tandoori jones
Pulsating Member
lake dues
Posts: 12,533
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 36,228
|
Post by tandoori jones on Apr 23, 2022 10:59:27 GMT -5
that's more than my car cost I'm torn here, because 10k for a tv is goddamn ridiculous, but also not nearly enough for a decent whip. I have a 2011 Jetta TDI wagon that was $8k and it's fully loaded heated leather seats moonroof etc and the book value on it was $12k when I bought it but the dealer was a moron lol |
|
internetbully
Turgid Member
Posts: 1,794
Join Date: Feb 20, 2020
Likes: 4,220
|
Post by internetbully on Apr 23, 2022 14:48:16 GMT -5
Don’t be a broke bitch, pony that cash up fam
|
|
Pat
Pulsating Member
bodybuilder monica lewisnky
various whatnots
Posts: 13,839
Join Date: Oct 28, 2018
Likes: 23,422
|
Post by Pat on Apr 23, 2022 19:56:10 GMT -5
Don’t be a broke bitch, pony that cash up fam Tv sorta sucks though |
|
mouthofinfinity
Pulsating Member
Posts: 5,185
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 11,998
|
Post by mouthofinfinity on Apr 26, 2022 15:37:47 GMT -5
After 2 years of being a lazy asshole, I finally have people coming out to give me quotes on upgrading my breaker box and installing ductless mini splits. I’m terrified they’re going to tell me they have to rewire the whole house. Had my panel replaced at the beginning of the year. I think it was like $4k. Just had a quote for mini splits (3 units) yesterday, but am trying to figure out the MassSave stuff for those because the quote more than I thought. Got a quote this morning and the bundle “deal” for the panel and ac was $43k lol. I knew this company was on the expensive side, but didn’t think it’d be anywhere near that. |
|
Sorley Boy
Pulsating Member
tom bombadil gang
I'm in the killing fields everyday childish warlock
Posts: 9,378
Join Date: Jun 30, 2018
Likes: 36,714
|
Post by Sorley Boy on Apr 26, 2022 16:00:20 GMT -5
Even with inflation etc. that seems insane to me.
|
|
Pat
Pulsating Member
bodybuilder monica lewisnky
various whatnots
Posts: 13,839
Join Date: Oct 28, 2018
Likes: 23,422
|
Post by Pat on Apr 26, 2022 16:04:45 GMT -5
Had my panel replaced at the beginning of the year. I think it was like $4k. Just had a quote for mini splits (3 units) yesterday, but am trying to figure out the MassSave stuff for those because the quote more than I thought. Got a quote this morning and the bundle “deal” for the panel and ac was $43k lol. I knew this company was on the expensive side, but didn’t think it’d be anywhere near that.
what size condenser and how many head units?
Equipment pricing is fucked right now - we just got hit with a 40% increase on packaged rooftops, and with the updated energy code going into effect federally the first of 2023, pretty much you have to have your orders placed by early June to be sure that you're not subject to those. Couple that with the increased labor rates, fuel surcharges, etc and it's rough out there.
|
|
mouthofinfinity
Pulsating Member
Posts: 5,185
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 11,998
|
Post by mouthofinfinity on Apr 26, 2022 16:20:15 GMT -5
36k BTU condenser and 2 wall units upstairs. Downstairs he recommended having a ducted unit in the basement because of the floor plan.
Full breakdown:
Electric Panel $7,245
36k BTU Condenser $11,905.00
2 wall units $9,684.00
24k BTU ducted $14,532.00
Total $43,366.00
|
|
killedbyboard
Pulsating Member
Posts: 8,672
Join Date: Jun 30, 2018
Likes: 17,003
|
Post by killedbyboard on Apr 26, 2022 16:27:43 GMT -5
Got recessed lighting with a dimmer for the kitchen and a new ceiling fan with simplified panel switch installed last week for $2,500. Our first quote with a different company was over $5,000 for the exact same job. It's crazy how much variance there is in contracting.
|
|
mindlis
Turgid Member
Posts: 1,906
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 1,801
|
Post by mindlis on Apr 26, 2022 16:59:01 GMT -5
That quote is insane, dude.
I was quoted $12k total for 1 25k BTU heat pump, 1 10k BTU unit, and 2 5k BTU units
|
|
Pat
Pulsating Member
bodybuilder monica lewisnky
various whatnots
Posts: 13,839
Join Date: Oct 28, 2018
Likes: 23,422
|
Post by Pat on Apr 26, 2022 17:04:14 GMT -5
36k BTU condenser and 2 wall units upstairs. Downstairs he recommended having a ducted unit in the basement because of the floor plan. Full breakdown: Electric Panel $7,245 36k BTU Condenser $11,905.00 2 wall units $9,684.00 24k BTU ducted $14,532.00 Total $43,366.00
Yeah, even with markup and labor those are looking ridiculous.
the 6k BTU wall units from Mitsubishi are factory available in 3-4 week lead times for right at $500. Add in some electrical disconnects and a lineset and you're still under a grand per head plus a little labor. The ducted unit and condenser are 5k (minus ductwork and linesets).
|
|
mouthofinfinity
Pulsating Member
Posts: 5,185
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 11,998
|
Post by mouthofinfinity on Apr 27, 2022 12:49:33 GMT -5
Got another quote for just the electric today for $3,880.
|
|
Sorley Boy
Pulsating Member
tom bombadil gang
I'm in the killing fields everyday childish warlock
Posts: 9,378
Join Date: Jun 30, 2018
Likes: 36,714
|
Post by Sorley Boy on Apr 27, 2022 13:17:48 GMT -5
Some yahoo quoted my parents $7300 this morning to paint their bedroom.
|
|
mindlis
Turgid Member
Posts: 1,906
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 1,801
|
Post by mindlis on Apr 27, 2022 15:10:50 GMT -5
Has anyone used MassSave for mini split rebates? I can't figure out the requirements and if model numbers need to be approved or not.
|
|
gmaneb
Turgid Member
Posts: 930
Join Date: Jul 20, 2018
Likes: 1,572
|
Post by gmaneb on Apr 27, 2022 19:46:15 GMT -5
I’ve been recently quoted $3,800 to drop one tree. A few years back I had one tree dropped and 7 stumps removed for like $1,200.
Contractors be wilin’ out.
|
|
cerotolerance
Pulsating Member
Posts: 5,808
Join Date: Jun 1, 2020
Likes: 15,075
|
Post by cerotolerance on Apr 27, 2022 20:36:49 GMT -5
How contractors quote :
|
|
Sorley Boy
Pulsating Member
tom bombadil gang
I'm in the killing fields everyday childish warlock
Posts: 9,378
Join Date: Jun 30, 2018
Likes: 36,714
|
Post by Sorley Boy on Apr 27, 2022 22:16:03 GMT -5
I figure with Covid demand and people paying with inflated value/low interest home eq loans contractors are going to be on one for the next year or two, not that I blame them.
|
|
BIL Security Team Alpha
Pulsating Member
mouth of the south wanted a title so here it is
BIL Security System Threat Level is currently at yellow ("elevated")
Posts: 17,718
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 52,412
|
Post by BIL Security Team Alpha on Apr 27, 2022 22:16:27 GMT -5
I’ve been recently quoted $3,800 to drop one tree. A few years back I had one tree dropped and 7 stumps removed for like $1,200. Contractors be wilin’ out. Shit’s expensive once they get above a certain size. We had to have a tree taken down that pierced our roof twice with dropped branches in two years, anyways they had to bring in a massive crane and if they didn’t have access to the tree from the cul-de-sac they said it would have cost like five grand more for that alone. Could have gotten a very nice used car for the cost of getting the tree removed. Edit: also legit tree guys carry insurance that’s pretty expensive, so they’re going to charge accordingly to cover that cost to operate. |
|
concealer
Pulsating Member
if nastyy were a gigantic pussy
Posts: 9,076
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 48,417
|
Post by concealer on Apr 27, 2022 22:36:05 GMT -5
After 2 years of being a lazy asshole, I finally have people coming out to give me quotes on upgrading my breaker box and installing ductless mini splits. I’m terrified they’re going to tell me they have to rewire the whole house. Had my panel replaced at the beginning of the year. I think it was like $4k. Just had a quote for mini splits (3 units) yesterday, but am trying to figure out the MassSave stuff for those because the quote more than I thought. What did they quote you for 3 units? I got a quote like 3 years ago for I think 3 units in a Philly row home and it was like $11k so we backed out of that. Still wanna circle back to it because it would rock but would love it to be cheaper. We have radiator heat (good) and use window units for AC (bad) |
|
mindlis
Turgid Member
Posts: 1,906
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 1,801
|
Post by mindlis on Apr 28, 2022 8:54:17 GMT -5
Had my panel replaced at the beginning of the year. I think it was like $4k. Just had a quote for mini splits (3 units) yesterday, but am trying to figure out the MassSave stuff for those because the quote more than I thought. What did they quote you for 3 units? I got a quote like 3 years ago for I think 3 units in a Philly row home and it was like $11k so we backed out of that. Still wanna circle back to it because it would rock but would love it to be cheaper. We have radiator heat (good) and use window units for AC (bad) It was $12k with installation. I'm wobbling on if I should do it or not. I think the rebates might get $1-2k back, but it's still so pricey. |
|
tandoori jones
Pulsating Member
lake dues
Posts: 12,533
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 36,228
|
Post by tandoori jones on Apr 28, 2022 8:56:35 GMT -5
Had my panel replaced at the beginning of the year. I think it was like $4k. Just had a quote for mini splits (3 units) yesterday, but am trying to figure out the MassSave stuff for those because the quote more than I thought. What did they quote you for 3 units? I got a quote like 3 years ago for I think 3 units in a Philly row home and it was like $11k so we backed out of that. Still wanna circle back to it because it would rock but would love it to be cheaper. We have radiator heat (good) and use window units for AC (bad) if it was $11k 3 years ago, it's gonna be a hell of a lot more now |
|
concealer
Pulsating Member
if nastyy were a gigantic pussy
Posts: 9,076
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 48,417
|
Post by concealer on Apr 28, 2022 9:04:40 GMT -5
Yeah that was my worry. I was just hoping that one day the technology would improve and become cheaper and more efficient but the pandemic era kinda killed that
|
|
tandoori jones
Pulsating Member
lake dues
Posts: 12,533
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 36,228
|
Post by tandoori jones on Apr 28, 2022 9:06:07 GMT -5
Yeah that was my worry. I was just hoping that one day the technology would improve and become cheaper and more efficient but the pandemic era kinda killed that oh it has, that just means more money for the people selling it to you |
|
BloodFarts2
Throbbing Member
Posts: 3,651
Join Date: Jun 27, 2018
Likes: 4,341
|
Post by BloodFarts2 on Apr 28, 2022 9:06:33 GMT -5
I have a wall mounted 85" but I'm waiting for LGs 100" OLED to get down to 10k before I splurge on it. Just get a projector. I got a real solid 4K one on Black Friday for $1500. Another $650 on a motorized screen and I’ve been watching movies and soccer at 140 inches the last few months. One of the few things I’ve ever done that feels baller. Edit my b I didn’t see down further that you said space was tight. |
|
giantseye
Quivering Member
Posts: 299
Join Date: Mar 1, 2020
Likes: 444
|
Post by giantseye on May 3, 2022 10:44:12 GMT -5
Just put a deposit down on 15k worth of new windows, arrival 6-8 weeks. Another guy bringing a bin of used flagstone this week for $1000 and leaving the bin for us to fill back up with garbage from the basement waterproofing and reno.
Been putting all of these things off for 3+ years and now my SO decides we should do everything all at once for maximum chaos.
Couch we ordered on boxing day should be here in the next couple weeks. everything's coming up millhouse
|
|
cerotolerance
Pulsating Member
Posts: 5,808
Join Date: Jun 1, 2020
Likes: 15,075
|
Post by cerotolerance on May 16, 2022 21:26:42 GMT -5
Has anyone here followed a youtube video on lawn care that was easy and actually worked? My lawn is mostly weeds and I want to fix it. I watched videos but this one guy that has a perfect lawn pretty much does the same things in the Spring and in the Fall(2 different videos).
TL/DR : Post vids of lawn care videos you have tried that will make my dry w.eeds infested lawn into a beautiful golf course lawn.
|
|
internetbully
Turgid Member
Posts: 1,794
Join Date: Feb 20, 2020
Likes: 4,220
|
Post by internetbully on May 17, 2022 1:02:45 GMT -5
Idk about videos but I basically just dug up my entire backyard in the fall and threw some scoots turf builder down and by spring shit was lush.
|
|
crossbreaker
Turgid Member
Posts: 521
Join Date: Feb 7, 2019
Likes: 1,480
|
Post by crossbreaker on May 17, 2022 5:55:06 GMT -5
Has anyone here followed a youtube video on lawn care that was easy and actually worked? My lawn is mostly weeds and I want to fix it. I watched videos but this one guy that has a perfect lawn pretty much does the same things in the Spring and in the Fall(2 different videos). TL/DR : Post vids of lawn care videos you have tried that will make my dry w.eeds infested lawn into a beautiful golf course lawn. Depends where in the country you’re at, but I’ve always had success by applying a thick coat of compost/manure, then a layer a high quality seed and starter fertilizer, and then top coat with peat moss. Depends how bad the weeds are but you definitely want to kill them before hand because you’ll just be giving them something better to grow in if not. |
|
|
|
Post by escapedfromthevalley on May 17, 2022 10:47:35 GMT -5
Fuck a lawn. I'm overseeding with clover this year to complement the dandelions.
|
|
Pat
Pulsating Member
bodybuilder monica lewisnky
various whatnots
Posts: 13,839
Join Date: Oct 28, 2018
Likes: 23,422
|
Post by Pat on May 17, 2022 10:54:21 GMT -5
so long as the weeds are green, I don't give a shit.
|
|
|
|
Post by escapedfromthevalley on May 17, 2022 11:04:59 GMT -5
so long as the weeds are green, I don't give a shit. This 100%. Right now the whole yard is a tie dye of wild flowers (weeds). It'll all be green in a few weeks though. |
|
