Spring has Sprung in Arnold|CA

Spring time is a glorious time in Calaveras County. The garden centers are brimming with Veggie starts and it is all so tempting to feel that winter is over. Not so fast! If you have ever listened to some old time locals they will always tell you, Winter is not over until it snows on the Dogwoods. This equates to the third week in may or Frog Jump. 

Being an avid gardener myself I can tell you every time I test this old adage I end up scrambling to cover my young transplants while being pelted by hail or snow. Inevitably I will have a few that never fully recover. So if Tomatoes are in your future the best time to plant is once it Snows on the Dogwoods or the third week of may. 

Real Estate Values are on the rise and listing inventory is low. If you are planning on selling in the future or would like to know the value of your home, give us a call for an appointment. 

209-795-8234

Serving home Buyers and Sellers in the Greater Calaveras County. 

Angels Camp| Arnold| Dorrington| Camp Connell |Avery| Murphys| Vallecito| Bear Valley| San Andreas| Mountain Ranch| Copperopolis 

Contact one of our Agents

Mark your Calendars for the 

Calaveras County Frog Jumping Jubilee | 3rd Week of May 

MOUNTAIN SHOPPING

The Holidays are approaching so we wanted to make a list of our favorite places on the mountain for your gift-giving.

• Quyle Kilns- Local artists, pottery, welding, classes and more. 

• Turners Wild West- Western Wear

• Peddlers Market- Home Décor, Antiques, and More 

• Stories and Stones- Hidden Gems, Minerals, etc.

• Fine Things- Assortment of gifts and goodies. 

• Tutti.co.kids- Children's toys and clothes

• Calaveras Lumber- Tools, Hardware, Home Décor, and even Christmas Décor

• Moss and Rust- Plants, Plant care, T-shirts, and more. 

Quyle Kilns                                                            Turners Wild West Store

Peddlers Market                                      Stories and Stones

Fine Things                                                                      Tutti.co.kids 

Calaveras Lumber                         Moss and Rust

These are just some of the amazing stores in Calaveras County. Shop Local!! Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!! 

Finally, almost halfway to HALLOWEEN!

Costumes started as a way for Celts to disguise themselves on the night of Halloween from ghosts. Halloween was the night to be believed that ghosts can come to haunt the living. 

Zuna is ready with her costume and is fearlessly waiting for ALL HALLOWS EVE. If you want to see Zuna all dressed up come visit us at Better Altitude Properties! 

The Watering Hole Murphys California 

After several months of watching construction of their new Restaurant, the Watering Hole is now open for business.  We are excited to have a new food establishment in Murphys. With 40 Beers on tap and a rotating menu there is something for everyone. Your choice of indoor and outdoor seating.  Located on the corner of Big Trees Rd and Creek View Rd makes the Watering Hole a convenient location for Lunch and Dinner. To view their Menu or a list of their current Draft list visit their website here .

If you are Buying or selling in Murphys Ca or have any Real Estate questions call one of our dedicated agents today 

The importance of Winterizing your Arnold and Dorrington CA Real Estate 

Glen was able to catch up with Aaron Johnson of Johnson Plumbing services to talk about the importance of winterizing your Arnold and Dorrington Ca Real Estate. Winterizing your cabin is key to saving yourself a ton of money and hassle due to frozen pipes. If you find yourself in need of a plumber in the Arnold and Dorrington Ca area. Give Johnson Plumbing service a call 209-292-3766 Free Downloadable Winterizing instructions CLICK HERE

How to Winterize your Cabin 

1. Water Heater: Turn off the power to your electric water heater,

or turn your gas water heater control to pilot position.

2. Main Water Valve: Close the main water shut off valve.

3. Cold Water Lines: Open all hose bibs and cold water drain

valves.

4. Hot Water Lines: Open the pressure and temperature relief valve

on your water heater. Open any hot water drain valves. (Note:

The pressure and temperature relief valve should have a pipe

connected to it to drain water outside the house).

5. Household Faucets: Open all faucets, turn and shower mixing

valves. Single handle faucets should be left on in the center

position. Dual handle faucets should be opened on both the hot

and cold sides. Three handled tub and shower valves must have

all three controls left open.

6. Toilets: Flush all toilets, holding the handle down until as much

water as possible has been drained from the tank.

7. Dishwasher: Drain your dishwasher line by running the dishwasher

in the fill cycle for approximately 60 seconds.

8. Washing Machine: Drain the washing machine lines by running

the machine in the warm wash cycle for approximately 60 seconds.

9. Antifreeze: Pour 1/4 cup of antifreeze in all drains, including tub

and shower drains. Pour 1/4 cup into toilet tanks and 1/2 cup

into toilet bowls.

10. LEAVE ALL FAUCETS AND HOSE BIBS OPEN.

It’s the start of a holiday weekend and old man winter has blown In with a Vengeance.

The roads are messy as lots of Folks start out on our Roads to enjoy this holiday. Please remember to drive carefully and pay attention for road hazards both on the Hwy and in the subdivisions.

Here are some of our local companies that can help you out in this snowstorm and throughout the winter months. Most of these vendors are already out working hard for their existing and new customers so be prepared to be patient.

All of us at Better Altitude Properties are wishing you a happy and safe Holiday. Remember if you have any Real Estate needs now or in the future feel free to call on us 209-795-8234.

Check out Better Altitudes Properties Webcam, click on the photo.

Need to get out?  Stay warm? Here are some numbers you may need:

Snow Removal

Bill Cooper 209-795-5475

Everett Snow Removal 209-795-7410 Arnold area (no Lakemont or Golfcourse side of Meadowmont)

Snider Snow Removal 209-795-2847 (Dorrington only)

Houle Construction 209-768-7016

Ron Wright 209-795-6710

Sapien Snow Removal 209-795-6135

Snow blowing and shoveling 

Country Yard Care 209-897-0013

Hwy 4 Homes 209-206-8110

Heating and Air

Angels Sheet Metal Inc. 209-736-4541

Calaveras Climate Control 209-795-6006

Ebbetts Pass Gas Services 209-795-1391

AirServe 209-774-9385

Paul D. Bertini Plumbing & Heating 209-795-2935

Murphy’s Heating and Air 209-768-9910

Out and about...let's check out the roads: 

Need to be Towed:

AAA at 800-AAA-HELP (800-222-4357) or Sam Berri Towing (209) 728-3931

Need Chains:

Ace Hardware 209-795-1331, Arnold Auto Supply 209-795-2722 and Arnold Tire & Auto Care 209-795-7848 

Report a Power Outage: 1-800-743-5002 or click below for more information.

Better Altitude Properties

With Strong Roots where we Live, Work & Play.

Do you want to know what is happening around town this winter???  

Well, we have a book for you!  Our new Better Altitude Fall-Winter Activity Guide is available now!!!

Click on the book for the online version:

or stop by one of these locations and pick up a hard copy in our Better Altitude Properties Birdhouses.

Better Altitude Properties - 1771 Highway 4, Suite F, Arnold, CA

Big Trees Market - 2182 Highway 4, Arnold, CA 

Brice Station Vineyards - 3353 Highway 4, Murphys, CA

Camp Connell Store - 4036 Highway 4, Camp Connell, CA

Chevron - 960 Highway 4, Arnold, CA

Dollar General - 1799 Highway 4, Arnold, CA

El Vaquero - 925 Highway 4, Arnold, CA

Kwik Serve - 1297 Highway 4, Arnold, CA 

Have questions about insurance?

We are experiencing daily calls from clients and residents concerning the cancelation of insurance policies on their homes and cabins.  This is mostly due to the recent fire history in California.  While the insurance industry shifts their policy underwriting, know that there are options for your consideration.  From our resources we have compiled a list of insurance agencies writing new policies in Calaveras county.  

Whether it’s advice on the fire insurance situation, local vendors or market conditions, Better Altitude Properties is the community leader for resources and Real Estate guidance.  If you are considering selling or if you would simply like to know the value of your home, call us for a Comparative Market Analysis.

With Strong Roots where we Work, Live and Play.

209-795-8234

Jim Bailey  

City Underwriting Agency

465 South Main Street, 

Angels Camp, CA 95222

(209) 813-7141 Office

(209) 743-9176 Cell 

jbailey@cuagency.com

Caldwell Insurance

14566 Mono Way, 

Sonora, CA  95370  

(209) 532-5102 

info@caldwell-insurance.com 

Dewaine Jackson

Black Bear Insurance

90 Copper Cove Dr., #E, 

Copperopolis, CA 95228

(209) 785-1800

Ddj4ins@caltel.com

Terry Briggs 

Lighthouse Risk and Insurance 

(707) 246-5026

Terry.briggs@lighthouserisk.com

Steve Valencia

Athena Insurance & Financial Services

205 Court Street, Jackson, CA  95642   

(209) 223-1870

steve@athenainsurance.com 

Javier Ortiz

Beach & O’Neill

7520 Greenback Lane, 

Citrus Heights, CA 95610   

(916) 676-0844 Office

(916) 317-1533 Cell

Tamelyn Job

Cutler Segerstrom

1030 Greenly Road, Sonora, CA  95370   

(209) 533-1913

Tamelyn-job@levitt.com 

Ken Martin

Blake Elliott Insurance Agency, Inc.

Blue Lake Springs, Arnold, CA  95223   

(209) 324-7053

kmartin@beins1.com 

Tom Pratt

New Front Insurance

(209) 206-3390

William Yates

Next Step Insurance Solutions

PO Box 641723, San Francisco, CA 94164

(925) 818-4500

wyates@nextstep-ins.com

We have just learned that our office has been voted 'Best Real Estate Office' for the Lodestar 2018 Best of the Motherlode!! This is our second year in a row and we want to express our sincere gratitude for each of your votes!  

As if Calaveras County and the Highway Four Corridor weren't wonderful enough, we are so grateful to be apart of this beautiful community.  It is such a blessing to watch our neighborhoods grow and see the delight on each client's face as they become a part of it. This area is truly so special.  From Frog Jump to Murphys Open House, Calaveras County is such a rich gem in the Sierra Foothills.  We are blessed with so many diverse businesses and recreational activities.  

We enjoy participating in local parades and sponsoring events, such as the Brice Station Vineyard's Shakespeare on the Vine and Hermitfest Music Festival.  2018 is sure to be full of many more exciting adventures, and we hope you will join us for the ride.  

From all of us here at Better Altitude Properties, thank you again.  

Holiday Season in Calaveras County 

Baby, it's cold outside!  The holidays are upon us, with Thanksgiving just a few weeks away and Christmas / New Year to follow shortly. 

What to do... What to do...?   

Well, on the evening of Friday the 24th of November come on down to Blagen Road in Arnold to catch us at the annual Christmas in White Pines Parade! 

*2016 White Pines Parade Float 

We're working hard on our float, and we can't wait for you to see it! The parade begins at 7 pm, bring a jacket and a chair! 

Busy on the Friday after turkey day? NO WORRIES! Catch us the following Friday, December 1st at the Murphys Open House Parade in downtown Murphys. This parade begins at 5:30, starting at the Murphys Hotel and going along toward Alchemy Cafe. Both of these parades are free to the public, so don your Santa hat and warmest coat and come wave us along!  

Other holiday events in the area include the Dorrington tree lighting on Saturday, November 25th at 7 pm at the Dorrington Hotel.  Saturday, December 2nd will be the annual Breakfast with Santa buffet brunch at Ironstone Vineyards.  Call now to reserve your seat! 209-728-1251

Start your holiday shopping by making a stop at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds in Angels Camp on Saturday, November 18th from 10 am - 4 pm to check out the Crafty Chicks Road Show and support some local vendors this season. 

The holidays are truly a magical time of year, and we hope to spend them with you in good cheer.  Come by our office at 1771 Highway 4 in Arnold for a warm cup of coffee, tea or cider.  The more the merrier!