Benefits of Insulation in a Parkview Home

Given it's January and very cold outside, we’ll bet you’re happy you have insulation in your homes!  Here are a few things you may not know about the benefits of insulation from the experts at Parkview homes!

Insulation is one of the most effective ways to improve the efficiency, comfort and operation costs of your home. Insulation works effectively both winter and summer to either keep warm air in during the winter months and minimize heat gain in the summer months. 

There are three ways in which heat can be transferred; these are referred to as radiation, convection and conduction. Radiation is heat that travels in a straight line that is emitted by one object or material and radiates to a cool object or material to heat it; Convection is the transfer of heat through gasses or liquids for example as warm air rises it is replaced by cooler air, conduction is heat transfer through a material or object or through material or objects touching. Resistance to heat flow is achieved in two different ways either bulk insulation (typically found in home construction) and reflective insulation (not recognized by Ontario Building Code) which works in two different ways. Bulk insulation traps air or gas within its makeup which provides the resistance to heat flow caused by radiant, convection or conduction.

Insulation is measured by its effectiveness in either a U-Value(rate at which it conducts) or an R-Value (thermal resistance). The higher the R- value the greater its resistance and the higher the insulating effect.

A home built to today's standards is 37% more efficient than a home built to code prior to 2006 using 1997 Ontario building code standard. 

For Example;

Main floor walls (typ 20% of homes energy loss):           
prior to 2006- R12                       Current Parkview built home standard – R22
                                                                                                              
Attic Insulation  (upto 50 % of total Homes heat loss):  
prior to 2006 – R30                     Current Parkview built home standard – R50
                                                                                                                                                        
Exposed Floors or ceilings:                                                        
prior to 2006 –R19                      Current Parkview built home standard - R31 
                                                                                                                                                       
Basement Insulation (up to 25-30% heat loss):                
prior to 2006 min 2 ft below Grade           Current Parkview built home standard - A min 7-7/8” above finished basement floor ( approx Full height insulation)            
 

Quick Check
ü  Reduces energy Costs- overall home operation costs $$

ü  Reduce Green house gasses and emission

ü  Improved comfort year round

ü  Reduces noise transmission

ü  Reduces condensation

ü  Saves on non-renewable resources

ü  Added value

Seven Reasons to Buy a New Parkview Home Condominium

1) You are a first-time home purchaser.

As a first time home purchaser, buying a condo is a great way to start building equity with only a 5% down payment. Condos are generally more affordable than a detached H\home. You can own a Harmony Condominium for less than $ 175,000.

2) Harmony Condominiums are perfect for 1 or 2 people.

Whether you are a young professional, a couple, retired or anything in between, Harmony Condos is a great fit for you.

3) Why rent when you can own your own condo for the same rent amount or even cheaper!

Why throw your hard earned money out the window!! With the great current interest rates, you can now own your property instead of paying someone else’s mortgage and building their own equity!

4) Downsizing from a big Home.

The kid’s are all grown up now and they have moved out. You find that the upkeep of your house is just getting to be too much for you to handle. You just have too much stuff that you haven’t even used in years! Downsizing to a condo, provides you with an easy living lifestyle and simplifies things for you.

5) A social setting

At the Harmony Condominiums,  you live within a community, so to speak. Condo meetings for owners will bring you and your long-term neighbors together and will likely result in a close-knit environment that creates engagement and socialization.

6) You like to travel.
With owning a condo, you don’t have to worry about who is going to take care of your house while you are gone, you just simply lock your door and go.

7) You’re interested in living in the beautiful and convenient West end of Peterborough.
Harmony Condominiums are located in a very convenient West end location, close to all wmenities, including Hwy 115.

I hope you enjoyed my blog and I look forward to hearing from you.

My Model Home is Located at 287 Spillsbury drive, Peterborough.

To arrange for a tour of the professionally decorated Model Suite, please call me at (705)768-7178 and I will be delighted to show you through.

Roger Issa

How Satisfied Are Parkview Homes Homeowners?

What are our homeowners saying about Parkview Homes?  Avid Reports is a company that surveys customers and provides information to builders about how satisfied customers are with their homebuying/building experience.  This graph indicates where Parkview Homes stands in relation to Canada as a whole.  The trend reads that 85% of our homebuyers, after responding to several questions regarding sales, design studio, construction team, product and  customer service experience, have rated their total homebuying experience with Parkview Homes as excellent! The average across Canada for builders is 84.6%, which means Parkview Homes customers are very happy with their buying experience.

We’re thrilled to see that our homeowners over the past year have responded positively to their experience working with Parkview Homes.  It is an honour for us to be part of such a special moment in people’s lives.  If you’d like to share in this joy and begin working with one of our team members to help you build your dream home, please click here to contact any of our new home specialists in any one of our communities.

Here’s to another great year ahead!

A Deeper Connection....

By Rick Phillips

Center: Rick Phillips

One of the many accomplishments I'm most proud of as director of sales and marketing for Parkview Homes is seeing the sincere examples of passion exhibited consistently for people amongst my sales staff.

 

I truly believe that we are gifted by having a caring knowledgeable and experienced sales team that goes above and beyond when it comes to forming personal and lasting relationships with their customers.

 

From my personal perspective,  I work very hard at listening to my customer, gaining a true perspective of their needs, allowing the customer to share ideas and to communicate openly during every aspect of the planning and purchasing stage  of their new home.

 

It's important from my personal perspective to really get to know the person(s), and develop a deeper connection with my client(s).

 

I believe all good business relationships are built on a foundation of good communication skills, developing a strong & sincere rapport, building trust and delivering on your promises. I believe Parkview is blessed by having a solid cohesive team of professionals that work extremely hard at  building lasting relationships with their prospects and customers.

 

This is an aspect of my professional career which I am very proud of, and believe that this is a positive contributing factor to the long-term success of Parkview homes or I can say,  This is a key element of the “Parkview Experience”.

 

I would like to thank you for reading my blog, please at your convenience, check out my YouTube videos, and if I can help you or your family with the purchase of a new home please contact me at your convenience.

 

I am here to listen, assist, and offer sound advice based on my years of experience of selling brand-new homes.

 

I can be reached at 705-741-1004 / 705-868-6441, or e-mail me at rphillips@Parkviewhomes.ca

 

Also, don’t forget to visit us on-line here!    

Buying New Vs. Old ; Safe instead of Scary

The month of October conjures up cooler temperatures, changing colors of leaves and the desire for comfort foods such as soups and chili and then ultimately, that end of the month event known as Halloween.

Images of ghosts, goblins and every other costumed character imaginable, chasing down darkened streets, flitting from home to home, hoping for a delicious treat at each door, are a part of my own childhood memories.

One part of Halloween, which can also be seen in some of the scariest movies, was the thought of a haunted house, silhouetted against the darkness, standing alone in a more abandoned part of the neighborhood, and filled with noises and activities that only the bravest would dare impose upon, on that scariest of nights.

Of course, most of the horror of the haunted house was located more within the depths of our childish imaginations than in the home itself but I sometimes think of the purchase of an older home in somewhat the same scary way that we viewed these haunted homes of our youth.

The part of every haunted house of childhood days, which made it so deliciously frightening, was the very absence of concrete facts about their dwellers and their habits, leaving to our imaginations what might be lurking in the walls, under the floors and hiding in the attics.

The truth is, there is a part of purchasing a home where the concrete facts about who lived there and what exactly they did or did not do in the care of their homes, that can be a little scary and why many, in the end will opt for a New Home Purchase instead. While there may be many well cared for older homes out there, you can never be sure when facts are unknown or can be hidden in various ways.

Even a new home purchase can be scary, but it will be a safer purchase knowing that absolutely everything in the home is brand new, and no-one has had a chance to put their haunted ( err, umm) I mean uncaring hands on it yet…Your new home is guaranteed to last you for many spooky Halloweens to come as you cultivate and care for it with your own unique brand of TLC.

To take the scary out of your next home purchase, visit my spooktacular model home at 1514 Ireland Drive 705-748-4665 or visit me at our Lindsay Model Home and Sales Centre on 55 Lisbeth Cres. 705-320-9997.

Catey Jobin

Advantages of Condo Living

Condos can accommodate many different types of people. Condos have become an increasingly attractive home ownership option for singles, young couples, families and retired couples. Whether a young couple is looking for affordable housing, or a retired couple needs to down size their home since the kids have moved out, there are likely to be condos for sale to fit those needs. A condo is a viable option for anyone who wants to own a home without the worry of repairs, maintenance and dreaded chores like snow shovelling. They require little work and are maintained by the association, so the condo owner has little concerns. 

The Harmony Condominiums by Parkview Homes offer just that; “easy living”.  Located in the beautiful Valleymore Community in the South West end of Peterborough, these condos are close to all amenities, shopping, and Highway 115, which also makes it handy for people who commute from Peterborough.

 When a person is buying a condo, they are also buying into the entire building in which the condo is located. As a co-owner of the building, the owner will be assessed a proportional share of the cost for corrective work required in common areas, such as the roof, heating system, or foundation. This is paid in a monthly association fee that the condo owner has to pay for maintenance, as well.

Harmony Condominiums are very affordable; they usually sell for 20 to 30 percent less than homes and usually cost a lot less to maintain than a detached home. Parkview Homes is even offering a great incentive package for the Harmony Condominiums including $6,000 cash back, 5 appliances and central Air.

If you would like to view our beautifully decorated Model Suite, you can call Roger Issa at (705) 748-4663 or feel free to stop by 287 Spillsbury Drive, Peterborough.

Three opportunities remain to purchase at The Meadows in Peterborough

It's been a great fall at The Meadows, the quaint village, adult-oriented community in Peterborough. Sales have been strong and the community is about to welcome its two newest residents this week.

George will be getting his key this week while Sonja will be moving in on Thursday. Congratulation to both of them!

With their purchases at The Meadows only three opportunities remain to purchase in the community.

It's not a big surprise that these homes have been moving quickly. The Meadows is a unique chance to retire in a community that offers security and support while allowing you to maintain your independent lifestyle and privacy.

Independence is paramount as all residents of The Meadows have their own full garages, driveways and basements. Mail is delivered directly to the homes while garbage is picked up from each home as well. To top it all off, each home features a walk out basement that opens into some idyllic green space.

The Meadows is also an ideal place for single women looking for security and support in a community. With its social committee dedicated to planning festive gatherings all year round, residents will never be wanting for entertainment. If you want to get a real sense of the welcoming atmosphere present at The Meadows, the community will be celebrating Oktoberfest this weekend. Give Rick Phillips of Parkview Homes a call at 705 741 1004 if you want to take part in the festivities and tour the community.

Residents of The Meadows will also be able to play a round at the Kawartha Golf and Country Club, take advantage of an array of shopping and dining options, walk over to a Wal-Mart, which just celebrated its grand opening on Lansdowne Street, the main shopping strip in Peterborough. It’s also only a three minute drive to a state-of-the-art medical centre.

With the community about to close-out, the builder has reduced prices by up to $24,000 and is now offering free air conditioning and a free garage door opener. Prices are as low as $259,990 (HST included), so these three affordable opportunities won't be sitting still for long.

Call Rick Phillips at 705 741 1004 (office) or 705 868 6441 (cell) to arrange a personal tour. You can also contact Rick by email at rphillips@parkviewhomes.ca. Visit the website by clicking here!