SHOWHOME DIRECTORY Evergreen
Montgomery Evergreen The Pines #2-103 Pohorecky Crescent
Rosewood #2-315 Olson Lane West Showhome Mon-Thu 6-8 pm Sat & Sun 2-5 pm Bill Yano (306) 850-9745
Montgomery Place
Highlander Ridge II BungalowTownhomes #1-3210 11th St W, Montgomery Place Show Home Monday – Thursday: 1-5 PM Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 1-5 PM
Monday to Thursday: 4-8pm Saturday, Sunday and Holidays: 1-5pm
306-242-2434 Northridge.sk.ca
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Warman
Stonebridge
The Meadows Warman
The 105 Show Suites 105 Willis Crescent
THE MEADOWS HarvestTownhome #623 – 701 Meadows Boulevard
#12-433 Palmer Crescent The Woods Show Home Mon-Thurs: 1-5 PM Sat, Sun & Holidays: 1-5 PM Or by Appointment
Mon-Thurs: 4-7 PM Fri, Sat, Sun & Holidays: 1-5 PM
Wednesdays: 4 – 8pm Weekends: 1 – 5pm
306-242-2434 Northridge.sk.ca
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Kensington
THE MEADOWS The Morris Landway Home 138 Greyeyes-SteeleWay
South Kensington 246 Hassard Close
Tues – Thurs: 4 – 8pm Weekends: 1 – 5pm
Hours: Saturday, Sunday & Holidays 2-4pm Randy Jacobson 306.227.1933 Office 306.934.3086
Get it in Writing-Get it Done Right! Your home is your sanctuary, so when it’s time to build, decorate or renovate, make sure you protect yourself and your home. Things can go wrong - even with people you trust. By doing a bit of research and taking the time to write up an agreement before starting any major project, you can protect yourself against potential risks. And don’t forget that doing your homework before you hire a contractor can eliminate much of the stress associated with hiring the wrong person for the job. Some sure warning signs include significant cost discrepancies (they are often cheaper for a reason!) or someone who provides cash discounts or accepts payments “under the table” without a proper contract - reputable contractors don’t operate this way! Once you’ve selected your contractor, consider these three simple yet important steps you can take to protect you and your home:
The Contract
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• List of materials being used • Complete work schedule • Full detail of costs • Payment schedule Building or renovating can be stressful, even when everything runs smoothly. So why subject yourself to additional stress associated with uncertainty and false expectations? By laying everything out before you start, everyone will have a solid understanding of the job, the scope and the responsibility of each party.
Proof of Protection Regardless of how well you know your contractor, or how positive the references they provided were, your home builder or renovator should be willing and prepared to show you proof that you will be protected. The following are all things you should require of your contractor before you sign any deals:
Any time you enter into an agreement with someone to perform work on your home, whether building or • renovating, you need to have a clear and concise contract. At a minimum, the contract should include the following: • • • Detailed description of the work
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Assignment of responsibility for obtaining required premits & inspections All necessary permits and licenses Lien holdback arrangements that conform to provincial requirements to limit your responsiblitiy for debts that the contractor incurs while working on your home Third party warranty
Home Insurance
While it isn’t your contractor’s responsibility, it is important that you talk to your home insurance provider before any work begins. Make sure that your policy covers risks related to the project you plan to undertake, because not all policies do! When it comes to building or renovating your home, don’t leave anything to chance. Visit getitinwriting.ca for more information on how to hire a professional contractor and make sure you’ve got what you need to get it in writing!
Business Liability insurance - in case of damage, accident or theft Workers’ Compensation coverage for all workers A GST number
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