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A beginner’s guide to fall planting and maintenance
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pring and summer are perhaps the busiest times of year for gardeners. However, fall also is a prime time to tend to gardens.
• Fill in landscaping gaps. Some fall plants can add color around the landscape and brighten up homes to add curb appeal. In addition to pansies and violas, asters, kale and chrysanthemums The tree and bare root retailer are fall blooms. Keep in mind that Bower & Branch advises that soil temperatures in many regions of the mums can come back year after year. country may still be warm enough to So take them out of those flower encourage root growth well into the pots and get them into the ground. They can be enjoyed next year start of winter. Furthermore, fall is as well, sprouting in early spring often the ideal time to plant, fertilize and developing leaves and buds and keep a garden going or to get a through late summer. head start on next year’s bounty. • Clean up unwanted Here are some tips to make the most growth. Fall is an ideal time to cut of the fall gardening season. back spent vegetable plants and • Think about fall annuals get rid of errant weeds. Rather than and bulb planting. Near the end of bagging leaves, mow them with September, start planting coola grass catcher and then add the weather-loving pansies and violas mix to a vegetable garden as an for pops of color as summer flowers excellent soil insulator. The nitrogen fade. Also, it’s a good idea to stock and carbon will fertilize the soil, up on bulbs that will bloom in enhancing growing possibilities and the months to come before they limiting weed growth. sell out in stores. Wait until the • Propagate plants in the temperatures really cool down fall. As temperatures gradually begin before planting them in desired to cool, start taking cuttings from spots for spring sprouts. perennials, gathering seed pods • Sow salad seeds. Lettuce, spinach, radishes, and arugula tolerate cooler temperatures. Try new and interesting lettuce varieties and enjoy salads well into the fall season. • Take inventory of the sun. Positioning a garden carefully means maximizing hours of sunlight, which begin to dwindle in the fall. Experts say gardens grow best in sunny locations that receive six hours of direct sunlight each day. This is where container gardens can be helpful, as they allow gardeners to move plants into spots that will get ample sunlight.
from azaleas and rhododendrons and dividing hardwood cuttings, says the resource Gardening Know How. Consult with a garden center or horticulturist on the proper ways to propagate stems using rooting hormone and other techniques.
• Continue to water plants. Water is essential in the fall and winter as roots can still be growing. Gradually reduce watering duration as plants go dormant. Fall planting and maintenance can extend gardening season and improve the chances of growing a healthy spring garden.
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In This Issue REAL ESTATE AGENCIES & REALTORS..................................PAGE Dwelling Realty............................................................... 1 (Cover) Essential Real Estate........................................................ 1 (Cover) Lighthouse Realty........................................................... 1 (Cover) MOM Board of Realtors.............................................................23 Real Estate One: Brooke Sowa.....................................................9 Essential Real Estate............................................................. 12-13 Century 21: Gini Pelton.............................................................16 Real Estate One: Kathy Neveu......................................................6 Coldwell Banker: Jamie Gray.....................................................17 Century 21: Kari King..................................................................7 Lighthouse Realty: Heather Barker & Casey Tennant...................2 Lighthouse Realty: Kerri Mackey................................................19 Lighthouse Realty......................................................................24 FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS Caliber Home Loans: Mindy Sedelmaier........................ 1 (Cover) Genisys: Megan Kirker.................................................................5 Metro Mortgage...........................................................................7 Shelby State Bank......................................................................17
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HOME IMPROVEMENT/ DECOR COMPANIES......................PAGE Holden’s Home Emporium, Inc..................................................15 Carter Lumber............................................................................11 West Michigan Kitchen Studio.....................................................3 Pamela’s Design...........................................................................9 Somsel Lumber Company............................................................8 REDEEMED...................................................................................8 INSURANCE COMPANIES State Farm Insurance Agency: Mary Sturdevant..........................6 MISCELLANEOUS Real Estate Transactions.............................................................21 Business Directory.....................................................................10 ADVICE FOR THE HOME A beginner’s guide to fall planting and maintenance.................3 Revitalize your landscape on a budget......................................14 Signs a roof needs repair or replacement..................................16 How to protect your home when you’re away............................18 Affordable ways to make homes more appealing to modern buyers.....20 Wood floor installation dos and don’ts......................................22 Your Next Home • August 2022
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At Carter Lumber in Ludington, we make the transition into a new home as painless as possible. We have years of experience helping new residents turn their new homes into the permanent home of their dreams. From kitchen and bath designs to decking, we make the remodeling and building process easy. We’ve been rooted in the community for decades and are proud to welcome you to our beautiful lakeside community.
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305 5th St. Manistee 3BD 2BA 2,020 SF
$250,000 #22030590
This gorgeous home is a Manistee original, built in the 1800s and fully renovated in ‘18 down to the studs. New siding and gutters ‘20. 3 beds upstairs, a huge living and great room with an enclosed entry from 5th st that currently functions as a large office. This is a unique piece of history sitting next to its matching sister house next door. The view here out of the primary is outstanding overlooking the quiet side of town.
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231 W Parkdale Ave Manistee 1800 sq ft
$190,000 #22017239
Local River Adventure Sports Business with an endless amount of opportunity! Home & Business Combined! Manistee Paddle Sport Adventures has a huge following for all the Big & Little Manistee River summer activities including kayaking, river tubing, canoeing, bike and scooter rentals.
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6407 S Outer Loop Drive, 94 • Custer
$36,900 #21108980
18803 N Coates Hwy Brethren
278 2nd Avenue Manistee
$159,500 #22020475
Located on Manistee’s Northside close to Lake Michigan, and not far from Downtown! 1,942 sq. ft. 2 story 4 bedroom 1 1/2 bath with some updates. Fenced backyard and large detached garage with off-street parking. Home appears to be mechanically sound and has been well cared for by the current owner for many years. Wood-burning stove in the dining room just off the large kitchen and open to the family room. This would make a great starter home, forever home, or Up North getaway. Please schedule your tour today!
$170,000 #22024763
285 5th Street Manistee
$145,000 #22024010
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Adorable 4 bedroom 1 bath home with 2 car garage located close to downtown and Riverwalk. Updates within the last few years include new 200 amp electrical service, all new bath, kitchen appliances and countertops, washer and dryer (main floor laundry) and light fixtures. The main floor has 2 bedrooms with 2 smaller bedrooms upstairs. Would make a great cottage or starter home. Move in ready!
Turn Key. Includes a12’x16’RV Cabin with 50amps of electric for baseboard heat andAC, a 8’x20’tall boy storage shed for the toys and a new 10’x12’insulated building with storage loft and electric installed. 100 amp electrical service with additional 30amp outlet, seasonal campground well water and septic. Underground High speed DSL/cable is connected. Dues are just $245 annually Whiskey Creek is surrounded by over 22,000 acres of Federal land.Association includes clubhouse, seasonal bath house, year round road service, over 140 acres of common element property. Including 40 acres of water for fishing and swimming and nearly 100 acres of trails for you favorite means of transportation. This place is one of a kind, if you have not explored Whiskey Creek, do it now!
This cozy 2 bed 1.5 bath cabin is situated on 9 ac in the PERFECT location if you love hunting, fishing or just relaxing in the woods. With a gorgeous mix of hardwoods, this property is home to all sorts of wildlife. Sit on your back patio and enjoy the shade as you listen to the birds chirping; load up the kayaks and head down the road to Tippy Dam and enjoy the sun and waves or a calming trip down the river; jump on the quad and cruise the trails on the property through the quoted 20k in mixed timber! This cabin wil allow you the perfect spot to rest your head- coming fully furnished with h$ardwood bunkbeds and other lovable furnishings this is turn key and ready for you to enjoy. Hop out the back door and head to your tree stand in the back this October, overlooking your glorious 9 ac!
$950,000 #21116571
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$210,000 #22024720
5450 Carlson Rd Manistee 7 beds, 3 baths, 3180 SF
Opportunities like this, simply don’t happen every day! Sprawling 80 acre resort on Anderson Bayou of the Big Manistee River. Extremely well maintained 7 bedroom, 3 full bath home, with combined guest house separated by an attached garage, as well as a 24’ x 24’ bunkhouse style cabin right on the bayou!
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Three bedrooms and 2 bath with garage offer much comfort here in Heights. You can watch the kids bus stop from the living room bay sit on the porch with your coffee in gorgeously landscaped flower bed this house and offer much potentia owner. Central air, tons of counter s huge open basement complete with , wood room and woodstove that entire house. Add a couple more down there if you want or keep it op area- the possibilities are en
13604 Caberfae Wellston 5 BD 2 BA 1155
$425,000 #22017810
This is the perfect setting for someone look a booming vacation rental business. With li left for the season, this 5 bed 2 bath hous and 3 cabins make plenty of room for any haps you’re looking to make the house on your primary residence and rent out the alre remodeled 2 unit duplex, each unit comple full bath, family room and kitchen area. Th cabins are nearing completion and once t finishes the 4 units in the motel there will b on property as well as a 30 x 20 Pole bar
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7654 Riverside Dr Manistee 2 BD 1 BA 765 SF
$160,000
#22021925
471 1st Street Manistee
Beautiful home located on the Little Manistee River has lot of to offer; 2bed and 1bath well maintained mobile home with a wood stove, updated appliances and screened porch on the river side that is an excellent addition to this place. 2 car barn style garage with a full heated bunk house for guests is a BONUS. Moreover, there is a large wooded, buildable parcel right across the street that is included in sale! It is bordering with federal land that makes additional opportunities. Hurry up it won’t last long.
$142,500 #22029632
$165,000
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$129,900 #22029344
832 11 Mile Rd Irons 3 BD, 2 BA 1820 SF
$240,000
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This cozy home sits on 1.15 acres and is home to an abundance of fruit trees, grape vines, berry and flower bushes. Home is a 3 bed/ 2 bath with two dining rooms and family rooms. The open kitchen/dining/living room make it feel large inside the home. Lots of closets and storage space. Large yard wit, detached garage with 110 amp service and 220 hook ups make this perfect spot to work on your toys.
$115,000 #22027570
$30,000 #22003589
6384 S Outer Loop Drive, 98 • Custer
This beautiful home sits on one acre which buts up to a old privately owned air strip. This has a large living space with pull down stairs to bedroom/loft area. With wood siding, you will enjoy the natural look of the living space both inside and out. The well and septic are 2 years or newer. This get away will come fully furnished aside from personal items in the home. A matching wooden shed sits on the lot for storage as well.
Potter Rd Bear Lake Huge 24 x 20 greenhouse equipped with underground power on 4 large lots in Bear Lake. A short trip to Bear Lake or Lake Michigan, this is the perfect spot to build your forever home. Lots 17-20 total just under an acre for your use.
$35,000 #22022970
Deeded RV Recreational. Turn Key pull in Ready, Large lot in Whiskey Creek measuring nearly 1 acre. Complete with a 10x10’ storage shed a second 7x7’storage shed with decking, Firewood and pit, 100 amp electrical service with 50amp RV hookup, includes campground Well water with septic with drain field. Annual dues on this lot is $240 Whiskey Creek is surrounded by over 22,000 acres of Federal land.Association includes clubhouse, seasonal bath house, year round road service, over 140 acres of common element property. Including 40 acres of water for fishing and swimming and nearly 100 acres of trails for you favorite means of transportation. high speed DSL/cable is available at street. This place is one of a kind, if you have not explored Whiskey Creek, do it now www.whiskeycreekcon
14042 Healy Lake Rd Bear Lake 1 BD 2 BA 800 SF
$115,000 #22028785
This nearly 8 acres is set up perfect for a small farm. This is two 4 ac parcels complete with 2 25x40 outbuildings, one of which has been converted to a nearly finished living space. The other functions as a greenhouse/ grow house, fully equipped with electricity and a mini split for heating and cooling.
This mid sized, 3 bedroom, 1 bath home is move in ready. Priced in such a way as to give you room for the updates that you would want to make to make it your own. Just blocks away from 9th St Manistee Lake boat ramp. Solid family home with good amount of life still to offer in the roof, furnace and water heater. Are you ready to make that move from renting to home ownership?
2906 Frankfort Hwy Frankfort 3 BD 2 BA 1080 SF
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145 8TH St. Manistee 3 BD 1 BA 1698 SF
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17116 Airport Rd Wellston 1 BD, 2 BA 720 SF
10779 N Bass Lake Rd Irons 2 BD, 2 BA, 1911 SF 3 bed 1 bath ranch with beautiful meadow view where you can watch white deer. The house has been recently updated with a new siding, mud room, playroom floor and painted walls. This is great short term income property. It has been rented onAirbnb since 2018. House comes with all furniture, pool table, hocky table, foosball, pink pong, big TV and new washer and dryer. You can use property as year round residence or continue renting it out. There are endless possibilities. Walking distance to Harper Lake and Elbow Lake. Huge garage for all your toys! Call for showing today. Property is still active onAirbnb contact me or go to showing time to check availability for showing.
Duplex Located in Downtown Manistee, MI! Less than 1 mile from Lake Michigan & 1 block from the River Channel & Boardwalk!! Property has a long rental history! Lower Level has an attached garage, 1 bedroom, and 2 bathrooms (one could be converted to main-floor laundry), that currently rents for $650/ Month. Upper Level is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath, with laundry that currently rents for $650/Month. Utilities are separated except for water. Each Unit has a NEW ForcedAir Furnace & a New Water Heater. NEW 30Year Roof, paid for & scheduled to be replaced by the end ofAugust 2022. Certificate of Compliance with the City Rental Inspection program is good through June 29th 2025. All tours wil be scheduled in advance. Owner is a Licensed Real Estate Broker & Rental Manager in the State of Michigan.
13604 Caberfae Hwy Wellston 4600 Sq Ft This is the perfect setting for someone looking to take over a booming vacation rental business. With limited openings left for the season, this 5 bed 2 bath house, 4 unit motel and 3 cabins make plenty of room for any occasion.
$350,000 #22027684
LOCATION! 3 miles to Lake Michigan, 36 miles to Traverse City. Surrounded by many other lakes and rivers. Make this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath on 2.65 acres your forever home, vacation home or income property rental. Newer built 26x38 pole barn with electric and concrete floor.
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Revitalize your landscape on a budget
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any homeowners think they have to spend tons of green to get green in their landscape, but that isn’t necessarily so. Homeowners can improve their landscapes without digging themselves into financial holes. These strategies can help anyone save some cash and still end up with attractive gardens and more. • Use stones or gravel for a walkway. If commercially installed pavers or cement walkways are not within your budget, there are some affordable alternatives. Flagstone or individually purchased and spaced pavers and pea gravel can be used to create pathways. Some construction sites even offer free stones when asked. Soften the look with moss or other plants on the perimeter. • Remove some lawn. Lawns can require hours of upkeep that may involve the application of expensive fertilizers and weed-killing products that are not always so eco-friendly. Reduce the size of a lawn by putting in a mixed planting bed of perennials or ornamental grasses, or use
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landscape fabric and mulch. • Look for free mulch. Municipal recycling centers may offer residents access to free mulch made from grinding up leaves, branches and other plant debris collected throughout the town. Simply bring a few containers to the recycling center and spread the mulch for an ornamental look or to insulate landscapes over winter and protect against weeds. • Repurpose old items into planters. Old wheelbarrows, barrels, watering cans, and other items can be repurposed into container gardening vessels. Figure out if items marked for the garbage bin can be incorporated into garden features instead. • Invest in plants that are easy to propagate. Perennials are the gardener’s friend when it comes to saving money. These plants sprout anew each year, and many, such as sedum, catmint, ferns, hostas, and black-eyed Susans, can propagate by division. Figure out the best times of year to divide the plants and start growing them in individual containers before planting the sturdy new shoots
in the ground. A single variety of plants grouped together in mass plantings is affordable and easy. • Shop end-of season sales. Garden centers may begin to make room for holiday items come the fall. Take advantage of reduced costs on remaining plants and landscape accessories during this time of year. Plants can be covered or allowed to thrive indoors until they can be planted in the spring. • Pool your resources. Homeowners planning on a big landscaping or revitalization project may want to speak with neighbors to see if they’re interested in doing the same. Contractors guaranteed business from a few homes in the same neighborhood may be willing to negotiate lower prices for the volume of work on things like driveway repaving, deck- or fence-building, or installation of paver patios. Some handy ideas can help homeowners transform landscapes without spending too much. Your Next Home • August 2022
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Signs a roof needs repair or replacement
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any homeowners believe a roof is a oncein-a-lifetime investment. But roof damage can force homeowners to replace a roof regardless of how much time has lapsed since the roof was installed. The average life span of a roof depends on when the roof was installed and the materials it is made from. According to Central Homes Roofing, threetab shingles may last between 10 and 15 years, architectural shingles can endure for 15 to 20 years, and tile may last between 35 and 50 years. RPS Metal Roofing indicates a metal roof may last as long as 70 years. However, climate and color of the roof also will affect its longevity. Homeowners would be wise to consider these factors when determining if a roof is in need of repairs or replacement.
repairs can be made to isolated damage. Individuals who live in neighborhoods where neighbors are now replacing roofs will likely find it is time to consult a roofing company. Homeowners also can check to see if they have any receipts that indicate the roof’s installation date so they have an idea about its age. • Grain in gutters: Roofing shingles are designed to overlap, and sealant keeps them steady. Friction, weather and atmospheric changes can impact sealant and cause degradation. Gutters with grainy material in them could indicate worn out sealant and shingles. • Ridge damage: Ridges are spots where two separate areas meet and often are important to the structural integrity of the roof. If the roof ridge is showing signs of wear, it could be time to repair or replace it.
• Roof age: The age of the roof is a major • Curled shingle edges: If shingle tabs factor in determining if it will need to be replaced or if are curled or cupped, the shingles may need to be
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replaced. But if curling is extensive, a whole new roof may need to be installed. • Bald spots or lost portions of the roof: Missing granules and missing shingles are reasons to consult a pro for a roof evaluation. • Leaks indoors: Homeowners who find dark streaks or moisture in the attic may discover that water is penetrating the roof underlay. Water often comes in around chimney flashing. Other water signs are blistering and bubbling in walls. • Incoming light: Look up through the attic and see if any light is coming through the roof, which may indicate there are cracks or holes in the roof. • Aesthetics: If a homeowner doesn’t like the look of the roof from a design standpoint, a replacement also may be warranted. Roofs can last many years, but the presence of certain signs indicates replacement or repairs will be necessary.
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How to protect your home when you’re away
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acation often serves as a welldeserved break from the hustle and bustle of daily life. When relaxing and recharging away from home, the last thing vacationers want to think about is the safety of their homes and everything inside them. However, the National Council for Home Safety and Security and Statistics Canada estimate that more than two million burglaries occur in the United States and Canada every year. That underscores the importance of protecting your home at all times, including when you’re not there. • Create the impression that someone is home. Just because you’re heading off for parts unknown doesn’t mean you can’t create the impression that life is carrying on as usual within the walls of your home. Smart home technology now enables homeowners to set timers on lights and even home
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electronics like televisions and radios. Homeowners also can ask neighbors to pick up their mail or halt delivery until they return from their trips. Nothing says “no one’s home” as definitively as an overflowing mailbox. • Keep quiet on social media. A Credit Sesame survey of former burglars in the United Kingdom found that 78 percent acknowledged monitoring social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter as they try to find homes to burglarize. Individuals about to go on vacation should avoid sharing that on social media. • Stay silent while you’re away as well. Social media silence should be continued while you’re on vacation as well. No matter how tempting it may be to share photos from an exotic location, such posts could catch the attention of all the wrong people. A recent report
from MetLife indicated that 35 percent of Americans between the ages of 18 and 34 check in from their locations via social media. That can alert criminals that no one is manning the fort back home. • Switch from a traditional lock and key to a lockbox. Individuals who travel frequently can take a page from the realtor notebook and switch from a traditional lock and key lock system to a lockbox. Lockboxes require that a code is entered before a box containing a key can be unlocked. Homeowners who want this added measure of protection don’t even need to put a key inside the lockbox, which typically covers a lock, making it extremely difficult for potential thieves to pick the lock. Before leaving for vacation, individuals can implement various strategies and safety measures to protect their homes and their belongings while they’re away. Your Next Home • August 2022
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Affordable ways to make homes more appealing to modern buyers
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ome trends come and go. Today’s must-have items tend to become tomorrow’s outdated features in the blink of an eye. Homeowners who plan to stay in their current homes for years to come needn’t prioritize modern trends over personal preferences. However, homeowners looking to sell their homes can consider these favored features to increase their properties’ appeal to modern buyers. • Separate laundry room: According to the National Association of Home Builders’ 2021 What Home Buyers Really Want report, a separate room dedicated to laundry was the most desired feature among prospective home buyers. Though it might not inspire the awe of an outdoor living room or floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a wooded backyard, a laundry room fills a direct and universal need. Perhaps that’s why 87 percent of buyers want a room dedicated to laundry in a home. • Exterior lighting: Drive through a modern suburban neighborhood at night and it won’t take long before you realize the popularity of exterior lighting. And that’s no coincidence, as homeowners everywhere appear to embrace exterior lighting. The NAHB report indicates that exterior lighting is the most sought-after outdoor feature. The good news for prospective sellers is that exterior lighting is an inexpensive and instant way to transform a property at night. Some solar-powered
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lighting along walkways and outside the front door can make a home feel more safe, while some uplighting of large trees in the backyard can produce a sight to behold once the sun goes down. • Energy-efficient upgrades: Inflation has driven up the cost of just about everything over the last year-plus, and energy is no exception. So it should come as no surprise that 83 percent of prospective home buyers are looking for energy-efficient windows and appliances in a home. These features save money and benefit the planet, making them a win-win among buyers. • Patio: Patio spaces have long been popular, but that popularity reached new heights during the pandemic. When forced to stay at home for long periods of time, millions of people longed for ways to spend more time outdoors without breaking lockdown rules. Patios provide outdoor living spaces, and 82 percent of buyers indicated they wanted a patio with their next property. • Side-by-side sink: A double or side-by-side sink is among the more affordable features buyers are looking for. At less than $1,000 on average, a side-by-sink is an affordable way to make a home more appealing to modern buyers. Modern buyers want a lot out of their homes, and sellers can do their best to meet those desires while getting the most money for their properties. Your Next Home • August 2022
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Wood floor installation dos and don’ts
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aw-dropping features can sell a home in a heartbeat. A penthouse apartment with floor-to-ceiling windows and a panoramic view of a city skyline likely won’t prove a hard sell, nor will a home with an infinity pool overlooking a landscape of rolling hills. As awe-inspiring as such features can be, some more subtle components, such as authentic hardwood floors, also can do much to make a home more appealing to prospective buyers. Hardwood flooring is a sought-after commodity. Data from the National Association of Realtors indicates that 54 percent of home buyers are willing to pay more for hardwood floors. In fact, NAR figures indicate that 28 percent of buyers between the ages of 35 and 54 consider hardwood floors “very important” when looking for a home. Homeowners who are considering selling their homes, or those who simply want to upgrade their existing flooring, may want to consider installing hardwood flooring. Though it’s a project best left to professionals, hardwood flooring can be installed by skilled DIYers. In such instances, warp or twist. Sinking floors are another homeowners may want to keep these dos indicator of deteriorating subfloors. and don’ts in mind. Subfloors should be somewhat level before new hardwoods are installed, DO hire a professional if you have so DIYers should inspect and address limited or no DIY flooring experience. subfloor issues before installing new Hardwood flooring installation is not flooring. generally a project for novice DIYers. Hardwood flooring projects may present DO expose wood flooring to the elements some common challenges, but no two in your home prior to installation. The homes are the same. So unless they home improvement resource BuildDirect have prior experience installing floors in recommends acclimating hardwoods to multiple rooms or homes, homeowners the space where they will be installed. may save themselves time, trouble and Skipping this important step could a significant amount of money hiring a result in gaps during the winter and professional to do the job. cupping over the summer. To acclimate hardwoods, open the boxes and spread DON’T ignore the subfloor. New them out for about a week while running hardwoods won’t erase the problem of the air conditioner or heater at normal subfloors in poor condition. According levels. When storing hardwoods prior to the home renovation experts at BobVila.com, squeaky floors could be an to installation, avoid keeping them in indication that the subfloor has begun to potentially moist areas like a basement.
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DON’T skimp on tools. A DIY hardwood flooring installation might be less expensive than hiring a professional, but homeowners should resist any temptation to increase those savings further by purchasing less costly tools or fewer tools than is necessary to complete the job. BuildDirect notes that DIYers will need at least a miter saw, table saw, cleat-nailer or stapler, finish nailer, compressor, jamb saw, chalk line, nail set, and tape measurer when installing hardwood floors. Purchase all necessary tools and read product reviews to ensure each tool is up to the task. Wood floors can be awe-inspiring. Some homeowners can install such flooring on their own, and the project can be much easier if they learn as much about installation as possible prior to beginning the project. Your Next Home • August 2022
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