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Safe & sound while you are away By Randy Sorrell
Who better to watch your home while away than a seasoned group of professionals experienced in home improvement? That’s why we launched HomeWatchers, a natural extension of SURROUNDINGS by NatureWorks+.
“SNOWBIRDING”: –verb The art of disappearing...a newly created verb much like cocooning or nesting. It is the art of disappearing from any Hamilton County zip code for extended periods during winter’s long dreary months. Several friends remind us of the lovely couple in the picture…happy, successful, at peace and who love vacationing. Often they encourage their friends, neighbors or children to check out their house while
resorting in Florida or Arizona. But, that’s getting a little… old, isn’t it?
So, welcome to HomeWatchers, our newly created vision whose mission is to offer you peace of mind while you are away. A long term, security-cleared staff member will regularly visit your home and perform a 25-point inspection designed to reduce the risk of damage and theft. No more worrying about busted pipes, random mail or another critter squirreling his way in through the chimney or soffit. After all, you are on vacation!
Whether you are home or away, SURROUNDINGS by NatureWorks+ would love to remodel your basement, build a patio, or create other incredible living spaces for you.
317.565.9447 www.yourhomewatcher.com
A lower-level project It was just your typical sterile basement before. Both a storage vessel and some sort of rec space for a few kids still at home. But Allison had a bigger vision. She saw a formal media area with a flat screen TV surrounded by cozy overstuffed furniture and a mini-bar, to house favorite goodies for family movie night. She saw a billiards room with natural light filtering in for inspiration. A separate half bathroom for convenience would be nice and let’s organize the valuable clutter into a determined storage area. After all…DREAM BIG!
317.575.0482
Her talent for decorating and willingness to bring in a professional for color direction resulted in a very warm space that has exceeded all expectations. What’s your vision? Call SURROUNDINGS by NatureWorks+ at 575-0482 with your ideas.
What are current home trends? It seems everyone wants to know what the latest trends are in home improvement, particularly as Christmas approaches and 2010’s new Home and Flower Show at Lucas Oil Stadium gets anticipated (oh, you haven’t heard?). The obvious answers would be advanced material selection, fade resistant patio stone, “green”-friendly products and ambitious flowering shrubs that promise it all…short of making your coffee in the morning.
I believe the greatest trend, or reality, is one of prudence. We are being wiser consumers, adhering to pre-set project budgets, phasing in over a period of bonuses/seasons and even participating in part of the installation. Nevertheless, Carmel residents are still hungry to create these very cool spaces to enjoy. A place to escape when we are desperate for a break from reality and where our children can hang out and connect.
Amazingly, that’s precisely what we do!
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