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ELDERLY residents in Shelf are being plagued by cold callers asking about their home security, say police.

The pensioners are told there has been an increase in crime in the area and then offered a free home visit to check their security.

A police spokesman said: During the telephone conversation people are asked do you currently have a burglar alarm? and are your doors and windows fitted with the correct locks?. We are not saying that these companies are bogus. However, we strongly advise that no information of this nature is given out over the phone.

Residents in the Shelf area who would like a free security check carried out at their home can ring PCSO Sarah Conderson on 07921 282199.

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Official sources said the Home Ministry is likely to review the the methodology adopted to conduct the security profiling of political leaders.

Government on Monday countered the Congress charges of snooping on Rahul Gandhi saying it was making a "mountain out of what is not even a molehill" as information collection was part of a transparent security profiling used on 526 VIPs, including Sonia Gandhi and former Prime Ministers.

In the Rajya Sabha, the issue was raised by Leader of Opposition Ghulam Nabi Azad who said Rahul had been a SPG protectee since his father Rajiv Gandhi became Prime Minister and it was "beyond comprehension" why the police was only now collecting such information on him like his shoe size, colour of hair, habits, his associates, friends and aides.

Official sources said the Home Ministry is likely to review the the methodology adopted to conduct the security profiling of political leaders.

Unwanted questions may be removed from the proforma and new relevant questions can be added, sources said.

Besides, in case of MPs, the secretariates of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha could be taken into confidence while doing the procedure with regards to Parliamentarians, sources said.

The Home Ministry is expected to convene a meeting to review the process of conducting the security profiling of political leaders and take appropriate decisions, sources said.

Responding to the charges, Leader of Rajya Sabha and Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said in both Houses the police has been collecting such information since 1987 on VIPs living in Lutyens Delhi through a proforma as part of a transparent security profiling.

Security needs and profiling should be left to security experts and "we should not attempt to become one", he said, adding "the issue raised is making mountain of what is not even a molehill."

The proforma, which was revised in 1999, has been used to profile former prime ministers H D Dewa Gowda, I K Gujral, Manmohan Singh and Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The same was also used to profile Congress President Sonia Gandhi in October 2004, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012, the Finance Minister said.

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As National Fix a Leak Week gets underway Monday, local water agencies and the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association will join forces to help San Diegans save water and maybe money.

As the potential for water supply reductions increase amid hot weather and a statewide drought, several San Diego-area agencies are urging residents and businesses to save water. Mandatory water conservation measures call for leaks like those from a dripping faucet or a worn toilet flapper be repaired within 72 hours.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said that each year household leaks send more than a trillion gallons of water down the drain nationwide.

"Plumbing leaks waste water and undermine regional conservation efforts," San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors Chairman Mark Weston said. "Thanks to the leadership of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association, San Diego County residents can save money on repair bills while they do the right thing to conserve our precious water supplies."

The water authority started celebrating Fix a Leak Week early by giving away toilet leak detection tablets at the Saint Patrick's Day celebration in Balboa Park and the World Water Day Festival, both on Saturday.

Participating Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association businesses will mark Fix a Leak Week with a 10 percent discount up to $100 for those purchasing products and services related to fixing leaks this week and who mention the water authority partnership, according to the water authority.

"Many people are surprised to learn that they've been wasting water for months or even years without knowing it because of hidden leaks, and that a few common repairs can quickly solve most problems," said Danielle Dorsey, executive director of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association's San Diego chapter.

At 12:30 p.m., the San Dieguito and Olivenhain Municipal water districts will host a session at the Encinitas Community Center on how to find and fix indoor leaks. A 2 p.m. class on troubleshooting outdoor leaks will follow.

On Wednesday, the City of Oceanside will host a workshop at the Civic Center in which a licensed plumber will point out most common household leaks, and how to fix them.

The Sweetwater Authority is offering its customers up to $75 discounts for fixing leaks throughout the month. The San Diego County Water Authority and its member agencies also offer free WaterSmart Checkups and recommendations.

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Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) March 16, 2015

Parker & Sons, Inc. a reliable and dependable heating, cooling and plumbing services contractor that provides comprehensive service throughout the greater Phoenix metropolitan area reports record demand going into 2015 for preventative maintenance programs with regard to residential plumbing. As a growing number of homeowners discover the importance of having a high quality preventative maintenance program in place when it comes to plumbing, there has been a steady increase in the demand for this type of service. Parker & Sons offers one of the most complete and comprehensive types of preventative maintenance programs in the industry. This helps homeowners and businesses to enjoy a greater peace of mind when it comes to a wide array of plumbing related problems and issues.

Parker & Sons offers a wide range of plumbing related services including everything from drain cleaning to sink and faucet repair as well as general plumbing repair and replacement. In addition, the company offers pressure regulator valve inspections along with bathtub and shower installation and repair services. From repairing garbage disposals to installing new garbage disposal units and repairing toilets as well as maintaining and fixing water heaters, Parker & Sons covers virtually every aspect of residential plumbing imaginable. The preventive maintenance programs offered by the company are intended to provide residential and commercial customers with an added level of peace of mind that would otherwise not be possible.

Parker & Sons always ensures that the customer provides approval of pricing prior to any work beginning. The company uses drop cloths and shoe protectors on each and every project as a way to ensure that the property is never damaged during the repair or installation process. It is this level of dedication and commitment to quality customer service that has allowed the company to prosper over the years. Quality workmanship and affordable pricing are just two of the important aspects of the type of work that is provided by this company.

The company is highly regarded in terms of its Better Business Bureau rating and is licensed, bonded and insured. Each technician is trust certified and the company has been voted as one of the top service providers in the region by Ranking Arizona. With a 100% satisfaction guarantee, Parker & Sons is a company that simply gets it right when it comes to outstanding service at fair prices. This recent announcement with regard to record demand going into 2015 for preventative maintenance programs with regard to residential plumbing is additional proof and confirmation that Parker & Sons is a company that stands behind its promises by providing customers with outstanding service for each and every job large and small.

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As National Fix a Leak Week gets underway Monday, local water agencies and the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association will join forces to help San Diegans save water and maybe money.

As the potential for water supply reductions increase amid hot weather and a statewide drought, several San Diego-area agencies are urging residents and businesses to save water. Mandatory water conservation measures call for leaks like those from a dripping faucet or a worn toilet flapper be repaired within 72 hours.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said that each year household leaks send more than a trillion gallons of water down the drain nationwide.

Plumbing leaks waste water and undermine regional conservation efforts, San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors Chairman Mark Weston said. Thanks to the leadership of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association, San Diego County residents can save money on repair bills while they do the right thing to conserve our precious water supplies.

The water authority started celebrating Fix a Leak Week early by giving away toilet leak detection tablets at the Saint Patricks Day celebration in Balboa Park and the World Water Day Festival, both on Saturday.

Participating PHCC businesses will mark Fix a Leak Week with a 10 percent discount up to $100 for those purchasing products and services related to fixing leaks this week and who mention the water authority partnership, according to the water authority.

Many people are surprised to learn that theyve been wasting water for months or even years without knowing it because of hidden leaks, and that a few common repairs can quickly solve most problems, said Danielle Dorsey, executive director of the PHCCs San Diego chapter.

At 12:30 p.m., the San Dieguito and Olivenhain Municipal water districts will host a session at the Encinitas Community Center on how to find and fix indoor leaks. A 2 p.m. class on troubleshooting outdoor leaks will follow.

On Wednesday, the City of Oceanside will host a workshop at the Civic Center in which a licensed plumber will point out most common household leaks, and how to fix them.

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Cincinnati, OH (PRWEB) March 16, 2015

Window Genie has reached an agreement with 3M Company to provide a residential window film solution as part of the companys lauded Envision line of films. The partnership will provide Window Genie, a franchise chain with over 200 units that provides window cleaning and window tinting to homes in more than 24 states, an opportunity to service over 125,000 residential customers with window film that reduces fading, heat and glare and can help lower utility bills.

Beginning April 1, Window Genie franchisees will offer the residential Envision window film options that include clear view, glare control, sun block and shade offerings. The film options range from 70%-40% for total solar energy rejection (TSER), a quality which stands to save homeowners significantly on their utility bills.

Window Genies partnership with 3M is the result of two years of discussions between the companies.

We approached 3M two years ago actively seeking the partnership, said Ken Fisk, Vice President of Operations for Window Genie. We believe Window Genies reputation as an established residential home service business put us in a great position to illustrate to 3M the value of forming a partnership with us. Through two years of conversations pertaining to the opportunity 3M had to penetrate the residential market through a partnership with Window Genie, a company with over 125,000 residential customers in our database, both parties agreed it was mutually beneficial to move forward.

The partnership is mutually beneficial, said Fisk. While Window Genie is able to further customer satisfaction by providing a highly recognizable brand of top quality window film, 3M is able to successfully penetrate the residential market and build brand awareness for their line of residential film among Window Genies customers that span over 200 markets in 24 states.

For years 3Ms line of Envision Wrap Films has been an industry favorite, earning commendations for its high performance, sustainable materials and comprehensive warranty.

Founded in 1994 by Rik Nonelle, Window Genie recently appeared on Inc. Magazines 2014 Inc. 5000 list and on Entrepreneur Magazines list of top 100 home-based franchises. The partnership stands to benefit Window Genie franchisees every bit as it will benefit customers, said Fisk.

We look forward to improved training and support by providing one brand of film to our franchise partners, said Fisk. We believe it will help streamline systems and enable growth with a more successful method of coaching throughout the entire Window Genie system.

About Window Genie Founded in 1994 by Richard Nonelle, Cincinnati-based Window Genie is a mobile cleaning services company focused primarily on its big three services: window cleaning, window tinting and pressure washing. The company also offers, among many other services, dryer vent cleaning, chandelier cleaning and gutter cleaning and re-securing. Window Genie services primarily residential customers, as well as small offices and commercial spaces. The company currently has 77 franchise owners operating more than 200 units in 24 states, and expects to grow to 100 franchisees by the end of 2015 and over 300 within five years. Target markets include California, New York and Florida. For more information, visit http://www.windowgeniefranchise.com.

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