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Glenn Elmer Signature Homes by Adashun Jones 920.926.9933 glennelmer@adashunjones.com www.SignatureHomesAJ.com COMPANY BIO: Signature Homes is the #1 home builder in Fond du Lac and the surrounding areas, continually crafting beautifully appointed homes. We offer a complete and complimentary, Design-Build-Enjoy concept to develop your perfect custom dream home. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, our team will give you the personal attention you deserve so you can sit back and enjoy a one-of-a-kind building experience. Give us a call today to schedule your appointment to learn more about building your premier dream home with Signature Homes.
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WELCOME to the Spring Parade of Homes! After a long winter, we are excited to welcome you to the 2103 Spring Parade of Homes! With eight beautiful homes to showcase, you will be sure to find fresh, new ideas whether you are looking to build your dream home or remodel your existing one. The Home Builders Association is proud to represent Nett Construction, Signature Homes, Smith Builders, Roberts Homes, and Winfield Homes, our members of the Home Builders Association of Fond du Lac & Dodge Counties. Each of our members follow a
unique code of ethics established by the National Home Builders Association. We also serve as a community resource in which we can assist you in the process of building and/or remodeling. Please feel free to contact our office for more information at 920.922.9067. Enjoy the Parade of Homes! Happy Spring! George Hettenhaus, Menards Board of Directors President Home Builders Association of Fond du Lac & Dodge Counties, Inc.
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Signature Homes N8162 Rolling Hills Drive Fond du Lac
Directions: Highway 151, Right on Kiekhaefer Parkway, Right on Rolling Hills Drive to address.
HIGHLIGHTS: • 3-4 bedroom, 3.5 baths • Over 2,500 sq. feet of finished living space • Open concept floor plan • Incredible gourmet kitchen • Walk out lower level • Wrap around deck with astounding lake view Glenn Elmer Signature Homes by Adashun Jones 920.926.9933 glennelmer@adashunjones.com www.SignatureHomesAJ.com COMPANY BIO: Signature Homes is the #1 home builder in Fond du Lac and the surrounding areas, continually crafting beautifully appointed homes. We offer a complete and complimentary, Design-Build-Enjoy concept to develop your perfect custom dream home. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, our team will give you the personal attention you deserve so you can sit back and enjoy a one-of-a-kind building experience. Give us a call today to schedule your appointment to learn more about building your premier dream home with Signature Homes.
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Nett Construction
N7700 Redtail Lane Fond du Lac
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HIGHLIGHTS: • 1559 sq. ft. 3 bedroom • Full 3 car garage • .692 acre lot with city sewer • Egress window in the basement • Maintenance free exterior • Bryant heating & air conditioning • Birch cabinetry • Includes lawn & exterior concrete patio, sidewalk and approach • Master bedroom with box ceiling and crown molding.
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Nett Construction Inc. 920-921-9076 www.nettconstruction.com COMPANY BIO: We are a family business building quality homes in the Fond du Lac area since 1958. As the area’s longest standing residential contractor, we build 8-10 houses a year. We also offer building sites at four scenic locations with rural character, privacy, close proximity to Fond du Lac, and low town taxes. Our reputation continues to be our best advertising.
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Springtime Home Organization Tips Spring has finally arrived, and it’s time to put away the heavy coats, boots and snow shovels of winter and bring out the short sleeves and gardening equipment. But before you toss the tools in a garage corner or stuff the down jackets into a beat-up cardboard box and toss it in the attic, why not evaluate your needs and make your storage both effective and attractive? The first thing you should do is make a list of everything you want to store. This list will both help you determine how much storage space you need and ensure that nothing gets lost once you start putting things away. Shelving is one of the easiest ways to create more storage. It can be portable in the form of free-standing units, or permanent that is attached to your walls. Easy-to-install, heavy-duty shelving can be purchased at just about any major home supply store. 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. Heavy winter clothing can take up lots of closet space, leaving you with little room for your entire four-season wardrobe. One solution for storing out-of-season clothing is under the bed. Under-the-bed storage containers come in a variety of sizes and styles, including ones with wheels for easy access and to protect hardwood floors from scratches when you pull them out. You can also buy simple risers that elevate your bed off the floor additional inches to create even more space. Garage storage has also gotten much more efficient. You can get built-in storage cabinets with doors so the space looks clean and orderly. There are also modular systems that enable you to choose what features are best for your needs; including hanging racks for sports equipment, hooks for tools, and more. Most garages have pitched roofs to keep rainwater or snow from collecting on top, and this space is ideal for items you don’t
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Signature Homes by Adashun Jones, Inc.
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Roberts Homes and Real Estate, Inc.
N8431 Park Ridge Drive, Fond du Lac
12 Crowfoot Court, Fond du Lac
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Signature Homes by Adashun Jones, Inc.
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Roberts Homes and Real Estate, Inc.
N8162 Rolling Hills Drive, Fond du Lac
N5956 Westhaven Drive, Fond du Lac
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Winfield Homes
N7700 Redtail Lane, Fond du Lac
N6058 Wild West Lane, Fond du Lac
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Signature Homes by Adashun Jones, Inc.
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Smith Builders, Inc.
1383 Moonlight Lane, Fond du Lac
N6008 Hideaway Court, Fond du Lac
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“Over 40 Years Experience”
1383 Moonlight Lane at “Eastwind Villas” Fond du Lac
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3530 Omni Dr., Oshkosh, WI www.omnigp.com • 920-233-3333 • fax 920-236-2407
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HIGHLIGHTS: • 1,456 square foot, 2 bedroom 2 bath open concept floor plan • Condominium with all of the features of a quality custom home • Beautiful gourmet kitchen with eat-in island • Exquisite master suite Glenn Elmer Signature Homes by Adashun Jones 920.926.9933 glennelmer@adashunjones.com www.SignatureHomesAJ.com
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COMPANY BIO: Signature Homes is the #1 home builder in Fond du Lac and the surrounding areas, continually crafting beautifully appointed homes. We offer a complete and complimentary, Design-Build-Enjoy concept to develop your perfect custom dream home. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, our team will give you the personal attention you deserve so you can sit back and enjoy a one-of-a-kind building experience. Give us a call today to schedule your appointment to learn more about building your premier dream home with Signature Homes.
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COMPANY BIO: After 25 years and more than a thousand homes, Roberts Home & Real Estate is the #1 Home Builder in FDL and surrounding communities since 1989. Jim & Vickie Roberts, of Roberts Homes and Real Estate have built a company serving the needs of the growing Fond du Lac Area.
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Roberts Homes N5956 Westhaven Drive Fond du Lac
Directions: Hwy 23 to Esterbrook Road ( Hwy T ), right to Westwood Dr, Rt on Westhaven to Address.
HIGHLIGHTS: • 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Ranch • Maple 42” High Cabinetry With Crown Molding, Walk –In Pantry • Master Suite with dual sinks, a 5” Master shower and Walk-In Closet • 6 Panel Doors • 4 Car Attached Garage With Hot/Cold Water & Floor Drain • Bonus Room or 4th Bedroom • Maintenance Free Exterior Vinyl & Stone Accents • Basement with egress window • Country Setting – Half Acre Lot, Minutes to Town Roberts Homes & Real Estate – Jim Roberts 920-923-4522 Jim@robertshomesandrealestate.com www.Robertshomesandrealestate.com COMPANY BIO: After 25 years and more than a thousand homes, Roberts Home & Real Estate is the #1 Home Builder in FDL and surrounding communities since 1989. Jim & Vickie Roberts, of Roberts Homes and Real Estate have built a company serving the needs of the growing Fond du Lac Area.
Beware Being Your Own Home Builder Homeownership is the foundation of the American Dream, and in today’s do-ityourself culture where how-to advice for just about anything can be found on the internet, many people think they could save a lot of money by building their own home. But your home is likely the single largest investment you will make in your lifetime, and not hiring a professional home builder could be a costly mistake for many reasons—financial, emotional, and physical. Getting financing is an important consideration. As a self-contractor, lenders have strict guidelines and limits on how much money they will give you, and they will require that you provide house plans, specifications and an itemized list of documented costs and bids beforehand. Even if you feel that you have enough cash to do the job, it is wise to get a loan to cover material or labor cost increases, upgrades or material overruns. Many mortgage companies will not lend money to cover unanticipated costs on a home when construction has already begun. There is a huge amount of bookkeeping if you act as your own general contractor. The IRS requires that you send anyone you hired to work on your home—subcontractors— who earned over a certain amount a 1099 form at the end of the year. You’ll have to be on site to document delivery slips, check for inaccurate billing and track material returns in order to stay on budget. Professional home builders are experts at the logistics and timing of building a home. It is an exact science to make sure permits are applied for, materials are ordered and delivered, subcontractors are hired, utility deposits are paid, and inspections are scheduled at exactly the right time. Even if you’re very organized, it is a process where many things can go wrong and a delay could cost you thousands of dollars and a lot of stress.
Building your own home is a risky proposition from a legal standpoint, as well. Home builders carry Builder’s Risk, General Liability and Workman’s Compensation insurance on their building projects. As a self-contractor, you will have to assume most, if not all, of the same liabilities. You may want to consult with an attorney regarding potential liability issues, and with an insurance agent concerning appropriate insurance coverage. Home builders have staff to take care of all the details of building a home, and established relationships with other professionals to complete the job, which is why they can build a home in a relatively quick timeframe. To build an average 1,500 sq. ft. home, you need to be prepared to spend at least 35 hours per week for at least five or six months, and most people don’t have jobs with that kind of flexibility. You will also need the time to determine and order the materials, evaluate bids, and hire and schedule qualified, licensed, insured and/or certified subcontractors. Finally, if you sell the home you’ve built, you may be responsible for any defects that are discovered afterwards. As the home’s builder, you or your estate will be responsible for claims brought by subsequent owners of the home. These are just a few of the things you need to think about before building your own home. By hiring a professional home builder, you will get quality of workmanship, building code compliance and an outstanding level of knowledge. To find a home builder in Fond du Lac and Dodge County and the surrounding area, contact Amanda Kemmel, Executive Officer of the Home Builders Association of Fond du Lac & Dodge Counties at 920.922.9067 or email akemmel@homebuildersfdldodge. com.
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feature is storage and charging stations for the modern family’s cell phones, tablets and other electronic equipment. For more information about home maintenance or design trends, visit nnahb.org/ forconsumers or contact Amanda Kemmel, Executive Officer, Home Builders Association of Fond du Lac & Dodge Counties at 920.922.9067 or akemmel@homebuildersfdldodge.com.
use on a daily or weekly basis. Store them on platforms or racks that lower and raise either electronically at the touch of a button, or with an easy-to-use pulley system. In newer or renovated homes, a mudroom or drop zone is a very popular feature. This area often has built-in benches, hooks and bins to neatly tuck away boots, jackets, gardening equipment and other items your family uses frequently. Another common 10
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Winfield Homes N6058 Wild West Lane Fond du Lac
Directions: West on Hwy. 23, south on Esterbrook Road, west on Rogersville Road, south on Wild West Lane to home.
HIGHLIGHTS: • Women-Focused Design • Craftsman Architecture • 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bath Home • Split Bedroom floor plan • Open Concept • Huge hidden walk in pantry • Lockers and Drop Zone in Family Foyer • Tiled Walk-in Shower • Hair Care center in master bath • Cathedral ceiling Great Room
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Smith Builders, Inc. N6008 Hideaway Court Fond du Lac
Directions: Hwy. 23 West to Esterbrook Road, South on Esterbrook Road to Rogersville Road, West on Rogersville Road to Wild West Lane, South on Wild West Lane to Hideaway Lane, Hideaway Lane to Hideaway Court to address
HIGHLIGHTS: • 1,793 sq. ft. Ranch style home • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths • 796 sq. ft. 3 car garage • Focus on Energy New Home certified home • Active Radon Mitigation System • Spacious 1st floor Laundry Room • Convenient Walk In Pantry • Comfortable Living Room with Kingsman Gas fireplace • Quality craftsmanship
Winfield Homes (920) 922-9447 Scott Swick sswick@winfield-homes.com www.winfield-homes.com COMPANY BIO: Partners Scott Swick and Jim Baudry bring more than 50 years of combined design and construction experience to Winfield Homes. Jim manages your construction process and Scott oversees the design, site location, and pricing phase, so you are always dealing with an owner from start to finish. We are dedicated to your satisfaction and enthusiasm for your new home. Winfield Homes has built hundred of homes. We are a home builder in Dodge, Fond du Lac, Green Lake, Jefferson, Sheboygan, Ozaukee, Washington, Waukesha, and Winnebago Counties.
Smith Builders, Inc. Chris Smith 920-907-8401 www.smithbuildersinc.com smith@smithbuildersinc.com COMPANY BIO: Smith Builders, Inc. - Chris Smith - A full service contractor dedicated to providing a quality and well constructed home. A Focus on Energy New Home builder who promotes energy conservation. We are a fully insured, licensed with the Wisconsin Department of Commerce, and a Certified Lead Safe Company.
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