According to a recent study, the average homeowner pays more attention to kitchen stove safety than they do BBQ safety. But, the fact is, a BBQ mishap can be just as devastating. So, it pays to know the latest safety tips. 

• Keep BBQs at least 8 feet away from your house. 

• Check for venture tube blockages regularly. (Spiders are notorious for spinning webs in there.) 

• Clean the grill frequently to prevent flare ups. A grease fire on the grill can continue burning even after you’ve turned the BBQ off. 

• Don’t position your BBQ close to foliage, such as under a tree or next to shrubs. 

• Never BBQ in an enclosed area, such as a garage, even if the space is well ventilated. 

• Avoid leaving the grill unattended, especially when…

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You might naturally assume that it is most important to talk to a Realtor when you’re selling or buying a home. But there are many other circumstances in which it makes sense to give me a call. Here are a few examples. 

 1. When you’re at the “thinking about it” stage

If you’re just thinking about selling your home, and haven’t made a firm decision yet, you might feel uncomfortable calling a Realtor. Don’t be. In fact, we welcome your call. We can discuss what your current property will likely sell for on today’s market, and determine the type of home you qualify to buy. That way, you’ll have some clarity and be able to make a more informed decision. 

2. If you’re nervous about the selling process 

If you haven’t sold a home before, you might…

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Steps away from pathways, canals, parks & schools, this custom built, upgraded home is awaiting you! Large entry way, tile & hardwood flooring, stunning kitchen w/soft close drawers/cabinets (full height) & upgraded SS appliances: Wolf duel fuel stove w/gas cooktop & flat iron grilling, steam oven, sub zero wine fridge & the list goes on. Over-sized master bdrm w/walk in closet, tailored as a dress...ing room is sure to make getting ready a breeze. Relax in the stand alone tub & never get a chill w/the heated towel rack, or get ready at the marble counter his/her sinks. Laundry is made easy w/an upstairs laundry room: folding station, storage, sink & granite counters. Over sized 2nd bdrm, full bath+an office that could be converted to 3rd bedroom. Enjoy…

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If you want to transform a room into something that’s functional, beautiful and perfectly matched to your taste, then you might want to hire an interior designer.

It’s an interior designer’s job to come up with imaginative ideas that will wow you.

It’s a myth that interior designers just deal with paint colours, décor and furnishings. In fact, according to the Interior Designers Institute, these professionals have the training needed to handle all aspects of a renovation or remodeling project. They can direct a project from beginning to end.

Here are a couple reasons hiring an interior designer might be the right choice for you: 

  • Hiring a designer can help you to avoid costly mistakes that will not only help you save money but can…

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 Imagine this scenario...

You purchase a new home and move in. A few weeks later, you hear a strange rumbling sound. It’s the furnace. It’s only a year old, yet it’s sputtering like it’s twenty. You realize you’ll have to call in an HVAC contractor to get it fixed.

You’re thinking, “Ouch! This is going to be expensive.”

Well, maybe not. You see, since that furnace is relatively new, it might be covered by its original warranty — even for you, the new owner.

But a warranty is useless if you don’t know it exists. 

Recent studies suggest that upwards of 50% of people pay to get items fixed that were actually covered by a warranty. So, when purchasing a new home, be sure to ask this simple question: “What warranties do you have for items,…

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Some people don’t give hallways much thought when painting and decorating. Instead, they focus on rooms.
The fact is, a great looking hallway can have the same, if not more, impact than the most eye-catching family room or bedroom, especially when you need to go through the hallway to get there!
Here are some painting tips that can bring a dull hallway to life:
  • Paint the hallway the reverse of the rooms around it. If the rooms are dark, use light colours in the hall. If the rooms feature simple colours, consider being more dramatic in your choice of hallway paint.
  • In a longer hallway, using two shades of the same colour on perpendicular walls can make the space seem less tunnel-like. (The darker shade goes on the shorter walls.)
  • Darker colours…

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