Give us a call at (758) 450 7368 or drop by today to see how we can help you complete your next big washing project. We are located at Vide Bouteille along the Julian R. Hunte Highway. Follow us on Facebook or check out our user-friendly website.

RAYNEAU'S BUILDING AND HURRICANE SUPPLIES FOR THE BEST QUALITY

The summer holidays are winding down and the kids will soon be heading back to school. It is most often the time when many homeowners start making plans to do a little renovation or repairs which they have continuously put off - the festive season is only months away.

Small projects like roof leaks repair, galvanize or shingles replacement, guttering, drainage around the home, plastering, replacing sidings, repairs to the walkway, the patio, the window and door edges, are most often given priority. Well look no further. We've got you covered! 

Rayneau  has also introduced its "Bagged Products" to its building materials inventory. The concept behind this innovative concept is to meet the needs of customers who do not need bulk quantities of  aggregates.. Rayneau's bagged products have been designed specifically just for this purpose. 

Our Building Materials Department is well stocked with every building item you can think of. Other departments like Electrical, Plumbing, and Hardware act as complimentary departments to further enhance our customers' shopping experience. Check out our website here!

Also, bearing in mind that this hurricane season is predicted to be a very active one and the mere fact that the forecast has been updated twice this season already, we have put together a list of hurricane supplies to get you prepared for any storm.

                                                                          Hurricane Supplies 

Head down to Rayneau Construction and Industrial Products Ltd today and shop,

• Plain plywood for boarding up windows, 
• Galvanize/shingles to repair roof leaks,
• Decorative plywood for stained ceilings
• Gutters for faulty guttering
• Water storage tanks
• Handy tools
• Bagged products for masonry works

Shop with us today or speak with one of our Customer Service Representatives for more details.  Our stores are conveniently located in Corinth 450-7247, Vide Bouteille 450-7246, Monchy 450-7248, or Babonneau 450-5759 for all your home improvement  and hurricane supplies. You can also follow us on FaceBook.  

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS TO AN AWESOME LEADER WITH A BIG HEART!!

Today marks the birthday of the Team Leader, and CEO of Rayneau Group of Companies Ltd, Rayneau Gajadhar. In celebration of his birthday we take the liberty to give you a sneek peek into just a few of the entrepreneurial projects he has delivered over the years. 

Mr Gajadhar believes in giving back to the community, especially when it serves a good purpose - in so doing he makes the community a better place to live. Giving back is in his DNA. Sit back, read on, and enjoy!

1 -  On Saturday June 18, 2022, at the La Clery Community Centre, Rayneau Group of Companies Ltd presented over $20,000.00 to aspiring young entrepreneurs from the Castries North Constituency, as an incentive to further their entrepreneurial skills and talents showcased at the Youth Expose which was held earlier this year Want to know more, click here.

Mr Gajadhar further pledged to give back to each awardee, “50% of their profits at the end of the first year, if proper accounts are kept.”

2 - The presentation of a needy piece of equipment by the Team Leader of Rayneau Group of Companies, Mr  Rayneau Gajadhar to the Special Services Unit(SSU) of the Royal St Lucia Police in the wake of Tropical Storm Gonzalo could not be more timely. Read more here.

3 - Mr Gajadhar is happy to be to be associated with the Roblot Government Cimbined School in completing this building. He believes that many schools are experiencing budget cuts and these cuts often include the elimination of support services for students.

4 - Every year during the months of July – August his company selects organizations or facilities to rehabilitate their infrastructure "Pro Bono." This year he has chosen to assist the St Lucia Red Cross Society and the Bexon Infant School which assist victims of tragedy and foster the education of our nation’s children respectively.

a)  Throughout the early part of July there’s been a flurry of activity at the Bexon R C Infant School building as it undergoes a significant face-lift in its 40 year history. Thanks to Mr Gajadhar's Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd.   Read more here. 

 b)   During the early part of July, a crew from Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd (CIE Ltd) has been on the St Lucia Red Cross Society grounds at Vigie scrubbing down the building by pressure washing it to remove cracked paint and blisters to prepare the structure for a fresh coat of paint.  Read more here. 

 5 - Mr Gajadhar’s act of generosity was directed at the Micoud Secondary School. After being contacted by the school authorities, the Team Leader of Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd (CIE Ltd) donated about 100 graduation gowns and caps totaling a sum of approximately $15,000.00 to the school for their 27^th Graduation Exercise for the students of “Class of 2016.” Each gown displays the company’s logo on the left upper side. Read about it here.

This kind of community involvement by Mr Gajadhar, still continues. At an earlier time schools like the Carmen Renee Memorial, Camille Henry, Fond Assau Primary School, the Central Police Station in Castries and a sickbay at the Corinth Secondary School have also benefitted from projects that have been done through Mr. Gajadhar's "big heart of giving."

While many philantropists may openly boast of their contributions to society Rayneau Gajadhar  is a rare exception. He is of this class of entrepreneurs that speaks little. He rather maintains the philosophic principle,  "Let my work  speak for itself."

Mr Gajadhar's dedication, determination, and vision inspire us to always give of our best. We appreciate having someone wonderful like him at the helm of affairs.

The entire team at Rayneasu Group of Companies Ltd.,wishes our Team leader Happy Birthday!  We pray on this birthday that he enjoys sound health and peace. May the year ease all his responsibilities and help all targets to be met.

                                           

 

 

HOW RAYNEAU RENTALS & SALES CAN HELP YOU WITH YOUR HOME PROJECTS

Whether you are new to home improvement or an old pro, there’s one thing that they both have in common: you need to have the right tools for the job. Since the pros use them on a regular basis, it makes sense for them to own their tools. For the homeowner, however, renting may be the better option, since some tools are so expensive or rarely used.

According to Good Housekeeping, studies have shown that the average power tool is used for only about half an hour in its lifetime. Had those tools merely been rented for a of couple hours, the homeowners would have saved a lot of money and space.

Depending on the size of your job, tools can be rented for a period of time that fits your needs. Below is a list of common tools and equipment which you can rent to make your project go smoother:

Floor care

For carpeting, there are steamers, and cleaners are available. For wood floors, there are a variety of sanders to choose from. Additionally, floor buffers and strippers are available.

Painting

Airless paint sprayers, textured paint sprayers (hoppers), ladders, and scaffolding can be rented to give your painting project professional results.

Lawn and garden

Whether you’re digging, landscaping, or cleaning up, renting the right equipment can help you get the job done much quicker. Your back will thank you, too. Choose from aerators, brush chippers, trenchers, manual or powered hole diggers, and pressure washers.

Power tools

Why fill your garage up with tools that you’ll rarely use? You can rent a variety of saws, drills, nailers, and sanders.

General construction

Choose from generators, portable heaters, cement mixers and other masonry tools, drywall lifts, air compressors, and pneumatic tools.

You also be doing your part to reduce waste for the environment. Every time somebody rents tools instead of buying, it means one less piece of packaging that will end up in our landfills. 

Some other advantages of renting over buying are the peace of mind you get when using professional quality, properly maintained equipment. There is also the added value of the pro-tips and knowledge that come from working with an experienced rental company.

Give us a call at (758) 450 7368 or drop by today to see how we can help you complete your next big project. We are located at Vide Bouteille along the Julian R Hunte Highway.

HAPPY EMANCIPATION DAY SAINT LUCIA! REMEMBER...NONE BUT OURSLEVES CAN FREE OUR MINDS!

• "UNTIL JUSTICE IS BLIND TO COLOUR, UNTIL EDUCATION IS UNAWARE OF RACE, UNTIL OPPORTUNITY IS UNCONCERNED WITH COLOUR OF MEN'S SKINS, EMANCIPATION WILL BE A PROCLAMATION BUT NOT A FACT."  ~ LYNDON B. JOHNSON.
  

TODAY is Emancipation day – a day when St Lucians, in particular, African St Lucians, observe the ending of chattel slavery and the dawn of freedom from servitude. Rayneau Group of Companies Ltd takes this opportunity to join the government in saluting our African St Lucian brothers and sisters as they celebrate with the rest of St Lucia what is easily the most important day on their calendar and by extension the St Lucian calendar.

August 1, 1834, marked the end of slavery in the Caribbean and in some countries August 1 is observed as a national holiday. All across the Caribbean— in St Lucia, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, Dominica, Grenada, all the islands — there will be tributes to our ancestors, church services, and street processions to observe the end of this very dark period in our history.

August 1, 2022 marks 184 years since the proclamation of full freedom for Africans in the British colonies.  Emancipation Day is a way for people of African descent in the Caribbean to remind themselves of the struggle for freedom.

It was not until 1834 that slavery was actually abolished on Saint Lucia. Even after slavery was officially abolished, all former slaves had to serve a four-year ‘apprenticeship’ which forced them to work for free for their former slave masters for at least three-quarters of the work week, meaning final freedom did not come until 1838. Full freedom for enslaved Africans in St Lucia was not achieved until August 1, 1838.

Emancipation Day was first "established," after the British Parliament passed the Slave Emancipation Act in 1833 banning its policy of enslaving and transporting Africans across the Atlantic Ocean to the Caribbean islands.

On August 28, 1833, the bill for the abolition of slavery in the British dominions received the royal assent. It stated:

•  Be it enacted, that all and every one of the persons who on the first day of August one thousand eight hundred and thirty four, shall be holden in slavery within such British colony as aforesaid, shall, upon and from and after the said first day of August, one thousand eight hundred and thirty-four, become and be to all intents and purposes free and discharged from all manner of slavery, and shall be absolutely and forever manumitted.

The passage of this bill in the British Parliament in England led to the emancipation of slavery in all British colonies, including St Lucia, on August 1, 1834.

The bill's passage immediately transformed thousands of enslaved Africans who were six years and older into apprentices with the intention of manumission in 1838 for former household enslaved Africans and 1840 for those who worked in the field. All children six years and under were to be made free immediately.

In 1998, members of parliament unanimously voted to designate August 1, Emancipation Day as a public holiday in Saint Lucia - It had been recognized on the first Monday in August. The introduction of Emancipation Day as a holiday provides the opportunity for us to reflect on the journey of our ancestors in their struggle for freedom.  As Bob Marley sings, "If you know your history, then you would know where you coming from". An understanding of our past and the experiences of our ancestors is important as we continue to build our country.

Not much has changed in the lives of the children of the slaves since Emancipation from our 400-year-long nightmare. We keep the hope that we can completely free ourselves of the shackles that were once on our feet. 

Today, Rayneau Group of Companies Ltd joins our brothers and sisters in the Caribbean in remembering the pain of slavery, vowing that no one will ever put us in chains again. We keep the hope for a better future for our children.

As we celebrate another Emancipation anniversary, let us as a nation redouble our efforts to wipe away the blood and tears of slavery and make Emancipation a reality of Freedom, Equality and Justice for the sons and daughters of the enslaved and for all St Lucians regardless of race, ethnicity and culture.

Happy Emancipation Day to all of our customers, clients, and by extension all St Lucians, both here and in the diaspora!

Shop with us today! Our stores are conveniently located in Corinth 450-7247, Vide Bouteille 450-7246, Monchy 450-7248, or Babonneau 450-5759. Check out our website and you can also follow us on FaceBook