[UC] general contractor for large project

Hi, I've searched the archives, but haven't found many recommendations for general contractors who could potentially manage a large job. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks, Sarah You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for arc

[UC] question: installing new gas stove

hi, i need to replace the stove in my kitchen, but the only gas shutoff valve that i can find is on the end of the flexible hose--the end that attaches to the current stove. i can't figure out whether it is safe to just rely on that one when installing a new stove. there doesn't seem to be a valve

[UC] question for landlords

Hi, landlords/property owners, What would you do if you had a tenant whose dog bit someone while they were renting from you? Would you ask the tenant to leave in order to limit your liability? Would you ask the person to get rid of the dog? I'm curious about what a landlord might do in order to a

Re: [UC] Age on the UC List -- A Demographic Survey

sarah - age 26 - have lived in the neighborhood for about 4 years. :) You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see .

[UC] looking for good area appraiser

hi, i'm looking to have my house appraised so that i can end mortgage insurance, and i was wondering if any people on the list could recommend good appraisers with knowledge of west philly housing prices (including recent increases in the market). thanks very much for your advice. sarah You

[UC] sadly, another crime

Less than 20 minutes ago, I walked out of my house on the 4700 block of Hazel and a group of people had gathered because a woman a few houses down from me had just walked out of her front door, and had her purse grabbed. The theif ran away; a witness chased but wasn't able to catch him. Someone ca

[UC] watch out for the bike racks on Spruce St.

To all you bike riders, and others-- please do not lock your bikes to the bike racks on the 4000 block of Spruce St. (the racks near Copabanana)-- last night I noticed that they had been unbolted from the sidewalk nearly completely, so that only one loosened bolt would be all it would take for a b

[UC] pgw bill estimation tips?

hi, a friend of mine just moved to the neighborhood and is worried about winter gas bills (her apartment has radiators). she has a 1-br. apt that's approximately 850 sqare feet, on the third floor of a house. if anyone knows what they've paid in recent years for heat in similar spaces, i'd really

[UC] replacing storm windows-- triple-track

hi, it's that time of year again--i'm looking for someone who can do a good job replacing old storm windows with 'triple-track' ones. has anyone had good experiences with a contractor who does this? thanks, sarah You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity.

[UC] burglary around 47th & hazel

i'm sad to report that there was another burglary, this time on my block (4700 hazel), yesterday morning. it was around 6am and there were people around, and the burglar threw a very heavy stone through the window in someone's front door, and took some possessions that had been hanging on a coatrac

[UC] wet basement question

hi, i'm looking for advice on a service person who can help me solve some wet-basement issues in my house. (i know this was discussed several years ago on the list, but i haven't been able to find any information in the list archives.) thanks, sarah You are receiving this because you are su

[UC] MTV vs. Philly: who is the loser?

I think you're wrong. Although "The Real World" itself is a stupid excuse for entertainment, having the hype and the positive focus on Philly would have been good for the city in many ways. Having the show set here, with Philly's name in the title, would have shown that this city is on par with Ch

Re: [UC] Repercussions of Spain

I find this particularly scary because it could potentially foreshadow a terrorist event in the US pre-November. This act of terrorism had some very politically savvy people behind it. On Mon, 15 Mar 2004, William H. Magill wrote: > It doesn't matter who the Terrorists were (and all the pundits

[UC] termites

hi, can anyone recommend a good pest-control service that deals with termites and other wood-boring pests? thanks, sarah You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see .

[UC] seeking good boiler repair person

I'm looking for a very skilled, reliable heater repair person, specifically someone who can repair/alter a gas boiler that's hooked up to my radiator heating system. Any recommendations? Thanks, Sarah You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubsc

[UC] specialty car detailing?

I have another car question. I'm looking for a mechanic/car shop that deals with body repair/paint jobs, and that can deal with classic or collector cars. Any recommendations? Thank you! Sarah You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or

[UC] Re: PIG IRON! 2004-- addendum

FOR THE LOVE OF PIG IRON! 2004 A cabaret, benefit & party. Friday, January 16th, 2004 The Ethical Society, 1906 Rittenhouse Square Doors open at 7:30 pm Cabaret begins at 8 Afterparty takes off at 9:30 $15 for the Cabaret and Afterparty, $10 for just the Afterparty. Tickets are available now on

[UC] FOR THE LOVE OF PIG IRON! 2004

People of Philadelphia! FOR THE LOVE OF PIG IRON! 2004 A cabaret, benefit & party. Friday, January 16th, 2004 Doors open at 7:30 pm Cabaret begins at 8 Afterparty takes off at 9:30 $15 for the Cabaret and Afterparty, $10 for just the Afterparty. Tickets are available now on our website (www.pigi

Re: [UC] New restaurants

i tried the vietnamese restaurant on 43rd and Pine this past weekend. having just returned from a summer in southeast asia, i can say that the food is authentic. we tried the chicken curry (dark meat with skin on, for those of you who are curious) with vermicelli, which was like a huge soup. we als

[UC] Did anyone lose an orange cat?

collar or tags. If you have any leads on this, please call me at 215.729.4770. Thanks for your help! Sarah Scheckter ...... sarah scheckter 4718 hazel avenue philadelphia, pa 19143 (ph) 215.729.4770 (e) [EMAIL PROTECTED] You are receiving this becau

[UC] question about basement drains

Hi, I'm writing to ask if anyone has tried to divert their gutter drain from going into the basement/sewer line. The trap in my basement is easily 50 years old and is cracking, thus leaking water into the basement. My choices are to have someone dig through part of the foundation and basement floor

[UC] looking for a good roofer

and it involves some slate work) and I am looking for a reliable, AFFORDABLE roofer (this may not exist, I am aware.) If anyone has recommendations I sure would appreciate it. Thanks, Sarah **** sarah scheckter 4718 hazel avenue Yo