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21 Independent & Free Press, Thursday, June 23, 2011 SHOPLOCAL SHOP SMART... SHOP HALTON HILLS PEOPLE IN BUSINESS Anthony Maan & Michael Patterson (The Halton Window & Door Co.) For Anthony Maan and Michael Patterson of the Halton Window and Door Company, honesty is the best policy. The two pride themselves on not only providing the highest quality services and products, but also educating their clients about the products they sell and the work they do. As the name suggests, the Halton Window and Door Company sells and installs residential windows and exterior doors. As part of their commitment to customer service, Anthony and Michael have opened a 1,200 square-foot showroom at 374 Guelph Street, Georgetown - the plaza at the corner of Guelph Street and Delrex Boulevard. The showroom features full-sized and installed windows and doors so customers can see exactly what they have to offer. What sets the Georgetown-based business apart from others is that Anthony and Michael do all of the selling and installing themselves. They have one crew and maintain the highest standard of installation in the industry. "We don't hire any subcontractors, so the customer is always dealing with one of the owners of the company," Anthony says. SHOPLOCAL SHOP SMART... SHOP HALTON HILLS Georgetown Stereo & Television Keeping up-to-date with all the latest trends in entertainment technology can be pretty overwhelming. Luckily the people of Halton Hills can draw on the expertise of the friendly staff at Georgetown Stereo and Television. Owned and operated by Avril McCormack, Georgetown Stereo and Television sells and services a full array of home entertainment products, from home entertainment systems to LCD, LED and plasma televisions to on-the-wall, in-the-wall and tower speakers. The store's staff also delivers, mounts, wires and sets up all of the products they sell so the only thing their customers have to do is sit back and enjoy. Since opening 21 years ago, Georgetown Stereo and Television has built a very loyal client base thanks to the staff's commitment to customer service. "We go the extra mile for our customers so the technology isn't so overwhelming," Avril says. Avril and the Georgetown Stereo and Television staff enjoy keeping up-to-date with the latest technology and lifestyle trends and passing that information on to their clients. With such a wide array of products from reputable brands like Yamaha and Toshiba, the store's qualified staff can help you find the right product that meets your technological and decorative needs. Drop by today! ANTHONY MAAN 905-877-0177 Toll Free 1-866-323-9992 www.haltonwindows.ca 374 Guelph St., Unit 1 (at Guelph & Delrex) "Helping you have fun at home" AVRIL McCORMICK 140 Guelph Street, Georgetown (Beside the Fruit Market) 905-877-9541 Muttley Crew Dog Training and Daycare Inc. Tom Allen has taken his love of dogs and turned it into a career. Tom is the owner and operator of Muttley Crew Dog Training and Daycare Inc., a Georgetown-based business that offers a variety of dog-related services, including training, walking and daycare. Tom travels to his clients' homes so he can train the dogs - and their humans - in an environment in which they're comfortable. He also provides help in dealing with behavioural issues like fear and aggression, creating customized programs to meet the needs of both the dog and the owners. "People don't necessarily understand their dog and I want to help," he adds. "I want to help from the dog's perspective and I want to help people get the behaviour of their dog under control." In addition to these services, Tom also helps people find the right breed of dog for their lifestyle. He meets with clients and conducts a detailed interview to learn how active they are, how often they're away from home and other information to get an overall view of their life. "Too many dogs end up at the humane society because people don't know what they need or because they don't think there's anybody out there to help with behaviour problems," he says. "If they're willing to work with me and be guided properly, we can make sure their dog doesn't end up there." Darlene Saunders (Blue Springs Spa) Blue Springs Spa is going green. In the last few years, the Acton spa and salon has introduced new lines of natural, organic products. "Our products are good for the body and good for the environment," says Darlene Saunders, who has owned the spa since 2006. "Our clientele is looking for alternatives. They want healthy choices, but to still be beautiful." Blue Springs Spa recently started carrying natural hair care products by Aveda and recently introduced a new skin care line called Eminence, which is completely natural and organic. Both lines are high-end and are only found in select spas and salons. The spa also uses vegan nail polish by Spa Ritual and the sugar scrub used for pedicures is so natural you could eat it. But don't let the products scare you: Blue Springs Spa offers reasonable pricing on all services, whether you're in for an hour or for a full day. Located on Mill Street East in Acton, Blue Springs offers full spa and salon services, from manicures, pedicures and waxing to massages, facials and hair styling. "There is nothing better than knowing you're giving someone a day of rest," Darlene says. "I love making people happy and seeing them look happy and relaxed." TOM ALLEN muttleycrew.ca muttleycrewinc@gmail.com Phone 905-299-1489 Tom Allen, President 519-853-8859 9 Mill St. East, Acton DARLENE SAUNDERS www.bluespringsspa.com Trent Toletzka (Clean Rides) For Trent Toletzka, working with cars is in his blood. With an uncle who owns a garage and a brother who works in vehicle advertising, the car industry runs in the family. Trent worked in car sales for five years before opening Clean Rides Inc. in February. Trent brought his car industry experience to his auto detailing business, which offers services like cleaning, waxing, shampooing, polishing and headlight restoration. He is proud to offer competitive pricing and impeccable service. "We really go the extra mile for our clients," he says. "I like the fact that when somebody brings in their car, how happy they are when the get it back because they can see the results. They can see what their money has paid for." Located at 262 Main Street North in Acton, Clean Rides also services trailers, RV's, motorcycles and boats, as well as vehicles like cars and trucks. Since opening Clean Rides in February, Trent feels that the residents of Halton Hills have really embraced his business. "The people here are great and the local businesses have been very helpful," he says. "It's a close-knit community and I feel like I've been able to build more personal relationships with my customers." For more information, call Clean Rides at 519-853-0007. Denise and Janet (T-Zone Vibration) Denise and Janet opened their T-Zone Whole-body Vibration Studio in Georgetown after personally experiencing and witnessing amazing health results at the Collingwood location. Since January their numerous members have jiggled away hundreds of inches, increased their energy levels, reduced their aches and pains, and some are even avoiding knee surgery. For the serious golfers, a 20-minute daily workout can dramatically increase your flexibility. Have fun, socialize and make new friends while you improve your health, lose inches and build your core muscles. Come and experience a fun, free 10-minute session and learn more about whole body vibration. Monthly membership is $49, no contracts. T-Zone also sells the machines and offers an attractive financing plan. T-Zone Whole-body Vibration Studio is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. C L E A N 262 Main St. N., Acton TRENT TOLETZKA R I D E S I N C. 519-853-0007 Knolcrest Centre - 360 Guelph St., Unit 43, Georgetown DENISE AND JANET (3 doors down from Remax) Tel: 289-891-7874