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Page THE HALTON Wednesday May 1991 Cottage cleaning concerns This article Is provided by local Realtors and the Ontario Real Estate Association for the benefit of consumers In the real estate market If you re a cottage owner your summer get away has probably suffered from the forces of nature during the past seven or eight months While thoughts of men ding the roof unboardlng the win and hauling out the dock may seem a little overwhelming don despair Most seasoned cottagers agree that planning thoroughly in ad vance will make for an easier time when opening up your cot In fact it should only take about two or three weekends to prepare your second home for summer use To make the process easier and more enjoyable it s advisable to take things slowly and make sure you have assistance with all the heavy jobs To make sure you get the most out of the upcoming cottage season plan to open up your cot tage as early in the season as possible By doing this you II have your summer abode all ready for the first onslaught of balmy weather and you be able to relax and enjoy yourself while your cottage country neighbors are til getting their vacation properties into shape Initial Inspection For your first weekend visit you should plan to spend only the day The cottage will probably be too damp musty and uncomfor table to stay in overnight As soon as you arrive inspect the property carefully for any signs of damage or theft If a break in has occurred don t touch anything and call the local police immediately Uniting this initial visit the dock should be set in place and the water should be turned on depending on how early in the season your first visit is If it s warm enough to open the win this is the ideal time to give your cottage a thorough ainng If you left your outboard motor with a local mechanic for service over the winter months check to see if it ready for use ding on weather conditions you might also want to launch your boat but you 11 likely need two or three volunteers 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