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Some of the Unusual Movies Released for Valentine’s Day

Saturday, February 14th, 2015

Hollywood has always tried to match movies up to the seasons to draw droves of viewers to the theaters: October is packed with fright-offerings, while the winter holidays skew toward warm and pleasing family films (as well as Oscar hopefuls). Valentine’s Day falls in an odd spot when it comes to the movie release calendar, however, since February tends to be a slower time for the film industry. The studios are as likely to slot strange movies that don’t fit anywhere else in their annual schedules into the Valentine’s Day weekend as they are films with powerful romantic appeal.

So, while the second weekend of February has featured hugely successful romantic comedies like Hitch, The Wedding Singer, and (of course) Valentine’s Day, some truly weird choices have debuted in this weekend as well. And a few have even gone on to tremendous success despite the bizarre match with the holiday. Here are a couple of the odder Valentine’s Day movie releases:

  • Dracula (1931): Yes, this Halloween perennial and the start of Universal Studio’s Classic Monsters actually came out on Valentine’s Day! But perhaps this makes some sense, as the Dracula legend has often received a “doomed lover” approach in the many years since Bela Lugosi made the aristocratic vampire a screen icon.
  • The Silence of the Lambs (1991): Does any film seem less appropriate for Valentine’s Day than this unnerving and sometimes very violent psychological thriller? What’s even more astonishing than the film’s release date is that The Silence of the Lambs eventually nabbed the Oscar for Best Picture, an almost unheard of occurrence for a movie released so early in the year.
  • Daredevil (2003): This Marvel comic adaptation featuring Ben Affleck as a blind superhero does contain a romantic subplot, but the stronger connection to Valentine’s Day may just be that Daredevil wears a bright red costume.
  • A Good Day to Die Hard (2013): The least successful of the Die Hard film franchise, this is an excellent example of a studio dropping a film into a weekend where it doesn’t fit in the hopes that it works as counter-programming. (It didn’t.)
  • Wayne’s World (1992): Now here is an example of counter-programming that clicked with audiences. This comedy based on a Saturday Night Live sketch turned into one of that year’s biggest hits and spawned a sequel.

Whether you celebrate Valentine’s Day with a trip to the movie theater, or you have your own special plans, everyone here at Modern Plumbing Industries hopes you and your loved ones have a wonderful weekend.

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2014 Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. World Plumbing Day Poster Contest Winners!!!

Tuesday, March 11th, 2014

Thank you to all the schools and students that participated.  We have selected the winning poster’s from this year’s contest.   He are the winning designs and those that were honorable mention!  All of the student’s did a wonderful job and we can’t thank them enough for helping us to celebrate World Plumbing Day 2014!!  Have a look at the creativity of the students…

World Plumbing Day - 1st Prize (iPad and $500)

World Plumbing Day – 1st Prize (iPad and $500)

World Plumbing Day - 2nd Prize ($500)

World Plumbing Day – 2nd Prize ($500)

World Plumbing Day - 3rd Prize (Orlando Magic Tickets)

World Plumbing Day – 3rd Prize (Orlando Magic Tickets)

We also had some great entries worth honorable mention…

 

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Join Modern Plumbing Industries as we celebrate World Plumbing Day Today, March 11th!

Tuesday, March 11th, 2014

Have you ever taken a moment to think about where your drinking water comes from, how your washing machine gets those clothes smelling fresh, or even where your late goldfish went after you gave it a proper toilet bowl burial? Every day we use multiple parts of the plumbing systems that help us stay hydrated, stay clean and a multitude of other things we tend to take for granted. Join Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. in celebrating World Plumbing Day!

Every March 11th we take a moment to appreciate the advancements in technology that have afforded us the sanitation and water needs of a modern society. It’s important to us that we take a moment to appreciate the foundation on which our business is built, and one of the great pillars of society. Next time you go fill your water bottle, use the lavatory or anything requiring a plumbing system, take a moment to appreciate the work and technology that goes into maintaining such an important system.

For more information, visit our friends at www.WorldPlumbingDay.org or call us should one of your systems need a little TLC from your friends at Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. serving the greater Orlando Florida area!

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Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. featured in Plumbing Perspective

Thursday, February 13th, 2014

Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. was recently featured in the magazine Plumbing Perspectives. We want to thank them for highlighting our past work and successes, follow the link below to check out the article for yourself.

Remember to call us for any of your Orlando, FL area plumbing needs at 407-327-6000!

Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. Plumbing Perspective Article

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Modern Plumbing Industries Inc partners with SCT Fleet Solutions Increasing Efficiency and Safety

Monday, December 9th, 2013

Winter Springs, FL 12/06/13

Modern Plumbing Industries Inc, a professional plumbing provider and longtime advocate for the environment recently found a new way to increase efficiency within their operation. By partnering with SCT Fleet Solutions technology, Modern Plumbing has successfully reduced their company vehicles’ top speed and idle rpm decreasing their fuel consumption while helping reduce harmful emissions.

“We are constantly looking at proven methods and technology to help us reduce costs to our customers while improving the environment for future generations” – Charles Bracco said. “It’s not enough to talk about it, actions drive results.”

With the growing cost of fuel on the minds of many, businesses and consumers are constantly looking for low cost ways to increase fuel economy. Some easy changes that can be made are:

  • Check your tire pressure regularly
  • Reduce unnecessary weight in your vehicle
  • Keep vehicle health by following the scheduled maintenance
  • Avoid speeding above the posted speeds

SCT’s proven technology has been helping customers and businesses reduce fuel consumption since 2003. A combined experience of 450,000+ vehicles allows SCT to help take the guess work out of efficiently using vehicles. More information at www.SCTFleetSolutions.com

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Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. Honors Veterans with 25% Off on Veterans Day

Friday, November 8th, 2013

VetImageSmallIt is an honor and a privilege to give back to those that have served our great Country. This Monday, November 11, 2013, Modern Plumbing Industries will increase it’s Veteran’s Discount from 10% off to 25% off all plumbing services.

Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. is an active participant and proud supporter of Building Homes for Heroes.

Thank you for your willingness to sacrifice to keep our freedoms alive and our nation great.

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ABC’S 2012 Excellence in Construction Eagle Award Winner

Monday, October 22nd, 2012

Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. (MPI) is proud to announce that they have received the 2012 Excellence in Construction Eagle Award from Associated Builders and Contractors association for two different projects.

“ABC’s Awards of Excellence Program has become the premier competition within the construction industry that recognizes outstanding construction projects across the nation.”

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These awards were won based on MPI’s extensive work on the Florida Hospital Sanford Burnham Translational Research Institute for Metabolism and Diabetes in Orlando, FL and the Vaccine and Gene Therapy Institute of Florida in Port St. Lucie, FL. Both project utilized the Trimble Robot and 3D BIM Modeling.

MPI specializes in commercial construction plumbing, medical gas piping, LEED and sustainable design and construction. MPI offers commercial construction plumbing services throughout the entire state of Florida. For more information please contact us.

Vaccine and Gene Therapy Institute of Florida

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AsktheSeal.com: Storm Chasers Blow into Florida in Wake of Tropical Storm Debby

Thursday, June 28th, 2012
Consumer advocate, AsktheSeal.com, warns Florida residents to beware of contractors who will flood the area as the waters of Tropical Storm Debby recede.
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Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. offers reliable plumbing, drain and sewer, water treatment, and commercial plumbing services in the Orlando, Winter Springs, Orange and Seminole County areas. We have almost 40 years of experience serving Central Florida residents and their particular needs.

 

 

Opportunistic companies and workers will flock to Florida looking to clean up financially in the wake of Tropical Storm Debby. Many of these companies are unlicensed or uninsured and not familiar with local building codes. Some are opportunists who will take deposits and disappear. Others will hire unqualified day labor to do the work and these companies are nowhere to be found when problems with the work are discovered.

 “The risks of hiring an unlicensed, uninsured or out of town contractor to work on your property are significant and they are both financial as well as physical risks” according to AsktheSeal.com founder, Edward Marchiselli.
  • The work they do may not meet local codes which can result in a dangerous situation, more damage or expense, as well as make it difficult to sell your property at a later date.
  • If any problems occur after the job is complete, you may not be able to find that company who will be off chasing another storm somewhere else.
  • If more damage is done as a result of unlicensed work or someone is hurt during or as a result of the unlicensed work, many insurance companies could deny the claim leaving the property owner holding the bag.
  • Property owners in Florida can be fined up to $5,000 for hiring an unlicensed contractor.
  • Many of the storm chasers will hire day laborers and do not perform criminal background checks so you may be inviting dangerous criminals onto your property.
AsktheSeal.com suggests you stick to a local company who has a good track record and solid reputation in your area. If you do not know of any such contractors in your area, you can find quality companies for free on AsktheSeal.com. AsktheSeal.com verifies licenses, insurance and customer service record before awarding their Seal of Approval. They also perform annual criminal background checks on owners and employees and issue photo IDs confirming their background checks. Companies with the Seal of Approval can even email you a photo of the employees coming to your property. If you can’t find a company in your area on AsktheSeal.com, Marchiselli suggests you take the following steps:
  • Verify if a state license is needed and if your contractor has one at www.myfloridalicense.com .
  • Request a certificate of insurance be sent directly to you from the contractor’s insurance company.
  • Contact your local building department to see if any local licenses or permits are needed for your job and ensure that any necessary permits are pulled and completed.
  • Make sure you understand Florida’s lien laws so you don’t end up paying for the job twice. http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/pro/cilb/documents/florida_lien_law.pdf .
  • Perform an internet search on the company name as well as the owner’s name. Try it again with the word “complaint” at the end of the name. Look past the first page of results.
  • Do not pay until the work is complete and permits are closed. Pay by credit card when possible.
  • Get everything in writing. If it’s important enough to promise in the sales pitch, it’s important enough to document in the contract.
  • Find out if the company performs criminal background checks on the employees they are sending to your property. Ask them to prove it. Will their employees be driving marked cars? Will they be wearing uniforms and photo IDs?
  • Put away any visible cash, jewelry, guns or pharmaceuticals. Make sure all windows and doors are locked after workers exit your home or business.
Taking these precautions will help ensure a quality job while helping to protect your financial interests as well as the safety of your family.

www.asktheseal.com  is a consumer advocacy company and website based in Tampa, Fl. The peace of mind that AsktheSeal.com provides is priceless and is therefore free to consumers. Consumers depend on AsktheSeal.com to learn how to select the best and safest company for the job and to find companies with the Seal of Approval. Reputable companies depend on AsktheSeal.com to distinguish them from corner-cutting competitors who pretend to offer the same safety and quality standards.

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National Plumbing Industry Week!

Friday, April 27th, 2012

Plumbers | Orlando | Modern Plumbing IndustriesApril 25th was National Plumbers Day, celebrated as part of National Plumbing Industry Week! Modern Plumbing Industries would like to salute our technicians and all plumbers working hard to provide top quality service to customer.

Did you know…

…how much a drip can waste?
A faucet that drips one drop of water per second can waste up to 100 gallons of water in a week.

…who the most famous plumber is?
The world’s most famous plumbers are probably video game superstars Mario and Luigi, of Nintendo’s Super Mario Brothers series.

…that copper pipes have been used for thousands of years?
Copper piping, which is the #1 material used for plumbing work in today’s world, is the same material that the Egyptians used to lay their own pipe – some 3000 years ago!

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Central Florida Events- Building Homes for Heroes

Friday, April 13th, 2012

There are two great ways to support Building Homes for Heroes coming up! The Operation MAKE A DIFFERENCE Bike Ride will be held this Saturday, April 14th, 2012. On May 4th, 2012 there will be a Golf Tournament benefiting Fairways for Warriors and Building Homes for Heroes. Modern Plumbing encourages anyone who is able to support these charity events. Building Homes for Heroes provides individuals, corporations and others with an opportunity to help our severely wounded and disabled veterans and their families rebuild their lives by working together to build or remodel homes for these heroes.

Operation MAKE A DIFFERENCE is a bike ride which runs from Orlando to Tampa on Saturday, April 14th, 2012. Sgt Josh Cope will be hand-cycling the 100 mile route. Participants of all fitness levels are encouraged to participate in either the 100 mile, 50 mile, or 10 mile routes. All proceeds go to building homes for combat wounded veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan. Register online today at www.buildinghomesforheroes.org/help/volunteer

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Fairways for Warriors and Building Homes for Heroes will be hosting a charity golf tournament on Friday, May 4th, 2012. The program will include 18 holes of golf, lunch, range facilities, and a silent auction. All proceeds will benefit these organizations. If you are not able to attend, please consider making a donation to either of these causes.

Orlando | Golf Tournament | Modern Plumbing

 

Modern Plumbing is proud to provide services for all of your Orlando, Florida plumbing installation and repair needs. At Modern Plumbing our pledge is to establish lasting relationships within the community.  We constantly strive to exceed our  customers’  expectations and gain their trust through exceptional performance and quality workmanship.

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