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r/askdfw is a referral and recommendation subreddit for the DFW Metroplex, a supplement to r/Dallas. While the primary focus are questions related to moving to and visiting DFW, other questions about the metroplex are also welcome. Users are encouraged to make an effort to search through previous posts or the other usual places to find an answer to their question, but it is not required. r/askDFW strives to be a positive and welcoming community, so keep it friendly, the Texas way.

r/askdfw is a referral and recommendation subreddit for the DFW Metroplex, a supplement to r/Dallas. While the primary focus are questions related to moving to and visiting DFW, other questions about the metroplex are also welcome. Users are encouraged to make an effort to search through previous posts or the other usual places to find an answer to their question, but it is not required. r/askDFW strives to be a positive and welcoming community, so keep it friendly, the Texas way.

  • All Posts Must Be a Question. Posts without a question in the title or content will be removed. Questions should be asked in good faith. This is not the place to post rants or opinions disguised as questions (e.g. “does anyone else think the mayor sucks?”, etc.) but to ask questions about visiting, moving to, or living in DFW.

  • Be Excellent to Each Other. Normal reddiquette applies, and then some. This is a community for helping others. Don't troll, antagonize, threaten, flamebait, or otherwise be a jerk. Do not say or imply that someone is not welcome in DFW, for whatever reason. Follow reddiquette and Reddit's sitewide content policy at all times

  • No Uncivil Behavior or Discriminatory Language. Personal attacks, name-calling, and harassment may result in a ban and report to Reddit admins. Repeatedly pinging others with username mentions constitutes harassment. Discriminatory language and content, such as racism, sexism, misogynist/misandristic, homophobia/transphobia, ageism, and ableism, is not tolerated in this community. o

  • DFW Focus required. All posts submitted to /r/askDFW must be Dallas/DFW-centric. Posts on national or state-wide issues must incorporate the local impact. Questions not unique to DFW may be removed. This is r/askDFW, not r/askTexas, or r/askReddit. Just because something exists in DFW, doesn't make it DFW specific.

  • No Classifieds, job posts, self-promotions or side-hustles. No self promotion posts. Don't promote your YouTube channel, your real estate business, your side hustle, your business, etc as a post. This includes recruiting and hiring posts, those should go in r/dfwjobs. Do not post advertisements, requests to buy or sell goods or services, use /r/DFWClassifieds. However, feel free to promote your business or services in the comments if someone posts a question looking for something you provide.

  • Avoid Political Discussions. While a political topics are unavoidable, political discussions should be relegated to subreddits dedicated to those topics. Questions and discussions on how to participate in politics are fine. Questions and comments about protests should go in r/DallasProtests

  • No Spam. Includes advertisements, self-Promotion and crowdfunding posts. If your business provides a service that is being asked about, you can respond as a comment. For example: apartment locators or realtors responding to someone looking for help finding an apartment is a-ok! Making a post saying that your a realtor asking if anyone is looking, it not ok.o

  • No Low-Value Posts or Content. Novelty accounts may be removed. Satirical posts/comments and low value bots or accounts exhibiting bot-like behavior will be removed and banned.

  • Don't refer users to obvious search engines and don't tell users to search the sub.. Everyone knows about google, and yelp, and other obvious services. Users are encouraged to try those services before posting questions, but it's not required. If you know of an app that might help OP, post a link to it in the comments. If you know of previous posts that answer OPs question, you can post a link to it in the comments.

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Free tickets for Minecraft Event in Plano

Enjoy free tickets for you and/or your friends/family!

As of right now I have already given out 27 tickets and gave various kids (and their parents of course) a core memory!

Explanation

I'm from The Netherlands so unfortunately I can't attend the event. By attending you receive a code in your email to claim a 'cape'. This is a cosmetic in-game item. So by paying your ticket(s), I receive this code in my mail box, and you enjoy the event. This is a win-win situation.

Date

You can choose the date yourself, but it has to be before the end of the year because that's when the event ends.

Extra information

* Families have priority over solo tickets.

* Higher priority for people who go as soon as possible.

* Higher priority for people who go on weekdays since it's cheaper.

If you're interested, curious or have any questions.. Send me a message on here!

2 Comments
2024/11/10
09:58 UTC

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Need a Plumber for Gas Leak Repair by today

I’m in need of a reliable and reasonably priced plumber who can help with a gas leak issue in my home. Atmos Energy recently came out after a gas smell was detected, and they turned off the gas supply to the entire house for safety. They mentioned that, despite pressure testing, they couldn’t locate a second leak somewhere within the house.

I’ve reached out to a few plumbers, but the quotes I’m getting are quite high. I’d appreciate any recommendations for a plumber who charges fairly and could potentially handle the job by today. It’s urgent as I’d like to restore gas service as soon as possible.

If you’ve had a positive experience with a local plumber or know someone who might be able to help, please let me know. Thank you in advance!

0 Comments
2024/11/10
08:03 UTC

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Realtor recommendation.

Hello, My wife and I are looking for a realtor in the Anna and McKinney area who specializes in helping first-time home buyers. We’re hoping for someone knowledgeable, patient, and attentive to guide us through the process. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

5 Comments
2024/11/10
04:42 UTC

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Where to find bulk orange Hot Wheels track?

Going to a family reunion and we want to create a super-long hot wheels track - like 100 yards long. Where can I buy bulk orange Hot Wheels track (or similar)? Thanks.

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2024/11/10
03:32 UTC

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Moving to Dallas - please advise!

I'm (25M) moving to Dallas from Houston. I'll be working in City Center District. What are some areas you'd recommend for young professionals with luxury apartments and safe? Ideally want a luxury high rise rental budget ~2000 per month.

Also, Anyone have any experience with Lantower Midtown by any chance? It’s one of the options I’m considering. Thank you

13 Comments
2024/11/10
02:35 UTC

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Apartments in Addison

Wife and I are moving up to Addison in January and are going to be touring some apartment complexes up there in the near future. They all look really nice online but I'm curious if anyone has insider info on certain places like management, maintenance, any BS fees they may charge etc.

6 Comments
2024/11/09
23:35 UTC

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Finding friends age 20s to 30s

Hello! I recently moved back to the area a few months ago and I’m trying to find something to get involved in that will help me meet people my age. Ideally something weekly. I’m not a church goer, so I’m trying to find other ways to meet people. Also, Im trying not to spend a lot of money. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated!

7 Comments
2024/11/09
20:04 UTC

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Recs for unique gift stores, plus size clothing, etc

Hi all! I’m going to be visiting your lovely city from out of state next week (my cousin lives in Frisco but I’d like to come into Dallas a few times) and I’m looking for some recommendations for the following:

  1. Unique gift stores. (I’ve been to and love the mercantile) I love kitschy things. Things that are unique to Texas or other suggestions you may have.

  2. A place that sells alternative plus size clothing (obviously not mall stores but things that could be found at Torrid) or just trendy in general.

  3. Any cool coffee shops, artsy stores, restaurants, occult shops, etc.

These don’t have to be Dallas specifically, if it’s places in the suburbs, LMK!

Thanks for any recommendations! Excited to be back for a visit!

Thank you for your help!

11 Comments
2024/11/09
16:22 UTC

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Does Anyone know where I can find a tiger tail donut!?

Saw them on the Lincoln Laywer, now I must have one 😅

0 Comments
2024/11/09
16:03 UTC

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Dinner with friends

Hi y’all, my college friends and I are meeting up in downtown Dallas in December. We want to go dinner with around 8 people. Any suggestions? We want to go to a lively upbeat place with good food/drinks. No food restrictions and money is not an issue. Thanks!

22 Comments
2024/11/09
16:00 UTC

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Moving to Dallas

My husband and I are planning to move to the Dallas area within the next few months. We will both be working in downtown Dallas—-what areas do you suggest are good to live in? A couple of things I am looking for are: safety, good food, shopping, things to do, & safety again lol. We are interested in renting a house (budget of $2600 give or take). A 30 min commute would be ideal, anything over 45 mins is TOUGH, but I know how traffic can be. We are in our mid 20s, no kids, two dogs, enjoy a good mixture of staying in and going out. Moved away from a big city when I was a kid and love the small town feel and general safety a small town offers but miss the options and diversity a big city has. We’ve visited Lewisville, The Colony, Carrollton and really enjoyed it. I’ve heard good things about Flower Mound and Addison but haven’t been. Currently living north of Houston.

Any tips would be greatly appreciated!!

29 Comments
2024/11/09
05:01 UTC

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Please help with choosing auto policy for parents

Parents & I just moved to Texas and my father is looking for auto insurance for his Honda Accord 2010 that he bought for $7.5k in 2022.

Can someone please suggest how this AllState policy and coverages look? It’s $534 for 6 months, although I was trying to stay under $500.

Bodily injury liability: $30k/60k

Property Damage Liability: $25k

PIP:

MedPay: $25k

UI/UDBI: $30k/60k

UI/UDPD:

Collision: $1k

Comprehensive: $500

Accident Forgiveness:

I’ve dropped PIP since both my parents have Original Medicare plus a Supplement Plan but have taken the max MedPay because I don’t have health insurance right now and travel often with them in car. Have also taken UI/UDBI for the same reason.

2 Comments
2024/11/08
13:06 UTC

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Christmas Lighting Installation in Arlington

Does anyone know of any christmas lighting companies near arlington? A general ballpark in pricing would be helpful too. Thank you!

3 Comments
2024/11/08
02:39 UTC

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Looking for an apartment upgrade

Hi, I moved to DFW earlier this year and now I’m staying in Lewisville area.

Having been around the metroplex, I am still looking for an apartment upgrade from what I’ve got now.

It seems like Remy apartments in Frisco and some new builds in Allen are of nice quality, however I would prefer to be closer to North Dallas area if possible.

If you happen to know some nice apartments (2019 or newer) please advise

4 Comments
2024/11/07
19:46 UTC

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Looking to get some cushion covers made

I have an old emeco sofa and have new foam cushions and naugahyde vinyl fabric but am realizing that I am never going to get my act together to sew the cushion covers. Does anyone know of a seamstress (or seamster?) who would do a decent job sewing some zippered cushions? I am in North Dallas around Royal Lane but can travel to anywhere in the DFW area.

Thanks in advance!

4 Comments
2024/11/07
18:58 UTC

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Trans-Siberian Orchestra @ AA Center

Has anyone gone to see Trans-Siberian Orchestra at American Airlines Center before? Any recommendations on seating (ie. how close/ far away from the stage, do I want to look for A+ viewing options?)

I've been to AA center many times for hockey games but obviously the configuration will be different. Thx for any tips!

cross-posted

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2024/11/07
17:04 UTC

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Prosper ISD vs others

We're considering a move to Dallas, however, its overwhelming to try to pin down an area.

We have 3 kids- 2 in elementary and 1 in middle school so school is very important for us. We want to be in community with a pool and a fitness center.

The hard part is figuring out should we move to Celina, because the taxes are a little cheaper, to prosper where the schools are better, but i dont know what school, or frisco, or plano. or SOOOO many other options.

My question is, has any one with kids moved into any of these areas recently. why did you choose it over the others?

Thanks

21 Comments
2024/11/07
14:55 UTC

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6am food?

So I'll arrive at DFW around 6 am on a Tuesday.... are any restaurants open at that time or near it?? Preferably terminal D but honestly any of them is fine

5 Comments
2024/11/07
03:15 UTC

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Thanksgiving for 1

For the first time in about 20 years I will be alone for Thanksgiving. Can anyone recommend a decent restaurant, not too expensive where I can enjoy a good meal? It doesn’t have to be holiday themed

20 Comments
2024/11/06
20:20 UTC

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Provisional license at 28 years old

For reasons I’m now leaning to drive, what exactly do I need to bring other than the 6 hour adult course certification? I’m not on anyone’s health insurance. I’m going for the license that allows me to learn with somebody 21 and older in the vehicle with me

2 Comments
2024/11/06
07:30 UTC

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7 hour layover

I have 7 hour layover in January and was hoping for suggestions on what to do during that time as I don't care to hang out in the airport the full time... If it makes a difference, I land late morning and leave again after dinner.

7 Comments
2024/11/05
20:24 UTC

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Consequence of unpaid NTTA balance in collections?

I owe $145 in toll fees. Looks like it went to a collections agency.

Is there any risk in renewing license or hitting credit report if it goes unpaid?

Don’t care to pay for toll fees before I got my tolltag. Didn’t even realize I had a balance with them.

10 Comments
2024/11/05
18:43 UTC

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International Arrivals

I have a friend flying internationally into DFW. This is his first time flying so we want to have all the information prepared. What can he expect arriving on an international flight into DFW? My experience flying into the us (different airport) is: land, go through passport control, baggage claim, customs, then exit or recheck into the airport. Is this pretty standard? Also, is it a long walk to the customs area? He’s worried about getting lost on the way 😂. Beyond that, for me picking him up, what should I be aware of? Parking, what area do I enter into, stuff like that. It’ll be arriving into Terminal D. Any advice/info about the airport is appreciated.

10 Comments
2024/11/05
15:30 UTC

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New build or preowned?

I have a budget of 350-380k(if it’s realistic to negotiate 380->350) Also I’m looking to spend below 2900 a month on mortgage+tax insurance etc. is 350k w 70k down a right budget or can I afford more or lessv

That being said my goal out of the house is to be able to rent it out for a value higher than my mortgage(after 4-5 years) Or be able to sell in 7-10 years and bank a decent profit.

If I go new builds I’m really only finding places I like in northeast McKinney, Princeton, fat north west Aubrey. Problem is these places are so underdeveloped especially me coming from NY then Plano.

But the preowned in garland, Aubrey, little elm etc that I CAN afford…just not touching my heart. Even though it’s bigger and can potentially rent out for more/ easier and closer to a lot…them older homes just not it for me I like the new modern sleek looks.

Anyways would appreciate advice on this.and would love to hear your guys opinion on what is wise in 26 no kids for another 2-3 years atleast. And school rn isn’t a major concern.

2 Comments
2024/11/05
07:54 UTC

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Atmos Energy

Is $87 a month a lot for a gas bill? I feel like it is since the only thing that is gas powered is the water heater and the fire place and I dont even use the fire place.

I’m locked into Atmos Energy since that’s what my complex uses. Is this a normal price per month? I live in a 2/2 and it’s just my roommate and I here.

Edit: we use the washing machine with cold water. The dryer is electric. Only the dishwasher, showers, and sink are using the water heater.

15 Comments
2024/11/05
05:47 UTC

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Adult driving lessons

Put this off for ages but it’s gotten ridiculous, looking for recommendations for adult driving classes, the closer to uptown the better! Thanks guys!

3 Comments
2024/11/05
05:10 UTC

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Opinions on landtower midtown??

Anyone experienced living or have heard anything about Landtower Midtown Apartments?

1 Comment
2024/11/05
04:36 UTC

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Horse back riding lessons

Looking for a barn with riding lessons. I’m in my 30’s so I’m not looking to take lessons with little kids lol. Private or group. I rode horses from 7-19 and truly miss it. Looking for a recommendation for a good barn/instructor to get back in the saddle.

I’m originally from Pennsylvania and had a horse growing up. I have experience in English, dressage, Hunter/jumper, and eventing. So I’m open to anything right now, even trying western. I’m definitely going to be super rusty but I’m sure I’ll pick it back up quick!

I also don’t have too too many friends out here so it would be nice to find a friendly place where I could possibly make friends.

3 Comments
2024/11/05
03:15 UTC

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Fastest way to get a license in DFW if you moved from a different state?

I’ve been here 2 years and my license is expiring soon so I need to go get one asap. All the appointments are way too far out at this point. Are there any specific DMVs maybe in more rural areas around DFW that would let me get it if I show up early in the morning?

13 Comments
2024/11/04
20:27 UTC

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Which DFW LA Fitness has the best kids club and what's a good time to go?

I'm a regular at the LA Fitness in Lake Highlands (off Walnut and Skillman), but their kids club looks like a little sad and inactive to me. Is there an LA Fitness not too far from me that has a nicer kids club that maybe gets a little busier so my 10 month old might have some company.

My intention right now is to simply take my 10 month old somewhere where we can 'trial' being in a daycare type of situation, and this seems like a decent place to drop in and try it out for a bit.

2 Comments
2024/11/04
20:20 UTC

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