Newtown Square Friends & Neighbors magazine, September 2019

2019 September

Newtown Square Bringing People Together

Friends & Neighbors

The Eburuohs:

Feeling at Home in Newtown Square Cover photo by Shannon Lynn Photography www.ShannonLynnPhotography.com

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Dear Friends & Neighbors, This month we fall into a season of brilliant colors and great weather, perfect for weekend activities. Keep your Newtown Square Friends & Neighbors magazine nearby to check the Calendar of Events on pages 26-27 for local activities to enjoy this fall with your family, friends and neighbors.

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This month we welcome two new Sponsors of Newtown Square residents, and Newtown Square Friends & Neighbors magazine. Both local businesses are wellknown for providing great service to our community and we need to thank them back for their service and sponsorship of our hometown.

First, I am happy to welcome Mostardi Nursery - one of Newtown Square’s longest family-owned and operated businesses. Everyone knows Mostardi Nursery, but you may not know how much Steve Mostardi and his family have contributed in service to the beatification of Newtown Square since 1976. Let’s support our hometown business over any big box store while we benefit from personal service and great ideas for our home and garden.

We also welcome GreenDrop - everybody’s choice for recycling clothing and household items. You see GreenDrop at Media Line Rd & West Chester Pk, but may not know GreenDrop will come pick-up donations that benefit great charities.

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ON THE COVER The Eburuoh Family at Liseter by the Pond 2019 September

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Dear Residents, Welcome to September! We’re sorry to see summer end, but excited that fall brings cooler weather and great activities. We’re also excited to feature business profiles of two of our magazine Sponsors which are both new to our community and celebrating their Grand Opening.

You’ll read about Broomall’s Weinstein Supply and their new Bath & Kitchen showroom’s Grand Opening. We spoke with Showroom Manager, Pete Kane, who gave us some great insights about Weinstein’s big plans. As a new Sponsor of your hometown magazine, we hope you’ll make Weinstein a household name.

We also spoke with Luigi and Geno Truono, the entrepreneurs opening Retro Fitness Newtown Square. You’ll read about the upcoming Grand Opening of this beautiful new results-oriented community gym. What an investment the Truonos have made in our community.

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With the new school year under way, I’m happy to once again hear my sound of Fall in the distance from my home- the Marple Newtown High School Marching Band, which practices into the evenings. With every note, I hear hopes of winning more band competition this year. Good Luck, Tigers!

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In this edition, you’ll also meet Newtown Square’s Eburuoh Family. Lary and Rita Eburuoh grew up near each other in Nigeria and are raising their family in Newtown Square. Lary and Rita’s five active children have made their parents and community very proud. We think you'll enjoy reading this beautiful story of family and a couple’s journey from Nigeria to Newtown Square.

Have a great September and enjoy reading this month’s edition.

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by Tom Rafferty Rafferty Painting & General Contracting

How to Prep for Painting:

Surface Cleaning

If you ever had an interior paint estimate given to you by a painting contractor, you know that multiple estimates can vary a lot. Anyone can pick up a paint brush and roller and paint a room, but an inexperienced painter will miss steps along the way. Doing the proper prep work is the most important thing you can do to ensure a quality job. Here are some prep work steps that you should have done with every job.

Before any painting begins, the first step is to clear the surface.

Skipping this step will most likely cause the paint to crack and peel soon after painting. Fortunately, prepping the wall for painting is a straightforward process that anyone can do. Materials such as sawdust, pet hair, and dust can be wiped off with a cloth, whereas things like grease will need to be washed off.

When you begin working on the walls, make sure to follow these steps: • Dust and clean the walls so there is no debris left when you start painting. A cloth towel or duster will work well for this.

• If you are going to be painting a kitchen or bathroom, a com bination of three teaspoons of laundry detergent and one gallon of water will help wash tougher stains off of the walls.

• A paint scraper will help to remove any cracked or flaking paint that is still on the wall. For other small imperfections on the wall, smooth them away with sandpaper. Sanding can be done manually with extra pressure, or with an elec- tric sander. Any imperfections in the wall will then become textures underneath the new paint job when you are done, which will be much harder to remove later.

• Always spackle any imperfections on walls and ceilings before painting. A spackled wall will make for a clean, smooth surface with a coat of paint that will last.

• Don’t forget to screw in any screw pops and hammer in any nail pops so you don’t paint over them and leave spots on the wall.

These tips are incredibly important to make sure that the surface is prepared for painting. Skipping a step will lead to imperfections and a shorter lifespan. When you receive an estimate, always make sure the prep work is detailed, and that your painting contractor understands the importance of prepping before painting.

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by Craig Whitney B & E Sportswear is happy to announce Tyler Lynch as the recipient of their September Student of the Month award.

Tyler is a rising senior at Marple Newtown High School. B&E Sportswear generously presents Tyler this award along with a $100 Wawa gift card to celebrate this achievement.

Tyler has played football all four years at MNHS and was on the Eastern PA All-Gold Academic Team for the past two years on varsity. He has also been on the varsity lacrosse team for four years and played lacrosse in the summers as well. Additionally, Tyler is a member of the National Honors Society and has been on the honor roll all four years. He is an active member of Student Council, Feeding Fellow Americans, and Mini-thon.

Each winter season, Tyler teams up with other teens in the area to partner with kids with disabilities and compete in organized Special Olympic Bocce matches against teams from other schools.

He also volunteers with a program called “Stop Hunger Now” with his church, to package 20,000 meals for third-world countries. In his free time he works as a referee at Marple Newtown Soccer Association, at MN basketball association as a score keeper, and at Rose Tree Woods Swim Club at their front desk.

Bill McDevitt, Owner of B & E Sportswear, congratulates Tyler Lynch

B&E Sportswear is happy to present such an extraordinary and well-rounded student this award. Tyler plans on playing club lacrosse at a four-year college and then pursuing a law degree.

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Students in grades 7-12 in any school within the borders of the Marple-Newtown School District are eligible.

The Winner will receive a Wawa Gift Card courtesy of B&E Sportswear and be featured in next month’s Newtown Square Friends & Neighbors magazine.

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Resident Feature

The Eburuohs:

Feeling at Home in Newtown Square Lary and Rita Eburuoh

Lary and Rita Eburuoh grew up in the same township in Nigeria. Despite Lary moving to the United States before they met, he and Rita are now happily married with children in Newtown Square. Seeing the Eburuohs now, it’s hard to believe that their family started by a chance encounter in Nigeria.

Rita was living in Nigeria at the time, in a town called Nkwerre in Imo State. Lary was already living in the United States, but had returned to his hometown, Eziachi. Rita was at Mass one Sunday when she saw Lary several pews ahead of her.

“I saw him at church and realized I hadn’t seen him around town before,” Rita said.

“I remember thinking he looked nice. Then I pretended I wasn’t looking at him.”

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Several days later, Rita was told that a message from the United States was waiting for her, but to get that message, she had to go to Eziachi. So Rita and a friend traveled from her town to Eziachi, about a 45-minute walk, to the address of the person who had the message for her. She was shocked to see that she was walking into Lary’s family’s home, to receive a message from the boy she had seen in church.

“I gave him my phone number and address before I left,” Rita explained. “And from there on, it was non-stop, like nothing could keep us away from each other.” Rita and Lary kept dating while she attended the University of Nigeria in Nsukka and Lary attended Cheyney University near West Chester, PA. After Rita graduated from the University of Nigeria, she was finally able to come to the United States, where she completed her residency at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC. She’s currently the Clinical Director in the ambulatory outpatient clinic of a North Philadelphia health care center. “I love it,” Rita raved. “If it weren’t for our clinic, many of our patients would have nowhere else to go. My joy going to work every day is knowing that I’m there for those patients, and they really appreciate what we do.”

After Lary’s primary education in Nigeria, he graduated from Cheyney University of PA with a degree in Industrial Technology and Industrial Management. He later earned his MBA degree in Finance from Jefferson University. In addition to several professional certifications, Lary obtained his real estate certification from Polley Associates Real Estate Education in Newtown Square. During and after college, he worked with various companies in different categories and disciplines which included a Wall Street fund

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management company. He later discovered his calling in real estate where he has passionately assisted hundreds of people fulfill their dreams of owning their homes. He is currently working as a real estate broker and co-owner of Nova Realty.

When Lary and Rita got married in 1997, they began their lives together in Philadelphia. After they started having kids, they moved to Aldan where all of the kids attended Blessed Virgin Mary School, then moved to Newtown Square in 2015 when they needed more space. They’re fortunate that Rita’s mother, Fidelia Nkpado, lives with them to help with the children.

Fidelia has been an incredibly helpful part of raising their children in Newtown Square. She moved from Nigeria to live with them shortly after Rita and Lary began having children, which became especially helpful once they had five children in a short timeframe. “My mom helped us raise all of our children,” Rita explained. “"She played a key role in meeting their many needs.

Everything we’ve needed, she’s been here for us. Even after a traumatic fall and long recover last summer, she continues to be an integral part of our lives.” Fidelia is still an active member of the family and the community, widely known across Newtown Square as a central part of the Eburuoh family.

Lary and Rita’s oldest, Alvin, now 21, attended Cardinal O’Hara High School where he was on the basketball and football teams.

He also ran track and field. Athletics were very important to Alvin, as fun activities, healthy competition and team-building.

Alvin is currently a rising senior at the University of Delaware, double-majoring in Finance and MIS. He has been able to trans-

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late his love of sports professionally: He’s been chosen for an internship with Under Armour.

Lary and Rita’s second child and oldest daughter Schola, now age 20, also attended O’Hara. She was a cheerleader all four years. She also participated in track and field, and specialized in various jump events. While at O'Hara, she held the school record for high jump and triple jump. Schola is now a junior Continued on page 10

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school system not knowing many people. Devon Prep offers many activities that Justin will join, including soccer, basketball and track. He also enjoys theater, and was a member of the stage crew for some of St. Annie’s past productions.

The Eburuoh Family (L to R) Justin, Schola, Rita, Lary, Michelle, Jennifer and Alvin

tecture with a minor in Sustainability and Economics. She’s very active in the Catholic University community, and participates in many service events for the homeless and Habitat for Humanity.

Jennifer, 17, just graduated and was Cardinal O’Hara’s Valedictorian.

She was a freshman at O’Hara when the Eburuoh family moved to Newtown Square. Even though Jennifer was new to the school and local communities, she didn’t wait to get involved.

Jennifer was an active member of the Hi-Q academic quiz competition, the World Affairs Club, and community service projects such as food drives and soup kitchens. She played soccer and softball at O’Hara and was a member of the St. Anastasia’s high school youth group. She’s excited to start at the University of Notre Dame in the fall, and expects to major in Theology and pre-med studies.

Justin, 14, will be a freshman at Devon Prep this fall. While he attended St. Anastasia grade school, he played basketball, football and soccer. He was a mass server and a member of the track team. Like his sister Jennifer, he’s going into a brand-new

Michelle, 11, now a St. Annie’s rising 6th-grader, is like her older siblings in that she enjoys playing basketball, soccer, and running track. Besides sports, Michelle was also a class representative for her 5th grade class and was on the school’s Student Council. She designs posters and will not hesitate to give a speech if needed, something she’s never nervous doing.

She seems to thrive in the spotlight, perhaps due to having participated in some of St. Annie’s theatre productions. Michelle was a cast member for St. Annie’s production of Peter Pan, and is very excited about this fall’s show, Frozen.

The Eburuohs have made Newtown Square their home since 2015. “Newtown Square is the best place to raise a family!” Rita raved. “Everyone has been very helpful and supportive. Parents help with carpool and often take us with them to school events. The community has gathered around us, especially when my mother was injured and needed help, and we really appreciate them.”

As Lary and Rita are raising their children in Newtown Square with Rita’s mother, their kids have become very involved in their school, church, and local communities. They were surprised at how quickly they made great friends and built connections in Newtown Square, and are excited to continue growing here.

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Budgeting for

by Kevin O’Donnell O’Donnell Roofing Co.

A NEW ROOF Delaware County’s homes range from the early 1900’s (and earlier), all the way up to the new construction homes built this year. With over 100 years of changes in the construction industry, roofing hasn’t changed all that much. It’s still an extremely difficult and dangerous job, and the general principles of installation remain the same. Though it may appear simply as shingles atop of your home, an existing roof assembly in this area may comprise of generations of different roofing systems; meaning multiple layers of different products including shingles, plywood, cedar shake, asbestos tiles, and even natural slate.

unacceptable roof deck. It is not uncommon for us to see roofs less than five years old that failed entirely because they were installed over questionable plywood or pine decking. So, while you may cringe at the thought of paying increased costs, you should want everything done correctly to protect your investment in a new roof.

Purchasing a new roof can be a daunting task for a homeowner.

In budgeting for a roof project, there are a few factors that will affect cost: • Pitch/Height/Difficulty of the roof • Number of layers • Condition of the plywood/decking • Existing attic ventilation (or lack thereof)

The national average life of asphalt shingle roof is only about 12 years, though manufacturers test and rate their products for 20, 30, or even 50 years! Aside from weather events, the main reason is faulty workmanship. The best materials are worthless if they’re installed over subsequent layers of roofing or an

A homeowner can easily identify the type of decking they have (or don’t have) in their attic, though the number of layers might be more difficult to assess. If the home has cedar shake, then all-new plywood will be needed for an asphalt roof installation. If there is mold on the plywood or decking, then not only will new plywood be needed, but an overhaul of the attic’s ventilation system would be highly recommended. If the plywood on the home is very dark, this likely means it is very old, and more than likely won’t last as long as the new shingles.

Keep an eye out for splits, cracks, and old knots if you have some variation of actual wood decking under your shingles.

It’s good to familiarize yourself with your attic (though it may not be cozy!), as you’ll be able to better gauge if there is an issue with moisture of any kind, and it will prepare you for upcoming projects such as a new roof. If there is any doubt as to what you’re looking at, it might be time to call a professional for an estimate and evaluation.

“We’ve repaired and replaced so many roofs in Marple Newtown, I moved my young family here to be closer to my work and to get more involved in the community.” ~Kevin O’Donnell, Owner

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by Robert L. D’Anjolell, Jr. D’Anjolell Memorial Homes

A Guide to Various Funeral Services: Memorial, Funeral and a Wake If you’re preparing for a funeral or will soon be attending one, it’s important to know about the different types of services that may be involved. There will be a funeral or memorial service, but there could also be a wake or viewing. By better understanding the meaning of each, you’ll be able to make a more informed decision on which services to attend.

also include a short ceremony at the funeral home, either the day before the funeral or immediately before, led by a priest who often recites the rosary.

The first service might be a wake. Less common than the other three services, a wake stems from a traditional Catholic ceremony. The original tradition was for the family to stay awake through the night, to provide spiritual protection to the deceased. A more modern interpretation of a wake can

A viewing is less structured than a wake. It’s a time when the deceased’s family and friends gather in a room with the deceased person, who is in an open or closed casket. Everyone is encouraged to share stories, connect with each other, and pay a personal tribute to the deceased. This can be a very help-

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ful opportunity for everyone to share their grief informally in a more comfortable environment. Attendees pay their respects to the deceased and their family members. Viewings usually occur an hour or two before the funeral service or the evening before.

The funeral service is the formal burying of the deceased, typically at a funeral home or at a church. A formal service is held, then the family and friends travel with the body to the cemetery, where the deceased is formally buried. Funerals, the most traditional service, are an important chance to follow the religious traditions of putting someone to rest. This may be the only service where the religious and spiritual rituals are followed and the body is formally laid to rest.

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A memorial service, as opposed to a funeral, usually occurs when the deceased person is not present. This is commonly the case if a person has been cremated. Similar to a funeral service, a memorial service is an opportunity for the family and friends to memorialize the deceased person, either through a formal ceremony or a more personal celebration of their life.

Not all of these services need to be followed, especially since a memorial service is in place of a more traditional funeral service. By knowing the purpose and format of each service, you’ll know which to attend and what to expect.

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Bringing People Together

by Bob Blaisse Publisher

Bringing People Together

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It’s Not Trivial… Bringing People Together

It’s Our Newtown Square Sponsors Who Make It Happen I love Trivia. In fact, many years ago, I hosted a trivia radio program. I also wrote a weekly newspaper column on Delaware County Trivia. (Perhaps in the months ahead, I’ll dig into my archives, to test your knowledge of Delco trivia factoids.)

For now, I’d like to offer some trivia questions that get you thinking about our magazine and hometown Sponsors, those business leaders in our community who dedicate a portion of their limited marketing budgets to show us how much they value the residents of Newtown Square. Our Sponsors are in no way “trivial” to us because they’re responsible for Bringing People Together. They make it possible for you to receive Newtown Square Friends & Neighbors magazine in the mail each month and online at: www.NewtownSquareMag.com.

Here’s the way we’ll play this: Each question provides a cryptic hint to the answer, but the answer will not be given; only the page number within this month’s magazine edition will be given. That should be enough to help you figure out the answer, which will always be the business name of one of our hometown heroes. But you already know our hometown Sponsors, so try to guess the answer before turning to the page. Good Luck!

1. Which Sponsor helps Newtown Square residents blow hot and cold all year long?

(For the answer, see page 23.)

2. If letters were numbers, the logo of this Newtown Square Sponsor would begin with 2 and 5.

(For the answer, see page 7.)

3. If “You Are A Bus” but going in reverse, you may be at this Newtown Square Sponsor’s business.

(For the answer, see page 2.)

4. These well-known Newtown Square Sponsors (Lou & John) cater to our community.

(For the answer, see page 20.)

5. You can see a clear resemblance to this Sponsor’s help for Newtown Square residents.

(For the answer, see page 27.)

6. It’s Gonna Be Great if you know this community-minded Newtown Square Sponsor.

(For the answer, see page 15.)

7. This Newtown Square Sponsor has been growing in town for over 40 years.

(For the answer, see page 9.)

8. Every Newtown Square resident would be floored by knowing this hometown Sponsor.

(For the answer, see page 4.)

9. Who you gonna call, if not this very helpful Sponsor of Newtown Square homeowners?

(For the answer, see page 27.)

10. If you tie-in with this Newtown Square Sponsor, you’ll keep things moving out of your home.

(For the answer, see page 31.)

How many Sponsor Trivia Questions did you get right before looking for the answer? You know our Sponsors. Please, every chance you get, thank them all for their great support of Newtown Township residents, and Shop Local whenever possible.

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Business Profile

Committed to Community

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Collection of tubs at the Weinstein Supply showroom

Weinstein Supply has been in the area for nearly 100 years, providing plumbing and heating equipment to plumbers and the do-it-yourselfers all over the Philadelphia suburbs. The Broomall location opened in 2008, and has since become an important part of the community for local plumbers and anyone trying to fix up their own bathrooms or kitchens.

the showroom team. He also develops long-term strategies for moving the Broomall branch forward.

The company originally started in 1922 as a hardware store in West Philadelphia, eventually transitioning to plumbing and heating distribution more specifically. They provide everything a plumber would need, from the smallest valves or pipes to entire faucets. They specialize in “rough plumbing,” the more intricate materials that are used behind the wall or under the sink that most people would not see.

The Broomall location opened in 2008, originally in the Lawrence Park Industrial Park, but moved to a much larger location across the street in 2018. This new location has allowed them to create a large showroom, which is a very exciting opportunity to showcase more products to the public. The showroom is roughly 50% retail, 50% bath and kitchen products for plumbers. It can be both business-to-business and retail, but a typical transaction could be selling to the plumber, who then does the installation.

John Hough became the branch manager of Weinstein Supply when the new location opened in 2008. Before that, John had been an inside salesperson for Weinstein since 1999. John’s responsibilities include managing the employees, including the sales team, the warehouse team, the delivery drivers and

“My family has been here in Broomall for the past 21 years,” John explained. “So it was an exciting opportunity to open a location in Marple township and be able to give back and support local schools and organizations.”

Pete Kane joined Weinstein in May of 2013, immediately after he graduated from Penn State with a B.S. in Legal Studies and a minor in Business. He was originally placed in the sales training program for wholesale plumbing sales.

“I truly enjoy working with customers to create spaces in their homes that they can be proud of and show off to their guests, but also will function well for them and their families,” Pete raved.

Over the past six years, Pete has grown into a very major role in the company. With the opening of the new location and showroom, Pete has become the showroom manager.

“As the opportunity for a showroom was first discussed,” Pete stated, “I was immediately excited. It has been great to take us into a new territory and launch a new direction for us, in addition to our wholesale business.”

This has been a major positive change for the company. After spending 11 years in the community, Weinstein is making a significant investment in Newtown Square with this new building. Not only will there be a public showroom to feature many great bathroom and kitchen products, but the inventory

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will roughly double in size from the previous location. Their time in Newtown Square has been very successful so far, and Weinstein is eager to keep growing as a presence in the community.

Pete is originally from the area, growing up in Springfield and attending Cardinal O’Hara for high school. Since Pete started in 2013, the company has doubled in size. All employees have roots in the Marple Newtown area.

“Being local, we are all eager to support each other and see this business succeed in Newtown Square,” Pete raved. “It’s a great environment to work in.”

The employees are the key differentiator from a box store or an e-commerce competitor. The transaction ends abruptly at box stores and online stores; once a product has been purchased, there is no follow-up from the box stores, and there is no personal interaction at all from online stores. With a store the size of Weinstein, there is a relationship over time with experts in the field that have the ability to follow up. Especially with a relatively small company filled with local employees, the staff will be more attentive and committed.

“Even after everything has been installed, you get our full support,” Pete stated. “We back all of our products, and can share our expertise down the road if needed. Just among the 13 of us, there are over 100 years of experience in the industry.”

With that much experience from local experts, Weinstein is a valuable resource for any plumbing needs. Now that the company has expanded to include a showroom and a much larger inventory, Weinstein has put itself in a more public-facing position.

“We want to be a staple in the community,” Pete said. “When people are redoing a bathroom or kitchen, we want them to think of Weinstein because we will have what they need. And if they are looking for a trustworthy plumber, we have the best connections in the business and can hook you up.”

The showroom had its soft opening and has already received some positive responses. The Grand Opening will be Monday October 7. This is something Pete has been preparing, and he is incredibly excited about it.

“It’s going to be really fun,” Pete excitedly explained. “The event will be a barbecue during the day, with a big tent where we can meet people in the neighborhood.”

Everyone from the Newtown Square community is encouraged to visit Weinstein for the barbecue and a chance to meet the great management team. After 11 years, this showroom is a perfect proof of the commitment Weinstein has made to the community and their excitement in staying here for the long term.

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Summer and Fall Turfgrass Issues

There has been a significant decline in the health and appearance of cool season lawns and fields the past month. When July began, things were looking good, then we had a heat wave starting on July 19th. When summer temperatures top 90 degrees, plants transition from growth mode to survival mode.

What is happening is fairly normal for this time of year in this part of the country. Most lawns and fields in the Delaware Valley (with the exception of Zoysia grass) are comprised of cool season grasses, which are better adapted for the areas north of Interstate 80. These cool season grasses, such as Tall Fescue, Perennial Ryegrass and Kentucky Bluegrass, look great in the spring and fall when temperatures are between the 50s and 70s.

However, they suffer in the summer when temperatures go above 85. Zoysia grass, on the other hand, is a warm season grass, and conversely thrives in the heat of the summer and does not like the cooler temperatures of the spring and fall.

Crabgrass, Goosegrass, Stiltgrass and other summer annual weeds love the heat and moisture that we experienced this past summer. If left unchecked, these weeds can take over a lawn or field and become the dominant species. In the fall, when the first frost kills these weeds, the lawn will become irregular and patchy. In time, these plants will outcompete all other desirable plants (grasses) and lead to bare soil in the winter.

This past summer, like last summer, was a great year for grass weeds. Even lawns that have had an application of preemergence herbicide have begun to suffer breakthroughs of crabgrass and other annual weeds.

Lastly, a word on the record rainfall that we have experienced in the last 12 months. Turf needs water but too much is worse than too little. When plants experience dry periods, they naturally go into summer dormancy until moisture returns. Excessive soil moisture coupled with high temperatures and humidity are conditions most favorable for turf disease. There has been a lot of turf disease this summer.

The solution for all lawns and fields is to have them dethatched (if necessary), aerated and drop-seeded (or slit-seeded). The drop-seed should be dragged so that the seed is buried; many people just throw seed on the ground and then wonder why it didn’t germinate. New seeds need consistent moisture, and burying the seed enables it to stay damp for a longer period of time compared to seed that was just left on the surface. There is a very good reason why golf courses complete this process each fall: When done correctly, aeration and seeding makes a huge difference in the recovery of the turfgrass. A few weeks after the seeding process, the lawn should be back to normal and looking better than ever for the fall and the following year.

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History Spotlight

Will Snite’s Stage Coach

William Penn Hotel, West Philadelphia

by Doug Humes

Credit: Newtown Square Historical Society

Will Snite’s Stage Coach Credit: Newtown Square Historical Society

Newtown Square Hotel Credit: Newtown Square Historical Society

Will Snite’s grave Credit: Marple Historical Society

Recently I came across the grave of William F. Snite at the Marple cemetery. And I asked him, “Haven’t we met?” His name is on an old stagecoach ticket in our archives. So I went looking for his story.

was an 11-mile trip, and he could offer daily service to and from the city, as we can see from the advertising flyer he printed in 1887, at age 27, as the proud proprietor of the Newtown & Philadelphia Stage Coach.

In 1880, Will was 19 years old, a laborer for James Dunwoody at his farm (at the Octagonal School) bordering West Chester Pike. The road ran past the farm and up to the stage coach stop at the Newtown Square Hotel, and then on to West Chester.

Will Snite would see that stage while at work in the farm field.

And he had an idea. Why couldn’t he run a daily stage coach from Newtown Square to Philadelphia and back? With two horse and a wagon, he could haul passengers and freight each way. It

Leaving the Square at 7:15 each morning, Will made his first stop at Broomall 25 minutes later; then 35 minutes to Eagle Road, then 30 more to Upper Darby, and then delivered his passengers to the William Penn Hotel at 38th & Market in Philadelphia at 9:30am.

His return trip did not leave till 3:45 pm, so during the day he did short hauling - picking up packages at the various stores in the city to bring them back to the farm families who had ordered goods unavailable in the communities on his route. On a slow day he could catch up on all of the news and gossip along the way. It was a good life – easier than farm labor.

Nothing lasts forever. The railroad came to Newtown Square in 1893, and the West Chester trolley line came a few years later.

Will Snite and his two horses could not compete, and soon his stage coach was out of business. He returned to farming, left the area, and returned at death to Marple cemetery, where I found him.

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Local Family History

Finding Family in Ireland Written by and photos courtesy of MaryFran McKenzie Stulginsky

My husband Bill and I had been to Ireland before, but never to the village of Bonniconlon, home of my paternal grandparents.

On our upcoming trip to Ireland, Bonniconlon would be our starting point. We planned on driving to County Mayo, finding the village, and then what? Wander? I hoped just getting there would be good enough. Then fate intervened.

MaryFran McKenzie Stulginsky (left) with husband Bill (standing in back), in Ireland, with newly discovered Irish cousin Thomas McKenzie and his family

Two months before our planned departure, Bill noticed an advertisement for www.MyIrishFamilyHeritage.com, an online service that traces your Irish heritage. We promptly submitted our inquiry, and soon, Irish genealogist extraordinaire Sean Quinn was engaged in a hunt for my dad’s Irish ancestors, the McKenzies.

in Ireland. Sean also learned my ancestor’s townland (a small division of land like our township system); the graveyard where McKenzies were buried; and the location of houses where the family lived as tenant farmers in the mid-to-late 1800’s.

There wasn’t much to go on, only two death certificates and an application for naturalization. Those documents revealed great-grandparents’ names, possible dates of birth, and a departure city. But Sean somehow discovered the existence of Thomas McKenzie, my grandfather’s only brother who had remained

Sean Quinn doesn’t just research from his desktop: His organization prides itself on their local reconnaissance. Once they discover historical facts, they travel, to personally verify the authenticity of their findings. Sean’s in-depth investigation enabled him to tell me I have cousins still living in Bonniconlon.

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Following an old map and census information, Sean discovered a cluster of four abandoned stone homes, one of which once housed the McKenzie family. Not far away was a newer, occupied house. Knocking on their door brought an incredible result: The family living there knew nothing about the older buildings, but they did know that a Thomas McKenzie lived not far away!

That disclosure sent Sean to yet another door. Armed with facts, Sean engaged Deirdre, the only one home at the time, in a discussion about her family roots. Deirdre got interested enough to talk about Sean’s discovery later that day, when her dad and mom, Thomas and Bernadette McKenzie, got home.

Over the next few days follow-up phone calls between Sean and Thomas led to an invitation to visit.

McKenzie ancestral home in Bonniconlon, County Mayo

Bill and I will never forget that day! We met Thomas and Bernadette, their adult daughter Deirdre, and their two grandchildren.

Sean’s facts proved that Thomas and I share the same greatgrandfather. Thomas and Bernadette were as interested in us as we were in them. He knew of no family in “the States,” and I certainly knew nothing about my new-found Irish cousin and his family. We talked about the origin of our Scottish name, and shared family stories over coffee and scones. After two hours, we reluctantly parted.

We now stay in touch through “the post” and emails. Bill and I are sharing with our children information contained in the bound book Sean presented to us on our parting. It’s filled with discoveries about our family and historical information about the time they lived in Ireland. I was able to create a generational chart that traces my connection with my cousin Thomas McKenzie.

We’ve discovered who our grandfathers’ brothers and sisters were, and we both better appreciate where and how they might have lived.

Bill and I have always loved Ireland for its beauty and its people.

Now, we have special names and faces to love!

If you’d like to share a family history story in Newtown Square Friends & Neighbors magazine, contact Craig Whitney at cwhitney@BestVersionMedia.com.

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Expert Contributor

by TJ Warner JHL Landscaping

Why Core Aeration and Over-Seeding Can Help Your Lawn With the heat of summer coming to an end and fall quickly approaching, core aeration and over-seeding should be seriously considered. To fully enhance your lawn, these two treatments should be performed annually.

Soil compaction can occur when there is regular traffic on your lawn, such as children playing or dogs going for walks. In addition, newly-built homes also tend to experience compacted soil from the construction traffic.

Core aeration is a method of lawn treatment where a machine with hollow tines mechanically removes plugs of soil and thatch from a lawn. Over-seeding, on the other hand, involves no soil penetration, and rather plants grass seed directly into the lawn.

Core areation reduces soil compaction, whereas over-seeding improves the quality, variety and color of your grass.

If you think your lawn may have soil compaction and could benefit from aeration and over-seeding, here are some quick tests you can conduct. Examine several small patches of grass.

Shallow roots indicate compaction, which results in water and nutrients not being able to travel as easily to the roots. If the grass is not growing as quickly as it should, or if it is taking on a yellow color, then there’s a high chance that the lawn has compacted soil.

Over-seeding introduces new grass seed, which fills in bare or thin areas and helps thicken existing turf. Over-seeding also builds resistance to disease by incorporating different seed blends, reducing the risk of disease that can wipe out entire lawns. Overall, aeration and over-seeding help reduce weeds that tend to grow in areas where grass is thin. A thick lawn is defensive against weeds.

Core aeration and over-seeding help improve your lawn in many ways. For example, aeration reduces soil compaction and allows grass roots to grow deeper and locate moisture during hot/dry summer months. It also reduces thatch caused by grass clippings from mowing, and creates a less favorable environment for pests and diseases to thrive.

Most residents who are on a full fertilization schedule benefit tremendously from core aeration and over-seeding. The remaining fall fertilization applications that happen after this service will help maximize germination of the new seed throughout fall and winter months. This results in a lawn that’s ready for a great start in the spring. If you’re not on a full fertilization application schedule, consider doing so for the following season. At least six fertilizer applications are required to see best results.

Consider core aeration and over-seeding for your lawn, especially if you think your lawn is experiencing soil compaction.

With these methods in place, your lawn will be back to growing lush, healthy grass.

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September 2019 Calendar of Events Fri.-Sun., September 13-15

Sun., September 15 (Rain Date Sun., September 22)

St. Sharbel Annual Lebanese Festival

45th Annual Flea Market Sale

@Church of St. Sharbel (Maronite), 3679 Providence Rd, Newtown Square The Lebanese Festival will have live music and dance, and traditional Lebanese and Middle Eastern food and drinks.

@Delaware County Community College, 901 S Media Line Rd, Media This annual 300-vendor event is the largest flea market in the tri-state area. Proceeds benefit Marple Township’s Hero Scholarship Fund, which provides for the surviving spouse and children of Police Officers, Fire Fighters or Ambulance Corps personnel killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty.

Time: Fri. 4-9pm, Sat. 10am-9pm, Sun. 12noon-9pm Cost: FREE

610-353-5952

Time: 9am-3pm (Vendors: Set up as early as 6am) Cost: FREE for Shoppers

Sat., September 14

Vendor Space Cost Info: 610-356-1500 or 484-427-8163

Free Yoga & Music in the Park Class @Drexel Lodge Park, 1440 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square The Jolly Llama Yoga Studio is hosting a free class for adults and children. Kids (ages 4-12) & adults classes start at 10:30am. Light refreshments will be provided plus a raffle. Contact dani@jollyllamayoga.com for more info or 484-424-6343.

Time: 10am-12noon Cost: FREE

Thur. - Sun., September 19-22

The Greek Affair: Festival of Grecian Flavor and Delights @St. Luke Greek Orthodox Church, 35 N Main Rd, Broomall Authentic Greek foods and pastries and an array of rides and amusements, live Greek music and dancing, flea markets, gift shops, and much more.

Time: Thur. 11am-9pm, Fri. & Sat. 11am-11pm, Sun. 12noon-9pm Cost: FREE Entry

www.JollyLlamaYoga.com

www.TheGreekAffair.com

Sun., September 15

Sat., September 21

Heroes vs Cancer 5K @The Episcopal Academy, 1785 Bishop White Dr, Newtown Square All proceeds from this event go directly to the Coaches vs. Cancer program of The American Cancer Society. The goal of this event is to celebrate survivors, remember and honor those we have lost, and FIGHT BACK so that no one loses another family member, friend, or loved one to this disease.

Time: 7:15am registration; 8am start gun Cost: $30

4th Annual Pints in the Square Brew Fest and 5K @Ellis Preserve, 3805 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square The 5K kicks off at 11am, on the grounds of the Ellis Preserve. NOT A RUNNER? Head straight to the Craft Brew Fest 12-4 pm (ages 21+). Beer Fest and Combo ticket holders receive a tasting glass and unlimited beer tastings. Live music all afternoon and food will be available for purchase.

Time: 11am-4pm Cost: $65 Brew Fest & 5K; $25 5K only; $45 Brew Fest only

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Is It Time to Replace Your Shower or Tub Enclosure?

Sat., September 21

Thomas Massey House Colonial Dinner @1696 Thomas Massey House, 430 Lawrence Road, Broomall A Colonial dinner with a 5-course traditional fall menu, prepared on an open hearth and presented by colonial-clad servers. Don’t miss this Candlelight Dinner and tour in a 17th-century historic setting. Space is limited, so reserve now by calling 610-353-3644.

Time: 5pm Cost: $25/person

www.ThomasMasseyHouse.org Tues., September 24

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History Lecture by Doug Humes: Hobey Baker @Marple Christian Church, 475 Lawrence Rd, Broomall Doug Humes from the Marple and Newtown Square Historical Societies presents a lecture on Hobey Baker, a local WWI Hero and athlete.

• Tempered & Laminated (safety) glass • Acrylic & Polycarbonate • Insulated Glass • Antique Mirror • Heavy Glass Table Tops • And much more!

Time: 7:30pm Cost: Free

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4th Annual Give Blood Sweat Cheer Festival @Delaware County Veterans Memorial, 4599 W. Chester Pike, Newtown Square This is a family-friendly event filled with fitness, live music, kids’ activities, food, and local vendors and raises money and awareness for the Veterans Memorial.

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Time: 9am-2pm Cost: FREE

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Newtown Square Fall Bird Walk @Newtown Meadow Preserve, Spring Water Ln, Newtown Square To join the 8:30am Bird Walk event, park in the Episcopal Academy Lower School Parking Lot. The group will meet at the wooden kiosk at the Preserve entrance.

Families and Novices are welcome. Bring your binoculars and wear sturdy shoes.

Time: 8:30-10:30am Cost: FREE

Mon., October 7

Weinstein Bath & Kitchen Showroom Grand Opening @Weinstein Supply, 650 Abbott Dr, Broomall Plumbing and remodeling professionals and homeowners are invited to tour Broomall’s brand-new state-of-the-art Bath & Kitchen showroom. See the latest styles and innovations from industry leaders, and meet and chat with Weinstein Supply’s knowledgeable team while you enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch.

Cleaning & Surface Protection for your Existing Hard to Clean Shower Enclosure.

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An Easier, Greener Way for Newtown Square Residents to Donate Clothing & Household Items

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Business Profile

Our New Results-Oriented

Community Gym

by Craig Whitney Photos courtesy of Retro Fitness Newtown Square

Remember when a personal trainer was a luxury only the wealthy could afford? Not so anymore, thank goodness. Today’s dizzying pace and stresses make it more important than ever that everyone have a fitness or wellness professional, someone who is passionate about helping you learn how to be proactive instead of reactive about your health. If you’re looking to get and stay healthy, look no further than to Luigi Truono, one of the owners of Retro Fitness Newtown Square, opening soon in the Edgmont Square Shopping Center at Marville.

Since his teen years, Luigi has been dedicated to looking and feeling good, inside and out. His extensive education, training and certifications make him an expert on how to get results.

Luigi’s good health and youthful looks are due to many decades of eating right, exercising regularly, proper skin care, and spiritual exercises such as meditation and energetic healing.

Luigi gets great satisfaction from helping others look and feel their best. After working many years as a professional Cosmetologist, he committed fully to being a wellness professional by becoming certified in Medical, Clinical and Sports Massage.

“My primary goal is to help people learn and do what it takes

From L to R: Geno Truono, Luigi Truono, Mike Watsloff and Ed Winfield

to grow older and be happy,” Luigi explained. He’s thrilled that his longtime dream is finally coming true: To have one facility to offer the wellness services he believes will help create the New you.

Luigi’s personal background and impressive results as a wellness professional sparked him to open a Retro Fitness gym in the Newtown Square area with his partner Geno Truono. After 30 years in corporate America, as an attorney and Regulatory Compliance Officer, Geno decided it was time for a change, a common theme for many former corporate executives. “It’s a risk well worth facing so that I can fully support Luigi’s lifelong dream,” Geno said. “We’re very excited to now be working together on our vision of making a positive difference in the lives of many people in the Newtown Square community.”

Geno and Luigi’s extensive due diligence and Geno’s legal experience made them both feel very confident that opening a Retro Fitness gym for Edgmont and Newtown Square residents was a sound financial decision. Since Retro Fitness was founded in 2005, it has grown into a national fitness system with more than 150 clubs across 16 states. Its rapid expansion is often due to partnerships with visionary local business owners like Luigi and Geno, and because each RF location receives dedicated start-up and ongoing operational support.

The Members of Retro Fitness Newtown Square will be in very good hands with Ed Winfield, Director of Fitness and Programming. After serving our country as a Navy SEAL, Ed worked many years as an artist. To support his art business, Ed became a personal trainer. “I quickly realized the work fitness trainers and massage therapists do is an art form,” Ed stated. “It requires creative thinking and transforming someone into a healthier person.”

Ed’s 30 years as a full-time fitness professional make him an expert in supporting and mentoring the Club’s personal trainers, all of whom are nationally certified, some with college degrees in fitness and exercise kinesiology. Ed and his staff will help members understand that physical transformation is not just all about muscle; many physical and personal

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factors affect progress and results. “Everything we offer gives each member the opportunity to make solid changes within themselves and outside of themselves,” Ed said. “That’s what we’re bringing to the community.”

Members may already know General Manager Mike Watsloff, who has been involved in Newtown Square youth sports and events for 20 years. Mike served as a volunteer, coach, and manager for the Newtown Edgmont Little League (NELL). He also owns a local business that promotes and benefits youth activities by running and overseeing 20 annual sports events.

“I’m looking forward to getting to know all members by name,” Mike said. “We want to build long-term relationships that create a community spirit.” “Yes!” Geno added, “We want to be like the Cheers bar, where ‘everybody knows your name.’”

Visit the Retro Fitness Preview Center today to see everything we have to offer.

EXCLUSIVE OFFER: The first 250 members get VIP membership for LIFE! Rates starting at $19.99/month.

4847 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square In the Marville Shopping Center at Edgmont Square

484-420-4935 www.RetroFitness.com/EdgmontSquarePA

Luigi and Geno chose to partner with Retro Fitness because each location’s gym, fitness programs and amenities are designed so that members enjoy working toward goals and results. As our new community gym attracts people interested in feeling better, Luigi expects many will be interested in and can benefit from the many wellness services he can provide.

Retro Fitness Newtown Square’s awesome new 14,400-square foot state-of-the-art gym offers a wide variety of the newest top-of-the-line exercise equipment and fitness programs. Members get access to over 150 Retro Fitness locations, and can train their way by choosing from among several personal training options: TEAM, Strong, or One-on-One. The HydroMassage lounges will help you recover from your workouts.

Medical and sports massages are available by appointment.

The Retro Blends® Smoothie Bar offers delicious and nutritious pre- and post-workout benefits. Tanning and child-sitting are also available. The Club is conveniently open MondayFriday 5am - 11pm; Saturday & Sunday 7am - 7pm.

Everyone at Retro Fitness Newtown Square is excitedly preparing for their grand opening, scheduled for Saturday, September 14 (subject to the township issuing the Certificate of Occupancy).

The night before Opening Day, members and their families

will be invited to tour this beautiful brand-new facility, to see everything it offers. The first 50 new members will receive a $20 online shopping gift card. Through the end of September, there’s no enrollment fee and the first month is free (a $100 value).

The owners and staff of Retro Fitness Newtown Square are committed to making this the last place you’ll ever have to come to or become a member of to get the fitness and wellness results you desire and deserve. They confidently say: “Your search is over!”

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Expert Contributors

by Michele Quinn & Brittany Naab Blush Salon

Frequently Asked Makeup Questions We know makeup can be difficult. There are a lot of options and products and with all the tutorials, it can be hard to know which will work best for you. Here are some common questions we get about fixing your look!

Q: Why does my foundation look orange?

Q: Why does my eyeliner smudge?

A: Most undertones are either pink or yellow. If your foundation looks orange, you’re most likely using the wrong undertone. If you have yellowish skin and are using a foundation with a pink undertone, you’ll look orange. If you are on the more neutral or pink side and you use a foundation that is too golden, you’ll look orange.

A: When using pencil, cream or gel liners, any emollient products like under-eye concealer or excess cream can break down your liner, causing a smudge situation. The best way to prevent this is to set under-eye concealer with powder right away. Also make sure any eye cream is completely absorbed before applying eyeliner. Also, try setting your eyeliner with eyeshadow.

This will reduce any transferring and will still give you a great color pop and avoid smudges.

Q: What is the difference between a strip lash and individual lashes?

A: Strip lashes have a fuller, more dramatic look to them. As opposed to individual lashes, strip lashes come in a packaged strip, applied all at once. They are more affordable and are faster to apply than individual lashes, but have a tendency to look artificial. Individual lashes are applied one lash at a time, filling in natural eyelashes when needed to give a fuller appearance.

They are more customizable for each person, and are better for those who want more of a subtle look.

Q: Should a bride wear strip lashes or individual lashes?

A: A bride should wear individual lashes because you can customize them to the bride’s exact desired look. It can be very difficult to control the volume and look of strip lashes. With individual lashes, you can make the lashes more natural & subtle or you can build and make the lashes more dramatic and full!

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Publisher’s Note: Why watch YouTube tutorials when Newtown Square has its own personal makeup coach right around the corner at Blush Salon? Michele Quinn, Owner of Blush Salon, wants readers to know that one of Blush Salon’s senior makeup artists, Kelly, is going LIVE on Instagram (IG) on October 1st. Kelly will do a deep dive into the Why’s and How-To’s of makeup. For details, follow @bluSh__Salon (2 underscores) and the bridal page @bluShing_bride_team. Michele asks Newtown Square Friends & Neighbors Readers for help with questions and How-To requests to be featured live on IG. She also asks for one brave model to be featured live while Kelly demonstrates your requests! DM Michele Quinn your request or email Michele at mquinn@BlushLooks.com.

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Newtown Square Homeowner’s Solution For Sewer Tie-In Savings There are TWO OPTIONS for Sewer Tie-Ins with Township Approval 1. Traditional 4" Gravity System

2. Directional Drilling System

Digging Down to The Sewer Main

Underground Horizontal Drilling

Pros • A Gravity System with a clean out, relies on gradually sloping pipelines for downhill sewage flow.

• The sewage flows away from the property and into a sewer main, offering peace of mind for many years.

Con • Installing a Gravity System will significantly disturb the homeowner’s landscaping.

Pros • A Directional Drilling System is installed by tunneling underground horizontally, under gardens, driveways and other man-made obstacles.

• Installation requires far less disturbance of landscaping.

Cons • A Directional Drilling System requires a duplex grinder pump with battery backup (in the event of power loss).

• Directional Drilling Systems require bi-annual servicing and owner monitoring.

Mid-Atlantic Mechanical has Completed Over One Thousand Sewer Tie-Ins, Each With Unique Challenges to Overcome.

Let Us Help You as We’ve Managed These Projects in Newtown Square: • Newtown Edgmont Little League • Newtown Square Firehouse • Terrazza Apartments on Rt. 252 • Broomall Firehouse • AVE at Newtown Square on Rt. 252 • Ellis Preserve Shops & Residences and Many Other Newtown Square Friends & Neighbors

Before You Make a Sewer Tie-In Investment Get a Competitive Quote From Mid-Atlantic Mechanical

Mid-Atlantic Mechanical is proud to offer Plumbing Service Repair!

Mid-Atlantic Mechanical, Inc. is a licensed contracting company based in Newtown Square providing all types of commercial & residential heating and plumbing services and repairs.

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