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jparnass
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 13 years and 1 month ago
Handyman Needed
Any recommendations? I’m looking for someone who can handle painting, some basic carpentry, basic plumbing (fix faucets, install disposal etc), and some basic electrical…
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breadbasket
in Architecture 12 years and 10 months ago
Architect suggestions
Hi, I am currently in contract on a brownstone in Clinton Hill that needs a good amount of renovations – relocating kitchens and bathrooms,…
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edison
in Permits 12 years and 10 months ago
Contractor let permits expire without notifying us...
Hi, We paid a contractor and his architect to file permits for us to convert two windows into doors, assumign they would do the work.…
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vttobk
in For Sale 12 years and 10 months ago
Emtek Exterior Door Handle set for Sale - $250 o.b.o.
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5026b56d98ff5-.jpg We bought an Emtek wrought steel mortise exterior door set that won’t work for us after all and I’d like to sell it. It…
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sdraganbrooklyn
in Garden 12 years and 10 months ago
Need recommendations for mason (redoing backyard)
Would greatly appreciate some recommendations from the Brownstoner community for a skilled mason to install patio and stone wall in our Brooklyn backyard. We already…
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600k4anapt
in Real Estate - Sales 12 years and 10 months ago
I can afford a 600K apt with a large downpayment....
but am a student with no income so am looking at places with low carrying costs. I would love to live in Williamsburg (I like…
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alisonrand74
in General Contractors 12 years and 10 months ago
Breukelen Maintenence
does any one have any experience with them and if so can you please advise? Thanks!
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parkslopecondo77
in Real Estate - Rentals 12 years and 10 months ago
Rental/Leasing Restrictions in Condos
Have any condos implemented any rental restrictions guidelines? We find that all banking questionaires ask about the #/% of units owner occupied vs. investor/rental and…
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hainspoint
in Taxes 12 years and 10 months ago
J51 tax abatement changing drastically
I’m the treasurer of a small, self-managed coop and am wondering if any other folks have seen drastic changes in their J51 tax abatement? We…
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stickerhappy
in Lighting 12 years and 10 months ago
Outdoor globe lighting- any recs?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/502500ddba8ed-.jpg We were looking for a couple of these types of lights to mount outside our front door near the top of the stoop– but…
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Amym718
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
Off our rockers not to file?
We’re about to do some remodeling. Most of it falls well within the boundaries of what is permitted without filing. (A bathroom upgrade with all…
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breadbasket
in Architecture 12 years and 10 months ago
Architect suggestions
Hi, I am currently in contract on a brownstone in Clinton Hill that needs a good amount of renovations – relocating kitchens and bathrooms,…
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chillym
in Exterminator 12 years and 10 months ago
Exterminator Recommendations for Bed-Stuy?
My upstairs tenants have seen a mouse – so far this is the only sign of any unwanted inhabitants, but I’d like to have someone…
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sobrooklyn
in Furniture 12 years and 10 months ago
Chair Reupholstery
Hi, i am looking to have some chair reupholstered for a reasonable price. any suggestions?
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hellerjoshua
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
Great Architect Experience.
I am writing to praise Ed Kopel Architecture. My wife and I recently renovated our 1930’s brick colonial. The job included structural work, reconfiguration of…
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janeteditor
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
Brownstone Steps need Patching
Hi All, Can anyone recommend someone who can patch brownstone steps? The edges of some of our steps are in need of repair. Thanks, Janet
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radgirl
in Lawyers and legal service 12 years and 10 months ago
Buying a 2 family home that is set up as a 3 family. Seller wants to close w/all tenants still in bldg...but with a large escrow. What do we do?
hi, we are thinking of buying a home that is a legal 2 family, but is currently set up as a 3 family. The illegal…
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msmyth
in Landscaping 12 years and 10 months ago
Looking for a Brooklyn landscaper that's hands on and awesome?
We hired Eco Brooklyn to renovate and provide inspiration for our back garden in our home in Bed Stuy. After interviewing many local landscapers, we…
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