Repairing or Replacing Window Screens


We recently bought a Victorian house in a historically protected neighborhood. The screens are a mess. If possible, we’d like to have them repaired or replaced, rather than replacing the whole windows (which would be much more expensive and require landmarks commission approval). The screens are probably from the early 1960s, and have aluminum frames. Does anyone know where I could have this done?

Categories: Windows
By JH | 04/01/2008 1:07 PM | Comment

A Tree Dies In Brooklyn


One of the trees in my backyard is dying, and I need to find someone who can cut it down. Can anyone recommend a company that does this type of work?

Categories: Garden
By JH | 11/07/2007 10:07 AM | Comment

Do Not Hire D&D Plumbing!


I was referred to this company by the person who installed a window with a vent for a new dryer in my basement. D&D was supposed to insall a gas line. When I asked “Mike” for some idea of how much it would cost me, he went ballistic and told me if I wanted a bargain, to hire someone else, and that he was only doing this as a favor to the window guy. His reaction to what I thought was a reasonable question for a customer to ask was truly bizarre. Needless to say, we are now looking for another plumber to insall the gas line. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Categories: Plumbers
By JH | 11/06/2007 2:07 PM | Comment

tankless hot water heaters


Has anyone installed a tankless hot water heater in their home? Are you happy with it? In your opinion, what are the relative virtues and drawbacks of tankless vs. traditional hot water heaters?

By JH | 09/27/2007 1:57 PM | Comment

Only the Dead Roaches Know Brooklyn


Does anyone know of a good exterminator?

By JH | 09/26/2007 4:52 PM | Comment