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POST CONSTRUCTION WINDOW CLEANING, IS IT FOR YOU?
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ART FOR PROFIT
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HOW TO START A WINDOW CLEANING BUSINESS FOR ROOKIES
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A PEAK AT THE NEW JETSTREAM FROM WAGTAIL
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SPECIAL 50TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION For 50 years the name UNGER has been synonymous with high quality and innovation. To celebrate our 50th Anniversary, we have designed a limited edition selection of ErgoTec® tools in a luxurious shade of gray with golden speck, featuring our commemorative logo.
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The ErgoTec 50th Anniversary limited edition kit includes a choice of 14” or 18” ErgoTec Squeegee, 14” ErgoTec Washer with Ninja Sleeve, and 50th Anniversary Bucket on a Belt. Each kit includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Contact www.windowcleaningresource.com today to reserve your kit. In stock March 2014. Tools also available separately.
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The Proof: ErgoTec KIT CERTIFICATE
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