18 OakviUe Beaver Weekend Sunday, July 18, 1999 BBQ & LEISURE Pioneer--more than pools By Ntenke T. Jonkman ADVERTISING FEATURE The backyard pool has always been a place to socialize and a place to spend serene afternoons or evenings trying to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Yet people are still intimidated by the idea of maintaining a pool. "This is a misnomer," said Pioneer Family Pools partner Grant Wallace. "The maintenance of a pool is very simple if done properly. There's a lot of confusion out there for the consumer as to what to do, and much of it is fallacy or old infor mation. I find it very satisfying when we can lib erate the apprehensive customer from these fears. It's very rewarding for me to see customers come in after a few weeks of good pool care training and seeing a new confident attitude in them. "The idea is to enjoy the pool and relax, not have it as an extra stress in your life - people are too busy for that. We can show them how easy it really can be." Pioneer Pools is not only one of the largest in- ground pool installers in Ontario, it is also one of the largest retail aftermarket suppliers, with many products to make the pool and backyard environ ment complete and enjoyable. "We want to be known as the 'backyard leisure living' store," Wallace said. And he's living up to his plan by bringing stocking all kinds of interesting products such as suntan lotion (with a special line just for babies and children), aromatherapy candles, patio acces sories and backyard toys and games. • "People are cocooning now," Wallace added. "They are investing more time and money into their homes and entertaining more. Our in-home spa and hot tub market is just huge." Pioneer Family Pools has been in business for over 35 years. "Our success stems from two things: our pro fessional and knowledgeable staff and our rela tionship with our customers," said Wallace. "We go to great lengths to get on a first name basis as much as possible. I am a consumer too, and this is my biggest strength. I know the value of my loyalty to a business and I want to earn that from my customers." Every weekend Pioneer offers special 'treats' to their customers at no charge. This has become so popular that regular customers will call ahead to find out what that week's treat will be. Then customers will come in Saturday morning and have a coffee and sit and chat with other cus tomers. Don't forget that Pioneer also carries pool sup plies, and pools for that matter. The helpful staff has an obvious passion for what they do and know their products well. Wallace invites you to come and browse through Pioneer Family Pools, located at 1020 South Service Road East. Call 905-844-7490 for more information. Tips for that summer auction • Auctions begin with a preview. Potential buyers can inspect the goods closely, and ask questions about the quality and history of arti cles offered. This gives consumers an opportunity to learn more about the items and may also help increase their knowledge of antique and modern furniture, jewellery, and art. • Experts will tend to gather at a large, formal auction. The novice will find many are willing to give their opinions of various styles and quality. The staff of reputable auction houses also enjoy taking the time to help potential clients learn more about their wares. • Major auction houses prepare catalogues of the pieces (or "lots") to be offered, before the sale takes place. • Consumers may also wish to make an appointment with the house before the sale. This service is usual ly offered to clients considering a major purchase, but anyone who is serious about getting to know the antique market will be welcomed by most auction houses. • Large and expensive articles are sold individually, but smaller items may be grouped together and sold as "box lots." People who want to par ticipate in the auction without spend ing a lot of money often buy these box lots, which are traditionally offered toward the end of the auction, when the major pieces have already been sold. Looking through these assortments before the sale begins will reveal if they contain anything but junk. • The Ontario antique market is highly developed and very competi tive. It is possible to discover a real find, but chances are other buyers will also have noticed the item and will bid up the price. Before the auction begins, consumers should consider which pieces they want and how much they're willing to pay. • Buyers should insist that the auc tioneer write a description of the item on the receipt. If a claim is later found to be false, the sellers can be sued N if they can be found. Traditionally, dishonest auctioneers move locations often, so it is best to make expensive purchases only from known dealers. For information on a variety of consumer issues, call the ministry's General Inquiry Unit at 326-8555 in the Toronto area or toll-free at 1 -800- 268-1142. Special electronic equip ment for use by people who have hearing and speech difficulties is available at 416-326-8566. Or visit the m inistry's website at http://www.ccr.gov.on.ca. Accredited Test & Repair Facility From discs CARS D um f f DRUMS Includes new shoes or pads, repack wheel bearings, resurface drums | & rotors and inspect entire system. Metallic pads included, j ______ present^ou^oon^Exg r̂es 24/99_ _ _ _ _ _ | • Lube, o il 4 filte r 10W30 • Check anti-freeze and levels ■ • Check brakes and ac$ust • Check exhaust lo r leaks . • • Check tires 4 front end • Check a ll lim its S o O Q S * • Check belts & hoses • Flotate tires • Service battery terminals . ^ M 0ST I • Check tune-up • New Car W arranty approved c a r s |™ ™ ^ ™ SSJfc"" "" "" ™ ™ I • Indudesne»sparkplugs,dudaltune-up components, ! setup & adjust engine, 4 service battery. 35S s5 9 9? I 8cyt.T9.95 9 SS& I Must present coupon at time of estimate. ^ Expires Ju ly 24 /9 9 Includes front end inspection, road test, I front caster 4 camber adjustments as required. I Must present . cotpon at time y i of purchase. d p 2 wheel • If only front end inspection performed .$10,006'labour charge is applicable. Expires July 24/99 ^ _ . -- ___ | We will: : • Change your oil (up to 5 litres of 10W30 I Quaker State) 4 filter • • Lubricate front end ■ • Check air pressure - all levels under hood J - fillers ' - | Must present ci I Expires July 24/99 :oupoi$ 1 99 l U 95 Installed Fits many cars. Pipes, clamps & hangers extra. Hot to be combined with any other offer (warranty work excluded) 1 yr. warranty. Must present coupon. Expires July 24 /99 $ 2 9 95 MOST CARS &UGHTTRUCKS Ontario Government Inspection. Any work required for safety check over the value of $150 + taxes, performed by this location, safety check is no charg»« I-----W T i l 4 TIRES immmmmmrnS. • Rebalance al ton lies 0 maxrize wear and tide comfort • Rotate al four tes b maxrnizE wear and petkxmance. Musi present coupon aatneofestmab 95 Most Cars j Expires July 24/99 >maxmffi wear and I *28K ! mein eke Discount Mufflers Quality Undercar Specialists Oakville .. . 501 Speers R d . U n it # 2 ... ( N e x t t o B u d d ' s I m p o r t e d C a r s ) R E E U n d e r c a r I n s p e c t i o n & E s t i m a t e N a t i o n w i d e L i f e t i m e G u a r a n t e e s OPEN M O N . - FRL t A M -6 PM __SATURDAY 8 A M -4 PM MUST PRESENT COUPON FOR ALL SPECIALS NOT TO BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFER THRI " 9 /ou /u 'u e /' Anotu- e o /a 6 yo u /t Summer Sidewalk Sale July 23, 24 • Selected Items ^ 2 ^ • Yellow Tags 5 0 % 495 Brant ■ 2 Whole w hitefish (about 1 1 / 2 pounds each), denned and sailed 1 Lemon wedges * Indirect/Medium Heat: Prepare G arb Butter. Place w hitefish in the centre o f lig h tly greased I cooking grate. Cook u n til fish is tender and flakes w ith a fo rk ; about 30 m inutes. Arrange fish | on serving p latter, spoon Garlic Buffer over. Serve w ith lemon wedges. I Qarlic Butter M elt butter in a sm all saucepan. Saule halved doves o f | 1 /3 Cup butter g a rlk and green onions in butler over low heat 12 to 15 ■ i Cloves garlic, minced m inutes, or 't ill lender and golden brown. Makes 1 cup. , 2 Green onions, th in ly sliced Kedpe compliments of ________________________ B a r - B - Q G a s G r i l l & F i r e p l a c e I n c . _490_S PEERS ROAI ̂0AKVIUE_M4J224 [ NOW YOU'RE COOKTI "! Encourage Your Child To Read A Newspaper We owe our children the greatest education we can give them, and encouraging them to read a newspaper is an important part of that education. Open a door of entertainment, wonder and knowledge for your children by encouraging them to begin a practice they will enjoy for the rest of their lives. The Oakville Beaver It all starts with newspaper. http://www.ccr.gov.on.ca BBQ & LEISURE ADVERTISING FEATURE Tips for that summer auction Summer Sidewalk • Selected Items ^2^ • Yellow Tags 50%