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Bosley and the Bosley Bobbers for the Holidays
Bosley … How Bosley Bobbers became so popular.
We all know them as bobble heads and have seen them in many movies but this iconic item as become the new preferred stocking stuffer and office gift for many. Now bosley bobber characters range from Teddy Roosevelt to Jesse Jackson and even Jesus.
We love these items because they fall under the $20 gift mark with a price of around $13-$15, plus they look really cool on a desk.
Another neat thing about Bosley Bobbers is that they take custom orders. Now we have no idea what order size you need to place a custom order, but don’t plan on calling Bosley and asking for a one-off for a gift. However, if you have a specialty store that has regional interest (sports teams, schools, etc.) this might just work for you.
Bosley says that they search for the lowest price on their runs so if you’re interested give them a call.
If it’s too late for a holiday gift, get ready for birthday gifts in 2009. View bobbers here.
You can contact Bosley Bobbers at:
Commercial Snow Removal Companies > Columbus, Ohio
Commercial Snow Removal Companies and Review. See community pick below.
Every Winter, Central Ohio is hit with unpredictable weather and frequent snowstorms that clog streets and disrupt local businesses. In our current economy, a slowdown in business due to snow accumulation is not something business owners can afford.
Cities are responsible for clearing the streets but they are obviously not going to clear commercial lots. If your lot is not clear, customers will go elsewhere but it’s not just about your lot being clear, it’s about having it clear before your competition does. When consumers have a choice between 2 competing commercial centers, one without snow removal and the other completely clear, they obviously head to the clear lot.
A recent poll showed that 60% of consumers are making efforts to move to smaller, more fuel efficient vehicles. This trend is great for conservation and savings but the lack of snow-capable SUV’s will have a definitive impact on businesses that are not prepared.
If you’re a business owner in Central Ohio, working to maintain cash flow, here are a few tips that will help this Winter when the weather is not cooperating:
1. Let people know you’re open. This may seem obvious but many retail stores are closed or in the process of closing. If you’re open, let the signs show it.
2. On days where weather is difficult, give your customers a reason to stick around. Create a warm environment and differentiate your business from the competition.
3. Open the door for your customers. We’ve seen a bank chain start opening the door for all customers. It’s a nice gesture particularly when a customer is coming in from the cold.
4. Keep your walks clear of snow and ice.
5. Make sure entry from the street to your lot and to your door is completely clear of snow BEFORE your competition.
A few little changes can make a big difference for businesses in Central Ohio.
For commercial snow removal our community pick is:
M.A. Souders, Inc.
Call (614) 875-3122
3M Window film > Columbus Ohio > Choices Solartex tinting and..
Your Columbus, Ohio pick for home and commercial window tinting and film:
3154 North Star Road
Columbus, Ohio 43221
phone (614) 807-2443
Window Film FAQ
Window tinting and film for homes and commercial buildings have come a long way. The uses have changed significantly too with big increases in the number of installs for residential homes.
Why the big increase? Most people feel the environment has changed due to global warming or natural causes. Exposure to sun is more damaging or at least people are more aware of it. The fact that you have a roof over your head doesn’t mean that damaging rays don’t enter the home ergo the use for window tint and window film.
In fact the Skin Cancer Foundation put out an informational piece on the risks of sitting next to windows with sun exposure. Most people feel that they’re protected inside buildings but that’s not the case, in fact it can be harmful even in the winter. You can read about it here.
Have you ever been in a home where the carpet, furniture or flooring was faded due to sun exposure? We’ve seen this quite often particularly in homes with large windows facing the sun’s path. These rays not only damage items in your home they also unnecessarily heat up the house during the Summer months.
A home has always been considered the safest place for a family. This will likely remain but steps can be made to make it even safer with window tint and film.
There are several companies that offer home window film services from Solar-tex to Sunblock Window Film. There are also several brands of film and adhesive with the most recognizable name being 3M but there are other quality brands that offer a different approach for your specific needs.
It’s not all about blocking damaging rays:
The most notable use for home window tint and film is to block dangerous rays from the sun. Obviously this helps year-round. The sun is more intense in the Summer but the glare from the sun hitting the snow can be blinding in the Winter months so the value is definitely good for all seasons.
When we started looking for window film for our home our original effort was to block the sun’s rays but it turns out our favorite use was for privacy. Most people don’t know this but many films kind of act like 1 way glass from a distance. This means from inside your home you can see out but people from the street can’t see in. This is nice for privacy and also for safety. It’s quite a deterrent for thieves who have no idea if someone is in the house or not. They’ll likely search for easier targets.
While we’re talking about thieves we’ll mention the benefit of having film on your windows in the event the glass is broken. Window film helps to maintain the integrity of the glass, keeping it together and making it more difficult to break through. Whether it’s an errant baseball or someone with bad intentions, it’s not easy to break.
There are great reasons to have window film installed in your home, these were just a few. As we mentioned before there are several companies offering home window tinting and film. Two of the primary companies in Columbus are Solartex and Sunblock Window Film.
Here’s what you need to know when making your decision on a company:
-Check on the warranty. What happens if the film bubbles or cracks? Will they replace it? Does the warranty transfer to a new owner and for how long?
-Ask for references. Any good company should be able to quickly give you 3 recent references. Be sure to call the references and ask lots of questions.
-Ask specifically who will be installing the window film. This is a big deal that most people forget when they pay for services. You might be signing up with the biggest company on the block but that doesn’t mean that the person installing at your home is qualified or experienced.
-Price isn’t always the most important and this can go either way. Just because a price was lower doesn’t mean you won’t get great service. A high price won’t guarantee great service either. Get access to the decision maker in the company and see if they have a true interest in making you a happy customer.
All of this takes a bit of time but in the end you’ll be happy with your window film.
Your Columbus, Ohio pick for home and commercial window tinting and film:
Sun Block Window Film
3154 North Star Road
Columbus, Ohio 43221
phone (614) 807-2443
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