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S M O K E S I G N A L S A D V E R T I S I N G S U P P L E M E N T


OCTOBER 2010 For Squeaky Clean, windows are just the beginning


the sunshine stream once again through the panes of your castle in the woods. What’s not to like about that? Gilbert Simpson was welcomed


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into the Pickens community five years ago after marrying a life-long resident of Jasper, Christi Filkins Simpson. Staying in Jasper was a priority since the couple loves the small town feeling and warm family atmosphere it offers. They believe community involvement is important to help others and to feel part of a bigger whole. Gilbert and Christi started


Squeaky Clean Windows, LLC as a family owned and operated business. Gilbert heads his team of cleaning experts while Christi runs the office and handles the marketing for Squeaky Clean. With a background in graphic art design, Christi offers an artistic touch to the business. The couple prides themselves


icture this scene . . . you in a lounge chair, sipping sweet tea while watching a team of window- cleaning experts working hard to let


W I N D O W C L E A N I N G & P A I N T I N G SQUEAKY CLEAN


4855 Highway 53 East, Tate, GA 30177 • 706-692-9013 Web site: sales@squeakywindows.com


Not only does Squeaky Clean promise


sparkling windows to the world, the company also offers interior and exterior painting, hot water pressure washing, gutter and downspout cleaning, deck and cabin staining, epoxy garage flooring and color chip floors. Gilbert developed his company to help customers maintain their homes well and also add fresh touches to make it feel new again. Work estimates are often available


the same day a customer calls since Gilbert knows that, with window cleaning especially, a homeowner will reach a point of thinking, “I can’t stand it one more minute – these windows have to be cleaned!” Soon streaks, cobwebs, dirt and grime will be worries of the past. The Squeaky Clean office is


The staff of Squeaky Clean (from left): Mike Filkins, Nathan Weatherby, Josh Stanley, owner Gilbert Simpson, Chad Kimbral, Chris Addison and Mario Castro.


on customer service, customer satisfaction and quality of workmanship while offering a better product at a reasonable price. They work with homeowners to develop a plan to meet specific needs and won’t leave the job until the customer is fully satisfied and all expectations met. Repeat and referral customers tell the Squeaky Clean story the best. “We strive to run Squeaky Clean by the book and keep Christ at the center of our


focus in all things,” Gilbert said. The company reputation is most important to the Gilberts as well as the trust that develops when their job is done well.


casual and laid back. If Gilbert’s team isn’t out on a job, they can be found playing a friendly game of pool or napping on the couch. The sense of camaraderie is strong and the men have a “can do” attitude which leads to solid teamwork.


“All our customers bring us joy,” Gilbert remarks with a smile. “Some when we


get to the job, and some when we leave. Seriously, I’ve never felt so welcomed into a community or satisfied in my job. We say it all the time, but it’s worth saying again – Thank you to all our customers! You are the lifeblood of this and every business. Without you, we would have to close our doors. If there is anything we can ever do for you, please don’t hesitate to ask.”


Gatewood Hall: A gracious home within reach C


orky Gatewood and Shawn Hall have been beautifying spaces together for nearly thirteen years. Collaborating on interior design


projects- from rugs to fixtures, everywhere from Fulton to Fannin- their passion is exceptional design and gracious living.


Owning a second home in the North Georgia Mountains for nearly ten years; their devotion to design and tasteful mountain living led naturally to a retail endeavor. In 2006, Corky and Shawn opened their store, Gatewood Hall Gracious Home, in Historic Downtown Blue Ridge.


Recently named one of the “2010 Fifty Retail Stars” in the nation by Home Accents Today and AmericasMart, Gatewood Hall Gracious Home has been featured in Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles, Southern Lady and Simply Southern magazines. From their quaint shop, Corky and Shawn were involved in both grand scale interior design projects in dream vacation homes as well as smaller room restyling projects. All while selling fabulous finds for the home. Outgrowing their space led Corky and Shawn to their new, larger location on Depot Street in the old Blue Ridge Post Office. Early this year they nearly tripled their space, making a spectacular showroom for their lifestyle store featuring one-of-a-kind gifts, art, luxurious linens and just about everything savvy shoppers need to improve a living space. Next door to the store is the Design Center at Gatewood Hall, creating a separate design space for clients. When asked about the current trends, Corky stated, “We are seeing many of our clients choose a more casual and gathered look. Our customers


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GATEWOOD HALL GRACIOUS HOME 165 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA • 706-946-6246


E-mail: cgatewood@gatewoodhall.com • Blog: www.gatewoodhall.blogspot.com Gatewood Hall’s new location on Depot Street in Blue Ridge nearly tripled their showroom space.


appreciate that we offer one-of-a-kind finds as well as vintage items that you won’t see elsewhere.” There is so much more to Gatewood Hall than specialty gift items and interior design services. Other services of note include: the perfect real estate staging to get that property looking turn-key ready; color consultations to help you decide what paint colors will compliment your new sofa; custom blinds and draperies for your new home; hundreds of amazing items for a bridal registry as well as complete packages for rental cabins. Do you have a big celebration coming up? Has your small anniversary party turned into an event for 100 people? What about your daughter’s wedding? Or a 50th birthday party? The staff at Gatewood Hall knows exactly who to contact to plan your next event. Caterers, music, flowers . . . no need to be intimated, just pass the details along and prepare for an unforgettable fete.


The product lines exclusive to Gatewood Hall are so impressive, you’ll think twice about heading south to Atlanta next time you’re in need. Just a few of the offerings: Lee Industries Furniture from North Carolina; Luxury Linens by Pine Cone Hill and Peacock Alley; dinnerware by Juliska, Match, Arte Italica and Mariposa; candles by Votivo and Paddywax; bath products by Elizabeth W. and Pre de Provence; fabrics by Kravet and Robert Allen; original art by Marilyn Sparks and Kathy Ross and rugs by Merida and Dash & Albert.


Everything you need and more, just up 515 in Blue Ridge.


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