Q. We’re trying to decide whether to put in a whole house generator or, as our electrician friend suggested, just get a portable unit that provides enough power when we need it.
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By Monte Leeper
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5/31/19
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Q. We’re in our late 50s, the kids are out of the house and we want to fix it up, add a den and porch to live in it for at least 20 to 30 years more if we can. The house is paid for and . . .
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By Monte Leeper
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5/23/19
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Built with all of today's modern features in mind, open concept floor plan - custom cabinets, granite counter tops, and high-end stainless-steel appliances. The family room has custom shelving with …
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5/20/19
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Q. We renovated in 2005, and the new kitchen/breakfast room got brick that was a good match with the rest of the house. Now, however, the brick has long cracks running up and down near the corners and white, chalky stains everywhere . . .
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By Monte Leeper
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5/17/19
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Amazing price reduction and opportunity to own one of Rockville Centre’s most iconic homes. Set on 1/2 acre of property, this one of a kind residence features incredible details, generous room …
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5/10/19
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Q. We interviewed three contractors and three architects after recently buying our home. We think we have the right people selected, but wonder why only one architect mentioned energy requirements.
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By Monte Leeper
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5/10/19
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Q. We interviewed three contractors and three architects after recently buying our home. We think we have the right people selected, but wonder why only one architect mentioned energy requirements.
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By Monte Leeper
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5/3/19
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Q. While doing plans for a kitchen/family room addition, we learned that our basement also needed a permit. Even though the basement bedroom was finished before we bought, we were told it wasn’t permitted, which we find hard to understand.
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By Monte Leeper
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4/26/19
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Q. In your last column you referred to walls that weren’t nailed together correctly, but I didn’t understand what was supposed to be done to avoid cracks in the walls. Is there a particular way that it’s done . . .
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By Monte Leeper
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4/19/19
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Location, location, location! Barnum Waterfront Colonial sits on an extra deep lot and includes a 40 foot bulkhead dock with boat slip. With 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, this very well maintained …
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4/18/19
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