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Thermal Imaging

Infrared Services of Michigan LLC

We can pinpoint and identify problem areas in flat and pitched roofs, residential and commercial moisture problems, air leakage and energy waste. Complete survey & written report or narrative and digital pictures provided.

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Plumbing

Plumbing Professors

The trained, drug-free, uniformed technicians are ready to handle all of your residential and commercial plumbing and sewer needs. No Overtime Charges EVER! From Drips to Drains, Sinks to Sewers, Call the Plumbing Professors.

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Insulation

Dana Energy Savers

Commercial & Residential specialist doing all forms of insulation and roof ventilation. Our highly trained crews and years of experience make us the insulation problem solvers.

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Hardwood Floor Care book

Nothing matches the warmth and style of a real wood floor.  You can keep it looking great with Glenn Haege's Complete Hardwood Floor Care Guide.  this book covers it all , from caring for new floors to cleaning, maintaining, and solving problems with your existing wood floors. It’s free!

 

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Publication date: 07/13/2010

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This natural solvent should remove stain from your siding

Dear Glenn: I recently applied Thompson's semi-transparent oil based stain/sealer to my deck with a spray gun. Unfortunately, I didn't have enough of the vinyl siding protected and the mist from spraying has gotten on the siding in several areas. Can you recommend a product that will take this off vinyl siding? Full strength Krud Kutter won't touch it. I do have a power washer but I'm thinking that won't touch it either. Any suggestions would be most appreciated.

James, Bay City

Dear James: I would try using Remove-It Citrus Spray Cleaner (item No. 414) by DeWitt Products, (800) 962-8599, www.dewittproducts.com. It is a natural solvent that is non-caustic, non-acid and non-corrosive.


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