Illinois Valley Homes A NewsTribune Publication | September 21, 2022 Deck tech: Top online tools for yourdesigningdreamdeck PAGE 6 5 key bene ts of systemsheatingradiant PAGE 22 What to look for plumbingabove-purchasingwhenoor PAGE 18 Outside Princeton; magni cent 4 bedroom home with attached 3-car garage with rear door for easy access to backyard; 2 1/2 baths; private o ce near front foyer could also be used as a 5th bedroom; livingroom with dramatic stone replace that is visible from the dining room and the open kitchen; kitchen features stainless steel appliances and island with cooktop; upstairs main bedroom with attached bath with whirlpool tub and separate shower; partially nished basement has rec room; living area; and much more; entire house repainted in 2020; sew septic in 2020; new furnace and A/C in 2021; mixture of country living and close to town; call today to see this special property! See listing on page 2 FEATURED PROPERTY MLS#11610871 - 1212 Elliott Lane, Princeton - $399,000
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A NewsTribune Publication | Illinois Valley Homes | September/October 2022 3 Ottawa-Affordable 3 bedroom, 1 bath home, full basement, fenced backyard, off street parking #11473770 $115,000 Oglesby-Neat and clean 2 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home, covered front deck, wooded back lot. #11483592 $29,900 Spring Valley- Adorable 2 bedroom, 2 bath home, 2 car garage with 100 amp service, large lot. #11613782 $97,500 LaSalle- Roomy 3 bedroom, 1 bath home on large corner lot, full basement, 2 car garage. #11612807 $147,000 LaSalle-Brick 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home on corner lot, 1 car garage, full basement. #11612684 $159,500 Peru-Well maintained 3 ,bedroom, 2.5 bath brick ranch home, gas fireplace, inground pool. #11612254 $229,900 Oglesby- Spacious 3 bedroom, 1 bath brick & cedar ranch home, living room has stone fireplace. #11458954 $159,900 Peru-Lovely 3-bedroom, 1 bath home with 2 car oversized, heated, completely insulated garage. #11452358 $125,000 Oglesby- Ranch 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home, 2 car garage on 1 acre lot, private backyard. #11611327 $165,000 Cedar Point-Lovely 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home on corner lot, full basement, 1 car garage. #11610684 $109,900 Spring Valley-Great 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, 2 car attached garage, wood burning fireplace. #11493281 $149,900 Tonica-Well built 2 bedroom, 1 bath brick ranch home, 1 car garage, plus 2 car garage. #11492222 $129,900 LaSalle-Covered porch welcomes you to this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath ranch home, 2 car garage. #11490677 $189,900 Peru-Country property close to city, 3 bedroom, 1 bath home, 3 car garage on 2 acres. #11487580 $399,900 Spring Valley-Well built, solid 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath all brick home, 1 car attached garage. #11484915 $154,900 Cedar Point- Nice 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home with mother-in-law suite on upper level. #11486521 $139,000 Spring Valley- Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath home close to town amenities, 1 car garage. #11486194 $95,000 Hennepin-Ranch 3 bedroom, 1 bath home on large lot, full basement, 1 car garage. #11611536 $50,000 Peru-Quality updates in this 3 bedroom, 1 bath home, partially finished basement, garage. #11611454 $179,900 Spring Valley-Affordable 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home, 1 car garage, large covered front porch. #11563167 $79,000 coldwellbankertoday.com815-223-1088 BazydloJaimie BenvenuttiJanet NathanByers FulmerWendy GonzalesAshley GuerreroRobinAlfanoPietro
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Utica -Unlimited possibili ties, 4400 sq ft, commercial kitchen, great room, park ing, #11338122storage. $209,000
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COMMERCIAL Peru- Prime commercial lot, 79+/- acres with 2 entrances, close to Interstate 80 . #11425902 ..... $650,000 Streator- Some wooded and tillable, 11.71 acres located on the Vermillion River ...... #11422412 ...... $162,769 Princeton-Cleared, level building site features 2.88 acres in business plaza .... #10878168 ... $300,000 LaSalle- Single family building lot located on Senica’s Oak Ridge Golf Course #11490642 .... $65,000 LaSalle- Duplex lot on Senica’s Oak Ridge Gold Course, restrictive covenants #11488050 .... $65,000 Seneca- Build your dream home on this heavily wooded 1.5 acre lot .............. #11468125 ..... $55,000 Oglesby- Affordable .29 acre lot with city sewer and water ........................... #11444348 ..... $15,000 Utica- Single family lot in established development with city water available. . #11393574 ...... $14,500 Utica- Affordable single family lot, underground utilities, city sewer and water #11393541..... $25,000 Putnam- Wooded irregular .89 acre lot. ........................................................ #11359961 ..... $15,000 Putnam –Lake view residential lot, close to clubhouse & boat launch. ............ #10105633 ..... $6,000 Utica– Residential building lot, city sewer & water, restrictive covenants. #08977584 $25,000 COMMERCIAL LOT LISTINGS RESIDENTIAL LOT LISTINGS LaSalle- Opportunity awaits, turnkey operation, U shaped bar, gaming room, room to #11612449expand. $299,500 DePue- Multi use 1500 sq ft property, could be store, restaurant, bar, #11334819$40,000residential.
LaSalle- Great commercial space on street level and 2 amazing apartments above, downtown #11478438LaSalle.$400,000
Utica- Mixed use 3 unit building located in high traffic area on corner of US Rt 6 & Rt #11465757178. $300,000
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6 September/October 2022 | Illinois Valley Homes | A NewsTribune Publication myhtnb.com Missy Clancy NMLS# Mortgage759336Loan Officer - AVP mclancy@myhtnb.com815-220-2288 Make YourDream Home a Reality Your Window of Opportunity Awaits You at Maze. Opportunities do not come around every day. Now is the perfect time to replace your windows and doors with Marvin. Along Peru’s Historic Riverfront - at 1100 Water Street • www.mazelumber.com 815-223-1742 • M-F 7:30-4:30 • Sat 8:00-Noon Since 1848 Joe OutsideSalzSalesSM-LA2011008 Deck tech: Top online tools for designing your dream deck
More deck ideas, infor mation, and digital tools are available online at www.trex. com/academy.
determine ap proximate deck size/square footage and users can order decking samples right from the app, which is available for free via the Apple Store and Google Play.
offers a desktop deck design program. Recent enhance ments include the ability to create multi-level decks and non-traditional layouts cus tomized to your home’s di mensions and populated with specific decking and railing
To ensure your deck dreams remain within reach, make use of online material and cost calculators. These tools provide valuable guidance in the early planning stages to help you manage expectations and make informed decisions. Rough cost estimates for mate rials can be determined based on deck size, substructure needs, and the decking and railing products being consid ered to give planners a good starting point for budgeting.
VISUALIZE THE POSSIBILITIES
“No matter where you are in the planning process, as they say, there’s an app for that!”
(BPT) - Virtually everything in life can now be achieved with just a couple of clicks or swipes, including planning for a new deck. If you are looking to update your outdoor space, expert assistance is available right at your fingertips via your computer or mobile de vice. Thanks to advancements in rendering technology and user-friendly interfaces, there are lots of great tools and re sources online to help guide you through the deck design and planning process - from inspiration to installation.
DESIGN FROM YOUR DESKTOP
CALCULATE COSTS
Leslie Adkins, vice president of marketing for Trex,
“Planning a deck may seem intimidating at first but it doesn’t have to be, espe cially with all of the help that is readily available online,” said Leslie Adkins, vice pres ident of marketing for Trex, the world’s leading brand of high-performance compos ite decking and railing. “No matter where you are in the planning process, as they say, there’s an app for that!”
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Once you’ve envisioned your new deck, bring it to life using an online deck de sign tool - no engineering or architecture degree required. Decks.com is a helpful re source that offers a library of downloadable deck plans, along with an easy-touse deck de sign program that enables users to Trexfronttop,3Doptionsandentwithperimentexdifferfeaturesexploreinand2Dsideandviews.also
products to bring your vision and project one step closer to reality. Both the Decks.com and Trex programs automat ically generate material lists and cost estimates, along with printable renderings for shar ing with family, friends and potential contractors.
Every great outdoor space starts with a vision! Using the latest augmented reality (AR) technology, apps like the Trex AR Deck Visualizer tool allow users to explore de sign possibilities for their out door spaces by experimenting with differ ent turesalsotiveTheronments.homepersonaltheirbackdropagainstbinationsrailingcolorsshapes,deckingboardandcomtheofownenviinteracprogramhasfeatohelp
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2.GO TANKLESS
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Top 5 ways to reduce your home
Looking for a great way to cut down on energy usage and also ensure more con sistent access to hot water? Upgrading to a tankless water heater will save on energy
and expenses compared to a traditional water heater. For example, Noritz EZ Series high-efficiency, condensing tankless water heaters are en gineered to replace larger, con ventional storage tank-type units, cutting both installation time and costs substantially. The wall-hung technology also has zero footprint in your home, which is a great space saver for smaller homes or if you just need more areas for storage. Tankless water heat ers efficiently provide contin uous hot water - meaning no more cold showers - along with big energy savings. In ad dition, tankless water heaters like the Noritz EZ Series also result in reduced carbon emis sions and have a longer life energy this fall
1.GIVE YOUR FURNACE OR BOILER A CHECKUP
(BPT) - As temperatures begin dropping this fall, you may be worrying about ris ing energy costs. Fortunately, there are a number of sim ple, proactive steps you can take that will save on energy and expenses for your home - while also increasing com fort - today and well into the future. On top of that, you will also be helping to increase the value of your home with these effective energy-saving mea sures.Consider these 5 steps to help your home become more energy-efficient.
Get in the habit of having
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your furnace or boiler profes sionally tuned up and cleaned at least once a year, ideally just before the weather starts turning colder. Just as you per form regular maintenance on your vehicle, make sure your entire HVAC system is in top condition - and replace your furnace filter at least every 90 days - to help your HVAC sys tem run more efficiently. This will reduce your utility bills over time, while keeping you and your family warmer.
Every year, homeown ers lose a lot of heated (or cooled) air through leaks around areas like windows, doors and chimneys. Inspect ing your home for leaks can alert you to spots where you may need to improve caulking, flashing or weather-stripping for a fairly low-cost fix. For a longer-term solution, you
Visit EZSeries.Noritz.com to learn more about how you can save energy, space and expenses on heating water for your home.
5.CHECK FOR LEAKS
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expectancy than traditional models. Tankless water heat ers use top-mounted water connections, avoiding the need for additional and costly plumbing. Even better, you can often find money-saving rebate programs from your local gas utility for your new tankless water heater that will help cut the installed cost even more.
3.INSULATE YOUR ATTIC
your family stay cozy and comfortable all winter, while also helping to save energy and protect your budget.
Benjamin
If it’s been a while since you upgraded your thermostat, you may be surprised at what new programmable thermo stats can do to help keep your home comfortable while also saving on utility bills. The lat est models provide much bet ter fine tuning when setting your thermostat, allowing bet ter control of the energy you’re using to heat (or cool) your home. You can make sure you’re not overheating your house when you’re asleep or not at home. Traveling or on vacation? New smart thermo stats allow you to adjust your home’s thermostat controls remotely, using your phone or another electronic device.
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may want to consider replac ing older, less energy-efficient windows and doors with new ones. For help finding leaks, call your utility company. Many provide energy audits to help customers locate trouble spots in their homes.
You’re probably aware that heat rises - so if your attic is not properly insulated, you may be losing a lot of heated air through your roof every winter. Lack of good attic in sulation can also lead to dam age from ice buildup, which is costly to repair. If you own an older home, it’s a good idea to have your attic inspected for insulation before winter sets in. And while older homes are the least likely to have prop erly insulated attics, even if you have a newer home it’s worth having a professional check to see if your attic is un der-insulated. This can make a big difference when it comes to heating costs.
4.MAKE YOUR PROGRAMMABLETHERMOSTAT
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By taking a few of these proactive steps, you can help
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3.IN-COUNTRY CUSTOMER SERVICE
What to look for when
Make sure it is fully protected.
ing pump system for either a new addition or to replace an existing one.
Where a product is made can significantly impact its quality. In-house manufacturing means that a company can ensure the highest quality control possible, which isn’t guaranteed or
easy to verify when manufacturing is outsourced.
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Home renovations can be expensive. It may be tempting to opt for cheaper options, but they might cost you more if they break or cause damage to your home. This same principle applies when buying above-floor plumbing systems. While there are cheaper options out there, you’ll want to do your research and pick a product that is known for quality.
2.MANUFACTURING
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Opting for cheaper above-floor plumbing solutions could lead to dealing with a defective product down the line. Your next step would likely be to call the manufacturer’s toll-free number to try to sort it out. But what if you’re met with customer service based in another country, one that is unhelpful, unreliable, or just plain hard to communicate with? In contrast, communicating with U.S. or Canadian-based customer service agents should ensure quicker responses, more reliable problem-solving and more effective communication. Purchasing from a manufacturer with a North American-based salesforce will also ensure faster, more efficient customer care. purchasing above- oor plumbing That can't go there! Can it?
You can rest easy knowing that your macerating toilet or other products have been tightly controlled throughout the production and distribution process.
(BPT) - Home renovation can be tricky, especially if you want to add a bathroom or kitchen to a part of a home where plumbing doesn’t exist. Adding on to basements, attics, garages and unfinished spaces usually requires breaking through concrete or doing a major structural renovation that can compromise a home’s structural integrity. However, above-floor plumbing like macerating toilets and drain pumps whenhereingtoatedmaceratingtheing-technologytoiletsTherehome-improvementsimplifiesprojects.aremanyabove-floorandothermacerat-productsonmarkettoday.Butnotallsystemsarecre-equal.Ifyou’replanningaddanabove-floorplumb-systemtoyourhome,aresixthingstolookforpurchasingamacerat-
1.QUALITY
Why does this matter? Knowing where your macerating pump comes from can tell you about the quality and reliability of the product. For example, a recognized brand of macerators such as Saniflo is made and assembled entirely in-house in France. These products are shipped to be distributed to the company’s headquarters in North America (the United States and Canada) and then sold to professional installers through Saniflo’s nationwide distribution partners.
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5.WARRANTY
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A major brand such as Saniflo offers customers a standard three-year warranty for their macerating pump products. Also, they have offices and multiple warehouses throughout the United States and Canada, ensuring optimal availability and distribution, especially during global supply shortage challenges.
4.COMPLIANCE
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To be specific, products should carry some type of third-party certification to vouch for their reliability in protecting property as well as the health and safety of those who use them. Examples of independent laboratories that test for compliance would be “CSA” and “IAPMO.”
As mentioned above, issues can occur with electrical products that come in contact with water. It’s crucial that you can insure these products should something occur. Not all brands of macerating pump products can obtain or offer insurance.
6.INSURANCE
It’s essential to find out if any plumbing product is made according to U.S. codes and standards, especially when it comes to above-floor plumbing. A reputable company invests in testing its products to be in compliance with major plumbing codes. This way, the product will be approved to be installed anywhere in the country while safeguarding the customer from any potential Maceratingissues.technology uses a pump powered by electricity, and any electrical product that contacts water is poten tially hazardous. You’ll want to ensure the product is com pliant with safety standards. Otherwise, you could be wait ing for an accident to happen.
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Using these six tips, you can choose the right above-floor macerating pump system that will last for years to come. To learn more about macerating technology and how it can help you with your home renovation dreams, visit Go.Saniflo.com. one will not last long; cash or conventional financing only - must be a strong buyer. Very desirable area! Call for a personal showing~~ **Agent related** The house sits on 0.5 acres and land included in the price is 3.12..there are 2 pin numbers.
Many plumbingabove-floorsystems have a product warranty of up to one year only. This can be a problem if the product breaks down or fails down the line, resulting in costly repairs or replacement.
These nationally recognized
laboratories test products to conform with ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) standards for code compliance in the United States and Canada. Without such certifications, products could likely be deemed unreliable or even unsafe by insurance carriers.
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In new homes, the sta ple-down method is a com mon installation practice. Installers use a special radiant piping stapler tool to fasten the flexible PEX piping to the surface. The staples go around the outside of the pipe to ad here it to the surface. After the pipe is completely fastened, a
Radiant heating systems can be used throughout a home for efficient temperature control. In gathering spaces like the living room, they can provide comfort even when relaxing on the floor. They make func tional spaces like the kitchen and bathrooms cozier, and they remove the chill often associated with rooms such as
Hydronic radiant heating systems work when warm water flows through flexi ble crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) pipes that can be in stalled under any floor cov ering, including carpet, tile, wood and linoleum. The radi ant system heats spaces from the floor up, providing com fort, efficiency and improved indoor environmental quality (IEQ). Some benefits of radi ant heat include:
■ Ability to zone the heat ing system throughout a home to maintain different tempera tures, depending on room usage
■ Elimination of fans that circulate dust, pollen, odors and viruses for improved air quality
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(BPT) - As people look to make their homes healthier and more comfortable, inter est in radiant heating systems has increased. A top home-im provement trend for 2022, these comfortable, energy-ef ficient heating systems have a variety of installation methods for new and existing homes.
■ Quiet systems that en hance sound quality for a more peaceful home
Different options have mod ular components and accesso ries that allow systems to be installed easily and quickly no matter the circumstances of the home. Uponor is a provider of radiant heating systems with installation options that work for new-home construction or remodeling situations.
5 key benefits of radiant heating systems
■ Warmth remains at your feet instead of rising to the ceiling
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lightweight gypsum concrete is poured over the piping to create a smooth, solid surface for the
Anotherflooring.popular option for new homes that saves time is knobbed mats, like Fast Trak. The underside adhesive keeps the mats in place as the pipe is pressed between the knobs, by hand or foot, in the desired pattern. Finally, just like with the staple-down method, gyp sum concrete is poured to cre ate a smooth surface.
How does this work? The wood panels feature a groove down the center for piping
placement with an aluminum sheet on the bottom to transfer heat effectively. These panels fasten to the plywood subfloor for a minimal increase in floor height, plus there’s no mois ture from concrete overpours.
Another option for existing homes or vacation properties is joist heating with aluminum panels called Joist Trak. These extruded aluminum panels in stall from underneath in the joist bays of the floor. It is an application for homes that have an exposed ceiling, such as an unfinished basement. This allows you to add radiant heat to the floor above with out tearing up any floor cov
increased comfort to a healthier home, energy efficiency and more, there are many reasons why radi ant heating systems are a top home-improvement project. For more information on ra diant heat and installation options for new and existing homes, visit uponor.com.
If you’re interested in add ing radiant heat to an existing home, there are alternative op tions that don’t require exten sive flooring replacement or pouring concrete. For exam ple, with a typical thickness of only a half-inch, wood-based radiant panels are a solution for residential remodel and retrofit applications.
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