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Solar Tubes vs. Skylights: Solar Tubes Win for Low Cost Daylight Detect Termites and Other Wood Destroying Insects The Link Between Clutter and Depression The 16 Incredibly Useful Rules Every Organized House Follows 10 Things a Burglar Doesn’t Want You to Know 4 Things to Do in February to Avoid a Yucky Spring

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Solar Tubes vs. Skylights: Solar Tubes Win for Low-Cost Daylighting By installing solar tubes, you’ll get the natural light that skylights provide — but with less cost and less hassle.

If you’ve been thinking of adding more daylight to a kitchen or dark hallway, a solar tube may be the way to go.

At a fraction of the cost of a skylight, a solar tube provides plenty of warm, indirect light.

HOW IT WORKS Known variously as a sun tube, sun tunnel, light tube, or tubular skylight, a solar tube is a 10- or 14-inch-diameter sheet-metal tube with a polished interior. The interior acts like a continuous mirror, channeling light along its entire length while preserving the light’s intensity. It captures daylight at the roof and delivers it inside your home.

On your roof, a solar tube is capped by a weather-proof plastic globe. The tube ends in a porthole-like diffuser in the ceiling of a room below.

The globe gathers light from outside; the diffuser spreads the light in a pure white glow. The effect is dramatic: New installations often have homeowners reaching for the light switch as they leave a room.

COST A light tube costs about $500 to $1,000 when professionally installed, compared with more than $2,000 for a skylight. If you’re reasonably handy and comfortable working on a roof, install a light tube yourself using a kit that costs about $200 to $400. Unlike a skylight, a light tube doesn’t require new drywall, paint, and alterations to framing members.

HOW MUCH LIGHT? A 10-inch tube, the smallest option, is the equivalent of three 100-watt bulbs, enough to illuminate up to 200 square feet of floor area; 14inch tubes can brighten as much as 300 square feet.

Popular locations for a light tube include any areas where constant indirect light is handy: • Hallways • Stairways • Walk-in closets • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Laundry rooms The only place you don’t want a light tube is above a TV or computer screen where it might create uncomfortable glare.

BRINGING A LIGHT TUBE THROUGH MULTIPLE LEVELS Channeling light down to the first floor of a two-story house is feasible if you have a closet or mechanical chase through which you can run the tube. The job can quickly become more complicated if there’s flooring to cut through, or if you encounter wiring, plumbing, and HVAC ducts.

IS YOUR HOUSE RIGHT

FOR A

LIGHT TUBE?

Because installation requires no framing alteration, there are few limitations to where you can locate a light tube. Check the attic space above to see if there is room for a straight run. If you find an obstruction, elbows or flexible tubing may get around it. It’s relatively easy to install a light tube in a vaulted ceiling because only a foot or so of tubing is required.

Make these evaluations in advance: Roof slope: Most light tube kits include flashing that can be installed on roofs with slopes between 15 degrees (a 3-in-12 pitch) and 60 degrees (a 20-in-12 pitch).

Roofing material: Kits are designed with asphalt shingles in mind, but also work with wood shingles or shakes. Flashing adapters for metal or tile roofs are available.

Roof framing spacing: Standard rafters are spaced 16 inches on-center; gap enough for 10- or 14-inch tubes. If your home has rafters positioned 24 inches on-center, you can special order a 21-inch tube for light coverage up to 600 square feet.

Location: A globe mounted on a southwest roof gives the best results. Choose a spot requiring a run of tubing that’s 14 feet or less. A globe positioned directly above your target room can convey as much as 98% of exterior light. A tube that twists and turns minimally reduces the light.

Weather: If you live in a locale with high humidity, condensation on the interior of the tube can be a problem. Wrapping the tube with R-15 or R-19 insulation greatly cuts condensation. Some manufacturers offer sections of tubing with small fans built in to remove moist air. If you live in a hurricane-prone area, opt for an extra-hardy polycarbonate dome.

DAVE TOHT has written or edited over 60 books on home repair and remodeling for The Home Depot, Lowe’s, Better Homes & Gardens, Sunset, and Reader’s Digest. He’s a former contractor with decades of hands-on experience.

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DETECT TERMITES AND OTHER WOOD-DESTROYING INSECTS EARLY DETECTION CAN PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM DAMAGE BY WOOD-DESTROYING INSECTS.

One of the biggest threats to your house comes in the form of tiny pests that silently and invisibly consume or live in wood — from the sills of your foundation to the rafters of your roof. Known by exterminators as WDIs, wood-destroying insects cause more than $1 billion a year in property damage in the United States, according to Orkin, a nationwide pest-control company.

“It’s not unheard of to see a home with termite damage in the tens of thousands of dollars,” says Greg Bauman, senior scientist with the National Pest Management Association. “I’ve personally seen a home with $1 million in repair costs. It probably would have been better to bulldoze the house.”

That may be an extreme case, but it demonstrates that what you can’t see can hurt you. WDIs can be hard to detect with the naked eye unless you know what to look for.

Depending on moisture levels, climate, and location of a colony (they’re more active in warm, moist conditions), it could take three to eight years before the signs of an infestation — serious damage to your house — are apparent.

“If you don’t catch them early, you’re setting yourself up to spend a lot more on both treatment and repairs than you otherwise would,” says Ron Harrison, technical director at Orkin.

Here are a few tips for how to spot wood-destroying pests.

TERMITES Habitat: The most common type, subterranean termites, cause 95% of all termite damage in North America. Found in every state except Alaska, termites are most prevalent in the South; the so-called termite belt stretches across the Southeast from Virginia to Texas.

Clues: You can suss out an infestation by poking wood with a screwdriver; if the tip goes in easily or you hear a hollow sound when you tap the wood with the handle, you might have a problem.

Be on the lookout for a thin gritty gray-brown film on the surface of damaged material. And look for narrow mud tubes on both the interior and exterior of your walls and foundation. Termites travel though these tubes between their colony below the ground and their dinner above—your house.

The one time they come out in the open is when they swarm. Swarms consist of flying “reproductives” that leave the colony, mainly in spring, to mate and start new colonies. You may not spot the swarm itself because the love bugs shed their wings and head underground within a few hours.

Instead, look for discarded wings that resemble fish scales. Swarms can emerge indoors or outdoors. Evidence of an indoor swarm, such as discarded wings or the corpses of termites that couldn’t find a way out, is a sure sign your home is infested.

Most likely to damage: “Almost anything that contains cellulose, the main component of wood, including wood paneling, paper products, cardboard boxes, art canvases, the paper covering of sheet rock, carpeting,” according to the North Carolina Cooperative Extension.

CARPENTER ANTS Habitat: Carpenter ants bore into damp and decayed wood to make nests. Most common in northern states, these pests forage through your home, mostly at night, looking for water and food. They’ll eat just about anything people do and are especially fond of sweets, fat, and protein.

Clues: Look for swarmers in the spring and for piles of frass—a mixture of wood shavings and fecal matter. Rustling sounds may indicate a nest.

Most likely to damage: “Tunneling may cause serious structural damage if it occurs in key timbers,” according to the Maryland Cooperative Extension. “The existence of a carpenter ant colony inside a structure is usually most important as a sign that there is or has been a water problem.”

CARPENTER BEES Habitat: Common in all regions, carpenter bees burrow into wood—preferably unfinished—to make nests. They drill almost perfectly round entry holes about 1 to 2 inches in diameter that lead to tunnels where they lay their eggs.

Clues: Look for them hovering near eaves, decks, and siding.

Most likely to damage: Carpenter bees are less likely to cause serious structural damage than termites or carpenter ants. However, their entry holes can allow moisture to enter the wood.

POWDERPOST BEETLES Habitat: These wood-boring beetles lay their eggs in cracks, crevices, and wood pores. The hatching larvae then feed on the wood. Present in all regions.

Clues: Look for powdery deposits of frass and pinhead-size holes made by adult beetles exiting the wood. The peak time for beetles to emerge is May through August.

Most likely to damage:Anobiid powderpost beetles attack softwood species such as spruce, pine, and fir that are commonly used to make floor joists, wall studs, and other structural lumber, according to the North Carolina Cooperative Extension.

Lyctid powderpost beetles attack only hardwoods, such as oak, ash, hickory, and maple used in furniture, cabinets, wooden floors, and some interior moldings/trim.

CALL IN A PEST INSPECTOR No matter how vigilant you are, consider scheduling a professional inspection at least every few years, says David Tamny, owner of Professional Pest Inspection in Columbus, Ohio, and president of the American Society of Home Inspectors. “Professionals bring a skill set that enable them to spot things a lay person could miss,” Tamny says.

Many pest control companies will perform a free inspection for WDIs and for conditions conducive to infestations, such as moisture. Keep in mind, though, that pest control companies hope the inspection leads to the purchase of treatment services. Hiring someone who performs only inspections eliminates that potential conflict of interest, Tamny says.

Inspection Cost A WDI inspection will likely cost between $100 to $200, depending on the size of the home. Expect the inspector to pull on coveralls and spend about an hour probing your home from the attic to the crawl space for visible signs of infestation and damage.

For around $100 to $400 a year, some pest control companies will perform annual WDI inspections that come with warranties. If the inspection reveals WDIs and/or damage, the company will eradicate the infestation and make any necessary repairs at no extra charge.

One possible catch: You may be required to sign up for a round of preventive treatment at a one-time cost of $1,000 to $5,000.

BRAD BROBERG is a freelance writer from Federal Way, Wash. He writes about business, health care, and real estate for REALTOR Magazine, the Puget Sound Business Journal, and Seattle Children’s Hospital. He’s lived in the same home for 22 years.

The Link Between Clutter and Depression It’s been proven. Clutter is a bummer — literally.

Dishes in the sink, toys throughout the house, stuff covering every flat surface; this clutter not only makes our homes look bad, it makes us feel bad, too.

At least that’s what researchers at UCLA’s Center on Everyday Lives and Families (CELF) discovered when they explored in real time the relationship between 32 California families and the objects in their homes. The resulting book, “Life at Home in The Twenty-First Century,” is a rare look at how middle-class Americans use the space in their homes and interact with the things they accumulate over a lifetime.

Our over-worked closets are overflowing with things we rarely touch.

It turns out that clutter has a profound affect on our mood and self-esteem. CELF’s anthropologists, social scientists, and archaeologists found: • A link between high cortisol (stress hormone) levels in female home owners and a high density of household objects.The more stuff, the more stress women feel. Men, on the other hand, don’t seem bothered by mess, which accounts for tensions between tidy wives and their clutter bug hubbies.

• Women associate a tidy home with a happy and successful family. The more dishes that pile up in the sink, the more anxious women feel.

• Even families that want to reduce clutter often are emotionally paralyzed when it comes to sorting and pitching objects. They either can’t break sentimental attachments to objects or believe their things have hidden monetary value.

• Although U.S. consumers bear only 3% of the world’s children, we buy 40% of the world’s toys.And these toys live in every room, fighting for display space with kids’ trophies, artwork, and snapshots of their last soccer game.

Although “Life At Home” documents the clutter problem, the book offers no solutions. But there are some simple things you can do to de-clutter your home and raise your spirits.

ADOPT

THE

RULE

OF

FIVE

Every time you get up from your desk or walk through a room, put away five things. Or, each hour, devote five minutes to de-cluttering. At the end of the day, you’ve cleaned for an hour.

BE RUTHLESS ABOUT YOUR KITCHEN SINK Pledge to clear and clean your kitchen sink every day. It takes a couple of seconds more to place a dish in the dishwasher than dump it in the sink. A clean sink will instantly raise your spirits and decrease your anxiety.

PUT PHOTOS AWAY Return to yesteryear when only photos of ancestors or weddings earned a place. Put snapshots in a family album, which will immediately de-clutter many flat surfaces.

UNBURDEN YOUR REFRIGERATOR DOOR Researchers found a correlation between the number of items stuck to the fridge door and the amount of clutter throughout the house. Toss extra magnets, file restaurant menus, and place calendars in less conspicuous places.

TEST WHETHER YOU'LL MISS IT Fill a box with items you don’t love or use. Seal the box and place it in a closet. If you haven’t opened the box in a year, donate it (unopened!) to charity.

LISA KAPLAN GORDON is an award-winning, Pulitzer Prize-nominated writer who contributes to real estate and home improvement sites. In her spare time (yeah, right!), she gardens, manages three dogs, and plots to get her 21-year-old out of her basement.

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The 16 Incredibly Useful Rules Every Organized House Follows

Homes don’t clean themselves. But these easy-peasy rules (wake and make!) will make you feel like they do.

Here’s the thing you may have noticed about houses: They don’t clean themselves.

Which is unfortunate, because if houses cleaned themselves you could spend less time cleaning yours, and more time doing something more fun, like watching “The Golden Girls,” because dang, that’s actually a great show.

A few simple daily habits could make it seem like you’ve got a self-cleaning house.

Rules like … #1 DEDICATE 20 MINUTES A DAY EVERY DAY You don’t need to set aside 20 hours one day to get things in order. You only need 20 minutes every day.

Focus on tackling clutter in just one room. You might only pare down a single drawer or shelf, but “it will make you feel accomplished at the end of the day, and at the end of a week, you will see how much you can declutter,” says professional organizer Helena Alkhas. #2 FOLLOW A "ONE-MINUTE" RULE Small tasks add up quickly when you’re saving them to do all at once. So if it takes less than a minute to complete, do it immediately.

Put that cup in the dishwasher rather than the sink.

Break down that Amazon box for recycling right after you unbox your goodie.

(Hot tip: Want a reminder of how much you can get done in a minute? Next time your coffee goes cold, pop it in the microwave for a minute, and just stand there. For the whole minute. It’s kind of a long time.) #3 START A LOAD

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If you have a full load in the hamper, toss it in while you’re getting ready for work. By the time you leave, it will be ready for the dryer.

When you get home, you’ll already feel ahead of schedule with just a little fluffing and folding to do. Just make sure you’ve properly maintained your dryer to reduce the risk of a fire. #4 ALWAYS LEAVE A ROOM WITH SOMETHING

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Whatever room you’re in, chances are there’s a toy, cup, blanket or T-shirt that needs to be delivered back to another room.

Oh hey, conveniently, you’re always walking into other rooms. Why not pickup a hitchhiker or two?

Every time you leave a room, take a quick scan for anything that belongs where you’re going, and you’ll start habitually keeping clutter under control. #5 DEAL WITH YOUR MAIL EVERY TIME YOU BRING IT IN With so much of your important mail going straight to your inbox, sometimes you’ve got days of fliers and junk mail to wade through every time you make it to the USPS mailbox.

To banish paper clutter from your home — and make sure you catch anything actually worth reading — immediately sort through your mail, recycling the nonsense and putting the keepers in an assigned spot. #6 SCAN AND TRASH WEEKLY You don’t really have to choose between forgetting what time the reception starts and stumbling over your cousin’s wedding invite for three months.

Thanks to this fancy technology stuff, you can clear out all receipts, invitations, insurance documents, and other important paperwork.

Take a few minutes every weekend to scan and save everything, then toss it all it the recycling. With smartphone apps like Genius Scan, you always have the tools in the palm of your hand.

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#7 TIDY UP DURING DOWNTIME In the five minutes it takes to nuke your lunch, you can unload and possibly reload the dishwasher, or wipe off the countertops and appliances. You’ll be surprised how much order you can restore to your home during these normally wasted waiting-on-something moments. #8 MAKE YOUR BED AS SOON AS YOU GET UP There’s a reason the Marines start the day with this simple task — also known as “wake and make.”

According to retired Admiral William H. McRaven, author of “Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life … and Maybe the World,” “It will give you a small sense of pride, and it will encourage you to do another task and another and another. By the end of the day, that one task completed will have turned into many tasks completed.” #9 DO CHORES

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Whether you’re cleaning on a Saturday or Wednesday, your mind (and body) will move more quickly from vacuuming to mopping to dusting if you check chores off in the same order — making it easier to keep your home tidy and clean.

Headphones and a throwback playlist are a recommended, but not required, part of the routine. #10 SPOT-CLEAN BATHROOMS NIGHTLY Just as clutter attracts clutter, bathroom funk quickly multiplies.

Stock every bathroom with Lysol wipes and you can quickly and easily clean the countertop and toilet when you brush your teeth or help the kids get ready for bed, Alkhas says.

While wiping, you’ll naturally put away the floss, hair ties, and other clutter in your path. #11 STOP DIRT AND CLUTTER AT

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Establish a house rule that shoes, bags, jackets, and “pocket items” — your keys, sunglasses, wallet, and phone — are stowed in a drop zone at the door.

Make this easy to enforce by assigning one hook and open shelf for every member of the family — double that for those with lots of extracurriculars, Alkhas says. #12 CLEAN OUT

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The night before your garbage day, “wipe off the shelves and clean out anything that has no chance of being eaten,” Alkhas says. You’ll get a clearer view of your food options and open up space for ingredients needed in the coming week. #13 EMPTY THE DISHWASHER EVERY MORNING The conquest of a homemade dinner (OK, a “home-prepared” dinner, most days) feels short-lived when you’re left with a mountain of dishes and no place to put them.

Take a couple minutes every morning to empty the dishwasher and you’ll stay ahead of the game. #14 CONDUCT A NIGHTLY TIDY-UP Every night, take a laundry basket on a tour of your house and pick up anything that’s out of place. “You don’t have to put it away now. If you want, plan to do it on Saturday and it won’t take much time at all,” Alkhas says.

If there are more than two people in your household, separate the day’s clutter into assigned baskets for each family member to put away daily or weekly.

With this routine, Alkas adds, “you’ll wake up to a living room that’s decluttered and a kitchen that is tidy, and you can start your day fresh.” #15 FOLLOW A CLEAN-OUT SCHEDULE

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Just because it’s hidden behind a cupboard door doesn’t mean it’s exempt from clutter status.

Establish a schedule, perhaps every month, to rid a specific storage space of its dead weight — like expired food in the pantry, excess gadgets in a kitchen drawer, or the cupboard holding the gazillion ragged dishtowels you’ve had since your tiny college studio apartment. (It’s time to let those go.) #16 KEEP EVERYONE INVOLVED When one person leaves a dish in the sink, it paves a slippery slope for others to follow suit.

So have a “The Brady Bunch”-style family meeting to make sure everyone understands their responsibilities and chores for maintaining order in the home. Serve brownies. They’ll show up.

AMY HOWELL HIRThas written about home design for 13 years. Her work has been published by outlets including “The Home Depot,” “USA Today,” and Yahoo! Homes. She previously served as home and garden writer and columnist for “The Cincinnati Enquirer.”

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Homeownership should be about enjoying your home — not being a slave to it. The trick is to choose materials and products that make maintaining your home a snap.

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Here are eight projects that’ll give your home a gorgeous makeover — and give you your weekends back.

A metal roof does cost about two to three times more than asphalt shingles. But that doesn’t account for the benefits you reap by not having to repair or replace as often. Here’s to your many maintenance-free weekends.

#1 SWAP OUT YOUR SIDING WITH FIBER-CEMENT Fiber-cement siding is the curb appeal champ that seems to never age the way wood does. It comes in a variety of shapes and forms: horizontal lap boards, shingles, and vertical board-and-batt style.

Simulated wood graining is nearly indistinguishable from the real thing at about half the cost.

Why it’s low-maintenance: Tough, long-lasting fiber-cement siding is dimensionally stable when the weather changes, which puts less stress on paint finishes, helping preserve those good looks for years (and letting you enjoy a big reduction in upkeep). It’s also rot-, fire-, and insect-proof. Warranties range from 30 to 50 years.

Newer versions feature durable, baked-on paint finishes guaranteed to last 15 years. That means less repainting and touch-up work than wood siding, reducing the time and money you’d spend on routine maintenance. And unlike vinyl siding, fiber-cement takes paint well if you should decided to change colors.

• For Galvalume undercoating: Thickness level of AZ-50 or

Life-expectancy: 50+ years Maintenance cycle: Repair or repaint every 50 years.

Cost: $3.50 to $11 per square foot, installed.

FYI: Most metal roofing is made with steel, but homeowners in coastal areas should choose aluminum products to protect against rust.

Steel and aluminum are recyclable.

The next-best thing: Concrete tile just sounds tough, doesn’t it?

Bingo — it’s resistant to wind, hail, water, fire, and pests, and often comes with a lifetime warranty against defects and performance failure. Concrete tiles often outlast the building they cover.

Life expectancy: 50+ years; 15 years on pre-painted and finished siding

Caveat: It’s heavy; you’ll need your roof structure evaluated by a building engineer to make sure it can support the added weight.

Retrofitting a roof to carry concrete tile can add $1,000 to $10,000 to the cost of installation.

Maintenance cycle: Repaint every 15+ years.

Cost: $4.50 to $10.50 per square foot, installed.

Cost: $5 to $11 per square foot, installed.

#3 GET HANDSOME EASY-CARE FLOORS WITH LAMINATE

The next-best thing: Vinyl siding is low-cost (about 20% to 40% cheaper than fiber-cement), never needs painting, and is rot- and insect-proof. It’s also lightweight and easy to install, which helps keep installation costs low. It has an expected lifespan of about 35 years.

Laminate plank flooring gets the nod here for its ease of installation (it’s a good DIY project), relatively modest cost, and easy-peasy maintenance. We like that it can mimic natural stone and exotic hardwoods like koa and rosewood for a fraction of the cost.

However, it isn’t fireproof, nor does it take paint well, which means you’re limited to the colors offered by the manufacturers.

Why it’s low-maintenance: Laminate flooring has a tough, clear plastic wear layer that resists scratches, moisture, and stains; it never needs refinishing during the life of the product. Some are reinforced with aluminum oxide, one of the hardest compounds known. Laminates also are dimensionally stable, so seams won’t open up during changes in temperature and humidity.

#2 SWITCH TO METAL FOR A "FOREVER" ROOF Metal roofing is one of the toughest, most maintenance-free roofing materials made. In addition to the traditional standing seam panels — the ones with ridges running from the peak to the eave — today’s metal roofing includes products that mimic slate, clay tiles, and wood shakes.

Metal roofing also is extremely fire-resistant — in a fire-prone area, having a metal roof may qualify you for a discount on homeowners insurance.

Why it’s low-maintenance: Most metal roofing comes with a 40- to 50-year warranty, and the replacement cycle is almost three times longer than that of three-tab asphalt shingles.

Look for baked-on enamel finishes with rust-proof undercoating that are warranted for the life of the product. The finish won’t crack or shed like asphalt, meaning you won’t be scooping those little granules out of the gutter every spring and fall.

So you know: There are two types of rust-proof undercoating. For reliable protection from rust, The Metal Roofing Alliance recommends: • For galvanized zinc undercoating: A galvanizing thickness

Depending on the thickness and composition of the plastic coating, warranties range from 15 to 50 years. Some manufacturers offer lifetime warranties against staining, fading, and wear.

Life-expectancy: 25+ years Maintenance cycle: Sweep or vacuum as needed; use water sparingly when cleaning.

Cost: $1 to $7 per square foot; add $2 to $5 per square foot for professional installation. #4 CHOOSE QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS — THEY'LL NEVER STAIN Almost 80% of designers responding to a recent survey from the National Kitchen and Bath Association said quartz countertops are their top choice. In addition to being long-lasting, quartz counters come in many colors and unique patterns to go with any motif. It’s composed of about 95% quartz particles with resin binders (quartz is one of the hardest naturally occurring substances).

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fastening methods do away with some of the tackier connectors painfully visible on older systems.

Why it’s low-maintenance: Quartz is tough, durable, antimicrobial, and scratch-resistant. It’s almost impossible to stain, and it cleans up easily. It’s completely non-porous and never needs sealing. A 10- to 15-year warranty is standard; some manufacturers offer a lifetime guarantee.

Why it’s low-maintenance: PVC-capped aluminum railing systems are the best of both worlds — a rust-proof metal core and metal fasteners, all covered with weatherproof PVC. Factory colors are limited, but repainting and touch-up are banished.

Life-expectancy: 30+ years Maintenance cycle: Occasional cleaning with mild soap and water.

Cost: $40 to $100 per square foot.

FYI: Quartz is an abundant natural resource. And old quartz countertops can be crushed and reused in new counters

Composites are good at looking like expensive woods, and they’ll never need staining or painting. Most systems are combos, with a composite sleeve that slides over a strong, pressure-treated wood post and pre-painted aluminum or composite balusters.

Warranties range from 15 to 25 years.

Life-expectancy: 50+ years

#5 REPLACE WOOD WINDOWS WITH FIBERGLASS (NO MORE WARPS)

Maintenance cycle: Clean with mild soap and water as needed.

Fiberglass is moisture- and rot-resistant, and won’t warp like wood.

They provide good thermal insulating properties. Plus they come prefinished and look like real wood, or are painted in factory-applied finishes. And they’re cheaper than quality wood windows.

Cost: $15 to $60 per linear foot, depending on style and complexity.

Why it’s low-maintenance: Fiberglass is dimensionally stable so it doesn’t warp even under extreme temperatures. Seams are bonded together and won’t separate or have gaps, so repairs are virtually non-existent. That means the window will operate reliably for years.

A weather-sensing, water-conserving irrigation system waters your lawn and landscape plants without your input. It gathers local weather data and automatically adjusts output to provide the right amount of moisture for your landscape’s growing needs.

Fiberglass holds paint well — a good option if you’re looking to apply your own custom color. The fact that fiberglass doesn’t warp or shrink means paint finishes are long-lasting and touch-up work is rare.

Warranties range from 10 to 20 years, which includes the glass and glass seals.

FYI: The Department of Energy says that windows with an Energy Star label can help lower home energy costs by 7% to 15%.

Life-expectancy: 40+ years Maintenance cycle: Clean as needed with water and mild detergent; repaint every 10 to 15 years.

Cost: $400 to $730 for a 3-foot-by-5-foot double-hung window, depending on options such as argon gas insulation and low-E coatings. #6 OPT FOR COMPOSITE MATERIALS TO NEVER SEAL A DECK AGAIN

#8 ADD AN IRRIGATION SYSTEM THAT KNOWS WHEN TO WATER (AND WHEN NOT TO)

If you take off on vacation, an automated system continues checking weather conditions and applying the proper amount of water to your trees, shrubs, and lawn.

Some automated irrigation controllers meet EPA guidelines; the EPA estimates that switching a clock-operated system to a weather-sensing, WaterSense-certified system saves the average homeowner 8,800 gallons of water each year. That’s good for the environment, and money in your pocket.

You’ll save on sleep, too. Program your system so that, while you snooze, sprinkler heads run during the wee morning hours, when temps are cool, evaporation is minimal, and water usage is optimized.

Why it’s low-maintenance: Although the system itself needs periodic upkeep, such as draining the lines in winter and occasionally fixing or replacing sprinkler heads, you’ll more than recoup your time by not having to water your plants yourself, dragging out hoses and setting sprinklers by hand.

Not so many years ago, composite decking looked about as natural as a used tire. No longer — today’s varieties do an excellent job of mimicking the color and grain patterns of real wood such as redwood, cedar, and even exotic woods like Brazilian walnut and teak.

Warranties include one year for parts, and up to 10 years for some wireless sensors.

Why it’s low-maintenance: Composite decking won’t chip, splinter, or fade. There’s none of the periodic application of deck cleaner or the refinishing required of wood decks. (On occasion, you’ll want to hose off dirt.) Composites won’t rot and are impervious to insect attack. Types with antimicrobial coatings won’t harbor mold and mildew.

A 20- to 25-year warranty is typical.

Maintenance cycle: Annual draining of irrigation lines; occasional replacement of sprinkler heads.

Life-expectancy: 25 years Maintenance cycle: Scrub with soap and water every two to three years.

Cost: $25 to $70 per square foot, installed.

FYI: A lot of recycled materials go into composite decking, including plastic bags, sawdust, and plastic milk jugs. #7 TAKE ANOTHER LOOK AT PVC FOR PORCH AND DECK RAILINGS Like a lot of imitation items made for outdoors, PVC railing systems for decks and porches have come a long way since the obviously fake systems of not so long ago. More companies have come into the marketplace with PVC aluminum, composite, and fiberglass products that do a good job of looking like well-crafted wood railings and balusters. Hidden

Life-expectancy: 50+ years for pipes; five to 25 years for sprinkler heads and valves.

Cost: $2,500 to $6,900 for a sprinkler system covering 5,000 square feet; DIY kits for similar size run $1,400 to $1,800.

FYI: If a summer heat wave puts your community under water restrictions, you can program an automated system to comply.

JOHN RIHA has written seven books on home improvement and hundreds of articles on home-related topics. He’s been a residential builder, the editorial director of the Black & Decker Home Improvement Library, and the executive editor of Better Homes and Gardens magazine. Follow John on Google+.

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garage • Fireplace

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$51,900 201755067 “Aqua Retreat” 5789 N Westshore Dr., Morgantown • Affordable Lake Living • Large Patio • Quick access to

Nashville or Morgantown • 1.24 acres 100+ Ft Water Frontage

$47,500

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Welcome to “Winding Brook” 115 Elm St, Heltonville • Oversized garage • Living room with fireplace

• Deck for above ground pool • 2 acres with stream

$34,900

201802017

“Goosepond Ranch” 647 SW 2nd St, Linton • Open floor plan • Large rooms

• Close to Goosepond • Renovation ready

CA$H PROPERTY STEALS! 1810 J St. Bedford $29,900 #201754207

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202 S. Park, Jasonville $21,500 #201751852 110 First Street, Gosport $19,900 #201802911

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$69,900 201746806 “Rolling Acres” 7737 State Road 135, Columbus • Fireplace • Full basement • Room for Animals

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Historical Beauty! $499,900 MLS#201802134

New listing! 80 Acres $399,000 MLS#201805245

600 E. MAXWELL LANE

2218 E. CAPE COD DRIVE

New Price! Close to Campus! $289,000 MLS#201801728

Eastside Condo - Great Location $289,000 MLS#201800422

4798 N. HITE ROAD

3390 HILLSIDE COURT

New Price! $259,900 MLS#201803233

Beautiful Private Lot $220,000 MLS#201802687

3625 E. OLD MEYERS ROAD

330 S. WILMINGTON COURT

New listing! 3 Acres $139,900 MLS#201805243

Eastside Condo – Completely Remodeled! $110,000 MLS#201802658

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Serving Buyers and Sellers in Bloomington, Ellettsville and the Surrounding Areas since 1970

Dan Rarey Real Estate

EXPERIENCE ß KNOWLEDGE ß RESULTS

5169 W. McNeely Street

8350 E. Baby Creek Road New Price!

201750154 $499,900

Beautiful custom home on 14+ acre estate setting. 4 bed‐ rooms, 3 1/2 baths, full finished basement.

2‐story entry, front study/den, huge great room encom‐ passes fully equipped custom kitchen (solid surface tops, breakfast bar/island), dining area, living room. Large bed‐ rooms including master suite with custom bath that includes walk in shower and claw foot tub, walk in closet.

Lower level has huge (45x15) family room, exercise room, full bath, storage. There is also a main level mud room com‐ ing in from the 30'x22' garage, large laundry, 1/2 bath. 14 + acres are partially openproperty with some woods, gar‐ den shed, large barn converted to workshop. Two high effi‐ ciency Geothermal heating & cooling systems. This home has been well cared for and is in move in condition.

Conveniently situated between Ellettsville and Bloomington in a private 3 lot setting.

4111 S. Gran Haven Dr.

• 4 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths • Situated on nearly 2 acres • Huge fully equipped kitchen • Many improvements & upgrades

201802772 $325,000

201751106 $399,900 Open ranch over walkout basement on 25 acres. Nature Lovers

Paradise adjacent to State Forest. This renovated and updated Eastside home is very upscale and ready to move into. Very open floor plan features great room with living, dining and fully equipped kitchen combined. Three bedrooms and three full baths including large master suite that features enormous walk‐ in closet and luxury bath. Lower level walkout has huge family room with wet bar, fireplace, built in bookcases and cabinets. Hardwood and ceramic flooring throughout. Loads of decking and patio space overlooks gorgeous countryside. Huge heated pole barn can serve a multitude of uses, hobbies, etc.

Open attached lean to has 3 stalls plus hay storage and run in.

Fenced & cross fenced with high quality fencing, this is a super property for horse lovers, hobby farmers, nature lovers, hunters etc. Hiking trails right outside your door. Situated at the corner of Brummetts Creek Road and Baby Creek Road for easy access just minutes from Bloomington's East Side.

501 S. Turtleback Creek Rd.

• 4 bedrooms, 3 baths • Many upgrades & replacements • Covered rear deck with hot tub • 2 car attached garage

201803299 $199,900

6565 W. Woodland Road

• 3 bedrooms, 1 ½ baths • Over 2,500 square feet • Greatly updated and renovated • Large screen porch

201801224 $199,900

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10 Things a Burglar Doesn’t Want You to Know

Successful burglars have lots in common — home owners who unwittingly give invitations to robbery. Here’s how thieves thank you for your generosity.

You come home to an open front door, a ransacked house, and missing valuables. How did a burglar know you’d be gone? How did they get in?

In these 10 thank-you notes, your friendly neighborhood burglars share advice on how to stop lending them a helping hand.

1. THANKS

FOR THE

LADDER!

Call me a social climber if you will, but I did discover a ladder in your back yard. Thank you for leaving it where I could lean it against your home and easily reach a second-story window. I really love it when upper story openings aren’t wired to a home security system!

So, if you want to keep me out, store your ladder in the basement or a locked garage. And call your security company to wire upper-story windows into your alarm system.

Vertically yours, A rising star 2. LOVED YOUR TRASH Can’t tell you how much fun I have driving around neighborhoods on trash day (especially after big gift holidays) when the empty boxes on the curb reveal what wonderful new toys you have. Your thoughtfulness made it possible for me to land a new laptop and a flat-screen television in one easy trip to your home!

Next time, break down the boxes and conceal them in the recycling or trash bins.

Happy shopping!

Curbside Cruiser 3. DEAR CAN’T-GET-AROUND-TO-IT Recently, I noticed you hadn’t trimmed trees and shrubs around your home, so I knew I’d have a wonderful place to hide while I worked to break into your home. I really can’t thank you enough for all the great new things I grabbed.

Next time, trim back bushes and trees near windows and doors. Make sure entry points to your home are easily visible from the street — I much prefer to work in private! While you’re at it, install motion-sensor lighting. I’m scared of bright lights!

Cordially, The Tree Lover 4. SU CASA ES MI CASA! I was sincerely relieved to find your back door was a plain wood-panel door. I had no trouble kicking it in (my knees appreciate how easy that was!) Imagine how silly I felt when I discovered that your windows weren’t locked anyway.

You may want to take a cue from your neighbor and install steel-wrapped exterior doors with deadbolts on all your entries. And be sure your windows are locked when you’re away.

All the best, Buster Door 5. BAD REFLECTION

ON

YOU

You’d be surprised how many home owners position a mirror in their entry hall so I can see from a window if the alarm system is armed.

(Yours wasn’t, but I’m guessing you know that by now!) Thanks for taking a lot of pressure off of me.

A little free advice: Relocate the mirror so your alarm system isn’t visible if someone else would peer through a window.

Fondly, Mr. Peeper 6. THE TELLTALE GRASS Wow, isn’t it amazing how fast the grass grows these days? I swung by now and then and noticed your lawn was uncut, newspapers were piling up on the front steps, and your shades were always closed. To me, that’s an open invitation.

Next time, hire someone you trust to mow regularly, pick up around the doorstep, open and close various window shades, and turn different lights on and off (or put a few on timers). One more thing: Lock any car you leave in the driveway, or I can use your garage door opener to get in quickly.

Best, Your Trip Advisor

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7. GETTING CARRIED AWAY Many thanks for putting your valuables into an easy-to-carry safe that I could carry right out your back door. (Nice jewelry, and thank you for the cash!)

You may want to invest in a wall safe, which I rarely attempt to open. Or, rent a lock box at your bank.

With appreciation, Mr. Safe and Not-So-Sound 8. Dear BFF Thanks for alerting a professional acquaintance of mine via your social network that you were away for the week in Puerto Vallarta, having the time of your life. Me? I enjoyed a very relaxing visit to your home with no pressure of being caught.

If only you had known that posting comments and photos of your trip on social networks is fine — but do that after you return so you won’t broadcast your absence!

Sincerely, Cyber Savvy 9. TAG, YOU’RE IT! Where are you? When you use popular geo-tracking apps, such as FourSquare and Glympse, I might know if you’re not home. Web sites such as www.pleaserobme.com help me keep track of your whereabouts.

If you prefer that I not visit your home, be careful about geo-tagging. But, otherwise, thank you for the loot!

— Just Tagging Along 10. THANKS

FOR THE

APPOINTMENT

Thanks for inviting me into your home to view the laptop you wanted to sell. I do apologize for the scare I gave you when I took it (and your purse).

Did you know that some large U.S. cities are averaging one so-called “robbery by appointment” per day? If you want to sell high-ticket items to strangers, I suggest you arrange to meet at the parking lot of your local police station. I definitely won’t show up, and you’ll still have your valuables (and your purse!)

Regards, A Tough Sell P.S. For more tips, see our list of low-cost tricks to fool burglars. Did you know there’s a gizmo that mimics the glow of a TV? JAN SOULTS WALKER Nationally published home improvement writer Jan Soults Walker has more than 30 years’ experience, remodeling several of her own homes and reporting on everything from kitchen sinks to luxurious mansions. Even now, a deck of paint chips still makes her heart sing.

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2868 E. Old Meyers Rd $128,900 B. Thompson #201802786

3625 W. Sims Ln $190,000 B. Thompson #201804553

900 Hedgewood Dr $190,000 B. Thompson #201805085

1801 E. Hillside Dr $219,900 P. Trilling #201803737

4394 N. Ridgeley Dr $249,900 A. Thompson #201804310

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9124 S. Front Nine Dr $274,000 J. Franklin #201804955

4777 N White River Dr. $294,900 B. Thompson #201805104

5397 W. Stonewood Dr $312,900 J. Morris #201804467

915 S. Meadowbrook Dr $549,000 J. Franklin #201803903

2630 N. Russell Rd $549,000 J. Franklin #201802207

CONDO

4014 W. Grand Ave $109,900 C. Oswalt #201801064

2368 E. Winding Brook Cr $139,000 J Franklin #201755513

Spencer

612 W. Fairway Ln $155,000 J. Franklin #201753929

1299 N. US HWY 231 $199,500 J. Franklin #201803659

912 S. Henderson St $199,900 C. Perry #201803160 Spencer

4114 W. Coffey Ln $219,000 J. Franklin #201755812

504 E. Lakewood Dr. $319,900 J. Franklin #201753127

2606 E. Winston St $325,000 C. Oswalt #201745271

2165 Harrodsburg Rd $329,000 J. Morris #201800208

2761 W. Porter Ridge Rd $339,900 B. Thompson #201753098

4706 E. Cardiff Ct $399,000 J. Franklin #201755811

7404 S. Shady Side Dr $414,900 J. Mitchell #201750921

3661 Marlett Rd $465,000 J. Franklin #201751454

4695 S. Livia Dr $550,000 B. Thompson #201800176

2833 S. Geneva Circle $969,000 S. Steele #201755965

Nashville

Lot 18 Ella St $22,000 M J Hall #201729713

4615 S. Cordova Pl $149,900 J. Davis Adams #201744907

Nashville

Louden Rd $24,900 B. Thompson #201804461

4602 State Road 46 $219,000 G. Botelho #201737053

6853 E Trailway Dr $45,000 B. Thompson #201741089

Lot 5 South Ridge Trail $49,000 A. Steele #201742593

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2975 Fish Creek Rd $220,000 A. Steele #201753030

78.9 Ac E. Gilmore Ridge Rd $443,096 A. Steele #201752063

Spring Branch Rd $57,900 C. Perry #201713761

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PEDIGO BAY

BLOOMINGTON EAST

2621 E. PEDIGO BAY DRIVE $1,491,378

5577 E. KINGS ROAD

$1,350,000

Welcome to the gated community of Pedigo Bay located on the shores of Lake Monroe, one hour south of Indianapolis.

This beautiful lakefront home was professionally designed to emphasize the outdoors, fitness, relaxation, and convenience. Grill out and dine on the deck overlooking the lake or soak in the hot tub under the stars while enjoying the crackle of the fire pit. 201717840

Gaze at the stars and relax on your 65 acre sanctuary and experience an unspoiled farm surrounding just eight minutes from Indiana University. This beautiful acreage surrounds an early 20th century quintessential farm house with delightful updates and modern livability, plus all of the charm of a more simple time.

201655315

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GRAMERCY PARK 2153 E. GRAMERCY PARK DR.

$1,349,000

This Gramercy Park home on Bloomington's north side is near Indiana University and Griffy Lake Nature Preserve.

Enjoy a tranquil setting in a home with superb finishes and design on over one acre estate site. This Irongate constructed home exhibits a wonderful blend of curated top level materials, refined spaces and exciting unexpected details. 201755813

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SOLD ESTATE LIVING 1658 N. RUSSELL ROAD

BLOOMINGTON $1,190,000

This stunning home on 2.85 acre estate site has a gorgeous limestone design and is located near Indiana University, College Mall and the site of the new IU Health Bloomington Hospital. This home has been updated with backyard entertaining area, new built ins, coffered ceilings, exercise room, media space, and bedroom suites on each of the three levels. 201803903

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LAKE MONROE 3296 E. CAROWINDS CT

705 S. DEER TRACE

GRAMERCY PARK $1,099,000

25+ acre complex recently featured in Home & Living Magazine, includes stunning architect designed custom built 3 level one owner home, 1.75+/- acre stocked spring fed lake, lake cabin ("Dam House") and 2 story pole building. Main floor double door entry welcomes you into 2 story foyer leading to a large open concept great room/dining area with hardwood floors. 201803813

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DEVELOPMENT LAND $799,500

Twenty two acres of natural beauty and Lake Monroe access surround you in this custom home with walk out lower level and horse facility. This stunning traditional home has modern design cues and an entertaining kitchen, hardwoods, formal dining room, two story great room with gallery overlook, a horse barn facility with two stalls and wooded trails to Lake Monroe. 201748759

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0 E. KINGS ROAD

$750,000

Also included parcel # 53-06-31-100-016.000-003 & part of parcel #53-06-31-400-002.000-003 (to be surveyed).

Also included is part of legal description 003-09130-00 PT W1/2 E1/2 31-9-1E 20.48A; PLAT11 to be survey and divided. Taxes are reflected for only four of the parcels of land. 201746249

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2403 E. GRAMERCY PARK DR $925,000

Under construction now! This relaxed luxury home in Gramercy Park has been perfectly designed and curated for easy entertaining and graceful living. Surround yourself with high caliber finishes and luxe treatments in this two story over lower level on an estate site. Beautiful walls of Pella windows frame the green spaces that encircle this lovely home with fantastic floor plan. 201655051

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STIER PARK 2001 E. HILLSIDE DRIVE #7

$729,000

This tastefully updated home has the best traditional and modern touches on a superb wooded lot. The sparkling interior spaces include a two story great room, spacious kitchen with island, enormous dining room, hardwoods, main level bedroom suite with attached fireplaced study, family room with fireplace, music room, three car garage, and an elevator. 201736793

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SOLD KINGSTON ESTATES

HERITAGE WOODS

EMERALD TRACE

4965 E. HERITAGE WOODS RD $699,500

2920 E. KYLIE COURT

This stunning cedar mid-century contemporary is positioned perfectly on a five acre wooded site on Bloomington's east side. This custom home has a split bedroom configuration with a master suite wing, a beautiful living room and dining room combination, a large gathering kitchen with walk-in pantry and a sun room with views of the mature trees and waterfall. 201733100

Nestled at the back of Heritage Woods and across from the Sycamore Land Trust preserve is the setting for this English Arts and Crafts inspired Voysey style home designed by architect Malcolm Woollen. This east side home near IU is positioned on an estate sized 1.8 acre site with garden design collaboration with Rudy Pozzatti and was expanded for grand entertaining.

201801797

Enjoy the beautiful finishes and upgrades of this custom two story over finished walk-out home on 1.09 acre site. The kitchen reigns supreme with ivory cabinetry, gorgeous granite counters and back splash, handscraped hardwoods, stainless appliances, custom mill work and entertaining island. 201718962

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RENWICK 2113 E. MELVILLE CIRCLE

SOLD HARBOR HILL

$650,000

Greenspace views surround this custom home in Renwick on the conservancy. This lovely vaulted one and a half story with finished lower level has master and secondary bedrooms on the main, an open entertaining kitchen connected to the great room with fireplace, screened patio and dining room plus a dedicated main level laundry. 201801076

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$675,000

3522 E. HARBOR DRIVE

BRISTOL MANOR $649,000

3223 S. INVERNESS FARM RD. $575,000

Panoramic views of Lake Monroe surround you in this lovely custom home in Harbor Hill. The main level master suite has a connected den/study/reading room with superb lake view, access to fenced yard/dog area, spa luxury bath with double vanity and Aquatic tub with jets. The home was designed with angles to provide optimum views. 201753188

This lovely Inverness home on over 12 acre estate lot was custom built and features an open entertaining plan. Host large gatherings in the 30 by 30 great room that is combined with the updated kitchen with granite. This spacious ranch with walkout lower level has a stone fireplace, vaulted ceilings, master on main, lower level family room with wet bar, and ample storage.

201726353

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SPICEWOOD 2625 E. SPICEWOOD CT.

RUSSELL ROAD $549,000

This striking rustic contemporary home is surrounded by mature trees and framed by walls of glass. Breathtaking vistas enhance this entertaining home with gorgeous updates that include a new white gourmet kitchen, hardwood flooring, a fireplaced family room, a main level master suite with study and luxury spa bath, a dressing room with master washer and dryer in the walk-in.

201753117

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2630 N. RUSSELL ROAD

HOOSIER ACRES $549,000

Mid Century style. Entertain an active lifestyle in this 8.67 acre estate home with a park like valley setting. This mid century modern home with a linear design has natural views and a stocked pond, in-ground swimming pool, pool house studio with study, a tennis court, and a fantastic location near Indiana University, College Mall and the new IU Health Hospital. 201802207

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915 S. MEADOWBROOK DR

$549,000

Enjoy grand entertaining in this fantastic updated mid century home in Hoosier Acres. This tasteful home was expanded and re-imagined with an emphasis on a huge gathering kitchen with island, five burner cooktop, two refrigerators, double ovens, quartz counters, open shelving, exhaust vent out, and a combined dining area for large groups. 201803903

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HYDE PARK 3416 E. OLCOTT BLVD.

AGRICULTURE LAND $529,500

N. BRUMMETTS CREEK RD

$525,000

This gorgeous Hyde Park two story over finished walk-out has a beautiful entertaining kitchen with modern flair. The spacious great room with fireplace is connected to the white kitchen with peninsula. Enjoy the formal dining room and formal living room with hardwoods and a circular plan. The lower level has a movie media room, recreation room and an additional study.

201729388

This gorgeous farm east of Bloomington has 51.45 acres with two approved building sites, 10-15 acres of pine trees planted in the 1930's, has B&B water and electric available at the site, approximately 38 of the acres are classified forest and it borders the Morgan Monroe State Forest. This charming farm includes a circa 1930 barn, silo gain bin, and a 1998 red pole barn. 201734663

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KENSINGTON PARK 3108 E. KENSINGTON PARK DR. $499,900

This meticulously maintained Kensington Park two story over finished walk-out lower level and three car garage is perfect for entertaining. This lovely home has a beautiful picket fenced garden, pergola, patio and deck system with views of the mature trees and landscaping. The open foyer has a grand stair and an open dining and living room formal spaces. 201724378

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NEW PRICE

PEN ELM HEIGHTS 500 S. BALLANTINE ROAD

G N I D

HYDE PARK $499,000

3704 E. REED COURT

GENTRY HONOURS $489,000

This lovely limestone Elm Heights classic home is thoroughly updated with charming results. This 1940's home has a center entry hallway, hardwoods throughout the main and upper levels, a formal stair, custom crown molding, adorable phone box built in wall, formal living room with fireplace and connection to formal dining with French doors and built in corner cabinetry.

201802779

This stunning Hyde Park home on Bloomington's east side is near Indiana University, College Mall in one of the area's most established neighborhoods. Mature trees surround this pristine home with vaulted great room and gallery overlook, master suite on the main with adjacent den/study with wet bar, hardwoods and remodeled kitchen with granite. 201740358

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BROWN COUNTY 3661 MARLETT ROAD

HYDE PARK $465,000

Enjoy ten acres of pure Brown County beauty in this modern rustic home surrounded by mature trees and hilltops. This gorgeous two story over finished lower level is perfect for multi-generational living or guests with bedroom spaces on all levels. Located 7 miles from Nashville and 20 minutes east of Bloomington.

201751454

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4445 S. CARBERRY COURT

929 S. BRUMLEY COURT

$469,900

This gorgeous two story over finished walk-out on Bloomington's east side has wonderful updates and upgrades.

This fantastic home has a master on the main, two story great room, Brazilian cherry hardwoods, open eat in kitchen and great room, dining room/den with French doors, and thoroughly renovated luxury master bath with modern claw foot tub.

201720145

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ELM HEIGHTS $459,500

Enjoy the ease of a new construction home with advanced design and thoughtful modern finishes. This lovely two story over finished lower level is positioned on a cul-de-sac and has open living and kitchen concept accented with wide plank natural oak flooring on the main floor and upper hallway, a stunning custom kitchen features breakfast room built in with granite counters. 201753706

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1018 E. UNIVERSITY STREET

$454,900

This beautiful Elm Heights brick home with Arts and Crafts design is located south of the Indiana University campus on one of Bloomington's most popular streets.

This home on a tree lined corner lot at University and Hawthorne Drive has original custom arches, brick fireplace surround, built-ins, a music room with two story vault and hardwood flooring. 201738428

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NEW PRICE

NEW PRICE

SOLD BLOOMINGTON 5126 E. EARL YOUNG ROAD

ELM HEIGHTS $424,000

This beautiful brick home surrounded by mature trees on 2.38 acre site was originally built by a stone mason as his personal home, so it is a gorgeous quality structure with fantastic detail. This heirloom quality home has beautiful hardwood flooring, custom crafted Ferree cabinetry, solid six panel wooden doors, two custom masonry fireplaces and Pella windows. 201802573

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1018 E. 1ST STREET

NE MONROE COUNTY $399,900

This attractive Elm Heights home is near the Indiana University campus, Bryan Park and has a wonderful curb appeal. This four square classically designed home has a graceful feel with a formal living and dining room, hardwood flooring, a tastefully added family room with matching woodwork to maintain the design integrity and an eat-in kitchen. 201739493

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9111 E. STATE ROAD 45

$399,000

Surround yourself with 15 acres of lush forest on this beautiful property with custom home on Bloomington's east side. A private lane winds through mature trees to this custom rustic home with master bedroom on the main, spa master bath, upper level dormer bedrooms with a gallery overlook to the two story great room, custom stone fireplace and beautiful hickory cabinetry.

201737981

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NEW LISTING

GENTRY EAST 4706 E. CARDIFF COURT

MAXWELL MANORS $399,000

Lots of extra upgrades and special features in this Gentry East ranch with walk-in conditioned and heated crawl space with workshop. This vaulted ranch with split bedroom format has great appeal. Enjoy the views on the wooded conservancy from this premium site in the neighborhood. 201755811

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NEW PRICE

$395,000

Enjoy this enhanced mid century Maxwell Manors home near Bryan Park and Indiana University. This ranch over basement features hardwoods, stone fireplace, updated vintage kitchen with original restored cabinetry, quartz countertops and a view of the extended deck system that is a summertime living room. 201755810

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$379,000

DEER PARK ESTATES 1155 S. WEATHERSTONE LN

$379,900

Enjoy the Bryan Park lifestyle in this lovely Deer Park home on a half acre site. The vaulted great room has an open entertaining space combining with the lovely kitchen, beautiful custom cherry cabinets and gas range, French door refrigerator and stainless appliances. All new paint inside. This beautiful home is ideally located and has a spectacular design and livability. 201803836

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WINDEMERE EAST

HOOSIER ACRES 702 S. RAVENCREST AVE.

1041 S. MITCHELL STREET

2404 E. RECHTER ROAD

SPICEWOOD $375,000

This mid-century ranch home on a .86 acre site and has updated spaces with anewly updated kitchen and great room combo with limestone fireplace, walk out lower level, hardwoods, a family room in the lower level, repainted throughout, new carpet in basement and sunporch, a screened patio, beautifully updated baths with ceramic tile work, and an in-ground pool. 201742295

This highly desirable Windemere East location is ideally located near Indiana University, College Mall and the walking path to Rogers Binford. This lovely two story over finished lower level has beautiful traditional spaces and includes a great room with fireplace that opens to the sun room and kitchen, a dining room and main level primary master suite. 201740826

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2545 E. ROUND HILL LANE

$349,000

Modern, hip and wonderful living spaces make this Spicewood home a perfect option on Bloomington's south side. This home with gallery feel and architectural sensibility was professionally designed as an architect's personal home. Fantastic updates and upgrades have enhanced the original design and protected the caliber of the space. 201755815

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SOLD SOUTH DUNN 1409 S. DUNN STREET

WALNUT CREEK

ELM HEIGHTS $339,900

Live on one of Bloomington's most vibrant streets near Indiana University, downtown and Bryan Park in this South Dunn Street home. This pristine bungalow home has all of the charm of an older home with the convenience of new custom crafted quality. The kitchen features an island and cabinetry that is furniture quality constructed in warm cherry by Amish craftsmen. 201748107

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325 E. UNIVERSITY ST.

$334,900

1021 E. AZALEA LANE

$329,500

This fantastic and hard to find Elm Heights duplex is in pristine condition and has beautiful original trim, pocket doors, volume ceilings, hardwood flooring, corner location at Grant and University, two blocks to IU campus, and near the Fourth Street restaurant scene. This duplex is separately metered and has a new HAND permit issued this year. 201743396

This lovely home south of the Indiana University campus is surrounded by mature trees and positioned on a corner lot in Walnut Creek. This custom home has hardwoods, volume ceilings, a dedicated kitchen with Viking range, formal dining room, fireplace with masonry surround, master suite with jetted tub, upper laundry, and lower level great room with walk-out. 201726317

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PE BLUE RIDGE ESTATES 504 E. LAKEWOOD DRIVE

$319,900

104TH ADDITION

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BLOOMINGTON EAST

7796 S. OLD STATE ROAD 37 $299,500

This attractive Cape Cod on a lovely corner lot in Blue Ridge Estates has a perfect location near Indiana University, downtown Bloomington and both east and west side shopping areas. This pristine home on a .47 acre site has a formal street appeal with a modern vaulted interior and combined great room with kitchen visibility. 201753127

This updated Dutch Colonial on Bloomington's south west side on 2.52 acres has beautiful hardwood flooring, crown moldings, updated kitchen with new stainless appliances, new lighting fixtures, new bath updates that include herringbone marble, new vanities and Kohler fixtures, large bedrooms, fireplaced family room and neutral décor. 201738847

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1644 JACKSON BRANCH RIDGE RD

$289,000

Relax in this home on a beautiful and tranquil three acre park-like setting with mature trees and valley views. This lovely and well maintained home has perfect positioning on a ridge for prime vistas. A recent screened patio area for large scale group events or tranquil downtime with a book. A wrap around porch gives a panoramic experience. 201717406

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PE STANDS-COPPERTREE 3238 S. COPPERTREE DR.

$289,000

This magnificent garden home on a stunning green space has gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout, a large entertaining area with volume ceiling in the great room and dining room, eat-in kitchen with breakfast area, split bedroom configuration has a large master suite with walk-in and remodeled bath, two secondary front bedrooms, and a large two car garage. 201753049

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THORNRIDGE/SPENCER 852 N. AMANDA LANE

$239,000

This gorgeous new construction two story has fantastic finishes, an entertaining kitchen with hickory cabinets and a large island, open concept kitchen and living room combination, Jack and Jill upper level suites, luxury master suite, and fantastic location just west of downtown Spencer. 201750482

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GENTRY EAST 4330 E. CRICKET KNOLL

$232,000

Enjoy this spacious Gentry Estates home on Bloomington's east side and experience the close proximity to College Mall and Indiana University. This four bedroom and two and a half bath home has a main level study, a formal dining room, center entry foyer furnace 2013, and a big kitchen with island and combined great room. This family room has wonderful views of green space. 201735509

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PARK RIDGE EAST 4320 E. BEACON COURT

SOLD CHESTNUT RIDGE

$229,500

This lovely two story home on a quiet cul de sac in Park Ridge East has a wonderful floor plan with four bedrooms, two and a half baths, a large living room and formal dining room, an open kitchen with combined breakfast room and great room with fireplace. There is a screened patio adjacent to the great room with a view of the .29 acre lot. 201801996

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1115 E. RIDGEMONT COURT

SPENCER

JAVA HEIGHTS $225,000

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803 E. 1ST STREET

UNION VALLEY $195,000

Enjoy the hilltop views from this 20 acre mini farm with panoramic sites just north of Spencer. This 1950's ranch has a custom fireplace, eat-in kitchen, knotty pine walls, screened patio, fire pit, eco friendly tin roof, hardwood flooring, detached garage for hobbyists and a convenient attached garage. 201803659

This adorable all brick bungalow home in Elm Heights is ideal for a renovation near Indiana University and Bryan Park. This home with lower level garage has large rooms, two baths, large kitchen, big dining room, hardwoods, vintage tile, two bedrooms and an alley access side and rear area with a nice backyard with mature landscaping. 201800291

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COUNTRY CLUB MANOR 612 W. FAIRWAY LANE

$155,000

This super adorable mid century home has beautiful hardwoods throughout the main level and walk out lower level with garage.

This ranch has a large fenced in back yard that is adjacent to the Bloomington Country Club Golf Course. Three well scaled main level bedrooms have spacious closets and the lower level has a finished recreation room with walk out to garage.

201753929

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$219,000

This charming vaulted ranch home in Java Heights has a huge great room kitchen combo with neutral decor.

Enjoy the large bedrooms and walk in closet spaces (two in the master) in this pampered home on Bloomington's west side. Three bedrooms, two full baths, an oversized garage and a .29 acre lot.

201755812

ELM HEIGHTS $199,500

4114 W. COFFEY LANE

This cottage style home in Chestnut Ridge on Bloomington's south side is on a desirable corner lot near Indiana University access. This adorable five bedroom home has a formal entry, vaulted great room with two story fireplace, dining room, gallery overlook, kitchen with eating bar and brushed stainless appliances, hardwoods, built-ins, and adorable dormer bedrooms.

201753712

PEN 1299 N. US HIGHWAY 231

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COUNTY LINE 0 W. STATE ROAD 46

5200 N. UNION VALLEY ROAD

$155,000

This charming bungalow on over 2 acres has been updated with recent kitchen remodel, windows, HVAC, flooring, updated baths, and fresh finishes throughout. Great walk out lower level with additional storage and a nice detached garage. Conveniently located on Bloomington's west side near shopping, conveniences, and access to Hwy 46/69.

201746616

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PATHWAYS RETREATS / UNIONVILLE $105,000

5743 N. PATHWAYS DRIVE

$89,500

Great piece of property to build your dream home. Also suited for Agricultural Land. Convenient to HWY 46.

201754275

This appealing 5.49 acre building site is located on Bloomington’s north east side and features a fantastic location near Lake Lemon in the desirable Pathways neighborhood. 201715128

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CPerry@tuckerbloomington.com

1800 Longwood $229,900

2368 E. Winding Brook Circle !

ICE PR,000 W 9 N E$13

1119 N. Madison Street $137,900

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MLS #201755513

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MLS #201748254

3653 N. Upper Birdie Galyan Rd. 912 S. Henderson Street $199,900 $154,900

MLS #201740106

0 Spring Branch Road $57,900

Lot 8A E. Pedigo Bay $149,000

MLS #201713761

MLS #201707620

LE G! SAD I N N PE

MLS #201755422

MLS #201803160

Rod Young 330-7557

E-mail: ryoung@tuckerbloomington.com

www.mrbloomington.com

D L SO You’ll find many types of homes in the HOMEfinder.org MAGAZINE

6575 W. May Road $49,900 MLS# 201746760 5 acres of fairly level ground. Open ground the front third and wooded on the back. Several trees in front with plenty of room to site a home. May rd is the southwestern part of Monroe county between Rockport rd and Harmony rd. This stunning homesite is minutes from I 69.

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4 Things to Do in February to Avoid a Yucky Spring A mud-remediation plan. That’s No. 1 on this short list.

That dark time when winter is like that friend who can’t take a hint to leave. Give a push with these four easy tasks that’ll help usher in spring. #1 MAKE AN ANTI-MUD PLAN Mud may be the least of your frozen worries now, but it’s a-coming.

Be prepared with a remediation plan. With your yard in its frozen-tundra state, you can easily see the troublesome spots.

Research potential ground cover, like gravel, a rain garden, decorative rocks, or the right grass that’ll soak it up. Then you’ll be ready to execute your anti-mud plan the moment it’s warm enough — and do it in time to keep the mud at bay. #2 ORGANIZE YOUR CLEANING CLOSETS AND LAUNDRY ROOM Before the madness of spring cleaning begins, organize (or even renovate!) your laundry room and clean closets or cupboards.

This will not only breathe a new life into these oft-ignored areas, but perfectly pampered cleaning stations can seriously rev up your spring cleaning motivation. #3 DEEP-CLEAN YOUR ENTRYWAY Snow. Salt. Boots. Shovels. Your entryway floors, baseboards, rugs, and more have had a rough few months. Give that smallest of rooms some deep cleaning love now, before the salt crust becomes a permanent part of your entryway decor in spring. #4 HAIL A HANDYPERSON Spring and summer are peak handyperson seasons. Skip the surge pricing and the agony of waiting for callbacks by hiring someone now. At least for the indoor chores.

Plus, you may be surprised at what outdoor chores can be done.

You’ll be spring-ready before the first flower buds.

GABRIELA BARKHO is a New York City-based digital and print reporter. When she’s not covering the latest in home tech gadgets, she can be found looking for a fresh baguette.

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