Stair Rebuild


I just had the stairs from the parlor to the 4th floor of my brownstone rebuilt by Bill of Fine Circular Stairs. He and his crew did a careful and beautiful job. The once creaky staircase that felt like it might collapse is now solid and looks fantastic. All for a reasonable price and super fast turnaround. I heartily recommend Circular Stairs: 718-218-9051.

Categories: Stairs
By se | 08/17/2010 3:31 PM | Comment

soil & sand


Where have you gardeners bought top soil and sand in Brooklyn? We need soil for raised beds and sand to use for grading a 200 square foot patio of bluestone. We can pick it up or have it delivered. Thank you for any suggestions.

Categories: Garden
By se | 04/15/2009 11:52 AM | Comment

should we lock in a rate?


We just closed on a house in November days before mortgage rates dropped. Now they are even lower. Should we lock in at 4.5 percent and refinance? or wait and see if they go lower? I know it’s all speculation but am curious if anyone understands the movement of rates better than I do and has reason to think we should wait a little longer. Thanks.

Categories: Mortgage
By se | 12/23/2008 5:13 PM | Comment

cost to install hot water heating system


We’re looking at a brownstone with forced air heat. Does anyone have a general idea what it would cost to replace it with hot water radiator heat? 4 floors, 2 units.

Categories: Heating
By se | 04/14/2008 8:40 AM | Comment