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Insurcomm Restoration

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right.

Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner for full-service property damage restoration — from emergency response and mitigation through complete reconstruction, all under one roof. For over 30 years, we've helped homeowners, businesses, municipalities, and insurance carriers recover from water damage, fire and smoke, mold, biohazard incidents, and catastrophic events.

Our Services: • Water Damage Cleanup & Mitigation • Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration • Mold Remediation • Biohazard & Environmental Cleanup • Contents Cleaning & Restoration • Full Reconstruction & Rebuild • 24/7 Catastrophe Response

Why Insurcomm: • 24/7 Emergency Help Line — fast response when minutes matter • IICRC-Certified Professionals delivering precision craftsmanship • Dedicated project management with a single point of contact • Clear, transparent communication from first notice of loss to final walkthrough • Trusted by national and regional insurers for day-to-day claims and complex losses

Insurcomm is a Fortify Company, a national property protection platform with 100+ markets nationwide. Locally rooted, nationally backed.
Call our 24-hour response line: (844) 424-9283

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Da Vinci Jr LLC
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Da Vinci Jr LLC

Da Vinci Jr offers hands-on STEM, robotics, and creative technology programs for students. Campers build robots, launch rockets, conduct science experiments, and work on collaborative engineering challenges in a fun, screen-free environment. Programs are led by Rick Martin, a STEM teacher at Saint Agnes School in Arlington. Summer camps are offered in Arlington and Quincy and are designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence through real hands-on learning

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Champion Soccer School
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Champion Soccer School

K-12 summer soccer camps in Wayland, Wilmington, Tewksbury, and Belmont MA.

Features:
Sportsmanship: Our camp culture prizes sportsmanship, highlighted by our daily sportsperson awards and weekly CSS Cup.

Skill Development: Ball control, possession, finishing, team tactical training, and multi-themed camps. Campers receive evaluations weekly, and parents receive daily photos and updates of training.

Home Grown: We are run by established, credentialed local teachers and coaches. Many CSS campers are accepted into our CIT program and become coaches.

Affordable:
$315 per week (Elite Camp $350); 3-week player development pass: $270/week
5- to 8-week player development pass ~$200 per week,
Multi-Sport camp: $285/week; $2,000 for 10-week summer pass

CSS Camper Gear: All campers receive a custom-designed ball and a dri-fit shirt.



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School of Fashion Design
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School of Fashion Design

Celebrating over 90 years of excellence in fashion education, The School of Fashion Design is the only educational institution in New England dedicated exclusively to the study of fashion design. SFD provides students with a solid foundation in apparel design and construction, and the skills required for a successful career in fashion.

Our technical Certificate program is taught by experts in the field of fashion design. Students may take courses toward the Certificate or on a class-by-class basis to fill professional education interests. For creatives and textile arts enthusiasts, SFD offers workshops in various fiber arts such as weaving, lace making, embroidery, millinery, upcycling, and more.

As an SFD student, you will join a diverse community of emerging designers. Our studios are filled with recent high school graduates, students from nearby colleges enriching their education with fashion, and working professionals embarking on a new career path.

SFD faculty and students are active partners in our local community, collaborating regularly with organizations and businesses through internships, exhibitions, field trips, and special events. Our reputation for excellence is on display each time our students show their work at fashion shows and exhibits throughout the year.

With an SFD Certificate in Fashion Design, our alumni have enjoyed fashion careers with Adidas, Coldwater Creek, J. Jill, New Balance, PUMA, Ralph Lauren, Talbots, Timberland, TJX Companies, and more. Our alumni are designers and costumers for stage and screen, while others have found success launching their own label.

Our varied class levels and flexible schedules are designed to meet the needs and profiles of all students. So whatever your level, background, or educational goals, we invite you to schedule a tour to see yourself at The School of Fashion Design. New semesters begin September, January, and June. Your fashion education begins here!

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American Elm Landscape
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American Elm Landscape

American Elm Landscape is a Medford, MA landscape design and construction company creating high-end outdoor spaces for homeowners in Medford, Boston, and surrounding communities. Established in 1989, we specialize in transforming small and challenging yards into beautiful, functional outdoor living spaces with expert planning, masonry, hardscaping, artificial turf, drainage solutions, landscape lighting, fountains, and custom backyard design.

Whether you want a complete backyard renovation, a new patio or walkway, better drainage, a low-maintenance turf installation, or a more private and polished urban oasis, American Elm Landscape brings design vision and construction expertise to every project. We understand the constraints of Greater Boston properties, especially smaller yards, and build spaces that are attractive, durable, and practical.

Homeowners choose American Elm Landscape for thoughtful design, skilled craftsmanship, and specialty expertise that goes beyond standard lawn care. If you are looking for a Medford landscaper or landscape contractor for a custom outdoor project, contact us to schedule a consultation.

Serving: Medford, Somerville, Cambridge and Boston

Services:
Landscape design
Backyard renovation
Hardscaping
Patios and walkways
Masonry
Artificial turf installation
Drainage solutions
Outdoor lighting
Fountains and water features
Small backyard design
Urban landscape design
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Landscaper / Landscape Designer / Masonry & Hardscaping


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American Elm Landscape
150 Rivers Edge Dr.
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 350-5589
allan@americanelmlandscape.com
Website: https://americanelmlandscape.com

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The Brow Lab Somerville
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The Brow Lab Somerville

✨ The Brow Lab Somerville ✨ Where your brow era begins, from "no makeup makeup" threading to "that girl" laminations and lash lifts, every service is crafted to match your energy. Henna designs that hit different. Music that slaps. Vibes immaculate. → Transform your face card today at The Brow Lab Somerville, everyone's newest destination for brows, lashes, and confidence.

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FIXER
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FIXER

FIXER is built on a clear mission: to provide dependable, high-standard service for homeowners and businesses who value professionalism, precision, and trust. We operate with discipline, strong communication, and a commitment to quality that guides every project we take on.

Our goal is simple: deliver reliable solutions, reduce stress, and bring order and efficiency to the tasks people need handled. We approach every job with respect for your home, your time, and the outcome you expect.

Services We Provide
• Handyman repairs, home improvements, assembly, mounting, and patching
• Moving labor, loading, unloading, and structured heavy lifting
• Junk removal, cleanouts, and responsible disposal
• Residential and commercial cleaning
• Light pest support and basic prevention
• Yard work, exterior cleanup, and seasonal maintenance
• Snow removal and winter response
• Event staffing and security solutions
• Holiday lighting installation and specialty décor
• Customized support for unique or time-sensitive tasks

How We Operate
Professional Standards: We arrive prepared, communicate clearly, and maintain a consistent, respectful presence.
Quality Execution: Work is carried out with precision, care, and attention to detail.
Reliable Response: We adapt quickly, meet deadlines, and complete tasks without shortcuts.
Client Confidence: Our approach is designed to earn long-term trust through consistency and accountability.

FIXER represents an elevated level of service — structured, dependable, and focused on delivering strong results for every client. Whether you need repairs, labor support, event coverage, or specialized assistance, FIXER provides a high-quality experience from start to finish.

Professional service. Reliable support. Excellence in every detail.
📞 (781) 218-9426
📧 fixerservicehelp@gmail.com

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Buyers Brokers Only
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Buyers Brokers Only

We protect Greater Boston home buyers in a seller-focused industry by providing trusted advice and helping avoid costly mistakes all the way home.

We understand you may feel overwhelmed and nervous about buying a home. It's a big decision. Home buyers deserve a trusted, patient, and loyal advocate who has their best interests in mind.

Home buyers should not have to question their real estate agent's loyalty. You deserve 100 percent loyalty 100 percent of the time.

Buyers Brokers Only puts clients before commissions, having helped more than 2,000 home-buying consumers purchase more than $1 billion in residential real estate and avoid costly mistakes over over 20 years.

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Book an Online Consultation: https://info.buyersbrokersonly.com/personal-home-buyer-consultation?patch

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