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In this issue 9

Chris Craiker, The Architex Angle: How Napa’s alleys could help its housing crisis

12 Burt Polson’s Real Estate in the Napa Valley: Land scams: what they’re not telling you 14 Gerrett Snedaker: North Bay real estate trends in June 2021

18 The happy trails of Napa County: Some of the area’s most beautiful spots are just steps away 22 Chris Salese: Sing along: ‘Sweet Vaccine, Dum-Dum-Dum’ 28 How to protect your home from costly water damage 29 5 simple, sustainable backyard improvements 36 Shower design options take your bathroom to the next level 37 Safety fur-st: Pet safety and ﬁre prevention tips

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The Architex Angle

How Napa’s alleys could help its housing crisis

CHRIS CRAIKER

e love walking Napa Old Town. On any Saturday or Sunday morning, you’ll find us walking up and down, back-and-forth on the historic Downtown streets, googling the architecture, colors, landscape, and texture of the town. Narrow classic Victorians next to superb Craftsman mansions, mixed with tiny 19th-century cottages in chaotic but wonderful combinations. It’s a delight and feast for the eyes. I call them, a gift to the street. What are often missed and less visible are Napa‘s alleyways. Not too many of them, but they serve a purpose. To walk them is to see another part of Napa not easily recognized. Could they help solve CHRIS Napa’s housing shortage? CRAIKER Alleys are kind of an American invention. European cities grew Piggly-Wiggly, and small narrow streets were common. Courtyards and mews were communal for the horses and carriages. Paris was one of the first cities that had a major redevelopment under Emperor Napoléon. As American cities grew, subdividing land with standardized narrow lot sizes became popular with the middle class, but they didn’t leave the horse and buggy out front. Rear-accessed alleyways with horse sheds and barns were created for the buggy trade. As the automobile gained popularity, the sheds became garages. Orderly laid out streets with rear-accessed alleys became a very American design tool. The late 20th century saw alleys nearly eliminated. They took up valuable property and having a garage in the front accessible to the main residential street became the norm. The suburban-style of garage in front, house behind became the main planning model across the country, and as densities increased for economic profits, lots became narrower, until in many subdivisions the front entry garage rules the streetscape. In the 21st century, Americans are once again embracing the benefits of urban life, including walkable streets and compact mixed-use communities. Along with this “new urbanism,” we find ourselves once again embracing the alley as playing a critical role in the function of our cities and community development. Alleys are returning as a common feature in the planning of our new communities. JULY 2021

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However, they do not hold a candle to Napa’s alleyways of Old Town. These are mini-streets, accessible and available for housing without disrupting the historic fabric of the community. We are dedicated to preserving the existing streetscape and enhancing, not derogating them. We should think more about our alleyways as a secondary means of providing housing. Walking these alleys is not like walking an urban alley, pathogens of trash and disease. Instead, Napa’s alleys are alive and capable of supporting more housing while maintaining the classic street frontage of historic, and want-to-be historic, homes without those annoying frontal driveways loaded with cars and SUVs. Increased housing along these alleys would be consistent with state and local current accessory dwelling unit ordinances that allow additional dwelling units, ADUs, up to 1,200 square feet, and Junior ADUs up to 500 SF. Both state and local ordinances do not require additional parking if the structures are within a half-mile walking distance to a transportation line. While alleys are often relegated to trash

and deliveries, it’s possible to make them function as an active part of the community. Here’s where the city should help make them an integral part of the community fabric, and not an afterthought. Repaving and even considering permeable pavers could improve the quality and quantity of stormwater runoff. Bio-retention, tree wells, and planters could both enhance and improve stormwater management. In some cities, these residential alleys have been converted to pedestrian-only access while allowing entry to the rear housing from the main frontage street. To make these alleyways safe and secure, the city should consider providing decent downward-directed non-glare lighting for pedestrian access and sanctuary. Not only can these alleys provide housing, but they can also reinforce historic neighborhood values for both locals and visitors. Converting these from litter-laden backstreets to community assets would be the greatest thing city can do to celebrate our historic community. Chris d Craiker, AIA/NCARB enjoys the downtown eclectic architecture DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES | 9

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have a client who inherited a parcel at California Pines in Northern California. You probably remember the infomercials, Eric Estrada, former star of the 1970s television show “CHiPs,” telling you what a great place it is to live. You can buy a oneacre parcel like him for a $995 down-payment and $269 a month. Many bought and sold in the California Pines subdivision over the years. Still, unfortunately, it never did take off as the developer promised. BURT Values dropped, many landPOLSON owners never developed and sold their property, allowed the bank to foreclose, or the county to auction for unpaid taxes. The homeowner’s association continues having financial problems today. I am unsure what my client decided, but I told him to sell for next to nothing to avoid the ongoing HOA (homeowners association) dues. Drive through Nevada today, and you are presented with billboard signs selling parcels for $1,000 per acre. Search on Craigslist.org for land, and you will find hot deals for $500 12 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

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for a couple of acres. Looking on eBay.com for land will give you thousands of options to bid on super cheap land for a few hundred dollars. How can you go wrong? Is buying land for a few hundred dollars too good to be true? Sometimes, but not always. It depends on what your plan is to do with the land and what those selling are not telling you. Performing your due diligence and using a title company is vital in purchasing any real estate. You may think it is not necessary to take the time to research a site or to pay the expense for a title report on a $500 transaction, but you could lose more. Here are a few things you need to consider. ITEMS OF RECORD Opening an escrow and obtaining a title report will show you recorded tax liens, outstanding loans, assessments, easements, or inconsistency “cloud” on the title. Imagine purchasing a property later to find you are now responsible for thousands of dollars of property taxes or HOA dues in arrears. Other determinants could be an easement of the neighboring property owner having the right to access their property through your land. Or a previous owner who is still inadvertently on the title to the property, therefore

causing a cloud. Your land may also be a part of a homeowner’s association that may impose dues for services to maintain the subdivision. It is essential to know what services are offered for the dues paid. ABILITY TO USE It would be best if you researched how you can use the land. If you plan to build a house, hunt, or use it as a site to hike and camp, all have different needs to consider. DESIRABILITY As in California Pines, you may have a beautiful location, but economically the area may not have much to offer. Services such as grocery stores or gas stations may be many miles away. Suppose you plan to call the area home. In that case, you need to consider employment opportunities, medical services, and travel time to the site. Burt M. Polson is the CEO of ACRESinfo. com, a commercial real estate brokerage company and CEO of StoneMarkerInvestments.com, a private equity real estate fund. Call him at (707) 254-8000 or email burt@acresinfo.com and burt@stonemarker investments.com. JULY 2021

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or all of the areas covered by our Multiple Listing Service (BAREIS), which includes Lake, Marin, Mendocino, Napa, Solano and Sonoma Counties, there is an inventory of 1,871 homes and condominiums for sale at the end of June. Inventory is 35% below that of a year ago (2,892) and it is 4% ahead of the inventory last month (1,804). At times, the inventory has exceeded 10,000 homes in the BAREIS region. There were 1,991 sales for the month of June. This number is 5% below a year ago (2,096) and GARRETT 5% ahead of the pace of last SNEDAKER month (1,893). On a national basis – there were 373,000 homes for sale at the end of June compared to 976,000 a year ago. A “healthy/balanced” market might have 1,000,000 homes and a “buyers’ market” would require about 1,500,000 available homes. Of all new listings, 25% sell “immediately” and 75% last a week or two. Of major concern is where the seller is intending to go and are they prepared for a quick sale. Prices normally peak in July and stay level through January. We’ll see if that occurs this year. I have been following a data point I call the “Price Reduction Ratio” for the past six months, or so. Across the country, one might expect that 20 to 25% of the homes put into the MLS will have a price reduction before they eventually sell. For June 2021, of all closed homes in our Wine Country 14 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

Ge r re tt Sne d ak e r, C RB markets, the range was from 11% (Mendocino County) to 18% (Napa County). Conversely, the ratio of homes selling in excess of Original List Price ranged from 54% (Mendocino) to 60% (Sonoma County). It was 56% in Napa County. The average Price Reduction Ratio for all areas has gone from 29% in September 2020 to 14% in June of 2021 while the sales of homes in excess of Original List Price went from 33% to 57% over the same period. NAPA COUNTY The inventory of homes and condominiums available for sale in Napa County at the end of June (255) is 33% below the inventory in June 2020 (380) and it is 3% below the inventory last month (262). Sixty-seven percent of the inventory in Napa County (170 properties) is priced at $1,000,000 or above. New sales (159) are 15% below the pace of last year (186) and are 3% below the 164 sales last month. There is a 1.6 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for homes closing in Napa County is currently 60 days. For the purpose of our MLS (BAREIS) “Days on Market” represents the time from when the property is first listed in the MLS to the date the property goes into “pending” (all conditions removed) status. On average, it can take anywhere from 0 to 30 additional days for properties to close after going pending. The median price of the 126 homes closed in June in Napa County ($879,000) is 24% ahead of the median price of a year ago ($710,000).

Over the past four months, Napa County homes are selling at roughly 96.5% of original list price. NAPA COUNTY LUXURY HOMES If one takes the highest quartile (25%) of available inventory as the “Luxury Market”, the Luxury Market begins at $3.750,000 in Napa County at this time. There has been an increase of 118% for the number of closings (72) of Luxury Homes (sales price in excess of $3,750,000) in Napa County for the period 7/1/20 to 6/30/21 compared to 33 closings in the period 7/1/19 to 6/30/20. There are 66 luxury homes in inventory at the end of June 2021 compared to 77 homes in inventory at the end of June 2020. There were 8 new Luxury Home sales in June compared to 5 last year and 5 last month. This results in a 11 months supply of available Luxury Homes based on the current sales pace compared to a 1.6 months supply for the County as a whole. Days on market for the 9 luxury homes closings in June was 185 days. Over the past four months, Napa County Luxury Homes are selling at roughly 91% of original list price. NAPA Forty-nine percent of the inventory in Napa County is in the City of Napa. There are 124 available homes and condominiums in inventory at the end of June in the City of Napa. This is 39% below the supply at the end of June 2020 (203) and it is 12% below the inventory at the end of last month JULY 2021

(141). New sales (126) were 5% ahead of the pace of June 2020 (120) and they were equal to the pace of last month (125). There is a 1 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for the 127 closings last month was 53 days. The median price of the homes that closed in the City of Napa in June was $870,000. This is 22% ahead of the median price of the homes closed in June 2020 ($714,000).

compared to 17 a year ago and 21 last month. There is now a 6.1 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for the 27 closings last month was 103 days. Approximately 64% of the Luxury Market inventory (price in excess of $3,750,000) in Napa County is in the Up Valley Market (42 homes). There were four luxury home (price in excess of $3,500,000) closings in the Up Valley Market last month and there were three new luxury home sales. UP VALLEY NAPA COUNTY That makes a 14 month supply of inventory The inventory of homes and condo- based on the current sales pace. miniums for sale in the Up Valley Napa County market (Angwin, Calistoga, Deer AMERICAN CANYON Park, Oakville, Rutherford, St. Helena and There are only 7 available homes and Yountville) at the end of June (110) is 20% condominiums in inventory at the end of below the level of 138 in June 2020 and it June in American Canyon. This is 56% is 9% ahead of the inventory last month below the inventory a year ago (19) and it (101). There were 18 new sales this month is slightly above the supply last month (5). JULY 2021

There were 10 new sales in the month. This is 47% below the pace of last year (19) and one unit above the 9 sales last month. There is a 0.7 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. American Canyon remains the tightest market in Wine Country. The Days on Market for 13 homes that closed in American Canyon last month was just 24 days. The median price of the homes that closed in American Canyon in June ($725,000) was 40% ahead of the median price of a year ago ($517,000). The average price per square foot of the homes sold in American Canyon was at $324 last month, This is above the $275 to $300 range where the sales have been over the past several years. For more information, please contact Gerrett Snedaker at 707-939-2009 or gsned@ winecountrygroup.com. DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES | 15

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TRAILS of Napa County

Some of the area’s most beautiful spots are just steps away

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ELAYNA TRUCKER

he height to which my parents’ eyebrows raised when I told them my next article for Inside Napa Valley would feature several hikes in the area should tell you something about my history with hiking. I love nature, but I’m more likely to sit and stare at it for a while than to go out of my way to walk around in it. My parents gave up on forcing me to hike long, long ago. But finding ourselves over a year into a deadly international pandemic has inspired some of us to try new things, anything, to pass the hours we cannot spend at museums, or restaurants, or concerts. Napa is undeniably one of the most beautiful locales in the world, yet perhaps we who live here find ourselves jaded to its leafy charms. You’ve seen one vineyard, you’ve seen them all. Even in our little county, though, there is so much more natural diversity and beauty, and so much you can learn, just by stepping a bit outside your comfort zone. So that’s what I did. Over the last couple of months I walked several trails in very different parts of Napa, and feel that my eyes have been opened to more of what this charming bit of planet Earth has to offer. Starting at my northernmost hike, the newly – mostly – reopened Stebbins Cold Canyon Reserve, usually a loop, now offers two very different hikes. Hugging the southeastern edge of Lake Berryessa, very close to the county line, this area suffered massive damage from the LNU Lightning Complex fire and just reopened in mid-February. Though open to the public, the canyon is also a research area for UC Davis, and one can still see some plant identification plaques on parts of the trail, though the plants are often rather crispy. After walking through a cement spillway (I highly recommend the echoes), you can head left for a gentle creekside walk, or right for a more vigorous climb with JULY 2021

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significant elevation. This less-experienced hiker opted for the creek, about a two and a half mile round trip. This is a fascinating traipse through the burn scar, and I found myself heartened by the signs of growth all around me. Grasses, wildflowers, and vines have popped up, and the hillsides opposite the trail feature growing patches of bright orange flowers. The creek, dry at the start, eventually begins to bubble cheerfully down to the left. The trail is clear, but there are dead trees and bushes lining it and all around. It’s a rocky walk with some steep uphill portions, though they don’t last long. I only wish I had seen it before the fire so I could compare its current landscape to what it looked like before. Continuing south, the Rector Reservoir Wildlife Area Trail is the most difficult trail I hiked, but also the most stunning. You park at the edge of the Silverado Trail opposite Paraduxx winery and immediately embark on a vertiginous uphill climb through meadow dotted with dainty wildflowers. Unless you’re quite fit, you’ll probably need to stop several times along the way up, as I did. Luckily, any shame at ones’ lack of cardiovascular endurance is quickly mitigated by the expansion of views west, north, and south across the valley as the geography unravels before ones’ eyes. Once I made my way up to the ridgeline, I traveled north along it. The breeze is strong and the trail is quite rocky, so it’s a bit of a shame you can’t take your eyes off the trail for too long to enjoy the incredible views. It took about an hour and a half to reach the rocky JULY 2021

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north, though the trail at this point seems to be less of a path and more of a suggestion of a way forward. Heading back down, one has Rector Reservoir, which is itself not accessible to hikers, on the right, and some lovely high meadows with pillowy waves of grass and wildflowers. That uphill climb at the beginning becomes a test of ones’ knees and ankles at the end; the dustiness of the trail makes for careful, slow going. This is definitely a jaunt for experienced hikers and should not be attempted on very hot days. Be sure to bring plenty of water. On the opposite end of the difficulty spectrum is the Napa River Ecological Reserve at Trancas Crossing. At less than a mile in total length, fully paved and completely flat (especially if Top and right: Newell Open Space Preserve one utilizes the Below: Rector handicap parking Reservoir spaces just across the little entrance bridge), this is a wonderful option for walkers with less mobility or parents teaching their kids to ride a bike. One can also learn much pinnacle, from about the riparian which one might ecology that is being restored in the area, see San Fran- and about the early history of Napa. Tranca cisco on a clear means “beam” or “crossing bar” in Spanish, day and marvel and the park is now at what was once a at the breath- popular crossing point for Salvador Creek, taking view of nearly all of Napa hence “Trancas” Street. The path meanders Valley. Walking this trail in February and through lush meadow greenery with raptors March means you’re treated to a delightful soaring overhead and small paths down to checkerboard of mustard yellow and verdant green grass. One could certainly continue Please see Trails, Page20 DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES | 19

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the river that shoot off from the main trail. To extend your walk, cross Trancas and Old Soscol to join the River Walk for an extra mile of creekside walking. Heading south into Carneros, the best bird watching I found was on the Buchli Station Road Trail, a nearly five mile loop through marshland one reaches from Cuttings Wharf and Los Amigas. Bird watchers will want to stay on the paved straightaway: I was treated to an entrancing arial show of small birds, grey on their backs and silver on their undersides, swooping with great delicacy and the subtle sound of whispering wings like a sudden shower of rain on a still pond. Hikers seeking more of a work out can choose to walk the entire loop, though I found it hard to pay much attention to the beautiful scenery on one leg of the trail because I had to dodge an awful lot of bird droppings. Swans, graceful and boat-like, paddle about the marsh, and sandpipers scurry along the shallow shorelines. Another leg of the hike is mostly overgrown with a very narrow pathway; passing oncoming bikers proved a bit difficult, but doable. The slightly saline scent of the march pervades the air on a persistent breeze, and the water laps at the shore pleasantly. Mt. Tamalpais to the west and Mt. Diablo to the east are both clearly visible. My final hike introduced me to the Newell Open Space Preserve in American Canyon, at the crux of Newell Drive and Donaldson Way. Donated by the Newell Family in 1999, the Preserve’s loop trail links up with the Lynch Canyon trails in Solano County, or you can stick to the loop and are rewarded with a unique view of Mt. Tam west across Richardson Bay. The loop itself is about three miles long; hikers looking for more of a challenge should head right at the fork onto the South Loop, a longer uphill trail than the North Loop to the left. Much of the area is pastureland for some very handsome dark brown cows, and I also came across a few turkeys. This is rattlesnake country though, so keep a watchful eye out. I didn’t see any on my hike, but did see three other kinds of snake who quickly slithered off the path when they felt me bearing down on them. The trail is wide and mostly flat with not many rocks, making this a good trail for beginner mountain bikers and kids, or hikers with sensitive knees. There are two cement picnic tables where the North and South Loop break off, though no restrooms as the 20 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

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sign says there are. The North Loop takes you through a strand of eucalyptus, and you’re suddenly surrounded by birdsong. Stop walking for a moment; just listen, and notice the smile start to grow on your face. These are just a few of the many trails and wildlife areas our small county has to offer. There are several more I intend to explore

in the coming months before the heat of summer, and I encourage you to do so as well. I highly recommend the Napa County Regional Park & Open Space District website (napaoutdoors.org) for a very helpful interactive map with more information about these trails and so many more. Happy hiking, Napans. JULY 2021

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lright, if you have ever been to a Boston Red Sox baseball game, then you would likely leave their ballpark humming the lyrics of the uber-famous song, Sweet Caroline, by Neil Diamond. I guess plenty of major sports teams these days have their “song.” Why not, right? For the record, I’m not a Red Sox fan, but this song, it seems to fit best on how to describe the impact I feel the current vaccine roll-out is having on pretty much everyCHRIS thing going on these days. SALESE I mean even the seasonal connection via the song’s lyrics to where we are at now is spot on. Go figure. I just made a couple of edits to the song, so let’s sing this out loud together. “Where it began, I can’t begin to knowing But then I know it’s growing strong Was in the spring And spring became the summer Who’d have believed you’d come along Hands, touching hands Reaching out, touching me, touching you Sweet Vaccine Good times never seemed so good I’ve been inclined 22 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

To believe they never would But now I Look at the night and it don’t seem so lonely We vaxed up with only two shots And when I hurt Hurting runs off my shoulders How can I hurt when holding you One, touching one Reaching out, touching me, touching you Sweet Vaccine Good times never seemed so good I’ve been inclined To believe they never would Oh no, no Sweet Vaccine Good times never seemed so good Sweet Vaccine I believe they never could Sweet Vaccine Good times never seemed so good” Whether you are vaccinated or not, it seems like most of you are smiling again. There’s a ton of positive activity out there. We need to keep up the momentum. Unfortunately, there’s still a lot of folks who are struggling economically and there are of course many who have sadly mourned the loss of loved ones during the pandemic. There are also those who are dealing with mental health fatigue as a result of everything that has happened since the beginning of last

year. We need to continue to help them and remember to be kind as we are celebrating our new freedom again. Speaking of freedom, let’s take a hot minute to celebrate the ability to visit open houses without all of the heavy rules and restrictions previously in place because of COVID. Although I love checking out newly listed homes online, with their rich virtual tours and amazing photography, there’s really nothing better than being able to walk the home in person that you want to buy. There are a few minimal trailing guidelines that we must still follow, but “sweet vaccine”, it is so much nicer. Lastly, between the continued streak of incredibly low home loan rates plus the massive build-up of equity levels for homeowners, the local real estate market is flush with opportunities for those who are patient and prepared. “Dum-dum-dum, good times never seemed so good.” Chris Salese can be reached at chris@ delsurmortgage.com or 707-363-4439. He is a licensed California mortgage lender (LO NMLS #254469 — CA-DBO #254469 Corp NMLS #1850 Equal Housing Opportunity. JULY 2021

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0 Madrona Ave | St. Helena $1,485,000

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102 Lilac Ln | St. Helena $1,375,000

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There’s nothing quite like owning a home. You feel the pride of achieving a financial goal and the comfort of having a sanctuary and space of your own in which to build a lifetime of memories. Occasionally, there’s also the element of surprise when things suddenly break — like appliances, the furnace or water heater — and need to be fixed or replaced. Water damage is the most common — and unwanted — surprise for homeowners. According to Mercury Insurance, water-related damages accounted for more than 45% of its homeowners insurance claims in 2020, resulting in $160 million in property damage. “A water leak can happen at any time, so it’s important for homeowners to routinely check for potential sources to help combat this,” said Christopher O’Rourke, vice president of property claims at Mercury Insurance. “It’s also important to address the cause of brown spots on the ceiling or bulges in the walls immediately — these usually indicate a leak or water build-up and most homeowners insurance policies don’t cover long—term leaks. Left untreated, this can lead to extensive damage.” Show your home a little TLC to protect against water damage by inspecting these three areas in and around it. THE BATHROOM Periodically check the pipes underneath the bathroom sink for cracks or leaks. A leaky pipe can be a sign of a larger issue that might eventually cause your pipes to burst, like high water pressure or corrosion. Regardless of the cause, consult with a professional to have them assess and fix it. The seal created by the caulk around your 28 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

sink, tub and shower helps prevent water f ro m s e e p i n g into spaces where it doesn’t belong, but it won’t last forever. Ensure the caulk isn’t worn or cracked and apply a new layer if needed. If water leaks from the base of your toilet, or it wobbles when you sit, it’s time to replace the wax ring. Wax rings help form a watertight seal between the bottom of a toilet and the sewer pipe. The ring usually lasts the life of the toilet, but it’s possible for it to dry out and fail so pay attention to malfunction signs. “Once a week, make a point of turning faucets on and off, and flushing toilets to ensure water continues flowing through the pipes properly,” O’Rourke adds. THE KITCHEN Just like in the bathroom, the pipes beneath the kitchen sink need to be checked regularly for leaks and cracks. Kitchen appliances with hoses that connect to your water supply — refrigerators with icemakers or water dispensers, and dishwashers — are another potential source for leaks. Rubber hoses can wear out, blister or crack, and will need to be replaced over time. Consider replacing this type of hose with a steel-braided version as these are less likely to fail. Your washing machine probably isn’t in your kitchen but be sure to inspect its hose as well. The hose connection can loosen during wash cycle vibrations, so check to

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ensure it’s tight. THE HOME’S EXTERIOR AND ROOF Be sure to keep rain gutters and downspouts free of debris to prevent clogs, and position downspouts to direct water away from the house. Holes, cracks and gaps can be entry points for unwelcome water, which can cause rot or structural damage. Walk the perimeter of your home to look for imperfections in its facade. Inspect the condition of the weather stripping on your windows and doors to ensure they are properly sealed to keep out the elements. Also, look for damaged, missing or loose roof shingles, which can be seen from proper vantage points on the ground. If you note any damage to your home’s exterior walls or your roof, consult with a professional to determine next steps to fix the spots where water can potentially enter. O’Rourke also recommends that homeowners consider installing a water leak detection system. “Smart home devices like water leak detection or shutoff systems can monitor for leaks around the clock, and some can automatically shut off the main water supply if a leak or burst pipe is identified. These types of devices can offer peace of mind and might even qualify you for an insurance discount.” JULY 2021

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One in three consumers say they have increased their efforts to incorporate environmentally friendly practices, and 70% prefer to purchase eco-friendly products, according to a recent Trusted Media Brands survey. Some of the easiest first steps toward a more sustainable lifestyle can be taken right in your own backyard. Create an outdoor oasis with these simple and sustainable tips — minimal green thumb required. SAVE TIME — AND WATER — WITH LOW-MAINTENANCE LANDSCAPING Plant the seed for a hassle-free backyard by planting perennials or shrubs, which require minimal upkeep. Support your local environment by choosing native plants, as they typically require less watering, fertilizer and pesticides, and are beneficial to pollinators. Plus, native plants can like decking, siding and outdoor store excess carbon dioxide for furniture. improved air quality. CHOOSE ENERGYCOLLECT AND EFFICIENT LED LIGHTING REUSE RAINWATER Replace outdated, enerConserving rainwater is a sim- gy-draining deck and landscape ple way to make your outdoor lighting with energy-efficient space more sustainable. Install or solar-powered outdoor a reusable water drum in your lights. LED lights are extremely yard below your gutter spouts to long-lasting, easy to install and collect water when it rains. Once use significantly less energy comfull, use the rainwater to water pared to more commonly used plants or clean exterior surfaces incandescent lights. Not only JULY 2021

or latticework — all of which work great for climbing plants such as vines, wisteria, honeysuckle and ivy.

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can you enjoy your yard long after the sun goes down, but you can feel good knowing you are making a sustainable choice. GROW “UP” A vertical garden can be an attractive, artful addition to any yard or deck, freeing up valuable ground in small spaces without compromising plush greenery. To start, build a frame against a wall or fence, or plant around an existing structure like a pergola

USE WOOD-ALTERNATIVE DECKING Among the greenest products available for the home is composite decking, such as Trex, which is manufactured from more than 95% recycled materials. Unlike wood, composite decking resists fading, staining, scratching and mold, and needs only an occasional soap-and-water cleaning. Since composite decking never needs to be stripped, stained or painted, no environmentally harmful chemicals are required. For green bonus points, take items such as plastic grocery bags and newspaper sleeves to one of the many NexTrex plastic film recycling drop-off locations nationwide. Instead of ending up in landfills, these polyethylene plastic films can be repurposed into high-performance composite decking. These easy upgrades will not only benefit the planet but also create an outdoor space that will leave your neighbors green with envy. DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES | 29

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Contemporary Home with Vineyard 4bd/5ba/6698’/12.19ac Nestled amongst a Sea of Vines! Private gated 6,698 sq.ft. villa on 12+- acres located only minutes to downtown Napa cafes and restaurants. Extensively expanded and renovated in 2010 and 2020 the 4BD (all en-suite) 4.5BA modernist residence is the perfect family compound and spot to entertain. Amenities include- Infinity pool w/swim up bar & sunken kitchen, large detached pool house w/1 bathroom and spa area, media room, wine cellar, elevator, and 2 bonus rooms w/1 full bathroom and separate entrance ideal for home office or gym, and 4 car garage. Resort like in every way, most rooms lead to the designed grounds that include expansive patios and courtyards, olive trees, vegetable garden, greenhouse and an orchard w/mature lemon & orange trees lining the side driveway. All surrounded by your own Chardonnay and Cabernet vineyards (7.8 acres chard & .9 cab). Live the Life! Adjacent 13+- vacant parcel planted in Chardonnay is separately listed at $4,000,000. Mark Lesti

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Darling in Bel Aire 3bd/2ba/1261’ Come see what this updated North Napa single story has to offer. Located in the heart of town, you’re a short stroll to shopping, restaurants and more! With updates throughout. You will surely appreciate all it has to offer.

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Contemporary Getaway 3bd/2ba/2806’/10.16ac Tranquil, private, and exclusive country get-away. On Napa’s east side, yet only 20 minutes to downtown Napa. Near famed Stagecoach Vineyards, this bucolic 10+ acre property includes a 2,806’ main house (3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms), 520’ guest house (1 bedroom and 1 bathroom), and a huge 3,200’ Workshop with Studio Apartment and 1 bathroom. Passive solar-heated Swimming Pool with shade structure, Fruit Tree Orchard, raised garden beds A 5-acre vineyard-ready plot with an already approved erosion control plan!!! Views of Atlas Peak within the Rector Watershed and Foss Valley all the way to Rutherford. Live and relax in the famed Atlas Peak appellation. www.3580SodaCanyonRd.com

North Napa Contemporary 5bd/3ba/3369’ Beautiful and spacious North Napa Home in highly sought after Alta Vina community. Bright and open this home is true delight. Large and gorgeous chef’s kitchen with a preparation island and high-end appliances. The Primary Bedroom has a sitting area with a spacious bathroom that has two walk-in closets. Freshly landscaped with a hot tub this place is a true Napa Valley retreat. Enjoy the community park right down the street or head up Valley to some of the world’s most renowned dinning. 11 Marsala is a must see!

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707.320.8950

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Panoramic Views 60 acres Striking Hilltop lot with panoramic views, just minutes to Lake Berryessa and 30 minutes to world-class restaurants and wineries in the beautiful Napa Valley.

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Blending fashion and function, the best bathroom design addresses needs of the homeowner while also reflecting their personal tastes. What often separates good from great design can be found in the details. Sophisticated designer touches elevate a bathroom in an upscale way that defines a space as a luxury retreat within the home. If you’re planning a master bathroom remodel or adding a new luxury bathroom space within your home, consider these three important facets. LAYER LIGHTING There are three main types of lighting: task, ambient and accent. Layering these lights thoughtfully in the bathroom will not only make the space more functional but also elevate the appearance and provide high levels of flexibility. The main light — often an overhead light — provides ambient lighting for the overall illumination of the space. Many people choose dimmer options for this bathroom light to give it maximum customization. Task lighting is essential in the 36 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

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bathroom and might include lights over the mirror or vanity lighting. When planning and positioning task lighting, remember to position fixtures to minimize shadows to facilitate activities like shaving or applying makeup. Finally, accent lighting is a key feature of luxury bathrooms and makes one space stand out from another. Accent lighting is meant to highlight the special features of the space and might include a light positioned over a painting, a decorative chandelier in a changing space or wall sconces by a soaking tub.

SELECT SHOWER DRAINS Sophisticated touches make your bathroom design come together, so as you plan your shower space, don’t overlook the aesthetic potential of the drain. Choosing an upscale drain option blends elegance and performance to elevate the shower experience and the overall bathroom design. For example, QuickDrain USA offers a variety of unique drain options. For the ultimate in—shower design, consider WallDrain, which is concealed

behind the base of the wall — rendering it virtually invisible. The clean lines of this innovative drain system provide a seamless visual flow in the shower, ideal for a variety of décors, including contemporary or transitional designs. However, if you prefer a drain that remains visible along the wall or in the center of the floor, you still have numerous options to elevate your look. Euro-styled linear drains and the new SquareDrain are ideal for conventional curbed or zero—entry, curbless applications that allow wheelchair access and ADA compliance. Among the biggest trends of 2021 are rose gold and matte black finishes for shower drains. But there are a variety of finishes you can choose from to get the ideal look for your space. Learn more at www.quickdrain. com. EVALUATE HARDWARE Just like that special watch or necklace makes an outfit, the hardware you choose for the bathroom is the jewelry that enhances that space. Because the bathroom features a substantial amount of

hardware relative to the size of the room, choosing the right option can make a big visual impact. Hardware in bathrooms includes knobs and pulls on the vanity but extends to other accessories as well. This includes towel racks for bathing and hand towels, toilet paper holders, soap dispensers and shower curtain rods. When planning hardware details, don’t forget to add in light switch covers, wall plates and vent covers to create a cohesive, professionally designed look. Finishes for hardware don’t necessarily need to all match as long as the tones blend nicely and you don’t mix too many finishes together. For example, brushed steel and matte black work well together, but if you mix in more colors, you risk the space looking disconnected and not well thought out. There are many factors that go into creating a bathroom design. It’s important to pay attention to the details if you want to create a luxury space. These three details will help ensure fashion and function go hand in hand for a space you’ll love for years to come. JULY 2021

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Pets nationwide are considered beloved members of the family. In fact, pet ownership throughout the U.S. has skyrocketed, with approximately 12.6 million Americans opening their home to a new pet since March 2020, according to a study by the American Pet Products Association. Whether you’re a first-time pet owner or a pet pro, be sure to consider your furry family members when preparing for the unexpected. First Alert, the most trusted brand in fire safety, offers the following tips to help families be prepared in case of a fire or carbon monoxide (CO) incident. PREVENT A FIRE While candles add ambiance, it’s important to never burn them unattended. Wagging tails and pawing kitties can haphazardly knock over candles, which can potentially cause a fire. Additionally, avoid electrical fires by securing loose wires and running long cords behind couches or other out-ofreach locations to prevent them from being chewed. PROTECT AGAINST THE SILENT KILLER Due to their smaller size, your pet may be affected by CO poisoning before you. Signs of CO poisoning can include weakness, sudden vomiting, difficulty breathing, seizures and even loss of consciousness. The only way to detect CO poisoning is by equipping your home with working CO alarms. For premium protection against both fire and CO, install combination alarms with 2-in-1 protection, such as the First Alert 10-Year Battery Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm, which eliminates battery replacements for a decade. Once installed, maintenance is key. Remember to test your alarms regularly and replace smoke alarms every 10 years and CO alarms every five to 10 years, depending on the model.

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you’re not home, use a pet gate to keep your animals in the main living area for easy rescue in the case of an emergency. Place pet alert stickers on windows near each entrance to inform firefighters of the presence of pets in your house.

HAVE AN EMERGENCY ESCAPE PLAN When planning your emergency escape route, don’t forget to include your pets. IMPROVE THEIR SAFETY WHEN Know which family members will be responHOME ALONE sible for each pet and note their hiding To help ensure your pet is safe even while spots for a faster evacuation. Have leashes JULY 2021

and collars stored near the main entrance of your home and, if possible, near other potential exits during an emergency, so you can grab them on your way out the door. Practice your escape plan at least twice a year, including crating your pets, to help make it an easier experience. And, remind your family to never delay escape or go back inside to rescue your pet. If a pet is missing, inform the fire department dispatcher when you call and the responders when they arrive. Learn more home safety tips at www. firstalert.com. DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES | 37

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There’s no need to go out and buy all new furniture and décor or undertake a major renovation to give your current interior a fresh look and feel—small tweaks can make just as big of an impact. Spruce up interior spaces with these five simple do-it-yourself projects that can be tackled over a weekend. RESTORE AND REORGANIZE DÉCOR An easy way to give your living space a mini makeover is to reinvigorate existing décor. Start by repairing any damaged or broken decorative pieces such as frames, vases or display items using DAP RapidFuse Gel Control Applicator. Providing a precise, clean and controlled application on a variety of materials including plastics, wood, rubber, metal, ceramics and more, this gel adhesive is perfect for uneven or vertical applications and sets in just 30 seconds for a completely mess-free repair. Finish up by finding new homes for your prized décor pieces for a completely new look. UPDATE BATHROOM HARDWARE Nothing dates a bathroom more than an outdated faucet. Give your vanity a facelift by swapping out old fixtures with updated designs to help revitalize the sink. But don’t stop there—replacing stained or worn-down caulk can give the entire bathroom a fresh look while preventing future moisture damage. Make sure to use a siliconized sealant, such as DAP’s Kwik Seal Ultra. BRIGHTEN INTERIOR WALLS Whether you want your space to feel more spacious, a bit brighter or even more soothing, a new paint color can do the trick. Everything from earthy, jewel tones to natural, more neutral aesthetics are trending this year. When selecting your color, sticking within the shade family of one of your longtime favorite colors will help Photos Brandpoint guarantee the color brings you joy for years to come. Looking to ease in? Give an accent wall a shot! UPGRADE LIGHTING If your ceiling is still sporting a decades-old light fixture, revitalize REPAIR HOLES IN THE DRYWALL it with something a little more modern. The same goes for lampBefore you start painting a room, make sure you take the time shades and light fixtures. Swapping these out with new, upgraded to repair any nicks, dents or holes in the drywall for a polished and looks is a simple and budget-friendly way to update any room in professional finished result. Whether the damage is small from a an afternoon. To complete your lighting update, consider replacing picture frame nail or anchor, or as large as doorknob damage, new your current light bulbs with LED bulbs, which will provide a cooler Eclipse Rapid Wall Repair Patches come in three sizes and make light while helping reduce your energy bill. repairing holes in drywall fast and easy. Just apply and paint for a For more tips to help tackle your home improvement projects, completely mess-free repair in minutes. visit DAP.com. 38 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

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NAPA COUNTY’S LATEST HOME SALES* ADDRESS

RECORD DATE

SALE PRICE BED BATH SQ FT YR BLT

40 SOLERA LN

2/9

$380,000

1,344

RECORD DATE SALE PRICE BED BATH SQ FT YR BLT

251 ST ANDREWS DR

2/10

$538,000

2,635

1987

2371 BEACH ST

3/16

$548,000

1,662

1969

2/18

$550,000

836

1937

Single Family

American Canyon

ADDRESS

1969

11 AMARILLO DR

2/18

$460,000

1,072

1954

2258 THIRD ST

420 DANROSE DR

2/26

$480,000

1,440

1971

2008 IMOLA AVE

3/3

$550,000

1,123

1954

3/11

$560,000

1,079

1956

2/25

$565,000

872

1941

3/5

$568,500

943

1950

$570,000

805

1941

564 GRANITE SPRINGS WAY

3/16

$500,000

3,696

2005

1439 RUBICON ST

262 LOS ALTOS

3/26

$520,000

1,085

1954

137 DE WITT AVE

448 CANYON CREEK DR

3/19

$530,000

1,627

1993

2911 DEVITA DR

34 ALTA LOMA DR

2/25

$550,500

1,105

1956

66 BELLEVUE AVE

3/30 3/30

$570,000

1,063

1959

3/4

$575,000

1,064

1961

3/9

$580,000

1,433

1955

3597 BECKWORTH DR

286 ARDEN CT

2/10

$585,000

2,033

1987

2901 LAUREL ST

64 CRAWFORD WAY

2/12

$590,000

1,379

1988

2078 S TERRACE DR

3/15

$590,000

1,132

1956

7 KARLY CT

3/26

$610,000

1,841

2005

1033 TERRACE DR

2/26

$590,000

1,250

1940

22 MELVIN RD

3/1

$610,000

915

1953

3330 MACLEOD ST

3/22

$595,000

1,305

1961

2262 ELLIOTT DR

3/4

$650,000

1,886

1988

2040 APPOLLO CT

3/18

$600,000

2,106

2007

2/25

$690,000

2,539

2001

2596 FIRST ST #H

2/25

$605,000

1,442

2018

3/11

$605,000

950

1953 1960

30 ALTA LOMA DR

232 HUMMINGBIRD WAY 229 NEWBURY WAY

3/22

$720,000

2,981

1989

199 CESTA ST

138 TUSCAN OAK TRL

3/29

$753,000

2,811

2006

2033 W F ST

3/5

$605,000

1,000

3/2

$755,000

2,829

2006

2034 PATTON AVE

3/22

$610,000

1,082

1967

115 FORD DR

3/30

$780,000

3,368

2004

3959 LAP CT

3/16

$617,500

1,596

1981

616 MEADOW BAY DR

3/26

$788,000

2,418

2002

3720 DOVER ST

2/23

$620,000

1,420

1959

308 WETLANDS EDGE RD

3/11

$829,500

3,302

2003

2058 PATTON AVE

3/25

$624,000

1,082

1967

102 FORD DR

3/17

$838,000

3,862

2004

889 LAGUNA ST

2/22

$625,000

1,337

1960

66 GOLDFINCH DR

3/15

$864,000

2,916

2000

1415 EAST AVE

2/19

$625,000

774

1940

19 VIA TREVISO

2/19

$899,000

3,844

2003

1596 VERNA DR

3/30

$635,000

1,261

1954

2248 TROWER AVE

3/30

$649,000

720

1940

1315 SPRING ST

3/25

$675,000

1,354

1910

750 JACOB CT

3/18

$650,000

1,698

1978

2008 HIGH ROCKS DR

3/10

$720,000

1,310

1993

1459 RUBICON ST

3/29

$651,000

1,871

1956

14 OAKSTONE WAY

Single Family

Calistoga

1716 MAGGIE AVE

3/12

$939,000

1,841

1985

2486 REDWOOD RD

3/16

$651,500

1,688

1964

1711 EMERALD DR

3/18

$1,000,000

1,939

2015

243 S FRANKLIN ST

3/2

$660,000

1,440

1953

1703 MAGGIE AVE

3/18

$1,095,000

1,990

1990

1295 SPRUCE ST

3/29

$675,000

1,274

1953

1581 CENTENNIAL CIR

3/22

$1,995,000

2,400

1966

1025 COOMBSVILLE RD

2/12

$675,000

1,296

2002

454 KORTUM CANYON RD

3/15

$2,800,000

3,532

1993

158 S SEYMOUR ST

3/18

$676,000

1,338

1943

124 HARTSON ST

2/22

$680,000

816

1936

3/18

$168,500

1,690

1972

3262 BROWNS VALLEY RD

2/19

$680,000

1,462

1971

3/5

$305,000

1,084

1958

3502 BAXTER AVE

3/17

$690,000

1,408

1956

2/19

$360,000

720

1934

3517 IDLEWILD AVE

2/18

$690,000

1,189

1956

3/5

$691,000

1,000

1951

Single Family

Napa 3979 HISCHIER CT 3074 MONTCLAIR AVE 1247 EGGLESTON ST

2/16

$385,000

1,132

1941

2789 IDAHO ST

2/9

$395,000

1,153

1941

1351 RUBICON ST

3/29

$700,000

1,189

1956

3561 MARIPOSA CT

3/22

$433,500

1,556

1969

2509 BUTTE ST

2/25

$700,000

1,680

1958

155 KAANAPALI DR

3/9

$454,000

2,666

1974

3640 PARRETT AVE

3/11

$700,000

1,481

1973

2731 WIMBLEDON ST

2/9

$525,000

1,199

1955

1412 SHERMAN AVE

3/9

$701,500

1,512

1963

1424 LAREDO ST

3/16

$525,000

1,100

1966

1535 H ST

3/3

$705,000

850

1898

723 MONTGOMERY ST

2/19

$529,000

1,016

1925

221 COLLIER BLVD

2/26

$705,000

1,153

1957

3/9

$530,000

1,066

1954

3931 DUNHILL ST

3/23

$730,000

1,650

1973

129 HOMEWOOD AVE 3090 LAUREL ST

1618 CAROL DR

*As recorded at the Napa County Tax Assessors Office / John Tuteur (707) 253-4459 / Property sales reported may include partial interest transfers; sales that are included with other properties; sales that are less any liens on property.

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NAPA COUNTY’S LATEST HOME SALES* ADDRESS

RECORD DATE

SALE PRICE BED BATH SQ FT YR BLT Single Family

Napa

ADDRESS

RECORD DATE SALE PRICE BED BATH SQ FT YR BLT

960 CAPITOLA DR

2/24

$1,145,000

3,177

2007

2/17

$1,155,000

2,854

1989

3/16

$1,160,000

2,485

2004

3/1

$1,169,000

2,730

2007

2504 MACLENNAN ST

2/17

$731,000

1,553

1966

40 ST FRANCIS CIR

4413 DOVE CT

3/19

$735,500

1,994

1973

127 MACINNES CT

3776 NORFOLK ST

2/24

$741,000

1,216

1959

242 BUTTERCUP CT

3/1

$745,000

1,110

1938

17 SKYLARK CT

2/23

$1,195,000

2,351

1984

1967

1095 FIRST AVE

3/25

$1,200,000

2,129

1964

2/16

$1,225,000

1,934

1966

1102 COOMBSVILLE RD 2540 GREENWOOD CT

3/26

$745,000

1,197

1019 OAK ST

2/22

$749,000

972

1896

1203 PARTRICK RD

635 CUNARD DR

3/19

$750,000

1,765

1971

347 ST ANDREWS DR

3/26

$1,232,500

2,404

1977

3/1

$755,000

1,245

1992

773 LA SALLE WAY

3/29

$1,280,000

2,702

1969

1520 E ST

10/9

$759,000

1,032

1899

433 ASHLAR DR

3/17

$1,300,000

3,803

1966

681 LATHROP CT

2/26

$760,000

1,641

1983

233 SILVERADO SPRINGS DR

2/24

$1,318,000

2,192

1990

2345 LOUISA ST

3/25

$780,000

1,052

1948

21 LIGHTHOUSE CT

3/19

$1,395,000

2,170

1992

3721 JOMAR DR

3/15

$785,000

1,626

1964

210 ALCHEMY WAY

3/16

$1,500,000

3,305

2001

107 E FIRST ST

3/26

$790,000

1,220

1938

33 LIGHTHOUSE CT

3/3

$1,500,000

2,579

1990

3045 BLANE WAY

3909 OXFORD ST

3/19

$790,000

1,268

1962

192 SKYLARK WAY

20 BLACKBERRY DR

3/2

$795,000

2,711

1999

152 FOOTHILL BLVD

2561 EDGEWATER DR

3/4

$805,000

1,440

1980

22 SPYGLASS CT

3/15

$1,600,000

3,035

1989

3/10

$810,000

1,432

1974

55 AUTUMN RUN WAY

3/23

$1,689,000

3,914

2005 1996

4145 RHINE CT

3/24

$1,541,000

2,979

2012

3/5

$1,595,000

2,730

1890

136 CHERRYVIEW CT

3/23

$811,000

1,687

1996

37 N NEWPORT DR

3/2

$1,750,000

2,467

101 S NEWPORT DR

3/18

$815,000

2,129

1997

345 RANDOLPH ST

2/26

$1,995,000

2,028

1911

3444 ARGYLE ST

3/25

$825,000

1,639

1973

1 N NEWPORT DR

2/19

$2,000,000

2,481

1997

3205 BROWNS VALLEY RD

3/16

$2,390,000

4,120

2005

3/4

$2,630,000

3,409

1959

3/19

$3,675,000

4,741

2019

3/9

$725,000

1,344

1908

1376 MAGNOLIA AVE

3/19

$900,000

1,613

2014

1357 MAGNOLIA AVE

3/12

$950,000

2,115

2015

1820 SPRING MOUNTAIN RD

2/12

$1,250,000

2,019

1978

1747 PARK ST

2/11

$1,260,000

1,712

1970

702 HUNT AVE

2/23

$1,600,000

2,212

2001

1427 ALLYN AVE

3/30

$1,717,000

1,456

1910

1843 SPRING MOUNTAIN CT

2/18

$1,980,000

1,943

1966

1440 STOCKTON ST

3/10

$1,995,000

1,633

1991

1576 VOORHEES CIR

3/10

$2,110,000

2,259

1998

2647 COLOMBARD CT

2/19

$2,345,000

2,319

1982

3/4

$3,500,000

2,124

1935

2/18

$840,000

2,081

2001

20 GREENBRIAR CIR

3956 SOLOMON AVE

3/1

$860,000

1,584

1973

1030 ROSS CIR

4466 JEFFERSON ST

3/3

$860,000

2,004

1971

212 WESTGATE DR

1183 MOUNTAIN VIEW CIR

3/16

$865,000

1,845

1975

4255 WINE COUNTRY CT

3/19

$878,000

2,148

2017

4109 PINOT DR

2/17

$893,000

2,102

1972

4453 DALTON DR

2/23

$905,000

2,407

1997

10 WINE BARREL LN 2986 FIRST ST

2/9 3/30

$905,000 $925,000

4 3

3 4

2,717 2,468

1993 1920

881 SARATOGA DR

3/19

$929,000

2,094

2015

26 DICKERSON LN

2/22

$931,000

2,050

1990

2110 WAVERLY ST 4170 BROWNS VALLEY RD

2/9 3/12

$932,000 $937,000

4 3

3 3

1,983 1,679

1961 1959

865 ERIN WAY

2/26

$945,000

2,081

2015

1555 SALVADOR AVE

3/22

$950,000

1,679

1964

2288 THIRD ST

2/12

$962,000

1,704

1925

Single Family

St Helena 943 POPE ST

1242 MADRONA AVE

1029 FOSTER RD

2/25

$1,010,000

1,584

1950

2733 STILES CT

2/16

$1,025,000

2,004

1966

Yountville

673 CABOT WAY

2/10

$1,070,000

1,394

1973

6521 HEATHER ST

3/23

$1,080,000

1,318

1970

3922 ALEXANDER ST

2/12

$1,085,000

2,128

1976

1918 OAK CIR

3/15

$1,295,000

1,400

1982

14 CLEMENT CT

3/30

$1,110,000

2,324

1989

1973 ADAMS ST

2/26

$1,306,500

1,796

2006

3530 SANDYBROOK LN

2/17

$1,119,000

2,012

1973

13 STAGS VIEW LN

2/25

$1,449,000

2,176

2001

1536 JUANITA ST

2/18

$1,120,000

2,363

2018

1984 ADAMS ST

2/23

$2,165,000

1,946

2005

Single Family

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HOME POWER preparations for severe weather Brandpoint

Tornados, floods, hurricanes and more— severe weather is increasing around the world. Are you ready if a threatening storm hits your home? “Storm frequency and intensity is increasing, which means it’s important for homeowners to take a proactive approach to severe weather preparedness,” said Jonathan Green, senior regional parts and service manager at Northern Tool + Equipment. “Having the right equipment and gear on hand and ready to go means your family can stay as safe and as comfortable as possible.” POWER OUTAGES AND SEVERE WEATHER Power to your home may be intermittent and unreliable during bad weather. In worst cases, entire power grids can go out for days or weeks at a time. Green says it’s important to prepare by having flashlights ready, stocking up on batteries and properly maintaining a generator to power necessities in a home. If a major storm is approaching, the American Red Cross recommends unplugging small appliances to reduce potential damage from power surges that could occur. Always follow orders from authorities, who may tell you to turn off utilities to prevent damage to your home or within the community. If you are without electricity, a portable generator can help power critical household equipment. For example, the NorthStar Portable Generator with Honda GX390 OHV Engine has a fuel-efficient engine with a digital ignition for easy startup. The control panel features 10 outlets and a 12-volt DC outlet, so you can power things like a well pump, a 42 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

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refrigerator and freezer, lights and electronics like TVs and cell phones to stay connected to emergency information. When selecting a generator, it’s important to know the right size for your needs, which is based on the rated wattage of what you want to power—as not all generators have the same power draw. To do this, add up the wattage of tools, appliances and motors you will want to run at the same time, then select a generator with the running wattage rating to match or exceed the total load. Keep in mind that items with electric motors require additional surge wattage at startup that can double or triple the normal wattage requirement—so look at the surge watts required. Green adds that having a generator is half the battle as it is just as important to use the equipment safely and maintain it properly by following generator safety and maintenance tips:

that generators, water pumps, and other equipment is tuned up and ready. USE FRESH GAS There is approximately a 90-day shelf life on fuel, especially in smaller quantities like what would be in the gas tank of a small engine or a small gas can. Never use bad gas in a generator or you risk damage to the engine. RUN UNITS WISELY Place generators outdoors away from your home, but shielded from rain as much as possible. Never run generators inside or covered tightly because this can clog spark arrestors and filters resulting in a fire hazard. Additionally, not ventilating exhaust increases risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

KEEP IT CLEAN AND LEVEL Always run the generator on level surfaces free from debris or other items. Non-level STORE UNITS PROPERLY or vibrating surfaces may result in problems When not in use, keep your generator including poor engine lubrication, which can clean and covered in a safe, accessible loca- cause overheating. tion. DON’T OVERDRAW POWER PERFORM MAINTENANCE The size of your generator will dictate how Being prepared is key, and a critical com- many things it can power. Keep in mind, ponent of that is making sure your gear is items with heating elements or motors often ready in advance of serious weather. To that need double their rated wattage to start up, end, test the generator monthly to ensure it’s which is called surge. working properly. Just like any other engine, “Having a generator can be life changing a generator requires maintenance, so keep during extreme weather, and it’s important up with the manufacturer’s recommended to use this equipment safely and maintain schedule for things like oil changes and spark it properly so you’re ready no matter what plugs. Northern Tool + Equipment offers so your family is ready when severe weather parts, service and repair expertise to ensure comes your way,” said Green. JULY 2021

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FIT TO WEAR

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Your clothing is an investment. You want your favorite items to look good for a long time, and being eco-conscious, you want to ensure your clothes don’t end up in a landfill when you’re done with them. From using the right tools to wash and care for your clothes or responsibly disposing of your old or damaged clothing, consider these five useful tips for extending the life of your clothes and keep them looking their best for the long haul.

COMBINE SIMILAR FABRICS In addition to sorting darks, lights and colored fabrics, consider texture as well. Washing your metal-studded jean jacket with a delicate silk blouse is not a wise decision, even if they are the same colors. Additionally, zippers, buttons and other details can snag clothing, so consider turning items inside-out when washing to help protect the exterior that is visible when items are worn.

FOLLOW GARMENT LABELS Every piece of clothing you purchase has a tag that likely includes fabric content and wash recommendations. Read these labels and follow the instructions to help your clothes look new as long as possible. You might be surprised what should be washed on delicate, cold or other specific cycles. For special items, spot clean as needed and ask about environmentally friendly cleaning options at the dry cleaner.

USE SMART-WASH TECHNOLOGY On the other hand, if you don’t want to deal with separating fabrics, upgrade your laundry game with smart laundry appliances like the single unit LG™ WashTower. It has built-in intelligence that uses AI technology to detect fabrics and load size and then automatically selects the optimal washing and drying settings to deliver the best in fabric care.

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time to time that may unintentionally stain clothing. When this happens, treat stains as soon as possible with a stain remover. Some people tuck a stain stick into their purse or backpack for treating stains on the go. If you don’t have access to stain treatments, try gently blotting or rinsing with cold water. Once home, treat and wash the stain right away. If the stain remains, do not dry as this can set it further; try treating it again and then washing a second time.

UPDATE WITH LG STYLER Invest in an LG Styler steam closet that uses the power of steam—no chemicals—to reduce odor from fabrics and extend the life of your clothes in between washings. Bonus: it’s even great for jackets, sports equipment, pillows and plush toys! These simple steps not only help your clothing look great for as long as possible, TREAT STAINS RIGHT AWAY they also help eliminate waste and keep our We all spill, drip and rub into things from planet looking great as well. JULY 2021

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CARPET

helps you create a healthy, stylish, comfortable home

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Being at home more often has inspired many people to make changes in their favorite spaces that focus on health and comfort. You might be surprised to learn that carpeting a room supports both these goals, plus offers near endless style possibilities. Carpet is a popular flooring option, accounting for 48% of the total U.S. flooring market, according to the Carpet and Rug Institute. Adding carpet or refreshing the carpet you already have in your home has many benefits, from helping you breathe easier to keeping loved ones safe. Here are the top reasons people are opting for carpet: HEALTH AND INDOOR AIR QUALITY Carpet can help support a healthy home, even for people with asthma and allergies. The updated asthma management guidelines from the National Institutes of Health’s National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute do not include recommendations to remove carpet as a way to treat asthma and allergies. “Scientific research shows that carpet does not negatively impact allergies or asthma. In fact, carpet can improve your home’s air quality by trapping allergens, keeping them out of the breathing zone and making them easy to vacuum,” said Dr. Michael Halwig, allergy specialist on the clinical faculty of Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. “All too often patients have been advised to remove carpeting in the home to deal with environmental allergies. This is often expensive and impractical for many families. Current knowledge shows that the use of vacuum cleaners with HEPA filters and other environmental control measures are much more 46 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

and on stairs to soften foot traffic. Whether you’re working, studying or relaxing, carpet reduces noise so you can focus. Carpet is also a safe choice, particularly in multigenerational homes. In addition to added comfort in cushioning footsteps, carpet can help reduce slips and falls that may occur more easily on hard surface flooring. Carpet is safe for the whole family, but especially for toddlers and older individuals who are more prone to falls. If a fall does happen, carpet can help minimize injury.

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effective in reducing allergens in the home.” Many people are installing additional carpet in their homes to help improve air quality. Fortunately, the vast majority of carpet sold in the U.S. is certified through CRI’s Green Label Plus program, a third-party certification that demonstrates products are among the lowest emission emitting carpet, adhesive and cushion products on the market.

SAFETY AND NOISE REDUCTION With people spending more time at home, indoor noise pollution is becoming a big problem. Carpet and carpet pads help absorb excessive sounds to soften noises within a room while serving as a sound barrier between floors. This is especially important in rooms with large TVs, sound systems or speaker phones, as well as in hallways

FASHION AND FUNCTIONALITY Carpet can serve as a neutral foundation, in popular tones of gray, cream or beige, or it can be a focal point featuring vibrant colors and bold patterns. With thousands of carpet styles, colors, textures and designs, you can select an option that suits your personal taste and complements your home’s aesthetic. Beyond beauty, carpet provides a great place to sit and is comfortable underfoot. Because carpet provides thermal insulation, it helps maintain a room’s optimum temperature; for example, in cooler months it retains warm air for longer. It feels good and looks good, helping create an inviting feeling in any room. “With two toddlers, a dog and two cats, carpet was a musthave throughout our home. Carpet provides comfort, warmth, and style—and we also love that it improves indoor air quality,” said Chelsee Hood, mother and blogger. “Many families are choosing to install carpet for these reasons and more, making it a great feature in the modern home.” To learn more about the research and benefits of carpet, visit www.beautyofcarpet.com. JULY 2021

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