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Hire the right tradespeople for your renovation replace work that was performed by uncertified workers. Too often, unnecessary and costly redos throw a huge wrench in the flow of many projects, while adding major costs. Preparation and a bit of research will greatly increase the chances of completing your renovation on schedule and on budget. "Before you have any work done on your plumbing or air conditioning, or any It's important for your safety and security to hire certified professionals, like licensed residential air conditioning systems mechanic Darryl other work that involves a Grenier. Photo by Kris Caetano. compulsory trade, check the Many of us are turning our attention to major home, Public Register on the college's website and quickly cottage and business renovations. Even though find out if the tradesperson you are speaking with most of us can't wait to get our projects started, is qualified to do the job," says Bob Onyschuk, the taking the time now to find the right tradespeople college's director of compliance and enforcement. for the job is a necessary first step. "If they don't have an active membership, then If any of the work you'll be doing involves one of they are not legally certified to perform that trade Ontario's 22 compulsory trades, the tradesperson in Ontario." you're hiring must have a valid certificate of To save time, money and headaches this renovaqualification from the Ontario College of Trades. tion season, inquire before you hire -- ask to see Advanced planning and hiring certified and the tradesperson's credentials to verify their certiqualified tradespeople saves time and money, fication and college membership. A college membecause it reduces the likelihood of having to bership card or certificate of qualification indicates that a tradesperson has received certification in that trade, and includes an eight-digit number that can be used to verify their status on the college's online Public Register. When you go online, make sure the tradesperson is listed as having an active membership status. This status indicates the member is in good standing with the college and is legally able to work in Ontario. An expired, cancelled or suspended membership indicates that the individual cannot legally work here. To check if the tradesperson you're considering hiring is certified, access the Public Register at collegeoftrades.ca. 37 | Stouffville Sun-Tribune | Thursday, July 28, 2016 -- www.newscanada.com With me, you're not just a number! The Service you deserve and the Results that Move You! We all know that first impressions sell. I offer a unique real estate experience that includes creative & quality staging. I would like to offer you a free home evaluation and a 30-minute paint/colour consultation to help freshen your home for Summer. No pressure. No obligation. Let's just chat. Stacey K Kelenjian S SaleS RepReSentative www.staceykelenjian.com 416-996-9392 905-940-4180 For More Photos And Virtual Tour Go To RobertCook@RoyalLePage.ca RobertCookHomes.com Own A Piece Of Markham History Always dreamed of having a Heritage home with a white picket fence? Here it is! Many restored original features plus newer touches such as a claw foot tub, exposed original BELOVED LATE VICTORIAN CHARMER 3 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms · Premium 66 X 132 Lot Wonderfully Sized Living & Dining Rooms Bright Den, Study Or Perfect Home Office Addition Includes A Great Room With Wood Stove, Cathedral Ceiling Open To Kitchen And Loft Space Large Wrap-Around Deck Overlooks The Extensive Gardens Including A Water Feature Double Driveway And Parking For 6 OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, SUNDAY & MONDAY 2-5PM