Transylvania County
10 VOL. 22 NO. 18 OCTOBER 20, 2011 REAL ESTATE WEEKLY™
Get ready for cooler weather director at Lennox Hearth Products. “Preparing your home will not only save you money, but keep your family safe during severe weather.” In fact, heating and cooling accounts for two thirds of a home’s energy consumption. This adds up to 44 percent of all the carbon dioxide emissions in America, more than the transportation and manufacturing industries combined, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Here are some tips to prepare your home for the cooler weather this season: • Conduct an annual review. Windows are best sealed using weather-stripping or caulking. Doors should be replaced if they don’t seal properly. Make sure to check the foot of the door and install a draft stopper if there isn’t one. You should also have a heating professional check your heating system annually, making sure it’s energy-efficient and meets all safety standards.
(StatePoint) There’s nothing worse than being in a drafty house during the cooler months of the year. In addition to the continuous discomfort, drafts can lead to unnecessarily high heating bills. “American homeowners know that as the weather gets cooler, it’s time to prepare their homes for the season,” says Robert Dischner, marketing
Highland Forest. Well built home with so many updates you would think it is brand new. MLS# 478074 $199,000
• Clean out your chimney. Annual cleanings reduce the risk of fires and carbon monoxide poisonings due to creosote buildup or obstructions in the chimneys. They also let your fireplace burn more efficiently.
Downtown Brevard. Fantastic location, completely updated. Country setting. MLS#506466 $169,000.
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Whitmire Rd. Country living just minutes from Brevard. Completely updated with garden area and views! $159,900
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So, it turns out, you can stay warm, save money, and be good to the planet all at the same time!
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Timber-framed retreat and green-built cottage bordering National Forest. Private! MLS#446237 $595,000
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Cherrywood Lane. Well built home with many custom features and beautiful landscaping on 5 acres. $299,500
Probart St. Great location near music center. Garden area, oak floors, updated kitchen. MLS# 489048 $119,000
Straus Park Condo. 2BR/2BA Upgrades-hardwood flooring, solid surface countertop. MLS#463770 $279,000
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Downtown Brevard. Located at the end of Maple St. Great in town location. Loads of character! $159,000
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House on 2.3 acres. This home has it all! Garden, view, stream, West Fork River. MLS#462235 $184,900
“By preparing your home, you can keep more heat inside, and less energy is lost through the chimney, doors and other openings, keeping overall environmental emissions to a minimum,” says Dischner.
Mills River. Gentleman's farm completely updated with extra lot. MLS# 505280 $339,000
Downtown Brevard Duckworth Ave. 2 houses $59,000 and $69,900 call for details.
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• Check emergency supplies. Buy rock salt or sand before it sells out at your local hardware store. Make sure you change the batteries in any and all carbon monoxide and smoke detectors at least once a year. And stock your pantry with dry goods and other sundries, in case you’re forced to spend a day or two indoors because of inclement weather.
Little River-Dupont. Private mountain getaway only minutes from Dupont National forest. MLS# 473802 $229,000
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Little River Farmhouse with great views! Garden spot, level yard, totally updated! MLS#461298 $179,900
• Green your fireplace. If you have an existing masonry or metal fireplace, gas-burning fireplace inserts offer high efficiency levels that can help heat homes in a more cost-effective manner, offering convenient and clean-burning performance that reduces harmful pollution. For example, Lennox Hearth’s Shoreline fireplace insert fits into almost any traditional fireplace opening and instantly transforms it into a warm and entertaining centerpiece. More information is available at www.lennoxhearthproducts.com.
Private getaway minutes from town, custom wood works throughout this charming cabin. MLS#490451 $199,000
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Guest House and Cottage in downtown on Park Ave. Loads of character! MLS#486347 $399,000
Morningside Drive. Well built home in downtown Brevard. Estate sale. MLS#505283 $189,000
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Downtown Brevard - Laurel Lane. Ideal location with many updates and lots of character. MLS# 487317 $219,000
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Downtown Brevard. Ashworth Ave. Beautiful home with quality finishes. Home theather, chef’s kitchen, 3 car garage. $695,000