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Tips for Growing Your Own Herb Garden
Decorating on a Budget:
The Master Bedroom
SUDBURY
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SUDBURY EVENTS FOR JULY 2015
14 DECORATING ON A BUDGET: THE MASTER BEDROOM
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6 TIPS FOR GROWING
YOUR OWN HERB GARDEN
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TOP TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR
HOME SAFE WHILE ON VACATION
32 AWESOME ENERGY-SAVING IDEAS FOR YOUR HOME
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We recently listed our home of thirty years with the Chris Penny Team. We were very pleased with the “gentle” handling of our sale. Chris reassured us from the first meeting and we continued to have wonderful service from Natasha, who promptly responded to all our questions. Chris took the time to walk us through every step of the process and Natasha provided all the support when I found the process puzzling or hard to understand.
Chris Penny and team did not disappoint. They were on top of it every step of the way. At no point was I not able to get a hold of someone or feel like I didn’t know what was going on. The email feedback system was particularly impressive as it let you know not only how many showings you had and when, but also how they went. I liked knowing if the house was showing well and should there be something that was getting negative attention, I would know about it through the feedback and have the opportunity to do something about it. Anyway, I sold the house in roughly six days when many others were taking well over a month. Would definitely list with Chris again!
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Valley East - Capreol Address: 212 Hanna Ave Perfect family home in Capreol. This 4 level side split offers a double interlock driveway with extra space to park your RV or boat. Access the trails from your spacious fully fenced backyard which also includes two sheds. The inside of this home is immaculate. Features include 3 large bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, newer roof (2012), newer gas fireplace (2013), open-concept dining/living room, new stainless appliances and the list goes on. (gas-$900/water$864/hydro $2196). Call Derek Goudreau Sales Representative 705-690-0745
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Sudbury Events for July 2015 July is Sudbury’s hottest month, and it’s not just the thermometers that get excited! Summer is in full swing, with families and singles getting out and about to enjoy everything our great city has to offer. Here’s a selection of some great events that are happening in July:
Lunch On A Lake Concert July 3 Get the month started with a relaxing free show at the Vale Living With Lakes Centre. Jamie Dupuis will play the guitar from 12:00 - 1:00 pm while you survey the calming waters and tuck into your lunch. This is a picnicstyle event where you’re responsible for your own food - bring something tasty! Centre staff recommend parking in Parking Lot 15 off South Bay Road. Star Party July 10 and 24 Science North is holding two of its celebrated Star Parties in July on the 10th and the 24th, both starting at 9:30 pm. The summer heat will make it easy to get a closer look at the stars without having to bundle up! (Bring something to keep the
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mosquitos at bay, though.) A broad array of high-powered telescopes and binoculars will be available so you can get the closest possible look at the astronomical wonders of the sky. Check the Science North website for details. Butterfly Count 2015 July 11 The staff of naturalists at Killarney Provincial Park need your help to chase butterflies! This volunteer effort will develop data for the North American Butterfly Association. It’s an all-day event which includes a free dinner at the end of the count. Bring along your own lunch, plenty of sunscreen, and a sturdy pair of shoes.
Don’t let the heat get you down in July. It’s high time to get out and experience everything Sudbury has to offer you this summer.
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Muy Caliente Free Salsa Lessons July 30 Do warm temperatures put you in the mood for some spicy Latin dancing? Drop by the SRO Nightclub and Lounge on Thursday evening to get some complimentary Salsa dancing lessons! The club opens at 8:00 pm and lessons start at 8:30. Stick around for plenty of hot action on the dance floor featuring Salsa classics along with the latest tunes. This is a recurring event that SRO hosts on the last Thursday of every month.
Art Gallery of Sudbury Camps As usual, the Art Gallery of Sudbury has a wide range of activities planned for artloving kids in July. Check the Gallery’s website to get all the details and register online. If you’re a parent and you’re looking for an inspirational and educational summer art program for your kids to take part in, you can’t go wrong with these choices:
Open Studio Days July 7-9 and 14-16 Give your kids a chance to express themselves under the guidance of fully trained instructors in a safe, creative environment. Each open studio session is a single-day event that runs from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the sessions have an age range of 7 - 12 so there’s something for everyone. continued on next page...
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Sudbury Events for July 2015 continued... Meet The Group of Seven July 6 - July 10 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Ages 8-14 This camp will familiarize your children with the legendary “Group of Seven,” Canada’s foremost 20th century landscape artists. Hands-on instruction is blended with visits to inspirational locations around Sudbury the Group painted themselves.
Around The World With Clay July 20 - July 24 Full day camp (10:00 am - 4:00 pm) for ages 7-12 Half day camp (1PM - 4 PM) for ages 4-6 This week long camp will give kids a chance to fully explore the sculptural possibilities of clay. They’ll be creating reliefs, mosaics, fossils, and much more!
The Adventures of YOU July 6 - July 10 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Ages 5-7 Let your child star in his or her own comic adventure! Instructors will guide campers through the comic creation process.
Masterpiece Studio July 27 - July 31 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Ages 10-15 Give older children a chance to really explore their creativity in this hands-on camp. Campers will learn about great artists of the past and get a chance to work alongside some of Sudbury’s finest contemporary artists.
Super Heroes Unite July 13 - July 17 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Ages 5-7 Children will be shown how to create characters and comic books of their very own in this imaginative week-long camp. Eco-Art Explorers (Half day) July 13 - July 17 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Ages 4-6 Let your children explore the natural world and learn about art at the same time! This camp will concentrate on using natural materials to create art. Junior Picasso July 17 10:00 am - 11:30 am, Ages 2-4 with caregiver This one-day program is a great way to get your youngest children involved with art. Come along to see the fun -- and to join in! Coldwell Banker Charles Marsh Real Estate Brokerage
Eco-Art Explorers (Full day) July 27- July 31 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Ages 5-7 Like its shorter cousin earlier in the month, this course will show your children the connection between the beauties of the natural world and the art they can create. Don’t let the heat get you down in July. It’s high time to get out and experience everything Sudbury has to offer you this summer. Whether you want to dance, learn, dine, or simply enjoy yourself, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to do so this month!
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Valley East - South End Address: 1471&1477 Paris St Owner retiring, 2 buildings for sale in prime location in South End of city, R3 zoning allows a lot of potential for these properties. Current rents & conditions reflect the long term tenants. Note: 1471 Paris has 75 frontage & 1477 Paris has 14.61 frontage. Both buildings are side by side and are a package deal. ***Please NOTE*** Taxes for 1471- $6,600.00/2014/ Taxes for 1477- $3,404.00/2014 Call Angela Snow Sales Representative 705-929-3337
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Sudbury Minnow Lake Address: 20 Jeanine St This unique expanded bungalow has it all. Custom details are expressed throughout the home. Endless opportunities are waiting for you. Some features include 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, open concept plan, walkout off dining nook to deck overlooking landscaped yard , cozy gas fireplace n living room wrapped in cultured stone, ceramic tile and bamboo flooring throughout main floor, attached double car garage, central air, paved driveway and so much more HST included in list price. Call Angela Snow Sales Representative 705-929-3337
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Being on my own I was stressed and apprehensive with the selling of my home. I have only praise for the efficiency of The Chris Penny Team. Chris I truly appreciated the time you took to walk me through this transition. Obviously my home was in the perfect price range. Your online feedback is a very good feature. Natasha was always there to answer my questions no matter how trivial. Miss Snow did an excellent job walking the right clients through my home. I was amazed at the quick sale I will be sure to recommend your team. Thank You! Sincerely, Pauline Carlson
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Decorating on a Budget: The Master Bedroom Buying a house is the first step in
getting things into place is a lack of
This doesn’t mean that you need to
owning a home; they aren’t the same
expendable money, especially when
spend a lot of money on making it
thing. The process of creating a home
it comes to the rooms that aren’t
this way, though. There are a lot of
that reflects your tastes and life
often seen by other people.
inexpensive and creative ways to add
circumstances never fully ends, but
your own personalized touch to the
you should try to put as much effort
The master bedroom shouldn’t be
as possible into the first big phase of
neglected just because it is rarely
purchasing furniture and arranging
seen by anyone besides the people
Before doing anything else, make
decor. It’s easy to assume this will
who sleep in it! You will be spending
sure that everything in the bedroom
be a casual process that will fall into
more time in your bedroom than any
is there for a reason. Don’t fall
place on its own, but this mentality
other room in the house, especially if
into the trap of tossing things into
results in homes that look unfinished
you have a TV in there. The bedroom
the bedroom to keep them out of
and don’t have a cohesive decor. One
should be the most comfortable and
public view or just to get them out
thing that stops people from quickly
nurturing room in the whole house.
of the way. Right now, this your first
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Finish the Look
Another way to reduce clutter is
step. There’s nothing worse than
to install shelving. This can be a
having to clear things out of the way
A headboard gives a bed a finished
deceptively tricky project, and some
before being able to fall into bed.
look, and adding one is a good way
people resist the idea of reducing wall
Find somewhere else to keep these
for you to distinguish your house
space in this way when they’d rather
unnecessary items and free up space
from previous apartments and dorm
place a chair or table against that
for the things that will define the new
rooms. Before, you may have allowed
surface. Two or three small shelves
style of your bedroom.
a sense of impermanence to get in
above the bed and other pieces of
the way of integrating decorating
furniture may not resolve significant
details that could not be easily
storage issues, but they are a great
moved.
doesn’t
way to prevent the room from being
Do a bit of research and planning
need to be the traditional kind that
overrun by small nicknacks and
before investing in bedding. Some
attaches to the bed frame. It could be
framed photographs. Don’t ignore
people know from the outset what
any kind of wide-set detailing that
the decorative potential of these
colours they want everything to
fills the space over the bed. Some
shelves. Paint them a fun colour, or
be, and they can be fairly confident
retailers sell swirling metal pieces
if you used wallpaper on other small
that their first choices will be right
that arch upward in the middle and
pieces, use it on the shelves as well.
for them. However, other people
are meant to be used for this purpose.
may want to build variability into
You could also purchase inexpensive
Setting up a master bedroom that
their decor. If you feel this way, or
headboard stencils and paint your
speaks to you is more about removing
perhaps just feel uncomfortable
own design, in any colour you want.
unnecessary and distracting pieces
Beautiful Bedding
The
headboard
spending a fair amount of money on one bedspread, consider purchasing
than it is about bringing new decor Cut the Clutter
into the room. If you treat every
a plain comforter and two or three
aspect of your bedroom like a design
cover slips to put over it. As long as
Avoid clutter by decorating the
feature, you’ll be able to create a
they all complement the rest of the
furnishings you already have instead
functional and appealing living space
bedroom’s colour scheme, you can
of trying to make room for new pieces
in no time.
switch out the covers as often as
of artwork. Dressers can be repainted
you want. You would be completely
and
refreshing the character of the room,
handles in a single afternoon. To add
even if you didn’t change anything
a new design element to the room,
else. As an added bonus, the covers
think about covering small pieces of
can be washed often and easily, and
furniture in wallpaper. It makes a big
damaged ones can be replaced at a
artistic impact to intersperse small
minimal cost.
patterned pieces throughout a room
fixed
with
new
decorative
that is full of large, solid-coloured items.
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Sudbury Minnow Lake Address: 106 Eclipse Welcome to 106 Eclipse Cr. This two year old semi features attached single car garage with lots of storage space, 2+1 beds, 2 baths, open concept, walkout off kitchen to deck with privacy wall, lots of laminate, wrought iron railings, finished family room with walkout to landscaped yard, plus central air. Great Value and quick closing available. Call Angela Snow Sales Representative 705-929-3337
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SOLD Sudbury - Livley Address: 66 Dillon’s Trail Fantastic two storey in quiet family friendly neighbourhood in Lively. This home is situated in a low traffic cul-de-sac. It offers 3 bedrooms and a possible 4th in the lower level, a large master with cheater suite, open concept dining and living room, patio doors off kitchen which leads you to a spacious deck with beautiful views of nature’s finest. The rec room is fully sound proofed, ideal for the musician in the family and a walkout to the patio perfect for your hot tub. You will be disappointed if you miss this opportunity! Call Derek Goudreau Sales Representative 705-690-0745
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6 Tips for Growing Your Own Herb Garden Even in the dead of winter, nothing satisfies the soul and the stomach more than a nice hot meal seasoned with a mix of herbs grown in your own garden. Whether it’s a simple bowl of tomato soup with basil and a grilled cheese sandwich or a complex stew, a mix of herbs can turn basic food into a gastronomic delight. Unfortunately, many people especially in northern climates are reluctant to grow herbs because of the short growing season and the harsh winter that punishes almost all plants. That leaves them at the mercy of the grocery store for the flavour of herbs which are frequently the most expensive items on a per pound basis.
On the bright side, herbs are some of the easiest plants to grow either in containers or in the garden and can provide you with year round flavour at a fraction of the cost. A garden with basil, rosemary, marjoram, cilantro, thyme, parsley, chives, oregano, sage, and lavender is a delight to smell in the summer and a blessing on winter tables. Like almost all plants, herbs need only three things to grow successfully: welldrained and nutritious soil, moisture, and sunshine. The following are tips for growing better herbs regardless of the climate zone. Containers Herbs growing in small windowsill pots are a common Coldwell Banker Charles Marsh Real Estate Brokerage
sight, but they can be effectively grown in larger pots that can be moved outdoors when the weather is nice. This will increase the availability of herbs when you need them. Raised Beds Raised beds are an excellent way to grow vegetables but several smaller ones can serve as a great herb garden, allowing room for multiple varieties of plants. The elevated beds warm up faster in spring because of the smaller volume of soil and can be covered with a clear plastic to also serve as a cold frame or mini greenhouse during the transition periods of changing weather.
A bonus to raised beds: almost all of the most popular herbs can be grown in raised beds, but raised beds can also allow for growing other flavourful foods like garlic and onions. Both of these have fairly shallow root systems and take up small growing areas. Nine onions or garlic cloves can be planted in one square foot of raised bed space. Adding these fresh elements to a meal is a natural compliment to homegrown herbs. Hardiness As delicate as most herbs appear to be, they are surprisingly hardy once they are established. In most places, herbs are considered to be annuals but there are exceptions. In the book Culinary Herbs for Short-Season Gardeners , the authors Ernest Small and Grace Deutsch state, “If a plant is hardy to one or two zones above yours, it might be worth trying (to overwinter plants), as long as you have a good snow cover or give it plenty of mulch for the winter. Although it might succumb to the coldest winters, it might survive seven out of every ten years.� The potential promise of the continuation of rosemary and other plants makes it worth-
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while to consider. In addition, many annual plants will simply re-seed for the following years. Seedlings In cold areas, starting plants from seeds can be difficult. Most seeds need a constant temperature about 18 degrees Celsius or above to propagate. This means that seeds must be started inside a greenhouse or warm room in the house to begin to grow. The usual recommendation that they be started two weeks before the last freeze can also reduce the potential growing season. As a result, buying established plants when available may extend the growing season by a month or more.
Harvesting Once herbs are established and growing, leaves can be harvested regularly. No more than one third of the leaves should be harvested at a time. This makes growing multiple plants desirable, so you always have enough of each herb. Abundance When the time comes for the season to end and freezing temperatures are due, it is time to harvest the remaining herbs to use over the winter. The most common method is to dehydrate the washed leaves and store them in glass jars. If you can buy an herb dried, you can do it yourself and save a
lot of money. There are also a number of herbs that can be frozen for future use. They can be frozen in freezer bags or crushed and pressed into ice cube trays. A cold climate and short growing season makes gardening more difficult than in a warmer one, but that is no reason to not grow productive and flavourful herbs. Planning, simple construction, and the selection of your favourite herbs are all that is needed to enhance your kitchen and garden.
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Sudbury - South End Address: 2865 Treeview Rd
Unbelievable luxury waterfront property in the South End. The lakefront views are spectacular from every angle. This custom built stone bungalow offers just under 4000 square feet of high quality finishes. As you walk in you’ll love the feel of the open floor plan perfect for entertaining. The kitchen offers high-end appliances and gleaming granite counters. Other features include hardwood and ceramic floors, 3 perfectly designed fireplaces, a large home office with a beautiful bar feature and an oversized master suite that offers breathtaking views. The property is just over an acre and has been immaculately maintained with access to your very own private dock. The gorgeous cobblestone driveway will lead you to a 30X30 attached garage with locker room. This home is truly one-of-a-kind with plenty of luxury features. Call Angela Snow Sales Representative 705-929-3337
$1,299,900
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Sudbury - South End Address: 2865 Treeview Rd
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Sudbury - South End Address: 72 David St
Amazing location! Just a walk away from Bell Park and the hospital. This 4 bedroom home is in great condition. It offers 2 renovated bathrooms, gleaming hardwood floors, a spacious master bedroom and main floor laundry for your convenience. The back yard is backing onto greenbelt and is perfect for the family to enjoy. The home is located on a dead end street which offers limited traffic. This two storey gem can be easily converted back to its original form with an upper in-law suite. Don’t miss this opportunity. Call today! Call Derek Goudreau Sales Representative 705-690-0745
$329,900
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SOLD Sudbury New Sudbury
Address: 2053 Caribou Rd This New Sudbury bungalow is tucked away in a quiet family area close to schools and plenty of shopping. This 4 bedroom home offers a large modern eat-in-kitchen. Spacious living room with laminate flooring and plenty of natural light. Other features include a fenced in yard, paved driveway, newer laminate floor in lower level, a newer high efficiency gas furnace and central air (2009). Call Angela Snow Sales Representative 705-929-3337
$209,900
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Our Top Tips for Keeping Your Home Safe While On Vacation You’ve done it. You’re living the good life in an Ontario home of your own. Since you’ve worked hard to obtain a house, you deserve a well-planned vacation. Planning your time away means choosing a vacation spot, getting time off approval from your employer, and just leaving. Let’s see how to make sure that you don’t come home to unexpected and unpleasant circumstances. In other words, protect your investment and your state of mind by following some simple tips about safeguarding your home while you’re away.
Sharing is Caring, But Use Caution It’s natural to want to share your plans with your friends via social media, but let’s think a moment. The internet is casual and all-revealing. Unless your filters eliminate nearly everyone, unfriendly eyes could read your departure and return dates and plan their crime accordingly. Take some time to consider your entries prior to actually leaving, or even space some generic entries while you’re away to keep up appearances that you’ve not left. For example, Facebook allows you to schedule posts between ten minutes and six months from when you originate them, and this simple action will set your mind at ease while you’re off having fun. Answering machine and voice mail messages ought to be discreet, too. Sharing your plans is wise, however you should only do so with trusted friends, your insurance agent, neighbourhood
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watch officials, security system providers, and the police if the vacation is lengthy. Practice Drive-By Discouragement Moving along to some common sense rules, let’s factor in what time of year your vacation begins. If you’re set for summer enjoyment, you’ve already thought of placing a few interior lights on a timer to give the appearance of habitation. If your home is multi-storied, have upstairs lights regulated, too. Make sure that the time of darkness and dawn coincides with your settings, or your home will appear unnaturally lighted, which may cue observers to your absence. Likewise, in a wintertime excursion, the early evenings and later mornings need appropriate settings. Look Like You’re Home Outside appearances are key to protection during vacations. By
offering to reciprocate the favour, you can ask a trusted neighbour to gather your mail and put it inside your home. While they are inside, they can check on any pets that aren’t in professional care, water plants, adjust the drapes, and walk through for a general look around. A good neighbour may park their car in your driveway on a regular basis, and if you don’t have a scheduled landscaping service, then they could also cut the grass. Look for Trouble Spots In general, the kitchen contains many areas to secure. Toss aging refrigerator items away before you leave, empty the garbage, and grind citrus peels or a cup of vinegar into the garbage disposal to stem odours. If you unplug the coffee maker, clocks, and other appliances, not only will you save on the power bill, but you’ll stave off possible electricity shorts.
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Speaking of electricity, if you have a home alarm system you’ll need to consult a checklist before leaving. According to leading security companies, a common and unexpected source of entry is the man-door into the garage, if you have one. Once inside the garage, the intruder has leisure and protection from view by breaking in via the garage-to-interior door. A checklist methodically eliminates all weak spots that you may forget to secure in the excitement of leaving. Last Minute Preparations You’re nearly out the door. A few last considerations remain, such as unplugging the garage door opener to foil those with universal openers. •
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If you’re taking a taxi to the airport, a good way to leave your home with a clear mind is to meet the taxi at a nearby corner rather than at the house. A friend may be able to help out by driving you to the airport, in return for future favours or some cash for gas. Double check your checklist, lock the doors, and you are on your way with no cares.
It’s time to lean back and relax as you go off on holiday. Allow everyday life to drift away because travel is both fun and fulfilling, which is a rare combination. You’ll have peace of mind knowing you have kept on top of your obligations to protect your home while you’re away.
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Rayside Balfour - Chelmsford Address: 18 Woodlawn Beautifully upgraded side split situated in a quiet cul de sac. Home is very spacious and features an open concept design, modern kitchen, bright sunroom, super large master with huge walk-in closet and cheater suite. It is nestled on a gorgeous landscaped lot with plenty of trees. Other features include gas fireplace, sauna and attached garage. Tomorrow may be too late!! Call Derek Goudreau Sales Representative 705-690-0745
$269,900
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Nickel Center Garson Address: 133 Newton Cres Move in Ready! 3 bedroom bright & cheerful updated bungalow in prime Garson location. Home features an updated kitchen, updated bathroom, newer furnace (2013), central air ( 2013), security system, a wood fireplace, a fenced in yard, & much much more. close to all amenities. A must see!!! Call Angela Snow Sales Representative 705-929-3337
$239,900
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Nickel Center Garson Address: 10 Applewood Brand new Garson semi-detached home move in ready. Features include attached single car garage, open concept plan, 2 bedrooms, 1 large main bathroom, with rough-in for second bath in lower level, finished family room walkout off kitchen to deck. Some laminate flooring on main and so much more. Great location! Call Derek Goudreau Sales Representative 705-690-0745
$309,900
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Nickel Center Garson Address: 15 Meadowgreen Amazing value here! Priced below reproduction. This split entry bungalow features 1375 sq ft main floor, large tower front entrance, cathedral ceilings, 3 beds, 2 baths, walkout off dining room to deck overlooking landscaped yard. Lower level features finished family room, gas fireplace, walkout, rough-in for third bathroom, room for fourth bedroom and office. Attached double car garage, central air, in great Garson neighborhood! HST included in purchase price. Call Derek Goudreau Sales Representative 705-690-0745
$399,900
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SOLD Sudbury New Sudbury
Address: 1761 Coldstream Pl Executive style semi-detached in New Sudbury, offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, master bedroom with ensuite, an inviting living room with gas fireplace. Private backyard with low maintenance deck and nice she, unfinished lower level. Heating is hot water gas with some additional baseboards. Gas $129/month (equal billing), Hydro/water $175/month (equal billing). Call Derek Goudreau Sales Representative 705-690-0745
$249,900
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In general, you want to close up all of the holes in your house so that energy does not escape.
Awesome Energy-Saving Ideas for Your Home Saving energy on necessities
Have Maintenance Done on Your
the extra expense in your month-
means more money for luxuries.
Furnace/HVAC Unit Regularly
ly budget, you will be much less
However, many people believe
A well tuned machine always uses
happy at the four or five digit bills
that expenses that are malleable
less energy than a tired or dirty
that can show up if your mainte-
are somehow set in stone. This is
one no matter what. Setting up
nance is not performed on a rou-
far from the truth! Here are seven
a routine maintenance for your
tine basis, not to mention the one
ideas that can save you energy
home’s internal plumbing and air
or two months that you will have
and bolster your bank account to
conditioning is one of the highest
to spend living in a hotel room
redirect into luxuries or the other
ROI activities that you can invest
while your energy bills continue
niceties of living.
in. Even though you may not like
to rack up by the minute.
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Lower the Reading on Your Ther-
around half of the energy of their
mostat by a Few Degrees
competing brands, not to mention
There is a reason that your ther-
40% less water. This is definitely
Full Loads Equals Better Energy
mostat is so easy to reach - it is
the way to go if you are trying to
Efficiency
meant to be used! However, in-
save on your home energy costs
Just as with your clothes, make
stead of using it to simulate a
this year.
sure that you always have a full
sauna or a personal ventilation
thermostat alone in there.
load of dirty stuff for your dish-
system, you can use it to main-
Keep Your Home Well-Insulated
washer before you turn it on. This
tain a constant temperature of
As the seasons change, your
will save energy. If your dishwash-
convenience and use less energy
doors and windows can warp and
er has an “energy saver” setting,
when you’re not in need of it.
come apart from the walls. Make
then make sure that you always
sure that you apply weather strip-
turn it on.
When you’re not at home, you
ping to all operable windows and
aren’t affected one bit by the
doors following a huge change in
Close the Damper on Your Un-
temperature inside. Turn the ther-
the weather. You can also tell if
used Fireplace
mostat down to match the out-
your energy is escaping by put-
In general, you want to close up
side temperature or simply turn
ting your hand down around the
all of the holes in your house so
it off! You can also do this when
edges of windows and doors. If
that energy does not escape. This
you sleep; you don’t need to wor-
you feel a breeze, that is your en-
wastes energy and causes your
ry about the temperature in the
ergy escaping. You can have an
AC to work harder and break down
house when you’re not awake, do
audit performed even if you do
sooner. However, people forget
you? You can also buy thermo-
not feel anything; the tools that
about the biggest hole in their
stats that will do this sort of thing
professionals use are much more
house - the chimney! Make sure
automatically, saving you energy
precise.
that it is closed if the fireplace is
without you even having to think about it. Think about it.
not in use. Your Garage Doesn’t Need to Be the Same Temperature As the
Saving energy will become more
Use Cold Water When Doing the
House
and more important as time goes
Laundry
Far too many people believe that
on and energy becomes more
The vast majority of energy that
the garage should remain just
scarce. Put yourself in the habit
is used to clean your clothes is in
as air conditioned as the rest of
now in order to save money on
the heat of the water. If you use
the house. The extra square foot-
energy costs and reduce your
cold water, you can actually cut
age along with the added escape
footprint on the environment at
your energy usage in the laundry
holes for energy are just beg-
the same time!
room to 10% of your previous
ging to put a hole in your bill this
output. Also, make sure that your
month. Use the air conditioning
loads are completely full when
in the garage if you are planning
you turn on the washer. Front
to spend a weekend there do-
loading washing machines use
ing projects; otherwise, leave the
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Sudbury - New Sudbury Address: 62 Kipling Crt
This 4 bedroom all brick bungalow is located in the perfect family friendly area New Sudbury has to offer. close to schools, shopping and a gorgeous park for the family to enjoy just minutes from your door. This home has been extensively renovated in the last few years. Features include a modern kitchen with large island, spacious family room with hardwood floors, 2 renovated baths, newer windows, newer roof and the list goes on the private backyard is completely fenced in with 2 good sized storage sheds. We can’t forget about the 16 x 32 deck perfect for BBQ’s and entertaining. This home also has in-law potential. Come and have a look. Call Angela Snow Representative 705-929-3337
$269,900
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