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11 Beware of Hidden Costs

12 Editor’s Note Jennifer Johnson, NAC FD

14 Before You Move In 17 How well Are you Covered?

20 39th Annual Parade of Homes Revealed!

62 Financing Your First Home

63 Foreclosure Rescue Scams

64 The Impact of Color in the Landscape Nancy Skelley, �e Potting Shed Gardens & Gi�s

67 Opportunity Knocks for Home Buyers

73 Make Yourself At Home - Outdoors

EditorJennifer Johnson, NAC FD

Creative DirectorIngrid Schultz

Graphic DesignerSarah Van Severen

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�is publication is published three times a year by the Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association. No part of this

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2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

PRESIDENT Billy Bergh, Driftwood BuildersVICE PRESIDENT Lance Brunkow, Brunkow Builders, Inc.*

SECRETARY John Schwieters, ShredAwayTREASURER Pat Sturz, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP

PAST PRESIDENT Bill Albright, Heartland Homes

DIRECTORS:Jim Bechly, Bank Mutual*

Frank Biermeier, Menards – East*Cody Filipczak, C&M Properties & Construction LLC

Neil Haselwander, Haselwander Bros., Inc.*+Gregory Haselwander, Haselwander Companies, Inc.+

David Hopkins, Woita & Associates*Tom Kruse, Independent Flooring*

Paul Madsen, RainMaster Lawn SystemsMike Marthaler, Mike’s Custom Homes*

Glen Mills, MyNextHomeBarb Oas, Royal Credit Union

Dennis Pawlak, Pawlak Construction*Bill Pozarski, Pozarski Enterprises*Roy Rico, Rico Quality Homes, Inc.*

Monica Sommerfeldt Lewis, Archer Lion, Inc.*+Jason Steen, Steen Construction of Osseo, Inc.*+

Randy Tews, R. Tews Construction & Design, Inc.*

*Also serves as a Director on the

Wisconsin Builders Association Board

+Also serves as a Director on the National Association of Home Builders

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Ingrid Schultz, O�ce AdministratorJanet Heidtke, Accounting

Ben Swegarden, Advocacy InternSarah Van Severen, Marketing Intern

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Beware of Hidden Costs of Home

Improvements

To celebrate National Home Remodeling Month in May, the Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association (CVHBA) recommends that home owners consider the safety risks, time delays and hidden costs before attempting do-it-yourself (DIY) home improvements.

According to HUD and the U.S. Census Bureau, home owner DIY projects accounted for 37 percent of all home remodeling projects performed nationwide from 2010-2011. While many projects look manageable at first glance, there are many points to consider when determining the “real” cost generated on a project. DIY projects should be rewarding and fun, but if your DIY can’t be completed in the planned price range or your safety is at risk, leave the work in the hands of professional remodelers.

Review the following considerations before sinking resources into a DIY home remodel:

Hidden Costs - Many of the products purchased for the DIY market, although designated by a name brand, are not always the same quality available to contractors. It is also important to verify the terms of the product warranty. Many warranties become void by improper installation.

Safety - Without the proper training and preparation, a DIYer can, and has, landed in the emergency room. Unfamiliarity with new tools and techniques can lead to life-threatening accidents. A good rule of thumb for any home owner is to avoid projects that require a license or structural changes to walls, roofs and floors.

Time - Troubleshooting unexpected issues often takes more time and expertise than originally planned. Hiring a professional will ensure that you have a contract with a completion date and that the remodeler will bring in whatever help is necessary to get the job finished on time.

Search the Membership Directory at www.cvhomebuilders.com to find a local

professional remodeler.

Today’s new homes reflect changing market preferences and integrate elaborate designs and consumer desires into the floor plans and construction of the homes. And successful home builders have the knowledge, organizational skills and drive to build them.

But what does it really take to build a house?

Like a CEO, a home builder relies on a number of workers to get the job done right. A home builder guides dozens of skilled artisans and professionals, including carpenters, architects, engineers, plumbers, electricians, painters and landscapers. The builder must understand all of the home’s complex systems and know enough about each contractor’s trade in order to coordinate this skilled team to build and sell a quality product.

Some home builders develop the land on which the homes are built. In this capacity, they act as the land surveyor. They look at a piece of land to determine whether it complies with zoning regulations, local planning laws and environmental restrictions, and whether it is suitable for development. The home builder studies the lot’s topography, searching for rock outcroppings, shallow depth bedrock, shallow groundwater, natural drainage sources and dense vegetation.

Landscaping options and erosion control also have to be considered. Once a builder determines that a site is suitable for construction, they must navigate the permitting process.

Home builders serve as liaisons with their communities and local government officials. They research and study local building codes to determine what can be built in a given location. Building codes govern building, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, electrical systems and fire safety. After studying the building codes, the builder collects all the required permits from various authorities before proceeding with construction.

Once the permits are obtained, the builder will prepare the site and select how the home will be situated on it. The home builder then oversees the entire construction process, which includes—but is certainly not limited to—laying the foundation; erecting the framing, roofing and siding; building the walls; and installing the plumbing, heating and electrical work.

A home builder acts as an inspector. The local building department will inspect the construction site for code violations throughout the home’s construction. But a professional home builder will make certain the home meets both code and warranty guidelines long before and after the officials show up. Once the house is finished, the builder informs the appropriate municipal departments that it is ready for final inspection and the approval that the home is safe for its new owners to move in.

Professional home builders strive to deliver a home that will make their customers happy. To meet this objective, they act as public relations professionals. The builder will discuss the construction process and building schedule with the buyer, and plan times when the buyer can tour the building site and ask questions about the status of their new home.

Home builders are also businesspeople who establish a network of reliable and quality materials suppliers and trade contractors with whom they conduct business on a regular basis.

Home builders are schedulers and record keepers. They must think on their feet, keep complex construction timelines and tackle multiple tasks simultaneously in order to keep the construction process moving forward and ensure the home is completed on schedule.

All in all, home builders must wear many, many hats in order to deliver a home where the new owners can hang their own hats, raise a family and build lifelong memories.

Jennifer Johnson, NAC FDExecutive OfficerChippewa Valley Home Builder Association

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Before you go to settlement on your purchase of a newly-

constructed home, you and your builder will do a “walk-

through” to conduct a final inspection.

This walk-through provides an opportunity for you to spot

items which may need to be corrected or adjusted, and

gives you an opportunity to learn about the way your new

home works—and ask questions about anything you don’t

understand.

Often, a builder will use the walk-through to educate buyers

about:

• The operation of the house’s components.

• The buyer’s responsibilities for maintenance and

upkeep.

• Warranty coverage and procedures.

When you buy a new appliance or piece of equipment, such

as a digital video recorder or washing machine, you usually

have to read the instructions before you can understand

how to use all of the features. With a new house, you will be

receiving a stack of instruction booklets all at once. It helps

if someone takes the time to show you how to operate all

of the kitchen appliances, the heating and cooling systems,

the water heater and other features in the home. Such an

orientation is particularly useful since people often are so

busy during a move that they have trouble finding time to

carefully read instruction booklets.

Part of your walk-through will be learning about

maintenance and upkeep responsibilities. Most new

homes come with a one-year warranty on workmanship and

materials. However, such warranties do not cover problems

that develop because of failure to perform required

maintenance. Many builders provide a booklet explaining

common upkeep responsibilities of new home owners and

how to perform them.

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Should a warranted problem arise after you move in, the

builder is likely to have a set of warranty service procedures

to follow. Except in emergencies, requests for service

should be in writing. This is not because the builder is trying

to be bureaucratic, but to ensure that everyone clearly

understands the service to be performed. The person

receiving a service request is not likely to be the person

performing the work, and you don’t want to rely on word of

mouth for transmission of your service order.

Many builders schedule two visits during the first year

— one near the beginning and the other near the end —

to make necessary adjustments and to perform work of a

non-emergency nature. You should not expect a builder to

rush out immediately for a problem such as a nail pop in

your drywall. Such problems occur because of the natural

settling of the house and are best addressed in one visit

near the end of the first year.

If you have moved to a new home from a nearby area, you

probably will not spend much time at the walk-through

talking about the larger community in which the home is

located. However, if you are moving to a new community, a

builder can often provide a packet of material to help you

become familiar with your new community.

When inspecting the house, an effective way to handle this

is with a checklist. The list should include everything that

needs attention, and you and your builder should agree to

a timetable for repairs. Builders prefer to remedy problems

before you move in since it is easier for them to work in an

empty house. Some items may have to be corrected after

move-in. For instance, if your walk-through is in the winter,

your builder may have to delay landscaping adjustments

until spring.

It is important that you be thorough and observant

during the walk-through. Examine all surfaces of counters,

fixtures, floors and walls for possible damage carefully.

Sometimes disputes arise because a buyer may discover a

gouge in a counter top after move-in, and there is no way

to prove whether it was caused by the builder’s workers or

the buyer’s movers. Many builders ask their buyers to sign a

form at the walk-through stating that all surfaces have been

inspected and that there were no damage other than what

has been noted on the walk-through checklist.

Ask a lot of questions during the walk-through and take

notes on the answers. Never be afraid to appear stupid

by asking too many questions. That is how you learn. It is

important to view the walk-through as a positive learning

experience which will enhance your enjoyment of your

home.

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When you bought your home, you took out an insurance policy to cover the house and all of your family’s belongings inside. But was that the last time you thought about your insurance coverage?

“Homeowners Insurance” includes insurance on the actual structure and the contents inside. The structural part of the package generally covers damage such as fire and smoke, lightning, wind and hail storms, vehicles, explosion, and aircraft or other falling objects. The package should also include coverage for theft, vandalism, riot or civil commotion, freezing or sudden water escape from the plumbing system or appliances, glass breakage and sudden tearing of heating or cooling systems.

A comprehensive homeowner’s policy should cover your home, any structure attached to it like a porch or garage and any unattached buildings on your property that are not used for business or rented to others.

Damage caused by flooding, earthquakes and hurricanes are not covered by your regular homeowner’s policy. Your insurance agent can provide you with information about coverage of these natural disasters.

The personal property portion of the insurance package protects things in your home like clothes and furniture. It should also provide protection for your personal property while you are away from home, the things you take with you on vacation. The amount of insurance on your personal property is equal to a percentage of the amount of insurance on your home — usually 55 percent.

However, it is important that you know that special limits may apply to certain types of personal property. For example, money bank note and rare coins, securities, stamp collections, jewelry and furs, firearms, silver and gold, rugs, tapestries and wall hangings. Higher limits on most of these items are available through upgrades on the policy or by taking out a separate policy for the items.

Check to see that your policy is written for replacement costs and you may want to consider inflation coverage. Replacement cost coverage on your personal property means that the insurance will pay to repair or replace your personal property that is covered. For example, if you bought an item 5 years ago for $100 and to replace it today would cost you $200, the insurance would pay $200. Inflation coverage automatically increases the amount

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of your insurance coverage on your home and personal property as inflation changes the cost of replacing your property. The changes are based on the movement of an inflation index and are reflected in the premium on each renewal.

But how do you know if you have too little or too much insurance? Start with a home inventory to help you assess your insurance needs. First you need to know how much it would cost to rebuild your house today on your existing lot. Ask your builder what the market rate is per square foot to rebuild your house. Multiply that times the square footage of your house and that’s how much insurance coverage you should have. The amount of your personal property coverage is a percentage of that amount — normally 55 percent and can be upgraded to 75 percent.

For your belongings inventory, list every item in your home, attic and garage, when you bought it, its original cost and its estimated value. It also helps to have photographs or a videotape of your possessions. Have a couple of sets of the photos or videos made. Keep one copy in a fireproof safe at home or a safety deposit box. Marking your items with a personal identification number such as your social security number will make reclaiming any stolen items easier.

If you ever need to file a claim, the inventory will make it easier and ensure that you are compensated for virtually everything. If it’s not on your list when you file a claim, you won’t be compensated for something that you’ve paid for years to insure. Check with your insurance agent or company for a home inventory guide or advice on how to best organize your list if you should ever need to file a claim with them.

A homeowner’s policy will also include “personal liability” coverage. That is, the insurance provides payments for bodily injury or property damage for which you or a relative who lives with you may be legally responsible. For example, if someone is accidentally injured on your premises, such as falling down stairs and breaking a leg, or if your ladder falls over on your neighbors car and damages it. Personal liability also includes medical payments to others, meaning that if someone is accidentally injured on your property or

is accidentally injured by you or a relative who lives with you, the insurance will cover medical expenses to a certain limit.

In case of a legal matter, your personal liability coverage includes the cost of defending you, whether you are liable or not, against an insured or covered law suits.

About one out of every three home owners has proper insurance coverage. Take some time today to make sure you are one of them.

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T his is one of those special homes where memories are made. Walks at sunset, late night cookouts, sleepovers, lazy mornings, kids rolling in the grass.... �is is the neighborhood you wished you live in and the home you always wanted. And now it can be yours.....

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Directions: North on HWY 53 to Exit 99 County Hwy S. Turn Right on Hwy S. Go 1 mile to right County Hwy Q. Go 2 miles to right on Bridgewater Avenue. Then 3/4 mile to Right on Willow Creek Parkway. Turn right on Timber Trail.



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Our 2013 Parade Home Features: • 8’ tall teak entry door with sidelights • Attached grandparents suite• Large heated garage with ventilation system• Glass roof over backyard patio• Large landings and level entries throughout• Scenic view window overlooking the lake• Unique window louvers for ventilation• Concrete countertops• Fireplace with black walnut hearth• Energy e�cient certi�ed home• Custom glass shower with in-�oor heat• 12” authentic board and batten vertical siding

M ike’s Custom Homes is back! We are pleased to showcase a truly unique custom home. �is spacious, owner inspired contemporary design features a centralized wide open space for family gatherings, while the sleeping quarters are tucked in for privacy. �e grandparents suite o�ers an open living area, o�ce and private garden patio. �e family will enjoy a lovely lake view with outdoor living on the patio featuring a glass roof.

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A true custom home blends the vision and needs of the homeowner with the expertise and cra�smanship of the builder. Mike’s Custom Homes has the knowledge and experience to alleviate any uncertainties or concerns that you may have as you prepare to build. As Mike designs your home, his focus remains on incorporating your ideas, while being conscious of best building practices and costs.

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�e Lien family has been building custom homes in the Chippewa Valley for over 40 years. As a small business, we take pride in being able to o�er one-to-one service. �is means throughout the building process, you communicate directly with the person who is constructing your home. We strive to make the building process as enjoyable as possible while delivering a product that exceeds your expectations. Work with a builder you can trust…Richard Lien Homebuilders.

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Phone: (715) 723-4130 [email protected]

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Directions: Hwy 29 to Seymour Cray North to Hwy S. Take a right/East on Hwy S past �e Edge Restaurant. 1.7 miles past the bridge take a le� on 175th street. Take the 1st le�/ West on 109th Avenue. Home is on the loop in the subdivision.

ocated just north of Lake Wissota and down the Old Abe Bike Trail, this ranch-style home will surely complement today’s active lifestyles. Adjacent to the oversized 3 car garage is a large covered porch - perfect for relaxing at the end of the day. Upon entering, you will notice the bedrooms are split to opposite ends of the �oorplan for maximum privacy. At the heart of the home, the kitchen, dining room, living room, and hearth adjoin to create a friendly gathering place. �e features found in this homeareagreatblendofqualityandpracticality.

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Phone: (715) 271-6504 • [email protected]

Ashley Construction is committed to making your custom home building experience positive and stress-free. Owner, Adam Ashley, values integrity, quality cra�smanship, attention to detail, and o�ers project management from start to �nish.

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Main Level PlanOur 2013 Parade Home Features: •MarvinIntegritywindowpackage

• Box tray vault in master bedroom• Custom cabinets• Energy King �replace• Textured concrete patios• Full �nished basement• Full �nished garage• Whirlpool tub• Walk-in shower• Co�ered living room ceiling• LP Smartside exterior �nish

A shley Construction welcomes you to its 2013 Parade home. �e covered front porch invites you into this 3,010 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bath home. From the co�ered ceiling in the living room to the custom cabinetry, you’ll �nd this home to be �lled with beautiful �nishes. Join us in this custom build 2013 Parade home located in Meadow Ridge South.

4336 156th Street, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729

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Directions: Hwy 53 N to Exit 94 to West on County Highway 00. Turn Left/North onto 160th Street. Continue North for 1.8 miles. Turn Left/ West onto 46th Avenue. Continue onto 156th Street South. Home will be at the cul-de-sac on the right.

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Northwestern BankVinopal Title & AbstractRJM Manufacturing Inc.Redwing Custom Cabinets & Flooring LLCSDR Painting, LLC

Hometown InsulationLyman LumberMarvin WindowsPahl’s Kitchen & BathAmundson’s Appliance

�e Ultimatein Solid Fuel Heating

Have home heating costs left you out in the cold?

ENERGY KING has the answer! With American-made ENERGY KING

wood & coal heating appliances, you’ll stay warm, burn less and save more!

Reliable solid-fuel heating for 35 years!RJM Manufacturing, Inc., Chippewa Falls, WI USA • www.EnergyKing.com • 715-720-1794

© 2013 ENERGY KING is a registered trademark of RJM Manufacturing, Inc.

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Phone:(715)828-4969•[email protected]

Frazer Construction is a local construction company specializing in roo�ng, new construction, and siding in the Chippewa Valley.

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Our 2013 Parade Home Features: •Expansiverusticflooringthroughout

• Gourmet Quartz kitchen

• Custom cherry cabinets

• Trayed ceilings

• Walk-in pantry

Directions:Highway53NorthtoHighway29EasttoHwyJ(Exit81).Lefton50thAvenuego8/10thofamile,turnlefton178thStreet.Righton51stAvenue.Houseis1/2mileonleftsideoftheroad,1825451stStreetWest.

L ocated on 3.3 acres near Lake Wissota, this FrazerConstructionhomeprovidesanefficientfloorplan that is sure to be a family favorite. You’ll findexpansiverusticflooringwithfourbedroomsandtwobaths. �is home boasts beautiful landscaping and extras toonumerous tomention. “Donotmiss thisone, it is a must see!”

18254 51st Avenue, Chippewa Falls, Wi 54729

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Redwing Custom CabinetsArrow Building CenterViking SinkSenn BlacktopMenardsHome Town Insulation

JAENKECONCRETE.COM 715.832.6338

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Phone: (715) 577-6838www.dwbuilds4u.com

Our 2013 Parade Home Features: •Nostepentry

• 14x16fourseasonsunroom• Stonegasfireplace• Vaultedceiling(Trayceilinginmasterbedroom)• Oakhardwoodflooringthroughout• 4-paneldoors• Custompaintthroughout• Full-basement• Beautifullandscaping• Granitecountertops• Centralvacuum• FocusonEnergyCertified

O utstanding views in a convenient location!Only minutes from shopping, food and the by-pass, this home is located in the 11 lot Hallie GolfEstates development on the beautiful 18-hole LakeHallie Golf Course. This smartly designed and wellconstructed 1450+ square foot home will not onlymeet, but exceed your expectations! The floor planhas been modified to include a 14x16 sunroom.Experienceretirementlivingthewayitismeanttobe...

10886 21st Avenue, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729

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Directions: Exit at Melby Street (Exit 92). Turn west and go 1.4 miles to US Business 53. Turn right onto Bus. Hwy 53. Go 0.2 miles, then le� onto Hogorth Street. Turn right onto CTH 00 (Joles Ave). Take 1st le� on 110th Street. Go straight into Hallie Golf Course. Turn le� on 21st Avenue. House is on right.

Wearejustlikeyou.WeliveintheChippewaValley.Weworkhardandtakegreatprideinwhatwedo.Mostimportant,weunderstandthatcentraltoallthislivingisourhome-itmakesusneighbors,it’swhywework&it’swhereourdaybeginsandends.Ourhomesdefinewhoweare!Asbuilders,ourgoal is to contribute toandenhancetheChippewaValleylifestylewithhighlyefficient,beautiful&wellconstructed homes built with a Chippewa Valley sensibility.Thismeans not only giving your family a well-crafted and functionalhome,butonewithattractiveupgradesandfeatures,whilekeepingyourconstructioncostsreasonable.

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T&J Concrete Foundations Inc.ProBuildABC SupplyMenardsStone ProCharter Bank

Xcel Energy- Focus on Energy (On-Site Performance Testing) Eau Claire InsulationKelly Heating & Electric�e Hearth ShoppeGreener Oasis

Harms ConcreteSenn BlacktopRain Master Lawn SystemsVinopal TitleAerus ElectroluxSDR Painting LLC


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We are just like you. We live in the Chippewa Valley. We work hard and take great pride in what we do. Most important, we understand that central to all this living is our home- it makes us neighbors, it’s why we work & it’s where our day begins and ends. Our homes de�ne who we are! As builders, our goal is to contribute to and enhance the Chippewa Valley lifestyle with highly e�cient, beautiful & well constructed homes build with a Chippewa Valley sensibility. �is means not only giving your family a well-cra�ed and functional home, but one with attractive upgrades and features, while keeping your construction costs reasonable.

Our 2013 Parade Home Features: •Stone gas �replace

•Vaulted ceilings (tray ceiling in master bedroom)•Custom maple hardwood cabinetry•3-car attached garage•Custom paint throughout•Full-basement•Private master bath with large walk- in closet & laundry•Beautiful waterfront lot •Focus on Energy Certi�ed

ocated in the beautiful Lake Crest Estates Subdivision and only minutes from shopping, food, golf and the by-pass, this three bedroom single-family home is built on a private 12 acre pond near Lake Hallie and the Chippewa River boat landings. Uniquely designed, this well constructed 1634 square foot home will not only meet, but exceed your expectations! Numerous features combined with excellent cra�smanship promise to make this a home to remember at a price you can a�ord!

11221 28th Avenue, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729

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Directions: Exit Hwy 53 by-pass at County Highway 00. Go west (toward Wal-Mart) for 0.7 miles (crossing over Highway 124). Right on 30th Avenue. Turn le� at bottom hill on 113th Street. 1st right on 28th Avenue. House is 3rd on le�.

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SDR PaintingXcel Energy(On-Site Performance Testing)Eau Claire InsulationKelly Heating & Electric�e Hearth Shoppe

T&J Concrete Foundations Inc.ProBuildABC SupplyMenardsStone Pro LLCSiker’s Furnishing & Carpeting Inc.

Greener OasisHarms ConcreteSenn BlacktopVinopal TitleUnited Bank


We’ve been turning dreams into reality since 1892.• Purchase and refinance loans• New construction loans • Fast, local construction draws• Great rates• Quick loan approvals• Fast closings and low closing costs• Local servicing• No prepayment penalties• WHEDA, FHA, and State VA

bankmutual.com

We’ve been turning dreams into reality since 1892.• Purchase and refinance loans• New construction loans • Fast, local construction draws• Great rates• Quick loan approvals• Fast closings and low closing costs• Local servicing• No prepayment penalties• WHEDA, FHA, and State VA

bankmutual.com

Manufacturer of quality interior trim & millwork

BLADEMillworks, Inc.

BLADE Millworks, Inc.

Wood is our Business!

419 Maple Street • Strum, WI715-695-3418 • www.blademillworksinc.com

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Phone: (715) 597-3120www.steenconstruction.com

Steen Construction of Osseo Inc has been in business since 1993 building home in the Chippewa Valley with prices ranging from $200,000 to well over $1,000,000. All homes are designed and completed with the attention to detail that Steen Construction is known for.

Our 2013 Parade Home Features: •2,900squarefeet

• 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bath

• 3 car garage

• Interior design of colors and �ooring

• Custom rustic Alder cabinets

•Mission style trim package•Mudroom•Open �oor plan

609 Katie Lane, Eau Claire, WI 54701

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Directions: North on Je�ers Road. Right on Shorewood Drive. Right on Shorewood Heights Parkway. Le� on Katie Lane. Home is on the right.

his home is designed for the family that likes the open �oor plan. Entering from the front door, you will �nd a spacious living room with a stone �replace and large windows for natural light. �ere is also a kitchen and dining area o� to the side. By the garage entrance is a large mudroom and laundry. You will �nd 3 bedrooms on the �rst �oor. In the basement, there is a large recreation room; daylight windows to let the natural light in makes this space very nice for relaxing. In the basement, there is another bedroom and full bath.

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Lyman LumberEau Claire InsulationT & J ConcreteBME Inc.C New Roof

Independent FlooringClassic FurnitureLarson’s Custom CabinetsR & B Associates Landscape

2080 Truax Blvd Eau Claire, WI

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Steve Wurzer: (715) 828-3430Steve Wiggins: (715) 577-0092

www.wurzerbuilders.com

Established 25 years ago, Wurzer Builders, Inc. has the knowledge, experience and reputation for delivering new homes of the highest standards exceeding our customers expectations. We are committed to a strong foundation of quality, service and integrity. Wurzer Builders, Inc. prides itself in using energy e�cient and green building practices. One step in the doors and you will see the di�erence. Come experience the unmatched value of our homes.

Our 2013 Parade Home Features: •Openconceptkitchen,dining,livingroom

• Kitchen with Cambria center island, tiled back

splash and stone accents

• Hardwood �oors, ceramic tile and glass, luxury

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• Nine foot ceilings, ten foot trays, and stylish trim

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• Barrier Free Entry from all entrances

• �ree car garage and large un�nished storage room

• Lower level features a wet bar, stone �replace and

rec area

• Energy Star home

• Two-year Home Warranty

Directions: Je�ers Road North. Right on Shorewood Drive. Right on Shorewood Heights Parkway. Le� on Katie Lane.

W ith over 3,200 �nished square feet, this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is designed with lots of attention to detail and style. Enjoy the open design, numerous windows, large master suite, and a basement that is both spacious and cozy.

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Bohl and Proulx Plumbing Inc.Brovold Construction Inc.Charter Media�e Hearth Shoppe Green �umb Landscaping & Excavating

Kelly Heating and Electric LLCMenardsNationwide Flooring and Window CoveringsNot Just Closets

Premier DrywallProBuild of Eau ClaireSiker’s Furniture & Carpeting Inc.Special T SidingStone Pro LLC

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Phone: (715) 834-9997 www.haselwanderhomes.com

At Haselwander Homes, our family’s passion is home building and it has been since 1965. We showcase that passion in each home we build. Our experienced crew takes exceptional pride in their work. From the time we begin construction of your new home, to the time we give you the keys, our quality products and cra�smanship are evident. Each Haselwander home demonstrates creative design, detail, energy e�ciency, and long-lasting value. When you partner with Haselwander Homes, you can count on over four decades of experience and a home built with pride. We are ready to work with you every step of the way!

Our 2013 Parade Home Features: •BeautifulviewsofPrincetonValleyGolf Course

• Open �oor plan• Split stone �replace• Unique kitchen island• Cambria countertops• Custom birch cabinetry• Birchwoodflooring• Large mud room• Main �oor laundry• 1st �oor Master Suite with large walk-in closet• Large walk-in tile shower• Lower level family theater room

T hisbeautiful2013ParadeHomeisbuiltby3-timeBuilderof the Year and Small Business of the Year recipientHaselwander Homes and is the epitome of creative design,comfort,andvalue.LocatedinbeautifulPrincetonValley on Eau Claire’s NE side and on Princeton ValleyGolfCourse, this home features all of themodern livingcomforts, including: an open �oor plan with a vaulted ceiling in the hearth room and dining area, 3-bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, custom birch cabinetry and trim, ceramic tile, birch wood �oors, and high quality carpet. �e hearth room features a full length stone �replace that will set the mood and ambiance for any occasion. �e walk-out lower level to the golf course features a family theater room and ample windows with warm natural light to expand your living area. �e unique covered veranda will entice you to spend more days and evenings in the fresh air and enjoy the views of a park-like setting. Come home toPrincetonValley,comehometoaHaselwanderHome.

Directions: North Crossing to McKinley Road (North). Right turn onto LaSalle Street. Take the 2nd le� onto E. Princeton Ave. Home is on le�.

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Bohl and Proulx PlumbingBrovold Construction, Inc.Circle M LandscapingCounty Materials CorpEau Claire Insulation, LLCKarl’s TV and Appliance

Lydia’s LightingMenardsProBuild�e Hearth Shoppe, LLCWall-to-Wall Carpet One Floor & HomeRed Wing Custom Cabinets

Serving Chippewa, Dunn, Pepin, Rusk, Jackson & Eau Claire Counties

• Remodeling• Demolition• New Construction• Fire / Water Damage

• Roofing / Tear Off• General Clean Out• Cardboard & Wood Recycling

Haul Away & Disposal Serviceswww.johnsonrolloffservice.com

715-835-4968 877-677-8340

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C&M Properties and Construction Inc. is a locally owned and family run business in Eau Claire, owned and operated by Cody and Molly Filipczak. With our exemplary employees and long standing relationships with the subcontractors we’ve been using for years, our building process is both very e�cient and cost e�ective as ever. Both Cody and Molly continue to work closely with each and every customer, from conceptual design to the �nal walk through to make each customer’s building experience as exciting and stress-free as it always should be. Contact us today and see why we have never, and will never, have a dissatis�ed customer!

Our 2013 Parade Home Features: •2 bedrooms, 2 baths

•1,304 sq. �. with un�nished basement, 2,054 sq. � with �nished basement•Custom cherry cabinets throughout•Lockers in entry/mudroom•180fx and HD laminate countertops•Poplar cra�sman style trim and doors•Stainless steel appliance package included•First �oor laundry•Sunroom and deck•Extremely energy e�cient •Focus on Energy tested and certi�ed

ocated in the brand new Fairway Estates development, this 2 bedroom, 2 bath Twinhome comes standard with the high end �nishes you see, including stainless steel appliances and custom cabinets! While each Twinhome can be customized to the buyer’s preference, this home was �nished with hand-scraped “Rustic To�ee” laminate �oors, cherry mission style cabinets and oil rubbed bronze hardware and lighting. You’ll love the convenient �oorplan with a mudroom open to the laundry room, which �ows into the master closet and master bedroom. A three season sunroom o� the kitchen overlooks a nicely wooded backyard. Centrally located with easy access to walking trails, a golf course and the Hwy 53 by-pass, these new homes are going fast!

768 Club View Lane Fairway Lane Estates, Altoona, WI 54720

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Phone: (715) 874-4225www.candmhomebuilders.com

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Express DisposalHome Town InsulationLyman LumberOium Asphalt, Paving & Well DrillingRedwing Custom Cabinets & FlooringD&K ClosetsPro-BuildPahl’s Kitchen & Bath

Sterling Bank�e Potting ShedT&J Concrete FoundationsTru-Lock & SecurityVinopal Title & Abstract Maas BuildersDenny’s ApplianceNelson MasonryFocus on EnergyXcel Energy


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N1716 950th Street, Eau Claire, WI 54701Office: 715-720-1962

Fax: 715-720-2306Mobile: 715-215-0987

www.buesserconcrete.comE-mail: [email protected]

A Higher Level in Concrete

• Flatwork• Driveways• Colored - Stamped• Remove - Replace

• Foundations• Sidewalk - Patios• Crack Repair• Diamond Polishing

AMERICAN SOCIETY OFCONCRETE CONTRACTORSEnhancing the Capabilities of Those Who Build with Concrete

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L ocated in the beautiful Rivers Edge neighborhood, this 3,351 sq. �. home features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths with a spacious open concept �oor plan. A graceful, two story foyer with custom built columns and decorative accents leads you into the heart of the home; the kitchen, dining, and great room. With handscraped hickory �oors, custom built cherry cabinets and a warm color palate throughout, this house truly makes you feel at home as you walk from room to room. �e lower level is fully �nished with a polished concrete �oor and kitchenette in the family room, and also has an exercise room, guest bedroom, full bath and o�ce.

Directions: From Hwy 53. By-pass to East on River Prairie Drive to North on Rivers Edge Drive. Lot is 5th on le� side.

Our 2013 Parade Home Features:

•LPsiding

• Custom cherry cabinets

• Handscraped hickory �oors

• Stamped and polished concrete

• Tiled walk-in shower

• Central vacuum

• Extensive sound and security system

• Focus on Energy Certi�ed

• Granite,Cambria,andHDLaminate

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2308 Rivers Edge Drive, Altoona, Wi 54720

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Buesser Concrete, LLCKinderman Plumbing, LLCLyman Lumber Co.D&K Closets, Inc. Rainmaster Lawn SystemsT&J Concrete FoundationsABC Supply Co. Hometech Innovations, LLC

Maas BuildersBD Roycra�BME MechanicalHometown InsulationVinopal TitleSterling BankAerus ElectroluxeChippewa Valley Door

County MaterialsDenny’s ApplianceAccent Finishing Pahl’s Kitchen and BathNelson MasonryFocus on EnergyXcel EnergyRedwing Custom Cabinets & Flooring, LLC


Proud to be American based & American made

www.countymaterials.com

Bring Your Dream Home to Life.Unique New Products to Enhance Your Lifestyle.

Turn your home into a destination spot with County Materials’ distinctive new series of landscaping and veneer products.

Crafted with advanced technology, our exclusive new pavers, retaining walls, and masonry veneers will bring the utmost in beauty and durability to your home.

Whether you want to create a look of distinction for the exterior of your home, or relax under the stars in your tranquil outdoor entertainment area, County Materials’ products will deliver enjoyment and value to last a lifetime.

Ask your contractor for details, or stop by any of our showrooms today for personal service and inspiration.

Homeowners welcome!

Entrances • Patios • Outdoor Kitchens • Brick & Stone Veneers • Garden Walls • Fireplaces • Steps • Terraces • Walkways • Waterfalls

Bring Your Dream Home to Life.Unique New Products to Enhance Your Lifestyle.Unique New Products to Enhance Your Lifestyle.

Eau Claire: 1111 Menomonie Street(715) 834-7701

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C omfortably placed on a double wooded lot in the neighborhood of River’s Edge, this stunning home is �lled with unique features both inside and out. From its exterior with the brick paver drive and walkways, you’ll notice the beautiful blend of textures with stone, shakes and pergolas over each garage door. A charming, red front door welcomes guests into the foyer where the library and home o�ce are the �rst rooms to the le� and right. In the great room, the stone �replace is highlighted by many custom accents to the walls and crown molding on the ceiling, all which blend beautifully with the custom kitchen cabinets and rich maple �oors. �e screened in porch is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the backyard, or on chilly days the family room upstairs is just right for a game of pool or to catch a movie. With many more features than we can list, this home is a must see!

Directions: From Hwy 53. By-pass to East on River Prairie Drive to North on Rivers Edge Drive. Lot is last on right side a�er changing to Moonlight Drive.

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• 3 bedrooms, 4 baths

• 3,658 sq. ft.

• LP siding

• Extensive landscaping design

• Brick paved driveway

• Fully �nished detached garage

• Handscraped maple �oors

• Granite, cultured marble and HD laminate

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• Custom painted and distressed cabinets

• Stone �replace

• Screened-in porch with Trex Trandscend

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Bowe Trucking and Excavating Inc.Buesser Concrete, LLCLyman Lumber Co.D&K Closets, Inc.Redwing Custom Cabinets & Flooring, LLCRainmaster Lawn SystemsT&J Concrete FoundationsABC Supply Co.

Hometech Innovations, LLC Maas BuildersBME MechanicalHometown InsulationVinopal TItleChippewa Valley DoorCounty MaterialsDenny’s Appliance

Accent Finishing Nelson MasonryFireside Hearth & HomeTru-LockHome Town InsulationFocus on EnergyXcel Energy


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G E R H A R D S ®596 Cameron StreetEau Claire, WI 54703715.832.6638

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Spring is here.Is your kitchen or bath in need of a KOHLER makeover?

Now is the perfect time to step into the remodeled Gerhards®. We’ve added the most innovative and stylish kitchen and bath plumbing products from KOHLER® and other find brands. Gerhards is a complete shopping destination with dedicated designers to help you get started with your remodel project. Find inspiration at Kohler.com

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Phone: (715) 839-8806www.cewurzerbuilders.com

Here at C&E Wurzer Builders we strive for innovation, constant change with technology, and design of your “Custom Home.” We will sit down with our partners at Focus on Energy from initial planning and preparation through construction and inspection. Our Focus on Energy representative will be there every step of the way to ensure that your home meets the highest standards of quality cra�smanship and ensuring your investment is a sound one. �rough the years, we have also found that setting benchmarks to meet with our clients has been a tremendous success for our clients. With our sister company, Lake Hallie Cabinets and Design, we o�er what we like to call a “One Stop Shop.” From design ideas, layout recommendations, �ooring, cabinets, and paint colors we o�er it all. Jump onto our website today and visit our “Get Started” tab and let us know what you would like in your brand new custom home!

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Our 2013 Parade Home Features: •Sitefinished5”plankblackwalnutnatural hardwood �oors

• Premiumfinishoversizedwhitemissionstyletrim package• Co�ered ceiling beam work in the master bedroom• Elegant Quartzite natural slate ledge stone with modernribbonburningfireplaceinthegreatroom• Custom design built screen porch with maintenance free Trex decking, metal balusters and natural cedar railings and ceilings• Grill Deck with Trex decking with a mix of brown decking and railings with white balusters• Luxury design and custom built steam shower that �ows into a custom tub deck in the master bath room• Fabulous kitchen features espresso color mission style cabinets with elaborate granite countertopsandtofinishoffthelookaglasstile backsplash• Upgraded custom paint throughout the home• �e dining room features a mission style wainscot• Premium LP Smart side on the exterior of the home• Custom designed home audio throughout

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1st Call MechanicalBrovold ConstructionEau Claire InsulationFocus on EnergyLake Hallie Cabinets & DesignLyman Lumber Co

Green �umb Landscaping SDR PaintingOium Well DrillingHometech Innovations, LLCXcel Energy


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4612 Village terrace Court, Eau Claire, Wi 54701

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Here at C&E Wurzer Builders we strive for innovation, constant change with technology, and design of your “Custom Home.” We will sit down with our partners at Focus on Energy from initial planning and preparation through construction and inspection. Our Focus on Energy representative will be there every step of the way to ensure that your home meets the highest standards of quality cra�smanship and ensuring your investment is a sound one. �rough the years, we have also found that setting benchmarks to meet with our clients has been a tremendous success for our clients. With our sister company, Lake Hallie Cabinets and Design, we o�er what we like to call a “One Stop Shop.” From design ideas, layout recommendations, �ooring, cabinets, and paint colors we o�er it all. Jump onto our website today and visit our “Get Started” tab and let us know what you would like in your brand new custom home!

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Phone: (715) 839-8806www.cewurzerbuilders.com

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•SitefinishedNaturalHickoryFlooring

• Holiday Kitchens Custom Cabinets

• Granite Countertops with a stainless steel farm sink

• WhiteMissiontrimwithpremiumfinish

• Tray ceilings and custom trim work throughout

• Focus on Energy built home to include 2” of foam

on exterior

• Custom, built in cabinets throughout home

• Luxury custom built master shower

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1st Call MechanicalBrovold ConstructionEau Claire InsulationFocus on EnergyLake Hallie Cabinets & Design Lyman Lumber Co

Premium Lawn Service, LLCVinopal Title & AbstractXcel EnergyGreen �umb Landscaping SDR PaintingBed, Bath & Drapery Shop


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Phone: (715) 577-6834www.jwcustomhomes.com

JW Custom Homes o�ers over 16 years of experience in Quality Custom Home Design and Construction. We specialize in new custom homes at all price ranges; personalizing your home, at a price that you can a�ord without sacri�cing the quality and features that you want.

O verlooking the countryside, JW Custom Homes

welcomes you to their 4,500 square �, 5 bdrm, 3.5 bath, custom

designed home. As you enter through the stone and stucco

entrance, you will �nd a well-designed open concept living

space. From the towering wall of windows to the beautiful

quartz kitchen, this home was designed with entertaining and

family in mind.

With extensive custom trim/cabinetry, wood �oors, tile work

throughout, and a spectacular lower level entertainment area,

you will be sure to impress all your guests. JW Custom Homes

recognizes that each home is as unique as its owner; we strive

in designing your home beyond your expectations. Come visit

this home and entertain what you can bring to

reality. Your dream, your style, our expertise.

Directions: Use Hwy 53 by-pass to East on Hwy 12. Follow 6.2 miles. Go right onto Voight Road. Follow road straight onto Dewitz.


• Custom cabinets and Built-In’s throughout

• Hardwood �oors and tile throughout

• Quartz countertops

• Large mudroom with Custom Lockers

• Master Bathroom- custom walk-in tile

shower with oversized air tub

• Spectacular entertainment area

• Surround Sound and Security System

• Marvin Integrity Casement Design windows

• Heated �oors throughout home and garage

• 10� basement walls

• Stamped and Stained concrete

• Geothermal Heating & Cooling

• Sound Proof Interior Insulated Walls


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SubcontractorsA special thank you to the Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association members who contributed to this home:

1st Call MechanicalAccent Paint & Finishing, LLCAll Title Services, Inc.Baseman FloorsChippewa Valley EnergyCounty Concrete Materials CorpExpress Disposal

Focus on EnergyHanson Energy ServiceHometown InsulationKelly Oium Well DrillingKarl’s ApplianceLyman LumberMenards

Natural Touch LandscapingProBuild�e Hearthe ShoppeViking Electric

2650 Western AvenueEau Claire, WI 54703

715.552.3225

Your premier plumbing & lighting showroom

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V isit this year’s Signature Homes parade home on its panoramic rural site & you’ll never want to leave. We’ve balanced sensible design, intelligent planning, wise investments, and a few bells & whistles to create a 3400 sq. foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom custom family home.

Enter the mud/laundry room and �nd space planning that accommodates day to day family life. Just around the corner is our “Live in it and Love it” kitchen with an island you know everyone will gather ‘round. Cook, entertain and connect all in this great space. �e Great Room, with panoramic views, boasts customized media cabinetry, wood burning stone �re-place, and wood box. Carefully integrated media, �replace, and window views allow you to take it all in as you relax and kick back in your favorite chair. �e Master Suite as well as a 2nd bedroom with ensuite bath are on this �rst �oor level. �e lower level includes a family room, game nook, and 2 more bedrooms that share a bath. Check out our garage with epoxy heated �oor, sink, stairwell to basement, and super organized storage. �is home features a di�erent Cambria on every countertop surface and even a full Cambria shower. As you walk through, appreciate the mixed media �nishes of crisp warm white millwork, rich brown knotty Alder doors and historic reclaimed pine �oors.

Quality... Done Signature Home Style

Phone: (715) 579-6916 www.signaturehomescv.com

Linda Machmeier, owner of Signature Homes, has been building homes, remodeling, doing design consultation, and light commercial construction since 1999. Signature Homes has presented 8 Parade Homes and 2 Remodelers Showcase Homes during the past 14 years. We hope you enjoy this year’s home!

Our 2013 Parade Home Features: • Geothermal system, heated �oors

• Cambria Countertops Feature Home• Rustic Heart Pine Reclaimed Wood Flooring• Epoxy Garage Floor• Smart Side• Staging by Imagine �at• �ermadore Kitchen Appliances

Directions: Hwy 93 South to Cedar Road. Turn right on Cedar Road. Continue for 2 miles. Brie�y jog le� on Balsam Road for 0.02 miles. Turn right and rejoin Cedar Road. Continue 0.05 mile to home. Driveway is on le�.

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Harms ConcreteBohl & Proulx PlumbingWater SourceR & L TileOverhead Door CompanyCor Furniture�orcra�Viking SinkTru-Lock

Fergusons Kitchen & BathLiberty ExteriorsNot Just ClosetsSound InstallationsFireside Hearth Andy’s Central VACKen Olson WellImagine �atPolytec

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Established in 1998, Peterson Custom Homes specializes in higher end custom homes. All of our cabinets, millwork, and stair parts are custom made for each home in our 6,000 square feet shop in Eau Claire.


•5,200 sq. �, 4 bedroom home

•Located on Hickory Hills Golf Course

•Custom cabinets, built-ins, molding, mill

work, ceiling beams, columns, and wood garage

doors all made in Peterson Custom Homes

woodworking shop

•Cherry cabinets, Alder molding and millwork

•Handscraped Hickory �ooring

•Slate on main level

•3 season porch with Cedar shakes

•Stone and wood exterior

•Geothermal Heating and Cooling

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Directions: Hwy 93 south to Cedar Road. Le� on Cedar Road. House is on the le�. Located on the back nine of Hickory Hills Golf Course.

Phone: (715) 379-1447 [email protected]

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T & J Concrete Foundations Inc.Andy Central VacMr. C’s ElectricAmundson’s ApplianceFerguson Kitchen & Bath

Fireside Hearth ShoppeWatersource HeatingProBuildVinopal TitleCharter Bank

Olson Hardwood FloorsMenardsDown to EarthViking SinkRainmaster Lawn Systems

BONUS: BACKYARD DREAM HOUSE

We are pleased to present our special 20th home; the

Backyard Dream House! �e Chippewa Valley Home

Builders Association teamed up with MyNextHome

Contracting and the Boy Scouts of the Eau Claire Area to

build the ultimate backyard dream house to be ra�ed o� at

the Fall Home Remodeling Expo. �e Dream House will be

located at Down to Earth in Eau Claire during the Parade of

Homes. �e Boy Scouts will be promoting the house along

with selling ra�e tickets. �ank you to the CVHBA members

who contributed to this great project. Make sure to take time

to come see and possibly win this amazing dream house!

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Buying your first house can be very exciting. But financing your

home purchase can be a daunting experience. In both cases,

do your research and shop carefully to ensure you find exactly

what you want and need.

Deciding how much to spend on your home and which type of

mortgage will work best for you — as well as understanding

the settlement process — can be confusing. However, there are

many sources that can help you get prepared well before you

step foot into a sales office, model home or open house.

• Figure out what you can actually afford to pay on

a monthly basis. When determining the monthly

payment you can afford, remember that, in addition

to the monthly principal and interest, you will also

be paying into escrows for property taxes, hazard

insurance and possibly a homeowners or condominium

association assessment. You have more knowledge

about your living expenses than a lender. Hold firm

with that number and don’t be tempted to agree to

an amount higher than what you are comfortable

spending. Mortgage calculators are a great way to figure

out what your monthly payments would be based on

interest rates and down payment amounts. Calculators

can be found on most real-estate-focused websites.

• Pay down your debts. Debt that you carry on your

credit cards will limit what you qualify for from a

lender. Lenders want to see a total debt service ratio

that is less than 40 percent of your monthly income.

• Attend a first-time home buying seminar or talk to a

credit counselor who does not work for a lender.

• HUD also has a handy booklet on its site called

“Buying Your Home: Settlement Costs and Helpful

Information.” It describes the home buying and

settlement process and explains most of the expenses

you will encounter. It is free and most lenders are

required to provide their loan applicants with a copy

of this document under the Real Estate Settlement

Procedures Act (RESPA). However, you will be able to

shop more wisely for settlement services if you have

read the pamphlet before you visit a lender.

• When you have done your research and are ready to

move on to the next step, visit a lender, understand the

financing yourfirsthome

loan choices that would be available to you, and, once

you’ve determined the most suitable loan, get pre-

approved for that loan. Since you will already know how

much money you can borrow, you will know what price

range you should be looking at and can move quickly if

you are bidding on a house that has several interested

buyers. A lender’s pre-approval would still be subject

to a final verification of your credit and a satisfactory

appraisal, but it’s a big step toward becoming a home

owner.

Foreclosure Rescue Scams

The possibility of losing your home to foreclosure can be

terrifying. The reality that scam artists are preying on the

vulnerability of desperate homeowners is equally frightening.

Many so-called foreclosure rescue companies or foreclosure

assistance firms claim they can help you save your home.

Some are brazen enough to offer a money-back guarantee.

Unfortunately, once most of these foreclosure fraudsters

take your money, you lose your home, too.

You can save yourself money and more heartache by avoiding

any business that:

• guarantees to stop the foreclosure process – no matter

what your circumstances

• advises you not to contact your lender, lawyer, or credit

or housing counselor

• collects a fee before providing any services

• accepts payment only by cashier’s check or wire transfer

• encourages you to lease your home so you can buy it

back over time

• tells you to make your mortgage payments directly to it,

rather than to your lender

• advises you to transfer your property deed or title to it

• offers to buy your house for cash at a fixed price that is

not set by the housing market at the time of sale

• offers to fill out paperwork for you

• pressures you to sign papers you haven’t had a chance to

read thoroughly or that you don’t understand.

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Color is one visual factor that can make or break the appearance of any landscape. Too many colors can make a landscape look too busy and it will lose some of its impact. Not enough color and the landscape is dull and uninteresting. Finding the right blend and balance can accentuate the beauty of your home increasing its curb appeal.

Color can be introduced into the landscape in many ways. Some can be very simple and inexpensive, yet have a huge impact on the attractiveness of your landscape. Colorful pottery can add a simple pop of color to a neutral colored landscape. Filling those pots with colorful flowers can bring even more interest and beauty. Accenting your existing landscape with colorful pots can add elements of style more easily than almost anything else. The shape of the pottery, the types of plants used, the groupings in which you display them: all these things can have an amazing effect on the look of your home!

For example, a home that is attractive, but very neutral in color, can be transformed by adding pots! Imagine these pots are orange, some are tall and some are low and wide, and they are filled with bright flowers in shades of hot pink, yellow, orange and lime green! What a wow factor that could create!

Color can also be brought into the landscape with flowering plants. Perennials, especially when planted in large groups, can create beautiful waves of color in the landscape. Catmint is one of my favorite perennials to use because it is easy to grow and maintain and has a long bloom season. Using it as an edging plant along a front entry sidewalk can welcome visitors to your home with a wave of silvery foliage topped with lovely lavender blooms almost all summer long.

Annual flowers are enjoying a colorful resurgence in popularity as landscape accent plants! They aren’t just for pots and hanging baskets anymore! Great examples of how great annuals can work as a color source are the Supertunia petunias from Proven Winners. These plants tolerate heat and drought and will really spread out when planted in the ground. They offer abundant colorful blooms all summer long and require almost no maintenance other than watering!

Shrubs can also be a great source of color interest in the landscape. Shrubs with burgundy foliage, such as barberries or weigela can be rich accents in any landscape. Evergreens add green interest in every season, and they aren’t just green anymore! Many evergreens now have varieties that are a bright lime green or even brilliant gold all year!

The Impact of Color in the Landscape

Photos and article contributed by Nancy Skelley, The Potting Shed Garden and Gifts

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Blooming shrubs provide colorful accents in spring and summer. Shrubs with longer bloom periods such as hydrangeas have increased in popularity in recent years. They bloom in a wide range of colors, and there seems to be a size to fit nearly any landscape.

Trees are always an important landscape element and selecting the right tree for your site can dramatically affect the look of your landscape! 20 years ago, trees were mostly chosen for their shade factor. We now have so many more choices of tree varieties, that we can still have shade, but we can also have flowers, fabulous fall color, interesting leaf and bark texture and much more!

Always consider color and be open to the many choices you have, and be aware of the huge impact it can have. It’s a great way to increase your curb appeal and to increase your own enjoyment of the yard and landscape you spend time in!

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We apologize for leaving out credit for these

photos in the 2013 Home and Garden issue

of Home Inspirations.

(Photo courtesy Linda Machmeier, Signature Homes.)

(Photo courtesy Linda Machmeier, Signature Homes.)

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Opportunity Knocksfor Home BuyersHomeownership is an important part of the American way of life, and there may never be a better time to buy than today.

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It’s too easy these days to live almost exclusively in a climate-controlled, electronic world. Your days are spent going from air-conditioned house to car to workplace, with your ear glued to a cell phone or your fingers typing away on your personal digital assistant in between. But as people try to re-connect with nature, a new trend in home design — bringing the indoors outside — is emerging.

Many new and remodeled homes are blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor spaces. If you’re thinking about building or remodeling to enhance the outdoor spaces at your home, here are a few of the latest outdoor living trends:

Fire elements. These can take the form of fireplaces or fire pits, or be as simple as a free-standing clay chimenea. Wood-burning elements are the most common, but they can also be outfitted to burn gas or a gel. Each has its own advantages or disadvantages with cost, maintenance, and other considerations such as smell or the crackling sound commonly associated with wood fires. Fire pits can be portable or built-in, and are often made with materials such as copper, iron or stone. Some feature colored, decorative glass pieces laid out in designs that reflect the flames.

Beds. Forget about hammocks or folding lawn chairs! Today, it’s all about ultimate comfort. Outdoor beds have been seen on the pool decks of chic hotels in hip cities like Miami and Los Angeles for years. Designed

for lounging or even napping, they come in a variety of sizes, generally have a futon-style mattress, and some have adjustable backrests. They are covered in weatherproof fabric, and matching your color scheme is easy with coordinating throw pillows.

Showers. Formerly seen just at beach houses and used strictly for removing sand, outdoor showers are now found in multi-million dollar Manhattan penthouses, apartment rooftops and suburban neighborhoods for everyday use. They incorporate natural elements such as stone, bamboo and plants, and are strategically designed to provide privacy, yet allow the user to enjoy the view and the feeling of showering in nature.

Having inviting outdoor living spaces in your home will help when it’s time to sell, too. In the National Association of Home Builders’ Consumer Preferences Surveys for both 2004 and 2007, more than three-quarters of respondents said having a patio, front porch or deck on their home was “desirable” or “essential.” And in 2007, 62 percent wanted an outdoor fireplace or fire pit, a category that wasn’t even an option in the 2004 survey.

So gather your friends around the fire pit, take an afternoon siesta on your outdoor bed, get ready for work with a refreshing backyard shower, or, check out the upcoming CVHBA Parade of Homes and Remodelers Showcase for more ideas on how to embrace the great outdoors without leaving your yard!

Make Yourself at Home – Outdoors!

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