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onderdork
in For Sale 12 years and 11 months ago
Free -- Marmoleum
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5002d7154efb6-.jpg I have a large piece of red sheet Marmoleum (linoleum) flooring left over from a kitchen renovation. Measures roughly 58″ x 126″. Bushwick/Ridgewood (Dekalb…
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jeanmarine2
in Architecture 12 years and 11 months ago
Architect quit - now what?
I hired an architect based on a standard “percentage of construction” fee, for a kitchen and deck project, and gave them a “non-refundible deposit” and…
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jeanmarine2
in Architecture 12 years and 11 months ago
Unlicensed or uninsured architect - ok to hire????
I’d love feedback on this one: I’ve found two potential architects for construction drawings to add a kitchen (including opening up a wall and adding…
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brooklynbound
in Mortgage 12 years and 11 months ago
Outdated Electrical System = Mortgage Issues?
Hi all – We are thinking of buying a house with an ancient fuse box that should be updated. Everything is up to code, but…
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Giovanna
in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago
Nayci Contracting
To all those who have posted negative comments in reference to Nayci Contracting and have a vested interest in recouping their loses. Nayci Contracting filed…
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jeanmarine2
in Architecture 12 years and 11 months ago
Architect quit - now what?
I hired an architect based on a standard “percentage of construction” fee, for a kitchen and deck project, and gave them a “non-refundible deposit” and…
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brooklynbemused
in Security 12 years and 11 months ago
FS: easy open window security gates
Easy open window security gates. FDNY approved. Multi family code compliant. 76″ tall x 36 1/2″ wide. $250 each or $400 for 2. (cost $450…
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jeanmarine2
in Architecture 12 years and 11 months ago
Unlicensed or uninsured architect - ok to hire????
I’d love feedback on this one: I’ve found two potential architects for construction drawings to add a kitchen (including opening up a wall and adding…
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Paulee Marshall
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 11 months ago
Hi Does anywone know of a handy man who can fix a window that apparently doesn't stay up. Any suggestions would be helpful .
Enter Your Question
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chelseagirl
in Cleaning and Maid Services 12 years and 11 months ago
cleaning lady?
hello. can anyone recommend a good cleaning lady to clean a four-story brownstone every two weeks? thank you.
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rotelle
in Building Code 12 years and 11 months ago
open violations
Looking at a house to buy in Greenpoint. The NYC.gov website lists 5 open (active) violations on this house. What does that mean exactly? How…
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xistent
in Metalwork 12 years and 11 months ago
Refinishing Old Metal Bars
I need to refinish the metal bars that cover the glass on our old wooden front doors. I asked for suggestions on how I could…
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actionroofing
in Roofers 12 years and 11 months ago
Common roofing problems
If you want to take care of your home then start from the top and take care of your roof. **Salt Lake City roofing contractors**…
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zg
in Co-Op Related 12 years and 11 months ago
Co-op Questionnaire Fee
Hi all, I’m in contract on a place in the Clinton Hill Co-ops, and my bank requested that the management office provide them with the…
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elm_bk
in Garden Design and Maintenance 12 years and 11 months ago
ISO person/info to clear out an overgrown back yard
Hi – We finally moved in to our South Slope frame house. The backyard hasn’t been tended in *years* – but I hear tell there…
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jojoli
in Garden 12 years and 11 months ago
Looking for Concrete Square Pavers for the Garden
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ff36fa7c2c26-.png Hi, I thought these would be easy to find but they are proving dauntingly difficult. I am looking for square, preferably, or rectangular, cement/concrete…
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JimmyLegs
in Masonry 12 years and 11 months ago
Water accumulating under stoop steps
In the little chamber under my steps there is always water or evidence of its presence. As far as I know, there are no pipes…
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frankston
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 11 months ago
Does anybody know who the architect is that did 44 Monroe St Bed-Stuy? Its on the market currently, I'm looking for an architect to work with. I own a town house in Clinton Hill.
Architect 44 Monroe St, Bed-Stuy??
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