Palouse Living, April 2022

Palouse LIVING Your resource for buying, selling and enjoying your home on the Palouse.

April 2022 A supplement of the Lewiston Tribune & Moscow-Pullman Daily News

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FINDING A MOVER • RENOVATION THAT PAY

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Finding A Moving Company

You’ve found the perfect place, decluttered and sorted, and now it’s time to move in. Here’s how to find reputable movers to do the job.

Get Referrals Start by asking friends, family and coworkers if they can recommend a moving company. If you’re moving for a new job, your new employer may be able to connect you with a reputable

company. You can also ask your real estate agent. Once you have a list, follow the rules of threes. Don’t grab the first estimate you get. Instead, ask at least three companies and never take one that won’t give you an inperson estimate.

Watch for Red Flags

Moving.com also warns you to be on the look out for movers that show up late or can’t answer your questions.

Also, avoid companies that show up in a rented van. A good moving company will have its own equipment.

You should also check for a U.S. Department of Transportation number and a license. Run the company through state and local consumer affairs agencies to check for other complaints, and check with the Better Business Bureau. Ask to see their insurance paperwork and make sure you know what you’re covered for in case the worst should happen to your worldly possessions. Any irreplaceable items should stay with you during the move, just to be safe.

Most reputable companies won’t ask for a cash deposit before you move.

Professional Accreditations In addition to the DOT number, you should also look for trade association certifications, Moving.com says. The site is run by one such organization, the American Moving and Storage Association, and they offer a ProMover certification. Look for their logo on your mover’s website or paperwork.

Verify the Address Ask for the mover’s business card or pull up their website and look up the address listed online.

Make sure the company is listed and registered under that address and be wary of any companies that are listed in a residence.

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Renovation Projects That Pay If you’ve spent the pandemic looking around your home and deciding you need something different, you might be pondering a move up.

To maximize what you get for your home, you might be pondering a few renovation projects.

Here are the projects that net you the biggest return on your investment according to HGTV.

Nursery Landscape Association says, and HGTV says your average return is 100%. Add new sod to the front yard and pick native flowering plants for a pop of color at the front of the house. Nix overgrown shrubbery and mix the heights of foliage for a dramatic effect.

Exterior Improvements

New vinyl siding, paint and updating the front entry will The average. Homeowner run you a little more than spends about $4,000 on $7,000 and you’ll get about landscaping, the American 95% of it back. Use paint

Landscaping

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color cards to choose color HVAC can handle the load. combinations.

Major Kitchen Make sure you test for lead Remodel before painting or sanding if your home was built before The kitchen is the heart 1978. It could have lead of the home and it will in the paint, which can be run you about $45,000 for a major renovation that harmful to humans. covers new cabinets, an Attic Bedroom island, countertops, sink, Conversion appliances and flooring.

Got room upstairs? HGTV HGTV suggests removing says it will cost you around over-counter cabinets and $40,000, but you’ll get about making countertops work for you by creating an eating 94% of it back.

You need to make sure bar. there’s plenty of insulation Stick with neutral colors to to lower your utility bills and get the most bang for your buck. that your existing

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Replacement Windows This job will cost you around $10,000 and you’ll get around 90% of that back. New windows can make your home more efficient and save on utility bills for either you or your home’s new owners.

Side note: You may not recoup that much in hotter climates. In Las Vegas, for instance, you’ll only get around 60% of your investment back.

Living Room Updates Giving your living room a facelift with new decor including light switches, outlet covers, floor registers and more will cost you about $2,000. You should expect to get about 60% of that back. If you’re following up this renovation with a sale, stage your home by moving excess furniture and clutter to storage.

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WELLS FARGO

Home financing that works for you There are many choices when buying a home, from the neighborhood to the number of bedrooms. You want a house that fits your needs, and home financing that does, too.

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What To Plant When Privacy Is A Priority Metro A backyard oasis can feel like an even more welcoming retreat when the area is private. Homeowners and their families often find that a backyard is most relaxing when they cannot hear or see their neighbors, and creating such an environment can be as simple as planting some privacy trees.

Fencing is an option when homeowners are looking to make their backyards more private. But HomeAdvisor reports that the average cost to install a privacy fence is just under $3,000, and those costs can be considerably higher depending on where homeowners live and how big a fence they need. Privacy trees can be considerably less expensive, and homeowners can spread out those costs by planting over time, an option that’s not possible when installing fencing.

When planting privacy trees, homeowners can consider these varieties that can do the job while also providing some aesthetic appeal.

Emerald arborvitae: The Arbor Day Foundation¨ notes that the emerald arborvitae is unique among arborvitaes because it maintains its green color even in the coldest months of the year. The emerald arborvitae can grow to between 10- and 15-feet-tall and spread as wide as four feet at maturity.

The tree features a pyramid shape and is considered slow-growing at less than 12 inches of growth per year. The ADF reports that full sun and partial shade are best for this tree.

Carolina cherry laurel: Carolina cherry laurels are popular choices for privacy seekers. The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center notes the trees can grow very tall and boast a pyramidal shape. The Carolina cherry laurel require sun and thrive in moist, well-drained soils. Parents with young children should know that the leaves of this family of plant contain hydrocyanic acid and should never be eaten.

Boxwood: The ADF notes that boxwoods are renowned for their use in formal gardens.

That can make them an ideal option for homeowners seeking a traditional garden aesthetic in their backyards. Boxwood trees can grow up to 20 feet tall, but they can vary greatly in height. Homeowners purchasing them as privacy trees should speak with their local gardening center to ensure they’re getting boxwoods that will provide ample privacy. Though they still have aesthetic appeal, smaller boxwoods may only reach a foot tall.

Boxwoods vary considerably in terms of their growth rate, so homeowners

should inquire about this as well before purchasing and planting any trees.

Privet: Privets are dense privacy hedges that grow very quickly, with the ADF reporting they can grow up to three feet per year. Privets may reach 12 feet in height and spread as wide as six feet at maturity. Privets tolerate shearing well, which can make them ideal privacy options for those looking for a formal appearance. Privets require full sun for uniform growth. Privets are considered invasive in many areas of North America, so homeowners should consult their local garden center prior to planting.

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