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THE HILLS HOMESTYLE Wednesday June Page Dont put barriers up when building a fence This article is provided by local Realtors and the Ontario Real Estate Association for the benefit of consumers in the real estate market If youre familiar with the old adage good fences make good neighbors you probably never gave it much thought untilyou owned a home of your own In ad dition to helping you maintain good relations with your neighbors fences can also enhance the general appearance of your house give you lots of privacy and keep neighborhood pets and wildlife at bay If youre contemplating PLUMBING SUPPLIES Acrylic Bath Shower Units Whirlpools Spas Pedestals Vanities Medicine Cabinets Since m feoaseLL PLUMBING SHOWROOM Armstrong Ave Georgetown building a fence the first thing you should do is to ask your neighbors if theyre interested in helping out with the project this would help defray costs If you are building a fence on your own you should have a pro perty survey done to determine 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invest in so it really pays to shop around and do your homework before making a final decision Before making an plans con sult your local munic office about the local bylaws that govern pools Most municipalities have specific rules and regulations about the size and siting of pools as well as fence and drainage line re quirements but these regulations vary somewhat from one municipality to the next CONTACT A CONTRACTOR aware of local regulations you should contact a contractor who is well- establish ed in the pool or spa business Try to get two or three estimates and compare them youll want to hire someone with the necessary knowledge and expertise to build you a quality pool A good contractor will provide service and assistance on a conti nuing basis You should also get a detailed contract listing every item with its size and brand name spelled out clearly to avoid any difficulties later Planning for your pool will help make the most of your backyard and the time you spend there To make sure you leave some room for other recreational activities its a good idea to place the pool at the side of your backyard not the centre You should also look for a spot that has lots of sunshine to heat the water naturally and make you pool look more attrac tive