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Hardware Stores

ACE Hardware

With 4,600 stores in all 50 states and 60 countries, ACE Hardware has been known as the helpful hardware store for more than eight decades. More information can be found at www.acehardware.com

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Carpeting

Fairway Tile & Carpet

Best known for Enviro-Cushion, the waterproof, insulated carpet padding for basements, concrete slabs and over crawl spaces and garages. Fairway Tile & Carpet has one of Michigan's largest flooring collections including exotic hardwood, tile, fine carpeting, vinyl tile & sheetgoods. Expert installation.

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Roofers

Kearns Bros. Inc.

Experience counts! With over 17,200 roofs installed in Southeast Michigan, Kearns Bros. has the knowledge, experience and roofing system you need for your best and safest roofing choice. Serving Michigan since 1986.

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Roofing Replacement Guide

Replacing a roof isn't something a homeowner does that often.  Glenn Haege's Roofing Replacement Guide gives you the steps to follow in order to find a contractor, select the correct roofing materials and make sure that you are protected with the right warranty. It’s free!

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Publication date: 12/14/2010  Click here for a printer-friendly version Independent Window Repair can fix broken seals Dear Glenn: I have some Weathervane windows with broken seals. Since Weathervane has gone out of business, do you have a contractor who could replace the broken seals? Dear Anthony: Your problem is very common. Get in touch with Independent Window Repair, (866) 497-1919, www.iwrinc.com. They are a licensed and insured company that has specialized in fixing all types of wood window problems for more than 21 years. Note: This article was accurate at the date of publication. However, information contained in it may have changed. If you plan to use the information contained herein for any purpose, verification of its continued accuracy is your responsibility.

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