DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am looking for someone to shovel some snow off our roof, especially near our back entrance. I’m aware that you keep lists of people who have special skills. Do you carry a list of people who do that? Thank you in advance. — Judy, Auburn.

ANSWER: You are correct. Sun Spots does have a list of people who offer snow removal and roof shoveling.

• Benner & Son, a landscaping company, offers snow removal and roof shoveling. They are based in Auburn and can be reached by calling 207-782-4920.
• Eddie’s Maintenance is another snow removal service that can clean off your roof. You can reach them by calling 207-212-0852.
• Brown’s Construction is a construction company that specializes in roofing and siding, but they also assist with home projects of all sizes, including snow removal. You can reach them by calling 207-224-2226.

This list could be longer. If you offer this service and would like to be added or if you have a recommendation, please write in to Sun Spots.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am wondering if there is a business that cleans old photos and repairs old ornamental photo frames? This is a very large picture that is about 100 years old and the frame that it is in needs repair too. Thank you. — No name, Livermore.

ANSWER: This job may require two experts, one for the photo and one for the frame.

• Photo Finish, in the Auburn Mall on the TD Bank end across from Super Shoes, offers photo restoration services. They can be reached by calling 207-783-3354.
• Before & After Photo Restoration, at 136 Maine St. in Brunswick, specializes in photo restoration and retouching. They can be reached by calling 207-725-9499.

For your picture frame restoration:

• The Picture Framer, at 81 Main St. in Topsham, restores frames of all kinds. They can be reached by calling 207-729-7765.
• If your frame is very ornamental and gilded, Johanna Moore at Lone Pine Projects specializes in restoring gilded objects. She can be reached by calling 207-828-0028 or email [email protected].

If anyone offers these services, please write in to Sun Spots.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I so enjoy your column. Would you please tell me the requirements for posting an obituary in the Sun Journal? Is there a word limit? What would the cost be? Thank you. — No name, Auburn.

ANSWER: The easiest way to submit an obituary is using the form provided by the Sun Journal’s website. It can be found at sunjournal.com/submit/obituary or by clicking the “contact us” link and clicking “submit an obituary.” If you would prefer to write your own obituary you may email it directly to [email protected].

As far as pricing, the first 60 words are free then every printed inch (1 column wide by 1 inch deep) is $27.30. If including a photo, the cost for the photo is $65.

Once you submit an obituary, you will receive a call back. If you have any questions, please call 207-784-5411.

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