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hellerjoshua
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years 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 13 years 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 13 years 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 13 years 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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slvillager
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 2 months ago
more fun with c of o and refis
i asked a question on this board about a month ago re: c of o and refi on a 4 fam being used as a…
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poise
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 2 months ago
designer for bathroom redo
I’m looking for a Brooklyn- based design person with good ideas to design a basic, low cost 5′ x 7′ bathroom. Any recommendations appreciated.
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bennybushwick
in Radiators 13 years and 5 months ago
Radiator
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f582a7f16a56-.jpg Any one can recommend me a place to find a modern radiator for my bathroom. Thanks
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anonymous
in Exteriors 13 years ago
replacement windows and facade work
Hi, Three questions: I’m looking for recs re. replacement windows. I checked out older posts and am going to speak w/Citiquiet and LWP. Any other…
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SewardWasRight
in Radiators 13 years ago
ORNATE RADIATORS! Bundy Columbia for the 2-Pipe Steam
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5021c8be57f81-.jpg I have two rare and ornate Bundy Columbia 2-pipe steam radiators. Most people who have steam systems have a 1-Pipe steam system. …
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SewardWasRight
in Radiators 13 years ago
ORNATE RADIATORS! Bundy Columbia for the 2-Pipe Steam
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5021c8be57f81-.jpg I have two rare and ornate Bundy Columbia 2-pipe steam radiators. Most people who have steam systems have a 1-Pipe steam system. …
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alexk
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years ago
Looking for a Strucural Engenier
Hi, We a renovating and want to make a loft out of the attic room. This will require some joists to be removed. They do…
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Amym718
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years ago
Pretty Bathroom Pics?
I’m looking for photos for inspiration as we’re about to (very quickly) put in a small full bath and fix up another. I’m not mad…
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stuchesh
in Soundproofing 13 years ago
Looking for a Soundproofing Contractor in Brooklyn
Hi – I’m looking for a contractor in Brooklyn who can take on a complex Elevator Machine Room soundproofing job. I have an RFP prepared,…
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sdraganbrooklyn
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years ago
Looking for talented carpenter to restore and install front doors
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/501f5eb1ac800-.jpg Hi! We have been trying to find the right pair of front doors for our brownstone for a long, long…. long time. A couple…
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jasons
in Wood Restoration 13 years ago
Door & Window repair
hello! my wife and i recently purchased the parlor floor of a co-oped brownstone in park slope. we have two entrances into our apt which…
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Suzanne
in Electricians 13 years ago
electrician inspection of new place--what to look for
I want to hire an electrician to inspect a recently bought 2 BR apartment. It’s had some electrical problems and I want to get an…
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sd
in Doors 13 years ago
new door source?
I am looking for a set of plain flush double doors for a pantry. 18 inches wide for each door, prehung. It sounds very simple…
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a_bit_of_brooklyn
in Garden Design and Maintenance 13 years ago
How to mow a 150 sq ft lawn???
The guy who installed the sod says we need to use a mower with a bag, but even the small mowers are huge and heavy! …
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