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brooklyngersh

in Building Code 12 years and 9 months ago

Backyard fence exit door?

The city of New York has just sent me a violation because I do not have an exit door in my backyard wooden fence. They’re…

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nhamilto

in Architecture 12 years and 9 months ago

Finding the right kind of Architect

We are about to close on a three family Landmarked townhouse which needs some relatively minor work on the inside and a thorough make over…

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200line

in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 9 months ago

Exterior wood contractors

We are looking for contractors skilled in exterior wood work to re-side the front of a wood frame house, including building a new wooden stoop/steps…

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Barbjean

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago

Landmark approved Window Contractors

Has anyone in the last year had Landmark approved windows installed?  Any recommendations? Also need outside windows painted on all 4 floors.  Thanks.

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brooklyngersh

in Building Code 12 years and 9 months ago

Backyard fence exit door?

The city of New York has just sent me a violation because I do not have an exit door in my backyard wooden fence. They’re…

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elbow

in Pest Control 12 years and 9 months ago

Steel Wool Rolls to Ratproof a Yard

I went past the African Burial Ground National Park today and saw that they had removed all the grass and covered the entire unpaved portion…

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fhtudor

in Construction 12 years and 9 months ago

complete roof tear-off / dormer addition

We’re about to close on on a property with a pitched, shingled roof.  The roof is in terrible shape and we knew the house was…

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happycats

in Flooring 12 years and 9 months ago

Best water based sealer after sanding wood floors?

I might be attempting to hand sand my kitchen floor soon and looking for the least toxic sealer with the lowest VOC’s.  I do not…

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lkpe

in Appliances 12 years and 9 months ago

I'm considering getting a Viking D3 range. Anyone have positive or negative experiences? Thanks.

I’m considering getting a Viking D3 range. Has anyone had positive or negative experiences with it? Thanks.

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m926bk

in Landlord 12 years and 9 months ago

Notice by Tenants for Lease Non-Renewal?

I’ve read and re-read my current lease and I don’t see any language regarding tenant giving landlord notice for lease renewal or non-renewal at end…

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Joanna

in Appliances 12 years and 9 months ago

Appliance rental

Has anyone used Rent A Center or another appliance rental company and if so, what did you think of them?  I need some appliances for…

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rcc147

in For Sale 12 years and 9 months ago

Antique BeautyRange Stove offered

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/504355aa16e5d-.jpg Looking for offers for this antique gas stove. In good condition, a couple of minor pant chips. Unsure if working or not. Available for…

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lifer

in Landlord 12 years and 10 months ago

Another tenant smoking issue

I am  landlord of a brownstone on a quiet block in South Brooklyn. I found a note under the main door of the building from…

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elbow

in Pet Supplies 12 years and 9 months ago

Are Pet Pigs Legal in NYC?

It was a first for me in NYC.  I was having lunch when I saw this guy walk by with a pet pig on a…

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sunsetprk

in Counters 12 years and 9 months ago

Granite Recommendation

We just had a granite counter top installed in our kitchen and wanted to share our positive experience.  After looking at various granite suppliers in…

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blaqhole

in General Contractors 12 years and 9 months ago

RJB Renovation or Blushi Construction?

Hi everyone. We’re starting on some interior renovations on a single family building we bought in Park Slope. We’ve gotten bids from RJB Renovation and…

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jarnow4

in Handymen and Odd Jobs 12 years and 9 months ago

Grouter needed

Hi neighbors, I am looking for someone to do some re-grouting in my bathroom.  I realize that is a job for a handyperson, but not…

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aileen

in Exteriors 12 years and 9 months ago

Need exterior front facade replaced

I have a 3 story brick building and had the front facade of the first floor replaced 8-9 years ago with stucco. I hate the…

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Mar

in Furniture 12 years and 9 months ago

Seeking experienced someone to build metal pipe twin bed -- or modify Restoration Hardware bed.

Seeking experienced someone to build metal pipe twin bed — or modify Restoration Hardware bed.   I love this bed: http://www.rhbabyandchild.com/catalog/product/product.jsp?productId=rhbc_prod373126&cm_ps=modal_add_to_cart-_-none-_-other_items_you_may_like&categoryId=rhbc_cat206019 But I’d like to…

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scarboroslikechuck

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago

We plan on purchasing a 2-fam home via the 203k route and are looking for any advice or recommendations on architects & GCs with 203k experience. Thanks

architect – 203k

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