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parkedslope
in Appraisals 12 years and 9 months ago
Appraisal value of a 1/2-bath?
I’m contemplating removing the toilet from our combined 1/2-bath and utility room. Removing the toilet would allow easier access to the washer/dryer and give us…
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ajm
in Insurance 12 years and 9 months ago
Non Brownstone Agency homeowners insurance
Does anyone have any leads for other insurance companies that will write a policy for a brownstone in park slope non-landmarked? Everyone seems to just…
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CHM
in Garden 12 years and 9 months ago
Where can I buy succulent plants?
I am wondering where I can buy succulents at a reasonable price? They can be outdoor plants but I’d like a few for inside my…
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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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breadbasket
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
sourcing fixtures, appliances, tile, etc. for renovation
Hi, I’m about to begin a full renovation of my four story brownstone, and am currently in the process of hiring an architect and…
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brooklynmaterials
in Real Estate - Sales 12 years and 9 months ago
Any suggestions- looking for a multifamily or mixed use building or small M1-2 space (like an old autobody or ironwork shop) in Gowanus area?
Me and a couple of friends have been looking to purchase something in the Gowanus area- partly for our own use and partly as an…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
What sheen for ornate ceilings?
We are blessed with the original wedding-cake ceilings in our parlor level. They’re in amazing condition, but it has come time to paint them. We’re…
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crownheights12
in Permits 12 years and 9 months ago
What's the right source for
Hi. I can’t find the FAR (floor area ratio) listed on the NYC department of building’s website. I’ve been advised that PropertyShark, where I’ve seen…
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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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wkawalko
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 8 months ago
Brownstone cast iron stoop set
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e868392b827e-.jpg Brownstone cast iron stoop set; railings, 24 balusters and newel post for sale
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mc33433
in Insurance 12 years and 9 months ago
One more question on Liability/Builder's Risk Insurance.
One more question on these types of policies…. Should both of these policies begin immediately when we close? We are not going to inhabit the…
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parkslopemom
in Real Estate - Sales 12 years and 9 months ago
Montessori School on 8th Avenue
Does anyone know the story behind the For Sale sign on the Montessori School on 8th Avenue in Park Slope?
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ajm
in Insurance 12 years and 9 months ago
Non Brownstone Agency homeowners insurance
Does anyone have any leads for other insurance companies that will write a policy for a brownstone in park slope non-landmarked? Everyone seems to just…
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lola
in Pest Control 12 years and 9 months ago
raccoon BIG problem park slope
We have raccoons on our deck, in our yard. We saw two of them on our neighbor’s roof. We have heard scratching noises on the…
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Pat
in Construction 12 years and 9 months ago
Can I stop construction work on neighbor's building?
My four-story house is adjacent to a six-story apartment building. Workers are repointing the brickwork on the apartment building by first mechanically grinding out the…
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Barbjean
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 10 months ago
Looking for very reliable company to install landmark windows. Any recent work done for you? Barbjean
Need (4) new windows to conform to Landmark re my Brownstone. Also, need “adjustments” to 6 other windows. All need to be painted. Has anyone…
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bklyngurl
in Heating 12 years and 9 months ago
looking to change the old steam heaters in m house to the smaller, sleeker models any one know of a good contractor/company that can do this. thanks
looking to change the old steam heaters in my house to the smaller, sleeker models any one know of a good contractor/company that can do…
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gwenchb
in Boiler Repair 12 years and 9 months ago
NEED NEW BOILER? Maybe....
I have a very old boiler in my 4 story brownstone, steam heat. Last winter I had all the radiators resized and checked. He did…
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dbcoops
in Boiler Repair 12 years and 10 months ago
Looking for Old Boiler - Will pay toward cost of New One
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/502d48085d5e3-.jpg IF anyone is interested in upgrading and replacing their old boiler – depending on year/model – I have an offer. If you have a…
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