4 steps to find your Keller home's perfect patio door

Do you feel like your house could use more natural light to brighten and warm your favorite spaces? Patio doors offer unobstructed views that flood your home with natural light and provide convenient access to the outside. Whether you’re replacing an old door or installing one for the first time, a new patio door can add light and comfort to any room. With a variety of styles available, follow these four simple steps to choosing the right patio door for your Keller home.

1. Think about your lifestyle and budget
Keep the people, places and things in your life in mind as you shop for a new door. Need to keep blinds and shades out of reach of children and/or pets? What’s the size of the room? What about the summer heat? Answers to these questions, as well as knowing your set budget, will help you narrow down your choices.

2. Select a style 
You’ll be able to choose from a variety of styles, including hinged, French and sliding doors. Some manufacturers offer an online design tool letting you play with different styles and finishes. Hinged and French wood patio doors add a classic, elegant look and work well in more spacious rooms where they don’t run the risk of bumping into any furniture or walls when open. You can choose from two doors that swing open from the middle, one movable with one fixed door or a single hinged door. Since they don’t swing open, sliding patio doors require less floor space. This allows you to place furniture nearby or brighten up the smaller rooms in your home.

3. Choose a material type 
It's important to consider the material type of your door based on your climate, the style of your home and your personal preference. Patio doors can come in three different material types:

* Wood creates a warm, natural look and can be stained or painted to complement most home styles and decor.

* Fiberglass is the most durable option and is well suited for extreme heat and cold climates while also providing the look of a painted wood door.

* Vinyl offers added energy efficiency, low-maintenance and affordable quality.

4. Select additional features and options
You can personalize your patio door with added features to create more style and function. Try out different stains and finishes, add stylish nickel hardware, or select a patio door with blinds, shades or grilles tucked between the panes of glass.

Investing in the perfect patio door can provide long term value for your Keller home while providing you with a great new  feature to enjoy immediately.

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1516 Chase Oaks Drive Keller, TX 76248

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Pride of ownership is apparent from the moment you enter this lovely 4-3.1-3 home in Willis Coves. Spacious kitchen features island, corian surfaces and coffee bar. Breakfast and family room overlook private back yard oasis with pool and spa, perfect for entertaining. Retreat to the master suite and relax in the garden tub. Large secondary bedrooms and gameroom offer a place for everyone. Green spaces, paths and Keller ISD complete this amazing package.

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 3.00

Square feet: 3,323

Price: $372,500

For more information about this property, please contact Diane M. Grove at 817-337-0000 or info@groveteam.com. You can also text 2762331 to 67299.

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MLS ID: 13145742

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112 Oakwood Court Lakeside, TX 76135

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Beauty and charm describe this lovely 5-5-2 home in a serene, country setting. Tastefully decorated throughout with updated kitchen featuring granite surfaces, stainless steel appliances and an abundance of storage. Breakfast and family room overlook spectacular private back yard. Retreat to the master suite and relax in the garden tub. Plenty of space to entertain your overnight guests with large secondary bedrooms, two with private baths and out of the way gameroom.

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 5.00

Square feet: 3,178

Price: $325,000

For more information about this property, please contact Diane M. Grove at 817-337-0000 or info@groveteam.com. You can also text 2755728 to 67299.

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MLS ID: 13144960

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3 ways to preserve air quality during your Keller home remodeling project

Are you beginning a remodeling project for your Keller home? Well, take a deep breath because your air could be affected in a major way. It can also be preventable if you take action. The best time to act is before you begin your remodeling project, especially if you are staying in your home during the process. It is your job to make sure your contractor has your family and overall indoor air quality (IAQ) top of mind before workers start invading your home and creating a dust storm.

This is a vital concern for homeowners, especially if someone in your home has breathing difficulties, such as asthma or another chronic medical condition. In the past, contractors used patchwork dust-control solutions that are ineffective at preventing hazardous dust from traveling throughout the home. Today, more contractors are remodeling smarter and cleaner by providing livable remodeling to their clients. Here are three ways to ensure that your contractor understands your need for excellent IAQ and protecting your livability within your home:

Learn about the dangers of dust
Remember the last time you kicked up a lot of dust? Your eyes itched. Your throat burned. You might have even felt dizzy and fatigued. Those are common signs of indoor air pollution. You need to understand exactly what your family and pets could be inhaling while a contractor builds your dream kitchen. An example of harmful substances that might be uncovered during your remodel:

* Materials such as drywall, cement and sawdust
* Dangerous substances such as silica, asbestos and lead
* Mold and mildew
* Dirt and debris of many sizes, including ones you can’t even see
* Organic matter like rodent feces and dead bugs

If you have IAQ problems before a remodeling project, they could be magnified by 10 times if a dust management plan is not in place. Also, remember that just because you can’t see it, doesn’t mean it isn’t there. Smaller dust particles are the most hazardous. They are lighter, stay in the air longer and travel farther than larger particles.

Make a livability plan
You need to be ready to ask your contractor some tough questions to make sure your family is safe throughout this long and hard process. Before you hire a contractor, make sure you relay the information you’ve learned about hazardous dust.

Create a checklist of discussion points for contractors that can be the basis for your livability plan. For example, what is the project timeline? What will be your temporary living arrangements if, for example, the contractor is working on the kitchen or bathroom? And, most importantly, what is the contractor’s plan to control potentially hazardous dust from invading the rest of your home?

Find a “clean” contractor
Top contractors across the nation are using new tools and work processes to minimize the dust. Your contractor should have you covered, if you pick the right one. One of the top new practices is to collect dust while it is still airborne, such as with the new BuildClean Dust Control System. Collecting particulates in this manner is the most effective way to capture and virtually eliminate all types of worksite dust – up to 90 percent of airborne dust, to be exact. The result? You can breathe easy.
 
Keller Homeowners don’t have to accept the dust and the dangerous living environment that it creates. Expect livable remodeling. You deserve it.

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5 ways to get buyers to see your open house as their Keller home

What makes a person or a family decide a home is the perfect for them? Is it all location, location, location? Is it mostly about price, schools or the neighborhood? Or is it something else; a feeling they get when they walk in the door, a detail they notice or a scent in the air.

If you’re selling your home, your location, neighborhood and school district are predetermined. Yet there is plenty you can do yourself to make sure your open house has that wow factor and captivates would-be buyers. Here are five tips to get you started so that next family will determine your home is the perfect Keller home.

Get clean. It sounds simple, but it’s amazing how many homeowners don’t clean their homes before an open house. This is one case where lived-in isn’t going to cut it. The kitchen and bathrooms should be spotless, cracked tiles should be repaired and any plumbing issues should be addressed. Expect that people will try the sinks and flush the toilets. If you don’t feel you can get your home ready on your own, hire a professional cleaning service to do the job for you. The money you spend on the cleaners will be well worth it when your house sells quickly.

Add a fresh sent to the air. Your home should be pleasing to the eye as well as pleasing to the nose. Realtors have recognized the benefits of great smells for years. You can keep your home smelling great throughout the showing – and without synthetic ingredients – by using pure essential oils..

Time for a makeover. If your home needs a more substantial makeover before it can sell, focus your energy and your money on the most important rooms in the home. Kitchens and master bedrooms sell homes, meaning that a granite countertop, new appliance or fresh coat of bedroom paint will give you a better chance to sell your home than other projects may allow.

Cut the clutter. Even the cleanest homes still feel messy if there’s lots of clutter. Before your open house, adopt a minimalist approach and keep your home as clutter-free as possible. Remember, you want buyers to see the beauty of your home, not simply the items you keep in it.

Start at the curb. Poor curb appeal can put buyers off to your home before they even step foot inside. Make sure your home’s outside is every bit as beautiful as the inside. Paint the exterior if you need to, plant flowers in the flower bed and mow the lawn. Buyers should never walk up to your front door already thinking it’s a fixer-upper.

An open house provides an excellent opportunity to showcase your home and help buyers fall in love with. And once they do, they’re sure to make your current home their future Keller home.

 

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5 outdoor projects for Keller homeowners

Now that warmer weather’s finally here, who doesn’t want to be outside? Lawn games, barbecues and lazy afternoons in the backyard – these warm days were made to enjoy. They also present a great opportunity for Keller homeowners to conquer some outdoor home improvements.

If you have an eye on improving your outdoor space this year, here are five projects to help you get the most out of those warm-weather days.

Walk right up. Whether you’re replacing an existing path or building a new one, adding a walkway is a great way to define your outdoor space. Stone pathways are a durable solution and offer a classic look, especially when you choose stones that complement your home’s appearance. Your stone path can lead from the driveway to the home or from the home to an outdoor entertaining area, whatever you prefer. Just remember to choose a dry area for the path, as stones become slippery when wet.

Reimagine your deck. If one of your annual outdoor projects involves repairing or re-staining your wood deck, consider replacing it instead. Consider traditional decking colors and styles in a durable composite material, meaning you can enjoy the same benefits of a wood deck with just a fraction of the upkeep. There are no costly repairs to be made and no repainting or restaining is required. Installation is easy so you can enjoy your deck in no time.

Start a fire. Building a fire pit in your backyard is a great way to create an intimate feeling at your get-togethers, allowing you to extend those events into the later hours. Larger fire pits can sit above ground and be encircled by bricks, or they can be dug into the ground and bordered by stones. You can also purchase metal fire pit kits or make an above-ground kit from stones for your patio.

A little or a lot of lattice. Looking to add a stylized accent to your outdoor space? Lattice delivers. Plastic lattice is a durable, sturdy option that won’t rot or spoil, and it doesn’t require yearly maintenance. Whether you use it as a decorative accessory or to provide a little outdoor privacy, you’ll see the benefits of these easy projects.

Find those perfect small additions for your yard. Small projects can give your yard that final, special touch. Hibiscus and Lantana are nectar-producing shrubs that will attract hummingbirds to your home. You can also highlight your outdoor space with solar lights for an effort-free luminescence you’ll enjoy each evening. Lastly, don’t forget decorative tips like painting your mailbox or planting low-maintenance plants like day lilies or hostas to provide a little unexpected color.

These warm-weather months are the time when you savor being outside, so make sure your outdoor space is up to the task. Any of these projects can have an immediate positive impact on your space and the overall makeup of your Keller home.

 

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1079 Misty Oak Lane Keller, TX 76248

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Bring your Buyers. This wonderful 4 bed, 3 bath, move-in ready home is located in established neighborhood of Oak Bend Estates situated in the heart of Keller. The spacious kitchen features island, tile floors, abundance of storage and butler's pantry. Kitchen and breakfast are open to large family room with fireplace. Retreat to the master suite with huge his and her closets, garden tub and separate shower. Enjoy backyard oasis offering gorgeous pool and Koi pond.

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 3.00

Square feet: 3,146

Price: $375,000

For more information about this property, please contact Diane M. Grove at 817-337-0000 or info@groveteam.com. You can also text 2726009 to 67299.

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MLS ID: 13136154

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