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Groomathon to benefit Buffalo Humane…DirectBuy of Buffalo, Cheektowaga, to host pet grooming event on Saturday, Mar. 21

CHEEKTOWAGA, NY…

On Saturday, March 21, it will truly be a dog’s day at DirectBuy of Buffalo, located less than a mile from the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport at 4950 Genesee Street in Cheektowaga. At that time, the Park ‘N Bark van will be at the 4950 Genesee Street location to offer grooming services for the pets of DirectBuy members and the general public. All proceeds from the event will go to Buffalo Humane.

“Winter months are kind of a tough time for keeping your pets clean. You don’t want to wash them outside and unless you’ve got a dedicated area in your house for cleaning your pet, it means using one of your tubs or sinks,” said Mark Klinger, owner of DirectBuy of Buffalo. “By hosting this event, we’re providing a service for our pet-owning members and pet owners from the general public and we are raising money for a very worthy cause, Buffalo Humane.”

The pet-grooming event will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. as the Park ‘N Bark van will be in the rear of DirectBuy of Buffalo’s parking lot. While there is no charge to have your pets groomed, the recommended donation is $50-$100. One hundred percent of that money will be donated to Buffalo Humane (www.buffalohumane.org).

“We’re pet groomers by trade, but the reality is we’re pet lovers, too. An event like this not only gives us a chance to showcase our services while providing a nice service for fellow pet lovers, but it also raises awareness to the good work Buffalo Humane does — and you can’t put a price tag on that,” said Kacie Zglinicki, owner of Park ‘N Bark.

In addition to the Groomathon, Buffalo Humane will be showcasing pets for adoption between 1 pm and 3 pm. For more information on pet adoption, please contact Buffalo Humane at 716-862-9183.

To arrange for the grooming of your pet and to participate in this event, please call Park ‘N Bark Mobile Pet Grooming, 716-866-5525.

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, and accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from the manufacturer. Conveniently located at 4950 Genesee Street in Cheektowaga, New York, DirectBuy offers members a comfortable setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, you can call 716-684-1400 or visit

www.directbuy-buffalo.com.

About DirectBuy

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 700 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater Buffalo area since 2005. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. DirectBuy of Buffalo is one of more than 160 DirectBuy locations throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 716-684-1400, or visiting www.DirectBuy-Buffalo.com. 

To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuycares.com.

About Park N Bark
Park N Bark Mobile Pet Grooming is a pet grooming service that provides convenient, professional, door-to-door pet grooming. The Standard Spa Package rivals those of popular human spas, and can include any and all of the following: Nail Trimming; Ear Cleaning/Plucking; Luxury Bath and Massage (with specialized shampoo for skin and coat type); Conditioning; Drying; Breed specific haircut; Pad and feet clipping; Sanitary Clipping; Toothbrushing; Brushing; Bow or Bandana; and Cologne. For more information, please visit www.parknbark.vpweb.com/.

 

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No recession on love – Internet dating executives report increased revenues and membership numbers

NEW YORK, NY

When members of the Internet Dating Executive Alliance (IDEA) met last month at the Miami Internet Dating Conference (InternetDatingConference.com) the economy was a popular topic of discussion. Yet unlike the doom and gloom you might hear at conferences for any other industry, much of the talk centered on how numbers across the board are holding or are up for Internet dating sites– in spite of the economy.

Hitwise Competitive Intelligence reports that the Internet dating industry gained 12 percent more site visits in 2008 over 2007.  The peak period for Internet dating sites is November through Valentine’s Day each year.  Hitwise reports that the top 100 dating sites gained two percent more site visits for the three-month period of November 2007 to January 2008 versus November 2008 to January 2009.  Free dating sites gained 55 percent more visits in the same period. 

For example:

 

●        Plentyoffish.com – the top ranking free dating site – U.S. traffic is up 33% since August; two billion monthly page views.

●        Match.com – 22% more paying memberships in December 2008 vs. December 2007

●        PerfectMatch.com – Q4  2008 revenues increased 42% over the prior quarter.

●        WorldSingles.com – network of niche dating services that includes Arablounge.com, EligibleGreeks.com and IranianPersonals.com – 10% increase in sales from Q4 2008 compared to Q4 2007.

●        TogetherChrisitan.com – “paying sign-ups” increased 23.8% from August 2008 to January 2009.

●        Meet Market Adventures – activity-based social networking site – up more than 60% since August 2008, both in new member sign-ups and attendance for the site’s 200+ events.

●        WhiteLabelDating.com – vast network of niche dating brands – 23.25% increase in site traffic from August 2008 to present; 76.3% increase in membership over the last two months; January 2009 revenue 73.48% higher than August 2008.

●        EasyDate.biz – BeNaughty.com and 200+ dating brands – revenue is up 107% in 2008.  Revenue rose 18% from Q3 to Q4 2008.

●        SelectAlternatives.com – a network of 24 local city dating sites offered via alternative weekly newspapers – from August, 2008 to Jan. 2008; 3% increase in membership revenues, 9% increase in total unique visitors and 10% increase in total visits.

“If there’s one silver lining of a difficult economy it’s that it makes people take a step back and look at their lives. Many come to the realization they don’t want to go through life alone. Internet dating sites give them a viable and affordable way to find that special somebody,” said Mark Brooks, president of the Internet Dating Executive Alliance.

About The Internet Dating Executive Alliance (IDEA)

IDEA (www.internetdatingexecutivealliance.com) was formed by the editor of OnlinePersonalsWatch.com to help iDating executives talk directly with each other and share their thoughts on how to collectively improve the Internet dating industry. IDEA’s membership, by invitation only, consists of executives from a veritable who’s who in the international Internet dating world: eHarmony, Match, Plentyoffish, The Right One and Yahoo Personals. There are 226 members in all, over half of which are C-level or Founder level executives. 

About Online Personals Watch (OPW)

OPW (www.onlinepersonalswatch.com or www.opw1.com for short) is the daily news summary service for the Internet dating industry.

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First and Only FDA Approved Treatment for Eyelash Growth – Latisse is Now Offered through South Shore Skin Center

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South Shore Skin Center, one of the most progressive dermatology practices in Massachusetts with offices in Plymouth and Cohasset, has recently announced the availability of Latisse, the first and only FDA approved treatment to grow eyelashes longer, thicker and darker, made by Allergan.

South Shore Skin Center, catering to thousands of patients south of Boston, has been ahead of the curve when it comes to introducing the latest cosmetic dermatology products and treatments.

South Shore Skin Center is one of the first physician’s offices in the area to offer Latisse. Latisse treats Hypotrichosis, an inadequacy of the eyelashes, by increasing their growth with regard to length, thickness and darkness. It is available only by prescription. Cancer patients use Latisse to regenerate the eyelashes.

Latisse is applied once daily to the upper eyelashes. Patients can expect longer, fuller and darker eyelashes within four weeks, with full results in 16 weeks. Latisse is not meant to work in place of mascara.

Dr. Richard Eisen and Dr. Ramzi Saad, dermatologists at South Shore Skin Center can advise individuals whether or not Latisse is right for them.

Individuals who are interested in learning more about Latisse should contact South Shore Skin Center in Cohasset (781) 383-3340 or Plymouth (508) 747-0711.

“Latisse is a highly effective, unique product that is ideal for individuals with sparse eyelashes and for patients undergoing chemotherapy. It is a breakthrough beauty-enhancing product available only by prescription,” noted Dr. Saad.

South Shore Skin Center

Founded in 1984, South Shore Skin Center is one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services.

South Shore Skin Center’s cosmetic services include Fraxel re:pair and re:store; Gentle YAG, innovative Laser, IPL (Intensive Pulse Light), Thermage and treatments for age spots, acne scarring, birth marks, tattoos and more. The practice also offers a full range of affordable anti-aging services including Botox, wrinkle fillers, Microdermabrasion, laser skin resurfacing and chemical peels.

South Shore Skin Center offices are located at 223 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Suite 202 in Cohasset, Mass. (781) 383-3340, and 45 Resnik Road, Suite 102 in Plymouth, Mass., (508) 747-0711. For more information, visit their website at www.southshoreskincenter.com.

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Old Colony Elder Services Appoints Shawn C. Smith as Nutrition Director

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Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), a private, non-profit Aging Services Access Point (ASAP) located in Brockton, recently appointed Shawn C. Smith, a resident of Stoughton, as Nutrition Director.

Ms. Smith, a Registered Dietician, will oversee all aspects of the program including the nutrition staff, case managers, menu development, nutrition education, the Meals on Wheels Program and the congregate sites. Additionally, Ms. Smith will serve as dietician for Old Colony and the region it serves.

A graduate of Johnson & Wales University in Providence, RI, Ms. Smith holds a BS in Culinary Nutrition. She completed her dietetic residency at State University of New York at Stony Brook.

Previous to OCES, Ms. Smith was a Dietician at Coastline Elderly Service in New Bedford. Prior to that, she was an Executive Chef at Eatin’ Healthy Restaurant located in Quincy.

Ms. Smith is a member of the American Dietetic Association (ADA) and the Meals on Wheels Association of America (MOWAA).

She is a native of Southampton, New York.

“Shawn is truly dedicated and her wealth of knowledge and understanding of the comprehensive needs of seniors make her an ideal fit for our organization,” noted Diana L. DiGiorgi, Executive Director.

In addition to the Nutrition Program, OCES offers a number of programs to better serve seniors, families and caregivers residing in Brockton and throughout the Plymouth county area. The programs include Caring Homes and Enhanced Adult Family Care; Supportive Housing; Family Caregiver Support; Money Management; Protective Services; Home Care and more.

About Old Colony Elder Services

Incorporated in 1974, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) is one of 27 private, non-profit Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

OCES serves elders, their families and caregivers in the towns of Abington, Avon, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleboro, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Rockland, Stoughton, Wareham, West Bridgewater and Whitman.

The organization’s mission is to provide services that support the dignity and independence of elders by helping them maximize their quality of life; live safely and in good health; and, prevent unnecessary or premature institutionalization.

The agency has 130 employees and operates more than 12 programs serving elders, their families and caregivers. For more information call (508) 584-1561 or visit the new website at www.oldcolonyelderservices.org.

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MEDIA ADVISORY – Important Notice Concerning Recent Press Release Issued by InsuranceLeadz.com

GULFPORT, MS….

NAPAA has recently learned of a press release from InsuranceLeadz.com that it believes includes inaccurate information.  Specifically, the release states: “Allstate Endorses Fast Growing Lead Generation Company for Its Quality, Conversion Rates.”  NAPAA is not aware of any endorsement by Allstate, and it believes this statement was made in error by InsuranceLeadz.com. InsuranceLeadz.com is an affiliate of Cyber Technology LLC.

As the remainder of the press release states, NAPAA did recently enter an agreement to add InsuranceLeadz.com to its national leads source list.  However, NAPAA did not authorize, and had no prior knowledge of, this statement concerning Allstate.  Indeed, immediately upon learning of the statement, NAPAA’s Executive Director Jim Fish contacted InsuranceLeadz.com to ask that it take corrective action.

NAPAA does not make statements on behalf of Allstate.  NAPAA does not condone mistakes of this type, whether willful or negligent.  On the contrary, NAPAA finds such conduct irresponsible and unprofessional.

For more information on the National Association of Professional Allstate Agents, you can visit their Web site at www.napaausa.org or call (877) 269-3474.

About National Association of Professional Allstate Agents (NAPAA)

Based in Gulfport, Mississippi, NAPAA is a non-profit organization whose members are predominantly insurance agents under contract with Allstate. In addition to offering a variety of benefits and services, NAPAA further serves its members by acting on their behalf and speaking with a distinct and unfettered voice on a wide range of issues. To contact NAPAA, please visit its Website at www.napaausa.org or call (877) 269-3474.

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Why hockey is best viewed from a “man cave”…

VANCOUVER, COQUITLAM, VICTORIA, AND OKANAGAN, BC…

In your dad’s day, the stereotypical man’s domain, or “man cave,” was the workshop in the garage. Today, the man cave is often the basement den or office. When it’s time to watch the Canucks and the resident “caveman” wants to entertain other cavemen and their better halves, he’ll likely realize that his sanctuary might need a little upgrading. DirectBuy, the leading members-only showroom and home design center, has some pointers for making your man cave guest-friendly for the regular season and upcoming NHL playoffs.

“While being able to get away from the rest of the house and watch a game in peace may have been the genesis of the man cave, what might not have been taken into consideration initially was the desire to someday invite others to watch the game with you. And setting up a space fit for entertaining guests is something a lot of men may want some assistance with,” said Jade Allen, owner of DirectBuy of Vancouver.

So what items might today’s cave-gent need to complete the perfect indoor tailgate party?

  • Kegerator – a man-cave essential for a beer-drinking crowd
  •  Wide Screen TV with HD; surround sound speakers optional but highly desirable
  •  Sectional sofa to accommodate multiple visitors; reclining chair with cup holders for the host.
  •  Full-size built-in bar area or free-standing, mobile bar station
  • Tile or wood flooring that’s particularly resilient to potential spillage
  •  Pool table, air hockey or foosball for between-periods recreation
  •  Mini-kitchen with microwave to reheat buffalo wings.
  •  Home gym equipment—e.g. treadmill, elliptical—to work off the excess calories consumed during man cave weekend marathon.

DirectBuy offers nearly everything you need to create the perfect man cave no matter what your favorite sport might be at prices direct from manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. If you know what you want but don’t know how to pull it all together, DirectBuy also employs product specialists and professional designers well versed in the art of designing the perfect recreational space, while keeping you on budget.

Since 1971, DirectBuy franchises have offered members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by buying wholesale, directly from the manufacturer and their authorized suppliers. In addition, DirectBuy also offers members a Rolodex of installers, many of who are DirectBuy members, who can help members create their dream kitchen, bathroom or any other room in the house.

With four convenient locations in the greater Vancouver area (Victoria, Vancouver, Coquitlam, and Kelowna), consumers can enjoy a comfortable, country-club setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, visit www.DirectBuyBC.ca. 

About DirectBuy

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 500 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater Vancouver area since 1997. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable, country-club setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. The four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Vancouver area are part of more than 160 locations throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 604-552-5255, or visiting www.DirectBuyBC.ca. 

Locations of the four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Vancouver area are: DirectBuy of Vancouver, 2659 Lillooet St., Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 4P7; DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver, 91 Golden Drive Unit #1, Coquitlam, British Columbia V3K 6R2; DirectBuy of Central Okanagan, #5 2260 Hunter Rd., Kelowna, British Columbia V1X 7J8; and DirectBuy of Greater Victoria, 350B Bay Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8T 1P7.

To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuycares.com.

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Emmy Award Winning Anchor and Investigative Reporter Jonathan Hall to Emcee Boys and Girls Club Gala and Auction on March 7th

Marshfield native Jonathan Hall, the Emmy award winning journalist and investigative reporter for WHDH Channel 7 News Boston will be the Master of Ceremonies at the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield’s “An Evening of Stars” Gala and Auction on March 7, 2009 at the Indian Pond Country Club in Kingston.

 

Hall’s career began in Boston at WEEI Newsradio 590 as an executive editor and producer for which he won the Associated Press Award for WEEI Evening Review. He went on to become a writer for Newscenter 5 broadcasts and an Associate Producer for WCVB-TV Boston and then moved on to WMTW in Portland, ME and KMOV in St. Louis, MO before returning to Boston.

 

The Boys and Girls Club’s dazzling Gala and Auction will celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield and also serve as a major fundraiser. Approximately 350 people are expected to attend.

 

“We’re absolutely thrilled to have Jonathan Hall, who is extremely talented and who grew up in Marshfield, emcee our event,” noted Greg Jackson, Executive Director of the club.

 

During the evening, the club will honor former State Representative Frank Hynes and his wife Heather for their support of and dedication to the Boys and Girls Club and families in the area. The “Youth of the Year” will be announced and presented with a scholarship. Guests will enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, entertainment and a silent and live auction.

 

More than $40,000 was raised in support of programs for more than 4,000 youths in the area at last year’s Gala and Auction.

 

For more information about the Gala and Auction or to purchase tickets or donate an item to the auction, visit the website www.marshfieldboysandgirlsclub.com or contact Shawn Costa, Director of Development at the club (781) 834-CLUB (2582).

 

About the Boys and Girls Club

The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield’s purpose is to establish a safe haven for recreation, which includes a variety of supervised activities for greater than 4,000 youth (between the ages of 6 to 18 years old) within the town. The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield has five Core Areas: Character and Leadership; Education and Career; Health, Sport Fitness Recreation and Life Skills; The Arts; and Technology. These Core Areas serve as the foundation for all programming.

 

As a privately-funded, non-profit organization, the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield relies tremendously on the generous philanthropic support of individuals.  Financial gifts assist in providing the financial strength necessary to continue the club’s mission “to enable and inspire all young people to realize their full potential as productive and responsible citizens, as well as become tomorrow’s capable leaders.”

 

For more information about the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield, please contact (781) 834-CLUB (2582) or visit the website at MarshfieldBoysAndGirlsClub.com or write to the club at P.O. Box 311, Marshfield, MA 02050.

 

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Many returns on home improvement… DirectBuy helps consumers with home improvement projects that deliver the most ROI.

CHICAGO, GURNEE, HOFFMAN ESTATES, NAPERVILLE, TINLEY PARK, IL …

When you take on a home improvement project, your objectives are generally two-fold: 1. to enhance the quality of your life and; 2. increase the value of your home on the market. Yet which home improvement projects actually “pay for themselves” or increase the value of your home the most? DirectBuy, the leading home improvement and furnishings club with direct insider prices, offers some insights into the home improvement projects that deliver the most return on investment (ROI).

“Because of the soft real estate market people are staying in their homes much longer than before. Consequently, people are taking on more home improvement renovations to increase their enjoyment of their homes as well as increase the value,” said Jeremy Vest, owner of DirectBuy of DuPage County in Naperville.

So which home improvements projects do you have the best chance to recoup your investment? According to Remodeling magazine’s 2007 report, the home improvement projects you’re most likely to recover construction costs in a resale are:

●        Minor kitchen remodel (e.g. new cabinets) – 83 percent cost recouped

●        Deck addition – 85.4% cost recouped

●        Bathroom remodel – 78.3% cost recouped

●        Siding replacement – 83.2% cost recouped

●        Window replacement (vinyl) – 79.3% cost recouped

●        Attic bedroom remodel – 76.6% cost recouped

These numbers reflect a national average, with some home improvement projects coming in higher or lower in different parts of the country (e.g. in Chicago, siding replacement will recoup more than the national average; most likely the higher value of siding in a colder climate).

By enabling its members to buy directly from manufacturers at wholesale prices, DirectBuy gives consumers an even greater chance to recoup construction costs at the time of sale. Taking it one step further, DirectBuy also provides members with connections to contractors providing installation services, generally at a discounted rate between five and 20 percent, to improve even further the likelihood of recovering construction costs.

“When you take on a project in your home, it makes you feel like you’ve got more of a stake in the property. So, where before people would only make improvements to get a better price at resale, now they do it because it’s what they want in their home. That makes a big difference in how you view your home and your quality of life,” said I.J. Sell, owner of DirectBuy of Tinley Park.

Since 1971, DirectBuy clubs have offered members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by buying wholesale, directly from the manufacturer. With five convenient locations in the greater Chicago area (Chicago, Gurnee, Hoffman Estates, Naperville, and Tinley Park), consumers can enjoy a comfortable, country-club setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, you can visit http://www.directbuychicago.com/.

About DirectBuy

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 700 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable, country-club setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. The five DirectBuy clubs serving the greater Chicago area are part of more than 160 locations throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by visiting http://www.directbuychicago.com/. 

Locations of the five DirectBuy clubs serving the greater Chicago area are: DirectBuy of Gurnee, 4081 Ryan Rd. #107, Gurnee, IL; DirectBuy of Hoffman Estates, 2200 N. Stonington Ave Ste. 150 Hoffman Estates, IL; DirectBuy of Chicago North, 6325 Avondale, Chicago, IL; DirectBuy of DuPage County, 1864 Highgrove Ste. 136 Naperville, IL; and DirectBuy of Tinley Park, 18400 S. 76th Avenue Ste. B, Tinley Park, IL.

To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuycares.com.

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A biz opportunity too good to hide under the rug…Drysdale’s All-Natural Carpet Care offers start-up business package.

PEABODY, MA…

Looking to own a green business? Perhaps you just want to run your own business and make some green? Drysdale’s All Natural Carpet Care kills two birds with one stone, offering budding entrepreneurs the opportunity to own and run your own green carpet cleaning business for as little as $2,000–without any franchise fees or royalties.

“When I started Drysdale’s back in 1990, I didn’t know a thing about running a carpet cleaning business—even though I had two college degrees. Through trial and error, we not only developed a chemical-free way to clean rugs and carpeting, but a marketing and operational system to help budding entrepreneurs own and operate a successful carpet cleaning business,” said Dullea.

Since its inception in 1990, Drysdale’s All-Natural Carpet Care has made its name by cleaning carpeting and rugs without chemicals and superior customer service. That combination earned Drysdale’s a “Best of Boston” award from Boston Magazine, an A rating on AngiesList, a listing in the National Green Pages (the only carpet cleaning business in New England) and most recently inclusion in the McGraw-Hill book Build a Green Small Business.

For just $1995, Drysdale will provide prospective owners the equipment, supplies, training materials and the free backup technical and business assistance needed to run a successful carpet cleaning business. That includes The Challenger, the machine Drysdale’s uses to clean rugs and carpets without chemicals. There are no franchise fees, no royalties and no territories. You can even name your own business. Best of all, the business owner keeps 100 percent of the earnings.

And what type of earnings can a carpet cleaner expect to make? Depending on whether it’s a commercial or residential job, the hourly rate can range from $80 to $125 per hour. With the growing demand for “green” products and services, that rate has the potential of growing and growing.

“The best part about this opportunity is you can come from any walk of life and do this business and make it fit your lifestyle. You can clean the carpets yourself or hire staff. You can be the guy recently out of work who can’t afford a prolonged job search and just wants an income. You can be just out of school or a single parent who can only work while the kids are at school. Or you can merely be the person who’s tired of working for other people and wants to run his or her own show. This is your chance to start a business with a proven niche and track record for success for minimal dollars,” said Dullea.

In addition to cleaning all types of carpeting and rugs via a unique odorless,
low-moisture, natural process, you will also have the capability and equipment to offer other services to increase your marketability, including:

●        Upholstery cleaning

●        Cleaning of tile & grout floors

●        Polishing/refinishing of natural stone floors (marble, limestone,
and travertine)

●        Sterilizing of mattresses through the use of high-pressure, 300 degree
live steam (enough heat to destroy dust mite allergen)

●        Dustless sanding & refinishing of wood floors.

For more information about the business opportunity presented by Drysdale’s All-Natural Carpet Care, please visit www.carpet-cleaning-business.com or contact Mark Dullea at 617-242-9657 or markd@cybercom.net.

About Drysdale’s All-Natural Carpet Care

Drysdale’s All-Natural Carpet Care has been cleaning carpeting and rugs the chemical-free way since way back when Kermit the Frog was just a tadpole. In addition to cleaning all types of carpeting and rugs via a unique odorless, low-moisture, natural process, Drysdale’s also offers a variety of other services ranging from upholstery cleaning to sterilizing mattresses; cleaning tile & grout floors to polishing/refinishing of natural stone floors.

Drysdale’s All-Natural Carpet Care has been recognized by several reputable publications and organizations. That includes being a “Best of Boston” selection in BOSTON Magazine, maintaining a straight “A” rating on AngiesList and being the only carpet cleaning company in New England to be listed in the NATIONAL GREEN PAGES (a nonprofit) published by CoopAmerica (http://www.coopamerica.org). Most recently, Drysdales was highlighted in the McGraw-Hill book BUILD A GREEN SMALL BUSINESS, by Scott Cooney, as a national leader in more healthy home services.

For more information on Drysdale’s All-Natural Carpet Care and Drysdale’s Total Floor Care, visit (http://www.drysdales123.com). For details on the business opportunity presented by Drysdale’s All-Natural Carpet Care, please visit www.carpet-cleaning-business.com or contact Mark Dullea at 617-242-9657 or markd@cybercom.net.  

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