August 2011 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

[Highland Park] Two Ikea Curtain Rods
by Kevin O 20 Aug '11

20 Aug '11

Howdy Neighbors, I am moving and have two "Lummig" curtain rods from Ikea (see picture below) that I won't need at my new place. (both are about 1 year old). One is 79" long and one is 55" long. The are $19.99 and $14.99 if new. Will sell both for $10 or best offer. Would love to make a little bit of cash and see them go to a good home. KevinFarragut Street

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[Highland Park] Various Curtains for Sale
by Kevin O 20 Aug '11

20 Aug '11

I have an odd collection of curtain that I don't need anymore. I would love to make a little cash and see them go to a good home, so please make an offer.. Black, tab-top curtains, 63" x 38", two panels: $10 Red, green and gold stripped tap-top curtains, 82" x 38", two panels: $12 Red curtains, 36" x 29" wide, two panels: $5 All are less than one year old and in a non-smoking house. Buy all three for $25 or best offer. KevinFarragut Street

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[Highland Park] Dryer is sold
by Jana Finder 20 Aug '11

20 Aug '11

Our dryer has found a new home. Thanks for your interest. Jana

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[Highland Park] Looking for a Refrigerator
by aahkash＠verizon.net 20 Aug '11

20 Aug '11

Hello Neighbors, My disabled mother-in-law had to move unexpectedly as her landlord lost the home due to back taxes. As the new place does not have a refrigerator, I am wondering if any one has an old one they are willing to sell for a reasonable amount as she is on a fixed income. Thank you, Kaye

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[Highland Park] American Girl Fashion Show Model Search
by Tomilyn Ward 20 Aug '11

20 Aug '11

The Junior League of Pittsburgh is hosting a model search in the children's department at Macy's in South Hills Village mall on Saturday August 20th! All girls size 6x and 10 will be eligible to participate in the November fashion show. Proceeds will benefit the Healthy Kids Initiative!

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[Highland Park] Yard Sale To Benefit Military Connections Sept. 10th
by Carol A. Briney 20 Aug '11

20 Aug '11

Hello Highland Parkers and Friends, One of my favorite Charities is having a Huge Yard Sale on Saturday September 10th. The Charity is Military Connections website: http://www.MilitaryConnections.org This charity is not political in anyway! - What they do is take care of our Men and Women that are overseas. Military Connections sends care packages, supplies and equipment at NO COST to the family or soldier. Military Connections will be sending out over 11,000 Christmas Stockings for absolutely free this year! (All by Volunteers) All proceeds go to this local charity. Location of the Yard Sale: - Anderson Interiors Parking Lot (Rain or Shine) (Follow Allegheny River Boulevard to Plum Street between Verona and Oakmont.) Time: 8:00am -2:00pm If you would like to donate items to the sale feel free to contact me (It is tax deductible) You can also contact the director - Summer Tissue at militaryconnections(a)hotmail.com Thank you for your time! Carol Carol A. Briney Plan B Business Consultant 412.781.8773 http://www.CarolBrineyWorkFromHome.com Are you looking for RELIABLE residual income? A business that is proven to work, and proven to last! I can show you how to not only make money but also have the time to enjoy your life too! Let's talk, Check out what I have to offer, and then you tell me if you see what I see. It is as simple as that! - What are you waiting for? If you want to go fast, walk alone. If you want to go far, walk together. ~African Proverb

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[Highland Park] 5700 Elgin
by Dave Maytan 20 Aug '11

20 Aug '11

Hello Highland Parkers, After the sell of my last renovated home I have begun the search for my next project. In the process, I entered into negotiations for the property at 5700 Elgin St. I was optimistic for the potential of this property but after my home inspection, was disappointed as to the extent of issues that exist at this property. I wanted to share the inspection report with everyone in case you are thinking of considering this property. I heard from my realtor that it is currently under agreement and I wanted to be sure full disclosure was being given on the safety issues that exist. From my experience and the report, conservatively $50k in safety remediations need to be carried out, an entire new roof including soffit, fascia and siding is needed (per my roofer $50k conservatively to replace) and this does not include other interior renovations (kitchen, bathrooms, fallen plaster, etc.) I enclosed a highlighted description below and the full report is attached. The report cost me some money but in the spirit of keeping everyone in the know thought it best to share. Thanks and let me know if you have any questions. Health Safety items: Knob and Tube Wiring, the inspection notes visible, active knob and tube type of wiring in the basement ceiling and certainly elsewhere in the home. There are at least a few locations in the basement ceiling where electrical connections have been made between the original knob and tube wiring and the updated wiring. These connections are not were not made inside boxes and were not to code. Furnaces, the heat exchanger has a crack in at lease one of its heat exchanger chambers thus possible for the flue gases to mix with the heated air being blown to the living spaces. The furnaces are now about 17 years old and will need to be replaced before the heating season. Water Heater is not venting properly, thus flue gases (carbon monoxide) are escaping into the basement, a plumber, chimney sweep or heating contractor should be secure to correct the issue. The likely recommend correction is the install a sheet metal flue liner in the chimney flue to ensure creating proper draft. This needs corrected immediately. Main stack in the basement has a vertical split and is emitting sewage gas in the basement. A plumber will need to replace. Mold, a significant accumulation on the basement ceiling, it is recommended that indoor air quality expert be called in for evaluation and regarding the best matter to eliminate this health condition. Natural Gas distribution pipe is routed through a heating system return duct in the basement ceiling. This condition violates prevailing building code. The gas line need to be rerouted as it could be corroded and case gas to leak in the living space. Major Items: Roof has failed to a functionally significant extent, and most be replaced Chimney, one of the chimney walls has a outward bow near the top and could fall, will need to rebuild the top half of the chimney to regain soundness. Retaining wall, the poured retaining wall has tilted to a significant extent along 2/3 of the wall. The wall will have to be replaced. Foundation wall of the garage has been displaced inward to a structurally significant extent. Further displacement, which is expected and will lead to collapse. Dave maytan(a)modhaus.net (412)519-6675

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[Highland Park] Dryer for sale Sat. pickup only
by Jana Finder 19 Aug '11

19 Aug '11

FOR SALE: 3 yr. old gas Kenmore 800 series dryer, model 110.77841600. $125.00 cash. Pickup must be Saturday 8/20. I hate to part with this great dryer, but we bought a larger capacity washer & had to buy a larger capacity dryer to go with it. I've had absolutely no problems with it. It has an optional "wrinkle guard" feature. Please call me at 412 361-1888 if you'd like to stop by to see it Saturday after 9:30 a.m. The delivery folks will probably be able to take it out of the basement and bring it out to the curb for pick up. Additional photos on request. IMG_1624

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[Highland Park] Moving boxes for the taking
by Katie 19 Aug '11

19 Aug '11

we have a ton of moving boxes at 916 portland street some are on the porch some are infront of the porch. we are mostly unpacked but will slowly have more available! come and get em!! thanks!! katie Katie Cole's iPhone

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[Highland Park] free joint compound
by Jana Finder 19 Aug '11

19 Aug '11

FREE: 1 full sealed bag (18 lbs.) and one half full bag of Sheetrock brand lightweight setting joint compound. These are on my front porch, in plastic bags leaning against the old column (not for taking). 5541 Beverly Place

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