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Looking for Professional Headshots in CT?

1/18/2021

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Headshots Hero Provides Professional Quality Headshots throughout Connecticut

Headshots Hero has Portrait Studios in Connecticut.  Their first photography studio is located in New Milford, CT.  Their second studio is just about to be finished in Westport and they have a 3rd one that's actually outside of CT, located in White Plains, NY.

Headshots Hero does a lot more than just professional headshots for your corporation, business, employees, staff bios or social media presence!  They offer professional portrait services for actors, models, small businesses and more.

Visit their website at HeadshotsHero.com or give Peter a call for more information!
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Looking for a Competitive Wholesale Food Distributor in CT?

1/5/2021

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Meet Family Foods Wholesale, a Connecticut Food Wholesaler

Family Foods Wholesale isn't new to the Wholesale Food Distribution Industry, in fact they've been a large part of it for the last few decades.  They've earned their name through developing trust with local restaurants, non-profits, retailers, gift shops as well as small, medium and large businesses.

Family Foods Wholesale's new warehouse is located in New Milford, CT and has an on-site butcher so you can order wholesale poultry.  As a Connecticut-based Wholesale Food Distribution service they have a large service area which includes:
  • Fairfield County
  • New Haven County
  • Litchfield County
  • New London County
  • Tolland County
  • Middlesex County
  • Windham County

and more areas to come.  Have questions on which foods they supply?  Visit Family Wholesale Food's Website for more product information.  

Do you own a Connecticut Based Business?  Contact The Danbury Review to see if you qualify for an interview. 
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Looking for house painting services in West Hartford, CT?

12/7/2020

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KD Painting is giving CT a fresh look, one coat at a time...

Painting your office, room, or even your whole house could be a daunting task especially if you're doing it all alone. It can take you days and even months depending on the size of your project. Fortunately, you can hire a carpenter or painter to do this for you.

KD Painting is based in West Hartford, but they do cater to the whole of Connecticut. They offer various kinds of services such as interior painting, exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, wallpaper removal, commercial painting, kitchen renovation, and bathroom renovation. Not only does KD Painting focus on keeping their prices competitive, they also deliver quality service,  while finishing their projects within the given time period. Backed with 15 years of experience and a 2 year warranty, you can't go wrong with KD Painting to deliver and finish any painting or renovation projects with quality.

Ready to get started with your project? You can click here to get a free estimate from KD Painting's Website.

KD Painting
12 Crossroads Plaza #370111
West Hartford, CT 06137
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Looking for a Pilates Studio in Fairfield, CT?

10/29/2020

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Bells Pilates is The Best Private Pilates Classes in Fairfield, Connecticut

Welcome to The Danbury Review!

We recently interviewed Janelle Biggs of Bells Pilates in Fairfield, Connecticut, click here for their website.  They are one of, if not the only private pilates training studio's in Fairfield, CT.  She was a pleasure to talk to and has a unique approach when dealing with clientele

"My goal is to help reduce or eliminate pain in your body so you feel more comfortable and enjoy living. I work in conjunction with your other practitioners such as your physical therapist or doctor to come up with a plan together to help you get to a better place."

-Janelle Biggs, Owner
Bells Pilates
85 Mill Plain Rd
Fairfield, CT 06824

Pilates Classes in Fairfield, CT

Finding a Pilates Class in Fairfield, CT is easy.  Finding the right Pilates Instructor in Fairfield is hard.  Every Pilates instructor is different.  You might have found a decent Pilates Class near by, but they are doing advanced reformer moves while you’re looking for Pilates for beginners.  At Bells Pilates we work in and around your injuries or limitations.
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Is your spinal stenosis acting up?  We’ll select pilates exercises that don’t aggravate your pain and instead help to alleviate it.

Learn more about Bells Pilates.
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Looking for a Gym in Southbury, CT

2/14/2020

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Strongtown Fitness is Southbury's #1 Gym!

I sat down with Dan at his gym in Southbury, Connecticut last week to understand the bold claim that "Strongtown Fitness is Southbury's #1 Gym!"  Apparently if you're looking for a gym near Southbury, CT this is the place to go.

Apparently I was right.  As I sat down with Dan at Strongtown Fitness located on 1432 Old Waterbury Rd in Southbury, CT I noticed something different than any other gym I've been to in the past.  I heard talking...

People were actually talking to one another.  It wasn't the awkward gym setting with people with everyone having their headphone in and scarcely even making eye contact.  I realized then, that this gym was something special.  It was less of a gym, fitness center or health club and more of a community.
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More than a Health Club, Fitness Center and Exercise Classes!

I figured that maybe the people in here were just friends and joined together.  Then I noticed a new person "dropping in" for an exercise class come into the gym.  Immediately, everyone wanted to know who he was and where he was from!  Dan told me that the community aspect of CrossFit Strongtown is why people stay with their newly adopted healthy habits.

If a customer was to choose between your gym and 3 other gyms in Southbury, Oxford or Middlebury - Why Choose You?

Dan, the owner of Strongtown Fitness explains:

We have a lot of competition nearby.  Our biggest competition is actually the big box gyms like Planet Fitness, Fitness Edge and since there's a Planet Fitness right on Main St South - it's hard to get people to try a free class here.

Once people try a free class, they realize what they've been missing!

We just need to get people in the door.  Sometimes people see our photos of "ripped" women or buff guys lifting heavy weight and get intimidated.  They think that they'll get hurt...  Which they won't.

I asked why not?  Isn't it more dangerous to lift heavy weight?

Dan replied:  

It's only dangerous to lift heavy weight with bad form.  Heck, it's dangerous to do anything with bad form, but at our gym - no matter what fitness class you take - a coach is watching you.  Our coaches are keeping you in line, working out with the right form.  They check to make sure your back is in proper alignment during exercises like the squat, deadlight and power clean.  We also check to make your knees are in the correct position during workouts.

It sounded like Dan could talk about correct workout form for an eternity!
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How does your Free Fitness Class Work?

I've taken free exercise classes before so I explained to Dan that there's always a catch when you sign up for a free yoga class, free personal training session, free gym pass or something along those lines.

Dan let me know that they offer a 100% Free, No Obligation, Class to either their CrossFit Classes or Academy Classes by simply going to their gym website and scheduling a time to attend.

He also explained that trying a gym class isn't like sitting down a personal trainer.  "We're not going to be selling you a expensive membership!  You're going to figure out after one class if this is the right place for you to get in shape or not".

Where your Gym Located Located?

Strongtown Fitness
1432 Old Waterbury Rd
Southbury, CT 06488

Phone: (475) 559-2286

Who is CrossFit Strongtown For?

Dan explained that many people assume that they need to get in shape before going to a CrossFit gym, but in fact it's much the opposite.  When people get in shape by themselves they often establish very poor movement patterns which can actually lead to injury.

CrossFit Strongtown has something for everyone:
  • Youth Exercise Classes
  • Tween Exercise Classes
  • CrossFit Classes
  • Academy Classes (no weights)
  • Personal Training
  • Competition Classes

It's for people who want to...
  • Get in shape
  • Lose weight
  • Get more energy
  • Stay injury free
  • Tone and Trim
  • Put on muscle
  • Lose Fat

Strongtown Fitness is Southbury's #1 Gym because it's not just a place to lose weight, get healthy or get in shape - instead it's the place to all that and more while making friends along the way!
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An Interview with Prolifogy Software & Consulting

1/5/2020

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Prolifogy Software Development and Consulting

We recently interviewed Cory P, a code review expert and President of Prolifogy Software & Consulting located in Danbury, CT.  Prolifogy is located in Danbury, but works with clients throughout the country.

Prolifogy Software & Consulting is a team of industry leading experts that provide software consulting services including:
  • Source Code Review
  • Fully Customized Corporate Training
  • Project Management
  • R&D
  • Subject Matter Expertise
  • Application Development
and much more!

About Prolifogy

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Prolifogy is a software consulting firm who also helps with application development.  Their team is comprised of industry-leading software experts who have decades of eduction and real world experience.  These experts put their decades of knowledge to work by providing custom-designed software that's uniquely fitted for your needs.

Prolifogy Software Development Consulting Services works with businesses of all sizes and shapes.  They've worked with small to large businesses in over a dozen industries including:
  • Healthcare
  • Research
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Marketing
  • Legal
  • Mobile wireless
  • Big Data
  • Software
  • Food and Beverage
  • Pharmaceuticals
​and much more.

Contact Prolifogy

The Prolifogy Office is located at:

Prolifogy Software & Consulting
100 Mill Plain Rd #3fl
Danbury, CT 06811
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(855) 776-5436
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Looking for a Gym in Danbury, CT?

12/3/2019

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CrossFit 203 of Danbury is your friendly neighborhood gym

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I recently interviewed Melissa and Kirk Reed, the owners of CrossFit 203 of Danbury to find out why their gym in Danbury is so popular.  I might have to take them up on their Free Trial Class too!  

There's a big difference between most gyms in Danbury, CT and CrossFit 203 of Danbury.  For example the Fitness Edge of Danbury is where most people to go not to work out!  They pay their $20 membership and head to the gym when they feel motivated.  At CrossFit 203 of Danbury it's not just a gym to belong to so you can say you "I belong to a gym".  CrossFit 203 of Danbury is a community of people who have made their fitness a priority in their lives.

They have many different kinds of classes including Bootcamp Style Fitness Classes that involve no barbell work and are an excellent way to get in shape without lifting the heavy weights that CrossFit is known for.  CrossFit 203 of Danbury also has endurance classes that involve a ton of different endurance based exercises without the heavy weight lifting.

If you're into the heavy weight lifting they have an Olympic barbell class that meets weekly!  The most popular classes at the gym are their CrossFit Classes.  They have a healthy schedule of class times that is convenient for the working families.

CrossFit 203 is located in Danbury, Fairfield County, Connecticut at 16 Beaver Brook Rd, Danbury, CT 06810.  You can find their gym on the map below.

The Best of Danbury, CT - Featured CrossFit 203 of Danbury

We were recently featured in The Danbury Review's Best of Danbury in 2020!  Best of Danbury, would you believe that?  It's awesome to be able to update this article to include that.  There's been many great articles, such as this Tree Service Article, or a cute article about our friend's gym in Southbury.
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Looking for Marriage Counseling in Westport, CT?

7/22/2019

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Mel Schwartz - Marriage Counselor and Therapist in Westport CT is interviewed by our Westport Review Team!

We recently expanded outside of of the Danbury area into Fairfield, Westport and Norwalk.  This week we interviewed Mel Schwartz, a Marriage Counselor out of Westport, Connecticut.  He really impressed us with his professional accomplishments and the fact that he was featured on a Ted Talk! 

Mel talked to us about many different things, but most importantly we interviewed him about his therapeutic services.  Mel Schwartz offers a variety of different therapies including:
  • Couples Counseling
  • Divorce Transition
  • Pre-Marital Counseling
  • Parenting
  • Family Counseling
  • Individual Issues
  • Overcoming anxiety or depression
  • Creating Authentic Self-Esteem
  • Mentoring Adolescents and Young Adults

You can contact Mel Schwartz Marriage Counselor directly at 203-227-5010 or look at his website.
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Mel Schwartz and his Therapeutic Approach:

I find that being wed to a single therapeutic approach—psychoanalytic, Jungian, or cognitive behavioral therapy, for example—would be limiting. I tailor my therapeutic engagement in a more customized, bespoke way by integrating multiple disciplines, which provide me many tools in my toolbox. I trust that we’ll find the most effective method for you early in our work together. My perspectives have been very greatly influenced by innovative thinkers from outside of my field. My orientation is toward systems thinking, philosophy, and the emerging sciences, which allow me to facilitate cutting edge methods into my practice.

I don’t diagnose my clients other than for insurance requirements. Diagnosing tends to turn people into objects, We all struggle at times and I resist the practice of labeling and pathologizing people. My intention is to connect with empathy yet offer insight, and guidance when helpful. I invite you into a co-participatory yet compassionate process and help clarify and facilitate your path forward. I use all of the skills, experience, and knowledge available to me to ensure that you’ll achieve your goals.
I believe in everyone’s potential and devote myself to helping people manifest their possibilities. My work isn’t truly work—it’s my most passionate calling. I am proactive and share any part of my own journey that may be helpful in assisting others.

Unlike many therapists, I don’t simply focus on your childhood and past. Although we need to appreciate and frame your life experiences, I focus more on providing you with the tools to become the master of your life. Freeing yourself from the experiences and imprint of your past is altogether achievable.
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If you have a goal you wish to achieve and have the willful intention to do so, there’s no reason we shouldn’t succeed.

Westport's Premier Marriage Counselor - Mel Schwartz

Mel Schwartz - Marriage Counselor and Therapist in Westport CT
246 Post Rd E Suite 275
Westport, CT 06880

Helpful Links:
Mel Schwartz, Marriage Counselor in Psychology Today
Mel Schwartz, Marriage Counselor at Good Men Project
Mel Schwartz, Marriage Counseling at The Couples Expert

Wrapping the Interview up with Mel Schwartz

Our Westport Interviewing team was super excited when they got back to the office after sitting down with Mel Schwartz for an hour on that Thursday afternoon.  One thing that they learned more than anything else was how to put things into perspective.  Interviewing Mel Schwartz Marriage Counselor was like interviewing a professional athlete, but of the mind.  He had so many tips, tools and tricks that he shared with our team that we are forever thankful for his time and energy!

Contact Mel Directly at 203-227-5010.
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Looking for Landscaping in Newtown, CT?

6/27/2019

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Newtown Landscaping Pro is interviewed by The Danbury Review!

This week we interviewed Newtown Landscaping Pro located in Newtown, Connecticut.  They have been in business for the last 3 years and work with over 30 homeowners across Sandy Hook and Newtown.  Newtown is the biggest town in Connecticut in terms of acreage!  Chris the owner of Newtown Landscaping Pro tells me that they haven't scratched the surface when it comes to how many clientele they provide property maintenance for.
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What kinds of Lawn Services do you offer in Sandy Hook?

In both Newtown and Sandy Hook we offer a complete variety of lawn services for your every need including:
  • Property Maintenance
  • Lawn Mowing & Edging (think about that weed whacker you used to own)
  • Spring & Fall Clean Ups
  • Bed Mulching
  • Bed Maintenance
  • Pruning of Shrubs and Small Trees
  • Hedge Trimming
  • Weeding
  • Aeration & Overseeding
  • Tree Removal (dead tree removal - we are not a tree service -if you need a full fledged tree service in Newtown try The Newtown Tree Service)
  • Grass Trimming
  • Landscape Design
  • Patio Design
  • Backyard Design & Installation
  • Hardscaping
  • Sod Installation
  • Brush Removal
  • Mulching & Edging (similar to bed maintenance)

Do you Offer a Free Estimate on your Lawn Care Services in Newtown, Connecticut?

We absolutely do!  Free Estimates is the name of the game for growing our Lawn Care Company.  We offer a 100% free and non-obligatory estimate on any lawn related service that you need.  One of our crew will come to your home to look at the lawn work that needs to be done.  You'll get an estimate on the spot for said lawn work and if you'd like to think about it - just give us a call.

We never employ high-pressure sales tactics to get you to buy.  That's the wrong way to do business.  We're in the business of creating relationships, not trying to make a quick buck.  So get a few estimates and get to meet other landscaping companies to see which one you'd like over your home.

You can visit Newtown Landscaping Pro's website at www.newtownlandscapingpro.com or give them a call directly to get your free estimate at: 
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Looking for Landscaping or Lawn Care in Kent, CT?

6/27/2019

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We Interview Kent Lawn & Landscaping from Kent, Connecticut.

Today I met with David from Kent Lawn & Landscaping in Kent, Connecticut to learn about his new lawn care business.  David is a younger guy who's been working his tail off for a larger company for years.  David's father works for the landscaping company as well.  His whole family depends on having enough work to put food on the table.

The problem is - sometimes there isn't enough work.  

David decided to start Kent Lawn & Landscaping that focuses on providing quality lawn services to the homeowners in Kent, Connecticut.  The lawn services he offers includes:
  • Lawn Mowing
  • Spring & Fall Clean Ups
  • Bed Mulching & Bed Maintenance
  • Pruning/Hedge Trimming
  • Weeding
  • Aeration/Overseeding
  • Tree Removal
  • Grass Trimming
  • Landscape Design
  • Patio Design
  • Backyard Design & Installation
  • Hardscaping (for that outdoor fireplace your husband always wanted!)
  • Sod Installation
  • Brush Removal
  • Mulching and Edging
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What's the difference between your Lawn Care Company and other Landscapers in Kent?

The biggest different between Kent Lawn & Landscaping and other lawn care companies is our attention to detail.  We're a newer company and looking to make a name for ourselves.  Every single blade of grass is perfectly cut to make sure your lawn looks amazing.  The next time that you have your friends over your house we expect that they'll be asking you who does your lawn care.  

That's how our business will grow!  Quality work breeds quality referrals - that's how I look at it.  

You can visit Kent Lawn & Landscaping's website at www.kentlawnlandscaping.com or call David directly for a free quote on your next job at 860-265-4742.
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Looking for a Tree Service in Fairfield, CT?

6/26/2019

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MR. Tree Service of Fairfield, CT 06825 offers Affordable Tree Removal!

I met with Mr. Tree Service of Fairfield which is located in Fairfield Connecticut in the Fairfield County area and talked about his new tree service.  He recently moved up Fairfield Connecticut after running a successful tree company in Naples, FL for 25 years.  One thing that separates his Tree Service Company from the other companies around the Fairfield area is that he's 100% lisenced and insured.  

Many homeowners don't realize that after Hurricane Sandry ripped through Connecticut that everyone had a get rich quick scheme of becoming a tree service.  Many regular contractors with little to no experience felling trees became "tree services" and got into tree work.

You can visit his website at www.treeservicefairfield.com or give him a call directly at 203-242-7510.
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Do you do Tree Removal in Fairfield, Connecticut?

Removing Trees is one of our specialties.  We have a highly trained and experienced tree cutting crew that handles tricky removals from many homeowners throughout Fairfield Connecticut.  Doing a tree removal yourself is one of the most dangerous things we see people do.  

​Take tree removal seriously and hire a professional!

Does your Tree Company do Tree Stump Grinding?

Tree Stump Grinding is one of our core services at Mr. Tree Service of Fairfield because after you cut down a tree you'll still have the stump sticking out of the ground.  I like the call the stump, the second half of the tree because it's like doing another job.

We bring this big machine in, the stump grinder and hover it over the stump as it slowly chips away at the stump.  You'll certainly get a lot of wood chips as we remove the stump.

Mr Tree Service of Fairfield
1 Post Rd #1125
​Fairfield, CT 06824
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Looking for a Dentist in Wilton, CT?

5/20/2019

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WiltonDentist.com is new to Wilton, Connecticut and Already Making an Impact!

I sat down with Dr. Glenn MacFarlane of WiltonDentist.com on Friday to learn about the new dental office located in Wilton, Connecticut.  There are many different kinds of Dentists in Wilton from Cosmetic Dentists, Pediatric Dentists, Orthodontists, but never had I heard before about Sedation Dentists.

Apparently, this new form of dentistry - sedation dentistry has been around for a long time.  They simply give you a little pill and do the procedure then you wake up when the work is done.  No laughing gas, no needles (I can't stand needles) and no stress.

Dr. Mac who's originally from New Jersey has been performing cosmetic dentistry and sedation dentistry for a number of years.  He's got an extensive background in the field and a wealth of experience fixing smiles for pageant winners.  

You can reach their dental office at 203-567-4866 or visit them online at WiltonDentist.com
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Dr. Glenn MacFarlane, What's your Dental Background?

For the past 20 years, Glenn MacFarlane has been the official Cosmetic Dentist to the Miss New Jersey and Mrs. New Jersey America pageants
Glenn MacFarlane, D.M.D., referred to as “Doc Smile” by his pageant winners for his award winning cosmetic dental work, is an aesthetic focused dentist.  He has dedicated over 32 years to brightening smiles across the country.
 
A lifelong New Jersey resident, Dr. MacFarlane was born in Newark and grew up in Belleville and North Arlington. He attended the Seton Hall Prep School in South Orange and later earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the Fairleigh Dickson University in Madison.  His Doctor of Dental Medicine degree was obtained from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1985.
 
Dr. MacFarlane now performs expert cosmetic dentistry in Wilton, CT and his other office in NJ.  Using the latest technology available combined with cutting edge restorative dentistry materials, he is able to offer complete smile restoration.
 
Dr. Glenn “Doc Smile” MacFarlane is part of several prestigious dental organizations including:
American Dental Association
  • The Academy of Laser Dentistry
  • The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
  • The Academy of General Dentistry
  • The American Academy of Facial Esthetics
  • The Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics
  • The American Academy of Implant Dentistry
  • The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
 
​Besides working on aspiring pageant contenders, Dr. MacFarlane is proud to say that working class people who simply want to impress their friends and family constitute the majority of his clients.  Little known fact - Dr. MacFarlane has lectured in over 16 countries for a prominent dental laser company while authoring smile enhancement articles in National Dental and Leisure Publications.
 
Dr. Glenn "Doc Smile" MacFarlane has been featured in many publications including:
  • Dentaltown
  • Dental Products Report
  • Dental Economics
  • New Jersey Monthly
  • New Jersey Life
  • Wedding Bells
  • New Jersey Bridal Magazines
 
Outside of recreating wonderful smiles, meticulously placing dental implants or treating sleep apnea, Dr. MacFarlane spends time with his two daughters, Perri and Christina, who have all grown up in the blink of an eye.
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FMAC: Martial Arts in Brookfield, CT

4/18/2019

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Looking for Martial Arts Classes in Brookfield, Connecticut?

Today I met with Rick from Family Martial Arts Center, a local Martial Arts School in Brookfield, CT 06804.  Their studio offers kids classes for a variety of disciplines including Taekwondo, Karate and much more.  I'm not an expert in throwing punches or kicking, but after sitting down with Rick for an hour I learned that FMAC is much more than that.

Family Martial Arts Center or FMAC has been a part of the local Brookfield Community for years.  They regular have Karate Classes for Kids, Teens and Adults.  
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How many Karate Classes in Brookfield are offered weekly?

Karate Classes, Martial Arts Classes, Taekwondo Classes, the list goes on and on.  I learned during our conversation that many times the words karate, martial arts and taekwondo mean the same thing to many parents, but those different arts are much different in the world of martial arts.

I thought that Karate and Martial Arts was simply the same thing, but that Taekwondo was something completely different, similar to Muay Thai.  Rick, the owner of FMAC corrected The Danbury Review many times during our conversations about this martial arts dojo (as I called it) that there's a big difference between the different kinds of techniques. 

I asked him repeatedly what term is used the most frequently for this martial arts school, because like the terms taekwondo or karate, the words school, dojo and studio often mean the same thing.  He explained that many people are looking for "Martial Arts Schools in Brookfield" but often the same people search for "Taekwondo Academies in Brookfield" or "Karate Dojos in Brookfield".  

Our conversation was long and confusing, but what I learned is that Rick really knows his stuff.  He's been working with kids at FMAC for a number of years and has a great group that he works with on a regular basis.

Often times kids will enroll in their very first martial arts class and work with FMAC until their teen years.  He says it's a wonderful thing seeing kids he's worked with as toddlers grow up with the help of martial arts discipline. 
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Where in Brookfield is Family Martial Arts Center Located?

Family Martial Arts Center is conveniently located on 14 Del Mar Dr in Brookfield, CT.  It's in the same plaza as John's Pizza, Computer Trouble Shooters and Massage Mend Me.  Del Mar Drive is off of Federal Road in Brookfield.  

Rick explains that many of the kids from New Milford, Bethel and sometimes Danbury attend his classes as well.  It seems that parents will drive a little ways for a good instructor like Rick.

You can learn more about FMAC's Class offerings, Class Schedule or Try a FREE Martial Arts Class by visiting his website at www.family-mac.com or calling 203-441-0808.
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An Interview with Luke Huizinga, Mechanical Detail - Southbury, CT

12/17/2018

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The Danbury Review Interviews Luke Huizinga, Owner of Mechanical Detail in Southbury, Connecticut.

I sat down with Luke Huizinga of Mechanical Detail Plumbing in Southbury, CT for our interview.  Luke is a straight forward, warm, friendly individual who is loved by many.  He's a competent business owner, and Luke Huizinga won the Commit To Be Fit Challenge over at Prime Time Fitness which is actually how we got into contact.

Luke is a local plumber, father and often takes time to work in the community.  His small plumbing company has just grown to 3 employees as he does the right work for the right people.  He can be found fixing ac units, repairing heaters, troubleshooting boilers or simply turning on the water for someone who thought their washing machine was broken.  Although Luke will shy away from Appliance Repair he certainly will help anyone that needs anything repaired in their home.

He's a member of PCNG, a local networking group and the other members swear by his handyman skills.  He's a millennial, but a hard working smart one at that.  Hopefully we'll see a new breed of hard working millennial in the upcoming years.. Hopefully.  

Need help with Plumbing?  Contact www.eliteplumbersct.com/danbury-plumbing today.
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Connecticut Tree Services

10/1/2018

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Looking for a Tree Service in Connecticut?

Finding a Tree Service in Connecticut is always a difficult process because you never really know if they'll show up to do a good job or not.  But, with our tips on selecting the right Connecticut Tree Service hopefully you'll get steered in the right direction.

In this short article we'll provide 10 Tips & Tricks on Hiring the Best Connecticut Tree Service and give you the names of Tree Services in Connecticut that we recommend. 
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How to Find the Perfect Tree Service in Connecticut!

Here's The Danbury Review's list of 10 tips & tricks to find the best tree service.  A tree service is a company that performs services like tree removal, tree trimming, stump grinding, brush hauling, land clearing and more.  However, more often than not tree services aren't actually tree services and instead they are money hungry guys with chainsaws & pick up trucks that think they can make a quick buck.  Hopefully this guide on finding the Best Tree Service in Connecticut will help you decide who to choose.

1.  Read Reviews

Always read the reviews.  The reviews truly tell the whole picture.  If they have good reviews chances are they'll do good work, if they have bad reviews it's a red flag and if they have no reviews... don't hire them!  Please note that Tree Guys will often do anything for work so if you see almost "too good to be true" reviews you might want to do some more research.  On the other hand if you notice other "too bad to be real" reviews it might just be a competitor trying to bring his opponent down. 

2. Get 3-5 Quotes

Get a bunch of quotes from local tree service companies.  Don't buy on the first quote and always take notes.  A good thing to note is how professional they were, if they were late to give you a quote or if they had a hard time justifying the price.  Chances are if they were late to give you the quote the job will be completed late as well.  

3. Ask them to Justify the Quote

Justifying the quote is sometimes a hard thing to ask a tree guy.  Tree workers are always pretty rough around the edges, often have unusually long beards and certainly intimidating.  Don't be intimidated - it's your money!  If he says it's $5000 for the job ask him, why is that?  If he has a hard time justifying why the job is $5000 then that's simple a shot in the dark.  If he can justify the price you know you're in good hands.

We'll continue with The Danbury Review's 7 Tips & Tricks to Hire the Right Connecticut Tree Service in a moment, but first let's take a look at a few of our recommended Tree Services in CT.

Tree Services in Connecticut Recommended by
The Danbury Review

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We routinely interview businesses across Connecticut and many of them are home service based businesses like landscapers, masonry, fencing companies, electricians and all of them know a good tree guy to recommend. 
  1. New Milford Tree Service - for anyone in the Litchfield County part of Connecticut that's looking for a good local tree service check out New Milford Tree Service's website.  This tree company helps homeowners throughout New Milford, Kent, Gaylordsville and Upper Litchfield County.
  2. Premiere Tree Service of Westport - for our local Fairfield County residents that are in need of tree work this Westport Tree Service offers quick quotes at not-so-westport prices.  They also service Fairfield, Southport, Norwalk and Darien.
  3. Top Notch Greenwich Tree Service - for our lower Fairfield County homeowners that need a tree removed fast this Tree Service in Greenwich is very good at getting tree jobs completed quickly.  They are easy to work with but only service Greenwich, Connecticut.
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4. Look at their shoes!

Discreetly look their their shoes...  if they aren't in work boots chances are they aren't the ones actually doing the job - which is exactly what you want.  It's tempting to hire the guy that is actually going to do the work because you think you'll get a better deal, which you might.  But if you hire the guy who looks like he's been on the job for the last 8 hours he might take bloody forever to get the job finished.

You want to hire the Tree Company that has one guy that just does estimates because then you know that they can afford to do the tree work quickly.  Afford to do the tree work quickly?  Yes, tree companies in CT and throughout the country are known to chew through their jobs slowly to keep their cash flow up.

They'll start one job in Fairfield, put in half a day to work on their other job in Stamford and repeat that process throughout the weekly doing a little bit of each job to keep their cash flow smooth.

5. Beat them up on price (or call a friend!)

"Oh I hate negotiating" is what I always hear from friends & family.  I tell them - next time you need someone to head into a car dealership with you...  call me.  Tree jobs aren't cheap.  You can get a tree trimmed for a couple hundred bucks, but if you want a couple trees removed the tree company will need to get a crane on site to do that.  We're talking $5000-$10,000+ to get 5 or so trees removed and their stump ground.

Find your friend who can negotiate and have them talk with the tree guys to get the best deal.  Chances are if they are ok with negotiation they can read people better than you anyway - meaning they can spot a ****bag from a mile away.

Tree Services in Connecticut Recommended by
The Danbury Review (continued)

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CT Tree Service is a competitive space for a lot of tree companies but still there can be a snake that gets through the cracks.  We've personally interviewed the tree services that we mention below to make sure they will do a great job on whatever kind of tree work you throw at them.  Each one of the tree businesses on this list can handle removing trees, trimming trees, grinding stumps, hauling brush, clearing land and finish your tree jobs quickly.
           4.  Mr Meriden Tree Service LLC - if you've just been hit with a brutal storm in New Haven County, Connecticut you'll want to give Mr Meriden Tree Service LLC a call.  They handle the entire New Haven County area but reserve special pricing for Meriden residents.
                5.  Milford Tree Removal Pros - Finding the right tree removal company in Milford, CT is always a difficult process because there are so many different tree services on Connecticut's coastline.  However, if you need a quality tree service click here for Milford Tree Removal Pro's website.

Let's get back to the article!

6.  Reschedule Your Tree Work Estimate

We're getting into the tricks portion of our article!  Here's a little trick to test the tree service you're hiring.  Call to reschedule the estimate and watch for:
  • Can you get a hold of them?
  • Is their voicemail full?
  • Are they caught flat footed?
  • Do they want to reschedule?
  • How much time do they have available?
Answering these questions is a really good way to determine if they have an actual tree business or if this is just a nice way to make money when they are slow with their lawn mowing business.

7. Ask for their License information

Many tree companies in Connecticut might not have this information on hand, but they do  you know you've got a winner.  Take a look at our friend Kleber C's Danbury Tree Service - New Website it'll show you exactly why you need to check for proper licensing when hiring a company to remove a tree, especially if it's close to your house.

Imagine having a wife watch as her husband takes down a tree in the backyard.  The thoughts going through her mind...
"What if he drops it on the house?  I don't think our insurance will cover it."
"What if he gets hurt while trying to cut those two branches that are closest to our house?  The way he climbed up that tree doesn't look very safe."
"What if he spends all day on this and then realizes this job is too much for him alone.  Then he wastes a day when he could be getting ahead on his big project at work or taking the kids to the park, only to have to spend several thousand dollars on a tree business"

One thing that insurance doesn't cover is hiring people that are unlicensed and poorly insured to do work on your house.  

What if live in area that the city needs to approve any tree removals?  

If you're in the City of Danbury, see their website here:
https://www.danbury-ct.gov/government/departments/public-works/forestry/

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If you need to reach Kleber C's Danbury Tree Service directly here's a link to their google my business listing in Danbury:
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Growing Solutions Landscaping & Design

4/20/2018

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An Interview with Growing Solutions Landscaping & Design in Ridgefield, Connecticut

Many people are searching for Landscape Designers in Connecticut especially in the lower Fairfield County towns such as Ridgefield, Westport, New Canaan, Wilton and Fairfield.  It seems like every landscaper out there is now calling themselves a landscape design specialist.

I sat down with Chris & Paul of Growing Solutions Landscaping & Design to get their expert opinion on finding the right landscape or garden designer to work with.   Their Full Service Landscaping Company services all of Fairfield County and is located in Ridgefield, CT.
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How do you find the right Landscape Designer in CT?

Honestly, it can be a troublesome task finding the right landscape designer near you.  We're often speaking with a prospective homeowners who've already talked with half a dozen "designers" who have remarked that they've never even sat down with the designer on staff.  We've got a full-time landscape designer, Brid, who works with us and collaborates with all our clients.

First and foremost you'll want to make sure that if you're talking with a landscaping company that they have a full-time designer on staff.  The second thing I'd watch for is their certifications.  It's expensive to maintain these certifications and most lawn care professionals don't keep theirs up for that very reason.  Paul and I are both NOFA accredited organic land care professionals.  I'm also a Connecticut State Licensed Arborist and Paul is a Accredited Turf Manager.  Paul also carries a Connecticut State Custom Grounds License.  Our Landscape Designer, Brid Craddock is a Connecticut Master Gardener and is serving as the president of the Connecticut Chapter of the Association for Professional Landscape Designers. 

Often times you'll see landscape companies without the slightest bit of certification.  It's unfortunate to see homeowners get taken advantage of by smooth talking lawn maintenance guys.  It's not rocket science to lay down a set of new patio pavers, but when a heavy rain storm comes you'll find out who is an irrigation expert.
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Where can a Ridgefield Homeowner Find New Landscaping Design Ideas?

I'm not at all surprised by that question!  We actually field many questions about landscaping ideas or garden design ideas on a weekly basis.  Often times people aren't 100% sure what they want.  We always suggest to hop on pinterest to find some inspiration or sit down with our Landscape Designer.  Sometimes the occasional Tree Service in Ridgefield will have a good idea as well.  Many homeowners throughout Connecticut wonder the same thing, but often don't get a chance to find those answers.

Contact Growing Solutions Landscaping & Design

You can find Growing Solutions Landscaping and Design online at www.growso.com or call them directly at (203) 423-3626.  You may also visit them at the link below:
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Pro Landscaping of Brookfield

2/11/2018

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Looking for a Landscaper in Brookfield, CT?

Today I met with Corby from Pro Landscaping of Brookfield.  Their Lawn Care Company offers many services including mowing, trimming, pruning, mulching, bed maintenance and much more.  He was right on time to the interview unlike most of the other landscapers I've had the pleasure of sitting down with in the past.  

​He helps many residents in Brookfield, Southbury, Newtown and other Fairfield County towns with their property maintenance.  
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When did you start Pro Landscaping of Brookfield?

I started Pro Landscaping of Brookfield two years ago and we're rapidly growing due to the hard work our team has been putting in.  One of the best choices I've ever made was handpicking my staff.  I'm lucky to have such a great team to work with on a daily basis.  Landscaping Companies make or break depending on how good their staff members are.  Many of them reside locally in nearby towns such as Danbury, Newtown and Oxford.

What's the toughest thing you went through when opening up Pro Landscaping of Brookfield?

Opening up any business is difficult.  There's always hoops to jump through and often unexpected obstacles.  We've been more fortunate than most Lawn Care Companies in Connecticut because of my personal business experience.  Having business experience in the past definitely gave Pro Landscaping of Brookfield a distinct advantage over the competition.  
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Wrapping things up with Pro Landscaping of Brookfield, Connecticut

Corby was a great guy to get to know.  He and I traded laughs as he explained the humble beginnings of Pro Landscaping of Brookfield.  Not all Landscapers are full service.  He explained that Full Service meant that he not only offers mowing and trimming like the other landscapers in Brookfield, but he always offers mulching, pruning, weeding, mosquito control, property maintenance, tick spraying and much more.  See all the service offered at www.prolandscapingbrookfield.com!  If you're a resident of the Town of Brookfield you should definitely give Pro Landscaping of Brookfield a call.  They've got the one stop solution for all your lawn care needs. 

Pro Landscaping of Brookfield
24 Farview Rd
Brookfield, CT 06804
​(203) 769-9835
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Need an Appliance Repaired in Danbury, CT?

8/17/2017

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Appliance Repair Pros of Danbury are here to help!

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Appliance Repair Pros of Danbury is a local appliance repair company.  They handle all almost everything including refrigerators, dishwashers, stoves, washing machines, dryers and other kitchen appliances.  

Many people throughout the Greater Danbury area rely on them for all their repairs.

What is unique about the Appliance Repair Pros?

The one thing that separates the Appliance Repair Pros from the rest of the repairmen across Connecticut is that we don't come out unless we can fix it.  Most appliance repair companies just try to collect as many service call fees as possible.

We focus less on collecting service fees, but rather focus on repairing just the appliances we can.

Let's say your refrigerator goes dead.  Most repair guys will take advantage of the urgency that goes along with all your food going bad and slap you with a high service fee.  If you give the Appliance Repair Pros of Danbury a call instead we'll go through a thorough phone conversation to make sure you're not just better off buying a new fridge.

What parts of Connecticut do you service?

We get many service calls from not only Danbury, but surrounding towns.  Our team regularly repairs subzero and wolf refrigerators in Ridgefield, Connecticut.  The New Fairfield area also reaches out to our appliance repairmen for service.  We get a couple calls from Brookfield, CT, but they are primarily looking for someone to come out next day.

We do next day service if we have room.  Given our growing popularity in the Greater Danbury region we don't always have room. 

What's hardest about being in the Home Appliance Repair Industry?

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Definitely the hardest thing about repairing appliances for a living is letting people know that you can't fix their appliance.  We try avoid this awkward conversation in the first place by having a thorough talk over the phone.  

9 out of 10 times we can repair the given appliance, but once in a while there is just nothing we can do.  In that case we need to let the homeowner know that they'll have get a new refrigerator or dishwasher for example. 

What's the hardest Appliance to Repair?

GE Appliances are by far the hardest to repair.  Often they come with touch screen monitors that we can't usually fix.  Those monitors tend to break rather quickly and only can be fixed by a specialized GE technician.  

If you're going to invest in a General Electric Appliance make sure to get the highest warranty. 

Contact the Appliance Repair Pros of Danbury

Appliance Repair Pros of Danbury
42 Lake Avenue Extension Suite 159
Danbury, CT 06811
​203-779-6815
www.danburyappliancerepairpros.com
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Looking for a Dentist in Danbury CT?

4/6/2017

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Quality Dental of Danbury is much more than a Cosmetic Dentist!

I was searching for a Danbury Dentist the other day to interview.  I was floored with how many choices came up when I typed in "Dentist Danbury CT", but I scanned through to see who had it all.  

I decided to setup an Interview with Dr. Tagliarini of Quality Dental of Danbury.  His dental office was tucked away on North Street in Danbury offers bonding, crows, dental implants, fillings, headache treatment, oral cancer screenings, orthodontic treatment, tooth extractions, periodontal disease therapy, and so much more.

Dental Implants, Headache Treatment, TMJ Treatment, Fillings, Bonding, Crowns...  What more could you ask for?

Needless to say, I was really impressed with how many dental services Dr. Tagliarini was able to offer.  He had so much passion when he talked about fillings, headache treatment, and dental implants.  Clearly, Dr. Tagliarini has dedicated much of his life becoming one of the top notch Dentists in Connecticut as a whole.  If you're looking for a Dentist in Danbury CT then just look up Quality Dental of Danbury!

People travel from throughout Connecticut to his office for his expertise in TMJ Headache Treatment, and Cosmetic Dentistry.  I never really knew about TMJ, or what it was, but apparently people suffer from these terrible headaches for years.  Through his dental expertise he is able to cure TMJ / TMD permanently.

Dental Associates Danbury CT

Dental Associates Danbury CT is another nearby Dental office.  I tried calling them as well, but couldn't get in touch with a dentist there to schedule an interview.  
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Connecticut Fence and Landscaping LLC

2/20/2017

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Looking for Fence Installation in Connecticut?

I met with Adam, the owner of Connecticut Fence and Landscaping LLC which is out of Brookfield, CT.  CT Fence & Landscaping provides Fencing, Landscaping and Masonry for much of Connecticut.  After coming out of the Marine Core Adam knew that he wanted to start his own business.  At first he only handled landscaping, but one day one of his clients asked him to a build a fence.

The local homeowner who tasked Adam with building him a fence fell in love with the results.  Adam started building fences for homeowners throughout Brookfield, and that's how Connecticut Fence and Landscaping started. 

Connecticut Fence and Landscaping is setup to handle every job in house without having to depend on outside contractors.  He has a 2 Masonry crews that stay busy year round working on pools, patios, outdoor kitchens and that kind of stuff.  Adam also has landscaping crews that handle bigger planting jobs, landscaping and a bit of maintenance.  

Connecticut Fence is doing much more than just regular fencing.  They are breaking into Glass Fencing, Gate Automation, and do all the welding on site.  

During the winter like any Landscaping business they handle snow plowing, and snow removal.  
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What's the toughest thing you went through when opening up Connecticut Fencing and Landscaping LLC?

The toughest thing I went through when opening Connecticut Fence and Landscaping was definitely the time away from my family.  We're still in growth mode here at Connecticut Fence, and I'm working nights, Saturdays and Sundays.

We may have 18-20 full-time employees here at CT Fencing, but we're just getting started.  Recently, we've gotten into gate automation and glass fencing.

Whats the toughest part of having a Fencing & Landscaping Business in 2017?

Competition is growing.  When I first started with fencing there was just three of us.  Now there are tons of landscapers that also do fencing.  The added competition brings the overall costs of the work we do down while the price of trucks, gas and rent is always going up.  

Not matter our costs I always make sure to do the job 100%.  The outstanding work we provide sets us apart from the rest of the competition in CT.  I've got a lot of friends in the industry; they give me work because they know I do good work not because they are friends of mine.  
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If a Customer was to choose between your CT Fencing and 3 others just like - why should they choose yours?

The best thing about Connecticut Fencing and Landscaping is that our loyalty is unparalleled.  If a customer from 5 years ago calls me to complain about a fence post that is leaning then I'll make it my priority to get over there.

I won't sleep well unless I know that my customers are taken care of.  Growing up my father was in the car detailing business, and his business grew through his high quality work alone.  Here at CT Fencing we believe in the same values: high quality work, fair pricing, and lifetime customer service.
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Wrapping things up with Connecticut Fencing & Landscaping

Meeting Adam of Connecticut Fence & Landscaping was a refreshing experience.  He built a great fencing business from scratch, but hasn't let the growth of his business change what he does on a daily basis.  Adam is on site to make sure the jobs are done by CT Fencing's high standards.  He's working weekends, nights, and continually reinvesting into the business.  

Connecticut Fence and Landscaping, LLC
27 Station Rd
Brookfield, CT 06804

(203) 885-0251
​www.ctfenceandlandscape.com
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Grounds Guys of Danbury CT

2/20/2017

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Looking for Landscaping in Danbury CT?

The Danbury Review interviews Corby Hocker, The owner of The Grounds Guys of Danbury.  The Grounds Guys offer lawn maintenance, and full service landscaping to the local Danbury area including Southbury, Brookfield, Bethel, Newton, Sandy hook and more.  Corby had a very interesting story as he was traveling the world as an investment banker not too long ago.  He had been doing landscaping as a hobby his entire life, but only recently did he take his passion for the outdoors and turn it into a reality.  

Being an investment banker meant much time away from his family, and even less time outdoors.   Nowadays, he's a The Grounds Guys franchisee, and spends his time building a business he loves.  Corby can be found planting shrubs, gardens, perennials, annuals, trees, and cleaning up after storms.  When he's not caring for his clients throughout the Greater Danbury area you'll be able to find him on the soccer field, basketball court or skating around the hockey rink with his energetic four kids!
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When did you start the Grounds Guys of Danbury?

I started The Grounds Guys in March of last year, and we're growing rapidly with the help of our team. Becoming a part of The Grounds Guys was one of the best choices I've ever made.  The Grounds Guy's core values were right in line with mine, and the franchise provides a ton of support including the back office, marketing and brand recognition.  

​Cara McArdle joined The Grounds Guys team as a Design & Marketing expert, both graphical and garden design.  She's equally skilled in creating our marketing materials and designing/installing flower and vegetable gardens for our clients.  We've recruited some great people over the past year that do landscaping, tree work and lawn maintenance, but are always looking for hard workers who have a passion for providing high quality service.

What's the toughest thing you went through then opening the Grounds Guys of Danbury?

Hiring the right people isn't the easiest thing to do.  The weather isn't always sunny and warm, and the days aren't always short.  We have high requirements for our employees including drug testing.  The hardest thing for us was finding good help.  Today's new culture is different, and hard workers are definitely hard to come by.  But I feel great about the team I have, know they have the same values for quality service that I do, and we are ready for spring.
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Corby and his Family

If a customer was looking for landscaping in Danbury and had to choose between the Grounds Guys and 3 other businesses just like it - why choose yours?

The customer service that The Grounds Guys is able to give to each and every customer.  There are a lot of landscaping services around, but not many that have a standard of service required by a parent company.  Those standards combined with my own personal commitment to building a trusted, reliable, high quality landscaping business are what set us apart.  You know when a uniformed, scheduled Grounds Guy landscaper comes to your home you can expect a very high standard of service.  We do everything from lawn care to tree removal.  The reviews on our Facebook page confirm that.  Every customer matters.  If there is a rain or other delay the customer is notified of that.  I do exactly what I say I'm going to do.  Superior customer service combined with quality service is the name of my game.
 
Some services sell on price, and you know, you get what you pay for.  I focus on the value you get from my services.  I want you to feel like the investment was worth it, and it will show in your landscape.  That’s what makes me excited to get out there every day.
 
There is plenty of business around the Danbury area, and I know my clients have a choice.  When they give the Grounds Guys a chance to meet their home care needs, our clients are happy with the results and continue as our clients.  We can’t wait to meet more of our neighbors in the Greater Danbury area and show what the Grounds Guys can do.

In 6 months from now, where would you like the Grounds Guys Business to be?

Double in size!  I'd like us to be at 2 trucks, and 2 full-time crews.  There is plenty of business around the Danbury area, and many people are settling for sub-par lawn service.  Our team can't wait until the Greater Danbury area realizes what they're missing out on!
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Wrapping things up with the Grounds Guys of Danbury

Corby was a real stand up guy.  Learning that he was traveling the world as an investment banker, but changed his whole career around to be able to spend time with his family and work outside was impressive.  Making a big career change while needing to support a family is admirable.  


Grounds Guys of Danbury
(203) 712-0072
www.groundsguys.com/danbury

Looking for a job?  We're always looking for qualified landscapers to join our growing team.  Apply at www.applyatgroundsguys.com

Serving from Woodbury to Danbury including Southbury, Newtown, Brookfield, Bethel, and New Fairfield.  

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Landscaping in New Fairfield, CT - 203-884-8969 Free Estimates

2/19/2017

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​Looking for Landscaping in New Fairfield?

I met with David of New Fairfield Landscaping which is a newer landscaping business in New Fairfield, CT.  David started New Fairfield Landscaping out of New Fairfield with 10 years of experience with other local landscaping companies in the location Western Connecticut area.  New Fairfield Landscaping handles lawn mowing, spring & fall clean up, mulching, hedge trimming, and snowplowing. 

New Fairfield Landscaping is looking forward to being able to grow in the local New Fairfield & Danbury community.   David explained that "New Fairfield Landscaping services their customers lawns like they service their own."

What made you want to get into the Landscaping Business?

​I’ve lived in New Fairfield my whole life, and have a ton of experience in the landscaping industry.  I wanted to take the next step, and open my own Landscaping business.  
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What was the toughest part of having a business in 2016?

Keeping all the deadlines.  When we get a rain storm that continues for the week it can difficult to find time to do all the accounts.  Balancing time with the family while trying to build a business can also be difficult.

If a Customer was to choose between New Fairfield Landscaping and 3 other just like it - why choose yours?

​We’re competitively priced.  I’m the one that you deal with and I’m the one that does the work.  I’ll go the extra mile to make sure you’re taken care of.  
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Wrapping things up with New Fairfield Landscaping of New Fairfield

Meeting David was very refreshing.  He’s a good, honest man with a family and a dream to own his own business.  David had a clear vision for his landscaping.  Like any local business owner David wants to grow his business, but he wants to make sure to provide the same quality service that his landscaping customers appreciate.

Location:    
New Fairfield Landscaping
3 Dunham Dr #102
New Fairfield, CT 06812
Phone:        (203) 884-8969
Website:     www.newfairfieldlandscaping.com
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Will Power Fitness

1/17/2017

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Looking for Personal Training in New Fairfield CT?

I met with Will from Will Power Fitness in New Fairfield.  Will Power Fitness handles all the personal training at Prime Time Fitness located in New Fairfield, CT.  Will got his start while training friends & family during his college years for what he refers to as "lunch money".  After graduating College he went on to work as a Sports & Fitness Director for a local non-profit.  

After spending a couple years as a Sports, Fitness & Recreation Director he got married, and wanted to start a family.  Will knew that he couldn't start a family in Fairfield County with a non-profit salary.  He decided to renew his National Academy of Sports Medicine Personal Training Certification to start training full-time. 

Will Power Fitness wasn't born just yet.  Will started at a local "group personal training" studio called Earthfit.  After working there for 10 months he explained that it was time to move on because there wasn't as much growth potential as he was led on to believe there was.  

He then joined Revive Fitness's branch at World's Gym in Brewster, NY.  Within 3 days of working personal training in Brewster a Training Manager spot opened up in New Fairfield.  Will made the hard choice to come back to New Fairfield and train within a mile of his previous employer, Earthfit.  "It wasn't my ideal situation, but I had to take the promotion for my family's sake," explained Will.

Will soon realized that the situation he was in at Revive Fitness wasn't much different than at Earthfit.  He was met with constant backlash as he tried to grow the business in different directions.  Will stuck with Revive to learn as much as he could about running a personal training business and sales.

Instead of repeating the same process Will decided to offer to buy out Revive Fitness.  A short few months later...  Will Power Fitness was born.     

What made you want to get into the Personal Training Business?

I value helping people.  I loved my time working with youth, and always felt better at the end of the day.  After having two back to back terrible employers, and decided to run with it myself.  I wish I did this earlier.  Will Power Fitness is so much different than any other personal training business in New Fairfield, Danbury or even in Connecticut.  I had been a die-hard Crossfit Junkie for years, and loved the community that they had created.  

Taking what I've learned at in Crossfit classes, personal training conferences, and knowing exactly how NOT to setup a personal training business gave me a real plan to follow.  I knew after working at Revive Fitness that I didn't want to have crazy contracts.  I wanted to seal my personal training clients with a handshake instead of a lawyer-ed up piece of paper.  I wanted to give all my nutritional information up for free instead of charge for it.  Most of all I wanted to do things my way, and give people the results that they pay for.

What's the toughest thing that you went through when opening Will Power Fitness?

One thing is for sure, my previous employer Earthfit.  She wasn't too keen on me opening up a Personal Training business of my own right next door to hers.  In fact, her sister wrote bad reviews on my social media pages.  She slammed me on her facebook right after I left which was expected, because that's how it is in the personal training world.

I can't even tell you the half the grief I got from my previous employer, Earthfit.  I got phone calls about my website that I couldn't say this, or I couldn't say that.  I'd get letters from her lawyer threatening me not to violate my non-disclosure agreement.  Heck, I'll probably get some crap for this participating in this review!

That's no problem though, because I know if you've got haters than you're doing something right!

If a customer was to choose between Will Power Personal Training, and 3 other businesses just like it - why choose yours?

You get me!  That is the number one reason.  Will Power Fitness combines many different aspects of training into one comprehensive 1 on 1 training program.  You've got a dynamic warm up that specifically targets the weak & inhibited muscles with activation while stretching the over-active muscles.  Following the warm up you've got a 45 minute personal training session with me. 

I'm a total form nazi!  We'll have your exercise technique down pat within the first month of personal training.  Whether you'd like to lose weight, gain muscle, trim, tone or all the above with Will Power Personal Training we'll achieve all of that and more.  Little do you know, but during the training session I'll be employing behavior modification techniques to change your habits, mindset, and empower you to be the best version of yourself.  After our training session we'll do mobility to further stretch those over-active muscle groups, and allow you to recover from our workout session.

I've been to Crossfit, worked at "Group Personal Training" studios, and I can tell you with confidence that there is not another program like Will Power Personal Training.  We give it all to you, the corrective exercise, powerful workouts, behavior coaching, and mobility infused cool downs.

One thing was missing from Will Power Fitness however...  The community.  The reason bootcamps, crossfits, and other group personal training gyms are so effective is that they instill a cult-like atmosphere.  I'm not saying Cult in a bad way.  I totally drank the cool-aid while I was throwing 275 pounds over my head at Crossfit. 

However, after reading extensively about behavior modification, habit creation, and psychology I realized that being part of a group was one of the biggest factors to secure positive behavior change.  So now I offer a kettlebell class which is free for all my personal training clients.  

The Kettlebell class meets on friday's at 6:15am, and 7:15am and so far I've received great feedback about it.   

Wrapping things up with Will Power Fitness of New Fairfield

Will's lengthy story about the origins of Will Power Fitness was certainly interesting.  He gives a lot to his clients, and enjoys what he does immensely.  

Will Power Personal Training CT
3 Dunham Drive
New Fairfield, CT 06812
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Handyman Pro of Fairfield County

1/13/2017

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​Looking for a Handyman in Ridgefield, Wilton or Weston CT?

I met with Al of Handyman Pro of Fairfield County who handles handyman work throughout Ridgefield, Wilton, Weston and the rest of Fairfield County.  He was in the trades industry for the 30 years, building new homes, fixing older homes, and restoring almost everything. 

Visit http://www.handymanprofairfield.com
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People looking for Carpentry Services call Al for many different needs from Windows, Cabinetry, and Hardwood Flooring to Lock Replacement, Doors, and Skylight Installation.

He’s your local jack of all trades Handyman who will handle any home improvement job.  
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​What made you want to go into the Handyman Business?  

​People always need something fixed at home.  Having 30 years of experience in the industry I knew that I could do right on every handyman job I received.  Helping people in the community is a great feeling, and people really appreciate the fair price I give them.
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​What was the toughest thing about opening your Handyman Business in the Ridgefield, Wilton and Weston Areas?

​Although I’ve lived in Ridgefield, Connecticut all my life the hardest thing about opening my Handyman business was getting my name out there.  

I could tell you a hundred things that weren't hard!  Now that Pro Handyman Pro of Fairfield County is off the ground the only thing that can be difficult is scheduling.  I try to be as flexible as possible when it comes to timing my jobs, but sometimes jobs can take longer than expected.
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If a customer was to choose between your Handyman Business, and 3 others just like it – why choose Handyman Pro of Fairfield County?

​I’ve been in the trades for what seems like a million years, and I’ve seen it all.  I’ve got the utmost confidence that I’ll be able to handle a job faster, and better than any other Handyman in the business.

There are a ton of people in the Handyman niche nowadays. A lot of them have gotten their start because of fixing things around their own house so they figure they could do it for others while making a couple bucks.  

Handyman Pro of Fairfield County is different.  I’ve been in the trades for the last 30 years, and moved into the handyman industry to help the local community.  It’s hard finding a fair price these days.  I get a ton of repeat customers, and referrals because of my honest pricing. 

​Wrapping things up with Handyman Pro of Fairfield

Al Marsilli is a real stand-up guy.  He runs a great Handyman Business in Ridgefield, Wilton and the rest of Fairfield County. 
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My buddy Pete will be happy that he doesn’t need to come over and fix everything for me, because I’ll be calling Al up if I need some help. 
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Handyman Pro Fairfield County
41 Wilridge Road
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 297-0709
www.handymanprofairfield.com

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The EDGE Performance Training of Danbury CT

1/9/2017

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Looking for Athletic and Personal Development in CT?

I met with Keith Deyo the owner of The EDGE Performance Training located in the Danbury Sports Dome.  The EDGE Performance Training works with youth athletes and their families by providing them with the tools and resources to maximize their genetic potential.  Their unique training programs provide a three-dimensional scope of training to tap into and develop the body, mind and soul. 
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The EDGE Performance Training located in Danbury CT isn’t anything like just seeing a personal trainer.  They specialize in working athletes both young and old. In order to ensure that every client is a perfect fit they even have a 90-minute qualification process that each athlete must undergo to be accepted into one of their programs.  The athletes that are truly committed to outperforming their competition and ready to put in the work on and off the field will do very well in this initial qualification process. 

​How did you get into the Athletic Development & Sports Medicine Field?

Keith started his career as an Athletic Trainer getting his degree in Sports & Medicine in 2001 from East Carolina University.  He soon realized that there was a big gap in care for a rehabilitating athlete after their insurance lapsed and they were medically cleared for activity.  Keith found that athletes getting rehab for sports related injuries could only get back about 70% of their function before getting the greenlight to return to the field.  Because of this he saw athletes returning to their respective sport out of shape and weak from time spent rehabbing. He knew there had to be a more effective way to serve athletes and return them to competition stronger than when they left.
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The EDGE Performance Training programs fill that gap in athlete rehabilitation. They design specific programs that go above and beyond what traditional Physical Therapy can provide. Athletes have the ability to train in their facility daily as they transition back to a higher standard of performance. 

​Keith does much more than just physical training with his youth athletes. He also understands and creates programs to strengthen the mental side of the game as well as building up the character of their athletes.
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​If a customer was to choose between The EDGE Performance Training, and three other athletic training facilities in Connecticut – why choose yours?

The results we have had with our youth athletes does the talking. We do very little talking about the success of our athletes and taking all the credit for their success. We allow the athlete to shine and look forward to seeing them reach their goals and dreams. Being able to provide development mind, body, and soul while at the same time really getting to know our clients and their families sets us apart from other programs in our area. 

​A high percentage of our scholastic athletes often become Captains of their sports teams at school, excel in their classes with 3.5+ GPAs, and set huge goals each year to accomplish both physically and mentally.  Personal development has become a huge part of our training, and we expect our clients to be committed to succeed both on the field, in their community and in the classroom. Our facility is a low risk high reward environment that breeds excellence while attracting some of the area’s most talented, hard working, committed, well rounded youth athletes and their families.
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Training the body, mind, and soul is the key to having a huge impact all year long with our athletes.  Follow us on Twitter @successct or find us on Facebook @TheEDGEPerformanceTraining or Instagram @The_EDGE_Performance to see our testimonials.
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​If you had to start over from Day 1 – What would you have done differently?

I would have focused 100% in my business rather than spending the first few years doing it part time.  Getting a dedicated facility was the key to our growth.  I wish I could go back as an athlete because at age 32 I was already 3 knee surgeries in, and told I could never play sports again. That’s not where I saw myself at that stage in life. I was wired for sport and competition and looked forward to being very active every day. All of the banging on my body throughout my childhood and as a 3 sport collegiate athlete had finally caught up.
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That was tough, as a youth athlete I would of loved to have a facility like ours to train in.  I also wish I had someone take the time to show me how important personal development and building up my mind was when I was growing up.  Physically we are all limited, but mentally we are all unlimited.  Mindset is the difference between the goods and the greats; the greats are mentally focused and willing to do whatever it takes to get what they want.  
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​Wrapping it up with Keith of The EDGE Performance Training in Danbury CT

I had never actually been in the Danbury Sports Dome until my interview with Keith of The EDGE Performance Training.  They’ve got an amazing facility there.  The turf they use is low impact, and makes a huge difference for any athletes training directly on it.  Keith speaks about his training system with such conviction and energy that you can easily tell that this is a true passion for him. 
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The EDGE Performance Training
25 Shelter Rock Ln
Danbury, Connecticut
(203) 207-9991
Website: www.SpeedTrainingCT.com
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