"Discover how Kawartha country living can have it's ups and downs. "
When we began our Kawartha country living adventure we had no clue what we were getting ourselves into.
is conveniently located throughout the Kawartha Lakes area. Got bats in the belfry?
Bill and his crew will get rid of your bats in your home, your cottage, your business, or your church and makes sure they won't come back.
Back then, we were considered city slickers, living amoungst the farmers fields with no idea about anything to do with country living.
Over time we have adjusted to Kawartha country living. We love the freedom.
We have grown to respect the farmers in the Kawartha Lakes and area. They know what they are doing and have all the fun toys to farm with.
If you're thinking of moving into the country of any area, not just the Kawarthas, there are a few things you need to consider before doing so.
Know what services you have
Living in the country has no special discounts when it comes to property tax. The taxes are high with only the service of garbage pickup and the post (for now)Know about the water in your potential home
Most country homes have a well and supply their own water. Make sure your potential home has water in the well. With our hot summers, some wells do dry up. Do research in your area for the water supply and quality.Most common problems for water in this area is sulfer and high iron. With all the modern efficient water treatments that are on the market, most water can be treated and safe to drink.
We have heard horror stories of many buying a home and later finding out about the water being contaminated or worse, an empty well.
Know about your septic system
Yes, living in the country you have to take care of your own waste. Next to the importance of water, the septic tank is second.Know if you can have internet access
Nothing worse than dial up. High speed is now available throughout most of the lower areas of the Kawartha Lakes region. Our high speed is transmitted via radio waves. Yes we have satelite for TV and Internet.Know your heating and cooling system
Click here to see why our geothermal system for our heat and air conditioning is a life saver for us.We needed to add 2 propane fireplaces in case the power goes off. Yes, that has happened with temperatures way below freezing.
Know what your property is zoned
Our realtor thought we were on residential property and we found out through the city that we are agriculture zoned. There are many advantages to being agriculture zoned. That's to come.
