home maintenance IT’S AUGUST, and the last thing you want to think about is home maintenance. Even though it may be humid and hot, August is still the time to start thinking about the fall and making sure your home is in good shape. So, even if you aren’t in the mood to tackle some of the projects that need doing, keep ongoing home and property maintenance manageable with the help of our local businesses. SMART ECO CLEANING Window/Gutter/Pressure Cleaning No Ladders. No working on Heights. 647.990.3223 www.smartecocleaninginc.com info@smartecocleaninginc.com “Clean Space Creates Happy Face” No Chemicals - A pure water cleaning system All work is completed from ground level through water fed poles and brushes. WE PROVIDE INTERIOR, EXTERIOR RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL CLEANING SERVICES. 237 Queen St.,Port Perry • 905-985-0910 Stonewood Toto Zitta Riobel Victoria + Albert American Standard Neptune and more. BRING SOMETHING NEW TO YOUR BATHROOM THE BATH CO. 905-982-1998 • treeriffic@gmail.com • Tree Trimming & Pruning • Tree & Stump Removal • Free Estimates • Arbor Consultation • Tree Trimming & Pruning • Tree & Stump Removal JAMES PAPIA ISA Certified Arborist #SO-4204A Summer is here, and households all over Scugog are turning to their AC to survive the hot weather. Don’t let the heat spoil your summer over concerns about energy costs. Updating your home’s window coverings is an incredibly effective way to save your piggy bank. Up to 50% of a home’s heating and cooling energy is lost through the windows. Budget Blinds has dozens of stylish, trending window fashions with superior insulation benefits that help deflect UV rays and protect against heat gain. Get started on your energy-saving window treatments for the summer with the ease of a professional consultation and installation from your neighborhood Budget Blinds today! Call Joe or Cathy Gibson for all your window covering projects. Budget Blinds 905-213-2583 • jcgibson@budgetblinds.com www.budgetblinds.com/portperry See our ad on page 41. Trending window fashions + superior insulation = Budget Blinds 38 FOCUS AUGUST 2018