Month: July 2023

Are you building your new home in an area that offers natural gas utility service?  Are you considering installing a propane service on your rural property?  Energy costs, energy efficiency, convenience, and availability will most definitely influence your decision of how you’d like to equip your new home, and HiLine Homes offers many optional features to accommodate your choices.  When you choose to add natural gas or propane service to your home, there is a whole range of options available to consider.

Options For Natural Gas And Propane

Gas water heaters are available in two different styles. The more traditional style is the gas tank water heater. As efficient as those are, there is an even more efficient choice: the tankless, on-demand water heater. This unit only heats the water that you use and only when you need it, therefore using less energy and lowering your utility bill.

Looking for an efficient way to heat your home?

HiLine offers an optional central heating system with a gas furnace using top-of-the-line equipment.

Want the warmth and ambiance of a fireplace?

HiLine offers an optional gas fireplace.

Whether you plan on purchasing a gas range or a state-of-the-art range with dual-fuel technology, we offer what you’ll need to hook up your new appliance. Imagine cooking your favorite meal in your new kitchen, just like a professional!

Like to grill outdoors?

How about adding a gas line to your BBQ? No more filling up a propane tank. No more running out of fuel halfway through grilling your dinner.

Looking for a fast, efficient way to dry your laundry?

Consider a gas clothes dryer. With faster drying times and less static cling than an electric dryer, it is a smart choice.

As you can see, you have many ways to customize your new home and take advantage of today’s new home technology. More comfortable. More convenient. More energy efficient. It doesn’t get much better than that!

Learn more about customizing your home by clicking the link below! 

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How long does orthodontic treatment take?  It’s a question we get all the time. Orthodontic treatment duration depends on your needs and goals for care. 

Most orthodontic treatments are selected for one or more of the following reasons:

• You want a more aesthetically pleasing smile.
• You want to correct an overbite or underbite. 
• You want improved oral function. 
• You want to improve jaw function and avoid TMJD. 
• You want to prevent cavities and gum disease by making teeth easier to clean. 
• You want your teeth to support speaking function. 
• You want to correct flared front teeth and spacing issues. 

On average, typical orthodontic treatment with braces takes between 12 and 36 months. For people who require minor teeth straightening, Dr. Frahm may suggest Invisalign®. Invisalign uses clear, plastic aligners. Treatment time is usually six to 24 months.

How long will you need orthodontic treatment? 

There are a few conditions that influence how much time you’ll wear braces or aligners. 

1. The time you will need orthodontics depends on the severity of your misalignment. For example, correcting crooked or crowded teeth generally takes less time than correcting an overbite or underbite. Treatment to adjust alignment takes longer than shifting a few teeth. 
2. Age. Usually, the younger you are, the less time is needed. Young people between ages 9 and 14 have a combination of baby and adult teeth. Because teeth are still moving, it usually takes less time to guide teeth into alignment. Usually, older patients’ teeth take longer to move. 
3. Oral hygiene matters. Caring for your teeth is a lifetime commitment. This remains the case when you have braces and aligners. It’s important to avoid eating chewy, hard or sticky foods. This is because bending the wires of your orthodontics can slow treatment progress. To keep your treatment timeline on track, keep teeth clean. 
4. Don’t miss appointments. It’s important for Dr. Frahm to see you according to your treatment schedule. At each visit, she evaluates your improvements. Not showing up for scheduled appointments slows progress. And whatever you do, please don’t adjust devices on your own. This could cause you serious damage.

Try Invisalign 

Invisalign® could be the right orthodontic solution for you. Read “How does Invisalign Work?” for our in-depth take. Many adults prefer Invisalign because it’s invisible.  Invisalign is good at  in straightening your teeth, closing gaps and repositioning your bite.

If you have any questions about orthodontic care or you would like to schedule a complimentary smile consultation, please, contact Dr. Frahm today via our webform or give us a call us at 831-372-8011.

To learn more information, please check out Orthodontics 

Whether you have an exotic pet or a more traditional dog, your custom home is a place of rest and relaxation for you and your pet. When building a new home on your lot, consider tips from an experienced custom home builder to create a pet-friendly space. A pet-friendly home is one that makes it easy for your pet to live inside as well as in the yard and one that won’t be easily damaged by active pets.

Utilize Storage Space For Safety

Remember a place for everything and everything in its place. You will find HiLine Home’s floor plans take into consideration storage needs. This will allow you to keep gadgets safely out of reach of pets. In addition, HiLine can customize your home with charging stations and places to store electronics so your pet doesn’t damage devices.

Create Adequate Area For Exercise

Depending on the size and type of your pet you will want to customize your home to your lifestyle. For example, many of the HiLine Homes plans have bonus rooms to separate playtime from more formal areas. Utility Rooms are beneficial to cleaning up after exercising outside pets.

When landscaping, avoid hazardous plants including poisonous berries. Also, a well-landscaped yard allows a pet to play but minimizes the dirt and mud that often gets tracked in from the outside. As you design your landscaping be sure to include a pet-friendly fence to allow you that much more peace of mind knowing your pets are safe.

At HiLine Homes, we look forward to helping you design your perfect pet-friendly home for your family. For more information on ideas for custom homes in The Northwest with unique architectural designs to build on your lot, click the link below!

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