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Letter From the President

Dear Readers, Welcome to the Parade of Homes edition of the Central Keystone Living Magazine. This will be my last column in this magazine as the President of the Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Harrisburg. It was been my pleasure to serve as HBA President and to communicate with you, the residents of Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry Counties about home buying, remodeling and all topics that relate to home.

Part of our mission here at the HBA is “serving as a respected community resource”. To serve you the people of this region with the best information possible to help you make wise decision regarding your Dream Home. That is why we publish this magazine. To provide insights from industry experts regarding the home. We want to make you the most knowledgeable audience in the state so that you can make sound decisions for you and your family.

Gary Lenker Donco Construction

And being a community resource is why we host this Parade of Homes. At the 40 Parade sites you can see a variety of lifestyles that fit most any member of our community. You will see outstanding craftsmanship, the latest designs and the use of materials in harmonious ways that make your dream home come true. You can talk to the Builders and their representatives about this product they are so proud of. You can literally “kick the tires” to see what home design, location and builder best fit you and your lifestyle.

One other thing as I leave as the HBA’s President. I remain extremely concerned about housing affordability. It is our calling to provide safe, decent and affordable housing to you the resident of the Harrisburg region. But that calling is become more challenging each year, especially when it comes to affordability. A recent study shows that 24.3% of the final price of a new home is due to laws and regulations from all levels of government. And of that, 14.6% of the final house price is due to regulatory costs imposed during the lot’s development.

Your HBA, with its members living beside you in our community, will continue to advocate for reduced regulatory burdens while maintaining high levels of safety. We want the school teacher, the policeman, the fireman, the store clerk to reside in the communities where they work. And we want our children to be able to live and work in our communities and find that affordable home that is appropriate for them.

Best wishes – and enjoy the 2016 Parade of Homes

President, Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Harrisburg

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Contents Central Keystone Living Magazine is owned by the Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Harrisburg.

FALL 2016

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Letter From the President

Cover Story Our Mission: Supporting Building Industry Professionals & Serving as a Respected Community Resource.

PRESIDENT Gary Lenker, Donco Construction

VICE PRESIDENT Paul Hepler, Yingst Homes, Inc.

TREASURER Bill Pierce, Fulton Mortgage Company

SECRETARY Mark Toto, Budget Blinds of Susquehanna Valley

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Vicki Shannon, CMP, CGB, Golf Enterprises, Inc.

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT Wayne Keech, Affiliated Settlement Services Group

BUILDER DIRECTORS Meghann Connor, Connor Design-Build, LLC Russ Goodling, Russell C. Goodling Construction Bobbie Van Buskirk, A.P. Williams, Inc. Bryan Rodriguez, Ryan Homes Sherry Krodel, HOME-TIME Renovation, LLC Terry Loughran, Bridlewood Builders Josh Juffe, TriCorner Communities

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ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Linda McMasters, Linda@HarrisburgBuilders.com

MEMBERSHIP SERVICES DIRECTOR Bob Price, Bob@HarrisburgBuilders.com

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Have Your Cake and Eat It Too

A Father’s Legacy at Grayhawk Landing Nestled in the northwest corridor of Central Pennsylvania, Grayhawk Landing is a community concept new to the region, being developed

by Spinnaker Property Management, a commercial and residential real estate investment and development company. If Spinnaker doesn’t ring a bell, you may be familiar with Spinnaker’s managing partner, Jeff Taylor, son of the late Charles J. Taylor, both impressive, and local, real estate entrepreneurs.

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ake a meandering drive along Carlisle Pike in Mechanicsburg and you'll see a new community development. Of course, you’ve seen the start of housing developments on many other drives, but this one is different.

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Surrounded by beautiful farmlands and the Blue Mountains that form the eastern edge of the Appalachians, Grayhawk Landing is on Rich Valley Road, in Silver Spring Township, one of the fastest growing areas in the state of Pennsylvania. Located in the award-winning Cumberland Valley School District, it is within walking distance to the high school, middle school, and elementary school. The community is also just minutes away from unique shopping, diverse culinary delights, historic homes, local breweries, vineyards, and a thriving arts community.

What’s most interesting, however, is Spinnaker’s groundbreaking approach to building this new community. Grayhawk Landing will feature beautifully appointed lots with the choice of several unique home plans… designed and built by four distinctive, and prestigious, local homebuilders – Roland Builder, Inc., Martin Homes, Inc., Fred Tiday & Sons, and Beracah Builders. All have committed to building a community with one principle in mind… Legacy.

The Grayhawk Landing builders each possess these characteristics: family-owned, professional, successful and multi-generational.

Beracah Builders, Fred Tiday Builders, Martin Homes and Roland Builder all live and work within the local Central Pennsylvania community. They reflect on the core principles of their founders and a focus on quality, integrity, craftsmanship and enduring value.

With over 100 years of combined experience, this team has a portfolio of award-winning homes and numerous homeowner accolades. Their success spans through generations of grandfathers, fathers and sons; each generation continually building on the values and principles of their forefathers.

“Grayhawk Landing is a unique project,” beamed Taylor, “and it deserved to have extraordinary builders. We think we’ve chosen wisely. All are local building companies, staffed by people who live and work within our community. They are committed to quality and just as dedicated as we are to integrity, craftsmanship and enduring value.”

Roland Builders

Roland Builder Inc. began as a husband and wife team 40 years ago, and has matured into a family owned and operated business, with everyone working together to exceed customer expectations. Roland Builder prides itself on building homes of incomparable quality and impeccable design, exhibiting a standard of excellence and commitment to quality that homebuyers have come to expect.

Michael L. Martin, Inc. has been building homes in Central Pennsylvania since 1969. Over the years, the company has grown to include commercial work and land acquisition, as well as remodeling and renovations services. Mike and his team have built nearly 600 high-quality homes over the past four decades, providing exceptional designs and innovative floor plans that compliment modern lifestyles.

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Beracah Builders is a locally owned and operated family business offering years of experience in residential new home construction, real estate sales, and customer service. Along with an unwavering commitment to quality and excellence, Beracah Builders specializes in making the process of building dream homes an enjoyable experience. Every Beracah Builders home has a RWC Warranty.

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Grayhawk Landing is the culmination of decades of work on the part of Jeff Taylor, and his late father, Charles. “My dad purchased the Grayhawk Landing land in the early 1970s,” stated Taylor.

“From (my father’s) first visit, he envisioned a community that would capture the magnificent, majestic views of its surroundings. In 2010, my dad died from cancer. After 43 years of family ownership and 4 years of planning, I decided to bring his dream to reality with the development of a new community.”

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To honor one of his father’s favorite pasttimes, Jeff named the neighborhood after a place where his mother and father enjoyed the surrounding and magnificent views, a golf course named Grayhawk in Scottsdale, AZ. Grayhawk Landing is centrally located to Hershey, Harrisburg, Lancaster, York and Gettysburg. With close proximity to major routes, airports and the Pennsylvania Turnpike means that commuting to Baltimore, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and New York City is convenient as well.

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The Evolution of Residential Flooring

By Kim Reichard, Touch of Color Design Group

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hen consumers think about purchasing new flooring for their home, what do you think is on the top of their wish list? Beautiful flooring that matches a specific design style? A durable material that will withstand the everyday challenges of an active home? Perhaps flooring that is easy to install and that has no maintenance In today’s flooring industry, there are a multitude of products that can meet all of these expectations. Residential trends along with other home design trends continue to play a fundamental role in the flooring industry. These style elements can remain constant in some areas while rapidly changing in others.

Wood grains continue to be a driving force for all flooring products. The fastest growing segment of wood grain design is being offered across the board in all flooring catergories. We have gotten away from the standard, narrow strip oak look and have gone to wide widths with a variety of interesting finishes; hand rubbed, oiled, scraped, wire brushed, fumed and flamed.

The rustic wood looks are becoming more sophisticated looking. Texture is so important to today’s consumer, not just for the visual effect, but people like to touch and feel a variety of different finishes. As the texture increases in wood grain products, the gloss level is decreasing. We are seeing very low gloss levels which give them a very matte appearance. The reclaimed, re-purposed, “Industrial Chic” style remains a dominant trend for both residential and commercial markets. This look is not as rustic as it was in years past as it comes with a refined wood grain with less knots and rich hand-rubbed finishes. This rich look of the new hardwoods has transcended into the very popular luxury vinyl plank category.

One of the biggest reasons homeowners are attracted to luxury vinyl planks is its ability to replicate high-end looks of today’s popular hardwood and ceramic floors but with a much lower price tag. LVP manufacturers are able to use 3D technology and transfer images to a vinyl plank or vinyl tile products. The flooring not only replicates the look of real wood or stones but it also reproduces color variations and texture. From popular

gray tones to wider and longer planks that include hand-scraped and wire brushed looks, LVP and LVT products are the latest in flooring trends.

Each season new shapes and sizes naturally emerge into the ceramic and porcelain tile market. We mentioned that wood look tile has been established as a favorite this year. The trend in the wood looks is shifting somewhat to incorporate multiple uses for this product line. No more do we just install it on floors. We are taking it to walls, ceilings, shower walls and shower pans. Look for these planks in interesting patterns, especially herringbone. Another tile trend that is here to stay is the cement-look tile. Cement visuals will take on a large format size, with rectangles being the driving force. Softer and warmer colors like gray tones and taupe make cement looks suitable for all types of design. Just like the wood looks, brick tiles are getting a facelift with painted looks. Painted brick has that retro look with a contemporary flair. This year we are not only seeing that brick look on walls but it’s been taken to the floors as well.

Another classic high end look that everyone is after is the look of marble. Porcelain tile has come to play in this design trend with a variety of shapes and sizes from large format polished looks to small, unique mosaic shapes. This enduring classic marble look with its white background and grey veining has huge appeal for today’s consumer. The looks are more realistic than ever with a fraction of a marble price tag.

Flooring is the single biggest visual element in the home today.

It sets the mood for the home and ties the house together.

Today’s home owners have endless choices. If you would like to see the inspiring trends in today’s market, contact me for all of your flooring needs. Creating that unique look is what I do best.

Kim Reichard Touch of Color Design Group Regional Design Center Manager 717-439-6978 HarrisburgBuilders.com

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Do you know your

HomeOwner's Insurance PLAN?

By Wendy Deibler Deibler Insurance Associates

Do you fully understand the ins and outs of your homeowner’s insurance plan? What IS and IS NOT covered? It is important to understand your coverage before a loss occurs. The simplest things in life can have a major impact on your coverage. Be sure to take the time to sit down with your agent, and ask the important questions. Below are some common questions and concerns.

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My landlord is requiring me to purchase renter's insurance. Why? Why does my landlord care if I protect my personal belongings or not?

I don’t live in a flood zone – I don’t need flood insurance.

Be careful what you post on Social Media…. Online reviews and comments are daily activities for most people today.

One in 5 people are under the belief that their homeowner’s policy will cover some water damage since they are not in a high risk area. Your homeowner’s policy does not provide coverage for any type of surface water, whether you are in a high risk zone or not. Even if you are not in a flood zone, you can suffer from water damage from sudden thaw of heavy snow, overflow from a neighbor's collapsed above ground pool, or a water main break. More than 20 percent of flood claims are from people who live outside of high risk areas. Those that are in a lower risk area can purchase a policy for significantly less than you would think.

Whether it’s a massage, a restaurant meal or a new car – there is no shortage of places in the digital world where you can share your opinions. Yet one potential consequence of posting a negative review may be an accusation of libel.

(Making a false statement that is damaging to a person’s reputation, character, etc.) Businesses may retaliate against individuals who post false/negative online reviews about their business and bring charges. Does your homeowner’s policy cover that? Many policies do cover unintentional libel/slander under the liability section of the policy unless you knowingly or intentionally made a false statement.

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Most renters do not realize that renters insurance protects their belongings, but in addition it contains important liability protection, for bodily injury or property damage to others. This is why the landlord cares. If you left a candle burning, which accidentally sets the building on fire, the landlord would have the right to recover any damages from you. Many times this provision is specifically addressed in your lease agreement. The renter’s insurance policy will protect you for certain damages to the building that you did not intend. Renter's insurance is usually less than $200 annually and will provide you with this very important liability protection, as well as protect your belongings. Without it, you could be forced to reimburse the landlord or the landlord’s insurance company out of your own pocket for any damages that you may have caused.

I only purchased my home for $200,000 – why is my insurance agent saying I need to insure it for $350,000??

When you buy homeowner's insurance, you’re not insuring the market value of your home. After a catastrophic loss you wouldn’t be concerned about the market value, you would want your home to be rebuilt, just the way it was before the loss. Most times replacement cost can be much higher than market value.

Original construction of a home on virgin land can be much less expensive to build than reconstruction after a loss due to more aggressive time frames to get you back in your home, as well as debris removal costs and additional time required to work around existing structures, etc. Although you think you might save a few bucks by insuring at the lower amount, you could end up much worse financially if a disaster hits.

19% of homes are undervalued today.

Your home is your biggest investment… isn’t it worth a few extra dollars to have the proper protection?

I just saved a bunch of money by installing solar panels at my home!

Great – you saved a lot of money, but a claim hits and you call your insurance agent to replace the solar panels. Are they covered?

They may not be and there goes your savings! Did you discuss this with your agent prior to installing the solar panels?

It could affect the insurance value of the home, but also to determine if you have the proper coverage. Solar energy use has grown by about 20% each year for the past 15 years. Many solar energy users sell the generated electricity back to the utility company in exchange for a lower energy bill, or in exchange for cash.

This creates a “business relationship” and most homeowner’s policies do not cover any business property or liability. Talk to your agent – make sure you are properly protected.

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I don’t need a $1,000,000 Personal Umbrella Liability Policy – that’s only for millionaires!

ANYONE can be involved in a serious accident, or cause a serious injury to others. Most of the time incidents are caused by simple negligence like forgetting to lock the fence around a swimming pool, or being involved in an automobile accident.

Accidents of this nature have the potential to cause significant injury to others, and subsequently financial catastrophe, especially to people with little financial means. And you would be surprised how LITTLE a $1,000,000 Umbrella Liability policy would cost. Usually less than $150 annually!

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I am super careful, I never put any personal information online, or purchase online, and I am NOT concerned about identity theft.

Most policies that provide liability protection will exclude any injury arising out of liquor sales. If you are selling alcohol at your wedding then you must obtain a liquor license, and purchase liquor liability. BUT if you are providing free liquor, check with your insurance agent, you should have some liability protection for providing it free of charge. That way if your uncle had too much to drink and falls while doing the chicken dance, you will be better protected! It’s also wise to hire a professional bartender that has their own liquor liability.

You and your children can still be at risk for identity theft.

Children’s identities are stolen 51 times more than adult's are.

They are easy targets because they don’t open bank accounts, apply for jobs, or take out loans. This makes it easy for identity thieves to use a child’s identity for years, or even decades before it’s ever discovered. Does your homeowner’s policy provide coverage for identity theft??? If your insurance carrier provides this coverage, you will be surprised to find out how inexpensive it is to cover you and your entire family!

People love cool new toys! Golf carts, Boats, ATV’s, hover boards, drones, and new motorized bicycles!! They’re just household property…. my homeowner's will cover this!

My neighbor's tree fell on my house….I’m calling HIS insurance company!

Are you sure??? Many homeowner's policies and automobile policies specifically exclude or limit coverage for these items for physical damage (theft, collision, fire) as well as liability (injury to another person or property). Check with your insurance agent….you will be surprised to know that many of these items are not covered, but coverage can be readily available.

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Trees can be tricky but for the most part homeowners are responsible for what falls into their own yard. So in this case, your own homeowner's insurance would need to respond for damage to your home, as well as debris removal. The same is true in reverse. If your tree falls onto your neighbor’s

property then the neighbor should file a claim with his or her homeowner's insurance. There are exceptions…for example, when a neighbor was fully aware that his or her tree was in jeopardy of falling, and did not take the steps to safely remove the tree before falling. Talk things out with your neighbor before things escalate to that point. Things like windstorms and heavy winds are unavoidable, but removing a dead or partially fallen tree is within one's control.

My water company keeps sending me information to buy insurance for the underground water pipes….They are just trying to sell me additional stuff that I don’t need – My homeowner's covers that….Doesn't it??

In most cases NO. There are insurance companies that are starting to offer some additional coverage to provide some reimbursement for costs associated with damage to underground utility and service lines, and cost of excavation. Check with your agent!

I have been making some great extra money with my at home skin care and makeup line consulting business!! I do this out of my home primarily, so my homeowner’s policy would protect me for that, Right?

Wrong! All homeowner's policies exclude property and liability claims arising out of a business. There are certain situations in which a simple property and liability rider can be added to your homeowner's policy. Other situations would require a separate Commercial Property and Liability policy. So when you apply a new cream to your customer's face and a severe rash or irritation occurs – are you covered? Probably not! Discuss any and all business related situations with your agent!

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The message is pure and simple. Read your policy declarations page and review the full policy, specifically the exclusions. It’s not only important to know what IS covered, but more importantly what is NOT. When in doubt, ask your insurance agent.

It is highly recommended to schedule regular appointments with your insurance agent to review the policy coverages, limitations, and exclusions.

Even minor changes in life can impact your insurance needs!

Talk to your agent. Any good agent would be happy to schedule time on a regular basis to re-review your insurance needs and make any necessary adjustments.

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By Erik M. Hume, McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC

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hen shopping for a new home, buyers frequently ask whether a property is subject to a homeowners’ association, or HOA. But what does it mean when a community has an HOA? In its most basic sense, a homeowners’ association is an organization that has authority and responsibility over certain aspects of a community. It is created by a document, usually called a “Declaration,” that is recorded in the public land records. An association’s powers, duties and obligations come from its governing documents as well as Pennsylvania law.

Homeowners’ associations have been part of residential development for decades. In Pennsylvania, most new homeowners’ associations are part of what are called “planned communities.” The Pennsylvania legislature adopted the law authorizing planned communities in 1996 as a way to standardize what, until then, had been a process with few rules. The Pennsylvania Uniform Planned Community Act sets forth the framework for modern planned communities and how homeowners’ associations operate.

Planned communities take many forms in Pennsylvania, including communities with single family homes on subdivided lots, communities with attached homes (like townhomes and duplexes) and mixed use communities that contain multiple housing types along with commercial users. Despite these variations, all planned communities share the same basic structure. According to the Planned Community Act, if an individual homeowner is required to pay for the “real property taxes, insurance, maintenance, repair, improvement, management, administration or regulation of any portion of the [community] other than the portion or interest owned solely by the [homeowner],” that is, by definition, a “planned community.”

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All planned communities are divided into two portions, the “units” and the “common elements.” The units are the portions owned by the individual homeowners. A unit can take many different forms – it can be a subdivided lot with a home on it, like a traditional subdivision, an individual townhome without a subdivided lot, an apartment-style home or a variation of any of the above. Regardless of how the planned community is structured, just like the owners of a detached single family home on a lot, planned community homeowners are the sole owners of fee simple title to their units.

All planned communities also have common elements. Common elements can include items as simple as a community sign, or larger facilities such as stormwater detention ponds, bicycle or walking trails or paths, private streets, open spaces or other amenities that are available for the use and enjoyment of all of the homeowners in the planned community. The number, type and configuration of the common elements vary by community.

Because a planned community has common elements that serve several owners, if not the entire community, someone must own and maintain those common elements. That’s where the homeowners’ association comes in. The principal role of a homeowners’ association is to own and administer the common elements.

Homeowners’ associations can have other roles under the Planned Community Act. The Act allows a developer (called a “declarant” under the Act) to grant the association the right to regulate the use of the common elements. A declarant can also require that before any improvements are made to a unit in the planned community, they must be reviewed and approved by the association. The association can also create and enforce rules and regulations for the community.

The members of the homeowners’ association are the unit owners. When unit owners purchase their units, they are also buying ownership interests in the association. The ownership interests are only transferrable with the units – the unit and the ownership interest in the association attached to that unit cannot be owned by separate people. As members of the association, the unit owners get to vote on the election of officers and other items of association business.

In order to fund its operations, the association can charge assessments against the unit owners. The frequency and amount of these assessments depends upon the number and type of units and common elements in the community as well as the maintenance to be performed by the association. For example, a single family home community where the association’s only duty is to maintain the stormwater system may only have small assessments charged a couple of times per year. By contrast, a townhome community where the association maintains the

exterior of the units and several common element amenities such as pools and trails may need to charge larger assessments on a monthly basis to cover its expenses. In order to ensure that assessments are collected, the Planned Community Act imposes a lien against each unit for unpaid assessments for the benefit of the respective association, and associations also have the power to bring lawsuits.

The Uniform Planned Community Act requires that the declarant provide prospective purchasers with a “public offering statement.” The public offering statement includes copies of all of the principal documents for the planned community, as well a narrative description of the community. When looking at a home in a planned community, it is very important that you thoroughly review the public offering statement to have a better understanding of the community.

Homeowners’ associations are an important tool for building a great community – they can maintain important infrastructure like stormwater management systems and roads, operate community amenities and ensure that standards for use and appearance are maintained. With some research and understanding, you can feel confident moving into a community with a homeowners’ association.

Erik M. Hume 717-237-5340 ehume@mcneeslaw.com

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Bob Carey, Arborist; Daflure Heating and Cooling

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hortly after you figure out which keys opens which doors on your newly constructed home, things start coming apart. Oh, maybe not today or next week but the bum genetics of bad design are poised to take things in a direction you certainly didn’t expect.

Most off-the-shelf landscape plans seem designed as if the outdoor space is static and fresh. Plants are chosen for their contribution to the appearance of the house in the first months after construction. Walkways are sized and positioned so pedestrians can be reasonably close to the landscape plants. And downspouts are terminated as if the soil is infinitely absorbent and downpours happen only in the tropics.

Here’s where it goes bad. The space created between the walkway and the foundation of the house quickly becomes inadequate to accommodate growing plants. The heat island caused by the beds being surrounded by masonry promotes the development of pests and disease more aggressively than in less confined areas.

Shrubs and more particularly trees, necessarily planted close to the building, begin to interfere with windows and gutters and occasionally promote mold and mildew on siding and masonry.

Bad things happen aesthetically and functionally when downspouts end inches from the corners and in the beds rather than well away from the building, the beds and the bushes. Too frequently, bushels of mulch end up on driveways or in the lawn when an afternoon downpour carries it along in the flood.

Where slope doesn’t encourage drainage, sometimes because of nearby walkways, homeowners find basement water breeches.

The sad thing is that there is nothing tricky about avoiding these issues entirely (except finding a thoughtful designer and a willing contractor). Especially while a lot is under construction, it is easy to route drainage through underground pipe to discharge at a more appropriate location on the property.

It’s also fun and easy to play with a can of spray paint and look at some variations of the usual foundation hugging walkway. This is also the time to get a wider walkway; a little more effort and material but a big payoff in appearance and function.

Given adequate room, plants can develop the way they were bred to look (as opposed to beating them in to little box shapes), and trees can express their form and mature sizes without interfering with gutters or pulling your children out of bed through the bedroom window.

Moving planting away from the house reduces the size of the lawn but also gives even relatively small landscapes depth that suggests more substance with fewer plants.

The genetics of good design are easy to acquire and well worth the time required to secure them. By simply turning the table and making a dry basement, secure mulch, unfettered development of plant material and safe walkways you won’t turn an ankle on a priority, it should be fairly easy to achieve an attractive, functional landscape that compliments rather than confounds home ownership.

Bob Carey 717-774-9480 bcarey@daflure.com

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What Home Builders Wish Every Buyer Knew

By Christina Shepherd, Tri Corner Homes ow is an opportune time to build the home of your dreams! Interest rates are low, and resale homes are at an all time low inventory. Finding an existing home that suits your needs can also be tricky; by building your property with a trusted builder, you’re guaranteeing your dream home will be a reality.

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If you’re considering building a new home, here are some things your builder wants you to know:

Choose carefully.

Choosing a builder is a big decision. There are many variables… Large builder vs small builder? Can they build the kind of home you want? Do they have designs you like? How much experience do they have building what you want? Do they offer a lot of included features or will you have to pay out of pocket for certain items? Do they stand by their work? Do they have a good reputation in the community? If you can, talk to people who have built homes with them.

Don’t choose with your wallet.

Builders are always amazed when potential buyers walk in and only ask about price per square foot. While home buyers can’t be faulted for trying to get a good price on such a major purchase, it’s a mistake to use price alone as a deciding factor.

Do your homework. If you find a builder who is cheaper, ask yourself why. Is he cutting corners? Using sub-standard materials? Price is important, but quality and durability are more important.

Visit a model or sales office.

If you’ve narrowed down your search, seeing is believing.

There’s no substitute for walking through a builder’s model home and being able to see the quality of the craftsmanship.

Or for that matter, getting an idea of what the home feels like.

Do you feel comfortable in it? Is it too big? Too small? Now that you’ve seen it, is a cathedral ceiling still on your list? Do you want a dining room or would you prefer a study or extra bedroom? You’ll also get a good read on how the sales team operates. Would you be comfortable working with them for the next 6 months to a year?

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Get your ideas together before you come for your first appointment.

Knowing what you want will help you communicate more easily with your builder. In turn, they will have a clearer idea of how to build the home you want. Visit design websites. Cut out stories or photos from magazines. Familiarize yourself with current trends. Building a home is a creative endeavor, so get your imagination going!

In-depth knowledge of building isn’t necessary.

You don’t need an engineering or architecture degree to build your home. The builder’s staff is very knowledgeable and will guide you from start to finish. Questions are welcomed and encouraged. And they will try their best to put you at ease so it will be an enjoyable experience for you and your family.

Setting up financing is crucial.

Seek out a reputable lender. Finding a local lender will make your process much easier. As this will likely be the most money you have ever spent, make sure the bank you choose works for you and gives you good service. You will need: 1. A pre-approval letter from your mortgage company.

2. An idea of how much you are qualified to borrow. It will help your new home search if you know your price range before you start.

3. To know your numbers – closing costs, mortgage payments, etc.

4.To find the best rates and programs to suit your needs.

Plan, plan, and plan some more.

Building a home from scratch takes time. Consult your calendar, and look at the long-range plan. How long is the build process from the initial meeting to moving day? What time of year will it be when you move in? Will your kids need to change schools? Create a timeline for the next few months.

Building a home requires communication on both sides.

Once you sign a contract, your builder will be required to do certain things, and so will you. You’ll get progress reports from your construction manager, and milestone meetings will be scheduled. But you need to be reachable if questions or problems arise. You expect your builder to be available if you need to talk to him, and he expects you to be available, too.

Good things take time.

Be patient. Many things need to happen in order for your new home to be built. The foundation alone could take up to two weeks to complete before framing can start. At different times during construction, it may seem like nothing is being done, when in fact the electrical lines are being run or the HVAC system piping is being run. Lots of “behind the walls” items have to be completed before the finish work can start.

It’s exciting to see your new home coming together. Enjoy the process.

No home is completely care-free.

Whether it’s changing the batteries in the smoke detectors when they chirp, or changing the filter on the furnace as recommended, owning a home means caring for it. And the better you take care of it, the longer your home and its systems will last.

1. Change or clean the filter in the water softeners 2. Clean out the gutters or put up Gutter Guards 3. Make sure the windows are locked when not open 4. Have a yearly inspection of the HVAC system

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When you do, be a smart and informed client. Ask questions.

Understand the process. And enjoy the anticipation of having a brand new home!

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New Construction & Remodeling Warranties BENEFITS

By Susan J. Loncar, American eWarranty Why Would I Need a Warranty?

If you were to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars to buy a new HD TV, and 8 months after your purchase, it stopped working due to a defect, would you expect the manufacturer to repair it? Most savvy consumers would say, “Yes.” In fact, most large appliances come with an Express Written Warranty, which assures you that the manufacturer will restore the appliance if a defect is encountered. Reputable appliance manufacturers provide these Express Written Warranties because they are confident that they have produced a reliable product, and because they desire to maintain their excellent credibility in the appliance industry.

Today’s consumers are more sophisticated than in years past, due to the expansion of the marketplace’s options and the ability to extend their knowledge base online. Because of these factors, a consumer who is spending a hundred times the cost of a TV to construct or remodel a house, will likely shop around for the contractor who instills the most confidence in excellent construction.

Contemporary homebuyers and homeowners expect that if they are going to expend hundreds of thousands of dollars for a new house or the remodeling of an existing house, their contractor is going to provide some written assurance that the home or project was constructed with the utmost care and professionalism.

New Construction and Remodeling Warranties help contractors provide this necessary reassurance to homebuyers. In fact, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has recognized the importance of New Construction Warranties and recommends them for homebuyers who use FHA and VA financing. Additionally, some U.S. states require a new home to come with a New Construction Warranty from the contractor as protection for the homebuyer.

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Why Should Homebuyers or Homeowners Expect an Express Written Warranty from their Contractor?

Constructing a new house or remodeling an existing house can be a complicated and expensive enterprise. As your contractor creates your new home or remodels your existing one, you trust that he or she is laying the foundation, pouring the load-bearing walls, framing the house, installing the electrical system, connecting the plumbing, hanging the drywall, and performing a myriad of other important duties correctly and without defects. Wise homebuyers and homeowners realize that a contractor’s verbal guarantee to come back to address any issues that they may experience is too often an empty promise due to the contractor’s busy schedule, their inability to bill for the extra work, or disagreements arising over what is “guaranteed.” Having an Express Written Warranty from the contractor removes all of these obstacles and provides clarity regarding the expectations and responsibilities of all the parties. An Express Written Warranty clearly enumerates, for all parties, what is and what is not warranted, how long something is warranted and who is responsible to restore the home to the published standards in the warranty. An Express Written Warranty offers homeowners peace of mind, because they know exactly what items or conditions are warranted, and exactly what to do if they encounter a defect.

What Does a Homebuyer Receive In a 10-Year New Home Warranty?

In the standard 10-year New Home Warranty, during the 1st year of homeownership, the contractor agrees to correct the defects in workmanship and materials listed in the warranty. Such items include issues with: drainage, concrete floors, basement walls, car-

pentry, siding, doors, windows, paint, roofs, subflooring, floor covering, grout, drywall, plumbing, sewer, electricity, HVAC, countertops, and cabinetry. During the 2nd year of homeownership, the contractor continues to warranty certain defects in the major systems of the home, including plumbing, septic, electrical, and HVAC. For years 3-10 of homeownership, an Insurance Company warrants specific load-bearing structural components in the home – concrete, masonry, wood, and metal components, from defects. In addition to these coverages, homebuyers also find comfort in the warranty’s arbitration provision. If an impasse arises between a homebuyer and a contractor, this dispute settlement provision brings in a third party arbitrator to hear the parties’ respective positions and resolve the impasse without protracted litigation and its associated expense.

What is a 5-Year Remodeler’s Warranty?

A standard 5-Year Remodeling and Addition Warranty covers many of the same things as a new home warranty, although for a shorter period of time. This type of warranty is for an older home which is having remodeling work done or is having an addition, such as a sunroom, installed. A Remodeling and Addition Warranty only covers the new portion of a home, not the pre-existing structure. During the 1st year, the contractor warrants issues with workmanship or materials. For years 2 through 5, an Insurance Company warrants specified load-bearing structural components. A Remodeling and Addition Warranty can be tailored to cover the specific work a homeowner is having performed.

What is the cost of a New Home Warranty?

A one-time premium for 10 years of coverage typically costs less than 1 year of a homeowners’ insurance premium or about the same cost as the front door on a house. Presently, homebuyers are not permitted to purchase a warranty themselves. Respected contractors provide the warranty as part of their superior service. If your contractor is a member of the American eWarranty family, he or she orders and pays for the warranty online and delivers it to you at closing. If your contractor is not currently a member of a warranty program, you may simply ask your contractor to provide the warranty.

Compared to the cost of an unexpected repair, a warranty is a great investment. The one-time premium for the warranty, based on the sales price of the home, typically ranges in price from $300-$800.

What if I sell my home before the Warranty expires?

10-Year Structural Warranties and 5-Year Remodeling Warranties are normally transferrable. Since the warranty covers the structure at a specific street address, if you sell your home during the warranty term, the new owners still have access to all the benefits of the warranty. This transferability of the warranty makes a house more marketable when it comes time to sell.

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Is a 55+ Community

RIGHT FOR YOU? A

s a growing trend within the housing market, 55+ communities are springing up everywhere. But, what is a 55+ community, and what happened to senior living communities? Well, in general terms, they appear to be one and the same. However, marketing has become more segmented in an effort to appeal to various lifestyle choices. The term, 55+ community, is really a reference to an age-restricted community where the next stage of everyday life is to be enjoyed‌ minus youngsters and toddlers in tow.

These communities provide many benefits to baby boomers, appealing to singles and couples who may be seeking new opportunities as they near retirement and wish to settle into a neighborhood with active, likeminded people. The new 55+ communities provide newer housing options, from condos to custom homes, that meet changing lifestyles, while offering current and forward-thinking amenities, such as pools, group activities, community centers, assisted living healthcare access, low or no maintenance options, and more, that give homeowners the comfort and peace of mind to transition through the balance of their lives.

While there are many reasons to move into an active senior community you’ll want to explore all aspects of what 55+ communities provide before making the jump as the options can vary vastly between communities.

According to Neighborhoods.com, the top five benefits of senior community living are:

1. Amenities: From outdoor pools to movie theaters,

from art studios to whirlpool spas, the amenities offered at active adult communities across the country are as varied as the beautiful areas where they’re located. Whether interested in taking group classes or attending special events, there is simply nothing that compares to having an entire world of activities right outside your door, and activity directors that make participation easy.

2. Location, location, location: Because so many

residents look forward to soaking in every exciting opportunity they can, many active senior communities are purposely located near vibrant destinations and attractions. From sunny beaches to major cities to countryside vistas, those who enjoy going out and having fun will love the wide variety when looking for the perfect place to call home.

3. A focus on fitness: Whether looking for tennis

courts or aerobics studios, one of the many benefits of living in a senior community is the strong focus on fitness. From yoga to dance to volleyball, many active adult communities put emphasis on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and their incredible fitness centers make doing so easy and fun.

4. Incredible homes: From single family to attached living, many active senior communities offer a variety of living choices, intended to perfectly align with personal preferences and priorities. Whether you prefer the privacy of living in a single family house or the closeness of living in a complex, active senior communities will offer the perfect living situation for you.

5. Community: Regardless of which home style or

amenities you choose, one of the most wonderful aspects is the sense of community it provides each and every one of its residents. From meetings to classes, active senior communities offer their residents the chance to get involved and have fun in any way they like while building new friendships, if desired.

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It’s a Whole New

Equally important in your decision-making process is the need to get it right before you commit. It’s easy to be impressed with the beautiful, maintenance-free homes and lifestyle amenities at first glance when touring senior living communities. However, if you’ve never lived in a controlled community before, you may want to be sure the place you’ll be calling home for the next 20-30 years provides the accessibility, flexibility and active lifestyle choices for you to be as involved and independent as you may desire or require.

Are roads and weather conditions conducive to your expectations?

Weather and location are key considerations when you’re moving into a senior living community. Drive into the communities that you’re considering to be sure you can see nearby traffic patterns and whether you’ll still have ready access to the locations where you normally travel.

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Are you an extrovert or introvert?

Observe the personality of the neighborhood and your prospective neighbors. Senior living communities are designed to be all-inclusive. Retirement brings more downtime than normal, and social activities are big in planned communities. Your fellow residents may have a bigger impact on your life than your flooring and wall coverings.

Are there options for medical and assisted-living care?

Many retirees endeavor to experience an active lifestyle, and plan to live in these communities for a long time. In the absence of on-site health care and assisted-care facilities, how far must you travel for medical needs?

What are the real costs and issues with each senior living community?

Many of these communities were designed to accommodate current and future lifestyle needs. Ask for the meeting minutes of the community board to learn what they’ve been concerned about lately.

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What are the approval process and homeowners’ association bylaws?

If you’ve lived in an HOA community you’re accustomed to living within bylaws and guidelines. Learn about what’s required by consulting with your broker and current residents. If you’re not crazy about rules, such as approved exterior colors or landscaping, etc., you may want to consider a living situation with less restrictions.

Is there a membership structure?

Full-service communities frequently offer specific club-membership structures.

Read the requirements and options. In some communities, for instance, the purchase of an ownership stake known as an “equity membership” is mandatory. This investment may be more than you expected, yet its appreciation and resale value can be uncertain. Some communities also charge annual dues and food and beverage minimums as a way to assure that they can continue to deliver to the standards that were promoted when members joined. The equity members are responsible for maintaining the club at any cost.

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Does the activity calendar meet your expectations?

Identify what activities are available, and whether there are additional costs such as user fees and transportation. Also be sure the community provides activities that you like. Golf, tennis and swimming may sound great if that’s your idea of winding down to retirement, but ask about other craft and social activities that interest you.

Are there deed or lifestyle restrictions?

Rental and resale restrictions are common in gated communities and condominiums. It’s better to know in advance what retirement communities disallow.

Pets, cigar smoke, and car parking options may be the tip of the iceberg. If you decide to buy, know your restrictions and be prepared to get involved.

Who’s going to take care of your home when you’re out of town, ill, or just don’t feel like it?

Some active lifestyle communities provide low and no-maintenance living that covers home exteriors and landscaping, general repairs and security services. Predictably, well-staffed condos are easier to maintain than individual homes. However, it’s always best to ask in advance if caretaker and home-watch services may be available.

Are there purchase options?

For those interested in purchasing a home there’s a federally insured mortgage program that lets you purchase a home for roughly 50% down and does not require you to make any monthly payments.

According to Karen Rayfield of Retirement Funding Solutions, FHA’s Home Equity Conversion Mortgage for Purchase loan (“H4P”) was introduced in 2009 to help those 62 or better purchase a new or existing home while keeping more of their cash on hand.

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The Buyer makes a one-time down payment of 40-50% of the purchase price, depending on their age, and the lender finances the balance. There are no monthly payments!

Like all homeownership, Buyers hold title to the home, are responsible for payment of real estate taxes, homeowner’s insurance and upkeep. The loan is paid back along with accrued interest when the home is sold. The home can be sold at any time or after the last borrower passes away and the estate sells it.

Any increase in the house value then goes to the estate.

According to Rayfield, this little-known financial planning tool is an excellent way to purchase a retirement dream home.

Though each senior community is different, they all have one special thing in common: they all strive to offer their residents a comfortable, relaxed, and beautiful environment in which to call home.

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Traditions of America at Silver Spring offers residents a carefree way of life filled with endless social opportunities. The community association takes care of maintenance, such as landscaping, weeding, lawn care and snow removal, freeing residents to enjoy the many amenities offered within Traditions of America at Silver Spring.

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Mechanicsburg, PA • High $200s–Low $300s • 55+ Age Restriction

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Carmella has plans for a total of 190 upscale duplex and triplex units. This charming community makes for a tranquil environment that features open vistas, mature trees, abundant common areas and wide streets with lights.

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Harrisburg, PA • High $100s–High $200s • 55+ Age Restriction

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Mosquito Management with These Shocking Facts

Bug Zappers Do Not Attract Mosquitoes

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f you’re like most Americans, the only thing you really know about mosquitoes is how much you dislike them. From their painful bite to their annoying buzz, it’s no secret that mosquitoes are not very popular.

If you’re looking for a way to keep mosquitoes away from your property, the first step is to learn a little more about these pesky pests so that you can outsmart them and enjoy your mosquito-free yard all season long. If you are ready to take back your yard, keep reading for some shocking mosquito facts and information that might just leave you itching to learn more.

Mosquitoes Are Attracted To Our Breath.

As strange as it sounds, the way mosquitoes find us is not by feeling the warmth of our skin, smelling the products we use, sweetness of your blood, or seeing our brightly colored clothing. Those are all myths which should be retired along with the countless bottles of bug spray, bug repellent bracelets, and repellent candles. Mosquitoes are actually attracted to the CO2 we exhale! That means that no matter how much repellent you apply, mosquitoes will find you and bite you. It’s that simple. In order to prevent mosquitoes from finding us, we must mask the CO2 in our breath. While that sounds complicated, a mosquito control that creates a border around your property can keep these flying nuisances out of your space.

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This fact is not for the squeamish. According to Debbie Hadley, insect expert for about.com, “Bug zappers attract insects using ultraviolet light. Mosquitoes find their blood meals by following our trail of carbon dioxide. Does that mean bug zappers never kill mosquitoes? Occasionally, a mosquito will get curious about the pretty light and make the fatal mistake of getting too close.”

In 1996, researchers at the University of Delaware tallied an entire summer’s worth of dead bugs from bug zappers in their study. Of a total of 13,789 insects killed in the bug zappers, a paltry 0.22% of them were biting mosquitoes or gnats. This study took the research a step further, and reported the incidence of beneficial insects killed. Almost half of the dead insects were harmless, aquatic insects, important food for fish and other stream inhabitants. A significant number of beneficial predators and parasitic insects were also killed in the bug zappers.

These insects help control pest insect populations, meaning bug zappers could actually make pest problems worse. The bottom line is bug zappers are not an effective form of mosquito control and could have adverse effects on all vegetation.

A Mosquito Bite Can Do More Than Just Take Blood…

While a mosquito bite seems bad enough on its own, when a mosquito lands on your skin and bites you, it does more than just take some of your blood. When a mosquito bites with its needle-like proboscis, it first injects your blood with an anti-coagulant, keeping the blood from clotting so it can easily consume it. This chemical is the reason why mosquito bites itch and often result in an allergic reaction like swelling or a rash.

Additionally, mosquitoes can leave more than a red spot; they carry diseases like Zika and West Nile Virus which can be transmitted in just one quick bite. Mosquitoes are associated with more deaths than any other animal on the planet. It is enough to make your stomach turn, but understanding the true impact of a mosquito bite might make you take mosquito control a little more seriously.

Mosquitoes Breed In Water.

If this fact has you breathing a sigh of relief because you don’t live near water, keep reading. Mosquitoes do in fact lay their eggs in water, but the kind of water they prefer is warm, shallow, and still, like the kind of water that can be found in gutters, pooling up on top of your swimming pool cover, in that used tire out back, or even flat or indented areas of your child’s swing set. Mosquitoes need as little as a few tablespoons of water to lay 150 to 500 eggs. A good first step is to walk around your property and locate any areas of standing water and remove the culprit as often as possible. The truth is, unless you can fly too, you’ll never locate all the places that mosquitoes are breeding.

That’s why it makes sense to get a mosquito control that monitors population and weather conditions to spray in these areas; killing the existing mosquitoes and ensuring that they’ll never choose to breed in those spots again.

Ask A Mosquito Expert

If you’re curious to learn more about mosquitoes, or you’re ready to get help with mosquito control for your property, you’re in luck. The mosquito control experts at Mosquito Shield of South Central PA can send a vector-trained technician to your house to survey your property and give you the information you need. According to the local Penn State Extension office there are 3,000 species of mosquitoes and Pennsylvania has 60 species. Mosquito Shield uses a 99% natural plant base flex blend and active management combined with weather monitoring and specialized equipment to offer you results all season long. Contact Mosquito Shield and get started today to keep these complicated pests out of your life, and far away from your family and your home.

Mosquitoes Fly At Speeds Between 1 And 1.5 Miles Per Hour.

“That might sound fast, but in the insect world, mosquitoes are actually rather slow. If a race were held between all the flying insects, nearly every other contestant would beat the pokey mosquito,” according to Debbie Hadley. When mosquitoes sense any wind, they promptly land in a sheltered place and this gives us an edge to fight back by running a fan on your porch or get guaranteed protection from your local mosquito control company.

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Chimney Maintenance H ere is something to think about… Nearly 95% of single-family homes in the Northeast have a chimney or vent. Out of that, at least 80% of these homeowners have never hired a chimney service provider. It really doesn’t matter if your chimney is used for a traditional fireplace, venting a gas insert, woodstove, a furnace or water heater, you should have an inspection done annually and your flue swept as needed.

Our industry gets a bad rap a lot of times. Sadly, there are a lot of scam companies out and about. As the cold weather sticks around, the scammers seem to come out of the woodwork, trying to take your money for services they are not trained to provide. As with any service you have done (home repair, car repair, etc.), you should make sure you are as educated as possible so that you can make an informed decision and not be taken advantage of.

We care about our customers. Even if you aren’t a customer yet, you are still a part of our community and we want to make sure that when it comes to your chimney, you protect yourself and know when you can trust a legit company.

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Here are 5 things to watch for before you let someone into your home:

Don’t fall for too good to be true pricing.

A legitimate company won’t take a ladder off the truck for $49.95. Figure in equipment, payroll, liability insurance, gas… Depending on your area, an inspection and sweep can cost around $200.00 or more. If you were quoted something significantly higher or lower it should raise a flag. Scammers are famous for using a super low discount to get their foot in the door so they can tell you that you need something more, like selling you a $1,500.00 stainless steel liner for $5,000.00.

Don’t get pressured into fast action.

Professionals don’t use scare tactics. If you have had this problem for a year, two or three more days won’t hurt you.

Shop around and get a few bids before you make your decision regarding which company to use. Don’t just go with the lowest bid either; check references. Cheaper isn’t always best.

A picture says a thousand words.

Most chimney sweeps are trained to take pictures from start to finish. “All of my technicians and helpers use digital cameras,” says Richard Anderson, owner of Anderson’s Chimney Sweeps.

“We click a picture of their work order and the outside of the house and the next picture in line is their chimney. Its not uncommon to have ten or more pictures from top of the chimney to the firebox inside the home.” If your chimney technician tells you that you have a problem, he or she should be able to show you that problem as well.

Is their truck professionally lettered and are they in the phone book or listed in local Google search?

Many scam artists travel from state to state like Gypsies. A legit, local company will have signage on their vehicle that is not removable. Think about it, if a company is traveling from area to area it’s a lot easier to change a door magnet vs. professionally lettering (with a local phone number). Also, check your phonebook – are they listed? Or do a Google search for the company name and the town they say they are from. It’s the age of the Internet. If they have been around for more than 6 months, you can be sure you will find them via a Google search.

Check for State license and National certifications.

Make sure you verify that whoever is coming to your home has proper licensing for the state in which you reside. Our Certified sweeps carry their credentials with them at every job.

The CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep credential is sign of excellence among chimney service professionals. All of Anderson’s Chimney & Masonry Services lead technicians are CSIA Certified. Industry leaders and knowledgeable homeowners know the quality and value this represents. As part of the certification, they must sign a Code of Ethics. This ethical accountability ensures that our company will provide you straight-ahead pricing information, provide you with outstanding service and always treat you and your home with respect and professionalism.

Both the Guild and the CSIA will pull certification from anyone who is getting a lot of complaints or who isn’t legit. Anyone can SAY they are members of either organization but anyone is able to confirm certifications by either going to the NCSG. org website or CSIA.org. Both websites are free and open to the public.

Go with your instinct. If it doesn’t feel right, ask them to leave.

If you have had service by someone you now don’t think was a reputable company or if you have been given an estimate for work you really don’t feel is necessary, give us a call and we will be glad to verify anything you need.

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Where’s the Fireplace?

By Steve Cook, UGI

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hink of a fireplace and your memory draws upon images of warmth, family, and even romance. Great movies always portray friends and family gathering around a cozy fire, or a couple snuggling with glasses of wine in hand, and the fireplaces are almost always solid structures with large mantels. Yes, that was living the dream. For purists, the dream remains the same; for the rest of us, the dream has been transformed.

Choosing a fireplace today pits the classic battle between tradition and innovation.

While some homeowners still clamor for the scent and warmth of wood burning in a fireplace, others are more drawn to the ever-increasing aesthetic evolution of contemporary fireplaces which has occurred over the past decade. Add the benefits of low maintenance, more efficient heating and more environmentally-friendly options and you’re likely to win more converts.

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We’re not saying that traditional fireplaces are a thing of the past. Quite the contrary. There will always be a desire for the traditional look of brick or stone fireplaces, many of which have been the focal point of family rooms. Gone, however, are the days when a homeowner needs to plan for bulky fireplaces, chimneys, flues and storage space for logs.

Low-cost natural gas has probably propelled the change to gas fireplaces faster than any other factor. Gas is cleaner-burning than wood and is readily accessible with an installed gas line. It’s much easier to get a gas fireplace started with the flip of a switch as opposed to cutting and hauling cords of wood into the home, or ashes out. And, it’s more economical. But that’s just the beginning.

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The use of gas also paved the way for newer, technologically brilliant, and aesthetically superior, gas-burning fireplaces. Once the industry understood the applications of gas fireplaces they began exploring greater possibilities to harness the application for home heating efficiencies that would help homeowners move beyond traditional fireplaces. They soon captured the heat better than open-front fireplaces.

Designers built self-enclosed fireplace systems that would showcase the warm glow of the fire but minimize the loss of heat or intense concentration of heat. They created direct vent technology which replaced the need for chimneys, and led to the generation of more evenly spread, radiant heat.

The newer fireplaces now heat rooms more evenly without the negative loss of air. And this led to more innovative design.

The ability to harness the natural gas while providing all the benefits associated with fireplaces has allowed fireplace manufacturers to create shapes and sizes never imagine.

These new designs include a wide range of shapes and sizes with linear and circular designs, a diverse array of material use, unlimited wall and room placements, and more. Fireplaces are beginning to take center stage again with stunning craftsmanship that blends every element into a piece of art with function.

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And it’s not just for the family room anymore. Homeowners are now looking at placement of one or more fireplaces throughout their homes to add romance, drama, aesthetics and, yes, additional warmth to bedrooms, dens and more.

Visit a fireplace showroom near you to see the many possibilities available today.

Steve Cook UGI www.ugi.com

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Gas vs Electric Picking a Favorite Child, Choosing Gas vs Electric

By Bob Carey, Daflure Heating and Cooling

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hoosing a source of energy to heat and cool a home reminds me of the challenge of picking favorite children or opting to purchase organic or conventional (whatever that is). Assuming there is no intention to set a trend or make a political statement, the two relatively abundant, reasonably priced and reliable sources of energy are gas and electric. Using the aforementioned attributes, you could be talking about either if you don’t mention their name.

Similarly, the same descriptors distinguish them from sources like propane, oil, maybe even solar.

These days, the connections between gas and electric are even more intertwined owing to the conversion of coal fired power

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plants to gas for generation. Once again heating and cooling appliances of all types generally require electric service to operate.

In many ways, the factors that may affect your decision have to do with what you want from your equipment. Generally speaking, at your home, electric is absolutely clean, can support all the energy needs in a house and is 100% efficient. I can still recall the 1964 New York World's Fair that featured all electric homes and the promise of cheap energy from the abundant and limitless production of nuclear power.

Unlike gas, electric can supply energy to every application that requires it; heat-pumps, cooking, lighting, and appliances.

Gas can be used for refrigerators but most folks are familiar with it for commercial applications or in their RVs. Narrowing the discussion to Gas vs Electric for HVAC needs doesn’t necessary sharpen the distinction so well that a choice becomes clear. What does become clear, however, is that the nuances of making the choice are best made in association with folks who are familiar with modern equipment and who have no vested interest in the type of power that’ll run them.

To an Arborist, everything may be viewed as it relates to trees.

Companies that sell fuel are inclined to spec equipment that supports their equipment sales.

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The energy and comfort picture has evolved in unexpected ways since the 1964 World's Fair. The opportunity to get it right from the standpoint of cost and sustainability has improved; remarkably. The ease with which we can make a choice has become more nuanced. The benefit of getting good guidance is a no brainer.

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Woodbridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 EGStoltzfus Homes, LLC Creekvale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Kendale Oaks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Parkview at Winding Hills. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Firefly Homes Liberty Square at Winding Hills. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Mountain View Estates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 FoxBuilt, Inc. Deaven Woods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Fred Tiday Builders, Inc. Avery Glen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Garman Builders, Inc. Autumn Oaks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Landover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Orchard Glen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Orchard Glen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Rockville Estates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Landmark Homes Brook Pointe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

The Manors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

The Townes at Laurel Point. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Union Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Willow Creek Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Martin Homes Grayhawk Landing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 McNaughton Homes Amber Fields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Autumn Oaks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Orchard Glen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

The Estates at Autumn Oaks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Wilshire Estates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Roland Builder, Inc. Garden Homes at Orchard Glen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Liberty Point. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Ryan Homes Stray Winds Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Stray Winds Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Tamanini Homes* Trindle Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Traditions of America Traditions of America at Silver Spring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 TriCorner Homes Brook Pointe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Yingst Homes, Inc. Arondale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Brook View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Poplar Ridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Rockville Estates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Union Station at Shadebrook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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Charter Homes & Neighborhoods

$234,990

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Arcona

1415 Benton Way Mechanicsburg

Directions: Rte. 15 South to Rossmoyne Rd./Wesley Dr. Exit. Left on Rossmoyne Rd. Follow approximately 1.5 miles to the stop sign. Right on Lisburn Rd. Right on Arcona Rd. Left on Saxton Way.

••Owner’s retreat with private bath and large walk-in closet

••Open kitchen and breakfast area with granite bar top

••Spacious light-filled great room with large windows

••Access to outdoor balcony from the dining room

••Stainless steel professionalgrade appliances

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Berks Homes

$243,120

West Shore

Laurel Ridge

5000 Laurel Valley Lane Enola

Directions: I-81 Exit 61 (Wertzville Rd./ Rte. 944) East 0.25 miles to light.

Left on Valley Rd. (at Tech Park light). Community entrance is 0.5 miles on left. Follow Laurel Valley Ln. to home on right.

••Open floor plan for entertaining ••3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths

••Accessible end-unit townhome with rear-entry, 2-car garage ••Convenient 2nd floor laundry

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••Kitchen features stainless steel appliances, large island and granite countertops

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Second Floor

Garman Builders, Inc.

$251,990

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Landover

101 Landover Court Enola

Directions: I-81 South, Exit 61, Rte. 944/Wertzville Rd. Left on Rte. 944 East. Left on Valley Rd. Left on Landover Ct.

••Garman Design, Garman Detail – A Tradition of Excellence ••Glass and tile shower in master bath

••Spacious kitchen with large island, granite countertops and walk-in pantry closet

••5” hardwood flooring in powder room, mudroom, dining room and kitchen

••Double-bowl vanity in master bath

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Landmark Homes

$254,900

West Shore

The Manors 25 Kerry Court Mechanicsburg

Directions: I-81 South to Exit 57 for Rte. 114 to Mechanicsburg.

Left on Rte. 114 East. Right on Mulberry Dr. Right on Kerry Ct.

••1.5-story, semi-detached home with 2-car garage with storage area

••Kitchen features granite countertops, tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

••Open floor plan with hardwood flooring, 10’ ceilings on the 1st floor and bonus room on 2nd floor

••Living room with cozy gas fireplace and sliding glass door access to backyard patio

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••Owner’s suite with private bath with double vanity and large closet

Garman Builders, Inc.

$308,990

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West Shore

Orchard Glen 1725 Haralson Drive Mechanicsburg

Directions: Rte. 15 South to Cumberland Pkwy. Exit to Winding Hill Rd. Left on Gettysburg Pike. Left on Mt. Allen Dr. which becomes E. Winding Hill Rd. Orchard Glen is on left.

••Glass and tile shower with transom window in master bath

••Sliding barn doors in dining room

••Fireplace with stone surround

••5” wide hardwood flooring throughout 1st floor

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Firefly Homes

$309,990

West Shore

Liberty Square at Winding Hills 2011 Liberty Drive Mechanicsburg

Directions: Rte. 15 South to Cumberland Pkwy.

Exit. Left at light (Old Gettysburg Rd.).

Left at next light. Left on Mt. Allen Dr. Right to Winding Hills entrance (Orchard Blvd). Right on Old Barn Rd. (at pool/club house). Left on Liberty Dr. Model home is on right.

••1,807 sq. ft. 1-story home with open floor plan ••Large master suite with tray ceiling plus 2 bedrooms

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••Light-drenched sunroom ••Open country kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances

••“Southern basement” storage area

Firefly Homes

$314,845

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Mountain View Estates

701 Appalachian Avenue Carlisle

Directions: Rte. 11 (Carlisle Pike to Harrisburg Pike). Turn on Calvary Rd. Right on Spring Rd./Rte. 34 North.

Continue to soft left on Cranes Gap Rd. (at Turkey Hill) Travel 1.5 miles. Left on Appalachian Ave. Model home is on left.

••Open floor plan with hardwood foyer and fireplace in family room ••Light-drenched sunroom

First Floor

••Convenient 2nd floor laundry ••Nature-scaped yard with enhanced landscaping package

••2-car, side-loaded garage for added curb appeal

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HarrisburgBuilders.com

P9

West Shore

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Garman Builders, Inc.

$319,990

Rockville Estates

103 Kittochtinny Drive Marysville

Directions: I-81 to Exit 65 (Rte. 11/15 North).

In Marysville, left on Ridgeview Dr. Left on Kittochtinny Dr.

••Garman Design, Garman Detail – A Tradition of Excellence ••Private wooded setting on 0.7 acres

••Fireplace with stone surround in family room

••Tile shower in master bath

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••Spacious kitchen with large island, granite countertops and walk-in pantry closet

Central Keystone Living // FALL 2016

Second Floor

EGStoltzfus Homes, LLC

$369,121

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West Shore

Parkview at Winding Hills 2010 Liberty Drive Mechanicsburg

Directions: Rte. 15 South, Cumberland Pkwy.

Exit to Winding Hill Rd. Left on Gettysburg Pike.

Left on Mt. Allen Dr. Right on Orchard Blvd. into community.

Right on McIntosh Dr. Right on Liberty Dr. Home is on right.

••4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2,441 sq. ft.

••Granite kitchen countertops with tile backsplash, under-mount sink and recessed lighting

First Floor

••Deluxe master bath with ceramic tile shower and granite-look, cultured-marble vanity tops

••Heritage Series® 1st floor layout with family room extension and a direct-vent gas fireplace

••Full basement featuring insulated 8’ 2” Superior Walls®, Bilco® egress door and natural light

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HarrisburgBuilders.com

P11

Yingst Homes, Inc.

West Shore

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$383,000

Rockville Estates

111 Kittochtinny Drive Marysville

Directions: I-81 to Exit 65 (Rte. 11/15 North).

In Marysville, left on Ridgeview Dr. Left on Kittochtinny Dr.

••2,207 sq. ft. craftsman-style ranch with finished lower level

••Dramatic open staircase with 2-story stone accent wall

••Soaring 10’ ceilings and tall windows flood the interior with natural light

••Outdoor entertaining area with built-in seating and fire pit

••Gorgeous wooded lot with scenic mountain and river views

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Garman Builders, Inc.

$387,990

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West Shore

Orchard Glen 1002 Connell Street Mechanicsburg

Directions: Rte. 15 South to Cumberland Pkwy. Exit to Winding Hill Rd. Left on Gettysburg Pike.

Left on Mt. Allen Dr., which becomes E. Winding Hill Rd. Orchard Glen is on left.

••Garman Design, Garman Detail – A Tradition of Excellence

••Colonial wainscoting in dining room

••Glass and tile shower in master bath

••Granite countertop and tile backsplash in kitchen

••Fireplace with stone surround

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First Floor HarrisburgBuilders.com

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Tamanini Homes

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$398,000

Trindle Station

53 Franklin Drive Mechanicsburg

Directions: From the square in downtown Mechanicsburg, travel west on Main St./ Trindle Rd. In 1.25 miles, left on Sinclair Rd. Left on Tamanini Way. Right on Franklin Dr. Home is on right.

••Right-sized ranches, capes and 2 stories ••Open space behind your home

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••Convenient suburban setting

••New homes made easy

••Work directly with the builder/designer

••tamhomes.com

$449,900

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Traditions of America at Silver Spring

157 James Madison Drive Mechanicsburg

Directions: Rte. 581 West to Exit 3. At end of ramp, right on Rte. 11 South/ Carlisle Pike. Travel about 3 miles.

Left at the traffic light on Hempt Rd. (Cumberland Valley High School is on the right). Hempt Rd. becomes State Rd. Right on Presidents Dr. Left on James Madison Dr. Home is on left.

••Open floor plan, 1st floor living with hardwood throughout

••Large master suite with walk-in closet

••Spacious 2-car garage with abundant storage above

••Gourmet kitchen featuring 8-sided island

••Expanded loft with Juliette balcony overlooking great room

••Double-sided fireplace with built-in custom cabinetry

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West Shore

Traditions of America

West Shore

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Martin Homes

$470,000

Grayhawk Landing

6 Grayhawk Way North Mechanicsburg

Directions: I-81 South to Exit 57/Rte. 114.

Left on Rte. 114. Right on Rte. 11/ Carlisle Pike. Right on Rich Valley Rd. Grayhawk Landing is on right.

••4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2,964 sq. ft.

••Open floor plan with large family room, nook and gourmet kitchen

••Upgraded master bath with tile shower and free-standing tub

••Craftsman-style exterior

••1st floor activity room

••Teen suite on 2nd floor ••Stacking 3-car garage

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P16

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Second Floor

$474,000

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Garden Homes at Orchard Glen 912 Tolman Street Mechanicsburg

Directions: Rte. 15 South to Cumberland Pkwy.

Exit. Left on Gettysburg Pike. Left at next light. Left on Mt. Allen Dr. Continue on E. Winding Hill Rd. Left on Tolman St. to enter Orchard Glen.

West Shore

Roland Builder, Inc.

••Open 1-story floor plan with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths

••Vaulted great room with see-through fireplace

••Exotic hardwood throughout main living areas

••Sunroom and large deck

••Large walk-in ceramic shower

••Lawn mowing and snow removal

HarrisburgBuilders.com

P17

Yingst Homes, Inc.

West Shore

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$474,900

Poplar Ridge

604 Robins View Lane New Cumberland

Directions: I-83 South to Exit 39A. Left on Rte. 114. Travel 2 miles past Fairview Park. Community is on right.

••2,886 sq. ft. 2-story with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and 3-car garage

••Beautiful stone and Hardie® Plank exterior with handsome craftsman-style details

••Gourmet kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances and large island

••Located on 1+ acre lot in private, wooded Poplar Ridge community

••Striking see-through gas fireplace shared by family room and home office

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Second Floor

$478,000

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Cumberland Range 3 Michele Drive Carlisle

Directions: I-81, Exit 52, I-76/Middlesex.

Take Rte. 11 South for approximately 0.6 miles. Right on N. Middlesex Rd. Continue approximately 1.9 miles.

Development is on left immediately after Middlesex Elementary School.

••Cumberland Valley Schools ••4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths

First Floor

••Granite countertops in kitchen/master ••1st floor hardwood

••Ceramic tile baths ••Custom millwork throughout

Second Floor

HarrisburgBuilders.com

P19

West Shore

Beracah Builders

West Shore

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Landmark Homes

$484,500

Brook Pointe 24 Torrey Pines Drive Mechanicsburg

Directions: I-81 to Exit 61, Rte. 944.

Left on Lambs Gap Rd. Right on Bali Hai Rd. Left on Sample Bridge Rd. Community is on right via Tanglewood Dr. Right on Torrey Pines Dr.

••Stately 2-story home with 2-car garage and mudroom entry ••Open floor plan with 9’ ceilings on the 1st floor and rec room on 2nd floor

First Floor

P20

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••Kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances

••Owner’s suite bath with 5’ tile shower and free-standing tub

••Cozy gas fireplace with floorto-ceiling stone surround in the great room

Second Floor

$509,900

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Orchard Glen 898 Tolman Street Mechanicsburg

Directions: Rte. 15 South, Winding Hill Exit. Left at the light on Gettysburg Pike. Left at next light. Left on Mt. Allen Dr. which becomes E. Winding Hill Rd. Left on Tolman St.

••Luxury kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops ••Natural gas fireplace with stone surround in family room

First Floor

••Generously-sized wooden deck ••Richly-appointed owner’s suite with 60” soaking tub

••Tray ceiling with accent lighting in owner’s suite ••3-car side-entry garage

Second Floor

HarrisburgBuilders.com

P21

West Shore

McNaughton Homes

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Charter Homes & Neighborhoods

$563,990

West Shore

Woodbridge 92 Edris Lane Mechanicsburg

Directions: I-81 to Rte. 114 East. Cross the Carlisle Pike. Left on Mulberry Dr. Right on Edris Ln. House is on right.

••Hardwood flooring throughout 1st floor ••Gas fireplace in great room

First Floor

First Floor Plan

P22

Central Keystone Living // FALL 2016

••2nd floor game room

••Upgraded maple cabinetry

••Open kitchen and breakfast area with granite bar top

Second Floor

Second Floor Plan

TriCorner Homes

$598,000

21

West Shore

Brook Point

2 Pebble Beach Court Mechanicsburg

Directions: I-81 to Rte. 581 West to Rte. 11 South. Right on Sample Bridge Rd. Community 1 mile on left.

••New Oxford Home design showcases 3,782 sq. ft. plus finished basement

••Gourmet deluxe kitchen with double ovens, tile backsplash, granite and glass galore

••Elegant front entrance for guests, plus another entrance for the family and messy shoes

••Luxurious master suite with a Venetian tile bath and a sitting room equipped with a coffee bar

First Floor

••Tastefully designed and decorated by TriCorner Homes’ experienced team

Second Floor

HarrisburgBuilders.com

P23

West Shore

22

Roland Builder, Inc.

$616,000

Liberty Point 1748 Liberty Cove Mechanicsburg

Directions: Rte. 15 South to Rossmoyne Rd./ Wesley Dr. Exit. Left on Rossmoyne Rd. Right on Lisburn Rd. Travel 0.5 miles.

Left on Thompson Ln. Travel 0.5 miles. Liberty Point entrance is on right.

••Open single-story floor plan with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths

••Custom wood moldings and painted wood beams

••Walk-out lower level with large composite deck above

••Garden Home community with lawn mowing and snow removal provided

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••Central vacuum, security and audio in 4 rooms

Fred Tiday Builders, Inc.

$697,700

23

West Shore

Avery Glen

2245 Lehman Court Enola

Directions: I-81 to Wertzville Rd. Exit. Travel west on Rte. 944/Wertzville Rd. Right on Lambs Gap Rd. Travel 0.25 miles to left on Reed Ln. Right on Lehman Ct. Home is on left.

••4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 4,159 sq. ft.

••Gourmet kitchen with large island

••Custom trim work throughout including coffered ceilings, wainscoting and shiplap accents

••2 stone gas fireplaces

First Floor

••Covered rear deck

••Oversized master bedroom with sitting area and tile shower in master bathroom ••All stone and hardy plank exterior

Second Floor

HarrisburgBuilders.com

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Berks Homes 5000 Laurel Valley Lane, Enola . . . . . . pg. 4

10 111 Kittochtinny Drive, Marysville . . . pg. 12

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Garman Builders, Inc. 101 Landover Court, Enola . . . . . . . . . . pg. 5

11 1002 Connell Street, Mchbrg. . . . . . . pg. 13

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Landmark Homes 25 Kerry Court, Mchbrg. . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 6

12 53 Franklin Drive, Mchbrg. . . . . . . . . . pg. 14

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Garman Builders, Inc. 1725 Haralson Drive, Mchbrg. . . . . . . . pg. 7

13 157 James Madison Drive, Mchbrg. . pg. 15

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Firefly Homes 2011 Liberty Drive, Mchbrg. . . . . . . . . . pg. 8

14 6 Grayhawk Way North, Mchbrg. . . . . pg. 16

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Firefly Homes 701 Appalachian Avenue, Carlisle . . . . pg. 9

15 912 Tolman Street, Mchbrg. . . . . . . . . pg. 17

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Garman Builders, Inc. 103 Kittochtinny Drive, Marysville . . . pg. 10

16 604 Robins View Lane, New Cumb. . . pg. 18

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EGStoltzfus Homes, LLC 2010 Liberty Drive, Mchbrg. . . . . . . . . pg. 11 Yingst Homes, Inc.

Garman Builders, Inc. Tamanini Homes

Traditions of America

Martin Homes

Roland Builder, Inc. Yingst Homes, Inc.

Beracah Builders

17 3 Michele Drive, Carlisle . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 19 Landmark Homes

18 24 Torrey Pines Drive, Mchbrg. . . . . . pg. 20 McNaughton Homes

19 898 Tolman Street, Mchbrg. . . . . . . . . pg. 21 Charter Homes & Neighborhoods

20 92 Edris Lane, Mchbrg. . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 22 TriCorner Homes

21 2 Pebble Beach Court, Mchbrg. . . . . . pg. 23 Roland Builder, Inc.

22 1748 Liberty Cove, Mchbrg. . . . . . . . . pg. 24 Fred Tiday Builders, Inc.

23 2245 Lehman Court, Enola . . . . . . . . . pg. 25

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24 8100 J. Carl Williams Boulevard, Hbg. pg. 28 McNaughton Homes

25 2702 Post Drive, Hbg. . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 29 Landmark Homes

26 4546 Laurelwood Drive, Hbg. . . . . . . . pg. 30 Ryan Homes

27 4018 Secretariat Street, Hbg. . . . . . . . pg. 31 Yingst Homes, Inc.

28 1106 Hannock Circle, Hbg. . . . . . . . . . pg. 32 EGStoltzfus Homes, LLC

29 7039 Beaver Spring Road, Hbg. . . . . . pg. 33

Yingst Homes, Inc.

30 6904 Derrick Drive, Hbg. . . . . . . . . . . pg. 34 Landmark Homes

31 1640 Fairmont Drive, Hbg. . . . . . . . . . pg. 35 Yingst Homes, Inc.

32 390 Barnett Circle, Hbg. . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 36 Ryan Homes

33 3926 Seattle Slew Drive, Hbg. . . . . . . pg. 37 Garman Builders, Inc.

34 2701 Box Elder Court, Hbg. . . . . . . . . pg. 38

Yingst Homes, Inc.

36 6005 Union Tunnel Drive, Hbg. . . . . . . pg. 40 McNaughton Homes

37 721 Hampton Court, Hbg. . . . . . . . . . . pg. 41 FoxBuilt, Inc.

38 6511 Plowman Ridge, Hbg. . . . . . . . . pg. 42 McNaughton Homes

39 4292 Stellata Court, Hbg. . . . . . . . . . . pg. 43 Landmark Homes

40 132 Willow Creek Lane, Hum. . . . . . . pg. 44

McNaughton Homes

35 5978 Camden Drive, Hbg. . . . . . . . . . pg. 39 HarrisburgBuilders.com

P27

East Shore

24

EGStoltzfus Homes, LLC $194,900

Creekvale

8100 J. Carl Williams Boulevard Harrisburg

Directions: Rte. 22 East. Left on Rte. 39.

Creekvale is on right.

••3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths ••Granite kitchen countertops with ceramic tile backsplash

First Floor P28

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••Granite look cultured marble top in master bath ••Full basement with 8’ 2” Superior Walls®

Second Floor

••Engineered hardwood on entire 1st floor

McNaughton Homes

$237,900

25

East Shore

Autumn Oaks 2702 Post Drive Harrisburg

Directions: I-83 North to Exit 50A East on Rte. 22 East/Jonestown Rd. Left at Colonial Rd. Cross over Rte. 39/Linglestown Rd. Continue on Colonial Rd. Right on Continental Dr. Community is located at the end of Continental Dr. at Patton Rd.

••2-story vaulted family room ••1 floor owner’s suite st

••Granite countertops including breakfast bar ••2-car garage

First Floor

••Engineered hardwood flooring throughout foyer, kitchen and powder room ••Over 2,000 sq. ft. of living space

Second Floor HarrisburgBuilders.com

P29

East Shore

26

Landmark Homes

$254,900

The Townes at Laurel Point 4546 Laurelwood Drive Harrisburg

Directions: I-81 to Rte. 322 West, Linglestown Rd. (Rte. 39) Exit.

Right on Linglestown Rd. Left on Laurelwood Dr.

••2-story townhome with 2-car garage

••Kitchen features granite countertops with tile backsplash

••Great room adorned with cozy, corner gas fireplace with stone surround

••Owner’s suite with private bath with double vanity and 5’ tile shower

First Floor P30

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••Convenient 2nd floor laundry area

Second Floor

Ryan Homes

$259,990

27

East Shore

Stray Winds Farm

4018 Secretariat Street Harrisburg

Directions: I-81 to Progress Ave. Exit.

North on Progress Ave. Right on Paxton Church Rd. Left on Crums Mills Rd. Right on McIntosh Rd. Community is on left.

••Luxury townhomes in Lower Paxton Township ••Choose your interior designer package

••3-bedroom, 2.5-bath styles

••1st floor owner’s suites available

••Full basements and 2-car garages

Basement

Second Floor First Floor

HarrisburgBuilders.com

P31

East Shore

28

Yingst Homes, Inc.

$277,300

Union Station at Shadebrook

1106 Hannock Circle Harrisburg

Directions: I-83 to Union Deposit Exit. Travel east on Union Deposit Rd. Left on Fairmont Dr. Left on Union Tunnel Dr. Left on Hannock Circle.

••1,676 sq. ft. ranch duplex with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and 2-car garage

••Well-appointed and beautifully finished inside and out

••Located in our brand new Union Station at Shadebrook community

••Generous covered porch is perfect for relaxing or entertaining in warm weather

••Efficient design achieves the perfect balance of practicality and graciousness

COVERED PORCH

DINING

GREAT ROOM

KITCHEN PORCH GARAGE WIC MUD ROOM HALL BATH#2 MASTER BATH

MASTER BEDROOM

P32

Central Keystone Living // FALL 2016

BEDROOM #3

BEDROOM #2

$337,935

29

Kendale Oaks

7039 Beaver Spring Road Harrisburg

Directions: Rte. 322 to top of Chambers Hill. Turn at light to Grayson Rd. Right on Milroy Rd. which turns into Nyes Rd. Left on Conway Rd. Continue approximately 0.3 miles.

Right on Creek Run Rd. Left on Beaver Spring Rd. Home is on left.

••The Brentwood model has 2,618 sq. ft. of living space with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths

••Large master bedroom with a cathedral ceiling and large walk-in closet

••Granite countertops in the kitchen with ceramic tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

••Hardwood floors in the foyer, kitchen, breakfast, dining and 1st floor hallway

First Floor

••Large family room with a bump-out in the back and a gas fireplace

Second Floor

HarrisburgBuilders.com

P33

East Shore

EGStoltzfus Homes, LLC

Yingst Homes, Inc.

East Shore

30

$340,354

Arondale

6904 Derrick Drive Harrisburg

Directions: Rte. 22 East (Allentown Blvd.).

Right on Jonestown Rd. at the light by Arooga’s. Left on Sarhelm Rd. Development is on right.

••2,126 sq. ft., 2-story duplex with 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 3-car garage GARAGE

••Charming fenced courtyard for private outdoor entertaining ••Beautiful park-like community conveniently located between Hershey and Harrisburg

••Vaulted open living area with loft and 1st floor master suite

••Snow removal and landscape maintenance provided by the homeowners’ association

PANTRY LAUNDRY

CONC. PATIO

KITCHEN

BREAKFAST

BATH#3

DINING ROOM

MASTER BATH

MASTER BEDROOM

WIC

BEDROOM#3

LOFT

OPEN TO BELOW

FAMILY ROOM BATH#2

STORAGE

BEDROOM #2

FOYER PORCH

First Floor P34

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Second Floor

Landmark Homes

$379,900

31

East Shore

Union Station 1640 Fairmont Drive Harrisburg

Directions: I-81 to Rte. 22. Left on Jonestown Rd. Right on Nyes Rd. Right on Locust Ln. Left on Fairmont Dr.

••2-story craftsman-style home with 2-car garage and mudroom entry with lockers ••Formal dining room with coffered ceiling and craftsman-style wainscoting

••Open floor plan with lofty 10’ ceilings on 1st floor ••Owner’s suite with expansive closet and private bathroom with custom tile shower

First Floor

••Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, custom island and granite countertop with tile backsplash ••Cozy gas fireplace in living room

Second Floor

HarrisburgBuilders.com

P35

East Shore

32

Yingst Homes, Inc.

$388,534

Brook View 390 Barnett Circle Harrisburg

Directions: I-81 North to Exit 72 to Linglestown. At Linglestown square, right on Rte. 39 (Linglestown Rd.). Travel 2 miles to right on Piketown Rd. Left on Sandy Hollow Rd. Community is on right.

••2,434 sq. ft. ranch with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and 2-car garage

••Interior is brimming with sophisticated finishes and luxurious upgrades

••Handsome colors and textures define the stately exterior

••Includes a custom kitchen with island, granite countertops and “slate” appliances

••12’ high ceiling and stone fireplace add architectural interest in family room

CONC. PATIO

BEDROOM #2 FAMILY ROOM

BREAKFAST BATH #2

MASTER BATHROOM

BEDROOM #3 LAUNDRY

WIC

WIC

KITCHEN

MASTER BEDROOM

GARAGE

FOYER

COVERED PORCH

P36

Central Keystone Living // FALL 2016

DINING ROOM

Ryan Homes

$389,900

33

East Shore

Stray Winds Farm

3926 Seattle Slew Drive Harrisburg

Directions: I-81 to Progress Ave. Exit.

North on Progress Ave. Right on Paxton Church Rd. Left on Crums Mills Rd. Right on McIntosh Rd. Community is on left.

••Luxury ranch-style, 2-car garage homes in Lower Paxton Township

••Luxury features included ••Maintenance-free lawn care

••Lighted walking trails and green space

••9’ 1st floor ceilings

Second Floor

Basement First Floor HarrisburgBuilders.com

P37

East Shore

34

Garman Builders, Inc.

$414,990

Autumn Oaks 2701 Box Elder Court Harrisburg

Directions: Rte. 39 to Colonial Rd. Travel North. Right on Continental Dr. Left on Patton Rd. Right on Autumn Oaks Rd. Right on Box Elder Ct.

••Garman Design, Garman Detail – A Tradition of Excellence

••Glass and tile shower in master bath

••Sliding barn doors in master bath and laundry room

••Tray ceiling with accent rope lighting in master bedroom

••Fireplace with stone surround

DW.

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Second Floor

$425,000

35

Amber Fields 5978 Camden Drive Harrisburg

Directions: I-83 to Exit 50. To Rte. 22 East.

Continue on Rte. 22/Jonestown Rd. Right on Devonshire Rd. Keep left on Devonshire Heights Rd. Right on Veterans Ln. Right on Camden Dr.

••Luxury kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops

First Floor

••Natural gas fireplace with stone surround in family room

••Tray ceiling with accent lighting in owner’s suite

••Richly-appointed owner’s suite with 60” soaking tub

••3 full baths

Second Floor HarrisburgBuilders.com

P39

East Shore

McNaughton Homes

Yingst Homes, Inc.

East Shore

36

$452,400

Union Station at Shadebrook 6005 Union Tunnel Drive Harrisburg

Directions: I-83 to Union Deposit Exit. Travel east on Union Deposit Rd. Left on Fairmont Dr. Left on Union Tunnel Dr.

••1,991 sq. ft. ranch with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and 2-car garage

••Hand-crafted craftsman details and luxurious upgrades throughout

••Brilliant open floor plan is ideal for today’s lifestyle

••Finished basement with built-in bar, media area and space for game tables

••Built-in outdoor seating area with gas fire pit at lower level

DECK

CONC PATIO

WET BAR BREAKFAST MASTER BEDROOM

GREAT ROOM

FAMILY ROOM

KITCHEN

GAME ROOM

LAUNDRY

MASTER BATH DINING ROOM PWD

WIC

GARAGE

WIC BATH#2 STORAGE

BEDROOM #2

Basement

STUDY

FOYER

COVERED PORCH

P40

Central Keystone Living // FALL 2016

First Floor

McNaughton Homes

$474,900

37

East Shore

Wilshire Estates

721 Hampton Court Harrisburg

Directions: I-83 to Rte. 22 East/ Jonestown Rd. Exit.

East on Rte. 22. Right on Devonshire Rd. Right on Hampton Court.

••Luxury kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops ••3-car side-entry garage

••Natural gas fireplace with stone surround in family room

••Tray ceiling with accent lighting in owner’s suite

••Richly-appointed owner’s suite with 60” soaking tub

••Over 3,000 sq. ft. of living space

H.BATH

LAUNDRY MOOR YLIMAF ”0-’51 X ”5-’91

BREAKFAST

DINING ROOM

W.I.C.

BEDROOM 4

OWNER’S SUITE

KITCHEN

FAMILY ROOM

HALL

W.I.C.

PANTRY ENTRY W.I.C. HTAB.O O.BATH LIVING ROOM

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EGARAG ”8-’52 X ”8-’91 GARAGE

OPEN TO BELOW

FOYER STUDY

BEDROOM 3

BEDROOM 2

PORCH

First Floor

Second Floor

HarrisburgBuilders.com

P41

FoxBuilt, Inc.

38

$699,900

East Shore

Deaven Woods 6511 Plowman Ridge Harrisburg

Directions: I-81 North to Paxtonia Exit.

South on Mountain Rd. Left on Old Jonestown Rd. Right on Nyes Rd. Left on Devonshire Heights Rd. Left on Deaven Rd. Development is on right.

••Building quality relationships and custom homes is what we do

••Our customers are a blessing to FoxBuilt, and we work hard to be a blessing

••FoxBuilt’s personalized approach means your home will be a reflection of you

••Builder-approved lots are in your area ••Ask about our other approved locations

••Tour our model home which is for sale now, or set up a design consultation

UP

BEDROOM 3

BEDROOM 2

COVERED DECK 17'6 x 12'

15'-5" x 11'-4"

11'-0" x 15'-11"

SUNROOM 15'-0" x 15'-0"

MASTER BDRM

MASTER WIC

15'-6" x 20'-6"

J/J BATH 6'-6" x 6'-6"

9'-0" x 20'-6"

UNCOVERED DECK 12' x 10'

WIC

W IC

5'-9" x 4'-6"

PANTRY

7'-0" x 8'-10"

HOOD

9'-5" x 17'-0"

BENCH & CUBBIES

LAUNDRY

ARCH

ARCH

5'-10" x 4'-6"

FAMILY

BREAKFAST NOOK

60" x 96" ISLAND

18'-2" x 20'-6"

UP

FUTURE BEDROOM 15'-8" x 12'-9"

15'-11" x 15'-8"

BED 4 BATH 9'-7" x 6'-0"

FUTURE BATH

GAS FIRE

KITCHEN

16'-3" x 17'-10"

BEDROOM 4 16'-0" x 12'-5"

5'-6" x 8'-2"

MASTER BATH WIC

FUTURE CLOSET

9'-7" x 4'-9"

6'-11" x 5'-0"

COATS

UP

GARAGE

23'-4" x 34'-10"

DINING

17'-4" x 12'-6"

ENTRY

10'-0" x 11'-0"

OFFICE

15'-6" x 12'-6"

UNFINISHED STORAGE 11'-3" x 16'-3"

Second Floor

First Floor

P42

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15'-6" x 14'-2"

McNaughton Homes

$699,900

39

East Shore

The Estates at Autumn Oaks 4292 Stellata Court Harrisburg

Directions: I-83 North to Exit 50A for Rte. 22 East. Continue on Colonial Rd. Left on Stellata Ct.

••Richly-appointed owner’s suite with double-door entry

••Luxurious kitchen with granite countertops

••3-car side-entry garage

••2-story family room

••Spacious family room with 2-sided fireplace to outdoor covered deck ••Over 3,800 sq. ft. of living space

••Wooded 1-acre lot

DECK

KITCHEN STUDY

BEDROOM 4 12’-8” X 11’-6”

BREAKFAST OPEN TO BELOW

OWNER’S SUITE

GREAT ROOM

HALL

BATH ENTRY

HALL

PANTRY

LAUNDRY

O.BATH BATH LIVING ROOM

FOYER

BEDROOM 2

DINING ROOM

OPEN TO BELOW

BEDROOM 1 W.I.C.

GARAGE

PORCH

W.I.C.

First Floor

Second Floor

HarrisburgBuilders.com

P43

East Shore

40

Landmark Homes

$849,600

Willow Creek Farms

132 Willow Creek Lane Hummelstown

Directions: Rte. 322 to Rte. 39 West/ HersheyPark Dr. Left on Rte. 39 West. Left on Red Top Rd. Community is 0.5 miles on left.

••2-story home with attached 2-car garage and detached 1-car garage

••Unique stone archway leads into the hearth room with gas fireplace

••Kitchen is adorned with granite countertops, island and stainless steel appliances

••Great room boasts 2-story ceilings and hardwood flooring

••1st floor owner’s suite includes private bath, oversized closet and cathedral ceiling

Second Floor

First Floor P44

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