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If you have ever thought about installing a fence for your home or busi- ness, there are more benefits in doing so than just privacy. Privacy If you want a high level of privacy, then a vinyl or wood fence might be the perfect choice. If you want a lower level of privacy and would like to see outside your property, consider installing a chain link or aluminum fence. Protection Another popular reason to install a fence is protection. You may have prop- erty or possessions outside your home or business that you'd like to keep safe and secure. If you have children or pets, installing a fence around your home pro- vides a safe haven and an extra layer of security. Installing a fence can also help prevent thieves from attempting to break into your home or business. Establish boundaries Sometimes the need to establish your property boundaries is essential. A fence may help make landscaping and garden- ing easier as you won't have to worry about your neighbor's bushes or garden growing into your space. There are fences that can be installed that look equally appealing on both sides so talk with your neighbor about the benefits of a fence, and maybe they will pitch in on the cost of installation. Noise reduction If you live next to a freeway or high- way, a fence can help reduce the noise level. A fence made of solid materials such as wood, vinyl or concrete would make the best choice. It never hurts to ask your local city planning department if it can help cover the cost of a fence if new construction or a development suddenly impacts your property. Insect and animal problems If you notice an abundance of biting insects, a wood fence can actually help keep insects off your property. Cedar wood contains natural oils that help repel insect and might make a great choice. Installing a fence can keep animals out of your yard, especially stray cats, dogs and wildlife. When you determine it's time to install a fence, consider the various types of materials that would fit your budget and then get to work on it or hire someone to do the work for you. HOME AUGUST 2018 2 Distributed by: ©2018 by Conley Media Waukesha County Home is published monthly by Conley Media - Waukesha County, 801 N. Barstow St., Waukesha, WI 53186. Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without the written consent of the publisher. A publication of Conley Media Sales Director: Jim Baumgart 262/513-2621 jbaumgart@conleynet.com Editor: Dan Muckelbauer 262/513-2626 dmuck@conleynet.com Production: Patricia Scheel 262/513-2690 pscheel@conleynet.com Home Volume 7 ■ Number 8 ■ August 2018 said. He noted, however, that the other sub- divisions contain many two-story homes due to the homes being built on narrow lots. 'First-floor living' movement Thistle noted that other home trends include "one-stop" technology that allows the homeowner to control multiple appli- ances and features such as television sets, air conditioning, lights and window treat- ments. Outdoor fireplaces, and larger mud- rooms (entry areas typically used for doing laundry and storage space) are also com- mon in newer homes. Homes with the master bedroom, kitchen and family room on the first floor are also popular, he added. "We are seeing a movement for first-floor living space," said Thistle. Synovic, owner and founder of Source 1 Project Solutions, a consulting, architectur- al and interior design firm in Brookfield, is looking forward to presenting the first Step Beyond the Green to Healthy Home, a 3,200- square-foot ranch, in the parade. The home's features, including cork floor- ing, HVAC and water filtration systems, rock countertops coated with resin, and large rooms and closets, promote a healthy lifestyle and are particularly beneficial to those with chemical sensitivity, allergies, asthma and sinus infections, Synovic said. Because some people are bothered by the smell of a new sofa, the home is outfitted with furniture from a consignment shop. "We're focusing more on how the envi- ronment impacts health," said Synovic. This year, he would like Parade visitors to get the most bang for their buck. He feels that many people spend too much time exploring one or two houses. "Leave enough time to go through all the homes," he advised. For more information about the MBA Parade of Homes, visit http://www.mba online.org/parade-of-homes.html. Continued from Page 1 tech and healthy living among design trends for 2018 At a glance 2018 MBA Parade of Homes ■ Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday through Sept. 3 ■ Locations: Lily Crossing, east of Lilly Road, north of North Avenue, Brookfield;The Resi- dences at Lake Country Village, west of Sawyer Road (Interstate 94, exit 283) on Valley Road, Summit; and Hidden Hills, east of Maple Avenue and north of Good Hope Road, Sussex. ■ Tickets: $12 for adults and $6 for seniors and children 3-12. Children younger than 3 get in free. New this year, attendees can purchase a $16 all-access pass, which allows unlimited visits to all homes for the duration of the event. Passes can be purchased at www. mbaparadeofhomes.com. Submitted photo The Danbury, built by Korndoerfer Homes in Brookfield, is a 2,522-square-foot home that features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a three-car garage. It is one of the models in Hidden Hills in Sussex as part of the 2018 MBA Parade of Homes. Fences establish variety of benefits Pixabay While a chain-link fence won't add much in the way of privacy, it is good at protection and establishing boundaries. Parade of Homes: 'One-stop'

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