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UPDATED: Grandview Open House!

May 30th, 2007
Please note the change for this upcoming openhouse.

We are proud to announce that this Saturday, June 2, 2007, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 1420 E 7TH AV , in LANDMARK COURT in Grandview, Vancouver. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Condo for sale in beautiful Grandview. Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Grandview Condo for sale. As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing. Patz McMillan RE/MAX Crest Realty (Westside)

Grandview Open House!

May 30th, 2007
We are proud to announce that this Sunday, June 3, 2007, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 1420 E 7TH AV , in LANDMARK COURT in Grandview, Vancouver. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Condo for sale in beautiful Grandview. Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Grandview Condo for sale. As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing. Patz McMillan RE/MAX Crest Realty (Westside)

Grandview Open House!

May 30th, 2007
We are proud to announce that this Saturday, June 2, 2007, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 1420 E 7TH AV , in LANDMARK COURT in Grandview, Vancouver. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Condo for sale in beautiful Grandview. Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Grandview Condo for sale. As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing. Patz McMillan RE/MAX Crest Realty (Westside)

Stainless Steel Appliances

May 30th, 2007
Stainless Steel Appliances History of Stainless Steel comes from World War I when a new alloy was needed to prevent erosion and protect cannon bores. Harry Brearly discovered if you add chronium to low carbon steel, the steel becomes resistant to staining.

Benefits of stainless steel are corrosion resistant, Fire and heat resistant, excellent for strict hygiene environments, aesthetically pleasing and longevity.

Types:There are 60 grades of stainless steel. They range in colour from light to dark gray and when polished have a mirror like quality.

Cleaning: Find out if the finished is stainless steel or brushed chrome. Go

103 1420 E 7TH AV, Vancouver, BC

May 29th, 2007
I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 103 1420 E 7TH AV, Vancouver, BC

Private, oasis, secure ground floor unit with aprox 300 sqft patio garden area. 2 bdrm, 903 sqft unit on quiet st. Walk to everything you need. Close to "The Drive". Offers by Monday June 4th

Red Wine Stains - Removal

May 23rd, 2007
Red wine stains

To remove fresh red wine stains from carpet or fabric, immediately dab excess wine, soak area with water and smother with salt. Cover with an absorbent cloth and press with a heavy flat object overnight. The sodium will lift the stain.

Lawn and Garden Choices for a More Natural Environment

May 16th, 2007
There is an increasing trend in residential landscaping to move away form manicured lawns and groomed garden, and toward more unstructured yards that use plants that are indigenous to the area. Part of the reason for the move in this direction is that various levels of governments are beginning to see long-term cost and health benefits, and are therefore encouraging the change. The trend, often called “natural landscaping”, is catching on in home gardening as well because of a combination of environmental, cost-saving, and convenience benefits.

What is Natural Landscaping? Natural landscaping is the modification of land using

Tips to Reduce Air Condition Costs

May 9th, 2007
The heaviest period of air-condition use is quickly approaching. Here are a few pointers that can help reduce energy consumption without compromising comfort. Not only will these practices save money, they could also help ease the pressure on the utility grid supply during peak demand times. 1. If you have central air-conditioning, set an automatic thermostat slightly higher than you desired temperature, but run the circulation fan after the A-C cycle has stopped running. 2. Use a dehumidifier, portable fans, and even cooler nighttime breezes to help keep your home cooler and reduce A-C cycles. 3. Use heavy drapes to provide insulation in rooms with direct

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May 8th, 2007
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How to Cope if your Air Conditioning Fails

May 2nd, 2007
Perish the tough, but if your air-conditioning system suddenly evaporates due to a blackout, brownout or local power failure, the following suggestions could help you and your family achieve some level of comfort, despite very uncomfortable circumstances. - Wear loose, light-colored clothing. - Keep activity to a minimum; reduce your body temperature with a cool shower or cold wet cloth. - Eat small, light meals; avoid high protein or high calorie foods. - Drink water frequently, with ice if available. - Avoid alcohol and caffeine. Above all, if you power outage is part of an emergency situation, be sure to have plenty of drinking water available. Overnight,