Ripan Gill

Condo or House: What are you buying?

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TD Canada Trust published their 2011 TD Canda Trust Condo Poll, surveying approximately 1000 Canadians that have recently purchased or were thinking about buying a condo to see – why more and more Canadians have chosen to buy a condo as their first home. Well their conclusion was as simple as the question asked – … Read More

2011 KC Sun Run: Burning enthusiasm, buildings, ankles and bellies.

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2011 Vancouver Sun Run

Members of the Klondike team came together this Sunday to put their best foot forward in the 2011 Vancouver Sun Run.  The Klondike team was part of approximately 50,000 people in attendance that helped event organizers raise $50,000 for the Raise-a-Reader program and $70,000 for the Harry Jerome International Track and Field Classic. From a … Read More

Residential Maintenance Tips for the Winter Season

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Just like a car, your home requires regular year-round maintenance. The Winter season can make any moisture or heating issues in your home very apparent….if you know what you are looking for. Below are a few Residential Maintenance tips to keep your home in top-form during the Winter months. Check and clean or replace furnace … Read More

Holiday Clean-Up?….Klondike’s Maintenance Team Can Help

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Now that the blur of holiday shopping, parties, wrapping, entertaining and eating is over, it is no wonder why you are sitting at your desk exhausted from your ‘vacation’. Fortunately Klondike Contracting understands that the winter holidays are busy time of year and even though we all plan to do a little work around the … Read More

Apple iPad: A Valuable Business Tool

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The Apple iPad has made its mark as an impressive Social Media Tool with great entertainment value but how does the iPad perform from a Business perspective?  While the iPad has been marketed as mainly an entertainment device Business owners are finding great uses for it around the office.  In fact a large number of … Read More

When Not To Reuse

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We are all for reusing building materials wherever possible.   However, this is not always possible because some old building materials pose safety risks or waste energy or water.  Do your research to avoid problems in the future.  Some factors to consider: Lead.  Widely used until 1978, lead paint is primarily a concern when it … Read More