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-tips/how-to-prevent-wa... Read more →
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Did you know aboutLambton Renovates?👨🔧👨🔧 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: ✔ï¸One-time assistance in the form of a 10-year forgivable loan, secured by re... Read more →
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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 pmto 7 am All-day on weekends and statutory holidays AC Unit Change AC filter regularly Remove debris Simple Changes to Incorporat... Read more →
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Checklist: 10 Things to Do Before Leaving Your Home for Vacation July 14, 2014byCoffee 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 keep up the regular maintenance s... Read more →
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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 you lots of ideas for needed improvements. Even small ... Read more →
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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 this 60 secondvideo for more ... Read more →
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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 – consid... Read more →
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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 reput... Read more →
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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 →
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The Blue Coast Team
169 Christina St N
Sarnia, ON
Coldwell Banker Southwest Realty, Brokerage
