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Consumer Services, Home & Garden

For Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Services in Tujunga CA

$59 Cash Special for Sewer Cleaning in Bel Air CA
This applies solely to residential stoppages.
We don’t go through roof vents. This is a very real way to make roof leaks but an powerless way of clearing stoppages.
Clean-outs must be readily accessible. We can not place our plumbers in hazardous positions.
(Yes we can clear that Sunday or Saturday stop-up so you don’t have to drop work).
stoppage must be fixable by cabling way. Cost doesn’t include hydro jetting and or other advanced technique.
Conveniences of Properly Installed Clean-Out

May prevent flooding inside home.
Closer to back-up with fewer turns gives the cable added power for greater cleaning.
No untidy drain machines and cables inside your home place.
Lower “per stop up” cost.
Easier to find the drain line.
Makes stoppage accessible with Large-size blades and cables.
Enables accessibility for jetter if needed.
Hydro Jetting Service

Hydro Jetting, also referred to as “high pressure water jetting”, utilizes powerful amounts of water pressure to remove dirt, grease, scale and build-up within sewer lines. Hydro Jetting cuts tree roots unlike mechanical rooting that only cuts a blockage hole. The high water pressure is so powerful with hydro-jetting that it entirely cuts and removes debris from the drain pipes. It is then washed away leaving your pipe lines clean and as new for a years. Hydro-Jetting has the power to burst trough and open the toughest blockages and at the same time scours the full diameter of the pipe, flushing debris and leaving sewer lines clear. There is no more desirable way to get your pipes draining as well as the day they were installed, short of replacing them in full.

For Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Services, Call Richards Rooter and Plumbing at
1-800-420-2003

 

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Consumer Services, Internet & Online, Small Business, Transportation & Logistics

Parcel2Go Helping Small Businesses to Beat Royal Mail Price Increase

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Small firms feeling the squeeze following the Royal Mail’s decision to increase the price of first and second class stamps at the end of last month are being offered a helping hand by Bolton-based online parcel delivery firm Parcel2Go.

The company says businesses and individuals can try to beat the Royal Mail price increase by becoming Parcel2Go users and benefitting from the vast range of reliable and cost-effective UK express delivery solutions available through the website.

With just a few clicks of a mouse, customers can order delivery services from some of the world’s major courier companies such as FedEx, Parcelforce and Yodel. Changes to the way Royal Mail prices parcels means people will be better off sending any consignment weighing more than 750g through Parcel2Go.

Parcel2Go’s marketing director Richard Mercer said: “We understand how much pressure consumers and small businesses are under at the moment, which is why we are urging people to see if they are able to get a better deal on their package deliveries through the Parcel2Go website.

“Our quick quote function makes it simple and extremely fast to get a price for a delivery, but that simple move could result in a sizeable saving. What’s more, because we only deal with the world’s top courier firms, individuals and businesses always know their consignments are in safe hands.”

Convenience matters to everyone, which is why the Collect+ services available through Parcel2Go have become so popular. Customers not able to meet a courier to pick up their package can choose instead to drop it off at one of the 3,000 corner shops and convenience stores in the UK that make up the Collect+ network.

“Convenience, speed, reliability and affordability are what we’re about,” said Mr Mercer. “We’re calling on everyone affected by the recent Royal Mail price hike to see if they could save, and get a better service though Parcel2Go.”

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For further information contact:
Les Yates
Marketing Executive
Telephone: 08713 308066
Email: l.yates@parcel2go.com
Website: http://www.parcel2go.com

Art, Consumer Services, Entertainment, Internet & Online, Music, Travel

Authentic Cuba Travel Offers Incredible Access with their Havana Jazz Festival Tour

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About the Festival

The 28th Havana Jazz Festival, or Jazz Plaza 2012, is sponsored by the Cuban Institute of Music and has been organized by world-renowned, 7-time Grammy winning musician Chucho Valdes. This year’s festival will run from the 20th to the 23rd of December and will take place at a number of locations in the historic Cuban capital. The tour itself spans from December 16th to December 24th.

Visitors and guests will find that the Havana International Jazz Festival is an event that no jazz lover should miss. In the past, the festival has played host to such talents as Dizzy Gillespie, Ronnie Scott, Luis Monge, The Ronnie Mathews Trio, and many more. In addition to global talents, you will find that the festival brings out Cuba’s finest jazz bands and soloists. Whether you want to experience the main performances or to enjoy the late night jam sessions between artists, you may wish to book your travel now, as festival tours are selling out quickly.

Visitors will find that live music and excitement will be on offer at venues throughout the city. The festival allows you to experience some of the world’s most amazing musicians while taking in the splendor of locations such as Karl Marx Theatre, Mella Theatre, Casa de la Cultura de Plaza, Palacio de La Rumba, and Casa del Alba. The festival is a unique opportunity to experience jazz music on the very island where it has its roots.

The Tour Experience

By booking a Havana Jazz Festival tour with Authentic Cuba Travel, you will get much more than just the chance to hear some of the world’s most remarkable jazz musicians. The tour will take you to some of Havana’s most important and historic locations, including a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You will also receive full access to all of the festival’s concerts, including premium seating at both the opening and closing ceremonies.

Booking a tour with Authentic Cuba Travel allows you to truly see why Cuba is one of the most remarkable islands in the Caribbean. While US-Cuban diplomatic relations are strained, relative isolation has helped keep the island authentic and provides a more genuine Cuban experience for travelers who have the chance to visit. Your tour itinerary will offer the chance to see the best that Havana and Cuba have to offer, including the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Cienfuegos City, Old Havana, Viñales Valley, and Trinidad. You will also get the opportunity to attend the shooting of the 9 O’Clock Cannon, a historic tradition that dates back to the 16th century, when a cannon shot was fired to signal military men to retreat from their positions and was later used to signal the close of the city walls during colonial times.

Literary and history buffs will also have the chance to experience the world as Ernest Hemingway did during the many years that the island served as his home. You will get the chance to explore Hemingway’s long-time home of Finca Vigia, where the writer spent more than two decades. You will also get the chance to tour the fishing village of Cojimar, which served as the inspiration and backdrop for Hemingway’s famed novel The Old Man and the Sea. In the village, you will find a bust of the author commemorating his impact on the village and its economy. Hemingway, like many visitors to Cuba, was renowned for his appreciation of fine Cuban cigars, and your visit will offer you the chance to tour the famed Partagas Cigar Factory, which has been in operation since 1845.

Hemingway isn’t the only local celebrity that plays a role in your tour experience. When you book with Authentic Cuba Travel, you will have the opportunity to rub shoulders and engage in conversation with many of the island’s most remarkable artists. Festival goers frequently get the chance to meet many of the performers, and your tour includes the opportunity to enjoy a lunch hosted by Jose Fuster- one of the island’s most renowned painters and ceramists. You’ll also get the chance to enjoy a private meeting with world famous architect Miguel Coyula during your visit to the Scale Model of Havana. Coyula is also Havana’s city historian, and his knowledge and appreciation for the city are certain to provide you with a deeper love and appreciation for Havana.

A Havana Jazz Festival Tour with Authentic Cuba Travel offers the chance to experience all of this and much more. A detailed itinerary leaves no stone unturned, providing beautiful accommodations and the chance to explore much of what makes Cuba one of the most amazing and enthralling travel destinations in the world. From breathtaking castles to the Jazz Festival itself, your tour creates an experience unlike any other.

Why Authentic Cuba Travel?

While there are a number of agencies that offer travel and tours in Cuba, very few give visitors the chance to see the more authentic side of the island. Tourist resorts certainly have their own appeal, but what makes the island special is its incredible history and culture. Authentic Cuba Travel works to ensure that visitors to Cuba leave with a real sense of what makes the island and the Cuban people so remarkable. Tours are created in close collaboration with both educational and cultural organizations in order to give a more authentic experience, and the result is a richer, truer Cuban travel experience.

To book a space with the Havana Jazz Festival Tour, contact Authentic Cuba Travel. Site visitors will find a detailed itinerary of events and attractions, as well as more information about the festival and the island itself. American travelers will also find a detailed page of frequently asked questions about legal travel to Cuba. With many new travel categories currently being offered to American visitors, those who qualify for travel to the island currently have the chance to enjoy the musical and historical tour of a lifetime. Authentic Cuba Travel works hard to bring you the most comprehensive and authentic island experience, and you will find that the 2012 Havana Jazz Festival Tour is no exception!

Contact Details: Authentic Cuba Travel
108 Earl Place
Toronto ON M4Y 3B9 Canada

877 280 2054 Toll Free North America
647 351 8191 Toronto and International

416-966-4987 Facsimile
director@authenticubatours.com Email
www.authenticubatours.com Website

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Art, Business, Consumer Services, Internet & Online, Retail, Shopping

New StuffAlert Website and Improved eBay Alert Service Launched by SonicZero Limited

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SonicZero London, England 31st May 2012 is pleased to announce the successful launch of its new upgraded website and improved email eBay alert service that helps increase the probability of buyers finding exactly what is being searched for on eBay.

eBay buyers have been using StuffAlert to locate hard to find items on eBay since 2007. Now, as well as setting up alerts when no matching items are found, users can create email alerts where up to 25 items have been found. A complete record of all the items found matching users searches is automatically created and available to users on the website.

With StuffAlert users can quickly and easily search eBay and set up email alerts for the items they are looking for. StuffAlert continues to search eBay all day everyday and automatically sends email eBay alerts notifying users of new listings with direct links to the item on eBay. Users can manage all their eBay searches and alerts in one place with no cap on how many alerts can be set up and with complete control over email alerts.Passwords are encrypted so only users know what searches they have set up.

“The decision to upgrade the service was made in response to users requests and coincided with a decision to get eBay approval to increase the frequency of our automatic eBay searches. The result has been to deliver more frequent and consistent eBays alerts to our users who in turn are successfully completing more transactions” stated Rene Bachman, Managing Director of SonicZero.

StuffAlert currently works on iPads and other similar tablet devices and should be accessible via smartphone later this year. It is available to eBay buyers using the US and UK eBay marketplaces. Plans are already underway for StuffAlert to be rolled out to other English speaking countries in the forthcoming weeks.

eBay buyers whether newcomers and seasoned users interested in learning more about StuffAlert’s eBay alert service can visit the website (http://www.stuffalert.com) or for more information Contact Us.

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Consumer Services, Internet & Online, Shopping, Transportation & Logistics

Provide rapid parcel delivery options and reap the benefits, says Parcel2Go

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Businesses should look to offer customers a wide range of rapid delivery options if they want to maximise sales opportunities, according to online parcel delivery specialist Parcel2Go.

The Bolton-based company has advised online retailers of all sizes to ensure that they have a variety of solutions available, including next-day, 48-hour, Saturday morning and overseas delivery options. Customers who receive their goods quickly are more likely to leave a positive review of their experience, and new research has shown just how important positive feedback is to UK businesses.

Parcel2Go marketing director Richard Mercer said research carried out by social commerce firm Reevoo had highlighted how much online shoppers value reviews from other customers, and therefore the importance businesses should place on boosting service levels.

He said: “Managing customer orders quickly and efficiently once they have been submitted is critical to the smooth running of any retail company, and research has shown the value that shoppers place on having access to cheap and fast delivery services. It’s common sense that they want to receive their items as soon as possible.

“Companies should capitalise on this and make sure that delivery options from the leading firms that people will recognise and trust, such as Parcelforce and FedEx, are easily accessible through the site at the point of sale. If customers receive their products quickly and in top condition, then of course they’re more likely to leave a positive review of their experience.”

Reevoo’s survey found that 88 per cent of the 1,000 customers it questioned said they either “sometimes” or “always” consulted reviews before heading to the checkout.

As well as offering domestic and international freight delivery options from the UK’s top couriers, Parcel2Go also provides customers with a parcel tracking facility, so consignments can be monitored no matter where they are in the world.

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Apparel & Fashion, Consumer Services, Internet & Online, Retail, Shopping

Top Brand Clothing and More on a Budget from Top Stores with New DiscountVouchers.co.uk Deals

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Money off leading brands for May and the summer can be had this week thanks to new deals introduced online by voucher codes website DiscountVouchers.co.uk. The deals specialist offers consumers savings at over 800 of the country’s leading names, with this week’s discount codes on show being for the likes of Marks and Spencer, Matalan, The Body Shop and Virgin Wines.

New clothing and top brand wine for the summer and beyond can be saved on using the latest choice of deals available on the DiscountVouchers.co.uk website this week. Marks and Spencer is one of the most popular names in UK retail and shoppers can this week get new Marks and Spencer voucher codes for saving there – deals to be had right now include 50% Off Louis Chaurey Champagne – For a Case of 6, Save 25% When You Buy Any 2 Cases of Australian Wine (Cases of 6) and Mix & Match – 2 Women’s Tops for £8.

More great brands can be had on a budget this month thanks to new DiscountVouchers.co.uk deals for stores like Matalan, The Body Shop, Virgin Wines and more. Shoppers can download a choice of new Vouchers this week which includes offers like Women’s Summer Essentials From £3 at Matalan, EXCLUSIVE Buy 6 Bottles of Wine + Get 6 Free plus 2 FREE Crystal Glasses. Now ONLY £47.44 at Virgin Wines and 25% OFF Bath & Body Products at The Body Shop.

Doug Scott, managing director of DiscountVouchers.co.uk, says, “Making the most of a budget remains as important as ever for UK consumers, so we’re pleased to be able to help them out right now. Money off at M&S, Matalan, Virgin Wines and The Body Shop can really help people to get more for their money this month.”

DiscountVouchers.co.uk offers consumers money saving deals at major high street brands and specialist retailers, including stores like Tesco, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury’s, Travelodge, First Choice, lastminute.com and Boden.

For more information visit www.discountvouchers.co.uk

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Apparel & Fashion, Consumer Services, Deals, Food & Beverage, Internet & Online, Retail, Shopping

DiscountVouchers.co.uk Sources Deals for Money Off at Pizza Express, Debenhams and More

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Leading online voucher codes specialist DiscountVouchers.co.uk has sourced new deals redeemable at Pizza Express, Debenhams, Clarks and more to help UK consumers save this May. The site has published the new online vouchers among its deals redeemable at over 800 famous name stores and restaurants.

Getting hold of some new items from top name stores for May and the summer is now more affordable thanks to DiscountVouchers.co.uk offering deals redeemable at Debenhams, BT, Clarks and more. The DiscountVouchers.co.uk website is the place to go to download new money off coupons offering deals such as a £25 Sainsbury’s gift card when you buy BT Broadband online, 20% Off Selected Outdoor Toys at Debenhams and Free Delivery & Returns at Clarks.

Pizza Express is one of the most popular names in UK dining, with restaurants all over the country – and this week sees DiscountVouchers.co.uk home to bargain deals redeemable there. The latest choice of Pizza Express vouchers on show this week includes great value eating out deals like 2 for 1 + Pizza – perfect for treating the family or a loved one right now.

Doug Scott, managing director of DiscountVouchers.co.uk, says, “Taking the family out for a great pizza meal this month need not cost the earth thanks to our new deals. Savings on dining out, plus money off at stores and suppliers like Debenhams, Clarks and more, can be a real helping hand to consumers’ budgets right now.”

DiscountVouchers.co.uk offers consumers money saving deals at major high street brands and specialist retailers, including stores like Tesco, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury’s, Travelodge, First Choice, lastminute.com and Boden.

For more information visit www.discountvouchers.co.uk.

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Automotive, Consumer Services, Internet & Online, Transportation & Logistics, Travel

New Car Rental Offers from 121carhire.com Offer Summer Holiday Savings

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121carhire.com – the dedicated car hire booking website – has this week announced a choice of new prices designed to help tourists rent a car for less on summer holidays this year. As many people get set to head to the beaches of Greece and Spain, the website is offering new savings with collections available at local airports.

The beaches and resorts of southern Spain remain a hugely popular draw with Brits, and 121carhire.com can this year help people stretch their holiday budgets thanks to new deals. UK tourists love the Mediterranean climate thanks to it offering guaranteed sunshine and great beaches, and travellers heading there can currently book car hire from only £9 per day*.

Tourists around the UK trust the 121carhire.com brand to help them save money on car hire wherever they may be travelling to. If people are planning family holidays on the beaches of the Greek Islands this year they can enjoy trips on a budget thanks to new Corfu Airport deals starting from just £16 per day**.

Michael Bond, spokesperson for 121carhire.com, commented: “At this time of year many people’s thoughts turn to getting away for a family holiday and some sunshine, and we can get them the best value possible car hire deals. By logging on to our site people can save money on car hire to get better value for money on any trips to Spain, the Greek Islands and more this year.”

To search for and book the best value summer car hire deals visit www.121carhire.com.

*Price correct for rental collected from Malaga Airport on June 13th, returned June 20th 2012, subject to change.

** Price correct for rental collected from Corfu Airport on June 13th, returned June 20th 2012, subject to change.

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Consumer Services, Internet & Online, Retail, Shopping, Transportation & Logistics

Don’t Get Caught Out When Sending Parcels To The Relies Down Under, Says Parcel2Go

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Online parcel delivery specialist Parcel2Go has reminded anyone planning on sending parcels to relatives or friends living in Australia that shipping goods with a reliable courier company is essential if they want to ensure their package will arrive in one piece.

Australia and New Zealand have become massively popular as destinations to relocate to with Brits of all ages. A survey conducted by research firm YouGov last month found that Australia was the number one destination for Brits considering a move abroad, with the United States and Canada taking second and third place respectively. More than two-fifths (42 per cent) of the 1,650 UK adults polled said they would “seriously consider” leaving Britain, while 6 per cent of respondents said they were actively making plans to leave the country.

With an increasing number of people looking to stay in contact with friends and relatives outside the UK, Parcel2Go’s marketing director Richard Mercer has highlighted the importance of using a reliable courier when shipping abroad, and also checking that parcels are safely and securely wrapped before they’re sent off.

He said: “With the UK officially back in recession and what seems like more tough times ahead for people in the UK, it is no surprise that the prospect of a move Down Under seems particularly appealing. We just want to remind people that know someone who has taken the plunge and relocated, to take every care to ensure their overseas packages get to Australia safe and sound.

“Using one of the cheap international delivery services available through Parcel2Go makes sense for anyone looking for speed, reliability and value for money. People must also do everything they can to wrap their packages properly and prepare them for a journey of 10,000 miles or so.”

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Consumer Services, Financial, Internet & Online

Paydayloansavailable.com Aiming to Decrease Application Times

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Paydayloansavailable.com is the latest online payday lender to have adapted an online lending portal to service UK residents who may be in need of an unsecured lending facility. With the onset of broker style lending,  payday loans are now being processed online in the UK by many service providers using state of the art ‘’Pingtree” technology, working in unison with the UK’s leading payday lenders, and the application facility now being operated by Paydayloansavailable.com is certainly no exception.

The application harnesses secure technology to enable new and existing applicants to push their details through to a panel of lenders after submitting one application form online. The details are transmitted through to the lenders via the application and the subsequent decision is made by one of the chosen payday loan lenders. Jenny Davis, applications manager at Paydayloansavailable.com explained, ‘’we have decided to integrate a Pingtree style application within the site to give applicants a credible opportunity to access funds. The main advantage we have is that all of our applications are submitted to different lenders. The payday providers will then either accept the loan application based on the data that has been submitted, or it will be declined. Either way there is a reduced time implication which can only serve to benefit our customers”.

Online payday lenders are now entrenched within the UK’s unsecured finance sector and it is evident the increased competition has not always culminated in an improved service provided. But, Paydayloansavailable.com aims to at least serve their customers quicker than ever before, as well as giving them increased opportunity to secure short term, unsecured funding online. Jenny Davis added, ‘’there is still a real need in the UK for short term loans and unfortunately there is not the availability of funding through the mainstream lending channels. Whilst we do not condone irresponsible lending, it is important to acknowledge there is a need for credit and we hope to be able to provide an opportunity for finance”.

Paydayloansavailable.com is aiming to make an impact on the lending sector in the UK. Despite their relatively short time operating online, by implementing cutting edge technology into their service provision, they may well be making a positive statement of intent.

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