Bats are important for the ecosystem
As Halloween approaches, many people are taking time to learn about one of the holiday’s well-known icons and one of nature’s most misunderstood creatures: bats. “A lot of people do not understand the useful role bats play in helping control insect populations,” stated Danielle Motley, owner of the Mount Pleasant Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop. “Most of the myths about bats have created such fear that the topic of bat conservation is rarely discussed.” In recent years, significant populations of several hibernating bat species have declined. The cause of death is believed to be Geomyces destructans, a cold temperature-loving white fungus, commonly know as Whitenose Syndrome (WNS). Little Brown Bats appear to be the species hardest hit. WNS has been reported in 18 states in the U.S. and four Canadian provinces. It
is believed that infected bats are depleting their fat reserves more quickly during hibernation, awaking more often and/or for longer periods of time. What can be done to help? The Organization for Bat Conservation (OBC) suggests building or buying a bat box to provide roosting sites. They also suggest planting moth-attracting wildflowers to give bats an additional food source. Also, leave up dead or dying trees to provide bats with natural shelters. “Charleston is rich in wild life and bats are no exception,” explained Danielle. “There are more than 10 species of bats that can be found in South Carolina and these are truly amazing and beneficial creatures. Some times my customers shy away from attracting bats but the truth is the more people know about bats the less frightening they are. People are much more
excited to purchase a bat house when they know a single bat can eat up to 1,000 mosquitoes in just one hour!”
If you have questions about bats, bat conservation and/or attracting bats to your yard, visit Wild Birds Unlimited on
Coleman Boulevard. You can also learn more about bats by visiting the OBC online at www. batconservation.org.
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Most people know Terry Haasfor her recurring role on HGTV’s hit show “Designed to Sell.” As one of the show’s featured real estate agents, Haas shows millions of viewers how staging a home and making low-cost improvements can help to sell a property at top dollar. When it comes to the houses she views, Haas relishes an open floor plan, up-to-date bathrooms and a house with good curb appeal. Honest and critical without being cruel, Haas shows how making a small investment before the open house can bring a big return at closing. Haas began her real estate career advising eager homebuyers in Atlanta. From the very start, her heartwarming smile put her customers at ease, carefully guiding them through what can often be overwhelming process. And, her in-depth knowledge of the market and keen eye assures her clients will get the best price
for their home. This knowledge brought her a recurring role on “Atlanta’s Best New Homes” and as a featured guest on American Public Media’s radio talk show “Marketplace.” Later, Terry served as regional project manager for one of the nation’s premiere real estate companies, overseeing the sale of 3,000 homes in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and managing more than 120 employees. She was awarded “Sales Director of the Year” in 2003 by the Northern Virginia Building Industry Association. Now living in Charleston, Haas has her own real estate and home-staging consulting business. She offers clients insight into the ways they can transform their homes into stand-out properties in a very tight market. With co-author Julie Chalupsky, she has written a book that offers tips and tools to help sellers and realtors prepare a
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Follow proper safety tips when doing fall chores Autumn has arrived. Leaves are changing and leaf pick-up has begun in many areas across the country. American Medical Response (AMR) offers the following safety tips to help ensure a fun, safe autumn season. •To prevent back injuries while raking leaves, don’t overfill leaf bags. Leaffilled bags can be very heavy. •When lifting bags of leaves or yard equipment lift using your legs, not your back. Also, be sure to stand upright when raking and pull from your arms and legs to help prevent back strain. •Piles of leaves are popular places to play for chil-
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Incorporate prints and patterns into your home decor
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Well-incorporated patterns and prints can enhance and update a room’s appearance. They can also reflect the personal tastes of the homeowner or decorator.
Pattern and print choices
Fabric Emporium interior designer Kelley Bard listed the following patterns as some of the most popular patterns and prints of local buyers: !Coastal designs, such as sea life, marsh, and beach themes !International, eastern designs ! Bold patterns, such as the thick, wavy lines of the “ikat” design Botanical prints also remain popular, said Linda Kammel of Victoria’s Consignments and Lowcountry Consignments.
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Because there are so many choices, narrowing down the seemingly endless array of patterns, prints and colors can be difficult. Here are some tips on introducing patterns into interior spaces, from Mount Pleasant-based professionals Bard and Kammel, and The Sitting Room owner and designer Heather Marz: “My advice is to stop and think about the colors you like to wear, the colors you like best and that always catch your eye,” Bard said. “Don’t stray from that and you’ll always be happy.” “Start with a neutral sofa, then you can build your room around that,” Kammel said. Bard and Marz agreed. “Keep your larger pieces more neutral, more solid,” Bard said. “Introduce the big patterns on pillows, chairs and smaller pieces.” At The Sitting Room, the custom-designed sofas and love seats are upholstered with solid-colored fabric, Marz said. Once the chair or loveseat has been designed, shoppers select from the array of pattered and printed fabrics for their pillows, and they also may add patterned, multi-colored or textured rugs as accent pieces.
No secret: Slipcovers and other accessories Bard also recommends the use of slipcovers for upholstered pieces. “If you fall in love with a big pattern, but are concerned that you’ll grow tired of it, have slipcovers made,” she said.
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These draperies featuring metallic silver Moroccan motifs are the most popular draperies, according to The Sitting Room owner and designer Heather Marz. This simple pattern works well in a room with other mixed prints, she said. Also, as seen in this pillow, color really makes a pattern pop.
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It’s not impossible to design the interior of a room or even an entire home on a limited budget. With the plethora of furniture and accessory stores in the East Cooper area, the selections and prices are wide-ranging. While some stores specialize in high-end pieces, other stores carry more casual styles. And when shoppers add furniture consignment stores to the mix of retailers, that only increases their furniture and accessory choices. For shoppers who want to design on a dime, here is some advice from veteran consignment store owner Linda Kammel, of Victoria’s Consignments and Lowcountry Consignments. •“Take your time and don’t rush. Select pieces carefully.” •“Try to buy something that will last a few years,
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something you can live with.” •“Whatever is your biggest piece, build your room around that.” •“Choose your project.” Decide if you’re capable of sanding or repainting
a piece before you buy it, Kammel said. She also offers shoppers the same advice she’d give someone hoping to introduce patterns into their interior design: “Start with a neutral sofa,” then add patterns and prints to update the look of the room. Kammel has noticed a trend in recent years toward more casual styles. “I think in the last three years, people are going less formal,” she said. “Keep in mind, we are in a coastal area.” She has noticed more purchases of painted furniture versus high-end, wood furniture, although, she added, “After 20 years in the business, not much surprises me. There’s not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ for furniture.” Due to changes in the economy, there has also been a demand for more home-office furniture, Kammel said. “More people are working out their homes,” she observed.
Themed furnishings, such as these twin bunny bed frames and accessories from Lowcountry Consignments, add a whimsical look to a room.
How to choose siding that will last Vinyl Burlos: There are different thicknesses to vinyl depending the wind-rating. When you work with vinyl, you have to nail it loose, because when a house expands and contracts, if you nail it tightly, vinyl will look warped. Suiter: Vinyl is impervious to termites, and it can have a good paint warranty, as long as it’s painted well the first time.
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The choices for home siding can be as different as the individual people living under one roof. Custom-home builders and renovators work with a variety of siding materials, such as wood, brick,
vinyl and cement fiber. Local business owners Greg Burlos of Reliable Construction and Jeff Suiter of Suiter Construction Company commented on home siding materials, which are featured below from least to most expensive.
Wood Burlos: A lot of houses built in the 1980s were made with cedar siding. It’s good and bug-resistant. The problem with cedar is water damage. It absorbs so much water. In this climate, I don’t
Here is an addition Reliable Builders built matching the existing brick and vinyl siding. feel like wood is the best material to use because of the salt air, moisture and termites. It expands and contracts and expands and contracts. It should be painted every 5-7 years; That’s a significant amount of money. Suiter: In the 1980s if a house wasn’t made of brick, it was either vinyl or cedar siding. Cedar siding was fine and was readily available. Now, wood sidings aren’t as available as they were in the past, and the wood siding on the market is a lot more expensive. Wood also doesn’t hold paint as well.
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The most common manufacturers of this siding material, also referred to as “hardy plank,” are CertainTeed, JamesHardie and Cemplank. Burlos: On my own home, I use hardy plank and brick. I wanted to make my home as unfriendly to bugs as possible.
Termites can’t eat brick and they can’t eat cement board – no termite can eat my house. Hardy plank comes preprimed, but you have to put an additional primer on top. After you prime it with a product like Glidden Hydrosealer, use a 50-year caulk to caulk your joints properly; don’t skimp on caulk. Then cover your house with two coats of highquality latex paint, and pressure-wash your house once a year. The best time to wash off the mold and mildew is in the fall, or in November or December, because there’s no significant humidity until late May. If you do that, I feel strongly you have 25 years before you have to paint again. Suiter: In Charleston, probably over the last 1015 years, fibrous cement has been used more than any other type of product because it holds up so well, versus something like
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wood siding, which has more of a tendency to rot and is prone to termites. Wood also doesn’t hold paint as well. Hardy siding customers can get a 25-year warranty on the paint. It’s a very durable product, and it doesn’t rot, it doesn’t delaminate, and it doesn’t warp.
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Burlos: I love brick. There’s a saying: If you brick it, you don’t ever have to paint it. Brick is the most maintenance-friendly siding you can use. You don’t have to wash it unless you get some heavy mold. With brick, make sure it is installed properly. I tend to like brick as an accent on the house. Using brick around the trim makes it look pretty. Suiter: I still think brick is a fantastic product. It has lower maintenance costs than any other siding, but it costs more than hardy plank.
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Making yards more attractive to birds is called “birdscaping,” and it centers on offering a combination of food, shelter, water and places where birds can safely raise their young. “Attracting a variety of birds requires offering a variety of foods,” Danielle Motley owner of the Mount Pleasant Wild Birds Unlimited. “The best way to provide that food is through vegetation that produces nuts, berries, fruits, seeds and nectar. As fall is upon us it is important to provide plenty of fresh, high quality seed as birds bulk up for winter and fall migration. This is also a good time to provide high fat/high energy treats for the birds such as suet, peanuts and mealworms. Having a variety of shrubs, trees and/or brush piles will provide shelter to many birds. Danielle recommends using plants that are native to our south eastern climate and suitable for your yard’s type of soil. A clean source of water will also attract a wider variety of birds. Because their high metabolic rate and respiratory system drains moisture from their bodies quickly, birds need water just as much as they need food. Birds use water for more than just drinking; they also use it for bathing and preening their feathers. Clean feathers
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are important for birds’ health and optimum flying ability. Providing safe nesting places for raising young ensures the viability of your yard as an ongoing habitat. “People seek out the perfect neighborhoods in which to raise their children, and birds do the same,” said Danielle. There are many different styles of nesting boxes, including decorative, functional and bird-specific. Wild Birds Unlimited recommends that a functional nesting box meet these six requirements: !Designed for a specific species, according to its size and nesting requirements !Ventilation holes to prevent excess heat build-up !Easily cleaned !Easily mounted or hung !Durable to withstand several seasons of use !Drainage holes in the bottom of the house If you can appeal to songbirds by providing food, shelter, water, and places for birds to raise their young, you may also qualify for getting your yard certified as a “Certified Wildlife Habitat” through the National Wildlife Federation. For more information on “birdscaping” your yard visit Wild Birds Unlimited in Mount Pleasant or e-mail them at wbumtpleasant@yahoo.com.
SCE&G promotes energy efciency as part of energy awareness month October is Energy Awareness Month, and as the temperature cools, SCE&G is reminding customers of its EnergyWise programs that include a number of rebates and incentives to help customers save money and be more energy wise. “Saving energy is easier than ever before, thanks to the tools and resources available through our EnergyWise programs,” said Felicia Rhue Howard, director of SCE&G’s demand side management. “We’re committed to helping our customers find ways to be energy wise and save money, and these programs help give homeowners all the choices they need to make their home more energy efficient.” EnergyWise programs available to SCE&G residential customers include: ! ENERGY STAR Lighting - Provides customers with instant discounts of up to $3 per bulb (through Nov. 30) when purchasing select ENERGY STAR qualified lighting products from participating retailers. !Home Energy Check-up
- Includes a visual inspection to identify ways in which SCE&G residential customers can better manage energy consumption. Free to all SCE&G residential customers. # Home Performance with ENERGY STAR - Enables customers to receive rebates up to $2,500 for making home energy improvements recommended by a Building Performance Institute certified contractor. # Heating & Cooling and Water Heating Equipment Program - Includes cash-back rebates up to $525 on ENERGY STAR qualified central air conditioning systems and heat pumps and on nonelectric resistance water heating equipment from licensed contractors. # Heating and Cooling Efficiency Improvements Additional cash rebates up to $150 are also available for customers who make certain energy efficiency improvements to a home’s existing heating and cooling system. !ENERGY STAR New Homes - Provides rebates for builders while simultaneously offering homebuyers energy-efficient up-
grades on a new home and the opportunity to lower their monthly energy bills. # Natural Gas Appliance Conversion Rebates - Provides incentives for customers who switch to natural gas. !Customers who convert to a natural gas furnace, water heater (tank or tankless), cooktop or natural gas logs are eligible to earn bill credits up to $200. Additional information is available online: www. sceg.com/value. To learn more about the rebates and incentives available to SCE&G customers, as well as tips and ideas on how to be more energy wise, visit www. sceg.com/energywise or call 1-877-510-7234. Additional tips are available throughout the month of October via twitter: www. twitter.com/scegnews. Energy Awareness Month began in 1981 as American Energy Week, growing into the current one-month observance at the U.S. Department of Energy in 1986. President George Bush proclaimed October Energy Awareness Month in 1991.
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Fire prevention essential to safety Every 82 seconds a home fire breaks out, according to the National Fire Protection Agency. Fires can cause irreparable damage to homes and displace families. Last year, the American Red Cross, Charleston Region provided emergency assistance to 1,222 individuals affected by home fires in its seven county region of Beaufort, Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Hampton and Jasper Counties. The Red Cross is helping families learn how to pro-
tect themselves and others from fires in observance of National Fire Prevention Week, which is being observed this week. Recommendations: !Install smoke alarms on every level of the house and inside bedrooms. !Replace batteries in smoke alarms at least once a year. Test each alarm monthly by pushing the test button. !Ensure that household members know two ways to escape from every room and designate a place to
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meet outside of your house in case of a fire. Practice your plan at least twice a year. !Follow your escape plan in case of fire. Get out, stay out, and call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. Visit www.redcross.org/ homefires for additional fire safety tips. To make a donation to assist families impacted by residential fires contact the American Red Cross at 843-764-2323 ext. 386 or go to www.LowcountryRedCross.org.
fall designs. Dig out those throws you stored away in the spring and drape them over the sofas. The dining room is also a perfect place to create that feeling of autumn. Start with a great centerpiece arranged in an antique wooden bowl, filled
with seasonal colorful gourds, dried flowers and maybe even some pheasant feathers. Don’t be afraid to leave your tables set with fall linens, china and woven or wooden chargers. Even if you don’t use the dining room that often, a beautifully set table will give your home such a warm and inviting feeling. These are just a few Ideas to welcome this season into your home. Any room can be transformed by simply changing out a few accent pieces. Just think cool weather, quilts, mums and the warm colors fall has to offer. Remember, change is good, have fun and embrace all this changing season has to offer to you and your home. Happy fall y’all. Cherish the season, Patina Blu.
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This fall season conjures up thoughts of pumpkins, homecoming, football, oyster roasts, crackling fires and wonderful autumn blue skies. Fall also reminds us that soon to follow will be the company coming for the holidays, “Yikes.” Of course, this often means it’s time to give our homes a fresh new look as well. Start right at the front door by hanging a fabulous fall wreath, and then framing both sides with some colorful fall plants. The Lowcountry fall is just so wonderful because you can shut down the air-conditioning, open the windows and let the fresh cool breeze fill your homes. It’s just as important to bring that autumn feeling inside as well. You can start by switching out those fun summery pillows with some great
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“Big things come in small packages” is not the official theme of the third annual Mount Pleasant Home and Garden Show, but it should be. This small boutique show, being held Oct. 21-23 at the Omar Shrine Temple, has a lot to offer those homeown-
ers looking to build new, remodel or just upgrade certain segments of their home with new lighting, windows and countertops. More than three years ago, the Charleston Trident Home Builders Association, who also produces the
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insulating, such as an unconditioned crawl space or the areas below a garage or porch. For those areas, we offer the Ui Wall as a lowcost alternative product to poured concrete or concrete blocks. “Ui Wall panels are custom made for the home’s foundation and can be installed at the same time as the Superior Walls insulated foundation by our trained and certified crew members. This means a builder can use just one company for the complete foundation of a home and save on both labor and product costs.” The four-foot high Ui Wall, which is L-shaped for added stability, is 10-
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If you haven’t heard of The Coleman Collection yet, you must have been out of town for the summer. Mount Pleasant is officially on the map when it comes to furniture consignment. “This is a consignment shop?” is often uttered by first timers. Each item is hand-picked by its three interior designer owners, so half the work is already done for you. This time of year many are looking to spice up their homes with a festive flair. Sometimes last year’s décor just needs a makeover. The Coleman Collection has a varied and everchanging inventory, and
it’s the customers that keep it evolving and interesting. One can bring in their gently used items to consign and turn around and use those proceeds to spruce up their home. It’s both environmentally and economically sound. From antique sterling silver serving pieces to a “new” buffet for your dining room, The Coleman Collection will help you reinvent your home for those fabulous dinner parties you plan to throw this season. Don’t forget presents. Contemporary and antique art, stemware, china and varied accessories can be purchased for a fraction of their original price.
Free gift wrapping for smaller items and gift certificates are also available. Located in Northcutt Plaza at the corner of Houston Northcutt Boulevard and West Coleman Boulevard, The Coleman Collection is tucked back in the breezeway between the two sides of the mall. Send photos of any items to be considered for consignment to stephanie@ thecolemancollection, or call 654-9046. Also, check out their website (thecolemancollection.com), and Facebook page (facebook. com/thecolemancollection) for pictures and prices. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
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As if on cue, more fall-like temperatures rolled into the Lowcountry on Oct. 1, bringing welcomed relief after a long hot summer. I realize that football is the favorite fall activity for many Lowcountry residents. However, I prefer to spend my time in the garden. And it is a perfect time to do so. Beginning gardeners, and those new to the Lowcountry, frequently ask, “When is the best time to plant?” While we are fortunate to be able to plant yearround, experts agree that the best time to plant trees and shrubs is in the fall. Planting from midSeptember through mid-November is an ideal time because it allows plants to get rooted in during the cooler months while the plant’s growth above the ground (leaves, branches, flowers) slows and the stress of high temperatures is minimal. Now
is a great time to add shrubs for screening, to rework a foundation planting or to add a tree for shade. I think that it was in August, when the summer annuals began to struggle, that we began hearing the frequently asked question, “Where are the pansies?” At that point it was still too hot to plant our cool-season annuals. Thanks to our cooler temperatures, pansies, violas, snapdragons, nemesia, and alyssum are a few of the annuals that can be planted now. But what if you are looking for fall color in your yard? Reds, oranges, maroon, purple…those are the color I associate with fall. Garden centers are full of blooming plants which fit nicely into this category of great fall color. Of course there is no plant which says “It’s fall!” like chrysanthemums. But, that isn’t the only plant to choose from. Million bells, crotons, marigolds, cabbages, kales and ornamental
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Dunes West
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Sullivan's Island-Well maintained raised one story. Hardwood floors, built-in book shelves, fireplace and an elevator has been installed for your convenience approx. 3 years ago. Large screened porch has new roof! Rear deck added 3 yrs ago for grilling and hot tub! Don't miss this one. $795,000 Call today.
Beautiful Southern Living Home with inground pool and pool house. Spacious master suite. 5BR, 4.5BA $735,000
Pat Roberts Broker Associate, ABR, Short Sale/Foreclosure Certified Mobile: (843) 870-9314 E-mail: proberts@carolinaone.com
15 Eastlake Road/ION
1934 Enclave
5 BR/4.5 BA. Approx 3957sf HUGE PRICE REDUCTION! Double front porches with fabulous views of Eastlake in ION! $1,075,000
BIKE TO PALMETTO PARK 4BR, Screened porch, deck, Hardwood floors in living areas, open plan $430,000 - 2650+ square feet
Libby Smith
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837 Detyens Road Wakendaw Lakes
Executive Home In Gated Dunes West 2749 Rush Haven Dr
4 BR/2.5 BA. Approx 2666 sf. HUGE RENOVATION: new HVAC system, new roof, new windows, rewired and replumbed! $425,000 843.814.7515 Lsmith@carolinaone.com • www.LibbyAndSteveSmith.com
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River Views. 1300 Sq Ft Mother-in-Law Suite. 5 Bedrm 4.5 Bath, 4716 Sq Ft, Private Cul-de-Sac Custom Built as Builder's Personal Home
Toby Spahr
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3586 Toomer Kiln $415,000
27 Morgan Place Drive Deep Water Morgan Creek home located within Wild Dunes. Property comes with dock and two 40 foot boat slips, right in your back yard! 4200 sf. 5 Bdrs. and 41/2 Ba. Don’t let this pass you by! $1,748,000
Spectacular floorplan! 1 1/2 story home with a gourmet kitchen, a sun room, a formal dining rm., a large family rm. and 4 BRs on the first floor. The upstairs has a full Mother-in-Law suite with a full bath. With a large fenced backyard and a cul-desac across the street from this home; this home in Coatbridge, Park West is not to be missed!
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Deep Water Morgan Creek home located within Wild Dunes. Property comes with dock and two 40 foot boat slips, right in your back yard! 4200 sf. 5 Bdrs. and 41/2 Ba. Don’t let this pass you by! $1,748,000
Stunning, one of a kind executive home graciously situated under stately oak trees offers the opportunity to take advantage of the best of the Lowcountry. 5500 sf, 7 bd/4 1/2 ba brick home with in-law suite, pool and pool house. Convenient to amenities, shopping, schools, and all major highways - $875,000
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1193 Chersonese Round
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One of a kind building on the Wando River.
SULLIVAN'S ISLAND REDUCED!! Updated, sunny, 3 story beach house located on one of the quietest tree-lined residential streets at the end of the island near Ft. Moultrie. This 4 bedroom, 3 full bath home, has recently been updated with new granite countertops, cooktop and double oven and the kitchen is freshly painted. The spacious mother-in-law suite downstairs has it's own private entrance, full bath, built-in cabinetry, recessed lighting, 2 closets and brand new carpet. $895,000.
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1402 Hopeman
536 Island Walk West
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1275 Abercorn Trace $400,000
45 ft with 5 ft overhang boat slip in Wild Dunes Yacht Harbor. Close to fuel dock and inland waterway. Dock 1 large or 2 small boats. Great for rental. Security gate, private parking, water, electricity and cable avail. $133,000 843-697-1667 cell • cremington@carolinaone.com www.catharemington.com • www.IonHomesForSale.com
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Catha Remington ABR, GRI, SFR, REALTOR
This lovely home offers 2800+ square feet, 4 Br and 2.5 Ba and is a great value! This home has an open floor plan, formal areas and a sunroom. Located in the Retreat section of desirable Brickyard Plantation this home is on a quiet cul-de-sac and has a beautifully landscaped yard with a very private backyard with lots of trees.
Leesa Northrup 843-442-0987 Lnorthrup@carolinaone.com
42 Vincent Drive
2133 Rookery Lane Croghan Landing
EXPANSIVE VIEW OF SHEM CREEK 4bedrm/2ba brick ranch. Hardwood floors and vaulted beamed ceiling. Sunroom. $350,000
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Spectacular views on Stono River and marsh lot. Unique Custom 5bdrm home built in 2006 with 1300 + sq ft of wrap around porches, master on 1st floor with screened porch, 5 car garage with 3 bays. Close to 526. $735,000
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283 Molasses Lane
2770 Stamby Place
Beautiful, traditional home located in Hobcaw Point. Yacht club membership available. Home sits on 1/2 acre lot! 5 Bedrooms & 3 baths. 3461 sq’f. Just reduced to $600,000!
Cheryl Paul
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Brickyard Plantation. Executive 4 bedroom home on pond and cul-de-sac. Marble fireplace, granite counter tops. Porches. Amenities include boat landing, tennis, pool, clubhouse. $348000.
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Beautiful condo with lots of space and open floor plan in the desirable Retreat Section of Charleston Natl. Dual masters and wall of windows offers expansive views of the pond and golf course. One of the largest condos in The Retreat.
The Island at Belle Hall Plantation! Spectacular home with dramatically Northern Wando River and marsh views. Elevated home with a multitude of upgrades, including: 3 stop elevator, Brazilian cherry flooring, gourmet kitchen and more! 4bdr. 4 1⁄2 ba. 4208 s/f. $1,049,000. Call Dan to view!
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This 3BR, 3/1 BA unit has marvelous river views and luxury amenities – from a marble fireplace to Brazilian cherry floors to granite countertops. The unit also has secured parking and a private boat dock!
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Tips for saving money on DIY projects Next to buying a nice area rug, painting is probably the easiest way to change the look of a room. Unfortunately, home improvement stores are aware of this and they like to make you pay for it. If you only have a small space to paint, there’s no need to invest in a whole gallon of paint that’ll inevitably take up space in the garage or closet. Ask about small tester cans that can often be found for $5 or less in a variety of colors. When people order large amounts of custom paint, they often order too much. This paint gets returned to the stores, but the merchant can’t put such cans back on the shelf with the rest of the paint. If you’re in the right place at the right time, you might be able to get gallons of paint for around $5. 3. Buy lumber in bulk Working with lumber can be intimidating. It requires precise measurements and cuts, or you’ll end up wasting money and materials. Prices vary by lumber grade and wood type, so be aware of what materials are required to get the job done. 4. Generic vs. name brand Generic brand nails and screws are of-
ten up to par with the name brands, but cost significantly less. The same can be said for pipes and plumbing fixtures. Unpackaged fixtures in a bulk bin can have the same quality as their packaged counterparts on the shelf, but cost much less. Longevity is also something to consider when working on a plumbing project. Copper pipes and PVC pipes typically give you the most bang for your buck, lasting up to 60 years. 5. Caulk singles Caulk certainly won’t be the most expensive item on your home improvement list, but it’s useful for patching up holes and sealing cracks. If you want to keep some caulk around for projects that spring up, try out some caulk singles from General Electric. Much like the fast food ketchup packet, they’re enough for one project and cut back on waste and mess. Watch for coupons to home centers like the Home Depot that offer General Electric’s caulk singles. 6. Government rebates Now is a good time to replace your old windows and doors with more energy efficient ones.
In an effort to reduce energy consumption, the federal government is continuing to offer tax credits when you install Energy Star certified windows, doors and skylights. You can still get 10 percent-off for $200 worth of windows and skylights and a rebate of up to $500 for doors. 7. Buy reconditioned or rent power tools By renting, you’ll get the professional finish you want without having to cut corners on expensive equipment. Many power tool manufacturers have online outlets where they sell reconditioned tools at a discount. These tools are certified by the manufacturer, so you have a guarantee they’ll work. You can save even more when you use a Bosch Outlet coupon or a Bostitch Outlet free shipping code for discount power tools. 8. Used hand tools The garage sale may still be king for finding good deals on hand tools. Wrench sets, hammers and screwdrivers made by quality toolmakers like Craftsman and Stanley can stand the test of time and are as good today as they were 30 years ago. 9. Working together
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223 Grandpark Blvd. Wonderful custom designed home with all the bells and whistles. Gated community, private backyard, heartpine floors incredible master suite. This three bedroom with mother in law suite has so much to enjoy. Do not miss this one.
Katrina Johnson 843-452-2747 kjohnson@carolinaone.com
I'ON - 120 Civitas
2245 Parsonage Rd
One of the last opportunities to own a waterfront estate size tract (10.65 acres), on a deep water creek with river access, within the City of Charleston. Direct access to the Ashely River and Charleston Harbor this magnificent property is adorned with majestic live oaks and spectacular views. The site has multiple docks sites and over 900 feet of deep-water frontage. $2,400,000
Don't miss this all-round I'On jewel, complete with carriage house & picket fence! One of the best priced and in one of the most convenient locations in I'On 30 seconds or less gets you out of I'On. Like to walk to the grocery store or fitness center? 5 minutes tops. Up for a bike ride to the Waterfront Park? 10 minutes. Or, ride over the Ravenel Bridge, through downtown, have breakfast there…..and still be back home well before lunch. What a life! 4 BR/2.5 BA; 2441 SF, $628,000.
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If you’re thinking about stocking up on supplies for your most pressing project, consider the ways you can save when you do-it-yourself: 1. Big box vs. small stores For the frugal consumer, shopping smart is always a logical first step. When you’re shopping at the big-box home improvement stores like Home Depot and Lowes, there are always deals going down. The two heavyweight retailers are highly competitive and both stores offer price matching with an additional 10 percent discount on identical products advertised at a lower price at any competing store. Both stores also post weekly sales, discounts and rebates on their websites. On the other hand, locally owned home-supply stores, like Ace Hardware, often provide e-mail sign-ups that allow you to receive special deals on the same items you would find at the big-box stores. While you may not be able to purchase sheet rock, the smaller places may carry everything from plumbing supplies to finishing notes for your home. 2. Tester cans and used paint
Buyer beware: Foreclosed homes could mean mold
The glut of foreclosed homes on the market may seem like a bargain during this house-hunting season, but could turn into a bust because of the consequences of hidden mold. Unsuspecting home buyers, thinking they’ve nabbed a deal from the bank, could later feel like they need to rob a bank to pay for prohibitive mold removal costs that surface months after they’ve closed the deal. “There could be mold growing behind walls and underneath floors, but you can’t always see, smell or touch it,” says Jeff Dudan, CEO and founder of AdvantaClean, a national mold remediation franchise company with a locally owned franchise serving your area. “Once mold takes hold, it’s really tough to prevent it from spreading. The new buyer could spend thousands of dollars on mold remediation, an unexpected expense that can turn that bargain dream home into a nightmare.”
Forclosed and forgotten
As homes are foreclosed and vacated, the power is typically turned off.
In the winter month, vacant homes without heat are prime candidates for uncontrolled leaks, burst pipes and vandalism. Within minutes of water intrusion, excessive moisture begins to cause damage to structural components and finished surfaces. Left unchecked, the moisture can quickly result in mold growth and degradation of the quality of the indoor environment. Heading into the summer months, temperature and humidity levels skyrocket leading to conditions that are ripe for mold to grow unchecked.
Solution Home buyers can protect themselves from unexpected costs associated with mold issues. Pay for a mold inspection prior to purchasing a home by hiring an indoor air quality specialist to inspect for mold. If a problem is discovered, bring in a certified remediation company to properly remove the mold. “You should bring in mold specialists before you buy
the home to substantially reduce your risk of discovering a lingering mold problem,” says Dudan. “This small step could protect your investment.”
Litigation
There are an estimated 10,000 mold-related court cases nationwide There has been a 300 percent increase in litigation involving mold contamination over the past five years. The average mold claim costs $35,000 and may exceed $100,000.
About AdvantaClean – AdvantaClean is a nationwide franchise specializing in water removal, air duct cleaning, mold removal, dryer vent cleaning and indoor air quality solutions. The company is experiencing record growth as a recession-resistant, high margin, low overhead business opportunity. The company is headquartered in a 22,000 square foot state-of- the-art facility in Huntersville, N.C. For more information, visit www.advantaclean.com.
Late season care for your garden
As the summer garden season nears an end, don’t let your guard down. Keeping up with a few basic chores can improve your landscape’s beauty and reduce your workload next season. Removing weeds now before they go to seed will eliminate hundreds of weeds next season. Destroy invasive weeds, those that have gone to seed and perennials that may root in the compost pile. And mulch the soil if you haven’t already done so. Water thoroughly and whenever the top few inches are crumbly and slightly moist. Properly watered plants are better able to survive the rigors of winter. A layer of shredded
leaves, evergreen needles or woodchips will help suppress weeds, conserve moisture, moderate soil temperatures and improve the soil as they decompose. Replace faded annuals with cool season annuals, mums and other fall plants, decorative squash and pumpkins. And add a few fall containers to your front entrance, patio or deck. Keeping plants healthy throughout the growing season increases your overwintering success. Keeping hungry animals away from your landscape will help reduce the future risk of critters moving in and dining on your landscape. Melinda Myers has 30 years of horticulture experience and is an author and columnist. Myers’ web site is www.melindamyers.com.
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Thanks to the trend of people residing in their current homes longer than in previous years, homeowners nationwide are embracing ways to enhance the curb appeal of their houses. And, with a new federal energy tax credit of up to $500, there’s even more incentive for homeowners to upgrade their entryways. “Changes to the exterior keep a home ‘fresh-looking’ and create a rewarding home ownership experience,” said Tom Kraeutler, host of the national home improvement radio show The Money Pit. “Replacing a home’s entryway with a fiberglass door can significantly increase the curb appeal of a house while providing homeowners with enhanced energy efficiency benefits.” Kraeutler, whose program delivers home improvement tips and ideas to millions of people each week, recently redesigned his own home’s exterior using
the free online “My Saved Doors” and “Door Designer” tools from Therma-Tru. He selected Fiber-Classic Oak Collection fiberglass entry doors with Sedona glass in the doors and sidelites to complement his 1886 Colonial style home. “These new doors helped transform my home’s exterior and save me money,” said Kraeutler. “The fiberglass doors are four times more energy efficient than wood doors, so we’re saving every month on reduced energy bills. And, because we selected ENERGY STAR qualified door systems from Therma-Tru, we qualify for the $500 federal energy tax credit in 2011.”
Online Door Selection “Holding paint chips up against a wall is a simple way to see what a change will look like inside the home,” said Kraeutler. “Obviously you can’t hold up differ-
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ent doors to the exterior of your house. The ‘Door Designer’ and ‘My Saved Doors’ tools are even better than sample chips because these online services show you what different door styles look like on a variety of home styles.” The “Door Designer” program (located at www.thermatru. com/products/door-designer/) allows homeowners to select a house style that matches their own home. The next step is to select a door shape and style that are electronically inserted on the sample house. Homeowners can customize the on-screen entryway by “trying on” different door styles and glass packages, along with selecting various colors for the sample home’s exterior, roof and façade. The “My Saved Doors” tool (located at http://www.thermatru. com/MyThermaTru) allows ho-
meowners to upload a photo of their existing home to the site and then browse Therma-Tru’s online product catalog to select doors they like. The tool allows people to save the doors they select and make side-by side comparisons to the features they like best while looking at the picture of their own home on the screen. Finally, homeowners can save and print out their final selections to share with family and friends via e-mail, Facebook and Twitter. Therma-Tru also offers the Picture Perfect Virtual Designer that provides homeowners with the opportunity to upload pictures of their own home and make changes online by swapping in different door styles. Homeowners can contact their contractor or dealer to use this online tool or order a personal copy at www.thermatru.com/ orderPP. After selecting your main entry
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door, Kraeutler suggested adding trim pieces to complete the entrance. “For that I’d recommend going to www.fypon.com to locate synthetic pilasters, crossheads and pediments to actually ‘surround’ the door,” said Kraeutler. “These pieces are the ‘icing on the cake’ for a home’s entrance. They’re lightweight and easy to install, extremely decorative, and best of all, they resist moisture, insects, termites and humidity” To view the extensive collection of fiberglass entry doors and decorative glass packages available from Therma-Tru, visit the website at www.thermatru. com. For additional information on the federal government’s 2011 tax credits available to homeowners, visit the website at www.energystar/taxcredit. And, to see a selection of Fypon entrance trim pieces, visit the website at www.fypon.com.
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