Steuben County Real Estate Guide December 2017

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REAL ESTATE AND AUCTIONEERS, INC. Don Oberlin (260) 488-2813 • Cell:(260) 667-7791

7705 S. Wayne St., Hamilton, IN

Website at: www.oberlinweb.com Email: oberlinrealestate@frontier.com

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1700 LN 201, Ball Lake, Hamilton 2 BR, 1 BA, Approx.

1,297 sq. ft., 63’x149’ Lot, $198,000 LD SO

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245 W. 150 S., Angola 2 possible 3 BR, 1 BA, 2,082 sq. ft. 2-car detached garage, paved drive, 1.06 acres.

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7001 Terry Lake Rd., 3925 E. Church St., Hamilton Hamilton 2 BR, 1 BA, cedar closets, 3 BR, 2 BA, 1200 sq. ft. 2 car 1,959 sq. ft., 1-car attached, under, finished basement, 1 car basement, new furnace & AC detached, $109,900 2012, new roof & bath 2014.

Price reduced to $105,000.

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BUILDING LOTS Stocker Street Angola • $32,000

0655 C.R. 61, Hamilton 3730 E 500 S, 1900 LN 120, 4725 E. St. Rd. 427, 28.2 acres, 4” well, Hamilton Hamilton Lake Hamilton pole barn, $155,000.

3 BR, 2 BA, 1,400 sq. ft., 1 BR, 1 BA, 1,238 sq. ft.

3 BR, 2 BA, 2,450 sq. ft., 2-car attached, basement, Open 2nd floor, new roof, 2-car attached garage.

2 pole buildings, 3.03 new well in ‘06, beautiful Attached mother-in-law acres. $144,600 view, sandy beach, leased apartment, 2 BR, 1 BA. ground. $95,000 Pole barn & pond on 3 acres. $149,900

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Anchor Realty - Agents .................................................22 Anchor Realty - Jeff Smith............................................23 Booth Rose Krebs ..................................................... 12-13 Campbell and Fetter Bank ...........................................40 Century-21 Bradley - Sherri Recht .............................35 Coldwell Banker Roth Wehrly Graber - Agents....... 6 Coldwell Banker Roth Wehrly Graber Sandi Cather ..................................................................10 Coldwell Banker Roth Wehrly Graber Team Gundy ..................................................................... 7 Coldwell Banker Roth Wehrly Graber Kirk Kohart .......................................................................10 Coldwell Banker Roth Wehrly Graber Kay Kunce ......................................................................... 8 Coldwell Banker Roth Wehrly Graber Don Wise ........................................................................... 9 Farmers & Merchants State Bank ...............................39 Fred Beck & Associates ................................................ 4-5 Lakefront Real Estate .............................................. 26-27 Mike Thomas Associates - Agents .............................24 Mike Thomas Associates - Auburn ..................... 18-19 Mike Thomas Associates - Mark Bock ......................25 Mike Thomas Associates - Candy Carlin..................31 Mike Thomas Associates - Legacy Group ........ 30-31

Cameron Place Hamilton • $20,000 THINKING OF SELLING? Contact Oberlin for all your Real Estate and Auction needs!

Mike Thomas Associates - Wes Hankey ...................32 Mike Thomas Associates - Danielle Jackson ..........28 Mike Thomas Associates - Tammy Klink..................33 Mike Thomas Associates - Ruth Patterson .............33 Mike Thomas Associates - Deb Rodriguez ...... 26-27 Mike Thomas Associates - Barb Stirlen ....................29 Oberlin Real Estate............................................................ 3 Realty Pro Hansbarger Realty .............................. 36-37 ReMax Results - Agent Page .......................................14 ReMax Results - Pam / George Doty ........................15 ReMax Results - Christy Thomson...................... 16-17 Southern Michigan Bank & Trust...............................35 State Bank and Trust ........................................................ 2

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(260) 665-3151

fredjbeck@gmail.com

www.fredjbeck.com Serving Northeastern Indiana

LOCATED AT 1920 West 200 North, Suite G, Angola

Specializing in Commercial Real Estate Business Brokerage

Orland...................................................... $119,500 NEW PRICE. Approximate 2,000 square foot building located on State Road 120. Central air, plenty of parking and well maintained.

Commercial Land Business Condo Pads

By ANGOLA INNOVATION PARK.....................$175,000 5 available. Includes parking, lighting. City utilities. One is sold for medical use. We have several commercial, industrial and development properties that in most cases are shovel ready.

Contact us with your needs.

Greenhouse and Nursery............................$799,900 Now is the best time to purchase your own greenhouse, nursery and landscaping business. By the time we close and you are trained, you will be ready for the early spring business. Consistent year round income. Partial owner financing. Includes 2 locations, equipment and delivery vehicles. Very solid investment and family business.

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Commercial and Industrial Land Opportunities We have approximately 20 parcels of bare ground listed.

Room does not allow us to properly describe them and we feel all are very competitively priced or we do not take them. They range in price from the low $40’s to nearly $1 million and include parcels in industrial parks, at interstate exchanges, lakes, Angola Fremont and LaGrange. We have sold sever parcels this year and look forward to serving you.

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CR 500 E, LaGrange County......................... $189,500 4 bedroom home with 2-1/2 baths. Has detached 2-car garage and a 40’x60’ pole barn.

GLENDARIN SUBDIVISION............................ $294,900 Quick possession on this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home located in one of Angola’s premier subdivisions. Has a daylight basement with wet bar and office. Spacious kitchen with hickory cabinets and a 3-car garage.

5 Acres with Pond...................................... $144,500 Located inside the Angola city limits. The home needs major renovation…or possible tear down and build new.

Crooked Lake.............................................. $79,500 Channel front lot in first basin. Septic on site. Zoned for conventional or mobile home.

Commercial Buildings

408 North Wayne....................................... $115,000 Investment opportunity: Currently leased with good return on investment. Long term tenant with 2 years left on current lease. Approximate 1,600 square foot building which includes a 18’x22’ attached garage. New HVAC system this year and roof is approximately 5 years old. 66’x136’ lot.

East Maumee - 4-1/2 Acres.......................... $425,000 Approximately 420’ of road frontage. Commercial zoning in place, clean environmental. High visibility and traffic. Ready to go.

Harcourt & Wohlert corner.........................$398,000 Over 4 acres of land on a corner with traffic lights. Mixed use area with good traffic counts will lend itself to many uses. C-1 commercial zoning in place.

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(260) 665-3151

fredjbeck@gmail.com

www.fredjbeck.com Serving Northeastern Indiana

LOCATED AT 1920 West 200 North, Suite G, Angola

Specializing in commercial real eState Commercial Land Continued

Fremont ................................................... 28 Acres Located on Swager industrial bypass and across from the bun factory. City utilities, owners will consider dividing.

Lake James ..............................................$899,900 Rare lakefront development opportunity on Lake James.

Approximately 2 acres and includes lot across road in front of Whisper Bay condominiums.

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LaGrange..................................... 7,800 square feet Located adjacent to industrial park. Has 10 acres for expansion, 3 phase, loading dock. Food rated facility but adaptable to most industrial uses. Masonry construction with 14’ eves. $260,000.

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Angola ....................................................$199,000 PRICED REDUCED on this 7,600 sq. ft. Commercial/Industrial building. Has 3 phase power and approximately 1,600 sq. ft. of office space.

LaGrange +/-36 Acres ................................$394,000 PRICE REDUCED OVER $50,000! Located on US 20 and approximately 2 miles south of I-80/90 exit. Plenty of power.

Adjoins industrial park.

Growth Parkway.......................................$195,000 6,000 square foot facility that is fully air conditioned for humidity control. Nice office layout, 3 phase electrical, economical to heat.

QUICK POSSESSION! 5 Acres on Wohlert ....................................$125,000 Shovel ready 5 acre tract in Angola’s industrial park. All utilities available.

Auburn .......................................multi-use building Partially leased multi-use building with approximately $40,000 of rental income and 18,000 sq. ft. for your use. Has 3phase and rubber roof. Great opportunity to obtain economical space.

HE IS BORN!

May you and your loved ones rejoice in the Miracle of Christmas, and may your home be blessed by His many good graces throughout the holiday season and beyond. Noel!

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Kirk Kohart Managing Broker 2535 N 200 W, Angola, IN 46703 Office:IN 260.665.2182 2535 N 200 W, Angola, 46703 Toll-Free: 800.878.2182 Office: 260.665.2182 Toll-Free: 800.878.2182

Kirk Kohart Kirk Kohart Managing Broker Managing Broker Cell: 260.466.5917

2535 N 200 W, Angola, INKirk 46703 Kohart Office:Managing 260.665.2182 Broker Toll-Free: 800.878.2182 2535 N 200 W, Angola, IN 46703 Office: 260.665.2182 Toll-Free: 800.878.2182

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Erica Amans Cell: 740-8673

Debra Keller Cell: 316-0504

From sign up to sign down!

Debbie Gundy

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Erica Amans

Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated.

Cell: 260-668-9400 Cell: 260-740-8673 dgundy@cbrwg.com eamans@cbrwg.com

2535 N. 200 W. Angola, IN 46703 Fax: 260-833-5976

www.movingindiana.com/dgundy CROOKED LAKE

CROOKED LAKE

Impressive home with water views. The floor plan encompasses 3 spacious bedrooms with plenty of storage, 2-1/2 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, 2 fireplaces, walk-out basement and stunning natural wood flooring and wood beams featuring vaulted ceilings throughout the main level. Sizable wrap-around deck. $319,900. MLS#201743746.

Adorable log cabin overlooking Crooked Lake.

Original logs have been maintained. Remodeled with a new custom built kitchen, all new appliances, all new electrical on the east side of home, all new decking, new cathedral ceilings, and a new tin roof. Large patio deck with 100 feet of lake front. $242,000. MLS#201701955.

This is an excellent way to get on Crooked Lake at a great price and have a great location. The home has a double lot with 120 ft. of channel front, a 2-1/2 car garage, great kitchen with lots of storage and 2 bedrooms with one being a master bedroom with a full bathroom. Natural gas heat and central air. $112,900. MLS#201711362.

JIMMERSON LAKE

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LAKE JAMES

Gorgeous views of Jimmerson Lake on this perfectly sized lot with 139 ft. of prime lake frontage.

The lot has a rock sea wall and it is ready for you to put your pier and boat in for summer and start the process of building your dream home. $199,900. MLS#201730782.

Well maintained home with 1,234 sq. ft. including an addition. Two bedrooms and a nice size living room, kitchen area, and a large room that could be made into a third bedroom. All appliances stay. New furnace. 117 ft. of channel front. This lot is .53 acres.

Nice size garage. $110,000. MLS#201418462.

This impeccably maintained home has views of Lake James. The eat-kitchen is spacious with lots of storage. The Lake Room is 15x16 and has the best views!

45” upper Trex deck with vinyl railing. The dining room and living room are open concept. The master bedroom en-suite is on the main floor. Schedule your tour today! $649,000. MLS#201725879.

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Waterfront home with panoramic views and a great sandy beach.

Large custom kitchen, fireplace in the living room, master suite on main floor with a walk-out balcony. The family room has a second fireplace, wet bar in the walk-out basement, and two extra bedrooms. $699,900. MLS#201552988.

Darling cottage nestled in on a channel front lot with 80 feet of frontage.

Home has all new carpet and flooring and has been freshly painted.

Plenty of privacy with 0.600 acre and a great wooded lot. This home has a natural sea wall. Dock stays with the property. $199,900. MLS#201631829.

Spacious year around home with beautiful views of Long Lake! Gently sloping beach. Open floor plan.

Home has been updated. Beautiful woodworking. The upstairs bedroom has been finished. There is a stone deck and a composite deck. $259,000.

MLS#201716022.

Spacious lake cottage with 50 feet of water frontage on McClish Lake!

17x19 deck. Home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, eat-in kitchen and a large family room. McClish Lake has access to Lake of the Woods with ski hours from 1-4. Call for your personal tour today. $129,000. MLS#201732148.

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What an incredible lot to build your dream home on!! This lot has 330 feet of channel front and is almost an acre. $174,900. MLS#201611920.

Stunning remodeled 2-story traditional home in Angola on 1/2 acre!

Home features a brand new kitchen, open concept living between the family room and the eat-in kitchen, spacious living room and formal dinning room. 3 spacious bedrooms upstairs and 2 full baths. Tour this home today! $149,900. MLS#201733663.

Meticulously maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on a little over an acre of land! This spacious home has a split floor plan, generously sized bedrooms, open concept living with breakfast bar, and a partial privacy fence. A screened porch has been added. There is an above ground pool and beautiful. Schedule your tour soon. $119,500. MLS#201738622.

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This 3,000 sq. ft. amazing home sits on 1.9 acres with 300 feet of lake frontage on Mirror Lake! Large eatin kitchen area and main level master bedroom. 2 living spaces on the main level. Oversized garage. Storage shed, garden shed/playhouse, swing-set, and a large deck. Must see! $229,000. MLS#201713342.

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CELL PHONE: 260-316-1422 OFFICE: 260-833-5978 TOLL FREE: 800-878-2182 Ext. 5978 E-MAIL: kkunce@cbrwg.com

ROTH WEHRLY GRABER Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated.

KAY KUNCE

2535 N. 200 W., ANGOLA, INDIANA 46703

SNOW LAKE

LAKE JAMES

Start your day with a picture perfect view of the lake as the sun comes up from your patio. 56 feet of lake front holds the house and the garage is located on the 50x110 back lot. $380,000.

Fulfill your lake living dreams! This stunning lake front home’s lower level walk out has a family room, wet bar, theater system, fireplace, 2 bedrooms and full bath. Master suite and guest room are located on the main floor with an open concept kitchen, dining & living room all overlooking Lake James. Attached garage & 30x40 garage on back lot. So much more, you must see for yourself. $772,000. MLS#201722430.

LAND THE MEADOWS

Lots available in The Meadows subdivision. Build your dream home with the builder of your choice. Small town living with a super size location. Near several lakes, main highways and larger towns. Priced to sell at $15,000 to $16,500.

HUD HOMES

Build your dream home! This lot is close to Lime Lake/Lake Gage so you may slip your boat in the water. $8,000. MLS#201632894.

HUD HOMES in Steuben, LaGrange & DeKalb Counties.

For information call Kay at 260-316-1422

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Office: 260-665-2182 ext. 5988 800-878-2182 ext. 5988 260-833-1023 - Home 260-905-6162 - Cell dwise88@yahoo.com

2535 N. 200 W., ANGOLA, INDIANA 46703

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Great swimming on Gold Coast’s sandy beach. A&D Specs built this fabulous 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home.

4,515 sq. ft. home features main floor master on lake side with jacuzzi tub. Open concept: kitchen, dining area & living room all with a lake view. Formal dining room and a mudroom with built-in cubbies. Gas log fireplace.

Attached 2-car garage and back lot with a 32x40 garage.

Priced at $879,900. MLS#201747942.

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CROOKED LAKE - GOLD COAST

New custom home built

by A&D Specs. This 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath Villaminium is located in Sowles Bay. Master suite is on the main level along with the kitchen and living room, complete with a fireplace. The lower level also has a fireplace, kitchen and two bedrooms. Enjoy the lake from the deck or patio. Attached finished garage. $499,900.

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Beautiful home built in 2006 on a picture perfect lot with 50 feet of lake front.

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Spotless home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, family room with a wet bar, surround sound inside and out, solar blinds on balcony. The master suite is located on the main floor with heated bathroom floor. Appliances are included.

Aluminum dock for parking your boats. Additional detached garage on back lot for extra parking and storage. Don’t miss this one of a kind beauty. $775,000. MLS#201736200.

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Hardwood floors throughout this Angola home. 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Home also features main floor laundry area, eat-in kitchen, basement, garage & shed. Covered porch to sit out on those nice days. Priced at $94,000. MLS#201747119.

New home by A & D Specs. Master suite is located on the main level along with two other bedrooms, open concept living, dining and kitchen. Enjoy the deck overlooking the back yard. Half bath in the laundry room. Walk-out basement is plumbed for a full bath and wet bar in family room; 4th bedroom/office and storage are mostly dry walled and waiting for you to complete. Attached finished garage has work shop area on the side. $289,900.

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KIRK KOHART Managing Broker Mobile: (260) 466-5917 Lake / Residential / Commercial

For All Your Real Estate Needs!!

Each Office is Independently Owned & Operated

Jimmerson Shores

Fox Lake Lakefront

Enjoy 80’ of frontage on the Jimmerson Lake / Lake James Chain of Lakes.

This 70’ singlewide manufactured home with a 20’ four season addition, large kitchen and great room views of the water. Covered deck overlooking the water. $170,000. MLS#201730679.

Nice lakefront lot on Fox Lake near Angola. Fox Lake a recreational ski lake between the hours of 1:00 pm-4:00 pm. $29,900. MLS#201651012.

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LET’S GET YOU THAT NEW HOME! CONTACT SANDI TODAY!

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Cell: (260) 687-1800 www.101BeautifulLakes.com Email: Sandi@SandiCather.com

2535 N 200 W, Angola, IN 46703

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Code officials can help you Q. I have an older home in the country and have always kept things up as much as I can, being a do-it-yourselfer. I want to build a bedroom addition on the first floor and I have a couple of electrical issues in the house that I know are not up to code. If I add on to the house will I have to bring the whole house up to code? — Wilmer of rural Steuben County A. My best answer is to talk to your local or county code official and ask. They are there SQUARE to help you — not to you for problems.

CORNERS bustEvery year national codes are written and Jeff Deahl adopted and every several years state governing bodies adopt code requirements for the state.

All old or wiring done prior to specific code adoption on your house is considered “grandfathered” and allowed.

The problem comes if something is unsafe or dangerous and in these cases a violation can be issued. The room addition can for the most part stand on its own and be required to meet all current codes for the new work that you are doing. The existing house does not have to meet any current codes unless renovation work is being completed in these areas.

If your new wiring connects to your existing service panel then that would also be required to meet current standards.

Where the addition attaches to the existing can affect the original existing and can be subject to meeting current codes.

Some things to look for that will be issues if looked at by a building official: If your existing panel is a fuse panel typically they are overloaded. If there are any uncovered junction boxes or if there are no GFCI outlets in bathroom and kitchen areas and especially if the outlets are too close to water sources.

If the current house has knob and tube wiring there are generally wear issues and there is no way to ground any of the wiring.

Also sensitive safety issues are bulbs; if they are over the size rating for any fixtures they can cause overheating. Another issue is over-used extension cords or multi-plug adapters.

enjoyed living in it. When we looked at the home we noticed that all the interior walls were textured.

We didn’t really like this but we figured we could sand them later to make the walls smooth. Once we lived there a few months we began to notice where the walls had been patched and repainted, the texture doesn’t look the same. How hard is it to sand our walls smooth and paint? — Mark of Crooked Lake A. I have never been a fan of textured wall finishes without some sort of styling purpose. Most of the time when builders apply a full wall texture it is because they can get away with poorer taping and drywall work.

I have seen builders/remodelers texture walls; they still see tape joints of the drywall underneath. When they try to put on another coat of mud over the existing texture generally they end up making things worse.

Good looking texture is like the signature of the tradesman who is applying it.

Think of years ago when beautiful sand swirl textures were norm on walls and ceilings. The texture should be consistent across the whole wall and throughout the room and throughout the house.

To try and patch the walls leaves a recognizable spot of patch even if the wall is repainted.

You might have to look at it real close to see the difference in texture. This is why you could see where the walls were patched.

When we texture walls, I make sure the drywall is finished smooth so that when the texture is applied there will be no imperfections that will show through.

Same thing goes with ceilings that are textured. Sanding is not going to bring the walls to a smooth finish.

You will need to sand to take off the high spots but then you will need to skim coat the entire wall surface.

Generally it is best to apply two thin coats of topping and sand between coats.

The end wall will be smooth similar to a plaster wall.

painted being the most common. I had envisioned maybe stained oak woodwork with possibly the doors painted — or should we just have everything painted? — Jill of Noble County A. There are many types of interior trim and they all have different uses. A list of trim types would be base, base shoe, door and window casing, crown molding or cornice, wall paneling, chair and picture rail, door stop, cap and panel molding, stool and apron — just to name a few.

These trims can be combined to form all kinds of profiles.

Most of today’s production builders will only use a few of these trims to complete a typical family home. Generally, they want to get a pre-finished trim package either stained or pre-painted because that reduces the labor for installation and finish.

It is common that some composites such as doors can easily be ordered painted.

Variations to these basics usually are considered an upgrade. An example is a window can have standard 2 2/8” casing that goes all the way around (picture framed) or it can have a stool or window sill with a wood apron underneath.

As you have seen in typical older homes, there are many variations to standard trim details. Some general tips when thinking about interior trim for a new home are: • Use trim consistently throughout the house representing the same architectural style.

• Make sure all the elements of your trim go together and keep it proportionately equal.

• You can add special features to rooms such as a crown molding in the living room and study or chair rail in dining room and kitchen. These trims can also be accented by painting.

• Trim that is going to be painted can be of composite materials and have joints caulked and nail holes filled, sanded and painted.

• Stained wood requires a little more detailed carpentry with tighter joints because matching color wood filler would have to be used for finish.

• Hardwoods definitely make the best trim with lasting beauty. Pine and popular is a more affordable option.

Q. My family is having a new house built (the digging just started) and is making choices on interior finishes. We have picked a cabinet style and countertops and are now JEFF DEAHL is past president of the Builders working on bathroom fixtures. We asked Association of Northeast Indiana. our builder about interior trim options and Questions for the Square Corners column he indicated that virtually everything they Q. My wife and I purchased a 20 may be submitted at ba-ni.com or email do is stained pine or painted trim with year-old home last summer and have info@ba-ni.com.

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“Here to serve you in 2017”

“SINCE 1932” Craig Rice 316-2570

Mike Shoup 667-7969

Drew Koeppe 316-8720

Kandi Hall 624-5418

901 N. Wayne Street, Angola, IN 665-2515 • 665-3245 • 1-800-201-LAKE booth.rose@frontier.com • boothrosekrebsre.com

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LAKE JAMES  This building site is ready for construction.

There is a community well, and the sewer is ready to connect.

The association dues are $400 per year. There are 2 lots so you can build on the waterfront lot or on the roadside lot and have a great front yard! The association has a private sand swimming area within walking distance.. Only $162,900. MLS#201731791.

ANGOLA, N.E.  Aldrich built 3 BR, 2-1/2 BA ranch centrally located to schools, local services and restaurants. Full basement that is partially finished and walk-out to back yard. Extra attached garage for storage or workshop. Fenced area in back yard for pets. Only $189,900. MLS#201741937.

GENERAL CONTRACTOR COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL

(260) 475-1071

BALL LAKE  This is a 2 BR, 2 BA lakefront home on Ball Lake that features a large great room, dining room, enclosed porch, 2-car carport and a patio on a level lot. Sauna, washer/dryer, range, refrigerator, and an 18x6 storage shed included. Only $178,000. MLS#201739024.

NEW PRICE

JIMMERSON LAKE 1-story home on a corner lot features 3 BR, 3BA, dining room, living room, kitchen with many cabinets, finished basement and 2-car attached garage. Access to association beach area. Only $130,000. MLS#201739715.

FREMONT  This is a 1-story home with 3 BR, 2 BA, 2-car attached garage, and a patio, on a level lot with mature trees.

Home is on a slab foundation. Only $83,500. MLS#201738405.

RURAL SETTING NEAR LAKE  2-story home with 3 BR, 2 BA, basement, open patio, covered patio, shed, 1-car attached garage, gas and wood burning fireplace. Interior has new paint and carpeting. Fremont schools. Only $89,900. MLS#201734776.

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“SINCE 1932” 901 N. Wayne Street, Angola, IN 665-2515 • 665-3245 • 1-800-201-LAKE booth.rose@frontier.com

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ANGOLA  This is a nice 1-story home on a level lot that features 3 BR, 1 BA, 1-car attached garage, covered porch and a patio. Large back yard that backs up to Fireman’s Park, close to Carlin Park School. Possession day of closing. Only $67,900.

MLS#201732121.

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ANGOLA, COUNTRY  2-story home on finished daylight basement features 4 BR, 3 BA, formal dining room, living room, family room, den, game room, covered porch, deck, shed, fireplace in 4 rooms, hardwood floors, wood wainscoting, custom texture work on ceilings, skylights, and vaulted ceilings.

Only $174,000. MLS#201651482.

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ANGOLA  Well maintained 1-1/2 story home on level lot with 3 BR, 1 BA, features hardwood floors, 2 - four season rooms, formal dining room, living room with fireplace, basement, 1-1/2 car attached garage with attic. Range, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, washer and dryer included. 1 year HMS Home Warranty. Only $129,500. MLS#201748873.

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ANGOLA  2-story home close to downtown area business district and Trine University has 5 BR, 2 BA, 2 kitchens, living room and family room. Only $59,900. MLS#201729425.

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FREMONT  3 BR, 1 BA home on 2.17 acre rolling lot with mature trees. Home has updated kitchen and windows, vinyl siding, metal roof, hardwood floors, 24x32 pole barn, covered porch and basement. Only $110,000. MLS#201745658.

ORLAND  1-story home located near Wall Lake public beach features 2 BR, 1 BA, family room, living room, eat-in kitchen and a 1-car basement garage. Only $54,900. MLS#201749515.

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WATERLOO  1-1/2 story home on level lot close to downtown features 3-4 BR, 1 BA, large living room, basement, enclosed porch and kitchen. Only $39,900. MLS#201749730.

JIMMERSON LAKE  Level lot in Buena Vista addition.

Lot has trees and community beach access. Only $3,500.

MLS#201747957.

FREMONT  1-1/2 story home on level lot with mature trees features 3 BR, 1-1/2 BA, living room, dining room, kitchen, mudroom, basement and oversized 2-car attached garage. 1 year HMS Home Warranty. Only $82,900. MLS#201741061.

NEW PRICE

PLEASANT LAKE  Nice single story home on a level 1.61 acre lot is in a beautiful country setting with mature landscaping, fruit trees, on a paved roadway. 3 BR, 2 BA, family room with a wood burning stove, Grabill kitchen cabinets, range, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave included. Metal roof installed 12/13. Also a 23x26 pole barn. Only $138,900.

MLS#201724790.

ROME CITY  1-1/2 story home on a level lot features 2 BR, 1 BA, eat-in kitchen with updated cabinets, living room, family room, enclosed porch, deck, fenced yard, natural gas heat, and central air. Only $27,900.

MLS#201732380.

DOWNTOWN ANGOLA  1-story building across from the Steuben Co. Courthouse.

Building has several offices and conference rooms, 3-1/2 baths. Only $60,000.

MLS#201722890.

LAKE JAMES ACCESS  This 3 BR manufactured home on a large lot with access to Lake James is the perfect way to enjoy the summer water sports activities. A detached garage offers storage for the lake toys. Dock space available from Lake James Estates Association.

Only $62,900. MLS#201724972.

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CALL THE RE/MAX TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS

www.results-angola.com Todd Stock

100 Growth Parkway, Ste D, Angola, IN 46703 (260) 665-2414 • (800) 860-2414 • Fax: (260) 665-6468

Broker/Owner 260-665-2414

John Stock

Ext. 233 • 316-7735

Tim Zank

Diane Stock

Brad Cookson

Ext. 265 • 667-4121

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Alice Fitzpatrick-Welch

Kyra Fitzpatrick-Happ Ext. 238 • 316-3202

Ext. 231 • 668-1553

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Ext. 258 • 316-7263

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Ext. 226 • 316-3203

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Christy Thomson

Mark Pontecorvo

Amy Demske

Tracey Musser

Ext. 254 • 316-3401

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John Hasselswerth

Ext. 232 • 316-7734

Broker/Owner 260-490-1590

Brian Welch

Ext. 259 • 687-1007

George Doty

Ext. 253 • 667-4301

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Ext. 264 • 319-0633

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Ext. 245 • 905-6909

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Ext. 229 • 200-0210

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ANGOLA 412 N. Superior $81,900 246 Broadmore $129,900 Check out this newly remodeled two bedroom, one and a half bath home. All new paint, Charming and well maintained ranch home that offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, all kitch- flooring, siding and appliances. Huge garage and fenced-in back yard. This one won’t en appliances including washer and electric dryer. Fenced-in private back yard. Don’t last long - call and schedule your private showing today. MLS#201743852. Call George let this one slip away. MLS#201740533. Call George Doty Doty ANGOLA

RURAL FREMONT 315 E. Feather Valley Road $664,900 Charming Parade of Homes property with full finished basement, spectacular panoramic views of mother nature and fountain pond. This 3 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom home with 6-stall attached garage will give you 4,888 sq. ft. of generous space to move about in.

Custom kitchen, two master suites, plenty of storage space, additional full kitchen in basement. Geothermal heat in home, pond, spacious deck. Home Warranty included.

Must see home. MLS#201746855. Call Pam Doty

CUSTOM BUILT HOME - ANGOLA 1180 N. Hickory Lane $494,900 Quality custom built home by Paul Yoder from Hicksville, OH. Open concept with great room, 4-season room and kitchen. Large master suite. Full finished daylight basement.

Oversized garage with bonus room overhead. Additional 27x30 concrete floor pole building. Truly a must see home. MLS#201728721. Call Pam Doty

LAKE PROPERTIES

FREMONT 375 E. Feather Valley Rd. $192,900 Nearly 7 acres with 4.5 acres of woods, small pond. The home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large kitchen and connecting dining area. Wood burning fireplace. Living room with large windows overlooking the scenic back yard. Unfinished partial basement, 2-car attached garage. MLS#201741028. Call George Doty

HAMILTON LAKE 495 Ln 210, Hamilton Lake $694,900 Approximately 200 ft. of lake front with a great sandy beach. Open floor plan overlooking the lake. Spacious kitchen, dining area and living room with fireplace. Master suite with private deck. Finished basement. MLS#201717750. Call Pam Doty

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For all the lake properties and land in the area, go to www.quicksalechristy.com ANGOLA CROOKED LAKE

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Tour this unique tri-level 3-bedroom lakefront home with rustic charm! 50 feet of lake frontage on an 800-acre ALL SPORTS lake. Spacious kitchen with portable island, pass through door to dining room. Two entertaining areas with fire places. One 2-car garage and a 1-car garage gives you plenty of room for parking or storing items. Call today! Ref. #4537 ANGOLA WEST OTTER LAKE

What a way to get on the lake at a price you can afford! 118 feet of LEVEL LAKE FRONTAGE with an additional lot in the back, is something that just doesn’t exist any more. Quiet area and 2-bedroom home, ready to be removed and built on or fix up and use for lake living! Call for your showing today! Ref. #235

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Come relax on the 100 feet of LEVEL lake frontage this charming 3-bedroom property offers! Well-maintained home with open concept living space and dining area, main level laundry and large bedrooms. Wood burning fireplace, detached garage with upper carriage house area that could be made into extra guest or entertaining space. Ref. #300 FREMONT SNOW LAKE

Come tour this newly remodeled, custom-built lake home on a lovely waterfront lot on the six-chain of lakes. Well maintained property with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Vaulted ceilings, winding staircase and balcony with natural light. New furnace, A/C, kitchen, flooring and paint. Call for your personal showing today! Ref. #60

FREMONT, SNOW LAKE • “THE COPPER HOUSE”

This 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home nestled on 64 ft. of channel frontage is ready for you to make this home your own! All you need is on the main level and a walk-out unfinished basement already framed for you to finish. 2nd lot in the rear with 2 detached garages, you will never run out of room for all your toys! Call for your personal showing today! Ref. #775 FREMONT LONG BEACH LAKE ED UC D RE E IC R P Tour this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, low-maintenance home, situated on a 90x137 lake lot with a deck overlooking the serene views. 21x22 heated garage with a half bath and sink and a 2nd story walk-up. Partially fenced yard. Updated roof on the garage last spring. Ref. #580 HAMILTON HAMILTON LAKE

Immaculate 3-story colonial home on Island Park! 82’ of sandy lake frontage with concrete sea wall. Two newer vinyl docks. Exterior and interior storage. Paver patio with custom made fountain. 3-level deck, walk-out finished basement and bathrooms on every level. Four large bedrooms and 3.5 upgraded baths. Private master suite. Ref. #1080 PLEASANT LAKE GOLDEN LAKE Tour this luxurious 4-bedroom/4-bathroom quality-built home known as “The Copper House,” nestled on a level corner lot with 330 feet of waterfront property! Relax on your large wrap-around deck overlooking the stunning views of the lake, watch the sun set, or enjoy some summer fun on your unique lot with impeccable landscaping. The lake shore area is pea gravel and the water’s edge is finished with a nice seawall. Inside is an open-concept floor plan with vaulted ceilings that highlight the lake view from every room! The main level offers everything you will need, including a main level bedroom and laundry area.

The Master ensuite includes a copious bathroom with jetted tub, tile shower and walk-in closets. The formal recreation room is complete with rich mahogany walls and coffered ceilings, marble-surround fireplace, custom-built bar, a billiards table, and enough room for several seating areas. This well-thought-out room could be the perfect entertaining space for anything from cocktail parties to football game day gatherings--making this the ideal year-round home for both outdoor and indoor fun! Take the stairs to above the garage for the guest quarters or a Mother in-law suite with a full bath for optimal privacy.

The 3-car oversized garage has enough room to store your cars and lake toys and still work on a project! Call for your personal showing today! Ref. #540

Exquisite 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom furnished home with 104 ft. of lake frontage. Open concept with tile floors, spacious bedrooms and a Master en-suite to die for! The living room, family room and Master all have views of the lake. Screenedin porch. Call for your personal showing today! Ref. #3250

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Office: 260-665-2414 ext. 222 Office: 800-860-2414 Cell: 260-316-9940

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FREMONT

Don’t miss this unique property in Fremont! Can be used as a duplex, half commercial and half rental, or open for possibilities! 2,484 sq. ft. of well-maintained building space with a 2,200 sq. ft. storage garage ready for you to start earning income today! Ref. #102/104 KENDALLVILLE

LAKE LIVING ORLAND SALLY OWEN LAKE

Come enjoy this low-maintenance, site-built home in Walden Woods! Master bedroom on the main level and a spacious loft. Access to Sally Owen, Lime Lake and beach area! Call for your personal showing today! Ref. #6990 KENDALLVILLE

LAKE LOTS FREMONT - JIMMERSON LAKE

LAKE LOTS ORLAND - SALLY OWEN LAKE

You don’t want to miss out on this one! 6 beautiful lots with access to Jimmerson Lake that you can use to build your dream lake home. Ref. #180

Check out these two lots ready for you to create your summer haven with access to Sally Owen and within biking distance to Lime Lake and Lake Gage! Ref. #448-449

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Open concept living area. Ref #3463

This 3-bedroom home nestled on a spacious lot Looking for a lot to enjoy the summers on? is ready for new owners! Home features a large Here’s your clean slate! Get ready and go! bedroom on main level and spacious dining Ref. #1519 room. The home is just steps away from the public library and Bixler Lake. Don’t miss out, buy for cheaper than rent! Ref. #808

Tour this 4-bedroom spacious home nestled on a large lot right across from the elementary school. Where else at this price will you get all this AND a detached garage, hardwood floors and an impressive large master bedroom for less than rent? Ref #106

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Check label on treated wood

Q. My brothers and I want to build a new deck for my house and we have come up with a design and have worked out the structural dimensional lumber that is needed. I started shopping at lumber companies and found several different types of treated lumber. Some SQUARE are rated for above CORNERS ground and some say OK for ground Jeff Deahl contact. Different materials are used in the process — so which material is best? — Reuben in Noble County A. Treated wood for exterior purposes was developed in the 1940s basically with the introduction of CCA pressure treated wood.

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a soft wood such as southern yellow pine and has been chemically treated by running through pressurized tanks.

The chemical preservatives are forced deep into the wood’s fibers. The result is an exterior-grade lumber suitable for decks, fences and other outdoor projects.

Treated wood comes in several different types of treating. The CCA (chromate copper arsenate) originally developed is not too often used anymore because of its toxic properties. It is still used in commercial or larger decks, docks and telephone poles and is available from the right supplier.

In 2004 its residential use stopped with the development of less toxic products for pressure treating.

When looking at these treated woods, the label will tell you the chemical used. A number is used as a rating; the higher the number the stronger it was treated. These labels

will tell you whether it is suited for above ground use or use in contact with the ground.

Today lumber companies carry wood with several different types of inorganic chemical treatment rather than arsenate. Alkaline Quaternary (ACQ), Copper Azole (CA), Sodium Borate (SBX) and Micronized Copper Quaternary (MCQ) are used for treated wood today. All of these contain high levels of copper which makes it more corrosive so you can’t use standard nails and flashings without failure.

Most manufacturers will recommend stainless steel or hot dipped galvanized nails and screws and it is best used with vinyl, copper or rubber flashing.

JEFF DEAHL is past president of the

Builders Association of Northeast Indiana. Questions for the Square Corners column may be submitted at ba-ni.com or email info@ba-ni.com.

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Mike Thomas Associates Independently Owned & Operated

mikethomasrealtor.com 2395 W. Sycamore Beach Rd. • Angola

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This one-story 3 bedroom, 1 bath home sits on the first basin of Crooked Lake. Escape in the summer or stay all year! Home features 19x10 boat house and gorgeous views. Your relaxing dream home awaits! MLS#201746295.

$349,900

TYSON HANDSHOE, REALTOR® / 260.908.0193

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Plenty of parking. MLS#201701226.

$79,900

DEB TAYLOR, REALTOR® / 260.316.2267

359 Eyster Dr.• Angola

Land With Great Potential

Wooded lot fronts I-69. 2.08 acres and just west of the Menards in Angola. More land available. Call agent for more details. MLS#201600694.

$59,500

CHAR SUNTKEN, REALTOR® / 260.927.3699

1560 Shook Drive Auburn, IN 46706 260.925.6900

ANGOLA

14033 Illinois Road Fort Wayne, IN 46814 260.625.5550 877.975.5550

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Mike Thomas Associates Independently Owned & Operated

mikethomasrealtor.com 3290 N. State Road 127 • Angola

300 SF of Frontage on S.R. 127

1.590 acres ready to be developed. Lots of potential at this great location. Bare ground, city planning ETJ area. MLS#201701173.

$70,000

ALISA WORDEN, REALTOR® / 260.908.2337

1032 S. Wayne St. • Angola

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Great location! One-acre lot could be commercial zoning. 165’ of frontage on S. Wayne St. Lease agreement with Burkhart billboard company to transfer to buyers at closing. MLS#201701395.

$65,000

ALISA WORDEN, REALTOR® / 260.908.2337

1560 Shook Drive Auburn, IN 46706 260.925.6900

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14033 Illinois Road Fort Wayne, IN 46814 260.625.5550 877.975.5550

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Steuben County Lakes Steuben County might best be known for its lakes, of which there are more than 100 (for tourism marketing purposes, the number 101 is used).

The county’s lakes range in size from a few acres to 1,034 acres, which is Lake James, one of the state’s largest natural lakes.

A majority of the lakes are in Jamestown and Pleasant townships.

That’s where the Lake James chain is located, which includes Big and Little Otter lakes, Snow Lake, Lake James and Jimmerson Lake. Other major lakes in these two townships include Lake George, Barton Lake, Crooked Lake, Fox Lake and Loon Lake.

Clear Lake, in the northeastern corner of the county at 800 acres, is considered to have some of the best water quality in the state, according to authorities with Indiana University and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management.

Lake Gage, a round, kettle-shaped lake near Orland, is about 332 acres and like Clear Lake, has extremely high water quality.

Hamilton Lake, which is practically surrounded by the town of Hamilton in the southeastern corner of the county, has 802 surface acres.

With all of the lakes along with Pigeon River, Fish Creek and Fawn River (Crooked Creek) it shouldn’t come as a surprise that Steuben County has a lot of water. In fact, about 9 percent of the county’s surface acreage is water.

Some of the county’s lakes are highly developed, such as Lake James and Crooked Lake. Crooked Lake was one of the earliest in the county to be developed for recreational use. There once were passenger trains that carried visitors to Crooked Lake and Lake James.

Many of the early cottages on county lakes have either been converted to year-round use or have been replaced with permanent homes, or modern second homes.

A study sponsored by the Steuben

County Community Foundation to inventory historic structures in Steuben County was buoyed upward due to the many older cottages on some of the lakes.

Lake James’ hilly, wooded shoreline is dotted with lake cottages and homes. However, about one-fourth of the natural shoreline of James, in Pokagon State Park, remains much as it was when it was created by the glaciers. Pokagon’s shoreline extends to its northern boundary on Snow Lake. There, a steep, tree-covered hill drops off sharply to the water’s edge.

Some of the county’s lakes remain natural wonders, with little encroachment by humans. Those include the Seven Sisters Lakes, at Trine State Recreation Area surround the shoreline. The Seven Sisters, the largest of which is Gentian Lake, are some of the most pristine lakes in the Midwest.

Somewhat more accessible is Loon Lake, west of Angola. Much of Loon Lake is preserved by the Nature Conservancy, a private, international land conservation group. Loon Lake is home to many different species of rare and endangered plants and wildflowers, including carnivorous plants.

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources maintains a fish hatchery along the Fawn River in Orland.

There, DNR Fish and Wildlife biologists raise fish for stocking in Indiana lakes and also use the facility as a base from which to conduct research on fish and fisheries in Indiana.

LAKE ASSOCIATIONS Many of the more densely populated lakes in Steuben County are served by associations that deal with a variety of issues and organize activities. Some lakes have neighborhood associations separate of the lake associations.

The Steuben County Lakes Council

provides a wide variety of resources and services and takes an active voice in lake issues. The Lakes Council maintains an office at 317 S. Wayne St., Angola. The phone is 665-1730 and is staffed by Sue Myers. The council’s president is Janet Bohney.

President-elect is Mel Hathaway.

Treasurer is Arnold Dose. Council secretary is Sue Myers. The Lakes Council’s website is lakescouncil.org.

Following are lake association representatives to the Lakes Council.

Arrowhead: Scott Skinner, 665-5205 Crooked Lake: Will Gooden, 317-319-4398 Clear Lake: Bridget Harrison, 316-1397 Fox Lake: Tom Troyer, 419-3564700 Golden Lake: Jack Sweeney, 475-5837 Lake Gage/Lime Lake: David Rollins, 927-4474.

Hamilton Lake: Jim Wagenknecht, 488-3144 Hogback Lake: Jim Aikman, 765-513-8313 Lake George: Renate Brenneke, 517-238-4583 Jimmerson Lake: Ken Erlenbaugh, 833-1313 Lake James: Lynn Wernet, 833-9934 Lake Pleasant: Rod Peterson, 495-9689 Lake Syl-Van: Beth Warner, 833-4566 Long Lake: Jerry Mays, 475-5821 Pine Canyon Lake: Debbie Tyler, 833-6403 Ball Lake: Karen DeForest, 488-5076 Big/Little Otter lakes: Joe Lantz, 316-2230 Snow Lake: Steve Schroeder, 905-6930 West Otter Lake: John Williamson, 668-7992 Big Turkey Lake: Keith Reinig, 241-1040

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Larger appliances sometimes a good upgrade Q. My wife and I are planning on remodeling our kitchen this spring and are working on kitchen layouts. Our kitchen space is not large but we would have room for larger appliances.

We are thinking about having a 48” stove with double oven and a larger refrigerator than our SQUARE existing 36” model.

CORNERS Are these good upgrades to make?

Jeff Deahl — Tony of Kendallville A. Kitchens have made many changes over the years increasing the efficiency along with changing life styles. Upgrades and options to cabinetry, countertops and appliances have been hard to keep up with.

Yes, trends have been toward small efficient kitchens as part of the tiny home movement. But basic family kitchen design still falls back on a couple of basic rules. The kitchen triangle has always been a base line.

The triangle consisting of stove, refrigerator and sink that is not larger than 25 feet or smaller than 10 feet has been the starting point. Each unit has its own use and the sink is generally the most used item.

From there you want to make sure the kitchen matches the house regarding size and use. Large family homes with more than three bedrooms commonly have a much larger family kitchen. These larger kitchens can be spectacular and multi-functional with eating areas for lunch or to gather family members and other areas for cooking and preparation. Today’s specialty cooking areas for larger families almost always have larger cooking appliances with double ovens.

To have a large double refrigerator with lots of storage is typical in a larger family kitchen. Other appliance options for larger family kitchens are trash compactors, appliance garages for multiple counter appliances and even beverage refrigerators, wine

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coolers, steaming drawers and larger dishwashers.

Just don’t put in large appliances if your house doesn’t have the room or you don’t have the need.

Q. My husband and I are planning on redoing our lower level recreation room and I have seen pictures of interiors that have whole wall areas that are made out of stone or brick.

My husband says it will make the space feel cold and uninviting. The present space has a fireplace that has a small surround that is brick that is outdated. Have you done work with interior use of stone and brick and what should we look for? — A reader in northern Indiana A. Brick and stone have become much more common as interior spaces have become larger and more open.

The use of masonry on the interior can be gorgeous. It is amazing how an interior brick wall can change an entire room, giving it a new modern look or a country style and feel.

No, they don’t make a space feel cold. The combination of decorative elements and floor covering can give a warm homey feel.

Often we have used masonry walls in hallways, kitchens, living rooms and even bedrooms. The input of an architect or interior designer is important to get the results you’re looking for.

Many times the use of stone around a range hood in a kitchen can expand into an inviting alcove for the range/ oven area. Recreation spaces that expand the masonry around a fireplace can be expanded to include the whole wall. Living space book shelves that are integrated into a brick wall back drop can be an impressive use of different textures and can make a space feel special.

Entry ways can be very inviting if a primary wall is brick. A contemporary style is common with a painted plain brick wall and the use of glass and tile.

In your recreation room the use is probably much more warm and fuzzy.

The use of wood ceilings or accents, carpets or shaggy rugs can accentuate the homey feel and is very inviting.

If you have an existing masonry wall, it can be cleaned and its brightness can be increased by putting a coat of gloss sealer on it.

Q. I have a room that was added several years ago that has a low sloped roof on it. Over the roof is a deck that was installed over treated wood sleepers. The wood of the deck has begun to rot so we removed the deck and plan on replacing with a composite deck. Since we have the flat roof exposed can we coat it to give it additional life before we put the new wood deck over it? Lou of Angola A. The first question I would ask is what type of roof covering is on the room? If it is an asphalt roof, no it can’t be coated.

If it is almost any other type of roof it can be coated given that it is in good condition and has not deteriorated to the point of having holes in it.

We coat mainly metal and single ply EPDM or modified bitumen membrane roof systems.

Surface preparation is critical to any coating material you are considering. The existing surface must be clear of any loose material and thoroughly cleaned with a pressure washer. Depending on the coating material you are going to use, sometimes a primer is recommended.

There are basically four types of roof coating material.

Acrylic is common, water based, cost effective and often used for its reflectivity.

Polyurethane typically has a higher tensile strength so it has a higher durability.

Silicone, typically used to protect spray polyurethane foam, has a high dirt pickup so is not well suited for high traffic areas.

PVDF or polyvinylidene fluoride, is typically used on metal roofs and is resistant to dirt pick up.

All of these coatings have their own strengths and specific advantages so choosing the right one is important.

JEFF DEAHL is past president of the Builders Association of Northeast Indiana. Questions for the Square Corners column may be submitted at ba-ni.com or email info@ba-ni.com.

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