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There is no such thing as a convenient plumbing problem.  In fact, such problems always seem to happen at the worst of times.  Thankfully, through professional plumbing services, almost any type of plumbing issue can be resolved in a timely and effective manner.  You can begin your search for  reputable professional plumbing services under plumbers Calgary, in your local directory or online.

Some people avoid hiring a professional plumber because they believe the services will be expensive.  Truth is, if a professional is not hired, the expenses of repairing plumbing issues will be more costly than the actual costs of hiring one.  Unfortunately, many people try to carry out plumbing services their selves.  They wait until it’s too late to realize that from the very beginning a professional plumber should have been hired.

The Plumber

The Plumber (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Whether it be preventative maintenance tasks or repair services it is important to hire a professional. Plumbing-related work should always be carried out by a professional plumber. It is also important to carry out everyday preventative maintenance by not allowing anything greasy to go down drains or be flushed down the toilet.

When it comes to hiring a professional plumber, it is important to check for credentials and licensure. The same holds true for servicing your furnace and hvac systems. Again, begin your search under hvac services Calgary, or your town. Furthermore, it is good to check with references who have used the contractor you have chosen, and neighbors to see who they have used and recommend. In doing this, you may also find out who to avoid. By doing your homework ahead of time, it becomes easy to find affordable and effective services.  It also means money won’t be wasted on services that have to be redone.

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Selecting A Moving Company

Aug-9-2013 By Barbara Zak

Moving can be a stressful time in your life. However, with the help of professional movers like those found at a Montreal moving company, the job can be a lot less stressful. When looking for a professional mover, there are several things that you will want to keep in mind.

English: Moving Company employees load a movin...

English: Moving Company employees load a moving trailer. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Before hiring a professional mover, get a list of recommendations. Friends and local real estate agents can give you a list of possible choices. You should also look in your local phone book. Once you have compiled a list of potential movers, go online and do a background check. Pay close attention to any negative reviews the company may have.

Next, dwindle your list down to three or four companies. Call each company and ask for an in-home estimate. Do not rely on estimates that may be listed online. When the company arrives to do the estimate, show them all the items that will be moved. If you fail to show them everything, you may be faced with a higher than expected bill. Ask what packing materials will be provided. After reviewing all of the estimates, select the moving company that best fits your needs. Be leery of bids that are significantly lower than others. Finally, ensure that the company you choose is fully licensed and insured.

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Lt: Harness Your #Social Power!

May-28-2013 By Barbara Zak

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Social Power for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

If  you want to be the change and make a difference now you can with Social Power.

Social Power is a new social platform that harnesses the power of social media to resolve everyday issues, both big and small. Social media is huge and allows us to connect and share photos, feelings, and ideas.

Now, Social Power takes social media one huge step further by harnessing the power-of-the-people to create meaningful long-term and sustainable change.

What  would you like to change? As individuals, our ability to impact is limited, collectively it’s enormously powerful – powerful enough to change and make positive changes that until now, we didn’t think were possible.

Social Power enables every individual to resolve issues that they never could have achieved alone. These resolutions can come in the form of a price reduction, a better product, service, or experience.

First you think of the most important, resolvable issues that affect not only you, but others as well. Then watch the video

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Once you share your issue on Social Power,  they  work to raise awareness for it in their social network, while you do the same in yours. When 1,000 people agree that your issue also affects them, Social Power turns that issue into an initiative. That is when things get exciting. Since, nearly every Social Power initiative is potentially resolvable, there will always be a person, board or governing body capable of creating a resolution.  Agents of Change are notified of an initiative they are capable of resolving.

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Once the Agent of Change proposes an acceptable resolution, it is offered back to the Social Power user base. These resolutions often come in the form of a price reduction, a better product, service, or experience.

It is happening everywhere, schools are closing, funding is not available, school levies often fail. There are teacher in-service days, and half days every month. Wouldn’t you like to have more say on when your child is in school and when they aren’t?

Here is the issue that I raised on Social Power http://socialpower.com/i/620/Public-schools-should-be-open-year-round-and-offer-night-classes-Instead-of-closing-schools-it-would-offer-more-flexibility-and-options.

Is Summer vacation too long? Would you like to be able to choose and schedule your school time off and vacations to fit the family schedule? Not everyone is ready to start their day at the crack of dawn. It has been determined that some people are more productive in the evening. So, why not keep buildings open and offer more alternatives and individuality to education? If you agree with me or have comments, like my issue on Facebook and Twitter and help make the change.

As you can see assembling a mass of people to rally for something doesn’t require a bull-horn and a soap box anymore. All it takes is an internet connection and the desire to create change, your change, any change or a Big change.

Social Power will be the media platform to make changes happen. They didn’t invent the phrase “power to the people” but they sure  are gonna stand with you on your issue. Their reason for being is to give us the tools we need to effect change. If you’ve ever felt like the voiceless victim of consumer injustice, now, through the ripple effects caused by social power and media influence, you’ll have the power to be heard.

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