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April 3, 2014
Hendrickson
Enterprises
OUT with the old
IN with the new!
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904 Central Ave. - Nebraska City, NE
(402) 873-5058
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jewelry
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Hendrickson Enterprises


2762 310
th
Street
Hamburg, IA 51640
Phone 712-382-1505
Fax 712-382-1507
www.hendricksonent.com
Equipment Available

(2) 850 John Deere Dozers*
(4) Sets of Double Scrapers*
(2) Link Belt Excavators
(2) 20 Box Blades
(2) Side Dumps
(2) Belly Dumps
(1) Detach
(1) Stepdeck

Dozers and scraper tractors are GPS Equipped.
Services

Terraces
Water Sheds
Land Leveling
Demolition
Surveying

NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL
Contact Information
Darin Hendrickson
Phone: (712) 382-1505
Email: darinh@hendricksonent.com

Steve MacDonald
Phone: (712) 310-4985
Email: stevem@hendricksonent.com

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2762 310
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St. | Hamburg, IA | Phone: (712) 382-1505 | Fax: (712) 382-1507
www.hendricksonent.com
NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL!
Contact Info.
Darin Hendrickson
(712) 382-1505
darinh@hendricksonent.com
Steve MacDonald
(712) 310-4985
stevem@hendricksonent.com
Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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(402) 873-2985
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720 Central Ave.
Nebraska City, NE
Homeowners planning a kitchen remodel are no doubt considering whether to include a kitchen
island in the new design. When the space allows, an island can be a fne way to enhance the look of a
kitchen and impart an upscale appeal.
Interest in kitchen islands has grown steadily for the past several decades. Introduced in the 1970s,
islands became a popular place for guests to congregate and provided extra counter space for meal
preparation and entertaining. The suburban migration led to bigger homes with larger kitchens. Through
the 1980s and 1990s, homes grew even larger, and islands became a popular feature of kitchens
across the country.
The increase in food-based programming on television has also contributed to the popularity of
kitchen islands. As more people dabble with preparing their own gourmet meals, kitchen islands have
become more convenient.
Although there are many benefts to an island in the kitchen, there are also some disadvantages to
kitchen islands. Weighing all the options can help homeowners design a kitchen layout that is functional,
affordable and practical for the space they have.
PROS
Arguably the most signifcant advantage to having a kitchen island is the added space it provides.
Many times islands are built with cabinetry that matches the rest of the kitchen design, and those
cabinets provide storage space for pots, pans and other kitchen tools. Islands may double the storage
space available in the kitchen.
Kitchen islands are also advantageous when preparing meals. Kitchen counter space can be
easily gobbled up by toaster ovens, rotisserie cookers, microwaves, coffee makers, and various other
countertop appliances. These appliances can take up valuable real estate thats sorely missed when
preparing meals. An island can be used solely for cooking and preparation, and some homeowners
have incorporated cutting boards and a prep sink into the design of the island.
Islands also can be customized according to a homeowners needs. Instead of simply having
cabinetry beneath the counter, some opt to have a wine cooler or even a bookshelf for keeping
cookbooks within reach. An additional small dishwasher or beverage refrigerator may be tucked into
the design of the island. For others, the island may be a makeshift kitchen offce space.
CONS
Expense is a leading negative factor with regard to a kitchen island. The additional material necessary
Homeowners should question whether a kitchen island is a practicality for their
renovation projects
Pros and cons to
including an island in a
kitchen redesign
and the labor involved in installation may bust some homeowners budgets. Stationary islands can
cost several thousand dollars to install, and this is money a homeowner may be better off investing
elsewhere.
In smaller kitchens, an island may be impractical because of the space limitation. Islands are typically
at the heart of the kitchen and may interfere with walking space or cause clearance issues when the
refrigerator door or cabinet doors are open. For homeowners who fnd space is at a premium in the
kitchen, an island may not be the best idea. However, a rolling island that can be moved into position
when needed, then stored in a convenient, out-of-the-way location might be a viable option.
Depending on the complexity of a kitchen island, its installation may extend the amount of time
required to complete the kitchen renovation. This can prolong the length of time needed to complete
the work. Running a gas or electric line and plumbing to the island may require a major overhaul and
demolition.
Kitchen islands are popular components of home designs. Before homeowners engage in any
kitchen renovation that may include the incorporation of an island, they should know the advantages
and disadvantages.
Renovations that take inventory of energy use and strive
toward efciency have grown increasingly popular over the
years. Homeowners fed up with high utility bills want to
conserve costs, and there are a number of ways to revamp a
home to be more energy efcient.
The rst step in a home energy makeover is to nd out
where your home is losing money. Certain municipal and
environmental agencies offer home assessments, during
which they will do a complete walk-through of your home
and highlight areas that can be improved. Private companies
also perform energy audits on a home. They may be able to
point out appliances, windows or landscaping issues that
could be compromising the efciency of a home. These people
may have a more intimate knowledge of insulation ratings
and window efciency ratings than the average homeowner.
In addition to having an energy audit on your home to
save money on utility bills, a professional audit may make
you eligible for tax incentives and rebates. That can mean
even more savings and may even increase the value of your
home.
Until a thorough energy assessment can be made, there are
some easy and relatively inexpensive xes any homeowner
can undertake to help improve energy efciency.
* Clean air lters. Trapped dust and debris in a lter
makes furnaces and air conditioners work harder. Once
lters are free from dust, air can blow more smoothly
through the system.
* Plug leaks. Air leaks could be sucking energy out of
your home and money out of your wallet. Once you nd any
leaks, you can use weather stripping and caulking to seal
up breaches and save energy and money.
* Invest in insulation. Install high-efciency insulation in
attics and between walls to prevent energy loss and keep
more warm or cool air in the home. A well-insulated house
requires less heating and cooling to keep the temperature
indoors stable, and that translates to less money spent on
utilities.
* Swap out light bulbs. Switching bulbs from incandescent
to more efcient LED or CFL bulbs can save money in the
long run.
By making a few simple changes, homeowner can increase
their energy savings around the house. Investing in an
energy audit and makeover can pinpoint key areas that
need improvement.
Give your home an energy makeover
Conduct an energy audit so you will know which
areas of your home can be made more efcient.