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DeaDline Date for VolUMe 29, iSSUe 07 iS Mar. 28, 2013 @ 4:00 pM
Mar. 22 - Apr. 05, 2013 Volume 29 Issue 06Edmonton Edition
TEN TOPdesign tips for renters
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FeatureVice-President, WAll2WAll mediA Jacqueline Hill
editor in chief, reAl estAte Susan Legge
nAtionAl Account mAnAger, mediAtiVe Paul Slizys
director of sAles, Western cAnAdA Josh Heppner
mAnAger, nAtionAl business deVeloPment Katie Nash
mediA consultAnt Carolyn Porteous (on leave), Shelley Balla
editor Elisa Krovblit
contributors Leslie Styles, Jane Herman, Lucie Grys
senior Production mAnAger Gnanapandithan Bala
Production mAnAger Nikki Yarwood
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25 South Central
27 North East
28 Ft. Saskatchewan
31 North West
32 West
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38 South West
41 Houses, Condos & Duplexes, Executive Homes
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22 renters’ help Ten top design tips for renters by lucie Grys
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renters’ help 24 Spring cleaning 101
by Jane herman quick tips 30 How to keep the kitchen safe
insider info 36 Getting rid of pests like a boss
by elisa krovblit scrumpdillyicious 40 Nigella’s chocolate cherry trifle
by leslie styles
as you know, one of the biggest things to consider when renting is your choice of location. Unlike furniture, paint and being a good neighbour, it’s the
one thing that you cannot change so it’s important to choose well. What are the critical things to consider when choosing a location? There are so many personal variables it’s really up to you to decide. As an example, if it is just as important to you to be close to your children’s school as it is to your place of work, then look for a place that offers you the best of both worlds. If you own a car and want to use public transportation whenever possible to save on parking and gas costs, a well-connected mass transit location may be a better option for you. If you’re a walker, close proximity to major amenities should be a definite consideration. Doing errands such as grocery shopping and banking on foot has many health benefits and gives you a chance to meet your neighbours and discover new places. Don’t let the cost of rent solely dictate your choice of location. Make a list of your priorities first, and then take the time to assess each location for its merits and weight your options.Susan LeggeEDITOR-IN-CHIEF, National Real Estate [email protected]
Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge
no two apartments are the same, even though every renter is legally guaranteed the same rules, obligations and protection – by province. To find out specifics about your own province, you can
look up the appropriate Residential Tenancies Act:British Columbia: www.rto.gov.bc.caAlberta: www.servicealberta.gov.ab.ca/landlords_tenants.cfmManitoba: www.gov.mb.ca/cca/rtb/Ontario: www.ltb.gov.on.ca/There are subtle variations between provinces – some have rent control,
though most don’t. Some allow security deposits and/or key money, others don’t. Just because you’re familiar with the rules of one province, don’t assume they apply if you relocate to a different province, they may – but they may not or may be modified. The application, mediation and resolution systems are also different from province to province. Know your rights – and obligations.
If you have a problem, the first person to approach is your property manager or landlord, depending on the size and arrangement of your rental. Most people are reasonable, when a problem arises it should be simple to come to a solution. Though nobody wants to be litigious – it’s both time-consuming and can get quite expensive – put your communications in writing so that there is a record of the exchange. If a problem escalates or doesn’t seem to be getting the proper attention, make sure you chronicle the experience. If you do need to escalate the situation to mediation or legal action you will need as much supporting documentation as possible about the issue. But chances are it won’t come to that. Most landlords and property management teams make customer service – you – their top priority.
With Renters Guide in hand you’ll find that perfect place. Our magazine and website, TheRentersGuide.ca, offer the best selection of available apartments, informative articles and advice, making it easy to make your move!
Elisa KrovblitEDITOR [email protected]
Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/ElisaKrovblit
Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/TheRentersGuide
EDITORS’ NOTES
Take a look at the market and see what’s out there. Vacancy rates are currently very low – and due to supply and demand, rent may be higher than the last time you looked around the market. Skim through apartments that are available and appeal to you to familiarize yourself with the market.e sure you have
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8. PHOTOGRAPHY – included in your contract is the option for exterior site photography 9. SEGMENTATION – magazines are divided and are specifi c to each neighborhoods for ease of use by potential renters.
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4. EDITORIAL • Timely and topical industry-related editorials and articles• In-house writers and celebrity contributors that speak to the rental
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1.Choose a theme When it comes to designing your space, it’s easier if you chose a
theme as a starting point. If you love hiking in the outdoors, pick colours like greens, blues and earth tones that reflect the trees, sky and rocks. If you love to go dancing on a Saturday night, try vibrant reds, glittery metallics and sultry blacks. If you’ve got the travel bug, try hot pinks, aquamarines and saffron yellows. Or, if
you want your space to be a respite from your busy life, chose off whites, pale blues and natural colours to relax you.
Once you’ve picked a theme, you’ll find it’s a lot easier to focus on creating your perfect space. Marta Nicholson of Moda Interior Design in Winnipeg, Manitoba notes, “we need to remember that in today’s time with busy schedules, the place that we call home needs to be a
stress-free environment that we find
beautiful, calming and truly a retreat to
rejuvenate for the next day. Visual balance
is one of the most important key elements
in design – balance of colour, balance and
moderation in accessories, balance of
textures. If this is successful in a space
– whether large or small – then the
outcome of the design produces comfort
and pleasure.”
2start with a Clean slate If you ask your landlord’s permission and show them the
colours ahead of time, most will allow you to paint your walls. Often, they will ask you to paint them back to a neutral tone before you leave, but that seems to be a small price to pay for living with the colours that you want. If painting the walls isn’t an option, visit a fabric store and frame your favourite prints and patterns to bring some life to your walls. “If a renter is planning to be in a lease for a long period of time, then it is important to love the place that you call home. Make your home beautiful. Hire an interior designer who will come in and assist you in making your space special,” says Nicholson. If you can’t paint, she advises clients to use, “a cushion or throw or a new bedspread in the bedroom to achieve colour. Also, nothing can beat fresh flowers in a space to add colour, texture and interest.”
3the party is in the kitChen Everyone knows that the real party always ends up in the kitchen. But if
you’ve inherited ugly cupboards and a leaky faucet, you might just choose the keep the lights off. If you are a neat freak and don’t mind your plates and cups being exposed, unscrew your cabinet doors and go for the open shelving look. Prop your dishware so it looks like a magazine stylist did it, and hide your cupboard doors under your bed for when you decide to move and have to put them back up. Another quick fix that can update any dated kitchen is to splurge on a great looking faucet. For about $100, you can modernize your kitchen, and paired with some bold tea towels, a vase of fresh flowers and a bowl of apples, lemons or limes, you’ll create a real designer look for less.
4 window dressing Window treatments can be very expensive, but it’s easier than you
think to create a great look, and can be done on a budget. If you’ve moved into a space where the blinds are older than you are, take them down and stash them in
your storage locker. A simple rod with some prefab curtain panels is a cheap fix to frame out your windows. Hit your local big box store for some bamboo blinds and add some texture while you shut out the morning light. Or, find a deal and buy metres and metres of a good-looking, neutral fabric and drape the material over a rod for a no-sew solution.
5Bathroom Blues It’s amazing what a new shower curtain, a good scrubbing and a
basket of fresh towels can do to bring the spa home to your own bathroom. No need to fret over ugly shower tiles, simple keep your shower curtain drawn over the bathtub and only you will know what ‘70s-inspired tiles lurk behind. Pick up an stylish mirror to hang over the sink and prop you bathroom with clear containers of cotton swabs, cotton balls and other lotions and potions. Depending on the effect you want to create, you can add some life to a bathroom by replacing a low wattage bulb with a higher one – or pick up a small lamp for the counter to create a romantic ambient mood.
6save or splurge? The key to creating your dream space is to know when to splash out
the big bucks and when to hit the local garage sales. Nicholson says, “If an individual is renting a space for a short time, then I would suggest that they should invest in items that they can take with them. If a client purchases small items that they find beautiful to brighten up their space, then they will most likely find that same item beautiful for their second living arrangement. Items such as paintings and artwork, sculptural elements, vases, the list goes on. However one needs to avoid clutter, – clutter being to me one of the greatest eyesores.”
7inCrease your living spaCe When patio weather hits, and if you are lucky enough to have some
outdoor space, use it wisely. Instead of your balcony being a storage space for your bike, treat the space like an outdoor room. Throwing down an outdoor rug to
frame out a conversation nook, placing a
bistro table with a few folding chairs and
picking up some pre-planted flowers or
ferns can create a lot of visual interest.
Keep the theme and colours consistent
with your interior and make the time to
enjoy your outdoor oasis and dine al
fresco.
8Create a home offiCe
If working on your laptop in front of
the TV is taking its toll on your
back, pick a corner or a small closet and
make a home office. Wireless printers can
be stored in a wardrobe or behind a
cupboard, install a few floating shelves for
supplies in neat boxes and pick up a stool
that can be easily tucked away. The trick
is to keep the space clutter-free and
well-organized.
9store it wisely
With space at a premium, being
clever with storage ideas will help to
free up living space. Invest in an
upholstered storage bench than can serve
as a coffee table and can also divide a
living room from a dining nook. Pick up a
wardrobe to hide away your TV, stereo,
DVD and extra linens and towels. Use
closet space wisely and pick up some
stacking shelves for seasonal items like
winter boots and bulky sweaters.
10 keep it Clean
Enjoy that new place feeling
for as long as you can, take the
time to unpack all of your boxes and put
your treasures away. Living out of
cardboard boxes isn’t fun. Sweep up and
vacuum on Sunday nights, dust off your
TV and tables, recycle junk mail so it
doesn’t pile up on kitchen counters and be
proud of your home. Invite your friends
and family over to share your space and
even if you don’t own your home yet, live
as if you do.
ten top design tips for renters
By Lucie Grys
You don’t need to blow the bank to make your rented apartment or house feel like home. With these 10 quick and affordable, landlord-approved design tips, you’ll be living la dolce vita in no time.
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• 6 appliances
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• Large balconies
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• On-site management
renters’help
1.Choose a theme When it comes to designing your space, it’s easier if you chose a
theme as a starting point. If you love hiking in the outdoors, pick colours like greens, blues and earth tones that reflect the trees, sky and rocks. If you love to go dancing on a Saturday night, try vibrant reds, glittery metallics and sultry blacks. If you’ve got the travel bug, try hot pinks, aquamarines and saffron yellows. Or, if
you want your space to be a respite from your busy life, chose off whites, pale blues and natural colours to relax you.
Once you’ve picked a theme, you’ll find it’s a lot easier to focus on creating your perfect space. Marta Nicholson of Moda Interior Design in Winnipeg, Manitoba notes, “we need to remember that in today’s time with busy schedules, the place that we call home needs to be a
stress-free environment that we find
beautiful, calming and truly a retreat to
rejuvenate for the next day. Visual balance
is one of the most important key elements
in design – balance of colour, balance and
moderation in accessories, balance of
textures. If this is successful in a space
– whether large or small – then the
outcome of the design produces comfort
and pleasure.”
2start with a Clean slate If you ask your landlord’s permission and show them the
colours ahead of time, most will allow you to paint your walls. Often, they will ask you to paint them back to a neutral tone before you leave, but that seems to be a small price to pay for living with the colours that you want. If painting the walls isn’t an option, visit a fabric store and frame your favourite prints and patterns to bring some life to your walls. “If a renter is planning to be in a lease for a long period of time, then it is important to love the place that you call home. Make your home beautiful. Hire an interior designer who will come in and assist you in making your space special,” says Nicholson. If you can’t paint, she advises clients to use, “a cushion or throw or a new bedspread in the bedroom to achieve colour. Also, nothing can beat fresh flowers in a space to add colour, texture and interest.”
3the party is in the kitChen Everyone knows that the real party always ends up in the kitchen. But if
you’ve inherited ugly cupboards and a leaky faucet, you might just choose the keep the lights off. If you are a neat freak and don’t mind your plates and cups being exposed, unscrew your cabinet doors and go for the open shelving look. Prop your dishware so it looks like a magazine stylist did it, and hide your cupboard doors under your bed for when you decide to move and have to put them back up. Another quick fix that can update any dated kitchen is to splurge on a great looking faucet. For about $100, you can modernize your kitchen, and paired with some bold tea towels, a vase of fresh flowers and a bowl of apples, lemons or limes, you’ll create a real designer look for less.
4 window dressing Window treatments can be very expensive, but it’s easier than you
think to create a great look, and can be done on a budget. If you’ve moved into a space where the blinds are older than you are, take them down and stash them in
your storage locker. A simple rod with some prefab curtain panels is a cheap fix to frame out your windows. Hit your local big box store for some bamboo blinds and add some texture while you shut out the morning light. Or, find a deal and buy metres and metres of a good-looking, neutral fabric and drape the material over a rod for a no-sew solution.
5Bathroom Blues It’s amazing what a new shower curtain, a good scrubbing and a
basket of fresh towels can do to bring the spa home to your own bathroom. No need to fret over ugly shower tiles, simple keep your shower curtain drawn over the bathtub and only you will know what ‘70s-inspired tiles lurk behind. Pick up an stylish mirror to hang over the sink and prop you bathroom with clear containers of cotton swabs, cotton balls and other lotions and potions. Depending on the effect you want to create, you can add some life to a bathroom by replacing a low wattage bulb with a higher one – or pick up a small lamp for the counter to create a romantic ambient mood.
6save or splurge? The key to creating your dream space is to know when to splash out
the big bucks and when to hit the local garage sales. Nicholson says, “If an individual is renting a space for a short time, then I would suggest that they should invest in items that they can take with them. If a client purchases small items that they find beautiful to brighten up their space, then they will most likely find that same item beautiful for their second living arrangement. Items such as paintings and artwork, sculptural elements, vases, the list goes on. However one needs to avoid clutter, – clutter being to me one of the greatest eyesores.”
7inCrease your living spaCe When patio weather hits, and if you are lucky enough to have some
outdoor space, use it wisely. Instead of your balcony being a storage space for your bike, treat the space like an outdoor room. Throwing down an outdoor rug to
frame out a conversation nook, placing a
bistro table with a few folding chairs and
picking up some pre-planted flowers or
ferns can create a lot of visual interest.
Keep the theme and colours consistent
with your interior and make the time to
enjoy your outdoor oasis and dine al
fresco.
8Create a home offiCe
If working on your laptop in front of
the TV is taking its toll on your
back, pick a corner or a small closet and
make a home office. Wireless printers can
be stored in a wardrobe or behind a
cupboard, install a few floating shelves for
supplies in neat boxes and pick up a stool
that can be easily tucked away. The trick
is to keep the space clutter-free and
well-organized.
9store it wisely
With space at a premium, being
clever with storage ideas will help to
free up living space. Invest in an
upholstered storage bench than can serve
as a coffee table and can also divide a
living room from a dining nook. Pick up a
wardrobe to hide away your TV, stereo,
DVD and extra linens and towels. Use
closet space wisely and pick up some
stacking shelves for seasonal items like
winter boots and bulky sweaters.
10 keep it Clean
Enjoy that new place feeling
for as long as you can, take the
time to unpack all of your boxes and put
your treasures away. Living out of
cardboard boxes isn’t fun. Sweep up and
vacuum on Sunday nights, dust off your
TV and tables, recycle junk mail so it
doesn’t pile up on kitchen counters and be
proud of your home. Invite your friends
and family over to share your space and
even if you don’t own your home yet, live
as if you do.
ten top design tips for renters
By Lucie Grys
You don’t need to blow the bank to make your rented apartment or house feel like home. With these 10 quick and affordable, landlord-approved design tips, you’ll be living la dolce vita in no time.
Why does the return of longer days and warmer temperatures trigger an urge to purge our
homes of clutter and engage in cleaning them from top to bottom? The warming weather means we can fi nally start to relegate our boots and heavy outerwear to the back of the closet – or at least pull some of the spring clothing into rotation. In tackling your own apartment organize the task into de-cluttering and cleaning and spread it out over a period of several weeks.
DE-CLUTTERINGThoroughly clean all boots, footwear and
outerwear and clean out your coat closet.
Go through your collection of hats, gloves,
and scarves, washing and cleaning where
necessary, discarding odd gloves and
organizing all into storage baskets. Wash
your boot tray or hallway mat and put away
in a closet until next winter.
Remove everything from your pantry.
Straighten up all your dry ingredients,
discarding stale boxes of cereal, cookies,
crackers, etc. Take an inventory of what
you need and replenish with fresh spices,
oils and other staples. Check under the
sink and refresh your supply of sponges,
cleaning products and other supplies. Go
through your dishes, cutlery and cookware,
discarding odd, broken items or things
you never use. Treat yourself to a trip
to a kitchen supply store and purchase
something that will make food preparation
and serving easier, such as a good set of
storage containers, some new glasses, or a
special serving piece.
Spring is a good time to go through your
books, CDs and DVDs. Is it time for a
new media storage unit or bookshelf?
Apartment storage space is limited and you
don’t want to become a pack rat. Does your
coffee table look like a war zone? Move
everything off of it and re-evaluate what
you want it to be, a focal point for the room
or a catch-all for your books and papers.
Go through your upper and lower
bathroom cupboards, discarding all expired
cosmetics and other products. Replace and
replenish soaps, body wash, shampoo,
sunscreen, paper products, etc. Check the
condition of your towels – if you can afford
it, spring is a good time to invest in a set of
new ones.
Take time to re-arrange your wardrobe,
so that warm weather garments are more
accessible. Wash or dry clean garments
before storing them in zippered bags.
Go through your closets, drawers, shoe
collection, cleaning, polishing, repairing
and discarding where necessary. Donate
apparel you no longer use. Many apartment
buildings now have charity drop boxes
right on the grounds; if yours doesn’t,
take things you no longer need or use to a
donation centre.
CLEANINGTurn off your refrigerator and begin by
cleaning the dust off the coils (these are
usually at the bottom, under the grill).
Clean with a vacuum attachment or damp
cloth. Remove everything from inside the
refrigerator and wash the bins and shelves
in hot soapy water, drying thoroughly.
Defrost the freezer and wipe the interior
with a solution of 2 tbs. baking soda per 1
litre hot water. Clean all the surfaces of the
kitchen, including the walls, backsplashes,
tops and doors of cupboards, and the oven.
Clean out your fi les, reviewing bank
statements, paid bills, contracts, household
inventories, warranties and other personal
documents. Clean your computer keyboard
with a cotton swab; wipe the screen with a
special cloth and spray cleaning solution.
Thoroughly clean or replace your mattress
pad. Replace winter bedding with lighter,
warm weather blankets. Clean your pillows
to rid them of mould, bacteria and odours.
If you’ve been using your balcony as a
storeroom, now is the time to move those
snow tires, bicycles and other large items
out of sight. On a warm day, clean your
balcony sliding door. Mix up a solution of
one part white vinegar and one part hot
water. Using a large sponge, rub the glass
with the water and vinegar solution to rub
away the dirt. Wet a squeegee and wipe the
glass thoroughly. Wipe the surfaces with
lint-free cloths like cloth diapers or other
cloths that have not been laundered with
fabric softener which will leave a residue.
Clean the frames down as well.
Wipe down or vacuum all furniture and
other surfaces, such as windowsills and
baseboards. Clean window coverings and
rugs. Check the batteries in your smoke
detector and ensure they are free of dust.
Moving all the furniture to clean around
and underneath where possible, dust and
vacuum every room in the apartment,
then wash and mop all fl oors. Open the
windows and let the fresh air and sunshine
in. Now, sit down and relax and enjoy the
pleasure of your clean apartment!
Spring cleaning 101renters’help
BY JANE HERMAN
Jane Herman is a communications consultant who has worked in the rental property industry. Jane provides communications solutions
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Remember the date: Remembering expiry dates is essential to ensuring the food you feed your family is safe. Make sure the expiry dates on your food containers are visible and rotate older products to the front when you bring new groceries home. Making sure you have the freshest food on hand is a great way to ensure your family’s meals are both safe and nutritious.
Remember that healthy eating goes beyond your choice of food. Keeping your kitchen clean is a big part of making sure your family’s meals are as healthy as they can be. NC
The kitchen is a great place for family members to come
together. Cooking is a great way to involve the entire family in an activity while still getting dinner on the table. While this time can be a great way to bond, it can also be dangerous if food isn’t handled properly. Follow these food safety tips to keep the kitchen a safe and fun place:
Keep things separate: A combination of protein and vegetables is great for any meal, but keeping things separate is important for food safety. Designate a separate cutting board for meat and one for vegetables. Make things fun and creative for the kids by allowing them to pick out fun coloured cutting boards for each item.
Avoid chemicals: Keeping the counters clean is important for food safety, as bacteria from the counter can transfer onto your food. To keep your kitchen counters clean, choose a product with naturally derived ingredients, such as Green Works All-Purpose cleaner. Green Works products are made with at least 95 per cent naturally–derived ingredients, so you can be sure the clean you are getting is without harsh chemical fumes or residue.
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like a bossGETTING RID OF PESTS
NOBODY WANTS TO TALK ABOUT IT, but that doesn’t mean it’s not there. Pests. Vermin. Bugs. Infestations. There’s nothing pretty or glamourous about it. But what do you do when the mice are scurrying, the bees have taken over or you can’t sleep tight because the bedbugs are biting?
Gary Muldoon, president of Orkin Canada can tell you. You call in the professionals. Being the president of the company, you might not think he’s been under too many decks or in too many homes battling on the front lines of pest control – but you’d be wrong. Gary rose to the occasion when The W Network’s hit series Undercover Boss Canada
approached him for the show. Gary found himself face-to-face with a mighty raccoon under a deck, and toe-to-toe with some nasty bugs. He also found a lot of earnest dedication on the part of his professional exterminators. It’s not just a service and a business, he came away with a greater understanding of how treatment of pests and infestations can dramatically affect people’s quality of life.
Now that we’re in the winter months, Gary explains, mice are enemy number one. “Expanding city sprawl is disrupting mice homes,” he says. They’re only looking for somewhere to live. In fact, most creatures are looking for a nice warm place to live and the fall and winter are a busy season for new intruders.
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THERE ARE THREE THINGS YOU WANT TO DO IF YOU SEE MICE:• SHUT OFF ANY ACCESS POINTS• REMOVE ANY FOOD SOURCE • CALL IN A PROFESSIONAL
There are three things you want to do if you see mice: Shut off any access points; remove any food source; call in a professional.
“They don’t believe in birth control and mice can have several litters per year – every three months – and have a dozen in a litter,” says Gary. You don’t want to do the math, you just want to stop it before it gets out of control.
“Mouse urine is a scent that attracts other mice. Droppings can create health issues.” And another concern is safety and physical damage – mice chew everything, even wires and power cords.
Exterminators don’t come armed with super-sonic mouse-fi nding machines. They know the hotspots to look for and they’ve been trained to “think like a mouse,” Gary explains. “How did I get in here? What’s the best place to hide? What’s the best place to live?” are all things the exterminators need to consider in locating nests.
Orkin Canada doesn’t use poison in homes, since it could harm pets and children. Instead the company uses what Gary describes as “glorifi ed windmills.” They’re live traps. “In a few days, problem solved.”
Orkin Canada gets 64,000 calls every month. While a lot of them are regular service calls and commercial business, that staggering monthly number from just one of the major pest control companies illustrates just how pervasive pests can be.
Bedbugs are another type of out-of-control infestation that needs fast and decisive professional intervention. While it’s thought to be a scourge of apartment buildings, the fact is, it is also a problem in private homes, coffee shops, restaurants, libraries, airplanes – pretty much any public spaces. “Bedbugs are hitchhikers, they travel with people, jump off and get on the next person.” In fact, a message on Twitter in 2010 nearly derailed the Toronto International Film Festival, one of the world’s biggest and fl ashiest screening parties, because there was a concern that one of the main theatres might have bedbugs. It
turned out not to have any foundation, but the bedbugs had made headlines and put people on high alert.
“Bedbugs reproduce so quickly,” Gary explains. And it’s hard to get all of them. They can hide in the tiniest crevice. They can travel through electrical conduits.
“Carbon dioxide attracts bedbugs, so they’re usually on the headboard of a bed. Rapid breathers, high body temperatures and certain blood types attract them.” They eat blood and some sleepers are more delicious than others.
DDT used to be the solution for bedbugs, but that’s off the roster now. Since it’s been banned, there are other methods, though preventative treatments are necessary to keep the problem at bay. Bedbugs emit a pheromone – a scent that dogs can pick up. Orkin Canada will go in with bedbug-hunting dogs and can detect with near certainty whether a problem exists quite quickly. In apartments, to contain the infestation, they like to treat above, below and beside the affected apartment so that there’s nowhere untreated that the bugs can escape. In most homes, a great amount of furnishings end up being thrown out – consider the potential of picking up a bedbug infestation the next time you pick up a curbside treasure!
Roaches are yet another issue. They reproduce really quickly and they’re nocturnal. “If you see them during the day, it’s a bad problem.” One of the things they love to eat, says Gary, is the glue in cardboard boxes. Don’t bring them home from the grocery store, he says it’s all-too-common a way to introduce a roach problem into your home. They like moisture and are often found under the kitchen sink.
From bees and hornets to raccoons, rodents and vermin, there are a lot of animals that can live where you want them least, but there’s always help – and a way to get rid of them if you do.
And that raccoon that Gary wrangled with under the deck? “I got the raccoon. I got him. It wasn’t easy.”
Gary Muldoon, president of Orkin Canada orkincanada.ca
like a bossGETTING RID OF PESTS
NOBODY WANTS TO TALK ABOUT IT, but that doesn’t mean it’s not there. Pests. Vermin. Bugs. Infestations. There’s nothing pretty or glamourous about it. But what do you do when the mice are scurrying, the bees have taken over or you can’t sleep tight because the bedbugs are biting?
Gary Muldoon, president of Orkin Canada can tell you. You call in the professionals. Being the president of the company, you might not think he’s been under too many decks or in too many homes battling on the front lines of pest control – but you’d be wrong. Gary rose to the occasion when The W Network’s hit series Undercover Boss Canada
approached him for the show. Gary found himself face-to-face with a mighty raccoon under a deck, and toe-to-toe with some nasty bugs. He also found a lot of earnest dedication on the part of his professional exterminators. It’s not just a service and a business, he came away with a greater understanding of how treatment of pests and infestations can dramatically affect people’s quality of life.
Now that we’re in the winter months, Gary explains, mice are enemy number one. “Expanding city sprawl is disrupting mice homes,” he says. They’re only looking for somewhere to live. In fact, most creatures are looking for a nice warm place to live and the fall and winter are a busy season for new intruders.
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There are three things you want to do if you see mice: Shut off any access points; remove any food source; call in a professional.
“They don’t believe in birth control and mice can have several litters per year – every three months – and have a dozen in a litter,” says Gary. You don’t want to do the math, you just want to stop it before it gets out of control.
“Mouse urine is a scent that attracts other mice. Droppings can create health issues.” And another concern is safety and physical damage – mice chew everything, even wires and power cords.
Exterminators don’t come armed with super-sonic mouse-fi nding machines. They know the hotspots to look for and they’ve been trained to “think like a mouse,” Gary explains. “How did I get in here? What’s the best place to hide? What’s the best place to live?” are all things the exterminators need to consider in locating nests.
Orkin Canada doesn’t use poison in homes, since it could harm pets and children. Instead the company uses what Gary describes as “glorifi ed windmills.” They’re live traps. “In a few days, problem solved.”
Orkin Canada gets 64,000 calls every month. While a lot of them are regular service calls and commercial business, that staggering monthly number from just one of the major pest control companies illustrates just how pervasive pests can be.
Bedbugs are another type of out-of-control infestation that needs fast and decisive professional intervention. While it’s thought to be a scourge of apartment buildings, the fact is, it is also a problem in private homes, coffee shops, restaurants, libraries, airplanes – pretty much any public spaces. “Bedbugs are hitchhikers, they travel with people, jump off and get on the next person.” In fact, a message on Twitter in 2010 nearly derailed the Toronto International Film Festival, one of the world’s biggest and fl ashiest screening parties, because there was a concern that one of the main theatres might have bedbugs. It
turned out not to have any foundation, but the bedbugs had made headlines and put people on high alert.
“Bedbugs reproduce so quickly,” Gary explains. And it’s hard to get all of them. They can hide in the tiniest crevice. They can travel through electrical conduits.
“Carbon dioxide attracts bedbugs, so they’re usually on the headboard of a bed. Rapid breathers, high body temperatures and certain blood types attract them.” They eat blood and some sleepers are more delicious than others.
DDT used to be the solution for bedbugs, but that’s off the roster now. Since it’s been banned, there are other methods, though preventative treatments are necessary to keep the problem at bay. Bedbugs emit a pheromone – a scent that dogs can pick up. Orkin Canada will go in with bedbug-hunting dogs and can detect with near certainty whether a problem exists quite quickly. In apartments, to contain the infestation, they like to treat above, below and beside the affected apartment so that there’s nowhere untreated that the bugs can escape. In most homes, a great amount of furnishings end up being thrown out – consider the potential of picking up a bedbug infestation the next time you pick up a curbside treasure!
Roaches are yet another issue. They reproduce really quickly and they’re nocturnal. “If you see them during the day, it’s a bad problem.” One of the things they love to eat, says Gary, is the glue in cardboard boxes. Don’t bring them home from the grocery store, he says it’s all-too-common a way to introduce a roach problem into your home. They like moisture and are often found under the kitchen sink.
From bees and hornets to raccoons, rodents and vermin, there are a lot of animals that can live where you want them least, but there’s always help – and a way to get rid of them if you do.
And that raccoon that Gary wrangled with under the deck? “I got the raccoon. I got him. It wasn’t easy.”
Gary Muldoon, president of Orkin Canada orkincanada.ca
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LesLie styLes, foodie & traveL aficionado, shares some deLicious dishes found on her traveLs around the worLd.
nigeLLa’s chocoLate cherry trifLe
› 2 chocolate pound cakes, about 12 oz each
› 1 cup black cherry jam
› 1 1/2 cup cherry brandy
› 4 cups drained sour cherries
Custard:› 4 oz bittersweet chocolate (at least 70
per cent cocoa), chopped
› 1 1/3 cups whole milk plus 1 tablespoon
› 1 1/3 cups heavy cream plus 1 tablespoon
› 8 egg yolks
› 1/2 cup sugar plus 1 tablespoon sugar
› 1/3 cup cocoa powder
Topping:› 3 cups whipping cream
› 1 oz bittersweet chocolate grated
ingredients serves 16
directions
Slice the chocolate pound cake into thick pieces
and spread generously with cherry jam, rather
like making big jam sandwiches, and layer in
the bottom of a large, wide trifle bowl,
squishing the cake down. Then pour over the
cherry brandy so that the cake soaks it up —
trifle should be boozy! Top with all of the
drained cherries, being sure to push some
against the side of the bowl, because that’s
what you’ll see when the trifle is served. Cover
with cling wrap and leave to macerate while
you make the custard.
Melt 4 ounces of chocolate in a saucepan, over
medium-low. Once the chocolate is melted, set
aside while you get on with the custard. In a
saucepan warm the milk and cream. Whisk the
egg yolks, sugar, and cocoa in a large bowl.
Pour the warm milk and cream into the bowl
whisking it into the yolks and sugar mixture.
Stir in the melted chocolate, scraping the sides
well with a rubber spatula to get all of it in, and
pour the custard back into the rinsed saucepan.
Cook over a medium heat until the custard thickens, stirring all the time. Make sure it doesn’t boil, as it will split and curdle. The custard will get darker as it cooks and the flecks of chocolate will melt once the custard has thickened. And you do need this thick, so don’t panic so much that you stop cooking while it is still runny.
inspired by the same sinfully sensational ingredients as a Black Forest Gateau, namely several layers of chocolate Genoise, Kirsch-flavored Morello cherries, whipped cream and chocolate shavings, Nigella
Lawson has created a recipe for Black Cherry Trifle that is both beautiful to look at and achingly delicious to eat. I made this glorious ‘pud’ for a recent dinner party, and was given a thumping endorsement by all. Nigella suggests cheating and buying some chocolate cake and then tweaking it to make it your own. “I’m all for making life easier, and what makes my life easier when I have a crowd coming for supper, is to buy something and then make it even better. Once liquor and fruits are added, no one will tell the difference!” This is truly heaven in a bowl.
Leslie Styles is president of Styles Design Inc., a Toronto-based branding and communications agency, and author of Scrumpdillyicious, a food & travel blog dedicated to all things delicious. She can be reached at stylesdesign.net and scrumpdillyicious.blogspot.com
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