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Thinking of moving to Brampton?

Summer is here so lets get off the couch and enjoy this beautiful weather with some of Brampton’s most popular attractions.  There is entertainment for everyone, kids, friends, adults, couples, seniors and even your pets!

Here are some places to consider:

- GAGE PARK 

Corner of Main & Wellington

- WILD WATER KINGDOM

7855 Finch Avenue West

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-CLAIREVILLE RANCH HORSEBACK RIDING
 

7734 Creditview Road

-CHINGUACOUSY PARK

 Corner of Bramalea Road and Queen Street East 

-PROFESSORS LAKE
 

1660 North Park Dr

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ecoEnergy Retrofit-Home Grant Program

The government of Canada has announced and extention of the popular ecoENERGY Home Retrofit Program to help homeowners invest in energy-efficient upgrades and reduce the burden of high-energy costs. Owners of most houses, four-season recreational properties and low-ride multi-unit residential buildings can register to be eligible for the program from June 6, 2011 to March 31, 2012. This program will grant Canadians rebates of up to $5,000 for home energy retrofits.

Ontario Homeowners can Choose from a shopping list of renovations grants:

Furnaces – high-efficiency gas or oil, up to $790

Central air conditioners – replacement $250

Hot water heaters – condensing gas or tankless/instantaneous gas $375

Windows and doors - $40 for each replacement unit

Attic or roof – insulation up to $750

Toilets - $65 for each replacement unit

Crawl space- insulation up to $1000

 

For more information on how to apply for these grants please feel free to contact me.

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HOME INSPECTION- INTERIOR

Not only do home inspectors inspect the condition of the exterior of your home but they will thoroughly inspect the interior as well. Here are 6 important things to know before the interior of your home is inspected:

1. WALLS, FLOORS & CEILINGS

• Water damages! Your home will be checked for any signs of water damage. This is presented as mold or stains. They will also inspect for any signs of insects and/or pests.
• Pluming fixtures will get extra attention from your inspector.

2.  APPLIANCES

• Inspectors will give all appliances a full cycle run to ensure they are working properly.

3. ELECTRICAL, COOLING & HEATING SYSTEMS

• All outlets, light fixtures and circuit breakers will be tested to ensure they are working properly.

• Furnace, monitor and response of the thermostat and an assessment of overall ventilation of the home are inspected.

4. PLUMBING

•  Around all fixtures and pipes are inspected or leaks.

•  Water pressure is checked on all facets.

•  Water damage inspection around bathtubs and showers.

5. BASEMENT

•  Walls, floors and ceilings are checked for water damage.

6. CHIMNEY AND FIREPLACE

•  Inspection for loose bricks and morter. Assess of overall stability and check for ruptures within the chimney

 

 

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HOME INSPECTION- EXTERIOR

Home inspections are done when people are trying to sell their homes. A number of things are examined throughout the home during this process. In order for your home inspection to run smoothly, here are six essential things to know that an inspector will be looking for:

1. FOUNDATION

 If cracks are found within the foundation of your home there is a good chance that an even further inspection may be needed to check the strength and durability of the construction of your home

2. ROOF

Leaks! First your roof will be inspected for leaks. If your roof is leak free then the inspector will determine if your roof shows any flaws that will/could cause leaks in the future.

3. DRAINAGE

Prevent flooding! The land your home sits on should slope away from the home and 6-8 inches of concrete should be visible. Also all drainage and gutter spouts should be angled away from your home.

4. WINDOWS & DOORS

All windows and doors should open and close, be properly sealed and have screens properly intact.

5. SIDING, TRIM, GUTTERS & PAINT

An inspector will check for bubbling/cracking on the exterior siding and paint. Rain gutters will be checked for overall condition.

6. DECKS & PORCHES

Rot! An inspector will thoroughly inspect for any kind of rot or decay.

 

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Increasing the Value of Your Home

Here are ten tips that will automatically increase the value of your home!

 

1. An updated kitchen

2. Modern bathrooms

3. Well appointed master suite

4. Natural materials

5. Curb appeal

6. A light airy spacious feel

7. New windows

8. Landscaping

9. Lots of storage

10. A finished basement

So if you are thinking about moving maybe some renovations would be beneficial first.

 

 

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10 Things to Know When Selling Your Home

If you are wanting to sell your home here is an informative list of liabilities that may prevent you from selling your home as quickly as you'd like it to.

1. A Pool (not everyone has children or wants the maintanence)
2. No garage/ small garage
3. Garbled floor plan
4. Outdated appliances/systems
5. Stale or overly personal décor
6. An old roof
7. Bad location
8. Environmental hazards
9. A laundry list of needed improvements

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Seal Your Interlock and Never Pick a Weed Again!

If you are considering laying interlock on your property and are having second thoughts because you are thinking of those dreadful weeds peaking through every crack . . . THINK AGAIN. With Techniseal Polymeric Sand, water washouts, ants and weeds are eliminated! This product is a sand type material that is swept into the cracks, watered and dries like cement.

You can find great product this at your nearest hardwood store.

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YOUR WEEDING DAYS ARE OVER!

 

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