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16 | May 16, 2019 | 22nd century media Summer Fun Guide 22ndCenturyMedia.com First impressions matter, even for homes Has your 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 and 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’s in the real estate business, she broke a cardinal rule: Just like people, your home makes a first impression, and it’s the exterior that does it. It 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’s 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 door. Let’s face it, improving or maintaining the exterior of your home is not a priority for many of us. It’s not “sexy”’ or very bragworthy to mention the ‘’beautiful” new roof you just got, especially when your 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’s just not much fun in picking out siding, and certainly little exercising or flexing of one’s creative muscles. And then there may be a few other trials. I’m sure you’ve heard horror stories of the window salesman who wouldn’t leave. Or perhaps you were the victim of one whose aftershave or cologne lingered in your kitchen for days. Or you 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’s very utilitarian to make sure your gutters drain properly, the roof doesn’t leak or your windows aren’t wasting your heating dollars. And yet, there is a certain majesty in the simplicity of an exterior project well done. You can feel it when you pull into your driveway that first week or two after its completion. Whether it’s your pride as a conscientious homeowner, or just the relief of having handled a long-standing problem, it’s a good feeling. And, if you’re new to choosing a contractor or completing a project of this sort, don’t worry: You’re in good hands. At Lindholm Roofing, it is our desire to give you this feeling and to make your exterior remodeling or replacement project go right. The project coordinators who come out to visit and assist you are courteous and knowledgeable professionals with an average of nearly 20 years experience in exterior home improvement. Our company has been in business and owned by the same family for 70 years. Because of this longevity, our record of craftsmanship and attention to detail, as well as our steadfast agreement to honor our warranties, we have earned the respect of many village building departments, leading insurance companies and, most importantly, tens of thousands of homeowners. Let us be the one to help with any of these projects and we’ll be sure your home makes a good first impression. Submitted by Lindholm Roofing, 3588 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago. For more information, call (773) 283-7675, or visit lindholmroofing.com. 15774 S. LaGrange Rd. • Orland Park • 708-459-5100
22ndCenturyMedia.com Summer Fun Guide 22nd century media | May 16, 2019 | 17 Imagination comes to life at Emagine Frankfort Theatre Emagine Frankfort features 10 luxury auditoriums, one featuring a wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling screen EMAX featuring Dolby Atoms, as well as a private screening room to host your private events, where you are in control of the movie. In addition to high-quality projectors and surround sound, moviegoers can enjoy plush power recliners, handcrafted cocktails, beer and gourmet concessions, such as stone-oven pizza. The theatre also offers 100 percent reserved seating and online or appbased ticket purchases. The Emagine app is available to both Android and iPhone users. The Emagine Frankfort Theatre is located north of Lincoln Highway at 19965 S. LaGrange Road in Frankfort. Visit us online at emagine-enter tainment.com. Submitted by Emagine Frankfort Theatre, 19965 S. LaGrange Road in Frankfort. For more information, call (779) 216- 5200, or visit emagine-entertainment.com.
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