When it starts to get cold outside bats may look to find comfort in your warm Southern NH home. I know how scary it can be to think the bats are going to harm you, or your family. What if they turn into vampires? You’ll be surprised to learn that vampires aren't real, and bats are actually harmless, and sometimes even cute. When they aren’t in your home, of course!!! Below are some suggestions to get rid of bats in your home.

There are about 40 different species of bats in the United States which can inhabit your Southern NH home for sale. The most common Bats found in North America are The Little Brown Bat, The Big Brown Bat, and The Mexican Free-Tailed Bat. Those are the three species of Bats that are most likely to reside in your home and likely in the attic.

Here are several different ways to keep bats out of your Southern NH home for sale:

Start by finding out how they are getting into your home!

If you have bats in your Southern New Hampshire home, they are getting in somewhere! Figure out where they are getting in, wire mesh, board up and close the area and set up a one way exclusion device to get them to leave your home. This is a small tube where bats can get out of your Southern NH home for sale but can not re-enter. Denying bats reentry is preferable to trapping them, because they are an endangered species and also because they can be dangerous.

Exclusion devices can be purchased online, or at a home improvement center! They are also fairly easy to install in your Southern NH home. 

Be Careful Not To Harm The Bats

There are many different species of bats that are endangered. Please be careful if you manually remove them from your Southern NH home yourself. If you harm the bats and anyone finds out about it, you could have a hefty fine to pay or face jail time. Make sure to always remember that bats are endangered and it is illegal to kill them.

Dispose of Any Waste They Create

Bat droppings are small round pellets called guano which can be harmful. The guano can grow a type of fungus that can cause the lung disease histoplasmosis in humans. Guano has a very powerful, musty smell that can often overpower your Southern NH house. The bat droppings and urine are corrosive to wood and metal, and can compromise the structural integrity of the building.  The droppings and the scent will lure in other animals and insects, so be sure to clean everything thoroughly. 

Call A Professional

If you are questioning whether it is bat guano or just don't know what it is call a pest professional. If you do not think you can remove the bats from your Southern NH home for sale safely and efficiently without harming them or yourself, please call a professional! Exterminators are trained and have the proper equipment. They can get rid of the bats safely and board up all the entrance points that they can squeeze through. And trust us when we tell you, they can get through some small openings.

For more information or a list of Southern New Hampshire houses for sale give our experienced agents at Harmony Real Estate a call today at (603) 883-8840 or visit our website www.Harmony-RE.com for more information.

Hudson NH is located just off the Massachusetts border ideally suited for commuters who work in the surrounding area or across the Massachusetts border. South Hudson NH houses for sale are located just minutes from Route 3. The surrounding towns consist of Nashua NH, Litchfield NH, Londonderry NH, Windham NH, Pelham NH and Tyngsboro MA. In the past year, prices of single family homes in South Hudson NH ranged from $192,000 to $1,000,000 with a median sold price of $349,000, while condos ranged from $148,000 to $337,500 with a median sold price of $178,000.

Many of the existing town markers in Hudson NH are attributed to Alfred and Virginia Hills. They were one of the prominent founding families to settle in Hudson, NH. Alfred had the Hills House built for Virginia in 1890 on Derry Road. The Hudson Historical Society has maintained and preserved the Alvirne Hills House since 1966. Alvirne High School and Alvirne Chapel were donated to the town by Alfred and Virginia Hills. The name Alvirne was derived by the combination of both of their names.

The Hills House and the Hills Memorial Library are both listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Hills Memorial Library is a stone and mortar library located on 18 Library Street in Hudson NH. It was one of the oldest public lending libraries in New Hampshire. The Friends of Hudson Libraries still hold book sales there, it can be used as a meeting space and they are also considering new proposed uses for the future of the building. A new library, George H. and Ella M Rodger Memorial Library, was constructed at 194 Derry Rd in Hudson NH.

Hudson residents are very active in their community. The Hills House land is used every year to host events such as Old Homes Days, Pumpkin Fest, Bronco Belly Bustin’ Chili Fiesta and activities for Alvirne High School. The events held are non-profit events held to benefit the community and those in need.

Old Homes Days has games/contests, tours, carnival rides, music, fireworks, dancing, bands, a petting zoo, pony rides, food and more. Pumpkin Fest is New England’s largest outdoor craft fair with over 80 crafters/vendors. There are carnival rides, food vendors, entertainment, a classic car show, pony rides, cow pie bingo, pumpkin carving and more.

If you have school aged kids Hudson has several elementary schools, a junior high, a high school and a private school. Dr H.O. Smith, Library Street, Hills Garrison and Nottingham West are the elementary schools in Hudson, Hudson Memorial is the only Junior High, Alvirne is the only High School and PMA is a Catholic K-8 private school. The overall rating as stated by Niche for the Hudson School District is a B. There are also several private kindergarten and daycares.

Alvirne High School has one of the largest Vocational Programs and has several student run businesses such as a restaurant, bank, dairy farm, store, day-care and forestry program. The dairy farm is a great addition and due to the Hills requiring the land to always be used as a farm. There is also an Adult Day Service through Gateways that is available at Alvirne for seniors and disabled adults looking for cognitive and social stimulation who are also able to provide health services.

The most memorable family landmark in Hudson is Bensons Animal Park. Originally it was zoo that until 1987 offered live animals and trainers, kiddie rides as well as some local eats! There was a railroad that connected Boston to Hudson which brought many outside visitors to the zoo. In 2002 repairs began on the Park and in 2010 it was converted into what we now know as Benson’s Park.

The old Lady in the Shoe, the Elephant House and the Gorilla House are structures from Bensons Animal Park that have been restored and incorporated into the new Park. Benson’s Park now has a playground for children, walking trails with beautiful scenery lots of perennials, a pond, memorial benches and pavilions. A key attraction is the “911” memorial built from steel girders from the World Trader Centers tower. It is a pet-friendly park and can be used by appointment for events such as weddings and birthday parties.

Besides Benson’s Park, Hudson has several other recreational areas for residents and the surrounding communities to enjoy. It is home to 2 recreational lakes/ponds and a swamp for endangered birds. It also has two golf courses for golf enthusiasts: Whip-Poor-Will Golf Club and Green Meadow Golf Club in South Hudson NH.

Robinson Pond is located on the north side of Hudson and has a public beach and boat ramp for town residents. Ottarnic Pond is located near Hudson Center and a boat ramp can be accessed off of Highland Road. The ponds are used for fishing, swimming, boating and ice fishing through the year. In addition, on the south side of Hudson NH, Musquash Pond/Swamp is a bird sanctuary for endangered birds.

The nearest airports are Boire Field in Nashua and the Manchester Airport. Hudson is a residential commuter town with many residents traveling to Boston for employment, with an easy commute. The largest employers are BAE, Benchmark, the Hudson School District and Prestek.

Harmony has been in the real estate business since 1990 and we are happy to call Hudson NH our home. We woul dbe honored to help you with all your South Hudson houses for sale. We have been located in Hudson NH since 2002 and prior to that we were located in downtown Nashua NH for 12 years. Harmony Real Estate is family owned and operated and will treat you like their own family when buying or selling a home in South Hudson NH.

Hudson is a community based town and great place to call home. It’s no wonder that buyers look for South Hudson NH homes for sale. With great affordable prices, rates and acreage South Hudson homes for sale are a great choice for commuters, adult communities and families alike. There is something for everyone here… we would love to help you find the South Hudson home of your dreams!

If you are looking to buy or sell in a home in South Hudson or in the surrounding area give our agents a call at Harmony Real Estate (603) 883-8840. We would love to help you find the home of your dreams or sell your South Hudson NH houses for sale. 

Developed during the Industrial Revolution, Nashua was originally a mill city. The mills were named The Nashua Mills. They had cotton mills and textile mills. They prospered until about World War I, when other methods for electricity other than water power were discovered. Cotton started being manufactured in the South where it was grown, and the textile mills also moved South during The Great Depression.

Seasons

In New Hampshire, we are lucky enough to be able to enjoy all four of the seasons. In the Summer, the temperatures in Nashua average from about 72 - 93° F, though sometimes the humidity makes it feel hotter. In the Winter the lowest temperatures average around 20° F, although some days the temperatures can reach into the negatives! The average amount of snowfall is 50 feet in one winter, which means you can make as many snowmen as you want!

Education

South Nashua belongs to the Nashua school district. Nashua has 17 different public schools which consist of 12 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.  Bicentennial Elementary School and Main Dunstable Elementary school are the primary elementary schools in South Nashua, while Elm Street and Fairgrounds are the Middle Schools, and Nashua High School South is the main High School for South Nashua.

Transportation

Nashua has a bus station to make transportation easier for those who can’t walk or drive to where they need to go. The Nashua Transit Center is located at 11 Riverside Street in downtown Nashua. There is also public transportation available, the Gate City Trolley’s will take you all over the city. The rates are really inexpensive and can be found at http://nashuanh.gov/463/Fares .

There is also an airport in Nashua, mostly for military training or personal use for residents in the area who have their own small air planes. Other than that the closest airports are in Manchester which is only 30 minutes away and Boston.

And if you travel a little farther South to Haverhill or Lowell Massachusetts, there is a train, called the ‘T’ that will take you all over Massachusetts.

Real Estate

South Nashua has many different styles of houses for sale to offer, from Mansions to Colonials to Ranches and Split Level style homes. We are sure we can find something perfect for you. For 2016 the highest sales price for a single family home was $750,000, and the lowest sales price was $163,000. The average sales price for South Nashua homes for sale for 2016 was $317,400.

With all the gorgeous houses for sale in South Nashua you’re bound to find something that suits you and your family!

If your looking for houses for sale in South Nashua, or to get a market analysis on what your house is worth call us today! There is no obligation to work with us and the Comparative Market Analysis is free of charge.

Give Harmony Real Estate a call at (603) 883-8840 or visit our website at www.Harmony-RE.com to find more homes for sale in South Nashua. We would love to help you with your important move.

There can be challenges when it comes time to sell your fixer upper house. It can be more challenging to sell a home that needs a lot of work or updating, than a home that is in good repair. Most buyers want homes that have modern kitchens, spacious master bedrooms and updated bathrooms. Fixer uppers rarely have such amenities and need work.

The buyer will either need to have the time and be handy or have the extra money to pay to have the work completed. The key to successfully selling your fixer upper lies in reaching the right audience. With the right real estate agent this task will be much easier to accomplish.

Here are some tips on how to sell your fixer upper in South Hudson, New Hampshire:

1. Find a good agent to help you sell your South Hudson NH house. You can interview a few and decide who is the best fit. Make sure you ask your agent if they’ve sold houses that have needed to be fixed up before. The more experience they have, the easier it will be to sell your fixer upper.

2. Make sure you set a good price to sell your house, especially if it needs a lot of work. You don’t want it to be too high or buyers may pass it up. Your real estate agent will be able to help you set the best price to sell your home at. You want a South Hudson NH agent who will be able to guide you in the right direction and set the best price for your home.

3. Be honest about the flaws in your South Hudson NH house when you are selling. Disclosure is always in your best interest because if a buyer finds out about it after the fact they will want more off the price of the home. Your house may be subject to a home inspection before the sale is completed. So it is in your best interest to be clear about any repairs or maintenance from the onset that need to be taken care of so the buyers don't ask for further discounts.

4. Include headlines with your ads such as “Handyman Special”, “Big Savings For Handy Homeowners”, “A Diamond in the Rough”, “Beautiful Home for a Bargain” or other references to that explain that the home needs work. People want to know what they are getting into. If it’s just cosmetic work make sure to have your information worded properly.

5. If there is something wonderful about your house that you love, be sure to highlight that when you are selling. It might be a good reason for a buyer to love as well. Do you have acres of land, or a large basement that can be renovated to make a larger living space? Be sure to let potential buyers know this important information. That small muddy stream in the back yard that you love, or the giant birch tree that you sit under in the summer to get some shade, the location, or anything else you might love. Someone else is bound to fall in love with the same things as you! 

6. Property investors and contractors can be possible buyers for your fixer upper homes. They can buy the house for the bargain price you sell it for, fix it, and then use it as a way to make a profit by renting it out, or reselling it after they finish the work that it needs. You may even want to highlight the investment potential when placing ads about selling your house.

If you are looking to buy or sell your fixer upper house for sale in South Hudson give Harmony Real Estate a call at (603) 883-8840 or visit our website at www.Harmony-RE.com. Our experienced agents would love to find you a great investment!