Re: [Chat] In search of an electrician
Milton upgraded my service several years ago. They were several hundred dollars cheaper than all the other estimates. On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 10:06 AM, Andrew Gorode andrew.gor...@gmail.com wrote: I’ve used Milton Electric on a few occasions. Reliable, good work (I hope) and competitively priced. On Apr 29, 2015, at 6:47 PM, Lisa Percy lisape...@hotmail.com wrote: Hello CVers, I am looking for an electrician to repair a few things in my home. Recommendations are greatly appreciated! Lisa ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/
Re: [Chat] lead certified painter needed for exterior work
I believe all contractors that work on residential housing are required to be lead certified by the EPA. On Wed, Sep 5, 2012 at 12:41 PM, chad abrams abramsc...@gmail.com wrote: I don't know if they are lead certified and I don't know what they charge but I have seen the info below on a van on my street painting a rental property and doing a good enough job on it that I wrote their number down. they seem to arrive promptly, did an excellent job scraping the old paint off and the final product looks good. I saved the info because when it came time I thought I'd give them a call edward crutchfield-- MHIC 24076... 410-377-6421 On Tue, Sep 4, 2012 at 11:21 AM, Dawna Cobb dawnac...@gmail.com wrote: Hi all: can you recommend someone to paint the exterior brick of a building as well as the cornice in front? Thanks so much, Dawna Cobb -- Dawna Cobb ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/
Re: [Chat] dermatologist
Chad, I haven't used him personally and he's not in Charles Village, but my brother went to Dr Bruce Beacham (410-583-2328) for a melanoma and he was fantastic. My brother was in pretty tight financial straits at the time and Dr Beacham's office really did a lot to help him find ways to pay for treatment and get discounts on the post-surgery drug regime. On Sun, Jul 1, 2012 at 5:13 PM, chad abrams abramsc...@gmail.com wrote: I've gotten great feedback re dentists on the list-- several good recommendations.. I've settled on and am VERY happy w/ Dr. Shepley over at the rotunda. Anyone have recommendations for a dermatologist who is near/in the neighborhood? thanks, Chad ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/
Re: [Chat] dentist?
I go to Dr. George Shepley in the Rotunda. I highly recommend him. On Fri, Apr 6, 2012 at 1:23 PM, chad abrams abramsc...@gmail.com wrote: I'm looking for a dentist in the area -- and prefer someone w/ experience (and possible preference) for using epoxy rather than amalgam for fillings. any suggestions? thanks, Chad ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/
Re: [Chat] taxes
There's also a hefty surcharge if you want to pay any taxes with a credit card, rather than a check. A merchant usually eats the 3% or so that the credit card company charges, but the government wants (and is probably legally required) to get the full amount. On Thu, Feb 2, 2012 at 5:01 PM, Stephen J Gewirtz gewi...@bellatlantic.netwrote: Judy, I just looked, and I paid $63.55 each year since 2009 for Turbo Tax. That includes sales tax. And last year and the year before, I paid $19.95 to e-file Maryland income tax, and I would guess it will cost me the same again this year.. So I paid about what you paid. Since you have a house, my guess is that you itemize deductions and cannot get by with a more stripped-down version. One trick that goes with all of the tax preparation software is that they will try to persuade you when you are ready to e-file to get your refund immediately instead of waiting a week or two. If you fall for it, you will pay an interest rate that is really out of sight. Tax refund anticipation loans are a bad deal for consumers, but they bring in a lot of money for companies that provide tax software. I know that you will not fall for it, but I mention this for the benefit of others on the chat and discussion lists. Steve On 2/2/2012 4:29 PM, judy berlin wrote: I have been trying to do my taxes using turbo tax. At the end I'm being charged $80. for federal and state and a processing fee. What am I doing wrong? Is there another free tax service on line? Judy __**_ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/**mailman/listinfo/chat_**charlesvillage.infohttp://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/**chat@charlesvillage.info/http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ __**_ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/**mailman/listinfo/chat_**charlesvillage.infohttp://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/**chat@charlesvillage.info/http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/
Re: [Chat] Radiators
If they're bubbling/gurgling, the condensed steam may not be draining back to the boiler. The end of the radiator opposite the incoming pipe (assuming it's single pipe) should be elevated slightly so it can drain back. The steam vents do need to be tuned properly so that air is purged from the radiator and it fills up with steam. If it vents too quickly, the hot steam isn't able to fill the radiator, condense and release heat. If it vents too slowly you're spraying steam into the room. Non-functioning vents (either open or closed) need to be replaced. Also, radiators will require different sized vents depending on the size of the radiator and how far they are from the boiler (assuming you don't have a main vent). In short, it's sort of voodoo and it's best to hire someone to do it, rather than doing it yourself. I haven't really found anyone that I'd recommend. It's really a terrible way to heat a house. On Thu, Jan 19, 2012 at 6:18 PM, Jeanne Knight jeanneknig...@msn.comwrote: Is it steam or hotwater? If hotwater, get a radiator key from the hardware store to turn the valve. It costs very little. Bleed the radiator of the air that has accumulated. Have a bowl with you to catch the water that will come out after the air is drained but before you retighten the valve. Start with the one furthest from the furnace. Jeanne Knight 2513 Guilford Avenue Baltimore, MD 21218 410 366-2849 410 977-8851 cell -- Date: Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:29:02 -0500 From: casey.e.mil...@gmail.com To: chat@charlesvillage.info Subject: [Chat] Radiators Does anyone have experience with steam radiators? I know they're supposed to make some noise, but I've got a few that bubble, gurgle, and whistle all night long and I'd rather not be forced to make the choice between being warm and getting a good night's sleep. I've heard that the system may need to be balanced, but I'm a complete novice to this stuff. Thanks, Casey ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.infoarchive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/
Re: [Chat] Electrician recommendation?
I had good luck with Milton Electric (410-276-3420). Same deal, upgrade from the original 60 amp panel/service to 200 amp. I think it took two days total. They pulled the permits, scheduled the inspection and did all the work. It ran about $1300, but this was in 2005, so it may have gone up since then. On Mon, Nov 28, 2011 at 1:08 PM, Derek Demaree derek.dema...@gmail.comwrote: I'm looking to get my home electrical service upgraded to 200 A (new panel, new BGE connection), as well as (eventually) some interior wiring done. Anyone have any recommendations for a good local electrician who's good with these old rowhomes? ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/
Re: [Chat] does anyone have an Ikea kitchen?
I installed ikea cabinets in my wife's house before we were married. It was pretty straightforward, didn't require too much skill, and it was *a lot* cheaper than any of the other options. The only difficult part was making rectangular cabinets fit into a space where neither the walls nor the floor were exactly square. Lots of shims and caulk. On Wed, Jul 6, 2011 at 6:46 PM, langwi...@comcast.net wrote: I'm thinking about upgrading y kitchen. If anyone on the list has an Ikea kitchen, please post your thoughts on it. Would you do it again? Thanks, Christine Gray . ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/
Re: [Chat] bge
They've sent door to door solicitors by our house several times. They're extremely persistent. Their parent company claims to have a do not visit list, but I think it's mostly ignored. On Jul 1, 2011, at 2:41 PM, gasp...@aol.com wrote: BEWARE! I received a call from Constellation NEW Energy that wanted to sell me gas electric. They are not affiliated with BGE or Constellation Energy. CNE should be reported to the Attorney Generals office and the Better Business Bureau. Thank You: Richard Burnham Graphic Imaging,Inc. 107 East 25th Street Baltimore, MD 21218 410-467-7071 gasp...@aol.com -Original Message- From: jberlin jdy...@verizon.net To: Charles Village Discussion List discuss...@charlesvillage.info; The Charles Village Chat List chat@charlesvillage.info Sent: Fri, Jul 1, 2011 1:57 pm Subject: [Chat] bge Doesn't/didn't constellation energy own BGE? Y R they now competing with BGE for customers? judy ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/
[Chat] MX Energy
Has anyone else been getting visits from this company? They're some sort of energy broker that's sending out door to door salespeople who are incredibly aggressive. We've called the company several times to complain, but they keep coming by. Eric Dymond ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/
Re: [Chat] whole house or attic ventilation fan on flat roof
I think you'd be better off upgrading your insulation, rather than ventilating your attic. Keep in mind that if you have knob and tube wiring you can't place insulation over it, as it violates fire code. The aluminized or white roof paint also helps quite a bit. On Jun 15, 2011, at 12:09 PM, macn...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the info. Is it installed on a flat roof, with no real attic or access to the attic? There are reportedly a few which are available for this, but its rare and a lot of folks seem to get squeamish at cutting a hole for any reason in a flat roof.If it's one of those rare birds, I'd love to see it. I've had whole house fans installed in houses with gabled roofs and loved them. Melissa ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/
Re: [Chat] private trash collection
We've had problems with My Cleaning Service at 2701 Cresmont. It doesn't happen too often, but once a month or so they empty the dumpster between 1-3 am. On Mon, May 30, 2011 at 9:26 AM, John Spurrier jfs...@hotmail.com wrote: I came out and photographed the truck and the Cockey's Enterprises logo on the door. There were actually three guys working on the truck. I told them that the law states they cannot service residential areas before 7 am. I told them I was going to contact Cockey's management. One of them told me to go ahead and make the call. They said they were just doing their jobs. John -- Date: Mon, 30 May 2011 13:09:03 + From: langwi...@comcast.net To: chat@charlesvillage.info Subject: Re: [Chat] private trash collection A private hauler empties the dumpster behind 2645? St. Paul around 6:00. I've gotten used to the noise. What did the hauler say to you, John? Christine - Original Message - From: gary letteron glu...@verizon.net To: The Charles Village Chat List chat@charlesvillage.info Sent: Monday, May 30, 2011 9:00:12 AM Subject: Re: [Chat] private trash collection I believe the trash at McDonalds at 29th is picked up in the wee hours… but that’s on the other side of a block-long parking lot (and then a ½ block to our house), so it’s not too noisy. -=G=- It's never too late to have a happy childhood. -Tom Robbins \\\|/// \\ - - // ( @ @ ) oOOo-(_)-oOOo Gary Letteron 330 Ilchester Avenue Baltimore, Maryland 21218 h (410) 366-3434 w (410) 396-4369 glu...@verizon.net --Oooo--- oooO ( ) /\ ( ) ) / / \ \ ( (_/ /\ / /\ \ \_)//\\ /\ / \ \ / /\\\ \/ / \ \ \ / / /\ \\ \ / \ ll \/ \ \ \ \\ \/ \ \ \ / \ \ \ ll ll -- *From:* chat-boun...@charlesvillage.info [mailto: chat-boun...@charlesvillage.info] *On Behalf Of *John Spurrier *Sent:* Monday, May 30, 2011 8:42 AM *To:* discuss...@charlesvillage.info; chat@charlesvillage.info *Subject:* [Chat] private trash collection Has anyone been disturbed by trash haulers who empty dumpsters early in the morning? The law prohibits the private trash truch from collecting trash and emptying dumpsters before 7:00 am. This morning I confonted the operators of a truck emptying a dumpster behind 2645-47 North Charles Street when I was awakened by the truck before 6:00 am. I am curious how widespread this problem is in Charles Village. John ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.infoarchive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/ ___ Chat mailing list Chat@charlesvillage.info http://charlesvillage.info/mailman/listinfo/chat_charlesvillage.info archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/chat@charlesvillage.info/
