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Real Estate Weeklywww.saukvalley.com
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Now With 2 Locations!110 E. Lynn Blvd.,Sterling, IL 61081
1319 N. Galena Ave.Dixon, IL 61021
Outstanding Agents - Outstanding Results
John RosengrenBroker/Owner815-631-8550
Tim McCaslinManaging Broker
815-716-7653
Jim CesarekBroker/Owner815-716-0976
ELEGANT BRICK RANCH!Beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bath home. Newroof, spacious master bedroom with hot-tub, and marble fireplace in the living room.Large kitchen, main floor laundry, andmore! ONE OF A KIND!
#121846
RURAL STERLING RANCHVery nice 4 bedroom ranch style homewith many updates. Rural setting, fencedyard, and 40x40 heated shop. Stainlessappliances, main floor laundry, and lots ofnew features.Call Keith for a showing!
#121915
FARMETTE NEAR POLOLarge 2 story farm house with 4 or morebedrooms and lots of space. Includes 4.75acres of land, 3 out buildings, apple or-chard, and more.
Call Keith for a showing!
#114730
Keith Zoeller815-622-1598
zoellerag.comGREAT LOCATION!
Features include 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths,main floor family room and laundry, andwoodburning fireplace. Spacious and veryprivate lot, large deck, and out buildingwith electric and overhead door.A TRULY OUTSTANDING HOME!
SPACIOUS RANCHTwo bedroom home offering huge living
room with fireplace and cathedral ceiling,family room, main floor laundry, and 1.5
baths. QUICK POSSESSION!
#121532
#121251
COMMERCIAL LOTS!Two separate parcels with four lotseach. LOCATED IN TIF DISTRICT ANDENTERPRISE ZONE. EACH PARCELHAS 200 FEET OF ROAD FRONT-AGE!
#121334/35
CLASSIC APPEALThis four bedroom home features a stoneexterior and tile roof. Completely newkitchen, formal dining room, large livingroom with a fireplace and a sunroom. New-er boiler, and lots of updates. The kitchenfeatures a granite breakfast bar, customcabinets, stainless steel appliances andwood floors. Full basement has a workshopand pantry. Two car attached garage.
#120981
BRICK CAPE CODNice 3 bedroom 1 1/2 story brick homethat is close to the schools and is wellmaintained. Full basement, large bedroomupstairs plus two car garage with alleyaccess.
Call Keith for a showing!
#120532
Edson [email protected]
See My Visual ToursOnline!
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 a two cargarage that is heated and cooled. Neardowntown Sterling. Call Ed for a privateshowing.
#119270
EDGE OF TOWN RANCH3 bedrooms on 3 acres
#122271
JUST ADD FURNITURECute. 3 bedroom has newer roof, flooring
and paint inside and out...Call Gary for more information
#121404
ROOMY DUPLEX3 bedroom duplex with laundry room,24x14 screened in porch and one garagestall. Upstairs you’ll find a spacious bed-room with updated bathroom flooring.Other enhancements are newer water lineto street, roof in 2005, water softener in2000, recent paint and more.
ECONOMICAL BUNGALOW!Move-in ready 2-bedroom bungalow of-fers replacement windows, 80% efficientfurnace, laundry hook-ups and low main-tenance exterior! Single car garage andconvienient location near Village Park andriver.
#121779 #121938
(815) 625-3722www.SaukValleyRealEstate.com
PriceReduced
Tim McCaslin & Jim Cesarek
#115017
CUSTOME DESIGN & DETAILThis spectacular home features five bedrooms. Open main level features an elegant diningroom, kitchen with marble tiled floors and granite countertops, a family room with granitetopped cherry bar, game room, workshop, and storage area. Additional land available.
May Christmas Joy FillYour Home...
www.DebProctor.com
Deb Proctor
1710 18th Avenue
Neat 3 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath updated home on Sterling’sNE side. Eat-in kitchen has breakfast bar with glassfront cabinets. Has a game room in basement. Masterbedroom 13x18. Large fenced-in yard, 2-car garagewith attached 14x20 workshop or hobby area. Low
#122136 $95,000Jerry Ratajczak
815-590-2077www.JerryRHomes.com R E A L T Y
815-380-25001201 1st Avenue, Rock Fallswww.MyXtremeRealty.com
Matt HermesManagingBroker
BillGorski
815-285-0123
BillDempsey
815-288-4901
NancyFritts
815-440-3369
DianeRoop
815-440-1915
DianeSchnake
815-440-4817
PattGjonola
815-973-7997
AnneHermes
815-440-7370
310 S Jefferson,AmboyFully rented 3 unit property.Great income producer,priced to sell! $68,000
Call Bill Dempsey: 631-4295
310 Poplar St, DixonGreat investment! Very nicetriplex in convenient location.
2 units currently rented. $94,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
203 N. 7th St, Oregon3 bedroom 1 bath home with
Many updates! $89,650Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997
FEATURE LISTINGS!4216 N Timber Ln, Grand DetourPrivate riverfront property! 4 bedroom
$399,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
315 Crawford Ave, Dixon
home. Tastefully updated, greatlocation Move in ready! $244,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
745 Harriet St, DixonCute 2 bedroom starter or retire-ment with many updates and
quiet, private location. $69,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
522 S Hennepin Ave, Dixon4 bedroom 2 bath in centrallocation. Detached 2.5 car
garage. Sold “as-is” $54,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
215 N Mason,AmboyVery well cared for 1 owner ranch!
& 2 car detached garage. $82,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
1105 Eastern Ave, DixonNewer, move in ready 3 bedroom
ranch in quiet neighborhoodwith spacious yard. $129,000Call Diane Roop: 440-1915
512 Division St, Dixon
Move-in ready, & totallyremodeled- must see! $119,900Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
506WWilson St, PoloSpacious 3 bedroom 2.5 bath
ranch with 2 car attached garage& outbuilding. $159,000
Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648
310 Cedar St, DixonBeautiful 3 bedroom ranch, updated
22x22 heated shop $99,900Call Bill Dempsey: 631-4295
892 Cedar Ct, Dixon
& above ground pool. $319,500Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648
505 N Division, PoloStately 4 bedroom 2 bath home.
stained glass. $74,500Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997
304 N East Ave,AmboyGreat 2 bedroom 1 bath ranch2 car attached garage on aLarge corner lot. $89,500
Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
1405W 1st St, DixonNice investment! 2 story
duplex, 1 bedroom 1 bath each,separate utilizes. $47,500
Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
2111 Grand Detour Rd, DixonGorgeous, private 5 acre propertywith updated home, 2 outbuildings.Convenient location! $239,900Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648
1939 Ole Hickory Rd,AmboyImpeccable 4 bedroom 3.5 bath
Shades O’Green Sub. $349,500Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648
516 N Jefferson Ave, Dixon2 story 3 bedroom home with main
2.5 car garage in NE Dixon $105,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
607 S DIXON AVENUE,DIXON
Surprisingly spacious 3 bedroom1 bath ranch with 2 car detached
garage, sold “as is”$74,000
CALLANNE HERMES: 440-7370
603 E CHAMBERLIN STREET,DIXON
Large duplex or single family
corner lot in NE Dixon$74,900
CALL DIANE SCHNAKE: 440-4817
10602W Birdie Ct, PoloCustom built 2-3 bed, 2.5 bathRanch on beautiful! acre near
Edgewood Golf Course. $169,900Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997
306 N Jefferson Ave, DixonUnique & stately riverfront home!
$495,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369
815-626-1771 or 815-632-9917
Chris KingManaging Broker/Owner
110 Dixon Ave., Rock Fallswww.unitedcountry.comalley RealtySauk Valley RealtySauk V
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Large HomeWith PotentialThis home has 2139 square feet of livingspace. There are 3 porches and the second
and a 1 car garage. $39,900 #122185
Absolutely move in condition!
a bedroom. There is a shop attached todetached garage. $94,900 #121537
Priced belowAssessed ValueThis is a large 4 bedroom home with 2
$124,500 #121445
Renting? Stop being foolish and...
$64,900 #122004
Watch the Eagles Fly Over YourBackyard!
$76,900 #122100
$139,000 #120141
Such a Comfortable Ranch!
bath in lower level. Oversized 2 car
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Storing your rain barrel for the winter
Rain barrels are popular methods of gathering rain water, which can then be used in various ways. Rain barrels are typically attached to a home’s gutters and downspouts to collect water as it flows off of the roof. The collected water can be used for gardening, washing cars and watering the lawn. Some water collection systems can be used for drinking water, but such products require special ized fi l t rat ion and sanitizing systems. While rain barrels can be effective in various climates, to prevent damage, water barrels may need to be stored in regions where freezing temperatures are common in the wintertime. When storing your rain barrel for the winter, consider the following tips.
* It is best to disconnect the downspout from the rain barrel and reattach the gutter extension to funnel water away from the foundation of the house.
* Make sure the rain barrel is empty. Frozen water expands as it forms into ice, and it can crack the rain barrel.
* Flip the rain barrel over so that it will not collect any rain or snow and store it in an out-of-the-way area outside. If you have enough room, you may want to store the barrel indoors in a garage, basement or storage shed.
* Take in any hoses so they do not freeze and crack from the cold weather.
Common concrete problems avoided with proper installation
Concrete is a popular structural material among homeowners. One of the more affordable options for patios and other structures, concrete also can be durable and a t t rac t ive . However, because no material is impervious to damage, concrete will need to be maintained, and certain problems can arise when concrete is not properly installed.
Though an excellent material, concrete is not perfect. Even under ideal conditions, concrete can crack and breakage can occur. Here are some of the common complaints regarding concrete.
* Scaling and spalling: Scaling and spalling is the crumbling effect of concrete. Very often this occurs from changes in climate, particularly freezing and thawing that causes structures to expand and contract. In areas where freezing and thawing conditions exist, masons should not overwork the concrete in an effort to keep an abundance of air in the mixture. Entrapped air will help buffer the freeze/thaw conditions. Use of chemical fertilizers in and around concrete can also lead to scaling. Chemicals can break down the surface of the concrete. This is a particular problem when using rock salt and de-icing products during the winter. Over time, something as simple as table salt can etch concrete or cause spalling. The National Research C o u n c i l ’s S t r a t e g i c H i g h w a y R e s e a r c h Program has found that
magnesium chloride salt blends produce the least amount of damage on concrete surfaces.
* Discoloration: Concrete should have a uniform color if the same mix is used. But discoloration can occur if water is added at the job site, the concrete is of varying thickness or if the material does not cure uniformly. Color issues can also occur if hard troweling is used on the exterior concrete.
* Crazing: This is a phenomenon when the concrete shows several LQWHUFRQQHFWHG�¿QH�FUDFNV��Cracks will appear when the concrete is damp. Usually this occurs when cement paste comes up to the surface and then shrinks. To avoid this,
masons should be careful QRW�WR�¿QLVK�FRQFUHWH�XQWLO�all water has evaporated and not sprinkle water onto the concrete while ¿QLVKLQJ�LW��8VLQJ�D�EURRP�¿QLVK�DOVR�FDQ�KHOS�
* Cracking: It can be disheartening to have a pristine concrete surface only to see cracks begin to form. Sometimes even with the best application, concrete can crack from subgrade settlement or shrinkage during drying and curing times. Utilizing ÀH[LEOH�FRQFUHWH� MRLQWV� WR�help with the expansion and contraction of the concrete can help. Also, including a low-shrinkage aggregate in the mix may alleviate major cracks.
* Staining: Staining does not result from concrete
installation or finishing. Staining occurs after the fact, when liquids or other materials discolor the concrete. This can happen when fluids from a car in a driveway stain the concrete. Leaves and plant matter left on the surface of the concrete may also cause staining. The best way to alleviate stains is to prevent them in the ¿UVW�SODFH��$OZD\V�VZHHS�or blow away debris. Maintain vehicles so they
don’t leak fluid. Power washers can remove some stains, but it’s still best to prevent them in the first place.
Problems can arise when building with concrete, but finding an installer who understands the nature of concrete can reduce the risk of those problems presenting themselves.
Judy Powell815-716-7450
Jenni Dace815-716-7675
Ed Hook815-499-4848
Patty Martinez815-499-0721
Beth Leonard815-564-8203
www.judypowellrealty.comView ALL area listings on our website
NEW PRICE!!!
RIVER- RIVER!!!1 1/2 story homewith breathtaking views.3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, hardwoodfloors and natural woodwork. Main floorfamily room overlooking the Rock River.Basement and 2 car attached garage.
$199,900MLS#122121
Nelson- Well maintained ranch withthroughout. Large kitchen with slidingdoor to the deck. Freshly painted interior.Large breezeway with laundry. All newwindows and 2 front decks.MLS#121025 $52,900
If you are looking for a large completelyupdated, open style ranch home, thisis the one!! This 4 bedroom home has
huge four seasonsun roomon thebackofthehouse. Also,featuresapproximate
$249,900MLS#121459
Old charm meets updated modernconveniences. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths.Formal foyer, diningand living room.Naturalwoodwork, pocket doors and hardwood
many cabinets, pantry and appliances. Fullbasement and garage. Prophetstown.
$69,900MLS#121795
Kilgour Park - Nice corner lot with fencedbackyard and patio. Move-in condition.and crown molding throughout. Largefull bath with jetted tub. Woodburningclosets and storage. Full basement withextra 1/2 bath.
$119,900MLS#121624
oak kitchen with tons of cabinets. Main--
ment. Adorable front screened porch.Fenced backyard and 1 car garage.
MLS#121535 $76,000
Large three bedroom, two bath home with three car garage.New maple kitchen opens to the formal dining room withsliding doors. Clean and ready to go.
$69,900MLS#121922
$91,500
Personality Plus…..Charming familyhome, close to schools. Combination
-consists of 4th bedroom, family roomand skylights. Large eat-in kitchen andlots of storage throughout. Maintancefree exterior and secluded backyard.
MLS#121493
Updated ranch offersall new carpeting. NewHickory kitchen with
laundry with new washer& dryer. New roof andsiding. Living room has
access door to the patioand fenced backyard.
$84,900MLS#122235
Well kept 2 bedroom with re-
and oak cabinets. New roof in2008. Basement and all the ap-pliances stay. Move-in condition.
$69,900MLS#122256
Country Cape Cod on 2.42 Acres. 3bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths with hardwood
-nets and the appliances stay. Newerroof and replacement windows. Fullbasement. Located on a hard road.
$72,900MLS#121550
$81,900
Northeast Sterling 3bedroom home. Readyfor you to move in. 1-1/2baths, newer kitchenwith appliances. Newercarpeting. Finished lowerlevel with family room.Fenced backyard and 1car attached garage.
MLS#121610
Beautiful corner lot. Totally remodeledin the last 3 years. New custom maplekitchen offers Corian countertops,stainless steel appliances and Hickoryincluding Jacuzzi tub. Open living and
laundry and exposed stairway to the2nd level. Finished basement and 2car attached garage.MLS#121342 $179,900
SOLD SOLD
One owner home located on.64 acre corner lot on the edgeof town with fenced yard. 3bedrooms, newer windows andsliding doors to the patio. 2 cargarage and basement.MLS#122137 $49,900
5 ACRES OF COMMERCIAL PROPERTY-
$375,000MLS#117123
JUDY POWELLREALTY WISHESEVERYONE A...
$147,900
Gorgeous 4 bedrooms,2-1/2 bath home on 1.5acres. Beautiful woodwork,six panel doors and freshlypainted. New carpet, updatedkitchen with breakfast bar.
bath boasting clawfoot tub/double sinks. Newer roof,
and gutters. Amust to see!
MLS#122277
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GOOD NEWS For Seniors!
Cook ahead of the holidays to save time
Hol iday hos t s and
hostesses may want to put
a storage freezer on their
wish list this year. Having
the ability to prepare
meals in advance and store
them easily for later use
could prove invaluable --
especially for those who
are opening their homes
for the holidays.
Food and celebrations
a r e u n e q u i v o c a l l y
i n t e r t w i n e d . W h i l e
presents and decorations
may be important parts of
holiday festivities, food
is just as important for
hosts who want to throw
a successful holiday party.
Those who are welcoming
guests to their homes
for the holidays may fret
over what to serve and
how long preparation
will take, especially when
they’re busy with other
tasks. However, stretching
out food shopping,
preparation and cooking
over a few weeks can
make the process much
more manageable.
A freezer can be a party
host’s best friend come
the holiday season. Many
foods can be prepared in
advance and then frozen
until the celebration. Also,
having small portions of
pre-made foods can be
helpful when visitors pop
in unexpectedly and may
be hungry for a meal. Just
take something out of the
freezer and heat it.
Certain tips can ensure
foods made in advance are
stored properly and heat
up quickly.
* Casseroles, baked pasta
dishes and vegetables can
be prepared in advance
and frozen. Be sure to
consult with any recipes
to see if items can indeed
be frozen if you are unsure
how they will fare in the
freezer.
* Instead of preparing food
and storing it in one large
container, separate it into
two smaller containers so
dishes defrost quickly and
dinner time isn’t delayed.
* U s e p a c k a g i n g
specifically designed for
use in the freezer. These
products will offer extra
insulation against freezer
burn, which dehydrates
food. Keeping air out of
the packaging will help to
alleviate cases of freezer
burn and potential waste
of good food.
* Mark packages with
the date the foods were
packaged as well as what
is inside. This makes it
easy to keep inventory of
what is in the freezer.
* Defrost foods in the
refrigerator the night
before the holiday meal
will be served. Heating
foods that aren’t still
frozen considerably cuts
down on cook times.
* If food cannot be
defrosted before cooking,
keep in mind that you
may have to cook foods
longer than normal.
* Many desserts also
can be frozen. Freeze
pies before they are
cooked. Cakes can be
frozen if you freeze the
layers separately. Then
assemble and frost the
cakes before serving.
Cream pies cannot be
frozen, but you can use
pudding in place of
cream in many recipes
and be able to freeze
them. Brownies and
other “bar” recipes will
freeze and carry well.
* If you don’t want to
have everything prepped
in advance and enjoy the
taste of a freshly cooked
meal, consider preparing
side dishes in advance
and then leave the roast
or turkey to cook. Any
steps you can take ahead
of time will dramatically
cut out the time you have
to spend in the kitchen
while guests are around.
* Don’t feel shy about
cutting corners when
poss ib le . I f you’re
cooking the entire meal,
invest in pre-made frozen
appetizers to save time.
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Diane EisenbergBroker [email protected]
ECCLE/LEE CENTER/SHAW ROAD - AMBOY - Lot to build your dream home on! There is gas to the property. $10,000175 RAILWAY ROAD - DIXON - 4.03 acres. Natural gas & electric available at road w/ driveway entrance. $44,000N CREEKVIEW DRIVE - AMBOY - Two large lots located in Martin - Wilson Subdivision. In flood plain. $19,900
703 Country Lane2005 spotless home, move-in ready,on a double lot in a quiet cul-de-sac, heated garage, landscaping,Two bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, 4 ft.crawl space.Reduced Price - $129,900
Sublette
16 W Wasson Rd Lot #9Beautiful 2006 Fleetwood MobileHome 28X48 ready to move into. 3bedrooms, 2 baths, central air/heat,garden tub, fireplace.
Reduced Price - $47,900
Amboy
108 W 3rd StMotivated Seller! Affordable homeon a large corner lot, one cardetached garage, 4 bedrooms,ready to move into.
$39,900
Sublette
300 W SeymoreEdge of town. This home features 3bedrooms, 2 baths, many updates4 lots, 2.5 car attached garage.
$155,000
Sublette
1901 E 4th StThis use to be Steve’s Auto Sales & Qwik
Lube. High traffic area for your business.3 overhead doors, storage shed, 1500gal oil storage tank, alarm system, fence,bathroom, office area, lower area forworking on cars.
$195,000
Sterling
606 Van Buren2 bedrooms, many updates newroof, updated bathroom, plumbing,electrical, hardwood floors,sun room.Reduced Price - $59,900
Dixon
1707 Lincoln AvenueGreat location! 3 bedrooms,2 full baths with one on mainfloor and first floor bedroom.Detached garage. Must see!
$42,000
Mendota
16 W Wasson Rd Lot # 265Beautiful 3 bedroom mobile homewith 2 1/2 baths, open kitchen-dining-living room area, newer tinroof.
Reduced Price - $49,300
Amboy
16 W Wasson Rd Lot # 1311993 mobile home has all new car-pet and blinds, 2 big bedrooms, 2full baths, all appliances includingwasher and dryer.
Reduced Price - $19,500
Amboy
Dixon 1115 S Ottawa AvenueOne bedroom, wood floors,one car garage, 2nd floor couldbe finished off for a secondbedroom, full basement.Reduced Price - $42,000
1555 Sublette RdBeautiful 11.1 acres, 30 X 45 build-ing with electric, well on property,pond with fish and has a electricaerator, cash rent 7 acres Mol.
$194,500
Sublette
Compton 527 Cherry StreetDarling 3 bedroom home Woodflooring throughout the home.Updates: newer oak cabinets, win-dows, flooring, roof, high efficiencyfurnace/CA unit. A 34 X 26 heatedgarage.
$62,500
228 W. Park StreetGreat starter place or rentfor Investment.2 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen,shed and patio.
$30,500
Amboy
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Make household drafts a thing of the past
(MS) -- Outside is below freezing and the heater is working overtime, but throughout the house there are cold, drafty areas. Does this sound familiar?
Specialists in the field say that any cold or drafty areas within a home are typically caused by air leaks within the building envelope. Air leaks can make rooms uncomfortable and allow the air to escape, forcing heating equipment to work continually to compensate.
Whether building a new home or renovating, it may be worthwhile to consider a complete solution that makes household drafts a thing of the past. A modern insulation material, like that offered by innovators Icynene, can both insulate and air seal in one step.
Spray foam insulation seals the entire building envelope and provides a cost-saving option for homeowners looking to reduce energy waste and save on their monthly energy bills. Over the long-term, the savings quickly add up.
Modifications to the way you manage your home’s energy consumption leads to significant financial rewards and reassurance. Consulting a professional, such as an energy rater or inspector, will help make an educated assessment to the actual requirements within the home and where the value lies. More information can be found at www.icynene.com.
Get the facts about mold and your health
Mold can grow in many areas of a home. Though not always dangerous, mold can, in certain instances, cause serious illness.
Experts estimate that there are tens of thousands of different types of mold in the world. A type of fungi, molds are single-celled or multicellular organisms without chlorophyll that reproduce by spores and live by absorbing nutrients from organic matter. )XQJL�FDQ�EH�FODVVL¿HG�DV�molds, mushrooms, rusts, mildews and yeasts. Some of the common types of molds found indoors include cladosporium, alternaria, penicillium, and aspergillus.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that molds can be a health hazard to some people. Some individuals are more sensitive to molds than others, and may experience anything from a mild allergic reaction to severe symptoms, such as trouble breathing or other complications with their lungs.
Mold spores travel very easily through the air and can also travel on people and pets. Coming in contact with mold in one location and then traveling to another can cause spores that hitched a ride to dislodge in the new area. People who may have never had mold problems at home before FDQ�¿QG�WKDW�PROG�TXLFNO\�takes root if mold spores have been accidentally brought into a home.
In addition to moist areas, molds flourish in other conditions as well.
* Food source: Molds are not picky eaters and can feed on various materials, including wood, fabric, wallpaper, and drywall.
* Air: Although mold needs oxygen to grow, mold fares best in areas that are poorly ventilated.
* Warmth: Mold can grow in temperatures between 40 and 110 F. Therefore, unless it’s below freezing outdoors, there’s a good chance mold spores are thriving.
Mold’s versatility to live in a variety of areas and feed on just about anything make it a formidable foe. But there are natural ways to tackle it.
Mold thrives in moist conditions, so removing the source of moisture is the primary way to control mold growth. ,QYHVW�LQ�D�GHKXPLGL¿HU�LI�your home is plagued by moisture. Dehumidifiers are especially useful in basements and crawlspaces where moisture tends to be a problem.
It’s also good to avoid using bleach to address a mold problem. Although bleach is an excellent disinfectant, it is not always successful in killing mold spores. The most it may do is whiten areas where the mold is growing. Plus, bleach has its own strong aroma and can be noxious to breathe in at high doses.
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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
$299,900
WestBrooklyn
"is property features a newer 2story home with large rooms, full!nished basement, pole building,fenced pasture, over 7 acres of landand much more. Call Eric for details815-973-6768 or go to Birdrealtysells.com
Wonderful Horse Property
$109,900
Rock Falls
Strip this home down and build someequity a#er you put this 3 bedroom,2.5 bath home back together. "isopportunity o$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
Motivated Seller
$84,900
Sterling
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 Location
$99,900
Amboy
"is quality built 2-3 bedroomhome in Amboy o$ers a largeliving room, 2 car garage andmuch more. Call Eric for de-tails 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com
Amboy Gem
BeautifulSpace
$179,900
"is home is a must see! Gorgeous settingwith approximately 3 acres on the outskirtsof town."is 2,600 sq. #. 4-5 bedroom homeo$ers space & quality features. Includes a26x36 metal pole building with fenced area.Main %oor master bedroom & bath, plus 4bedrooms upstairs & master with bath. CallLaurie at 815-499-1587 for details.
Sterling
Nice Ranch Duplex
Call today on this nice NE Sterlinglocation duplex. Both units have 2bedrooms and 2 baths. North unit iscurrently rented on yr lease and southunit will be vacant upon closing. CallLaurie @ 815-499-1587 for details!$124,900
Sterling
1420 W. 20th Steet, Sterling
$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
$79,900
Rock Falls
Quality home in Rock Falls o$eringa bath on both levels, large fencedyard, newer paint and %ooring andmuch more. Great neighborhoodclose to everything Rock Falls has too$er. Call Eric@815-973-6768 or goto Birdrealtysells.com for deatils.
3 Bedroom 2 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
AffordableAmboyHome
$53,900
3 bedroom, 2 bath home that isVA, FHA, USDA ready. New paintand %ooring in 2013. Vinyl win-dows and siding, oak kitchen andmuch more. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to Birdrealtysells.comfor details.
Amboy
$156,900
"e price has been reduced on thisbeautiful updated home. 3 bedroom,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
1606 Calvary Ct., Sterling
$64,900
"is home o$ers a unique opportu-nity to purchase in a great locationfor an a$orable price. "is homefeatures 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths,large living room and much more.Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for more details.
Sterling
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!Call John Dorenbos @ 815-718-0956 or goto www.johndorenbos.com for details.
Sterling
Endless Possibilities
$49,900
"is block building o$ers 3overhead doors, concrete %oors,large lot, and much more. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.
Dixon
Budget Friendly Home
$49,900
Affordable living in this 2 bed-room, 1 bath home featuring a 2+car garage with alley access, newerpaint & flooring and a full base-ment. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 orgo to Birdrealtysells.com for details.
Sterling
$104,900
Dixon
"is large 3 bedroom, 2 full bathhome o$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.
ManyUpdates
Turn Key Opportunity
$235,000
Dixon
Newer storage facility o$eringup to 48 units located inDixon with over 2 acres ofland for possible expansion.Great income potential. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.
Immediate Possession!
$157,900
Rock Falls
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.
109 S.!omas Ave., Polo
$99,900
Polo
Raise your family and entertain yourfriends in this spacious 3 bedroom, 11/2 bath home. Large eat-in kitchen,separate dining room, 1st%oor laundry,heated 1 car garage, open stairway &more. Call Jo for details. 815-946-3999.
Reduced $4,900!
$115,000
3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car attachedgarage, privacy fence, large cor-ner lot, convenient location, newkitchen, mudroom and large fam-ily room. 124 Park Street, Dixon.Call Jo to view 815-946-3999
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3505 15TH AVENUE, STERLINGExceptionally maintained home! Sun room withvaulted wood ceiling, full finished basement, 2
car garage, fenced backyard, 2 decks
$195,500MLS#121767
MLS#116090
713 W. 1ST STREET, DIXON2 unit/could be single family, 2+ car garage
$54,500
428 N. 3RD STREET, ROCHELLEThree bedroom, some newer windows, front
porch, Fannie Mae Homepath Property
$26,900MLS#121810
718 E. CHAMBERLIN, DIXONLarge two story, living room with fireplace
& built ins, large kitchen
$109,900MLS#121696 $99,900MLS#122187
927 N. DEMENT AVE., DIXONCute, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, Call Today!
$52,500MLS#122252
404 W. WALL STREET, MORRISONLarge 4-5 bedroom, natual woodwork,
fireplace, updated kitchen
$55,000MLS#122130
321 S. DEPOT AVENUE, DUXON5 unit apartment, newer roof and many other
updates. Great investment property!
$50,000MLS#122132
1002 W. 4TH, STERLINGGreat investment property!6 unit apartment building,
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MLS#122215 $379,000
310 VAN BUREN, DIXONLots of character, hardwood floors,
sunroom, front porch
$55,000MLS#121614
504 JAMES STREET, MT. MORRISBeautiful backyard, spacious 3 bedroom, attached
2 car garage, Fannie Mae Homepath Property
$109,900MLS#121944
602 S. OTTAWA AVENUE, DIXON1 story, 2 bedroom, large corner lot,
lots of potential!
$42,000MLS#121751
209 W. BUFFALO STREET, POLO2 story home, finished attic, nice sized lot, 2
car garage
$69,900MLS#121783
416 E. THIRD STREET, DIXONNEW UPDATES GALORE! 3 bedroom,
1 bath, patio
$86,000MLS#121989 $110,000MLS#120458
118 E. MCKENNEY, DIXONOne or two family home, move-in condition!
Full basement.
$120,000MLS#121578
910 HEMLOCK, DIXONNice home, loads of storage space, 3
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$129,900MLS#122059
701 E. GRAHAM STREET, DIXON2 bedroom brick, nice sized lot, large living
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$89,900MLS#122075
1416 S. GALENA AVENUE, DIXON2 bedroom, close to shopping, hardwood
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$119,000MLS#122055
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hardwood floors, family room
$27,900MLS#122048
204 N. SEMINARY, MT. MORRIS3-4 bedroom, fenced yard, attached garage,
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$112,000MLS#121225
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Tips for unclogging drains
Clogged drains can be a nuisance. And if left untreated, that minor nuisance can turn into an expensive repair.
A number of different things can cause drains to clog. Food particles, hair, grease, soap residue, oil, and even a foreign object lodged in the drain can each cause a drain to clog. Before you have to call a plumber, there are steps to take that may get water flowing once more.
Bubbles GaloreBaking soda has many uses in the home. This versatile product can be used dislodge items in drains. It is better to try baking soda when clogs are minor and water drainage is sluggish rather than waiting for the clog to get so bad that water is impenetrable.
When baking soda and common household vinegar are mixed together, they form a new chemical called carbonic acid. This acid immediately begins to degrade into carbon dioxide gas, which produces foam and bubbles in the process. This bubbling action can upset the source of a clog in a pipe and dislodge particles that may be causing the water backup. Keep your face away from the drain as the smell of vinegar mixing with the baking soda may be unpleasant.
Baking soda also can be mixed with salt and boiling water to break down grease that may be clogging drains. Repeatedly washing this mixture down drains can gently scour pipes and keep water moving steadily.
Plunge aheadIf a clog is especially stubborn, you may need to use a plunger. A plunger works by forcing the energy you push on the plunger into the surrounding water, which then applies pressure against the clog. Repeatedly forcing water against a clog can move it along until it frees up the drain. Plunging can be messy, so wear old
clothes when plunging. Make sure the head of the plunger is filled with water; otherwise, your work will be for naught. You may want to keep a separate plunger handy for sink work so you are not transferring bacteria and waste from a toilet plunger into the sink, especially in the kitchen.
Pop and fizzColas are loaded with phosphoric acid, which is more acidic than lemon juice and is also corrosive. This acid will fizz in the drain and break through any greasy, stubborn residue. It’s even effective at d issolving ca lc ium deposits, which may be a byproduct of hard water.
Snake itSome clogs are more stubborn and require some extra elbow grease to fix. A pipe snake can push hair and other debris through the pipes until water can run free. They also can be used to pull the obstacle back up out of the drain. While there are snakes of various lengths, sometimes a small one that makes it just to the bend of the elbow trap can be sufficient. A snake is essentially a flexible piece of wire that is inserted in the pipe. It may have a coarse or wound end to ensnare a clog.
Call a plumberU n l e s s y o u f e e l confident taking pipes apart to check for and clear out clogs and then reassembling everything, you may need to call a plumber if the clog will not relent. It may be lower in the system than at house level, especially if there are clogs in multiple sinks or appliances in the home. Multiple clogged drains may be indicative of a more serious problem.
Many clogs can be alleviated with simple household items. Serious clogs may require the expertise of a plumber.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Michae l Musgrave Earns Certified Master Inspector® DesignationSterling, IL (Nov. 21, 2013) – ALLIN Home Inspections, Inc. is
pleased to announce that Michael Musgrave is now credentialed as a Certified Master Inspec tor (CMI)®, which is the inspection i n d u s t r y ’ s t o p professional designation.
The Master Inspector Certification Board has
awarded the Certified M a s t e r I n s p e c t o r (CMI)® to Mr. Musgrave f o r d e m o n s t r a t i n g the h ighes t l eve l of competency by completing 1,000 fee-paid inspections and/or hours of inspection-re la ted Cont inuing Education, for having
been in the inspection business for at least three years, for abiding by the industry’s toughest Code of Ethics and for agreeing to periodic background checks. Mr. Musgrave wishes to thank clients, Realtors and colleagues for their continued support and
referrals of ALLIN Home Inspections, Inc.
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Absolutely wonderful home. Oversized family room,eat-in kitchen with an additional dining room and largersize bedrooms. Covered patio. Back yard is fenced inand has a basketball court, treehouse, and alley access.Oversized 2-car garage is insulated with a fully functionalair conditioner andheater. Lots of newerupdates including
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Ed Castillo 815-718-0631$106,900 MLS#120889
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$75,000MLS#122134
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