#Vancouver Restoration Companies

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Work with SERVPRO of North Vancouver to receive timely and competent water damage restoration assistance. Rapid reaction times and efficient restoration services for both commercial and residential premises are our team's areas of expertise in North Vancouver. Rely on our skilled specialists to minimize damage, remove water, and return your property to its original state, regardless of the aftermath caused by a burst pipe, floods, or any other water-related calamity. Peace of mind in the face of water damage issues is provided by SERVPRO's dedication to excellence, which guarantees a smooth and effective restoration process.

[superiorllc]

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Ours is among the top-rated Restoration Companies in Vancouver WA, we specialize in restoring any property to its pre-damaged condition. Our team of experts utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to remove excess water and dehumidify all affected areas. From us, you can always expect quick response time and efficient services. Moreover, acquiring our 24/7 emergency Water Damage Restoration Service in Vancouver WA, can help mitigate the damage and prevent further loss. From assessing the extent of damage to drying the moisture content from your premises, we have you covered – bringing your property back to normal. Our service charges are also kept at the lowest possible scale for your convenience. So, if you need our expert assistance, give us a call today.

[batboyblog]

Things Biden and the Democrats did, this week.

January 19-26 2024

The Energy Department announced its pausing all new liquefied natural gas export facilities. This puts a pause on export terminal in Louisiana which would have been the nation's largest to date. The Department will use the pause to study the climate impact of LNG exports. Environmentalists cheer this as a major win they have long pushed for.

The Transportation Department announced 5 billion dollars for new infrastructure projects. The big ticket item is 1 billion dollars to replace the 60 year old Blatnik Bridge between Superior, Wisconsin, and Duluth, Minnesota which has been dangerous failing since 2017. Other projects include $600 million to replace the 1-5 bridge between Vancouver, Washington, and Portland, Oregon, $427 million for the first offshore wind terminal on the West Coast, $372 million to replace the 90 year old Sagamore Bridge that connects Cape Cod to the mainland,$300 million for the Port of New Orleans, and $142 million to fix the I-376 corridor in Pittsburgh.

the White House Task Force on Reproductive Healthcare Access announced new guidance that requires insurance companies must cover contraceptive medications under the Affordable Care Act. The Biden Administration also took actions to make sure contraceptive medications would be covered under Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and Federal Employee Health Benefits Program. HHS has launched a program to educate all patients about their rights to emergency abortion medical care under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act. This week marks 1 year since President Biden signed a Presidential Memorandum seeking to protect medication abortion and all federal agencies have reported on progress implementing it.

A deal between Democrats and Republicans to restore the expand the Child Tax Credit cleared its first step in Congress by being voted out of the House Ways and Means Committee. The Child Tax Credit would affect 16 million kids in the first year and lift 400,000 out of poverty. The Deal also includes an expansion of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit which will lead to 200,000 new low income rental units being built, and also tax relief to people affected by natural disasters

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee voted for a bill to allow President Biden to seize $5 billion in Russian central bank assets. Biden froze the assets at the beginning of Russia's war against Ukraine, but under this new bill could distribute these funds to Ukraine, Republican Rand Paul was the only vote against.

The Senate passed the "Train More Nurses Act" seeking to address the critical national shortage of nurses. It aims to increase pathways for LPNs to become RNs as well as a review of all nursing programs nationally to see where improvements can be made

3 more Biden Judges were confirmed, bring the total number of Judges appointed by President Biden to 171. For the first time in history the majority of federal judge nominees have not been white men. Biden has also appointed Public Defenders and civil rights attorneys breaking the model of corporate lawyers usually appointed to life time federal judgeships

[aeide-thea]

06-07-23 Why Patagonia helped Samsung redesign the washing machine

Samsung is releasing a wash cycle and a new filter, which will dramatically shrink microfiber pollution.

Eight years ago, Patagonia started to study a little-known environmental problem: With every load of laundry, thousands (even millions) of microfibers, each less than 5 millimeters long, wash down the drain. Some are filtered out at water treatment plants, but others end up in the ocean, where fibers from synthetic fabric make up a surprisingly large amount of plastic pollution—35%, by one estimate. Fragments of your favorite sweatshirt might now be floating in the Arctic Ocean. In a collaboration that began two years ago, the company helped inspire Samsung to tackle the problem by rethinking its washing machines. Today, Samsung unveiled its solution: A new filter that can be added to existing washers and used along with a “Less Microfiber” cycle that Samsung also designed. The combination makes it possible to shrink microfiber pollution by as much as 98%.

[…] Patagonia’s team connected Samsung with Ocean Wise, a nonprofit that tests fiber shedding among its mission to protect and restore our oceans. Samsung shipped some of its machines to Ocean Wise’s lab in Vancouver, where researchers started to study how various parameters change the results. Cold water and less agitation helped—but both of those things can also make it harder to get clothing clean. “There are maybe two ways of increasing the performance of your washing machine,” says Moohyung Lee, executive vice president and head of R&D at Samsung, through an interpreter. “Number one is to use heated water. That will obviously increase your energy consumption, which is a problem. The second way to increase the performance of your washing machine is to basically create stronger friction between your clothes . . . and this friction and abrasion of the fibers is what results in the output of microplastics.” Samsung had already developed a technology called “EcoBubble” to improve the performance of cold-water cycles to help save energy, and it tweaked the technology to specifically tackle microfiber pollution. “It helps the detergent dissolve more easily in water so that it foams better, which means that you don’t need to heat up your water as much, and you don’t need as much mechanical friction, but you still have a high level of performance,” Lee says. The new “Less Microfiber” cycle, which anyone with a Samsung washer can download as an update for their machine, can reduce microfiber pollution by as much as 54%. To tackle the remainder, the company designed a filter that can be added to existing washers at the drain pipe, with pores tiny enough to capture fibers. They had to balance two conflicting needs: They wanted to make it as simple as possible to use, so consumers didn’t have to continually empty the filter, but it was also critical that the filter wouldn’t get clogged, potentially making water back up and the machine stop working. The final design compresses the microfibers, so it only has to be emptied once a month, and sends an alert via an app when it needs to be changed. Eventually, in theory, the fibers that are collected could potentially be recycled into new material rather than put in the trash. (Fittingly, the filter itself is also made from recycled plastic.) When OceanWise tested the cycle and filter together, they confirmed that it nearly eliminated microfiber pollution. Now, Samsung’s challenge is to get consumers to use it. The filter, which is designed to be easily installed on existing machines, is launching now in Korea and will launch in the U.S. and Europe later this year. The cost will vary by market, but will be around $150 in the U.S. The cycle, which began to roll out last year, can be automatically installed on WiFi-connected machines.

[penhero]

The summer 2023 Pennant is in layout and production and mail out to Pen Collectors of America members will be mid July.

This is the cover shot:  A later example of Rider’s Master pen in woodgrain hard rubber. The sculpted gripping area indicates that it was made after Rider moved from Rockford, Illinois, to Ann Arbor, Michigan.

This issue is packed with interesting articles:

CARBON FIBER: THE REINFORCER

David Nishimura explains how carbon fiber can be used in pen restoration.

IN THE BEGINNING: ESTERBROOK, PART II

Andrew Midkiff continues the story of a company that made a lasting mark in the history of writing instruments.

THE PENS OF JAY GRAY RIDER, PART II

Douglas Haugen adds to the body of research on the Illinois-based J. G. Rider Pen Company.

A PENCIL “AS GOOD AS THE PEN”

Jonathan A. Veley shares a portion of his award winning book A Field Guide to Sheaffer’s Pencils.

A PULLMAN FROM THE GRAVE

Laurence Oldfield describes his complex restoration of a pen that had been buried for decades.

A RETRO51SPECTIVE

Gary Weimer explores the popularity and collectability of Retro 51.

TECH TALK

NO. 13: PARKER’S AID FOR THE DISABLED WRITER

By Tim Laros and Todd Eberspacher 

ARTISAN PROFILE:

Ian Schon and SCHON DSGN

Let’s Hear It for the Locals:

Vancouver Pen Club by Maja Furlong

You can sample a PDF of past Pennant articles here:

If you aren’t a member of the Pen Collectors of America, you should be!

You can find more information about joining the PCA and subscribing to the Pennant at this link:

[mostlysignssomeportents]

This day in history

Tonight (Apr 25) I’ll be in San Diego for the launch of my new novel, Red Team Blues, at 7PM at Mysterious Galaxy Books, hosted by Sarah Gailey. Please come and say hi!

Tomorrow (Apr 26), I’ll be in Burbank, signing Red Team Blues at Dark Delicacies at 6PM.

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#10yrsago HOWTO die at Burning Man https://burners.me/2013/04/25/9-ways-to-die-at-burning-man/

#10yrsago Fair use decision: remixing is legal even when there is no intent to comment or parody original work https://www.artnews.com/art-in-america/features/richard-prince-wins-major-victory-in-landmark-copyright-suit-59404/

#10yrsago Debunking the HTML5 DRM myths https://web.archive.org/web/20130427210336/http://freeculture.org/blog/2013/04/23/dont-let-the-myths-fool-you-the-w3cs-plan-for-drm-in-html5-is-a-betrayal-to-all-web-users/

#10yrsago Akissi: kids’ comic about a mischievous girl in Cote D’Ivoire https://memex.craphound.com/2013/04/26/akissi-kids-comic-about-a-mischievous-girl-in-cote-divoire/

#10yrsago Publishing should fight ebook retailers for more data https://web.archive.org/web/20130428235824/http://www.thebookseller.com/blogs/tangible-assets.html

#10yrsago Jello Biafra talks Occupy, music, and Obama https://www.theguardian.com/music/2013/apr/25/jello-biafra-obama-occupy

#10yrsago Too-big-to-fail banks implicated in $500 trillion fraud: biggest price-rigging scandal in history https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/everything-is-rigged-the-biggest-price-fixing-scandal-ever-82255/

#5yrsago A who’s-who of tech manufacturers sent scaremongering letters to the Illinois legislature to kill Right to Repair https://www.vice.com/en/article/vbxk3b/appliance-companies-are-lobbying-against-right-to-repair

#5yrsago Security researchers can turn Alexa into a transcribing, always-on listening device https://threatpost.com/researchers-hacked-amazons-alexa-to-spy-on-users-again/131401/

#5yrsago Microsoft sends recycler to jail for reinstalling obsolete, licensed copies of Windows on refurbished PCs https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/true-crime/wp/2018/04/24/recycling-innovator-eric-lundgren-loses-appeal-on-computer-restore-discs-must-serve-15-month-prison-term/

#5yrsago Trump’s finance watchdog wants to make the taxpayer-funded database of crooked banks go dark https://www.npr.org/2018/04/25/605835307/the-consumer-complaints-database-that-could-disappear-from-view

#5yrsago Little Brother is 10 years old today: I reveal the secret of writing future-proof science fiction https://www.tor.com/2018/04/26/ten-years-of-cory-doctorows-little-brother/

#1yrago Bottled water monopolist admits recycling is bullshit https://pluralistic.net/2022/04/26/plastic-fatalistic/#recycled-lies

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Catch me on tour with Red Team Blues in San Diego, Burbank, Mountain View, Berkeley, San Francisco, Portland, Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, DC, Gaithersburg, Oxford, Hay, Manchester, Nottingham, London, and Berlin!

[mandolinistry]

Taru van den Born is a Dutch blacksmith with a degree in Psychology, who offers training to ND folks, which he believes is therapeutic in many ways. He is doing a wonderful thing for ND folks. Folks like me, as I have ADHD.

I feel the same concepts and benefits could be found in woodworking, or any number of handcrafting/trade fields like smithing and woodworking.

I've certainly found woodoworking immensely beneficial for my ADHD. I didn't even get diagnosed or treated until I was 32. I spent my life before that being terrible at everything, and never sticking with anything for long except music, which I still wasn't very good at. I never understood why and assumed I'd always be a mess. Couldn't even hold a job for very long.

I got into woodworking shortly after getting help for my ADHD. Getting therapy and meds was profoundly life changing. Woodworking (or any craft) is no substitute for proper treatment and I wouldn't be where I am without out the support and good work being done by the docs at the Adult ADHD Clinic at the Hope Centre in North Vancouver. It's the only clinic of it's kind in Canada, a pilot project where adults with ADHD can get help entirely funded by public healthcare.

Woodworking had given me something I can engage with and focus on. I can lose myself in it for hours working on some small detail, existing only in the space between the wood and aris of the chisel. It's grounding, and very gratifying.

It requires a degree of planning and organization. I've gotten a lot of use out of the organization and project management skills I learned in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but also refined those and learned a lot more through woodworking. It's taught me a lot of patience as well.

It's also diverse enough to keep my ADHD brain filled with novelty and change. One day I might be carving dovetails, the next restoring an old tool using electrolysis, the next doing some basic metalworking to make a blade or a thread cutter. There's always new techniques and methods to learn or research to do. Maybe today I'll go down a rabbithole on Victorian furniture decorative carvings, or some obscure facet of making iron age lyres. I've even translated books from Swedish and Finnish just to learn the minutae of Tagelharpa and Jouhikko bowed lyres.

So it gives me a universe of things to explore while staying in orbit around that central point of woodworking.

In the end, I have a physical object I created, or someone else does, but I made it. I can see my progress in physical objective terms. There is something deeply satisfying about that. Its creative but also very functional and practical. I'm engaging my artistic side by making something that is beautiful, or makes beautiful noise. At the same time its something physical which serves a practical purpose.

I never thought I'd be good at anything, but I'm getting good at this, and getting better every day, and that simple thing alone has been so good for my ADHD brain.

Of course, at my job most of my day is just making simple components, customizing doors, or replicating pieces for customers, but its still grounding and satisfying. Sometimes that includes restoring 150 year old doors or replicating Victorian moulding. Replicating or making custom components often requires creativity as I need to work out how to do it, and occasionally design new jigs and guides specific to that component. Sometimes I get to make new tools or equipment, such as a router table, for the shop.

I have to give my company a lot of credit for being a supportive environment that's helped me grow and put up with my constant screwups. This is very much a form of privilege that many of us ND folk can only wish for, and I wish we could all have. Taru van den Born seems to be fostering that kind of environment, which is just as important as any practical skill he might teach there.

I think we all, ND and Normie alike, could learn some things from his example, and I don't just mean how to forge metal.

Anyway thanks for coming to my TED Talk.

[if-you-fan-a-fire]

“POLICE QUELL ANYOX PARADE,” The Province (Vancouver). February 4, 1933. Page 1.  --- Peace Restored After Demonstrators Make Dash For Town. ---- COMPANY STATEMENT --- VICTORIA. Feb. 4. (CP) Keeping their firearms in their holsters and using their flsts. thirteen officers of the provincial police stood off a body of approximately 400 strikers at Anyox on Thursday evening, repelling two attempts on the part of men to get into the town. In a third attempt the men joined up with another party at the Beach Mine. Order was immediately restored and the affair has simmered down to peaceful picketing of the plant, provincial officials were advised. 

Briefly reviewing the facts, a spokesman for the government said that the situation was well in hand and adequate measures were being taken to see that order Is preserved. It must be understood that the province would not provide relief for men who refused the offer of work, he added. 

Advices to the government showed that the majority of the large number of men at Anyox wish to continue at work. 

MAY CLOSE DOWN. Provincial officers at the scene were reinforced today, and latest reports showed that all was quiet. Representatives of the men have given an undertaking that no damage to property is intended. Provincial officials were chiefly concerned with the possibility that the plant might be permanently closed down by the operating company, which has not sold any copper since 1931 but maintained operations to give employment at the site. 

In a statement Issued today. Mr. Charles Bocking, president and managing director of the Granby company, declares: 'Recently radical agitators entered Anyox and succeeded In forming a union, known as the Mine Workers' Union of Canada, which is identified 'with the Workers' Unity League of Canada and the Red Internationale. 

"On Monday, January 30, these radicals, made up almost entirely of the foreign element employed at the mine and smelter, held a meeting and presented certain demands to the company officials, some of which were an increase in wages, reduction in board, and recognition of this union, advising the officials that if these demands were not met. they would call a strike at the mine on Wednesday, February 1, and would shut down the remainder of the plant on Friday February 3. 

WILLING TO WORK. "The company was unable to meet their demands, as the property had been operated at a heavy loss for the past two years, and has declared that under no circumstances would it recognize this radical union. As a result, the men have carried out their threats, and at this writing the plant is closed down entirely, with the exception of the heat, light and water system. 

"More than half of the employees have not joined the union, and desire to work, but. by reason of widespread intimidation of these loyal workmen and their families, they have been forced to abandon their work, and as a result over one thousand men, who have been regularly employed by the company, are now Idle. 

"There have been some clashes between the strikers and the police and at the present time a serious situation exists and the company is unable to operate.

"The plant at Anyox has, at the earnest solicitation of it local officials, operated for over two year for the benefit of its loyal workmen and the company regrets that by the actions of these foreign laborers, influenced by Communist agitators, the works have been closed down."

[AL: Again, company and provincial police hand in hand to crush a strike, and blaming Reds and foreigners for labour strife - and the newspaper publishing straight up propaganda for the company. Not a surprise - it’s a BC tradition (and Canadian tradition.)]

[laresearchette]

Friday, January 13, 2022 Canadian TV Listings (Times Eastern)

WHERE CAN I FIND THOSE PREMIERES?: SERVANT (Apple TV +) SUPER LEAGUE: THE WAR FOR FOOTBALL (Apple TV +)

WHAT IS NOT PREMIERING IN CANADA TONIGHT? SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS PRESENTS THE TIDAL ZONE (Premiering on January 14 on YTV at 9:30am) GOLD, LIES & VIDEOTAPE (TBD - Discovery Canada)

NEW TO AMAZON PRIME CANADA/CBC GEM/CRAVE TV/DISNEY + STAR/NETFLIX CANADA:

AMAZON PRIME CANADA HUNTERS (Season 2) THE TEST (Season 2)

CBC GEM BUMP (Season 3) FALLING THE U.S. & THE HOLOCAUST

CRAVE TV ALL ABOUT STEVE BACHELORETTE BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA THE BOXTROLLS CAMP COLD BROOK CITIZEN KANE DINE YOUR SIGN: (Season 1) ENEMY THE FABULOUS BAKER BOYS THE FIVE-YEAR ENGAGEMENT FUBAR FUBAR 2 HELL OF A WEEK WITH CHARLAMAGNE THA GOD (Season 1) HIGHWAY THRU HELL (Season 1) I AM BRUCE LEE INCENDIES MID-CENTURY THE MUNSTERS MY DOG SKIP A SINGLE MAN     TEEN MOM: GIRLS NIGHT IN (Season 2) VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS WOMAN IN GOLD YOUR HONOR (Season 2, Episode 1)

DISNEY + STAR THE FLAGMAKERS RETROGRADE THE TERRITORY

NETFLIX CANADA BREAK POINT DOG SKY ROJO (Season 3) SUZAN & FREEK TRIAL BY FIRE

GRAND SLAM OF CURLING (SN) 2:30pm: Canadian Open - Draw #14 (SN1) 6:30pm: Canadian Open - Draw #15 (SN/SN1) 10:30pm: Canadian Open - Draw #16

NLL LACROSSE (TSN/TSN5) 6:30pm: FireWolves vs. Thunderbirds

NHL HOCKEY (SN) 7:00pm: Jets vs. Penguins (SNWest) 10:00pm: Oilers vs. Sharks

OHL HOCKEY (TSN4) 7:30pm: Oshawa Generals vs. Kitchener Rangers

NBA BASKETBALL   (TSN2) 7:30pm: Warriors vs. Spurs (SN Now) 8:00pm: Thunder vs. Bulls (TSN2) 10:00pm: Nuggets vs. Clippers

MARKETPLACE (CBC) 8:00pm: 8:00pm: The People Vs. The Phone Giants: We put the big three phone companies to the test, revealing how you can get the best deal. And we compare Canada’s high prices to other countries.

HOUSE HUNTERS (HGTV Canada) 8:00pm (SEASON PREMIERE):  It's baby fever for two couples who are in a hurry to buy a home before their first baby arrives. In Washington, DC, expectant parents are at odds on price and location, and in California, a couple is conflicted about the cost to get their dream.

STUFF THE BRITISH STOLE (CBC) 8:30pm: Underneath the late Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation throne was a sacred stone that was stolen from Scottish kings. One Christmas night, a group of Glasgow students decided to steal it back.

THE NATURE OF THINGS (CBC) 9:00pm: Rat City: Remarkable superpowers make rats the evolutionary heroes of the animal kingdom.

TRANSPLANT (CTV) 9:00pm: Bash tries saving a couple whose wedding was waylaid by gunfire; Mags' demanding teen patient needs birth control; June struggles with an old habit; an activist patient puts Theo in his place.

SAVING THE MANOR (HGTV Canada) 9:00pm (SERIES PREMIERE): Dean and Borja decide to close their vacation rentals and give their total focus to a long, hard winter of restorations to the manor; first up is the main floor of their historic Stables building.

MID-CENTURY (Crave) 9:00pm:  A couple rent a vacation home haunted by the spirits of the architect who built it and his two wives, as well as their deranged, living son.

CRIME BEAT (Global) 10:00pm: Cindy James: Terror in the Shadows Part 2:  For seven years, Cindy James told police she was being stalked; when the Vancouver nurse's lifeless body was found two weeks after she went missing, and no suspects, a coroner's inquest is called in hopes of solving the mystery.

KEN & BARBIE KILLERS: THE FRIENDS SPEAK (Super Channel Fuse) 10:00pm:  From the outside looking in, the relationship between Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka was picture-perfect, but it was a different story behind closed doors.

CAMP COLD BROOK (Crave) 10:50pm:  Strange events plague crew members of a reality TV show when they visit an infamous backwoods camp that was the site of a mass murder 20 years earlier.

[jamesvince9898]

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[bcgreendemolition]

At BC Green Demolition, we specialise in property restoration, demolition, and asbestos removal in Vancouver. With over 1000 projects completed and 200 satisfied clients, we deliver efficient and innovative solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. As a full-service Demolition Company in Vancouver, we provide 24/7 emergency services and adhere to strict industry standards, prioritising health and safety.

Our mission is to restore properties and peace of mind through our superior services. We aim to be the country's most reliable Asbestos Removal Company, committed to sustainability and protecting the environment.

[penhero]

The summer 2023 Pennant is in the mail! Pen Collectors of America members should see their copies starting later this month. This is the cover shot: A later example of Rider’s Master pen in woodgrain hard rubber. The sculpted gripping area indicates that it was made after Rider moved from Rockford, Illinois, to Ann Arbor, Michigan. This issue is packed with interesting articles: CARBON FIBER: THE REINFORCER David Nishimura explains how carbon fiber can be used in pen restoration. IN THE BEGINNING: ESTERBROOK, PART II Andrew Midkiff continues the story of a company that made a lasting mark in the history of writing instruments. THE PENS OF JAY GRAY RIDER, PART II Douglas Haugen adds to the body of research on the Illinois-based J. G. Rider Pen Company. A PENCIL “AS GOOD AS THE PEN” Jonathan A. Veley shares a portion of his award winning book A Field Guide to Sheaffer’s Pencils. A PULLMAN FROM THE GRAVE Laurence Oldfield describes his complex restoration of a pen that had been buried for decades. A RETRO51SPECTIVE Gary Weimer explores the popularity and collectability of Retro 51. TECH TALK NO. 13: PARKER’S AID FOR THE DISABLED WRITER By Tim Laros and Todd Eberspacher  ARTISAN PROFILE: Ian Schon and SCHON DSGN Let’s Hear It for the Locals: Vancouver Pen Club by Maja Furlong You can sample a PDF of past Pennant articles here: https://pencollectorsofamerica.org/pennant/featured/ If you aren’t a member of the Pen Collectors of America, you should be! You can find more information about joining the PCA and subscribing to the Pennant at this link: https://pencollectorsofamerica.org

[evoappliances]

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"'DEFER PROFITS; GIVE WORK TO ALL' -Wallace R. Campbell," Vancouver Sun. September 11, 1934. Page 1. --- READJUSTMENT RESTS WITH CAPITAL FORD MOTOR PRESIDENT TELLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ---- By SAM G. ROSS ---- Canadian Press Staff, Writer WINNIPEG, Sept. 11. Until the present changing social conditions become stabilized, capital must defer profits and its returns on invested wealth, declared Wallace R. Campbell, East Windsor, Ont., in an address to the ninth annual convention of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce here today.

Upon capital rests the responsibility for taking the initiative in establishing the new social readjustment through which the world is passing, declared Mr. Campbell, president of the Ford Motor Company of Canada.

Capital must do this because capital had the imagination, the training and the ability to assume leadership. But it must do it with the welfare of the nation as a whole always in mind, he said.

Until the proper balance is struck and normal times restored, profits must be deferred.

EMPLOYMENT FOR ALL This had to be done to provide all people able to work with adequate employment at such a return as to enable all to live in accordance with standards commensurate with the calibre of the Anglo-Saxon peoples.

Industry would be the greatest factor in bringing about stabilized conditions.

"As far as Canada is concerned." Mr. Campbell declared, "there can be no normal times until all of our people who are capable of working have an opportunity of gainful employment, free and unfettered by government aid.

The employee's interest must not be subordinated to the interest of the shareholder.

It is well to remember that industry does not support man. It is man who supports industry."

He urged alteration of the "vicious circle" to the "virtuous circle."

"What we need in Canada today is a type of national planning which will direct the country upward upon the ascending spiral of better times until eventually it leads up to the normal times we seek," he added

ELIMINATE DISCONTENT More money had to be injected into the economic structure at the bottom. through wages and the whole business fabric, he states.

The first objective in restoration of better conditions was to improve the conditions of the industrial workers.

Strikes, walkouts, lockouts, etc., were not the results of a proper relationship between employer and worker. Neither did a strong virile nation of independent citizens spring from low wage scales and working conditions akin to slavery.

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Residential Heating Repair Services in Denver: Expert Solutions for Your Home

Reliable residential heating repair services in Denver play a crucial role in maintaining the performance of your heating system, keeping your home warm and energy-efficient. Whether it’s an old furnace acting up or a heat pump that’s struggling to keep up with demand, professional heating repair services can restore your system’s functionality and extend its lifespan.

In this blog, we’ll explore why regular Plumbing & Heating Services in Denver is important, common heating system issues homeowners face, and how Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating provides expert solutions for Denver residents. By the end, you’ll see why Blue Sky is a trusted choice for keeping your home comfortable year-round, and how their comprehensive service offerings set them apart from other providers.

Introduction: The Importance of Residential Heating Repair Services in Denver

Denver experiences harsh winters, which makes the proper functioning of your heating system necessary. This is where professional residential heating repair services in Denver come in.

Working with a trusted company like Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating ensures that your system is maintained and repaired by professionals with the expertise to handle a wide variety of heating systems. From gas furnaces to electric heat pumps, their experienced team can diagnose and fix issues before they turn into costly emergencies.

Just like you rely on the Best Plumbing Service in Vancouver for critical plumbing issues, Denver residents need a reliable service partner for heating repairs. Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating offers solutions tailored to Denver's specific climate, making sure you stay warm even when the temperatures drop.

Common Heating Issues and How Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating Can Help

Your home’s heating system is complex and can face a variety of issues over time. Here are some of the most common heating problems that homeowners in Denver encounter, and how Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating can provide effective solutions.

1. Uneven Heating in Different Rooms

One of the most common complaints from homeowners is uneven heating, where certain rooms remain cold while others are too warm. This could be due to poor ductwork, blocked vents, or issues with the thermostat.

Solution: Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating can inspect your entire heating system, identify the root cause, and recommend solutions such as duct sealing, thermostat recalibration, or vent cleaning to ensure even distribution of heat throughout your home.

2. Unusual Noises from the Furnace or Heat Pump

Noises such as rattling, banging, or squealing coming from your furnace or heat pump are signs that something is wrong. These noises can indicate loose components, failing motors, or debris inside the system.

Solution: Blue Sky’s expert technicians can quickly identify the source of the noise and perform necessary repairs to ensure your heating system operates quietly and efficiently.

3. Frequent Cycling On and Off

If your heating system is frequently cycling on and off, it may be a sign of an improperly sized furnace or a thermostat issue. This can lead to conflicting temperatures and higher vitality bills.

Solution: Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating can perform a thorough system inspection to determine if your furnace is the right size for your home and ensure the thermostat is functioning correctly.

4. Pilot Light or Ignition Problems

For homes with gas furnaces, the pilot light or ignition system can sometimes fail, preventing the furnace from heating the home. This issue is often caused by a faulty thermocouple or ignition switch.

Solution: Blue Sky’s technicians are experienced in diagnosing and repairing pilot light and ignition issues quickly, ensuring your gas furnace is operating safely.

5. Increased Energy Bills

If you’ve noticed an unexplained increase in your energy bills, it could be due to an inefficient heating system. Poor maintenance, clogged filters, or an aging system can all contribute to this.

Solution: Regular maintenance from Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating can keep your heating system running efficiently, reduce energy consumption, and help lower your bills.

Why Choose Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating?

As a leading provider of residential heating repair services in Denver, Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating has built a reputation for delivering quality service and expert solutions. Here’s why they stand out as a top choice for Denver homeowners:

1. Comprehensive Services

Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating offers a wide range of heating services, from simple repairs to complete system installations. Their team is well-versed in working with different types of systems, including furnaces, heat pumps, and boilers. Whether you’re facing a minor issue or need a major overhaul, they have the expertise to get the job done.

2. Experienced and Certified Technicians

The team at Blue Sky consists of licensed and certified technicians with years of experience in handling heating repairs. They stay up to date with the latest advancements in heating technology, ensuring they can repair both older and modern systems.

3. Prompt and Reliable Service

During the cold Denver winters, a heating issue can’t wait. Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating provides prompt and reliable service, ensuring your heating problems are resolved quickly. They also offer emergency services, so you’re never left in the cold.

Preventative Maintenance and Tune-Ups

Routine maintenance is key to ensuring your heating system runs smoothly throughout the year. Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating offers regular maintenance services that can help prevent major breakdowns and extend the life of your system. During an upkeep visit, their specialists will:

Check and replace air filters

Inspect ductwork for leaks

Test the thermostat for accuracy

Lubricate moving parts

Clean the system for optimal performance

These preventative services can save you from costly repairs and help keep your home comfortable.

Heating and Plumbing Services Go Hand in Hand

In addition to heating repair, Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating also offers a full suite of plumbing services. From leaky faucets to complex drainage issues, they are your go-to provider for both heating and plumbing services in Denver and the surrounding areas. Their reputation for being the Heating & Plumbing Experts in Surrey and beyond shows their commitment to excellence across different service areas.

Just as you would rely on the Best Plumbing Service in Vancouver or a trusted commercial plumbing Service in Surrey, Denver homeowners can count on Blue Sky for comprehensive heating and plumbing needs, ensuring that every system in your home is running optimally.

Emergency Heating Repair Services

Heating systems often fail when you least expect it, usually during the coldest times of the year. Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating offers emergency repair services to address urgent heating issues and restore warmth to your home quickly. Whether you’re dealing with a sudden furnace breakdown or a malfunctioning heat pump, their team is ready to provide immediate assistance.

If you’ve ever needed an Emergency Plumber in Aldergrove or an Emergency Plumber in Pitt Meadows, you know how vital it is to have a reliable service on speed dial. Blue Sky’s emergency heating repair services ensure that Denver homeowners never have to wait in the cold for help to arrive.

Conclusion: Keep Your Home Warm with Residential Heating Repair Services in Denver

Maintaining a well-functioning heating system is essential for comfort, safety, and energy efficiency. By working with a trusted provider of residential heating repair services in Denver like Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating, you can ensure that your heating system is always ready to handle Denver’s cold winters.

Whether you need routine maintenance, emergency repairs, or a full system replacement, Blue Sky offers expert solutions tailored to your needs.

Just as you would seek the Best Plumbing Service in Vancouver, commercial plumbing Service in Surrey, or Drain Cleaning Service in Surrey, Denver residents can count on Blue Sky Plumbing and Heating to keep their homes warm and their heating systems running efficiently.

Don’t wait until your heating system breaks down—schedule a service with Blue Sky today and experience why they are Denver’s trusted partner for all your residential heating repair needs.