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Inspiration for Better Living • Sunday, September 27, 2020 •
A Special Advertising Section of The Billings Gazette
September 18/19/20 & 25/26/27 Ban Construction
Bighorn Construction & Drywall
Brown Builders
PARADE OF HOMES,
BUILDING WITH INTEGRITY The Home Builders Association is pleased to present 11 of the most unique Billings and Red Lodge homes constructed by HBA members specifically for the 2020 Parade of Homes.
changes in state and local codes and regulations. This all benefits you when you choose to do business with an HBA member. In addition to HBA builder members, a list of HBA member subcontractors and suppliers for each home can be found on each of the Now in its 30th year, this year’s group of homes builder pages in the event magazine located at each features some of the most unique examples of design home. They too follow the same standards as our and technology, while incorporating some tradi- builder members. tional style trends. Most important is the integrity of those involved with the construction of each Today is the last day of the 2020 Parade of Homes. home on the tour. Hours are noon to 5 p.m. Tickets are $10 per adult (children under the age of 12 are unable to tour the All builders featured in the Parade of Homes homes this year) and can be purchased online only are members of the Home Builders Association of at BillingsParadeOfHomes.com. Billings. We feel this is important to you because our members have made a choice to be part of This year’s Parade of Homes builders are Ban the HBA. Their membership means they strive to Construction, Bighorn Construction & Drywall, maintain the highest standards in all aspects of their Brown Builders, Cougar Construction, Helgeson business and the building industry. Today’s home Construction, Image Builders, LC Custom Homes, building industry requires skilled, knowledgeable Mac Leffler Homes, McCall Homes, Trailhead professionals who are committed to quality and a Builders of Montana and Wells Built Homes. solid code of ethics. Our members stay abreast of the latest industry trends, designs, technology, and
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The Details
Map to the Homes
Last Day!
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September 27. This year’s Parade of Homes showcases the best of Billings residential construction. Eleven properties from 11 contractors are highlighted for quality craftsmanship and unique design across two weeks.
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Presented by the Home Builders Association of Billings, the Parade of Homes offers inspiration to future homebuyers, renovators and contractors with its array of new builds.
RED LODGE
Face masks are required in the homes this year. Photography is not allowed at the Parade.
Day Tours:
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Friday, September 18 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday, September 19 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
1. Trailhead Builders of MT • 3019 Bluebell Ave, Red Lodge........10 2. McCall Homes • 1602 Anna’s Garden Lane.................................14 3. Bighorn Construction and Drywall • 6114 Arthur Avenue........18 4. Mac Leffler Construction • 1336 Riviera Way.............................22 5. Image Builders • 1333 Riviera Place............................................26 6. Ban Construction • 1337 Fisher Island Place..............................30 7. Brown Builders • 103 Pavestone Trail.........................................36 8. LC Custom Homes • 4910 Verde Lane........................................40 9. Helgeson Construction • 2506 Mountain Range Court.............44 10. Wells Built Homes • 4772 Audubon Way....................................48 11. Cougar Construction • 6163 Autumnwood Drive......................52
Sunday, September 20 noon – 5 p.m. Friday, September 25 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday, September 26 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, September 27 noon – 5 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person
(Children under the age of 12 are unable to tour the homes this year)
Tickets sold online only. Go to BillingsParadeOfHomes.com for tickets, event details and COVID Event Guidelines.
Enjoy your self-guided tour of these spectacular
Enjoy your tour of these homes. Youself-guided may only visit each homespectacular one time homes. Youtour mayhours. only visit each home one time during the Electronically purchased ticket holders are automatically entered into during the tour hours. Electronically purchased the Support Local Prize Drawing.entered Paper ticketticket holders are automatically into the holders, please deposit your ticket the end Support Local Prize Drawing. Paperatticket-holdof your tour to be entered into the drawing. ers, please deposit your ticket at the end of your We cannot be responsible for lost items. Leave tour bedrinks entered into car. the drawing. We cannot food to and in your Photography and be responsible lost items. Leave and videography arefor not permitted. Thisfood includes photosintaken cellular telephones. drinks yourwith car. Photography and videography are not permitted. This includes photos taken with cellular telephones.
Touring the Homes While Addressing COVID: Touring under the Homes Addressing COVID: Children 12 areWhile not permitted on the Children under 12isare not permitted on the tour. tour. A paid ticket required for all guests, including children. Children remain with A paid ticket is required for must all guests, including achildren. responsible adult at all times. shoe Children must remainSocks with aorresponcoverings No bare feet the coverings homes. sible adultrequired. at all times. Socks or in shoe Please follow all posted guidelines at the required. No bare feet in the homes. Please homes.
If you are sick - STAY HOME. If you show any eventofand STAY HOME.- For signs illness including but full nottouring limited details to during COVID visit BillingsParadeOfHomes.com fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, shortness of breath, we ask that you do not attend the event and STAY aHOME. For understand full touring details By purchasing ticket you that you during COVID visit are attending this BillingsParadeOfHomes.com event at your own risk and or see information on page 8 of this magazine. agree to hold harmless the Home Builders Association of Billings and any all event participants follow all posted guidelines at the homes. By purchasing a ticket youand understand that from injuries, illnesses or damages while you are attending this event at yourincurred own risk attending the event. and agree to hold harmless the Home Builders If you are sick - STAY HOME. If you show any Association of Billings and any and all event signs of illness including - but not limited to fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, shortness participants from injuries, illnesses or damages incurred while attending the event.
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ELDER GROVE SCHOOL
A R T HU R AVE
CARLES SA LN
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HESPER ROAD
HOW TO HIRE AN HONEST CONTRACTOR After a severe storm, home owners may find it necessary to call in professionals to help repair damage to their homes. It’s an unfortunate fact of life that after a natural or man-made disaster, there are people who will try to profit from a community’s misfortune. But a fly-by-night contractor is one disaster you can prevent if you follow a few steps to ensure you hire a reputable professional. In fact, it makes sense to follow these guidlines when you are evaluating any potential contractor, whether it’s for post-disaster repairs or a planned renovation of your home.
Here are some guidelines to keep in mind: Price and payment • Contact the Home Builders Association to verify you are working with a local, legitimate contractor. • Don’t get pressured into signing a contract immediately. • Talk to your insurance company. If you’re covered, legitimate contractors can be paid by insurance funds with no money up front by you. • Make sure you have a contract that spells out exactly what work will be done, when it will be started and completed and all cost to you are spelled out. References • Confirm that the contractor has a verified mailing address address for their business. • Check with the HBA to see if the contractor is a member or what they may know about the business. • Check with the city to make sure the contractor has a local business license. • Check out the business on consumer review sites such as Angie’s List or HomeAdvisor. Contract and Completion • Be cautious of anyone who tells you “A contract is not necessary.” • Ensure the final payment is not due until the job is completely finished. Following these guidelines will help you select a contractor who will do quality work, and stand behind it. To learn more about finding a reliable contractor with an established business in our community, contact the Home Builders Association of Billings at www.hbabillings.net or call 406-252-7533.
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• Safety: Trips and falls can occur at night when trying to traverse walkways and landscapes in the dark, as it can be difficult to see rocks, stairs and uneven pavement. Outdoor lighting can illuminate pathways, entryways and other areas for safer access for homeowners and their guests. • Extend outdoor entertaining: Ample lighting can increase the amount of time one can use outdoor spaces and make them the perfect gathering spot. As autumn arrives, days become shorter. However, patios, porches and more can get extended use with lighting. • Safeguard security: A well-lit home may be less likely to be targeted by burglars than one swathed in darkness and shadows. Lights can remain on all evening or be motion-triggered. Setting lights on timers also ensures that the home is illuminated whether residents are home or not. • Create drama: Landscape lighting designers can establish focal points around the landscape and highlight the best features of a property. Uplighting in trees, silhouetting techniques to showcase plants and spotlights to show off architectural features are all options for homeowners to consider. • Add value: The experts at Parker Homescape, a landscape design service, say that exterior lighting can add roughly 30 percent to the value of a home. They also indicate that 50 percent of all home buyers say that outdoor lighting is important when buying a home. If current residents are thinking about selling, now may be the time to invest in exterior lighting.
Improving a home’s exterior may be as simple as adding more lighting to improve functionality and beauty.
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SILVER CREEK ESTATES SUBDIVISION
HELGESON CONSTRUCTION
46TH ST. W
RIMROCK ROAD
BLUE MOON CT
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1333 RIVIERA PLACE
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64TH ST. W
THE NINES SUBDIVISION
KING AVENUE
FRIAR’S HEAD PL
O ’ DO N N E L
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L LA N E
MURIFIELD PL
ELDER GROVE SCHOOL
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60TH ST. W
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4910 VERDE LANE
VERDE MEADOWS SUBDIVISION
LC CUSTOM HOMES
VERDE LN
48TH ST. WEST
HAZLENUT AVE
CENTRAL AVENUE
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1336 RIVIERA WAY
MAC LEFFLER CONSTRUCTION
64TH ST. W
THE NINES SUBDIVISION
KING AVENUE
FRIAR’S HEAD PL
O ’ DO N N E L
PRAIRIE DUNES PL
L LA N E
MURIFIELD PL
ELDER GROVE SCHOOL
AMEN CORNER PL SHINNECOCK CIR
60TH ST. W
F8
S LN AMEN CORNER
SHINNECOCK PL RIVIERA PL
FISHER ISLAND PL
MEDINAH PL
HESPER ROAD
1602 ANNA’S GARDEN LANE
MCCALL HOMES
JEAN LN
ANNA’S GARDEN LN
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FARMSTEAD AVE
ELYSIAN RD
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