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Confusing or Cool?

I'd hate to have to find the RIGHT door in the dark...

So ... what do we think?

1. I want it NOW!
2. Looks cool ... in an art gallery
3. No way!

Another great post from Geoff at Watermark:

Hey everyone - As Shakespeare once famously wrote (I’m pretty sure this is how it goes), “To Repair or Replace, that is the question” … Or as I not-so-famously just wrote… “Can I fix this toilet, or should I consider just replacing it altogether?”. 🤨 Let’s take a walk through the parameters we use as plumbers to determine if it’s best to try to fix that toilet that’s giving you trouble, or replace it all
together!

Your (hopefully) favourite plumber is back for another episode of “How NOT to Call the Plumber!”. These posts are aimed to help you with the most common plumbing issues you might have around the house – and hopefully save you some money. So let’s get into it!

The vast majority of toilet issues come as a result of hardware problems within the toilet’s tank. Those issues display as a toilet that might be constantly running, making hissing sounds, sporadically filling, etc.

When determining if it’s best to fix the toilet versus replace it altogether, it comes down to a few things:

1. Accessibility of Parts
While you can find parts for most toilets, there are just some brands of toilet that make this much more difficult. Brands like American Standard, Toto, and Kohler all have easily accessible parts, but when you get into lesser known brands, parts can become more difficult to find. In situations like this, it’s often best (aka cheaper) to replace the toilet altogether, than spend countless hours looking for parts, thinking you have the correct part but just finding out during the repair it’s not, etc., etc., etc.

2. Age of the Toilet (Part 1)
When a toilet reaches an age of about 12-15 years or more, it’s usually best to think about a full replacement rather than repair. We find that once toilets reach that age, they tend to fail faster, with less time between failures. It’s best to replace the toilet the first time rather than call someone in multiple times over the course of a couple of years to fix varying issues on an old toilet!

3. Age of the Toilet (Part 2)
Age also matters because of water usage. Many older toilets will use 4 or more gallons of water per flush (that’s like pouring 30 water bottles down the drain every time you flush the toilet!). Not only is this terrible for the environment, but also for you water bill every month! A new toilet will use as little as 1 GPF (plumber speak for Gallons per Flush) and due to new “technology” are able to flush with more power than their older counterparts!

4. Cracks
If your toilet is cracked, replace it – plain and simple. Not only is it extremely dangerous to be sitting on a cracked piece of porcelain that can fall apart at any moment and slice your butt open, but when it does, you’ll also most likely be dealing with a major flood to go along with your new stitches!

All in all, those are the most common things we’re looking at when a customer reaches out with a toilet issue. Every situation is different, but I hope that helped you to determine what might be best for you the next time you find yourself in the toilet (or toilet repair) aisle!

Have an excellent weekend – we’ll see you next time!

Happy Labor Day!

Rates are coming down again - give me a call and lets see if NOW is the RIGHT time to make your next move.

Shani Kernerman

Sales Representative
Re/Max Realtron Realty Inc., Brokerage
Office: 416-782-8882
Mobile: 416-268-8823
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.shanikernerman.com
Instagram: shanikernerman_realestate

Want to learn how easy it is to get a $1,750 subsidy from the City of Toronto?

This summer Toronto experienced record breaking rainfall which resulted in thousands of homeowners having to deal with flooding issues.

Rising groundwater levels combined with untimely power outages is a recipe for disaster … and a costly one at that.

Which is why installing a sump pump in your home is almost a necessity.

This is where Toronto’s Basement Flooding Subsidy comes in - a program whereby the city of Toronto will rebate you 80% of the invoiced cost of installing a sump pump and/or sump pump battery backup up to a maximum of $1,750!

And unlike most rebate programs the city has streamlined the application process to the point it will take you less than 5 minutes to submit!

Here are the steps to apply, which is fully online and done through a series of simple check boxes.

1. Have a sump pump and/or battery backup installed in your home - the installation of the sump and/or battery backup system must be completed and paid in full.
2. Confirm that you’ve had your downspouts disconnected from the city sewers
3. Acknowledge that you don’t have any outstanding taxes owed
4. Fill out your name, address, phone number, and email address
5. Verify that the contractor who did the work for you is registered with the city, by inputting their Contractor Business License Number
6. Upload your “Paid in Full” invoice
7. Upload a photo of your new sump system as well as a photo of the discharge pipe outside
8. Submit!

THAT’S IT!

Once you’ve submitted your application it will go through an approval process within a day or two - and then you just wait for your cheque!

Pretty simple right?

If you’d like to learn more about the rebate program or about how to get a sump pump installed - reach out today!

Not only could you save up to $1,750 today but you could save yourself thousands more in the future.

Shout out to Geoff Burke from Watermark Plumbing & Drains for this great info!

Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program During heavy rain, the sewers can become overloaded. It is essential that homeowners take appropriate action to reduce the risk of basement flooding. Owners of a single-family, duplex, triplex or fourplex residential home can apply online for a subsidy of up to $3,400 per property to install flood p...

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Shani Kernerman
Re/Max Realtron Realty Inc.
[email protected]

Why ... just why? 🤔

Mid-Year Cost of Living Index released and as bad as it feels around here ... we're actually only #23 in North America and #50 Overall 🙄

Maybe NOW is the time to stop renting and start building your future!

Contact me and let's discuss your options.

Shani Kernerman

“Your Friend In Real Estate”

Sales Representative
Re/Max Realtron Realty Inc., Brokerage
Office: 416-782-8882
Cell: 416-268-8823
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Don't Fall for Fads: Design Trends to Avoid for Timeless Style!

Some design trends stay classic - some don't ...

Stay Away: People Share What Interior Design Trends Will Age Poorly Interior design trends are like everything else. These fads may look amazing now, but they may not work out well in the long term. Many professional and amateur interior designers are tired of these designs and want to try something new. And still, the client always has the right to decide. Accordin...

Trust me - You do NOT want to see what goes on behind the scenes!! 😵‍💫

😮 I think I may just park my car on the street ... thoughts?