Clean reflection: A window washer cleans windows on the Sir Humphrey Gilbert building in downtown St. John's Wednesday. Temperatures hit 20 degrees Celcius or more in some places making for a nice fall day.
Blame the window cleaner...I could write two more Harry Potter books, reveals Scots author JK Rowling. Rowling told how she moved into the five-star city centre hotel in a bid to find some peace and quiet to finish her last novel. She said: "As I was finishing Deathly Hallows, the window cleaner came, the kids were at home, the dogs were barking and I thought I just can't write.
Las Vegas Window Cleaning Tip 1 – How to Know if a Company is “Legit": One good question to ask when you’re looking for a Las Vegas window cleaning company to use is “do they use their own window cleaning equipment”. Now, what I mean by their own equipment is: they shouldn’t be asking you to use anything. They should have their own ladders, their own tools, and they should have a company truck. They should be able to get there, to your house, get the job done, and be able to leave without using any of your things.
So, when they actually clean your windows and put the ladders up and and clean your screens, they’ll be able to have the right tools and do the job correctly. They COULD ask you to use some of your tools, but you probably won’t have the right tools to do the job properly. And so that’s how you can know if a window cleaning company is established, and if they’re legit they should have all the right tools, all of them on hand, and they should be able to get the job done quickly and efficiently. Fully professional and fully equipped is what you’re looking for when you’re trying to find a window cleaning company.
“Anyone living with cancer is fighting a tough battle,” says Shirley Perlinsky, owner and CEO of S&G Cleaning Services Corp. in Manville, “but women often find it even more difficult than men because they are expected to care for their own families while fighting for their lives. S&G Cleaning Services is a member of the Cleaning For A Reason Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing the gift of a clean home to women undergoing treatment for cancer. “Providing free cleaning services through the Foundation is a privilege, not a burden,” says Perlinsky. “It's our way of giving back to the communities we serve.” Women undergoing treatment for cancer are encouraged to apply for free cleaning by visiting the Foundation's website. “Friends and neighbors often bring food, but they don't usually offer to clean the house,” says Perlinsky. “All it takes is a few keystrokes, and we will provide free cleanings once a month for four months.” Cancer patients who receive the free service find it invaluable. “There are tons of cancer-research foundations. I need help with my house!” says one recipient, who chooses to remain anonymous. “I have three small children and have been taking chemotherapy for 19 months. This is a God-send to me!”
New 'Hot Wash' from Aquafactors: Although the use of hot water with water fed poles is gaining momentum for use on all kinds of surfaces, the mobile heating equipment available, over recent years, has sometimes proved to be more of a challenge... Outputs, flow consistency, control over temperature, fuel options, running costs and safety have been criticised. Price has also put most systems out of the reach of small window cleaning firms. After evaluating the market and spending some 800 hours of development, Aquafactors has introduced its own water heating system, in conjunction with Krueger, a leading British manufacturer of specialised heating systems.The 12Kw 'Hot Wash' is now claimed to be the most powerful in the market. It has a continuous flow rate of over 13 litres a minute to temperatures of 65°C, which gives enough output for two poles running at the same time; considered a 'first' for equipment of the type. The 'Hot Wash' has been designed to be highly controllable, efficient and cost effective with additional benefits such as a 'Froststat' and timed switch-on. There is also an integral diagnostic program.
The complete package can be supplied (and fitted) as part of an Aquafactors water fed pole system or retro fitted to competitors vehicles. Unlike some systems the 'Hot Wash' does not use a plate heat exchanger but a more efficient and effective heat storage system manufactured in top quality 316 stainless steel. This is powered by an Eberspacher Hydronic water heater which draws its fuel from the vehicle diesel tank. This combines to produce a water of consistent temperature even if the supply is interrupted or briefly turned off at the pole. Fuel costs are 40% lower than some heat exchanger systems and trials have shown an average consumption of just 0.65 litres an hour. Water temperature can be adjusted between 20 and 75°C and will remain within 11/2°C of the set temperature.
One of the great advantages of the 'Hot Wash' is the built-in winter 'Froststat'. This automatically cuts in at 2°C and diverts heat to a 2Kw matrix fan heater. This then blows warm air around the inside of the vehicle to prevent equipment freezing. The Aquafactors 'Hot Wash' is beautifully put together. The equipment meets a full testing protocol including a pressure test at over 7 bar. Servicing is minimal - every two years or 1000 hours, whichever is the sooner. There is a two year parts and labour guarantee excluding consumables. "The exceptional build quality, ruggedness, low maintenance and consistent performance makes the 'Hot Wash' easy to use whatever the weather conditions," says Aquafactors' Alan Matthews. "Satisfaction is guaranteed."
Specialist cleaning firm Sanitec Cleaning Services has been acquired by a former regional rival. Sanitec, set up by husband and wife team Nick and Jane Scrivens in St Faiths, near Norwich, has been bought by Essex based Monthind for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition has also seen the vast majority of Sanitec's 170 staff transferred to Monthind, with a very small number choosing to leave the business. Established in 1997, Sanitec offers a range of cleaning services including office cleaning, retail, window, carpet and computer cleaning. The acquisition follows a period of steep growth at Monthind, which now employs 1,000. Tony Clarke, managing director of Monthind, said: “We are delighted that this significant acquisition includes the 170 Sanitec employees who have chosen to come with Monthind as we expand our operation.”
Setting up home in Selby is now even easier thanks to Redrow. The stylish, affordable apartments at Debut at Selby are proving popular, particularly with first time buyers. And you don’t need to worry about budgeting for utility bills as gas, electricity and water charges, even the window cleaning, are included in a single monthly service charge."
It's been a decade since Darrell Miller created Storm Show Studios, an action-sports film company based in Jackson, Wyo. It's a small film company, but occasionally it crops up amongst the more mainstream ski films. How did you get started in this business? I started making movies in 1993 in a high school radio/TV class with my buddy Jeff Tibbitts. In 1999, Tibbs and I started a window cleaning company. We bought cameras and editing equipment with our earnings and started All World Video Production. We taught ourselves to film and edit but never went to film school. The plan was to make ski films, and it took off from there.
So let's accept a certain amount of danger associated with playing football. It is not the only dangerous job, and it is certainly not the only one that does not want OSHA or any other outside authority regulating what goes on between employer and employed. The only time this happens is when one side refuses to recognize the terms of reality, which is unfortunately rather common. The definition of that risk, though, must change with sane work practices. Window washing is dangerous, but acknowledging that doesn't negate the need for a safety belt, or to deny that the wind exists as a factor in the danger. This is what the NFL has in fact done towards the issue of concussions, first denying it, then acknowledging they exist but hiring two doctors whose opinions stood in stark disagreement with the weight of majority medical opinion. In short: no lasting effects, no damage, and thus no disability. Science!
Is Your Window America's Ugliest Window? Well, I got inspired to use this idea for ugly window problems. Wouldn't it be helpful to see the kind of problems people have with windows (You'd be surprised at some of the nightmares we see)? So here it is. You can submit your story and window picture and win a cash prize. Just like "America's Funniest Videos," you can win cash for sharing your window problems with us. And the best part of this contest is you don't have to live near Mr. Rogers Windows to participate. Anyone in any city is eligible to enter. And the ugly windows will be posted after each contest period of 60 days. You May Even Make it to the Ugly Window Hall of Fame! Be sure to give us a brief description of your Ugly Window so our judges will know your frustrations. Include your name, address, and phone number so we can contact you if you win. Every two months we will award a cash prize of $100 for the Ugliest Window. Winners will compete for the annual grand prize of a beautiful new replacement window from Renewal by Andersen and Mr. Rogers Windows. (No matter where you live).
Step-by-step guide to removing window film by Thom W. Conroy: Adding a window film to the windows in your home offers a number of advantages for a homeowner, but eventually the window film will need to be replaced or removed. Whether the reasoning is to make a change in design statement or simply because the window film is beginning to peel, removing window film can be a labor and time intensive effort. In short, the better the window film was applied initially the more difficult it will be to remove but there are a few basic tricks that can make the job less frustrating and enable success more quickly. In any case patience is key, as attempting to remove window film through the use of extremely aggressive measures will only serve to damage the glass beneath the film. In order to remove window film a homeowner must first assemble the necessary tools for the job at hand - a spray bottle filled with ammonia, a good supply of clean rags, a utility knife or razor scrapper and protective gear such as a respirator and goggles. It is important to realize that the vapor from ammonia when inhaled can burn the lungs, so special care must be taken to protect both the human respiratory system and the eyes.
The process to remove window film is very simple and little more than the display of common sense. First attempt to find a raised edge on the window film and pry as much of the film away from the glass as is possible using a fingernail. If no edge is available make one using a razor blade and then work your way out. Try to get as much of the window film removed in this manner as possible before proceeding to the next step. The final step for removing window film is to spray ammonia onto a warm window. First, place a line of rags at the base of the window to catch any run-off. This process is best done on a sunny day but if this is not possible you can heat the window first using a hair dryer. Spray the ammonia liberally onto the window film and let it stand for ten minutes and then attempt to peel the film away using a razor. While this may be difficult at first, with each application of ammonia the window film will begin to lift until it is all finally removed. To complete the job after the window film is removed simply clean the glass thoroughly with window cleaner and paper towels. Learn more about this author, Thom W. Conroy.
Robert Plant,– one-time Led Zeppelin singing legend and now respected solo artist – recalling his early days on the road with an obscure Sixties band called Listen. Little did he then know that it would create a strange link with his fellow Midlands rock star, Slade singer Noddy Holder. “Noddy’s dad was a window cleaner. He also used to be our roadie for a while. I could take a girl back from a gig with the sounds of buckets and ladders clanging on the side. Great romantic moments!” I’m sure that Noddy – or the girls concerned – couldn’t have put it better themselves.
Couple opens Fish Window: Lisa and Bob Tilzer, owners of Fish Window Cleaning, outside their Danbury office. The next time you reach for a paper towel to wipe the soap off your windows, you may want to reconsider, said Bob Tilzer, co-owner of Fish Window Cleaning, which recently opened at 70 West St., in Danbury. "Paper towels have lint on them, which leaves streaks. Instead, you should use lint-free towels," said Tilzer, who owns the business with his wife, Lisa. Fish Window cleans interior and exterior windows, storm windows, screens and mirrors, as well as chandeliers, ceiling fans, gutters, solar panels and skylights. The business was founded in Missouri in 1978 and has more than 220 locations in 40 U.S. states, including Wallingford and Windsor Locks. It's ranked No. 182 on Entrepreneur magazine's 2010 Franchise 500 list. Local customers include Chuck E. Cheese, Hilton Garden Inn, Sleepy's, Nico's Pizza & Pasta and Double Twister. "For cleaning taller buildings, we use a water-fed pole cleaning system, which is a series of poles that interlock and can reach up to 50 feet. It's faster and safer than using a ladder," said Tilzer, 56, of Danbury. Cleaning costs range from $85 to more than $1,000. Fish Window differentiates itself from its competition, Tilzer said, by holding weekly safety meetings for its cleaners. Topics include ladder safety, the latest updates on equipment and how to remove debris, paint, glue and hardwater stains from windows. Fish Window has been cleaning about 70 windows in the Danbury Fair mall for two years. "The glass has been there for almost 30 years and after they clean it, it looks crystal clear," said Sergio Gonzalez, account manager at Unicco Service Co., which manages facilities at the mall. Customer Barbara Adelizzi of New Fairfield uses Fish Window to clean the windows in her four-bedroom Colonial. "They did an excellent job," Adelizzi said. "They showed up on time, in a team, and with a team captain who introduced everyone to me."
Dundee author Neil Forsyth is celebrating a double success after Hollywood star Brian Cox (pictured) was announced to play the leading character in a new BBC Scotland radio adaptation of one of his books. The Dundonian actor will bring Bob Servant, a 64-year-old "former cheeseburger and window cleaning magnate," to radio for the first time. And the book's sequel, Hero Of Dundee, will be launched in November. Bob Servant — a gregarious wheeler-dealer and "self-proclaimed man of the people" — is the star of a series of humorous books by Neil. The book follows Servant's hilarious email correspondence with real-life online con artists and their promises of easy money, love and employment.
For Servant, however, this is just the latest chapter of a life not short in recognition. In the 1970s his window cleaning round was generally accepted as being the largest in Western Europe while his key role in Dundee’s Cheeseburger Wars of the 1980s saw him pushed to national prominence. With Servant defying medical opinion by the day, all bets are off for the man’s future direction.
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