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dmlevine7

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 2 days ago

lead testing

I am looking for a company who can do the required NYC lead testing on my Manhattan multifamily. The quotes I have received are exorbitant.…

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decoart

in General Discussion 1 week ago

Maintenance Increase Notice

No surprise that my co-op is raising both maintenance and storage fees citing rising insurance and fuel costs. But I was surprised by the short…

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sphil305

in Real Estate - General 2 months ago

When should I start the eviction process for a tenant with consistent late payments?

I have a tenant who pays half of the rent at the beginning of the month and then the other half at the end of…

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sphil305

in Real Estate - General 1 month ago

Seeking Trash Bin Service Recommendations in Brooklyn

With the new bin mandate in NYC, I’m looking for someone or a company that offers a service to take trash bins out and bring…

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DouglasAlan

in General Discussion 1 week ago

Tenant adding Roommate

I have a great tenant. We want to be accommodating with her boyfriend moving in. I just have a few concerns. 1. I’ll almost certainly…

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huesos

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 1 month ago

Advice for Small Coop Dealing with HPD Lead Violation?

One of the owners in our small coop has received a bunch of lead paint violations after an HPD inspection. The coop (and the individual…

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homely

in Architectural Salvage 1 month ago

Is it oak or pine?

I can’t tell what wood this is. It comes from a Brooklyn brownstone. It is tongue and groove, 5/16th deep, 2 inches wide. Is it…

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dindy

in Renovation 2 months ago

terrazzo floor

Does anyone know a terrazzo installer that has samples you can see ? I am looking to do custom, possibly with shells, but would like…

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Brownstone Home Inspection

in Architectural Salvage 2 months ago

Various Entry Door Sets For Sale

I have three pair of entry doors for sale. two pair are actual brownstone style doors and the third is a pair of “barn” or…

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cupotea

in Renovation 2 months ago

Glass for Brownstone Doors

Hi, Can anyone recommend a glass company for a double Brownstone door?

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