November 27th, 2011
Clean, dry and store away yard furniture. Remove dead annuals, weeds and cut back perennials. Turn the gardens and add a blanket of compost. Your plants will love the extra warmth and nutrients for the winter. Turn off the outside water, drain the hoses, roll them up and put them inside, away from the cold temperatures. This will prolong their life. Check the eaves for leaves that can clog up your downspouts. Replace any outside light bulbs. Do any touch up maintenance on the house that would allow water to creep in.
Tags: garden maintenance, home maintenance, winter storage
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November 27th, 2011
As the holiday season fast approaches, we are all making everything sparkle for company dropping in. Time to put away spring coats and bring the winter ones out as well as all the paraphernalia that goes with them. Before storing anything, its a good idea to remove stains before they set in. This will ensure that when you take them out in the spring they will be in great condition. Move any spring /summer/fall items to a storage area. Winter is when we spend more time inside and the extra space will be greatly appreciated later.
Tags: entertaining, holiday tips, home maintenance, making space
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October 1st, 2011
During the fall season we often marvel at the colour and beauty of
the season, but there are a few things we should do to make our transition into winter
a smooth one.
- Rotate your mattress and vacuum it at the same time.
- Change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
- Remove window air conditioning units, drain and dry to preserve its lifespan.
- If removing screens from windows, spray gently with a hose and dry.
- Check around windows for cracks and caulk if needed.
- Remove leaves and debris from eves troughs.
Tags: fall storage tips, home cleaning tips, organizing clutter
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October 1st, 2011
Salt stains – use equal parts vinegar & water. Rub salt stains gently with a clean cloth dipped into the vinegar mixture.
Floor cleaner – add 1/2 cup of vinegar to your bucket of warm water, this mixture can also be used to clean windows.
Clean the dishwasher – Add a cup of vinegar to an empty dishwasher cycle once a month to reduce build up.
Coffee & Tea pot stains and build up – Add 1 part vinegar to 3 parts water. Boil the Teapot & Run the coffee brew. Followed by 2 straight water brews.
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June 1st, 2011
When you plan a holiday from home, there are a few things you should do before you go.
1. Turn your hot water heater down or to “vacation”.
2. Turn up your air conditioner (you don’t need to cool an empty house).
3. Purchase a couple of timers to put on table lamps, for security.
4. If you can, bolt your garage door from the inside.
5. Ask a neighbor to collect your mail.
6. Cancel any newspapers.
7. Unplug any unneeded electrical appliances. Computers, radios, televisions and etc..(they draw energy even when not being used)
Tags: going away tips, holiday tips, safety tips
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January 1st, 2011
Christmas and other holiday ornaments can be stored without too
much expense or difficulty
Take a plastic storage bin and line it with a piece of cardboard on the bottom. Glue
paper cups onto the cardboard in a variety of sizes to accommodate your decorations.
Place each ornament into the individual cups and cover with another piece of cardboard.
Label each plastic storage container and store until needed.
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January 1st, 2011
Here is a general moving timetable to make your moving day less stressful.
Moving Tips Timetable
Four to Six weeks before your move:
- Obtain estimates from moving companies.
- Notify vehicle registration, licensing and Insurance companies.
- Contact the utility companies to disconnect and reconnect services the day of your move-
- (hydro, water, gas, telephone,cable/internet).
- Telephone doctors, dentists, vets & etc.. to give your new address.
- Notify your bank to have cheques and files changed over.
- Obtain a “change of address form” from your post office.
- Transfer any club memberships to your new address.
- Cancel any service contracts (pool/lawn maintenance, snow removal)
- Put together a file box with all of your moving information.
Two to Four weeks before your move:
- Settle any outstanding accounts.
- Purchase moving boxes and newsprint paper/bubble wrap for packing.
- Notify your cell phone provider of address change.
- Pack a box of items you will need to have immediately when you are in your new home-
- (toilet paper, light bulbs, flashlight, cleaning supplies, snacks, drinks, garbage bag).
One Week before your move:
- Arrange for a sitter for your children and or pets for moving day.
- Pack a bag of fresh nightclothes and next day clothes.
- Verify any move-in procedures and documents with your new landlord.
- Call charities for the pick-up of unwanted clothing.
- Double check the timing of your movers.
- Call your storage facility and reserve the elevator.
Your storage associates are fully qualified and can be an enormous amount of help to you,
so don’t hesitate to call them for information on supplies or any other requirements.
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November 2nd, 2010
When storing any gardening tools – take the time to winterize them so that they are ready for you when you take them out in spring.
- Survey the condition of each tool and repair or replace any broken handles or screws and sharpen the blades.
- Wash each item with soap and water and allow to dry thoroughly.
- Rub WD40 with a rag onto the metal parts to prevent rusting. If there is already rust – try to remove it as best you can with steel wool.
- Drain all garden hoses and clean, and, or replace washers. Turn off your outside taps and drain them at this time as well. (don’t forget the inside shut off valve).
- Drain all lawn mowers of gas, tighten all nuts and bolts as well as check the belts, filters and safety shield. Oil any pivoting and moving parts with engine oil to prevent rust. Consult your owners’ manual for any other storage instructions, such as battery and electrolyte levels.
Tags: garden tools, winter storage, yard tools
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September 8th, 2010
Once the kids go back to school, its much easier to look through all the rooms in the house for items they no longer use or for things that don’t fit anymore. The sports items that no one will use for the winter can be put away in storage. Winter is coming and we tend to spend a little more time indoors, so having that extra space will feel great.
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August 1st, 2010
1. Is the company franchised or under sole ownership & will they sub-contract the work out.
2. Do they have references that you can call.
3. What is their policy on broken items.
4. Are the movers that are handling your things bonded? Licensed?
5. Do they charge a flat fee and will they give you a price for the job in writing.
6. Does the company have any unresolved claims against them. What are they?
7. Should I tip the movers? This is solely based on your experience. Did they arrive on time? Provide good service? Did they go out of their way to accommodate you? Do you have alot of stairs, heavy, bulky items? It is recommended to give a minimum of $20.00 per person, up to whatever you feel comfortable with.
8. It is also a nice touch to have some cold drinks and snacks or pizza on hand if they are working over lunch or dinner.
9. Make a moving inventory and check it as it goes on the truck and again as it comes off.
10.Shop around
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