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Homark Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-90 I’ll Tile & Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-08,09 Invisible Fence of Fargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-26 J&K Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-15, 16, Outside Jack Chivers Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-42 Jay’s Garden Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-13 JCS Cabinets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-73 JT Lawn and Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-04 K & M Coating Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-27 Lakes Area Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-85 Laney’s Mechanical Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-83, 84 Leafguard Gutters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-33

ABC Seamless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-59

Lighthouse Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-63,64, 65

Advanced Docks & Lifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-12

Menards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-44

Advantage Seamless Gutters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-74

MLC Custom Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-14

Aquarius Home Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-15,16

Morton Buildings Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-46

At Ease Dock & Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-05,06,07

Mudpumpers Mudjacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-67

B & M Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-24

Northland Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-75

Bath Fitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-69, 70

Northwestern Bank NA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-57

Brandenburg Crew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-80

Novelty Construction LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-04

Cabinets Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-38

Olson Pools & Spas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-47,48,49

Community Co-Ops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-71

Outlet Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-13,14

Cormorant Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-88

Pella Windows & Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-79

Cullen’s Home Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-60,61,62

Prairie Rose Painting & Roofing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-06

Custom Porches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-40,41

Precision Landscape & Irrigation . . . . . . . . B-28,29,30

Cutco Cutlery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-54

Pro Custom Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-81,82

Dakota Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-72

RE/MAX Lakes Region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-01,02

Design 2 Sell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-20,21

Rusco Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-55

Detroit Lakes Overhead Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-78

S@N Sealcoating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-56

Detroit Lakes Public Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-03

Seaberg Power Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-09

Detroit Outlet Graphics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-03

Stenerson Lumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-91,92

Do-Right Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-39

Sunspace - Brainerd Lakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-52,53

Dynamic Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-35

T .S . Dock & Lift Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-17

Edina Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-86

Timberland Exteriors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-22,23

Elsner Well Drilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-25

Tri-State Tree Injection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-43

Fargo Roofing & Siding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-11,12

Twin City Garage Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-58

Finishes Unlimited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-07

U Can Click It . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-51

Foltz Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-10

U Motors Pelican Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-08

Green’s Plumbing/Modern Heating . . . . . B-17,18,19

United Savings Credit Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-76

Hanson’s Plumbing & Heating Inc . . . . . . . . . . B-31,32

Western Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-36,37

Hebron Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-68

Your Home Improvement Company . . . . . . . . B-01,02

Heston Contracting, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-93

Zerorez . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-89

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5 Simple Ways to Give Your Home Curb Appeal Spring is the perfect time to give the outside of your home a fresh facelift. Even if you aren’t trying to sell your home, there’s a real benefit to enhancing and maintaining your home’s curb appeal.

Exterior upgrades consistently rank among the best home improvement projects for their strong return on investment.

That’s because many of these strategies are fairly simple and relatively affordable solutions.

While some homes may benefit from more extensive and expensive updates, like repaving a damaged driveway or replacing old windows, there are many simple, low-cost updates that you can tackle yourself.

The first step is to assess your home’s appearance, but this time, look at it from a home buyer’s perspective. Imagine that you are seeing it for the first time, and then make a list of the characteristics that stand out immediately, and which ones you want to highlight.

To help get you started, here are some areas to evaluate: Lighting – A dimly lit walkway is not only dangerous, it’s also uninviting. Pathway lighting products are available in a wide variety of designs and price ranges, but even some of the more economical options can be visually appealing at night.

Also consider upgrading the lighting on your front porch.

There are many light fixtures that will complement the style of your home and can give an immediate boost to your home’s entrance.

Paint – You’ve probably heard it many times before, but the power of paint cannot be overstated. A fresh coat of paint on the front door, garage door and window trim can make a huge difference. However, if your front door has seen a lot of use and abuse over the years and it’s beyond repair, it might be time to have it replaced. A new door can be sometimes be costly, but it’s a surefire win when it comes to instant curb appeal, especially if you select a bold color.

Grime – The effects of moisture from snow and rainfall from the winter months likely means an accumulation of dirt that has set in on your driveway, front steps, walkways and vinyl siding. Invest in (or rent) a high-powered pressure washer to clean these areas with relative ease. The high-pressure water spray removes mold, grime, dust, mud and dirt from surfaces around the exterior of your home.

Grass – If you’re looking to sell your home in the near future, having a well-maintained lawn is critical. The National Association of Realtors studied the outdoor features are most appealing to prospective buyers, and having a nice lawn was at the top of the list. You can find low-maintenance lawn care tips TheLawnInstitute.org.

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• RESEED — Reseed bare spots caused by salt with a salt-tolerant grass mix. Then keep the ground moist for 3-4 weeks.

• WAIT TO FERTILIZE — Fall is the best time to fertilize.

• SWEEP UP — Sweep up lawn products that fall on driveways or sidewalks.

• REUSE — Reuse or properly dispose of lawn products or chemical waste.

• KEEP DRAINS CLEAR — Keep storm drains clear of debris.

• CLEAN — Clean material from gutters.

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How to Find a Contractor Right for You Substantial improvements to your home can increase the value of your property and improve your comfort level at home. Once you’ve decided on a home renovation project, the first step is to hire a qualified contractor. Research and preparation are key to finding the best contractor to get the job done. To help find a contractor who is right for you and steer clear of illegitimate partnerships, consider the following tips:

Recommendations and Research • Ask friends or family for referrals of professionals who have successfully completed home improvement projects. Secure at least three names to give yourself options.

• Online reviews can be helpful in determining the quality of work completed by contractors. Google, Yelp and Angie’s List aggregate anonymous reviews of contractors. The Better Business Bureau will have information on business complaints and licensing.

• Thoroughly interview each contractor. Have they completed a project similar in size and scope? Are they insured? Will they secure the necessary permits to complete the job? Do not end the interview without asking for several references you can contact.

Communication and Contracts • Only contracts need to be signed not estimates. Do not sign an estimate, it may be a binding contract.

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only verbal agreements about the job you need completed.

• Communication with a qualified professional once the contract is signed should not end there. Connect with your contractor regularly, especially if it is a big project. It’s easier to troubleshot issues with your project if you identify and discuss them immediately.

Pricing and Payments • If you receive a “special pricing” offer or a significantly lower price than other contractors, it is a red flag. Also, if your contractor can start right away – in other words, not that busy – is another telling sign to hire someone else.

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• Know exactly what you are paying for. Ask contractors you are interviewing to provide a complete breakdown of costs. Look for materials, labor, profit margins and other expenses.

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Growing List of Green Products and Practices Now Common in New Homes As the home building industry celebrates New Homes Month in April, recent research shows that single-family builders use an average of 10 different green products or practices with each new home they build.

That’s good news for the wave of consumers taking advantage of the spring home buying season to find a home that’s perfect for their lifestyle. And that makes it even more important to understand the many advantages of owning a newly constructed home.

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) asked builders in January about the green products and practices they use with homes they built during the past year. Among the most popular green products: low-e windows, high efficiency HVAC systems, programmable thermostats, ENERGY STAR appliances and energy-efficient duct systems.

The most common green practices include improving the home’s thermal envelope, using moisture-control measures to enhance durability and using efficient

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The survey also revealed that 22 percent of single-family builders always or almost always have their homes certified to a green standard.

Home buyers rank energy efficiency features among the most desirable things they want in a new home. But they also want the ability to select their favorite appliances, flooring, paint colors and other design elements to give their home a personal touch from the day they move in.

Indeed, those characteristics are just some of the countless advantages of buying a new home.

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BELL BANK Nick Erickson phone: 218-844-3000 email: nerickson@bellbanks.com web: www.bellbanks.com

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So if the thought of spring cleaning makes you long for winter, try thinking about these annual chores as a way to protect your family’s home and your future finances. All it takes is just a few days to complete some simple tasks.

Here are several items that should be on your spring cleaning checklist: • Inspect all windows to ensure they operate properly and that all window screens are in place. Clean the window tracks and check that the weatherstripping hasn’t cracked or torn. Preventing unwanted outside air from leaking into your home also will reduce your energy bills.

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• Inspect your roof for damage caused by snow or debris. While you’re up there, clean your gutters of debris. Even though you did this last fall, winter weather often brings a mix of storms and heavy winds that can cause debris to build up.

• Keep out pests and rodents by sealing any cracks and openings along baseboards, behind sinks, and around pipes and windows. Also, repair any holes in doors and window screens.

• Check for evidence of termites such as sagging floors and ceilings or dry, brown tunnels in the ground near the home’s foundation.

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Remodeling Savvy: Innovations in Paint Significant innovations in paint over the past 20 years have lead to fascinating interior and exterior applications. Today home owners can use paint to generate solar power, light up a hallway, waterproof a basement and even draw on the walls with no fear.

If you’re thinking about painting your home, knowing what’s new in paint technology may be helpful in deciding how to move forward with your next project. Here are just a few new and innovative products to keep in mind while you plan:

Keep it Green with Low- or No-VOC Paint Today’s biggest trend is the increased availability of lowor no-VOC (volatile organic compounds) paint choices. Just about every major paint manufacturer has at least one line now. These paints protect consumers from a number of health issues associated with VOCs, and contributes to improved indoor environmental quality, which is one key goal of the green building and remodeling movement.

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acrylic resin – to create a paint extremely resistant to stains and scuffs, and washes well without damage to quality or appearance over time.

User-Friendly Containers Although they have not gained significant popularity due to the cost of production, plastic paint containers that feature twist-off lids, side handles, and easy-pour spouts give consumers a more convenient and less messy way to get the job done.

These containers are usually pretty lightweight and easier to store than typical steel paint cans.

Waterproof Paint In the future, waterproofing your basement may be as simple as a few strokes of paint. These products are still in their infancy and many are unavailable to consumers. Products that are available now can create a waterproof barrier on most concrete and masonry surfaces, but most are only water-resistant, not entirely waterproof. These paints can be used in bathrooms, water tanks and birdbaths to manage moisture retention and mold and mildew buildup. One day, fully waterproof paint may be the best and least expensive solution to a common problem that many home owners face: flooding.

Heat-Sensitive and Solar Power Paints Paint that detects and reacts to changes in temperature has been around for a while, but interest in its varied applications is growing. This paint may be used in color-changing interior wall designs, where one or more elements of the motif appear or disappear according to the temperature in the room, or applied on kitchen or bathroom surfaces as a temperature gauge. The paint is also being tested to determine whether it can be used to improve energy efficiency as well -- absorbing heat during winter and deflecting sunlight in warm weather. Other companies are researching new technology that harnesses nanoparticles that absorb light, which may one day enable consumers to very cheaply generate solar energy for their homes.

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Remodel or Relocate?

Questions to Help You Find Your Answer It’s becoming clear that you’d really like a kitchen where two of you can cook at the same time. A playroom that’s not the living room. Increasingly it seems like there are too many people and not enough bathrooms. Or maybe you’re looking ahead and want your place to be more safe and usable as you age.

You’re ready to make a change and now you have to decide: Remodel or relocate?

There’s no one right answer for every situation. So before you look at houses for sale while also sketching out plans to redo your current master bath and expand your kitchen, take a look at which approach best suits your wants and cans. That way, you can decide the best option to pursue and focus your efforts toward that goal.

Answering these questions can help you sort it out: How do you feel about your neighborhood? Do your friends and your kids’ friends live there, is your favorite park or coffee shop within walking distance, are the schools a great fit for your family? Or do you keep wishing you were closer to work, had more open space nearby, had shops within walking distance, or a bigger or smaller yard?

How does your home compare in value to others in the neighborhood? Would your ideal remodel make your home the priciest on the street? If you’re thinking about ease and value of

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resale, it’s best not to have the most high-end home around. On the other hand, if you’re more concerned that your house be comfortable and convenient for you so that you can stay there a long time, relative value may not matter as much as other factors.

How long do you expect this change to suit you? If your house is feeling small because of kids, how old are they?

How much longer do you expect them to be living there?

Would converting the basement to a play room give you enough room to spread out? Does square footage per person seem totally inadequate?

Or, are you looking ahead to retirement? If so, will you want a smaller home, with less square footage to clean and maintain? Or are you happy with your current home’s size but would like it better configured and equipped for aging?

What is your tolerance for being under construction compared with the difficulties of a move? How many changes are on your remodeling “to do” list and how long and disruptive would the remodeling process be? Moving is costly. In addition to purchase price, there are costs for closing, fixing up your current house to sell, and making the move. And once you do move, there may also be costs for fixing up the new house.

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Your Spring Home Maintenance Checklist For homeowners, warmer weather means it’s time to get organized and tackle your spring home maintenance jobs early so you – and your home – can enjoy the change of seasons with minimal stress.

It can be daunting to take on a long list of chores and repairs, but remember that putting in a little effort now will save you time and money in the long run. Following this list will help you get started.

Windows: Make sure all your windows are securely in place and operating properly. If you like having your windows open in the spring, install screens in your windows and storm doors. First make sure the screens are clean by gently washing them with soapy water.

Next, clean the window tracks and take a close look at all of the weatherstripping. You don’t want any cracks or tears letting hot air in or cool air out during the hotter months. Nothing can ruin summer fun like an unexpectedly high energy bill.

Interior: Get a professional to clean and inspect your air conditioning system. If it has a filter, make sure it’s been replaced within the last three months to keep everything working efficiently.

With warmer weather comes every home owner’s nightmare: pests. Seal any cracks along baseboards, behind sinks, and around pipes and windows. Mend and holes in windows and screens to keep pests outside your home where they belong.

Termites are one of the most harmful household pests. Check for sagging floors and ceilings and note any dry, brown tunnels in the ground near your home’s foundation. Finding signs of termites early on can save you a ton of money in the future.

Exterior: First, take a walk around the entire perimeter of your home and check the condition of glazing compound, caulk, and exterior paint. Replace or touch up wherever need.

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Built-in Shelves Free-standing bookshelves serve a function, but built-in shelves can be “wow factors” that significantly enhance the character of a room. Either bordering a fireplace or large window, built-in shelves are a great investment with a dual purpose of adding storage and providing an area to display photos and décor. A cabinet maker or other woodworking professional can build one to fit your home’s unique dimensions. Or a local remodeler can help you with design and installation.

Wall-Mounted Storage Your walls are meant for more than just hanging pictures, paintings and mirrors. They can also function as places to hold day-to-day items like umbrellas, bags and coats near an entryway. Mounting shelves, drawers or mirrors with hooks can be functional and fun. Or get creative with unique items found at antique shops or yard sales that could serve as hanging devices, even if that is not their primary purpose. Just make sure you are securely and properly affixing items to your wall to avoid damage. Always use the studs in your wall or the appropriate hanging hardware. If you are unsure, have a handyman or contractor help you, especially for larger items that could cause harm to a person or damage to your home if mounted improperly.

Garage and Large Items When there is extra space in a garage, shed, basement, large closet or even an underused room in your home, remember there are numerous shelving options to help you optimize the vertical spaces. A shelf bisecting an otherwise open closet can give you twice the space. And shelves with totes, baskets or doors are functional and can add charm to the room.

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