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Winterizing outdoor power equipment (NAPS) — When the colder weather blows in, it’s often time to put away such outdoor power equipment as lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and trimmers, and get out snow throwers, generators and other small-engine equipment. To help home and business owners prepare for this change, the experts at the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing more than 100 power equipment, engine and utility vehicle manufacturers and suppliers, suggest you ask yourself seven questions: Do you know how to use your equipment properly? Review owner’s manuals for equipment. Refamiliarize yourself with safe handling procedures and required maintenance needs. If you
Alpharetta. $350,000 5730 Bryson Lane 4BR/2.5BA FMLS: 6085482 Tracy McCusker 770.653.0060
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lost your manual, you can probably find it online. Does any of your equipment need servicing? Before storing equipment, clean and service it or take it to a small-engine repair shop. Drain and change engine oil and dispose of old oil safely. Service the air filter and do other maintenance activities as directed by your service manual. Check all equipment coming out of storage and see what maintenance and repairs are required. Are batteries fully charged? Remove and fully charge any batteries before storage or to ready your winter equipment for a sudden, unexpected
Alpharetta. $435,000 11223 Calypso Drive 4BR/3.5BA FMLS: 6121153 Laura Warren 404.731.7330
Alpharetta. $855,000 300 Marjean Way 4BR/3.5BA FMLS: 6107795 Morgan Forehand 404.441.7113 Charlcie Forehand 678.613.4422
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How to boost curb appeal this winter Brought to you by – BILL RAWLINGS Senior Vice President & Managing Broker, North Atlanta Office Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty Between fallen leaves, barren trees and brown, dormant lawns, the winter months don’t make it easy for sellers to make that all-important good first impression when buyers drive up. If you are planning to list your home this RAWLINGS winter, what can you do to boost your curb appeal? The following tips should help. Keep It Tidy You may not be able to help the sparse look of an empty tree or lawn, but you can make it easier for buyers to visualize what these would look like in the spring and summer. Keep the clutter off the front porch and keep the lawn free of leaves and other debris. Buyers can see when a place is cared for even when Mother Nature isn’t doing her part. Consider a Fresh Coat of Paint One advantage Atlanta sellers have is
the benefit of a milder winter climate. As long as the temperatures stay above 35 degrees Fahrenheit (and you use a paint rated above that temperature), you can repaint your home’s exterior throughout the winter months. If you choose to do so, lean toward warm, bright colors for a crisp, inviting look. Plant Flowers To make your landscape have a lusher and more vibrant feel for the spring, adding area in your lawn that is filled with perennials and bushes will set your home apart from others. Pressure Wash Pressure-washing can instantly give the home a vibrant and refreshed look. This is an easy way to clean dirty siding or a deck, as well as the driveway and faded walkways. It’s also cost-efficient! Whether you use these tips or come up with your own ideas, the underlying goal to boosting curb appeal in winter is to stage your home as a haven against the elements — a place people would want to come to home to. Your selling agent may have more specific suggestions for putting your home’s best foot forward. To learn more, call Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty at 770.442.7300
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Equipment: Continued from Page 2 weather event. Have you drained the fuel tank in stored equipment? Unused gas left in tanks for months can go stale. It can even damage your equipment. For equipment you’ll store over the winter, add fuel stabilizer to the gas tank, then run the equipment to distribute it. Turn the engine off, let the machine cool, then restart and run until the gas tank is empty. Is equipment properly sheltered from rough weather? Store warm weather equipment in a clean and dry place such as a garage, barn or shed. Cold weather equipment should also be kept away from the elements but available for use. Always keep outdoor power equipment out of the reach of children. Is your yard tidy and free of debris? Clear the paths regularly used. Make space in your garage or basement
before the weather changes so you have room to store larger items, such as patio furniture, umbrellas and toys. Have you found and prepared your gas can? Always know the appropriate fuel needed. Most outdoor power equipment was designed, built and warranted to run on 10 percent or less ethanol fuel. Buy the type of fuel recommended by your equipment manufacturer. Fuel goes stale and will need to be replaced if you have not used it within 30 days. Use a fuel stabilizer if recommended by your manufacturer. It’s important to protect your power by using the correct fuel. “Good maintenance means equipment will be in great shape when you want to tackle landscaping projects again,” explained Kris Kiser, president and CEO of OPEI. “Now is also the time for snow thrower and generator maintenance and reviewing safe handling procedures.” Get more information on safe fueling for outdoor power equipment at www. LookBeforeYouPump.com and find additional safety tips at www.OPEI.org.
Cumming. $334,900 5085 Mundy Court 4BR/2.5BA FMLS: 6115289 Mary Jane Egan 678.521.1501
Cumming. $725,000 3197 Trout Place Road 5BR/4.5BA FMLS: 6120290 Denise Sperier 404.245.1887
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Luxury living at Wescott Located in the highly sought-after Lambert High School District, Wescott is the latest luxury home community offered by award-winning builder, Patrick Malloy Luxury Communities. This luxurious enclave includes 61 homesites and top-notch amenities. Once finished, this exclusive lifestyle will include a gated entry, tennis courts, playground, swimming pool with water feature, gazebo, spa and many more activities throughout the green spaces inside the community. The community clubhouse will serve as a gathering place for friends and neighbors to enjoy summer evenings while listening to children playing outdoors. Located in affluent South Forsyth, Wescott’s location is idyllic for any family looking to live in award-winning Lambert High School. Rated one of the top high schools in the United States, it is located within walking distance and affords students a top-notch education along with Sharon Elementary and Riverwatch Middle Schools. Nearby is a bevy of high-end shopping and dining options. Centrally located to Avalon, The Collection at Forsyth and North Point Mall, Wescott homeowners can enjoy the finer things in life inside and outside their community. While being away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Atlanta, it is still conveniently located to commuter routes and major businesses across North Atlanta. For the avid golfer, some of Atlanta’s best courses are within a 20 mile radius. If golfing is not your weekend activity of choice, there are parks weaving in and around the neighborhood next to the Chattahoochee River that are great for some fresh air activities. Wescott offers 4 floorplans starting at 4,100 square feet on homesites from one third to one half acres with slab and basement options. These homes can be built with up to 6 bedrooms for large families. The model home is located at 690 Nichols Road, Suwanee and is a must-see.
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Overcoming life’s messes (NAPS) — Each January, people set resolutions for the New Year, but according to U.S. News & World Report, approximately 80 percent of resolutions fail by the second week of February. If organizing is your Achilles’ heel, the solution is to tap into local professionals to help guide you through the process and give you the tools necessary to sustain order. Whether you commit to downsizing a storage unit of inherited items, want to find more family time, or desire to design a more peaceful living space, a Professional Organizer or Productivity Consultant can help you tackle these tasks when you don’t know where to begin. “Studies prove that a decluttered environment contributes to productivity and happiness, so getting organized should be at the top of your list of resolutions,” explains Ellen Delap, CPO®, president of the National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals (NAPO). “Finding and hiring a productivity professional is no different than choosing an accountant, personal trainer, or doctor. You’ll want to work with someone who takes the time to get to know you, understands your needs, and has the expertise to advise you and help you achieve your goals.” January is Get Organized & Be Productive (GO) Month, an annual initiative sponsored by the National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals. To help, Delap offers this advice on how to get organized with the help of a Professional Organizer or Productivity Consultant: Get specific about your needs. Professionals offer a wide range of residential and business services, so make a list of what you want to accomplish. Are you just clearing out years of clutter or do you need someone experienced in deal-
ing with a mental health or traumatic situation? Do you need help organizing your office or guidance on how to manage your time more effectively? Make a connection, interview candidates and be honest. It is in your best interest to be as candid as possible about your needs and goals. You will be inviting this person into your home or workplace so it is critical to have a good rapport. An experienced professional will ask questions about you and your needs and dig into the issues that thwarted your past attempts to move forward. Set a budget. As with most professions, fees vary widely based on experience, geographic location, and the type of services rendered. Some professionals may charge by the hour or project, while others offer packages of services. Avoid selecting someone strictly on price. Investing in a consultant with the personality and skill set that match your needs will offer greater, and faster, returns. Identify an expert. We all have friends and neighbors who pride themselves on being organized but this isn’t a job for your mom! Hiring a certified professional or one who has aligned him- or herself with a professional organization that has a code of ethics offers an added level of security. Applaud yourself for taking the first step! Your choice is not irreversible. If you begin working with an organizing or productivity professional and are not happy with responding to his or her style, speak up. You are rarely under obligation to continue the relationship. More than likely, he or she will be happy to recommend a colleague. When you are ready to find a professional, you can check out the NAPO Professional Organizer and Productivity Consultant Search Tool at www.NAPO.net.
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Choosing a shutter style Exterior Shutters can really make or break the exterior of your home and plays a vital role in the overall curb appeal. One of the items to consider is the STYLE of shutter that will look good on your home and give that final touch to complete the picture. Dupbel Millworks Inc. is set up to create unique custom styles while offering a variety of standard styles to choose from. Let’s discuss some of the standard styles most commonly used. Board and Batten Shutters A shutter typically composed of three to five vertical boards that are connected using two or three horizontal battens. These shutters inspire a country or cottage look and have grown in popularity in the last few years. The latest trend is to have multiple narrow boards to create a cleaner, more sophisticated look. This style lends itself to adding additional interest by adding diagonal pieces or even strap hinges. Paneled Shutters This traditional style consists of panels within a frame. This shutter style’s popularity during the last number of decades has firmly entrenched it as the “traditional look.” Especially with the panels you can select a number of styles based on your preference. We can start off with a Flat panel, giving a very smooth and minimalistic look. Or you can do the very traditional Raised panel, providing a more three-dimensional appearance. Our Shaker Raised panels gives you even more depth while keeping it very classic and stylish. The Mission style panel is another option, where it is incorporating design elements from the Board and Batten style, but with a much more sophisticated look. The size and placement of the panels will typically follow the window design, but lately we’ve seen a lot of deviation from the traditional to jazz it up a little bit. We can incorporate a small panel in the center, make them single panels, or even 3 equal panels, all depending on the look the home owner wants to create. Louvered Shutters. Louvered styled shutters are the original “classic standard,” found on period buildings such as Antebellum, Colonial, Williamsburg, Georgian and Federal styled houses. Louvered shutters create an additional architectural element to enhance the house’s façade. Louvered shutters can also be the right choice for Contemporary styled buildings wishing to create a more traditional appearance. For a slightly more modern look you can make the slats wider to give a cleaner, less busy appearance. Dupbel Millworks Inc. manufactures exteriors shutters using only weather resistant materials. This is especially important in Georgia’s hot, humid conditions. We have a series of standard shutters styles, while fully equipped to help you design a custom style specifically for your house. We are a full service company, and can help you from the design phase to installation. Our business is located in Alpharetta, GA and we are proud to serve the residential and commercial market of North Georgia. We are small enough to provide you with personal attention, yet strong enough to handle complex designs.
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Upgrade attic insulation to save on energy expenses (NAPS) — One of the most cost-effective ways to make your home more comfortable year-round is to add insulation to your attic, including the attic trap or access door. By sealing uncontrolled air leaks, points out the U.S. Department of Energy, you can save 10 percent to 20 percent on your heating and cooling bills. Fortunately, this can be a relatively easy task. Why Improve Your Insulation An improperly insulated attic can be a preventable source of energy loss and unnecessary expense. Over time, insulation can settle or compact, which reduces its R-value. An insulating material’s resistance to conductive heat flow is measured or rated in terms of its thermal resistance or R-value—the higher the R-value, the greater the insulating effectiveness. A breezy attic may also result in drifts or shifts in your original insulation, leaving gaps where heat can escape. By topping up your attic insulation, you’ll increase the thermal level, reducing your overall energy usage and saving you money.
Whether in winter cold or summer heat, upgrading insulation is always a good idea.
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