Tag Archives: Bondhead

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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Ask Steve Q&A: Missing Insulation in New Home

Posted on December 16, 2010 by Steven

The first “Ask Steve” column has been published in the Bradford Times: “The Bradford Times will be introducing a new feature, once or twice a month – Ask Steve. Steven Silva is a Sales Rep with Royal LePage-Your Community Realty, but … Continue reading →

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BWG Market Watch November 2010

Posted on December 10, 2010 by Steven

BRADFORD WEST GWILLIMBURY MARKET WATCH Greater Toronto REALTORS® reported 28 sales in Bradford West Gwillimbury [N18] through the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in November 2010.  This represents a 20 percent decrease compared to the 35 sales recorded in November 2009. … Continue reading →

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