Radon Gas
Certainly not a common topic, but it does come up from time to time in our profession. Although certainly not a healthy situation to find yourself in, it's not the end of the world either. As indicated below, if the amount of Radon gas has an "average annual radon concentration in the normal occupancy area exceeds 200 becquerels per cubic meter" it's time to take remedial measures. ...
Posted by Cathy Doucette
on June 25, 2008
Hi, this is Tammy Hines from Century 21 Annapolis Valley Realty located in Kentville, Nova Scotia and the wonderful Annapolis Valley.
Buying or selling your home is a huge decision and one that plays an integral part in your financial future and your family's happiness. When you decide to take what may be the biggest financial step in your life, the first person you should consult is a REALTOR®.
A ...
Posted by Cathy Doucette
on June 24, 2008
Real Estate in the Annapolis Valley is Hot!!! Properties are selling quickly; we actually have buyers that we cannot find homes for. There are times that there are two or more offers coming in on the same property. Hmmmm.... All the noise about the economy being slow sure has not affected our area. There was a study done some years back wondering why, when the rest of Canada ...
Posted by Cathy Doucette
on June 24, 2008
The Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia consists of a collection of towns, villages, and communities set against a backdrop of apple orchards and world famous high tides. The area is a perfect place to relocate and buy real estate!
Windsor, that "Gateway to the Valley", is the birthplace of hockey. Kentville is considered the business sector of the Valley while New Minas is its shopping center. ...
Posted by Cathy Doucette
on June 16, 2008
Air Conditioning Maintenance
In summer when using air conditioning, consider closing off the dampers of your basement ducts. This will send more cooled air upstairs. You can reopen them in the fall to allow heated air to be sent into the basement.
Inspect the vents for insect or bird nests or other debris or obstructions.
The outside unit may become clogged with leaves, dandelion seeds, ...
Posted by Cathy Doucette
on June 13, 2008
Hi! My name is Lynn Hoffmann and I would like to tell you about our beautiful Annapolis Valley. Having been born and raised in New York City, I was very fortunate to visit the Valley in 1966, with friends to attend the Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival. This led to a love relationship which continues to this day. 38 years later my husband and I moved to the Valley.
The ...
Posted by Cathy Doucette
on June 4, 2008