gailwasserman's Profile

Name:
Gail Wasserman
In Brooklyn Since:
1983
On Brownstoner Since:
Location:
Brooklyn
Neighborhood:
Victorian Flatbush
Abode:
House
Profession:
Sex:
Female
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Author's Posts

September 14, 2009

Cement Sidewalk

Some (but not all) of the squares of our cement sidewalk have cracked and need to be repaired/replaced. Any recommendations? Also, is there any reason I can't replace just the cracked squares, rather than the entire sidewalk? Thanks.

August 21, 2009

Donation

I have a lightly used HP color printer that I'm happy to donate to a school if anyone knows who might want it.

Also, I have a double bed/sleep sofa and desk that I'm having a hard time getting picked up by Salvation Army or Goodwill. Suggestions welcome.

August 11, 2009

Closet Design

Anyone have a recommendation for a local closet organizer? I got an estimate from California Closets and know that they are overpriced. Thanks.

June 3, 2009

Central Station Monitoring

My alarm company is about to raise its rates and I am shopping for an alternative who services Ditmas Park. I have an alarm system already --can I choose any company? Suggestions of reliable companies?

May 14, 2009

Repaving Cement Sidewalk

I need to re-cement a few blocks of the sidewalk in front of my West Midwood house. Any recommendations? Also, is it realistic to think I can redo only the portions that are cracked/buckling and not the whole thing? What should this cost per square foot? Thanks!

August 19, 2008

Renovate Fireplace

I have a fireplace that is already hooked up to a gas line in my 1906 Ditmas Park house. There is a sheet of copper over the front and the gas runs in small jets over the copper. I would like to replace it with a more conventional grate that runs on gas and has false logs or coals. Any suggestions about where/who to do this?

July 18, 2008

Need Appraiser

I am deeding a % of my house to my partner and need the house appraised. Can anyone recommend a reliable appraiser?

Thanks.

Appraiser

I bought my house 15 years ago and am now gifting a % to my partner and need the value of the house assessed in order to draft a new deed. Does anyone have someone reputable to suggest?

April 10, 2008

Kitchen Cabinets

Am I the only person who is astounded by the cost of kitchen cabinets? They are more than the appliances that I am buying and not custom made.

Any suggestions?

Oil vs Gas

I have a 100 year old oil boiler and am thinking of switching to gas but hearing conflicting views. Gas is cleaner and cheaper, but oil is more efficient. The cost is about $6000 to convert.

Any recommendations?

Author's Comments

I had the same thing happen a few months ago. There is a storm drain from the front of my house that opens into that hole and I needed a plumber with a snake to get a blockage cleared. Then everything cleared. Good Luck!

Posted by: gailwasserman at September 1, 2009 1:22 PM in response to Basement Drain

Posted by: gailwasserman at September 1, 2009 1:18 PM in response to Basement Drain

Dogface: If you have a contact there,let me know who to reach out to. Otherwise, Freecycle it is. Thx for the suggestions.

Posted by: gailwasserman at August 24, 2009 12:16 PM in response to Donation

I currently use Ambush Alarm and they're charging me about $130 for 6 months of service. But they say rates are going up 12-15%. I'll have to check on the make and model (though they did not install the system, so I figured I can choose someone else to monitor.)

Posted by: gailwasserman at June 3, 2009 1:27 PM in response to Central Station Monitoring

I can recommend Hollis@prospect tree.com. He did a great job on the very old yew tree in my back yard.

Posted by: gailwasserman at May 15, 2009 3:05 PM in response to need help cutting down trees

We've used Janet Lukens who lives in the north slope: 718 859 5337.

Posted by: gailwasserman at February 3, 2009 7:30 PM in response to Dog walker

I use A&P Oil. They also have a nominal co-op fee and their service has been excellent.

Posted by: gailwasserman at September 3, 2008 5:07 PM in response to Looking for new Heating Oil Company

Responses to Author's Forum Comments

Hello nandy, are you looking for an oil company then this "oil company" is a better choice for any kind of business you want to make.
For more information visit : http://www.lincenergy.us

Posted by: harrybrad at November 12, 2008 4:38 AM in response to Looking for new Heating Oil Company

Get back to me with the make and model and I'll give you the default installer code to try and whether or not it can be bypassed if it has been changed. When you do end up changing companies do not let the technician lock you out, this may require a $20 handshake.

Posted by: Bklyn Fire Alarm Guy at June 3, 2009 1:44 PM in response to Central Station Monitoring

put a sump pump in it...

Posted by: denton at September 1, 2009 1:19 PM in response to Basement Drain

Posted by: gailwasserman at September 1, 2009 1:22 PM in response to Basement Drain

Update from OP

I called Econo-sewer (718-338-8484) based on recommendations from the forum. They put a camera through the sewer and I had a break which was allowing water to seep back through the walls into the basement. They recommended Liberty Water & Sewer for the fix (718-567-2713).

Very happy with the work of both companies - highly recommend them.

Posted by: sjcg at September 15, 2009 5:43 PM in response to Basement Drain

if you would like central station monitoring it will run you 19.00 per month paid annu.if you have any further questions please feel free to contact joel at 917 756 1700

Posted by: 5 COUNTY ALARM at October 27, 2009 1:13 PM in response to Central Station Monitoring

it is also illegal to lock out a system that you buy outrite but as posted most alarm guys do this to make you change your panel so it locks you in so you wont want to spend money to change the system and stay with them.

Posted by: 5 COUNTY ALARM at October 27, 2009 1:19 PM in response to Central Station Monitoring