Kevin at KTS Custom cabinets will work with you to create your dream kitchen...within your budget....and the process will be smooth and painless. If you are looking for a show stopping custom kitchen that combines excellent workmanship at a really good price then KTS is the perfect choice for you ...but if your budget is limited and your kitchen layout works for you, they will trasform your tired old cabinets into a place you won't recognize in as little as a few days! KTS Custom Cabinets are your Trusted SASKATOON KITCHEN EXPERTS!

Here they share their first Trusted Tip on Re-facing myths!

Thinking about refacing?.....A wise choice!

A lot of cabinet companies will tell you that it is not cost effective to reface existing cabinets, when in reality, it is quite the opposite. With refacing, you save an average of 35-40% of the cost of new cabinets. Cabinet companies who offer the option of refacing are honest with the fact that the bulk of the pricing is for new doors, which in turn, is the bulk of the pricing for newcabinets as well.

Deciding to refresh your kitchen does not necessarily mean that it is time to replace your whole kitchen. If your cabinets are in great shape and solid, you should be offered the option of refacing as opposed to replacing. While there have been advances in kitchen design and function, a lot of those ideas can be incorporated into your existing cabinets or minor changes can be made in order to accomplish this. As well, refacing offers the options to add items such as and island or a pantry which eliminates the item looking like an afterthought.

There are many benefits to a homeowner who decides to reface including: - No additional flooring - No additional countertops - No extra plumbing or electrical costs All of these extras may be incurred with a full renovation, not to mention lengthening the timelines for your renovation itself. You still have the flexibility to add further renovations at a later date – making it much easier to budget for.

Don’t let cabinet companies spend your hard earned money without weighing all the options. Trust a company who will give you their honest opinion as to whether or not refacing your cabinets is in your best interest. Any reputable company will let you know if the cabinets are in bad shape, or if your layout is changing too much for it to be worth refacing. Invest your money wisely, and look at all your options before making a decision.

Find KTS Custom Cabinets online here or go to their showroom 110 2750 Faithfull Ave . They are your Trusted SASKATOON KITCHEN EXPERTS  on the Saskatoon Directory of excellence.

Your first step into the beautiful Wheatland Fireplace showroom will help you understand why Wheatland Fireplace has been given the Thumbs up by Trusted Saskatoon. This really is where your Outdoor living and Fireplace dreams meet in spectacular surroundings! Wheatland Fireplace services and installs their high-quality fireplaces, barbecues (bbq), grills and smokers from industry leading manufacturers.They love their customers and as a result,their customers love and TRUST them. Wheatland Fireplace are your Exclusive Trusted SASKATOON FIREPLACE store and they are Trusted SASKATOON OUTDOOR LIVING & RECREATION Experts! 

For more than 25 years Wheatland Fireplace has installed high-end, high quality products in the homes of people like you with an eye for beauty and quality. Their products include fireplaces, bbq, kitchens and smokers with locations in Regina & Saskatoon....

Trusted had heard great things about Wheatland Fireplace from many people in Regina and Saskatoon, so when we went into the Regina showroom, where the Head Office is located to have a little look around, and  we were thrilled to be so warmly welcomed by the super sales staff, just like people told us we would be! 

Trusted  set up a meeting with Chuck the owner who is originally from Saskatoon to discuss Trusted. Chuck is instantly likeable and afer spending 45 mins with him, it is was obvious that he sets the tone of the company and leads by example, he is forward thinking and absolutely ' GETS' what Trusted stands for! Chuck loved the idea and signed up on the spot for Saskatoon and Regina!

The Trusted verification process was started in both markets - when we have Partners that are in multi markets or multi locations we ask for 25 clients names and numbers for each location- to ensure standards are excellent everywhere ( not just where the boss has his office!)... The comments we got back from clients were fantastic, their clients really are  FANS of Wheatland Fireplace and they had great things to say about the staff, the after service and the products themselves! 

"We had such an amazing experience with Wheatland Fireplace. On a scale of one one to ten these guys would get a fifteen plus! We had absolutly no issues and the entire staff from showroom to install were just awesome.They have really become more like friends ,we stop by just to say hello from time to time.Without any hesitation I would recommend using these great people for your fireplace ". Trish Hill, Saskatoon

If you have a wander into the showroom in Saskatoon on 1st avenue North, you may be surprised at whats in side..beautfully displayed fireplaces and BBQ's...mixed in with contemporary and stylish wall art and home decor items...who knew! Look at the counter and you will see Thank you cards from happy customers ( always a good sign in a business! ) and take 5 mins to chat with the staff and you will soon become a fan too! 

We are proud to have such a distinguished and award winning Saskatchewan company on our Saskatoon directory of excellence , they are very deserving of the Thumbs up !   They are our exclusive Saskatoon fireplace store and you can check them out in SASKATOON OUTDOOR LIVING & RECREATION CATEGORY! 

Welcome WHEATLAND FIREPLACE  to the Saskatoon Directory of EXCELLENCE!        

At got mold? They perform their work the way it should be done -by industry standards…nothing less! They follow an 8 Step Process to ensure the job is done right ...the first time! got mold? SASKATOON  DISASTER RECOVERY SERVICES Inc. provides expert advice and world class service! They have certified consultants who are there for you 24/7 for SASKATOON Mould remediation,  disaster response services, fire and flood damage & restoration throughout Saskatchewan.

Here James and Sanjay from Got Mold? provide their second Trusted tip on the SASKATOON DIRECTORY :

Why is Asbestos so Scary?

"It's shocking to me that hundreds of thousands of people are dying of asbestos-related disease across this country but most people don't know a thing about it," says Chris Weis, an asbestos coordinator for the Environmental Protection Agency. Medical evidence dating back to 1899 has shown that asbestos is a slow but steady killer, even though world governments, including our own, and the popular media have long bought into the idea that a little asbestos won't hurt you. In fact, a single microscopic spear-shaped asbestos fiber lodged in a victim's lung can cause myriad fatal reactions. Physicians estimate that exposure to asbestos will eventually kill millions of Americans. They will die of asbestosis, mesothelioma, tremolite poisoning, or cancer of the esophagus, colon, or stomach.

Asbestos is a naturally occurring substance that has been used extensively because of its heat strength, tensile strength, and insulating properties. The troubling aspect of asbestos is that it is lethal and has been described as a silent killer that can lead to asbestosis, mesothelioma, tremolite poisoning, or cancer of the esophagus, colon, or stomach.

According to Asbestos.com:

Homes and apartments built before 1980 often are filled with asbestos, needing only normal wear and tear with age to dislodge the fibers and send them airborne. Asbestos can be found in floor tiles, roofs, furnaces, plumbing, appliances, fireplaces and window caulking, leaving most everyone vulnerable.

Click here to review a detailed diagram of where asbestos can be found in your home.

The prevalence of asbestos in homes and buildings and the illnesses it is causing has led to many law suits and litigation's. According to a special report by Reuters, asbestos related law suits are on the rise. Lawyers are taking advantage of this fact and focusing on recruiting clients for class action lawsuits. In fact:

"At one point earlier this year, 15 of the 100 most expensive keyword search phrases for click-through ads on Google contained the word "mesothelioma," the deadly cancer caused by asbestos exposure. The single most expensive phrase, online marketing firm SpyFu reported, was "Florida mesothelioma lawyers," at $177.74 per click."

Asbestos is in the News and will continue to be. So, what should you do if you suspect that you may have asbestos in your home or office? According to Michael Bowker, author of the book Fatal Deception, you should call a professional and avoid trying to take your own samples. In his words:

"Unless you are trained and have proper protective gear, you might expose yourself and perhaps your family by attempting to take your own samples"

Asbestos is scary for one simple reason: it causes death. The only way to deal with asbestos is to remove it or contain it and that will be the subject of our next blog entry where we explain the Asbestos Abatement process. In the mean time, stay vigilant my friends and educate yourselves about asbestos. We are dedicated to creating asbestos awareness through our weekly Asbestos in the News feature which is posted every Wednesday...please review the articles and pass this information on to friends and family.

Find Got mold? online at http://www.gotmold.ca / ..they are your SASKATOON DISASTER SERVICE and SASKATOON MOULD experts on the SASKATOON DIRECTORY of excellence.

www.trustedsaskatoon.com now has waiting lists for most of the 40 categories on the directory, saavy businesses in Saskatoon are realizing that TRUSTED offers a unique and positive way to position themselves in the marketplace in a cost effective and innovative way.  

This in itself puts the Trusted team in a position that most ' advertising companies' cannot relate to...you see we don't sign up and endorse just anyone! We are restricted to a maximum 3 options in the 40 categories we service ...and only allow 1 banner ad per category of business..this is so we can offer the best options and service to the public. What this means, is we are looking for specific qualities in our Trusted Partners that are non negotiable ...They MUST commit to upholding the Trusted guarantees, conduct themselves in business with integrity and they must be prepared to commit to the level of active engagement with the public that being Trusted demands.     

The SASKATOON REAL ESTATE category is the longest wating list by far.....42 Saskatoon Realtors have contacted Trusted or been nominated by others to be on the directory and I am excited to tell you all about the realtor who has made it through the Trusted process with flying colors and who was nominated several times by happy clients!

 KARI CALDER of Century 21 Fusion,

Kari Calder  is the 2nd agent from Century 21 to be given the Thumbs up, and both Marla Janzen and Kari Calder share many traits...the most important being that they put their clients needs above their own in all they do!  

Kari Calder loved the idea of Trusted from the get go, as it fits into what she looks for when she deals with businesses herself ..like the other Trusted Partners , she had been running her business on the Trusted Principals long before we came along and thats why she has seen so much success in the 5 years she has been  a SASKATOON REALTOR. 

The decision to enter the real estate industry was a very natural and obvious one for Kari, as she has been involved in real estate most of her life. Her parents started investing in Saskatchewan real estate from the time she was 12 & Kari helped out with these Saskatchewan revenue homes in a very ' hands on' manner! From insulating attics to shingling roofs, she was there learning, helping and do-ing... which makes her more knowledgeable than your average Saskatoon real estate agent. At 17 years old she also began managing their properties, which has given her the inate ability to understand the Saskatoon revenue home market.

Kari comes across as very easy to relate to, and she is brimming with easy confidence, which may come from the global travel she did on her own when she was in her mid 20’s. On her travels she met and befriended people from every walk of life and as a result she's able to connect with almost everyone she meets no matter what their situation, which is a strong asset in being a successful Saskatoon real estate agent. She loves Saskatoon and of all the countries she has traveled she firmly believes that Saskatchewan born and raised people are amongst the friendliest and accommodating people in the world.

Kari Calder  is driven to succeed, and has won many outstanding perfomance awards in the relativelty short time she has been a Realtor for Century 21..and she has a pile of testimonials from happy clients...this only adds to the reasons that she is a great choice when it comes to choosing a Realtor in Saskatoon! Combine that with her previous experience in customer service, marketing, and event coordination and you understand why she really was made to be a realtor! 

Kari Calders aim is to make the experience of buying or selling a home in Saskatoon a successful and pleasurable one....and she is committed to being 100% involved in Trusted and what we do ...watch for her tips and resources coming soon ...here is a link to the blog she did about her status as a Trusted partner..which she is very proud of!

www.trustedsaskatoon.com has 3 truly WONDERFUL Saskatoon Realtor options and if you click on the Trusted Tips for Real Estate   you will see how active and committed our Realtors are in HELPING make your life easier!

A Bathroom Re-modeling Solution That Lasts a Lifetime...Done in Just One Day...Why spend tons of money - not to mention gruelling hours - on bathroom remodelling? Bath Fitter Saskatoon offers all this, and absolutely outstanding service...you will not be disappointed at any stage of the process ..from the friendly and welcoming receptionist, the knowledgeable and helpful sales staff, the efficient and talented installers...to the boss himself...they are all proud to do what they do, and strive to give you the best possible experience when choosing BATH FITTER.

Here they provide their second Trusted Tip on the Saskatoon Directory, they are  SASKATOON BATHROOM EXPERTS

Organizing Your Bathroom

We know how difficult it can be to stay organized in the bathroom, what with the exorbitant amount of hair products, lotions and soaps cluttering my counter space. This video, featuring Linda Germal from “Rejuvinate Your Home,” offers excellent advice for ridding your bathroom of chaotic clutter and hwill help turn any bathroom from messy place to serenity space.

Find BATHFITTER SASKATOONat , online Here or in the SASKATOON BATHROOMS Category on the SASKATOON DIRECTORY..they are SASKATOON BATHROOM EXPERTS

Passion Tip 5

Women’s bodies are forever changing “post-baby”. Depressing right? Oh, but there is good news! I’m not talking about your waist not getting back to pre-baby size, or your breasts changes, but how sensitive your body becomes to stimulation. During pregnancy, blood flow increases, causing your genitals to swell. Post-pregnancy, blood vessels are enlarged – and could even stay that way permanently. As a result, your lady parts become more sensitive to stimulation (in some cases EXTREMELY), resulting in more intense pleasure! So next time you are standing in front of the mirror and feeling a heavy heart looking at your posts pregnancy body, just remember the upside…… more sensitivity where and when it really counts!

Passion Tip 6

For new mothers, especially nursing mothers, dryness can be a concern. Some women who have never experienced the need for lubrication can suddenly find themselves needing a little extra help. This is completely normal and not always permanent. Thankfully, there are a few products on the market that can help. RomantaTherapy®Revelation™ Lubricant is a waterbased lubricant that can be reactivated with water. For new mothers with so much on their plate already, simplicity is key and it doesn’t really get much simpler than that.

Passion Tip 7

Labor and delivery can wreak havoc on the V-jayjay. Though the elasticity eventually returns much of it’s pre-baby shape, regular kegel exercises can furthen tighten it and strengthen orgasms by working the PC muscles. You only need to do these exercises for six minutes a day. Kegel Pods are great for beginners, Pleasure Pearls are good for the intermediate exercises and Ben-Wa Balls are for the more advanced. A woman’s body changes so much during and after having a baby. A woman may find areas of her body that weren’t very sensitive before, are suddenly that “sweet spot”. Take time to get to know your body, either by yourself or with your partner. Don’t be shy in communicating new discoveries with your honey. The book “Passion Parties Guide To Great Sex” is filled with lots of great tips for releasing your inner Passion Diva.

Passion Parties are designed to inform and educate women through tasteful in-home presentations where you have an opportunity to experience sensual products specifically created to enhance your romantic relationship. Best of all, you’ll have a blast in the process. If you’re ready to take your intimate life to a whole new level, Koni has JUST what you need.

At Campbell Custom Homes their customers are number one. Their objective is your satisfaction and they guarantee that from the first conversation, throughout the building process, and even after you have moved into your new home that your needs are their priority…from starter homes to Million dollar homes...they are a wonderful choice! They realized early on that a solid reputation is earned. They continually strive to exceed their customer's expectations one home at a time by providing each of their clients with the individual attention required to transform their dreams into reality. Their attention to detail & construction quality, combined with their personalized customer service have formed the cornerstones of their success..they are a TRUSTED SASKATOON HOMEBUILDER.

Here they share their latest news!

Very Desirable! Walkouts Available in Saskatoon Don’t miss this!

Campbell Homes has 8 lots available for the construction of WALKOUTS in The Meadows at Rosewood in Saskatoon! They won’t last long so don’t miss this chance to build your own WALKOUT in Saskatoon!

Please see the land available at OUR WEBSITE and contact us directly for any specific questions. We have some plans for you to view as well!

Advantages to Homeowners

Let’s face it our winters can be l.o.n.g. and light becomes a hot commodity when the sun only graces us with its presence for a limited number of hours on those long winter days. Walkout basements allow you to incorporate design considerations that will make the most of that access to natural light and it will feel as though your entire home is above ground. With large windows and lots of natural light you can also use the basements for additional purposes. Because walkout basements lend themselves to a separate entrance into the home, the space can be used as an office or side business, that welcomes visitors into an uplifting, professional space without having clients into the main space of the home should you wish to keep the two spaces separate. Furthermore, should you wish to rent out the lower level of your home you can do so with ease because of the separate and secure entrances. Finally, you can often rent the space for more because it isn’t a typical dark and dreary basement suite, which means you now have more revenue from your initial home investment.

Campbell Custom Homes has experience and expertise in seeing building designs meet the respective by-laws and codes for meeting the standards of a legalized basement suite. For more information about the benefits of incorporating a suite into your custom build, please visit our website.

Find Campbell Homes online at www.campbellhomes.ca  or check out their listing in Saskatoon Home Builders category, they are A TRUSTED SASKATOON HOME BUILDER Experts right here on the Saskatoon Directory of excellence!

original blog by Campbell Homes

Being a Trusted Business on the Saskatoon directory comes with alot of responsibilty...no other directory, advertising medium or ' watchdog organization' puts businesses through the process we do before we promote and endorse them...in fact,the most other organizations offer is checking that the business has a valid business license, and maybe that they have insurance and don't have an F rating..most don't even bother with that ..they rely on the consumers to provide ratings..which are all unverified and un qualified. 

The Trusted Saskatoon businesses become Partners...and we promote the mantra that 'only together are we Trusted" ..we all have our parts to play to ensure the directory maintains the standards and high level of integrity that it does.

Trusted then enters into a contract, where the partners sign to uphold the 5 Trusted Guarantees ..these are the foundation of our business and they are the Guarantees that our Trusted businesses offer their clients...to ensure that our partners are upholding these guarantees on a daily basis we have a MYSTERY SHOPPER PROGRAM, where we mystery shop a minimum of 10% of our Trusted Partners on an annual basis... we get our mystery shoppers to fillout a report to tell us about the experience....

Our latest business to be mystery shopped was MIDTOWN APPLIANCE , Gerry Tarko from Midtown & Saskatoon Appliance was happy for us to share the report with you, the public.. They are Trusted SASKATOON APPLIANCE EXPERTS

TRUSTED SASKATOON PARTNER: Midtown appliance 

MYSTERY SHOP CHECKLIST

1. How was the greeting/ welcome/ call answered? I just called on the phone as I was looking for something specific ..my freezer in the basement had been left open accidently and the meat and food in it had defrosted..blood and mess everywhere, the smell was just awful..I needed a new fridge/ freezer asap as I had lots of family arriving in 2 days for a family celebration..so I called on the phone in a panic to see if they had something that would fit in the space and could be delivered straight away...the lady on the phone was very nice.   

2. If retail: Appearance of the store / staff? I was thrilled to say it was all conducted over the phone..I didn't feel the need to go down after talking to her  

3. Product/industry knowledge of staff? She knew her stuff..once I told her what I was looking for ( and why) ..she said she had a fridge freezer that would fit into the narrow space perfectly and she said she knew they had one on the floor and could get it to me the next day!

4. If a quote is required is the quote well laid out/ clear? She told me the price and thats exactly what it was on the invoice

5. Did they ask where you found them? No, I told her I found her on Trusted saskatoon

6. Overall experience 1-10. – 10 ( I am a tough marker-  it was a 9 until they knocked it out of the park with the delivery )

7. Would you return as a customer/ recommend them to close friends? YES ...definitely

8. Did anyone stand out as exceptional? or the opposite..If so who? Why? YES - the delivery guys!! Normally in my experience they are the issue when you deal with companies who use a sub contractor-I have had goods turn up damaged, delivered late or once was delieverd to wrong address..so I had low expectations!  

9. If you made a purchase/booked a job how was the process? Smooth and like clockwork!

If so refer to the Trusted Guarantees below and give an overall mark on each if applicable. 

TRUSTED GUARANTEES

1. Provide the service and quality promised. absolutely

2. Complete the job on time. EARLIER!

3. Charge the price quoted with NO surprises. YES 

4. Communicate honestly and be responsive to customer needs. OVER AND ABOVE

5. Resolve any issues with customer satisfaction in mind NO issues

Please share any other comments relating to your experience with the company.

I had booked the delivery for the next afternoon ...which was the last day for deliveries before a holiday weekend and I had TOTALLY forgotten that I had an important and unmissable appointment at the time I was supposed to be at home for the delivery guys..I called back first thing in the morning and spoke to the lady i had dealt with when I bought the fridge / freezer..she was helpful but was genuinely concerned for me, as she had already sent the work order the previous night and was afraid that the route may not be able to be changed as they were very busy ..she gave me the number of the delivery company they have a contract with and said my best bet was to call them direct asap and see what i could work out with them, as she was confident they would do what they could to help.  They literally moved heaven and earth to accomodate me as they were so busy...I tipped them well and sent them off with some baking. I was impressed that the Trusted company had made sure to work with another great company with something as important as delivery ( where many try to cut costs and corners) ..Midtown appliance understood how important it is to their customers .. as sub contractors really can reflect on the main companies reputation ( alot of time not in a good way!). Thumbs up to them ..and to Trusted Saskatoon!  

GREAT MYSTERY SHOP GERRY! You and the team should enjoy the kudos you clearly deserve!  

Saskatoon Appliance and Midtown Apppliance World offer Saskatoons largest selection of appliances and have been in business for 41 years...that in itself should say something about the way they do business! They have the 2 convenient locations that well serve the North and South of the city, and they offer great opening hours to help us working people fit a shopping expidition into our ever so busy schedules! Check out their listing in Saskatoon Appliances

www.trustedsaskatoon.com  celebrates its 1st Birthday on 30th May 2012.....so we have a special contest for you!!

With lots of chances to WIN

Trust is so important in any relationship ..personal or business and our Pinterest board has pictures symbolising Trust ...

Tell us what Trust means to YOU in an image- Send us your pictures with a title by email: sara@trustedcanada.com

The winner will win $500 and $250 will be donated to a local charity of their choice 2 runners up will win a $100 Gift Certificate.

Go to our Facebook page 'LIKE' & 'SHARE' the post with this picture about the contest and you will be entered into a draw -2 winners will receive $50 Gift Certificates.

Entries must be submitted by 20th May- finalists will be chosen & announced 22nd May then voting closes 30th May.

It always PAYS to be a fan of Trusted!

*PLEASE NOTE - Only photos taken by the entrant ( or if they have verifiable permission by photograph owner) will be considered for the finals- this is to prevent copyright infringement!

Glass Slipper Cleaning services is locally owned and operated and they absolutely provide a reliable Saskatoon cleaning services for homeowners like you in Saskatoon and surrounding area. They appreciate your trust and know they have to earn the right to keep it! Glass Slippers owner Angela Sipko is a hardworking, kind hearted professional who believes in providing the best possible experience for her clients.....Trusted is confident that after Glass Slipper Cleaning services have been to your home that it would pass anyones ' White Glove test'

Here Angela the owner of Glass Slipper Cleaning Services shares her first Trusted Tip!

Lipstick on your collar (or wall!) – Little girls love to play with make-up.

Scrape excess wax away with a soft spatula. Pretreat clothing with a small amount of dishwashing liquid and rinse. Mix 1/3 part white vinegar to 2/3 part water to gently blot stain away or wipe surfaces clean.

Dirt and Dust – It's everywhere!

Remove shoes before coming into the house to keep as many allergens outside as possible. Vacuum entryways often to remove allergy and asthma contaminants.

Fingerprints 

Buff surfaces with a clean cloth dampened with a neutral disinfectant. This will not only remove fingerprints, but childhood germs as well

Be prepared for unexpected guests!

Keep this checklist handy for impromptu hosting to eliminate messes and clutter quickly when time is of the essence.

o Use a laundry basket to pick up miscellaneous items and store in a bedroom closet.

o Close all doors to bedrooms and other rooms not intended for guests.

o Make room in the coat closet for guest's coats.

o Place extra rolls of toilet paper in a decorative basket in the bathroom.

o Wipe off fingerprints on appliances.

o Remove any dishes from the sink or countertops.

o Light dust the coffee table and other spots where guests will congregate.

o Vacuum high traffic areas. o Burn scented candles in the bathroom and kitchen or set out potpourri.

o Take a deep breath, relax, and enjoy your company

Find GLass Slipper Cleaning Services online here for a full list of Services

You can Trust them in your home and with your valuables...they will treat your home like their own and respect your wishes and your privacy....and what a GREAT GIFT to by a busy person in your life...Gift Cards are available!

Check out what their clients had to say when we surveyed them here in SASKATOON CLEANING SERVICES on the Saskatoon Directory..on www.trustedsaskatoon.com the ONLY directory that works for YOU the consumer!