November 2016 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

FOR SALE: Elephant end table - $25
by Crystal Doll 13 Nov '16

13 Nov '16

Curio elephant end table for sale. Not sure what it is made up, but it is very sturdy. Add a conversation piece to your living room or family room. Please text Crystal at 412-247-0878 if interested. Thank you.

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OPEN THANKSGIVING DAY @ Bryant Street Market
by Robert Collins 13 Nov '16

13 Nov '16

Howdy Folks, We will be OPEN Thanksgiving Day from 8-2......If you want fresh bread or rolls for the holiday(and who doesn't?), call the store or come in to place your order from Allegro Hearth......We will be here if you need us, so stop by. Thanks to EVERYONE for another amazing year!!!!!!!! Rob & the crew @ Bryant Street Market 5901 Bryant St. Pittsburgh, PA., 15206 412-661-8720 Monday-Saturday: 8AM-8PM Sunday: 8AM-7PM

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Free -3 large storage boxes and 6 dessert plates
by joansoulliere＠gmail.com 12 Nov '16

12 Nov '16

What a see us what you get! 915 Farragut Street. Free! By the front door. Joan Sent from my iPhone

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Sale: Ikea bookshelf, chair and lamp
by Kimberly 12 Nov '16

12 Nov '16

The bookshelf and chair are from the early 2000's, the floor lamp is more recent. Definitely used. Both bookshelf and chair moved to boston and back, so there are a few dings and scratches. The chair slipcover is washable. Bookshelf: 30 Chair: 20 Lamp: 10 Or take all for $55 Sent from my iPhone

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basement waterproofing
by Irina Livezeanu 12 Nov '16

12 Nov '16

Thanks to everyone who responded with advice.I had more people wanting to know what I found out as people giving me advice. This is what I've found out so far from emails and from my own experience with proposals. A former realtor on our list recommends Aquagurad. *Sisko Waterproofing* is a small highly recommended operation. (the cheapest in my experience) A friend recommends Rick Fountain of *RS Fountain Home Improvements*, and his Angie's List reviews are excellent. *Ark* is family owned and they offer a no frills minimalist approach, quite inexpensive *Champion* was recommended by someone who said the company got it wrong several times, but they honored their Warranty and came back to fix the problem. Their proposal was competitive. *Advanced Basement Solutions* was recommended by one person. *Everdry* was recommended by someone, who wrote a very helpful message. I also met with them. They're definitely the most expensive (in my experience) but they do more--generally both outside & inside French drains, a ventilation system (instead of dehumidifer) and white plastic wall panels. She wrote *We just had our basement done by Everdry. We decided to go with them because we had a lot of water coming in from the top and bottom of our walls and wanted to invest in the most comprehensive solution. I will say, our basement is bone dry. We had the work done a few weeks ago and the difference is night and day. The system is definitely working.I was not overly impressed with their attention to detail, however. For the amount we paid, they left a lot sloppy in terms of the finishing work. The concrete they poured is not level with the rest of our floor. We called and they had someone come out and look at it. They agreed that it was a problem, but to fix it, they said they'd have to jackhammer it all back up and pour it again. They also couldn't guarantee that it would be level the second time. We were not interested in going through a few days of jackhammering again. They did not tell us that the pump cover has holes in the top to let in air flow. In all of the pictures, the pump has a solid cover over it. We now have to build a wooden box with ventilation to cover it so that it's not a hazard. We also have to build a shelving system to hold the gigantic battery which cannot sit on the floor. These were not things we were informed about prior to the work.The crew they sent was great. All very nice, respectful, professional guys. I just think they were under pressure from Everdry to complete the project as quickly as possible, thus some of the poor finishing.Overall, we're happy. There are things we don't like, but I feel like we would have had the same complaints and more if we had gone with a different company. I met with 8 different companies and all of them seemed a little sleazy. Everdry definitely has the best warranty and I'm confident that they'll honor it.Regardless of who you decide to go with, do not take the first price they give you! Almost all of the companies we met with (including Everdry) contacted us after the initial pitch to offer us some sort of "special discount." Some places offered to put us on their short notice schedule, some places said they had overstock, some places said they had just hired another crew, etc. All of it is lies. They just want you to accept the first bid, but in reality, they have room to knock a few grand off the price. You do have to be patient, though, but if you have time, haggling can save you some major cash. * I have yet to make my decision Irina

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Pennsylvania House Settee
by Victoria Baker 12 Nov '16

12 Nov '16

Asking $100.00 Cushions are perfect!

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Wireless earphones for sale
by Susan Rothmeyer 12 Nov '16

12 Nov '16

I have a pair of yurbuds wireless earphones that don't fit my ears. They have never been used except to try them on. They sell for $99.99. $50.00 or best offer! Thanks! Susan Sent from my iPhone

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family friendly cultural event!
by lea blumenfeld 12 Nov '16

12 Nov '16

Saturday, 12 November Legacy Arts Project is hosting its tenth annual Keepers of the Flame awards production at Hosanna House, 807 Wallace Avenue, Wilkinsburg. Reception 7 pm and awards presentation 8 pm. Various types of dance presented by children, adults, and seniors. Tickets $10 for seniors and children, $20 for others.

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Drop cloths?
by Jamie Phillips 12 Nov '16

12 Nov '16

I'm looking to borrow some drop cloths to use for painting a room next weekend. Since I'm not much of a DIY home improvement maven, I hope to borrow rather than buy. Thanks! Jamie

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HPCC November Community Meeting - 11/17, 7pm, @ St. Andrews Church
by Jake Pawlak 11 Nov '16

11 Nov '16

Hello Neighbors! The November community meeting of the Highland Park Community Council will be held this coming Thursday, November 17th, 7pm at St Andrews Church. In addition to our Monthly update from Zone 5, our featured speaker will be Julianne Reiland with the City Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections, who will be giving a presentation on Buildingeye, the city's new web tool that allows all city residents to view and track information on zoning and building permits. Hope to see you on Thursday! Best, Jake Pawlak HPCC President

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