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AUGUST 19, 2019 ISSUE | REJGUAM.COM 

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Properties to love

Furnished for family The right stuff All your own

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The doctor is in Minding the gap

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Need to know Greener on the other side

t INDEX PROPERTIES TO LOVE....................................................4 THE RIGHT STUFF...........................................................6 PROBLEM PREVENTION................................................8 THE DOCTOR IS IN.........................................................12 VILLAGES........................................................................14 NEED TO KNOW.............................................................16

This Dededo family home is centrally located near Paradise Estates. Photo courtesy of Century 21 Commonwealth Realty

PROPERTIES TO LOVE

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THE SKINNY 252 KAYEN RITAN OMMO, DEDEDO, GUAM 96929 $535,000 Inside • Newly built • 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms • 2,226 square feet of living space • High ceilings • Ceramic floor tiles • 5 split air conditioners for optimal energy efficiency Outside • Full concrete fence • Sliding aluminum gate with electric/automatic opener • Two-car enclosed garage • Covered porch • Accordion typhoon shutters What’s cool • Newly furnished with modern appliances • Large windows for natural sunlight • Centrally located near Paradise Estates • Large yard, perfect for families with small children or pets How to make this your own (quickly) Contact: Wei Gu Century 21 Commonwealth Realty Call: 483-0518 Email: weigu21c@yahoo.com

A fully covered porch is perfect for barbecues, even during the rainy season.

A two-car enclosed garage provides shelter for your cars and additional storage space.

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PROPERTIES TO LOVE

High ceilings create a modern and clean feel.

A newly built and furnished kitchen allows for large family gatherings.

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THE RIGHT STUFF | CUS TOM-MADE

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All your own Customizing a home’s interior is a great way to express personal style. Guam has many businesses that focuses on home design, decor and renovations, and the people behind these businesses know how to give their customers what they are looking for. Hanssem, a kitchen and cabinet store, located in Harmon

Industrial Park, specializes in making kitchens modern and unique. General Manager Howard Chun said Hanssem brings many customers per month, and 50% keep coming back for more work to be done in their kitchens. Although the store has a small showroom of different kitchen designs, Chun said, “[We] can also

do custom kitchens that a customer wants in their home.” Solid wood is an option, he said. Chun said that a customer comes in with a plan, the company designs the plans to the customer’s specifications and the plans are sent off-island where the design comes to life before it ships back to Guam and the installation takes

place. The whole process takes about 12 weeks to complete, and for a 15-by-15-foot kitchen, the average cost is about $12,000. Carpet is another way to add personality to a home. Many times, it’s the go-to place to sit or lay down when watching T.V. The Carpet continued on page 7

The many compotenents of a kitchen allow for custom-made creativity.

Vanessa Genereux holds one of the unique wooden creations from Creations by Genereux.

A wooden “golf-bag” wall hanging is perfect for golf enthusiasts.

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THE RIGHT STUFF | CUS TOM-MADE

Carpeting is a fun way to add funky designs or colors to your home.

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Store in Tamuning offers many carpet designs for customers. Leila Cabiling, an accountant with the Carpet Store, said, “We receive many customers every week.” The average cost for a standard three-bedroom house, which includes installation and padding, is roughly $2,500. Cabiling also said people often have carpets made into rugs, so when they want the floor to shine, they can roll up the carpet easily and store it. She said the carpets are made in the United States and are from Georgia. They are also scotch guarded and easily cleaned. For those who love woodwork decorations, head down to Ipan, Talofofo to Creations by Genereux, the place to shop for homeowners who are looking to add a certain appeal to their home. Michael Genereux has been creating decorations since 1972. A wood carpenter by trade, Genereux started creating art with ifit, a hard wood tree. When he and his wife, Vanessa, moved to Ipan, he noticed a lot of fallen ifit behind his house and began creating art with it. On the weekends, some of the art pieces are displayed in their front yard for people to see. The pieces vary from toothpick holders, ships, religious pieces, cultural pieces and abstract work. Prices vary from $30 to $500. “It takes two to three days to complete a piece,” Genereux said. When he looks at the piece of ifit, he visualizes what he wants to make. But, for the most part, the art pieces become something different at the end, he said. Customers can also request custom designs and Genereux will carve custom pieces for them. p

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PROBLEM PREVENTION | SAFET Y KITS

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Safety first One never knows when a natural disaster will occur and families should have an action plan and a safety kit in place for when a disaster hits. Jenna Blas, public information officer with Guam Homeland Security, said, “Every safety kit is different and it should be essential to every individual household.” Safety kits should be easily transportable, have essential items, be easy to access and house seven days’ worth of items per person, according to Guam Homeland Security. Blas said safety kits do not have to be boxes. Some people make

safety kits using backpacks, and it is a good idea to have an extra kit for the car (or easily transported) as disaster can hit at any time. An average kit should include food, water, medicine, batteries, a radio, flashlights, a small stove to cook food (or some way to start a fire), and any other important items one feels should be part of the kit. It is a good idea to have some sort of charging devices or fully charged power banks for cell phones, tablets or laptops. It also doesn’t hurt to store some cash in safety kits. ATMs could be powered off during a time of disaster.

Blas suggested parents take the time to talk to their children about the importance of safety kits and what they can do for emergency situations. A plan should be made for where and when families should meet and to know what to do when disaster strikes. Above all, there is one important item that every safety kit should have: first aid kits. In times of disasters, help could be hours away. First aid kits are the first responders to help with an emergency situation. Safety First, located in the Harmon Industrial Park, has many types of first aid kits to choose to

from. They range from $25 to $150 per kit. The $25 first aid kit would be ideal for a vehicle since it is smaller and easy to transport. “It has enough first aid to handle 10 to 15 people,” said Andrew Martinez, a sales associate at Safety First. Within the kits, there are many types of band aids that can handle different ailments; saline for cleaing eyes, in case of chemical disaster; and ointments and other cleaning agents that can disinfect infected areas. In case families run out of first aid kit items, Safety First has refills available as well. p

Safety First has refill items available for purchase to maintain a stocked kit.

Small safety kits are perfect to store in cars.

Larger safety kits can prepare families for safekeeping for up to 10 to 15 days.

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THE DOCTOR IS IN | EARTHQUAKE CRAC KS AND REPAIRS

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Some cracks can be filled with epoxy for a simple fix.

Minding the gap Guam’s location in the ring of fire makes the island susceptible to earthquakes large and small. Larger quakes can cause damage to homes, the most common being cracks. Cracks on buildings can be a safety hazard in both the short- and long-term and should be repaired. Perez Acres, located in Yigo, experienced some damage from a 2002 earthquake. “Some of the pillars that hold up the carports had some damage to them, so it had to be repaired,” said David Fowler, property manager for Perez Acres. Because the damage was not excessive, Fowler had Whitaker

Construction make repairs by using epoxy injection. Epoxy injection is used when cracks are not a hazard, and can be used to repair cracks that will last a long time. Fowler added that the buildings at Perez Acres are “pre-stressed concrete,” meaning they can withstand earthquakes. According to Gabriel Jugo, director of structural engineering at TG Engineers, “If the damages are severe, it would be a good idea to call in the experts to make the repairs.” Jugo said cost of repairs for damages vary from home to home. The only way to determine the costs

is after the company makes an assessment. In some cases, repairs can be very costly. In these cases, one thing a homeowner can do is get in touch with any federal agency who assesses damages caused by earthquakes to assist with repairs. Jenna Blas, public information officer at Guam Homeland Security, said, “It’s best to report the damages to [the Federal Emergency Management Agency], GHS, the Red Cross, or any other agency or company who go around assessing damages after earthquakes.” She also advised to take before

and after photos of the damaged areas of the home. “Documentation is key,” Blas said. Blas said the home must meet the threshold in order to receive assistance from the federal government. The president of the United States must also declare a state of emergency for Guam, and Guam must make the proper steps before assistance can be offered. The findings must be reported to the governor of Guam who will draft a report requesting assistance to be sent to the president for review and decision for aide. p

VILL AGES | ASAN

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Small but mighty T h e village of Asan is known as the village where the Marines first landed when they began their assault on the Japanese Salas army during World War II. From there, the Marines made their way up north and around the island to reclaim Guam. Today, Asan is known as a small village with one mom-and-pop store, the New Asan Beach Market. It is nestled in the center of Guam, right before Hagåtña — and from this quiet little village, one is not too far from traveling to the north or south of the island. Mayor Frank A. Salas said, “The people of Asan are very cooperative,

and they are involved with any events in the village.” There are two main attractions that the village offers: the War in the Pacific Beach Park and the Asan Bay Overlook, which provides a breathtaking view of not only Asan, but also of Piti and Cabras. Asan has 2,137 residents, according to the 2010 census, with no schools. The children, depending on their grade level, typically attend CL Taitano Elementary in Sinajana, Jose Rios Middle School in Piti and Southern High School in Santa Rita. There are three churches in Asan: the Church of Niño Perdido y Sagrada Familia, Calvary Chapel and the Church of Christ. Asan celebrates its annual village fiesta in December, celebrating Niño Perdido. There are also many small businesses, such as the T-Factory and a couple of auto body shops. Michelle Taitano, a realtor with Horizon Properties, said, “Asan

was the second village to set up a neighborhood watch program. “It is a safe place to live, because the residents have each other’s back.” She said residents do not have to worry about crime because it is a very peaceful village. With few properties for sale or rent, people who want to live in Asan must act fast to purchase, because they tend to fill up quickly. Taitano also said the War in the Pacific Park is great place to fly kites due to its open, grassy fields. For those who love to fish, there are great fishing spots as well. Every Easter, the War in the Pacific Park plays host to the government of Guam’s Annual Easter Egg hunt, where children from around the island are welcomed to hunt eggs and win prizes. p

ASAN POPULATION: 2,137 SCHOOLS: 0 Children, depending on their grade level, attend the following schools: • CL Tataino Elementary in Sinajana, Jose Rios Middle School in Piti, Southern High School in Santa Rita

SHOPPING AND RESTAURANT HIGHLIGHTS: • New Asan Beach Market, The T-Factory, Pacific Biomedical Services Inc.

PROPERTY AVAILABILITY/ PRICE RANGE: • 10 land plots for sale, priced $315,000 to $4.5 million • 4 homes for sale, priced $519,000 to $827,000 • 4 homes for rent, priced $2,205 to $4,400 • 4 condos for rent, priced $2,205 to $4,400

ATTRACTIONS: • War in the Pacific Park, Asan Bay Overlook

MAYOR: Frank A.Salas

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NEED TO KNOW | GRASS

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Grass can turn a boring lot into a lush oasis.

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Greener on the other side Having a yard turns land that your house sits on into an aesthetically pleasing environment for a home. There are many types of grass homeowners can choose from with varying

maintenance requirements. Guam Tropical Landscapes offers two types of grass for your growing needs: Bermuda grass, their top seller, and Japanese grass, which must be planted on

the property manually. Once the type of grass is chosen, there are two planting methods. The first is broadcasting grass, which is when the soil has been laid and seeds are thrown onto

the soil. Hydro grass is another technique, where seeds are mixed with mulch, fertilizer and water, and then laid where one wants grass to be grown. Broadcast grass continued on page 18

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PUBLISHER Maureen N. Maratita BUSINESS EDITOR Meghan Hickey ASSISTANT EDITOR Jackie Cahill

costs $35 per square foot and hydro grass costs 50¢ per square foot. Tony Rivera, manager at Guam Tropical Landscapes, said, “Grass requires a lot of maintenance.” It should be watered four times a day, adding an inch of water each time, and cut at least twice a month to maintain. Japanese grass can’t be grown at home and must be grown at the nursery, then replanted at the

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residence, Rivera said. The Guam Plant Nursery sells a type of grass called Aztec grass that is used as a decorative plant, according to Mek God, an employee at the nursery. Each pot costs $12.99. Aztec grass can be used to cover up or surround trees to give it a landscaped look. It grows in bunches and grows no more than two feet. Aztec grass needs an inch or two of water per week, and there is no need to trim or cut it.

It can also be split from its root and replanted elsewhere. “The Aztec grass is popular with our customers,” God said. The grass is pretty hardy, and while it may not look nice on its own, when added with other plants, it gives the lawn a certain natural appeal. God said that Guam Plant Nursery is constantly regrowing the grass to keep up with customer demand of up to 20 pots at a time. p

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Tamuning Home | $4,000/mo •5bd/6ba •3,790+/-sf of living space •Tastefully upgraded •Fully fenced & gated •Large balcony •Great neighborhood ID: 192714

Barrigada Heights Land | $950,000 •4,923+/-sm •N. Sabana Drive frontage •Potential views •Build your dream project here! •Very central location ID: 19957

Barrigada Heights Home | $2,200/mo •4bd/2ba •Spacious •Open floor plan •Large rear covered patio •Storage room •Solar water heater •Central location ID: 192713

Commercial Building | $3,000/mo •Multiple spaces available •Ocean view •Marine Corps Drive frontage •Ample parking space •Located in Asan ID: 191682

Yigo Home | $2,200/mo •3bd/2ba •Large kitchen •1,750+/-sf of living space •Security system •Military validated •Near AAFB back gate ID: 191853

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