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4 | April 5, 2018 | 22nd century media home & garden 22ndCenturyMedia.com Has the home lost its curb appeal? A neighbor across the street has been trying to sell her home for nearly three years now. Inside, it is beautiful. Granite countertops, hardwood floors, multiple fireplaces, updated bathrooms with the latest fixtures — the list goes on. People who do the virtual tour or eventually see the home’s interior are duly impressed. And yet no reasonable offers. Why? Even though she is in the real estate business, she broke a cardinal rule: just like people, a home makes a first impression, and its exterior is what does this. That happens when others pull up a picture online or get a real-time look from one’s driveway. In her case, maybe the peeling paint on the siding or missing and curling shingles have something to do with it. Or perhaps it is the porch that looks more like a deck. Not to overlook the chimney that needs rebuilding, the 90-foot asphalt driveway with a half-dozen potholes or the missing overhead garage doors. And this list goes on, too. Let’s face it: Improving or maintaining the exterior of a home is not a priority for many of us. Its not ‘sexy’ or very bragworthy to mention the “beautiful” new roof one just got, especially when friends keep going on and on about their new bathrooms or kitchens. The choices of different exterior materials for the middle-class homeowner are much more limited, when compared to selections for inside projects. For many people, there is just not much fun in picking out siding — and certainly little exercising or flexing of one’s creative muscle. And then there may be a few other trials. Everyone has heard horror stories of the window salesman who would not leave. Some me even be the victim of one whose after shave/cologne lingered in the kitchen for days. Others may have had the experience of hearing these words from the foreman, “It’s no problem. I will fix.” Taking care of the outside of one’s home is more a need or a necessity than a want or desire. It is utilitarian to make sure gutters drain properly, the roof does not leak or your windows are not wasting heating dollars. And yet, there is a certain majesty in the simplicity of an exterior project well done. It can be felt when one pulls into the driveway that first week or two after its completion. Whether it is pride as a conscientious homeowner coming out or just the relief of having handled a longstanding problem, it is a good feeling. And those new to choosing a contractor or completing a project of this sort need not worry; they are in good hands. At Lindholm Roofing, it is a desire to give homeowners this feeling — to make that exterior remodeling or replacement project go right. The project coordinators that come to visit and assist are courteous and knowledgeable professionals with an average of nearly 20 years experience in exterior home improvement. The company has been in business and owned by the same family for nearly 70 years. Because of this longevity, its record of craftsmanship and attention to detail, as well as its steadfast agreement to honor warranties, it has earned the respect of many Village building departments, leading insurance companies and, most importantly, tens of thousands of homeowners. Lindholm would love to be the one to help with any of these projects and help a home make a good first impression. Submitted by Lindholm Roofing. For more information, visit www.lindholmroofing.com or call (888) 476-6337. 3 rd Generation Family Owned Roofing Company Residential and Commercial • Steep Slope Roofing • Gutters & Downspouts • Flat Roofing • Repairs • Windows & Siding • Masonry • Tuckpointing • Siding • Soffits • Fascia • Storm Damage • Hail Damage • Leak Detection 1949
22ndCenturyMedia.com home & garden 22nd century media | April 5, 2018 | 5 Jim Melka Landscaping gearing up for spring offerings, events Jim Melka Landscaping & Garden Center will be celebrating 30 years of service in the community this year, and its drive for quality work and professionalism has never wavered. Melka Landscaping & Garden Center offers a wide range of products and services, including a full-service garden center, tree/shrub nursery, colorful greenhouses, a Weber Grill showroom, landscape design services, plant installation and lawn maintenance, brick paver patios, and landscape lighting. For those tackling a DIY project or in need of professional landscape services, Melka’s is the local business to contact. Spring is in the air at Melka. Flowering annuals, fresh herbs, custom planters and hanging baskets in an abundance of colors will be arriving weekly. With Mother’s Day approaching fast, customers can browse the greenhouses and garden center for the perfect gift, or an unexpected treat for oneself. Gift cards also are available and make a great gift for the gardening enthusiasts in one’s life. Melka Garden Center also offers a wide variety of special events throughout the year. This April, Melka will be hosting two free plant seminars. • On April 7, Flowering Shrub and Perennial Seminar by expert Mike Mennenoh from Mariani Plants company. • Also, on April 14, Tree Care Seminar by the local Davey Tree care. Both are a great way to get ready for spring. Customers should RSVP for all seminars or events on the Melka website. For more details about Melka’s spring workshops, seminars and other events, visit the events page at www.jimmelkalandscap ing.com/Events. Jim Melka Garden Center is located at 11606 179th St. in Mokena, located four blocks west of Wolf Road and just East of the Metra station. Open seven days a week, from April through December. For store hours, events, new plant arrivals, landscape design photos and more, visit www.jimmel kalandscaping.com. Jim Melka Landscaping & Garden Center is a onestop shop for all seasonal gardening and landscaping needs. Submitted by Jim Melka Landscaping & Garden Center. For more information, call (708) 349-6989. Specials throughout the 2 day celebration! Grand ReOpening of our new location! 1888 E. Lincoln Hwy., New Lenox, IL 60451 815-463-8330 | www.BellaFioriFlower.com open house Friday & Saturday April 13th & 14th 9:00am -5:00pm
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