Some new construction homes in Frisco, TX offer you the choice of cutting-edge design elements such as energy-efficient heating and cooling, best use of natural lighting and family-friendly gourmet kitchen designed for the way you really cook. You’ll also find options like great rooms with a space for the plasma TV to hang on the wall, a fireplace in the exact location you’d want one, home offices and master baths with whirlpool tubs. In short, all the features you see in the home design magazines have been translated into new construction homes. The luxuries included in your home are restricted only by your budget.

If you’re considering new construction homes in Frisco, TX ask Shelly Wiginton, your real estate agent for advice on choosing the model and lot that’s best for your needs. Why settle for a home that almost has everything you want when you can opt for a new construction  home in Frisco that has everything you’ve always dreamed of? For more information on new or pre-owned homes contact Shelly Wiginton with RE/MAX Summit Realty 214-975-3229 or swiginton@remax.net

Heater

• Furnace cycles on and off frequently.

The furnace filter is an important component for the proper operation of a furnace. If the filter gets clogged, it will not allow the furnace to circulate properly, which can result in these symptoms. The blower door switch will automatically turn the unit off when the door to the filter is opened. You can simply replace the filter to save time and money!

Make sure nothing is closer then 18 inches from all output vents and intake grilles. To ensure adequate airflow NOTHING should be blocking them.

• Heater will not turn on.

This usually indicates NO electricity is getting to the unit. Most furnaces installed in the last 15 years have a switch located on the inside of the front panel known as the blower door switch. The panel needs to be properly aligned and completely closed to activate this switch. The purpose of the switch is to prevent the furnace from coming on when you change the filter. If that doesn’t solve the problem, make sure the thermostat is set to the temperature you desire and is set on automatic. Finally, check the circuit breaker or contact the gas company to check out your unit or relight your pilot light, the gas company will do this for free!

• Fan will not shut off.

Check that the thermostat is not set on “fan”. Some furnaces are equipped with a “summer switch”. This is located on the side of the furnace and is used primarily in the summer months to circulate air throughout the home. Turn the switch setting to “OFF” to stop the fan function.

• Wall Furnace pilot will not light.

The local utility company may provide this service for free. Please contact them for assistance and ask if they will relight your pilot light. If they don’t, please contact our Customer Service department and ORHP will dispatch a contractor to service your heating system.

For more information or a referral please call TEAM DECELL at 214-975-3210

Frisco  new homebuilders have your modern lifestyle in mind when they are designing and building your home. Most older homes were built to accomadate your parent’s lifestyle and have been custom fitted for thir needs. Today’s homes have cutting-edge designs, materials and styles. From your paint color to your fixtures your new home can be a testament to modern taste and function. Shop new homes and enjoy efficient designs and safe, up-to-date construction. For more information on a new homes in Frisco contact Shelly Wiginton with RE/MAX Summit Realty  214-975-3229 or swiginton@remax.net

There are huge number of homes for sale in Frisco and not all of them are new. Most pre-owned homes don’t have the same advantages as a brand new home. New Frisco homes for sale right now meet the most current codes and have beautiful new fixtures. You might even have the option of picking your paint colors, flooring, cabinets and counter tops. A new home is a great investment that you can enjoy without worrying about what wear and tear it has been through before you bought it. For more information on new or pre-owned homes in Frisco, TX  contact Shelly Wiginton with RE/MAX Summit Realty 214-975-3229 or http://www.shellywiginton.com.

5007 Navajo Dr. is a wonderful drive up appeal on a corner lot in Cheyenne Crossing of West Frisco. This is an open floor plan with a wall of windows in family room overlooking the sparkling pool and spa with a beautiful waterfall. The backyard oasis also offers a magnificent outdoor kitchen and arbor.

The kitchen is spacious with an island and is open to the huge great room with soaring ceilings. A larger master retreat with a marble fireplace is a great place to relax. There is a finished study with built-in cabinets and hardwood floors. This house boast gorgeous decorator’s colors throughout the home and has picture frame and crown molding throughout.

For more information on this great neighborhood and all the homes; contact Shelly Wiginton with RE/MAX Summit Realty who is a Cheyenne Crossing homeowner. www.shellywiginton.com

If you are thinking about buying a home for the first time, you’re probably a bit overwhelmed by the idea of it all. You have to think about whether or not to use a buyer’s agent, how to secure a mortgage and what exactly is that you are looking for in a home. Most people forget to one  important thing: BREATHE.

The search for your first home can be stressful, so try not to put in all on your shoulders at once. Even if you haven’t decided whether or not to use a real estate agent, Shelly Wiginton would be happy to help you get started. Sometimes the most important thing is getting pointed in the right direction. If you’re interested in utilizing Shelly Wiginton’s services check out her website www.shellywiginton.com it has tips for first time homebuyers that you m ay find useful. Please call Shelly Wiginton with RE/MAX Summit Realty of West Frisco for more assistance during this exciting time.

Nestled in our “fastest growing city” is a quaint reminder of the old “curb markets,” a break from the hustle and bustle, some good ‘ole Texas folks and well, yes some fruits and vegetables.  The Frisco Noon Lions Club will present the Frisco Farmers Market for its third season.  The season will run from May 2^nd through September 19^th at the corner of Coleman and Frisco Square Blvd across from City Hall.  Every Saturday you will find local growers from 8am to 2pm or until sellout. 

Those days of the dusty, roadside markets are a thing of the past in most cities.  But supporting our local farmers and merchants is still an age-old truth.  “Taking care of our own” takes on its true meaning when you walk among folks whose livelihood depends on what you might buy.     These folks can tell you where and how the produce was grown.  The produce has also not been trucked all over the country and thus is fresher and as a result healthier than what we can get in the grocery store.  The merchants can even throw in ways to prepare and store it. 

Not only fruits and vegetables are available, folks who lean toward the creative side will be on hand with their unique craft and gift items.  Vendors with gourmet ingredients, pasta, sauces and specialty items will be represented.  There is truly something for everyone.

It’s not that far off your normal route no matter where you are going so stop by Opening Day May 2.  The Frisco Jazz Band will be playing and you can shop to your heart’s content. For more information and the list of venders go to http://www.friscofarmersmarket.org/.

The Frisco Bar is hosting a Realtor Happy Hour tonight from 5:30-7:30.  All you Frisco area real estate agents should come out and have some fun.  For realtors the first two drinks will be free.  Come out and support The Frisco Bar, they do a lot of our community.  The owners Rosanne and Von Best are Big sponsors of the Collin County Boys and Girls Club.  They also chair the fund raising committee, so come out and support a great local business.

For more information Call Craig Decell 214-924-9539

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Garbage Disposal

• Disposal does not make any sound when the switch is turned on. The most likely cause is no power to the unit.

1.) Most disposals have a “Reset” button on the bottom or side of the unit, this acts as a “built in” circuit breaker. Depress this button to reset the unit.
2.) If step 1 does not help, try resetting the designated circuit breaker in your electrical panel.

• If the disposal makes any sound at all (i.e. buzzing) when turned on, it probably means the unit has power but is jammed.

Use an “Allen” wrench to un-jam the unit. This is a five sided tool (”L” shaped) that will fit into the bottom of the disposal ($2-$3 at a hardware store). With the unit turned off or unplugged, insert this into the bottom of the disposal. Move it clockwise and counter clockwise to loosen the jammed unit. Sometimes you can reach into the disposal and remove the item if it is large enough. Always Unplug The Garbage Disposal Before Reaching Into The Unit. Once you believe the unit to be clear of the jam, plug the unit back in and turn the disposal on to see if it rotates!

• Disposal drains slowly.

Pour 1 cup each of baking soda, salt & vinegar. Pour baking soda & salt into drain, immediately followed by vinegar. Let sit for approximately 15-20 minutes. As you wait, boil a pot of water. After the 15-20 minutes, pour the boiling water down the drain to flush the pipes out. Note: Do not use this remedy if you have already used a store-bought remedy in the same drain.

• Disposal doesn’t seem to chop the food well or drain has an odor.

Fill an ice cube tray ½ full of vinegar and ½ full of water. Once the cubes are frozen, place them down the disposal 2-3 cubes a week for about a month and this will not only sharpen the blades, but keep your drain clean at the same time! (Lemon peels also work well for odors).

If you need more information or a contractor referral contact TEAM DECELL. Call 214-975-3210.

Garage Door Opener

• The door does not open or close smoothly.

Garage door openers have a tension knob on the back of the opener which needs to be adjusted to the weight of the door. In the winter, wooden doors may absorb moisture thus making them heavier. This will result in the door operating with a “jerking” motion.

The tension knob is located on the back, side or front exterior of the opener. There are usually indicators that read “higher/lower” or “increase/decrease”. Adjust this knob slightly to one direction, test the door, if that doesn’t help, turn the knob the other direction, until you are satisfied with the door’s function.

• Door reverses in mid-opening or closing.

Remove any obstructions in the hinge/spring area. Most units have an automatic reversing feature in the event the door hits an obstruction.

Many units have an “electric eye” or sensor that may become obstructed. If so, remove the obstruction. At times these sensors may become misaligned. If the light on the sensor is blinking, it means the two sensors are not aligned and need to be adjusted to become aligned. Once alignment is made, the lights will discontinue to “blink” and the “obstruction” will be eliminated.

For more Information or if you need a referral contact TEAM DECELL.