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Friday, July 30, 2010

Helpful Hints

Helpful Hints on Your Move

The Concierge program has been designed to be the single timesaving source of quality professional recommendations for all your home improvement and moving needs.

Buyers and sellers alike have found that screening and hiring quality moving related services before during and after the move can be very stressful and time consuming. The Coldwell Banker Peter Benninger Realty Concierge will provide you with a choice of qualified professionals through the convenience of a single phone call.

You can access our Concierge Representative by calling 519-742-5800 ext 5030.

A sampling of the services covered by our vendors includes:

Air Purification Specialist
Basement Leaks
Car Rentals
Carpet Cleaning
Child Care Services
Cleaning Services
Construction & Carpentry
Electrical
Financial Services
Fireplaces & Custom Mantels
Furnace & Duct Cleaning
Hardwood Flooring Specialist
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Home Decor

Home Maintenance
Hotels
Insurance Specialists
Mortgage & Financing
Moving & Storage
Paint Supplies
Paint & Wallpaper Services
Roofing
School Information
Security Systems
Utility Transfers
Water Softeners & Purification
Window Treatments

How to Move Your Computer

Shut down your computer and then unplug cables. Make notes of which cable goes to which device. You can use masking tape for this, attaching the piece of tape to the appropriate cable.

Be attentive to your monitor. Because it is made of glass, it can easily scratch or crack. If you don't have the original box to pack it in, use a box and Styrofoam popcorn or bubble wrap.

Place your CPU upright or on its side with the motherboard side lying flat on the bottom. If you ship it upside-down, or with the motherboard side on top, interior cards may loosen. This probably won't cause permanent damage, but it will likely require technical service to make it functional again. Like the other parts of your system, use the original box, or an appropriate-sized one with packing popcorn or bubble wrap.

If you have additional questions about moving your specific make of computer, you should contact a technical service representative from the company that made your system.

Utility and Address Changes

Canada Post
1-866-607-6301 www.canadapost.ca
Change your address online or visit your local Post Office.

Driver’s License
1-800-387-3445 www.mto.gov.on.ca
You must notify the MTO within 6 days of moving. Use the ServiceOntario online form or take the change of information form that comes with your license to a ServiceOntario Kiosk, Driver & Vehicle License Issuing Office or mail.

Bell Canada
519-310-2355 www.bell.ca
For new service or to transfer existing service, the homeowner must contact Bell. The reason for this is to establish credit history (to determine if a deposit is required). They will also need to know what services are required i.e. call waiting, call return, call answer, etc. There is a service charge for reconnection.

Rogers Cable
519-748-3200 (Press 1, then press 4) www.rogers.com
Visit the website and go to Customer Service and then click on “Moving”. The homeowner must call or modify their account information online. To transfer you will need to book an appointment for the technician to come to the new address for installation.

Kitchener Utilities, Gas & Water
519-741-2450 www.kitchenerutilities.ca
Call, fax or email for new service or to transfer an existing service, including rental hot water heaters. By submitting the new information, the City of Kitchener will also establish the records for the new property taxes.

Kitchener-Wilmot Hydro
519-745-4771 www.kwhydro.ca
Contact for new service or to change your address in person or by internet or fax. You may be required make a deposit – determined on an individual basis.
Communities include New Hamburg, Baden, St. Agatha, Petersburg, Mannheim, New Dundee, Phillipsburg, Foxboro Green, Haysville, Wilmot Centre, etc.

Union Gas
1-888-774-3111 (Press 2, then press 1) www.uniongas.com
The same contact information applies to all of Ontario. For new service or to transfer your service you can call, transfer online, or fax to 1-877-443-0449. The homeowner will need to provide the following information: birth date, social insurance number, employer and phone number, and the new home phone number. Billing is monthly. There will be a transfer fee on the first bill.

Waterloo North Hydro & Water
519-885-6840 www.wnhydro.com
For new service, the homeowner must call, fax to 519-746-0133 or apply via the website. Office is open M to F 8:30 to 4:30. A new credit application will be completed to determine if a deposit waiver applies. For transferring services, simply contact them with the new address.

Cambridge Hydro & Water
519-621-3530 www.camhydro.com
This can be done on line or by phone or via fax 519-621-7420. For Customer Self Serve – Report a Move or Application for Electrical Service:
https://www.camhydro.com/customersupport/moving.php Note: new service applications must be made at least 48 hours prior to the move. Communities include: Ayr, Roseville, Reidsville, Innanen, Riverview, Ranchlands, Branchton, Clyde, etc.

Remember to Notify

Business Accounts Banks Finance Companies Credit Cards Insurance Agents Housekeeping Service	Utilities & Services Electric Gas Water Telephone Cable Fuel Water Treatment Internet Service Appliance Service
Publications Magazine Newspaper Mail Order Houses Book & Record Clubs	Professional Services Doctor Drug Store Dentist Lawyer Broker Pastor
Government & Public Offices Post Office Veterans Affairs Income Tax Family Allowance Old Age Security Canada Pension Drivers License, you have 6 days to change address	Local Schools Library
Before Your Move Set up a moving expense book. Some expenses may be tax deductible Free up clutter, if you have not used it in a year a garage sale may be in order or donate to local charitable organization If using a moving company check what their insurance will cover Ask about extra charges? Have written confirmation of your move date and the total cost	Final Moving Day Check All meters read Furnace turned down or off Lights turned off Windows and doors shut & locked Keys left as agreed with new occupants Telephone service discontinued	New Home Check Items included in you deal Meter Readings Mailbox Keys Blue Box Garage Door Opener (if applicable)

Note:
Keep your home, family and contents secure by having your locks changed, you never know how many other keys to your dream are out there. With rising fuel costs and energy conservation on everyone's mind, remember to check your furnace filter regularly. Furnace & duct cleaning are recommended to reduce the amount of dust and allergens being circulated through the air. Other numbers:

Kitchener:	(519) 741-2286
Waterloo:	(519) 886-1550
Police:	(519) 653-7700
Grand River Hospital:	(519) 742-3611
St. Mary's Hospital:	(519) 744-3311

Tel.: (519) 742-5800

Fax.: (519) 742-5808