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Thanks for creating this thread guys.

we bought lot 14, closing Feb '13
It's our first home, so we can use all the advice we can get.
We're also interested in the group buys.

cheers,
Peter & Christine

Hareesh & Srilatha lot #108 closing Dec 2012
A&R lot #110 closing Dec 2012
chotapepc lot #108 closing Dec 2012
H&M lot #104 closing Jan 2013
Baraa & Alaa lot #106 closing Jan 2013
Youngsoo and Michelle lot #90 closing Feb 2013
pfrankis lot #14 closing Feb 2013
Tim P lot #125 closing Mar 2013
Alaeddine lot #49 closing May 2013
Nela&Bart closing May 2013

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youngsoo and michelle

We got a call to pick up our design center package over the weekend. It is a large spiral book describing all of the possible upgrades that Mattamy can offer pre-closing and the prices.

Anyone else get theirs?

yup...we got ours surprisingly early. what upgrades are you thinking?

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youngsoo and michelle

We haven't decided on the upgrades yet. We thought we had it nailed down but we scrapped it all and we're back to square one. We had a list of Mattamy vs. after upgrades but now that we have the price list we are reconsidering.

The upgrades will be mainly in the kitchen (cabinets, countertop, island, etc...). We also want hardwood stairs and jets in the ensuite.

Has anyone noticed that there is no window in the bathroom on the second floor in Plan 6. I am kind of disappointed in that. Maybe I missed something. We are also going through the upgrades available and determining what we should do. still up in the air.

Hi everyone!

We bought our first home last summer for HVOP ph4! Lot 167 - 04 on Diefenbaker Street.

This past Friday, we had our design center appointment and we got a lot done. It was very stressful as there is a lot to chose from and it can get pricey. But our design consultant worked well with us and we were actually under budget which was great! It takes up a lot of your time. A word of advice, look up some design inspirations and take them with you. You will have to visit the design center many times before making a firm decision.

Anyway questions we'd be glad to help

Our closing is November 2012 (God willing)

We are very excited to see it all come together!

Cheers,
Sergio & Sabrina
(Bouca Family)

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Bouça Family

Hi guys,

Does anyone know if installing a humidifier after closing would void our furnace warranty?? The price that Mattamy is charging is ridiculous! Not sure if i should call Tarion to make sure but thought I would start here.

We got our pricing book the other day, its exciting & confusing all at the same time.

Thanks all!

Hi there!

New to this thread/community. I purchased in HVOP phase 4- a Hillsview End model, Lot 147-5. My closing date is December 2012- fingers crossed!!

See you all soon!

-Stephanie

Hi Stephanie!

We also purchased a Hillsview end model! We are Lot 167-4

Regards,
Bouca Family

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Bouça Family

I purchased hillsview end as well. 147-1. Did any of you change the kitchen option with the center island?

Hello,

Yes, we chose the alternate kitchen layout.

-Stephanie

Installing a humidifier or air conditioner after you buy the home does not effect the furnace warranty provided the installation of the equipment does not damage the furnace and provided the equipment is installed by a qualified / licenced company / installer.

Often builders will imply that you do loose the furnace warranty but that is not true if you follow the above guidelines.

BTW, if you plan to buy an AC then most of the time the AC company will give you a great deal on a humidifier.

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For the Home Inspection services that you need and deserve, call Andy Shaw at 905 876 4761

I was told by my big scary scam artist builder that getting an A/C after was way cheaper and to make sure it was a reputable company that would pick up the warranty on the furnace, and that if another company frigged with the electrical of the original installer it "could" void the original warranty. what he actually said was "just don't use some guy in a beat-up old truck offering to do it for 300 bucks.

Many builders promote or perpetuate the myth that installing and AC or humidifier by anyone but them will void the warranty of the furnace.

Not long ago a client was told this by his builder. He sent the note ( below ) to Tarion and Tarion sent back their response at the bottom.

Note to Tarion - exact word for word.



Tarions response from a Technical Claims Representative -

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For the Home Inspection services that you need and deserve, call Andy Shaw at 905 876 4761