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allisoncon
in General Discussion 1 month ago
Repainting/Reglazing Historic Windows
Hi there, I have four exterior front windows (three are bay windows with curved glass) that need reglazing and exterior painting. Any recommendations for contractors?
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prasoonchikara
in Bath & Kitchen 1 year and 4 months ago
Seeking Advice on Bathroom and Kitchen Renovations
Hi everyone, I’m planning to renovate both my bathroom and kitchen and would love some advice from those who’ve been through the process. For the…
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dfreed1
in General Discussion 3 days ago
Intercom
After forty years my homeowner insurance company Brownstone Agency says I must add an intercom unit to the current bell/buzzer system controlling an electric lock…
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jonoshima
in General Discussion 1 weeks ago
Water Line/Main Contractor Question
I need to replace the lead water line coming into our house. After reviewing these forums I contacted three companies. One of them, Figliolia, is…
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owest
in General Discussion 8 months ago
Basement Waterproofing
Any recommendations for masons/water-proofing contractors that repoint basement stone walls where mortar has failed?
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Brownstone Home Inspection
in General Discussion 1 weeks ago
Lead Water Service Lines into Old NYC Buildings
So all of you in Brownstone Brooklyn know, as i do home inspections in these old buildings, i am finding a ratio of one lead…
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Brownstone Home Inspection
in General Discussion 1 weeks ago
Drywall Person Needed.
hello, i have a customer who needs a dry wall person to replace the ceiling in one room in a leak damaged house in what…
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sphil305
in General Discussion 4 weeks ago
Looking for advice on a shared driveway issue in Brooklyn.
I own a property with a driveway that runs along the side of the house to my garage in the back. The neighbor keeps parking…
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BobMarvin
in General Discussion 1 weeks ago
“No Soliciting” Signs
Has anyone had success with these? I found one with a FRIENDLY message: “ No Soliciting Family, Friends, Neighbors &!Deliveries Welcome”. Let’s see if it…
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rocketship
in Locksmith and Security 14 years and 8 months ago
Locksmith
Can anyone recommend a good locksmith in the South Slope/Sunset Park area? We need to get the cylinders on a couple of locks changed.
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rachelchancey
in General Discussion 3 weeks ago
locksmith
Can anyone recommend a locksmith experienced with multipoint locks? Specifically Trilennium Multi-Point Locking System by Endura Products?
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CGman
in Plumbing 4 months ago
Mike at Aladdin Plumbing - highly recommended
I needed a new water heater and was having issues with sourcing a like-for-like replacement. Had one plumber scope the job and ghost me. Mike…
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firsthome
in General Discussion 2 weeks ago
Crumbling hole in facade, how can I determine the source of the damage
Following the winter, I found significant deterioration at the base of the facade along the party wall. There is a void approximately 7″ deep, exposing…
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zlt99
in Decks and Porches 2 weeks ago
Someone to cut 2cm thick Porcelain Pavers
We are installing a pedestal system using 24″ x 24″ 2cm thick porcelain pavers on a deck. Some of the pavers will need to be…
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katiekeating
in General Discussion 3 weeks ago
FREE WOODEN VICTORIAN BEDS
Hi Brownstoners! I’ve got two free Victorian beds to give away. We used them with twin mattresses, but they’re a little wide so likely 3/4…
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bliz
in Heating and Cooling 2 weeks ago
Mini split freon leak
Hi all, we have a leak in the freon line of our mini split. Can anyone recommend someone to check and fix the leak? I’m…
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gates_ave
in Plumbing 3 weeks ago
Crack on vertical waste/stack line - who to call?
I’m seeking recomendations on a Plumber that will replace the stack line in my 2 family home. We opened a small portion of the wall…
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gates_ave
in Plumbing 3 weeks ago
Cast Iron Waste Line vs PVC - What is the code?
I’m getting different quotes to replace the old vertical line. One calls for PVC, another to replace with cast iron. In NYC code, for a…
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