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Crayton Advisors is located in Naples, Florida. Crayton Advisors is an investment and advisory firm focused on acquiring and managing multifamily, retail, office and hotel/resort assets in major markets throughout the U.S., having a value exceeding $2 billion dollars. Crayton Advisors is made up of a seasoned team of advisory, asset management and capital markets professionals. We have a unique customer concentric focus with a goal of helping investors and owners of real estate exceed market level returns on a risk adjusted basis. ...read more

Crayton Advisors is located in Naples, Florida. Crayton Advisors is an investment and advisory firm focused on acquiring and managing multifamily, retail, office and hotel/resort assets in major markets throughout the U.S., having a value exceeding $2 billion dollars. Crayton Advisors is made up of a seasoned team of advisory, asset management and capital markets professionals. We have a unique customer concentric focus with a goal of helping investors and owners of real estate exceed market level returns on a risk adjusted basis. ...read more

Wild Flowers    Did you know Wildflowers do much more than give La Florida, the "land of flowers" its unique sense of place? Because they have adapted to Florida's conditions and pests, they typically require less water, fertilizer and pesticides than other flowers. They also support myriad native wildlife, from bees to hummingbirds. Native Wildflowers, which occur in most of Florida natural ecosystems, are now being cultivated for use along roadsides and in meadows and landscapes. When used in an urban landscape, native Wildflowers add color, texture and excitement to any garden palette. On roadsides, they help control erosion, decrease mowing and add beauty to the drive.  John Gursoy   ...read more

NAPLES, FLORIDA     In the Path of a Storm: TREE DAMAGE PREVENTION There is no way, except for complete enclosure, to protect trees from all storm damage. Trees do not adapt to worst-case scenario storms, only to our average wind and climate. However we can minimize the main types of storm damage with the following guidelines. Let trees adjust to the wind environment.Tight Staking and Guying at the time of planting is, in most cases, not necessary. If left in place too long it might girdle a tree trunk. Proper pruning techniques are helpful.Cut dead, diseased and weakly attached branches before they become larger than two inches in diameter. Proper pruning minimizes a number of structural problems that lead to tree damage. Keep trees as healthy as possible.Do so with timely and adequate watering and mulching. Healthy trees are more likely to change in the environment, are more wind firm and react more effectively to damage. Do not over-fertilizethe tree with nitrogen or over water the soil. This can increase the crown surface area and or decrease the rooting area. This type of biological change makes the tree more susceptible to storm damage. Eliminate lopsided crowns.Prune branches to produce a reasonably symmetrical crown. If more than 70 percent of the crown is on one side of a mature tree, consider tree removal or replacement. Most importantly, we are here to answer your questions and assist whenever needed. Have a safe season!   Have a safe season by trimming your trees, lot mowing, getting rid of debris and contacting a landscape specialist to make sure your property is save ...read more

(Those ugly black lines around the baseboards and under doorways) If you have light colored carpet, you may have experienced these dark lines that appear on the carpet. This soiling is called filtration soiling because it comes from air passing through the carpet as it is attempting to get through the crack between the carpet and the baseboard or under a closed door. This occurs over a significant period of time and is not noticed until a build-up has occurred. This type of soiling is difficult to remove because the soil particles are so fine that they penetrate deep into the carpet pile, sometimes into the backing of the carpet. Can it be removed? Sometimes. With special products, time and effort, reasonable results can be achieved. Call Chem-Dry Carpet Cleaning by Warren for a free phone consultation and estimate. To help prevent filtration soiling, vacuum and wipe the edges of the carpeting on a regular basis. ...read more

While area rugs are a beautiful addition to any room, they receive a fair amount of traffic and can quickly become dirty. Let Chem-Dry Carpet Cleaning by Warren bring the patterns and colors of your area rugs back to their original beauty. Our professionals can clean nearly any rug and have it virtually looking as good as new. Our cleaning products don’t leave sticky dirt-attracting residue, so your rugs will stay cleaner longer. And, with an application of our patented Protectant, your rugs will stand up better against the spills and mishaps of everyday life. Your oriental and area rugs are not just treasures; they are also very valuable investments. That’s why we clean them with so much care and attention to detail. Utilizing the basic elements of air and naturally carbonating water, Chem-Dry uses specialized tools and equipment designed for area rugs. We provide an effective, yet gentle, cleaning process that is powerfully soft. Our specialized drying technique will minimize wicking and preserve the dye within the fibers of your rug. This leaves the colors of your rug vibrant and fresh just like the day you bought it. Our expert technicians will evaluate your rug to evaluate and implement the best process for cleaning, following the centuries old processes of the Middle East, where some of the world’s finest rugs originate. ...read more

5 Reasons to Choose the Experts at Chem-Dry Carpet Cleaning by Warren 1. Values Chem-Dry adheres to a set of core values that guide our thinking and lead to our decisions. These values help us accomplish our mission of providing the best possible service to every customer. Our values are summarized in 5 reasons why to choose Chem-Dry Carpet Cleaning by Warren 2. Quality Chem-Dry is known for quality carpet care at a great value. We have been providing superior cleaning service to Fort Myers, FL and surrounding areas, while the Chem-Dry brand has been the leader in the industry for more than three decades. As the largest carpet cleaning company in the nation, Chem-Dry is dedicated to the highest level of quality service. We combine the brand trust of a national system with local service. You know we'll work hard to take care of our community's cleaning service needs, because we live here too. 3. Expertise We are experienced in servicing a variety of types of fabric, providing the appropriate care for even the finest carpets, rugs and upholstery. We are qualified and knowledgeable in a wide variety of carpet and upholstery cleaning services. We take ongoing opportunities to gain new experiences, add services and improve our tools as we always strive to stay on top of our industry. Call us to speak with one of our professional staff members. 4. Education Chem-Dry believes in educating both our staff and our customers. By educating our Chem-Dry staff through annual training and required certification, we stay on the cutting edge of the carpet cleaning industry. By educating our customers, they become more knowledgeable about cleaning and caring for their floors, rugs and upholstery. This helps customers make better cleaning decisions and increases the long-lasting effect of Chem-Dry services. Ask us about our ongoing education to keep at the cutting edge of cleaning technology. 5. The Chem-Dry Brand Promise We will delight our customers with the cleanest and fastest drying carpets and upholstery in the industry. Our products will be expertly applied so as to be gentle on carpets and property, safe for people and pets, and our services will be delivered by trustworthy, friendly professionals.Trust the Chem-Dry experts. ...read more

Hurricane Management Group provides Impact Window and Door installation, repair, replacement to improve the protection, security or property value of a residential or commercial high-rise building in Collier County and throughout South Florida. We can assist you with the design and installation of your hurricane management project to help achieve your goals. We make the entire process as effective and professional as possible, and provide you with options so that you can make the best informed decision possible. Also, we have built strong professional relationships with windows, doors, and shutters manufacturers. Types of Hurricane High Impact Doors: - Entry Doors- Exterior Doors- French Doors- Front Doors- Garage Doors- Glass Doors- Patio Doors- Sliding Glass Doors- Traffic Doors We have built strong professional relationships with windows, doors, and shutters manufacturers. This allows us to provide quality impact windows and doors at lower prices than our competition. We can help you minimize damage related to hurricanes by the installation of:• Hurricane Impact Windows and Doors• Hurricane Resistant High Impact Doors• Hurricane Resistant High Impact Windows We invite Naples, Florida, residents to Contact Us for a FREE ESTIMATE. Please call to schedule an estimate for cost to get a FREE ESTIMATE. Collier County: (941) 251-0030 Naples FL Naples is a city in Collier County, Florida. As of July 1, 2007, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city’s population at 21,653. Naples, Florida, is a principal city of the Naples-Marco Island, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area, which had an estimated total population of 315,839 on July 1, 2007. Although Naples is the official county seat of Collier County. The courthouse is located in East Naples FL. Naples was founded during the late 1880s by former Confederate general and Kentucky U.S. Senator John Stuart Williams and his partner, Louisville businessman Walter N. Haldeman, the publisher of the Louisville Courier-Journal. Throughout the 1870s and ’80s, magazine and newspaper stories telling of the area’s mild climate and abundant fish and game likened it to the sunny Italian peninsula. The name Naples caught on when promoters described the bay as “surpassing the bay in Naples, Italy”. Major development was anticipated after the railroad reached Naples FL on January 7, 1927, and the Tamiami Trail linking Naples to Miami was completed in 1928, but it did not begin until after World War II. During the war the Army Air Force built a small air field and used it for training purposes. It is now the Naples Municipal Airport. Fill was required to repair damage from a 1945 hurricane. A local dredging company, Forrest Walker&Sons, created a lake north of 16th Ave S, between Gordon Drive and Gulf Shore Blvd. In 1949 Forrest Walker asked Mr. Rust to sell him the 296 acres from Jamaica Channel to today’s 14th Ave. S. The Jamaica Channel was widened, one canal was dredged, and 14th Ave S was created by March 1950 and a new subdivision was named “Aqualane Shores” at the opening party that same year. Additional channels were eventually added to the south of 14th Ave S and are named alphabetically for local water birds. These Initial channels, canals, and coves were dredged and bulldozed from the mangrove swamps. Where shallow rock precluded digging, land was filled to create lots with navigable water. The numerous canals and waterfront homes add a distinctive feature to the south portion of Naples FL and provide access to the Gulf of Mexico for many homeowners. The economy of Naples is based largely on tourism and was historically based on real estate development and agriculture. Due to its proximity to the Everglades and Ten Thousand Islands, Naples is also popular among ecotourists. The Naples area is home to several major land reserves, including the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Everglades National Park, Big Cypress National Preserve, Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge, Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, and Picayune Strand State Forest. Pelican Bay FL is to the north. Golden Gate FL is to the east. Marco Island is to the south. Hurricane Charley Hurricane Charley was the second major hurricane of the 2004 Atlantic hurricane season. Charley lasted from August 9 to August 15, and at its peak intensity it attained 150 mph (240 km/h) winds, making it a strong Category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale. The storm made landfall in southwestern Florida at maximum strength, thus making it the strongest hurricane to hit the United States since Hurricane Andrew struck Florida twelve years before, in 1992. After moving briskly through the Caribbean Sea, Charley crossed Cuba on Friday, August 13 as a Category 3 hurricane, causing heavy damage and four deaths. That same day, the hurricane crossed over the Dry Tortugas, just 22 hours after Tropical Storm Bonnie struck northwestern Florida. This was the first time in history that two tropical storms struck the same state in a 24-hour time period. At its peak intensity, Hurricane Charley struck the northern tip of Captiva Island, causing severe damage in both areas. Charley, the strongest hurricane to hit southwest Florida since Hurricane Donna in 1960, then continued to produce severe damage as it made landfall on the peninsula near Port Charlotte. The hurricane continued to the north by northeast along the Peace River corridor, devastating the small cities of Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, Cleveland, Fort Ogden, Nocatee, Arcadia, Zolfo Springs, Sebring, and Wauchula. Zolfo Springs was isolated for nearly two days as masses of large trees, power pole, power lines, transformers, and debris filled the streets. Ultimately, the storm passed through the central and eastern parts of the Orlando metropolitan area, still carrying winds gusting up to 106 mph (171 km/h). Interestingly, the city of Winter Park, north of Orlando, also sustained considerable damage since its many old, large oak trees had not experienced high winds. Falling trees tore down power utilities, smashed cars, and their huge roots lifted underground water and sewer utilities. The storm slowed as it exited the state over New Smyrna Beach and Ponce Inlet, just south of Daytona Beach. The storm was ultimately absorbed by a front in the Atlantic Ocean shortly after sunrise on August 15, near southeastern Massachusetts. Damage in the state totaled to over $13 billion (2004 USD). Charley initially was expected to hit further north in Tampa, and caught many Floridians off-guard due to a sudden change in the storm’s track as it approached the state. Hurricane Charley was a compact, fast-moving storm, which limited the scope and severity of the damage. ...read more

Hurricanes and ferocious storms pass through South Florida every year. Because of this, you should protect your residential or commercial property with the right type of hurricane damage prevention windows and doors to protect against high velocity winds. If a window or door breaks, you run the risk of significant property damage, or even personal injury. Many buildings cannot withstand the pressure differences caused by strong winds. If you own property in Collier County, Contact Us for a FREE ESTIMATE. We can help you minimize damage related to hurricanes by the installation of:• Hurricane Accordion Storm Shutters• Hurricane Roll Away Shutters• Hurricane Roll Down Shutters• Hurricane Roll Up Shutters• Hurricane Shutter High-Rise Installation• Storm Panel Hurricane Shutters We invite Naples, Florida, residents to Contact Us for a FREE ESTIMATE. Collier County: (941) 251-0030 Naples FL Naples is a city in Collier County, Florida. As of July 1, 2007, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city’s population at 21,653. Naples, Florida, is a principal city of the Naples-Marco Island, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area, which had an estimated total population of 315,839 on July 1, 2007. Although Naples is the official county seat of Collier County. The courthouse is located in East Naples FL. Naples was founded during the late 1880s by former Confederate general and Kentucky U.S. Senator John Stuart Williams and his partner, Louisville businessman Walter N. Haldeman, the publisher of the Louisville Courier-Journal. Throughout the 1870s and ’80s, magazine and newspaper stories telling of the area’s mild climate and abundant fish and game likened it to the sunny Italian peninsula. The name Naples caught on when promoters described the bay as “surpassing the bay in Naples, Italy”. Major development was anticipated after the railroad reached Naples FL on January 7, 1927, and the Tamiami Trail linking Naples to Miami was completed in 1928, but it did not begin until after World War II. During the war the Army Air Force built a small air field and used it for training purposes. It is now the Naples Municipal Airport. Fill was required to repair damage from a 1945 hurricane. A local dredging company, Forrest Walker&Sons, created a lake north of 16th Ave S, between Gordon Drive and Gulf Shore Blvd. In 1949 Forrest Walker asked Mr. Rust to sell him the 296 acres from Jamaica Channel to today’s 14th Ave. S. The Jamaica Channel was widened, one canal was dredged, and 14th Ave S was created by March 1950 and a new subdivision was named “Aqualane Shores” at the opening party that same year. Additional channels were eventually added to the south of 14th Ave S and are named alphabetically for local water birds. These Initial channels, canals, and coves were dredged and bulldozed from the mangrove swamps. Where shallow rock precluded digging, land was filled to create lots with navigable water. The numerous canals and waterfront homes add a distinctive feature to the south portion of Naples FL and provide access to the Gulf of Mexico for many homeowners. The economy of Naples is based largely on tourism and was historically based on real estate development and agriculture. Due to its proximity to the Everglades and Ten Thousand Islands, Naples is also popular among ecotourists. The Naples area is home to several major land reserves, including the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Everglades National Park, Big Cypress National Preserve, Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge, Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, and Picayune Strand State Forest. Pelican Bay FL is to the north. Golden Gate FL is to the east. Marco Island is to the south. Hurricane Charley Hurricane Charley was the second major hurricane of the 2004 Atlantic hurricane season. Charley lasted from August 9 to August 15, and at its peak intensity it attained 150 mph (240 km/h) winds, making it a strong Category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale. The storm made landfall in southwestern Florida at maximum strength, thus making it the strongest hurricane to hit the United States since Hurricane Andrew struck Florida twelve years before, in 1992. After moving briskly through the Caribbean Sea, Charley crossed Cuba on Friday, August 13 as a Category 3 hurricane, causing heavy damage and four deaths. That same day, the hurricane crossed over the Dry Tortugas, just 22 hours after Tropical Storm Bonnie struck northwestern Florida. This was the first time in history that two tropical storms struck the same state in a 24-hour time period. At its peak intensity, Hurricane Charley struck the northern tip of Captiva Island, causing severe damage in both areas. Charley, the strongest hurricane to hit southwest Florida since Hurricane Donna in 1960, then continued to produce severe damage as it made landfall on the peninsula near Port Charlotte. The hurricane continued to the north by northeast along the Peace River corridor, devastating the small cities of Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, Cleveland, Fort Ogden, Nocatee, Arcadia, Zolfo Springs, Sebring, and Wauchula. Zolfo Springs was isolated for nearly two days as masses of large trees, power pole, power lines, transformers, and debris filled the streets. Ultimately, the storm passed through the central and eastern parts of the Orlando metropolitan area, still carrying winds gusting up to 106 mph (171 km/h). Interestingly, the city of Winter Park, north of Orlando, also sustained considerable damage since its many old, large oak trees had not experienced high winds. Falling trees tore down power utilities, smashed cars, and their huge roots lifted underground water and sewer utilities. The storm slowed as it exited the state over New Smyrna Beach and Ponce Inlet, just south of Daytona Beach. The storm was ultimately absorbed by a front in the Atlantic Ocean shortly after sunrise on August 15, near southeastern Massachusetts. Damage in the state totaled to over $13 billion (2004 USD). Charley initially was expected to hit further north in Tampa, and caught many Floridians off-guard due to a sudden change in the storm’s track as it approached the state. Hurricane Charley was a compact, fast-moving storm, which limited the scope and severity of the damage. ...read more

Hurricane resistant garage doors provide wind protection in the event of a major storm. Hurricane Management Group provides:• Hurricane Garage Door Repair, Replacement&Installation• Reinforcement & Hurricane Protection for Garage Doors• Garage Door Parts• Aventura Garage Door Repair and Replacement, Collier County Do You Know That…The garage door is potentially the largest and weakest opening of your home to a hurricane? According to the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes about 80% of residential hurricane wind damage starts with wind entry through garage doors? The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has identified the loss of the garage door as one of four major factors in homes damaged and destroyed in Hurricane Andrew? As the American Red Cross warns, if your garage door fails, the full fury of the hurricane will enter your house and in all probability blow off your roof and destroy your home? We invite Naples, Florida, residents to Contact Us for a FREE ESTIMATE. Collier County: (941) 251-0030 Naples FL Naples is a city in Collier County, Florida. As of July 1, 2007, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city’s population at 21,653. Naples, Florida, is a principal city of the Naples-Marco Island, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area, which had an estimated total population of 315,839 on July 1, 2007. Although Naples is the official county seat of Collier County. The courthouse is located in East Naples FL. Naples was founded during the late 1880s by former Confederate general and Kentucky U.S. Senator John Stuart Williams and his partner, Louisville businessman Walter N. Haldeman, the publisher of the Louisville Courier-Journal. Throughout the 1870s and ’80s, magazine and newspaper stories telling of the area’s mild climate and abundant fish and game likened it to the sunny Italian peninsula. The name Naples caught on when promoters described the bay as “surpassing the bay in Naples, Italy”. Major development was anticipated after the railroad reached Naples FL on January 7, 1927, and the Tamiami Trail linking Naples to Miami was completed in 1928, but it did not begin until after World War II. During the war the Army Air Force built a small air field and used it for training purposes. It is now the Naples Municipal Airport. Fill was required to repair damage from a 1945 hurricane. A local dredging company, Forrest Walker & Sons, created a lake north of 16th Ave S, between Gordon Drive and Gulf Shore Blvd. In 1949 Forrest Walker asked Mr. Rust to sell him the 296 acres from Jamaica Channel to today’s 14th Ave. S. The Jamaica Channel was widened, one canal was dredged, and 14th Ave S was created by March 1950 and a new subdivision was named “Aqualane Shores” at the opening party that same year. Additional channels were eventually added to the south of 14th Ave S and are named alphabetically for local water birds. These Initial channels, canals, and coves were dredged and bulldozed from the mangrove swamps. Where shallow rock precluded digging, land was filled to create lots with navigable water. The numerous canals and waterfront homes add a distinctive feature to the south portion of Naples FL and provide access to the Gulf of Mexico for many homeowners. The economy of Naples is based largely on tourism and was historically based on real estate development and agriculture. Due to its proximity to the Everglades and Ten Thousand Islands, Naples is also popular among ecotourists. The Naples area is home to several major land reserves, including the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Everglades National Park, Big Cypress National Preserve, Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge, Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, and Picayune Strand State Forest. Pelican Bay FL is to the north. Golden Gate FL is to the east. Marco Island is to the south. Hurricane Charley Hurricane Charley was the second major hurricane of the 2004 Atlantic hurricane season. Charley lasted from August 9 to August 15, and at its peak intensity it attained 150 mph (240 km/h) winds, making it a strong Category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale. The storm made landfall in southwestern Florida at maximum strength, thus making it the strongest hurricane to hit the United States since Hurricane Andrew struck Florida twelve years before, in 1992. After moving briskly through the Caribbean Sea, Charley crossed Cuba on Friday, August 13 as a Category 3 hurricane, causing heavy damage and four deaths. That same day, the hurricane crossed over the Dry Tortugas, just 22 hours after Tropical Storm Bonnie struck northwestern Florida. This was the first time in history that two tropical storms struck the same state in a 24-hour time period. At its peak intensity, Hurricane Charley struck the northern tip of Captiva Island, causing severe damage in both areas. Charley, the strongest hurricane to hit southwest Florida since Hurricane Donna in 1960, then continued to produce severe damage as it made landfall on the peninsula near Port Charlotte. The hurricane continued to the north by northeast along the Peace River corridor, devastating the small cities of Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, Cleveland, Fort Ogden, Nocatee, Arcadia, Zolfo Springs, Sebring, and Wauchula. Zolfo Springs was isolated for nearly two days as masses of large trees, power pole, power lines, transformers, and debris filled the streets. Ultimately, the storm passed through the central and eastern parts of the Orlando metropolitan area, still carrying winds gusting up to 106 mph (171 km/h). Interestingly, the city of Winter Park, north of Orlando, also sustained considerable damage since its many old, large oak trees had not experienced high winds. Falling trees tore down power utilities, smashed cars, and their huge roots lifted underground water and sewer utilities. The storm slowed as it exited the state over New Smyrna Beach and Ponce Inlet, just south of Daytona Beach. The storm was ultimately absorbed by a front in the Atlantic Ocean shortly after sunrise on August 15, near southeastern Massachusetts. Damage in the state totaled to over $13 billion (2004 USD). Charley initially was expected to hit further north in Tampa, and caught many Floridians off-guard due to a sudden change in the storm’s track as it approached the state. Hurricane Charley was a compact, fast-moving storm, which limited the scope and severity of the damage. ...read more

Roofing Installation and Repair: Considering commercial or residential roof repair or roofing installation? Hurricane Management Group has quality roofing products to give your property a great look and lasting durability. Our roofing contractors will give you a FREE ESTIMATE to describe roofing costs in Naples, Collier County, Florida. Our roof replacement contractors install your new roof securely, safely and quickly. We obtain the proper construction permits and inspect our work to ensure adherence to the necessary construction codes. With many years of experience and the necessary resources to get the job done right the first time, you can relax knowing your roofing installation project will be done right the first time. Hurricane Management Group provides roof construction services, including: - Pre-installation inspection- Obtaining any necessary permits- Roofing materials delivered to your home- Removal of existing roofing materials- Authorized, licensed, and insured installer- Adherence to installation standards- Clean-up and debris removal- Final inspection Properly installed, a new roof can increase your property’s resale value and prevent costly repairs. Please call to schedule an estimate for cost to get a FREE ESTIMATE. Collier County: (941) 251-0030 Naples FL Naples is a city in Collier County, Florida. As of July 1, 2007, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city’s population at 21,653. Naples, Florida, is a principal city of the Naples-Marco Island, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area, which had an estimated total population of 315,839 on July 1, 2007. Although Naples is the official county seat of Collier County. The courthouse is located in East Naples FL. Naples was founded during the late 1880s by former Confederate general and Kentucky U.S. Senator John Stuart Williams and his partner, Louisville businessman Walter N. Haldeman, the publisher of the Louisville Courier-Journal. Throughout the 1870s and ’80s, magazine and newspaper stories telling of the area’s mild climate and abundant fish and game likened it to the sunny Italian peninsula. The name Naples caught on when promoters described the bay as “surpassing the bay in Naples, Italy”. Major development was anticipated after the railroad reached Naples FL on January 7, 1927, and the Tamiami Trail linking Naples to Miami was completed in 1928, but it did not begin until after World War II. During the war the Army Air Force built a small air field and used it for training purposes. It is now the Naples Municipal Airport. Fill was required to repair damage from a 1945 hurricane. A local dredging company, Forrest Walker&Sons, created a lake north of 16th Ave S, between Gordon Drive and Gulf Shore Blvd. In 1949 Forrest Walker asked Mr. Rust to sell him the 296 acres from Jamaica Channel to today’s 14th Ave. S. The Jamaica Channel was widened, one canal was dredged, and 14th Ave S was created by March 1950 and a new subdivision was named “Aqualane Shores” at the opening party that same year. Additional channels were eventually added to the south of 14th Ave S and are named alphabetically for local water birds. These Initial channels, canals, and coves were dredged and bulldozed from the mangrove swamps. Where shallow rock precluded digging, land was filled to create lots with navigable water. The numerous canals and waterfront homes add a distinctive feature to the south portion of Naples FL and provide access to the Gulf of Mexico for many homeowners. The economy of Naples is based largely on tourism and was historically based on real estate development and agriculture. Due to its proximity to the Everglades and Ten Thousand Islands, Naples is also popular among ecotourists. The Naples area is home to several major land reserves, including the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Everglades National Park, Big Cypress National Preserve, Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge, Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, and Picayune Strand State Forest. Pelican Bay FL is to the north. Golden Gate FL is to the east. Marco Island is to the south. Hurricane Charley Hurricane Charley was the second major hurricane of the 2004 Atlantic hurricane season. Charley lasted from August 9 to August 15, and at its peak intensity it attained 150 mph (240 km/h) winds, making it a strong Category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale. The storm made landfall in southwestern Florida at maximum strength, thus making it the strongest hurricane to hit the United States since Hurricane Andrew struck Florida twelve years before, in 1992. After moving briskly through the Caribbean Sea, Charley crossed Cuba on Friday, August 13 as a Category 3 hurricane, causing heavy damage and four deaths. That same day, the hurricane crossed over the Dry Tortugas, just 22 hours after Tropical Storm Bonnie struck northwestern Florida. This was the first time in history that two tropical storms struck the same state in a 24-hour time period. At its peak intensity, Hurricane Charley struck the northern tip of Captiva Island, causing severe damage in both areas. Charley, the strongest hurricane to hit southwest Florida since Hurricane Donna in 1960, then continued to produce severe damage as it made landfall on the peninsula near Port Charlotte. The hurricane continued to the north by northeast along the Peace River corridor, devastating the small cities of Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, Cleveland, Fort Ogden, Nocatee, Arcadia, Zolfo Springs, Sebring, and Wauchula. Zolfo Springs was isolated for nearly two days as masses of large trees, power pole, power lines, transformers, and debris filled the streets. Ultimately, the storm passed through the central and eastern parts of the Orlando metropolitan area, still carrying winds gusting up to 106 mph (171 km/h). Interestingly, the city of Winter Park, north of Orlando, also sustained considerable damage since its many old, large oak trees had not experienced high winds. Falling trees tore down power utilities, smashed cars, and their huge roots lifted underground water and sewer utilities. The storm slowed as it exited the state over New Smyrna Beach and Ponce Inlet, just south of Daytona Beach. The storm was ultimately absorbed by a front in the Atlantic Ocean shortly after sunrise on August 15, near southeastern Massachusetts. Damage in the state totaled to over $13 billion (2004 USD). Charley initially was expected to hit further north in Tampa, and caught many Floridians off-guard due to a sudden change in the storm’s track as it approached the state. Hurricane Charley was a compact, fast-moving storm, which limited the scope and severity of the damage. ...read more

Arm your home with Chem-Dry World Famous Spot Remover for Water-Based Spills and World Famous Grease&Oil Remover for oil-based spots. Order when you schedule your next cleaning appointment withChem-Dry Carpet Cleaning by Warrenso you are ready to deal with spills! Here are some spot removal tips to help you maintain the life of your carpets in-between regular cleanings. 1. Act Quickly! Most carpet available today has been treated with a stain-resist treatment, so many spills can be removed if immediate action is taken. The longer the delay, the higher the probability of a spill becoming a permanent stain. Remember, staining is influenced by many factors, and no carpet is completely stain proof. 2. Blot liquids with a dry, white, absorbent cloth or white paper toweling (no printing). 3. Do not scrub the area! Scrubbing may cause pile distortion in the affected area. Continue to use a dry cloth or paper towels until the area is completely dry. For semi-solids, gently scrape up with a rounded spoon. Solids should be broken up and vacuumed until completely removed.  4. Pretest any spot removal agent in an inconspicuous area to be certain the solution will not damage the fiber or the dye. After applying several drops to the testing area, hold a white cloth on the wet area for 10 seconds. Examine the carpet and cloth for color transfer, color change, or damage to the carpet. If a change occurs, another cleaning solution should be selected.  5. Apply a small amount of the selected cleaning solution to a white cloth and work in gently. 6. Work from the edges of the spill to the center to prevent the spill from spreading. Do not scrub! Blot to absorb as much of the stain as possible. Repeat if necessary. 7. Continue using the first cleaning solution as long as there is a transfer of the spill to the cloth. It is not necessary to use all of the cleaning solutions if the first solution removes the spill. 8. Be patient! Complete removal of the spill may require repeating the same step several times. Do not continue to step 9 until the stain has been completely removed. 9. Rinse the affected area thoroughly with cold water, and blot with a dry cloth until all of the solution has been removed. Some cleaning solutions will cause rapid soiling if the solution is not completely removed. 10. Apply a one-half inch layer of white paper towels to the affected area, and weigh down with a flat, heavy object. Continue to change paper towels as needed. A dry, absorbent, cleaning compound may be used as a substitute to accelerate drying time. ...read more

Do you or someone you love suffer from constant allergies even at home? Regular cleanings with Chem-Dry Carpet Cleaning by Warren will reduce not only the amount of dust and allergens in your home or business but also eliminate any unhealthy bacteria. Many of our customers have reported a significant reduction in allergy symptoms after we̢۪ve applied our Dust Mite Anti-Allergen Treatment. Not only does our quick dry time eliminate any chance of mold, mildew or bacteria from growing in your clean carpets, but we can also apply a professional strength sanitizer that helps to destroy unhealthy bacteria that may be festering in your carpets. This a great choice to protect homes with pets and children. Let us show you the Chem-Dry difference of a Drier, Cleaner, Healthier home or business. ...read more

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