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Anybody else have somebody knock on their door yesterday, asking if you needed help shoveling? I thought it was weird and as much as my back would have appreciated the help, it all seemed too suspicious for me to accept. It was a young man wearing a fluorescent yellow/green vest along with somebody driving a red car down the street.
Anyone else tired of the turkeys by Fay school?
Yes!! They are very annoying. Today, one of them (in the middle of the road, blocking both directions) had his tail feathers up and spread and squaking at me (I was blowing my horn at him) like he owned the road. I don’t think we can do anything about them because they are “protected”. Anyone know anything any differently?
Purchased a new washer and dryer. We have been told that an inspector has to check
it out after it is installed. We are not changing or moving anything, other than swapping old for new. I don’t recall having to do this when we bought our last set seven years ago. Can anyone provide any more insight? Is this a law? Do I have to consent? Confused.
I believe as long as your washer/dryer is located on Town Open Space, you’re all set.
That’s funny !!!
A few years ago we bought a new dishwasher and it had to be inspected. However I don’t remember the same requirement when we replaced our washer and dryer.
I assume it’s a natural gas dryer. Any natural gas appliance needs a permit to be installed and must be inspected after.
Here’s the town plumbing/gas permit and inspection fees: http://www.southboroughtown.com/building/Building_Dept/plumbing_gas_fees.htm
For gas appliances it’s $40 +$10 per appliance.
Where can I take old books to see if they have any value? Otherwise they will go in a book bin to benefit a school.
There is an “old book store” in Sudbury on route 20. I can’t remember the name of it, but it’s in a red building. My husband and I bought a few old books there and the owner was very knowledgeable and pleasant. I don’t know if they can offer any insight to what your book is worth, but it might be worth browsing.
It’s called “Bearly Read Books” and I agree, it’s a terrific place.
I have found the BookFinder.com site interesting and useful. http://www.bookfinder.com/?ref=bf_s3_hd_2 You can look up books by the author, title, or USBN #. I have been surprised at the obscure and old books I have found there.You may also try looking at the completed/sold listings on Ebay.
Of course an estimated value is one thing. That amount is never realized until an item actually is sold. There are many places that accept book donations other than schools should you decide to donate. Good luck.