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Tips for Keeping Cool During the Summer Heat

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Steven

These are my favourite inexpensive tips to help keep you cool during the Summer Heat. Close the supply vents on the lower levels: Cold air will naturally travel to the lowest point. The furnace also has a harder time pushing up the … Continue reading →

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What is Title Search?

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Steven

Here in Ontario, the province keeps records on every piece of property. When a Lawyer or Realtor reviews these documents we call that a Title Search. Included in every standard Agreement of Purchase and Sale is the provision for a … Continue reading →

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Switching the Thermostat from “Cool” to “Heat”…

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Steven

Switching the thermostat from Cool to Heat has always marked a point during the year for me when I finally admit to myself that the warm season is over and the cold season begins. It is also a reminder to do some Autumn … Continue reading →

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Things that go Bump in the Night

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Steven

As we approach Halloween, I thought it would be appropriate to answer a question about certain strange sounds in the home. “Steve, every night when I lay in bed I hear knocking and when the furnace turns on there is a … Continue reading →

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Do I need a Tarion Warranty If I Build a New House?

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Steven

The Ontario New Home Warranty (Tarion Warranty) Program is run by the Tarion Corporation and is mandatory for all new homes built for sale here in Ontario. If you are building a new home for yourself you do not need … Continue reading →

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What Home Inspectors Don’t Tell You

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Steven

What Home Inspectors Don’t Tell You (Also Seen in Snap South Simcoe) Written By: Steven Silva Getting a Home Inspection when you buy a home is very wise. Unfortunately, Realtors and Buyers can rely too heavily on the Home Inspection … Continue reading →

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Tips to Reduce and / or Eliminate Basement Leakage

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Steven

With the coming of the “April Showers”, homes prone to basement leakage may start to experience some difficulties. Fortunately, basement leakage can often be resolved by some exterior maintenance without spending a huge amount of money. Foundation walls are not waterproof; they … Continue reading →

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What’s That? Thermostatic Mixing Valve… (Also Printed in March Snap South Simcoe)

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Steven

Above most hot water tanks today there is a device known as a Thermostatic Mixing Valve also called a hot water tempering device. Water from the hot water tank enters the valve on one end and cold water enters the other end. The valve then mixes the two together so that the water coming out of the taps is hot but not scalding. Continue reading →

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AskRealtorSteve: Shingles Blown Off My Roof Normal?

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Steven

AskRealtorSteve about Your New Home Warranty, Home Repair / Maintenance, Real Estate in general or issues you’re experiencing with your home. This Week’s Question: Hi Steve, we bought a brand new home from a builder in Bradford. Last year, after … Continue reading →

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Wintertime Home Advice – Part Two (Also Printed in February Snap South Simcoe)

Posted on January 2, 2011 by Steven

Every winter people look for ways to improve their home efficiency to reduce heating costs… …This month I will quickly touch on weather proofing and occupant lifestyles.
Weather Proofing Advice: Gaps in the building envelope allow warm air out and cold air in. On a cold day try…
…Lifestyle Advice: Changing the way you live can reduce your heating needs. Let in the southern light, since direct… Continue reading →

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