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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1986-04-16, Page 53Swimming pools are becoming quite popular Still want to go ahead, visit your local municipal office to tifid out What bylaws may affect the project," Allan says. "You should also ask how and when to apply for any necesary building permits." Then get at least three contractors to quote on the job and pick a company. It you haven't already done so, get references from the chosen firm and check them out before signing. Once satisfied the contractor is reliable, examine the contract carefully. It should set out all costs for materials, labor and op- tional equipment To protect yourself, get sizes, brands and qualities of materials listed. Insist that the contract also includes a completion date. If the contractor refuses to commit to a specific date find one who will. Although a written completion date may help motivate the company to get your pool done on time, some firms might still pro- crastinate. Consider asking a lawyer to in- clude a clause in the contract penalizing the company a certain amount of money for each day completion is delayed. The contract should also state who is responsible for repairing any property damaged during pool construction. Keep deposits to about 10 per cent of the total cost of the job, Allan advises. Construction costs are normally paid in. Anstallments, called progress payments, as each phase of work is finished. Details must be set out in the contract. Under the Construction Lien Act, buyers must hold back 10 per cent of each progress payment until 0 days following substantial completion of the project. This ensures you cannot be held liable if the contractor fails to pay suppliers or subcontrators. Get details about all warranties offered on equipment and workmanship included in the contract. If the pool has a liner, insist it is purchased from a manufacturer with local service facilities. Liners can be damaged and it can be expensive to ship them to the United States or another province for repairs. Pool construction contracts signed in your home can be cancelled by sending a registered letter to the company within two clear working days of the signing date. For more information about home renovation contracts and other consumer issues, contact the Consurber Information Centre at 555 Yonge St., Toronto, M7A 2H6 — (416) 963-1111 or toll free at 1-800-268-1142. Ontario residents with an 807 area code may call the Toronto number collect. The Canadian Spa and Pool Associa- tion/Ontario Swimming Pool Association is also an excellent resource: For informatien on pools contact the association at Suite 305, 6303 Airport Rd., Mississauga, Ont. L4V 1R8 — (416) 671-1990. Consumers Who feel they have been un- fairly treated by a contractor should contact the nearest Consumer Advisory Bureau of the ministry. ..-31 • ,/ • if);5 4:4 PA Choose from our quality box plants *COLEUS •mARiGOLDS *TOMATOES *ZINNIAS *SALVIA •PORTULACA *PANSIES *LOBELIA *SPANISH ONIONS *DUSTY -MILLER *BEGONIAS *ALYSSUM *CAULIFLOWER *ASTERS *CABBAGE *PETUNIAS *BRUSSEL SPROUTS Rebuilding? Remodelling Repairing? Look to the people helping people WE HAVE THE LOAN FOR YOU! SPECIAL THIS YEAR 12 Impatiens plants per box We feature a large selection of geraniums. tuberous begonias A dracenas. Patio pots and a variety of flowering hanging baskets available. All Credit Union Loans Feature: LOWER INTEREST RATES Shop and Compare! REASONABLE TERMS Designed to fit your budget! LIFE INSURED at t40 extra charge! When it's time to borrow, come to where you'll find... people helping - F 61 Orange St. South CLINTON 482-7012 r WINS ACCOUNTS CHIOUVIO ACCOUNTS CLINTON COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION people CLINTON/482-3467 374 MAIN ST., SOUTH 70 ONTARIO ST. EXETER/235-0640 • t -,.tOirtili4-Priita4fitililoAttPtreggWgift081 agieglevdt'-= 4. 4--