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How to make your basement more livable
Cold, dark and musty, the will help solve minor flooding issues. Plan plumbing. Traditionally, to plumbing. This allows for the
basement is often a place to store old To keep moisture at bay inside and install plumbing in the basement creation of a new bathroom, wet bar,
knick-knacks, long-forgotten projects reduce the chance of toxic mold requires cutting through concrete, kitchenette or laundry anywhere in
and holiday decorations. But, for growth, ensure that your basement which is not only expensive, but also your future basement living space,
homeowners looking to create has the correct insulation and water weakens the structural integrity of the regardless of where the main drain
additional living space and increase barrier products installed. slab and can cause stress cracks. stack or existing pipes are located.
the value of their home, a basement Add Ventilation. Since there are It is wise to choose a system such Improving Lighting. No one will
renovation can accomplish both, few windows in a basement, as Saniflo above-floor plumbing that want to spend time in your new
while costing far less than building homeowners cannot rely on natural doesn’t require installers to cut basement if it’s as dark as a dungeon.
an addition. air flow to help with ventilation and through the concrete or dig down. The simplest solution for improving
Control Moisture. Basements are humidity control. There are a number Unlike a sewage ejector system that lighting is to choose track lighting or
known to be damp and humid. of solutions for adding ventilation, stores waste in a holding tank, the pot lights, which can be recessed by
Flooding may be a problem if there including extending your existing waste and greywater from a toilet, installing them between the joists in
are cracks in the foundation or the HVAC system, installing exhaust sink or shower connected to an the ceiling. It’s best to avoid ceiling-
proper waterproofing hasn’t been fans or an air exchanger to push above-floor “upflush” system is mounted or hanging fixtures so you
done. Repairing cracks, keeping damp air out while circulating the air pumped up and away through small- don’t bump your head or make the
gutters clear and making sure that inside, and adding one or two diameter piping, rather than flowing ceiling look lower. - NC
water is sloping away from the house dehumidifiers. down and out like conventional
Alberta RCMP reminds public of distracted driving tips
RCMP Release or apply make-up while driving. always prepared for the unexpected take notes or engage in another
Pre-set the temperature, GPS, actions of other motorists or poor distracting activity, make sure you
Distracted driving limits a driver's radio or music. Do not make driving conditions. Most pull over to do it safely. Distracted
ability to focus on the driving task adjustments unless the vehicle is importantly, never use your driving behaviours increase driver
and road conditions. Distracted stopped. handheld wireless electronic device errors and, as a result, put your safety
driving behaviours include talking on Leave early for extra travel time. while driving.” and the safety of other road users at
a cell phone, texting, reading a book, Know the itinerary and do not “In 2019, there were over 9,000 risk.”
eating, attending to other passengers attempt to read a map while driving. people charged with distracted The Alberta RCMP will continue to
or pets and personal grooming. “Research shows that distracted driving offences in Alberta RCMP work with Alberta Sheriffs and other
Alberta RCMP encourages you to driving plays a role in 20 to 30 per jurisdictions. The numbers are still law enforcement and safety partners
practice the following tips to avoid cent of all collisions,” says Supt. too high,” says Supt. Gary Graham, to ensure Albertans make the right
distracted driving: Rick Gardner, Alberta Sheriffs. Alberta RCMP Traffic Services. “If driving decisions and reduce the
Finish grooming before leaving “Traffic safety is a shared you have to make a call, eat, read, number of collisions in the province.
home. Do not comb your hair, shave responsibility: make sure you are
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GLASS GUY Dr. Meagan Hawkshaw, OD
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25 PHONE: CODY MCKEAND 5015 4th Avenue
25
Years of Service
Years of Service
Edson, AB
T7E 1V2
Phone: 780-723-2700
CODY MCKEAND
SALES REP.
Tree Pruning & Removals
ANCHOR 5040 3 AVE, 780-221-9982 Stump Grinding & Brush Chipping info@infocusedson.com
Owner/Operator
THE WEEKLY Common 780.723.5787 Owner/Operator Ornamental Shaping & Hedge Trimming Fax: 780-723-4642
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EDSON, AB
Risk Assessment & Disease Diagnosis
T7E 1V2
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glassguy.cody@gmail.com
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Check News Canada
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 18 MONDAY NOVEMBER 11, 2019
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR MONDAY MARCH 2 , 2020 PAGE 15
T he WeeklyANCHOR REAL ESTATE WEEKLY
How to make your basement more livable
Cold, dark and musty, the will help solve minor flooding issues. Plan plumbing. Traditionally, to plumbing. This allows for the
basement is often a place to store old To keep moisture at bay inside and install plumbing in the basement creation of a new bathroom, wet bar,
knick-knacks, long-forgotten projects reduce the chance of toxic mold requires cutting through concrete, kitchenette or laundry anywhere in
and holiday decorations. But, for growth, ensure that your basement which is not only expensive, but also your future basement living space,
homeowners looking to create has the correct insulation and water weakens the structural integrity of the regardless of where the main drain
additional living space and increase barrier products installed. slab and can cause stress cracks. stack or existing pipes are located.
the value of their home, a basement Add Ventilation. Since there are It is wise to choose a system such Improving Lighting. No one will
renovation can accomplish both, few windows in a basement, as Saniflo above-floor plumbing that want to spend time in your new
while costing far less than building homeowners cannot rely on natural doesn’t require installers to cut basement if it’s as dark as a dungeon.
an addition. air flow to help with ventilation and through the concrete or dig down. The simplest solution for improving
Control Moisture. Basements are humidity control. There are a number Unlike a sewage ejector system that lighting is to choose track lighting or
known to be damp and humid. of solutions for adding ventilation, stores waste in a holding tank, the pot lights, which can be recessed by
Flooding may be a problem if there including extending your existing waste and greywater from a toilet, installing them between the joists in
are cracks in the foundation or the HVAC system, installing exhaust sink or shower connected to an the ceiling. It’s best to avoid ceiling-
proper waterproofing hasn’t been fans or an air exchanger to push above-floor “upflush” system is mounted or hanging fixtures so you
done. Repairing cracks, keeping damp air out while circulating the air pumped up and away through small- don’t bump your head or make the
gutters clear and making sure that inside, and adding one or two diameter piping, rather than flowing ceiling look lower. - NC
water is sloping away from the house dehumidifiers. down and out like conventional
Alberta RCMP reminds public of distracted driving tips
RCMP Release or apply make-up while driving. always prepared for the unexpected take notes or engage in another
Pre-set the temperature, GPS, actions of other motorists or poor distracting activity, make sure you
Distracted driving limits a driver's radio or music. Do not make driving conditions. Most pull over to do it safely. Distracted
ability to focus on the driving task adjustments unless the vehicle is importantly, never use your driving behaviours increase driver
and road conditions. Distracted stopped. handheld wireless electronic device errors and, as a result, put your safety
driving behaviours include talking on Leave early for extra travel time. while driving.” and the safety of other road users at
a cell phone, texting, reading a book, Know the itinerary and do not “In 2019, there were over 9,000 risk.”
eating, attending to other passengers attempt to read a map while driving. people charged with distracted The Alberta RCMP will continue to
or pets and personal grooming. “Research shows that distracted driving offences in Alberta RCMP work with Alberta Sheriffs and other
Alberta RCMP encourages you to driving plays a role in 20 to 30 per jurisdictions. The numbers are still law enforcement and safety partners
practice the following tips to avoid cent of all collisions,” says Supt. too high,” says Supt. Gary Graham, to ensure Albertans make the right
distracted driving: Rick Gardner, Alberta Sheriffs. Alberta RCMP Traffic Services. “If driving decisions and reduce the
Finish grooming before leaving “Traffic safety is a shared you have to make a call, eat, read, number of collisions in the province.
home. Do not comb your hair, shave responsibility: make sure you are
Here’s My Card ...ere’s My Card ...
H
Business and Professional Directoryusiness and Professional Directory
B
EAVESTROUGH INVESTING GLASS
CANADIAN Edson Glass Ltd.
Edson Glass Ltd.
Do you need something Laminated? EAVESTROUGH
Do you need something Laminated?
To serve you better for your
Come visit the Anchor “Quality that shows” To serve you better for your
Come visit the Anchor
HOME & AUTOMOTIVE
HOME & AUTOMOTIVE
GLASS NEEDS
5040 3 Avenue, Edson - 780-723-5787
5040 3 Avenue, Edson - 780-723-5787 780-712-6166 Darlene Chouinard GLASS NEEDS
5” EAVESTROUGH, Consultant
SOFFIT, FASCIA
4710 4th Avenue, Edson, AB
Tel (780) 723-7526 Mobile (780) 723-0443
Kevin darlene.chouinard@ig.ca
Hohensinn
1509 55 St.
Edson, AB Calvin Robinson
Calvin Robinson
T7E 1X1
780.712.3444
780.712.3444 #5, 5101 3
#5, 5101 3 Ave.Ave.
Fax: 780-723-7805
Box 30044
Fax: 780-723-7805 Box 30044
Email: edsonglass@shaw.ca
Edson,
canadianeavestrough@gmail.com *License Sponsored by The Great-West Life Assurance Company Email: edsonglass@shaw.ca Edson, AB T7E 1Y2AB T7E 1Y2
GLASS ARBORIST SERVICES OPTOMETRIST
GLASS GUY Dr. Meagan Hawkshaw, OD
GLASS GUY
AUTOMOTIVE | RESIDENTIAL | INDUSTRIAL | COMMERCIAL Dr. Tracy Kitz, OD
Optometrist
25 PHONE: CODY MCKEAND 5015 4th Avenue
25
Years of Service
Years of Service
Edson, AB
T7E 1V2
Phone: 780-723-2700
CODY MCKEAND
SALES REP.
Tree Pruning & Removals
ANCHOR 5040 3 AVE, 780-221-9982 Stump Grinding & Brush Chipping info@infocusedson.com
Owner/Operator
THE WEEKLY Common 780.723.5787 Owner/Operator Ornamental Shaping & Hedge Trimming Fax: 780-723-4642
Fax: 780.723.5725
Sue-Ann
WWW.WEEKL YA NCHOR.COM
AN CHORWK@ TE LU SP LA NET. NET
We now carry Enchroma color vision glasses!
BOX 6870
Tree Planting & Tree Protection
AWNA MEMBER NEWSPAPER
780-221-9982
EDSON, AB
Risk Assessment & Disease Diagnosis
T7E 1V2
glassguy.cody@gmail.com
Pine Beetle Tree Assessment & Removal
glassguy.cody@gmail.com
To place your ad in the
Firesmarting & Custom Thinning www.InFocusEdson.com In Office Lab - Sam Day Glasses
Business Directory
4842 3rd Ave
4842 3rd Ave Web: highcountryarb.com
Edson, AB
Edson, AB Email: highcountryarb@gmail.com Call 780-723-5787
