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House and Home
Where you live and how you maintain the place you call home are some of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. Do South ® is here to help! We’ve partnered with local experts who have both the professionalism and experience needed to help with everything from finding, financing and insuring your home, designing your interiors, and even finding the right people to call for services such as utilities, lawncare, plumbing, heating and air, and roofing.
When you utilize these local businesses, you give back to our community, making it an even better and stronger place to call home!
Go green with paperless billing! As an AOG customer, you can enjoy the convenience of paperless billing while making a positive impact on the environment. With paperless billing, there are no statements to misplace and less clutter in your mailbox. And you can pay your bill online in a matter of minutes. But there's more. Paperless billing also benefits the environment by reducing paper consumption and cutting down on waste. By eliminating your paper bills, you can save tons of paper and preserve hundreds of trees. For more information, visit aogc.com.
Chaffee Crossing Branch 9433 Harmony Ridge Road Fort Smith, Arkansas chuckfawcettrealty.com 479.651.2092
Chuck Fawcett Realty, Inc. is the trusted name in home, commercial, and land real estate in Fort Smith. Where you live has such a huge influence on your happiness. Searching for your next home can seem like wandering through a maze. We will be happy to guide you through the process. Let us show you the brand-new Lakeside Crossing at Chaffee Crossing where you can spend time enjoying the outdoors by taking advantage of all that Chaffee has to offer. High efficiency, beautiful homes sitting next to Wells Lake and ready for you to enjoy! Call for more information.
3110 Alma Highway, Van Buren, Arkansas cbankandtrust.com 479.474.1201
If you live in Van Buren, Alma, Mountainburg, or Cedarville and are ready to own your own home, get that awesome cabin, or buy that piece of land, then look no further. Citizens Bank & Trust Company has been serving Crawford County and only Crawford County for over one hundred twenty-five years and nobody knows this area better than we do. We have the products and services to help you get that dream home. Stop by any location today and see how we can serve you, as you get closer to your goals.
Elite Roofing is locally-owned-and-operated. We were here when the last storm hit, we will be here when the next one does, and we will be here every day in between. We do residential and commercial roofing and are here to serve you with the best quality possible. We work with all insurance companies and are licensed and insured in both Arkansas and Oklahoma. At Elite Roofing we understand that your home will probably be the largest investment you will ever make. We take pride in knowing that when it comes to your roofing needs we have you covered!
Your Time to Sparkle: Fall Cleaning
Checklist
Transition into fall by giving your home a proper cleaning! Use our handy checklist to have your home organized and spotless in just one week. Find our general interior, exterior and lawn & garden checklist at DoSouthMagazine.com!
Supplies
Bucket Step ladder Broom Vacuum Mop Paper towels Dust pan Plastic bags Cleaning rags Household cleaners Rubber gloves Tequila (just kidding…kind of)
Laundry Room
☐ Wipe down washer and dryer exterior. ☐ V acuum dryer lint trap and under washer and dryer. ☐ Clean inside the washing machine and sink.
Bathrooms
☐ R emove counter items and clean countertops. ☐ W ash shower curtains and liners. ☐ Clean showerheads, removing to clean any sediment. ☐ Check tile , grout, and caulk, replacing if necessary to eliminate water damage. ☐ Clean and organize all cabinets and drawers. ☐ Discar d expired medications, replace and restock for fall/winter illnesses.
Kitchen ☐ Clean and or ganize pantry, freezer and refrigerator, discarding expired items. ☐ Clean micr owave inside and out. ☐ Clean o ven. ☐ Dust tops of cabinets and refrigerator. ☐ Pull r efrigerator away from wall, vacuum coils and clean-up dirt, dust and debris. ☐ Check and r eplace water filters (if necessary) in refrigerator. ☐ Remove all counter items and clean countertops. ☐ Disinf ect disposal and clean sinks. ☐ Clean f ood trap in dishwasher. ☐ Sweep and mop under appliances.
Bedrooms
☐ Swap out war drobe, from summer to fall. ☐ W ash bed skirt, covers and pads. ☐ Swap summer bedding f or winter bedding. ☐ R otate/flip mattresses. ☐ V acuum under beds, and closet floors.
Home Office
☐ Shred unnecessary paperwork. ☐ Clean and dust c omputers. ☐ Update computer software and virus protection. ☐ Change important passwords. ☐ Be gin to organize tax documents. ☐ R eview and update insurance policies.
Lawn and Landscape, Inc. 4504 Industrial Park Road Van Buren, Arkansas froudlawn@gmail.com 479.431.7727
For a tip-top, beautiful lawn you need to be vigilant about fertilizing, controlling weeds, and aerating. You don’t have to take on that task yourself! Froud Lawn and Landscape gives you back valuable time and removes yard stress from your life. A beautiful lawn is our specialty and we’re just a phone call away! Give us a call today for a free estimate.
At GreatHouse Fixtures, you will discover the inspiration and products needed to make your new construction or remodel a success. With today’s latest trends in the plumbing and lighting industry, GreatHouse Fixtures also offers a range of complimentary services to make your project easier such as private personal appointments and premium delivery services accompanied by dedicated and trained staff. Since 1968, our showroom has offered traditional to transitional products in major brands at every price point. Pass the big box store and online purchasing and visit our 9,000 sq. ft. showroom with personal customer service and unique products to make your home great with GreatHouse Fixtures or visit us online to create your wish list today!
Lumber One is the area’s only locally-owned-and-operated lumber yard since opening in May, 2002. Lumber One is full-service, here to provide a level of service that sets us apart as the best in the marketplace against our competition. We can supply you with the materials to tackle your projects whether you’re a professional home builder, commercial contractor or do-it-yourselfer. Lumber One is part of the Greater Fort Smith Association of Home Builders. Let our experts give you the assistance you need and the materials to get the job done right!
Find them on Facebook 479.431.7719
Lyons Plumbing and Custom Designs is your one call for all things home! Specializing in bathroom remodeling, we have dominated the local market with our knowledge of custom home design. Owner Joe Lyons is a Master Plumber/Plumbing Contractor in both AR and OK and has served the River Valley for more than fourteen years. Co-Owner Lyndsee Littleton-Lyons is a local REALTOR and designer who can help your vision come to life. In addition to remodeling and custom floor installation, we also offer full-service plumbing, including new home construction, gas repair/installation, and plumbing services calls. To get the job done right the first time, look no further than Lyons Plumbing and Custom Designs!
Family owned and operated, we pride ourselves on fabricating and installing the finest stone. We purchase our stone from a variety of importers for an outstanding selection of style, color & quality. We offer granite, marble, quartz, travertine, quartzite, and onyx. We know you have options when shopping for natural stone, and we thank you for making your home Majestic for more than fifteen years. Call us for your next project!
Martin’s Heating & Air is a family-owned business established by Buford and Kim Martin in 2005. We offer high-quality heating, cooling, and indoor air quality products with an “Out of this World” level of customer service at the best value for your money. Our mission is to provide a comfortable, safe, and healthy environment for our customers. We give back with our “Love is in the Air” and “Feel the Love” campaigns, scholarships to high school seniors, and donations to local charities. In 2019, we were voted Times Record’s Best of the Best Heating & Air Service Company and hope to win it again in 2020. Thank you, River Valley!
1414 Fayetteville Road Van Buren, Arkansas Find them on Facebook 479.474.4505
Looking for the perfect color and the perfect paint? You’ll find it at The Paint Store in Van Buren – we’re here to help! Hands down, the most popular colors can be found here – on large, real sheetrock and wood samples! Details count when it comes to paint, so we ask a lot of questions to enable us to share the best tips and techniques. For thirty-two years we've kept records of the paint you use – you can depend on consistency with us. Higher quality, better service, excellent knowledge – The Paint Store in Van Buren.
Find them on Facebook 479.739.1716
Progressive Plumbing, Inc. has been locally-owned-andoperated for twenty-eight years here in the River Valley. Some of your favorite places in town we were a part of creating. New homes, remodels and new construction work is not where we stop, we strive to give back to the community and also love to help others who are in need. Charity homes, donations, military work and sponsorships are a part of our core mission. Our owner/ operator Benjamin James is always looking for new exciting projects and loyal partnerships to be a part of. Call today to discuss how we can work together!
Shelter Insurance, Brent Lovell 3444 Old Greenwood Road Fort Smith, Arkansas shelterinsurance.com 479.646.1700
I have served local Shelter Insurance customers for many years and helped generations of families get the right coverage at the right price. My commitment to helping our customers does not stop when they sign their policies – they know they can contact me at any time. If you have an insurance question or are interested in learning more about Shelter, feel free to contact my office. Proudly serving Fort Smith, Arkansas and surrounding areas. States licensed: Arkansas and Oklahoma.
Designers have taken on new challenges since the pandemic. Clients are rethinking how they use their spaces and whether their homes can accommodate the changes they are forced to make. Whether your home becomes a classroom or your new office, it is important to create an environment that can have multiple uses. There is also a need for reassurance and security. In the next few months, we may see colors change toward more natural tones as consumers look for a sense of tranquility. As we find ourselves confined for long stretches of time, it is important that our environment not only support productivity, but also feel relaxing and safe. Call today for your consultation.
Why choose Westark Plumbing and Expert Drain Services? We’ve been serving our community through our service and volunteerism since 1993. We stand behind our work and our local vendors support us with their products. We stand out from the competition through our organization & productivity, honesty, availability, and excellent work ethic combined with the licensing and the right equipment to get the job done. While our service technicians are out in the field, our office staff are working hard to ensure you get the service you deserve. Trust is our main asset! Please call on us for all of your water, sewer, gas and grease concerns.
Fort Smith, Greenwood, Van Buren, Arkansas yeagershardware.com
For over sixty years, Yeager Ace Hardware has been your go-to store in the River Valley. We have remained open as an essential business, and you can now shop online at acehardware.com and either pick up in person or have your order delivered. You can also text our main phone number to have questions answered or have your order gathered up, then call us when you are here for us to bring to you curbside. We are all about keeping you safe! New to Yeager’s, we now have Ben by Benjamin Moore paint at all locations. We also have masks, household cleaners, and hand sanitizers. We price match, guaranteed!
Read Chair Publishing, LLC 4300 Rogers Avenue, Suite 20-110 Fort Smith, AR 72903
