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In 1899 a major discovery was made at the archaeological site at the village of Xiao dun in the An-yang district of Henan province. Thousands of bones and tortoise shells were discovered there which had been inscribed with ancient Chinese characters. The site had been the capital of the kings of the Late Shang dynasty (this Late Shang is also called the Yin) from the 14th century BC. The last twelve of the Shang kings ruled here until about 1045 BC and the bones and tortoise shells discovered there had been used as part of religious ceremonies. Questions were inscribed on one side of a tortoise shell, the other side of the shell was then subjected to the heat of a fire, and the cracks which appeared were interpreted as the answers to the questions coming from ancient ancestors.
The importance of these finds, as far as learning about the ancient Chinese number system, was that many of the inscriptions contained numerical information about men lost in battle, prisoners taken in battle, the number of sacrifices made, the number of animals killed on hunts, the number of days or months, etc. The number system which was used to express this numerical information was based on the decimal system and was both additive and multiplicative in nature. Here is a selection of the symbols that were used.
By having multiplicative properties we mean that 200 is represented by the symbol for 2 and the symbol for 100, 300 is represented by the symbol for 3 and the symbol for 100, 400 is represented by the symbol for 4 and the symbol for 100, etc. Similarly 2000 is represented by the symbol for 2 and the symbol for 1000, 3000 is represented by the symbol for 3 and the symbol for 1000, 4000 is represented by the symbol for 4 and the symbol for 1000, etc. There was also a symbol for 10000 which we have not included in the illustration above but it took the form of a scorpion. However larger numbers have not been found, the largest number discovered on the Shang bones and tortoise shells being 30000.
The additive nature of the system was that symbols were juxtaposed to indicate addition, so that 4359 was represented by the symbol for 4000 followed by the symbol for 300, followed by the symbol of 50 followed by the symbol for 9. Here is the way 4359 would appear:
Now this system is not a positional system so it had no need for a zero. For example the number 5080 is represented by:
Because we have not illustrated many numbers above here is one further example of a Chinese oracular number. Here is 8873:
There are a number of fascinating questions which we can consider about this number system. Although the representation of the numbers 1, 2, 3, 4 needs little explanation, the question as to why particular symbols are used for the other digits is far less obvious. Two main theories have been put forward.
The first theory suggests that the symbols are phonetic. By this we mean that since the number nine looks like a fish hook, then perhaps the sound of the word for 'nine' in ancient Chinese was close to the sound of the word for 'fish hook'. Again the symbol for 1000 is a 'man' so perhaps the word for 'thousand' in ancient Chinese was close to the sound of the word for 'man'. To take an example from English, the number 10 is pronounced 'ten'. This sounds like 'hen' so a symbol for a hen might be appropriate, perhaps modified so that the reader knew that the symbol represented 'ten' rather than 'hen'.
A second theory about the symbols comes from the fact that numbers, and in fact all writing in this Late Shang period, were only used as part of religious ceremonies. We have explained above how the inscriptions were used by soothsayers, who were the priests of the time, in their ceremonies. This theory suggests that the number symbols are of religious significance. Of course it is possible that some of the symbols are explained by the first of these theories, while others are explained by the second. Again symbols such as the scorpion may simply have been used since swarms of scorpions meant "a large number' to people at that time. Perhaps the symbol for 100 represents a toe (it does look like one), and one might explain this if people at the time counted up to ten on their fingers, then 100 for each toe, and then 1000 for the 'man' having counted 'all' parts of the body.
The symbols we have illustrated evolved somewhat over time but were surprisingly stable in form. However a second form of Chinese numerals began to be used from the 4th century BC when counting boards came into use. A counting board consisted of a checker board with rows and columns. Numbers were represented by little rods made from bamboo or ivory. A number was formed in a row with the units placed in the right most column, the tens in the next column to the left, the hundreds in the next column to the left etc. The most significant property of representing numbers this way on the counting board was that it was a natural place valued system. One in the right most column represented 1, while one in the adjacent column to the left represented 10 etc.
Now the numbers from 1 to 9 had to be formed from the rods and a fairly natural way was found.
Here are two possible representations:
The biggest problem with this notation was that it could lead to possible confusion. What was ||| ? It could be 3, or 21, or 12, or even 111. Rods moving slightly along the row, or not being placed centrally in the squares, would lead to the incorrect number being represented. The Chinese adopted a clever way to avoid this problem. They used both forms of the numbers given in the above illustration. In the units column they used the form in the lower row, while in the tens column they used the form in the upper row, continuing alternately. For example 1234 is represented on the counting board by: and 45698 by:
There was still no need for a zero on the counting board for a square was simply left blank. The alternating forms of the numbers again helped to show that there was indeed a space. For example 60390 would be represented as:
Ancient arithmetic texts described how to perform arithmetic operations on the counting board. For example Sun Zi, in the first chapter of the Sunzi suanjing Ⓣ, gives instructions on using counting rods to multiply, divide, and compute square roots.
Xiahou Yang's Xiahou Yang suanjing Ⓣ written in the 5th century AD notes that to multiply a number by 10, 100, 1000, or 10000 all that needs to be done is that the rods on the counting board are moved to the left by 1, 2, 3, or 4 squares. Similarly to divide by 10, 100, 1000, or 10000 the rods are moved to the right by 1, 2, 3, or 4 squares. What is significant here is that Xiahou Yang seems to understand not only positive powers of 10 but also decimal fractions as negative powers of 10. This illustrates the significance of using counting board numerals.
Now the Chinese counting board numbers were not just used on a counting board, although this is clearly their origin. They were used in written texts, particularly mathematical texts, and the power of the place valued notation led to the Chinese making significant advances. In particular the "tian yuan" or "coefficient array method" or "method of the celestial unknown" developed out of the counting board representation of numbers. This was a notation for an equation and Li Zhi gives the earliest source of the method, although it must have been invented before his time.
In about the fourteenth century AD the abacus came into use in China. Certainly this, like the counting board, seems to have been a Chinese invention. In many ways it was similar to the counting board, except instead of using rods to represent numbers, they were represented by beads sliding on a wire. Arithmetical rules for the abacus were analogous to those of the counting board (even square roots and cube roots of numbers could be calculated) but it appears that the abacus was used almost exclusively by merchants who only used the operations of addition and subtraction.
Here is an illustration of an abacus showing the number 46802.
For numbers up to 4 slide the required number of beads in the lower part up to the middle bar. For example on the right most wire two is represented. For five or above, slide one bead above the middle bar down (representing 5), and 1, 2, 3 or 4 beads up to the middle bar for the numbers 6, 7, 8, or 9 respectively. For example on the wire three from the right hand side the number 8 is represented (5 for the bead above, three beads below).
One might reasonably ask why each wire contains enough beads to represent 15. This was to make the intermediate working easier so that in fact numbers bigger than 9 could be stored on a single wire during a calculation, although by the end such "carries" would have to be taken over to the wire to the left.
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Dismounted Norman Knights
Here are some more Normans from my picture files.Again,like I will do with this entire army I'm using the quicker black shade method as described under Norman knights.These knights decided to fight dismounted which was uncommon for Norman knights but did happen.Next up are some Norman heavy infantry.
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Norman Knights
Here are some Norman knights led by a converted William the Conqueror and Bishop Otto.It's perhaps a little more colorful then many Norman armies with the banners,but I like the extra color.I tried out using a different painting method to speed things up a bit.However,it really only works at 15mm and I wouldn't recommend it for 25mm and up.
The method is called black shading and it is where you just paint the raised areas and leave the folds and crevices in the base undercoat of black.From tabletop height it looks pretty good,but doesn't stand up to close inspection.I think it strikes a nice balance between looks and getting an army on the table in a pretty quick time.
This method should only be used to get armies on the table and not for display.This is fine because it allows me to focus my painting on my 25/28mm stuff that is worth the effort and at the same time I'm able to get some things done in the smaller scales.
I plan on using this army for DBA/DBMM and also for some Fields of Glory.
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S Chisolm
19:13 02 Jan 20
They installed our doors 7+ years ago and recently one of the motherboard went out in the opener. I called after 6 one night and they were there the following morning. Joe was friendly quick and detailed. The price was fair and reasonable. Will use again for sure
Paul DeVigne
00:51 31 Dec 19
On the Saturday morning before Christmas our garage door would not open- broken spring. I reached out to Overhead Door at 10:00. By 11:45 everything was fixed, under warranty! I could not believe the quick turn around. What seemed like a major holiday headache, turned out to be just a small speed bump. Second to none customer service from the initial phone call to service man, as well. ~5 star plus!
Bill Cartwright
00:59 23 Dec 19
Hunter and Chris J did a fantastic job for us installing our new door and repairing the door jambs. They made my wife comfortable and left her confident they knew what had to be done. Both men were knowledgeable and professional.The door is a vast improvement and has worked flawlessly.Thank you Hunter and Chris J.I do also want to comment on how helpful our sales associate Mike was. He made making the selection of Overhead Door Company of Atlanta easy. His experience and knowledge of the field from his experience made his advice and suggestions credible.Job well done.Bill
Mark Kaufman
21:34 13 Dec 19
OHD has maintained our garage door for years. They just installed a new one. It's beautiful and works great. Chris Jones was our installer and he did a beautiful job. He even set up the remotes in our cars. I recommend highly both him and the company.
Shane Yahn
14:03 11 Dec 19
What a great company with great customer service. I have uneven concrete on my garage floor which made installation complicated. After the garage doors were installed, I wasn't happy with the way it looked. This company sent out their best rep three times to fix whatever I didnt like. They made sure I was 100% happy. It's not often you get such great customer service these days. And on top of that, the doors are very high quality and look superb. I am a very happy customer. Don't hesitate to use Overhead Garage Door Company.
Carol Culberson
11:58 04 Dec 19
This is my second experience , (two different issues)using Overhead Door and both times they have been great. After explaining the situation the scheduler sent a tech right away. Chris couldn't have been nicer. He replaced a broken spring, and did a "check up" after I had asked him to look at two hinges. The price was very reasonable, quick service, explained everything when asked. I highly recommend.
steve whitehead
20:43 03 Dec 19
I have used Overhead Door Co. three times and my experience has always been outstanding. The service people sent out have always been really nice and do a great job. No problems after they leave so never had to call them back and always inspect my door while they are there. Not the cheapest around but as with anything you pay for the knowledge, craftsmanship, and to have your problem solved. I would, and have, recommend Overhead for any and all garage door problems.
don Hollingsworth
21:13 26 Nov 19
The Technician the management sent out was awesome. He explained every little detail and also gave me some useful info. His name is: Dan Shirley and again he is an awesome individual. Thank you Overhead Doors for sending Dan our way.
Kevin B
17:32 25 Nov 19
Super easy to set up appointment. Did it on my phone on a Saturday night at a restaurant. Technician called the next day and said he was running early and if he could come by. Came and took a look, Gave me the price and expectation of time. Did the work as expected within time and invoices exactly as quoted. Very pleasant and informative. I'm always expecting the upsell but he simply addressed problem and fixed it. An A++ service and technician.
Mary Ann Zegers
17:21 25 Nov 19
What a pleasure to have the technician arrived on time. He was personable and professional as well as efficient and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to help me program my car garage opener! I would recommend your company and use them for any future needs I might have.
Dennis Baldauf
17:53 21 Nov 19
Our door just needed some sensitivity adjustments for whatever reason. I would guess the springs loose some tension over the years. So he adjusted and oiled everything and it is as good as new. He was a super nice guy.
Cindy Stroman
22:00 20 Nov 19
From the kind voice on the other end of the phone when I called in a panic, Overhead Door gave us 5 star service. Our door had been damaged at the bottom and we feared we'd have to replace the entire door. They said they could repair it by replacing only one panel. The part was ordered and they completed the work the next day. Both guys that came, one the day of my call, and the other to perform the work to be done, were polite, thorough and explained exactly what they were doing and how long they'd be. Just a really pleasant experience!
Rebecca Duncan
17:49 20 Nov 19
The services received was excellent from start to finish. My initial call to the gainesville ha office was handled expertly with helpfulness and kindness. The person assisting me to set up service appointment was knowledgeable and from my feeble description of the problem was able to determine what the problem was. The service technician had installed the actual door opener originally and I know that he is totally knowledgeable of the mechanics of the garage door and opener. He is punctual and explains exactly what he has to do and the cost. I am definitely a brand preference customer based on the integrity of Overhead Door Company. I have had service at least four different times and have always been satisfied with the persons that responded to my calls.
Legend Oaks
18:08 15 Nov 19
Comparing Overhead to a popular competitor, Randy (the tech) was much more knowledgeable. The price was more than 50% less and despite the need for custom springs, Randy provided an immediate remedy that allowed the door to function normally for the two days needed to get the new parts. The competitor offered no remedy and needed at least one week to complete the repair for $600 more. That's 5 Star Service.
Tony Denisio
01:31 29 Oct 19
Excellent service. Service tech came out early and explained everything clearly, he replaced my opener with an upgraded unit (old one was 22 yrs old) and fixed issues with the mechanisms for the door. I now have a much better working door and opener which is so quiet now. I could not be happier!
Kristin Bush
16:43 28 Oct 19
I had what I thought was a badly damaged garage door. I read the reviews like most of us do before deciding to call Overhead Garage. I rarely take the time to write reviews but they were amazing. I initially reached out to their customer service team. I was stressed about the damage that had occurred, they were so kind and extremely professional with setting expectations. It thankfully worked out that the technician could show up the same day in the pouring rain, and he was incredible. I thought I could need a full replacement & it ended up being a minor repair for my aluminum door. I wish all companies treated their customers this well. I feel lucky to have found them. Thank you!
venky kumbakonam
18:20 17 Oct 19
The person came and quickly acknowledged that he has not worked on this type of door and he will bring the expert. The expert came and fixed it in 10 minutes. Good he did not try to learn at my cost. How many people are transparent like that…5 stars
Michael Stein
16:56 11 Oct 19
Serguei is about as good as it can get. He was an excellent installer and knew what had to be done to tune up my 3 overhead doors. Since I had just purchased a home he was able to point out other issues that may be a concern sometime down the road. I'm extremely satisfied with Overhead Door Co. and will always use them.
Laura Ford
03:41 10 Oct 19
Serviceman was prompt professional and most important did NOT try to oversell his services. Fixed our garage door and got it up and running in under 1 hour. Overhead Garage Door Atlanta is the garage folks I call because they respond quickly and gets the job done! There may be cheaper services out there but none as reliable….thanks guys!!
Tracy B
16:15 24 Sep 19
This was my first experience with the Overhead Door Company and it was top notch! The technician, Casey, was on time, professional and super knowledgeable. All the reviews I'd read about there being no hassles and no pressure to buy anything extra were true. I'm recommending them to anyone who'll listen – I'll certainly be using them again!
Pete Fritts
16:13 11 Sep 19
Our installer was fantastic. We wanted to leave a great review for him but there was no code so we could not get in to leave it. That being said he was the best. He was courteous , knowledgeable and professional and did the work super fast. We are very happy with our new door. it is very quiet.
Barbara BK
16:22 10 Sep 19
I have used Overhead Door of Atlanta for almost 30 years. They have always come out immediately and have performed some awesome tasks – especially when my deceased husband drove through the garage doors trying to get out! They have always been there for me. My recent issue has still not been totally resolved but they have come out three times on this one issue and I know they will keep coming until it is resolved. That is why I gave them the highest rating you can. I know I am in the very best hands and it WILL be resolved! There are not many companies that have such a reputation.
Fred P
17:27 27 Aug 19
Serviceman was prompt professional and most important did NOT try to oversell his services. Fixed our garage door and got it up and running in under 1 hour. Overhead Garage Door Atlanta is the garage folks I call because they respond quickly and gets the job done! There may be cheaper services out there but none as reliable….thanks guys!!
Maritza Taylor
01:30 27 Aug 19
We called them for one thing and they discovered our spring has broken. Scheduled quickly and on time. Even they give you a long window they were both time within the first hour. Love the fact they automate everything. Quote and payment electronically. Also like companies that employees appreciate they can take time off to be with family. As a working parent thumbs up on companies like value working parents.
Sue Duncan
04:18 14 Aug 19
Excellent experience. The torsion spring broke on the left side. I had them replace both sides and the torsion plates. They arrived on time and were very personable and professional. They explained the process and completed the work in a timely manner. I felt the pricing was very reasonable. I would highly recommend the company and their technicians.
S. Dudley
12:26 09 Aug 19
We love Overhead Door of Atlanta and have used them for over 10 years. Prices are reasonable and the technicians are excellent. They never push new products on you but they will tell you what's available if you decide to change anything. After 10 years, we decided to change our 3 garage doors. After discussing, we learned they also did garage floors, so, we added that to our list. Normally, with an improvement of this size we would get multiple bids but that's not necessary because we know these people will give us a reasonable price and stand behind their work. Can't ask for anything more.
Michelle Butler
01:50 07 Aug 19
Initial call with phone rep was good. She found a promo for my usage and scheduled install of a garage door opener for a couple of days later. The next day, a second phone rep contacted me to see if we could install that same day. The installer was very friendly, timely, and knowledgeable. Garage opener is as quiet as it lists.
Drew Warner
22:03 02 Aug 19
I conveniently scheduled my service online and got a confirmation back within minutes. The technician Joe was on time to my house and did a fantastic job fixing my garage door opener. He was able to replace the motherboard in the unit verses replacing the whole thing which saved me a ton of money. Also reset my garage door openers and installed a keypad outside. Very fast and efficient. I would highly recommend Overhead door company if you need your garage doors repaired or replaced.
mark lowman
20:54 31 Jul 19
My spring broke and I just wanted a new opener. Mine was old and loud. He came out to do a quote at 8:30 p.m. He said he could install them tonight or schedule any other time if it was too late for us. He finished around 11:00 p.m. The replacement springs are much bigger and better than the failed springs. The nice new quiet Legacy opener has wifi and he programmed our Nissan to the opener. He also programmed a universal remote we had at no extra charge. He showed me on page 12 of the owners manual there is instructions on how to download an app to our phones. I haven't done that yet. I am very happy with the quality price and service.
Sujatha Hariharan
20:44 19 Jul 19
I had a great experience off the bat speaking toAJ who went over the options and pricing. She scheduled my service appointment. She was so professional, pleasant to speak to and thorough. The following day Sergio came out to install our new garage door opener. He was so professional, quick and very nice. He was done in less time than he expected. He showed me everything that he did. I highly recommend using Overhead Door Company of Atlanta.
Olivia Marr
18:58 12 Jul 19
Overhead Door is a great company to work with in getting a new garage door. They remained very patient and flexible with my changing install schedule. Layne Fields did a professional job of installing my door with no problems at all. He was very patient again in working around a couple of environmental challenges and kept his cool throughout — an asset to the company. I like the company calls ahead the day before and day of to keep you informed as to progress, arrival time etc. Everyone there is very courteous and customer-focused.
Donnie Weston
21:27 07 Jul 19
Overhead was my first call! I called to get a quote on having an new garage door installed. Not only did a receive the deal of a lifetime, but 2 weeks later my custom door arrived. The techs Trevor, Jeff , and Tony Arrived on time, prompt, and courteous. They explained the process and assured me they would have it all done in a few short hours. The guys were very professional and well mannered. All of my questions were answered during the process and they went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied once. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone looking for a new door, remodel, quote, install, or anything DOOR related. Special Thanks to Trevor,Jeff, and Tony! Keep up the good work!
Andrea Jones
16:06 18 Jun 19
Contacted Overhead Door regarding a previous quote. They came out the next day and made the repairs. They were timely and efficient. The technician that came out was both knowledgeable and professional. Would use them again, if need.
Yolanda Wall
16:23 11 Jun 19
We had our garage door service today, & Richard Pittman provided excellent service. He brought another person along with him, I can't recall his name. Both individuals were very professional workers, & Mr. Richard explained everything he was doing while performing our service.Thanks for a job well done!!!
George Messner
18:51 10 Jun 19
I damaged our door and Overhead tech Richard P. came out and got it closed. However, it needed to be replaced and an Overhead team responded promptly with the new door. Layne Fields was the lead installer along with Chris Senna, team leader, and Chris Jones, installer. They came early and were quick to assess what needed to be done. They removed the old door, installed the new door and walked me through all the information I needed to operate it. All the while, they were industrious but, even more, they were friendly and professional. It is rare to find professionals who can efficiently do their job and, at the same time, be so enjoyable to be around. Overhead Door must be a great company because all their employees have been this way. Layne, Chris and Chris were just a great example.
F Cone
11:46 06 Jun 19
Really like the finished product! Special kudos to Layne Fields the technician who came out last. He was extremely thorough, professional and took his time! I very much appreciated his customer service! I would be leaving a different review if not for Layne!
Ricky Tipton
16:43 18 May 19
The service with Overhead Doors is top tear! The technician got delayed but, we were informed of the issue by customer service. Then given kind and courteous service by customer service and the technician! He even helped set our cars remote service. I was very impressed and completely satisfied! We will use them again if needed.
Parwitar Wilailux
18:31 10 May 19
They were superb both customer services, and installation/replacement. 24 hrs call service. I had the new garage replacement scheduled within a week, temporary fixed my garage door on next business day, fast quoted on my door replacement, and fast/on-time on new door installation! Feff Bowen did a perfect job on my new garage door, explained everything before and after, cleaned up, and made sure that I got all info about my new door. He was professional, had great skill, and on time. Happy with my new garage door!! Thank you!
Danny Thomas
11:18 06 May 19
Jeff Bowen installed two new garage doors on my house last week. He was awesome!!! I have an older house so there were a few issues, but Jeff worked through them to ensure my new doors worked perfectly. After the job he made sure there was no mess, no extra metal laying around and he explained all aspect of the doors to me. Thank you for your great service and professionalism Jeff.
Steven McD
16:07 15 Apr 19
Best company and service technicians ever, don't go any where else! I've been a two home three garage door customer for years, keep up the great work. Annual service tuneups will keep everything working great! Just had OHD Anywhere installed, neat product upgrade.
R L Cya
20:59 14 Apr 19
I would give a 5 Star rating for the Staff. Both Tony L. & Chris S. gave 5 Star Service. The reason I did not give a total of 5 Stars is because, the installation personnel were not given a complete set of parts to also repair the "Trolley" and "Enagement" parts for the older door closure equipment. However, first thing the next day, Chris brought the parts and had the door working. Thank you Tony and Chris. Because of your dedication to getting the job done, I will continue to use Overhead Door for years to come (as I have in my last 2 houses).
john hotchkiss
14:56 11 Apr 19
Had an awesome experience with Overhead Door and their technician Ken Thompson who installed a new door this week. There was a minor glitch in the original quote (the sales person missed the height of my rails was non standard) but Ken and Overhead made things right and honored their quote, even getting it done much sooner than originally estimated. I would highly recommend this company and Ken!
Wilson Wallace
17:06 05 Apr 19
I had a very unique situation with an old house that master carpenter & craftsman Chris Sena handled beautifully. His work and humor was top notch and his skills are clearly off the CHARTS. I had the greatest handyman in Northeast Georgia on site during Chris' time here and even he was impressed by Chris' work. Now that is saying something.
Abigail Kamishlian
13:55 03 Apr 19
The technician was very professional and arrived within the time designated for my appointment. He notified me 30 minutes before he arrived that he was on his way. Installation of the Overhead Door Anywhere product was done efficiently and looks great. We had some trouble with getting the remote feature of the App setup as the directions are not great in the literature provided. Howevr, called customer support and the person was very helpful. Overhead Door technician patiently stayed until I could get the App working on my phone. Great experience.
Marvin Rasheed
00:03 03 Apr 19
Technician was on.time, professional, and courteous. He was very attentive to our situation and was prepared to repair our door on the spot. Due to the good deal he offered, I decided to replace both doors with more energy efficient, better designed, upgraded doors. I am totally satisfied with overhead doors.
Robert Patrick
18:52 02 Apr 19
The Overhead Door of Atlanta installed a new garage door last week. It is very quiet. We love it. However the installer could not get the opener to pair with my older pickup. Without asking Overhead Door called saying that they we're sending a technician out to try again. Chris Sena was able to successfully pair my truck with the door. Thank you.
Otto Jackson
13:36 28 Mar 19
Had a garage opener installed, it was not an "overhead door company" product, but the installer treated it the same. The service was good and fast. Great job explaining the opener and all it's features. Also made sure I was fully aware of all functions and capabilities before he left. I would definitely recommend them.
Ron Skopitz
21:26 26 Mar 19
OHD was great. They came out and gave an estimate with no pressure and were very patient for my request of multiple options. They were able to install within 3 days. The internal team was very helpful. The installers did a great job – the door is beautiful and silent, very well installed (and I am very picky), and they left the garage is much cleaner than when they got there. Probably paid more than I would have with a smaller outfit, but I definitely feel like we got what we paid for!
Bonnie Bright
19:06 25 Mar 19
This is the kind of company that makes other company's step-up there services. Right within the time frame estimated, got right on the service and was totally efficient and knowledgeable about what need to be done. A very honest company with wonderful employees.
Merry Terry
12:46 21 Mar 19
They're very professional, arrived on time, and despite the short notice, they fixed the garage in record time. Their cost is also quite affordable. I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs their garage fixed. Thanks so much, guys! 😀
Mary Sabat
16:56 18 Mar 19
We were so impressed by our service. First, they came out on a Sunday without an extra charge for weekend. We were just doing a tune up but our code box didn't work. He offered to change the code box and do the tune up for just a small additional fee. It was crazy great service. They are for sure my new go to for garage door anything.
Beverly English
14:02 14 Mar 19
Overhead Door is the best! We had to have our 25 year old openers replaced within a month of each other and both servicemen were wonderful. They knew their stuff and got the job done expeditiously and to perfection. I can't imagine using anyone else.
Don Addison
17:01 18 Jan 19
Our garage door was in bad shape and we knew we needed to order a new one but just hadn't gotten it done. Of course, on Labor Day weekend, it broke completely coming off the tracks. Jason came out immediately and disabled the door from the opener, and got it back on the tracks so we could at least get it closed. There was no charge for this holiday weekend service as I was ordering a new door. And I was able to use a coupon on the purchase. The door was delivered and installed by Robert at the exact time on the exact day it was promised. Robert explained the process and answered all our questions. It was a very good experience. And the door is absolutely beautiful and an upgrade from what we had!
Scott Lawrence
17:57 17 Jan 19
The entire experience was great! The springs on my garage door broke on a Sunday evening around 5:00 pm. I went online and looked up door companies in my area. Found Overhead Door went on their site and was able to make an appointment right then for Monday morning. Never talked to anyone. The system confirmed my appointment and gave me a start time. The tech showed up on time and finished in an hour. I Couldn't believe how easy it all was. The price was more than fair too. I will definitely use them again should I have a need.
Yalonda Crawford
18:08 16 Jan 19
Overhead took real good care of me. My spring broke and I couldn't get my car out of the garage. They arrived quickly and finished the job just as quick. Very knowledgeable.
Jack Dominey
17:56 16 Jan 19
Our garage door, about 10 years old, had been reversing and refusing to close for quite a while when finally made the appointment. The technician, Chad H., called half an hour ahead to let me know he was on the way and arrived on time. He sized up the job quickly and did the work efficiently. He told me immediately that he'd have to replace the springs. Once he had done the basic maintenance, he tested the sensors, which unfortunately had to be replaced. While the job was more expensive than I expected, the replacements were clearly necessary. Door works great now.
Judi Spector
23:33 15 Jan 19
As you age so do your garage doors. Ours have reached the age of maturity being 23 years old. Through the years we've used Overhead Door for minor repairs but this time she went to garage door heaven. So we called our garage guru, overhead door and they came to the rescue. You wouldn't even know this door was opening or closing by sound. Their work has always been exemplary and still is. You can use them with confidence for your service needs.
Zoe Lovett
17:52 15 Jan 19
I recommend Overhead Door without hesitation. I called for an issue and the CSR over the phone was very pleasant and helpful. She got someone out the very next day. The technician that came out was knowledgeable, professional, and fast. It was a quick fix and he explained in great detail what the issue was and how to avoid having it happen again. Great all around service!!
Mike Katz
16:59 14 Jan 19
They did a fantastic job. Was quick to respond to service request…Person they sent was great…explained the options and was able to fix everything in the same day. Highly recommend
Jeremy Karassik
16:17 12 Jan 19
Got out quickly with no problem even during the holidays. Brandon was prompt and efficient. He took the time to answer any and all questions. Great work!
Lisa Borders
23:58 11 Jan 19
1/2/19 – My tech, Anthony, was knowledgeable and communicated our issues clearly. More importantly, he diligently made the repair and took initiative to check both garage doors to ensure smooth & safe operation. Bravo!!!
E Moore
13:38 20 Dec 18
The people at Overhead Door Atlanta are always prompt, professional, knowledgeable, and courteous. They are also very patient in giving me instructions for reprogramming, and explaining what they did. The yearly preventive checkup is a lifesaver, detecting problems before the door malfunctions and shuts my car in the garage! We've used them for many years and are very pleased.
Tessie Warren
15:09 18 Dec 18
Arrived on time. Thought I would have to have a new door opener installed. All I needed was new springs. Awesome that honesty is still around. Cost must less than expected. I would imagine that there are some garage door companies that would have installed the new door opener anyway, and then charged me for the springs too. If you want honesty, dependable, friendly service…call Overhead Door Company of Atlanta. I will always call them in the future!
Reba Herzfeld
20:52 08 Dec 18
Very prompt service. Repairman was very professional and volunteered information as to maintenance that I could do myself. Because of that I highly recommend Overhead Door for all of my garage door needs and will recommend them to my friends as well.
Steve Weibel
18:05 04 Dec 18
Overhead Door is very responsive, on time and the technicians always know the right answers. No over selling, just fix the problem. I like uncomplicated vendors and these guys are among the best. Off all vendor I use, Overhead Door leaves an impression with me every time of great value for the dollar.
Bob Barrier
05:09 28 Nov 18
Daniel called beforehand (as had been planned several days before) and arrived on time. He was friendly, courteous, and knowledgeable. He efficiently did the tune-up required and installed a code pad. He could have charged me for three remotes but pointed out that I did not need them. He showed his knowledge of his trade by identifying the age and make of the 1980s chain and pulley installed in our basement. All in all, a very satisfactory and relatively inexpensive service.
01:55 23 Nov 18
10/15/18 Overheard Door of Atlanta responded quickly when one spring broke on my double garage door. Even with your wife helping, try lifting a double door sometime to get your cars out. Both men who came were pleasant, efficient and charged only what they had quoted. They included the checking of all components. First class service.
Ted Robinson
15:58 20 Nov 18
Our outdoor keypad stopped working. After several rounds of owner problem determination, it appeared a replacement was due. We called Overhead door and after learning the cost of a visit would pretty much cover a tuneup which we had not had in a few years, we opted to sign up for that and they threw in the new keypad as well. Prompt and professional technician. We're happy.
Daniel Cash
18:17 16 Nov 18
Dan with Overhead Door just left my home. I could not be more pleased with the service he provided. Knowledgeable, efficient, and took the time to go above and beyond with the little things. He is a great representative of your brand. Hire more guys like Dan!
Thompson Speer
20:18 13 Nov 18
I can't remember the technician's name for the life of me(mark, maybe) but he was awesome. Super knowledgeable guy and great explanation of what he was doing to repair our garage door. Hopefully our garage doors live a long life, but I know who to call whenever they do bite the dust.
Walda Jefferson
20:36 05 Nov 18
Always had a great experience with Overhead Door Company. They are able to secure a technician immediately. The technician is knowledgeable and gets quick results. Their prices are reasonable and comparable. Highly recommend this company.
Carol Anne Hendrix
15:59 02 Nov 18
Chris Gilmartin was wonderful and patient in helping us choose the right door for our needs and never once pressured us to buy. The installers were professional polite and went above an beyond to make sure we were set before they left.If you need a garage door… these are your guys!!
Peggy Davidson
15:26 24 Oct 18
Overhead Technicians are very knowledgeable and quality of work is great. They also don't try and add on additional items or fixes if it isn't necessary. The technicians are very transparent and addresses the problem. I highly recommend them
Tony Paladino
17:21 17 Oct 18
The service technician was to our house in less than 2 ours of making the initial call and was very courteous and knowledgeable. He had the door fixed within 45 minuets allowing for us to get the cars our of the garage and st ill get to work by mid morning. The repair price was reasonable, and an overall great experience. I would strongly recommend to anyone needing garage door service.
carrla goldstein
23:21 16 Oct 18
Excellent service! They have always responded right away & made repairs same day. Reasonable pricing as well. Highly recommend.
Pat Harmeyer
15:00 09 Oct 18
Technician was knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and arrived on time. He actually figured out how to work the existing keypad rather than just sell me another one! Great Service!! Recommend them anytime!😊
Kathy Christian
04:48 05 Oct 18
Great company. Have used them for many many years. My new door looks even better than I had expected! Prompt service and professional people. Will be using them for years to come.
Kelly Keeter
17:15 19 Sep 18
Overhead Door offers superior service and Quality! They installed a brand new custom painted , insulated door for me with a whisper quiet motor and it's perfect! Customer service is very attentive to customers needs ! Thank you Heather T! Great Job!Kelly
Flynn Andrew
15:38 18 Sep 18
The technician was fine, although he arrived at 2:40 PM when I'd been told he would arrive between 10 AM & 2 PM. Probably not his fault though. He did the work quickly and all is well. I would call this company again if needed.
Wayne Hale
22:32 08 Sep 18
I scheduled a Saturday online yesterday as it was open so I figured it could be hit or miss. They were running behind but called around 4:00 to apologize for missing 10:00 to 12:00pm. We were here and they were close by. Casey was our tech. He was very nice and serviced the double door, tightened the spring, adjusted cables, greased everything and tightened all screws and bolts for a reasonable price. They're the best.
Dave G
17:44 30 Aug 18
Had Tech Rep stop to look at door bottom seal. Also our old door had broken & temporarily fixed by someone else who never came back. Ended up purchasing a new door. Install Rep was very nice explained what he was going to be doing & why, arrived on time after alerting me with a phone call. The new door is much quieter and I am very pleased with the product and the service of Overhead Door.
Bill Mitchell
14:47 25 Aug 18
Stan did a great job fixing our garage door! His knowledge and experience are second to none and our door works better than when it was installed 10 years ago by Overhead Door originally!!Thank you Stan!
Gloria Clark
04:01 20 Aug 18
I had used ODCA for my patio door purchase and installation and post purchase service. They have always been reliable and so I trusted them to do my garage door service recently. Jae C. was so polite and knowledgeable. Serviced the mechanics on our door and had it running smoothly in 20 minutes. Gave us some good info on keeping it operating smoothly.
Steve Shelby
20:40 14 Aug 18
Service was excellent… technician arrived when promised.. evaluated the problem… offered multiple solutions, and explained the advantages/di$advantage$ of each. Very professional and love the performance of the new system. NEVER had poor service from ODC, and this time was no exception. Thanks.
Paul Greene
17:12 14 Aug 18
Your service man showed me what the problem was and what was needed to correct it.I was very pleased with the service overall and reasonably priced.Great service.
Ron Robey
16:14 09 Aug 18
My post-service survey response is below. I strongly recommend this as the first and only place to call for garage door repair in and around Atlanta (I live in Marietta)."In all fairness, I have put off setting up a garage door appointment for about a month out of a combination of price concerns and fear of a horrible experience. In my head, I was signing up for something that would likely feel "sales-y" and probably end up costing an arm and a leg. It would have been impossible for me to be more wrong.Erik was awesome. He called before showing up to give an estimated arrival time and was spot on, dressed professionally and very polite. He thoroughly assessed the situation before beginning any work – asking clarifying questions and really illustrating that he wanted to understand the issues I'd experienced with the doors. After getting a solid understanding of where I was at, he walked me through the possible causes as he checked them out. He is very knowledgeable and was able to explain the things he was checking and seeing using plain language, making sure I understood. When he found the issues, he discussed the plan with me and the approximate costs – explaining why each piece was important and how it would help get my doors working properly. After the initial issue was fixed, he advised me that the rollers were wearing down and may need to be replaced soon. He explained how the new rollers would be better than the ones on there now and showed me where the existing ones were starting to wobble and thin out. This did not feel like an "upsell" at all – there was no pressure to "act now or your doors will fall off". I decided to replace the rollers on both doors to prevent having trouble down the road. I felt very comfortable in that interaction and, had the cost been more than I was comfortable with, I don't feel like me declining the work would have turned in to a "big deal". It likely would have resulted in Erik explaining what to look for so I'd know when I really needed to have it done. Even with the extra elements added on, Erik worked quickly and very cleanly. When he was done, he showed me the new elements in place and went through some very helpful maintenance information. He left the doors spotless (no grease, fingerprints, etc.) and the garage area clean (no bags or trash, etc.). His estimates on costs were as accurate as his arrival estimate. I had, in the back of my mind, assumed there would be some "taxes and fees"-type inflation to the estimate, but there was absolutely none. He had quoted me fair prices for good work and his quote matched the bill – I wish this was the case with the other companies I've used for other repairs around the house!I was extremely impressed with Erik's professionalism, courteousness, knowledge, workmanship, and his ability to make something I know nothing about become very approachable and easy-to-understand. Based on his performance today, I'll be submitting a recommendation for Overhead Door to be added to my HOA's "Testimonials" page.I couldn't be happier with my experience. Please award any accolades or recognition you can to Erik and also please pass along my thanks to the leadership team for hiring such great people. It's clear to me that customer service is very important to Overhead Door. Erik never said that outright, but he made me believe it without a single doubt. Outstanding job!"
Vince Toreno
20:50 28 Jul 18
i bought a brand new car today, drove it home into my garage and the door broke with the car inside. I called this company about 2:30 p.m. today and they had a gentleman, Daniel, out to my house in under an hour. It took Daniel all of 15 minutes to replace my torsion spring and I was back in business! I envisioned having to wait several days just to get someone out to my house. I cannot overstate how pleased I am with this company's awesome service! I strongly recommend giving them an opportunity to earn your business.
Carlicia Wade
01:56 28 Jul 18
It was a bit over OUR budget but You get WHAT YOU pay for!! We absolutely loved OUR new garage doors. It was totally worth the 3 weeks or so wait. Excellent service from sale to installation! The grey color that was selected wasn't dull. The grey has a kinda shine to them. The frickin openers are sooo quite!! I must say we have the BEST looking garage doors on ours street! Maybe the entire subdivision … LOL!
Scott Braswell
12:36 26 Jul 18
Dan L has been our assigned technician for at least five years and he's been fantastic. He's always responsive, reliable and honest. We will continue to use Overhead Door and refer them to our friends and neighbors.
Randy Booth
19:21 29 Jun 18
Broken spring first brought OHDAtl to our home. After that quick and efficient repair, we discovered the next day that a power surge had also fried the circuit board in the main unit. Called OHD again; Randy S. responded again and on the same day. New unit was installed, clickers and outside keypad reprogrammed and garage floor blown off in less than 1 hour. Randy gave a quick (but complete) overview of workings of machinery and warranty. Cost was very reasonable and Randy was incredible. This was probably the very best home repair/installation experience in my 65 years. Thank you to OHDAtl and Randy S.!
01:47 27 Jun 18
We could not have been more pleased with Joe. He was extremely professional, explained the repairs, provided us with tips on how to maintain our current equipment and he was fast and efficient. If we are in need of garage door services in the future we will ask for Joe S. specifically.Andrea S.
Caroline Morrison
17:41 10 May 18
Wonderful customer service, quick installation and super friendly and helpful people! Would 100% recommend using overhead for your next garage door!!!
Mar mccune
20:36 08 May 18
We have used Overhead Door Company of Atlanta for many years. Today I had the pleasure of meeting Randy Strickland and Simone. Both are great representatives of the company. Randy solved our problem within 30 minutes at a very reasonable price. Simone was the first person I met via the phone. She was friendly and said close attention to my specific needs. She also reassured me that she would have a person repair my garage doors today. She has a great sense of humor which made the call a pure pleasure.
13:23 04 Apr 18
I was hearing metal noises whenever I opened my garage door, so I called the Overhead Door Company of Atlanta. Overhead Door sent a tech out within 48 hrs, and the tech who arrived was great at observing small details, he discovered that the track bolts were loose and had to tighten all the bolts, thus the noise went away. I strongly recommend technician Eddie Jensen with Overhead Door Company, he's customer focused, on time, and excited about his job.
Douglas Oesterreich
22:29 19 Mar 18
I can't recommend Overhead Door and Randy S. The day, I thought was going to be gone, garage not opening on a weekend. Doubtful any company would be available to help me out. Reached out to a neighbor that recommended Overhead Door. Arrived in the window, professional and explained all my options. Yes, I could have waited longer for original parts to come in but who wants to deal with the hassle. Randy asked several times at the end if I had anything else that needed to be done (remotes, etc). He also explained to me when to lubricate the hinges and spring. I can't tell you how great Randy S was and my experience. Thank you!
Alvaro Piñeros
17:30 19 Feb 18
we had problems with our garage door opener, called the home warranty company and they did a horrible job, called the Overheaddoor of Atlanta, they came in early on a Sunday morning, inspected the door and opener, suggested a couple of solutions and We went ahead and ordered the odyssey 1000 and had it installed by them right on the spot.We had a wonderful experience, the tech was very nice and knew very well what he was doing, the process was quick and easy and the opener is quiet. Yet again another fantastic job by the overhead door of Atlanta. We will continue using your services for sure. Alvaro.
John Secrist
22:09 12 Feb 18
Called in the morning and tech showed up that afternoon. We had a strange situation and he diagnosed it and came up with a solution that resolved the issue from the original installation (another company.) He was thorough and completed the job quickly. The cost of repair was very reasonable! Highly recommend. Tech's name is Jimmy. He was polite, respectful, funny, and a pleasure to have working for us.Thanks!
Dave Blalock
16:22 05 Feb 18
Just Great! Booked appt to replace broken torsion spring. Jimmy S. was out there that same morning and swapped out the spring and made sure everything was perfect. Professional and efficient. Will continue to do business with Overhead.
Madison Jarrett
18:11 03 Feb 18
Top notch service today. They came on time and fixed my problem quickly and efficiently. Will definitely use them again. Thanks jimmy for being so awesome.
Marcie Morris
00:47 02 Feb 18
Jimmy S. did an amazing job servicing our 3 garage doors. He was super knowledgeable, helpful, as well as friendly. We will definitely use your company again, and are thankful Jimmy took great care of our needs. Thanks!
Nancy Brewster
19:17 20 Jan 18
Our garage door just stopped working at all yesterday evening after it had been just fine all day. I got on your website and made an appointment for the next day (which was a Saturday). The man that came out, Nael, could not have been nicer. He was so pleasant, knew exactly what the problem was, and fixed it promptly. I asked him could he do the maintenance too while he was here, and he said sure. Once he had the garage door working, going up and down, I told him it was a beautiful sight. I have used this company for 30+ years, and have always had great service. They installed this door about 5 years ago, and it is beautiful and serves us well. Just a heads up for people, don't make the mistake I made one time (only). I called the wrong company (very similar name), so always look for the red ribbon! And thank you, Nael, for being so nice, respectful, and knowledgeable! I will ask for you again for my maintenance or any problems!
Marquette Chester
21:41 05 Jan 18
Great advice on a complicated solution for the hi lift garage doors for our home. The head of service was engaged and while a new customer, I got really good advice and service on an initial install. If you are looking for really informed advice on the install and maintenance of your garage doors I've found the team at Overhead exceptional. I recommend the team and found Frank to be informed and very proficient with the work and the follow up was spot on.
Tracy Blunier
21:06 05 Jan 18
Randy was a great technician – very knowledgeable. He explained everything fully and was done with the job in about 30 minutes. I would definitely call this company again.
Jamie Kirk
15:43 14 Dec 17
Service Tech Eddie was professional, patient, explanatory of the issue and very customer focused. Two thumbs up. If you need to have them come out – be sure to ask for Eddie. Great job !!
abby friedman
15:58 05 Dec 17
GREAT experience with this company! Our garage door stopped working last night with one of our cars inside it. I called Overhead Door at 8 the following morning, spoke with Kathy Moylan, who walked us through evaluating what the problem was, told us NOT to try to manually open the door as that would be dangerous, and set us up for a morning appointment. Within 20 minutes, I heard from Randy Strickland, a service technician, who said he'd be at our house in the next 15 minutes. An hour later the door was repaired – it needed new coils, the whole system was cleaned up and lubricated, and my car electronics were connected to the door eliminating the need for the electronic clicker. Randy and Kathy couldn't have been nicer and more professional. Obviously, I highly recommend Overhead Door of Atlanta!
Lora Lee Bell
18:13 02 Nov 17
Randy was a delight! He educated me in a very organized fashion. I would trust him to repair anything in my home! He should be rewarded and get a raise! Trust me when I say, rarely does a service technician show interest in his work, high level of knowledge and respect to the customer as Randy! Thank you!!
Gail Gail
17:57 19 Oct 17
Anthony T. and Randy came out to fix my garage door today. They were both VERY helpful, professional, and personable, while both having a great sense of humor! My son ran into the door backing out before it was totally up. We thought the door would need replacing. Anthony worked on the door and saved us from replacing the door, thus saving us a lot of money!! It iis so refreshing to conduct business with a company that has your best financial interest at heart!!! Highly recommend Overhead Door Company of Atlanta!! Ask for Anthony T. and Randy. Awesome duo!!
Bill Johnson
21:08 25 Sep 17
I only gave a 4 out of 5 because there is always room for improvement. Matthew R., the tech came out to service my garage a few weeks ago. He arrived in a timely manner, which was much quicker than I expected. My older system stopped working and Matthew R. was able to install a new one very quickly. He answered every question I had and was able to get the answer for the few he was unsure of. Matthew was a great representative of the company and I would recommend him to anyone if you are able to choose your technician.
Vanessa Fortenberry
01:28 16 Sep 17
I have utilized the services of Overhead Door Company of Atlanta for many years. Each time, I have received remarkable service. Today, was no exception. Anthony was professional, knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. He ensured that I understood the mechanics and the safety of my garage doors. And, he also ensured that my garage door is secure and functioning properly. Anthony is an asset to Overhead Garage. Thanks so much Anthony T!
April Nealey
19:27 11 Sep 17
Best service I could have ever asked for! They sent a tech out within 2 hours of my contacting my Home Warranty company for the issue. The tech arrived during a severe weather event, which was WAY above and beyond. He was in and out within 20 minutes. He diagnosed the issue, changed the key pad, reprogrammed, and added fresh batteries to everything in record time. He was kind and professional. I would recommend this company to anyone with any issue. Way to go on training!!!
Bryan Kennicott
16:18 18 Aug 17
I had an excellent experience with this company!My garage was not opening and they had Randy come out the next day to take a look. Randy gave me a complete rundown of what he would have to do to fix the door. He also provided a few options for saving some money as well. There was absolutely no pressure to make a sale.Randy and Doh came back as soon as they could and finished the job quickly! They both took the time to show me all of the new functionality my motor units had, and they were happy to answer any and all questions. The level of customer service was amazing!Thank you very much!
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – Harvard athletics will introduce live and on-demand video online streaming for men's soccer games this fall. Six of the Crimson's seven home games will be available with multiple cameras and play-by-play.
Eric Steckling joins the Harvard broadcast team on the play-by-play call for GoCrimson.com. Steckling is a producer at WHDH-TV (NBC) in Boston and has held broadcast and production roles for the Big Ten Network, UNC-Asheville and University of Illinois.
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There are so many creative minds out there. I think it would be interesting to know what others think. Sooo... centerpieces with little fish in it, hit or miss?
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Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Hit or Miss? Fish Centerpieces
There are so many creative minds out there. I think it would be interesting to know what others think. Sooo... centerpieces with little fish in it, hit or miss?
Posted by Unknown at 5:05 PM
Labels: Party Decor
9 comments:
- Anonymous said...
I know a lot of ppl are fans of this but I've never wanted to see a fish swimming in a centerpiece while I'm eating...especially since they often die. Makes for nice pictures, but for me it's a miss.
- March 3, 2009 at 6:11 PM
- Unknown said...
LOL! That's a good point! Especially if you are eating fish! LOL!
- March 3, 2009 at 7:47 PM
- My Dream Ring said...
I agree with Brandi, if they dies it would really "kill" the mood, LOL.
- March 3, 2009 at 9:25 PM
- Natalia said...
I did this once for a party. It was cool for all of 3 minutes and then I spent the entire time trying to find them (the fish) a new home. Fortunately we had lots of people willing to take them with...but yeah , NEVER again.
- March 3, 2009 at 10:22 PM
- Brooke Meyenberg said...
I'll have to vote miss..
In theory (and pictures) sounds fun and looks great but all said and done...ugg..so much work.
We purchased 6 dozen mollies (the brightly color goldfish) for a corporate party (900+). They were displayed in 12 big ..2' lit, glass vessels in our 'club room'. I was amazed how much work (and cost) went into getting the lil' guys to the event safely, passing half of them out, the clean up after, the transportation home, and the care for after.
Then the shock to learn when it was all said and down ¼ of the guest completely missed them.
- March 4, 2009 at 10:53 AM
- Unknown said...
I'm really surprised that this fish thing is a total miss! LOL
I never tried it, but now I'll think twice!
OMG, Brooke... all of that trouble for the guest not to notice? HA! That's insane!
- March 6, 2009 at 9:59 AM
- Anonymous said...
The blue fish in the second picture is a tropical fish and would need water a specific temperature to stay alive- NOT fair to sit and watch the poor little guy die!
- September 16, 2009 at 8:33 AM
- Anonymous said...
Actually the fish in the second pic is a beta or fighter fish whichever you want to go by and don't need many specific care, The plant on top would be helping oxygen in the bowl and that set up is actually called peace and war
- March 14, 2011 at 6:32 PM
- Anonymous said...
people have fish tanks all over their homes many in kitchens, dining and living rooms where they eat and many seafood restaurants have huge tanks with rare fish swimming so why is it such a big deal to see fish swimming in a beautiful arrangement. i think it is a nice idea granted it ties in with a theme!
- June 12, 2011 at 9:15 AM