Wouldn’t it be nice if you could have the bulky boxes of diapers appear on your doorstep instead of having to pick them up from the store – and save money at the same time? Mon Petit Monde (also known as Diaper Warehouse or L’Entrepöt des Couches), a friendly local service delivers disposable diapers for babies and adults right to your front door.

Established in 1999, they service individual households, elderly care residences, daycares and associations with a vast choice of products and qualities to accommodate all needs and budgets.

Their adult incontinence product line is available in all sizes and absorbency. It features ATTENDS protective garments, briefs and pads. To ensure optimal pricing, all deliveries are a minimum of 1 case (usually 3 to 4 bags). For the wee ones, there are always Pampers in newborn and size one, and quality generic ones in larger sizes right up to pull ups. They sell diapers for preemies and wipes, too.

Home delivery will take away the burden of constantly checking local ads for occasional specials and carrying home large packages. All delivery vehicles are unmarked providing a more discreet home service,

Mon Petit Monde a local family business offers “a hands on” owner’s touch that is rarely seen in today’s big box store economy.

Tel: 514-955-0101
www.couchesetplus.ca

No season puts more wear and tear on a home than winter. Freezing temperatures, snow and ice take their toll on your home. Many problems can be avoided with this simple checklist provided by Allan White of Inspecto-Pro, Home Inspections.

Some easy things to look for:

1. Keep basement windows clear of ice and snow obstructions. If the worst happens, these windows may be your only escape route to the outdoors.
2. Make sure that runoff from melting ice and snow has somewhere to go once the thaw period arrives; ideally a catch basin or storm drain
3.  The pattern of melting snow and ice on the roof surface can be a good indicator of areas of heat loss. No expensive infrared camera needed!
4.  Verify against the formation of ice dams and icicles. Although they may look pretty, they are indicators of attic ventilation problems and heat loss problems. Needless to say, a falling icicle, if large enough, can cause a lot of damage to property or people below.
5. Check the eavestroughs (“gutters”) for physical damage which might have been caused by winter ice dam and icicle formation.
6. Check for cold air draughts around the home, and mark them so that you can take appropriate measures to correct the problems. Unfortunately, some repairs (such as caulking) can only be applied in warmer weather, and without marking the draughty spots you may not remember where they were when attempting repairs several months later.
7.  If you have thermopane-glazed windows and see condensation or frost between the inner and outer panes (not always obvious in the summer months), the glass is due for replacement.
8.  If you can wipe condensation off the indoor side of the windows, you are over-humidifying the home
9.  Batteries for smoke detectors and fire detectors should be replaced annually (i.e. Jan 1st or July 1st). Operation of these devices should be tested monthly.
10.  Be sure that your home’s drainage system is functioning. If you have a sump pump, make sure it is capable of functioning in advance of the thaw period
11.  If you have a combustion furnace (i.e. oil or gas) or a combustion hot water tank you should have a functioning CO detector in the home.
12.  If you have an air exchanger, it should be in use (i.e. winter mode). The same for the central humidifier, if you have one.
13.  Be sure that potable water piping is not at risk of freezing and bursting
14. Garden hose faucets, if not of the self-draining type, should be fully opened outdoors, with the indoor shutoff valve being turned fully off, if not already accomplished.

With an Engineering degree, this 25-year certified building inspector (independent of real estate agents) can inspect your property before a purchase or sale of a house or when you need an inspection for a problem.

Home buyers should choose a home inspector with as much care as they choose a doctor, particularly since there is no regulation, either federal or provincial, which governs the industry. Contrary to popular belief, home inspectors are not members of a professional order, and anyone (even you!) can call themselves a building inspector.

Your house is the biggest investment you will ever make so you want to get a most qualified person. With Inspecto-Pro’s years of expertise, White can find what less experienced inspectors would not identify; He has experience in looking for small clues which might lead to big problems. Inspecto-Pro conducts home inspections in the Greater Montreal area and in cottage country too.

Phone: 514-696-6685
inspectopro.com

If the kids have loads of laundry from camp or you’re toting home all the linens and towels from a cottage and you don’t have the time or energy to wash it all, here’s a solution.

For busy people, Bellingham Cleaners offers a wash and fold service. Whites and coloured items are washed separately – and – independently of other peoples’ clothes. There’s free pick up and delivery. The minimum order is for 10 lbs. Their Bates Rd. location even has Quebec’s first drive-thru service and a 24-hour night deposit box using VIP bags.

When using a dry cleaners you want quality workmanship,  service and reliabity. Bellingham Cleaners fits this bill and so much more.

A family owned company established in 1940,  Bellingham Cleaners has been well-known for their expert cleaning, especially of the more challenging suedes, leathers, wedding gowns, silk, feather pillows and duvets. Bellingham Cleaners is a Sanitone® Certified Master Drycleaner and offers the highest quality dry cleaning for your every day clothing and formal wear using the latest state of the art technology.

Bellingham Cleaners is the only dry cleaner in the province of Quebec with convenient drive-thru drive-thru. Your vehicle is completely drive-thru by a huge awning so that you and your cleaning are fully protected in inclement weather.

Location: 2655 Bates Rd, Montreal , plus pickup/delivery service
corner: Wilderton
Tel: 514-733-4444
Hours: Mon-Wed 7:30-6:30, Thurs & Fri 7:30-7, Sat 8-5, Sun 11-5
Email: info@bellinghamnett.com
bellinghamnett.com

Q: Do you know of any where that would fix the cords on window blinds?

A: Fenetre Deco on my website www.smart shopppingmontreal.com is the answer. They can do repairs on blinds and can even re-size some of them if you change your windows. You can call for a consultation.

This company does ultrasonic cleaning and repairs of all types of blinds, from 1″ aluminum horizontals to the higher end Silhouettes and Luminettes.

The blinds are placed with a cleaning solution in large water-filled tanks, which use vibrating sound waves to loosen the dirt. Prices start at $15 per blind, and there is a minimum of $75 for a service call.

They also sell many types of blinds and drapery and provide shop-at-home service for Hunter Douglas, Shad-o-matic, Sol’r, Levolor, wooden shutters, roller shades Altex, etc.  He now sells those easy-to-use motorized blinds.

Location:  214A Ronald Dr. Montreal-West, Quebec, H4X 1M8
Tel: 514-364-2020
Business Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Email: info@fenetredeco.com
fenetredeco.com

Montreal’s real estate mark is hot right now. If you are planning to buy a property, don’t forget to hire a proper building inspector. You want one who is well trained and a well known expert in the field. After all, this is one of the most expensive things you will ever buy.

Morris Charney is good at finding defects. He does all kinds of buildings from single-family homes or or condos as well as commercial and industrial buildings. Charney’s building inspections are so thorough, that he sometimes scares real estate brokers.

Consumers don’t realize that the “new” Civil Code of Québec [1994] deregulated building inspections so that anyone has a right to do them – even the purchasers themselves. The only stipulations are that it be done in a “prudent and diligent” manner, “without the need of expert assistance”. Those are very loose terms for something so important.

Most inspectors when they find a defect will refer the matter to an expert. Mr. Charney is an expert, a member of two Québec Orders – ­ professional (practicing) architect and city planner.  He is a member of IHINA (Independent Home Inspectors of North America) based in Boston ­ and he happens to be a Harvard graduate.

Typical pre-purchase inspections run about $1500 + tax for a verbal report or you can buy a written one. Reference is made to current and past building codes. All reports are customized narratives, not computer-generated checklists -­ just the defects, clearly explained. The information provided in both the verbal and written reports are the same.

His practice has included renovating many homes, offices and stores so he has a good idea of what things cost. You can check out his LinkedIn site which contains numerous up to date posts regarding typical defects that have been discovered.

Charney believes that a purchaser has the right to be properly informed of what it is they are buying.

Tel: 514-937-5100
Hours: by appointment
www.morrischarneyinspections.com, www.morrischarneyinspectionsfr.com
mcharney@videotron.ca

Would you sleep on the same sheets for 6 months? So why haven’t you ever had your pillow cleaned? Bellingham Cleaners and Tailors will sanitize, deodorize, clean, and fluff you pillow – and – replace the cover.

Take time to take a look around the house to see what needs some freshening up. So if you would like to clean your drapes, window coverings , pillows or duvets –  think Bellingham Cleaners and Tailors. Is it too difficult to remove and rehang your drapes and window coverings? They’ll send someone to do it for you so you can send them in for a cleaning along with the bedding and decorative cushions

No time for laundry? For busy people, they offer a wash and fold service. Whites and coloured items are washed separately – and – independently of other peoples’ clothes. There’s free pick up and delivery. The minimum order is for 10 lbs. Their Bates Rd. location even has Quebec’s first drive-thru service and a 24-hour night deposit box using VIP bags.

Their Deluxe Service handles delicate garments individually:

* garments individually cleaned in virgin solvent
* buttons are removed to prevent damage
* items are hand-pressed,
* double inspection procedure
* garments are stuffed with tissue paper to preserve their form

– For garment repairs (even suede and leather), every day there are seamstresses and a changing room, so quick fixes can be sewn while you wait.
– Home or office pick-up service is available over most of the island.
– Bellingham Cleaners are the only cleaners in the province of Quebec who are certified by the worldwide Association of Wedding Gown Specialists.

TMR Location: 2655 Bates Rd, Montreal , plus pickup/delivery service
corner: Wilderton
Tel: 514-733-4444
Hours: Mon-Wed 7:30-6:30, Thurs & Fri 7:30-7, Sat 8-5, Sun 11-5
www.smartshoppingmontreal.com/store.php?s=167

Even if you have a washer and dryer at home, there are still times you might need Lavoir Victoria – for spring cleaning, putting winter clothes away, when the kids come back from camp, getting ready for big holidays or if your machine at home suddenly breaks down. Lavoir Victoria, located in Montreal has 5 different sizes of washing machines available as well as a large number of full sized dryers.

Here are some ideas of when you might need the cleaning facilities of this laundromat:

– Camping equipment: blankets, comforters, sleeping bags
– Washable curtains
– Winter clothing: heavy parkas, ski pants, long coats
– Large comforters, blankets or washable duvets and duvet covers
– Refreshing pillows
– Slipcovers for couches

Lavoir Victoria has Maytag top-load washers along with Wascomat front-load washers, which are considered some of the best in the world. A regular cycle in these professional machines comprises 2 washes and 3 rinses, which means five complete water changes to ensure the cleanest wash possible. These are available in 20 lb., 30 lb., 40 lb. and the 55 lb. size, which is great for giant loads – could be used for sleeping bags, couch covers, comforters and other large items.

Unlike most facilities, Lavoir Victoria (Montreal Laundromat) has friendly staff who will do your complete laundry –wash and fold. If you’re there to do it yourself, the full time staff available can advise and and assist you.

Montreal is lucky to have a friendly, helpful, long-serving laundromat family in our midst.

Location: Lavoir Victoria – 5950 ave Victoria Montreal QC H3W 2R8
corner:
Hours:  Sun-Fri 7-7, Sat 5-7
www.montreallaundromat.com

Unlike most facilities, Montreal Laundromat ( Lavoir Victoria) has friendly staff who will do your complete laundry –wash and fold. If you’re there to do it yourself, the full time staff available in in both locations can advise and and assist you.

The store is very customer friendly. Yes, you should be bringing in your own preferred soap, softeners and bleach, but if you are stuck they will sell you a cup. They have carts, washroom facilities, customer seating, bill changers and counters on which to fold your clothes.

Montreal is lucky to have a friendly, helpful, long-serving laundromat family in our midst. With one of the largest (the most washers and dryers) location in the city, have had the same owner for 38 years, so there is a continuity and long-time understanding of the best machines and knowledge of how to get your items clean.

The Patricia location in Montreal West has 6 different sizes of washers, from 10 lbs to 65 lbs. When you walk all the way to the back, you will find the 4 giant washers at the 65 lb capacity (and 4 giant dryers), so you can do big loads quickly and efficiently. Also, the less expensive machines with double capacity are at the Patricia location.

Even if you have a washer and dryer at home, there are still times you might need this laundromat – for spring cleaning, putting winter clothes away, when the kids come back from camp, getting ready for big holidays or if your machine at home suddenly breaks down.

They are the only laundromat in the city with 4 77 lb capacity dryers.

Here are some ideas of when you might need the cleaning facilities of this laundromat:

– Camping equipment: blankets, comforters, sleeping bags
– Washable curtains
– Winter clothing: heavy parkas, ski pants, long coats
– Large comforters, blankets or washable duvets and duvet covers
– Refreshing pillows
– Slipcovers for couches

Lavoir Patricia has Maytag top-load washers along with Wascomat front-load washers, which are considered some of the best in the world. A regular cycle in these professional machines comprises 2 washes and 3 rinses, which means five complete water changes to ensure the cleanest wash possible. These are available in 20 lb., 30 lb., 40 lb. and in the 55 lb. size which is great for giant loads – could be used for sleeping bags, couch covers, comforters and other large items.

Look for their coupon on the web site www.MontrealLaundromat.com which changes every few weeks. Lavoir Patricia and Lavoir Victoria aim to take the stress out of laundry day.

Location: Lavoir Victoria – 5950 ave Victoria Montreal QC H3W 2R8
Hours:  Victoria – Sun-Fri 7-7, Sat 5-7
www.montreallaundromat.com

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could have the bulky boxes of diapers appear on your doorstep every month instead of having to carry them home from the store – and save money at the same time? Mon Petit Monde (also known as Diaper Warehouse or L’Entrepöt des Couches), a friendly local service delivers disposable diapers for babies and adults.

Established in 1999, they service individual households, elderly care residences, daycares and associations with a vast choice of products and qualities to accommodate all needs and budgets.

Their adult incontinence product line is available in all sizes and absorbencies. It features ATTENDS protective garments, briefs and pads. To ensure optimal pricing, all deliveries are a minimum of 1 case (usually 3 to 4 bags). For the wee ones, there are always Pampers in newborn and size one, and quality generic ones in larger sizes right up to pull ups. They sell diapers for preemies and wipes, too.

Home delivery will take away the burden of constantly checking local ads for occasional specials and carrying home large packages. All delivery vehicles are unmarked providing a more discreet home service,

Mon Petit Monde a local family business offers “a hands on” owner’s touch that is rarely seen in today’s big box store economy.

Tel: 514-955-0101
www.couchesetplus.ca

Around this time of year, Allan White of Inspectopro, says there are a few things you should be looking at in your house to avoid problems in the future:

1. Keep basement windows clear of ice and snow obstructions. If the worst happens, these windows may be your only escape route to the outdoors.
2. Make sure that runoff from melting ice and snow has somewhere to go once the thaw period arrives; ideally a catch basin or storm drain
3. The pattern of melting snow and ice on the roof surface can be a good indicator of areas of heat loss. No expensive infrared camera needed!
4. Verify against the formation of ice dams and icicles. Although they may look pretty, they are indicators of attic ventilation problems and heat loss problems. Needless to say, a falling icicle, if large enough, can cause a lot of damage to property or people below.
5. Check the eavestroughs (“gutters”) for physical damage which might have been caused by winter ice dam and icicle formation
6. Check for cold air draughts around the home, and mark them so that you can take appropriate measures to correct the problems. Unfortunately, some repairs (such as caulking) can only be applied in warmer weather, and without marking the draughty spots you may not remember where they were when attempting repairs several months later.
7. If you have thermopane-glazed windows and see condensation or frost between the inner and outer panes (not always obvious in the summer months), the glass is due for replacement.
8. If you can wipe condensation off the indoor side of the windows, you are over-humidifying the home
9. Batteries for smoke detectors and fire detectors should be replaced annually (i.e. Jan 1^st or July 1^st). Operation of these devices should be tested monthly.
10. Be sure that your home’s drainage system is functioning. If you have a sump pump, make sure it is capable of functioning in advance of the thaw period
11. If you have a combustion furnace (i.e. oil or gas) or a combustion hot water tank you should have a functioning CO detector in the home.
12. If you have an air exchanger, it should be in use (i.e. winter mode). The same for the central humidifier, if you have one.
13. Be sure that potable water piping is not at risk of freezing and bursting
14. Garden hose faucets, if not of the self-draining type, should be fully opened outdoors, with the indoor shutoff valve being turned fully off, if not already accomplished.

With an Engineering degree, this 25-year certified building inspector (independent of real estate agents) can inspect your property before a purchase or sale of a house or when you need an inspection for a problem.

Home buyers should choose a home inspector with as much care as they choose a doctor, particularly since there is no regulation, either federal or provincial, which governs the industry. Contrary to popular belief, home inspectors are not members of a professional order, and anyone (even you!) can call themselves a building inspector.”

Your house is the biggest investment you will ever make so you want to get a most qualified person. With Inspectopro’s years of expertise, White can find what less experienced inspectors would not recognize; He has experience in looking for small clues which might lead to big problems. Houses can be checked out in the Greater Montreal area and in cottage country too.

Phone: 514-696-6685
www.inspectopro.com