crabelramble
American expat in Dominican Republic
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Waste Management in Dominican Republic by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Dominican Republic, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless ...
My wife and I have a house en el campo outside of La Vega. The garbage guys come around every week and empty our two 55-gallon garbage cans. I have no idea where it goes. 16 USD/month. Read More
Ship my car or buy one in the DR? by GregInTheDR
[b]First and foremost, it’s my first post to the forum. I’ve used this site as a reference and it contains a wealth of information. Thank you[/b] So here’s the plan - I’m buying a condo in preconstruction in Santo Domingo ...
@windeguy ... guess what? those problems occur with the American spec GDI motor...if you buy a car imported by the local dealers you get an engine that is called a DOCH, which is bullet proof.. sometimes buying locally has its upside. ... Read More
Best International Shipping Options? by auburnallycelucas
Hey everyone. I ship many materials from the US to the DR for my company. The latest shipment through CPS was 30lbs and costs almost 10,000 DOP. I have also tried Vimenpaq. Does anyone have suggestions for more affordable shipping companies? If you ...
@auburnallycelucas I ship with Traino Express. They charge about $5 a pound, which would have saved you some.With luck, someone will know of a reshipper with lower fees for heavy items. Read More
Amazon ordering by annamayking19
how does Amazon work in Las Terrenas? Where does it get shipped to? Does it take long? Any info would be great.
Don't forget to talk to Amazon's state tax department. Items shipped to a reshipper that sends them out-of-country don't need to pay state sales tax. Amazon will set up your account so you don't get charged that tax. Read More
Buying a clothes washer by crabelramble
Our clothes washer died, and we need to buy a new one. Unsurprisingly, the clothes washer market here differs from the US. The big difference is that I can not find any "data" on the reliability of the different makes and models sold here. Does ...
Thanks for all the info. We're in La Vega. My wife has back issues. She had an old Nedoca automatic top loader that finally died. Her back issues act up now that she has to use an almost-dead twin-tub semi-auto. I guess a new Samsung model top ... Read More
Buying a clothes washer
Our clothes washer died, and we need to buy a new one. Unsurprisingly, the clothes washer market here differs from the US. The big difference is that I can not find any "data" on the reliability of the different makes and models sold here. Does ... Read More
Facebook Marketplace by Brewpub56
In the US, FB marketplace is a huge scammer site. Basically worthless imho. My friend tells me it actually works pretty well in DR. Anyone have any positive experiences using it to buy or sell household items?
Why are many things on FB Marketplace listed as "free' or $1 when you know that can't possibly be the right price? What's the game being played? -@gainkeeperThe weasels are out fishing for suckers. Read More
Solar energy by jmorac
I just got a house in Punta Cana And I will like to install solar Pannels And batteries . My estimated daily consumption will be 60 KW per day . Any sugestion on who can provide it and install it?
I dropped the ball on this post, sorry folks. A quick update for residential solar users in the CEPM electrical area. With much support and perseverance, a group of users was able to overturn CEPM's illegal decision through ... Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
@dbhford Need a few to get proper signal support/strength?? Doesn't affect electricity bill much for Dominicans does it??? -@ShestheoneAs always, the answer is, "It depends!"Each unit uses electricity, probably less than 10 watts. That's ... Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
Ours is up and running! As everyone has said, installation is a breeze as long as you have a location without obstructions. You plunk it down pointing in about the right direction, plug it in, and about 6 hours later, after it's figured out where it ... Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
Quick heads up!You only get a 50' cable with the Standard dish you order on the Dominican Starlink site.Also, it's worth it to shop Amazon for any accessories that you want to order for your new dish. Even with paying the package forwarding fees, ... Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
The only negative about Starlink is its customer service. There is no way to call or email them... -@ddmcgheeAn amazing FU gesture to its customers by Starlink! FWIW, YouTube has some useful videos with ... Read More
Starlink Internet in the Dominican Republic Update … by Ian1272
Great news for those with poor internet service/provider for all that reside in the Dominican ...
I ordered Starlink a couple of weeks ago. It has arrived in the DR but has not yet been delivered to my house.I just looked at the Statement in my app and saw that I paid DOP28,440.00 for the equipment and what I assume to be a month's service. Does ... Read More
3 Month/6 Month Passport Validity Rule by Brewpub56
We fly on 12/5/23. I just realized that my passport expires in April 2024 (4 months validity) and my husband's in May 2024 (5 months validity). We both have empty pages so that's not an issue.Everything I find on line indicates that RD follows the 3 ...
And I heard that you can believe everything you heard on the news. Read More
Electrical Wiring in our Dominican House by raymondlbest
I understand that the electrical supply company has blown the electrics 3 X in our house in Puerto Plata.Is there a qualified electrician who can check this out and put things right ?
Just a note. Remember, you are in the Dominican Republic. Anyone can call themselves an electrician. The Dominican Republic doesn't have a standardized, nationwide system for the licensing of electricians. any Tom, Dick, or Harry can call themselves ... Read More
return ticket under 30 days on entry required? by sabanero
I heard that now a return ticket under 30 days is required on entry to the DR?Can anybody confirm that or is there no time restriction on the return ticket?Thanks and regardsManfred
That wasn't true for me when I entered the DR in Feb of this year. Read More
Wiring in a new-build... by danimcdg34
Hi again.There is a concrete block house being built down the street. All the walls are up but I don't see any allowances made for wiring or plumbing. I watched some you- tube videos ( produced in USA) and homeowner was installing runs ...
My rule for the DR is that if a person's lips are moving, they are either lying OR fit into the dummy end of the Dunning–Kruger effect. Of course, that's only based on my experience. Read More
Dating advice for a mixed dominican/american woman moving to the DR? by sofialovestravel
Hi everyone! I am (f) turning 30 and moving to the Dominican Republic to care for my elderly grandmother in Santiago. Unfortunately, I am very removed from my culture. I am the only half-white person in my family. My Spanish is broken but passable, ...
Anything has taught me over the years. Is that dominican's value honestly...-@phannigan75I'm guessing you live in a parallel universe! Read More
Dentist in Cap Cana Area by rfmaurone
Hola, looking for I guess the phrase is medical tourism. a dentist in the Cap Cana area. Someone that does implants and basic dentistry too, coming in from the United States. It’s for a family member.in a perfect world I’m looking for ...
Seeing back-to-back cautions on the need to "do your own research" made me stop and think! What is the best way to do that? Sure, I have my way, but I've had it for so long that I have no idea whether or not it's the best way.How do you guys do your ... Read More
Wiring in a new-build... by danimcdg34
Hi again.There is a concrete block house being built down the street. All the walls are up but I don't see any allowances made for wiring or plumbing. I watched some you- tube videos ( produced in USA) and homeowner was installing runs ...
10ga is heavy gauge wire for down here! Read More
Dentist in Cap Cana Area by rfmaurone
Hola, looking for I guess the phrase is medical tourism. a dentist in the Cap Cana area. Someone that does implants and basic dentistry too, coming in from the United States. It’s for a family member.in a perfect world I’m looking for ...
The post was moderated. So my message was to the moderation team honey....-@plannerFWIW, "honey" is perceived as being derogatory or disrespectful in the U.S. when speaking to strangers or people in a business setting. Read More
Rust & Corrosion of Metal by DRCulture
Hola Everyone!What do you do to decrease rust and corrosion that can be caused by the salt water and air? I don't expect to prevent it forever, but certainly would like to put some preventative measures in place. I have stayed a few Airbnb's and ...
From ChatGPT: Methods for preventing metal corrosion in beach side homesChatGPT2 / 2Maintaining homes located near the beach can be challenging due to the salty, moist air which accelerates metal corrosion. Here are several methods to prevent metal ... Read More
Mail Forwarding companies? by crabelramble
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info?
You are incorrect on some assumptions. Not all round up. -@plannerMy point was that "rounding up" the weight is inherent in the system. When weights are shown to the nearest 0.1 pounds, anything with an exact weight of 0.05 or above is ... Read More
Mail Forwarding companies? by crabelramble
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info?
As always, the devil is in the details. This discussion presents "rounding up" as an unfair practice. The reality is that every company "rounds up"!So, if we are going to discuss this, I think we need to make sure that we include enough information ... Read More
Mail Forwarding companies? by crabelramble
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info?
As always, the devil is in the details. This discussion presents "rounding up" as an unfair practice. The reality is that every company "rounds up"!So, if we are going to discuss this, I think we need to make sure that we include enough information ... Read More
Mail Forwarding companies? by crabelramble
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info?
What do you mean when you say, "...does not round up the weight.."? Read More
Mail Forwarding companies? by crabelramble
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info?
Another issue is rounding UP of package costs. One company, who shall remain nameless, rounds up ALWAYS. Another charges the exact weight! -@plannerASFAIK, every shipper rounds up to the nearest pound for packages greater than 1 lb. i.e., if your ... Read More
Mail Forwarding companies? by crabelramble
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info?
Another issue is rounding UP of package costs. One company, who shall remain nameless, rounds up ALWAYS. Another charges the exact weight! -@plannerASFAIK, every shipper rounds up to the nearest pound for packages greater than 1 ... Read More
Cell phone providers by SFP203
Who is the best cell phone service provider and is it easy to get a cell phone contract? What does one need to do/show to get a contract. Thanks
FWIW, I use my US cellphone set to WIFI calling to both call and receive calls from the US.It's free. The downside is that my ISP is flaky at times. Read More
Receiving mail/packages by SandyS_retired
I know I have seen this topic here before but cannot find it.I will be setting up a mailing address with EPS in Sosua in order to receive packages here. I understand they will give me an address in Miami in which my packages will be mailed to, and ...
That is not true for my account! I have had 79 orders (order dates going back to 2022) refunded since May 8, and the dozen or so orders since May 8 have all had taxes charged. -@ddmcgheeI guess I'm special! VBG Read More
Dominican Currency by Mark and Al
What actual currency denominations should we carry while in Sosua/Cabarete? I hope to use our credit card as much as possible, but I'm assuming there will be a lot of places that only accept cash and apparently getting change back (at smaller ...
FWIW pay attention to how badly your US CC rapes you when you use it out of country. Some double dip, both charging out an INTERNATIONAL PURCH TRANS FEE, which can be 3%, and also giving you a far worse exchange rate than a bank would.Others charge ... Read More
Receiving mail/packages by SandyS_retired
I know I have seen this topic here before but cannot find it.I will be setting up a mailing address with EPS in Sosua in order to receive packages here. I understand they will give me an address in Miami in which my packages will be mailed to, and ...
FWIW, Amazon changes your account to Sales Tax Exempt as soon as they complete your first request for a refund! You only have to go through the process one time. Read More
Mail Forwarding companies? by crabelramble
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info?
I want to add that I've used the Taino Express office in La Vega to ship 40+ packages to me over the last month and a half.All made it to me without issue. And, their support on WhatsApp had been wonderful! Read More
Receiving mail/packages by SandyS_retired
I know I have seen this topic here before but cannot find it.I will be setting up a mailing address with EPS in Sosua in order to receive packages here. I understand they will give me an address in Miami in which my packages will be mailed to, and ...
Double awesome ddmcghee! I followed your instructions and received a reply from Amazon in less than 12 house saying that I would the refund in my CC account in a few days.Thanks again! -@crabelrambleEven better, the refund made it into my CC even ... Read More
Receiving mail/packages by SandyS_retired
I know I have seen this topic here before but cannot find it.I will be setting up a mailing address with EPS in Sosua in order to receive packages here. I understand they will give me an address in Miami in which my packages will be mailed to, and ...
Double awesome ddmcghee! I followed your instructions and received a reply from Amazon in less than 12 house saying that I would the refund in my CC account in a few days.Thanks again! Read More
Selling a car in Santo Domingo by lmclmf2009
Does anyone know of an honest and reliable person who buys used cars in Santo Domingo that would give me a fair price?Thank you in advance for your help.
Do not post the make model and price here! It requires the use of classified ads! -@plannerHm, once again, I didn't read the whole thread. You'd think I would have learned. My excuse is that I'm old, and it shows, and I have a hard time getting a ... Read More
Selling a car in Santo Domingo by lmclmf2009
Does anyone know of an honest and reliable person who buys used cars in Santo Domingo that would give me a fair price?Thank you in advance for your help.
Does anyone know of an honest and reliable person who buys used cars in Santo Domingo that would give me a fair price?Thank you in advance for your help. -@lmclmf2009I suggest you post the make, model, and year plus your asking price! Doing so would ... Read More
Prescript Meds Question: Ozempic? by ExpatRusher
Hey, everyone. Hope everybody is having good days/week/months/life!I'm a Type 2 Diabetic, previously only on Metformin, which I know is available in the DR. However, I've just been prescribed the add-on Ozempic drug. I did a search on ...
This is a refrigerated drug we're talking here -@WillieWebSorry, I wasn't paying attention! Read More
Prescript Meds Question: Ozempic? by ExpatRusher
Hey, everyone. Hope everybody is having good days/week/months/life!I'm a Type 2 Diabetic, previously only on Metformin, which I know is available in the DR. However, I've just been prescribed the add-on Ozempic drug. I did a search on ...
@ExpatRusher FWIW, you can quickly have your prescriptions shipped from a package reshipper to the DR! Each 1lb shipment will cost less than 5 bucks US.I would do all I could to avoid buying prescription drugs in the DR. There is nothing in the DR ... Read More
New construction by andrieawashington
Hi there, I’m hoping to get some information here. Has anyone heard of Macao Hills (Alta Gracia), Bavaro, Punta Cana? Strongly considering buying/building in this area. Looking to purchase as an investment, Avalon is the builder. Has anyone in ...
I love the way the ends are #10 and the middle is #14... -@DominicanadaMikeNah, you're kidding me, right? I'm guessing that the fact that you know that happens tells us that it is a non-uncommon practice. To me, that shouts out that the rule ... Read More
New construction by andrieawashington
Hi there, I’m hoping to get some information here. Has anyone heard of Macao Hills (Alta Gracia), Bavaro, Punta Cana? Strongly considering buying/building in this area. Looking to purchase as an investment, Avalon is the builder. Has anyone in ...
Listen to the warnings that john-schroder and dmcghee are telling you about the dangers assuming that your "new construction" will be done right! Pressure tanks? LOL, My wife had to have ours replaced. Her "advisor" convinced her not to buy the one ... Read More
Heartbroken by Corruption by BahamianexpatDR
As I sit here at 2AM thinking about all that has transpired since I have arrived in the DR, my heart breaks, not only for this beautiful nation, but for me and the thought that I am considering leaving rather than face anymore attempts to swindle ...
This thread reminds me of a joke told to me by a Dominican who, BTW, introduced me to this country in 1989.An inventor developed a device that identified thieves on sight. He flew with his prototype to the DR to attend a meeting with some ... Read More
Bringing a parrot by strongstar
So I am an owner of a Blackheaded Pionites parrot (Pionites melanocephalus) and a Pitbull. Since they are both family members the only option is to bring them both with me. DR does not have a breed ban as far as I've found out and as I've ...
@planner Planner has spoken! My translation of her words is, "You will be in very deep doo-doo if you get caught smuggling in a bird. Read More
Bringing a parrot by strongstar
So I am an owner of a Blackheaded Pionites parrot (Pionites melanocephalus) and a Pitbull. Since they are both family members the only option is to bring them both with me. DR does not have a breed ban as far as I've found out and as I've ...
@ddmcghee Full disclosure, I have absolutely no facts to support my opinion.That said, if I were thinking of avoiding legal prohibitions against importing birds into the DR by sneaking them into the country on a chartered flight, I'd have a Plan B ... Read More
Mail Forwarding companies? by crabelramble
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info?
@drlover1962 I use the La Vega office, and they, so far, have been excellent! I contact them on Whatsapp. They respond quickly in English. They've never been snarky or unavailable. Read More
Mail Forwarding companies? by crabelramble
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info?
@CHRISTOPHER DAVID56 Good point! Aduana allows people to carry unpackaged laptops every day without having to pay duty. Just to be safe, I'd take it out of the box, start it up and make yours by completing the laptop's setup. Read More
Shipping my monthly life preserving medications to DR from the US by drlover1962
Anyone have any information on shipping prescription medications from the US to DR? Or how I can ship boxes of food and clothes to DR and where to pick up in either the Santo Domingo or Sosua area?
@ddmcghee FWIW a controlled drug prescription of mine made it through without issues. I simply had it sent to my package reshipper and it made it to me a few days later.Note though that this is one guy one bottle one-time result. All it tells us is ... Read More
US Immigration Attorney? by crabelramble
Can anyone refer me to a Spanish-speaking US immigration attorney?My wife is Dominican and has a green card. Shell needs some guidance on the specifics of the renewal process for her card in 2024.
Thanks planner! Read More
US Immigration Attorney? by crabelramble
Can anyone refer me to a Spanish-speaking US immigration attorney?My wife is Dominican and has a green card. Shell needs some guidance on the specifics of the renewal process for her card in 2024.
@ddmcghee Thanks! That's a good idea. Where would I find that forum? Read More
US Immigration Attorney? by crabelramble
Can anyone refer me to a Spanish-speaking US immigration attorney?My wife is Dominican and has a green card. Shell needs some guidance on the specifics of the renewal process for her card in 2024.
@José Sánchez-AlmonteWe've done that twice over the last 20+ years so I understand what has to be done. That is not the reason I want to consult with an Immigration attorney. Read More
US Immigration Attorney?
Can anyone refer me to a Spanish-speaking US immigration attorney?My wife is Dominican and has a green card. Shell needs some guidance on the specifics of the renewal process for her card in 2024. Read More
Mail Forwarding companies? by crabelramble
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info?
I use Taino Express, a package forwarding service with an office in La Vega. They have many other offices throughout the DR.You have your purchases sent to their Miami office. Those packages are then re-shipped to their main office in Santo Domingo ... Read More
Importing new UTV - pros / cons? by tracy.england
Good evening all, Input, thoughts, and guidance desired. After several weeks in our new little town, we are thinking that a UTV would be the best option for transportation to get around. If we need a car to run into Santo Domingo or up to the ...
I'd start by asking myself some questions.Do I have the experience/training to:Know which brands and models are reliable.Know the current market value for the make and model that we want? Know that there is an active market for it.Know a mechanic ... Read More
Water testing sources?
I need to get our water tested. We're on neighborhood well water in el campo outside La Vega. Any recommendations? Read More
Startlink installers in the DR
Hi!My big take-home point is that you can never assume that any one contractor is going to do precisely what he said he was going to do.That means you want to be there watching like a hawk, to see that the work is being done according to the plan. I ... Read More
Startlink installers in the DR by crabelramble
Ya, I know it's self-install! Unfortunately, I can't do that kind of work anymore.Have any of you Starlink users here dealt with a company or qualified person for your installation?I have a two-story, flat-roofed concrete home with no surrounding ...
Update!The short story is that I found a La Vega plumber/electrician who is a guy who will be able to do the Starlink installation if I end up going that route.The long story is that during the process of having our 20+-year-old mosaic de piedra ... Read More
Startlink installers in the DR by crabelramble
Ya, I know it's self-install! Unfortunately, I can't do that kind of work anymore.Have any of you Starlink users here dealt with a company or qualified person for your installation?I have a two-story, flat-roofed concrete home with no surrounding ...
I bought a Tp-Link AX3000 Deco x55 3 unit mesh system for $185.-@UncleBuckThat's a great price! Is that deal still alive? Read More
Startlink installers in the DR by crabelramble
Ya, I know it's self-install! Unfortunately, I can't do that kind of work anymore.Have any of you Starlink users here dealt with a company or qualified person for your installation?I have a two-story, flat-roofed concrete home with no surrounding ...
@UncleBuck Thanks! Others have given that router good reviews. I was reluctant to try something other than Starlink equipment because I have a Wyze mesh router that's a brick. Its system can't complete setting up because of the terrible internet ... Read More
Startlink installers in the DR by crabelramble
Ya, I know it's self-install! Unfortunately, I can't do that kind of work anymore.Have any of you Starlink users here dealt with a company or qualified person for your installation?I have a two-story, flat-roofed concrete home with no surrounding ...
I reread my last post and realized I'd completely misread your posts! Sorry, my brain saw Starlink Ethernet Adapters and translated that into Starline WiFI Mesh Routers. ¡Lo siento mucho!My reason for considering buying them is that they will ... Read More
Startlink installers in the DR by crabelramble
Ya, I know it's self-install! Unfortunately, I can't do that kind of work anymore.Have any of you Starlink users here dealt with a company or qualified person for your installation?I have a two-story, flat-roofed concrete home with no surrounding ...
@crabelramble Why would you buy 3 Starlink Ethernet adapters? You can only plug 1 into the Starlink router, and then you attach an ethernet switch/splitter, and go from there to your extenders (poor choice) or mesh routers (much better choice).By ... Read More
Startlink installers in the DR by crabelramble
Ya, I know it's self-install! Unfortunately, I can't do that kind of work anymore.Have any of you Starlink users here dealt with a company or qualified person for your installation?I have a two-story, flat-roofed concrete home with no surrounding ...
I've already planned to buy three Starlink Ethernet adapters and two WIFI extenders. That part was easy. The harder part is finding someone with a tall enough ladder and a drill capable of drilling through the concrete block wall.Would it be ... Read More
Startlink installers in the DR by crabelramble
Ya, I know it's self-install! Unfortunately, I can't do that kind of work anymore.Have any of you Starlink users here dealt with a company or qualified person for your installation?I have a two-story, flat-roofed concrete home with no surrounding ...
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Startlink installers in the DR
Ya, I know it's self-install! Unfortunately, I can't do that kind of work anymore.Have any of you Starlink users here dealt with a company or qualified person for your installation?I have a two-story, flat-roofed concrete home with no surrounding ... Read More
Sending cash to USA bank account by LT American
Good afternoon, I need to send cash to my USA bank account. Is western union the only option?
From what I've read, Dominican banks are safer than US banks. Read More
Mail Forwarding companies? by crabelramble
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info?
@drlover1962 LOL, I was asleep at the wheel. I want packages also. I did a stupid, nonthinking copy and paste. Read More
Mail Forwarding companies?
I'm looking for current info on mail-forwarding companies and a primer on what needs to be done to use them. I've searched but came up empty. Is there already a topic that has that info? Read More
Shipping household goods back from DR to the U.S. by lmclmf2009
Hi everyone. I wondered if anyone has had experience shipping their household items back to the U.S. (Florida). If so, may I ask the following:1. What company did you use?2. Did you ship furniture, electronics, and personal items ...
@olgaglennI have been trying to figure out if it is more cost effective to bring furniture from states or to buy it there. we are currently building in the DR. Can you give me an idea of what $$duty they charge you for household items in customs ... Read More
Costs of every day things . by Ladytrougher
Am thinking of buying in Dominican We have been there 6 times and love the Punta Cana region but have only stayed all inclusive so really have no idea as to what it is really like. I don't think we will be living there full time for lots of years ...
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Post-Covid-19 situation in Dominican Republic by Mickael
Hello everyone, [b]The COVID-19 pandemic[/b] had a huge impact on the world, including on expats' lives. Travel restrictions, business closures, budget cuts, and health measures have created unprecedented challenges for those who have chosen to ...
My Dominican wife and I moved down here about 6 weeks ago. We have yet to see or hear of anyone in her extended family/friends who have come down with Covid.Note that just because no one has said anything does not mean that it didn't happen. Read More
Search for psyllium husk fiber powder by Vagabundo2000
Hi, does anyone know where I can get psyllium husk fiber powder here in the Dominican Republic?
@crabelramble Thanks, I will try to get it there. I live in la vega. But I need it purely natural without additives. I hope I can get it. -@Vagabundo2000Good luck! Neither the internet nor the telephone is going to help you. Your only hope is to ... Read More
Air Conditioner by Gman123
I need to buy 3 ductless air conditioners for the house I am going to rent. 2 small ones for the bedrooms and a larger one for the main living room. What brands would you recommend keeping in mind price is an issue?
Fifteen minutes ago, I was obsessing over how to install a split AC unit for my bedroom. My bedroom is on the south face of the house. Oh, no, woe is me! The south side of the house is the worst place to install the outside part of the split unit. ... Read More
Homemade langoniza? by colmcb
Has anyone tried making their own langoniza? I love it but would prefer to make it myself because I want to know what's in there. Every store-bought brand I've tried has so many ingredients added to preserve, etc., and I really want to stick to pork ...
Has anyone tried making their own langoniza? -@colmcbHHave you recently eaten a longaniza that you love? If not, I'd start searching the stores in your area until you find one! Find it and you have your target!That target will help you pick an ... Read More
Info from your last RD Power Company bill? by crabelramble
Mine was from Edenorte for the last month. Our home has:Two occupantsLED light bulbs Trace inverter which covered 4 hours of power outage for the monthCeiling fans that operate, in total, 16 hours a dayTwo water pumps pumping water from the street ...
My A/C is high efficiency.-@plannerWhat model/brand of AC did you buy, and what is their efficiency rating? (Sorry about littering this place with posts; I hit the button too soon! Read More
Info from your last RD Power Company bill? by crabelramble
Mine was from Edenorte for the last month. Our home has:Two occupantsLED light bulbs Trace inverter which covered 4 hours of power outage for the monthCeiling fans that operate, in total, 16 hours a dayTwo water pumps pumping water from the street ...
@planner Thanks! The info you posted shows all of us that efficient AC units can be used on a daily basis without causing the electric bill to become outrageous!To me, that is important information, Read More
Info from your last RD Power Company bill? by crabelramble
Mine was from Edenorte for the last month. Our home has:Two occupantsLED light bulbs Trace inverter which covered 4 hours of power outage for the monthCeiling fans that operate, in total, 16 hours a dayTwo water pumps pumping water from the street ...
@planner Here's what I see when I compare your EDE bill combined with how your house consumes electricity with mine.Our EDEs charge essentially the same rates. I pay a slightly lower rate than you for the first two levels and a somewhat higher rate ... Read More
Info from your last RD Power Company bill? by crabelramble
Mine was from Edenorte for the last month. Our home has:Two occupantsLED light bulbs Trace inverter which covered 4 hours of power outage for the monthCeiling fans that operate, in total, 16 hours a dayTwo water pumps pumping water from the street ...
The big drivers of your bill: air conditioner, electric water heater, Water pumps, fridge, freezer and some appliances.Mine averages 4,200. 18btu air conditioner every day 8 hours, electric water heater once a day, fridge, freezer, coffee maker ... Read More
Air Conditioner by Gman123
I need to buy 3 ductless air conditioners for the house I am going to rent. 2 small ones for the bedrooms and a larger one for the main living room. What brands would you recommend keeping in mind price is an issue?
There website is Refripartes.com -@DRformeThanks, that's the kind of info that we need! BTW, I Googled that url and ended up getting, "Refripartes.comThis domain is for sale: $1,995". Read More
Shipping household goods back from DR to the U.S. by lmclmf2009
Hi everyone. I wondered if anyone has had experience shipping their household items back to the U.S. (Florida). If so, may I ask the following:1. What company did you use?2. Did you ship furniture, electronics, and personal items ...
Almost everything is available here now. -@plannerYou're lucky to live in the area that you do! I wish I could say that I've had that same shopping experience! And then there's the price issue. For example, my wife was looking for a new kitchen sink ... Read More
Air Conditioner by Gman123
I need to buy 3 ductless air conditioners for the house I am going to rent. 2 small ones for the bedrooms and a larger one for the main living room. What brands would you recommend keeping in mind price is an issue?
Question are they able to run central air on houses made of cinder blocks?-@polo1clubCentral air, as us North Americans know it, requires ducting. IMO, no RD home will have ducting unless it was designed by a North American who has money to burn.The ... Read More
Info from your last RD Power Company bill?
Mine was from Edenorte for the last month. Our home has:Two occupantsLED light bulbs Trace inverter which covered 4 hours of power outage for the monthCeiling fans that operate, in total, 16 hours a dayTwo water pumps pumping water from the street ... Read More
Shipping household goods back from DR to the U.S. by lmclmf2009
Hi everyone. I wondered if anyone has had experience shipping their household items back to the U.S. (Florida). If so, may I ask the following:1. What company did you use?2. Did you ship furniture, electronics, and personal items ...
You're in good shape IF you live in an area that has a substantial Dominican presence. Over the years I've shipped many cartons of household goods out of both Newark and Miami. The key is that the businesses often drop the shipping boxes to your ... Read More
Moving to Dominican Republic is starlink better or claro by jordancomas1
im moving to Dominican Republic and was wondering what’s better for Internet. Is claro better (optic fiber) or starlink? I work from home so it’s kinda important
On StarLink, can the owner of the StarLink equipment resell it if they no longer need Starlink service? Read More
Air Conditioner by Gman123
I need to buy 3 ductless air conditioners for the house I am going to rent. 2 small ones for the bedrooms and a larger one for the main living room. What brands would you recommend keeping in mind price is an issue?
Good points!The absolute best location for the compressor is one that remains in the shade the whole day. Is that accurate?What about constructing a sun shield to provide shade with corrugated steel? That would help if you can not find a shaded ... Read More
Air Conditioner by Gman123
I need to buy 3 ductless air conditioners for the house I am going to rent. 2 small ones for the bedrooms and a larger one for the main living room. What brands would you recommend keeping in mind price is an issue?
@DominicanadaMikeI agree. The costs of construction are part of the equation.That said, I was only trying to get the point across that if you are going to build a house that will have the whole house cooled with AC, the most economical way to do ... Read More
Air Conditioner by Gman123
I need to buy 3 ductless air conditioners for the house I am going to rent. 2 small ones for the bedrooms and a larger one for the main living room. What brands would you recommend keeping in mind price is an issue?
install it in the most efficient location not what is easiest! -@plannerWhat is the definition of "the most efficient location"?Most of us would not be able to answer that question. I know that I could not. Read More
Air Conditioner by Gman123
I need to buy 3 ductless air conditioners for the house I am going to rent. 2 small ones for the bedrooms and a larger one for the main living room. What brands would you recommend keeping in mind price is an issue?
crabel I am not sure what you are actually saying. IT is FAR more costly HERE to cool a whole house then use split units. -@plannerWhat I wrote was, "BUT, it is now less costly to cool a whole house with split/ductless units. "Maybe ... Read More
Air Conditioner by Gman123
I need to buy 3 ductless air conditioners for the house I am going to rent. 2 small ones for the bedrooms and a larger one for the main living room. What brands would you recommend keeping in mind price is an issue?
This topic has a lot of good info! Here's my summary.Electric power is expensive in the SR. Paying more for efficient ac units saves money over the long run in homes used daily. Thus the ductless split A/C units are the best choice.We want to buy a ... Read More
Air Conditioner by Gman123
I need to buy 3 ductless air conditioners for the house I am going to rent. 2 small ones for the bedrooms and a larger one for the main living room. What brands would you recommend keeping in mind price is an issue?
I am just saying, you will save money using central air in your entire home, vs running split units in each room. It does not matter what the price is per kw, it costs more to cool a large space with many split units running in all rooms, vs ... Read More
How much to pay for menial labor in the yard and around the house by crabelramble
My wife and I have a home in el campo outside of La Vega. You know, an area where the streets have no names, the houses have no numbers, the roosters never stop crowing, the dogs never stop barking, and more than one of your neighbors has a couple ...
@ddmcghee Ah, I see and I agree! Read More
How much to pay for menial labor in the yard and around the house by crabelramble
My wife and I have a home in el campo outside of La Vega. You know, an area where the streets have no names, the houses have no numbers, the roosters never stop crowing, the dogs never stop barking, and more than one of your neighbors has a couple ...
@ddmcghee How to I make the change? Read More
Dish network internet service in the DR by crabelramble
I've seen people mention that they use Dish Network for internet service. I've Googled it several times but have come up empty.Can anyone give me some clues as to what I'm doing wrong?
I frankly had no idea what DISH cost monthly! It's now dead to me. Read More
How much to pay for menial labor in the yard and around the house by crabelramble
My wife and I have a home in el campo outside of La Vega. You know, an area where the streets have no names, the houses have no numbers, the roosters never stop crowing, the dogs never stop barking, and more than one of your neighbors has a couple ...
Thanks, guys, that was helpful! Read More
Using a US based cell phone in the DR by Mark and Al
We are (finally) making our 1st trip to the Dominican in June. I'm trying to figure out how or if we can use our ATT cell phones without racking up a bunch of international phone charges. We will be in the Sosua/Cabarete area for about 2 weeks.
I have Mint on an android phone. I set Settings/Connections/Wi-Fi Calling to ON and have been able to call US numbers with no Roaming charges. MINT has a feature where you deposit money into an International Calling account. They charge 10 cents a ... Read More
Search for psyllium husk fiber powder by Vagabundo2000
Hi, does anyone know where I can get psyllium husk fiber powder here in the Dominican Republic?
@WillieWeb Last time I checked Amazon would be happy to ship stuff to the DR for$55. You're the man with the secret methods What am I missing? VBG Read More
Dish network internet service in the DR by crabelramble
I've seen people mention that they use Dish Network for internet service. I've Googled it several times but have come up empty.Can anyone give me some clues as to what I'm doing wrong?
"$140-150/mo" Wow, I had no idea! My eyes have been opened. Thanks! Read More
Moving to Dominican Republic is starlink better or claro by jordancomas1
im moving to Dominican Republic and was wondering what’s better for Internet. Is claro better (optic fiber) or starlink? I work from home so it’s kinda important
@WillieWeb Thanks! Read More
Dish network internet service in the DR by crabelramble
I've seen people mention that they use Dish Network for internet service. I've Googled it several times but have come up empty.Can anyone give me some clues as to what I'm doing wrong?
Clearly, StarLink is way better. We know costs $600 US for the equipment and 2700 pesos per month. And, it's not available in all areas.What did DISH cost you? Read More
How much to pay for menial labor in the yard and around the house by crabelramble
My wife and I have a home in el campo outside of La Vega. You know, an area where the streets have no names, the houses have no numbers, the roosters never stop crowing, the dogs never stop barking, and more than one of your neighbors has a couple ...
I asked here because I don't have the physical or language ability to ask around. My mobility is seriously restricted.I'd also suggest that using the value "what it's worth to me" number would be an extremely bad, very insulting idea if that number ... Read More
Moving to Dominican Republic is starlink better or claro by jordancomas1
im moving to Dominican Republic and was wondering what’s better for Internet. Is claro better (optic fiber) or starlink? I work from home so it’s kinda important
@WillieWeb Do you have a secret method of getting one if Starlink has the area you live in on the wait list? Read More
Dish network internet service in the DR by crabelramble
I've seen people mention that they use Dish Network for internet service. I've Googled it several times but have come up empty.Can anyone give me some clues as to what I'm doing wrong?
I live in el campo de La Vega. Read More