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A Marketing Feature of Sauk Valley Media

(815) 625-3722Now With 2 Locations!

110 E. Lynn Blvd.,Sterling, IL 61081

1319 N. Galena Ave.Dixon, IL 61021

www.SaukValleyRealEstate.comOutstanding Agents - Outstanding Results

John RosengrenBroker/Owner815-631-8550

Tim McCaslinManaging Broker

815-716-7653

Jim CesarekBroker/Owner815-716-0976

EXCELLENT COMMERCIALLOCATION!

212 feet of highway frontage with a 26x60foot storage building, and a 1-2 bedroomranch home that could be an office.

ALL THIS ON 1.3 ACRES!

#116434

FINISHED TO PERFECTION!Fabulous ranch with 3 bedrooms on themain and 4th can be finished in lower level.New hickory kitchen with stainless steelappliances, oak woodwork, new siding,large deck. Huge heated garage too! Allprofessionally done and ready for you!

Call Chris today or visit the visualtour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com

#120297

MONTMORENCY RANCH3 bedroom, 2.5 ranch built in 2000. Liv-ing room with vaulted ceiling and gasfireplace. Finished basement with familyroom, game room and 4th bedroom. Mas-ter suite with full bath and walk-in closet. A3 car garage, 21x42 heated pool, hot tuband a huge party deck will make you fallin love. Call today for a private showing!

visual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com

GREAT BUILDING SITE!Two lots at the end of the cul-de-sac onJ Street in Sterling. 1.48 acres, more orless with a fabulous view. Spring is aroundthe corner and it’s time to build yourdream home. Quiet Acres Subdivision.

Call Chris today or visit theweb site@ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com

NICE & PRACTICALThis ranch home has 2 bedrooms and1.5 baths, 1,448 square feet with nicelarge rooms throughout. Heated breeze-way, great laundry room, and a 2 cargarage. Parking area for RV with 50amp electric. You need to check it out!

Call Patti today or visit thevisual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com

Great 2 bedroom duplex. Live in one sideand CASH IN on the other! Large livingroom and dining room! Nice oak kitchenwith appliances. Extra deep garages forstorage space. Very well maintained.

Call Chris today or visit thevisual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com

#121753

#116398#121034#122174

OFFICE AND/OR HOMEThis property is a rare find. Zoned B-1its current and previous use has been asa business office but this property couldbe used as a home or home/office com-bination. Pristine condition with hardwoodfloors throughout. Perks include two cargarage that is heated and cooled. Neardowntown Sterling.

Call Ed for a private showing.

#119270

SOLID AND STURDYVery well built 1 1/2 story home with 2,200square feet of living space that includes 4bedrooms, a full basement, 3 car garage,and much more. This home needs a newfamily. New lower price!

Call Keith for a showing!

#122042

BRING THE FAMILY!Large 4 bedroom home in excellent condi-tion. Includes a master suite, extra roomsdownstairs, inground pool, many updates,large yard and great location. Ready for anew family.

Call Keith for a showing!

#119920

Keith Zoeller815-622-1598

zoellerag.comCOUNTRY RANCH ON TWO

ACRES!2-3 bedroom home with family room, 1.75baths and 3 car garage. Out buildings in-clude barn, open shed, and milk house.PRIVATE SETTING!

EDGE OF TOWN LOCATION!3 bedroom, 1 story home with newer roofand furnace, family room and garage. 1/2acre lot. Needs some TLC.

BUT PRICED TO SELL!

#121996

#121856

BUILD YOUR NEW HOMEHERE!

1.19 acre corner lot in an area of finehomes just outside of Dixon. Call Jerryfor details.

#121782

RETAIL AND WAREHOUSELocated in a high traffic location in Sterlingthis property is loaded with potential. Thefront of the building offers space that canaccommodate offices or retail space whilethe back property features a large ware-house/garage. The warehouse portionfeatures an 11’ overhead door. Property in-cludes the adjacent lot which offers ampleoff street parking.

#121088Edson Cox815-499-0821

[email protected]

See My Visual ToursOnline!

SUPER STARTERCute 2 bedroom home with newerroof and full basement.

#122033

COZY RANCHNice 2 bedroom Ranch with lots of

updates.Call Gary for more information

#121942

Easy Condo living! Updated with new airconditioner, roof in ‘09 and ‘07 parkinglot reseal, you can soak up the actionfrom the living room window in this twobedroom home. New entry doors to thebuilding will be installed.

WHAT A RETREAT!Build now or later. Scenic Mississippichannel views, lots of year round wildlifeand a choice building lot makes this quitethe find. Plan now, build when ready for agreat place to call home.

#122391 #122386

WELCOME THE FAMILYThe vaulted ceilings and large windows give this 1800 squarefoot ranch a bright, open feel and the large, open living room/kitchen areas make it great for entertaining. 4 bedrooms, 2.5baths, and lots of updates.

Check out the pictures at:www.DebProctor.com

ROOM FOR EVERYONE!This four bedroom home is full of features and has all the space a large family needs. Kitchen has been recently remodeled. Mainfloor master suite features a large walk-in closet, skylights and an impressive master bath. The walk-out basement features a state-of-the art home theatre, 2 family rooms, a large custom oak bar, a work out room, ample storage and a three quarter bath.

#115272

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Patti Sword Chris King815-590-0130 815-499-8279www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com

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FARM LAND NEEDED!Buyers are looking for class AFarms. Values remain quite good onhighly productive land. Is it time to

sell your farm?

Call Keith for information

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(Hablo Español)

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Buying? Selling? Comprando?Vendiendo? Call me... I canshow you ALL listings!

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THIS WEEK·S FEATURE

1.63 Acre Corner Lot

South of Rock Falls, Montmorency school district, spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch. New carpet, new ]PU`S��\WKH[LK�RP[JOLU��THPU�ÅVVY�SH\UKY �̀�M\SS�IHZL-

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#122245 $129,900Merdita Heald

815-718-2272www.merditaservesyou.net R E A L T YR E A L T Y

815-380-2500 1201 1st Avenue, Rock Fallswww.MyXtremeRealty.com

Property TransfersLee County

Oct. 21Merrie Lou Hopkins, WDD

to Donna K. Smith, Mark W.

Smith, Mollers Survey, Lot

61, $132,000.

James A. Shaulis, WDD to

Ruth S. Shaulis, Harmon

Township, Tract Section

16,SE-SW;SW-SE.

Jean L. Ciccione, QCDD

to Arabel Gonzalez, Nicole

Gonzalez, Woodhaven Lakes,

Block 7, Lot 163.

Artemio Cadenas, Guada-

lupe Cadenas, WDD to TC

National Bank, Lee Cen-

ter Township, Tract Section

1,NE.

James Novak, Mary Novak,

WDD to Robert Bussen,

Kathleen Butzen, Wood-

haven Lakes, Block 1, Lot

53,$25,000.

Wladyslaw Bobula, Lud-

mila Kulesza, WDD to Jacek

Stys,Woodhaven Lakes,

Block 5, Lot 317,$2,500.

David P. Gaumer, WDD to

Hvarre Holdings LLC, Mead-

owview Add Phase I, Lot 12,

$24,500.

Community State bank of

Rock Falls-Dixon, WDD to

Kevin J. Carr, Dixon Sub of

Block 83,Lot 9,10, $2,500.

Secretary of Housing

and Urban Development,

WDD to Dixie Otterbach,

Brooklyn Township, Tract

ection13,SE,WH.

Oct. 22Kimberly Strohman, QCDD

to Illinois Community Credit

Union.,Paw Paw, Block 4,

Lot 1,3,6 ½.

Department of Veterans Af-

fairs, WDD to William Kue-

hl, Hines Addition, Block 8,

Lot 3, $19,500.

Oct. 23Cynthia S. Gebauer, Blaine

A. Pattermann, Blake A.

Pattermann, Brad A. Patter-

mann, Brett A. Pattermann,

Judith M. Pattermann, decd.,

QCDD to Andrew E. Patter-

mann, Brooklyn Township,

Tract Section 36,SE.

Andrew E. Patterman, WDD

to Amy M. Krueger, Rodney

L. Krueger, Brooklyn Town-

ship, Tract Section 36, SE,

$321,000.

Oct. 24Eugenio Dorantes, QCDD to

Jerry ason,Woodhaven Lakes,

Block 9, Lot 7, $2,000.

Old Second Bank Kane

County, WDD to Cheryl L.

Connelly, Michael R. Con-

nelly, Viola Township, Tract

Section 35,NE;NE.

Oct. 25Ruben Lopez, QCDD to Jose

R. Lopez, Ruben Lopez,

Woodhaven Lakes, Block 22,

Lot 93.

Edna Kyger, WDD to Warren

G. Steinhurst, River Park Ad-

dition, Block 4, Lot 2.

Lee County Clerk, TXDD to

Dennis D. Ballinger, Shadow

Wood Subdivision Phase I,

Lot 35.

Lee County Clerk, TXDD to

Dennis D. Ballinger, Dixon,

Block 29,Lot 9.

Estate of Sharon Lee Kemp,

David Kutz, co-guardian, Ja-

nette Kutz, co-guardian, DD

to Sharon Lee Kemp, David

Kutz, Janette Kutz, Martin’s

Sub Dixon, Lot 8.

How to create a rain-water harvesting system

Rainwater collection is a way

to conserve water that can

be adopted by both private

homeowners and businesses.

Harvesting water during peak

times of precipitation ensures

water will be on hand dur-

ing drought or when water

restrictions are implement-

ed. Making use of rainwater

reduces reliance on under-

ground wells or municipal

water systems. Harvesting

rainwater also can help pre-

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sion.

The average homeowner can

collect thousands of gallons

of rainwater each year. To

learn just how much water

can be harvested, as well as

how many natural resources

can be produced from that

rain, visit www.save-the-rain.

com, where men and women

can calculate their rain collec-

tion potential by geographic

location and average rainfall.

Afterward, homeowners may

be inclined to establish their

own rainwater harvesting

systems. Here is how to get

started.

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harvested from homes with

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be acceptable. Asphalt, wood

shingles and tar roofs may

leach toxic chemicals into the

water, making it unsafe for

drinking. This rainwater may

only be collected to use for ir-

rigation methods or washing

cars and outdoor items.

* Check gutter materials.

Some gutters are made with

lead soldering components.

A commercial lead swab test

can help you determine if

there is lead present in your

gutters. At a later time you

can choose to replace the gut-

ters if you desire a potable

supply of water.

* Invest in a collection tank

or barrel. A number of manu-

facturers offer prefabricated

rain collection systems com-

plete with collection barrels.

Otherwise, you can use your

own barrel or tank to house

the collected water. Ensure it

is large enough to handle the

volume of water collected.

* Purchase and install leaf

guards. If your home is sur-

rounded by many trees, you

probably accumulate leaf and

tree debris in your home gut-

ters and downspouts. Leaf

guards will help keep the gut-

ters clear and increase water

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* Create a water collection

area. A portion of the gutter

system should be removed so

that it connects to the collec-

tion barrel or tank. As the rain

falls, it will run down the roof

and into the gutters before it

streams into the downspouts.

The downspout connected to

the tank will deposit the wa-

ter directly inside. Filters can

be installed to help block the

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�2XW¿W�WKH�WDQN�IRU�RYHUÀRZ�and water usage. A spigot

and hose connection makes

it easy to use the collected

water for outdoor purposes.

Many rainwater collection

systems are designed with an

RYHUÀRZ� VDIHJXDUG� WKDW� ZLOO�prevent the water from back-

ing up through the system. It

will divert the rainwater back

out of the downspout when

the barrel or tank is full.

A rainwater collection system

harnesses a natural source of

water to be used for gardens

and other outdoor purposes.

This water doesn’t contain

chlorine or other additives,

making it relatively clean

and safe to use. Homeown-

ers should check to see if a

permit is necessary to install

a rainwater collection system

and then begin gathering wa-

ter for various uses.

Eric BirdManaging Broker

815-973-6768

JohnDorenbosBroker Associate815-718-0956

LaurieSandovalBroker Associate815-499-1587

Jo BrysonBroker Associate

815-946-3999

3 Bedroom on Corner Lot

$89,900

Rock Falls

Take a look at this cute 3 bedroomhome that includes 2 !replaces,master with double closets, full!nished basement with shower, largefamily room & close to school! CallJohn Dorenbos at 815-718-0956 orgo to www.JohnDorenbos.com

$104,900

Rock Falls

Strip this home down and build someequity a"er you put this 3 bedroom,2.5 bath home back together. #isopportunity o$ers a partially !nishedbasement, 2 car attached garage, fencedyard and East Coloma School District.Call Eric for details 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com

Diamond in the Bu!

$99,900

Amboy

#is quality built 2-3 bedroomhome in Amboy o$ers a largeliving room, 2 car garage andmuch more. Call Eric for de-tails 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com

Amboy Gem

Carefree Living!

$118,900

Sterling

Move in condition, original owner builtin 2000. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, greatroomwithvaultedceilings.Openkitch-en with breakfast bar. 15x10 sunroom.Association fee is only $130/month.Call John Dorenbos at 815-718-0956or go to www.JohnDorenbos.com

3-4BedroomHome

$89,900

Great NE Dixon location,3-4 bedrooms, 2 car heatedgarage and much more. CallEric 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.

Dixon

$159,900

Sterling

#is home o$ers 5 bedrooms,2.5 baths, !replace, 2 cargarage and nearly 3,000 squarefeet. Located near CGH. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.

5 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath

$9,750 per/acre

Approximately 33 acres m/o/l,A, B soils, all tillable, open for2014, located in Scott Twp. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.

OgleCounty FarmlandOgle Co.

14AcresWithWaterFeatures

$139,900

Great building site with a largepond, Green River frontage,approximately 3.5 acres of timberand located adjacent to the city ofAmboy. Call Eric 815-973-6768 orgo to Birdrealtysells.com

Amboy

East Coloma Schools

$118,900

Move in ready. 3 bedroom, 1.75bath home o$ering a !nishedbasement, 2 car garage, fencedyard and much more. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.

Rock Falls

$156,900

#e price has been reduced on thisbeautiful,updatedhome.3bedroom,2 1/2 bath, 3 1/2 car garage, 1st %oorlaundry, NEW kitchen and the listgoes on and on. See it to believe it!Call Jo to view 815-946-3999.

15679Highland Ave., SterlingSterling

New Construction AttachedSingle Family

$156,900

Handicap accessible with over 1,500 sq. ".,2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, master bedroomwith master bath & walk-in closet, 2 carattached garage, cement patio, & cement%oor crawl space. No association fees! CallJohn Dorenbos @ 815-718-0956 or go towww.johndorenbos.com for details.

Sterling

$104,900

#is large 3 bedroom, 2 full bathhome o$ers an eat-in kitchen, hard-wood %oors, full basement, 2.5 cargarage, corner lot and much more.Call Eric @ 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for more details.

307W.Graham,Dixon

Immediate Possession!

$157,900

RockFalls

Get in to see this 5 bedroom, 2 1/2bath home in East Coloma area onlarge lot. Newly remodeled lowerlevel family room & new well in2012. Immediate possession! CallLaurie at 815-499-1587.

3 Bedrooms, Great Location

$64,500

Sterling

3 bedrooms, great location.#is homehasbeen renovated in 2013 and o$ers newpaint, %ooring, bathroom, most drywall,furnace, plumbing, main %oor laundry,and much more, 2 car garage and a greatlocation. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or goto Birdrealtysells.com for details.

124 ParkStreet,Dixon

$115,000

3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car attachedgarage, privacy fence, replace-ment windows, new kitchen andbasement living space. Call Jofor details 815-946-3999.

Dixon

TurnKeyOpportunity

$49,900

Dixon

Large commercial building o$eringconcrete %oor, partially heated andinsulated, with li" and 3 phase aircompressor, large lot andmuchmore.Great for any business or personalstorage. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 orgo to Birdrealtysells.com for details.

ImagineYourNewHomeHere

$33,500

Wonderful lot in Fox RunSubdivision, close to I-88,Soil borings done in 2010,relaxing views of the country.Call Eric at 815-973-6768 orgo to Birdrealtysells.com

AFFORDABLERiverProperty

$49,000

Clean 1 bedroom home o$ering river frontage, large lot,!replace, attached garage and much more. Great retirementhome or weekend retreat. Call Eric today 815-973-6768 or goto birdrealtysells.com

811HighlandAve,Dixon

$74,500

3 BEDROOMS ! 2 BATHSGreat price and location on this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with2 car garage. Home o$ers wood %oors, large master suite, andmuch more. Call Eric 815-973-6768 or go to birdrealtysells.com

AmboyMobileHome

$18,900

Enjoy this clean 1993 2 bedroom, 2 bath in Amboy. O$eringnewer paint and carpet, appliances, storage shed and much more.Motivated sellers!! Call Eric at 815-973-6768 for details. Quickclosing possible!!

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$84,900

Excellent opportunity to own a move-inready 4 bedroom home featuring a largeliving room, hardwood %oors, updatedkitchen and bath, 2-3 car garage, and muchmore. Call Eric for details 815-973-6768 orgo to Birdrealtysells.com

4 Bedrooms, Great LocationSterling

Rock Falls

Amboy

www.CrawfordRealtyOnline.com815-285-3444, 124 E. Boyd Street, Dixon

LLC

3505 15TH AVENUE, STERLINGExceptionally maintained home! Sun room withvaulted wood ceiling, full finished basement, 2

car garage, fenced backyard, 2 decks

$189,500MLS#122180

106 N. HANNAH AVE MOUNT MORRISLooking for a ranch home?

Look no further! This three bedroom, one bathhome has newer windows and flooring.

$51,900MLS#122372

118 E. MCKENNEY ST, DIXONA lovely & charming home in great NE loca-tion! You’ll appreciate the many possibilities

this home has to offer.

$110,000MLS#122384

8193 S. MAIN ST, GRAND DETOURTwo story home! Family room, formal dining

& much more!

$185,000MLS#119483 $79,000MLS#122330

945 N. BRINTON AVE, DIXON3 bedroom ranch, full basement, newer roof,

extra deep lot!

1128 N. JEFFERSON AVE, DIXON2 story, hardwood floors, formal dining, family

room, MUST SEE!

$134,900MLS#121580

$94,500MLS#122187

927 N. DEMENT AVE., DIXONCute, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, Call Today!

$101,000MLS#122131

833 N. OTTAWA AVE, DIXON3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large kitchen,

fully fenced yard with patio

$135,900MLS#120452

21945 PILGRIM RD, CHADWICK4 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, 8.06 acres

$47,500MLS#122252

404 W. WALL STREET, MORRISONLarge 4-5 bedroom, natual woodwork,

fireplace, updated kitchen

$110,000MLS#122353

15 W. MAIN STREET, AMBOY2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 2 car garage,privacy fenced backyard. Completely

remodeled in the last six years.

$45,000MLS#122352

204 W. WHITE OAK RD., FORRESTON2 story home on corner lot. 3 bedroom, large

living room & kitchen, finished porch areaperfect for office.

$40,000MLS#122132

1002 W. 4TH, STERLINGGreat investment property!6 unit apartment building,

207 E SOUTH ST, FRANKLIN GROVE3 bedroom, 2 bath, fenced lot, Fannie Mae

Homepath Property

$33,900MLS#121724

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860 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, DIXONRiver property! Ranch home, finished walk-outbasement, 3-season porch to enjoy river views!

$219,900MLS#121130

602 S. OTTAWA AVENUE, DIXON1 story, 2 bedroom, large corner lot,

lots of potential!

$42,000MLS#121751$129,900MLS#122059

701 E. GRAHAM STREET, DIXON2 bedroom brick, nice sized lot, large living

room, lower level family room

$119,000MLS#122055

819 E. MCKENNEY ST, DIXON3 bedroom, large fenced yard, screen porch,

hardwood floors, family room

$54,900MLS#121224

610 SPRUCE STREET, DIXON4 bedrooms, newer flooring, updated

bathroom, call today!

1725 RIVERVIEW DRIVE, DIXON3 bedroom ranch, rural river

subdivision, remodeled kitchen & bath,heated attached garage.

$109,900MLS#120224

1207-1209 4TH AVE, DIXONGreat location for small business, large home,

over an acre, zoned B2

$185,000MLS#121628

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How to inspect for roof damage

Many homeowners do not think twice about their roofs. But when leaks develop, roof repairs and the subsequent costs of such work shed light on how important it is for homeowners to pay closer attention to the roofs over their heads.

Though certain roof issues, like shingles lost to inclement weather, a r e u n f o r e s e e a b l e , many problems can be avoided with routine roof inspection. Checking roof conditions twice a year can help homeowners avoid potentially costly repair work or even more expensive roof replacement projects.

Spring is a good time to inspect roofs, which are often at the mercy of harsh conditions throughout the winter. Heavy snow, ice and biting winds can do significant damage, making spring the perfect time to assess if any such damage occurred and address any issues.

* Start the inspection in the interior of the home. Before breaking out the ladder and climbing up to the roof, inspect the home’s in ter ior, p inpoint ing potential problems that

may indicate roof damage. Check for stains on the ceiling which may indicate leaks that need to be addressed. Homeowners with attics should enter their attics and look for signs of water damage, making note of any damp or wet insulation. This will let you know if water has been entering the attic all winter. Pay attention to the location of any wet spots or stains so you can match them up to the exterior of the roof later on. Musty smells also may be indicative of moisture problems, even if there are no visible leaks.

* Inspect the roof outside. Grab a set of binoculars and inspect the exterior of the roof. Look at the roof flashing, including around the chimney and other areas of protruding pipes and vents. If the flashing is warped or damaged, moisture might be settling underneath. Sealant around dormers or skylights can also degrade, resulting in leaks. Check for spalling on masonry, such as the mortar of chimneys. Porous areas will allow water to infiltrate.

* Go directly on the roof and check. Work with a partner and carefully climb on the roof while someone holds the ladder below. Walk on the perimeter of the roof,

looking for peeling or warped shingles, missing shingles, holes, or scrapes. If the roof is compromised in any way, it will need to be repaired. The problem will only grow more significant and repairs more expensive if damage is ignored. Sometimes a repair can be as simple as patching a leak with a new shingle and roofing cement. Popped nails can be pounded down and any curled shingles can be nailed or cemented back into place.

* Consult a roofing expert. If you are unsure if your roof has made it through the winter unscathed and would like a second opinion or if you find there is considerable damage, contact a roofing contractor. This person will offer a professional assessment of what can be repaired or if the roof should be replaced. If your roof is metal or features clay tiles, you may not have the expertise to make repairs yourself and will

need to hire a professional.

* Check the gutters, too. While you are up on the roof, inspect the gutters and downspouts as well. Cracked or damage gutters will cause water to leak down the side of the home,

potentially damaging the foundation. Clear any debris or leftover leaves from the gutters to ensure the rain can wash through unobstructed.

A pos t -win te r roof inspection can protect

homeowners and their families from the elements and reduce the likelihood of potentially costly repairs down the road.

EQUAL HOUSINGOPPORTUNITY

DebbieFlannery815-973-0533

EdwardoCastillo815-718-0631

Se Hablo Español

DawnNielsen815-441-3515

WesAnderson815-499-5146

JerryRatajczak815-590-2077

MerditaHeald

815-718-2272

DaveDeVries

Managing Broker815-441-1446

R E A L T Y815-380-25001201 1st Avenue, Rock Fallswww.MyXtremeRealty.com

“Tired of Renting?”Then this 4 bedroom spacious home may befor you. On a nice corner lot in Tampico with

2 car garage. Call today!Wes Anderson 499-5146

Only $40,000 MLS#122086

1000 Square Foot RentalOn 1st Ave, Rock Falls with a drive through win-dow, built in counter, and is move in ready. Agent

OwnedSuperDaveHomes.com

815-441-1446Only $595 MLS#122139

Out of Town GemWhat a house!! This home is located just minutes from town in aquaint residential area. Features aneat in kitchenwith sliding glassdoors that lead to a patio and a large fenced yard. Full basementcurrently doublingasadditional family room.Manyupdates includesiding, flooring,wellpumpandsomeelectrical.Move-in ready.

Ed Castillo 815-718-0631$106,900 MLS#120889

$89,900 MLS#121900

Priced To Sell! Super Deal!with loads of character! Spacious interior and super updates!fenced in backyard withmulti-level deck with river views. 3 car

garage with alley access. Make this yours today!MerditaServesYou.net

815-718-2272

$22,500 MLS#122387

“Town Office Building”Zoned B-2 business, this all brick and block building with wheelchair access would

make a great resturant, cafe’, office building, etc. Nice full basement and all inmove in condition. Call today for details.

Wes Anderson 499-5146

Great Family Home

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815-973-0533$77,500garage. What a price!

Jerry Ratajczak 815-590-2077$88,500 MLS#122129

Retirement Place

$18,000 MLS#122218

HOME WARRANTYRelax it’s.....DebbieFlannery.com

815-973-0533

Nice Mobile Home

$145,300

20670 White Oaks Dr., MorrisonJohn Martin kitchen, Andersen windows and

SuperDaveHomes.com815-441-1446

garage.SuperDaveHomes.com 815-441-1446

$124,900 MLS#120671

6 Bedroom Farmette

NEWLISTING

$68,500 MLS#121090

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Groundhogs

Groundhogs are one of 14 species of marmots and are the largest members of the squirrel family. They frequent the areas where woodlands meet open spaces, like streams, roads or fields. Groundhogs feed on grass, plants, fruit and tree bark. They also will feast on home gardens during the summer and fall seasons. Groundhogs are most active during the warm months, when they forage and feast to build up large reserves for winter hibernation.

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Moles

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Tis the season for making changes in and around the home. The arrival of warmer weather renews homeowners’ vigor for various home improvement projects, and many have grand plans for interior and exterior renovations as they prep their living spaces for comfort, beauty and entertaining opportunities. While there are many worthy projects to pursue, adding outdoor lighting to a home can help increase its value and make the home safer and more attractive in the evening hours.

According to the American Lighting Association, with a few updates to outside lighting, families can make even better use of their homes at night. Adding outdoor lighting is easier and less expensive than many homeowners may know, allowing them to transform an existing patio, deck or pool area into an enjoyable nighttime retreat. Pool parties, dinners on the patio or barbecues with neighbors become even more memorable when outdoor lighting is added or improved. But homeowners who want to install or upgrade their outdoor lighting should consider the following tips, courtesy of ALA.

* Improve navigation. Lighting is typically layered into a room or outdoor space in three ways: overhead, task and ambient. Even outdoors, where there are no typical boundaries and borders, those three layers are necessary. Outdoor overhead lighting should improve visibility on steps, paths and walking surfaces, especially where there’s a bend or an intersection. Task lighting can be used around cooking or gardening areas. Ambient light will cast a comforting glow around any outdoor space.

* Enhance security. To improve visibili ty and security, combine a motion detector with a sconce to illuminate dark corners or

entryways. Be sure to aim lights away from the door to improve visibility. Lanterns on either side of the door can give a home a warm, welcoming appearance and improve the safety of entryways.

* Create outdoor rooms. Outdoor lighting at the borders of a space is a great way to create barriers, both vertically and horizontally. Lights in a tree create something akin to a chandelier hung in the middle of the sky, and even accent lights in the general area of the edge of a patio, deck or porch will shine across the space and provide enough of a comfort level for people to understand where things are.

* Reduce glare. Outdoor lighting that casts a glare can be blinding, as can light that’s too bright. Lighting along paths should be cast downward, with fixtures that are hooded. A variety of lighting options will create layers, allowing you to add or subtract as necessary. Exterior-safe dimmers also can provide flexible control over the level of light, as can movable fixtures added to a patio or porch.

* Add decorative elements. Just as arbors, pergolas, patios and other outdoor elements help to enhance the style of an outdoor space, so, too, can lighting contribute to a well-designed landscape. Lighting should play up decorative features of a yard and add the ambience that homeowners desire. Step lights make passage safe while also highlighting molding or trim details. An outdoor chandelier can make for a wonderful accent during dinnertime on the deck or under a pergola. Patio lights provide atmosphere as well as illumination for cooking outside.

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Sealing a driveway can extend its life

Installing an asphalt or a concrete driveway can be an expensive undertaking. To preserve the fresh, new look of the driveway, have the driveway sealed and then routinely seal it to keep it looking pristine.

A good sealant can keep a driveway looking new longer and also can rejuvenate the appearance of an older driveway. Sealant can be compared to car wax. It provides an outer coating that will repel stains, stop UV rays from fading the driveway and help to protect against cracks

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Another reason to seal a driveway is to reduce the chance of freeze-thaw damage. This type of damage results when water penetrates the surface of the driveway and then expands as it freezes. The expansion can cause cracks and fissures, as well as compromise the soil underneath the driveway, making it sink or become unstable. Sealed driveways help to keep water beading on the surface of the driveway, rather than being absorbed into the driveway material. When water no longer beads on the driveway, this is often an indicator that the driveway needs to be resealed.

There are some guidelines to follow when sealing driveways. When starting, sealant should not be applied immediately af ter the driveway is poured. Concrete needs to cure for a period of up to one month before sealant should be applied. Fresh asphalt contains oils that eventually evaporate. The oils are what makes fresh asphalt pliable and soft. Once these oils evaporate, the asphalt gets harder and more durable. Sealers can prevent evaporation and may make the asphalt permanently soft.

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3+ Bedroom - kitchen and dining open to living room, full basement walkout, additional bedroom or of-fice, lots of natural light + 24x32 pole building + 2 car garage.

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Located next to elementary school and playground - 3 bedroom - 2 car garage - many updates including new roof.

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