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    Gusanos de madera

    I know they are wood worms but does anyone know exactly the species that are here in DR? I want to do some research on my own instead of using barrio info/techniques for remidies. Thanks Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I537 using Tapatalk
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    Electrician needed

    Hello everyone. I'm at witts end with a problem I'm having with the house. For some reason all outlets have stopped working but light fixtures still work. I believe the problem to be in the breaker box but cant imagine all outlets tied to one breaker. Edestee has been out to check...
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    Im going to be a millionaire in DR!

    It has come to my attention that DR is lacking something I can provide. I have notice that whenever I want ice for my drink it using involves someone bringing out a bowl of frozen water and beating away at it until you get pieces of ice that are small enough to fit in the glass. In my house this...
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    Patio Furniture Stores

    Hello Are they any stores in Santo Domingo that specialize in patio furniture? Looking for a good selection but not anything made out of real wicker. Prefer aluminum or plastic wicker. On internet search the only one I could find was Saona. Thanks in advance for replies.
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    Razor wire buy/install

    Morning Everyone Can anyone recommend where to buy and get installed razor wire for the top of block wall? I would like to think they guys on the wall are peeping toms because I have a beautiful wife but Im afraid that's not the case. Thanks Los Lobos
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    Surge protector or Voltage stabilizer?

    Hello Kind of goes with the new fridgerator thread. If it is one with sensitive circuit boards what would you use to protect it from the very reliable:D electric grid in DR. Surge protector or voltage stabilizer or both?? Wife ones a new one for stateside and send the older on down for the...
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    EDEESTE Bill OUCH!!

    Wife thought she would be nice and let her brother stay in the house for summer break. He is working on his PhD in the states but goes back every summer. Month of July 3460 pesos. Just for those that have asked before this is the break down on the bill for KW. I would say 80% of this is from the...
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    Windows and Doors

    Looking for a good window and door place. My windows still leak from the last place I got them from and I need more for windows and doors. Thanks
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    Don Pepes

    Ok I just got back from taking my Dominican wife of 13 years to Don Pepes for our anniversary. Very nice place and for special occasions it is well worth it. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a special place for a special occasion.
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    Funeral

    Unfortunately my mother in law passed away today in the states. There will be a funeral in the states and then one in DR with the burial being in DR. Of course we will all be coming down. My question is has anyone experienced a Dominican funeral ? I was also told that we have to break up the...
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    Round Up Weed killer?

    Hello Is Round Up weed killer available in Santo Domingo? All I found at Americana was a herbicide I wasn't familiar with and wasn't about to use because the instructions were in Spanish. Thanks for any info Steve
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    I need beer !!!!!!!!!

    Good Morning Santo Domingo Arrived to SD on Friday to find that someone at the airport helped them selves to some stuff in my luggage. Nothing important but a violation of my privacy none the less. Got Claro to come out and do the package phone, cable internet thing. Guy comes and hooks up the...
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    Ductless Mini Split AC units

    Does anyone here have one of these units? If so was it bought in DR or shipped in? What can one expect to pay for a unit capable of cooling 400-500 SqFt in DR? Installation cost? Im looking at a 1 ton unit with 9000-12000 BTU cooling. Any recommendations for HVAC company in Santo Domingo? I...
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    Invertor selection

    Which one would be a good choice? I guess I would be running Med size fridge, lights, computer plus home survailence system. 100% Excellent quality. Power Express Brand (same factory as Coleman) Unit in a Power Express factory beautiful/colorful gift box AC power cord (included) Wireless...
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    House Pics before and after

    My little piece of DR. Night view Day view Before
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    BPD ATM at it again !!!!

    Just got back from DR. Was there for a couple of days finishing up house. Went to Ole on Las Americas and used the BPD ATM that I always use when Im down there. First transaction receipt and no cash. BPD rep that they have in the store said do the transaction again. I did and got receipt and...
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    Declare or not to Declare

    I am a US born citizen. Last week I brought in some exterior lights for my house that we are remodeling because I couldnt find what I wanted in DR. Customs looked at me kind of funny when I had this large suitcase and was only staying for 2 days. I didnt declare these lights but got thru w/o a...
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    Need Address Help

    Good morning all Im looking for the physical address of Samsungs call center/customer support for its Canadian warranty service. I know its located in Santo Domingo but I cant seem to find the physical address. If anyone can help it would be greatly aprreciated. Thanks Steve
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    Rental Car delivery to home

    Does anyone know of a company that will deliver a rental car to your house in Santo Domingo? I have made many visits but have always depended on family for transportation and they always want 1500 pesos every other day for fuel. With all the hype about being followed from the airport I was...
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    IKEA DR Web site

    Does anyone know if IKEA DR has a web site with the prices listed in Pesos? If so what is it. I want to check on some prices from here in the states. Thanks Steve