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Toronto Office Awarded “Top Producer” and “Franchisee of the Year”

pgavel — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 18:01:59 +0000

21-Nov-2011-Toronto, ON: For the fourth consecutive year, owners Paul & Evelyn Gavel have been recognized as “Top Producer” within their region which consists of 26 offices in the north eastern USA and Canada. They were also awarded “Franchisee of the Year”, the most prestigious award given each year. Approximately 150 offices in 10 countries are considered for this award each year. As stated by the company president Bill Palmer during presentation, this award is reserved for the “best of the best”. This is the first time a Canadian office has been awarded “Franchisee of the Year”. Both awards were personally presented to the Gavel’s in Palm Springs California at the annual American Leak Detection Convention.

Canadian Leak Detection specializes in the non-destructive detection of hidden leaks.

Autumn Update

pgavel — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 22:14:20 +0000

CDNLEAK-Toronto, ON: Our summer season has come to a close. Owners of our Toronto Office: Paul & Evelyn Gavel will be flying out to Palm Springs for American Leak Detection’s annual convention this month. The annual convention gives franchise owners a chance to share ideas and inspire growth and development. More to come in the coming days…

2011 Annual Regional Confrence

pgavel — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 15:49:29 +0000

Feb. 21, 2011 – Toronto, ON: Canadian and American Franchise owners ranging from as far west as Iowa, as south as Virginia, as East as Vermont and north into Ontario met in Cleveland Ohio. Paul & Mark Gavel of Canadian Leak Detection in Toronto were among who attended. Discussions and presentations covered the latest technologies and strategies for leak detection in swimming pools, water mains, sewer lines, radiant heat, snow melt systems and other areas that are prone to leakage. The meeting is an annual event where franchise owners in the company exchange ideas and experiences and learn strategies from one another that can be applied to situations they may be confronted with back in their own office. Also in attendance was the manager from corporate office who gave a presentation on the latest changes at that level.

Good-bye 2010! Happy Holidays and watch out for those winter leaks!

pgavel — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 16:23:38 +0000

Happy Holidays!

13-Dec 2010, CDNLEAK-Toronto: On behalf of the entire staff, we would like to wish all our clients and affiliates a safe and happy holiday! After finding over 1500 leaks this year in the GTA alone, we were able to help several Ontario municipalities and condo corporations resume their water activities and save on their water bills as well as hundreds of homeowners.

In Canada, the winter season can bring many unwanted problems. The last thing you want is a destructive leak problem in the home during the holidays. In the past, our non-destructive leak detection methods have saved many holiday dinners and get-togethers at people’s homes and even at several different restaurants. Make sure to give us a call before you go tearing down walls and putting the Christmas tree away. We might be able to help pinpoint your leak before you cancel your holiday plans.

Toll Free: 1-800-290-5349 (for areas East of Burlington/Hamilton border and across Eastern Ontario)

To take preventive measures, make sure to read our previous post regarding freezing pipes and leak prevention here: http://www.canadianleakdetection.com/local-news-ca/2010/01/winters-here-are-your-pipes-ready/

We find leaks in snow melt systems, heating systems, domestic water systems, fire systems, drainage systems as well as structural leaks in the concrete, roofs, windows, doors, patios, balconies, basements etc.

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2010 International Home & Garden Show!

pgavel — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:45:04 +0000

Once again, Canadian Leak Detection will be exhibiting at the yearly Home & Garden at the International Centre located at 6900 Airport Rd in Toronto between March 18-March22. This is a great opporuntity for personal one-on-one discussions with our leak experts about any leak related issues you may be experiencing at home or at work. Bookings can be made right off the floor for your convenience. Free fridge magnets!! You can find us in the Pool & Patio section. We look forward to hearing from you!

For more information please check out: www.internationalhomeshow.ca

Winter’s Here Are Your Pipes Ready?

pgavel — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:48:23 +0000

Freeze-Fighting Tips Can Avoid Burst Pipes and Expensive Damage

Toronto, ON (Grassroots Newswire) January 2010 — Remember the old adage that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure? It’s true of many things including winterizing your water pipes.

“Every year, according to the Insurance Information Institute, insurance companies pay out over $1.5 billion to property owners who report various weather-related disasters, including rupturing water pipes,” says Paul Gavel, owner of Canadian Leak Detection in Toronto. But if you follow some basic winterizing procedures, you can avoid both the cleanup and the cost.

Gavel offers these tips for protecting your pipes against the ravages of Old Man Winter:

Before freezing weather:

Advise all household members where the main water shutoff valve is located in case of emergency.
Make sure hoses are disconnected from outside faucets.
Make sure water pipes in unheated parts of your home, including crawl spaces, are insulated.
Seal all openings in the basement around the foundation, windows, and doors.
Pipes in your basement that are close to windows should be insulated.
Drain all underground irrigation systems.

During freezing weather:

If a water pipe freezes, NEVER thaw it with an open flame. You may start a fire! Use hot air from a hair dryer, the exhaust from a vacuum cleaner, heat lamps, heat tape, or electric heaters.
Make sure you heat all rooms of your house that have plumbing fixtures. Water pipes in unheated rooms are subject to freezing and could cause extensive damage.
If your sinks are on an outside wall, you can leave the cabinet doors open to allow the heat from the room to enter.
An incandescent light bulb can be used to thaw pipes slowly, by placing it next to pipes that are frozen (Be sure to keep the bulb away from combustible material.)
Keep meter box lids closed during winter months to prevent cold air from freezing the meter. (Dont remove snow if you dont have to. It helps insulate the meter.)
If you have experienced problems in the past during freezing periods and you have exhausted all other solutions, you can leave a trickle of water running from the faucet highest in the house. (This trickle should be a steady stream slightly larger than the lead of a pencil.)

In addition to these, Gavel encourages local homeowners to call their local water department if they need additional advice.

Canadian Leak Detection is known as a world leader in the detection of hidden water and sewer leaks. It uses advanced, sophisticated electronic leak detection devices to fix leaks for all kinds of water systems, Gavel said, adding that the company has found 5,148,480 leaks worldwide since 1974 and counting. Canadian Leak Detection’s primary commitment is to conserve water, the world’s most precious resource.

For more information or if you’ve experienced a leak, call the experts: 1-800-290-5349 or email us anytime at canadianleak@rogers.com.