Greater Baton Rouge
HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 15, Issue 3
NEW SUBDIVISION IN WEST FELICIANA PARISH L ARGE ACREAGE LOTS. GORGEOUS VIEWS!
COVER HOME See Page 8 for more details. For Advertising Call Jan Autin 985-264-8748
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Listed By: Gaye Landry 225-721-2800 Landry Team Real Estate, LLC 225-784-2000 Licensed in Louisiana & Mississippi
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More Info: Text RBDXXLK to 52187 38206 MEADOW RUE DR, PRAIRIEVILLE NEW CONSTRUCTION! Open plan, 4BR/3BA. Wood flooring & beams. 11 ft ceilings, fireplace. Built in wine cooler & wet bar. Great school district.
More Info: Text RBDZTXC to 52187 11491 GATOR LN, GONZALES 3BR/2.5BA. Beautiful Acadian style on 1.11 Acres in St. Amant!!! Inside remodeled in 2016. Wrap around porch. Whole House Generator. Workshop. Ascension Parish School Dist.
More Info: Text RBDNCBV to 52187 41533 HEARTHSTONE AVE, PRAIRIEVILLE On the Lake in Greystone! Spacious living room with fireplace. Open plan, 3BR/2BA. Cypress cabinets. Large fenced back yard, great view of lake.
More Info: Text RBFFFBB to 52187 40423 CROSS RIDGE AVE, GONZALES Well maintained. Great location. 3BR/2BA, freshly painted interior. Spacious kitchen w/center island. Master has H/H closets. Fenced back yard.
More Info: Text RBDXXLM to 52187 38198 MEADOW RUE DR, PRAIRIEVILLE NEW CONSTRUCTION! 4BR/3BA, hardwood flooring, THOR ssl appliances, large island. Full security system. Covered patio is pre-plumbed for outdoor kitchen.
More Info: Text RBDZJXJ to 52187 40274 SYCAMORE AVE, GONZALES 4BR/2BA on just under a 1/2 acre lot at end of dead end street. Fireplace, nice built-in. Kitchen w/island. 346 sf bonus area. Covered patio & AG pool.
More Info: Text RBDJPNS to 52187 22986 CHENE BLANC LN, MAUREPAS Waterfront View! Custom 3BR/2BA modular home. Fireplace. Newer roof. Recently remodeled but not complete. Pilings have been set to complete the boat dock & pier.
More Info: Text RBDZXVV to 52187 18427 KAY DR, PRAIRIEVILLE Nice camp overlooking the Amite River! Enjoy summer days with plenty of shade on the spacious porch or by the water. 2BR/1BA. Plenty of covered parking.
More Info: Text RBFBKPB to 52187 13275 DIVERSION CANAL RD, SAINT AMANT Waterfront Home with 100 ft bulk headed frontage on the Diversion Canal. 3BR/2BA, wood flooring, fireplace. 40X40 upper deck that sits above 2 boat slips.
More Info: Text RBFHLCB to 52187 3613 S. BAHIN CT, BATON ROUGE Beautifully Updated 4BR/2.5BA with Mancave in Woodland Ridge Park. Custom cabinets, Granite, Large Den w/FP. Cathedral ceiling in Master Suite. Jacuzzi & Covered Patios
More Info: Text RBFCCXV to 52187 18044 BAYOU PIERRE DR, MAUREPAS Beautiful Waterfront Home on The Diversion Canal! Small gated community in Livingston parish. 3BR/2.5BA, open floor plan. 33x12 deck w/ 20x13 covered boat lift.
More Info: Text RBFFMJP to 52187 5163 ETTA ST, BATON ROUGE Great unit in Leigh's Cove Gated Community! Located near LSU and is on the ground level! Freshly painted. Wood laminate flooring. Fireplace. Offie nook. 2BR/2BA.
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More Info. Text RBDZNMF to 52187 SHENANDOAH ESTATES UPDATED 4BR/2.5BA. NEW wood laminate floors. Large Den w/ fireplace, built-ins. QUARTZ countertops & NEW appliances. Large Master w/ HIS/HER closets, jetted tub. Great backyard & extended patio. $287,500
More Info. Text RBDXFDC to 52187 WORKSHOP/4CAR GARAGE! Beautiful 4BR/3.5BA plus OFFICE. CYPRESS plank walls & soaring 25ft ceilings. Large Kitchen UPDATED with SLAB GRANITE countertops. Huge Den. Fenced backyard. $289,500 E
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More Info. Text RBDWLFH to 52187 Woodland Shadows/Jefferson Highlands area MIDDLE OF TOWN! Beautiful 4BR/3BA home. Open floor plan, high ceilings, CUSTOM cabinets. Great natural light. Fenced backyard. NEWLY added REAR PORCH with 8x8 cypress beams. NEW ROOF. $379,900
More Info. Text RBFCJBT to 52187 ONE OF A KIND! Registered LIVE OAK and WRAP AROUND PORCHES!! Built in 1995 with SO MANY AMENITIES gathered over the DECADES. 2BR/3BA. Separate GARDEN HOUSE. A MUST SEE!! $415,000
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More Info. Text RBDTPSB to 52187 COUNTRY LIVING ON OVER 1/2 ACRE Under $100K! This 2BR/1BA home has open floor plan and lots of natural light. Access to private boat launch is across the street! SERENE SETTING. $99,000
More Info. Text RBFBMYD to 52187 THE LAKE AT OXFORD PLACE This is a rare find near Jefferson Highway, Bluebonnet & Interstate. 2 Huge bedrooms with a SPLIT FLOORPLAN. Master has a SITTING AREA/OFFICE, lux bath, 2 closets. Large porch & deck. $277,500
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21008 DIVERSION CANAL RD, MAUREPAS Waterfront island retreat. Across from community pool! 2BR/1BA +2 extra sleeping areas in lofts. Bulkheaded w/ 21'-0" pier & boat slip. Totally furnished! $89,000 MLS:2018004672 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: BJ POSEY 225-802-8808
7457 LILLIE VALLEY DR, GONZALES VERY unique and beautiful home loaded with amenities. 4BR/4.5BA plus office. Cypress cabinetry. Guest/In-Law Suite w/ sitting area & full handicap accessible bath. $849,000 MLS:2020005655 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: VIRGINIA LUQUETTE 225-715-9234
15400 RIDGE RD, MAUREPAS Custom built split floor plan with 1812 sqft living area on 1.5 acres! 4BR/2BA, wood floors, fireplace, shed w/electricity. Additional 1.32 acres in back of property also available. $239,900 MLS:2020004578 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: MONA MORALES 225-333-9118
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16825 LA HWY 16, FRENCH SETTLEMENT Historic country home on almost 3.5 acres. 3BR/3BA home with recent renovations. Pool with decking, slide & outdoor bath/changing room. Covered patio. 2 large workshops/ sheds. $314,900 MLS:2020006782 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: SETH MOSBY
317 N FRANCIS AVE, GONZALES Wonderful large home in the 'Garden District'. Quiet, convenient neighborhood. High and dry, never flooded. 2 story, 5BR/3.5BA +unfinished bonus on 2nd floor. Many extras. $269,900 MLS:2020006171 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: EVERET FEKETE 225-573-5156
3125 VERANDA VIEW AVE, BATON ROUGE Gorgeous 4BR/3BA home in the desirable Veranda at the University Club Plantation. New Orleans Style open-split floor plan, wood floors, high ceilings, fireplace, gourmet kitchen. $559,200 MLS:2020005346 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: NICOLE ROWELL 225-936-4250
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28268 LAKE LERY DR, LIVINGSTON LIKE NEW! Only 3 years old gorgeous 4BR/2BA on large lot, fenced in rear. Modern colors, spacious living w/ fireplace, custom built-ins, luxury vinyl plank flooring. $197,900 MLS:2020005653 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: NICOLE ROWELL 225-936-4250
43083 BRITTANY RD, SORRENTO Newly completed 4BR/2.5BA on half acre estate lot. Many custom upgrades. Brick fireplace. Custom kitchen cabinets, 3cm quartz, 3cm marble. St. Amant school district. $369,900 MLS:2020006753 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: RICKY GAUTREAU 225-715-7256
12063 AMSTERDAM AVE, GEISMAR PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION. Considering a new or custom home in the vibrant Dutchtown area? Dutchtown Meadows subdiv. Community pool, fishing lake. 4BR/3BA. Other plans are available. $339,000 MLS:2018008282 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: PAM CRUTTI 225-413-6762
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Drastically Reduced!!!! One Of A Kind 2 story traditional style beauty at prestigious Copper Mill Estates. Unbelievable community amenities! Clubhouse/Rec Room, golf course, pool, tennis, park, walk/jog/bike trail, walking distance to schools. This custom built home features stainless steel appliances, triple crown molding, brand new beautiful wood floors, surround sound, custom wood cabinets, jetted tub in master bath, fireplace with custom mantle, surveillance cameras, and more. Great Open Floor Plan with 4BR/3BA, Media/Bonus Room and rear Screened Back Patio. A Must See!! $489,900
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4622 INNISWOLD RD, BATON ROUGE Large home in a great location. Near the Mall of Louisiana, Baton Rouge General Hospital, and Lady of the Lake, shopping, schools, and much more. Occupancy is available 06/01/2020. Lease $1600/mo. or Sale $265,000
9797 LOCKHART, DENHAM SPRINGS NEW HOME to be built. 1600 living area, 3BR/2BA, across the street from North Park in Denham Springs. Granite counter tops, Stainless Steel appliances, on .37 acre lot. Qualifies for the new Rural Development Program. No money down and No money out of pocket. Just get approved for the loan and we can build it for you. $219,900
9507 THAYER AVE, BATON ROUGE Beautiful new home that is near Perkins Rowe, OLOL, General Hospital, New Childrens Hospital and much more. Call and ask for more info on this home, and how you can pick your colors and flooring etc to make it yours. 3BR/2BA. 1058 sf Living Area. $159,900
CHRIS CRAMER 225.288.7916
cramer58@gmail.com Licensed by the State of Louisiana
2798 O’Neal Ln, Ste B4 Baton Rouge, LA 70816 225-932-9552
Carolyn Webber
REALTOR®, ABR, CRS, SRES, MRP
REAL ESTATE GROUP 13626 Perkins Road Baton Rouge, LA 70810 Office: 225.768.7600 Independently Owned and Operated Licensed by the State of Louisiana
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EXCEPTIONAL, UNIQUE, SERENE, AND CONVENIENT Beautiful custom home on 18.72 acres with pond. Large unfinished bonus. Many amenities. 3BR/2.5BA, 3493 SF $1,100,000 19288 HOO SHOO TOO RD, BATON ROUGE
REMARKABLE AND CONVENIENTLY located on a large corner lot off Goodwood Blvd & Chevelle Dr., next to Tara S/D. Built European Style, remodeled in '06. 3BR/3BA, 3673 SF $478,000 8428 GOODWOOD BLVD, BATON ROUGE
RARE OPPORTUNITY to live in this CHARMING Heart of Baton Rouge neighborhood, Old Goodwood Village. Fireplace, built-ins, high ceiling, courtyard, 3BR/2.5BA. $345,000 1610 LOBDELL AVE, BATON ROUGE
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COMPLETELY REMODELED! Solid granite counter tops, new cabinets, floors, lighting. Large open floor plan. Large master suite & bath w/ walk-in closet. 4BR/2BA. $235,000 6033 MANASSAS DR, BATON ROUGE
SPACIOUS TOWNHOME qualifies for 100% Financing. Located off Perkins Rd. Lrg W/I closets, fireplace. Private patio. 2-car garage. 2BR/2BA, 1462 SF $165,000 2025 SHIRE LN, BATON ROUGE
RARE VACANT LOT OFF HIGHLAND RD in Country Club West Subdivision. Half Acre w/ Peaceful pond on lot. Close access to I-10. Call agent for additional info. $110,000 17909 PECAN SHADOWS DR, BATON ROUGE
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14076 WETHERLY DR, BATON ROUGE This one-owner French-style 4bd 2bth home is updated & painted in light neutral tones. Elegant Triple Crown molding with 12' ceilings in the living/dining area. Upgrades = wood flooring, enlarged patio extension, professional landscaping and courtyard, & more. Attached 2-car garage-rear entry. Community has lakes with fountains & walking paths. $279,900
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7707 BLUEBONNET BLVD, BATON ROUGE Come experience the luxury and convenience of Perkins Rowe with this stunning 2bd 2bth condo! Exclusive corner unit features an open floor plan, wraparound Pella windows, sleek granite, stainless steel appliances, beautiful cabinetry, wood floors and more. The terrace has an inground pool, cabana, and outdoor cooking area. Gated garage parking with 24hr onsite security. $258,000
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1535 SHARP RD, BATON ROUGE Better than new 5BR/4BA home with gunite pool. Huge fenced in back yard. Workshop w/elec & water. Lovely, Wrought iron electric gated driveway with plenty of parking. Beautiful mature oak trees and landscaping. Living room w/beamed ceiling & fireplace. 21x22 family room with vaulted ceiling, built-ins, walls of windows, and French doors that open onto the patio. $340,000
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On The Cover Baton Rouge, LA Jan Autin Publisher 985-264-8748 nola@realestatebookla.com
Greater Baton Rouge
HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 15, Issue 3
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NEW SUBDIVISION IN WEST FELICIANA PARISH L ARGE ACREAGE LOTS. GORGEOUS VIEWS!
COVER HOME See Page 8 for more details. For Advertising Call Jan Autin 985-264-8748
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Listed By: Gaye Landry 225-721-2800 Landry Team Real Estate, LLC 225-784-2000 Licensed in Louisiana & Mississippi
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Located off Sage Hill Road – one of the prettiest roads in the parish. Minutes from West Feliciana Schools. Minimum Living Sq. Ft. is 2300. Underground Utilities. Lighted Paved Road. Each lot is 5+ acres, starting at $156,638.
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8686 Bluebonnet Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 225-768-1800 Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated Licensed in Louisiana
For more photos Text RBDMRGL to 52187 835 FAIRWINDS AVE, ZACHARY Gorgeous 4BR/3BA home located in the beautiful Beaver Creek Subdivision. Loads of amenities here. You will love the high ceilings and beautiful light fixtures throughout, spacious dining & living area with built-in cabinetry, fireplace and hard wood floors perfect for entertaining. Lovely gourmet kitchen features granite counter tops, beautiful custom cabinets, pantry, stainless steel appliances, stunning brickwork and keeping room with 2nd fireplace. Enjoy views of the lake and golf course. A must see!! $325,000
Help Your Home Fight Back Against the
H EAT Summer is here, and the sun is out in full force. Just like your skin is susceptible to sun damage, so is your house. Make sure your home is protected by focusing on these four essential elements.
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To make sure you get the most out of your exterior paint, choose a top-quality brand that will better withstand sun damage over time. Depending on how much direct sunlight you have on your home, tree borders are a good way to add shade to parts of your yard. This will add life to your paint job, and the trees will add more “life” to your lawn and landscaping.
The roof also absorbs the brunt of the sun’s power and can be the first to show sun damage. There’s not much you can do to avoid this, but if you inspect your roof closely each season, and make necessary repairs, you’ll stave off the damage.
DECKS WINDOWS Keep your cold AC inside and the summer heat outside by checking the caulking around your windows. You may also want to consider adding awnings to prevent heat from penetrating, or keeping the blinds or curtains closed during the hottest parts of the day. This will keep sunlight out and help cut down on that utility bill.
One of the top ways to protect your deck from summer heat, especially if your deck is made of wood, is by properly sealing it with a high quality, weatherproof, UV resistant sealer. The sealer will help your deck fight back against fading and warping. Another option might be installing a retractable deck awning, which you can pull over your space during the sunniest part of the midday heat. Or consider adding a sunroom instead of a deck, which gives you a more functional, year-round, space.
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Relocation Specialist
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When Only the Best in the Business will do! Kendra Novak
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FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER? Hereʼs Help Getting Started Buying a home is always an exciting process, but naturally it can be a bit overwhelming. And when youʼre a first time buyer, learning the ropes for the first time, the process can be even more stressful and seem even more complicated. Figuring out your down payment, shopping around for and obtaining the best interest rate, deciding exactly which house you want and moving quickly on it, are all none-to-easy tasks. However, take a deep breath, and follow these simple tips
Conduct research.
Run the numbers.
Even if you are working with a realtor, check out new listings and spread the word throughout your friends and professional network. You never know who might be about to list a home, and you can jump on it before it even hits the market.
Understand how much home you can afford to buy and whether home ownership might preclude you from addressing other important financial issues in your life, like paying off debt or paying for other pressing needs. A financial planner can help you understand how your housing choices can support your overall financial plan.
Start the mortgage process/correct credit report mistakes. If you have not done so in a while, go online a request your free copy of your credit report through your bank or various other free websites. It’s important to know your credit score and correct any errors on the report before you start the mortgage process. Your credit score and report will directly influence the terms of your mortgage and could affect which house you’re able to buy.
Keep your emotions in check. Even with limited supply, there are a lot of houses out there. Be careful not to blow through your budget, get caught in a bidding war, or buy more home than you need. And even worse, you don’t want to put yourself in a position where you own two homes. Follow these tips and you’ll be well prepared to start your search and buy your first home.
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314 CHATEAU JON, DENHAM SPRINGS Unique, newly remodeled custom 3BR/3.5BA in sought after gated neighborhood. Master w/own A/C & private entrance to patio. Huge upstairs bonus. 3 car garage. $409,000
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MOVING WITH YOUR KIDS: WHAT MATTERS MOST
Home buying can be stressful enough. When you’re in the market for a new home, there are many factors in the process that can be worrisome and even a pain. And if you have children, it’s one of the major considerations of your home buying process and can add to the stress.
Families with children under the age of 18 are confronted with a unique set of needs that play out in the home-buying and -selling process. Those include: A larger home. Buyers with children tend to purchase larger homes than their childfree counterparts. The average buyer with children under 18 purchases a 2,100-squarefoot home with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, while the average buyer with no children chooses a 1,750-square-foot home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Both groups prefer a single-family, detached house. Factoring in schools. The quality of a neighborhood school district is very important to buyers with children, while it probably isn’t much of a consideration to those without. In addition to the schools themselves, convenience and proximity to them is important as well. Childcare. Childcare expenses can certainly delay the process of buying a home. Those expenses also have an impact on the buying process, forcing buyers with children to make compromises on the house they purchase, whether it’s the size of the home, the price of the home or the condition of the home.
You may have to sell if your family grows. Families with children are also more likely to sell their homes as they outgrow their current home – whether it be from having more children, or children growing up and needing more space. And if you sell, you might have to sell more quickly. Urgent is the word that most often describes the selling situation of sellers with children. If you must enroll a child in a new school, or only have the summer to move, major decisions and moves will have to be made at a much faster pace.
Having children is wonderful, and it’s exciting to move into a new house that your family can call home. But it’s important to consider these factors during your search and when planning so that everything can go as smoothly as possible.
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8231 Summa Avenue, Baton Rouge LA
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THIS BEAUTY IS WAITING FOR YOU! Completely Renovated UPDATED AND MOVE-IN READY! 3BR/2BA home featuring 3BR/2BA home. Kitchen and Bathrooms with granite countertops. kitchen with dining area and spacious living room. Tile flooring Spacious Den with fireplace. Bedrooms with laminate floors and ceiling throughout. Bedrooms with ceiling fans. Carport. Covered patio. fans. Neutral colors. Nice size back yard. Over 1,500 sqft Living Area. Spacious fenced in back yard. Over 1,108 sqft Living Area. Text RBCZGWH to 52187 Call: Meladine Bonton 225-571-3453 Text RBDWQRX to 52187 Call: Meladine Bonton 225-571-3453
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Elegant Landscape Designs Can Greatly Enhance Property Value By Lee Flynn Elegantly designed exterior landscapes can greatly enhance the appearance, curb appeal and market value of almost any home or property. Even large-scale landscaping projects can often be completed with relatively little cost and may add several thousands of dollars to the market price of a home or other property. Advanced options, such as hardscaping installations, xeriscaping or more ambitious layouts and designs are more than able to pay for themselves should homeowners ever decide to sell their home or investment property.
The Importance of Curb Appeal Even the most attractive homes may still lack curb appeal. Professional landscaping designs and exterior renovations often provide the single most effective way for homeowners to create and maintain the level of curb appeal needed to enhance the market value of a property. Landscaping maintenance and installation services can be a valuable resource for homeowners seeking to protect their investment. Landscaping is Among the Most CostEffective Home Renovation Projects Curb appeal projects can provide a significant return on investment for home and property owners. In addition to costing far more, interior renovations and home upgrades may do little to improve the overall impression a property is able to make on prospective buyers. While interior renovation projects can be beneficial for creating a more comfortable home or optimizing the market value of an investment property, interior upgrades often fail to provide the level of results that professional landscaping designs may be able to offer. Restoring and Maintaining Existing Hardscape Installations While often less costly than interior renovations, landscaping upgrades may still come with a hefty price tag. Restoring existing stone work, professional surface and grout cleaning and other maintenance services that may improve the appearance of existing hardscape materials can significantly reduce overall costs. Professional maintenance services can provide property owners with a more affordable way to improve curb appeal
by restoring a faded or neglected landscape to its former glory. Professional maintenance services can even be of benefit for those undertaking a radical redesign of their landscape. Incorporating existing installations into a new design or restoring and reusing landscaping materials can provide a level of savings that few property owners can afford to overlook. Working with the Right Professional From basic upgrades and maintenance solutions to more ambitious landscaping designs and complex renovations, the services and assistance of a qualified and experienced professional can be a key asset. Property owners often lack the tools, expertise and resources needed to tackle large-scale landscaping renovation projects on their own. Working alongside the right professional can provide superior results and ensure that homeowners are not forced to make due with a limited range of designs, options or solutions. Dealing with the wrong landscaper or overlooking the service providers that may have more to offer can be a very costly mistake. Creating the Best Exterior Landscapes Elegant landscaping design, hardscaping installation or restoration services that make the home more attractive can all make a huge difference. Property owners who overlook the importance of curb appeal may find themselves hard pressed to enhance the overall value of their investment. Landscaping projects that may be completed for a fraction of the cost of a room addition or other interior renovation provide a proven and effective way to add thousands of dollars to the market.
REMODELING?
QUESTIONS TO ASK DURING YOUR PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING
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