New Law Requires Carbon Monoxide Detectors in Homes

Effective July 1, 2011, California's Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act (SB-183) requires all residential property be equipped with a California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) approved carbon monoxide detector when the property has a fossil fuel burning heater or appliance, fireplace, or an attached garage, as follows:

All single-family homes (owner or tenant occupied) on or before July 1, 2011 and all residential units (duplex/apartment/condominium complex) must be equipped with a detector on or before January 1, 2013. For new construction, CO alarms must be hard-wired and interconnected.

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless and toxic gas. Because it is impossible to see, taste or smell the toxic fumes can kill individuals before they are aware it is in their home. At lower levels of exposure, CO causes mild effects that are often mistaken for the flu. These symptoms include headaches, dizziness, disorientation, nausea and fatigue. The effects of CO exposure can vary greatly from person to person depending on age, overall health and the concentration and length of exposure.

For more information on this new law visit the CAL FIRE website.

6710 Elverton Drive, Oakland, CA

This is the "View" home!
This superb property features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths with San Francisco Bay views from the terrace and every window of this hillside Mediterranean high in the Oakland hills. This exceptional executive home features soaring ceilings, window-wrapped open living and dining areas, eat-in gourmet kitchen, home office with private side entry, a master suite fit for a king, beautifully landscaped grounds with Koi pond & waterfall and huge, tiled view terraces, that will make you go ahh. It's a special home for "VIEW" lovers!  Offered at $1,169,000.  Call or email FRITZ for more info and visit the website at http://www.6710elverton.com/.

5588 Fernhoff Road, Oakland

This timeless contemporary masterpiece known as the "Joe Morgan" Estate, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright associate Aaron Green, commands 2.66 acres of prime Oakland Hills real estate with far reaching vistas of San Francisco Bay and beyond. The gated 5000+ sq.ft. residence features 4+ bedrooms, 4.5 baths with sweeping indoor and outdoor living and entertaining spaces, pool and tennis court all surrounded by splendid, landscaped grounds, that in true Frank Lloyd Wright fashion blend seamlessly with the architecture.


Nothing is left to be desired in this iconic masterpiece. Frank Lloyd Wright signature handcrafted built-in seating and cabinetry, hand picked fixtures and tile continue the harmony with the natural elements. More features include a luxurious master suite with dual bathrooms and closets, a glass framed family room opening to the pool, children and guest wing, sauna, wet bar and sunroom, three car garage, guest parking and state of the art security all within minutes of world class Bay Area amenities.

  This home is offered at $2,995,000.  Call Fritz or visit 5588Fernhoff.com for more details.

5652 Chappell Place Has it All

This is the home you have been waiting for! With gorgeous grounds and landscaping and fabulous SF Bay views, this glamorous contemporary ranch has it all. The light and airy interior includes 5 bedrooms and 6 baths (room for everybody), open entertaining areas, updated kitchen and bath, window wrapped  rooms leading to an outdoor kitchen, large patios and decks. Separate 2 bedroom, 2 bath in-law suite and parking for 10+ cars. This home has it all! Call me for more details.
Offered at $1,349,000.

308 Fairmount Avenue, Oakland, CA

CAR-FREE-LIVING
Work in downtown? You won't need a car and live fashionably green in this charming 2 BD, 1 bath cottage style bungalow near Lake Merritt, BART, downtown & Whole Foods. Featuring updated kitchen and bath, hardwood floors, huge basement with an open permit for expansion, deck and yard.

Offered at $349,000.  Open Sunday, May 1st, 2-5pm.  Call or email FRITZ for more information.

Second Chance to Buy 1615 Grand View Drive, Oakland!

This gorgeous Scandinavian inspired home is back on the market!  Offered at $649,000, this spacious home with soaring ceilings and great views in a prime Hiller Highlands location is about to make someone's dreams come true.  When it comes to selling your home, FRITZ is in the know. Call or email him today to see this beautiful property in person.

1615 Grand View Drive, Oakland

 

A striking Scandinavian inspired contemporary in a premier Hiller Highlands location.

This lofty two bedroom, two bath dwelling features soaring ceilings, window wrapped entertaining areas, a spectacular open master suite, radiant heated polished concrete floors, an open easy living floor design and a modern kitchen with level beautifully landscaped grounds and gorgeous east facing hill vistas and so much more.  In the years to come there may be copies, but this original can be yours NOW! Offered at $649,000.  Call or email for more information and visit the property website at  www.1615grandview.com/.

Spectacular 13170 Skyline Blvd., Oakland Features Breathtaking SF Bay Views

This could be it!  Breathtaking San Francisco Bay and Diablo Range vistas surround this exclusive Oakland Hills estate. Situated on more than 1.76 acres with park like gardens, fruit orchard, pool, spa and tennis court, this spectacular dwelling features Hollywood inspired interiors like the elevated Moroccan pasha room with wrap around veranda, floating wood/gas burning fireplaces, gorgeous Koa wood wet bar and built-ins, grand living and entertaining areas, a gigantic master suite with his and hers closets, sitting room and private gym and separate two-suite guest wing.  This fantastic home features 5 bedroom suites, 7 full baths, many flower bedecked view terraces, parking for 10+ cars and a fully integrated remote security system.

The ultimate private compound!  Offered at $1,999,000. Call or email Fritz for all the details on this one-of-a-kind home.