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March 24, 2008
Deck permits
Do you need a permit to build a wooden deck in your backyard if it is freestanding and not connected to your home? I am not in a historic district if that makes a difference. Thanks!
March 11, 2008
Window Bars and Locks
Hi there. Hoping to find some advice. Our rear windows do not have bars on them and we would like have them installed. Any recommendations on who to go with? Costs etc?
Also would love some advice on the most hardcore door locks out there. Something like a Fox Police lock maybe?
Thanks!
January 28, 2008
Permit?
Do you need a permit to move a bathroom to an area that was previously a second kitchen? We plan on doing most of the work ourselves.
January 7, 2008
Fuel Oil
I am having problems with my current provider (Boro Fuel) and I wanted to know who else everyone uses and has had good experiences with. Also if anyone else has had issues with Boro? Thanks
October 26, 2007
Winter Windows
Am I crazy to change all my windows out in January? They really need it and waiting until Spring seems like a long time. If you've had your windows done please chime in a let me know how long there were holes in your house! :)
Thanks
October 18, 2007
Window help
Hi there.. We are in the middle of replacing the windows in our Bushwick woodframe. We had Bay Ridge out and they quoted us a decent price ($450 per window) but we cant seem to get much out of them about the brand/quality of windows Or our other choices. They are "KC White Aluminum Double Hung Replacement Windows,
Clear Insulated Glass, Sash Lock & Half Screens". Any experience with these? I am obviously getting other quotes from other vendors but this being the first I would love your feedback! Thanks!!
Author's Comments
ROOMBA!
Posted by: buckygirl23 at October 24, 2007 5:30 PM in response to How do you keep your place clean?
what do you mean 1031 is not for rental to rental ? a 1031 exchange is when you take a property that has been listed as a rental on your taxes for 2 of the last 5 years...sell it.. and use the money that you make to reinvest in another rental property within 6 months (90 days to identify, 90 days to close) .. this allows you a tax shelter on the "profit" you made from the sale.
Posted by: buckygirl23 at October 24, 2007 10:01 PM in response to selling brownstone + capital gain tax
even if its 50/50 you can still do a 1031 IF you have been reporting your rental income in a schedule E on your taxes for the past 2 years AND you buy a place that has rental income (ie a two famil) or you rent your new place out.. the weird thing about a 1031 is that there is no law that states how long you have to rent your new rental property.. as stated above speak to your accountant. you can save a lot of money with a 1031 for sure , good luck
Posted by: buckygirl23 at October 25, 2007 10:07 AM in response to selling brownstone + capital gain tax
thank you, i feel much better about the idea now.
Posted by: buckygirl23 at October 26, 2007 5:12 PM in response to Winter Windows
looks great! who did you choose for windows? how was your experience?
Posted by: buckygirl23 at October 31, 2007 1:18 PM in response to Let there be light!
i am also considering a replacement cornice for my wood frame house. who are you planning to use ? what about the front? are you going with wood?
Posted by: buckygirl23 at December 14, 2007 4:04 PM in response to Anyone know of an original cornice on a frame house?
i have just found them to be a pain to deal with. I have been stood up for more than one service appointment.. you hear one thing from one person and something else from another. its hard to trust a company like that. i know a lot of people are happy with them but i havent been. the bad thing is i have a contract so i think i will have to finish the season with them.
Posted by: buckygirl23 at January 7, 2008 12:21 PM in response to Fuel Oil
Hey there.. Nice job guys! my house over in Bushwick is in a similar boat.. We are doing our own painting too and we've decided that our "splurge" for doing the work ourselves is that we are using FreshAir paint.. It is amazing.. you can paint with the windows closed in the dead of winter without the slightest hint of smell or headache. So far we've done a the living room and its trim. Very happy with it. Good luck with your projects and thanks for sharing.
Posted by: buckygirl23 at January 22, 2008 2:57 PM in response to People Get Ready: Painting Party
i just emailed you.. thank you!
Posted by: buckygirl23 at January 24, 2008 11:22 AM in response to Salvage materials to give away
Responses to Author's Forum Comments
Ysabelle,
I think that they realized who you are from all your crazy postings (they advertise here and read this forum) and decided it would be best to avoid you.
thank you.
Posted by: guest at June 6, 2008 4:59 PM in response to Windows
We had a terible experience with Bay Ridge windows. Recommend anyone else frankly - installer was drunk and they never repaired the floppy screens that came with the Marvins. There have beem several other recommendations on Brownstoner, which I'd follow up first.
Thanks all.
Posted by: guest at June 6, 2008 9:28 PM in response to Windows
I use Windows we are Brooklyn,
they rocked
718-836-8083
9110 5th Ave
Brooklyn NY 11209
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Posted by: oldbaby at June 7, 2008 10:37 PM in response to Windows
Are any of the pink tile still available. I am assuming that by now they have either been picked up or donated. If not, please email me at beth@sgacos.com.
Posted by: guest at June 11, 2008 11:30 AM in response to Free - Pink 4x4 tile from 50's also have white 4x4 and black accent and surround tiles
guest= Heights Woodworking
Posted by: guest at June 18, 2008 12:30 AM in response to Fixing a Brownstone Staircase
Soxco is terrible expensive for what they do. They're are so many skilled carpenters that can do the job and save you enough money to replace your windows.
I would give Precision Interior Wood Workers a call:
Antonio James 347 218 2122.
Cut out the middle man and go to the source.
Posted by: guest at June 18, 2008 2:00 AM in response to Fixing a Brownstone Staircase
Amana has a floor 9000BTU($399+/-)or 7000BTU ($350) floor standing units which are sold at PC Richards. They work well and have resolved the same issue for our household. The other advantage is that they are very easy to move off season, and they do not drip water like the typical units.
Posted by: OTIS at July 9, 2008 3:36 PM in response to How to install a Window Air Conditioner in a Brownstone with Security Bars?
my place is on eldert. and invite us all over when you get the AC, i'm falling out form the heat.
Posted by: Jimmy Legs at July 9, 2008 3:37 PM in response to How to install a Window Air Conditioner in a Brownstone with Security Bars?
The freestanding ACs kind of suck. They are expensive, don't cool well, and frequently need to be drained.
I don't recommend if it can be avoided.
Posted by: guest at July 9, 2008 3:46 PM in response to How to install a Window Air Conditioner in a Brownstone with Security Bars?
Floor standing units are more expensive our experience is that they work well and do not need draining. We have had ours for 2 years, it keeps our room (19x12 ft, south facing) at a constant 72deg. The other advantage is that it blocks out little light in the light deprived garden floors.
Posted by: OTIS at July 9, 2008 3:56 PM in response to How to install a Window Air Conditioner in a Brownstone with Security Bars?
do you live in this property or is it a rental? or both? 1031 is for rental to rental.
Posted by: buckygirl23 at October 24, 2007 5:27 PM in response to selling brownstone + capital gain tax