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21/12/2022 0 Comments

happy holidays & best wishes for the new year

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The Covid-19 pandemic has reshaped how we do a lot of things, including the Holiday Season

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13/3/2022 0 Comments

donate to the ukraine humanitarian appeal

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Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of supporters, the Government of Canada match of $30 million has been met as of March 4, 2022. Your donation will support those impacted by the crisis in Ukraine. Thank you for your generosity.


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15/2/2022 0 Comments

FREEZING RAIN VS. RAIN ON FROZEN GROUND

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Freezing rain is defined as rain kept at below-freezing temperatures by the surrounding air, which subsequently freezes on contact with things like roofs, trees and roads.


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14/2/2022 0 Comments

​WETT Inspections Increasingly Difficult to Get

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​While homeowners may require inspection of a woodburning stove, fireplace or furnace for personal safety and insurance purposes, increasing numbers of WETT Certified individuals are declining to provide this service for a variety of reasons.

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9/2/2022 0 Comments

getting the most from your home buying team

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​​(NC) - For many of us, our home will be our most significant asset. Therefore, it makes sense to employ the services of top-notch professionals when setting out to buy. Referrals from friends, family, or other housing professionals are always a good place to start looking for these key players:

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19/1/2022 0 Comments

Should you be worried about wood smoke?

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​(NC) There’s nothing like a warm fire on a cold day to nurture your soul. But despite its cozy scent, wood smoke contains pollutants that can be harmful, including chemicals and fine particles. Fine particles can penetrate deep into your lungs and bloodstream, sometimes leading to serious health effects or even death.

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10/1/2022 0 Comments

alternatives to pre-purchase home inspections

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If there had been a pre-listing inspection, he would still have them in a row.

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27/12/2021 0 Comments

disposable appliances (just my rant)

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​We might as well face the fact that our new appliances won’t last as long as the old ones. Getting your money’s worth from major kitchen and laundry appliances these days is becoming more and more difficult – and expensive!

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16/12/2021 1 Comment

when the chickens come home to roost

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Shortcuts are like chickens; they always come home to roost.

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13/12/2021 0 Comments

House Poor:  3 ways to end up a church mouse

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​A third of Canadians say they're "house poor" and twenty percent regret their purchases.

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    Gil Strachan is a professional home inspector, representing Electrospec Home Inspection Services in east-central Ontario since 1994.

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