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fhtudor
in Foundation 13 years and 3 months ago
Termite damage
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fb995ae76f1a-.jpg Hi All, first time posting to the forum and would love to get some termite advice from those who’ve had experience. We’re about to…
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fhtudor
in Foundation 13 years and 3 months ago
Termite damage
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fb995ae76f1a-.jpg Hi All, first time posting to the forum and would love to get some termite advice from those who’ve had experience. We’re about to…
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anton
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 3 months ago
Selling Almost New Blanco Stainless Steel Sink
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fb98bb70d29e-.jpg We are selling an almost new undermount Blanco Precision 30″ x 17″ x 10″ deep stainless steel sink. Undermount clips included, drain is not…
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asimplenoise
in Conversion 13 years and 3 months ago
Converting a 'so-so' 3 family to a 1 family
Was wondering if anyone could help me understand a range of cost to convert a row house set up as 3 apartments into a nice…
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lockey2k
in Inspection 13 years and 3 months ago
What you did or wish you did before purchasing a brownstone?
Thanks in advance for all your help. Long time reader, first time poster. I am in the process of considering to purchase a brownstone/building either…
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chelseagirl
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 3 months ago
EXPANDING DOORWAY, ADDING DOOR--??
hello. we want to expand the doorway to the living room of our brownstone (it is very narrow and looks weird), and add french doors…
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vttobk
in Radiators 13 years and 3 months ago
Original cast iron in wall radiators for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fb7e135e8b24-.jpg Five in wall cast iron radiators for sale as brownstone renovation underway. 31 X 20 X 5.5″, 44.5 X 20 X5.5″, 36 X 20…
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huesos
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 3 months ago
Gas Boiler Installer Needed for Job in (how do I put this?) Manhattan!
Sixteen unit co-op wants to do a conversion from #2 oil to gas this summer. Will be looking for a company that plays nicely with…
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theoperadiva
in Architecture 13 years and 3 months ago
Has anyone worked with Jamie Principe and/or Gail Greenberg (Architects)?
We’re about to embark on a full brownstone renovation, and our contractor (with whom we’ve worked and have a great working relationship) has suggested we…
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theoperadiva
in Architecture 13 years and 3 months ago
Has anyone worked with Jamie Principe and/or Gail Greenberg (Architects)?
We’re about to embark on a full brownstone renovation, and our contractor (with whom we’ve worked and have a great working relationship) has suggested we…
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chelseagirl
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 3 months ago
EXPANDING DOORWAY, ADDING DOOR--??
hello. we want to expand the doorway to the living room of our brownstone (it is very narrow and looks weird), and add french doors…
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joab
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 3 months ago
Can anyone recommend someone who can rebuild a small wooden deck?
I have a small 16 year old wooden deck that needs to be replaced on a brownstone in Park Slope.
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morningsideres
in Appliances 13 years and 3 months ago
Dishwasher in Prewar buildings
Hi, I live in a prewar building and our house rules don’t allow dishwashers, does anyone have experience with making a case for requesting a…
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mysteriousbrunette
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 3 months ago
Permit for electrical work.
I went on a fishing expedition. This is the info i found. The Bureau of Electrical Control no longer exists. There is a phone…
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snappyglitter
in Quality of Life 13 years and 4 months ago
Window Screen Filters?
Hola folks! I need some assistance here. I live on a **very** busy street and get the usual dust, car/truck/bus exhaust, etc. that makes my…
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bdstuygrdner
in Garden 13 years and 3 months ago
Recommendation for Company that Performs Garden Lead Soil Remediation
Eco-Brooklyn just finished isolating the old lead tainted soil in our backyard redesigning our garden, and making it into a safe space for children and…
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SMR
in Metalwork 13 years and 3 months ago
Complicated sheet metal job
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fb5271ad8564-.jpg We bought a GE island range hood for our loft and would like to have someone make a custom cover for the flue. GE…
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mvdub
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 3 months ago
water meter installation
I need to have a water meter installed. Is this something that any plumber can do, or must one consult a specialist?
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