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4010 Noirmont Court Edelweiss Gartens – Phase 13 College Station

Large living room with rock facia around fireplace Custom-built kitchen cabinets with stain finish; tile backsplash Granite countertop in kitchen with 1-1/2” edge Maytag black appliances with electric self cleaning oven Structured wiring system for communication & entertainment Wired for surround sound in living room & for speakers on back porch Jetted tub & seperate marble shower in master bathroom Granite vanity top in bathrooms with Delta fixtures Tile flooring in kitchen, dining, utility & both bathrooms Luxurious wood laminant flooring installed in entry & living room 2” faux wood blinds furnished and installed Floored storage area above garage with lighting Garage door opener and keyless entry pad Large covered back porch with ceiling fan Lawn sprinkler system with rain sensors covering entire yard Grass sod over entire yard; Landscaping in front yard Energy saving–spray applied cellulose insulation in exterior walls Windows are double pane with energy efficient LoE glass GoodCents air conditioning with energy efficiency rating of 14 Radiant barrier roof decking & R38 rated attic insulation Cedar plank fencing enclosing backyard Rain Guttering furnished by builder at front entry

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Fall Parade of Homes™ - October 22-23

By Randy French, President

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Bryan-College Station Home Builders Association On behalf of the Bryan-College Station Home Builders Association, I want to welcome you to the 2011 Fall Parade of Homes™. Whether you’re in the market for a new home or just looking for ideas, the Parade of Homes™ is the place for you to discover exciting new trends in construction and home design. Moreover, it is an excellent opportunity to meet the builders personally and to learn how they can deliver to you the home of your dreams.

This year’s Fall Parade of Homes™ is sponsored by Ferguson Enterprises, Edelweiss Gartens, Acme Glass Company, College Station Utilities, Brazos County Abstract Company, Nicholas Nelson Custom Homes, and University Title Company.

Admission to the homes free to the public.

To view the homes, look for the map in the Parade of Homes™ special section of the The Eagle on Friday, October 21, or visit the Bryan-College Station Home Builders Association website at www.bcsbuilders.org. The map will also be available in The Eagle on both days of the Parade. Also, you can follow the blue directional signs and find the official red Parade

of Homes™ sign which will be located in the yard of each participating builder’s home.

This year we have 33 homes on display from 24 of our association’s finest home builder members. These association members are committed to building homes and neighborhoods where you can enjoy the quality of life that is the trademark of the area. This year’s participants include Blackhawk Custom Homes, Blackstone Custom Homes, Brazos Valley Affordable Housing Corporation, Carrabba Brothers, Ltd., Cathey Development, Charles Thomas Homes, Crowley Construction, Inc., Ed Froehling Builder, Inc., Golden Homes, Inc., Grand Homes, Hamilton Homes, Heath Townsend Homes, Ironstone Homes, LLC., JMV Custom Homes, KM Custom Homes, Inc., Magruder Homes, LP., Mariott Homes, Inc., Nicholas Nelson Custom Homes, Raven Homes, S & I Residential, Schaefer Custom Homes, LLC., Stylecraft Builders, Inc., Tilson Custom Homes, and Tradition Homes.

You can meet these builders in 19 of the finest subdivisions in the area including Austin’s Colony, Carter’s Crossing, Castle

Rock, Castlegate, Crescent Point, Duck Haven Estates, Edelweiss Gartens, El Camino Real, Falls Creek Ranch, Field Creek Estates, Indian Lakes, Meadows at Copperas Hollow, Miramont (Villas at Miraloma), Pebble Creek, Sendera Estates, Shenandoah, Summit Crossing, Tiffany Park, and Tuscany Trace.

We look forward to seeing you and hope you enjoy the Parade of Homes™.

The Bryan College Station Home Builders Association is a not-for-profit trade association, affiliated with the Texas Association of Builders and the National Association of Home Builders, chartered in 1967 to promote and protect the building industry and its customers in Brazos County and its contiguous counties. Our mission is to cultivate a positive business environment in the building industry. We are committed to responsible growth by providing citizens with safe, quality and cost effective housing while promoting a positive economic future for the counties the association serves.

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Increase your home value, enhance your curb appeal

Start by determining your home’s best exterior features, and then assess some improvements that you can tackle on your own and get the biggest bang for your buck. Here are some simple ways to help boost your curb appeal:

• Spruce up landscaping Take pride in your front yard and make sure to keep up with regular lawn maintenance. This could mean adding some new shrubs, plants or flowers to the house, but start by fixing up and trimming down all existing yard features. Consider lining walkways with an attractive fence or adding a splash of color with potted plants or bright flowers. A few garden fix-ups can go a long way to improve an outsider’s first impression of your home.

• Add fresh features If it’s in the budget, hit up a local home and garden store to find some simple products to

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• Clean up clutter Getting rid of clutter and scrubbing down grime should be the first steps in giving your home’s exterior a fresh new glow.

Start by removing any unused items or dead plants from the yard. Clean out the gutters and

consider power washing the front of the house. It might not look dirty, but you’d be amazed at how much dirt can accumulate and cause a dingy, dull appearance.

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(ARA) - Whether you want to prepare your outdoor spaces for entertaining or you’re trying to make a great first impression on home buyers, now is the time to get the outside looking great. From fixing up the deck on the front porch to adding some colorful flowers to the landscaping, there are plenty of elements to make your home look more inviting.

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An Efficient Equation For Today’s Homeowners

According to the Energy Information Administration, the demand for green homes is expected to rise 900 percent in

In the home, using energy efficient appliances can dramatically reduce energy waste and cut costs. Companies like Miele offer a wide range of Energy Star rated appliances for every room in the house from the kitchen to the laundry room.

For example, Miele offers induction cooktops, which use a non-contact method of heating using magnetic fields to transfer energy directly to cookware.

The induction element stays cool, while the target object heats up rapidly for extremely efficient cooking. Like gas, induction is exceptionally easy and quick to control. The ability to precisely control the power makes induction perfect for all types of cooking. It is highly reactive and exceedingly safe.

The cooking surface is cool in operation and only generates heat where the pan sits on it. As soon as the pan is

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Green building brings together a vast array of practices and techniques to reduce and ultimately eliminate the impacts of buildings on the environment and human health. It often emphasizes taking advantage of renewable resources, such as using sunlight to generate solar power and using plants to reduce rainwater runoff.

the next five years.

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(ARA) - Across the nation, both building professionals and consumers are embracing the idea of sustainable building practices. This practice follows a process that is environmentally responsible and resource efficient throughout a building’s life cycle: from design to construction, operation to mai ntenance and renovation, to eventually, demolition. This practice expands and complements the classical building design concerns of economy, utility, durability and comfort.

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Give Your Home An Annual Checkup To Help Save Energy, Money

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(ARA) - Clean out the gutters. Put away the deck furniture and grill.

Have the furnace checked. Sound familiar? Fall home improvement projects can help protect your home from cold weather and help save money on costly repairs down the road.

“An annual walk-around is a great way to check for potential maintenance needs for your home,” says Kathy Krafka Harkema, spokesperson for Pella Windows and Doors. “Check major systems that help protect your house - the roof, gutters, siding, exterior finish, windows, doors, foundation and steps, plus interior components like heating, cooling, chimney and electrical systems.”

Look for obvious signs of deterioration, damage or potential problems, Krafka Harkema advises.

Replace or repair worn or broken items before they cause potential

What can Tilson build for you

“Adding a new storm door is a quick, affordable way to boost your home’s energy efficiency, improve the curb appeal and help protect the entry door from the weather,” Krafka Harkema says.

Inspect windows, doors When checking your home’s windows and doors, inspect the interior and exterior finishes around them. Is the paint or stain in good condition? Signs of flaking and peeling or water stains may mean that it’s time to refinish or replace the unit.

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Start with new storm door One quick project is to install a new energy-efficient storm door. A storm door brings natural light into the home, while helping to keep the cold, wet weather out.

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Sometimes the act of saving money just isn’t fun enough on its own. Fortunately, you can make home improvements that will trim your utility bills and boost your home’s appeal at the same time. Here are four fun home improvements that are surprisingly energy efficient as well:

Dishwashers purchased before 1994 use an additional 10 gallons or more of water per cycle than a new Energy Star qualified model, according to EnergyStar.gov. And if you

2. Beautify your bathroom Kitchens and baths sell homes, but they’re also the rooms where the most water gets used and wasted.

Old fixtures and faucets are among the top water-wasting culprits in a home. You can conserve water by turning off the tap when you brush your teeth, but that water savings goes down the drain if the toilet runs constantly when you leave the room.

Replacing leaky fixtures can reap significant water savings. Energy Star says a leaky faucet can waste gallons of water.

Just one drip per second can waste up to 1,661 gallons of water in a year, according to EnergyStar.gov. You can also conserve water by installing a low-flow showerhead,

Venting skylights provide decorating flair with providing natural light and passive ventilation. which can save you as much as 5 gallons of water during a 10-minute shower. Many manufacturers now offer stylish, waterefficient faucets and showerheads.

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1. Buy a new dishwasher - Or clothes washer.

Older appliances were not only built to be less energy efficient, they can lose what little efficiency they had as they age. If your appliances are more than 10 years old, they likely use more energy and water than newer models, especially new models that are Energy Star qualified.

don’t have a dishwasher at all, don’t think of buying one as just a luxury. Energy Star says you’ll save 5,000 gallons of water and knock $40 per year off your utility bills if you give up washing dishes by hand - not to mention 230 hours of your time.

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(ARA) - Who wouldn’t like to save money on utility bills this winter? But have you ever considered some of the more common energy-efficient home improvements - like insulating your hot water heater or replacing incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescents - and thought “dullsville”?

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beautify, while protecting your investment for the future. The Flood brand of wood care products provides a complete line - from prepping and cleaning to staining and sealing - to help you get the job done and make your deck the place to be.

There are plenty of projects that can make a huge difference to improve the look of your home without requiring you to spend a fortune on remodeling. Get a head start on a few of these weekend projects. Your home just might be the envy of all your neighbors this summer.

An Efficient Equation For Today’s Homeowners removed, the flow of heat stops immediately.

For more information on the various types of energy efficient appliances available, visit www.mieleusa.com.

Young, savvy, environmentallyconscious consumers are at the forefront of the green movement.

Programs like the Department of Energy’s Solar Decathlon allow this demographic to create and design an energy efficient home.

The Solar Decathlon is a program that challenges collegiate teams to design, build, and operate solar-powered houses that are cost-effective, energy-efficient, and attractive. The winner of the

competition is the team that best blends affordability, consumer appeal, and design excellence with optimal energy production and maximum efficiency. This year’s winner was the University of Maryland Team WaterShed.

“We are extremely pleased to be partnering with Miele on our entry into the 2011 Solar Decathlon competition,” says Brian Grieb, University of Maryland Team WaterShed’s faculty project manager.

“Miele has a reputation for providing elegantly designed, environmentally conscious, cost-efficient products that are constructed with longevity in mind. These attributes are exactly the qualities we were seeking to include in the WaterShed home.”

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enhance existing elements.

Maybe it’s a new mailbox, trendy yard decor, or even a shiny new fixture for the front door. You can also add a couple pieces of furniture to create a more welcoming atmosphere to the front porch. Consider a visit to second-hand shops or garage sales; you never know when a fresh coat of paint can make one man’s trash another man’s treasure.

• Prep your deck The exterior of your home doesn’t stop at the front yard - make sure it looks inviting all the way around.

Start by prepping the deck and applying a new coat of wood stain to enhance and

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Traditions Garden Homes

Secluded, yet close to the Club, this intimate enclave of luxurious Garden Homes offers wooded backyards and French Country design influences. Their natural setting adds privacy and added security while still being only a short walk or cart ride to the Club.

Old world charm eminates from each of Traditions’ extraordinarily well designed Garden Homes. You will love the privacy of many of the homes. With several offering wonderful views of the greens and fairways of the Nicklaus Design golf course.

Live extraordinarily, every day. Only a few remaining. Starting in the high $300’s.

Homesites Range from 0.2 acres to 0.72 acres allows you to build a home as unique as you desire. Homes at Traditions range between 1,800 - 14,000 square feet (the minimum s.f. requirements depend on the neighborhood). With no build-time specification, you build when it is convenient for you.

Starting at $89,900.

The beautiful Villa floor plans are specically designed for entertaining guests, enjoying a family getaway, or relaxing after a long day of golfing on the beautiful Jack Nicklaus Design course. Gated and landscaped with concierge services available, these elegant, southern designed front porches and tranquil backyards bring the Club, pool and dining to your doorstep. You’ll never feel more relaxed and at home.

Starting in the $400’s.

Clubhouse The Clubhouse at Traditions Club is your home away from home. Relaxed, familiar and comfortable you’ll enjoy meeting and entertaining friends in a wide choice of settings ranging from poolside grille service to the private wine cellar dining room. Large groups or small. Formal or relaxed. This is Club living in classic American style.

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Condominiums Cross Over to Your Fairway Escape, your newest opportunity to live the Traditions lifstyle. Hidden Bridge Condos are available for Aggie Football Season 2012. For additional information regarding floor plans and pricing, please contact the Traditions Real Estate Sales Team.

Starting in the low $200’s.

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Give your home an annual checkup to help save energy, money

Next, check windowsills and tracks for dirt and debris like sand, leaves, insects or pine needles. Open windows and doors to clean out the area with a soft brush. Debris can hamper the airtight effectiveness and overall performance of doors and windows.

“An easy, effective winterizing tip is to look at the weather stripping around doors and windows,” Krafka Harkema says. “Reattach loose pieces and replace those that are ripped or torn.”

Finally, feel for uneven sliding and sticking when you open and close a window. Try using a nonoily lubricant, like paraffin wax, on the opposing finishes.

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Windows and doors that do not open and close easily could be a safety risk, especially in the event of a fire. Replace broken or inoperable windows and doors with safer, more energy-efficient ones.

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Fun, surprising cost-saving home improvements 4. Install a fireplace - Zone heating the areas of your home where you spend the most time can reduce your home heating bill by 20 to 40 percent, according to the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association.

Installing an energy-efficient fireplace or a stove is a great, appealing way to zone heat the rooms you use the most.

What’s more, this type of heating can be “greener,” if you use renewable fuels like cord wood, pellets or other plantderived materials in your highefficiency stove or fireplace. As for the fun quotient, it’s hard to top a fireplace for a home improvement that adds warmth and appeal to a room.

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