Bklyn1's Profile

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In Brooklyn Since:
1997
On Brownstoner Since:
2008
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Brooklyn
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Park Slope
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August 6, 2008

custom address numbers

for a while I was searching for a more creative method to incorporate my address #'s in the front of my renovated carriage house. The one day the Contractor, without me telling him anything made this awesome plaque made out of harwood and painted to match the color of the facade and being I used copper in the facade, the Contractor had a sheet of copper as backing and tapped the numbers in using some old method of tapping a fine chisel of some sort into the copper. I have had it up and people actually have asked me where I purchased it. Looks great, appealing with its simplistic design.

Author's Comments

If your interested you may call our Contractor.

IEB 718.204.2552

If you should have any questions please let me know.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at September 20, 2008 4:25 PM in response to Colonial Concepts GC = anyone used them

Call my Contractor, they were even placed in a magazine and there work was on TV twice.

IEB @ 718.204.2552

Posted by: Bklyn1 at September 20, 2008 4:22 PM in response to Is it possible to renovate a 6 by 8 bathroom for $12,000?

Call the Contractors we've been using for some years now.

IEB @ 718.204.2552

Posted by: Bklyn1 at September 20, 2008 4:16 PM in response to Looking for facade contractor

I must agree with Marion and Bolder, its pricey but yet all worth it. Contact my Contractor and ask him. They also have there own Architectural firm or someone from his family is, I cant remember.

IEB @ 718.204.2552

Posted by: Bklyn1 at September 20, 2008 4:12 PM in response to Closing Up a Dumbwaiter?

Im not sure if my Contractor does that but you can call and find out.
IEB @ 718.204.2552

Posted by: Bklyn1 at September 20, 2008 4:07 PM in response to Dunrite Renovations

big time dreaming, you would also need to atain an Architect and file for it. You can call my Contractor to help you out with any information needed.

IEB @ 718.204.2552

Posted by: Bklyn1 at September 20, 2008 4:02 PM in response to Constractor suggestions for a newbie??

theres a difference between regular "old" bricks as you call them...aka "salvage" bricks and make sure you use the right brick for the right work. Bricks used in mantles and fireplaces are generally called "fire bricks", there made to withstand the high heat and not crack or deteriorate over the years as ordianry bricks.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 28, 2008 5:40 PM in response to Old bricks

call IEB @ 718.204.2552
Based out of LIC

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 28, 2008 5:26 PM in response to Recs for roofer (sloped asphalt shingle roof)

Check out the Company we've been using on many of our projects

IEB Gen. Contracting Corp.
718.204.2552

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 28, 2008 5:23 PM in response to Lic General Contractor

I am speculating on one thing...Has anyone ever wondered whom "guest" could be? Could he have recently come to Brownstoner to interact and pacify those with negative views?....Only a man with great vision could do something like this....right John C...could this be you in disguise?

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 11, 2008 6:25 PM in response to Development Watch: Catsimatidis Ready to Go on Myrtle?

Never heard of them, I have a reputable Contractor that I use and I too had been referred to him by others.

IEB General Contracting Corp.

718.204.2552

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 7, 2008 11:32 AM in response to Mario Gollin Contractor

Law states you have 3 business days to cancel your contract with the Owner and have your money returned unless you missed any fine print in the contract where it states that by canceling there might be a small retainer held for the Contractor.

I do agree with mostly everyone here. Now as far as being Licensed, you do not need to be licensed in NYC to perform as a General Contractor for all work aside Residential, then you should be licensed by the DCA and even if you call them, its not mandatory, you can still hire a reputable contractor that has no license and still have the work done, but beware, your on your own if something happens.

You want to use my licensed contractor?

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 7, 2008 11:30 AM in response to Subah Construction

Im not sure if you found someone already, but if you havent let me know and i'll recommend you.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 7, 2008 11:21 AM in response to Foundation Specialists

Call IEB General Contracting Corp., we've been using them for a few years now. 718.204.2552

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 7, 2008 11:20 AM in response to Shelly Listokin / Stanley Listokin - Good Developers? Arches / 20 Henry

In the event your still interested, call the company I use, IEB @ 718.204.2552

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 7, 2008 11:10 AM in response to girder beam replacement

Contact IEB General Contracting Corp. @ 718.204.2552
This is the Company We've been using for a few years.
They've been around for about 4 decades so Im sure there doing something right.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 7, 2008 11:02 AM in response to The start of a big project

Use High Heat paint, usually it can wisthstand temps up to 1200 F

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 7, 2008 10:58 AM in response to Painting the Heat Pipe

Absolutely, I will try to take a pic as soon as I get home later on in the afternoon, if not today I shall post it no later than tomorrow morning.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 11:39 AM in response to custom address numbers

You should take the advise of Flatbushwhacker, find an Architect within the NYC limits.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 10:01 AM in response to commercial overlay

There are no warranties nor guarantees when repairs are performed. Only time you get a written warranty is when you have the entire roof redone, then and only then since you have covered your property with new materials in whole you get this. When partial work is performed and you get a leak that infiltrates from another portion of the roof , do you declare the Contractor incompetent? no you shouldnt, you get what you pay for, this is why there are no warranties with repairs.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 9:51 AM in response to Roof Skylight

I recommend you do not do this, but them again its your building and preference. Think of your Facade walls just like us, they need oxygen. Being that the facade materials are porous, they need to be exposed to air, if you block that....unseen deterioration shall occur, not maybe, but shall as in will and lets not forget the surprise of your friend the mold that shall pop up inside later on.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 9:38 AM in response to total wall system for brownstone facade

Used to read the water meter(s), not to be mistaken with Batmans secret cave bell.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 9:33 AM in response to Question about Brownstones

voodoo?

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 9:29 AM in response to Conch Shells

Maybe the Aztec's used your lots as a Summer hands on learning institution prior to being sent to build there native pyramids...lol...jk

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 9:28 AM in response to What have our neighbors excavated?

Never heard of them but I have a great Architec and a General Contractor / Builder. There competitively priced.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 9:22 AM in response to Shelly Listokin / Stanley Listokin - Good Developers? Arches / 20 Henry

I have an Architect and also a great Contractor and as soon as I read your post I called them and asked them this question. I guess in the pause over the phone if I had been talking to them in person they would of been looking at me as if I had 3 eyes...lol

They havent heard of anything like that and I know they do some large projects. Projects always tend to run more over budget with change orders most of the time. You can incorporate a bonus / penalty clause in the contract but get ready to make it worth there while.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 9:21 AM in response to construction budget insurance

It's totally legit.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 8:53 AM in response to Broker/Owner Conflict of Interest?

People, dont get cheap when it comes to the security of your home. Spend about 600 for a new steel scuttle roof hatch and have it installed by a qualified contractor. Make sure its approved for NYC use and by the FDNY. I purchased mine from a roofing supplier and had it installed.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 8:51 AM in response to roof hatch security?

I purchase all my tiles from a huge tile supplier in LIC. called International Tile, located on 21 street. They have a large selection of regular tiles along with fine imported pieces. I was first brought there about 10 yrs ago and had found a neighboring Contractor to do all my work. They moved from 30-50 21 street to a new location about 2 miles away, still on 21 street. Best of luck.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 8:43 AM in response to Tile shops in Brooklyn

Conventional fence contractors can not help you with such a design as this. I might be able to steer you in the right direction. Im surprised you havent contacted the Owner of the property in the pic you posted, or is that not a neighboring property and merely for illustration?

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 6, 2008 8:38 AM in response to Fence Contractor

I have a great contractor for that type of work and much more. We have been using them for many years. I know they use to do smaller projects and have grown extensively in the last 40 yrs or so, but Im sure they might perform smaller tasks...one way to find out...give a ring

IEB General Contracting Corp.

718.204.2552

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 5, 2008 9:46 PM in response to Aluminum Window Capping

Hello paintless rooms.

I have been using this guy Nikita (greek gentleman from Queens) and what a talented painter with his son if I remember correctly.

I would recommend him. Let me know and I shall pass the # if still interested.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 5, 2008 9:42 PM in response to Wall painter recommendation and its cost !

I have a company I use. There actually a desing build firm located in LIC and in Bklyn.

I know its not cheap to replace a girder or even have it sistered. You should replace it. sistering is a method that should be implemented only when the run is short. When the run is long, you will need to replace it with a new stell girder, new footings for you new columns that shall support the new girder and its load....the house.

Not a cheap job. I had it done and It was way worth it.

I can recommend you to my Contractor.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 5, 2008 9:38 PM in response to girder beam replacement

I have an Architectural firm that I have been using for a few years now and there located in downtown Bklyn. I would recommend them, just let me know and I shall disclose the info.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 5, 2008 9:34 PM in response to The start of a big project

Absolutely you would need an Architect to file drawings for the addition of a bathroom and a kitchen to make it legal. You wouldnt want to have problems later on, would you? I say do it right the first time, spend a lil more but have peace of mind.

I have a good Architect if you should require one.

Posted by: Bklyn1 at August 5, 2008 9:28 PM in response to Reno

Responses to Author's Forum Comments

Wes Martel at Martel Fabrication might be able to re-create too. http://www.martelfab.com/projects/architectural_metalwork/6

Posted by: Brooklyn11218 at August 7, 2008 8:16 PM in response to Fence Contractor

Hi Brooklyn School - I have been part of a cooperative daycare for the last year, and this month, we are shutting our doors. We are selling everything you need for a preschool: art supplies, books, toys, cabinets, a fridge, cleaning supplies, high chairs, strollers, a table and chairs....

Everything.

I know you might not be at this stage yet, but you may want to jump on it. You could potentially save yourself thousands of dollars down the road.

Also - I've become well-versed in the process over the last year and might be able to give you some insight on opening a preschool.

Time is of the essence here, as we are preparing a sale next weekend.

If this sounds interesting to you, can you please call me: either on my cell 347-262-2202, or even better, at work 212-538-3363.

Thanks, Dave

Posted by: fishmonster123 at August 8, 2008 8:31 AM in response to The start of a big project

Def. use high heat paint. Then you can paint what you want over it. Having said that, enamel also seems to work fine.

Posted by: Bolder at August 9, 2008 1:29 PM in response to Painting the Heat Pipe

Someone at A&K Tiles needs to be shot for signing off on that website.....

Am I the only one who noticed it?
http://www.aktilestudio.com/contact.html

Cheers,
Dean

Posted by: deanc at August 22, 2008 3:27 PM in response to Tile shops in Brooklyn

I am a lead carpenter who just moved to Brooklyn from Michigan--you can see houses I worked on at www.giraffedesignbuild.com. I live in the area (Ditmas Park) and would be happy to come by and give you an estimate. References available on request.
-Jeffree (646-496-7295)

Posted by: jeffreeclark at September 20, 2008 4:14 PM in response to Constractor suggestions for a newbie??

Wow, inigo you aren't very polite. I hope the rest of your day is better, after your anger management class.

Posted by: bklyn_girl at September 20, 2008 7:51 PM in response to Closing Up a Dumbwaiter?

Welcome to the neighborhood! We are doing similar work with Weinstein Miller Associates - ask for Al.

Posted by: WTbound at September 20, 2008 8:43 PM in response to Constractor suggestions for a newbie??

I am willing to come by & provide you with an estimate for the above referenced work. Please contact me at (917) 573-3304 or at acrcontracting@optonline.net

Posted by: alrosariojr at September 20, 2008 8:49 PM in response to Constractor suggestions for a newbie??

Ask your neighbors...both for recommendations and who to avoid.
ask a reputable architect and/or interior designer
Personal recommendation is always best! Or you should try Contractors San Diego they are great.

Posted by: ston55 at September 21, 2008 7:01 AM in response to Looking for facade contractor

Sorry but this isn't going to happen for 20k. If anyone tells you they can do it at that price be wary... Realtors are notorious for low-balling their estimates (obviously that's in their best interest).

Make sure you get like 5-6 estimates at least, and really talk to the contractors about some of the risks and worst case scenarios. By talking with several you will start to recognize which ones are trustworthy and which ones are just glossing over the potential problems you could face in your reno. You don't need to be an expert on construction but after discussing the same projcet with multiple parties you learn quickly who knows their business best.

Posted by: setancre at September 21, 2008 11:40 AM in response to Constractor suggestions for a newbie??