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16 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, Wednesday, April 13,1994 Real Estate Deadlines and Policies Deadline for Wednesday Publication is Monday at 12:00 Noon. Any compensation for errors or omissions by The Canadian Statesman will be limited to the value of the space occupied by the error in the advertisement. ^ Please phone 623-3303 and ask for the Real Estate Sales Department J Information Available to Build Safe Playgrounds for Children Fish swim, birds fly and children play - this natural activity is also one of the basic ways children learn. Many kids spend a lot of time at their playground. How safe that playground playground may be is a concern for parents, parents, caregivers and teachers. While there is no magic potion that eliminates skinned knees as a part of growing up, Ontario's Consumer Consumer Ministry has some tips for parents parents and caregivers that can help ensure ensure youngsters arc kept safe from serious mishap at the playground. "Most serious injuries result from only a few factors," says Marilyn Gu- revsky, a manager with the ministry's consumer services bureaus. "Some of these don't have to do with equipment equipment construction, but arc threats that can be reduced or eliminated by caring caring parents before the child is hurt." Included are the following: * Wearing clothing that Is unsuitable unsuitable for the equipment being used can be dangerous. A scarf can become a noose if one end wraps _ around the monkey bars while your ' child is wearing it. Parents and caregivers caregivers are also cautioned to restrict kids from taking toys that could be dangerous to the playground. A skipping skipping rope or baseball in the wrong place could cause serious injury. * Overly aggressive behavior isn't safe at the playground. Judging your children's moods may convince ypu they'd be better off playing football football that day than sharing the jungle gym with the neighbor's kids. * Misusing equipment, which experts experts say children do for one of three main reasons - the kids simply want to experiment, they haven't been properly trained to use the facilities or their ages and abilities don't Fit the equipment - is another cause of major accidents. Gurcvsky says, whether purchasing purchasing or at the school-yard, parents should be on the look-out for equipment equipment that meets the Canadian Standards Standards Assoc. (CSA) guideline standards standards for children's playspaces and equipment. The guidelines, which are not mandatory, differ from those of many other countries by setting out recommendations for separate equipment equipment suitable for younger children. Mechanical factors leading to accidents accidents may include layout of the playground that is poor or inappropriate inappropriate as well as equipment that isn't suitably designed, installed or maintained. maintained. Knowing about the major types of accidents that result in serious injury at the playground can help parents become even more aware of what to look for when seeking out the best equipment or play place, Gurevsky says, "The top cause of playground injuries is falling from heights." She adds, "Of course, you'll never stop children from trying their strength on the horizontal bars or running up the ladder of the slide, but you can reduce reduce the risk of broken bones by en- NEWCASTLE 85 King St. W. 987-4733 mm NATIONAL BOWMANVILLE 214 King St. E. 623-4445 NRS EDVAN REALTY LTD. 686 -° 477 REAL ESTATE SERVICE OPEN HOUSE BLITZ Sunday, April 17th OVERSIZED DOUBLE GARAGE $149,900. 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The second type on the top-five list of injuries, produced by the Canadian Canadian Institute of Child Health, is the "pinch and crush" category. To guard against the injury of fingers, arms and legs, parents and caregivers should ensure equipment is checked frequently and moving parts that could damage small limbs kept in good repair, especially on swings and seesaws. The third most common mishap - entanglement in balance boards, bars, ropes and cables - can be reduced by making sure no protrusions can catch children's clothing on bars and boards and that cables aren't stretched so tight that the children can be caught on them. "The Institute also reminds parents parents that climbing-ropes should be large enough to prevent children from tying them," Gurevsky says. The last two common accident types are entrapment and abrasion and bums. To guard against entrapment, entrapment, make sure none of the equip ment could immobilize a child's head or limbs - if that means blocking off an area of support bars with a permanent permanent plate, it's well worth the added effort. Making sure scats and slides arc completely smooth, using only covered joints and cheating frequently frequently for splinters arc the greatest inhibitors inhibitors of abrasions and bums. To find out more about providing safe playgrounds, request a copy of the Canadian Institute of Child Health publication "When Child's Play is Adult Business". To order, please send a cheque or money order for $7.60 (including postage, handling handling and GST) to: The Canadian Institute Institute of Child Health, 885 Meadow- lands Drive East, Suite 512, Ottawa, Ontario K2C 3N2. To receive a free copy of the brochure brochure "A Consumer Goldmine", which lists publications on topics of general consumer interest write to: Communications Branch, Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations, Relations, 250 Yongc Street, Toronto, Ontario M5B 2N5. Check Now Before Roof Leak Starts Many people in Ontario have their eyes glued to the sties this spring, watching the birds return home from their winter sojourn in the south. If you're a homeowner, Ontario's consumer ministry suggests you pull out a pair of binoculars and enjoy the view - then focus the glasses on your roof. "After the long, icy winter people should take a good look at their roof, for signs of damage that need repair," says Marilyn Gurevsky, a manager with Ontario's Consumer Services Bureaus. "People are sometimes tempted to postpone roofing work because of the cost. But this is almost always a mistake," mistake," she says. "Finding out about any problems your roof may have, then getting some estimates on what it will cost to repair now can give you time to save up for the work and to shop around for the best contractor." contractor." To check your roof, focus the binoculars binoculars on the shingles first. Signs of wind or weather damage to asphalt shingles - the roof-covering most commonly used in Ontario - should stand out. Shingles that are cracked, curled, loose or missing are signals that repairs are needed. If many of the mineral granules have been lost from the shingles, that means they're worn. A note of caution - whether you spot a single crack or see that half the shingles are missing, don't climb Government Looks To Housing Starts to ; Help Economy During New Homes Month New home construction is one of Canada's biggest sources of jobs and economic growth, said the Honourable Honourable David C. Dingwall, Minister responsible responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), in his proclamation of April as New Homes Month. "Buying a home is an investment in Canada's future," said Mr. Dingwall. Dingwall. "Behind every construction worker are many others, producing materials that go into building a home and furnishing it. Housing also creates opportunities for all the service service industries supporting the purchase purchase of a new home." "Housing is also central to our quality of life. It gives us a stake in the community and a sense of belonging," belonging," said the Minister during his proclamation. Over the years, the federal government government and its many partners have made it possible for millions of Canadians Canadians to achieve their dream of home- ownership through mortgage insurance insurance and flexible financing. As Canada's housing agency, CMHC provides consumer information information to ensure Canadians make informed informed housing decisions. During New Homes Month, as well as throughout the year, consumer information information is available at CMHC booths at home shows, or by contacting local CMHC offices across the country. onto the roof for a closer look. Unless Unless you are familiar with construction construction work, you won't be safe stepping onto a steep, slippery roof. "Roofing problems can develop at any time, but you should begin to expect expect some trouble when your roof reaches the age of eight to 10 years," says Gurevsky. Most roof shingles sold today are made to last about 15 years, but the life-span of older shingles shingles may be less. As well as damaged, worn or missing shingles, consumers should look for other signs of common problems. problems. * Metal flashings around the chimney or in the valleys at roof joints that are corroded, cracked or have lifted, indicate that water may have seeped in and damaged the roof deck. On a roof less than 10-years old, metal flashings can normally be patched. But on an older roof, full replacement replacement is usually necessary. * If shingles along the bottom of the roof appear raised, it may be a sign of damage from ice damming - a problem in many Canadian homes. In winter, snow at the top of the roof melts when warmed by heat escaping from the attic. The water flows down the roof under the snow and freezes again at the unheated edge of the eaves. This ice acts as a dam, pushing more melted water back up the roof and under the shingles, where it can leak through. * Have a look in the attic for signs of water leakage. Special trouble spots are the points where rafters or beams pass under a roof junction, the ... rafters along the eaves and around plumbing-system air vents and chimney. chimney. It's probably time to replace the roof if it is more than 10 years old and you find warped, watermarked or rotted wood at a couple of these locations. locations. Once you've decided your roof needs repairs or replacement, you'll want to find a reliable contractor. "Start by getting references from friends and neighbors," says Gurevsky. Gurevsky. "Then call three professionals for quotes and get all the details of the work in writing - both in the estimate estimate and on the contract. Most reputable reputable roofers provide a one to two- year guarantee on labor." The contractor should take the time to discuss each phase of the work with you. Gurevsky says roofing roofing work is fairly straightforward, so you can get an idea of how good a job a roofer will do by asking a few simple questions. * Will the old shingles be tom off and disposed of? Shingles need only be removed every second or third time they're replaced unless they're in very bad shape or there's damage beneath. The weight from too many layers of shingles on a roof can cause structural damage to a building. If the shingles arc being removed, ask how long it'll take. This will tell you how long you'll have to put up with a mess in your yard. * Is caves protection to be installed? installed? Eaves protection combats the problem of roof damage from ice damming. It's a roll-on material made to standards approved under the Ontario Building Code, laid on top of the roof deck from the eaves to a foot above the exterior wall. It'll prevent water that does back up from leaking through the roof. * What kinds of shingles and metal metal flashings will be used? Shingles with extended warranties will last the longest. In general, good shingles are guaranteed by the manufacturer for minimum of 15 years. A competent contractor will be able to help you choose a good-quality shingle. Some will offer guidance on choosing a color that compliments your home. Gurevsky advises choosing a shade that contrasts slightly with your exterior exterior walls. For more information on roofing, or any other aspect of home renovations renovations telephone the Greater Toronto Home Builders' Association at (416) 391-HOME or the Ontario Home Builders' Association at (416) 443- 1545 in the Toronto area or toll free 1-800-387-0109. To find out about special regulations regulations that apply to contracts signed in your home, write for a free copy of the brochure "A guide to The Consumer Consumer Protection Act", available from the Communications Branch, Ministry Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations, Relations, 250 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M5B2N5. AVOIDING MORTGAGE DEFAULT Due to the difficult economic times that we have been experiencing in the last few years, a large number of homeowners are being faced with the possibility of "losing their homes to the bank" due to the inability to keep up mortgage payments. If you're in this position, or foresee it in the near future, DON'T WAIT FOR YOUR MORTGAGE LENDER TO TAKE LEGAL ACTION!! Request an interview with your Mortgagee and go in immediately and discuss your situation. If your financial problems can be solved without going into default, your lending institution will take the initiative to assist you to find a solution. If a default situation becomes unavoidable after all practical alternatives have been explored, then a Mortgagee, as a last resort, will have to proceed with legal action. One of the most commonly utilized avenues for collection of monies owed under a mortgage is the "Power of Sale" process, (see next week's column) You could be the owner of a 1994 Grand Am SB by buying or selling through me this year. Call me for details at Family Realty 2000 Ltd., 1 King Street West, Bowmanvillc, 623-2000 (24 hr. pager). Hockin Ken Hockin Real Estate Ltd. Realtor 123 King Street E. Bowmanville 905-623-4115 YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED when you take a look at this 2 + 1 bedroom, tastefully decorated home located close to all amenities. $127,900. Call Marg Bain at 623-2661. Brad Hockin MATURE AREA of north Bowmanville, pie-shaped fenced lot, 3 bedroom brick bungalow, priced to sell at $139,900. Call Pat Marjerrlson at 623-2478. VICTORIAN CHARM Lovely century homo located In the heart of historic Bowmanville. Too many upgrades to list - on a 79'x 165' treed lot, $234,900. Call ma nowl Brad Hockin 623-0398. IWjKfll l ^ , Y*,-. REDUCED PRICE $145,900. 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