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April 8, 2008
Please recommend a good bookshelf builder!
Hi all,
I'm looking to have lots of bookshelves built into the study and living room of my new condo... Nothing fancy, just solid workmanship and a fair price...
Any recommendations of who I might contact?
Thanks!
January 28, 2008
HVAC Inspector
Anybody know of an inspector who has particular expertise in HVAC/furnace systems? I just closed on a condo and my general pre-inspection turned up quite a few HVAC red flags, so the sponsor has agreed to a more thorough HVAC inspection for the whole building (8 units).
If not an inspector, than perhaps a very good HVAC installer/repairman for a consultation?
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Hi,
If you look at the archive for Carpentry posts you'll find my post from a few days ago, almost the same as yours, asking for referrals for a good bookshelf builder...
The kind readers of this forum did give me some suggestions, none of which I've had a chance to check out yet, but they would probably work for you too!
Good luck...
Posted by: berlinesque at April 12, 2008 11:56 AM in response to Need Custom Bookshelves Built
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I recommend Alan Dorsey. He did a cherry veneer wall unit in our bedroom for our books, television, files and clothes. There is even a secret compartment! Beautiful work at a reasonable price. (718) 243-9111
Posted by: guest at April 10, 2008 10:02 AM in response to Please recommend a good bookshelf builder!
We just had extensive bookcases built for us and installed by Steve Rayboy (http://www.urbanexteriors.biz). They're not fancy wood--birch ply, which we will paint--but they're attractive, fairly priced, and expertly built. Steve is sort of a throwback. He takes pride in his work and has exacting standards for himself. He's become a deck specialist, and we got to know him last year when he built a large deck in our yard. The deck, which is made of ipe, is a thing of beauty--clean lines, exact spacing between planks, and lovely woodworking details where Steve cut around fixtures in the yard or cut the wood to the bowed contours of the building's exterior wall. Steve's prices are not low but work this good was worth paying for. My wife and I often joke that we wish our apartment itself were as well built as the deck. Steve is no-nonsense on the job. He shows up on time, is well-organized, cleans up, and gets the job done on time. I trust him completely and am glad to give you a personal referral if I can tell you anything more.
Posted by: malevine at April 10, 2008 10:15 AM in response to Please recommend a good bookshelf builder!
I know of an excellent high-end carpenter who has been working at my home since December. His name is Patrick Mangan.
Posted by: Giovanna at April 14, 2008 9:48 AM in response to Need Custom Bookshelves Built
Great, thanks so much for the info!
Posted by: berlinesque at April 9, 2008 8:07 PM in response to Please recommend a good bookshelf builder!