Forum Index

[Dave]

Thought I'd put together links to a compilation of useful threads by category. PM me with any suggestions/feedback you may have.


Generally useful:

• Additional information sources (mailing lists, etc) for West Philadelphia residents
• What are the neighborhoods of West Philadelphia?
• What is University City?
• What to do if you're a victim of identity theft

Moving to West Philadelphia:

• This section has its own thread

Living in West Philadelphia:

• Dealing with a Deadbeat Landlord
  • Slum Lords in UCITY -- NO heat for 2 weeks
  • Ivy League Properties / Urban Property Group
• Supermarkets/Grocery Stores: [1] [2]
• Hardware Stores
• Voting
• Yoga: [1] [2]
• Gyms
• Beer
• Thrift Stores
• Food Trucks
• Swimming
• Tree Specialists
• Banking: [1] [2]
• Recycling: [1] [2] [3]
• Leisure Activities: [1]
• Haircuts: [1] [2] [3] [4]
• Getting a Taxi
• Chimney Sweep
• Auto Mechanic: [1] [2] [3]

Fixin' up the Fixer Upper:

Contractor recommendations can also be found by searching the UC listserv archives or by sending a request to the list. Many contractors from West Philadelphia or elsewhere have also been recommended in the Ask a Phillyfriend forum.

• West Philadelphia Tool Library
• General: [1] [2]
• Electrical: [1] [2]
• Hardwood Floors: [1]
• Painting: [1]
• Fencing: [1]
• Heating + A/C: [1]
• Carpet: [1]
• Street Trees: [1]
• Plumbing: [1] [2]
• Brick patio grades towards house: Ok?
• can you recommend an hvac guy/carpenter?
• Iron Bars
• Porch renovation recommendations?

Getting involved:

• Making Philadelphia better
• Running for committee person

Food:

• Pizza
• Indian Restaurants
• Brown Sugar Bakery
• A good Jamaican (Caribbean) Restaurant