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AdamsComm, Inc. expands offerings for IT companies

photo of John Adams, president of Adams Communications
John Adams, president of Adams Communications

CARVER, MA…

AdamsComm, Inc., providers of sophisticated and agile IP telephone systems and technology, recently announced the creation of a special division to better serve IT firms. The Carver, MA-based firm created the division to develop partnership opportunities for IT firms that do not offer telecommunications services.

“There’s a natural overlap between a company’s computer network and telephones. That’s why some IT firms have started dabbling in offering telecom services as an extra. The reality is that telecommunications is a specialty that requires a certain level of experience and expertise,” said John Adams, president of AdamsComm, Inc. “Our IT division will act as the telecommunications arm for IT firms that don’t offer telecom. We can also provide a similar service for IT firms that do sell phones but might need a higher level of expertise for certain customers.”

In partnering with AdamsComm, IT firms can provide clients a wide range of products and services. AdamsComm offers customized design, implementation and support of IP telephone systems and applications, voice mail systems, call centers and infrastructure cabling for small-to-mid-sized businesses. With a savvy staff, the company has provided cost-effective communications solutions to a number of clients including Mutual Bank, Emerald Physicians and Rising Tide Charter Schools.

Located at 128 Main Street, Suite 11, in Carver, Massachusetts, AdamsComm, Inc. serves clients on the South Shore, Cape Cod, Greater Boston, and Metrowest. In addition to 24/7 on-call service, Adams can be onsite, as needed, within four hours.

For more information on the new IT division and AdamsComm’s services, you can call 508-866-4086 or visit www.adamscomm.net.

Adams’ Business Communications Solutions

AdamsComm, Inc. draws upon extensive knowledge and experience to provide both small and large businesses with state-of-the-art communication solutions. With more than 20 years of industry experience in solution design, implementation and support, Adams Communications capably assists clients with voice, data and fiber optic cabling as well as with carrier services and on-site staff training. All of the company’s technicians are factory certified, ensuring the highest level of support and service. Adams Communications is an authorized dealer for Allworx and Samsung Telecommunications Systems.

Headquartered at 128 Main Street, Suite D, Carver, MA. AdamsComm, Inc. is a member of the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce and The Better Business Bureau. For more information, visit the website at http://www.adamscomm.net or contact (508) 866-4086.

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SelecTech meets and exceeds new ESD workplace standards

Thomas Ricciardelli
Thomas Ricciardelli of SelecTech, Inc.

AVON, MA…

In 2014, the Electrostatic Discharge Association announced changes to standards for ANSI/ESD S 20.20 standard for measuring electrical conductivity and static charge generation in a workplace or factory. Earlier this month, SelecTech, Inc., a leader in the manufacture of innovative flooring products from recycled materials, announced that all its ESD products meet and exceed the new ESD standards.

“The reliance on electronics in the workplace since 2007 has grown substantially. Hence the greater importance of ESD flooring meeting the tighter scrutiny of these new standards,” said Tom Ricciardelli, president of SelecTech, Inc. “We applaud ESDA for coming up with tougher standards and are pleased that SelecTech still meets and exceeds those new standards.”

Overall, 10 changes and additions were made to the 2014 ANSI/ESD S 20.20 standards from the previous 2007. Some of those additions/changes include: Product Qualification Plan; Process Required Insulators; requirements for Isolated Conductors; new requirements to the qualification of flooring/footwear systems.

SelecTech offers anti-static flooring products, specifically its FreeStyle ESD products. This type of flooring is typically used by industries such as electronics manufacturing, communications, aerospace, biotech and healthcare where electronics and sensitive data must be protected.

In addition, all SelecTech flooring products are made using recycled material and are 100 percent recyclable. Utilizing a breakthrough interlocking technology, SelecTech products completely bypass the need for adhesives and floor prep to install or replace flooring. This dramatically reduces installation times because old flooring can be left in place and machinery and furniture does not have to be completely moved or removed for installation.

To learn more about SelecTech products, including the FreeStyle ESD flooring products, visit http://www.selectechinc.com.

About SelecTech, Inc.

SelecTech, Inc. was founded in 1993 with the mission of creating valuable products from scrap plastics. The company has become a leader in the manufacture of flooring products from recycled materials and uses one million pounds of recycled materials annually. Their products are made with up to 100 percent recycled content, are 100 percent recyclable and installed without adhesives making them some of the “greenest” and most cost-effective flooring products available. The unique interlock system on SelecTech’s flooring products enable them to be installed at a much lower cost, without a lot of costly downtime, which provides significant value to customers.

Using state-of-the-art technology and innovative product design, SelecTech created the top performing Place N’ Go residential flooring products, which are available at Home Depot. They are also the creators of the renowned commercial and industrial FreeStyle, FreeStyle ESD and StaticStop ESD flooring lines.

SelecTech is a vendor partner of Health Care Institute, an International Facility Management Association (IFMA) alliance partner. The company is headquartered at 33 Wales Avenue, Suite F in Avon, MA. For more information about SelecTech, visit http://www.selectechinc.com.

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What small business owners can expect from changes to tax laws in 2015

Paul Dion CPA
Paul Dion CPA

MILLBURY, MA…

You probably have heard the expression, “No news is good news.” As it pertains to tax changes for businesses, little news is probably also good news—and bad news.

“Right now, the changes for the 2015 tax year are few and relatively modest,” said Paul Dion, owner of Millbury, MA-based Paul Dion CPA. “While this checklist outlines important tax changes for 2015, additional changes in tax law are more than likely to arise during the year ahead.”

2015 changes are as follows:

The standard mileage rate will go up from 56 cents per mile to 57.5.

The Section 179 expense deduction for equipment purchases will be decreasing to $25,000 of the first $200,000 of business property placed in service in 2015.

For employee health insurance expenses, the dollar amount is $25,800. This amount is used for limiting the small employer health insurance credit and for determining who is an eligible small employer for purposes of the credit.

Finally, if you provide transportation fringe benefits to your employees, the maximum monthly limitation for transportation in a commuter highway vehicle as well as any transit pass is $130 (same as 2014). The monthly limitation for qualified parking is $250 (same as 2014).

“Planning is the key ingredient to tax preparation. The businesses that are handcuffed by tax payments are typically the ones who don’t plan far enough in advance,” said Dion. “Working with a tax professional year round not only helps you plan but prevents additional changes to the tax laws from sneaking up on you.”

For a free consultation and planning tips for the coming tax year, please call Paul Dion CPA at (508) 853-3292. For more information, you can also visit www.pauldioncpa.com.

ABOUT PAUL DION, CPA

Beyond simple “bean counting”, Paul Dion, CPA and associates work side by side and speak in common English to help clients fully understand their tax situation and take proactive steps to pay the least amount of tax legally allowed while minimizing the risk of an audit.  Clients save money and sleep well as night.

Business services include small business accounting, payroll, cash flow management, strategic business planning, new business formation, internet controls, QuickBooks, part-time CFO, bank financing, succession planning and non-profit organization direction.

For a free book, more information or a complimentary consultation, please visit www.PaulDionCPA.com or contact Paul Dion CPA, via Info@PaulDionCPA.com or (508) 853-3292.  Offices are conveniently located at 22 West Street, #6, (Felter’s Mill), Millbury, MA  01527.

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Lapels Dry Cleaning of Boston Seaport holds coat drive to benefit St. Francis House

Scott Goddess (right) of Lapels Dry Cleaning of Boston Seaport.
Scott Goddess (right) of Lapels Dry Cleaning of Boston Seaport.

BOSTON, MA and HANOVER, MA…

Lapels Dry Cleaning of Boston Seaport may have opened its doors at 415 D Street in South Boston a few months but it has not taken the dry cleaner long to open its heart to the local community. Case in point, Lapels Dry Cleaning of Boston Seaport recently kicked off a coat drive to benefit St. Francis House, a homeless shelter located at 39 Boylston Street in Boston.

“It’s winter in Boston and it’s cold. I can’t even imagine what it’s like to not have a warm place to stay and an adequate coat to wear,” said Scott Goddess, owner of Lapels Dry Cleaning of Boston Seaport. “The St. Francis House does wonderful work in providing a shelter, clothing and other services for the homeless. We’re hoping this drive can provide some warmth to as many of its residents as possible.”

Lapels Dry Cleaning of Boston Seaport will be collecting coats at its Boston Seaport location until January 31. The coats do not have to be cleaned to be donated. Lapels Dry Cleaning of Boston will take care of that.

Coats can be donated during store hours. Lapels Dry Cleaning of Boston Seaport is open Monday through Friday, 7 am to 7 pm; Saturday 8 am to 5 pm; and Sunday, 12pm to 3 pm.

“We take pride in the fact that our franchise owners are not only a part of the business community but make themselves part of the entire community they serve. Each year dozens of Lapels owners participate in clothing drives that generate literally tons of donations from our customers,” said Kevin Dubois, CEO of Lapels Dry Cleaning, which is based in Hanover, MA. “We applaud Scott and his team at Lapels Dry Cleaning of Boston Seaport and their effort on behalf of St. Francis House.”

In addition to providing food, shelter and clothing for the homeless, St. Francis House offers a number of other services. Those include: showers; medical care; legal assistance; mental health and substance abuse counseling; employment services; housing counseling; next step housing program; moving ahead programs; art therapy; pastoral counseling; and referral services.

For information about St. Francis House information, visit www.stfrancishouse.org.

For complete information on Lapels Dry Cleaning, please visit www.mylapels.com.

Lapels Dry Cleaning – Environmentally Friendly Cleaners
Each Lapels Dry Cleaning store offers a full slate of services, including: same-day dry cleaning; shirt service; tailoring; shoe repair; wedding gown preservation; suede and leather processing; box storage and fur storage. Lapels Dry Cleaning has stores in Arizona (Gilbert, Chandler), California (Poway), Colorado (Littleton), Connecticut (Cromwell), Louisiana (Monroe, West Monroe, Delhi, Rayville, Winnsboro), Massachusetts (Abington, Allston, Bedford, Boston, Brighton, Cambridge, Cohasset, Dedham, Easton, Framingham, Franklin, Hanover, Hingham, Marshfield, Natick, Needham, Newtonville, Norton, Quincy, Walpole, Westford, Westwood and Wilmington), Mississippi (New Albany), Missouri (Wildwood), New Jersey (Brick, Freehold and Verona), Ohio (Liberty Township), Oklahoma (Oklahoma City), Pennsylvania (Bloomsburg), Rhode Island (Lincoln); South Carolina (Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island, Surfside Beach); Texas (Austin, Bee Cave, Brownsville, Cedar Park). Additional locations are coming soon to Jacksonville, FL, Fleming Island, Tampa and Orange Park, FL, Boston Seaport, MA, Scottsdale, AZ, Yuma, AZ, Oxford, MS and Fulton, MS.

Lapels Dry Cleaning has been ranked in Entrepreneur’s 26th Annual “Franchise 500” as well as Entrepreneur’s “Top 50 New Franchises,” identifying Lapels Dry Cleaning as one of today’s top franchise opportunities. Entrepreneur’s “Franchise 500” is the best and most comprehensive rating of franchises in the world and is based on objective, quantifiable measures of a franchise operation.

Lapels Dry Cleaning corporate offices are located at 962 Washington Street, Hanover, MA 02339.

To learn more about franchise opportunities with Lapels Dry Cleaning, call toll free (866) 695-2735 or email sales@lapelsdrycleaning.com. Additional information and up-to-date company news can also be found on the company’s Web site, www.lapelsdrycleaning.com.

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Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro’s Warren Baker reappointed as trustee for South Shore Hospital Charitable Foundation

Warren Baker, Esq.
Warren Baker, Esq.

BOSTON, BRAINTREE AND QUINCY, MA…

Warren Baker, a partner at Quincy, MA-based Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro P.C. was recently reappointed as a trustee of South Shore Hospital’s Charitable Foundation. This marks seventh year Baker has served as a trustee for the Hospital’s Foundation.

In addition to being a trustee, Baker will serve as the co-chairman of the Foundation’s planning giving committee.

Baker is the leader of Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro, P.C.’s corporate practice, providing advice and counsel in the areas of business organization, tax, real estate, zoning and land use, estate and Medicaid planning, and intellectual property and licensing matters. In addition, he serves as corporate counsel to numerous business organizations of varying size and type, both profit and not-for-profit organizations.

Baker received his undergraduate degree, with distinction, from Cornell University and his Juris Doctorate from Boston University School of Law. He is admitted to practice in all state courts in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts, and the United States Tax Court. He is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association Business Law Section and a member of the Committee on Taxation. Mr. Baker is also a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.

About the Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro, P.C.

Founded in 1995, Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro P.C. is a full-service law firm located in Quincy committed to providing every client with personal attention and superior legal service at reasonable rates.

The firm’s attorneys provide legal advice and counsel to individuals, businesses and families throughout Quincy, Braintree, the South Shore and metro Boston areas.  Led by five partners with a combined 100+ years of experience, Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro’s 15 attorneys practice in the following areas: litigation, tax, trust and estate planning, real estate, zoning and land use, corporate law, finance, criminal defense, immigration law, election law, and divorce and family law.  Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro also offers a Speaker’s Bureau on topics of tax, estate planning, small business law and corporate law.

Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro, P.C. is headquartered at 300 Crown Colony Drive, Suite 500 in Quincy, MA.  For more information, contact (781) 848-9610 or visit their website at http://www.bbb-lawfirm.com.

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Apollo Safety launches Environmental Health and Safety Division

John V. Carvalho III
John V. Carvalho III

FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS…

Apollo Safety, Inc. a veteran-owned, Fall River, Mass.-based company specializing in safety products and services, recently announced the formation of an Environmental Health & Safety Division to better serve university, manufacturer, oil and gas refineries, life science, biotech and other large facility clients. The new division will feature extensive offerings as it pertains to gas detection equipment, maintenance and monitoring and compliance.

“Environmental Health & Safety departments at large universities, refineries, manufacturers, etc. have become more commonplace in recent years and that certainly is a step in the right  direction when it comes to the safety of residents, staff and visitors, ” said John V. Carvalho III, president of Apollo Safety, Inc. “Unfortunately, gas detection equipment, maintenance and monitoring are areas where these facilities are a bit behind and that’s where our new division can help.”

Apollo Safety’s offerings include a wide variety of portable and stationary gas detection systems suitable for large universities, including name brands like Industrial Scientific, RAE Systems by Honeywell, RKI Instruments, and GMI. Apollo Safety also offers portable gas monitors for rental at weekly or monthly rates. Rental equipment is calibrated to NIST standards.

In addition, Apollo Safety also provides on-site installation and training and 24/7 service. Apollo Safety technicians are factory-trained. In addition, Apollo offers its own proprietary training program, with five levels of certification.

“Apollo Safety technicians are factory-trained to keep gas-monitoring equipment compliant with OSHA, state and local regulations,” said Carvalho. “It is extremely important for facilities like this that house laboratories, dormitories and other areas of potential risk to have a trained professional inspect and service monitoring devices.”

Apollo Safety provides service in a “state of the art” in-house service center, as well as offering on-site support with factory-trained technicians for both portable and stationary gas detection systems. Apollo uses only factory-original parts for repairs and repairs are made exactly to manufacturer’s requirements. Apollo guarantees a 48-hour turnaround time with pre-approval, though 86 percent of all repairs are completed in five days or less. Software upgrades included with all repairs, if available from the manufacturer.

For more information on Apollo Safety products and services, please call 800-813-5408 or visit www.apollosafety.com.

About Apollo Safety

Apollo Safety has been serving the safety industry since 1995 and is an efficient, trusted company that minimized potential liability for its customers while ensuring a safer public.   Apollo Safety specializes in gas detection products and services for portable and stationary systems. That includes gas detector sales and support for most major brands of gas detection , manufacturers. Apollo Safety also provides service in a “state of the art” in-house service center, as well as offering on-site support with factory-trained technicians for both portable and stationary gas detection systems.

Veteran-owned, Apollo Safety, Inc. is trusted by facilities managers, building owners, landlords, universities, hotels, institutions, and government operations. Apollo Safety is a member of the National Safety Council, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Rhode Island Fire Chiefs Association (RIAFC) and the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts (FCAM).

Apollo Safety’s corporate headquarters is located at 57 Walnut Street in Fall River, Massachusetts—the company also has an office in Boston, MA. For more information on Apollo Safety products and services, please call 800-813-5408 or visit www.apollosafety.com.

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Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café Offers Financing Options for Kiosk Franchise

1Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut recently announced new financing options for the Between Rounds’ Kiosk franchise program.

Between Rounds’ co-founder and franchisor, Jerry Puiia, has secured three financing companies, Benetrends, FranchiseLeasing.com and The Stratford Group, to help new franchisees with financing of Kiosk operations.

According to Puiia, “Our reputation for offering fresh, high quality food at affordable prices is key, and when combined with a lower entry point for the potential franchisee and special financing options, it’s a win.”

Between Rounds franchised their first Kiosk store model in Tolland in 2013. That successful franchise, owned and operated by Sami Kahn, is located at 206 Merrow Road, at the Citgo Express Gas Station.

Between Rounds’ Kiosk business model is unique in that it enables convenience and gas station store owners to increase profits from their existing locations through repeat customers who not only purchase gas but also Between Rounds specialty coffee, fresh made breakfast and lunch sandwiches, fresh baked bagels and assorted bakery items.  Ultimately, store traffic increases and leads to additional sales from products that are already sold.

The Between Rounds Kiosk store has low start-up costs and requires an overall investment of approximately $120K for a standard store with no drive-thru.

He continued, “The Between Rounds Kiosk franchise opportunity has low start-up costs compared to similar franchises, and utility and facility maintenance costs are only minimally increased.  Best of all, we make it easy to operate and train existing staff using our detailed training guides and checklists.  Not only does an owner enjoy additional profits from their existing location…all those profits from increased sales stay in the owner’s pocket.”

For more information about the Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café opportunities, visit http://franchise.betweenroundsbagels.com.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. In 2013, the company was selected as a Military Friendly Franchise®, which places Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

 

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Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling Expands Geothermal Solutions for Nantucket residents and businesses

KCHC_Classic_WEB_Blue copyGiven the acceptance of geothermal in the marketplace and the newer technologies available, Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling of Nantucket has expanded their geothermal solutions.

Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling is the premier, certified geothermal heating and cooling system expert installer, as well as Nantucket Island sheet metal instructor, catering to many residential and commercial customers.

“With a geothermal heating and cooling system, homeowners can benefit from utility bills that are between 25 and 70 percent lower than conventional systems. Geothermal requires less maintenance, yet it provides higher levels of comfort year-round. Additionally, it’s environmentally responsible,” said Kevin Conrad, owner.

A geothermal heating and cooling system is unlike conventional natural gas or oil systems. It takes advantage of the earth’s consistent temperature by way of geothermal heat pumps, which move heat from the earth to the home via electricity.

With geothermal, there are no carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide or hydrocarbon emissions. Geothermal zoned heating provides superior comfort, and geothermal central air is twice as efficient as conventional central air systems.

High Quality Equipment and Expert Installation

Using special software and computers, Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling designs each system for a home or business.  The geothermal HVAC equipment manufacturers that Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling use are the best available, to ensure that the system will provide low impact comfort for many trouble free years.

The company has a full sheet metal shop on premise to fabricate custom ductwork for any installation.  Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling ducts are custom ductwork, which increases return on investment. Proper insulation is key, particularly in stately homes to ensure heat/cool air doesn’t escape, and Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling applies energy efficient insulating spray foam to all applicable areas.

Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling offers comprehensive preventative maintenance, which includes an annual system tune-up and on-call 24/7 emergency service.

Conrad continued, “Geothermal heating and cooling saves money as well as preserves Nantucket’s pristine environment. It’s a winning combination.”

About Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling

Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling has been serving Nantucket residents and businesses since 2004.  A fully licensed, insured and certified HVAC contractor, Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling is recognized by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and Dun & Bradstreet (D&B). They are members of the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce.

Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling provides equipment, installation and service for air conditioning, oil and gas boilers, humidification systems, heat pumps, geothermal heating & cooling and ventilation systems. The company also provides duct cleaning, self-learning thermostats and sheet metal fabrication.

Renowned for their expertise, high quality products and world-class customer service, Kevin Conrad Heating & Cooling is trusted by many islanders and numerous businesses. They service and install the largest and smallest systems on the island. The company’s founder, Kevin Conrad, was born and raised on Nantucket and understands the unique needs of customers living 30 miles off the mainland. For more information, visit the website at www.conradhvac.com.

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Winters Plumbing Pros Offer Tips to Prevent Pipes from Freezing

wintersVans1With artic temperatures and extremely low wind chill this week, Winters Home Services, an award-winning provider of plumbing, heating, cooling, and air quality services to residents throughout the greater Boston area, shares tips on how to prevent pipes from freezing.

“Pipes get cold, and they need warmth just like we do. Homeowners should properly insulate them and take steps to avoid pricy disasters,” explained Tim Flynn, owner of Winters Home Services.

Here are a few tips from the Winters plumbing pros:

The pipes under the kitchen and bathroom cabinets are usually not insulated, but those areas are considered “cold space”. Be sure to open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to allow warm air to circulate around the pipes. (Remove any hazardous household cleaners when leaving doors open, so children and pets do not have access to them.)

Turn on your water taps in the kitchen and bathrooms to a slow drip/trickle, as this prevents the pipes from freezing.

At night, leave your thermostat set at the same daytime temperature.

The basement, attic and garage are unheated areas where water supply lines may be located. These pipes need to be insulated in order to prevent them from freezing. There are specific products that may be found at most home improvement stores such UL-listed “heat tape” or a “pipe sleeve” which may be used to protect exposed water pipes. In a pinch, you can also use layers of newspaper to wrap the exposed pipes to protect them during freezing temperatures until you can properly insulate them.

“By taking these measures to prevent your pipes from freezing, your water and heating bills may be slightly higher this month, but you’ll have avoided a very costly repair job due to frozen or burst pipes,” noted Flynn.

If your pipes do freeze, you can safely treat them by applying heat to a section of pipe using a hair dryer on the pipe or by wrapping an electric heating pad around the pipe. Or, instead wrap towels soaked in hot water around the pipe. Turn the tap on while you apply the heat, so as the water starts to flow, it will further help melt the ice in the pipe. Never use any sort of open flame or open flame device to defrost the pipes.

If you need guidance or service for frozen pipes, contact the Winters team at 617-776-5950.

About Winters Home Services

Founded in 1994, Winters Home Services is an award-winning service company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in plumbing, heating, cooling, drain cleaning and air quality services. Offering the first-to-market CarePlus Home Monitoring Program and lifetime guarantees on many of their services, the company focuses on high quality workmanship and consistent world-class customer service. Winters Home Services promises to fulfill the needs of every customer with a sense of urgency, ensuring comfort, safety and well-being.

Winters Home Services is one of the largest residential plumbing companies in the greater Boston-area with a large fleet on the road and a full staff of licensed and insured plumbers and technicians.  Dedicated to supporting the community, Winters is a sponsor of the Duckling Day Parade annual Mother’s Day event and a partner of the Friends of the Public Garden, a non-profit organization that works to protect and improve Boston’s first public parks: the Boston Common, Public Garden, and Commonwealth Avenue Mall. The company is an ongoing supporter of events at Club Café. For more information, call 866-482-7586 or visit wintershomeservices.com.

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