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"Swirly Goodness" is coming to Blue Back Square!

Laurie Murray, West Hartford REALTOR West Hartford Real Estate Sales: Real Estate Agent in West Hartford, CT

Pinkberry Blue Back SquareWow! West Hartford is truly becoming the place to be for all things food and drink! Pinkberry Frozen Yogurt is the newest addition to West Hartford's long list of eateries (I was excited about Joey Garlics Pizzeria, but this is really fantastic!)

My first (and only) experience with Pinkberry was about a year ago in Washington, Pinkberry Fro-yoD.C. where we actually stumbled up this fro-yo delight. As their site proclaims, "Pinkberry is home to Swirly Goodness®". Inspired by European gelaterias and yogurterias, Pinkberry's distinctive yogurt flavors complement the fresh cut fruit and dry toppings that are available. The best part is that you get to create it yourself-- choosing from an array of yummy toppings. Their fresh fruit toppings are cut daily in every store and are never canned, frozen or sitting in water. Dry toppings range from creative to premium (from nostalgic Fruity Pebbles; to all natural, honey almond granola; to rich Belgium shaved chocolate) There are literally thousands of combinations so get ready to create your own masterpiece soon at Pinkberry in Blue Back Square (44 Isham Road, West Hartford).

Just one trip and you'll definitely be craving more... They'll be Swirling Daily
Sun-Thur 11 AM - 10 PM & Fri+Sat 11 AM - 12 AM. Need more details? Click here to become a Pinkberry Groupie!

Avoid These Kitchen Contractors in West Hartford, CT

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Avoid These Kitchen Contractors in West Hartford, CT – Connecticut

Avoid These Kitchen Contractors in West Hartford, CT – Connecticut

Your kitchen may be outdated, or you may feel as though you need something new and exciting in your Kitchen Remodelhome; either way, it is time to search for kitchen contractors in West Hartford. Finding kitchen contractors won’t be difficult, but determining which contractor you will hire for the kitchen remodel can sometimes be challenging. You want quality and craftsmanship in your kitchen, not a mess of mistakes attempted to be hidden. Unfortunately, there are many kitchen contractors that aren’t professional and can put you and your home’s value at risk. To avoid working with an unsafe kitchen contractor, follow these four steps, and feel confident that you will be working with a professional kitchen contractor.

1. Avoid kitchen Contractors who “can do it all”: Kitchen contractors shouldn’t claim to have the skills for any type of project in West Hartford. When they say, “I’ve done it all”, or, “I can do anything to a home”, red flags should start waiving. Contractors that make these statements often times finish kitchen remodeling projects with poor quality. Companies that focus specifically on kitchen remodeling will have the knowledge and quality craftsmanship to remodel your kitchen to your satisfaction.

2. Ask for Copies of Licensing and Insurance: Quality kitchen contractors will have copies of their licenses and insurance to show their clients in West Hartford. Asking a contractor if he or she is properly licensed and insured before remodeling your kitchen isn’t enough; you should have a copy of these files for your records. If the kitchen contractor is unwilling to provide this documentation, contact a different company in West Hartford to bid on your kitchen remodel.

3. Require Contracts When Remodeling Your Kitchen in West Hartford: There are many contractors in West Hartford that have good intentions when performing a kitchen remodel, but good intentions won’t save you from your kitchen contractor’s mistakes. You should have details about what your kitchen should look like when finished, the products to be used, the cost, and the timeframe for when the kitchen contractor will perform the remodeling service. If the contractor makes mistakes inside your new kitchen, you will want to have written proof to protect you. A handshake won’t always hold up in the court systems, so having a clearly defined and detailed contract that is signed by you and your kitchen contractor will be best. If a contractor offers to remodel your kitchen solely on trust and a handshake, you should consider finding a new kitchen contractor in West Hartford.

Kitchen Remodel4. Avoid Kitchen Contractors That Have the Lowest Price: Remodeling your kitchen will often times be a large investment, and it is well worth it. Understandably, the country is experiencing hard times and struggling so many people are looking for the best deals. But you shouldn’t base your decision solely on the cost of the kitchen contractors’ quotes. You are paying for quality materials, quality craftsmanship, and a qualified contractor to manage your kitchen construction project; all of them are well worth the money if done correctly. Kitchen contractors that are underpriced will not increase the value of your home. In fact, a contractor that underbids the kitchen remodel can leave you with a terrible remodel that lowers the value of your home, or putting you in a position to spend more money on having the project done correctly (most times by a different kitchen contractor). There are times when the lowest bidding kitchen contractor in West Hartford is qualified for the job, but usually not when they are significantly underpriced.

Finding top quality kitchen contractors for your remodeling project in West Hartford can be stressful. If you are considering a kitchen remodel, contact Maintenance Man. Maintenance Man helps homeowners in West Hartford, CT – Connecticut find quality, reliable, and safe home improvement contractors for many services. For more information about Maintenance Man, go to our website at www.ContractorInCT.com.

Dangerous Bathroom Contractors in West Hartford, CT

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Dangerous Bathroom contractors in West Hartford, CT – Connecticut

Dangerous Bathroom contractors in West Hartford, CT – Connecticut

Your bathroom may be outdated, or you may feel as though you need something new and exciting in your home; either way, it is time to search for Bathroom contractors in West Hartford. It is simple finding Bathroom contractors, but deciding which contractor you will hire for the bathroom remodel can sometimes be difficult. You want quality craftsmanship in your new bathroom, not numerous mistakes attempted to be hidden. Unfortunately, there are many dangerous Bathroom contractors that can put you and your home’s value at Existing Bathroom -Remodel Contractorsrisk. To avoid working with an dangerous bathroom contractor, follow these four steps, and feel confident that you will soon be working with a professional bathroom contractor.

1.Ask for Copies of Licensing and Insurance:Quality Bathroom contractors will have copies of their licenses and insurance to show their clients in West Hartford. Asking a contractor if he or she is properly licensed and insured before remodeling your bathroom isn’t enough; you should have a copy of these files for your records. If the bathroom contractor is unwilling to provide this documentation, contact a different company in West Hartford to bid on your bathroom remodel.

2.Steer Clear of Bathroom Contractors Who “do it all”: Bathroom contractors shouldn’t claim to have the skills for any type of project in West Hartford. When they say, “I’ve done it all”, or, “I can do anything to a home”, red flags should start waiving. Contractors that make these statements often times finish bathroom remodeling projects with poor quality. Companies that focus specifically on bathroom remodeling will have the knowledge and quality craftsmanship to remodel your bathroom to your satisfaction.

3.Request Signed Contracts When Remodeling Your Bathroom in West Hartford:There are many contractors in West Hartford that have good intentions when performing a bathroom remodel, but good intentions won’t save you from your bathroom contractor’s dangerous mistakes. Contract details should include the current and new bathroom layout, the products to be used, the cost of the project, and an approximate timeframe for when the bathroom contractor will perform the remodeling service. You will want to have written proof on a signed contract if thecontractor makes mistakes inside your new bathroom. A handshake won’t always hold up in the court systems, so having a clearly defined and detailed contract that is signed by you and your bathroom New Bathroom Remodelcontractor will be best. Contractors that offer to remodel your bathroom solely on a handshake should be disregarded, then you should consider finding a new bathroom contractor in West Hartford.

4.Avoid Bathroom Contractors With the Lowest Price: Remodeling your bathroom should be well worth the investment if done by a safe contractor. Because of the economic struggles many are currently facing, people are looking for the best deals, but your decision shouldn’t be based solely on the cost of the Bathroom contractors’ quotes. You are paying for quality materials, quality craftsmanship, and a qualified supervisor to manage your bathroom construction project; all these are well worth the money if done by a professional contractor. Bathroom contractors that are underpriced will not increase the value of your home. In fact, a contractor that underbids the bathroom remodel can leave you with a terrible remodel that lowers the value of your home, or putting you in a position to spend more money on having the project done correctly (most times by a different bathroom contractor). There are times when the lowest bidding bathroom contractor in West Hartford is qualified for the job, but usually not when they are significantly underpriced.

Finding top quality Bathroom contractors for your remodeling project in West Hartford can be stressful. If you are considering a bathroom remodel, contact Maintenance Man. Maintenance Man helps homeowners in West Hartford, CT – Connecticut find quality, reliable, and safe home improvement contractors for many services. For more information about Maintenance Man, go to our website at www.ContractorInCT.com.

Bring Your "Irene" Debris to the West Hartford Recycling Center this Saturday!

Laurie Murray, West Hartford REALTOR West Hartford Real Estate Sales: Real Estate Agent in West Hartford, CT

Storm Irene wreaked havoc on many property owners last weekend. As clean-up continues, keMap ofWest Hartford Recycling Center Locationep in mind that the West Hartford Recycling Center located at 25 Brixton Street will be open this Saturday, September 3, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Residents may drop off any storm debris free of charge. Proof of West Hartford residency will be checked. Call the Recycling Center at (860) 231-8100 if you have any questions about acceptable items.

Directions:

Go south on New Park Avenue from Flatbush Avenue (or north on New Park Avenue from New Britain Avenue) and turn onto Oakwood Avenue Extension. After the railroad tracks, take the first right onto Brixton Street. The West Hartford Recycling Center is on the left in an area enclosed by a chain link fence.

West Hartford has a Green Monster!

Laurie Murray, West Hartford REALTOR West Hartford Real Estate Sales: Real Estate Agent in West Hartford, CT

Green Monster Logo"Green Monster e-Cycling is committed to providing an environmentally responsible e-waste solution for you". This is the mission statement of "Green Monster e-Cycling", one of Connecticut’s first electronic recycling facilities. Founded in 2007,Green Monster had modest beginnings, working out of a garage in West Hartford. The facility headquarters is now housed in a 20,000 SF processing center, and services everyone from home users to Fortune 500 companies. Conveniently located at 150 Brook Street in West Hartford, Green Monster accepts "anything with a cord or battery", including:

  • TELEVISIONSGreen Monster West Hartford Map
  • COMPUTERS
  • MONITORS
  • PRINTERS/FAX
  • TONER/INK CARTRIDGES
  • WASHING MACHINES
  • DRYERS
  • DISH WASHERS
  • AIR CONDITIONERS
  • REFRIGERATORS
  • TELEPHONES
  • BATTERIES
  • ALL OTHER APPLIANCES
  • STEREO EQUIPMENT
  • MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
  • CABLE / WIRING
  • ALL TYPES OF MEDIA
  • IPODS / WALKMAN
  • VIDEO GAME CONSOLES
  • MAINFRAMES
  • SERVER RACKS
  • AND MUCH MORE

Green Monster promises:

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Some answers to frequently asked questions:

Q: When can I drop off my e-waste at Green Monster e-Cycling?
A: During normal business hours, currently Monday through Friday - 7:30am until 3:30pm And Saturdays 8:00am until 12:00pm. We are closed on Sundays.

Q: How do I know if Green Monster will accept my stuff?
A: We accept any items that have to do with electronics. If you can plug it in or it runs on battery
(or IS a battery), we will accept it.

Q: What is free to recycle?
A: Anything with a cord or batteries, Including televisions!
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Q: Will my hard drive data be destroyed?
A: Yes, GME offers Free Guaranteed Data Destruction at the Drop-Off center.

Q: How is the data on my hard drive destroyed?
A: Each hard drive is punched out and shredded.

Q: Are my electronics that I drop off getting sent to China or developing countries?
A: NO, electronics are processed in West Hartford at the GME Recycling Facility and with approved down stream vendors.

Q: Does GME put any electronic waste in the landfills?
A: No, GME has a strict Zero Landfill policy.

Q: Is there any limit to how much e-waste I can drop off?Green Monster - Mayor Scott Slifka
A: NO, you can drop off one piece or even a thousand pieces.

Q: Is GME for West Hartford residents only?
A: No, anybody from anywhere can use the free drop-off center.

Q: Is swapping electronic items allowed?
A: No.

Q: Does GME offer Guaranteed Data Destruction for business?
A: Absolutely, however, it is a pay service. Please inquire within for business data destruction.

Q: What are acceptable forms of payment?
A: We accept CASH or CHECK.

Q: Will you destroy my hard drive in front of me?
A: Yes, however, due to time constraints, there is a $20 fee.

Each year Green Monster has been able to at minimum triple the amount of electronics recycled, preventing toxins from making their way into our environment, as well as putting precious resources back in to use for newly manufactured products. So whether you are clearing clutter from your home to get ready to sell, or getting rid of leftovers from your tag sale, Green Monster is ready to help dispose of your electronics in an environmentally friendly way!