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Topeka’s 2015

May 2015

Parade of Homes

Dreaming of a change?

Come see the best Topeka has to offer!

May 2 – 3 & 9 – 10

Saturday – Noon to 5 p.m. • Sunday – Noon to 4 p.m.

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Reasons to Visit the Parade of Homes By Linda A. Thompson-Ditch Special to The Capital-Journal

Do you own a home? Do you want to, even if a purchase is a few years away? Are you thinking of remodeling your home, or perhaps you’re intrigued by the latest in home design? If you fit in one of these categories, then the Topeka Home Builders Association’s 2015 Parade of Homes is an event you should not miss. Builder Jon Rollenhagen of Dultmeier Homes has participated in the last four Parade events. He said, “To me, the Parade of Homes is an exciting way for us to step back and show off our hard work and new ideas. Seems like we get so busy going forward and building homes for customers we don’t get a lot of time to interact with the general public.” This year’s Parade features ten homes. Mark Boling of Mark Boling Construction has been a part of the event, with his company and a previous one, for more than 25 years. He said, “I’ve had people say to me, ‘We wanted to come and see what you did this year.’ Some will contact me five or six years later to build a home because of what they saw on the tour.” The key reasons to take the Parade of Home tour include: n Trends: The tour is a great time to check out the newest trends in housing, both in design and products. Visitors can see different home floor plans and layouts, plus the newest in appliances and home systems, such as heating, air conditioning, and plumbing. n Style: Each builder has his own style preferences. The tour allows visitors to compare and contrast each builder’s style to see which one best fits what they want

in a home.

n Quality: This is also a good opportunity to look at the quality of each builder’s work. Boling noted, “The prices vary on each home, but it’s not always based on the size of the home, but the quality of what is being put into it.” Rollenhagen said, “It is fun to watch people come and snoop out every little thing about the home. Some walk through slow and others are very fast. Others try to catch a glitch with the home, but most of the time they don’t know what they are looking at.” n Information: If a builder isn’t available on a particular day, there will be a Realtor® on hand to answer questions and put visitors in touch with the builder. Boling noted if he isn’t available, his wife and son (who is a Realtor®) will be on hand to answer questions about the home and the company. n To buy: Most builders create custom homes for specific clients. However, many of the Parade homes are speculative, which means they were built to be sold. For someone looking to buy a newly built house, this is a chance to see some that are available and meet face-to-face with the builder to get details on how it was built. The Parade of Homes also benefits the builders, not only as a way to show-off what have they built, but also as a means for them to get information for the future. Rollenhagen said, “I find it interesting to hear everyone’s comments on the things they like and dislike. We don’t generally build too many speculative homes. Most are customs. It is a guessing game sometimes to find out what people like and are expecting out of new houses.”

Topeka Home Builders Association’s 2015 Parade of Homes Dates: Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3;

Saturday, May 9 and Sunday, May 10 Times: Saturdays, 12 to 5 p.m.; Sundays, 12 to 4 p.m. Admission: Free

Addresses: n House 1 — 2121 SW Village Hall Road, featured by Ramsey Custom Homes n House 2 — 1709 SW Ancaster Road, featured by Indel Corporation n House 3 — 7017 SW 18th Street, featured by Indel Corporation n House 4 — 7109 SW 17th Street, featured by Indel Corporation n House 5 — 6233 SW 28th Court, featured by Mark Boling Construction n House 6 — 6918 SW 44th Street, featured by Ramsey Custom Homes n House 7 — 6212 SW 48th Lane, featured by Dultmeier Homes n House 8 — 5338 SW Timber Ridge Lane, featured by Dultmeier Homes n House 9 — 4508 SW Woods Drive, featured by Drippé Construction Inc. n House 10 — 4307 SW LiveOak Drive, featured by RT Builders

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2121 SW Village Hall Road

1709 SW Ancaster Road

If you’re looking for the right place to relax in a leisurely lifestyle, here it is! A Premium Custom quality Maintenance provided home in the exceptional planned community: Miller’s Glen. An exciting concept in active adult living with floorplans designed to offer quality and comfortable living with lighted streets, walking trails, and an amazing 5,000 square foot Village Hall at the center of the community! Enjoy high ceilings, selected kitchen cabinets from Ball Custom Cabinets, Hard surface floors, Granite tops, Tile backsplash, and under cabinet lighting. Great master suite with walk-in tile shower, large walkin closet, and convenient adjacent laundry room. With increasing utility costs, you’ll appreciate the foamed insulation exterior walls and high efficiency HVAC to minimize those costs.

Indel Corporation, since 1989, provides quality homes at an affordable price. Ray Thurlow, building since the early 70’s, manages the subdivision development and oversees all aspects of day to day construction. Each new home requires the efforts of several hundred people; designers, draftsmen, carpenters and many other tradespeople, to complete each project and make your home purchase an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Indel Corp is one of only a few home builders across the nation to receive the RWC Keystone Award for dedication to quality building standards, unique design and excellent customer service.

Ramsey Custom Homes, LLC – Harold Ramsey (785) 640-7156

Indel Corporation – Raymond Thurlow (785) 554-4996

7017 SW 18th Street

7109 SW 17th Street

Indel Corporation – Raymond Thurlow (785) 554-4996

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6233 SW 38th Court

6918 SW 44th Street

This home is brought to you by Mark Boling Construction Inc. It was custom designed to the client’s desire with zero entry, an open floor plan, Anderson windows, high efficiency HVAC system, and much more. At Mark Boling Construction Inc. our goal is to build high-quality custom homes and remodeling projects, offer a high level of personalized service throughout the building process, and continue to build a business that outshines our competition.

Come visit our Legacy Woods Model Home. Premium Quality everywhere you look. The home features a dramatic open entry with high ceilings and a 13 mile view from the Great Room windows and covered deck! The features you expect, select oak flooring, cabinets by Ball Custom Cabinets and a beautiful open kitchen with granite tops, tile backsplash, under cabinet lighting, a direct vent fireplace for cold winter nights, a full, partly finished, walk-out basement, in ground sprinklers, an exciting master bedroom suite with a huge walk-in closet and tiled walk-in shower. Split bedrooms for child/guest privacy, concrete encased vault room for security, large lot, Hi-Efficiency foamed exterior walls, furnace and AC. County taxes and NO SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS!

Mark Boling Construction Inc – Mark Boling (785) 213-4427

Ramsey Custom Homes, LLC – Harold Ramsey (785) 640-7156

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Topeka’s 2015 54th St.

Parade of Homes 53rd Terr.

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KS Turnpike SE LiveOak Dr

SW 43rd St. Terr SE Horsehoe Bend Dr

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Dultmeier Homes Chuck Dultmeier / Jon Rollenhagen 785-554-4529 www.dultmeierhomes.com

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Drippé Construction Inc. Mike Drippé 785-207-5888 www.drippeconstruction.com

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SW 37th St SW Arvonia Pl

SW 41st St

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Spring Project Breakdown

Understanding costs of home updates

HomeAdvisor.com Generic Photography Todd Rosenberg/Family Features

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As a kickoff to home improvement season, there are many home updates homeowners are undertaking. But before you grab your toolkit or enlist the help of a professional, do your wallet a favor, and conduct a little research. To help homeowners budget for home projects, HomeAdvisor’s True Cost Guide provides the average cost of more than 350 projects coast-to-coast based on data reported by real homeowners. “When completing home projects, a common concern among homeowners is not knowing how much a home project will cost,” said Leah Ingram, HomeAdvisor’s personal finance expert. In fact the True Cost Report, released from HomeAdvisor, found that 38 percent of homeowners don’t know how much it will cost to hire a professional for home projects, and nearly 70 percent are concerned about overpaying as a consequence

of not having reliable cost information. As a result, almost half of homeowners put off projects or attempt to complete them on their own. The top five spring projects include: n Repairing the roof: Maintaining the roof protects a home from the elements and can raise property values. Small repairs keep a roof in good shape for several years and help avoid costly damages. Most homeowners assume repairing a roof can be costly. In fact, according to HomeAdvisor’s True Cost Guide, the average roof fix only costs $550. n Remodeling a kitchen: Kitchen remodels boost a home’s resale value and add functionality to the most utilized space in a home. Many factors go into remodeling a kitchen including flooring, plumbing, appliances and electrical. Homeowners in New York hire more pros to remodel their kitchen than any other state in the U.S.

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6212 SW 48th Lane

5338 SW Timber Ridge Lane

Dultmeier Homes builds more than homes, we build neighborhoods. The cornerstone of our 60 year old business is old fashioned hard work. We build homes personalized for you and the life you want to live at a tremendous value. 3D computerized renderings bring our plans to life and our personal designer makes building as easy as 1, 2, 3. Come visit Lauren’s Bay and enjoy the beautiful wooded landscape with sidewalks and a park. Our featured home is a furnished walk-out ranch with a view of the city. Highlights include a Jack and Jill bedroom suite, formal dining, CWP cabinets with a huge island, barn doored pantry, and Cambria quartz. The master suite features a beamed ceiling leading into the master bath with a large vanity and tiled walk-in shower. Conveniences abound from the built-in baskets and drying racks in the laundry right off the master closet and garage, to the bench and coat hooks making unloading a breeze when you walk in from the 3 car garage. An inspiring union of function and beauty with attention to detail to blend simplicity and sparkle in your life!

Enjoy the beautiful secluded lot of this 4 bedroom, 3 car garage walk-out Craftsman style ranch! Walk into beautiful wide plank floors and custom railing that coordinates with designer lights. CWP cabinets, Cambria quartz, walk-¬in pantry and enormous island in this open floor plan creates a dream kitchen. The contemporary stone fireplace and floating hearth creates a cozy conversation area. The master suite leads to a master bath with walk-in tiled shower and large walk-in closet. Simplify your life with the drop zone bench & hooks that are right off the garage, kitchen and master suite. Abundance of storage with fun nooks on an amazing lot with LOW taxes in the Washburn Rural School District! Dultmeier Homes is opening Phase 3 of Timber Ridge NOW! Visit www.DultmeierHomes.com to learn more! Dultmeier Homes builds more than homes, we build neighborhoods. The cornerstone of our 60 year old business is old fashioned hard work. We build homes personalized for you and the life you want to live at a tremendous value. 3-D computerized renderings bring our plans to life and our personal designer makes building as easy as 1, 2, 3. Come visit beautiful Timber Ridge and see all it has to offer you and your family!

Dultmeier Homes – Chuck Dultmeier & Jon Rollenhagen (785) 383-3157

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4508 SW Woods Drive

4307 SE LiveOak Drive

Another Quality home from Drippé Construction Inc. Tastefully thought out, this home provides affordable living with lots of upgrades. Granite counter tops, custom cabinets, and tiled showers are just a few of the basics that are provided in our homes. Nestled in the Washburn Rural school district, with no special assessments included in the general taxes, keeping the payments incredibly low!

RT Builders, since 2000, provides quality homes at an affordable price in the Shawnee Heights School District. Founded by Ray Thurlow and Ted Neuburger; they established a highly efficient work force and created methods to control building costs. All homes are designed “in house” to allow modifications to any floor plan to meet your unique needs. With over 175 new homes completed, this current project in Horseshoe Bend features a 5 acre park with a stocked pond. Visit a model home any time.

Drippé Construction, Inc – Mike Drippé (785) 207-5888

RT Builders LLC – Ted Neuburger (785) 221-0568

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Project: Creating landscapes Continued from 7D n Remodeling a bathroom: Homeowners can choose from different types of bathroom remodels, depending on style preferences, and budget. The average cost of remodeling a bathroom is $9,000. n Painting the home’s exterior: Painting the home’s exterior not only boosts its curb appeal, but it also acts as a home’s primary defense against weather, insects, and other damage. Boston homeowners spend the most money hiring a pro to paint their home’s exterior and Albuquerque homeowners pay the least to have a pro paint their home’s exterior. n Installing landscaping: Landscaping can dramatically change the look of a house and property. Adding landscaping such as an outdoor patio, flowers or shrubs can increase the value of a home. The average cost of installing landscaping is $2,938. For more information, visit www.HomeAdvisor. com/cost.

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Spacious Upgrades

Ideas to Easily Enhance the Master Closet Family Features

So, you’ve decided to make some updates to your home? Whether you plan on building a home from the ground up, purchasing new construction or adding value to your current residence, there are many opportunities for upgrades. You may be wondering what projects are worthwhile, and which are not? In a recent study commissioned by ClosetMaid®, 45 percent of existing home buyers noted that they have made changes to their master bedroom closet since moving in. In addition, 61 percent of new home buyers said they are considering renovating or upgrading their master closet within 18 months. When considering where to make investments in your home, don’t close the door on the closet! You can create the closet of your dreams with a few simple tips.

Add paint and update the lighting.

Bring the bedroom paint into the closet. This makes the space feel like a true extension of your bedroom, not a forgotten area that belongs behind closed doors. Great lighting is also important in a closet – it helps you to see everything clearly. Why

settle for a standard light fixture when you can add a statement piece that not only provides proper light, but proper style.

Utilize more space.

Most master bedroom closets come standard with only a single shelf and rod. Since most closets have little need for so much long hanging space, professional organizer Lorie Marrero, author of “The Clutter Diet,” suggests improving your closet with the addition of double hang space. “Don’t be shy about adding shelving up as high as you can to accommodate seasonal items and long-term storage boxes – utilize every space you can,” said Marrero. A good rule of thumb for double hang space is 84 inches for the top shelf and 42 inches for the lower shelf. By adding additional shelves, your storage space goes from standard to functional. Adjustable systems such as ClosetMaid® ShelfTrack® create a perfect upgrade for your closet. The wire shelving and brackets can be reconfigured as needs change.

Consider accessories.

If you plan to update your closet with a wire system, there are a multitude of

perfect accessories to include such as a tie and belt rack or shoe shelves. You may also consider installing a laminate or wood system. These products can provide drawers, doors, decorative molding and more and can transform your closet into a personal haven. “Adding drawers into your closet system can centralize your clothing into one space,” said Marrero. “The more storage, the better.” Investing in a functional closet organizing system can help you save time now by reducing the stress of finding items when you need them, and benefit you in the future by adding extra value to your home. After all, “standard” just doesn’t work for today’s closet. For more information about how to get organized visit ClosetMaid.com, StorganizationBlog.com or call 1-800-874-0008.

Stock Photo/Family Features

Create space within your home with the proper tools, such as ClosetMaid’s ShelfTrack in white.

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Maximizing Your Storage Space

Begin in the garage

Stock Photo/Family Features

Keep your garage space tidy with ProGarage Cabinets and heavy duty wire shelving from ClosetMaid. Family Features

A recent study found that 50 percent of homeowners claim their garage is the most disorganized place in the home. In addition, The Department of Energy cites 25 percent of people with two-car garages have too much clutter to leave room for cars, while 32 percent only have room for one vehicle. Isn’t it time to do something about the mess? This year, focus your efforts on maximizing storage space in the garage. “It’s ironic that many of us would rather store our boxes of unwanted stuff in our garage, leaving our valuable cars outside to deal with the elements,” says Lorie Marrero, professional organizer and author of “The Clutter Diet.” “Let’s rethink our storage priorities and turn our garage into a space that’s more organized and functional.” Clear the floor. Since floor space is at a premium, get things off the floor and onto the wall. One option is affordable heavy duty wire shelving from ClosetMaid®. This durable shelving can withstand the weight of some of your heaviest things, plus it’s easy to install and adapts to your changing storage needs. Perfect for the garage, this product allows air to ventilate, and is not affected by the humidity or sudden fluctuations in temperature. “Wire shelving is the perfect choice for ‘DIYers’ in need of a garage makeover,” said Marrero. “It is flexible and can be customized to fit in all types of spaces, suits

any climate and is easy to keep clean.” Tuck away hazardous materials. Things like poisonous pesticides and anti-freeze, or dangerous tools like hedge trimmers and power tools should be hidden safely out of reach from children and pets. Find a home for these items with cabinets, such as those from ClosetMaid’s ProGarage® line. These heavy duty cabinets are scratch and stain resistant and are a good place for objects not in use. Keep smaller items tidy, accessible and out of the way. Can’t find your wrench or screw driver? Why not use a peg board to keep your favorite hand tools neatly stored, and ready to grab in a moment’s notice. Hooks are another great way to keep track of your belongings. Use them freely for stowing hoses, extension cords, bicycles and step ladders. Invest in an area rug. Limit the dirt tracked inside the house with an area rug or repurposed carpet. For many, the garage serves as the main entry point into the home, so be prudent and keep the entryway as clean as possible. Transforming your garage into an organized, functional space rather than a catchall is one of the best and most satisfying ways to begin an organized routine. Not only will you delight in all the space you create, but your car will simply love its new indoor home. To find your perfect state of organization, visit ClosetMaid.com, StorganizationBlog.com or call 1-800-874-0008.

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