lymandval's Profile
- valerie
- 2002
- 2008
- Brooklyn
- Fort Greene
- House
- psychotherapist
- Female
- 37
Author's Posts
September 22, 2008
floor installer rec?
Rec someone to install bamboo floors? want someone who does good work, not too expensive please.
September 13, 2008
Hot water heater brand?
I am about to buy a 50 galon gaz one at home dept - a GE brand..but wondered if anyone had any feedback about that model? Any idea if there are other good ones out there. would love to have it be a quick recovery one. thoughts?
thanks for any information
where to buy bamboo floors
I have looked at Lowes- no good- Lumber liquidators, online. I am wondering if anyone has an opinion or experience with ordering bamboo floors. where would you go?
August 27, 2008
Bamboo floors
We are thinking of installing bamboo floors in our basement. we went to Lowes and are getting a quote from them. Anyone have another source I can investigate both to buy the bamboo and to have installed?
August 17, 2008
rec for handy man and plumber costs?
Also can anyone recommend someone to do a simple contracting job, painting and flooring and perhaps
new
opening for a wall and some drywall work- moving entry from one place to
another but very simple. its for
our basement/playroom den...does not have to be absolutely immaculate job. will
not pay
top price for this area. wnat a very handy person rather than a full fledged busy contractor for this small job.
I also need to have a new hot water heater installed? what do you expect the
cost from a
plumber to do this? I am getting huge diffferences in quotes?
thanks
August 13, 2008
Skylight instalation
we are replacing an existing skylight on a flat roof-it's cracked. Insula - Dome is the brand. Same one going in then is already there.
Can anyone recommend someone to install it for us please?
August 11, 2008
Cast iron radiator
We have one: 33 wide by 27 high (83/4 deep)to sell. In great shape.
Any idea what I can expect to sell it for?
Thanks
July 2, 2008
Crawl space Insulation- fiberglass or cellulose?
Is cellulose insulation really better than fiberglass products to insulate the crawl space under my roof? Can anyone confirm or explain otherwise? THANKS!
Window and cornice repair and paint
We are going to repair and paint our windows and cornice black (they are now white) and I wondered if there are any specific paints to use (other than outdoor) or if anyone had any recommendations on best processes, etc...glossy not glossy etc...? I am in the process of getting bids and want to know a little more about this. Thanks
June 30, 2008
Insulation work
Anyone ever used
"J.C. Home Care Center Corp" for insulation work? feedback?
thanks. A few people recomended Federal Conservation. I am getting a quote from them. Any other companies that did a good job?
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Have a Mr. Slim in a condo I own. I like it, it does the job. Quiet.
Posted by: deepBTUz at June 11, 2008 3:12 AM in response to Fujistu vs. LG mini split systems
Thanks for sharing the quote. Are you in a landmark district? Do you need permits for this kind of work?
Posted by: guest at June 11, 2008 5:58 AM in response to Fujistu vs. LG mini split systems
Yes, you need permits because of the new electrical work. You'll also need a permit to install a roof-top compressor (as a neighbor learned the hard way: with a $2,000 fine from DOB responding to a nasty neighbor's complaint).
Posted by: Steve at June 11, 2008 11:52 AM in response to Fujistu vs. LG mini split systems
I am looking to install a mini-split. Any recommendations for reputable contracters???
Alex
Posted by: guest at June 11, 2008 2:58 PM in response to Fujistu vs. LG mini split systems
I've been working with Fred from Rumba Air. He's a great guy with an excellent crew. They haven't finished yet, so my enthusiasm may be misdirected. But I have a good feeling about this guy. The prep work has been immaculate, they are on time every day, and are very clean.
Posted by: kedalb at June 11, 2008 3:57 PM in response to Fujistu vs. LG mini split systems
lymandval: can you share who your HVAC contractor was?
"got an estimate for approx 15K for 6 LG indoor units 3 outdoor condenser units. full job including electric, plumbing and all equipement. have received much higher estimates and also been given the run around by others"
Posted by: guest at June 11, 2008 4:02 PM in response to Fujistu vs. LG mini split systems
got an estimate for approx 15K for 6 LG indoor units 3 outdoor condenser units. full job including electric, plumbing and all equipement. have received much higher estimates and also been given the run around by others
Posted by: lymandval at June 10, 2008 11:15 PM in response to Fujistu vs. LG mini split systems