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Tarion Part 1: Introduction to the Ontario New Home Warranty Program
New Homes in Ontario basically fall under two categories. Homes built for personal use and Homes built for sale to customers. Both must meet Ontario Building Code but only New Homes built for...
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Ask Steve Q&A: Missing Insulation in New Home
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...
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Wintertime Home Advice – Part Two (Also Printed in February Snap South Simcoe)
Every winter people look for ways to improve their home efficiency to reduce heating costs. Last month I discussed heating systems and insulation. This month I will quickly touch on weather proofing...
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AskRealtorSteve: Shingles Blown Off My Roof Normal?
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...
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What’s That? Thermostatic Mixing Valve… (Also Printed in March Snap South...
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...
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Q: “Do I need a Tarion Warranty if I build house myself?”
Question: “Do I need a Tarion Warranty if I build a house myself?” Response: If you are building a home for yourself here in Ontario and not for resale, you do not need a Tarion Warranty. As a matter...
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When can a Landlord Enter a Rental Unit?
Hi Steven, I need your advice….my landlord is asking me to co-ordinate a time with her for a home inspection of the house I am living in, and renting from her. I have never heard of this? Why would...
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What Home Inspectors Don’t Tell You
This Article has been updated here: What Home Inspectors Don’t Tell You What Home Inspectors Don’t Tell You (Also Seen in Snap South Simcoe) Written By: Steven Silva Getting a Home Inspection when...
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Do I need a Tarion Warranty If I Build a New House?
The Ontario New Home Warranty (Tarion Warranty) Program is run by the Tarion Corporation and is mandatory for all new homes built for sale here in Ontario. If you are building a new home for yourself...
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What is Title Search?
Here in Ontario, the province keeps records on every piece of property. When a Lawyer or Realtor reviews these documents we call that a Title Search. Included in every standard Agreement of Purchase...
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