8 Dalton Road
📞 Essential Contacts
⚡ Emergency Services:
- Norfolk General Hospital – (519) 426-0130
- Tillsonburg Hospital – (519) 842-3611
🔌 Utilities & Services:
- Hydro One – (888) 664-9376
- Enbridge Gas – (866) 763-5427
- Starlink – (866) 606-5103
- Trickett’s Water – (519) 586-2782
- Garbage & Recycling: Wednesdays (Wasteline or Recycle Coach App)
🛠️ Service Providers
- Plumber: Darren Forsyth – (519) 688-8400
- Electrician: Paul Gilmore – (519) 857-6758
- HVAC: Mazza (Shawn Priem) – (519) 983-3734
- House Cleaning: Lucy – (519) 200-0892
- Window Cleaning: R.V. – (519) 268-2945
- Cistern/Septic: Larry Dedrick – (519) 761-2069
- General Repairs/Handyman: Brody Hunt — (226) 228-6611
🔒 Other Info
- Security: Arlo (via app)
- Insurance: Westland (Cole Carson) – (905) 940-1000
- Friendly Neighbours:
- Bob & Michelle – (519) 582-3997
- Kevin & Annette – (519) 983-6821
💳 Monthly Bills & Utility Costs
- Hydro: ~$130/month
- Gas: $108/month (EMPP)
- Internet: $158.20/month
- Water Delivery: ~$200 every 2 months
- Property Tax: $7,123/year
- Insurance: $275.91/month
- Arlo Security (optional): $20/month
🚰 Water System
- 13,250L buried cistern (front lawn, driveway access)
- Monitored by audio/visual alert system in garage
- No filtration needed — water is clean upon delivery
🧰 Maintenance Schedule
- Monthly: Check cistern, refill softener salt, general inspection
- Every 2 Months: Clean HRV filters
- Every 3 Months: Replace HVAC filters
- Seasonal:
- Fall: Garden prep, test smoke/CO detectors
- Winter: Humidity checks, clear snow/vents
- Spring: Window cleaning, exterior & lawn prep
- Summer: A/C checkup, pool and yard maintenance
🏊 Pool & Spa System
- Converted shipping container (pool & hot tub with divider)
- Water Treatment: C-Pool & Spa Clean + Clear Minerals (low chlorine)
- Filter: Replace annually
- Control: Pentair ScreenLogic & Config Apps
🚽 Septic System Maintenance
- Separate system from cistern
- Only flush biodegradable toilet paper — no wipes or hygiene products
- Avoid harsh cleaners, bleach, or antibacterial soaps
- Recommended Additives:
- EcoEthic Septic Treatment Pods
- Pumping: Every 3–5 years
- Inspection: Every 5 years
- Watch the EcoEthic Instructional Video
📱 Smart Home Ecosystem & Apps
| System | iOS App | Android App |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Steam – Steam Shower | App Store | Google Play |
| Pentair ScreenLogic – Pool | App Store | Google Play |
| Apple Home – HVAC | App Store | — |
| Watts – In-Floor Heating | App Store | Google Play |
| Rabbit Air – Garage Purifier | App Store | Google Play |
| Arlo – Security Cameras | App Store | Google Play |
| My Leviton – Lighting | App Store | Google Play |
| myQ – Garage Doors | App Store | Google Play |
| iRobot – Vacuum & Mop | App Store | Google Play |
| Bosch Home Connect – Appliances | App Store | Google Play |
| LG ThinQ – Washer & Dryer | App Store | Google Play |
| Recycle Coach – Garbage Alerts | App Store | Google Play |
| Starlink – Internet | App Store | Google Play |