Interior Alaska Building Association’s
2011
Parade Of Homes October 1st & 2nd
WELCOME . . . . . . . to the IABA Annual Parade of Homes. Each year we bring you the opportunity to view new homes constructed in our area over the past 12 months. The array of homes are in various stages of construction in order for you to see the process of building in more than just the finished stage. Keep in mind that some of the homes you will be touring are owned and occupied so we ask you be respectful of the occupants possessions and personal spaces. We are also pleased to expose you to the different styles and skills of the Builders in our area . . . one of them may be just the right professional to build your dream home! The maps provided in this magazine are general and NOT TO SCALE. The written directions will be much more important to pay attention to if you are unfamiliar with the area. There are many different ways to access the homes on our Parade and if you know a different route or a short cut feel free to take it. You are also under no obligation to follow the route as numbered so please . . . . drive carefully and,
. .. .. .ENJOY ENJOY THE PARADE Parade Hours:
Saturday - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2011 PARADE SPONSORS PLATINUM & GOLD ALASKA HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION FAIRBANKS TITLE AGENCY FLORCRAFT CARPET ONE MACCHEYNE’S CARPETSPLUS SOURDOUGH FUEL SPENARD BUILDERS SUPPLY YUKON TITLE COMPANY
SILVER ARCHITECTURE + ALLIED ARTS COLDWELL BANKER GOLD COUNTRY DENALI STATE BANK GENE DUVAL REAL ESTATE, INC. GOLDEN VALLEY ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION HOFFER GLASS KITCHENS & BATHS BY DESIGN LABRENZ LANDSCAPING, INC. RIVERS WOOD PRODUCTS SANI-CAN, INC.
FAIRBANKS - WEST House
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W.V. BUILDERS, INC. 1690 OPRY WAY Take Chena Pump Road. R on Chena Ridge Road. R on Isberg Road. L on Bluegrass Drive. R on Opry Way. House is on L.
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STEPPING STONE BUILDERS INC. 1012 HELM DRIVE Take Chena Pump Road. R on Roland Road. L on Helm Drive. First House on the L.
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REINA, LLC
2595 ALLEN ADALE ROAD Take Chena Pump Road. R on Old Chena Ridge Road across from Chena Small Tracts by transfer station. L on Allen Adale Road. House on L.
TS CONSTRUCTION, INC. 870 LANCASTER DRIVE
Take Farmers Loop Road to Summit Drive. Follow Summit Drive and turn R on Lancaster Drive. House is on the L.
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JD CONSTRUCTION, INC. 744 LANCASTER DRIVE
Take Farmers Loop Road to Summit Drive. Follow Summit Drive and turn R on Lancaster Drive. House is on the L.
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COLDFOOT CONSTRUCTION, INC. 1350 SKYLINE DRIVE
Take Farmers Loop Road to Summit Drive. Follow Summit and turn L on Skyline Drive. House is on the R. 4
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W.V. BUILDERS, INC. 1690 OPRY WAY
home FEATURES • 5 Plus Energy Efficient Home • 1450 Sq Ft, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath • Radiant Heat, HRV • Great Open Floor Plan • Vaulted Ceilings • Alaska Birch Windowsills • Cement Fiber Board Siding • Cement Fiber Board Trim
Shown By: Aaron Welterlen of W.V. Builders, Inc.
For Sale $234,900 how to get here
Take Chena Pump Road. R on Chena Ridge Road. R on Isberg Road. L on Bluegrass Drive. R onto Opry Way. House is on L.
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W. V. Builders, Inc. Aaron Welterlen Phone: 907-378-9241 aaron@wvbuildersinc.com www.wvbuildersinc.com
W.V. Builders Inc. is a family owned residential construction company, committed to designing and building affordable and highly energy efficient homes with outstanding quality and workmanship. From driveways, foundations and DEC certified septic installations, to designing and building custom homes utilizing the latest methods in building techniques, W.V. Builders Inc. excels in providing families and individuals with their perfect starter home, custom home, addition, and/or remodel from the ground up.
ALASKA STONE & PRECAST, INC. Personalize Your Home With Custom
FABRICATED COUNTERTOPS, VANITIES AND MORE GRANITE - QUARTZ - CORIAN©
907-488-9819
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STEPPING STONE BUILDERS, INC. 1012 HELM DRIVE
home FEATURES
For Viewing Only
• Quality Five Star Construction • 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 1390 sq ft • 528 sq ft heated garage • Radiant Floor Heat • Triple Pane Windows • Carpet, Vinyl, and Laminate Flooring
Shown By: The Madden Team
how to get here
Take Chena Pump Road. R on Roland Road. L on Helm Drive. First House on the L.
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BUILDERprofile Stepping Stone Builders, Inc. Rick & Kara Watson Phone: 907-388-2224
kkwatson@mosquitonet.com Rick Watson Jr. is the local owner and operator of Stepping Stone Builders, Inc. Rick is a licensed, insured and bonded general and residential contractor who has worked in the construction industry for 13 years building homes in Fairbanks and North Pole. Stepping Stone Builders, Inc. specializes in 5Plus energy rated custom homes at affordable prices. craftsmanship,
• Solid Surface Countertops
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his attention to detail and his
commitment to meeting his clients’ needs.
Rick
has won numerous awards in past years for homes shown in previous parades, including First Place for “Best Overall” in both 2008 and 2010.
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REINA, LLC 2595 ALLEN ADALE
home FEATURES
The Sunrise Home - Passiv Haus at Latidue 64
The Sunrise home is the northern most Passiv Haus in North America and a milestone in energy efficiency. The home is super insulated with over 12 tons of cellulose and powered and heated by a 480 SF solar thermal system with an internal 5000 Gal annual heat storage tank and a custom masonry heater. There is no conventional fossil fuel source or backup heat. The home features many prototype designs and ideas from the mass loaded foundation system to the diffusion open wall system without a typical vapor barrier. The home was specifically designed to utilize passive solar heat gains as much as possible whilst maintaining a comfortable indoor temperature. Since mid-February the passive heat gain from the sun maintained the home at 68-72F without additional heating. Besides superinsulation the home features many Green Building techniques from VOC free adhesives, paints and stains to dual flush toilets and high efficient appliances. Local materials were used as much as possible during construction and the natural feel creates a connection between the inside and the outside and creates a feel of “home”. Air filtration with proper ventilation creates a healthy indoor climate. All the systems are networked and integrated with a smart panel which allows for remote monitoring and interaction with the homes systems. The current missing link is the installation of a 5KW Photovoltaic system that is planned to bring the home to a zero energy building.
FOR VIEWING ONLY Shown by Thorsten Chlupp
Take Chena Pump Road. R on Old Chena Ridge Road across from Chena Small Tracts by transfer station. L on Allen Adale Road. House is on the L.
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REINA, LLC Thorsten Chlupp Phone: 907-457-1297 info@reina-properties.com www.reina-properties.com
With a passion for energy efficiency and a strong focus on excellence, REINA has built a reputation as one of interior Alaska’s leaders in residential home design and construction. Specializing in homes that surpass AHFC’s 5plus rating Insulation Values:
R-60 Slab, R-70 Walls, R-115 Ceiling, 0.4 ACH50
and are built to Energy Star and the NAHB Green Building Standards, REINA builds healthy and highly efficient homes designed to be sustainable in our climate for generations to come. It is our mission to develop and build sustainable northern shelters that are solely powered by renewable energy sources and require up to 90% less heating and energy than a conventional home. With in-house design services and a dedicated team of professionals, REINA can build your dream today with meticulous attention to quality and detail which is backed by an unmatched warranty program.
Commit to Your Vision
2759 College Road - Fairbanks, AK 99709
907-479-9396
www.labrenzlandscaping.com
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TS CONSTRUCTION, INC. 870 LANCASTER DRIVE
home FEATURES
For Viewing Only •
Shown By: Tim Sonnenberg of TS Construction, Inc.
how to get here
2 X 8 Construction With 2” Foam On Exterior • 6 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, 2 Kitchens, 3 Car Garage • Vaulted Ceilings, Triple Pane Windows • Wood Stove’s, Radiant Floor Heat Throughout, HRV • Blow-in Insulation In Ceiling, Shingle Roof • Vinyl Siding • Oak Interior Doors, Trim And Window Sills • Hickory Cabinets, Solid Surface Countertops • Carpet, Tile And Laminate Floors • 20 X 24 Workshop With Bathroom
Take Farmers Loop Road to Summit Drive. Follow Summit and turn R on Lancaster Drive. House is on the L.
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TS Construction, Inc. Tim Sonnenberg Phone: 907-451-9754 tms@tsconstruction.com www.TSConstruction.com
Tim Sonnenberg, owner of TS Construction, graduated from UAF with an engineering degree and has been building in the Fairbanks area since 1996. TS Construction, Inc. specializes in all aspects of building, from the dirt work, septic, foundations to finish work. Tim is detail oriented and takes on all projects with quality and integrity in mind. Thank You Fairbanks Area Building Community For Your Support Through The Years!
Portable Restrooms for all Your Special Events Celebrating
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Your Business Is Our Business!
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JD CONSTRUCTION, INC. 744 LANCASTER DRIVE
home FEATURES
Shown By: The Madden Team
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2504 sq ft - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath on 1.88 Acres Den With Quadrafire Fireplace, Cedar Sauna • 9 And 10 Foot Tall Ceilings, Sunken Living Room • Oversize 884 sq ft Garage/Workshop • Radiant Floor Heat With Toyotomi Boiler • HRV, Well & Septic, Triple Pane Windows • Corian Countertops and Window Sills • Exterior Wrapped In 1.5” Rigid Foam • Backup Generator Subpanel For Fridge, Freezer, Boiler • South Facing Views of Fairbanks & Mt. McKinley • Finished Flooring Not Installed Yet - Buyer May Choose
For Sale
Take Farmers Loop Road to Summit Drive. Follow Summit Drive and turn R on Lancaster Drive. House is on the L.
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JD Construction, Inc. Jonathan Pollen Phone: 907-378-3455 jdpollen@hotmail.com
JD Construction, Inc., a fully licensed, bonded and insured general contracting company, is owned and operated by Jonathan Pollen. JDC offers complete contracting services for new construction, remodels and renovations for both residential and commercial applications.
JDC also specializes in complete
insulated concrete form (ICF) homes and buildings. JDC’s attention to detail and committment to quality is reflected in the many satisfied clients, their testimonials and referrals to their friends and families.
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(907) 479-4056
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COLDFOOT CONSTRUCTION, INC. 1350 SKYLINE DRIVE
Shown By: Traci Schachle Coldwell Banker Gold Country
home FEATURES Beautiful 5 Star Plus home in the hills with over 3.4 acres!! Talk about attention to detail - Well you are just going to have to see it yourself! Some features include a Steamer Shower, Huge garage, Beautiful Open floor plan that allows for great entertaining either upstairs in the gourmet kitchen or downstairs in the bar area. Two great decks one from the dining/kitchen area and 1 from your private master! To top it off the View is well....just beautiful!! You will not be disappointed! The owners went above and beyond your
For Sale $449,900 how to get here
normal Fairbanks quality! Priced below appraised value, let this custom home be your financial win!!
Take Farmers Loop Road to Summit Drive. Follow Summit Drive and turn L on Skyline Drive. House is on the R.
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Coldfoot Construction, Inc. Chad Rowe Phone: 907-328-4054 coldfootchad@gmail.com
FOUNDED IN 2005 QUALITY CONSTRUCTION IN ALASKA’S INTERIOR OUR MISSION Providing Quality Commercial And Residential Construction: On Time And Within Budget
Traci Schachle REALTOR®
322-0228
Associate Broker
traci@alaska.com www.TraciSchachle@alaska.com 600 Third Street Suite 102
456-4653
Fairbanks, Alaska 99701
FAIRBANKS - EAST 7
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Builder/Address REINA, LLC
521 IDITAROD DRIVE Take the Steese Hwy North to 3rd Street. R on 3rd. 3rd merges into Farewell Avenue. R on E Street. L on Iditarod Avenue. House on R.
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EUREKA BUILDERS, INC. 715 BIRCH KNOLL ROAD
Take Chena Hot Springs Road East. Turn L on Bennett Road. R on Birch Knoll Road. House is on R.
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DAYSTAR BUILDERS, LLC 1120 EASTWOOD LANE
Take Steese Highway North. R on Chena Hot Springs Road. L on Steele Creek. R on Eastwood Lane. Driveway on R. House numbers on tree.
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ALASCORP, INC.
601 WAYNE WILLIAMS LANE Take Follow Chena Hot Springs Road East. R on Wayne Williams Lane. House is on R.
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BOURNE CONTRACTING, INC. 650 COUNTRY KIDS LANE
Take Chena Hot Springs Road East. R on Country Kids Lane. House is at end of road. Beware of oncoming traffic - narrow road! Farmers Loop Road
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REINA, LLC 521 IDITAROD DRIVE
A SUPERINSULATED FAMILY HOME
Shown by Gene DuVal and Team
FOR SALE $378,500 how to get here
home FEATURES With utility expenses on the continuing rise with no foreseeable end in sight energy efficiency will become a necessity in our lives in the near future. This quality built home has been modeled and designed with the ultra-efficient Passiv Haus standard in mind and is up to 80% more efficient than a traditionally built home. With drastically improved efficiency of the home comes greatly improved comfort even in our extreme cold climate. With very airtight construction and large amounts of insulation our homes have no cold drafty feel to them and provide unmatched comfort and indoor climate. We use exclusively environmentally friendly and non-toxic cellulose insulation in our structures that are designed and built like a Gore-Tex jacket and allow the building to breathe and dry in any direction. Besides building highly efficient homes we specialize in incorporating GREEN building standards like LEED for Homes and GREEN build from the National Home Builders Association and “Bau-Biologie”- building biology from extensive German research into our building practices to ensure a truly functional and natural home.
Take the Steese Hwy North to 3rd Street. R on 3rd. 3rd merges into Farewell Avenue. R on E Street. L on Iditarod Avenue. House on R.
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REINA, LLC Thorsten Chlupp Phone: 907-457-1297 info@reina-properties.com www.reina-properties.com
Insulation Values:
R-60 Slab, R-70 Walls, R-115 Ceiling, 0.4 ACH50
With a passion for energy efficiency and a strong focus on excellence, REINA has built a reputation as one of interior Alaska’s leaders in residential home design and construction. Specializing in homes that surpass AHFC’s 5plus rating and are built to Energy Star and the NAHB Green Building Standards, REINA builds healthy and highly efficient homes designed to be sustainable in our climate for generations to come. It is our mission to develop and build sustainable northern shelters that are solely powered by renewable energy sources and require up to 90% less heating and energy than a conventional home. With in-house design services and a dedicated team of professionals, REINA can build your dream today with meticulous attention to quality and detail which is backed by an unmatched warranty program.
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EUREKA BUILDERS, INC. 715 BIRCH KNOLL DRIVE
Shown By: Bob Herting of Eureka Builders, Inc.
home FEATURES • 1768 sq. ft. Living Area on 1.287 Acres • 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 5Plus Home • Bay Window, Cathedral Ceilings, • Master Bedroom w/ Walk-In Closet • Stainless Steel Appliances & Granite Countertops • 2 Car Garage w/ Deep Sink Floor Drain • HRV, Triple Pane Windows • 2”R-TECH IV Wrapping Building Envelope • Large, Sunny Deck, Laundry Upstairs • Bonus Room and many more features . . .
For Sale $294,000
Take Chena Hot Springs Road East. L on Bennett Road R on Birch Knoll Road. House is on the R.
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Eureka Builders, Inc. Bob Herting Phone: 907-457-8974 mlherting@acsalaska.net
Eureka Builders, Inc., owned and operated by Bob and Marie Herting, has been designing and building affordable quality homes in the Fairbanks area since 1979. Their experienced crew pays attention to detail and consistently produces high quality workmanship. Eureka Builders 5 energy efficient floorplans are very livable with no wasted space. We have always added many custom features to our homes. The best advertisements for our homes are the many happy and satisfied homebuyers.
ColdwellBankerGoldCountry.com Real Estate Professionals of Fairbanks Residential ● Commercial ● Property Management ● Relocation 600 Third Street Suite 102
456-4653
Fairbanks, Alaska 99701
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DAYSTAR BUILDERS, LLC 1120 EASTWOOD LANE
home FEATURES
Shown By: Kate Robinson of DayStar Builders
This lovely home, finished in May 2011, is not only beautiful and functional, but touts a hefty R-value of 42, due to 12” thick walls. A barrel-ceilinged foyer welcomes guests, introducing them to a large living room warmed by a Vermont Castings wood stove. A French-country kitchen, complete with granite countertops, cream cabinets, and a butcher-block topped island, is the jewel of this home. The upstairs living quarters include 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a generous sized bonus room as a flex space. Nine-foot ceilings throughout the 2530 sq ft home increase the feeling of grandness, but small details, such as the upstairs laundry-chute, make it very family-friendly.
For Viewing Only Take Steese Highway North. R on Chena Hot Springs Road. L on Steele Creek. R on Eastwood Lane. how to Driveway on R, House numbers on tree. get here moreFROM THE BUILDER BUILDERprofile DayStar Builders, LLC Paul & Kate Robinson Phone: 907-451-7200 office@daystarbuildersak.com
DayStar Builders, LLC is a small, family-run general contracting business. Started in 2006 by Paul and Kate Robinson, we have made it our goal to establish a reputation as an honest contractor building homes whose quality and energy efficiency are nothing less than what we would build for our own family. DayStar builds pre-sold, semi-custom homes and provides remodeling and energy-efficiency retrofitting services. We are excited to be a part of the Parade of Homes for the first time this year!
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www.hoffer-glass. com 3740 Braddock Street ⊞ Fairbanks, AK 99701 ⊞ (907)456-6200
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ALASCORP, INC. 601 WAYNE WILLIAMS LANE
Shown By: Kerry Gronewold of Alascorp, Inc.
home FEATURES • 3787 sq. ft. • 5 Plus Home • Barrier Free Accessible Home • Extreme Energy Efficiency • Masonry Heater With Coil For Hot Water • Solar Domestic Hot Water • Corian Countertops And Sills • Radiant Floors
For Viewing Only how to get here
Follow Chena Hot Springs Road East. R on Wayne Williams Lane. House is on R.
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ALASCORP, Inc. Kerry Gronewold Phone: 907-456-6400 alascorp@alaska.net www.solarheatalaska.com
ALASCORP is a General Contractor specializing in custom residential & light commercial since 1999. ALASCORP can build a turn-key quality home or work with you on any phase of your project. We have built conventional, steel, and even unusual hybrid style construction. We also install solar heating. Visit www.solarheatalaska.com for more information. Alascorp can do remodeling and punch lists if you are selling your home.
ALASCORP Good Management Supporting Good Craftsmanship
Home$ense Energy Audit Electrical energy efficiency home audit program for residential members. Sign up on line at www.gvea.com 758 Illinois Street, Fairbanks AK 99701 • 907 452-1151
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BOURNE CONTRACTING, INC. 650 COUNTRY KIDS LANE
home FEATURES
Shown By: Darrell Bourne of Bourne Contracting
For Viewing Only how to get here
This property was originally homesteaded by Carl R. Herning in 1943. The original house consisted of a one room log cabin. As the family grew so did the house, eventually totaling 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a spacious kitchen, custom cabinets throughout and of course the famous “sunroom.” Not to mention the basement was dug out by hand, one bucket at a time. When Carl passed away in 1988, Mattie Lee wanted a heated garage, hence the 1200sq garage was built. The house had been well used over the last sixty plus years and so, unfortunately, not feasible to completely remodel. So begins a new chapter in the saga of a true Alaskan home . . . .
Take Chena Hot Springs Road East. R on Country Kids Lane. Beware of oncoming traffic - narrow road!
House is at the end of the road.
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Bourne Contracting, Inc. Darrell Bourne Phone: 907-488-7119 bourne@alaska.net www.bourne2build.com
Darrell Bourne is a second generation Fairbanks contractor who has been in business since 1982. With 40 years in the Fairbanks area and experience in all phases of home building, Darrell knows how to design and build the homes clients expect and appreciate. His expertise and commitment to fine quality make him a great choice to build your new home. The company also builds speculative homes, commercial and military contracting, as well as remodels and additions. Bourne Contracting, Inc. has long term, conscientious key employees, which have helped build a reliable and trustworthy company. Darrell is currently serving on the board of the Interior Alaska Building Association and was the winner of 2007 Parade of Homes/Luxury Division. He was also named “Builder of the Year 2007.”
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KELLER Architecture + Allied Arts PO Box 82472 Fairbanks, Alaska 99708 sjkeller@alaska.edu “PERSONAL SERVICE ON ALL BUSINESS”. Steve Keller
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Builder/Address TS CONSTRUCTION, INC. 720 ORION DRIVE
Take the Richardson Hwy SE to the first Badger Road exit. Follow Badger Road to Old Badger Loop Road. Turn onto Orion Drive. House is on the R at the corner of Orion Drive and Ursa Minor.
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NORTH POLE QUALITY CONSTRUCTION 1656 BENN LANE
Take the Richardson Hwy SE to the first Badger Road exit. From Badger Road turn R on Bradway Road. L on Benn Lane. House is on L.
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BEE CONSTRUCTION, INC. 3795 TRACTOR DRIVE
Drive SE on Richardson Hwy to first Badger Road exit. From Badger Road turn L at Plack Rd. L at Farmall/Nelson intersection. R on Tractor Dr. House is on the R.
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TS CONSTRUCTION, INC. 720 ORION DRIVE
Shown By: The Madden Team
home FEATURES
For Sale $265,000 how to get here
• Quality 5Plus Construction • 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1430 sq ft • 783 sq ft Heated Garage • Radiant Floor Heat and HRV • 2 X 8 Walls w/ 2” of Exterior Foam • Triple Pane Windows • Open Kitchen With Island Bar • Carpet, Tile and Resilient Flooring • Oak Interior Doors, Window Sills & Cabinets
Take the Richardson Hwy SE to the first Badger Road exit. Follow Badger Road to Old Badger Loop Road. Turn onto Orion Drive. House is on the R at the corner of Orion Drive and Ursa Minor.
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TS Construction, Inc. Tim Sonnenberg Phone: 907-451-9754 tms@tsconstruction.com www.TSConstruction.com
Tim Sonnenberg, owner of TS Construction, graduated from UAF with an engineering degree and has been building in the Fairbanks area since 1996. TS Construction, Inc. specializes in all aspects of building, from the dirt work, septic, foundations to finish work. Tim is detail oriented and takes on all projects with quality and integrity in mind.
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NORTH POLE QUALITY CONSTRUCTION 1656 BENN LANE
home FEATURES
Shown By: The Madden Team
• Quality 5 Plus Construction • 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 1240 sq ft • 520 sq. ft., Heated Garage • Triple Pane Windows and HRV • Carpet and Laminate Flooring • Open Kitchen With Hickory Cabinets • Vaulted Ceilings, Recessed Lighting • Industry Exclusive 4 Year Home warranty
For Sale $227,900
Take the Richardson Hwy SE to the first Badger Road exit. From Badger Road turn R on Bradway Road. L on Benn Lane. House is on the L.
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North Pole Quality Construction Richard & Cathi Staley Phone: 907-488-2275 cathistaley@yahoo.com
North Pole Quality Construction is a family-owned business in Alaska. Rich and Cathi Staley started the business in 1982 building homes and doing concrete work. Since then it has progressed to developing subdivisions and building neighborhoods. Rich went to college at UNR. He married Cathi in 1973, and they have 4 children. Rich and Cathi moved to Alaska in 1975. Rich has worked in the construction industry for over 37 years with most of his career in Alaska.
SIDING - DECKING - ROOFING - FENCING RIVERS WOOD PRODUCTS . . . where qaulity and service still count! visit us at 1780 Richardson Hwy, North Pole
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BEE CONSTRUCTION, INC. 3795 TRACTOR DRIVE
Shown By: Steve Bee - Builder & Ed Daml - Northern Pioneer Realty
home FEATURES Another Fine Home By “Award Winning” Bee Construction, Inc. • 5Plus Construction • Super Insulated R-33 Walls & R-60 Ceiling. • 1480 sq ft • 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths • Open Floor Plan with 9’ Ceilings
For Sale $279,500 how to get here
• Radiant Heat • Large Double Garage
Take the Richardson Hwy SE to the first Badger Rd exit. From Badger Road turn L on Plack Road. L at Farmall/Nelson intersection. R on Tractor Drive. House is on the R.
BUILDERprofile Bee Construction, Inc. Steve & Pam Bee Phone: 907-488-0459
sbee@ptialaska.net construction, inc.
Bee Construction Inc. was started in 1982 by Steve Bee. Our family run company has changed some over the years. We have gone from no employees to as many as 14. From building no houses to as many as 12 in a season. Through all the changes, the quality of our workmanship and construction has continued to be of the highest quality. Steve is one of the first builders in the Interior to receive the “Certified Green Professional” designation and the company has always been on the cutting edge of new technologies and energy efficient building. We are a charter member of Cold Climate Housing Research Center, a three time recipient of the “Governors Award” for energy efficiency and recognized by the IABA as “Builder of the Year.” Steve has served as a board member for both the state and local Building Associations.
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HAVE YOU CONSIDERED A NEW HOME OVER A RESALE? Here is a little food for thought . . . 1. Customization: Many home builders allow buyers to participate in the process of designing their property, which helps create a living space specifically tailored to the consumer's tastes. 2. Building envelope: Increasingly higher demand for energy efficiency dictates that newer homes perform much higher from an efficiency standpoint compared to older homes. 3. Green appliances: The more energy-efficient mechanics of the house also help reduce utility bills for new home buyers. Newly-constructed homes often include green systems and appliances—like high efficiency stoves, refrigerators, washing machines, water heaters, furnaces, or air conditioning units—that homes built years ago might not. 4. Fewer repairs: The features of newly constructed homes should also hold up better than those of existing homes, which may have experienced years of wear and tear. People will buy resale houses and then the carpet needs to be replaced or it needs to be repainted, or it needs new appliances, or the flooring is shot. When they buy a new home in today's market, it really is new. 5. Less maintenance: Today's new homes are engineered specifically to minimize maintenance requirements. For example many builders use composite products for a home's exterior trim instead of wood, which could rot or need repainting. You buy a used house you don't know what you are getting, you might have to do a lot of maintenance. 6. Warranty: In addition, builders often agree to take care of the repair work that becomes necessary in your newly constructed home for at least the first year and most of all the other components are warrantied for extended periods. When you buy a resale home, even if you have a home inspection done, it still does not turn up hidden defects that you don’t find out about a lot of times for two years. 7. Fire safety: Newly constructed homes often include fire safety features that may not be present in properties built years ago such as fire retardant carpeting and insulation. In addition, all newly constructed homes are required to include hard-wired smoke detectors. These devices can provide better protection than battery-operated smoke detectors, which can fail to perform if their battery runs out.
FINDING THE RIGHT CONTRACTOR 1.
Decide on the scope of the project you are wanting and set an amount you are able to spend on it. Always overestimate your costs to allow for changes in plans or circumstances.
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Speak to your lender, realtor, friends, neighbors, check the Home Construction Directory or call the Interior Alaska Building Association for a list of reputable contractors that work in your area.
3. Always ask for proof of current licensing, bonding and insurance before you commit to signing any contracts. A reputable contractor will have these documents available within a reasonable amount of time for you to see. 4. Get two or three estimates for your project. If you find one contractor is way out of line with others, ask them why?
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Ask to see other work they might have completed recently. Talk with past clients. Word of mouth is the best source of information you can have.
6. Make sure you feel comfortable communicating with your contractor. Having a home built or remodeled is very personal and can be stressful, therefore, open communication with your builder is the key to making this experience a good one. 7.
Always remember that an estimate is just that. As your project advances there may be unforseen circumstances that will cause the costs to change. Ask your contractor what issues may arise in your particular situation and communicate often as the project is underway so you are not caught unaware of changes in plans or pricing.
8. Remember to keep your eye on the end goal. Impatience is your worst enemy. Communication and perspective is the key to making your building or remodeling project a positive experience.
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