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It's Raining it's Pouring- is your home protected??? 💦 Check out some TIPS we found you! 👉https://www.directenergy.com/learning-center/weather-readiness/prepare-your-home-against-floods 👉https://www.insurancehotline.com/protect-your-home-from-flooding-and-water-damage/ 👉https://www.houselogic.com/organize-maintain/home-maintenance Read more →

Posted at Friday, Jul 20, 2018 PM | Permalink

Did you know about Lambton Renovates? ðŸ‘¨‍🔧👨‍🔧   The County of Lambton is now accepting 2018 applications for funding through the Lambton Renovates Program.📰📰   The Lambton Renovates program offers financial assistance to eligible households as follows:   ✔️One-time assistance in the form of Read more →

Posted at Thursday, May 31, 2018 PM | Permalink

Don’t let the heat break your bank!!    Close your windows, curtains & blinds! This traps cooler air inside   Ceiling Fans Promote healthy air circulation inside the home Should turn counterclockwise in the summer   Use the off-peak hours!! Weekdays from 7 pm to 7 am All-day on weekends and statutory Read more →

Posted at Jun 30, 2018 PM | Permalink

Checklist: 10 Things to Do Before Leaving Your Home for Vacation July 14, 2014 by Coffee with Julie    Going on a long trip and wondering where to start? Here’s our family’s checklist for what to do before leaving for vacation. I hope you find it helpful! 1. Hire a house sitter or someone to check-in on your home regularly: It’s important to ke Read more →

Posted at May 18, 2018 PM | Permalink

Tip Tuesday   Home Improvements you can do on a $100 budget    ✅Spend an Hour With a pro   Ask your realtor or an interior designer to visit and check out your home. There may be consultation fees - be sure to ask. Check with several designers in your area; a standard hourly fee is normally less than $100, and in an hour they can give Read more →

Posted at Tuesday, Jun 19, 2018 PM | Permalink

Knob & Tube Wiring What is it? Is it safe?   How to spot it: ✅ Look up at the joist & you'll see a porcelain knob with the wire going through it   If purchasing a home with knob and tube wiring: ✅ Talk with your insurance company✅ Some won't insure your home or may give you a deadline to remove it✅ Talk to a good electrician   Watch Read more →

Posted at May 09, 2018 PM | Permalink

It’s no secret in the real estate world that the more attractive your home looks to potential buyers, the more likely it will be to sell quickly and for a good price. So, obviously, you want to do everything you can to ensure your home “shows” well. But before you invest in a major renovation or other costly improvements – which may not be necessary – consi Read more →

Posted at Monday, Oct 30, 2017 PM | Permalink

There’s a lot of competition in the housing market these days. When you put your home up for sale, you’re bound to be up against several other similar listings. That’s why it is important to make sure your property is in a good state of repair so that it makes a good impression on potential buyers. Here are some things that may need your attention or the help of a repu Read more →

Posted at May 24, 2017 PM | Permalink

Burglary is among the greatest concerns of most families and homeowners, yet home security is something many of us take for granted. Typically, it is only when we become aware of a disturbing incident – or suffer the personal trauma of being a victim – that we actually take steps towards making our homes more secure. The more common access areas, such as front, rear and garag Read more →

Posted at May 10, 2017 PM | Permalink