The Real Estate Book Guelph & Wellington County, ON

GUELPH & WELLINGTON COUNTY, ON

HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 17, Issue 3

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4100 Square Feet, 4 Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms Unbelievable Bungalow & beautiful lot, seconds from the city.

Truly one of a kind! Kitchen has Amazing Views. En-suite or en-suite privilege in all bedrooms. Over 4500 Square Feet of Living Space!

3023 Square Feet, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms Exquisite, Spectacular, Luxurious, Majestic! Originally built in 1857 and completely rebuilt from the stone in; 3000 SqFt apartment style condo is beyond extravagant. Steps from the river and walking trails, close to downtown.

1352 Square Feet. 5 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Amazing Location & Floor Plan! Open main floor incl formal liv & din, updated eat-in kit. 3 large bdrms on main floor. Rec rm downstairs, legal 2 BR apartment. In-grnd pool, landscaped, interlock drive fits 6 cars.

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Master suite with whirlpool bath and FP. Great room features 18 foot ceilings back wall is completely glass to enjoy your private oasis. In-ground salt water pool, landscaped.

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2800 Square Feet, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms Gorgeous East End home. Beautiful curb appeal with space for 4 cars. Open concept main floor tastefully decorated. Upgraded light fixtures, walk in pantry. Large laundry room. Granite counter tops, stone accent wall. Second floor family room with gas FP. Three large bedrooms. Master bedroom has massive walk in closet, 3 piece ensuite. Garage is fully finished insulated and drywalled. This home is still under Tarion warranty and better than new.

2000 Square Feet, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms Luxury Town in award winning complex. Over 2000 square feet of beautiful space.

Contemporary fixtures and classic colours. Excellent chefs kitchen with stainless steel appliances and gas range. Gorgeous kitchen and perfect flow in the main living space perfect to enjoy on your own, as a family or entertaining. Sit and relax by the gorgeous fireplace and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. 3 generous bedrooms, fully finished walk out basement and even more storage or space to be finished in the secondary basement.

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DODGE WINTER L AW N D A M A G E Winter conditions can present a wide range of challenges to your lawn and landscape, but there are precautions you can take to protect your lawn, as well as your trees and shrubs, from seasonal harm.

These preventive steps from the lawn care experts at TruGreen can help your lawn survive the winter season’s harsh elements. You should also reach out to your personal lawn care expert to make sure your lawn is prepared.

SN O W P LO W D A M A GE

Install brightly-colored boundary markers along the edges of paved areas to help protect lawn and shrubs from snow plow and snow thrower blades. Lightweight wooden stakes, at least four feet tall with bright reflective tape and brightly covered fiberglass rods, serve as good markers. Avoid heavy metal, fence posts and other large objects, as they can pose a hazard to snow plow operators.

CO LD TE M P ER AT U R E S TR E S S

More so than any other season, trees and shrubs are vulnerable to changing weather conditions during the winter. Wide temperature fluctuation and extremely low temperatures are the biggest factors of tree stress, meaning your trees are more susceptible to things like frost cracks, sunscald and winter burn.

Keep twigs and limbs from breaking under the weight of ice by carefully brushing away, whenever possible, any snow load from plants, which will reduce the weight on the limbs and decrease the damage. Placing a burlap cover around shrubs such as boxwood and yews will help reduce winter desiccation.

Proper fertilization can help keep your trees and shrubs healthy well into spring, and allow them to better tolerate winter. A service can help with tree and shrub maintenance customized to meet your landscape’s every need, including applications to control overwintering insects, pests and mites.

F R E E Z I N G TE M P ERAT URES

Damage to plants, shrubs and trees as a result of sustained low temperatures can typically go undetected until spring or early summer, when plants fail to produce new growth. To help prevent damage, maintain a two- to three-inch layer of mulch to help protect the crown and roots from weather extremes.

W I N TE R D E HY DRAT ION

During the colder months of winter, plants cannot replace moisture lost from leaves and needles. This leads to “dehydration” – technically known as desiccation. To help avoid this problem, maintain proper watering late into the fall, or water during periods of winter thaw.

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Ice-melting agents, such as rock salt and products containing calcium and magnesium chloride, may accumulate in the soil and cause damage to plants. Use extreme care when applying ice-melting agents to prevent damage to your plants or concrete surfaces.

Contact your local landscaper or lawn service expert today to have them give a look at your lawn and landscaping to make sure that it is prepared for the winter months and the friged weather ahead.

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Red brick, two storey home recognized and designated for it's heritage value and interest.

Lovely 4 bedroom home in a family friendly neighbourhood.

Custom stone home nested on a private 1.76 acre lot on a quiet country road.

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IS YOUR ROOF REINDEERREADY? The holiday season is here! Amid the gift-giving, gathering with loved ones and decorating, the season serves as an important reminder for homeowners to make their roofs “reindeer-ready,” or review their condition. And if you’re the type who climbs up and places roof ornaments, it’s all the more important to make sure your roof is in tip-top shape.

1. For homes with asphalt shingles, look for black areas indicating cracking shingles.

2. For homes with shake or shingles, look for pieces that are curled upward, split, broken off or missing.

3. For homes with slate roofs, look for black areas that indicate slate is missing.

4. Look for heavy wear around the valleys, the areas where water runs off the roof into the gutters.

5. Look at the materials around the chimney and vent pipes and check for cracks, gaps and missing or fractured caulking.

6. Check your gutters for asphalt shingle granules. Lots of granules mean less coverage on your roof.

7. Conduct an interior inspection for stained or discolored ceilings, which most likely indicates roof problems.

8. Check eave overhangs for water damage.

9. Use binoculars to check around the chimney, trim and other flashings for signs of cracks, shingles that are coming up off the roof and general wear.

10. Remove branches, twigs and leaves from gutters and clear out downspouts to allow for snow and ice run off.

This is also a good time to install gutter guards if you don’t already have them. With ice, snow and other winter weather, having guards that can prevent further debris from getting in your gutters is a great idea. Gutters that are too heavy because of debris and snow can pull down on and damage your roof.

Contact your local roofing company today to get their help in inspecting your roof. If work is needed, the winter is an easy time to schedule work done, since it’s the off-season. Get your roof ready now before the weather gets worse!

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5 FACTS ABOUT SELLING A HOME IN THE WINTER

BY DIXIE SOMERS

Can’t wait until spring to sell your home? Winter can be a tough time to attract buyers, particularly if you live in a region where there’s going to be ice and snow all around. Your home may not show as well in bad weather; however, it is possible. Here are some winter real estate facts to keep in mind: Everyone Appreciates Mood Create a cozy feel by adding extra pillows or afghans to the sofa and beds, or some plush throw rugs on the floor. Leave the dining room table set for dinner, along with a champagne bucket and a couple of glasses. Add some extra-fluffy towels or robes in the bathrooms. In short, make everything look comfortable and inviting.

Bright Light Is Cheery There’s nothing that makes a house cheerier than sunlight. Wash the windows inside and out so they sparkle. Pull up the blinds and throw back the drapes for some warming illumination. In darker corners and niches where the sun won’t reach, place a lamp and keep it on. You could also use spotlighting to illuminate major features of the kitchen, living room or bathroom.

Warmth Is Comfort People coming in from the cold will be pleased to find your home is warm and toasty. As a retreat from winter cold, your buyers will have more of a reason to feel comfortable and take their time. You might consider lighting a small fire in the fireplace or wood stove to keep things toasty. Try to keep indoor humidity between 4060 percent to avoid that dry, stuffy feeling.

People Like an Orderly Property In the winter, all visitors may see is a blanket of snow (depending on where you live). Do your best to keep the driveway and walkways neatly cleared and free of ice. Even if there’s just a light dusting of snow, sweep it away. Spread some sand over walkways to avoid slips and falls. Try to keep the roof clear of snow, as well, as a good roof is important to selling any home. You can always call in a roofing company if yours isn’t up to par.

Winter Can Be the Ideal Season You’re more likely to get bids faster in the wintertime because you’re dealing with motivated buyers. They need to move, and soon, or they’d be waiting for the balmier temperatures of spring. You may get fewer visitors, but they’ll be serious buyers, not just frivolous house-shoppers. Stage your home well for the season and you may very well sell faster, and for a higher price, than you expected.

You always want to keep your home clean and in good repair, but the trick to selling in winter is creating the effect of a warm, sunny retreat from the elements.

Dixie Somers is a freelance writer and regular contributor to RISMedia’s Housecall blog.

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HEAT AND AIR MAINTENANCE for the Holidays

Now that the holiday season is in full swing, your home is likely seeing more foot traffic from guests and family. From friends stopping by with gifts, to parties and that yearly visit from the in-laws, your heating and air units may be working overtime.

“Attention to a few items in the home can help prepare you for visiting family and friends during the holidays,” says Mike Nicholson, owner of Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning. “Now is the time to take action on winterizing certain things in and around the home. It will give you peace of mind as the weather turns colder and holiday guests visit your home.”

Nicholson offers these five tips to make sure the home is ready for colder weather and holiday visitors:

TUNE UP THE HEATING

CHECK THE PLUMBING AS WELL

Winter often brings extremely cold temperatures, so you want to be sure your heating unit is working at peak efficiency.

To make sure everyone is warm during the cold weather, try changing out your filters to give your system the best chance of success. You may also need a comprehensive heating system check from a trusted HVAC company. A system tuneup and filter replacement can go a long way toward preventing problems from putting a chill on your holiday plans.

With the influx of visitors, toilets and fixtures will get a lot of use. If a lot of hot water is being used, it can also put a strain on your heating system. Now is the best time to take care of any maintenance and repairs. If drains aren’t flowing well and freely, plunge water into the drain first before you try to remove the trap in an attempt to clear it. Be mindful that some do-it-yourself, chemical drain cleaners can be harmful to your pipes.

Instead, consider trying a natural remedy: pour equal parts salt, baking soda and vinegar to clean out a partial clog.

If the weather gets really cold, keep the cabinet doors in front of your sink open, so that the warm air from your heating system can flow in easier, keeping your pipes warm.

CLEAN AIR DUCTS To provide fresh, allergen-free air to your holiday houseguests, you will want to perform a thorough duct cleaning. When your ducts are filthy, your filters clog up faster and force your system to work harder to distribute air. This decreased efficiency leads to higher energy bills and excessive wear and tear on your system. Removing the registers and vacuuming the outlet is a good start, but you may want to opt for a whole-house duct cleaning to really do the job. Having a HVAC technician give your ducts a thorough inspection can help guide you in the proper direction.

SEAL DRAFTY WINDOWS AND DOORS Applying caulk or weather stripping where cold air creeps in will help with energy savings. If cold air creeps in, that too will put a strain on the heating system’s ability to keep your house warm and cozy for the holidays.

Also put a draft guard under doors that lead to the exterior, and make sure the doors stay closed after people go in and out!

WINTERIZE THE EXTERIOR To prevent pipes from bursting, ensure outdoor spigots are shut off as freezing weather approaches. Have some rock salt on hand to de-ice sidewalks and driveways to make sure your holiday visitors are safe. Inspect the exterior as well to make sure there are no cracks that could let air inside, forcing your heating system to work overtime.

By following these tips, and contacting your local HVAC company to provide an inspection of your system, you will be well prepared to handle the influx of visitors and whatever mother nature throws at you this holiday season.

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$64,900. Residential Building Lot: Lot is located close to downtown, $379,000. OPEN FOR CLOSE INSPECTION. 1408 sq ft 2 bdrm, 11/2 bath, shopping, churches and all amenities. Don't let this one get away! Call John brick & stone bungalow. Mn flr laundry, mn flr family rm w/walkout to deck, Thomson. Text R589285 to 52187 large rooms, rec rm with gas f/p, walkup to 11/2 car garage, metal roof.

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$1,250,000. 50 acres, 1635 ft. brick bungalow, fully finished on both levels plus 500 ft. sunroom. 36' x 60' workshop. R985739

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$449,900. 1320 sq.ft. 3 bdrm, 2 bath bungalow on dead end street. Fully fin lower level. Late fall occupancy. R1000110

$549,900. 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 8 yr old stone bungalow on 1/2 acre fenced lot, 3000 sqft living space R953447

$749,900. 4.7 acre lot w/restored 1888 school house.

Hrdwd flooring, original trim, maple staircase to loft, brick FP. R717735

$304,900. 3 bdrm, fin rec room with gas FP. Walkout to treed parklike lot overlooking farmland, on quiet street. R877968

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$349,900. 2 bdrm semi-detached new const home, partially fin basement. Tarion registered builder. Late winter/early spring occupancy R1045494

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$2,000/Mnth. 2 storey 2,000+ sqft. 4 bdrm, 2.5 bath farmhome available for lease. Includes appliances.

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