Manitowoc Parade of Homes 2011 by Gannett Wisconsin Media

Parade OF HOMES 2011

THURSDAY, JUNE 23 | 4PM–8PM FRIDAY, JUNE 24 | 4PM–8PM SATURDAY, JUNE 25 | NOON–4PM SUNDAY, JUNE 26 | NOON–4PM Admission $7 each during the event or Buy 1 Ticket Get 1 Free through June 22 at these participating outlets: • MCHBA Ofﬁce • Acute Angle • M & I Bank • Shipbuilders Credit Union (all locations) • Two Rivers Building Supply • UnitedOne Credit Union (all locations) • Valders Building Supply • Jim Reif Builders Complete ticket information on page 34

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Welcome

to our 26th annual Parade of Homes, this year’s Parade will feature eleven new home construction projects and one home renovation. Our Parade is the only parade in Manitowoc County featuring quality craftsmanship of the top building professionals. This event is held over four days and once you purchase a ticket it is good all weekend for one visit to each home. So don’t hurry through — take your time and really appreciate the quality workmanship and talk to the builders. Pick up business cards or brochures from the contractors, sub-contractors and suppliers at the homes. This is your time to gain information and see up close the quality workmanship. This year’s Parade of Homes offers great selections and, with interest rates at nearhistoric lows, home ownership remains the best investment for the majority of families. As you visit the homes this year, you may be considering a new home purchase or you may be searching for ideas that you can use in a remodeling project in your own home. Either of these projects is an exciting event for anyone.

our communities. MCHBA believe that home ownership should be within reach of every family and we hope you find something in the Parade that appeals to you. Each home on the tour is filled with character, so if an idea piques your interest please feel free to talk to the builder, subcontractor, or supplier, who are available at all homes, to answer any questions. Building a home is exciting and should also be enjoyable experience. We would like to thank all the families who have graciously shared their beautiful homes with us this year. We hope you enjoy the Parade of Homes as much as we have enjoyed working with our members to bring you the best Parade possible. Whatever you dream, be it a new home, remodeling or home decorating project, we encourage you to look to a Manitowoc County Home Builders Association member. Go online at www.manitowoccountyhomebuilders.com or contact our office at 684-6222 for a free Membership Directory. We sincerely hope you enjoy our 2011 Parade of Homes.

When you have decided to build or buy a home and remodel make sure the job gets done right. Make sure you use a professional — builder or remodeler — a member of the Manitowoc County Home Builders Association.

Thank You, Beth Pohl, Garage Door Specialty Becky Radue, Kiel Building Supply Scott Hansen, Wojta Hansen Insurance Steve Hibbard, Hockers Brick & Tile Parade of Homes Committee

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2148 South 21st Street | Manitowoc Bartow Builders is pleased to present this beautiful ranch style home with 2,620 square feet to explore. When you walk through the beautiful front door you are greeted with an open concept layout with the great room being the focal point. Cozy up to the beautiful stone fireplace on cold nights is at the center of house. Off the great room are a bedroom and a sun room to enjoy a cup of coffee. The kitchen is equipped with an isle, custom built oak cabinets, and a dining room for all your entertaining needs. The lower level is complete with a family room, craft room and the perfect spot for family games. We want to thank the homeowner’s for allowing us to showcase their home, our dedicated trade partners and employees for all their hard work on this project. We hope you enjoy this beautiful home.

features • Custom oak cabinetry • Decorative niches • Custom walk in shower with glass doors • Whirlpool ttub • Stone fireplace • Fenced in yard • Wisconsin Energy Star Homes

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subcontractors & suppliers • Braun Building Center • Buechel Stone • Carpet’s Plus of America • Check Electric of Manitowoc • City Wide Insulation • Ellerman Glass LLC • Etched In Stone • First American Title Insurance Co. • Garage Door Specialty

• Guilette’s Seamless Gutters • Gun’s Plastering • Luisier Plumbing • Prestige Custom Cabinetry • Roffers Concrete Construction • Schuh’s Excavating • Smokey Barbier Heating

32 Albert Dr. | Manitowoc

www.bartowbuilders.com 920-682-7100

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builder profile

Brandon Bartow When it comes time to build your dream home, add an addition or renovate your home to meet the changing needs of your family, Bartow Builders accepts the challenge with an uncompromising determination. We know how to transform your house into the most inviting home. Bartow Builders thrives on innovation, quality, excellence, integrity and honesty that goes beyond measure. At Bartow Builders we have the diversification within our company to handle your needs.

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Bartow Builders’ success is directly attributed to our customers, our excellent employees, and our dedicated trade partners. Our “team” approach to all jobs allows each phase of the project to come with great success. We guarantee the end result will exceed your expectations. Our success has allowed us the opportunity to volunteer and give back to our community through leadership roles at the Manitowoc County Home Builders Association, the Chamber of Manitowoc County, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and the Wisconsin Builders Association. We are also very proud to have given time, talent, and resources to numerous community service projects and school education and athletic associations. Giving back to those who help make our business prosperous will always be a staple in our company. We invite you to call on Bartow Builders for all your building and remodeling needs. We are confident we can make your project a success. Please visit our web site for testimonials, project details, and to learn more about our company at www.bartowbuilders.com. ■

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1821 Abbey Ridge Lane | Manitowoc Radue Homes would like to welcome you to our 2011 Parade entry. The first floor of this custom ranch home incorporates classic style and finishes for comfortable family living. The luxurious master suite is a light filled space with access to a large covered porch perfect for relaxing with a morning coffee. The master bathroom incorporates luxurious heated floors, a gorgeous custom shower, granite countertops and the kind of closet any one would love. The convenient locker space and separate laundry room are items that every family will find useful. A beautiful efficient kitchen and dinette featuring custom maple cabinets, granite countertops and custom tiled backsplash rounds out the first floor living space. The unique corner stairway welcomes you to the entertaining space in the lower level. This walk out basement contains in floor heat throughout, room for a game of pool and cards, a kitchen for preparing food for a large group and a large flat screen tv for hanging out at the bar on game day. The lower level wood-burning fireplace creates a place to curl up and read or watch TV. For an experience better than your local theater, check out this multi-tiered, 3-D theater room. What a great way to experience everyday TV watching as well as movie time with family and friends. Please come and view all the ingredients that make this home a must-see.

features • 4513 sq. ft. ﬁnished • 4 bedrooms • 2 full baths and 2 Jack and Jill bathrooms • Custom stained maple cabinets and trim • Granite countertops in kitchen and master bath • Custom tiled backsplash in kitchen • Large 3-stall heated and fully ﬁnished garage with stairway to lower level • Large covered porch off of great room • Unique corner staircase

• Luxurious custom tiled shower in master • Professional stainless steel appliances in kitchen chen and lower level bar area • Separate laundry room with plenty of foldingg space as well as basket storage • In ﬂoor heat in master bath and basement • 9 ft basement walls • 2 ﬁreplaces • Lower level patio off of walk out basement space pace • Separate exercise room• Spectacular 3- D tiered theater room

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subcontractors & suppliers • B & M Waste Service Inc • Braun Building Center • Cellcom • First American Title Insurance Co • Hockers Brick & Tile Co • Insulation & Supply co • Northern Concrete Construction • Sherwin Williams Co • SMI

5495 North Ave. | Denmark, WI

www.RadueHomes.com 920-569-6355

Stephen Radue 371-3600 | Ryan Radue 371-0772

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builder profile

Radue Homes RADUE HOMES, INC. is a family owned and operated builder that has been dedicated to constructing quality homes in Northeast Wisconsin for more than 14 years. Our reputation is built on providing affordable and uniquely designed homes with our customer’s vision as our guide. Our design goal is to create energy efficient homes that are practical, beautiful and built for today’s families. We are constantly utilizing the latest design trends, materials and technology. Creating that special feeling of home is a driving force behind our design choices. We understand the importance of incorporating the most current color schemes and updated materia ls while still creating a classic, timeless feel for your new home. USE OUR ADVANTAGE TO YOUR ADVANTAGE – Located in our office is R and R Floor and Design, a complete design center fi lled with samples of fl oor tile, specialty glass and stone mosaics, carpet, designer islands and bath vanities, cabinetry colors, countertops, paint, and much more. We will work with you every step of the way to complete the vision of the home you’ve been dreaming of. From start to finish we will help you to truly enjoy the building process and guide you in making your dream home become a rea lity. Steve, Ryan and Patty would like to thank our homeowners, suppliers and contractors for their hard work and support in making this year’s parade home a success. Please visit our website for information and some great new construction pictures at www.raduehomes.com. You can contact us at raduehomes@hotmail.com or call our office at 920-569-6355, reach Steve by cell at 920-371-3600 or Ryan at 920-371-0772. ■

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828 Viebahn Street | Manitowoc Mike Howe Builders, Inc. would like to welcome you to this year’s ‘Parade of Homes’. We would also like to thank our subcontractors for their hard work and dedication to make our business succeed. As we walk through this home pay attention to all the detail: the lower level features a main office for the business along with room to entertain featuring full bar area and TV room. Travel to the main level from either stair case to the formal front entrance or the laundry area to the garage. The main level features beautiful hand scraped hickory floors and painted trim work. Enjoy the spacious gathering room and open concept kitchen with a 10 x 4 foot hand crafted table, there is plenty of room to cook and entertain in this space. Head upstairs to the bedrooms and see the unique style of each room. The home features 5 bedrooms and 4 baths on the 2nd floor with different colors and styles in each room this home lays out well for the family. Home also features layout for future elevator, which for now are being used as additional office space.

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features Main Level: • Custom quarter-sawn white oak cabinets • Formica countertops • Crown molding throughout • Walk-in pantry • Decorative painting • 3 panel mission doors • Custom white oak trim and painted trim • Painted and stained formal staircase • Hand-scraped hickory hardwood floor • Wanes coating • Plaster wall texture • Tiled walk-in shower • Energy Star Home

Exterior: • LPSmart side siding and trim • Fypon crown molding and dental molding

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subcontractors & suppliers • Acute Angle • American Carpet Center • B & M Waste Service • Bay Title & Abstract • Braun Building Center • Bruce Sand & Son Drywall & Plastering • Check Electric • City Wide Insulation • Extreme Audio • Guilette’s Seamless Gutters • Insulation & Supply Co

• Lowe’s • Manitowoc Heating & Refrigeration Services • Maritime Plumbing & Mechanical • McMullen & Pitz Construction Co • Menards • R & J Fricke • Roffers Concrete Construction • Schuh’s Excavating • Shimek’s Furniture • Stegemann Custom Cabinets • UnitedOne Credit Union

Mike Howe Builders, Inc. 828 Viebahn Street, Manitowoc

www.mikehowebuilders.com 920-242-3111

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builder profile

Mike Howe Mike Howe joined the Local 731 Wisconsin Carpenters Union in 2001. At that same time he began volunteer work with an organization called Rebuilding Together. This is an organization that does home improvements for local low income families. For the past 8 years Mike has been a house captain and has leaded his team of volunteers to success. Mike is also a member of the MCHBA where he sits on the Board of Directors the Governmental Affairs Committee, and the Finance Committee. Mike Howe Builders, Inc. most recently became a member of the Manitowoc County Chamber of Commerce where he is on the Legislative Committee. Mike is also a certified GAF/Elk Roofing Installer. Mike Howe Builders, Inc. was started in March of 2004. Our motto is “Building with Pride”. We enjoy what we do and creating new relationships. Having over 16 years experience in Residential and Commercial Building and ongoing training, allows us to understand more areas of the building trade. We offer fresh ideas to new or existing homes adding the charm you desire or the solution that fits your needs. We would love to build you a new home or remodel your existing one. We do much more than that, from interior to exterior, or installing a new room to a brand new kitchen, we do it all. As you tour our home you will notice the attention to detail and quality craftsmanship. What makes Mike Howe Builders different is that you are not just a client but also a friend. Mike would like to thank the home owners and his crew, subcontractors and suppliers for the hard work and support in making this year’s ‘Parade of Homes’ a success. ■ WI-5001328108

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436 Berge Street | Valders Pekarske Builders welcomes you to this 2771 square feet home. This ranch style home has an open floor plan with 9’ high ceilings on the main floor and Craftsman style Maple window and door trim. There is a vaulted ceiling in the great room and 900 square feet of finished basement, including a dedicated movie room and kitchenette. The home’s heating system is very energy efficient and includes an air to air heat pump with a forced air system and heat recovery ventilator. These are some of the features you will want to experience at our 2011 Parade Home.

features • Craftsman style maple trim and 6-panel doors • Dedicated movie room in basement with kitchenette • 3 bedrooms • 2 ½ baths • 3 car garage with 12’ trough drain • 9’ ceilings and vaulted ceiling on main floor • Interior dry stack cultured stone pillars with stone caps • Zone control for heating and cooling each floor • Air to air heat pump for efficient heating and cooling • Heat recovery ventilator (HRV) to increase energy efficiency • Custom shower door and framed mirrors • Maple cabinets and walk-in pantry • Anderson windows • Wisconsin Energy Star Home certified • Central vacuum

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subcontractors & suppliers • Alpine Insulation Co • B & M Waste Service • Builders Supply of Northeast WI Inc • Check Electric of Manitowoc • Ellerman Glass LLC • Energy Strategies • Garage Door Specialty • Guns Plastering • Hockers Brick & Tile

• Kiel Building Supply • Lowe’s • Madson Tiling and Excavating • Manitowoc Plumbing Service • McMullen & Pitz Construction Co. • Roffers Concrete Construction • Tom Taddy and Sons • Vacuum and Sewing Center • Valders Building Supply

10890 Cedar Valley Ln. | Cato

www.pekarskehomes.com 920-775-3987

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builder profile

Mark Pekarske Pekarske Builders is a Design/Build company located in the Town of Cato. We take pride in building energy efficient custom homes, additions, and remodels. We are one of the elite builders in the Wisconsin Energy Star Homes program, and all of our homes and renovations are tested to prove the unseen value of our building process. The Pekarske Team was recently awarded the 2007 Wisconsin Energy Star Builder of the Year award. Our attention to detail and dedication to “continuous improvement” result in homes that exceed the Wisconsin Energy Star requirements for comfort and energy efficiency. Since 1995 we have combined the custom design you expect with an award winning building team to achieve a high performance energy efficient custom homes and additions. The Pekarske Team invites you to enjoy our Parade of Homes entry with us. ■

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320 N Liberty Street | Valders Pekarske Builders welcomes you to this main floor home renovation. This home was originally built in 1938 for the village doctor. The main floor of this craftsman style home has quarter sawn Oak cabinets with granite counter tops and custom tile backsplash. Maple hardwood floors and ceramic tile floors finish the main floor. The craftsman style window and door trim was installed to be historically correct. The family room includes a wet bar with granite counter top. These are some of the features you will want to experience at our 2011 Parade of Homes renovation.

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features • Quarter-sawn oak cabinets with granite counter topss • Craftsman style oak trim and 3-panel oak doors • Family room with wet bar • New full bathroom with granite counter top • New main floor laundry room • Custom aluminum clad wood windows • Hardwood and tile floors throughout the main floor • Central vacuum • Home performance with Energy Star certified

subcontractors & suppliers • Alpine Insulation Co • B & M Waste Service • Ellerman Glass LLC • Etched in Stone • Guns Plastering • Kiel Building Supply

• Manitowoc Plumbing Service • Schnell Electric, Inc. • TK Hardwood Floor Co, LLC • Vacuum and Sewing Center • Valders Building Supply

10890 Cedar Valley Ln. | Cato

www.pekarskehomes.com 920-775-3987

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Admission $7 each during the event or Buy 1 Ticket Get 1 Free through June 22 at these participating outlets: Thursday, June 23, 4pm–8pm Friday, June 24, 4pm–8pm Saturday, June 25, Noon–4pm Sunday, June 26, Noon–4pm

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• MCHBA Office – 1011 South 10th St., Suite 103 • Acute Angle – 210 North 8th St., Manitowoc • M & I Bank – 1013 South 8th St., Manitowoc • Shipbuilders Credit Union – 309 East Main St., Mishicot • Shipbuilders Credit Union – 2001 Washington St., Manitowoc • Shipbuilders Credit Union – 200 North Rapids Rd., Manitowoc • Two Rivers Building Supply – 1612 12th St., Two Rivers • UnitedOne Credit Union – 4115 Calumet Ave., Manitowoc • UnitedOne Credit Union 1117 South 10th St., Manitowoc • UnitedOne Credit Union 2401 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc • Valders Building Supply 203 South Liberty St., Valders • Jim Reif Builders 150 Semi Dr., Francis Creek

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6209 Arabian Way | Two Rivers Brian Peterson Builders, Inc. is proud to feature this craftsman style, spacious, three bedroom, ranch home located on a private cul-de-sac to this year’s 2011 Parade of Homes. This home offers an open concept plan with a walk out basement. We welcome you to tour this custom built home and enjoy the unique master bathroom with a large walk in tiled shower. We would like to express a sincere “Thank You” to the home owners for allowing us to build and showcase their beautiful home.

features • 2,308 sq. ft. • Transitional design • Open concept with 9’, 10’ and 11’ ceiling heights • Andersen casement windows and patio doors • White painted trim • Beautiful maple cabinetry • Spacious kitchen with walk in pantry and tiled backsplash • Granite countertops • Open staircase to lower level • Walk In tiled shower in master bathroom • Gas ﬁreplace with stone surround • Large laundry/mudroom • Finished 3 car insulated and drywalled garage with access to lower level

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subcontractors & suppliers • B&M Waste Service • Braun Building Center • Carpets Plus of America • City Wide Insulation • Cornerstone Concrete & Masonry • Etched In Stone • Ellerman Glass, LLC • Heritage Woodworks • Hockers Brick & Tile

• Lowe’s • Manitowoc Garage Door Service • Manitowoc Heating & Refrigeration Services, Inc. • McMullen & Pitz Construction Co. • Roffers Concrete Construction • Schuh’s Excavating • Van Goethem Septic Systems, Inc.

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builder profile

Brian Peterson Brian Peterson Builders, Inc. take pride in their quality craftsmanship in making your dream of designing and building a new home a reality. Brian specializes in giving personal attention, creative ideas, and the latest technology to his customers. He spends unlimited time to help answer questions and works closely with the homeowners from the start to the finish. Brian will be right there working with his crew to ensure quality materials and reliable and talented subcontractors. His dedication to details will ensure the client’s complete satisfaction whether a new home or remodeling project. As you tour his homes you will notice the attention to quality and detailed craftsmanship. Brian would like to thank his crew, subcontractors, and suppliers for their hard work and support in making this year’s Parade Home a success. Thank you for visiting t his parade home. We welcome the opportunity to discuss your new home plans or remodeling projects. Brian and his wife, Lori, reside at 9809 Fisherville Road in Manitowoc County. They can be contacted at (920) 732-3920 or by email BPBuilders@tm.net. ■

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413 Highland Court | Two o Rivers

When in Two Rivers, take 22nd St. east toward Lake Michigan. Turn left following Sandy Bay Road north approximately ½ mile. Left on Sandy Ridge Drive. Left on Highland Court, home is on the left. Look for details on page 26

6209 Arabian Way | Two Rivers

County B north from Manitowoc to Shoto Road. Left (west) on Shoto Road ½ mile to Arabian Way. Left on Arabian Way (home is located at end of the cul-de-sac). Look for details on page 16

1821 Abbey Ridge Lane | Manitowoc

Hwy 10/42 to N. 18th St. (County Q). North on N. 18th St. approximately ¼ mile past Magnolia Dr. to Ravenswood Lane. Left or west on Ravenswood to Abbey Ridge Lane. Right on Abbey Ridge Lane. Home will be on the left. Look for details on page 8

828 Viebahn Street | Manitowoc nitowoc

South on South 10th Street to Viebahn Street. East on Viebahn Street about a half a block to home. Look for details on page 10

2515 Fox Chase Drive | Manitowoc

West on Hwy 151. Approximately ½ mile past Silver Lake College, turn left into Silver Ridge subdivision onto Crossing Meadows Dr. South on Crossing Meadows Dr. to Twin Ponds Dr. Left on Twin Ponds Dr. one block to the corner of Twin Ponds Dr. and Fox Chase. Home is on the left. Look for details on page 22

11 436 Berge Street | Valders Highway 151 west from Manitowoc to the Village of Valders. Right (west) on Roosevelt Ave. Left (south) on Berge Street. Home on the right side (west) of Berge Street. Look for details on page 12

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3603 Pierce Court | Two Rivers

Hwy 42 to 34th St. Right on 34th St. (by Krajnik’s) one block to Garfield St. Left on Garfield St. one block to 35th St. Right on 35th St. one block to left onto Pierce Court. Look for details on page 20

327 Mosie Court | Manitowoc

County B (N. 8th Street) north past Piggly Wiggly. Right (east) on Woodridge Drive to Wild Oak Drive. Left on Wild Oak Dr. to Mosie Court. Look for details on page 30

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2148 South 21st Street | Manitowoc

Dewey Street to S. 21st Street. South on S. 21st St. one block. The home is on the corner of South 21st and Summit Street. Look for details on page 6

10 320 N Liberty Street | Valders Highway 151 west from Manitowoc to the Village of Valders. Left (south) on Liberty Street. Home will be on the right. Look for details on page 14

12 3231 Whitetail Run | Brillion County JJ to Long Lake Rd. Right on Long Lake Rd. to Hilltop Rd. Right on Hilltop Rd. to Beech Rd. Left on Beech Rd. to Whitetail Run. Right on Whitetail Run to home. Look for details on page 28

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3603 Pierce Court | Two Rivers Welcome to our 2011 Parade of Homes entry built and designed by Certiﬁed Builders LLC. Enjoy this 2,055 sq. ft. three bedroom home with open concept. The kitchen, dining, and great room offer plenty of room for entertaining of family and friends. The large master suite has a custom tiled shower and large walk in closet. Special thanks to the homeowners for allowing us to showcase their home.

features • Custom maple cabinetry • Granite countertops • Tumbled stone backsplash • 6-panel maple doors • Custom tiled shower • Birch hardwood floors • Master bath with heated tile floor • 9-ft. and 10-ft. high ceilings • Open staircase • Gas log fireplace • Mudroom with built-in bench • Andersen windows • 3-car garage with basement access • Energy Star Home

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subcontractors & suppliers • B & M Waste Service • Carpets Plus of America • City-Wide Insulation • Ellerman Glass LLC • Energy Strategies • Etched In Stone • Garage Door Specialty • Green Acres Landscape & Garden Center • Hockers Brick & Tile • Kiel Building Supply • Manitowoc Disposal

• Manitowoc Heating & Refrigeration Service Inc. • Maritime Plumbing & Mechanical • Pajula Construction • Ringmeier Drywall • Roffers Concrete Construction • Schnell Electric • Schuh’s Excavating • Sherwin Williams Co • Shipbuilders Credit Union • SMI • Valley Cabinet

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builder profile

Certified Builders Certified Builders LLC takes great pride in listening to our customers and incorporating their ideas to make your home your ver y own. As a design build contractor we start to get a feel of your ideas from the very first time we meet. That in turn makes the building process of your home more enjoyable. Left to right: Carl, Mike, Todd You will see the fine craftsmanship and attention to detail as you tour our parade entry. You will also see the high quality of our trade partners. We would like to assist you in your next building project, weather it is a new home, remodel project, or addition. We have been very active in the Manitowoc County Home Builders Association being a member since 2004. Currently Todd is the President of the Association, and we were the Builder of the Year in 2007. Visit our website at www.certifiedbuildersllc.com or call 920-686-0800. ■

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2515 Fox Chase Drive | Manitowoc “Exceeding Your Expectations.” That’s what Jim Reif Builders accomplished with this custom-designed 2011 rendition Craftsman style home. In this next-generation move-up home, the close proximity of the great room and kitchen lend to the ultimate social entertaining atmosphere. Clean lines, natural light, rich colors and textures exemplify the elements of the historic architecture with the trends of today. Come experience the character and comforts this year’s MUST-SEE HOME has to offer in an elegant atmosphere that afﬁrms the reputation of why Jim Reif Builders is the premier home builder for the lakeshore area!

features

• Multiple ceiling heights and features • Gas fireplace with cultured stone surround • Pella ProLine series windows and patio doors • Tile and hardwood floors • Kitchen backsplash • Master walk-in shower with glass shower enclosure • Whirlpool tub • Custom wood interior columns • Spray foam insulation in exterior walls, floor system and attic • Unique wall niches and tray ceiling • Craftsman birch flat three panel interior doors and millwork • Custom birch stained cabinetry with granite countertops • Cultured stone and fiber-cement sided exterior • Egress window and well for future living space expansion • Stairwell to the basement from the garage • Geothermal HVAC system • Kohler plumbing fixtures • Radiant floor heat in the master bathroom and kitchen • Three car hobby garage with epoxy floor finish

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subcontractors & suppliers • Alberts Plastering • American TV Kennedy Hahn • B & M Waste Service • Builders Supply of NE WI • City Wide Insulation • CRW Insurance & Financial Services • Dalton Carpet Outlet • Ellerman Glass LLC • Energy Strategies • Etched In Stone • First American Title Insurance Co

• First Supply Co • Fuhrmann Heating & Cooling Inc • Greg Harris Masonry LLC • Guilette’s Seamless Gutters • Hockers Brick & Tile • Integrity Mutual Insurance Co • Luisier Plumbing • Manitowoc Disposal • Manitowoc Garage Door Service • Martin Security Systems

• McMullen & Pitz Construction Co • Menards • Oak Ridge Custom Cabinets • Pajula Construction • Roffers Concrete Construction • Schnell Electric Inc • Schuh’s Excavating • Sherwin Williams Co • Stone Creations of WI Inc • Valders Building Supply • VerHalen, Inc

150 Semi Drive | Francis Creek

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builder profile

Jim Reif Making a Difference, this is what Jim Reif wanted to do for the construction industry here in the Lakeshore and throughout Northeast Wisconsin. “I felt customers deserved better, I made a difference and I continue to strive to give my clients the best project they could experience. My vision to see the potential in the layout of a project site, the foresight an addition can offer to an existing home or the ability to design renovations for your existing home are a few of the reasons why Jim Reif Builders was voted the Best of Manitowoc County in 2010.” Starting in May of 1994, Jim started to assemble a team of highly skilled craftsman and trade contractors to take on any project from small renovations, additions, to homes of any size. Jim and his team are proud to have designed and built some of the nicest homes in the area. Each year we keep enhancing our knowledge, by attending numerous seminars and educational opportunities like Energy Star and Green Building events which translate into better projects for our clients. Communication with our clients is key, starting at the very first meeting and continuing through the completion of your project. Our detailed work schedule allows our clients to follow the day to day progress, as well as being able to integrate their personal schedules. Jim Reif Builders’ dedication to their clients is unsurpassed by any others: a standard two year warranty and Jim being available almost any time of the day to answer questions or concerns clients may have, to name a few. We invite you to contact us and “Experience the Difference” we can make for you. Jim personally guarantees his team will exceed your expectations. ■

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1824 Abbey Ridge Lane | Manitowoc From the moment you arrive at this home, you will be able to sense how the Vision of Jim Reif Builders can transform your “Dream into Reality.” This Italian villa features a magnificent display of design which embraces the landscape with views of the woods and river as a backdrop. With inspirations reminiscent of Tuscany, you will see first hand how this residence truly reflects the very special people whom call it home. Large living spaces and aromas from the kitchen exemplify this is a home all about La Famiglia: family living and family gatherings. You do not want to miss out on experiencing this delightful home!

features

• Multiple ceiling heights • Pella ProLine casement windows and patio doors with Designer Series in select locations • Wood burning fireplace with marble surround and custom mantle • Custom birch stained cabinetry and granite countertops • Tile floors • Oversized walk-in pantry • Tile walk-in shower with glass surround • Birch raised panel interior doors and maple millwork • Private master bedroom suite: - Gas fireplace with tile surround - Sitting area - Columns with arch - Spacious walk-in closet • Finished exposed walk-out lower level: - Family room with kitchenette - Two bedrooms with shared bathroom - Hobby spaces • Dry-Vit (stucco) and fiber-cement sided exterior • Spray foam insulation in exterior walls & floor system • Three car garage • Radiant floor heat in lower level • Covered front porch

lower level

main level

subcontractors & suppliers • Alberts Plastering • American TV Kennedy Hahn • B & M Waste Service • Builders Supply of NE WI • City Wide Insulation • CRW Insurance & Financial Services • Dalton Carpet Outlet • Ellerman Glass LLC • Etched In Stone • First American Title Insurance Co

• First Supply Co • Fuhrmann Heating & Cooling • Guilette’s Seamless Gutters • Hockers Brick & Tile • Integrity Mutual Insurance Co • Investors Community Bank • Manitowoc Disposal • Manitowoc Garage Door Service • Martin Security Systems • McMullen & Pitz Construction Co

• Menards • N & N Painting • Oak Ridge Custom Cabinets • Pajula Construction • Roffers Concrete Construction • Schnell Electric Inc • Schuh’s Excavating • Sherwin-Williams Co • Stone Creations of WI, Inc • Valders Building Supply • VerHalen, Inc

150 Semi Drive | Francis Creek

www.jimreifbuilders.com 920-684-6899

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Our experienced specialists can handle your landscaping needs, including... • Lawn Maintenance

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413 Highland Court | Two Rivers Jim Reif Builders Inc. proudly presents this charming custom designed open concept home, appealing to the ﬁrst time homeowner thru the empty nester. The combination of elegance and everyday living needs are blended together in this size conscious, but comfortable single ﬂoor design that is “home” to all ages. A sunroom provides the cozy warmth for relaxing or socializing with friends. We have built a reputation over the years of being dedicated to detail and quality craftsmanship and this home will not disappoint the senses! Come and see what Jim Reif Builders has to offer to you.

main level

features

• ADA friendly design: • Level entry garage and front porch • 36” wide doors • Pella ProLine casement windows and patio door • Gas fireplace with granite surround and custom mantle • Custom knotty cherry cabinetry • Brazilian cherry hardwood floor • Tile floors and kitchen backsplash • Decorative display shelves • Walk-in pantry • Stepped tray and cathedral ceiling features • Partial exposed basement for future living space • Tile walk-in shower • Foyer columns with arch • Unique niches • Maple raised panel interior doors and millwork • Two car garage • Covered front porch • Brick and vinyl siding exterior • Spray foam insulation in exterior walls and floor system • Stamped concrete patio

subcontractors & suppliers • Alberts Plastering • American TV Kennedy Hahn • B & M Waste Service • Bay Title & Abstract Inc. • Builders Supply of NE WI • City Wide Insulation • CRW Insurance & Financial Services • Dalton Carpet Outlet • Energy Strategies • Etched In Stone • First Supply Co.

• Fuhrmann Heating & Cooling • Greg Harris Masonry LLC • Guilette’s Seamless Gutters • Hockers Brick & Tile • Integrity Mutual Insurance Co. • Luisier Plumbing Inc • Manitowoc Disposal • Manitowoc Garage Door Service • Martin Security Systems • McMullen & Pitz Construction Co.

• Menards • N & N Painting • Oak Ridge Custom Cabinets • Pajula Construction • Roffers Concrete Construction • Schnell Electric Inc. • Schuh’s Excavating • Sherwin-Williams Co • Valders Building Supply • VerHalen, Inc.

150 Semi Drive | Francis Creek

www.jimreifbuilders.com 920-684-6899

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We have it all!

• Storm & Screen Repair Pet Screen Available • • Custom Storms & Screens • • Plate Glass & Plexiglass • • Thermopanes • • Mirrors & Tabletops • • Custom Shower Doors • Residential and Commercial

928 S 12th St. Manitowoc, WI

Ambience Character

Making a Difference, this is what Jim Reif wanted to do for the construction industry here in the Lakeshore and throughout Northeast Wisconsin. “I felt customers deserved better, I made a difference and I continue to strive to give my clients the best project they could experience. My vision to see the potential in the layout of a project site, the foresight an addition can offer to an existing home or the ability to design renovations for your existing home are a few of the reasons why Jim Reif Builders was voted the Best of Manitowoc County in 2010.” Starting in May of 1994, Jim started to assemble a team of highly skilled craftsman and trade contractors to take on any project from small renovations, additions, to homes of any size. Jim and his team are proud to have designed and built some of the nicest homes in the area. Each year we keep enhancing our knowledge, by attending numerous seminars and educational opportunities like Energy Star and Green Building events which translate into better projects for our clients. Communication with our clients is key, starting at the very first meeting and continuing through the completion of your project. Our detailed work schedule allows our clients to follow the day to day progress, as well as being able to integrate their personal schedules. Jim Reif Builders’ dedication to their clients is unsurpassed by any others: a standard two year warranty and Jim being available almost any time of the day to answer questions or concerns clients may have, to name a few. We invite you to contact us and “Experience the Difference” we can make for you. Jim personally guarantees his team will exceed your expectations. ■

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3231 Whitetail Run | Brillion Reindl Builders LLC invites you to view our 2011 parade. This custom built 1,754 sq. ft. home features an eye-catching front entrance. The home’s open concept design allows easy entertaining and comfort from the kitchen area, to arched entry ways and open staircase to the basement. The great room views are breath-taking overlooking the woods. We thank the homeowner and subcontractors for their time and effort in building this truly beautiful custom home.

features • Custom tile shower • Open ﬂoor plan/ split bedroom design • 9-ft. and 12-ft. ceilings • Maple Cabinetry • LP SmartSide exterior window trim • Maple 2-panel arch doors • Open stairway to lower level • Cultured stone • Custom archways • Quartz countertops • Hand-scraped hardwood ﬂooring

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subcontractors & suppliers • Bay Title • Bilt Rite Contractors LLC • Braun Building Center • Builders Supply of NE WI • Cellcom • City Wide Insulation • CRW Insurance & Financial Services • First Supply Co

• Fresh Cut Lawn Care • Karl Kimmes Well and Pump • Lowe’s • Manitowoc Disposal • Northern Concrete Construction • Schneider & Schneider Construction • Sherwin-Williams Co • Van Goethem Septic Systems, Inc

1560 Golfside Court | Cato

www.reindlbuilders.com 920-973-3100

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Jeremy Reindl

Jeremy Reindl, owner of Reindl Builders LLC would like to welcome you to the 2011 Parade of Homes. I hope that you enjoy all of the unique ideas to personalize this year’s parade home. Reindl Builders LLC was established in 2004. After completing an Associates degree in civil engineering and structural design, Jeremy became experienced with all aspects of home building, including being certified as a Green Built Home Builder. Reindl Builders has built a reputation for building by satisfying every customer’s expectations. Jeremy is on the job site every step of the way ensuring the highest quality of craftsmanship. He believes that success grows by personalizing the building experience for his customers. He likes to take the time to meet and listen to you and your family’s ideas to ensure that he and his team create a home that you and your family will enjoy for years to come. I welcome your questions and am open to discussing your plans of building or remodeling a Green Built/Energy Star certified home. I can be reached at 920-973-3100 or on the web at www.reindlbuilders.com. I look forward to personally meeting you at the 2011 Parade of Homes. ■

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327 Mosie Court | Manitowoc Bartow Builders is pleased to present this beautiful ranch style home with 3,355 square feet to explore. Experience a house that is truly a home. When you walk through the beautiful front door you will be greeted with the home office that is equipped to solve all your business needs. The great room is extremely inviting with the amazing arches and custom built entertainment center. If you enjoy cooking, you will love the layout of this kitchen, which is equipped with custom maple cabinetry, stainless appliances, granite countertops and an enormous amount of space to cook. The lower level has a craft room, two bedrooms and a family room, perfect for all occasions. We want to thank the homeowner’s for allowing us to showcase their eir home, our dedicated trade partners and employees for all their hard work ork on this project. We hope you enjoy this beautiful home.

features • Custom maple cabinetry • Granite countertops • Decorative niches • Arched openings • Custom walk in shower • His and hers closets • Wisconsin Energy Star Homes

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subcontractors & suppliers • Ant’s Tile and Stone • Braun Building Center • Check Electric of Manitowoc • City Wide Insulation • Cornerstone Concrete Masonry • Dalton Carpet Outlet • Ellerman Glass LLC • Garage Door Specialty, Inc. • Guilette’s Seamless Gutters

• Gun’s Plastering • Manitowoc Plumbing Service • Prestige Custom Cabinetry • RCS Painting & Staining • Roffers Concrete Construction • Schuh’s Excavating • Shipbuilders Credit Union • Smokey Barbier Heating

32 Albert Dr. | Manitowoc

www.bartowbuilders.com 920-682-7100

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JUST LIKE THE

Brandon Bartow

TEMPERATURE, OUR

QUALITY

When it comes time to build your dream home, add an addition or renovate your home to meet the changing needs of your family, Bartow Builders accepts the challenge with an uncompromising determination. We know how to transform your house into the most inviting home. Bartow Builders thrives on innovation, quality, excellence, integrity and honesty that goes beyond measure. At Bartow Builders we have the diversification within our company to handle your needs.

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Here is why you should choose Bartow Builders for your next project: • Certified through the State • Adequately insured person• Experienced craftsman of Wisconsin as a builder, nel and trade partners for the within our staff to control Certified as a Certified Aging protection of the homeowner quality and scheduling in Place Specialist, Certified • Professionalism at all levels • Professional, experienced in Lead Removal trade partners to make your • Educated personnel from the • Wisconsin Energy Star project a success at each top down Builder phase Bartow Builders’ success is directly attributed to our customers, our excellent employees, and our dedicated trade partners. Our “team” approach to all jobs allows each phase of the project to come with great success. We guarantee the end result will exceed your expectations. Our success has allowed us the opportunity to volunteer and give back to our community through leadership roles at the Manitowoc County Home Builders Association, the Chamber of Manitowoc County, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and the Wisconsin Builders Association. We are also very proud to have given time, talent, and resources to numerous community service projects and school education and athletic associations. Giving back to those who help make our business prosperous will always be a staple in our company. We invite you to call on Bartow Builders for all your building and remodeling needs. We are confident we can make your project a success. Please visit our web site for testimonials, project details, and to learn more about our company at www.bartowbuilders.com. ■

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Bryant is giving everyone another reason to head indoors this summer. In fact, our new line features some of the best cooling products we’ve ever made. Not only built with DuraGuard PlusTM protection to help keep critical components safe from the elements, its appearance also looks great in your backyard. All in all, it’s just our way of making your summer cooler than ever. Whatever it takes.SM

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BUILD YOUR HOME GREEN If you have plans to build a new house soon, this is the time to start things off right. An environmentally thoughtful, high-performance home is one that incorporates a green combination of technology, construction, design and maintenance elements -- all of which will provide a healthier indoor life for its residents, and will significantly lower its impact on the planet’s environment. Indeed, a well-planned green home costs less to operate immediately and its value increases steadily over time. A green home is constructed with concrete, not wood, has energyefficient lighting, heating, cooling and water-heating systems — and if you’re wondering what else makes a home truly green, here’s a handy checklist as you begin: ● THE SITE. Build where you can

beautify or replace unsightly properties like a factory, a parking lot, rail yard or shopping mall. Don’t build on environmentally sensitive sites like wetlands, forests or farmland. ● LOCATION. Build with walking or cycling in mind, near public transportation, schools, and shops. ● MATERIALS. Start with concrete. An award-winning system by Nudura (www.nudura.com) builds the walls with pre-assembled, Lego-like blocks of concrete. This cuts construction time significantly, creates less waste material, and virtually eliminates mold, mildew and other toxic emissions produced by buildings structured with wood. Homeowners save money with durability and energy efficiency — and the resulting structure is reported to be up to nine times stronger, with far continued on page 33

TWO QUALITY SUBDIVISIONS IN MANITOWOC Brought to you by Oak Park Developers, LLC Celebrating 25 years of quality sudivision developments in Manitowoc

Royal Oaks Subdivision #3 Royal Oaks Subdivision #3 features wooded city lots with all underground utilities & concrete streets. Several lots are suited for walk-out basements. Prices range from

$39,900 - $64,900. To reach Royal Oaks, take Menasha Ave to Knuell St., then 4 blocks north on Knuell.

Wo o d r i d g e S u b d i v i s i o n # 6 This quality subdivision features city lots on a quiet cul-de-sac with concrete streets. Zoned for 1- or 2- family homes. Lots are priced at

$39,900 - $51,900. To reach Woodridge Subdivision take Albert Drive to Wild Oak, then north on Wild Oak to Woodridge Place.

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more fire protection, far more sound insulation, and with a potential to reduce energy costs of up to 70 percent. Other green materials should include low- and zero-VOC (volatile organic compound) paints and sealants. Any wood-based features should come from rapidly renewable sources, like bamboo. The best green homes use salvaged materials like kitchen tiles with significant recycled content. Ask for a roof that is light-colored and heat-reflecting. ● DESIGN. Think about the site’s natural attributes and shape your new home accordingly. Reduce lighting and energy requirements, for example, by taking advantage of natural breezes and daylight, perhaps with skylights or with

larger windows on certain walls. Aim for natural daylight to reach at least 75 percent of the home’s interior. Outside, design your landscape with lots of large canopy trees and flowering plants to attract the reproduction activity of birds and bees. ● WINDOWS AND DOORS. Dualglaze windows reduce heat gain in summer and heat loss during cold winter months. The best quality is government rated. ● RENEWABLE ENERGY. Ask for the latest technology to generate some of your own household energy. ● WATER EFFICIENCY. Design with a water-conserving irrigation system. Collect and store rainwater. Add the latest in kitchen and bathroom water-efficient fixtures.

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