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Welcome Jerry Ball to Ideal Partners

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We are thrilled to introduce Jerry Ball, who will be leading our Ideal Security & Executive Protection Systems teams. A Fort Worth native and TCU Alumni, Jerry has embarked on a remarkable career dedicated to safeguarding others and pioneering excellence in security services.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jerry Ball to our IDEAL Security team! Former Vice President at Executive Protective Systems, Jerry brings invaluable experience. Excited to see what 2024 has in store with you on our team!”

Kortney Paul – Owner of Ideal Partners

During his 15 years in the U.S. Secret Service, he held pivotal roles including a year at the Fort Worth Office, a distinguished four-year term at the White House, and a decade-long contribution at the Oklahoma City Field Office.

Jerry Ball - Ideal Partners

Transitioning into the private sector, Jerry’s leadership shone brightly during his 40-year tenure as Vice President of Security for Burnett Companies. He also founded and managed Executive Protective System, a distinguished division within Burnett Companies.

Ideal Partners’ recent acquisition of EPS has brought great excitement, with Jerry at the helm, spearheading our mission to provide cutting-edge security solutions to our valued customers. This merger of EPS and Ideal Security promises a brighter future for our clients, partners, and employees.

Beyond his corporate role, Jerry’s commitment to public service spanned 30 years as a Reserve Police Officer for Westover Hills PD in Texas, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to community safety.

On a personal front, Jerry celebrates 55 years of marriage, cherishing a profound partnership and the joys of raising a daughter and nurturing two beloved grandsons. When not immersed in security, he finds solace in pursuits such as biking, fishing, hunting, and ensuring the safety of his local church.

Jerry’s impressive credentials are a testament to his dedication. He holds esteemed certifications as a State Certified Instructor for both classroom and gun range settings, along with accreditation as a Personal Protection Officer in the State of Texas.

In his current role as the Director of Operations at Ideal Security and EPS, Jerry’s focus is on nurturing and elevating the Security Division. His aspiration is to elevate it into the preeminent electronic Security Provider in the dynamic Fort Worth & Dallas marketplace. Jerry’s leadership and expertise are poised to bring our security services to new heights.

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Introducing Ideal Roofing Solutions

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Ideal Partners is proud to announce the addition of Ideal Roofing Solutions to our family of services just in time for spring. You know you can expect warmer weather, more rain, plus hail and even tornadoes this time of year, so this is an important time to inspect your roof. Homeowners should be looking out for leaks, cracks, moss or other unusual spots, missing shingles, and water spots in the attic. You should also consider a more thorough inspection to prepare for the spring and summer seasons. The easiest way to get that peace of mind is by calling a professional to come and inspect your home’s roof.

When you call the pros at Ideal Roofing Solutions for a comprehensive inspection, our experienced team will check for all the items above plus hidden damage, daylight peaking through the attic, and much more. We’ll also look for small problems that can be patched up now to prevent large problems later.

If your roof is getting old, Ideal can give you a free estimate to replace it too.

Ideal Partners is excited to add roofing to our growing list of services. If you’re in need of a roofing inspection this spring, contact Ideal Partners today.

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LaDainian “LT.” Tomlinson

LaDainian “LT” Tomlinson is now known as the electrifying running back that powered the early 2000’s San Diego Chargers offense, but many fans don’t know the origin of his storied career that began deep in the heart of Texas. Tomlinson was born in the town of Rosebud and attended University High School in Waco where he grabbed the attention of college programs during his senior season by rushing for 2,554 yards and 39 touchdowns. He was District MVP and an All-State selection. But that was just the beginning.

Tomlinson earned a scholarship to TCU, where he split running back duties with future NFL running back Basil Mitchell his first two seasons. He showed great promise and rushed for over 500 yards each year.

Tomlinson ran like a back who had been shot out of a cannon as the starter during his junior season. He finished with 1,850 yards and 19 touchdowns and lead the Horned Frogs to an improved record of 7-4. The season included a record-setting 43-carry, 406-yard, 6-touchdown game against the University of Texas El Paso and culminated with a win against East Carolina in the Mobile (Alabama) Bowl.

Tomlinson had an even better senior season in 2000 as the Frogs finished 10-1. LT led the NCAA in rushing with 2,158 yards and added 22 touchdowns. He also won multiple awards as the nation’s best running back, including the Doak Walker Award and the Jim Brown Trophy, and came in fourth place in voting for the Heisman Trophy. Tomlinson’s achievements at TCU have since earned him a place in the College Football Hall of Fame and the retirement of his No. 5 jersey in 2005.

LT was drafted with the fifth overall pick of the 2001 NFL Draft by San Diego. He joined a rebuilding Chargers team that had only won one game the prior season. Tomlinson again exploded onto the scene his rookie year with 412 yards and six touchdowns in the first four games of his career. His pace slowed, but he was still a top-ten running back in yards and finished second in Rookie of the Year voting.

Tomlinson continued to find success with the Chargers, especially with the addition of Marty Schottenheimer as head coach in his second season. Schottenheimer ran an old school, hard-nosed style offense with a heavy emphasis on the running game. Tomlinson won numerous rushing titles and awards and never rushed for less than 1,300 yards under Schottenheimer. He was named the NFL MVP and Offensive Player of the Year for his 1,815 rushing yards and 31 touchdowns in 2006. Tomlinson’s 28 rushing touchdowns, 31 total touchdowns, and 186 points remain NFL records.

Despite hitting his peak in 2006, Tomlinson continued to perform at a high level for years to come. He again led the league in rushing yards and touchdowns in 2007 and had over 1,000 rushing yards in both 2007 and 2008. LT left the Chargers after an injury-riddled 2009 season and played for the New York Jets under head coach Rex Ryan in 2010. In his first year with the Jets, Tomlinson played a key role in getting the run-first, defensive-minded team to the AFC Championship game, where they narrowly lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers. He played one more injury-plagued season for the Jets before officially retiring with the Chargers in 2011. LT was named to the NFL Hall of Fame in 2017.

Since retiring, Tomlinson has served as an in-studio analyst for the NFL Network show “First on the Field,” and is still with the network. Tomlinson also covers Chargers preseason games for CBS. Tomlinson’s most recent role has been to serve as a special assistant to ownership for the Los Angeles Chargers to help increase the team’s fanbase after relocating from San Diego in 2017.

LT is on the short list of the greatest running backs of all time for both professional and collegiate football. His impact on the TCU program is undeniable. He is a candidate for the Ideal Frog Award created by Ideal Partners to choose the greatest football Frog of all time. Go to https://www.idealpartners.com/vote-for-ideal-frog/ to learn more and cast your vote today.

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Texas Legend Davey O’Brien

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Davey O’Brien had a simple task when he became the starting quarterback for the Frogs in 1937. He had to replace the legendary Sammy Baugh who put up huge numbers and played three positions. Not only did O’Brien match Baugh by excelling at three positions, but he also eventually led TCU to a national championship and won the Heisman Trophy.

O’Brien, who was only 5’ 7”, started his football journey in Dallas at Woodrow Wilson High School where he was a three-year starter, played quarterback, defensive back, and punter, and earned all-state honors.

O’Brien started his career at TCU in 1935 as the backup to Baugh before taking over as the starting QB in 1937. The Frogs went 4-4-2 that season, but O’Brien showed promise and was named First-Team All- Southwest Conference.

The 1938 season was the one that would propel O’Brien onto the national stage. He threw for 1,457 yards and 19 touchdowns. He broke the conference record for most yards in a season and set the record for most rushing and passing plays in a season, a record that still stands today. He won both the Heisman and the Maxwell awards, the only player at that point to earn both in the same year.

On top of his individual excellence, the Frogs outscored their opponents 269-60 and allowed only one opponent to score more than seven points during an undefeated season TCU went on to win the Sugar Bowl against Carnegie Tech and was crowned national champions of the Associated Press Poll.

The Philadelphia Eagles picked O’Brien fourth overall in the 1939 NFL draft based on the potential shown in his record-shattering senior season. He was the first Heisman trophy winner to play in the NFL, but the Eagles struggled in the two years O’Brien was there, finishing last in the division both years. Not that O’Brien didn’t do his part, however, as he threw for 1,324 yards in his rookie season, breaking Sammy Baugh’s record.

His second year was hindered by appendectomy surgery before the season began, but he once again led the league in several passing categories. The Eagles failed to improve their record from the previous season though, and after the end of the season, O’Brien retired from the NFL.

O’Brien’s career was astounding in almost every metric. He continued to play three positions, even into the NFL where he recorded four interceptions and recorded a 40.7-yard punting average on top of his passing records. O’Brien ended his professional career with 2,614 passing yards and 11 touchdown passes and was chosen All Pro and selected to the Pro Bowl (NFL All-Star game).

After retiring from professional football, O’Brien became an FBI agent for ten years. In 1950, he resigned and went to work for H.L. Hunt in land development and later entered the oil business. He also served as an advisor to Hunt during the founding of the American Football League. During this time, he moved back to Dallas. O’Brien was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1955 and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in 1956. He also served as the color commentator for Dallas Cowboys telecasts from 1960 to 1964. In 1971, O’Brien was diagnosed with cancer and underwent surgery to remove the disease, but eventually passed away in 1977.

While small in stature, Davey O’Brien is one of the biggest stars in TCU history and undoubtedly one of the best quarterbacks in the history of college football. He is a candidate for the Ideal Frog Award presented by Ideal Partners. Click here to learn more and cast your vote.

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The Renowned Career of Bob “Tiger” Lilly

Football fans around the country know of Bob Lilly as the anchor of the dreaded “Doomsday Defense” of the Dallas Cowboys, but Lilly’s football career began long before then in the small town of Throckmorton, Texas. Lilly was a dual-sport athlete at Throckmorton High School, achieving all-district honors in both football and basketball by his junior year. After his family moved to Oregon for his senior year, Lilly finally achieved all-state honors in both sports.

Lilly chose to return to Texas to continue playing football at TCU, where he received an athletic scholarship and the nickname “Tiger” from his teammates. In his sophomore season, the Frogs surprised college football by winning the Southwest Conference Championship. Lilly became a starter in the next two seasons and helped the Frogs to a tie for the conference championship title with the University of Texas and University of Arkansas while receiving all-conference honors his junior year. In that year, the Horned Frogs defense allowed only eight points per game.

In his senior year, Lilly was named All-American despite an underwhelming season from the team. His individual performances earned him spots in four different postseason bowl games: the East-West Shrine Game, the Hula Bowl, the Coaches All-America Game, and the College All-Star Game. His excellent play solidified his position as one of the best defensive players in the country going into the 1961 NFL draft.

Bob Lilly was drafted 13th overall in 1961 with the Cowboy’s first ever draft pick in franchise history. Lilly started his career playing defensive end, but after Dallas head coach Tom Landry changed his position to defensive tackle, his career took off as the centerpiece of the “Doomsday Defense.”

In 1970, the Cowboys finally made the Super Bowl, but lost to the Baltimore Colts 16-13 on a last-minute field goal. In 1971, the Cowboys again made the Super Bowl and stomped the Miami Dolphins 24-3. In that game, Lilly famously sacked quarterback Bob Griese for a 29-yard loss, an NFL record at the time.

Lilly retired in 1974 as a seven-time All-Pro and 11-time Pro Bowler. Lilly was also the image of durability in his time in the NFL, only missing one game in 13 years. In 1975, Lilly was the first ever player inducted into the Cowboys Ring of Honor, and in 1980, he was inducted as a first-ballot player into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

After retiring, Lilly operated a beer distribution company until 1982, when he sold the business and took up his lifelong hobby of photography as a profession through a landscape photography business. Lilly’s photographs from his playing career of teammates and stadiums were published in the 1983 book “Bob Lilly Reflections.” Lilly also opened a photo gallery while living in New Mexico. In 1989, Lilly finally settled down in Graham, Texas, where he lives today with his wife, Ann.

The Ideal Frog Poll was designed to decide, once and for all, the greatest TCU Horned Frog football player of all time in the eyes of Horned Frog fans. The candidates include Bob Lilly, Sammy Baugh, Davey O’Brien, and LaDainian Tomlinson. The poll is sponsored by Ideal Partners, a Fort Worth-based company offering HVAC, pest control, security, and fire protection services. Fans can follow this link to cast their vote for the “Ideal Frog.”

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The Legend of Slingin’ Sammy Baugh

Samuel “Slingin’ Sammy” Baugh was one of the earliest star quarterbacks in college football and the NFL. Despite earning his stardom at Texas Christian University, Baugh almost chose to play elsewhere. One of the deciding factors in helping Baugh choose to play at TCU was that coach Dutch Meyer told him he could play baseball, basketball, and football. By the end of his career, Baugh was seen as a prolific quarterback, punter and defensive back for his era and helped to shape the game of football into the game we know today.

He was originally more interested in playing baseball professionally than football, even earning the nickname “Slingin’ Sammy” for his play on the diamond during college. After graduating, Baugh signed a contract to play baseball with the St. Louis Cardinals and spent time in the minor league and the international league before deciding to focus on professional football.

Baugh’s statistics for his football career at TCU were impressive for the era in which he competed, especially since the forward pass was just becoming an integral part of the game. He totaled 3,320 yards and 40 touchdowns in his three years as the team’s starter. He compiled the bulk of his stats during his junior and senior seasons, as he threw for over 1,100 each year 30 TD passes. He also led the Frogs to two bowl wins, a 3-2 victory over LSU in the 1936 Sugar Bowl, and a 16-6 victory over Marquette in the first ever Cotton Bowl in 1937, for which he was named the game’s MVP.

Baugh also played defensive back and punter during college, meaning that he rarely left the field during games. His stellar performances in all phases of the game earned him All-American Honors in both his junior and senior seasons.

Based on his impressive collegiate achievements, the Washington redskins made him the No. 6 overall selection in the 1937 NFL Draft. Baugh came out of the gate swinging his rookie year and led the league in completions (91) and passing yards (1,127) for the season. In the 1937 championship game against the Chicago Bears, Baugh finished 17 of 35 for 355 yards with three touchdown passes. His record-setting performance propelled the team to a 28-21 victory, earning Baugh his first of two NFL championship titles.

Baugh continued to dominate in the league for years afterward, including another championship victory in 1942. His 1943 season is considered by many to be the best season ever played by a professional football player. That year, he led the league in pass completions, punting average, and interceptions. This is a feat that has never been replicated and most likely, never will.

Other achievements in Baugh’s career include leading the league in completion percentage in 1945 with a 70.33% performance. This stands as the fourth best completion percentage for a season to this day, falling only behind a season from Ken Anderson and two from Drew Brees. In 1947, Baugh completed 6 touchdown passes in a game against the Cardinals, on a day that became known as “Sammy Baugh Day.”

Baugh retired in 1952, after 16 seasons with the Redskins. He finished with 21,887 yards and 187 touchdowns, the second highest all-time punting average, and 31 interceptions from the six years he played defensive back. He remains one of the great all-time legends of collegiate and NFL Football and is a member of the Hall of fames of both. After his playing days were over, he settled in a ranch in Double Mountain, Texas and enjoyed a successful business career as a rancher. Slingin’ Sammy passed away in 2008 in the town of Jayton, not far from his ranch.

The Ideal Frog Poll was designed to decide, once and for all, the greatest TCU Horned Frog football player of all time in the eyes of Horned Frog fans. The candidates include Sammy Baugh, Bob Lilly, Davey O’Brien, and LaDainian Tomlinson. The poll is sponsored by Ideal Partners, a Fort Worth-based company offering HVAC, pest control, security, and fire protection services. Fans can follow this link to cast their vote for the “Ideal Frog.”

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Ideal Partners Announces “Ideal Frog” Poll

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Fort Worth, TX: Ideal Partners, a Fort Worth-based home solutions company is offering TCU fans the chance to help select the best TCU football player of all time.

Ideal Partners is a longtime partner of TCU Athletics and will sponsor a poll to determine the “Ideal Frog” from August 15 through December 15, 2022. The poll will be promoted through radio ads on TCU football games and a three month-social media campaign.

Fans can choose from a star-studded cast of former Frogs including quarterbacks Sammy Baugh and Davey O’Brien, defensive tackle Bob Lilly, and running back LaDainian Tomlinson. They are four of the most decorated Frogs ever and all are in the College Football Hall of Fame.

Ideal Partners CEO Kortney Paul is looking forward to seeing how the fans vote for this unique honor.

“There have been many legendary football players that have played for the Horned Frogs throughout the years,” Paul said. “This is an opportunity to let the fans decide once and for all who is the ‘Ideal Frog’.”

For more information on the Ideal Frog Promotion or to cast your vote, click here!

About Ideal Partners:

Ideal Partners is a commercial and residential services group specializing in HVAC, pest control, home security and fire control and concrete. Ideal Partners services the North Texas region with over 100 years of combined experience from its technicians and management staff.

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Kelly Johns Named First President of Ideal Partners

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Kelly Johns has been named President of Ideal Partners, CEO Kortney Paul announced today. Johns is Ideal Partners’ first president and brings to the company a wide range of knowledge and an array of experience in business growth and operational excellence.

Johns, a 1993 graduate of Texas Christian University where he was also a pitcher for the Frogs baseball team, most recently served as Director of Procurement for Walker Engineering. Johns also worked for Crawford Electric Company where he worked his way from Branch Manager to Regional Vice-President.

“This is a tremendous opportunity to assist and contribute to the rapid organic and acquisitional growth of Ideal Partners,” Johns said. “I’m looking forward to working with the talented team in place to help the company continue to service the Fort Worth community with a vast variety of services.”

Ideal Partners is a North Texas-based servicing group with focuses on commercial and residential fire protection, security, pest control, and HVAC.

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Message from Ideal Partners regarding COVID-19

At Ideal Partners, the health and safety of our customers and employees is our highest priority. In response to the public health situation related to coronavirus (COVID-19), we are diligently monitoring updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO) as well as local governing bodies and medical professionals to ensure we are taking the necessary precautions to protect our customers’ health and safety and continue providing our required services.

We will maintain all efforts to service our customers with minimal impact to your daily operations and current higher concerns.   We can schedule in accordance with your requirements and availability.  We want to ensure that your protection and the expected coverage we provide is not jeopardized during this time.  We will evaluate each case and work with you to get your immediate needs addressed while protecting everyone involved and adhering to the changing rules and policies being implemented.

We appreciate your partnership and understanding during this challenging time.

Additional precautionary measures we are taking as a company:

Continuous Excellent Hygiene Etiquette

All of our Ideal team members are following these preventative safety measures:

  • Cleaning our hands often, 20 seconds with soap
  • Using hand sanitizer when available
  • Keeping a safe distance (6feet) from people who are sneezing/coughing
  • Cleaning frequently touched surfaces
  • Cleaning our workspace with virucide disinfectant

Keeping our Customers safe

  • Before entering a worksite, we will communicate that we’re healthy and ask if our customer is also
  • Instead of shaking hands with a customer, we may say hello with a wave
  • All customers may ask questions regarding the virus and we will answer according to the most recent company update and procedure.

Please contact us should you have any concerns in regards to our services at our office or by email. 

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