The Trusted Saskatoon team believes giving back is always in style. We are proud members of the Saskatoon business community. We love our city and do what we can to support local events, non-profits and to help individuals in need. This Christmas we want to help a local family in need!  If you know a family who could do with help this Christmas ..please read on and nominate them! 

THE FILLABLE NOMINATION FORM IS BELOW!! 

The Trusted Team are donating a $500 Trusted Saskatoon Gift Certificate - that can be used at any of the Trusted Saskatoon Partners featured and promoted on Saskatoon's Best Directory  

• Devin Cristo-Mortgage Link and Wes Will will donate $100 gift card for groceries! Thank you! They are with Your Mortgage Now! Trusted Saskatoon Mortgage Brokers! 

• Thank you, Marla Janzen - for donating $100 gift card for groceries/gifts!! Marla is a Trusted Saskatoon realtor

• Perfection Plumbing is helping out with Gift cards / Certificates!! Perfection are Trusted Saskatoon plumbers

• Hairstyle Inn Salons have donated a salon certificate plus product and a great AG flat iron valued at $200. They are your Trusted Saskatoon Salons we LOVE THEM! 

• Rays Moving & storage have generously provided $200 of Grocery gift certificates ! they are your Trusted Saskatoon moving & storage pro's  

• Razor Heating and Air Conditioning have donated $150 gift certificate. Thank-You! They are a Trusted Saskatoon Air Conditioning and Furnace Experts 

• Decora Homes have donated a $250 Gift card. Thank-you! Decora is a Trusted Saskatoon Homebuilder

Bridge City Duct Cleaning, Trusted Saskatoon Furnace and Duct cleaning professionals know that cleaner air means a healthier home and a healthier you. With many years of experience in the HVAC industry, Bridge City Duct Cleaning provides you with a breath of fresh air every time you step into your home.

Why bother cleaning your furnace and ducts? 

Fall is the right time to have your vents and ducts serviced and cleaned by Bridge City Duct Cleaning, making them ready for the quickly approaching winter heating season.

Summer brings in a lot of dust, pet fur and dander and all sorts of allergens that can be trapped in duct work for weeks on end. This only comes out after the ducts and vents warm up and forced air blows this debris around your home or office. Avoid the mess and nuisance by getting the duct work and vents professionally cleaned and serviced prior by Bridge City Duct Cleaning. 

Saskatoon, if you are looking for a Trusted company to help you with your home or business Heating or Cooling system problems or to find the best and most high efficient air conditioner or furnace for your home, J.O.B Heating and Air Conditioning is who you need to call! If your family suffers from allergies a new furnace that filters and helps to eliminate those unwanted allergens will make a real difference. 

The amazing staff at J.O.B Heating & Air Conditioning will consult with you to get something that fits your exact and specific needs and budget. 

J.O.B Heating and Air are Trusted Saskatoon Heating and Air Conditioning Pros!

I get to spend a good deal of time explaining to customers what you should ask for when choosing a contractor. We have all heard about the usual things. "Check the reviews", yes I agree that reviews are important but how many of the are legitimate? How many reviews are there because the contractor earned them and how many are there because he paid for them. How many are there because he has a disgruntled employee or a ruthless competitor and of course how many are there because they are real? 

Further to the reviews here are a few things to notice when they are in your house. What are they looking at and what questions are they asking? My Dad tells me that I have 2 ears and one mouth so it should be 2/3 listening and 1/3 talking. What that means is the contractor should be asking questions about your home but also how you live in that home? How can he or she offer you a product or service without knowing how you intend on using that product or service? In the case of an air conditioner are they looking to ensure that the unit can be placed where you would like it? Or are they looking for the most direct route that would save them time and money? Are they just automatically going to the "best" option because well its the Mercedes who wouldn't want it? In reality most of us drive  Chevy's or Fords. 

I believe that there are a couple of documents that they should show you. You should see their contractor license. In the case of heating contractors they should show you their gas licence. So many times guys hang their shingle out and say I can put that water heater in for you and the never take out a permit so the inspector never knows to go see the job. They end up making a mistake when installing it that causes you to have no hot water at the most inopportune of times.  Further to that if that contractor doesn't have a gas licence when the gas inspector issues a deficiency he has to issue it to the homeowner and if the homeowner does not correct it they could loose their gas service. 

Another document you should ask to see is their Workman's Compensation Board letter of good standing. This lets you know that they have a commitment to safety and they pay there premiums to the WCB which gives you an indication of their financial status. You should also ask to see their insurance certificate. How much coverage do they have? Is it enough to cover the worst case scenario? Check the dates, is everything you are seeing current?

If you are going to get a job done and you are researching the job and the equipment on the Internet please be careful with where you are getting that information. Is it a trusted source such as a manufacturer or a professional group or is it just some blow hard on a message board. When you are planning on researching equipment or contract work I think the best place to start is the glossary. Learn what the terms used are and mean. In the heating business we use terms such as delta T. Sounds impressive right? All it means the the difference between the supply temperature and return temperature. I've heard many contractors say "if you can't dazzle them with knowledge baffle them with BS". This can't be farther from the truth. If he can't explain what he's doing or selling in terms that you will understand then he doesn't completely get it himself. 

Now having said that sometimes in contracting there isn't absolutes, that is to say you never know what you'll find in a wall or under a cement floor. When dealing with new products the contractor will have to research it and get back to you. Don't be afraid if a contractor tells you this. This shows diligence and a commitment to getting it right the first time. 

Every job isn't going to go perfectly the best contractors are the one's that have a game plan in place to deal with problems when they arise. Having a plan means the problem gets repaired quickly and with as little disruption to the homeowner as possible. Remember even Mike Homes makes mistakes, he just gets to edit them.

- Jeff Bolton

At J.O.B Heating and Air they strive to hold up the values of Trusted Saskatoon! Find them online at www.jobheating.com or check out their listing here in the Saskatoon AIR CONDITIONING & FURNACE Directory of excellence!

Palliser Rooms EQ3 is an independent furniture store that has been operating in Saskatoon for ten years. The store specializes in offering a generous selection of contemporary furnishings (predominantly Canadian brands) and a personalized service that is forward-thinking and client-focused. Customer reviews describe Palliser Rooms as a "great shopping experience," "with exceptional sales staff," "best displays and best furniture in town," and the kicker: "great delivery service." The comments reflect the company's commitment to providing excellent customer service and speak to their impeccable taste and attention to detail.

They are your Trusted Saskatoon Furniture Experts! 

Here they share their Miami Sectional: 

Great Style for a Great Price: the Miami Sectional

On June 1st TrustedSaskatoon.com celebrated the 5th anniversary of our public launch! Our mission is to save you time, money and stress when choosing a Saskatoon business for your needs. We do not believe in small print and we ensure the needs of the consumer are top priority! This post is to celebrate the Saskatoon Businesses below ....who have been TRUSTED for 5 years!! All were with us BEFORE we launched to the public ..they believed in the idea and they believed in our team!! Thank you for TRUSTING us, and thank you for providing 5 years of OUTSTANDING services to the people of Saskatoon!  They been re-checked, re-verified and mystery shopped - and each of them have upheld the 5 TRUSTED GUARANTEES of service for 5 YEARS! 

5 Trusted Guarantees

1. Provide the service and quality promised.
2. Complete the job on time.
3. Charge the price quoted with NO surprises.
4. Communicate honestly and be responsive to customer needs.
5. Resolve any issues with customer satisfaction in mind.

Marla Janzen Realtor

The first EVER Trusted partner, Marla Janzen, is outstanding at what she does! If you are looking for a professional Saskatoon, SK Realtor, then Marla Janzen is your best choice! Marla Janzen, an award-winning Realtor, made a commitment to represent Saskatoon, Warman, Martensville and the surrounding Saskatchewan area with the highest calibre of professional real estate service ever experienced in those communities! Marla is a multi-award-winning Saskatoon and Warman realtor. Marla has been taught honesty, hard work, and stellar customer service are the most important part of the business, and she puts that philosophy to practice as she strives to be the best Saskatoon Realtor she can be. Marla brings over ten years of Saskatchewan real estate experience to the table and is adept at handling any transaction, regardless of property type or price point. We are confident she can offer you the best Saskatoon real estate agent experience possible!

Marla Janzen is a 5 year Trusted Saskatoon REALTOR!

Decora Homes

Decora Homes specializes in homes built to meet your custom requirements. They have many years of experience in the construction industry and take pride in working with you to design a home which best suits you and your family's personality/lifestyle. At Decora Homes, they believe in keeping their customers up to date during their build. That is why they have incorporated a 24/7 online program in which the client can log in and view the schedule, photos, and list of products chosen and approve/change orders at their convenience. Decora Homes has a full-time staff that assists you in picking out finishing products during the construction, along with a full-time service representative for you to contact your needs after you have taken possession of your new home.  

Decora Homes are 5 Year Trusted Saskatoon Home Builders! 

Palliser Rooms EQ3 is an independent furniture store that has been operating in Saskatoon for nine years. The store specializes in offering a generous selection of contemporary furnishings (predominantly Canadian brands) and a personalized service that is forward-thinking and client-focused. Customer reviews describe Palliser Rooms as a "great shopping experience", "with exceptional staff," best displays and best furniture in town," and the kicker: "great delivery service." The comments reflect the company's commitment to providing excellent customer service and speak to their impeccable taste and attention to detail. The company describes their philosophy as one that "embodies' an 'all about choices' ideology. Whether you have an inherent 'do-it-yourself' personality or find decoration an overwhelming process, their staff is committed to providing valuable information, inspiration and the necessary tools to make your project, large or small, a success."

Palliser Rooms are a 5 Year Trusted Saskatoon Furniture Store!

Perfection Plumbing

Founded in 1996, Perfection Plumbing is a locally owned and operated plumbing company located in Saskatoon. To show their dedication in upholding the highest quality of customer service, a stringent set of practices guide their staff in providing superior work. When you contact Perfection Plumbing, one of their knowledgeable staff will promptly answer your call and assist over the phone - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and even on holidays. They understand that emergencies can happen at any time, so their skilled plumbers are always ready to provide immediate services. In keeping their high standards of professionalism, all their employees are bonded, insured, and have their backgrounds checked!

Perfection Plumbing, 5 Year Trusted Saskatoon Plumbers!

Hairstyle Inn

The HairStyle Inn Salon is a fun, fresh & locally owned salon group with TWO Saskatoon locations. Their 38-member creative team makes up one of Saskatchewan's premier cut, colour and design salon groups and has been styling Saskatchewan for over 35 years. Their salons offer services for custom fashion, cuts & colours and specialize in colour correction. The Hairstyle Inn designers keep on top with ongoing advanced training and are considered among the best in the industry, with design haircuts for men, women and kids. Hairstyle Inn Salons are Saskatoon's first choice for styles and up-dos for weddings, graduations, job promotions and events!

Hairstyle Inn Salons are 5 Year Trusted Saskatoon Salons!

Reed Security -5 Trusted Saskatoon Alarm and Service Professionals!