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		<title>Katy Christian Ministries Annual Gala</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2012 23:03:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Katy Christian Ministries is a Social Service non-profit serving the Katy/West Houston, Fulshear &#038; Simonton Areas. KCM&#8217;s Social Service Departments offer emergency financial assistance, Food Pantries, a Crisis Center that houses the Domestic Abuse Center and the Sexual Assault Center, 2 resale stores and 3 Donation Centers. The Annual Gala will be held this year [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Katy Christian Ministries is a Social Service non-profit serving the Katy/West Houston, Fulshear &#038; Simonton Areas. KCM&#8217;s Social Service Departments offer emergency financial assistance, Food Pantries, a Crisis Center that houses the Domestic Abuse Center and the Sexual Assault Center, 2 resale stores and 3 Donation Centers. </p>
<p>The Annual Gala will be held this year at Safari Texas Ranch in Richmond on Saturday, March 24th at 6:00 pm. Enjoy an evening of visiting with friends and a live and silent auction. Attire is after five cocktail. Tickets are $125 individually, or you can reserve a table starting at $1,000. </p>
<h2>Reserve Your Table/Tickets</h2>
<p>You may purchase sponsorship and tickets online using the “Buy Now” buttons below or more information and additional payment options please contact <strong>Michelle Johns </strong>by calling<strong> 281-391-5261</strong> or use the email form at the end of this page.</p>
<h2>Sponsorship and Benefit Levels</h2>
<h3><strong>Platinum Sponsor: $10,000</strong></h3>
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<li>Three tables for 8 with premier seating</li>
<li>Special recognition in program</li>
<li>Special acknowledgement from Sandy Faucett, CEO during Gala</li>
<li>Special Sponsorship recognition on signage at the event &amp; in program</li>
<li>Company Logo/Name and hyperlink on KCM website</li>
<li>Two teams of 4 to play in the KCM Annual Golf Tournament</li>
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<h3><strong>Diamond Sponsor: $7,500</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Two tables for 8 with priority seating</li>
<li>Special recognition in program</li>
<li>Special Sponsorship recognition on signage at the event &amp; in program</li>
<li>Company Logo/Name and hyperlink on KCM website</li>
<li>One team of 4 to play in the KCM Annual Golf Tournament</li>
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<h3><strong>Ruby Sponsor: $5,000</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>One table for 8 with preferred seating</li>
<li>Special Sponsorship recognition on signage at the event</li>
<li>Company Logo/Name and hyperlink on KCM website</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Emerald Sponsor: $2,500</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>One table for 8 with select seating</li>
<li>Special recognition in program</li>
<li>Company Logo/Name and hyperlink on KCM website</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Table Sponsor: $1,000</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>One table for 8 with reserved seating</li>
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<h3><strong>Individual Tickets: $125</strong></h3>
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<li>One Gala ticket</li>
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<h2>Silent Auction Items Needed</h2>
<p>If you, your company, your small group, Bible Study, Church, neighborhood or organization would like to contribute to the <em><strong>Gala Silent Auction</strong></em> please use the form below to contact us or call Michelle Johns at<strong>281-391-5261</strong></p>
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		<title>Fulshear Freedom Fest &amp; Miss Firecracker Contest</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 21:12:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Henretta</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[The City of Fulshear is hosting its annual 4th of July weekend Freedom Fest beginning 6:30 pm Saturday, July 2, in downtown Fulshear. Festivities begin with a parade through Fulshear, and a laser light show to end the night. The original plan for fireworks were changed recently to a laser light spectacular out of safety [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The City of Fulshear is hosting its annual 4th of July weekend Freedom Fest beginning 6:30 pm Saturday, July 2, in downtown Fulshear.</p>
<p>Festivities begin with a parade through Fulshear, and a laser light show to end the night.<span id="more-15859"></span></p>
<p>The original plan for fireworks were changed recently to a laser light spectacular out of safety concerns during the area&#8217;s severe drought.</p>
<p>Come watch Mayor Kuykendall sing, and if you also want good music &#8220;the Starlettes” will perform. There wil be a “Church Smackdown” Tae Kwon Do demonstration, camel rides, over 30 booths with vendors and kids events like face painting, a clown, and balloon animals.</p>
<p>The Miss Firecracker Contest will also begin at 6:30 pm. The deadline to register your daughters is June 21. You can find the registration form <a title="here." href="http://www.fulsheartx.net/uploaded_brouchers/Miss%20Firecracker%20Contest-150657.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>.  The age categories are 2-5, 6-12, and 13-18.</p>
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		<title>Selah Medi-Spa &amp; Wellness Center</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 04:44:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Henretta</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to Selah Medi-Spa &#38; Wellness Center Katy’s New Hidden Gem Selah Medi-Spa &#38; Wellness Center is Katy’s premier clinic for beauty, wellness, weight loss, physical rehabilitation, HCG, and i-Lipo.  They invite you to treat yourself or give the gift of ultimate comfort and beauty in their newly-opened, state-of-the-art facility located conveniently near Mason Rd. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Welcome to Selah Medi-Spa &amp; Wellness Center</h2>
<h3>Katy’s New Hidden Gem</h3>
<p>Selah Medi-Spa &amp; Wellness Center is Katy’s premier clinic for beauty, wellness, weight loss, physical rehabilitation, HCG, and i-Lipo.  They invite you to treat yourself or give the gift of ultimate comfort and beauty in their newly-opened, state-of-the-art facility located conveniently near Mason Rd. and Kingsland Blvd. in Katy.</p>
<p>They offer anything you could ask for to look and feel your best in a luxurious atmosphere.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0640.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-22210" title="100_0640" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0640-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a>Services include i-Lipo, HCG, hormone deficiency and replacement therapy, nutritional deficiency tests and therapy, Botox, Juviderm, and Latisse treatments, wellness counseling, Zerona laser treatments, deep tissue massage, infrared sauna, personal training, physical therapy, facials, manicures, laser hair removal, and more.</p>
<h3></h3>
<h3><strong>i-Lipo – The Intelligent Alternative to Liposuction</strong></h3>
<p>i-Lipo is the latest in laser lipolysis, offering you a way to achieve inch loss and body contouring with no pain, no needles and no down time.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0646.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-22252" title="100_0646" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0646-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a>The i-Lipo emits low levels of laser energy, which creates a chemical signal in the fat cells, breaking down the stored triglycerides into free fatty acids and glycerol and releasing them though channels in the cell membranes.  The fatty acids and glycerol are then transported around the body to the tissues that will use them during metabolism to create energy.</p>
<p>This process of fatty acid release is a natural response of the body when the body needs to used stored energy reserves, thus i-Lipo is not creating any unnatural reaction in the body nor does it affect or damage any surrounding structures such as skin, blood vessels and peripheral nerves.  A period of exercise post treatment will ensure the complete metabolism and thus elimination from the body of the freed fatty acids.</p>
<p>Selah Medi-Spa is the Katy area&#8217;s only spa authorized to offer this cutting-edge weight loss process.</p>
<h3><strong>What is HCG?</strong></h3>
<p>Many of us have tried a diet at some point in our lives. Sometimes we see results, yet sometimes we go for weeks without the loss of a single pound, making the whole process difficult and discouraging. But what if you could see and feel the results each day? What if you didn’t need to exercise, in fact, it was discouraged? The HCG-Diet, when implemented by the professionals at Selah Medi-Spa, is the ultimate way for you to achieve your weight loss goals!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0652.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-22215" title="100_0652" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0652-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a>Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, commonly called HCG, is a naturally occurring hormone present in pregnant women that allows the baby to feed and grow. Researchers in the 1950s discovered that men and women who took this hormone would safely flush out 4,000 calories at a time, leading to rapid weight loss without loss of muscle tissue.</p>
<p>Blood work is first done to ensure your body levels are within the average range. If they come back normal the doctor begins you on your HCG regimen. If levels are outside the healthy range they are identified and Selah Medi-Spa staff can advise you on what measures to take to bring everything back to normal before HCG dosing can proceed.</p>
<p>An HCG program lasts around 40 days. The hormone is taken by injection and users must follow a strict 500 calorie diet during this period. You will make visits to the clinic about once a week for monitoring.</p>
<p>The typical results from one treatment period are a 30 pound weight loss in women and 40 pounds for men, but much more is possible. If your goals are greater than these, an HCG program can be repeated after a short break.</p>
<p>The best part of HCG is that once your program ends, what you see is the new you! There have been endless numbers of fad diets where as soon as you resume a normal life the pounds come back. With HCG, it’s like you’re given a fresh start with your body. Simply make the proper lifestyle choices this time around and you’ll remain trim for life.</p>
<h2>Spa Services</h2>
<h3>Healing Massage Therapy<a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0628.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-22221" title="100_0628" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0628-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a></h3>
<p>Selah Medi-Spa offers a wide variety of massages in a soothing, relaxed environment by licensed, compassionate professionals.  All treatments are customized to fulfill your needs, and many treatments can be billed directly to your insurance company.</p>
<p>Massage Treatments Include:</p>
<p>Swedish Relaxation, Deep Tissue, Fibromyalgia Treatments, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Structural Integration, Reflexology, Reiki Healing, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Detox, and Cellulite Massage</p>
<h3>Infrared Sauna</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0684.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-22219" title="100_0684" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0684-187x300.jpg" alt="" width="187" height="300" /></a>Infrared Sauna uses infrared heaters to emit infrared radiant heat which is absorbed directly into the human body. The average customer can easily produce 500-1000 grams of sweat during an effective infrared sauna session, thereby burning close to 300-700 Kcal; this is equivalent to running 2-3 miles!</p>
<h3>Facials</h3>
<p>The accomplished aestheticians at Selah Medi-Spa bring your luminous beauty outward.  Their facials are a true pampering experience and personally designed with your skin care needs in mind. Whether you are looking to replenish, revitalize or refine your skin, they use cutting-edge technology with high-powered ingredients to bring about results.</p>
<h3>Botox</h3>
<p>Selah Medi-Spa offers Botox treatments that are safe, fast, and effective in instantly taking years off your face by eliminating deep lines and wrinkles.  Their registered nurse will answer all of your questions are create a custom Botox treatment to administer.  Within hours you can look up to 20 years younger!</p>
<h3>Zerona Laser Treatment</h3>
<p>Melt fat away with light, not liposuction.<a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0622.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-22217" title="100_0622" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0622-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a></p>
<p>Zerona offers the latest in low-level laser body sculpting treatment to remove fat in a safe and effective way.  Unlike liposuction, Zerona is applied externally without the potential complications and side effects.</p>
<p>Zerona works by emulsifying the fatty tissue, which is then released from the cells into the bloodstream where it can be simply passed from the body through the cleansing process.</p>
<p>Patients treated with Zerona have lost up to 20 inches in two weeks from their hips, waist, arms, legs, buttocks, and abdominal area.</p>
<h2>About Us</h2>
<p><a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0686.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-22224" title="100_0686" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/100_0686-187x300.jpg" alt="" width="187" height="300" /></a>Since opening their doors in November, 2011, Selah Medi-Spa has offered the finest in treatments for healthy living.</p>
<p>Every member of their staff prides themselves on getting the results the customer desires.  Whether it is losing weight, gaining radiant skin, being educated on diet and lifestyle choices, experiencing deep relaxation during a massage, or simply coming in for a treatment from someone who treats them as a friend, Selah Medi-Spa has it all.</p>
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		<title>Apex Stone</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 16:22:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>OnlyKaty Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether you are looking for natural stone to enhance the decor of a home or office building, pool or patio, you will find a vast selection in stock at Apex Stone. Determining what stone is suitable for your project can be difficult if you are not familiar with its possible applications or characteristics. For your convenience, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Whether you are looking for <a href="http://www.apexstone.com/" target="_blank">natural stone</a> to enhance the decor of a home or office building, pool or patio, you will find a vast selection in stock at Apex Stone.</strong></p>
<p>Determining what stone is suitable for your project can be difficult if you are not familiar with its possible applications or characteristics. For your convenience, our professionals at Apex Stone can familiarize you with the best material and application while ensuring the most cost efficient means of delivery.</p>
<h2>Full Veneer</h2>
<p>A thickness of 3&#8243; &#8211; 5&#8243; constitutes a Full Stone Veneer. Although this is the most popular size for new home construction in our area, this is not your only option. Please consult with one of our professionals. We will familiarize you with all natural stone options that will best suit your particular project. Learn more about veneer.</p>
<h2>Natural Thin Stone Veneer</h2>
<p>Natural Thin Stone Veneer means that we take a full veneer (3&#8243;-5&#8243;) and saw the face off. We are now working with a lightweight piece that helps to reduce production, shipping, and construction costs. Because of its weight, durability, and low maintenace it has become the material of choice over man made concrete veneer for both exterior and interior uses.</p>
<h2>Patio Stone &#8211; Flagstone</h2>
<p>A natural stone patio or flagstone patio can be the perfect accent to any house. Whether you are building a new home or updating your old patio, we have many flagstone options to compliment any structure. Several thicknesses are available to provide the most cost effective application.</p>
<h2>Landscape</h2>
<p>Explore your creative side with a captivating new landscape. There are unlimited options when deciding your new look, as virtually every product on our yard is applicable.<br />
This category includes stone that can be used for but not limited to: edging, boulders, retaining walls, and water features to name a few.</p>
<h2><a href="http://www.apexstone.com"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-20939" title="apex-stone-katy" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/apex-stone-katy2.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="250" /></a>Pavers</h2>
<p>Apex Stone is proud to announce the introduction of Belgard Hardscapes to its extensive product offering. Interlocking pavers are perfect for walkways and patios. Give your application a touch of elegance by using Pavers. Though still a concrete product, you still get the color of Natural Stone with more uniform shapes. There is no end to the different applications that pavestone can be used.</p>
<p>View the Apex <a href="http://www.apexstone.com/stone-catalog" target="_blank">Stone Catalog</a> for <a href="http://www.apexstone.com/stone-catalog" target="_blank">Stone in Katy, Texas.</a></p>
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		<title>Katy Birth Center</title>
		<link>http://www.onlykaty.com/katy-birth-center/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2011 21:44:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>daphne</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Katy Birth Center is a new center located in the Heart of Katy dedicated to the art of supporting women in their natural birthing and mothering choices while giving all the glory to God. The practice houses three midwives that provide an array of natural care and birthing options, including home birth and birth at [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Katy Birth Center is a new center located in the Heart of Katy dedicated to the art of supporting women in their natural birthing and mothering choices while giving all the glory to God. The practice houses three midwives that provide an array of natural care and birthing options, including home birth and birth at the center.</p>
<h2>Philosophy</h2>
<p>Our fundamental philosophy is that pregnancy and birth are normal, healthy events in the life of a family. Birth is an opportunity for personal growth and the strengthening of relationships. It is a unique process that belongs to the pregnant woman and her family. Benefits of a natural birthing route can include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Fewer Interventions: When your body is working well, it does not need any help! Interventions such as IVs, constant fetal monitoring, and being attached to a blood pressure cuff restrict your movement, which can slow your labor.</li>
<li>More Choices: You don’t have to ask permission to eat, drink or go to the bathroom. There are no machines to unhook or move around.</li>
<li>Pain can be Lessened: When a woman feels safe and secure, her body works more efficiently. Endorphins (the body’s own “morphine-like” substance) flow readily, helping the mother to relax, decreasing the overall pain and time she is in labor.</li>
<li>Family can be Involved at Your Wish: They can be present throughout labor and birth or just close by. They can cut the cord or actually catch the baby (with a little coaching). Many siblings “help” with the newborn exam and dressing the baby for the first time.</li>
<li>Higher Satisfaction: Over 99% of women who have had a home birth or birth center birth will choose to do one or the other with the next pregnancy.</li>
<li>Less Risk of a C-Section: Nationally, the c-section rate is over 32%. Birth center and home birth c-section rates are less than 10%.</li>
<li>Less Risk of Injury: We assist you in gently controlled pushing thereby reducing the risk of tearing or needing to be cut.</li>
<li>Continuity of care: We will be with you throughout the entire process. No shift changes!</li>
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<h2>Services</h2>
<p>Services include: Childbirth Classes, Prenatal Care, Two Birthing Rooms, Water Birth, Nutrition Counseling, Herbs &amp; Homeopathy, Lactation Consultations, Breast Pump &amp; Accessories Sales, Breastfeeding Classes, Postnatal Care.</p>
<h2>Midwives</h2>
<h3>Cathy Rude, LM, CPM</h3>
<p>Cathy has over 18 years of experience in home birth services in the Katy area. She is an Executive Board Member, Executive Board Secretary, and Region 4 Representative of the Association of Texas Midwives. Cathy is also Vice President of the Greater Houston Midwifery Alliance.</p>
<h3>Connie Blokkum, MSN, CNM, IBCLC</h3>
<p>Connie has over 26 years of experience working with mothers and nursing babies. In addition to home and birth center birth services, Connie offers a wealth of information in lactation consultation and breastfeeding product sales.</p>
<h3>Natalie Wommack, RNC, LM, CPM</h3>
<p>Natalie has worked with birthing mothers in a variety of settings for over 30 years and has held an active home birth practice serving 8 Texas counties for the past 6 years.</p>
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		<title>Pine Forest Tennis Camp</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2011 21:52:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Henretta</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Registration is now open for the Pine Forest Country Club Summer Tennis Camp in Katy. The four-day camp is held each week beginning June 7, and lasting through August 12. Interested parents can enroll their children aged 6-15 on the club&#8217;s website. Tennis camp at Pine Forest runs daily Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 am [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Registration is now open for the Pine Forest Country Club Summer Tennis Camp in Katy.  The four-day camp is held each week beginning June 7, and lasting through August 12.</p>
<p>Interested parents can enroll their children aged 6-15 on the club&#8217;s website.</p>
<p>Tennis camp at Pine Forest runs daily Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, and includes lunch.<br />
Campers can expect personalized tutelage from the club&#8217;s professional instructors with an excellent 8 to 1 student to teacher ratio.</p>
<p>Each day camper&#8217;s shots will be recorded in order to review and analyze with their instructors.  This way students will instantly recognize mistakes and see how to improve upon them.</p>
<p>The camp is headed by Glenn Nagorski, club head pro and interim director of tennis, who has more than 16 years of instruction experience.  Previous students under his training have gone on to win tennis awards at the high school and collegiate levels.</p>
<p>Classes are for both beginner and intermediate level tennis players.  Beginners will start by hitting various shots over the net and learning the scoring system.  Intermediate level players will fine-tune their swing, become more consistent at sustaining a rally and bring their game to the next level.</p>
<p>Amenities include the only tennis camp in the Katy and West Houston area with both indoor and outdoor tennis courts to help stay cool in the hot summer sun.  To further help campers cool off after  match play there is a brand new resort-style swimming pool with a 40-foot water slide and a splash pad with a large water dump.</p>
<p>On Fridays campers will enjoy a pizza party with their new friends and have the chance to take an hour of free golf instruction, because who wouldn&#8217;t like to learn that sport too?</p>
<p>The cost for all this is only $149 a week for club members and $169 for non-members.</p>
<p>Enroll your child today for a swinging good time this summer.</p>
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		<title>Casey&#8217;s Pool &amp; Spa</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Apr 2011 21:52:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Casey’s has been building pools in the Houston area since 1984. Our take on the business is simple: Who says a pool has to be expensive? Dennis Clack and Bill Konkus, co-owners of Casey’s Pool &#38; Spa, build their philosophy around the fundamental fact that no one wants to break the bank, but everyone loves [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Casey’s has been building pools in the Houston area since 1984. Our take on the business is simple: Who says a pool has to be expensive? Dennis Clack and Bill Konkus, co-owners of Casey’s Pool &amp; Spa, build their philosophy around the fundamental fact that no one wants to break the bank, but everyone loves a gorgeous pool. Dennis and Bill boast a combined experience of 50 years and the know-how to bring you an efficient, affordable service.</p>
<p>Welcome to Texas in the summer. We are looking at 100+ degree temperatures nearly every day for the next three months, and this summer has so far been extra hot and dry. Isn’t it time you finally beat the scorching heat and provide your family a backyard oasis with a swimming pool?</p>
<p>But you don&#8217;t want just anyone digging in your back yard. You need the company who can provide the three most important services:</p>
<h2>Affordability. Experience. Availability.</h2>
<p>Who says a pool has to be expensive? While Casey’s can build a pool for any budget, from basic to luxury, one thing they all have in common is their affordability. They are able to do this by having less markup on the cost their building supplies than anyone else.</p>
<div id="attachment_16125" class="wp-caption alignleft" style="width: 310px"><a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/caseys-pool-spa/olympus-digital-camera-2/" rel="attachment wp-att-16125"><img class="size-medium wp-image-16125" title="OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/big-fall-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">The most popular water feature is a waterfall which creates an oasis look to your pool. These will be built as a terrace area above the pool, typically out of rocks or boulders, and will recycle water into or away from the pool.</p></div>
<p>Casey’s respects that your family works hard for its money so they simply throw away the outrageous markups the competitors charge and take less profit. Its a formula that has given them countless happy customers over the past three decades.</p>
<p>Simply put there is no better value for the level of craftsmanship combined with experience they can offer you.</p>
<p>The average in-ground pool costs an average of $30,000, with some high-end luxury pools being priced around $55,000. This means with the right financing it is well within the reach of many of Katy’s residents. In fact for many couples building a pool is a sign of reaching a certain level of achievement in life. After buying a home, pools are often the first major investment and upgrade a family will make. Its certainly the most fun investment.</p>
<p>Bill and Dennis have been building pools since 1984. That’s more than 50 years combined experience! No other company can compete with this level of expertise.</p>
<p>The fact is there are no licensing requirements for pool builders in Texas. That means many other companies are simply digging holes in your yard and making a big puddle. The experience of being the oldest pool company in Katy ensures your home’s pool will have nothing but the finest quality results because you don’t want your backyard to be some lesser company’s “experiment.”</p>
<div id="attachment_16124" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 310px"><a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/caseys-pool-spa/olympus-digital-camera/" rel="attachment wp-att-16124"><img class="size-medium wp-image-16124" title="Rock Water Slide" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/water-slide-pool-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Many people assume that when they have their swimming pool installed, they are left to decide between getting a slide or a diving board installed for the young and the young at heart to play on.</p></div>
<p>Casey’s has countless testimonials from happy, satisfied customers, including celebrities they’ve built for such as Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton and numerous professional athletes. They have an “A” rating from the Better Business Bureau, and a vested stake in the local community in their sponsorship of local swim teams.</p>
<p>They have designed specialty pools including themed pools, handicapped accessible pools, shallow and wading pools, and deep pools for diving boards.</p>
<p>Their state-of-the-art Pool Studio software will allow you to upload a photo of your actual house and design a pool with them so you can see exactly what it will look like.</p>
<p>But the best part of Bill and Danny’s experience comes in the level of care they give each pool. They are out personally with the digging team at each pool. They take pride in working outdoors and seeing a project come together from the ground up.</p>
<p>They also take the small measures to make sure you are completely satisfied in the job, such as cleaning up your backyard the construction debris other companies leave behind.</p>
<p>If there is ever any problem, their team is also always available.</p>
<div id="attachment_16129" class="wp-caption alignleft" style="width: 310px"><a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/caseys-pool-spa/pools-spas-467/" rel="attachment wp-att-16129"><img class="size-medium wp-image-16129" title="Night pool" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/pools-spas-467-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Automatic digital pool controls allow the capability to control a salt generator system, wireless spa side controls, in-house wall control panels with digital readouts, computer interfacing and systems which allow telephone communication.</p></div>
<p>They have an open-door customer service policy at their design center, which is open six days a week, Monday through Saturday and are always available for emergency services.</p>
<p>Bill and Danny live in Katy and take great pride in seeing satisfied customers out around town, and even being invited to customer’s homes for pool parties. They are now building pools for the children of some of their first customers from when they first started.</p>
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		<title>Ceramics by Tess</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:39:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Henretta</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to Ceramics by Tess, Katy’s finest and friendliest ceramics studio! How It Works Upon first entering Ceramics by Tess you will be welcomed by a smiling staff and walls featuring a seemingly endless variety of unfinished ceramic pieces to choose from. You or your kids select the piece you want to create, decide if [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Ceramics by Tess, Katy’s finest and friendliest ceramics studio!</p>
<h2>How It Works</h2>
<p>Upon first entering Ceramics by Tess you will be welcomed by a smiling staff and walls featuring a seemingly endless variety of unfinished ceramic pieces to choose from.</p>
<p>You or your kids select the piece you want to create, decide if you want a glazed or acrylic finish and get to work painting.  All brushes, paints and other supplies will be there waiting for your use at no additional cost.  Acrylic pieces have a flat finish, dry quickly and can be taken home as soon as the paint dries.  Glazed pieces have a glossy finish and must be heated in the kiln to give them a proper seal.  They are available for pick up in one week for you to take home.  However, when they are ready, Tess places them right in the front window so you can spot it as you walk in.  Imagine the sense of pride in your child when they see their work out on display!</p>
<div id="attachment_16867" class="wp-caption alignleft" style="width: 310px"><a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/ceramics-by-tess/tess/" rel="attachment wp-att-16867"><img class="size-medium wp-image-16867" title="Tess" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Tess-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Tess gives guidance to painters at work in her studio.</p></div>
<p>Customers are free to stay as long as they wish to perfect their crafts, and unlike other ceramics studios are not charged any sitting fee and there is no limit on color choices.  Free personal instruction is available for anyone from first timers to experts.</p>
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<p>At Ceramics by Tess the great majority of ceramic pieces, more than 70 percent, are made right in the studio.  Tess has a true knack for acquiring molds of all varieties, both contemporary and genuine antiques.  Many of her molds are from the 1940’s, 50’s and 60’s, allowing you to decorate your house in that authentic ‘retro’ look, or make a piece for grandma that is an exact replica of an adornment from her childhood.</p>
<h2>A Fun Place to Be</h2>
<div id="attachment_16868" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 310px"><a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/ceramics-by-tess/kids1/" rel="attachment wp-att-16868"><img class="size-medium wp-image-16868" title="Kids1" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Kids1-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">People of all ages, whether 1 or 101 can develop their artistic skills and create a piece to last a lifetime.</p></div>
<p>Ceramics by Tess is also a fun place to come hang out.  Every Thursday night is Adult Night, where you can bring your own wine or beer and have a great date night or girls night out.  On the weekend portions of the studio can be rented out for fun birthday parties.</p>
<p>This entire summer bring the kids for summer camp running Monday through Friday from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm.  Campers will participate in the 12 various projects throughout the summer and learn the basics of paining and working with clay, as well as make tons of new friends.</p>
<div id="attachment_16869" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 310px"><a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/ceramics-by-tess/frames/" rel="attachment wp-att-16869"><img class="size-medium wp-image-16869" title="Frames" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Frames-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">These fun photo frames make the perfect gift for parents and grandparents.</p></div>
<p>Among the new additions to Tess’ studio are capabilities to make your own clay pieces.  Form bowls, bird feeders or nearly any shape you like, or take a spin on the pottery wheel.</p>
<h2>Helping the Community</h2>
<p>One of the most rewarding reasons to shop with Ceramics by Tess is that your money stays local and contributes to some great causes.  Tess helps local children by working with Artreach to provide scholarships to local camps.  She works with the Krause Center to give underprivileged children a chance to express themselves through art.  She also brings ceramics to local seniors homes to allow those stricken with Alzheimer&#8217;s a chance for mental and creative stimulation.</p>
<div id="attachment_16870" class="wp-caption alignleft" style="width: 310px"><a href="http://www.onlykaty.com/ceramics-by-tess/christmas/" rel="attachment wp-att-16870"><img class="size-medium wp-image-16870" title="Christmas" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Christmas-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Remember baby&#39;s first Christmas or birthday with their tiny hand and footprints.</p></div>
<p>Upon meeting Tess you’ll see right away how much she cares about the community and enriching it through art.  Ceramics by Tess has been a labor of love for the owner.  It started when she took her children to buy an overpriced and underwhelming ceramics kit at the mall to do as a family activity.  Her enjoyment and talent at the craft grew until she began traveling, doing shows and parties, and selling ceramics out of her van.  Eventually she opened her studio and it has become a family-run business, with all of her four children working there at various points.  Not too bad for a woman who says she flunked her art class back in high school!</p>
<p>Ceramics by Tess has been a blessing for her family and it can be one for yours as well.  There is no better way to create a new family heirloom that can be passed down for generations then by making one here.  From holiday decorations that the kids will get excited about setting out every year, to newborn baby and children’s hand or footprints in clay (or even the puppy’s paw prints), this is the place to go to create memories that will last a lifetime.</p>
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		<title>The Dollar Floor Store</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 15:34:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>OK Press</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Dollar Floor Store stays ahead of all the latest trends and styles when it comes to pre-finished hand-scraped engineered and solid wood floors, wood laminates, vinyl tile and vinyl plank, travertine, slate, porcelain and ceramic flooring, and carpet from premier manufacturers such as Shaw, Mohawk, Mannington, and Emser Tile. We are the only area [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Dollar Floor Store stays ahead of all the latest trends and styles when it comes to pre-finished hand-scraped engineered and solid wood floors, wood laminates, vinyl tile and vinyl plank, travertine, slate, porcelain and ceramic flooring, and carpet from premier manufacturers such as Shaw, Mohawk, Mannington, and Emser Tile.  We are the only area flooring store to offer the exclusive HGTV Collection by Shaw.</p>
<h3>About Us</h3>
<p>You’ve been there before.  The flooring nightmare.</p>
<p>Walking inside of a home megabox store, past the countless aisles of insulation, pipes, Christmas decor put out in July, lawnmowers, and countless other products you could care less about.  You and the wife can’t find a single employee except for the pushy one you don’t want to talk to, the dreaded lady hawking store credit cards on you. Finally, up in the distance, you spot flooring.  There’s already a line of five people impatiently waiting to talk to the single employee they have maintaining the department.  Your turn finally comes to speak to the kid in the orange apron who has no idea what he’s talking about*, and you show him the tile you’d like to match for your kitchen.</p>
<p><a rel="attachment wp-att-13380" href="http://www.onlykaty.com/the-dollar-floor-store/dollar-floor-store/"><img class="size-medium wp-image-13380 alignleft" title="Dollar Floor Store" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Dollar-Floor-Store-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a>“Sorry, we don’t have that kind any more, I think,” says orange apron kid.  “I’ve only been here two months but I hear we’ve been out of that for like three months.”</p>
<p>Weary and heartbroken you leave the megabox store.  You turn to your wife and say ‘maybe we can check that other megabox store down the street with the kids in red aprons.’</p>
<p>Or you could skip all this and go directly to Dollar Floor Store.</p>
<p>The Dollar Floor Store, located at 511 South Mason Road, is the smartest place to shop for flooring in Katy because it beats area competition in three important ways.</p>
<h3>Prices.  Service.  Knowledge.</h3>
<p>Everyone claims good prices, but Dollar Floor Store carries the largest inventory in the area.  It is a cash and carry store, meaning most everything is right there in stock.  The chain stores have very little in stock, meaning products need to be specially ordered, driving up the price.  Because Dollar Floor Store does large volume orders from the outset they get savings discounts on the exact same brands and products that can be passed on to the customer.</p>
<p>Another reason Dollar Floor Store is able to offer such low prices becomes clear when you walk in the store.  They take pride in not wasting money making the store “pretty”.  Don’t worry, there are many attractive displays and viewing their inventory is easy.  But they don’t worry about fancy lighting, decorations on the walls and that sort of thing.  This no-nonsense approach to shopping is a welcome relief, especially when you look at the bottom line of your purchase.</p>
<div id="attachment_17111" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 310px"><a rel="attachment wp-att-17111" href="http://www.onlykaty.com/the-dollar-floor-store/brands/"><img class="size-medium wp-image-17111" title="brands" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/brands-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Dollar Floor Store has a huge variety of high-quality products from the leading brands, including Mannington, Shaw, Armstrong, Stainmaster and more.</p></div>
<p>They challenge you to view their inventory’s prices, then go somewhere else.  You will be back.</p>
<p>To go with the best prices is a customer service experience that is second to none.</p>
<p>For starters, as noted in the horror story above, once other stores run out of a product, its gone.  Meaning if you like the hardwood in your living room you put down two years ago and want to extend it into the dining room, good luck finding it at the chain store.  Because Dollar Floor Store maintains such close relationships with the manufacturers, if they run low on something, they can simply re-order it.</p>
<p>Furthermore if you have something special in mind that is not in the current inventory, there is nothing they can’t get.</p>
<p>An exclusive service only Dollar Floor Store offers is providing the full line of Shaw&#8217;s HGTV Collection.  Any time you are watching your favorite show on the Home &amp; Garden Network and you see a flooring product, you can get that exact item only at Dollar Floor Store!</p>
<div id="attachment_17112" class="wp-caption alignleft" style="width: 310px"><a rel="attachment wp-att-17112" href="http://www.onlykaty.com/the-dollar-floor-store/hardwood-floor/"><img class="size-medium wp-image-17112" title="hardwood floor" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/hardwood-floor-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Give your home the classic look and feel of hardwood floors.</p></div>
<p>If you aren&#8217;t a do-it-yourselfer, Dollar Floor Store provides the best service when it comes to your installation as well.  All of their contractors have at least 10 years experience, are licensed and have thorough background checks.  The best part is that the Dollar Floor Store never receives one penny from contractors.  All they care about is matching you and your new floor with the most qualified individuals without pushing any unnecessary installation services. This also helps further keeps your costs down.</p>
<p>Store employees offer top-notch customer service.  Whereas some places have pushy salespeople, some who worry most about their commission, Dollar Floor Store associates take their time with each customer to identify their exact needs.</p>
<p>For example, while in the store recently a woman came in needing heavy-duty grade carpet squares for her office (a product not available at the box stores by the way).  The employee helping her explained everything to her about the which carpet squares would be best for an office setting and showed her a wide-variety of samples.  Then he went the extra mile by getting on the phone with various vendors to hunt down the best price for her.</p>
<p>When asked why they went to such lengths to help this customer, the employee said, “We appreciate that this is a large expense for people.  We live here, so when I happen to bump into her at Kroeger’s in five months, I want her to recognize me as the guy who got her order perfect and exceeded her expectations.  There is nothing better than word-of-mouth referrals.”</p>
<div id="attachment_17113" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 310px"><a rel="attachment wp-att-17113" href="http://www.onlykaty.com/the-dollar-floor-store/hgtv/"><img class="size-medium wp-image-17113" title="HGTV" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/HGTV-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">They are the area&#39;s only flooring company that sells the HGTV Collection by Shaw. Any flooring product shown on your favorite HGTV shows, such as Homes on Homes and others, is available exclusively at Dollar Floor Store. See it on HGTV, love it, and have that exact product installed in your home!</p></div>
<p>A final element that separates Dollar Floor Store’s service is that they are able to offer financing with great terms through GE Capital to customers to help with payment costs.  They offer six months of no interest, with 18 month total financing.</p>
<p>Part of the reason Dollar Floor Store can provide such quality service is the product knowledge they are armed with.</p>
<p>All of the employees have at least two years of experience in floor sales.  There are five employees, who specialize totally in floors.  These aren’t disinterested part-time workers in aprons like other places.  They continuously undergo training and stay on top of trends in the flooring world.</p>
<p>In-depth knowledge of all the products allows the staff to cater to everyones’ needs, get them the right floor for every budget.</p>
<h3>Dollar Floor Store History</h3>
<p>Dollar Floor Store began in 2007 in College Station.  The idea was born out of a tent sale the ownership ran in the parking lot of Brazos Valley Carpet Outlet.  It was such a smashing success that they realized what a great idea it was to open a discount floor company using the same principals of discounts that come with their purchasing power.  They also had many years in the flooring business and established close, friendly relationships with vendors and manufacturers they draw on to this day.  While initially a close-out store, Dollar Floor Store quickly changed their plan and began to stock top-quality warrantied products just like any other flooring store.  They are aligned with all major vendors.</p>
<div id="attachment_17114" class="wp-caption alignleft" style="width: 197px"><a rel="attachment wp-att-17114" href="http://www.onlykaty.com/the-dollar-floor-store/tile/"><img class="size-medium wp-image-17114 " title="tile" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/tile-187x300.jpg" alt="" width="187" height="300" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Rows of tile are waiting for you to take home today.  Dollar Floor Store offers a huge variety of stone, porcelain and ceramic tiles for any room in the house.</p></div>
<p>In July 2009, Dollar Floor Store opened their second location, here in Katy.  Of all possible locations Katy was chosen because of the area’s rapid population growth and wanted to become a part of the city’s success story.  They became the first and only in-stock style flooring company in Katy.  Though the first six months were difficult as they lacked name recognition in the area.  This also coincided with a rough period in the American economy when retail sales slipped across the board.  They were able to weather the storm once word-of-mouth began to spread and people found out what great deals Dollar Floor Store has to offer.</p>
<p>Dollar Floor Store is a proud, patriotic, American company.  Though they sell all lines of products, they take great pride in recommending American made companies such as Mannington and Shaw.  They believe in doing their part to keep manufacturing jobs here in the country and helping to revitalize the American economy.</p>
<p>The company’s main goal for the future is to push into some of Katy’s upscale homes, including the Cinco Ranch area.  Regional Manager Barry Ely says for some of these customers the greatest challenge is getting past the name and understanding the quality of products available.</p>
<p>“Luxury customers, we have everything for you,” Ely said.  “Don’t be afraid of the name.  There are no cheap foreign knockoffs here.  This is an American owned and operated company and we sell nothing but the best.”</p>
<p>Ely adds, “Do you need to buy from a store with fancy, yet pointless displays, or do you want the exact same product at a better price?  It doesn’t matter what your budget is, everyone should want to keep as much of their money as possible.”</p>
<p>The Dollar Floor Store has so far proven themselves a worthy alternative to the high-priced flooring stores.  The employees and management have an emotional attachment to the company you will see upon entering.</p>
<p>“We are a family here and just want a fair shot in the community,” says Ely.  “This is a trustworthy, do-as-we-say company and I guarantee you’ll be happy shopping with us.”</p>
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<p>*Editor’s Full Disclosure:  I used to be orange apron kid in flooring.  I had no idea what I was talking about and neither did my coworkers.  These guys at Dollar Floor Store do!</p>
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		<title>Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2011 15:10:43 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>The World&#8217;s Greenest Carpet Cleaner.</h2>
<p>Why do more people choose Oxi Fresh for carpet cleaning in Katy? Our  system offers the fastest dry time possible; one hour on average.</p>
<p>Because our Katy residential carpet cleaning services use the natural  power of oxygen to clean, they’re completely safe for children and pets.  Our advanced carpet cleaning technology uses a powerful, yet non-toxic,  three-part oxygenated cleaning system designed to dissolve, emulsify,  encapsulate and remove dirt; with no sticky residue or slow drying  times.</p>
<h2>We also clean tile, grout, area rugs,  upholstery and mattresses!</h2>
<p>By providing world class customer service and offering the lowest  prices available, Oxi Fresh has become Katy’s carpet cleaning expert.  What does Oxi Fresh do? We specialize in many services in addition to  carpet cleaning in Katy! We also clean tile, grout, area rugs,  upholstery and mattresses.</p>
<p>Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning® is non-toxic, with a low moisture  application process perfect for pet odor removal and pet stain removal. Our quick one hour dry time also lets you call your local Katy carpet  cleaning franchise for emergency cleanings as needed. (Check out our  Katy carpet cleaning coupons for special savings).</p>
<h2>Our Guarantee</h2>
<p>Oxi Fresh also guarantees that no crunchy residue from the cleaning products will be left behind. After contacting Oxi Fresh for an appointment, you and your carpet cleaning technician will do a walk-through, pointing out high traffic areas or stains that have been bothering you. Your cleaning technician will then spray your carpet with Green cleaning products that are safe for your children and pets. The carpet cleaning machine is designed to reach deep into your carpet pile and remove dust mites, allergens, soils, and other contaminants, thus improving the air quality of your home.</p>
<h2>Family Owned and Operated in Katy</h2>
<p>Owned and operated by Jim Hammer and his son JC Hammer, local Katy residents, Oxi Fresh of West Houston provides oxygen powered cleaning.  And because Oxi Fresh uses oxygen, they only use two-gallons of water per cleaning job as opposed to other carpet cleaners who use upwards of 60-gallons.</p>
<p>“Because we use the power of oxygen to clean carpets, we are able to offer our customers a quick one-hour dry time,” says Jim Hammer, owner of the Katy Oxi Fresh business. “Our ‘green’ carpet cleaning solutions can help homeowners throughout Katy keep their carpets clean all year long.”</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[If You Want It Done the Right Way, Call Brightway! Choosing the right company to clean your home’s carpet, tile, and upholstery can be a daunting decision. You invest so much in your home and want to make sure you get it right. Don’t call any carpet cleaning company until you listen to this Free [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>If You Want It Done the Right Way, Call Brightway!</h2>
<p>Choosing  the right company to clean your home’s carpet, tile, and upholstery can  be a daunting decision. You invest so much in your home and want to  make sure you get it right. Don’t call any carpet cleaning company until  you listen to this Free Recorded Message! Call anytime 24 hours a day.  1-888-495-6448.</p>
<p>For  38 years, Katy area customers have been making the right decision every  time they call Brightway for their carpet cleaning needs.</p>
<h2>Services</h2>
<p><a rel="attachment wp-att-18601" href="http://www.onlykaty.com/brightway-carpet-cleaning/before-after-carpet-2/"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-18601" title="Before &amp; After Carpet (2)" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/Before-After-Carpet-2-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a>Get  your carpets looking almost brand new again with their cleaning process  that uses hot water extraction from their truck-mounted units. This  process is commonly referred to as steam cleaning, which is the most  thorough type of cleaning available. They also offer several different  types and brands of protectors. Protectors prolong the life of your  carpet and belongings by making it more difficult for dirt to wear out  the fibers. If you have noticed carpet ripples, buckles, or damage to  your carpet, Brightway can professionally repair or restretch these  problem areas. They also offer treatment for odor control, pet urine,  and spot removal.</p>
<p>Sick  of looking at those filthy grout lines? Brightway will clean your tile  and grout with the latest technology and equipment on the market for the  most thorough cleaning you’ve ever seen! After cleaning, they suggest  applying a tile and grout sealer so you will have less chance of  permanent and ground in stains. It will also make it easier to keep your  floors clean.<a rel="attachment wp-att-18602" href="http://www.onlykaty.com/brightway-carpet-cleaning/before-after-cushion/"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-18602" title="Before &amp; After Cushion" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/Before-After-Cushion-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a></p>
<p>Brightway  takes pride in their knowledge of specialty fibers and cleaning methods  of all types of rugs, including orientals. They bring the rugs to their  shop to test the color and to determine the proper cleaning method.  Rugs are cleaned at least twice on front and back and inspected to be  sure they are cleaned to your satisfaction. They also offer the services  of re-fringing and repairs of some area rugs.</p>
<p>Don’t  forget your furniture! Your furniture deserves the best cleaning care  possible that only a professional like Brightway can offer. They combine  expert knowledge, techniques, and cleaning methods to solve many  cleaning problems posed by today’s wide variety of fabrics, such as  silk, jacquard, wool, nylon, velour, velvets, and micro-fibers.  Professional cleaning actually prolongs the life of your furniture and  helps eliminate the expense of re-upholstering.</p>
<p>Some  of Brightway’s other services include the cleaning and protection of  mattresses, drapery, and automobile and RV interiors. It is not merely  the services offered that makes Brightway the best, but the quality and  care in which they perform it.</p>
<h2>Go With the Best</h2>
<p><a rel="attachment wp-att-18603" href="http://www.onlykaty.com/brightway-carpet-cleaning/tile-grout-cleaning/"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-18603" title="Tile &amp; Grout Cleaning" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/Tile-Grout-Cleaning-187x300.jpg" alt="" width="187" height="300" /></a>Brightway  Carpet Cleaning is family owned and operated and has been serving the  greater Houston/Katy area since 1974. They are dedicated to providing  their customers with the highest quality service at reasonable and fair  prices. They employ caring and certified technicians who share their  dedication in quality and integrity. This insures that their customers  get the best value for their money.</p>
<p>Brightway  has been on the Better Business Bureau to educate the public on how to  chose a good carpet cleaner and how to avoid the “Bait &amp; Switch”  companies. Have you ever called a discount company who promises low  rates, only to have them arrive and add on extra fees? This will never  happen with Brightway. Once a quote is given and agreed upon, that is  what you can expect to pay. No surprises.</p>
<p>This  company has established a strong reputation in the <a rel="attachment wp-att-18604" href="http://www.onlykaty.com/brightway-carpet-cleaning/auto-interior-cleaning/"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-18604" title="Auto Interior Cleaning" src="http://www.onlykaty.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/Auto-Interior-Cleaning-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a>community by  providing personal attention, quality service, and satisfied customers.  At Brightway, they will go out of their way to ensure their customers  are pleased with the services they provide. They guarantee the most  thorough cleaning ever or they will come back and re-clean for free. The  majority of their customers come to them by referral.</p>
<p>If You Want It done the Right Way, Call Brightway!</p>
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