2019 Builder's Magazine

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HOME AND SPORTS

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The official guide to the Lake Region Builder’s Association 2019 Builders Home & Sport Show

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EXHIBITORS ABC Seamless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-33,34,35 Advanced Docks & Lifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-28 Advantage Seamless Gutters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-71 All In One Outdoor Furnace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outside Anderson Brothers Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-56 Aquarius Home Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-46 At Ease Dock & Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-22,23,24,Outside B & D Granite Tops LLC . . . . . . . . . . . .B-72,73, Outside B & M Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-24 Bath Fitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-01,02 Boulder Creek Custom Homes LLC . . . . . . . . . . . .B-51 Builders FirstSource . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-04,05,06,07 Cabinets Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-38 Community Co-Ops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-85 Cullen’s Home Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-60,61,62 Culligan Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-18 Custom Porches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-20,21 Cutco Cutlery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-54 Dakota Plains Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-19 Dakota Timber Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-88,89 Designer Homes of Fargo Moorhead . . . . . . . . . .A-07 Detroit Lakes Public Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-20,21 Do-Right Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-39 Dynamic Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-15 Ecowater Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-03 Elsner Well Drilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-25 EZ Open Garage Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-08 Fargo Roofing & Siding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-11,12 Fingalson Heating & Cooling LLP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-74 Finishes Unlimited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-11 Foltz Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-10 Green’s Plumbing/Modern Heating . . . . . B-17,18,19 Hanks Heating & Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-44 Hanson’s Plumbing & Heating Inc . . . . . . . . . . B-31,32 Hebron Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-80 Heston Contracting, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-91 PAGE 4 | BUILDERS HOME AND SPORTS MAGAZINE

HiDow Massagers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-13,14 Homark Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-90 I’ll Tile & Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-36,37 Innovative Basement Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-67,68 Invisible Fence of Fargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-16 J & K Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-31, Outside Jay’s Garden Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-13 JT Lawn & Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A15 JCS Cabinets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-81 K & M Coating Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-09 Laney’s Mechanical Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-83,84 Leafguard Gutters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-26 Let’s Go Fishing - Detroit Lakes Area . . . . . . . . . . . L-02 Lighthouse Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-63,64 Menards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-59 Mid-MN Federal Credit Unio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-41 MLC Custom Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-14 Moorhead Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-26, 27 Morton Buildings Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-40 Mosquito Man Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-12 Northland Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-75 Northwestern Bank NA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-57 Norwex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L-03 Novelty Construction LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-30 Olson Pools & Spas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-47,48,49 Outlet Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-29,30 Paul Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-65 Pella Windows & Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-79 Prairie Rose Painting & Roofing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-86 Precision Landscape & Irrigation . . . . . . . . A-03,04,05 RCH Custom Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-76,77,78 RE/MAX Lakes Region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-06 Rusco Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-55 Sam’s Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-02 Specialized Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-01 Stenerson Lumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-42,43 Sunspace - Brainerd Lakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-22,23 T .S . Dock & Lift Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-32 Tarps “R” Uss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-17 Timberland Exteriors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-52,53 Tri-State Tree Injection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-27 Twin City Garage Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-58 U Can Click It . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-16 U Motors Pelican Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-25 Warner Garage Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-82 Western Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-69,70 Windows Plus, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-28,29 Your Home Improvement Company . . . . . . . . B-92,93

Why Hire a Licensed Building Trade Professional?

7 Tips on Why you Should Hire a Licensed Building Trade Professional:

■ These companies are abiding by the MN State Statute rules to be registered with the MN Department of Labor & Industry: residential contractors ($15,000+ gross per year), electricians, plumbers and power limited technicians (lawn sprinkler technician, garage door technicians, low voltage technicians, data communication technicians). Each company must have at least one qualifying person who holds licensure for their industry type required by Minnesota statute.

Each company pays a license fee every two years (MN Statute Section 326B).

■ Each qualifying person must show proof of specified levels of liability insurance (determined by the MN statute) at each renewal period (MN Statute Section 326B.46).

■ Each qualifying person must show proof of workers compensation for the company employees (MN Statute Section 176.182).

■ Each qualifying person must take proper continuing education in a specified time period to renew their license by renewal date (MN Statute Section 326B). This is to ensure that proper codes are followed for specified trade. Each building trade profession has specific code requirements that cover safety and well-being of the public.

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■ In accordance to the MN Statute (Section 327A) residential licensed contractors must provide a home warranty which provides a 1, 2 and 10 year warranty.

■ Licensed building trade professionals have their work inspected in code adopted areas and are issued certificates of occupancy. In code and non-code adopted areas non-licensed building trade contractors cannot pull land use permits or building permits. Municipalities ask for proof of active building trade professional licensure on land use permits and building permits.

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■ Each licensed company pays by bond or recover fund fee that covers resolution issues between consumers and building trade professional.

Consumers that hire an unlicensed contractor do not have access to the contractor recovery fund.

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Builders FirstSource strives to be the preferred supplier of structural building materials and services to homebuilders and remodelers across the nation by giving them both personalized attention at the local level and a wide range of resources only offered by a large company. Builders FirstSource’s goal is to provide outstanding products and services to every customer, regardless of size.

Builders FirstSource carries a wide selection of high-quality building materials. The products carried at each location are selected to meet the needs and preferences of the local market. Our size allows us to buy efficiently and offer solid value to our customers. It also allows us to maintain a large inventory, so products are readily available for quick delivery on our large truck fleet. Our local management culture and outstanding team allow us to provide each customer with personal attention. Builders FirstSource is your first source for building products.

Builders FirstSource manufactures professional quality building components for today’s fast-paced construction process. Homebuilders are working to shorten construction cycle times and improve the quality of their product. Building components fabricated in a controlled manufacturing environment are quicker and easier to install and provide superior quality compared to traditional jobsite fabrication. Builders FirstSource manufactures prefabricated structural components - roof trusses, floor trusses, stairs, and wall panels - as well as interior and exterior doors and windows. These capabilities allow us to tailor our manufactured products to the needs of homebuilders in specific markets.

Builders FirstSource…a national company with a local footprint. Please stop by our showroom in Detroit Lakes at 950 Randolph Road and let our sales team assist you with your next building project.

Builders FirstSource – Detroit Lakes, MN 950 Randolph Road l Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 Phone: 218.847.2688 l FAX: 218.847.7654 At Hass Geosystems Plumbing and Heating Inc., we’ll strive to save you time and money whether your current heating and cooling system needs repairs or it’s time to update old equipment. Our HVAC contractors serve residential and commercial customers in Frazee and the surrounding areas, and we want to put our experts to work for you. Our family-owned company offers an array of innovative solutions featuring the latest technology to keep your home or office comfortable.

Dennis provides free in-home estimates, and he’ll help you explore your choices and make the ideal decision for your property and budget. We specialize in: • HVAC installations, service and repairs • YORK furnace and air conditioning. YORK carries one of the best warranties in the industry and is AMERICAN made • TETCO Geothermal Heat Pumps that are made in AMERICA • Boilers systems • In floor heat Hass Geosystems in Frazee, MN, takes pride in our customer service and competitive pricing, and we have financing options to make it easier to upgrade your heating and cooling system. Give Dennis a call at (218)841-8347 or (218) 538-6698.

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CHECKLIST FOR FINDING AND HIRING A BUILDER OR REMODELER DOING YOUR HOMEWORK WILL HELP YOU HAVE A MORE SUCCESSFUL EXPERIENCE. Use this checklist to help you select a home builder or home remodeler to work on or build your home:  Contact your local home builders’ association for the names of member builders and remodelers: www.LakeRegionBuilders. com. You can also ask family, friends or coworkers for recommendations.  Make sure the builder or home remodeler has a permanent business location and a good reputation with local banks and suppliers.  Find out how long they have been in the building business. It usually takes three to five years to establish a financially sound business. You want to make sure they will be around after the construction is complete to service any warranties.  Check out the company’s rating and if there have been any complaints filed with your local Better Business Bureau: www. bbb.org.  Make sure the builder/remodeler has sufficient workers compensation and general liability insurance. If not, you may be liable for any construction-related accidents on your premises.  Ask the builder/remodeler to provide you with names of previous customers. If they won’t, beware. If they do, ask the customers if they would hire the builder/remodeler again.  Ask if you can see the builder/remodelers work, both completed and in progress. Check for quality of workmanship and materials.  Do you feel you can easily communicate with the builder/remodeler? Remember you will be in close contact with them throughout the construction process and afterward as you live in your new home.  Make sure the builder/remodeler provides you with a complete and clearly written contract. The contract will benefit both of you. If you are having a new home built, get and review a copy of the home warranty and homeowner manual as well.  Be cautious of unusually low-priced bids. If the builder/remodeler is unable to pay for the materials and labor as the project proceeds, this may indicate a potential problem. Keep in mind that less expensive does not necessarily mean better!

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LAWN CARE TIPS • KEEP GRASS MOWED — The City of Detroit Lakes has an ordinance regarding high Grass and noxious weeds. Properties with grass longer than 6 inches are in violation of the ordinance. Keep grass at 2 1/2 to 3 inches long for a healthy lawn.

• REMOVE — Remove damaged and dead vegetation.

• RESEED — Reseed bare spots caused by salt with a salt-tolerant grass mix. Then keep the ground moist for 3-4 weeks.

• WAIT TO FERTILIZE — Fall is the best time to fertilize.

• SWEEP UP — Sweep up lawn products that fall on driveways or sidewalks.

• REUSE — Reuse or properly dispose of lawn products or chemical waste.

• KEEP DRAINS CLEAR — Keep storm drains clear of debris.

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Remodel or Relocate?

Questions to Help You Find Your Answer

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t’s becoming clear that you’d really like a kitchen where to work, had more open space nearby, had shops within two of you can cook at the same time. A playroom that’s walking distance, or a bigger or smaller yard? not the living room. Increasingly it seems like there are ■ How does your home compare in value to others in the too many people and not enough bathrooms. Or maybe you’re looking ahead and want your place to be more safe and neighborhood? Would your ideal remodel make your home usable as you age. the priciest on the street? If you’re thinking about ease You’re ready to make a change and now you have to decide: and value of resale, it’s best not to have the most high-end Remodel or relocate? home around. On the other hand, if you’re more concerned There’s no one right answer for every situation. So before that your house be comfortable and convenient for you so you look at houses for sale while also sketching out plans that you can stay there a long time, relative value may not to redo your current master bath and expand your kitchen, matter as much as other factors. take a look at which approach best suits your wants and cans.

That way, you can decide the best option to pursue and focus ■ How long do you expect this change to suit you? If your your efforts toward that goal. house is feeling small because of kids, how old are they?

Answering these questions can help you sort it out: How much longer do you expect them to be living there?

■ How do you feel about your neighborhood? Do your friends Would converting the basement to a play room give you enough room to spread out? Does square footage per perand your kids’ friends live there, is your favorite park or son seem totally inadequate? coffee shop within walking distance, are the schools a great fit for your family? Or do you keep wishing you were closer

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■ Or are you looking ahead to retirement? If so, will you want a smaller home, with less square footage to clean and maintain? Or are you happy with your current home’s size but would like it better configured and equipped for aging?

■ What is your tolerance for being under construction compared with the difficulties of a move? How many changes are on your remodeling “to do” list and how long and disruptive would the remodeling process be? Moving is costly.

In addition to purchase price, there are costs for closing, fixing up your current house to sell, and making the move.

And once you do move, there may also be costs for fixing up the new house.

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■ What’s the market for the type of home you want? How likely are you to find a place that you can afford with the features you’re seeking in a neighborhood of your choice?

Check out real estate listings to get sense for what kinds of properties are available and how many choices you can expect to see in your range.

Weigh these factors and that can help you decide if a move or a renovation project is most likely to get you what you want in a home.

For additional resources on remodeling your home or building a new one, contact Lake Region Builders Association at (218) 847-0699 or at LakeRegionBuilders.com.

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Hot Housing Trend:

OUTDOOR KITCHENS M any home owners enjoy the summer months — and sometimes spring, fall and winter, too — with the sizzle of their outdoor grills. But running back and forth between the kitchen and the barbeque can be a hassle.

Outdoor kitchens make life easier for those who enjoy grilling their meals and entertaining outdoors, making your deck or patio an extension of your family’s living space. It also can enhance your home’s resale value.

With proper planning, you also can enjoy your meals in the great outdoors. Here are some factors to consider when determining if an outdoor kitchen is right for your family.

What works best in your space?

Outdoor kitchens can be as elaborate — or as simple — as you’d like. But to make the most of your new space, you need to carefully consider the design.

Think about how the space will be used. Do you want guests to eat outside or just mingle while you cook? What features (pool, trees, etc.) are already in your back yard and need to be worked around? Is there enough ventilation area so smoke from the grill can blow away?

Have a professional check the patio or deck where you plan

on building your outdoor kitchen. While most can support the additional weight, you may need to add structural support.

Make sure there is plenty of space for people to gather without getting in the way or being too close to open flames. Typically, there should be 3 feet of space on either side of the grill for work space and food preparation. ► CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

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► From PAGE 12 prepping and cleaning veggies an easy This will determine numerous factors, including the equiptask. Unless you ment you purchase. If you will use your outdoor kitchen just in plan on washing the summer, a grill with wheels can be moved into the garage dishes outside, a and protected from the elements once the seasons change. cold water conThese types of grills are the most common and come in a wide nection is all you variety of sizes and prices with a range of features. need.

If you want to use your outdoor kitchen year-round, consider For small a built-in grill. Look for one with side burners in the base unit appliances and that allow for cooking at different temperatures simultaneous- stereos, you’ll ly. This base can provide extra countertop and storage space. need outdoor Make sure the grill is in an area that can withstand high tem- GFCI outlets.

Consult with a peratures and is impervious to stray embers or sparks, such as a stone patio. You won’t be able to take it with you if you move, professional electrician for local code so think carefully before investing a lot of money in a permarequirements. Consider nent grill.

Take into account your lighting needs. If you eat or entertain purchasing patio heaters into the dark evening, you’ll want direct light for the work area or an outdoor fireplace if you plan on grilling in the so you can monitor the progress of the meat. Softer lighting chilly months. works well for socializing areas.

For those days with inclement What other equipment do you need? weather, you’ll want to get a cover for your grill. Select weatherproof materials for countertops, Standard grill accessories include griddles for grilling fish cabinets, and other elements of your kitchen. Stainless steel, and vegetables, a meat thermometer and tongs. An exhaust hood for a built-in grill will keep smoke out of your guests’ eyes. slate, tile, stucco and stone all work well. A large tent or outdoor umbrella can cover your guests and equipment and proRefrigerators with ice makers are ideal for storing beverages vide shelter from the sun or rain. and food that needs to be kept cold. An outdoor sink makes

How often will you be using your outdoor kitchen?

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hen you think about the spaces in your home where could have an impact on the types of materials best suited to you most enjoy spending your time, the garage is meet your needs. probably not at the top of the list. Here are some ways A Splash of Sealant, Paint and Creativity to make it a more functional — dare we say — attractive space.

Don’t forget about style and appeal. You don’t need to leave Wall, Freestanding and Overhead Storage the drab, grey cement floor and standard-issue rough walls or There are several types of sturdy, free-standing shelving units open studs of your garage untouched. Consult with a remodeler and hanging fixtures available. But pay close attention to the or builder in your area to finish your walls, allowing you to then weight limit for each shelf and measure your space carefully to paint your garage walls an appealing color to brighten it up. make an informed decision before you buy. Whenever possible, As for the floor, one of the most bang-for-buck upgrades is affix the shelves to the studs within the walls so that they do properly sealing and finishing the floor. When doing so, you not tip and cause injury. choose from a variety of colors, instead of a bland grey. You can Then, look up. Do you have space above where you or a profes- also install a durable, non-slip material to portions of the floor sional can install shelving overhead? That might be a great place that is both appealing to the eye, and safer and softer to walk for larger items, especially if those items are used infrequently. on. These often come in the form of interlocking squares for easy installation.

Tabletop and Cabinet Work Space Start by going online or to a home improvement store to find Consider installing cabinetry and countertops that you’d nor- out what new products may be a great fit for your garage and mally see in a kitchen or craft room. You’ll first want to ensure your lifestyle. Or think bigger and reach out to a professional the durability and features meet the demands of your tools or remodeler or home builder at Lake Region Builders Association at LakeRegionBuilders.com. Maybe you’ll find the garage hobby projects. Also, bear in mind that the moisture and tembecomes your new favorite space in your home. perature conditions of your garage likely differ from those of your kitchen or other rooms inside the home. Those variables

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To make the space work, invest in some storage solutions to organize all of your crafting supplies, or finally get that easel you’ve been wanting but didn’t have space for in the main house.

If you’re a photographer, you can even look into turning your she shed into a darkroom or photography studio.

reading space. You can go with a classic window nook, or get a stylish day bed and cover it in throw pillows. Who knows, you might even use it as a place to sneak in an afternoon nap.

Finish it off with a free-standing bookcase or mount some quick and easy shelves on the wall to hold all those books you’ve been wanting to read.

Outdoor Seating Think about adding a bench or a small table and a couple of chairs in front of your she shed so you can sit with a friend and enjoy some beautiful weather with your favorite beverage.

It’ll feel like you’re at a chic cafe but in the comfort of your own backyard. Don’t forget to make sure the furniture and fabrics are weatherproof so you won’t have to worry about dragging it inside whenever it rains or snows.

Reading Nook Consider making your she shed a screen-free space. You don’t want to risk it becoming just another place where you go to zone out and stare at the TV. Instead, opt for a dedicated

Exercise or Office Space If your passion is yoga, pilates, or weight lifting, you can turn your she shed into a space where you can blast your favorite music in a dedicated work-out space.

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emodeling your home is uniquely different from building a new one. With remodeling, your home becomes the worksite. You live side by side with the project from start to finish. Once construction begins, you’ll probably long for simple pleasures like a dust-free home or a fully functioning kitchen or bath. But the end result will be well worth these inconveniences.

Here are some tips to help minimize the stress involved with a remodeling project.

Open the Lines of Communication

remodeler will enhance your understanding of the project, provide an opportunity to exchange ideas, and ultimately help to make the experience a positive one for everyone involved.

To facilitate this process, you need to: ■ Determine who you and your remodeler should contact for daily decisions or an after-hours emergency. For example, your contact may be the lead carpenter for the job, while the remodeler’s contact could be your spouse.

■ Designate a backup for each contact person to assure continuity in anyone’s absence.

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► From PAGE 22 ■ C reate a place in your house where the contact persons can leave messages for each other (a securely anchored notebook is a good idea since it is less likely to disappear).

■ Speak up. If you are uncertain about any aspect of the project, be sure to let the contact person know.

Prepare for the Pre-Construction Meeting

One way to ensure the success of your project is to plan for and actively participate in a pre-construction meeting.

This allows your remodeler to clarify procedures and explain how the job will progress. It also offers both you and your remodeler an opportunity to prepare for those issues that may arise later. You should think of this meeting as a forum for all participants to define their expectations and agree on the anticipated outcome.

Some of the issues you may wish to cover at this meeting include: ■ Will you allow your remodeler to place a company sign on your property? Remember that in addition to being a marketing tool, signs help contractors and suppliers locate your home.

■ What areas of your home will be off limits to workers?

■ Does your house have an alarm system? Will workers need a key or will someone always be there?

■ How will you ensure that your children and pets stay out of the work space?

■ How will trash removal be handled? Where will the remodeler locate the dumpster on your property?

■ Does the remodeler anticipate any interruptions of utilities during the project? If so, when and for how long? At certain stages of construction, the project may affect basic house-

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hold necessities like water and electricity. Will you need to vacate the house at any time?

What are your expectations regarding clean up? Will sweeping be sufficient for a daily cleaning, or will you need a more thorough cleaning in order to use the space?

You should also use the pre-construction meeting to establish guidelines for the remodeling crew working on the project.

What times will workers begin and end work at your home? Be sure to consider the neighbors as well as household members.

Where can workers park near the jobsite?

Will you allow workers to use your phone for local business calls?

Will bathroom facilities in your home be available to workers?

What is the remodeler’s policy on smoking on the jobsite?

What is the remodeler’s policy on the use of profanity? If you are especially sensitive to this issue, you should let your remodeler know.

Will you allow workers to play music at a reasonable volume?

Is there any type of music that you do not want played?

Prevent Remodeling Fever The train-station atmosphere of a remodeling project can lead to remodeling fever. The main symptom of this temporary affliction is feeling a loss of control that results from disrupted routines and the impact on your personal space.

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Prepare for inconvenience. A remodeling project can turn your home and — on some days — your life upside down. A kitchen remodel will, of course, affect meal planning.

But a little ingenuity and some culinary shortcuts can lessen the impact. Set up a temporary cooking quarters by moving the refrigerator, toaster oven, and microwave to another room. Arrange a dishwashing station in your laundry room. If the weather is warm, fire up the grill and dine alfresco.

Designate a safe haven. Find at least one place in your home where you can escape from the chaos and commotion.

Guard against dust. During a remodeling project, dust has the unfortunate tendency to appear everywhere from lampshades to plates stacked inside your kitchen cabinets. To keep out as much dust as possible: ■ Seal off doorways and stairs; ■ Turn off central air or heat when workers are sanding and stock up on extra filters so that you can change them often; ■ Have deliveries made though a designated entrance; ■ Use doormats and temporary floor coverings where appropriate; ■ Remove anything that might get damaged by the dust or at least cover it with plastic drop cloths that are taped shut.

Maintain a sense of humor. Remember that certain things are out of your control and it’s best to laugh rather than upset yourself about things like the weather or delayed delivery of materials.

See the remodeling process as an adventure. Tell the kids that you are “camping in” and transform inconvenience into fun. Along the way, celebrate as different stages of the project are completed.

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But where to store all of your now-unneeded winter accessories? Effective storage ideas are abundant, and getting organized now will ensure you are prepared when Old Man Winter comes back around.

Some hoping to get organized may find it helpful to start by making a list of everything they want to store. This list will help ensure that nothing gets lost once the organizing and storage begins.

Shelving Solutions If you have additional space in a basement or garage, you may want to look into purchasing shelving. Easy-to-install, heavy-duty shelving can be purchased at just about any major home supply store such as Home Depot or Lowe’s. Many of these units are designed so that you can leave as much room between the shelves as you like, making it easy to get larger and smaller items onto the same unit and saving you space.

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It is important that when shopping for storage shelving that you look carefully at the installation process. While most are simple enough to install in less than one hour, some may be more involved, requiring multiple tools. Look before you buy and you will have a smoother process while getting organized.

Under-Bed Storage Heavy winter clothing can take up lots of closet space, leaving you with little additional room for your spring wardrobe. If you are looking for clothing storage space, have you considered what may not be under your bed?

Many home owners forget about the ample storage space lurking there.

Invest in some under-the-bed storage units. Many such units work perfectly for storing heavy coats and sweaters until next season, especially in homes with limited storage space.

Simply fold your clothing and additional accessories flat and place them into the storage containers. The containers slide right under the bed for excellent out-of-sight storage. These handy units can be found at just about any store that sells storage solutions and are relatively inexpensive.

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Getting Creative with Storage When looking at storing winter tools such as snow shovels, step into your garage and look up. The additional space on the walls towards the ceiling may lend itself to a long rack with hooks where tools can be hung.

For city dwellers, storage can take an interesting angle of its own. Stretched to find storage space in often cramped apartments, some builders are responding to the need. Fixes to the storage problem include larger built-in cabinets and a unique process known as raised floors. A section of the floor is elevated like a platform, high enough to include small access doors with space to store boxes, skis, heavy coats or just about anything an urbanite may need to pack away with the coming of spring.

Storing all of that winter gear away can be as easy as you make it. Remember, make a list and assess what you will need. Take a look around first to see what you already have that can be used for storage. With just a little preparation, storing your winter items can be as relaxing as a warm spring breeze.

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Exterior upgrades consistently rank among the best home improvement projects for their strong return on investment.

That’s because many of these strategies are fairly simple and relatively affordable solutions.

While some homes may benefit from more extensive and expensive updates, like repaving a damaged driveway or replacing old windows, there are many simple, low-cost updates that you can tackle yourself.

The first step is to assess your home’s appearance, but this time, look at it from a home buyer’s perspective. Imagine that you are seeing it for the first time, and then make a list of the characteristics that stand out immediately, and which ones you want to highlight.

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Also consider upgrading the lighting on your front porch.

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■ Paint – You’ve probably heard it many times before, but the power of paint cannot be overstated. A fresh coat of paint on the front door, garage door and window trim can make a huge difference. However, if your front door has seen a lot of use and abuse over the years and it’s beyond repair, it might be time to have it replaced. A new door can be sometimes be costly, but it’s a surefire win when it comes to instant curb appeal, especially if you select a bold color.

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