Neighborhood Spotlight

Park Ridge Builders is excited to be one of the select builders involved in Northridge - a traditional community located in growing Evans.

Northridge features several community building elements including sidewalks, a neighborhood park, and classic home designs that remain true to the period feel of the neighborhood.

The neighborhood was designed to allow for rear garage access on private lanes and includes community storage for boats and trailers.  Northridge is also within walking distance to the Evans Town Center, Park, Library, and Lady Antebellum Amphitheater.

Be a part of this exclusive community by working with Park Ridge Builders.  Learn more at: http://www.northridgeaugusta.com.

Real Estate Regrets

Trulia released the results of a consumer survey asking homeowners what they regret about their current home purchase or home buying process.

Home buyers this Spring are facing a market with limited inventory and stiff competition for homes. This environment creates the potential for buyers to make rushed decisions that they may later regret. The goal of Trulia's survey is to inform current buyers about the most common regrets in hopes that they can be avoided.

Here are the findings from the survey about top 5 homeowner regrets:

• 34% wish they had chosen a larger home
• 27% wish they had done more remodeling on the home that they did
• 22% wish they had more information on the home before they purchased
• 18% wish they had put more money down for the down payment
• 16% wish they were more financially secure before they made their decision

For a full list of homeowner regrets and analysis by Trulia visit this LINK

What if any regrets do you have from previous home buying experiences?

It's Masters Week!

It's that time again - the azaleas are blooming, the hotels are full and the golfers are here - Masters Week in Augusta!

If you aren't one of the lucky few who have tickets this weekend, why not host a Masters viewing party at home? Enjoy the tournament from the comfort of your living room while spending time with friends.  Here are a few ideas for making your Masters party a hole-in-one!

 Eats:

• Pimento Cheese Sandwiches   
• Chicken Salad Sandwiches
• Sweet Tea
• Lemonade

Decor:

• Potted plants with flags 
• Green tablecloths with argyle accents
• Golf balls as vase fillers    

Desserts:

• Cupcakes with green icing and a golf tee topper
• Donut "holes-in-one"
• Chocolate brownies or chocolate chip cookies

What ideas would you add for Masters theme party? Or....are you going to the tournament?

Natural Mosquito Control

As the weather...gradually...warms up it's natural to want to spend more time outdoors enjoying the Georgia spring and summer temps!

Don't let mosquitoes ruin your outdoor environment. Here are some all natural tips to help keep the buzzing bugs at bay!

1. The Citronella plant.  This distinctive smell hides you from mosquitoes. It's the same fragrance used in citronella candles but the actual plant is stronger and more effective.

2. Change your lighting. If you have outdoor lights  change your bulbs to a yellow or orange shade. This glow seems to attract less mosquitoes as opposed to bright white bulbs.

3. Remove sources of standing water. Mosquitoes breed in still pools of water so look for any overturned tubs or containers that may be catching rain water.

4. Camouflage yourself. Wear light or neutral
colors, limit perfumes and lotions. Use a ceiling fan to keep air circulating.

Featured Home

Brand new home in The Preserve at Stevens Creek
403 Preserve Trail, Martinez

5 Bedrooms
4 Baths
3600 Square Feet

Great Room with Fireplace
Dining Room with Coffered Ceiling
Kitchen with Granite Countertops
Media Room

$359,900

Directions

Take Stevens Creek To Watervale Rd. Turn Onto Watervale Rd and the Preserves Will Be On the Right. Turn Into the Preserves and Take Right Onto Preserve Trail. Home On Left.

Spring Plantings

Spring is just around the corner and it's that time of year when the world seems to explode with color!

You can bring some of that color into your life with container plants.  This time of year when the weather can still turn cold, container plants allow you to avoid a damaging freeze by bringing the plants indoors.

So weather you prefer bright flowering plans or lush green foliage, here are some tips to keep your container plants happy and healthy!

• Make sure that whatever container you use, it has a drainage hole at the bottom for water run off. 
• Larger pots are better because they allow for more soil and a more extensive plant root system. Smaller containers will need to be watered more frequently.
• It is not necessary to pat down the soil after filling your container. Simply water and the soil will settle how it needs to.
• For the strongest and healthiest plants make sure to include a fertilizer mixed in with or on top of the potting soil.

What type of plants do you like to grow in containers?  Do you have any tried and true growing tips?

Neighborhood Spotlight

Park Ridge Builders is pleased to be building in the unique Columbia County community of Tudor Branch.

Tudor Branch features a master plan focused on incorporating the beautiful natural surroundings of the area. Homes are designed in a classic style of architecture reminiscent of timeless southern homes.

Tudor Branch is located just minutes from the new Evans Town Center and a short drive away from Fort Gordon.

Neighborhood amenities include 5 miles of walking trails, playground and junior size Olympic pool with clubhouse.

Park Ridge Builders offers homes starting in the mid $200,000's.

To learn more contact Park Ridge at (706) 564-6099.