Gibbon Heating & Air Conditioning has been serving Saskatoon and surrounding areas for over 25 Years, Gibbon is a "Total Service" company with trained technicians who are able to provide customers with solutions to all their SASKATOON Heating & Air Conditioning and SASKATOON Plumbing related requirements!

Here Kate from Gibbon provide a Trusted Tip on FURNACE MAINTENANCE

Kate from Gibbon's Tip: A well maintained furnace with a clean filter is key to furnace safety!

The most important furnace safety tip is an annual furnace checkup. Having a professional inspection and cleaning each year to help prevent any issues from arising. If you do not have your furnace regularly cleaned, dust and dirt will accumulate over the filters, ducts and other parts resulting in a multitude of problems. From dirty air that can cause you to become sick to an inefficiently working furnace causing your bills to be higher, an unmaintained furnace is something that no homeowner should live with.

This service call is typically done in the fall but if you haven’t already had your furnace inspected this year, I recommend making an appointment today. Choosing a Pro is Important! A licensed and experienced HVAC contactor will ensure that your system is operating safely and at its peak efficiency. During the process the heat exchanger will be inspected, burners will be cleaned and valves and sensors will be tested. Finally, the air filters and humidifier pad (if your system has one) will be checked during the inspection.

You can find Gibbon Heating and Air online www.gibbonheating.com or check out their listing here in the AIR CONDITIONING & FURNACE Category on THE Saskatoon Directory of excellence..they are your Trusted FURNACE EXPERTS Right here in Saskatoon!

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Do you find that flaws in your appearance stand in the way of your confidence?

A non-surgical cosmetic procedure may be the solution you are looking for to improve your self-esteem! Global Healthcare can connect you to Botox treatments, laser treatments, and Restylane treatments to enhance your natural appearance.

What is Botox?

Botox is a drug made from a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum. It’s the same toxin that causes a life-threatening type of food poisoning called botulism. Doctors use it in small doses to treat health problems, including: temporary removal of facial wrinkles, severe underarm sweating, cervical dystonia, uncontrollable blinking, and misaligned eyes. Botox injections work by weakening or paralyzing certain muscles or by blocking certain nerves. Side effects can include pain at the injection site, flu-like symptoms, headache and upset stomach. Injections in the face may also cause temporary drooping eyelids. You should not use Botox if you are pregnant or breast feeding. ( See the You Tube Video below for a Demonstration- and before and after shots)

What are Laser Treatments?

Laser treatment is a popular non-surgical way to deal with various skin conditions. Laser treatments provide effective lasting results. These treatment sessions take various times and allow you to return to work or daily activities immediately after a session. While some patients may be able to tolerate a laser treatment without the use of anaesthetic, others may find the application of an anaesthetic cream helpful. The anaesthetic cream can provide adequate relief from discomfort during the procedure. Fortunately, the complications of laser hair removal are rare if it's done by an experienced and skilled physician. You should expect a certain degree of pain, swelling and redness after each treatment session.

What is Restylane?

Restylane is a temporary injectable that consists of a stabilized hyaluronic acid and a physiological sodium chloride solution. Restylane is a gel that is injected into the skin to add volume to lips and lift wrinkles and folds. Restylane consists of hyaluronic acid, which is a natural substance already present in your body. Once in the skin, Restylane works by creating volume. Restylane can be used to smooth wrinkles, enhance lips and shape facial contours. The most common areas are the glabella lines (between the eyebrows), the nasolabial folds (from the bottom of the nose to the corner of the mouth) and the lips, although other sites can also be treated. During treatment, crystal-clear Restylane gel is injected into the skin in tiny amounts with a very fine needle. The gel produces volume under the wrinkle, which is lifted and smoothed. The procedure is simple and results are practically instantaneous. To optimize your comfort during the procedure, your physician may anesthetise the treatment area. Restylane dissolves naturally with time, and a follow up treatment will be needed if you want to maintain the results. Restylane, like many non-surgical procedures, does not have to be performed by a plastic surgeon, but care should be taken when choosing a clinic.

Check out listings here in the Saskatoon Health & Wellness Category on THE Saskatoon directory of excellence. 

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2: Appreciate your Customers feedback

3: Why are you avoiding all Advertising Reps?

4: Are you so concerned with speaking to the RIGHT Customer that you are missing the sales from all the WRONG ones?

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Trusted Tip on RECRUITING Office Staff

How do I find the right Person?

PROBLEM: You’re hiring a new receptionist. There are 20 people working at your office and it’s an entry level position. There are 6 phone lines, lots of filing and mail that needs to be organized and distributed. The last person was great but she is moving out of the City. She’s given her two weeks notice and you need to find a replacement in a hurry. How do you advertise and find a quality person without spending a fortune?

There are many advertising locations you can use but which one is the best for you?

You need to determine the following:

1. How much of a budget do I have?

2. How much time do I have to sort through resumes and hold interviews?

3. How quick do I need someone?

4. How much notice has the previous person given? Do I want the old person to train the new person?

5. What qualifications do they need to be able to complete the duties as required?

Once you have the answers to these questions, you can begin your search for the perfect replacement!

There are many free resources you can use:

• SaskJobs.ca

• kijiji.ca

• oodle.ca

• Secondary Schools such as colleges will post jobs or post posters of your job for free

• post a job on your company website

• post a job in your local neighbourhood Post Office (if available)

• Don’t forget about word of mouth! Ask around for qualified employees!

Paid resources are endless.

• Saskatoonjobshop.ca
• Monster.ca
• Advertising in the local newspapers,
• Recruitment ads on TV or radio.

These resources are also great but they depend on your budget. If you find you are strapped for time and don’t have the time to advertise or sift through the mountains of resumes you will get there are a few alternatives.

Hire an Employment Agency. They can help you find either a temporary worker or permanent worker depending on what your needs are. Make sure you have a signed contract that clearly states what the rate per hour is for the employee and what the rate is for having them find a person on your behalf.

Overwhelmed with this process?

We offer the following recruitment services:

• Advertising for new administration staff

• Short-listing the candidates we feel will be the best fit for your company

• Set up interviews according to your time schedule

• Be present during interviews

• Assess the potential candidates by testing their level of knowledge and skill sets.

• Establish pay scales for new employees based on their knowledge, experience and YOUR budget

• Write and forward rejection letters to unsuccessful candidates

• Do reference checks on potential candidates

Contact us today to set up an appointment to get help to find the right employee today!

Marla Janzen is an award winning SASKATOON REALTOR she takes action to sell her client's homes and find them the perfect new place to live while negotiating the best terms and price possible. She loves what she does and takes great pride in providing excellence in customer service to all of her clients.

Marla Janzen shares her first Trusted tip on Ways to get your house ready for sale.

How To Prepare Your House For Sale Prepping and staging a house.

Every seller wants her home to sell fast and bring top dollar. Does that sound good to you? Well, it's not luck that makes that happen. It's careful planning and knowing how to professionally spruce up your home that will send home buyers scurrying for their checkbooks. Here is how to prep a house and turn it into an irresistible and marketable home.

Difficulty: Average

Time Required: Seven to 10 Days

Here's How:

1. Disassociate Yourself With Your Home.

• Say to yourself, "This is not my home; it is a house -- a product to be sold much like a box of cereal on the grocery store shelf.

• Make the mental decision to "let go" of your emotions and focus on the fact that soon this house will no longer be yours.

• Picture yourself handing over the keys and envelopes containing appliance warranties to the new owners!

• Say goodbye to every room.

• Don't look backwards -- look toward the future.

2. De-Personalize.

Pack up those personal photographs and family heirlooms. Buyers can't see past personal artifacts, and you don't want them to be distracted. You want buyers to imagine their own photos on the walls, and they can't do that if yours are there! You don't want to make any buyer ask, "I wonder what kind of people live in this home?" You want buyers to say, "I can see myself living here."

3. De-Clutter!

People collect an amazing quantity of junk. Consider this: if you haven't used it in over a year, you probably don't need it.

 • If you don't need it, why not donate it or throw it away?

• Remove all books from bookcases.

• Pack up those knickknacks.

• Clean off everything on kitchen counters.

• Put essential items used daily in a small box that can be stored in a closet when not in use.

• Think of this process as a head-start on the packing you will eventually need to do anyway.

4. Rearrange Bedroom Closets and Kitchen Cabinets.

Buyers love to snoop and will open closet and cabinet doors. Think of the message it sends if items fall out! Now imagine what a buyer believes about you if she sees everything organized. It says you probably take good care of the rest of the house as well. This means:

• Neatly stack dishes.

• Turn coffee cup handles facing the same way.

• Hang shirts together, buttoned and facing the same direction.

• Line up shoes.

• Remove all clutter from end tables, bedside cabinets etc..

5. Rent a Storage Unit.

Almost every home shows better with less furniture. Remove pieces of furniture that block or hamper paths and walkways and put them in storage. Since your bookcases are now empty, store them. Remove extra leaves from your dining room table to make the room appear larger. Leave just enough furniture in each room to showcase the room's purpose and plenty of room to move around. You don't want buyers scratching their heads and saying, "What is this room used for?" . Your moving anyway so take this as an opportunity to get packing!

6. Remove/Replace Favorite Items.

If you want to take window coverings, built-in appliances or fixtures with you, remove them now. If the chandelier in the dining room once belonged to your great grandmother, take it down. If a buyer never sees it, she won't want it. Once you tell a buyer she can't have an item, she will covet it, and it could blow your deal. Pack those items and replace them, if necessary.

7. Make Minor Repairs.

• Replace cracked floor or counter tiles.

• Patch holes in walls.

• Fix leaky faucets.

• Fix doors that don't close properly and kitchen drawers that jam.

• Consider painting your walls neutral colors, especially if you have grown accustomed to purple or pink walls. (Don't give buyers any reason to remember your home as "the house with the orange bathroom.")

• Replace burned-out light bulbs.

• If you've considered replacing a worn bedspread, do so now! 8. Make the House Sparkle!

• Wash windows inside and out.

• Rent a pressure washer and spray down sidewalks and exterior.

• Clean out cobwebs.

• Re-caulk tubs, showers and sinks.

• Polish chrome faucets and mirrors.

• Clean out the refrigerator.

• Vacuum daily.

• Wax floors.

• Dust furniture, ceiling fan blades and light fixtures.

• Bleach dingy grout.

• Replace worn rugs.

• Hang up fresh towels.

• Bathroom towels look great fastened with ribbon and bows.

• Clean and air out any musty smelling areas. Odors are a no-no.

• Do not try to mask odors with scents and room sprays…lots of people can be sensitive to smells and this will turn potential buyers off.

• Do not fry fish, cook spicy/ ethnic foods while trying to sell.

9. Scrutinize.

• Go outside and open your front door. Stand there. Do you want to go inside? Does the house welcome you?

• Linger in the doorway of every single room and imagine how your house will look to a buyer.

• Examine carefully how furniture is arranged and move pieces around until it makes sense.

• Make sure window coverings hang level.

• Tune in to the room's statement and its emotional pull. Does it have impact and pizzazz?

• Does it look like nobody lives in this house? You're almost finished.

10. Check Curb Appeal.

If a buyer won't get out of her agent's car because she doesn't like the exterior of your home, you'll never get her inside.

• Keep the sidewalks cleared.

• Mow the lawn

• In wintertime make sure all your sidewalks/ walkways are clear.

• Paint faded window trim.

• Plant yellow flowers or group flower pots together. Yellow evokes a buying emotion. Marigolds are inexpensive.

• Trim your bushes.

• Make sure visitors can clearly read your house number.

There are companies and organization out there that can do a lot of this for you …if your time doesn’t allow…call me and I can assist you in getting started. Remember you never get a 2nd chance to make a first impression.

Find Marla Online at http://www.century21.ca/marla.janzen she is a Century 21 Fusion Reltor based at 703 Circle Drive, Saskatoon..or checkout her listing in REAL ESTATE SASKATOON here on www.trustedsaskatoon.com , Marla Janzen is your REAL ESTATE EXPERT right here in Saskatoon.

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