Shade One Awnings Review (732) 500-0876

The following is a review for Shade One Awnings and a log of what it took for me to install a motorized retractable awning on my home in a gated, 55+ community in Jackson, NJ. We have an HOA board that must approve all exteriorhome improvements. There is basic criteria the contractor must meet before being able to work and bring employees onto the property. Their business must be licensed and insured, each employee must have workers compensation insurance and their commercial vehicles must have proof of commercial auto insurance. Knowing all of that, we gladly take and seek out referrals from our neighbors on home improvements. You have no idea what we had to go through for our generator and front landscaping.

My neighbor recommended I call Don from Shade One Awnings and get a Sunsetter for my unbearably hot patio. We have never been able to use it since we moved in. My neighbor told me she received the Sunsetter DVD package in the mail before calling and ordering hers. The package had the local dealer info printed on the front and that is how she found Don and Shade One. She still had the package and gave it to me so I was able to know basically what I wanted before he got there. When i called, Don answered and told me he was going to send over Matt for the estimate because he handles evening appointments after 6PM. Matt came over the next night on time at 6PM and had the courtesy to call us earlier to confirm the appointment . Matt was a complete gentleman, not a pushy salesman and was so patient with my husband. We went through the fabric book and picked a color that matched our siding best. Matt filled out the application for our homeowners association and told us he would send the insurance info to the HOA. We gave him a deposit and he left us a copy of the contract, some sunsetter brochures and a business card in a neat folder.

The next day my husband and I walked over to the club house and dropped off the modification request application. They told us that they already received the insurance certificates from Shade One and the application was now complete and ready to be submitted to the board. She told me the next board meeting was in two weeks and that they would let me know. I then called Don and let him know about the two week wait. He told me these applications are a formality to approve the color of the awning and to make sure you are not going to put up an awning that clashes with the design and architecture of the neighborhood. Makes sense but I was disappointed about having to wait two weeks after already giving a deposit. He told me the SunSetter color choices are all conservative and he has not had one denied so far out of hundreds of applications. He also told me every contract states that all deposits are 100% refundable if applications are denied. I got the contract and there it was, the first line at the bottom of the page in small print. That made me feel better and sure enough, two weeks later they notified us by mail that the awning installation was approved. We got the letter in the regular mail one day after the board meeting. Bravo to my HOA. I then called Don at Shade One and was shocked when he told me the awning was in and ready for installation. We made the installation appointment for 10AM that Saturday.

Saturday morning came and another courtesy call from the installation crew to let me know that they were 15 minutes from the gate. Don knocked on my door 15 minutes later. I was surprised again to see the owner of the company standing there with a toolbelt on. It was a good feeling to know the owner was installing our awning as he did not install our neighbors awning. He came with one other man Tim and they both went to work straight away removing my patio set and bbq grill. Both men were very professional and it was obvious to my husband and I that they have done this many times before and that we were in good hands. We left them alone and two hours later Don was knocking on the door again to come in and install the remote control on the wall. He told me it has to be hung on an interior wall and out of the weather. He then took us outside and gave us a demonstration on how to use it. I pushed the button and voila, we were standing under our new awning. Don and Tim put everything back and we just stood there in awe looking up at it. It is so beautiful. We are so happy with this awning and the service we received from Shade One. I can not recommend them enough. We received excellent service from start to finish… the phone calls, the way they handled our HOA, the neat contract folder they left us, A+. This was our easiest and most rewarding home improvement since moving out of our “big house” and down here. It really is like adding a room onto your house. Our awning was a 14’ by 12' SunSetter Motorized XL model. Total cost was 3k and it took just over two weeks from Matt’s initial visit to the installation. The installation took about two hours. Also I should mentioned that our HOA requires all retractable awnings have a wind sensor. That was the only accessory that was added on.


Thank you Shade One Awnings. - Susan P. Jackson, NJ



Shade One Awnings (732) 500-0876


Shade One Awnings is hard at work providing the best possible service for our customers in Monmoth County, Ocean County, the entire New Jersey shore area and beyond. Pictured here is a late night retractable awning pick up from the UPS terminal in Pennsauken, NJ near Philadelphia, PA. The awnings we sell and install are manufactured and shipped from the SunSetter factory in Malden, Massachusetts. Made in the USA! SunSetter sends retractable awnings all over the country via UPS Freight. We get our regular UPS delivery in Toms River every Tuesday afternoon, usually between 4-6 PM. The UPS terminal collects the awnings all week long until they send them out to us every Tuesday. Then the product can sit at our awning shop from Tuesday until Saturday/Sunday when most of our customers are home and available for installation. Through this standard delivery method, we can deliver and install a SunSetter retractable awning in about two weeks or 10 business days.



To help our customers get quicker service during peak times, I often drive to Pennsauken and make a pick up on Thursday or Friday nights. Our window to make the pick up is between 8PM and 12AM. This effort cuts the delivery time in half and allows us to schedule the awning installation one weekend sooner. At the Jersey Shore we understand the value of a weekend, where we live life weekend to weekend. Shade One Awnings caters to your busy life, modern families, people who live Monday through Friday elsewhere and retirees with permanent weekend status. If you are looking for your new retractable awning, call today!


We take appointments 7 days a week for sales and installations. Our first sales appointment is 8AM and the last is 8PM. Last year we took appointments all through Memorial Day weekend, on July 4th and as late as 9:30 PM. Shade One Awnings is located at 1830 Route 9 in Toms River, NJ 08753. Our phone number is (732) 500-0876 and we take calls until 9PM.

Milkshakes! Milkshakes!

These days, I’ve been crazy about this milkshakes and ice cream shop in Henderson Las Vegas. If you’re from the area, you’ve probably heard of Sticks and Shakes.  I’ve been drooling over the shop because it has everything a shakes and ice cream fan dreams off.

Here’s my review of shakes being sold at the place, I’ll have another entry for their ice cream. What I like about the desserts being sold at this Milkshakes Henderson Las Vegas is that they have the DIY type of shakes and ice cream.

Sticks and Shakes have 3 shake size variants which are Mini, Mucho, Mega and they cost $4.95, $5.95 and $6.95 respectively. After picking the shake size, you can choose the shake flavor. You’ve got 1 free flavor just by availing any size variant, then for additional flavor just $1. Then the last and most exciting part for me is choosing the toppings and the sauces! I love toppingshttp://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/topping) so much.  These are just extras, so no free one, but it only costs $.50 for every toppings and sauces. They have huge list of toppings as you can see in the picture.

If you are not sure what flavors, toppings and sauces to combine then you can just select from their best sellers. These pre-selected combination of shake are served in a mucho shake size. Seen in the picture below are the different combination of flavors, toppings and sauces and their prices.
Since I am not sure how will it taste like on my first visit, I just ordered a mucho size. I choose the flavors of Kit-kat and Snickers. For the toppings I added choc chips and whip cream and caramel for sauce. That costs me $8.25. I can’t stress this enough but I really felt like in heaven! It was so delicious. I really liked the concept of their place, that’s the reason I’ve been there 9 times for the past 2 weeks. It is a place I would love to go to whenever I’m stressed out or bored. You guys should try it. It’s really amazing.


Walking Dogs at Night



I sometimes walk my dog at night since I was always at work during daytime. So reading some safety tips for the walking is a great help.

One thing to remember is you should always make yourself visible. Wearing a highly visible gear or clothing can really help a lot. The drivers on the road would see you and would prevent accidents and whatnot.  There are so many useful and easy to find products for night walking that we only need to list them to get you started. Simply putting a reflective tape on your dog’s collar or harness would help you big time. As for me, I specifically bought a highly visible gear so I will feel safer.

Bringing flash light is a must! I swear! It would help you big time if you bring a flash light. The Headlights are helpful to keep your hands free to hold the leash and clean up after your pet.



Basic First Aids For Pets According To Emergency Vet



Giving your pets first aid when you feel like they are sick is not as easy as it seems. Where to start? What to do? Is this the proper way to it?

You should call a vet immediately, if you feel like there’s something wrong with your pet. For those who are around New York area, you can call Brian Manor’s Emergency Vet clinic 24/7 they are available. They can be reached anytime.

Here are some tips on how to do the first aid.

First off, taking the temperature. So can you do it? Lubricate a rectal thermometer with Vaseline or a K-Y jelly then gently insert it to your pets anus just about 1-2 inches inside it.
You can also use an ear thermometer so it will be easier for you. The normal temperature is
101-102ºF.  If your pet has a high temperature, most likely the sickness is caused by an infection. However, heavy exercise, excitement or laying in the sun on a hot day can cause false elevations. Subnormal readings can indicate weakness and lethargy, but don't be fooled by cold weather or after-nap chills.



My Favorite Ice Cream Parlor in Las Vegas



To be honest, when you think of Las Vegas, you wouldn’t really think about ice cream parlor. Who am I kidding? I know it is known for something, it has a completely different image. You sure know what I mean. *winks*



The Ice cream parlor in Las Vegas I’m talking about is the Sticks and Shakes. I specifically went to Henderson Las Vegas just to check out this place. I’ve seen it someone’s blog, and pardon me for not remembering the blog where I saw it. Anyways, so I went to Sticks and Shakes just to try their awesome desserts. I would never regret the day I went there, it was literally the heaven on earth. No wonder I have been hearing the place everywhere.

What’s good about this place is that they are really good in customer’s service. When I visited the place, the owner is there chatting to the customers and handing out the menus. You can see how passionate the owner in his business, and this would really make you feel that you are valued. I wasn’t able to talk to him but I saw him talking to a 10 year old kid and he was really nice and helped out that table by recommending the best sellers.

I was really tempted to try their shakes but I know I was there for the ice cream so I just gave it up and promised myself to be back soon. I paid for my ice cream for about $5. Not bad right? It seemed pricey, but after tasting it, you’ll know for sure that it is worth it. The flavor I chose was the Oreo (I’m a sucker for Oreo so don’t judge me. Lol) and I chose a full dip. It’s really amazing how you can choose the flavors and the dips. It’s like a food playground for everyone, regardless of age.




Choosing The Best Exercise Bike



An Exercise Bike is a device with pedals and saddle attached to handlebars, which forms a bicycle. This equipment is not use a mode of transportation but rather it is used as exercise equipment. This kind of bike can be referred to as exercise bicycle, stationary bicycle and exercycle.

Exercise bike is a special-purpose exercise machine which usually doesn’t possess real wheels, the device however resembles the real bicycle used for transport. Although exercise bike is specially designed for its purpose, you can also make an exercise bike on your own using an ordinary bike. Simply placing the ordinary bicycle on a bicycle rollers or trainer can do the trick. Racing cyclists often use rollers and trainers to warm up before they start their race or when they want to train on their own machine indoors.

These kinds of bikes have different uses, such as for exercise, to increase the general fitness of the person and for training in cycling events. The exercise bicycle has been used for a long time now for the purpose of physical therapy. The main reason it is used for physical therapy is because it is a low-impact, effective and safe cardiovascular exercise. It is the safest exercise since the device does not put much stress on the joints and does not involve some sporadicmotions, which some fitness devices may require.

There are many kinds of exercise bikes these days, which caters to different needs of the user. There are exercise bikes mainly for weight loss, others can be used to counter cardiovascular deconditioning in microgravity environment and many more. Listed below are the kinds of exercise bikes available in the market together with their purpose and disadvantages.

Desk Cycle




The DeskCycle is a device that is useful to all office workers who don’t have the time to exercise because of their busy schedules. Deskcycle makes it easy for individual to have a safe yet effective exercise habits while working. It is the only bike that was specially designed for the purpose of helping workers exercise while working. This device is a handy device that you do not need much space in order for you to use them. Using this device you can be sure of maximizing your time at the minimum space. The Deskcycle can also be used while you’re gaming or typing in your laptop.

Deskcycle helps the largest muscle in the human body move while you are staying in place. It is a device that can negate the harmful effects of working and sitting all day. However it is definitely not a substitute for exercising normally in the gym. The device is indeed helpful, but it is not enough to only use this. It is not a big calorie burner, you might need to add some work outs like jogging, or taking walk in the morning and afternoon.

The great thing about the Deskcycle device is that it does not require Fitness Level. People who do not regularly exercise can use the device right away. It is also not that expensive, some shops sell the Deskcycle for only $120. The price varies from each sellers.

Here are some of the Pros and Cons of the Deskcycle Device:

Pros:
·        Can help you lose weight if partnered with regular exercise and proper meals
·        Improves your health even just using the device for at least 15 minutes/day
·        Extends the lifespan of the user
·        People who use it tends to be happier and more lively than the ones who don’t
·        Minimizes the stress the individual suffers in workplace
·        People who use it at work tend to be more productive and more creative than others who don’t
·        Use be used anytime, anywhere
·        Can be used while typing or gaming in laptop/computer
·        Does not require great physical fitness, anyone can use it

Cons:
·        Does not replace actual exercise
·        To some people it is not practical




Upright Exercise Bike

The Upright Exercise Bike is a device that seems to promise the best cardio workout using a stationary bicycle. Just like any other bikes, the Upright bikes are used by with pedals. However, unlike the other indoor bikes, the upright bikes are not designed for the users to use outdoors but can be used while standing or leaning forward on a virtual speed. This device helps produce lower impact on your body but it has high benefits as a work out habit. This is the best choice for the older people or people that have weaker muscle who cannot undergo intense work outs.
Upright Exercise Bikes are popular these days since anyone of any fitness level can benefit from using this bike. It is also compact, unlike other kinds of bikes, this type of bike does not take much space in your home. It is also a low maintenance device and once you set them up, you can use it for years without much change in the device. Compared to treadmill which requires a lot of lubrication and servicing through time, the Upright Exercise Bike definitely beats that.
Some of the Upright Exercise Bikes that are available in the market are very easy to use and offers quality exercise at a very affordable price. You only have to spend one- time payment of $150 and you can enjoy exercising in your home with great results.

Here are some of the Pros and Cons of the Upright Exercise Bikes:

Pros:
·        Offers more variety of movement than the DeskCycle
·        Offers the best cardio workout using a stationary bicycle
·        Can be used while standing or on a leaning position
·        Using the Upright Exercise Bikes, more muscle groups can be exercised
·        Offers comfortable usage to all the users, users with spinal stenosis and osteoarthritis can be in a forward leaning position
·        Compact and does not take much space
·        Does not require great physical fitness, anyone can use it
·        Use be used anytime, anywhere

Cons:
·        It costs more than Deskcycle
·        Focused on exclusively exercising legs
·        Needs to be paired with Upper body exercise

Recumbent Bicycle




A Recumbent Bike is an outdoor type of bicycle that places its rider in laid back and reclining position. Because of its ergonomic nature, it is chosen by most biker riders. Riders can sit comfortably in the recumbent bicycle since the user’s weight is well distributed over the whole parts of the bike, and it is supported by the buttocks and back.
Almost all of the recumbent bikes have the aerodynamic feature, which makes it better than other bikes. As of the moment, the recumbent bike has the record of world’s best speed for a bike and the bike has been banned from any bike racing competition by the UCI since 1934.

There are numerous types of Recumbent bike available in the market today. There are different variations of this bike type, from short to long wheelbase, there are large and small wheel sixes, and there’s a mix of both sizes, there’s an overseat and underseat type, there’s a rear wheel and front wheel drive.

What’s good about this bike is you can exercise with someone using this bike. This type of Recumbent bike is called tandem recumbent which can cater to be used by 2 persons. There are different types of recumbent bikes such as, Mountain bike recumbent, High racers, low racers, Semi-recumbent and crank forward bicycles, Recumbent tricycles, Tandem recumbent, handcycles and a lot more.

Here are some of the Pros and Cons of the Recumbent Bicycle:

Pros:
·        Does not need much maintenance, just keep the chain clean and oiled up is enough
·        Low impact exercise so there is lesser risk of injury
·        There are different types of recumbent bicycle variations so the user can choose the most comfortable type
·        Can be used to exercise with someone

Cons:
·        Focused on exclusively exercising legs
·        Needs to be paired with Upper body exercise
·            Stationary Recumbent bicycle costs much more than Upright and Deskcycle.

Folding Bikes

                                     

A Folding Bicycle is basically a bike that is designed to be folded into its compact form which also functions as a regular bike. The folding bikes can be easily transported or carried once folded which serves its purpose. It is a portable compacted bike which does not use much space and you can easily board boat, car and a plane.

The Folding mechanisms of the folding bike depend on the folding itself. It may vary from the folding speed, ease of folding, the compactness, weight, ride, durability and its price. However, compared to other normal bikes, the folding bike is quite more expensive. Aside from the price, most people consider the ease of folding in buying bikes. Other factors in choosing folding bikes are the model of the bike, the size, the compact folded size and quick ease folding.

Folding bikes usually come with a much wider range of adjustments compared to other types of bikes, which accommodates different kinds of riders simply because the frames can usually be made in one size. The seat posts and the handlebar of this kind of bike extend four times higher than the regular bikes. Longer after market posts and greater range of adjustments are also available in this kind of bikes. It is similar to a regular bike in terms of the distance of the bottom bracket to the top of the saddle and to the bike’s handlebars.

Here are some of the Pros and Cons of the Folding Bicycle:

Pros:
·        You can carry it around even when boarding another mode of transportation
·        Takes up lesser space in storage compared to other bikes.
·        Have variations depending on the what model the user wants
·        Folding bikes can be accelerated real fast

Cons:
·        Costs more than other bikes
·        It is heavier than the normal bikes

Mountain Bikes
Mountain Bike or mountain bicycle is also called as MTB or ATB which stands for all terrain bicycles; it is created for the purpose of off road cycling. This device is typically ridden on a trip to the fire roads, unpaved environments, logging roads and most commonly in the mountain trails. The kinds of terrain the Mountain Bike can stand include washouts, loose sands, roots, loose gravel, ruts, rocks, and steep grades both for inclines and declines. The Mountain Bike is purposely made to handle these terrain and obstacles.

The structure of Mountain Bike is very different than the regular bikes. The most apparent difference of Mountain Bike from others are suspensions on frame and fork, more durable wheels, heavy duty wheels, powerful brakes, larger tires and the lower gear ratios which are needed for the steep grades that has poor traction.

These days, there are different types of mountain bikes that will serve its specific purpose. The kinds available in the market are Trail Bikes, Cross County, Downhill, All Mountain, Slopestyle, Free Ride, Trials, Single Speed, Dirt Jumping, Mountain Cross, Dual Slalom, North Shore, IndyCross and Circle dirt track racing. Each kind of these mountain bikes are made for their specific purpose, like the Circle dirt track racing which is a hard tail mountain bike with front suspension this feature is commonly seen on the Circle dirt track racing bike.

Here are some of the Pros and Cons of the Mountain Bicycle:

Pros:
·        The best for a rough road
·         Promotes discipline since the riding position is more upright
·        Have a very powerful brakes than other bikes
·        You can use it for a long can distances comfortably
·        Have suspension on front and rear which improves the handling and the rider can ride in comfort on rough terrain.

Cons:
·        Not suitable for person with smaller body frame
·        Not recommended to use while biking on the streets
·        Slower when used on a normal road


There are a lot of bike types that can be suitable for your exercise habits. You need to classify first what you want and what you need to choose the best exercise bikes. Asking some friends who exercise bikes as well may help but at the end of the day, what you want in a bike is different from what your friend wants.